They’re Just Humans

This week my guest is Kate Damp. Kate and I play tennis together and share a love for all things Disney and running and both of those things combined into one. More importantly, Kate has a story to tell, one involving knowing her own worth and being courageous enough to prove it. Dealing with tremendous loss and how that has affected all areas of her life. And how life is better when we fully embrace our humanness through whatever THAT is.  You will be sure to leave with a bit more insight than you came with.@theyrejusthumanswww.theyrejusthumans.com

The host of London Calling and well known in the Lego community, I am so excited to have Greg aka London Bridge Bricks, on the podcast.Like all of us humans, Greg has a story that involves a life way beyond the brick. He is a romantic, a wanderer and an all around fascinating bloke (he's British if you didn't gather that).Don't be surprised if you learn a few things from Greg as he takes us down the road less traveled, one through his eyes that we get to ride along for. There is no shortage of laughs and a few tears, it's all the goodness of Greg, bottled up into a fraction of time. EnjoyInstagram - @londonbridgebricksYouTube - London Bridge Bricks@theyrejusthumanswww.theyrejusthumans.com

“The very stone one kicks with one's boot will outlast Shakespeare.”― Virginia Woolf, To the LighthouseToday my guest is Kat Kluger. Kat & I play tennis together but know very little about one another off the court, until now. We all have a story, that is guaranteed, and just like any other guest, I am always blown away by the paths that life has lead them down. Kat is no exception. Growing up on the island of Kauai, life was both beautiful & a bit scarce & with no formal schooling until a later age. Now, life is much different for Kat in a way that she built for herself, still beautiful, still simple & 100% authentic.Check out Camp Couranthttps://campcourant.org/@theyrejusthumanswww.theyrejusthumans.com

We're going to need a bigger boat...Today my guest is Kayleigh Grant, she is the founder of Kaimana Ocean Safari where she guides ocean goers of all walks of life on the big island of Hawaii. Kayleigh is passionate about connecting people to the ocean in a deeper way and inspiring others to change their daily habits to better benefit the natural world. This episode is not just about swimming with sharks & all that lurks below the surface, it's about the hard stuff that lurks below the surface. Like losing loved ones to the opioid epidemic, something that needs more awareness around. Buckle up for this one, it's an adrenaline rush.Take care while listeningInstagram @mermaid.kayleighhttps://www.kaimanaoceansafari.com/Opioid & Substance Abuse resourcesSAMHSA - Substance Abuse & Mental Services Administrationhttps://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline1-800-662-HELP (4357)@theyrejusthumanswww.theyrejusthumans.com

This one is pure right here. I believe that my guest today, is a walking beacon for us to come home to. Logan Roe lives his life, fully. Not for anyone, not for conformity not for the labels we have slapped on society, but for HIM & the life he has created. Through his stories & life experiences, you are going to see something within yourself or question something within yourself. A lightbulb is bound to go off.__________________________________________________________________________________________Instagram:@heymrroe@theyrejusthumanswww.theyrejusthumans.com

On this episode of They're Just Humans, my guest is Courtney Bogden. Her & I have become close over the years thanks to our husbands & their job choice. Through becoming closer, I learned more about Courtney's life & the cards she had been dealt. It wasn't a good hand, to put it lightly. So today, we are going to hear about some of the stories that make Courtney's life unique & worth learning from. Her vulnerability may make you look a bit differently at the hand you have been dealt.  @theyrejusthumanswww.theyrejusthumans.com

Get ready to do a double take as my guest will make you wonder who I am actually speaking to. Enter Joe Gaudet, professional voice actor & dad... amazing at both. Joe not only impersonates famous actors & celebrities, he uses his own voice for many animated characters & commercials. Joe is going to make you laugh & cry & laugh again while you're crying. He's talented, he's real, he's an identical twin, he's human & he's here to share his story, happy, sad & everything in between.He's just a kid from East Boston, welcome Joe Gaudet._____________________________________________________________________________________________http://joegaudetvo.com/Instagram: @iamjoegaudetFacebook : http://www.facebook.com/JoeGaudetVO/@theyrejusthumanswww.theyrejusthumans.com

You know the people you meet & just know they are your people?? My guest this week is Josh Dairen. We met at a paranormal event, I was photographing the event & Josh was one of the guest speakers. His experience in the paranormal stemmed from experiences as a child & an adult but it wasn't until a little human came into his life that he would turn his passions into his reality. Josh is a historical paranormal researcher who tells stories that may otherwise be lost to time or even worse, misrepresented. His videos offer a quick yet efficient overview of these stories that are mostly local to Alabama & surrounding southern states.  He also owns The Coffee Shop with his wife where they sling caffeine to all the locals! Be sure to check Josh out on all of his platforms listed below. Enjoy!________________________________________________________________________________________Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/joshuadairen/TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@joshuadairen?lang=enThe Coffee Shophttps://www.instagram.com/thecoffeeshop.al/Strange Escapeshttp://www.strange-escapes.com/@theyrejusthumanswww.theyrejusthumans.com

Are you ready for your face to hurt from smiling so much? Meet Leah, she is a super talented human who specializes in small batch woodworking yet has worn many hats in her life. She owned a bar in Ithaca New York for 11 years called Felicias Atomic Lounge which was brainstormed during an 8 hour road trip to Maine & brought to fruition 10 days later.  She is a breast cancer survivor, she is a human who has gone through some stuff....the stories go on & on. I could listen to Leah all day as her joy for life & purpose is a beacon I hope to keep in my sight.__________________________________________________________________________________________Be sure to check out Leah on instagram @leahhoughtalingwoodworkingWebsite:www.leahhoughtaling.com@theyrejusthumanswww.theyrejusthumans.com

A dose of life knowledge is about to be dumped into your brain that could possibly be all the knowledge you need for a long while. Meet my guest, Ryan. Ryan has traveled most every inch of the country, each stop molding her into the incredible human she is today. She has overcome things that would have left most in a state of hurt & hate, instead, Ryan has turned all of those experiences into life lessons. She has a love for life & living it to its fullest, most messy & boldly beautiful ends. @theyrejusthumanswww.theyrejusthumans.com

Here comes the magic. Isabel Carrington is the owner of the Bell & Raven, a shop I discovered not too long ago & a place where I felt magical energy around me like a warm hug. Isabel mirrors that magic as well. Her & I connected on a synchronous level that was undeniable & I knew that the world needed to hear her story too. Isabel has taken her JOY & turned it into her purpose through the Bell & Raven. Isabel has wisdom & insight that will fill your cup for a long while, so sit back & soak it all in.______________________________________________________________________________________www.thebellandraven.comInstagram: @thebellandraven@theyrejusthumanswww.theyrejusthumans.com

There is a first time for everything and today's guest, reached out to me to be on this podcast, not the other way around. Usually my guests are people that I know or are acquainted with, met or have been introduced via mutual friend/acquaintance.  Not this time.Enter,  Perry Keenan, former Mayor of Pleasant View, Tennessee. The topics of conversation that Perry is most familiar with having are ones that have revolved around politics & his role as Mayor when he served from 2012-2020. This was his chance to peel back the layers on a more human level & not have his primary label be predominantly attached to "Mayor."Join me as we take a brief stroll through the lens of Perry Keenan aka The Flippin Mayor.______________________________________________________________________________________Instagram:@theflippinmayor @theyrejusthumanswww.theyrejusthumans.com

You've got a friend in me. This week I have on a friend who I have not seen in 20 years. So how is it, that I call her a friend? I don't think friends leave one anothers souls, I think they are stored, not lost. Hearing Anna's voice felt like a warm hug, her entire being is like a warm hug & her energy is nothing short of contagious. Anna fully intended on having a career as a trauma therapist, but life had different ideas for her. By complete happenstance, Anna & her sister started a business that would take them to a new level of "love what you do & you'll never work a day in your life." You will not want to miss this one!________________________________________________________Hagen & Oats Websitehttps://hagenandoats.com/Hagen & Oats Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/hagenandoats/@theyrejusthumanswww.theyrejusthumans.com

This week my guest is Jean also known as Jeansversion on Instagram, the place we “met.” With 45k followers on instagram, Jean shares her love of pop culture through her collection of Funko, Lego, Starwars, Loungefly & beyond! Welcome to the big kid club (proud member over here).And yet we all have a story & a life worth delving into, Jean shares her love of life through her determination to lead a different life than those she grew up with.  For instance, growing up in a border town & putting herself through college. We can all learn a lot from Jeans insight & kindness, she truly is a bright light that you will want to bask in.—————————————————————————Instagram@jeansversion@theyrejusthumanswww.theyrejusthumans.com

On this weeks episode of They're Just Humans, I have the pleasure of listening to the incredibly interesting & talented, Rich Gale.  Rich grew up in Littleton NH & was a natural athlete, especially at his height. He went on to play professional baseball in the MLB predominantly for the Kansas City Royals & pitched in two World Series games. He also played for the Boston Red Sox (New England plug there). His list of accolades is long & so are his life experiences. Rich discusses a traumatic event that took place in his life that may be triggering for some. Please take care while listening.

This week my guest is Brian Busam. Brian is a human who has experienced things in his life that most humans have never, nor will ever (or should ever) experience. At a very young age, Brian went through a traumatic event that changed the rest of his life as he would know it. Through it all, Brian has turned his suffering into doing good across the board. We chat about everything from Slipknot the band to Yankee Candles & it all makes perfect sense. There is so much light amongst the darkness in this episode.TRIGGER WARNING*Please know there are talks around natural disasters & childhood trauma/death.Check out Brians Podcast : Under the Bus Network-----------------------------------------------------------------https://www.instagram.com/underthebusnetworkhttps://www.youtube.com/c/underthebusnetwork

This week my guest is Hillary. Hillary is a massage therapist & healer in so many other aspects of her life. We discuss everything from going inward to face childhood trauma to non traditional relationships such as polyamory. There is so much valuable information sprinkled into this episode, all of which we could benefit from.

Today was a spur of the moment conversation revolving mostly around the incident that occurred to Damar Hamlin, safety for the Buffalo Bills. Damar went into cardiac arrest following what seemed to be a routine tackle. Without the immediate action taken by trainers & medical staff, the outcome of this miraculous story could have been much different. Welcome back to our guests, yes there is more than one, Duane Brooks & Niko Lalos.This conversation is between a non football playing human (me), a long time football player & coach in the NFL & college football (Duane) & an active NFL player who is the same age as Damar & closest to "that could have been me, or anyone else." (Niko)We bring different views to the table & really just want to bring the human condition into a sport that we may have started to dehumanize. Let's look at the different sides of football & what we all have in common, being human.Links:Niko Lalos - @nlalos

For the final episode in season two, I have the privilege of speaking to a fierce woman who stands at 4 foot 11 & has already made a huge impact on the world around her. She has big goals that all seemed to unfold organically. Like deciding to just go out & see how many miles she could run without ever really running before. She ended up running FAR. Bailey is sure to make you think more deeply yet simply about a lot of different topics that somehow all connect in the end. Links for Bailey below:@realslimbailey@50at4elevenThe November Project@novemberprojectme

You are not seeing double. This episode is with the one I chose to do life with by my side. My husband Bobby. Last week I released somewhat of a memoir in short podcast form. A glimpse of marriage through my lens. How did Bobby feel about last weeks episode? He will tell us today, here & now. We discuss a lot of things in a short amount of time, I mean, 10 years is a lot of ground to cover.------------------------------------------------------------------------------

... and counting. This week I spill the beans on what most married couples don't spill. I will go first, I will raise my hand & tell you all of the things that no body says about marriage, babies & losing yourself & the magic along the way.

Sean Shay is on this week. He is a human who happens to tattoo other humans. Like me. Sean is a very talented tattoo artist who works out of both Cape Cod & Portland Maine. He has worked under some of the great tattooist of our time & brings his love for art into each individual piece he designs. I have been lucky enough have hours upon hours of conversations with Sean but only until now has he agreed to actually chat in front of a microphone.Enjoy!Sean Shayhttp://www.instagram.com/seansheatattoo/

This is not an episode about being shy, it's about a human named Shy. Just wanted to clear that up in the show notes here. Shy is someone I met through the Lego community yet our conversation reaches beyond the lego brick. Shy was in the marines & fought in war, he's seen stuff that most of us will never nor should ever have to experience in this lifetime or any other.And his brave story? You won't want to miss what Shy purposely put himself through at age 8. His life experiences put so much into perspective & we could all take something away from him.You can find Shy on instagram at www.instagram.com/shytimeismytime/and head over to wherever you get your podcasts & give Cali Brick Clique a listenCali Brick Clique on Apple Podcasts : https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cali-brick-clique-lego-podcast/id1560772987

This week my guest is Niko Lalos. Niko is a free agent in the NFL, he started off playing at Dartmouth College & then went on to play for the New York Giants & then for the New Orleans Saints. We chat about all things, not just football, so don't be fooled. Niko Lalos instagram - www.instagram.com/nlalos

This week my guest is Tim Cronin & we will explain the way in which we are connected, it's, well, a small world. Throughout our discussion, Tim sheds light on ADHD & how it has been a part of his life as well as how it has played a role in him being a father to a son with similar tendencies along that same path.Tim has an extraordinary life in which stories just seem to pour from, from days during the L.A Riots to water cooler chats with NFL players & everything else in between.You can also find Tim in the Podcast world at  "Stats Don't Matter" and you can find it anywhere you get your podcasts.Links:www.instagram.com/statsdontmatter/www.instagram.com/cronin_photo_co/

This week we have a repeat human who agreed to come back, that human is Connor Boyle. Connor has been open & raw about addiction & recovery which is opened up a bigger conversation & we are going to crack that conversation open by answering some of your questions. These are adult conversations using adult language, please be advised.Connor's Information:Nonprofit fitness concept benefitting NH Recovery Community. 603-616-9177connorboyle@gmail.comwww.ironhelixfitness.com

My guest this week is Duane Brooks, the defensive line coach for Dartmouth  College. He shares stories about his upbringing & his life in Indiana, being raised by his two grandmothers after his mom had him at 16. Duane is going to leave you wanting another story because he genuinely tells it how it is without reservations. He knows his own truths down to a cellular level & his messages are contagious across the board.

Get ready for big things in small packages. This week I reconnect with a woman who I met at a retreat where we were both searching for insight towards finding joy & purpose. Lori Pine is a light that all should be able to bask in. She's made many hard decisions in her life, one being to leave a big corporate job & another being to take back control of an eating disorder that debilitated her for much of her life.Lori shares a vast array of valuable information & a love for people that is clear & refreshing. 

My life is all things strange... coincidence, synchronicity...the matrix? Possibly so. This week my guest is Martin. We met by happenstance (another odd human experience of mine) and because we crossed each other's paths, we were able to open up an entirely new conversation that led us HERE. Martin's view of life is one that opened my eyes to something I had never thought about before. The way in which he was brought up, the way in which he never knew what his dad did for work, the way in which we should all be thinking about what is important to us as individuals. Next time you find yourself asking someone what they "do", instead ask "what do you LIKE to do?" And not only that... but before you ask, ask yourself "do I even care?" If the answer is no, then ask a different question or not one at all. Be curious, not nosey. Martin aka BricksnapsInstagram - @bricksnaps

Welcome back! It's season 2 & I am thrilled to share more human stories with all of you glorious fellow humans. My guest this week is Celia St. Onge. We met on a photoshoot over 12 years ago & we never lost touch. I call her my "fairy godmother" because I am convinced that everything she touches is magic. She might as well be carrying around pixie dust with her, her presence is like a  warm hug that you never knew you needed. We talk about trusting your gutWe discuss normalizing the human condition... without conditioningWe laugh & share adventures about Rome that you won't want to miss. Celia holds wisdom beyond this lifetime & will share just a glimpse with us. www.celiabedilia.com

For the season 1 finale, I circle back to where I started this podcast, Littleton New Hampshire. Joe Lahout is the owner of Lahouts Ski Shop, the oldest ski shop in America, a family owned store that dates back to before the great depression. Joe has stories about his life that include everything from Ellis Island to Aerosmith. Did I mention I worked at Lahouts all through high school? So Joe is no stranger to me, if anything, he is someone who I truly believe was put in my path for a reason. Links:Watch North Country the documentary about Lahoutshttps://youtu.be/m08zW0zKgrcThank you for all of your support this season! Please be sure to rate & review to show your love

This week I tell my story, well part of it. I share my struggles with anxiety & how the universe showed up on my doorstep last March. I talk about how I was saved by the words of another human & how that human presented themselves in my life by absolute chance. There are depths to this that sometimes seem unimaginable & yet this is just a glimpse into my story & how this podcast was born. Join me as I unearth the real stories behind... ME. www.theyrejusthumans.comInstagram -  @theyrejusthumans #glennondoyle #abbywambach #untamed #wecandohardthings 

This week my guest is Emily & she is a LEGO YouTube content creator. Her channel, Emmasaurus has over 30K subscribers & keeps growing. We talk about LEGO, women in science, the real truth behind being her own boss & the freedoms & responsibilities that come along with that. Emmasaurus YouTube www.youtube.com/channel/UCF067gO0IWb6y4tyzAeK4NwEmmasaurus Instagramwww.instagram.com/its.emmasaurus

Welcome to episode 9! This week my guest is Zack. We became friends after meeting at our summer job & never lost touch. I thought I knew Zack, but the truth is, I had no idea. He grew up as a Jehovah's Witness, he was traumatized as a child, he had a close to death experience & he lost 100 lbs & now runs marathons & owns a bed & breakfast. So many THINGS. Oh, and he has also been on stage & rapped with Wu-Tang. No biggie. This is the story of Zack, he's full of life, he's seen a lot & he's here to tell his side.  https://www.thechadwick.com

This week my guest is Andrea Tulley. Andrea is a therapist in her professional life & is also a big part of the guiding eyes for the blind community. Andrea is the dose of sunshine we all need & just listening to her will feel like a warm hug. She's quite good at seeing & hearing. Something we could all use a little more practice with.  We cover a lot of heavy this week including eating disorders, mental illness & suicide. If any of these are triggers, please skip this episode. Andrea is a cognitive-behavioral therapist and focuses on solution-oriented psychological treatment. She is a National Certified Counselor as well as being a Licensed Professional Counselor. Andrea has a specialized background in counseling Public Safety Officials and is certified in Critical Incident Stress Management. She is skilled at providing individual, group and family therapy to both adolescents and adults.www.andreatulley.comwww.guidingeyes.orgNational Suicide Prevention Lifeline  (800) 273-8255Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration National Helpline  (800) 662-4357

Part 2 with Ty! Thank you for coming back for more shenanigans. We talk about the paranormal, childhood traumas, Dumbledore vs Obi- Wan? I'd say we cover the spectrum of things on this episode. Check out all things TyHaunt Me WebsiteHaunt Me InstagramHaunt Me YouTube

I am not going to beat a dead horse, I am not going to beat a dead horse (why do people say that anyway)?OK  so this week's episode is the first episode I ever recorded (back in June). I didn't know what I was doing (I still don't know what I am doing) but fortunately I chose one of my closest friends to be my podcast guinea pig. I had microphones I had no clue how to use,  I was in the same room as my guest which posed its own issues... basically, I was winging it because there is always a first for everything & I had to start somewhere. Thankfully this podcast is not about me, it is about all you humans out there who have stories to tell. Did I have to add this information? Yes, because I am also human, I am not perfect (never want to be) and there are flaws & growing pains that come along with anything new we decide to embark on. This is proof. This is raw, this is NOT perfect, but it is REAL. Not everything has to be polished for the world to see, sometimes it is the imperfections that tell the true stories & make us feel seen & heard.Welcome to part 1 of 2 with my fellow human, Ty Gowen.      

Welcome to this week's episode where I get to have a heart-to-heart chat with my Aunt. My Aunt is simple, she even goes as far as calling herself boring, so of course, I had to dive deeper into that label. She has no regrets about life & sees the world through the best lens even though she knows it's far from perfect. Join me as I unearth the real stories behind real people, no labels, they're just humans.Thinking about starting a podcast? Buzzsprout is the best place for all of your podcasting needs. I use buzzsprout for hosting They're Just Humans & you can use it too!https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1867905

Maybe grab a tissue for this one. Nick opens up with me about his struggles following college as he transitioned into adulthood. He didn't have any money, his childhood home was lost & his mom became homeless. Is LOVE enough to get us through the bad times? Is love all we need?   We also chat about the weirdness of space & IS there a storm going on on Venus? We laugh, we cry,  we human.

Welcome back for episode 3! My guest this week is Dominique Miles, Dominique is a human who resonates with me on a level beyond knowing. We know little about one another yet our connection is undeniable. Dominique & I will chat about her passion & career as a Reiki guide as well as her struggles in real life as a human. The idea of not being able to cry, the reality of using something as a crutch when emotions were running high, in Dominique's case, it was food.  Join me as I unearth the real stories behind real people, not labels, they're just humans.

My guest this week is Emily Gagne. Emily is working on her PHD in Ecology at Penn State & has a plethora of talents under her belt. Her views on evolution will bring an interesting take on the current state of the world but so will her knowledge of dance & body image. It's a range of conversation!Join me as I unearth the real stories behind real people. No labels, they're just humans.If you enjoy this podcast, please be sure to rate & review.

Welcome to the first ever episode of They're Just Humans, thank you for joining me. This episode is a  real life, raw conversation with my friend Connor. We went to high school together, Connor excelled in everything & did it with ease, until he reached a point in his life where the trophies he was chasing were nothing but hollow dreams. This is a story of addiction & revival. This is a story to be heard. What makes us each feel free? Have we ever experienced real bravery? What do we know to be true? These are just some of the questions I'll be asking each & every week. So join me for, They're Just Humans.LinksConnor's Instagramhttps://instagram.com/revival.wt?utm_medium=copy_linkhttps://instagram.com/iron__helix?utm_medium=copy_linkConnor's websiteshttps://www.ironhelixfitness.com/https://www.revivalwildernesstherapy.com/

So what is this podcast about anyways? They're Just Humans is a podcast where I have one on one conversations with other fellow humans. What are their life experiences & how have those experiences shaped who they are today? What scares them? What makes them feel free? What do they know to be TRUE? Let's unearth the stories behind real people, real people like you & me.   

Podcast Premieres on January 1, 2022