Papamutes
Papamutes is a podcast that dives into the minds of creative individuals—artists, writers, entrepreneurs, performers, and makers—who not only pursue their craft with heart but also find meaningful ways to give back. Each episode features an inspiring conversation about their journey, what drives their creativity, and how they’re using their talents to uplift others.
Episodes
Veteran screenwriter and author David Silverman 'How to be A Rockstar Screenwriter' takes us through his incredible journey in Hollywood, sharing on the Papamutes Podcast insider stories and practical advice for aspiring writers. His decades of experience across beloved shows like The Jeffersons, One Day at a Time, Mork and Mindy, Alf, and South Park offers valuable insights into the craft of screenwriting and the busines...
Novelist Noel Stark takes Papamutes behind the scenes of her debut rom-com "Love, Camera, Action". Drawing from her extensive career working in nearly every position in film and television, Noel crafted an authentic, steamy story about a female director and cinematographer who constantly jostle for control—both on set and in the bedroom.
Noel discusses the power dynamics in her novel and how they reflect real industry expe...
A letter can change everything. For Amy Nielsen, it was a two-page note to her college-aged daughter explaining why curfews mattered—a window into Nielsen's tumultuous past as a homeless teen in 1980s Florida. That letter became the seed for "Worth It," her award-winning young adult novel about finding courage when everything around you is falling apart.
Her novel, which recently earned the Florida State Boo...
The digital world has fundamentally changed how we make decisions, form opinions, and live our daily lives. Dr. Muhammad Atique, author of "Digitally Hijacked: The Age of Influence," reveals the startling truth behind how social media and AI have infiltrated nearly every aspect of our decision-making process.
From the products we purchase to the political views we adopt, algorithms and targeted content silently guide us to...
What happens when a beloved sports identity collides with evolving cultural awareness? In this candid conversation with Papamutes, Jack Moore—host of Moore to Consider podcast and lifelong Washington football fan—takes us on a journey through the controversial transition from Redskins to Commanders.
Moore offers a fascinating historical perspective on the team's origins, tracing the Redskins name back to 1932 when the...
When Amanda Quick's husband didn't come home one night in 2016, she never imagined she would discover he'd been arrested for attempted human trafficking. As a stay-at-home mother to three children under six, Amanda's world shattered in an instant, launching her into a four-year journey of uncovering painful truths about the man she thought she knew.
Amanda's story challenges everything we think we ...
Trailblazer Anne Montgomery joins Papamutes to share her remarkable journey from breaking barriers in sports journalism to uncovering forgotten stories of World War II servicemen. Her latest novel, "Your Forgotten Sons," offers a poignant exploration of history inspired by letters over seven decades old. Discover how Sergeant Bud Richardville's role in the Graves Registration Service during WWII and his personal life...
MARY BETH O'CONNOR is a director, secretary, and founding investor for She Recovers Foundation and a director for LifeRing Secular Recovery. A graduate of Berkeley Law School, in 2014 she was appointed a federal administrative law judge and retired in 2020. Prior to all this she was a meth addict and a victim of verbal, physical and sexual abuse. Mary Beth shares her memoir with Papamutes.
She has been sober since 1994.
Charlie Hustle tells the full story of one of America's most epic tragedies, the rise and fall of baseball legend Pete Rose. Author Keith O'Brien joins Papamutes for this incredible modern day greek tragedy. From Rose's working class roots to the top of baseball stardom and Pete's decline into addiction leading to the biggest scandal in baseball history.
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Dan Ramm is an Emmy nominated producer and award-winning Television writer/producer with dozens of credits, including Criminal Minds. He has multiple awards for writing and producing, including 5 Telly Awards, Best Doc at LA Film Festival 2023 among others. His latest endeavor is a fiction novel called Long Branch. Dan and Papamutes talk about his debut novel, and how his writing career all started with a chance meeting with legend...
Joanne Greene, an award winning San Francisco television and radio host for decades. Author of 'By Accident, A Memoir of Letting Go'. A freak dramatic car accident sent Joanne on a journey of discovery you have to hear about. Papamute's fun This or That segment and Joanne's choices will surprise you. Turn on, Tune in now!
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Jayson Johnson Strike Five Films, founder, producer and director talks about his beginnings in the film industry. Working for Francis Ford Coppola, winning multiple film festival awards and his love of the Chicago Bears are just a few of the topics Papamutes and Jayson discuss.
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Linda Coussement has been exploring meaning and purpose for many years by intertwining an 18+ year-long career in corporate business consulting with travel, teaching yoga, cofounding a sustainability start-up, photography, and studying the metaphysical concept of meaningful relations. The latter included a yearlong journey across Europe to ask over a hundred people, “How is it to be you?” Papamutes is thrilled to have Linda join us...
Sean O'Brien, co-producer of the Brave New Films documentary 'Beyond Bars' chats with Papamutes chronicling the story of Chesa Boudin and his journey from abandon child to District Attorney of San Francisco. Focusing on mass incarceration and the tireless battle towards progressive reform.
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Pat Benincasa, is a first-generation Italian American visual artist. She has received national and international recognition for her work. Pat sits down with Papamutes and reveals her passion for art of all kind and how art saved her life.
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Amazing conversation with Claudio Reilsono, head baseball coach at Carnegie Mellon University. Claudio is also a professional baseball scout, TV, radio and podcast host. An Author - "Lead from the Heart Up, Not the Neck Up". Claudio chats with Papamutes about his book, his pro baseball tryouts, coaching for over 40 years. Claudio tackles the Name that Athlete segment and so much more. A ton of stuff in this episode. We ev...
I had the honor of appearing as a guest on The Italian Impact Weekly Radio show. Hosts Steve Mancini and Claudio Reilsono were great to talk with about Italian heritage, Italian upbringing, traditions, sports, favorite guests and so much more. Two amazing Pittsburgh guys whose radio show and podcasts are top notch. Broadcast from Robert Morris University live, every Thursday at 5 PM EST on KHB Radio 620 AM, 102.1 FM, 94.1 FM, and ...
Author and World Traveler Lisa Ruoff talks with Papamutes about the winding path of her highly unconventional life of adventure that could often be described as chaotic abandon. Visiting or living in Alaska for 8 years, Africa, Australia, Sweden to name a few. Lisa was also a restauranteur owning and running two restaurants.
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Italian Impact Weekly radio host Steve Mancini sits down with Papamutes discussing, everything Italian from pasta to sports to the old neighborhood. Join Papa and Steve as they reminisce about their boyhood Little Italy paradise right in the heart of Pittsburgh Pa. Godere!
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Multiple Award winning Historical fiction author Michelle Cox joins the Papamutes Podcast chatting about her career as a writer, and why she's hooked on Historical fiction. Important stuff like board games also come into play. No pun intended. You want to write? Listen as Michelle gives her unfiltered advice on what it takes to crack the field of writing. Get to know Michelle through the This or That segment.
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