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Wit or Wit-Out
by Dennis Valerino
Our Ode to Philadelphia told one story at a time. We interview Interesting Philadelphia area people with intriguing stories. We have a wide array of interest and it will show in our guests.
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Wit or Wit-Out Episode 10 Michael Tearson
Michael Tearson, a multi-talented individual, shares his journey from folk singer to DJ to actor and author. His impact on the Philadelphia music scene and his experiences in radio and acting are highlighted in this conversation. Michael Tearson shares his journey in radio, music, and wrestling, highlighting his encounters with influential personalities and his impact on the Philadelphia radio scene. He also discusses the changing landscape of radio and the art of DJing.TakeawaysMulti-faceted careerInfluence on Philadelphia music scene Radio as an art formInfluence of iconic personalities in radioChapters00:00 Acting Career and Film Roles46:21 The Art of Radio and Music01:02:41 Legacy and Impact of Radio
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Wit or Wit-Out Episode 9 - Martha Cooney
Martha Cooney is this weeks guest. From Oxford Circle to the University of Penn. Follow her story from Philly to Belfast, New York, Cross Country to Los Angeles and back home to Philly. She's written a book called " walk me through your resume." It's excellent and if you like David Sedaris you'll love Philly's own Marth Cooney. Edited and promoted by Union Ad Agency.
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Wit or Wit-Out Episode 8 Vince DiPasquale
The conversation delves into Vince Di Pasquel's personal and professional journey, covering his family background, upbringing in Camden, experience in the seminary, work as a priest, and the founding of Starting Point. It explores themes of family, spirituality, community impact, challenges, and personal transformation. The conversation with Vince D. Pisquel covers his diverse career journey, the impact of Starting Point, and his passion for baseball and the Yankees. It delves into the beginnings of Starting Point in New Jersey, his transition away from the priesthood, the growth and expansion of Starting Point, relocation to Haddon Township, the evolution of Starting Point's services, transition to virtual lectures, authorship and documentary, Yankee Fantasy Week experience, and the legacy and future of Starting Point.TakeawaysFamily and upbringingReligious and spiritual journeyCommunity impact and outreachChallenges and setbacksRecovery and transformation Diverse Career JourneyImpact of Starting PointChapters00:00 Founding Starting Point37:50 Phasing Out the Houses43:55 Starting Point's Beginnings in New Jersey49:13 Growth and Expansion of Starting Point55:47 Transition to Virtual Lectures01:02:08 Yankee Fantasy Week Experience01:08:16 Legacy and Future of Starting PointEdited and promoted by Union Ad Agency.
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Wit or Wit-Out Episode 7 Big Rube Harley
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Wit or Wit-Out Episode 6 - Allen Hornblum
Philadelphia Author Allen Hornblum talks about his Life. After working in the Philadelphia Prison system developing an adult literacy program, He was appointed to the Philadelphia Board of prisonTrustees and worked in politics for years till he decided to start writing books in his 50's. He ended up writing 8 non-fiction books on various subjects in Philadelphia. He's always fighting against the system. What an excellent subject. So interesting. Edited and promoted by Union Ad Agency.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Our Ode to Philadelphia told one story at a time. We interview Interesting Philadelphia area people with intriguing stories. We have a wide array of interest and it will show in our guests.
HOSTED BY
Dennis Valerino
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