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Stranger Conversations Podcast

by Tay Jones

Exploring the lives and lessons of those around us, hidden in plain sight.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 26: Lance Thonvold - Planted, Not Buried

    In Episode 26 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast, I speak with Lance Thonvold, former professional baseball pitcher who once believed his value came from a stat sheet. After three injury-plagued seasons with the Seattle Mariners turned his world upside down, years of rehabbing and rebuilding…

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  2. Episode 25: Eddie Bailey - Citizen, Bank Robber

    In Episode 25 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast, I speak with Eddie Bailey, a now productive member of society – a chef and a father – who once lived a life of crime. Eddie has spent around 15 years of his life locked behind bars, including serving a 5-year prison sentence for bank robbery.…

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  3. Episode 24: Steve and Kristi Goncalves - Murder Has a Name

    In Episode 24 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast, I speak with Steve and Kristi Goncalves. Steve and Kristi are the parents of Kaylee Goncalves, who was part of a group of young University of Idaho students – commonly known as the Idaho Four – who tragically lost their lives to a senseless act...

  4. Episode 23: Gregory Pellerito - Moments of Youth

    In Episode 23 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast, I speak with Gregory Pellerito. Gregory is a former MTV intern who worked on hit television shows such as Cribs and My Super Sweet 16. He is currently the president and CEO of Jackpot Pictures, making his theatrical feature film debut as both…

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  5. Episode 22: Dirk Graham - Police and Mental Health

    In Episode 22 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast, I speak with Dirk Graham. Dirk is a 20-year law enforcement veteran, currently working in the Pacific Northwest as a detective with a large Sheriff’s Office. Besides being a raving Seahawks fan, a curator of hilarious memes, and Monster energy...

  6. Episode 21: Connie Cotter - From Fine to Fulfilled

    In Episode 21 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast, I speak with Connie Cotter. Connie is a faith-forward, joy-driven, Certified High-Performance Coach who guides both men and women in moving from fine to fulfilled. She guides professionals through life's biggest transitions through her…

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  7. Episode 20: Pastor Paul Ernewein - Forged by Fire

    In Episode 20 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast, I speak with Pastor Paul Ernewein. Paul is the President and Director of Forged by Fire Ministries, whose mission is to serve those in need by offering freshly prepared meals alongside acts of compassion. Forged by Fire responds to disasters...

  8. Episode 19: Master Preston Ducati - Life and Martial Arts

    In Episode 19 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast, I speak with Master Preston Ducati. Preston is a 7th degree black belt in Kenpo Karate, who owns multiple martial arts studios around the U.S. Preston is not only an entrepreneur, but also a consultant, an inventor, and the author of...

  9. Episode 18: Luke Mickelson - Sleep in Heavenly Peace

    In Episode 18 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast, I speak with Luke Mickelson. Luke is the founder of Sleep in Heavenly Peace, a charity that believes all children deserve a safe, comfortable place to lay their head at night. To date, Sleep in Heavenly Peace has provided around 350,000 beds…

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  10. Episode 17: Azdean Elmoustaquim - Destinations Morocco

    In Episode 17 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast, I speak with Azdean Elmoustaquim. Azdean is the founder of Destinations Morocco and the host of the Destinations Morocco Podcast. Through Destinations Morocco, Azdean crafts immersive Moroccan tours and is passionate about showing travelers the...

  11. Episode 16: Erden Eruc - 2026 Golden Globe Race

    In Episode 16 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast, I speak with Erden Eruc. Erden is an adventurer, explorer, speaker, and member of the Guinness Hall of Fame. He holds 18 Guinness World Records, including being the first person to circumnavigate the earth, solo, using nothing but human power.…

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  12. Episode 15: Christopher Hill - Travel with Purpose

    In Episode 15 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast, I talk with Christopher Hill, founder of Hands Up Holidays and Impact Destinations. Hands Up Holidays is a luxury travel company that mixes good times with good deeds, allowing you to volunteer and be part of humanitarian efforts while visiting...

  13. Episode 14: Bret Johnson (Bret Flat Earth Bible Jesus)

    In Episode 14 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast, I talk with Bret Johnson, or as you may know him on Instagram: “Bret Flat Earth Bible Jesus” (@bretfebiblejesus). If you’re wondering what our conversation is about, I think his username says it all. Bret and I talk about flat earth and the...

  14. Episode 13: Jackie Lapin - The Historic Traveler

    In Episode 13 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast, I talk with Jackie Lapin, also known as: The Historic Traveler. As you’ll hear, Jackie has spent her life seeking out historic localities as a passionate photographer, reader, and learner, blending travel with and through historic literature.…

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  15. Episode 12: Layne Storrier - 36 Half Triathlons, 36 Days

    In Episode 12 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast, I speak with Layne Storrier. Layne is an endurance athlete record holder, Australian, an all-around impressive human and someone I recently had the great fortune of meeting. We discuss Layne’s personal journey through struggles and how he’s…

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  16. Episode 11: Amanda Gow - Psychedelic Assisted Therapy

    In Episode 11 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast, I speak with Amanda Gow. Amanda is the owner and operator of Bendable Therapy in Bend, OR. Bendable Therapy provides modern, clinically proven mental health services, but specializes in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy, allowing patients to safely...

  17. Episode 11: TEASER

    In Episode 11 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast, I speak with Amanda Gow. Amanda is the owner and operator of Bendable Therapy in Bend, OR. Bendable Therapy provides modern, clinically proven mental health services, but specializes in Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy, allowing patients to safely...

  18. Episode 10: Jeremy Horne - Generational Storytelling

    In Episode 10 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast, I speak with tech entrepreneur Jeremy Horne, diving into his fascinating life and his passion for storytelling, which has led to his next endeavor, Winny.chat. As you’ll hear, Winny is the future of generational storytelling. This amazing app...

  19. Episode 9: Nate Cox

    In Episode 9 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast, I talk with Nate Cox, a dual U.S./Australian citizen, world traveler, and culinary extraordinaire – with a lot of stories to tell! We talk about Nate’s traumatic, life-threatening car accident, a Peruvian jungle jaguar attack, his run-in with...

  20. Episode 8: Lea Durante - CBD & Plant-Based Medicine

    *Episode 8 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast was originally released on June 13, 2021. In Episode 8 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast, we talk with Lea Durante, a family nurse practitioner who has transitioned into the business of plant-based medicine, selling CBD-related products through...

  21. Episode 7: Rob Landis - Transitioning From Female to Male

    *Episode 7 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast was originally released on April 25, 2021. In Episode 7 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast, we speak with Rob Landis. Rob is a transgender male who educates people on the topic. He was gracious enough to provide information related to his…

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  22. Episode 6: 2020 Rewind

    *Episode 6 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast was originally released on February 6, 2021. The Stranger Conversations Podcast began in 2020. The idea for the show was kicking around my head about a year before I got it going. I didn’t get started until a friend of mine released the first…

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  23. Episode 5: Lindsey Richter - Ladies AllRide

    *Episode 5 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast was originally released on December 18, 2020. In Episode 5 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast we speak with Lindsey Richter. Lindsey, a former Survivor contestant (Season 3: Africa), said being on the show was the best and worst experience of…

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  24. Episode 4: Rob Mariano (Boston Rob)

    *Episode 4 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast was originally released on December 4, 2020. In Episode 4 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast, we talk with Rob Mariano, or, as millions of people know him as: Boston Rob. About twenty years ago, Rob began his television career when he appeared…

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  25. Episode 3: Amanda Wheeler - Street Dog Hero

    *Episode 3 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast was originally released on November 20, 2020. Welcome to Episode 3 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast. In this episode we talk with Amanda Wheeler. Amanda contacted the show to talk about and promote her life’s passion for saving dogs around the...

  26. Episode 2: Katelyn Toole - Helping Animals

    *Episode 2 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast was originally released on October 31, 2020. Hello and welcome to Episode 2 of the Stranger Conversations Podcast. This is the first official episode of the show and today we have our first official guest. Her name is Katelyn Toole, a veterinary...

  27. Episode Zero

    *This is the first episode of the Stranger Conversations Podcast, originally released on October 18, 2020. Hello and welcome to episode zero (1) of the Stranger Conversations Podcast, where, as the intro says, we explore the lives and lessons of those around us, hidden in plain sight. So, what…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Exploring the lives and lessons of those around us, hidden in plain sight.

HOSTED BY

Tay Jones

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Exploring the lives and lessons of those around us, hidden in plain sight.

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