Inspiration Nation

Listen to an interview, which took place in 2019, where my dad tells his story.

Join me for a conversation with Nicole Guida, who utilizes her educational skills and passion for helping others to influence a much larger audience than what is provided through a traditional classroom setting.

Please join me for my conversation with Marilyn Cawal. It was a pleasure hearing her stories and I am honored to be able to share them with you through this podcast.

Linda Harris talks about those things in life that she is most passionate about. She has had a wide range of experiences which she shares during Episode 8 of Life Stories. Linda talks about the time she got to see my favorite Beatle in concert. I am so jealous.

My dad and I attended a concert at St. Agnes Cathedral in Rockville Centre, featuring the St. Michael’s Boys Choir. Listening to them triggered a memory, which is the basis of this podcast episode.

Thank you to Irwin Leibowitz for sharing life stories with me at the Oceanside Library on Monday, April 15, 2019.

Upon meeting Joan Lee, she told me she took the LIRR from Oceanside to Long Beach, then walked to an appointment blocks away from the train station, then walked back to catch the train back to Oceanside. She then walked from the train station to the Oceanside Library to take part in this podcast interview. This was impressive in and of itself. What’s more impressive and completely awe inspiring is the fact that Joan is legally blind and uses a guide dog to help navigate her way through each and every day. Listen to her story. It is truly inspiring.

On Wednesday, February 27, 2019, my dad was interviewed by Edna Susman, Reference Librarian and Veterans Testimonial Project Director. This episode contains his memories of the time he proudly served our country during WWII.

Francine Purcell shares stories about growing up in Oceanside, how she was inspired by a high school teacher to pursue her love of the theater, how she met her husband, her career, and of course, her 2 sons and 2 grandchildren.

Ray Kerr shares his story that includes his love of cooking, love of music, and love of his grandchildren.

Michael Coleman talks candidly about his life experiences, beliefs, influences, and career choices.

Mike and Hope share their story of how they met, their children and grandchildren, and their commitment to community service.

Paul provides insights to the early stages of Coach Wright’s career in Oceanside. Through Paul’s stories, it’s evident that he was impacted positively by Coach Wright.

Not only does Richie do a spot-on impersonation of Coach Wright, he has provided a 1973 clip of Coach talking about not winning a sportsmanship award. Priceless.

Listen as Leon Rosenberg helps Tony Higgins recreate “the play” with an assist from my dad and me.

Hear Sal talk about how he scored the goal that brought the Long Island Championship to Oceanside 50 years ago!

Kris brought this episode to our listening audience while visiting his grandchildren in Colorado. Like other members of the championship team, he traveled the world before settling down in Pennsylvania.

Gary Statham has literally travelled the world playing the game he loves. Hear about the impact the game has had on him.

Andy and Leon and Leon and Andy share stories you won’t want to miss. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed being a part of this fun and informative conversation.

Tom Brodsky talks about his role on the championship team as one of its youngest members.