Join me on my journey to connect listeners with the passionate people of DC, Maryland, and Virginia. I will be talking to local business owners, entrepreneurs, up and coming students, and just overall great people that I've met over the years! Use this podcast as a way to grow your network and break into a field that you may be hesitant about entering.
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Founded in 2017, The Losers’ Club® is an award-winning weekly series that chronologically digs through the work of Stephen King with humor, irreverence, and a critical eye. Each episode, the Losers gather together to read between the iconic pages and share the latest in King’s Dominion, whether it’s the author’s oft-controversial tweets, the boldest Hollywood headlines, or his endless forthcoming projects. The series also regularly features special guests. In the past, the Losers have spoken ...
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The transition between administrations in Washington, D.C., and the global effort to overcome the COVID-19 pandemic provide the opportunity to reassess U.S.-China relations and whether our two nations might reclaim common ground for building a more productive partnership. This podcast—a public extension of Drake University Professor David Skidmore’s Spring 2021 course on U.S.-China relations—will gather insights from diplomats, scholars, journalists, businesspeople, and others involved in th ...
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Paranormal investigator and author Tessa Mauro shares her supernatural and paranormal encounters, experiences, investigations, EVPs and much more. Many special guest appearances, including First Responders, Authors, Mediums, TV personalities etc. (Cover Photos for each episode was either taken by Tessa herself, provided by guests featured for that particular episode or Tessa found the image on Wikimedia Commons = further specific info can be found in the notes of each episode.) Music is prov ...
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Welcome to A Common Thread, where the heart of human experience is unraveled one story at a time. Join host Amy Seeman every week as she dives deep into candid conversations with guests who bravely share their journeys of pain, growth, and everything in between. From laugh-out-loud moments to tear-jerking revelations, A Common Thread explores the diverse tapestry of our lives, revealing the shared experiences that connect us all. No topic is off-limits, making each episode a raw and authenti ...
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Impact My City Podcast believes in creating success within our stories. Start your journey today and enhance the development of your mind and shape the person you desire to become! Hear life changing stories from people of all ages and backgrounds! Experience and learn tactical skills from real life entrepreneurs! "Every action we take impacts the life of others around us. the question is: are you aware of your impact?" - Arthur Carmazzi Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/p ...
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The SEO Chronicles is a thrilling 100 episode TV series that follows the adventures of renowned SEO experts Steve Toth, William Jones, Terry Samuels, Luke Fanders, Marc Zwygart, Matt Diggity, Neil Patel, Holly Starks, Craig Campbell, Chris Palmer, Randy Rohde, Glen Allsopp, Rand Fishkin, Brian Dean, Danny Sullivan, Barry Schwartz, Dixon Jones, Dave Naylor, Michael Martinez, Matthew Woodward, Charles Floate, Terry Kyle, Gregory Morrison, Matt Versteeg, Triston Goodwin, Devon Wayne, Chase Rein ...
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Decluttering with Holli K Co: Living Room Refresh - Part 2
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Join us again on A Common Thread as we welcome back Holli K Co, the organizing guru who helps us transform cluttered spaces into serene sanctuaries. In this follow-up episode, Holli returns to tackle Amy's living room cabinets, overflowing with the remnants of her children's younger years. Listen in as Amy and Holli sort through crafts, toys, and m…
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The Bazaar of Bad Dreams Pt. 1
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There are 20 stories in Stephen King's The Bazaar of Bad Dreams. In the first of two episodes dedicated to the 2015 collection, Losers Dan Caffrey, Jenn Adams, Michael Roffman, and Dan Pfleegor rank all 20 tales, starting at the bottom. These aren't necessarily their least favorite. They're just ranked as such. Stay tuned next week for the concludi…
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S6 Ep284: Words by My Grandfather. True Tales From WWII.
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The words you hear in this episode were written by Tessa's dear late Grandfather Gerald, where he talks about his time in the Second World War. You will hear about girls, training, SNAFU's, fun times - like seeing Glen Miller perform (before he disappeared forever of course) and much more! CREDITS & LINKS COVER PHOTO: This special image you see was…
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Hearts In Suspension (2016)
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Constant Listeners, yes, we originally planned to drop our Bazaar of Bad Dreams coverage this week. However, given Sai King’s renewed interest in Hearts in Suspension, we opted to unlock our coverage of the collection from The Stephen King Archives. For those not in the know, The Stephen King Archives is our Patreon exclusive imprint in which your …
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The Weight of It All: A Candid Update on My Mental Health
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In this raw and vulnerable solo episode, Amy Seeman opens up about the struggles she's been facing with her mental health. It's not an easy conversation to have, but it's one that so many of us need to hear. Amy shares her personal experience with feeling unmotivated and the heavy shame that often accompanies these feelings. She talks openly about …
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S6 Ep283: Rocker Deaths. Part 5 The Final Line-up Paul Gray, Chris Cornell, Chester Bennington, Chase & Kyle Woodring
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In the final ROCKER DEATH series, Tessa talks about Slipknot's Paul Gray, Sound Garden & Audioslave's Chris Cornell, Linkin Park & Grey Daze Chester Bennington, The band Chase, and Survivor's Kyle Woodring. Suicide was discussed A LOT in this episode. if you or someone you know is depressed and are suicidal, please call 1-800-273-8255. CREDITS & LI…
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CrichtonCast: The Andromeda Strain (1969)
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Today we're unlocking our very first episode of CrichtonCast, our Michael Crichton spinoff podcast exclusive to The Barrens. In this installment, host Randall Colburn is joined by Losers Dan Caffrey and Justin Gerber to discuss The Andromeda Strain, the crunchy, science-forward supernatural virus story that propelled Crichton, then a Harvard Medica…
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Threading Trends with Amy and Madeline - The 1st Of Many
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Welcome to the first episode of our new monthly series, Trend Talks with Amy and Madeline! In this exciting debut, your host Amy Seeman is joined by the fabulous Madeline Nachbar, the Trend and Style Editor for MSP Magazine. Together, they dive into an engaging conversation about Madeline's career journey, personal style evolution, sources of inspi…
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S6 Ep282: Rocker Deaths. Part 4: Chi Cheng, Wayne Static & Scott Weiland
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Tessa has a new line up this week in rocker death part 4. A terrible car crash and overdoses and a ton of heart break! Theresa joins in and shares experiences with all the phenomenal folks in the line up. CREDIT & LINKS INTRO MUSIC: Stick the Landing "Headliner" GUEST SHOUT OUT: Theresa COVER PHOTO: The images you see are not my own: TOP LEFT was t…
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Mr. Mercedes: Season 2 TV Review
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In this deep dive into the second season of Audience Network's Mr. Mercedes, Randall Colburn, Justin Gerber, and Dan Pfleegor gather to discuss why the series jumped ahead to End of Watch over Finders Keepers. They also wrestle with its efforts to find drama in holding patterns and touch on the season’s shocking ending, a wild deviation from the so…
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Unveiling Vibrational Healing: A Journey with Melissa Beetoe, Founder of Becoming
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In this enlightening episode of A Common Thread Podcast, host Amy Seeman sits down with Melissa Beetoe, the visionary founder of Becoming. Melissa has seamlessly blended her skills as a holistic energetic healer with her extensive background as a skin therapist to offer the most high vibrational facial experiences in Minnesota. Join us as Melissa s…
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S6 Ep281: Rocker Deaths. Part 3: Ricky Nelson + the Stone Canyon Band, The Exploding Hearts, The Miami Showband Murders, Barry Cowsill and the Tsunami that wiped out Seventeen
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In Rocker Deaths part 3, Tessa discusses the events that took place that wiped these people off the earth, from a plane crash to a massacre, suicides, a tsunami and much more. CREDITS & LINKS INTRO MUSIC: Bobby Mackey "Johanna" COVER PHOTO/S: The images you see are not my own, I found them on Wikimedia Commons: TOP: (Seventeen) Scenes from a beach …
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Breaking Glass Ceilings and Elevating Personal Style with Libby Kruse
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In this inspiring episode of A Common Thread Podcast, we're joined by Libby Kruse, the Vice President of Partnership Sales at the Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx. As the first female in an executive revenue-generating role at the company, Libby shares her journey of breaking glass ceilings and the challenges she's faced along the way. Libby came to…
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S6 Ep280: Rocker Deaths. Part 2: Keith Relf, Terry Kath, Wendy Orlean Williams, Orion & the Lynyrd Skynyrd Plane Crash
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In Part 2 of Rocker Deaths, Tessa dives six feet deep into rock deaths, a whole new line up awaits.. Featuring Yardbird's Keith Relf, Chicago's Terry Kath, Plasmatics Wendy Orlean Williams, James Hodges Ellis AKA Orion, and Lynyrd Skynyrd's Ronnie Van Zant, Cassie and Steve Gaines, and Dean Kilpatrick. Murder, suicides, an eerie plane crash and mor…
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Hollywood King: On Always Holly, The Monkey, The Institute
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Losers Michael Roffman, Dan Caffrey, Justin Gerber, and Dan Pfleegor head to Hollywood King again to discuss the latest developments in King's Dominion, specifically on The Long Walk, The Monkey, The Institute, and forthcoming projects by King such as Always Holly. They also sort through some tweets, which ranges from greatest film scores to King's…
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Our Favorite Stephen King Crushes (Patreon Clip)
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Here's a clip from our latest Patreon-exclusive episode that sees your Losers gushing about their favorite, all-time Stephen King crushes. Want to hear the full track? Become a member of The Barrens (Patreon) by visiting www.patreon.com/thebarrens. You'll unlock hundreds hours of exclusive content that includes even more episodes of The Stephen Kin…
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Inside the World of Melke with NY-Based Designer Emma Gage
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In this episode of A Common Thread Podcast, we sit down with the talented Emma Gage, the creative force behind the New York-based fashion brand Melke. Join us as we delve into Emma's journey in the fashion industry, exploring the origins of her passion and the pivotal moments that led her to establish her own brand. What You'll Hear in This Episode…
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S6 Ep279: Rocker Deaths. Part 1: Dimebag Darrell & Randy Rhoads
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Tessa dives deep into rocker deaths. In this first episode of a mini rocker death series, she discusses Pantera/Damageplan's Dimebag Darrell and Quiet Riot/Ozzy Osbourne's Randy Rhoads... Also mentioned is Vinnie Paul, Eddie Van Halen, John Lennon. CREDITS & LINKS COVER PHOTO The images you see are not my own, I found them on Wikimedia Commons: Lef…
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After taking a quick (and bleak) detour with the macabre Revival, Stephen King returned to the characters he introduced in 2014’s Mr. Mercedes with 2015’s Finders Keepers. The second in a trilogy of novels about aging detective Bill Hodges, Finders Keepers follows a young boy whose discovery of a trunk filled with cash (and moleskin notebooks) puts…
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Breaking the Chaos: Home Organization Tips with Holli Humber
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In this enlightening episode of A Common Thread Podcast, host Amy sits down with Holli Humber, ex-NFL player's wife and founder of Holli K Co, a home organizing company. Together, they explore the world of home organization, delving into the struggles faced by those who aren't naturally inclined to keep their spaces tidy. Amy opens up about her per…
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S6 Ep278: The Legendary Rookwood Cemetery
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In Sydney, Australia is the world's largest remaining operating cemetery from the Victorian Era. CREDIT & LINKS OPENING SONG: Courtesy of Bobby Mackey CLOSING SONG: Courtesy of Khent Anantakai COVER PHOTO: Not my image, found on Wikimedia Commons: No.1 Mortuary Railway Station, Rookwood Cemetery - remains of structure with roof removed Dated: c. 01…
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Dark Tower Detour: The Battle of Jericho with Kingslingers
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Today, we’re unlocking our debut episode of the Dark Tower Detour, our Patreon-exclusive series that studies the minutiae of Roland Deschain’s epic quest. Hosted by Dan Pfleegor and Dan Caffrey, this exclusive series covers a range of topics that interest those who remember the face of their father. No character is too small. No detail too obscure.…
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Knowing Your Worth and Taking the Leap with Ruth Thomas
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In this episode of "A Common Thread Podcast," host Amy Seeman reconnects with Ruth Thomas, a friend and former colleague from her early days working at Macy's. Amy and Ruth reminisce about their shared experiences in a tiny office at Macy's, the place where their friendship first blossomed. Years later, their paths crossed again during a challengin…
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S6 Ep277: Black Diamond Cemetery, Where the Miners Roam
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Black Diamond, Washington, a mining town dealt with heartbreak several times as at least three fatal explosions claimed the lives of the precious miners... the next explosion more deadly than the last. CREDITS & LINKS OPENING SONG: Courtesy of the lovely Bobby Mackey CLOSING SONG: Courtesy of Khent Anantakai COVER PHOTO: The cover photo you see, fo…
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A Mother's Journey Through Grief with Kyle Mack
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In this deeply heartfelt episode, we sit down with Kyle Mack, a mother who experienced the profound loss of her daughter at birth due to trisomy 18. This conversation is an intimate and raw exchange between two mothers, delving into the often unspoken journey of grief. Kyle shares her personal story with courage and vulnerability, offering insights…
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S6 Ep276: International Cemeteries. Haunts, Legends & History.
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This week we grab the passports and head over to Argentina (La Chacarita Cemetery), Vietnam (Binh Húng Hóa Cemetery), England (London's Ancient Outcast Graveyard) and Mexico (Belen Cemetery) Ghosts, Haunts, Legends, and History. CREDITS & LINKS OPENING SONG: Courtesy of the lovely Bobby Mackey COVER PHOTO: Not my own, found on Wikimedia Commons Top…
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In 2014, Stephen King took a turn toward the macabre with Revival. A sprawling opus about the intersection between faith and science, the novel has since become a favorite amongst Constant Readers, who all consider it to be one of his modern masterpieces with an ending that haunts you forever. Today, the Losers step up and prepare to be healed by M…
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The Spirit of Giving and the Journey of Motherhood – A Conversation with Kelly Gulbrandson
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In this heartfelt episode of A Common Thread, host Amy Seeman welcomes Kelly Gulbrandson, Director of Community Relations at Apple Autos, for a profound discussion on the true spirit of the holiday season and the challenges of motherhood. Over the past four years, Amy and Kelly have collaborated on the 12 Moms of Christmas, a charitable initiative …
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S6 Ep275: Destination Haunted Arkansas. Mount Holly Cemetery. Conway Cemetery State Park & The Gurdon Spook Light
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This week we venture over to Arkansas and check out three different haunted locations, 2 packed with history and haunts and the other is just altogether a mystery packed with legends. OPENING SONG: Courtesy of the lovely Bobby Mackey CLOSING SONG: Courtesy of Khent Anantakai COVER PHOTO: Wikimedia Commons Mount Holly Cemetery in Little Rock, Arkans…
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The Tommyknockers Rules and Other Stephen King Hot Takes
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The Losers once again find themselves in Hell where they're surrounded by the most scorching Stephen King hot takes they've read to date. Yes, we're back with another installment of Firestarters. For context, this feature sees the Club sift through hot takes submitted by their patrons -- Constant Readers just like you! Each one is classified as mil…
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Checking In with the Spirit World – A Conversation with Medium Natalie Taylor
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In our very first episode of A Common Thread, host Amy Seeman sits down with renowned medium Natalie Taylor for an extraordinary and eye-opening conversation. As Amy embarks on her podcasting journey, she seeks guidance and reassurance from the spirit world to ensure she’s on the right path. Natalie, with her profound abilities, connects with Amy’s…
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S6 Ep274: Phantom Smells at Laramie Prison & Haunts at the Kendrick Mansion
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Tessa ventures over to Wyoming, visiting two haunted locations, Laramie Prison where you may just smell an old inmates life...cigars and then the Kendrick Mansion, a beautiful historic mansion that was saved from being demolished. OPENING SONG: Courtesy of the lovely Bobby Mackey COVER PHOTO: Wikimedia Commons Front and side of the Wyoming Territor…
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Mapping Stephen King's Maine with Sharon Kitchens
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As Constant Readers, we love to wander through King's Dominion, whether it's down the main street of Castle Rock or through the barrens outside of Derry. But Sharon Kitchens actually followed the footsteps of Stephen King, and she lived to tell the tale. Well, she lived to write the book! It's called Stephen King's Maine: A History & Guide, and it'…
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S6 Ep273: The Botched Execution of Charles Butler at the Whitley Jail & Hauntings at the Indiana Central State Hospital
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This week we find ourselves in two locations in Indiana. First up is the old Whitley County Jail. Home to escapes, and a botched execution that would change Indiana executions forever..The botched execution of Charles Butler. Next up is the Indiana Central State Hospital in Indianapolis, home to mistreatment, allegations of abuse, and tons of haunt…
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Stephen King's Earliest Stories with Bev Vincent
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To celebrate the release of King’s latest shortest story collection You Like It Darker, we’re unlocking our premiere episode of The Stephen King Archives, our Patreon exclusive imprint in which your Losers search the vault of Stephen King material – dusting off unpublished short stories, long-forgotten interviews, coffee-stained manuscripts, and al…
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S6 Ep272: Historic Route 66. Part 5: Texas & Illinois
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In the final episode of the Historic Route 66 series, Tessa travels throughout Texas and Illinois. CREDITS AND LINKS INTRO MUSIC: Bobby Mackey COVER PHOTO/S: The images in the cover photo were taken by Tessa (me) in April of 2024 PIXABAY: https://pixabay.com/music/modern-country-coyote-canyon-198997/ https://pixabay.com/music/funk-on-the-ride-17372…
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Hollywood King: On The Running Man, The Long Walk, The Monkey, and Neil Young
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Losers Randall, Justin, and Jenn are joined by LC OG Wolfman Mac (Halloweenies) to talk the latest developments in King's Dominion. That includes the news that Hollywood Hunk Glen Powell will star in Edgar Wright's The Running Man, Neon picking up Oz Perkins' adaptation of The Monkey, and Francis Lawrence's The Long Walk heading into production thi…
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