The Gritty Hour

The Gritty Hour
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Interesting interviews with interesting people. 

  1. Thinking Out Of The Box with Dave Lee from Signal

    19H AGO

    Thinking Out Of The Box with Dave Lee from Signal

    Send us a text Dave Lee, the force behind Signal Snowboards, stopped by to discuss his evolution from professional snowboarder to leading snowboard manufacturer. He also discussed his creative venture with Ernest Packaging, a large cardboard manufacturing company, to design and create snowboard products out of cardboard.  This wild idea, with the help of developers at Fender Guitars, evolved into The Cardboard Sessions. These jam sessions, using instruments made out of cardboard, has attracted a wide range of musicians from great local bands to legendary artists. Please check out Signal to learn more about Dave's innovative snowboards. Also check out and enjoy The Carboard Sessions  to learn more about this exciting new trend. Check our other links: Twitter Rumble Instagram YouTube

    34 min
  2. An Immigration Success Story with Linny and Sean E. Boy

    SEP 20

    An Immigration Success Story with Linny and Sean E. Boy

    Send us a text Linny and Sean E. Boy stopped by to discuss the successful end to their years-long effort to bring Linny here legally, which was documented on previous podcasts here, as the story progressed. We are delighted that she is now here in America, and she and Sean have recently wed. We wish the both many, many years of happiness together. Check our other links: Twitter Rumble Instagram YouTube

    1h 16m

  3. SEP 7

    Fort Ontario: An American History Story with Paul Lear

    Send us a text Paul Lear, manager of Fort Ontario State Historic Site in Oswego, NY from 1999-2024, discusses the rich history that the fort and adjoining Lake Ontario played in the story of the United States. From the French and Indian wars through to the modern day, the site played a vital role in the formation of the country. Today, Mr. Lear runs the Safe Haven Holocaust Refugee Shelter Museum, located within the fort. Fort Ontario was the site of the only camp for Jewish Holocaust refugees in the United States during WWII . Please visit the "Collections" link  below, who you can view "Over the Rainbow Bridge" which explains the plight and story of these refugees. Collections Safe Haven Fort Ontario Check our other links: Twitter Rumble Instagram YouTube

    1h 24m
  4. Overcoming Self Doubt with Albert Bramante

    AUG 17

    Overcoming Self Doubt with Albert Bramante

    Send us a text Dr. Albert Bramante, talent agent and author of "Rise Above the Script: Confronting Self Doubt and Mastering Self Sabotage for Performing Artists" stopped in to discuss his book, his take on the future of AI in his industry, and how he incorporates is doctorate in psychology in his work as a film and stage talent agent. Visit Bramante Artists to learn more about his talent agency. Visit Rise Above The Script to learn more about his great book. Check our other links: Twitter Rumble Instagram YouTube

    39 min
  5. The Camaraderie of Cooking with Efrain Raices

    JUL 31

    The Camaraderie of Cooking with Efrain Raices

    Send us a text Occasional co-host Rich Del Valle joined us in welcoming Efrain Raices, New Jersey Chapter President of Les Marmitons. A gentlemen's club whose members share a love of fine cooking, wine, and the culinary arts, Les Marmitons boats chapters all over the United States and Canada. Please visit Les Marmitons to learn more about this wonderful organization. Check our other links: Twitter Rumble Instagram YouTube

    42 min
  6. Drums and Percussion with Tom Freer

    JUL 16

    Drums and Percussion with Tom Freer

    Send us a text Tom Freer, founder and CEO of Freer Percussion in Cleveland, Ohio dropped in to discuss his journey through the world of drums. Recently retired from a 31 year stint playing percussion and timpani with The Cleveland Orchestra, Tom has more time to focus on his business while maintaining his love for drums and percussion. Visit his site for his bio and more info at Freer Percussion Check our other links: Twitter Rumble Instagram YouTube

    1h 4m
  7. Playing Stupid Games with Andy Dietrich

    JUL 3

    Playing Stupid Games with Andy Dietrich

    Send us a text Andy Dietrich dropped in to discuss his hilarious book "Play Stupid Games Win Stupid Prizes". Currently in Vegas via Alaska, he also discussed his immigration story. You can find more info on his book at www.andysbook.com It is also available at Amazon Check it out! Check our other links: Twitter Rumble Instagram YouTube

    37 min
  8. A Conversation with Actor William Sadler

    JUN 21

    A Conversation with Actor William Sadler

    Send us a text Prolific actor William Sadler dropped in to discuss his expansive acting career and offered his opinion on the effect AI will have on Hollywood. Also, we dove into his passion for making and playing music. He will be performing at the Pocono Cinema & Cultural Center on June 29th. The event will include his music and an audience Q&A. For more information and ticket purchase info, please visit https://poconocinema.org/upcoming-events Check our other links: Twitter Rumble Instagram YouTube

    51 min
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  • Creator
    The Gritty Hour
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    152
  • Rating
    Explicit
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