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Kick The Can Podcast

by Paul and Matt Granelli

Everyone always encourages him to share his stories. So here it is! Paul Granelli shares tales and experiences growing up in the Bronx in the 60s and 70s, Catholic school shenanigans, and traveling the world with entertainers like Frank Sinatra.

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Episodes

  1. The Pals ft. Steven Albano - Ep.24

    Paul is once again joined by his good friend Steven Albano.

  2. Sammy Davis Jr. - Ep.23

    Paul recaps his trips around the world with Frank Sinatra, Liza Minnelli, and Sammy Davis Jr.

  3. Paulie Petz / Nicknames Revisited ft. Frankie Pagnotta - Ep.22

    Paul revisits the countless nicknames from the neighborhood with Frankie Pagnotta.

  4. Sort of a Mixed Bag - Ep.21

    Paul talks about Liza Minnelli’s book and Barbara Sinatra.

  5. Nicknames - Ep.20

    Everyone has a nickname.

  6. 17 Super Bowls ft. Larry Samele - Ep.19

    We are joined by Larry Samele to discuss some of the 17 Super Bowls that Paul attended in his life. 🏈

  7. D'Jeet? ft. Frank Pagnotta - Ep.18

    Paul is once again joined by Frank Pagnotta to talk about their food habits in the Bronx.

  8. Must Be Santa & The Sandwich Problem - Ep.17

    Happy New Year! Paul talks about Christmas traditions and a poorly made sandwich.

  9. Liza Minnelli and Her Dog Lilly - Ep.16

    Paul tells a few stories from his time with Frank Sinatra.

  10. Dinners with Old Friends - Ep.15

    Fresh off 2 reunion dinners, Paul talks about seeing guys from the neighborhood again.

  11. Self-Checkout Machines & Being The Guy - Ep. 14

    Paul remembers a late friend, talks about old photos, and rants about self-checkout machines.

  12. BONUS EPISODE - Ferrogosto 2025

    Paul visits Ferrogosto 2025 in the Bronx.

  13. The Night of the Good Samaritans & The Buckwheat BBQ - Ep. 13

    Late night fights and BBQs with old friends. DONATE to Tunnels To Towers Foundation here: https://runsignup.com/Race/118632/Donate/YhxBm2Oll7shAakz

  14. The 8th Grade Class Trip / Frank Sinatra Jr. vs Eliot - Ep.12

    Paul recalls the story of his 8th grade class trip to Washington DC and an altercation involving Frank Sinatra Jr.

  15. BONUS EPISODE - Short Italy Trip Reflection + Birthday Wishes - Ep. 11

    Paul recaps the family trip to Italy and shouts out a few special birthdays.

  16. Father’s Day & It Is Balloon! Pt. 2 - Ft. Steven Albano - Ep. 10

    Part 2 with Steven Albano! https://linktr.ee/kickthecanpodcast

  17. Father’s Day & It Is Balloon! Pt. 1 - Ft. Steven Albano - Ep. 9.wav

    Paul is joined by his friend of 65 years, Steven Albano.

  18. Sports of Belmont ft. Frank Pagnotta - Ep.8

    Paul is joined by his childhood friend Frank Pagnotta.

  19. Uncle Junior & Chazz Palminteri - The Stars of Belmont - Ep.7

    Paul talks about meeting Dominic Chianese (Uncle Junior from The Sopranos) and growing up with Chazz Palminteri.

  20. Biz Joins the Show ft. Larry Samele - Ep.6

    Paul is joined by his lifelong friend Larry.

  21. “Muscatel! Muscatel!” & “No Customs for Frankie” - Ep. 5

    Paul talks about rigging the Feast games and his first trip to Italy with Sinatra.

  22. Easter Sunday, Altar Boys, & Gugi - Ep.4

    Reminiscing about Catholic school shenanigans.

  23. Hoffman Street Ball Busters - Ep.3

    Paul reminisces about the days growing up on Hoffman Street in the Bronx. Contact us with any questions or comments at [email protected] https://linktr.ee/kickthecanpodcast

  24. The Rat Pack Border Incident - Ep. 2

    Paul crossing the Canadian/US border with 40 bags of luggage belonging to Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and the crew. What could go wrong? Contact us with any questions or comments at [email protected] https://linktr.ee/kickthecanpodcast

  25. Bronx Beginnings - Ep. 1

    The first episode of the Kick The Can Podcast! Paul talks about his parents and upbringing in the Bronx. Email us any comments or questions at [email protected] https://linktr.ee/kickthecanpodcast

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Everyone always encourages him to share his stories. So here it is! Paul Granelli shares tales and experiences growing up in the Bronx in the 60s and 70s, Catholic school shenanigans, and traveling the world with entertainers like Frank Sinatra.

HOSTED BY

Paul and Matt Granelli

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How many episodes does Kick The Can Podcast have?

Kick The Can Podcast currently has 25 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is Kick The Can Podcast about?

Everyone always encourages him to share his stories. So here it is! Paul Granelli shares tales and experiences growing up in the Bronx in the 60s and 70s, Catholic school shenanigans, and traveling the world with entertainers like Frank Sinatra.

How often does Kick The Can Podcast release new episodes?

Kick The Can Podcast has 25 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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Who hosts Kick The Can Podcast?

Kick The Can Podcast is created and hosted by Paul and Matt Granelli.
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