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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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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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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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Founder and Director of the Travis International Film Institute -TiFi, Mark W. Travis visits with Papamutes for a second time to discuss directing the Character, not the Actor. Very insightful conversation on a unique technique of directing that Mark crafted during his many years in the film and theater industry.

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Gasping for Air author, Dana S. Diaz chats candidly with Papamutes about her excruciating  life long experiences with narcissistic abuse. What led her to write 'Gasping for Air' The Stranglehold of Narcissistic Abuse.' Candid and raw conversation that will enlighten and bring awareness to this abusive type of behavior.  She is now helping others who reach out to her in order to free themselves from this horrifying tr...

Filmmakers around the world regard Mark W. Travis as the most outstanding teacher and consultant on the art of film directing. Fueled by the desire to generate organic and authentic performances in an instant, Mark developed a director-centered approach called The Travis Technique, which earned him the nickname, “the director’s director.” The Travis Technique is not limited to filmmakers; it has also proven to be an essential set o...

Valerie Maksym, author of Maksymizing Life: Turn Self Doubt into Self Confidence. After two divorces Valerie found herself alone for the first time in her life. She took this opportunity to embark on a journey of self discovery. This determination led Valerie to discover her passion for fitness, and eventually becoming a nationally qualified NPC figure bodybuilder competitor. An author, a parent, personal trainer and life coach mak...

Would you ever take your cat to Japan? Probably not, but if you did, then you may want to read 'Whiskers Abroad' by Carrie Carter. Part travel log, part travel guide, but definitely a whole lot of fun and laughs. Carrie chats with Papamutes about her book, how it all came about, and why her sister's cat, not her cat went to Japan. well sort of. And there's Cat Trivia! Meow, listen now!

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Model, Breast Cancer Survivor, and author Christine Handy chats with Papamutes about her rise in the modeling world and sudden  interruption when diagnosed with breast cancer. How she over came suicidal thoughts and found the courage to push through.  Writing her novel 'Walk Beside Me' which recounts her struggles and the women that helped her through this dark period. Christine continues to model, and is a sought after m...

Franco Harris, the Hall of Fame running back for the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League died on December 20th, 2022. Just days before his number 32 was to be retired by the Steelers organization that he won four Super Bowl titles with in the 1970's. Almost 50 years to the day that Franco was the central part of the greatest play in NFL history. 'The Immaculate Reception'. Born and raised in Pittsburg...

Best known as Leonardo DiCaprio’s sister in Quentin Tarantino's  Django Unchained. Laura joins Papamutes and chats about her career spanning over 25 years in TV and film. Laura explains what drove her to write Know Small Parts: An Actor’s Guide to Turning Minutes into Moments and Moments into a Career with a foreword by Richard Dreyfuss.  Sharing fascinating inside stories about what working in the entertainment business is re...

Poet Maya Workowski chats up Papamutes with her love of poetry, and her book QUIVER.  Maya shares  what drew her to poetry, and how photography is a visual form of poetry. Maya's poems have inspired hundreds on TikTok. She gives advice for aspiring poets and whats needed to follow your passion. Papamutes new segment 'Time Capsule' tests Maya's name recognition through the years. How far back does she go? Well, t...

Julie Clark  is the New York Times best selling author of The Last Flight. All three of her books, The Ones We Choose, The Last Flight and The Lies I Tell  have been optioned for television. In this episode with Papamutes, Julie talks about her recent novel, The Lies I Tell.  A twisted domesticThriller. Julie chats about her writing process, gives advice for new writers and takes part in Papa's fun segments - Name That Movie, ...