#49. Processing grief and radiating kindess, with Mike "Shooky" Ciesiulka

from Mostly All Figured Out · host Emily Marciniak Louis

Mike "Shooky" Ciesiulka, co-owner of JJ's Casa Di Pizza and fan-fave bartender at Free Street Tavern joined me in studio today! We got to record in Casa which was awesome (check it out on the YouTube!) so apologies for some of the background noise/music - but I think it adds to the esthetic 🕺🏼Mike and I talked about where he grew up, teaching CCD classes at OLBS in Depew, his career trajectory (he first started working at Casa Di Pizza when he was 16!), and things that bring him joy in day-to-day life. We also talked about his son Ethan, what made him such a special kid, and how Mike processed his grief after his loss and continues to do so. I'm so grateful to Mike for being open and willing to talk through everything we discussed, and I know for certain everyone who listens will too. Enjoy!You can follow Mike on IG @shooky12If you feel inclined, please consider making a donation to Down Syndrome Parents Group of WNY in Ethan's memory and Mike's honor here: https://dspgwny.org/Stay tuned because Shooky + Emily are starting a book club in March!!! Details coming soon - be sure to follow @mostlyallfiguredout on IG for the details. Support the show💸 Want to support the pod? There’s a new listener support option now! Click the link above to be a part of the "Bunch of MAFOs" and I'll love you forever. Thank you to the current bunch!! Paul F, Michael H, Bridget W, Sam S, Ben S, Lauren B, Maria Q, Lizzy, Brandon G, and Mama 💜What to do now?Subscribe to the channel! Follow us on Instagram: @mostlyallfiguredoutFollow us on TikTok: @mostlyallfiguredoutTo connect with me about event and fundraising consulting for your nonprofit, shoot me a DM on IG @inspiredeventscollective!Subscribe to the YouTube Channel to watch the episodes: @mostlyallfiguredout ‬Please rate and review the podcast! It really helps to get it in front of more people. And we love you for it.Show theme music by: @4thstringaudio

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