Episodes
Special Guest: Dee McB - Compassion Fatigue
This week on The Tragedy Academy, Jay invites Dee McB. Dee is a zookeeper and lover of all animals, and in this episode, we get i…
Special Guest: Aliza Sherman - Mindful Moments
In this installment of the Tragedy, Academy Jay welcomes Aliza Sherman to the show. Aliza is an author, entrepreneur, and web pio…
Special Guest: Max Lemberger - The Greek Chorus
In this episode of The Tragedy Academy, we meet runway model and actor Max Eric Lemberger. Max's journey into acting and the fash…
Special Guest: Alexandra Pacheco - Life's Ladder
In this episode of the Tragedy Academy, Jay welcomes gymnast turned firefighter Alex Pacheco. Alex shares her journey battling wi…
Special Guest: Zelda Black - Butterfly Words
Welcome back to another episode of The Tragedy Academy; this week on the show, I welcome Zelda Black to discuss her new book, But…
Special Guest: Rachel Macdonald - Supposed to Suffer
On The Tragedy Academy; this week, we welcome Rachel McDonald to discuss her experience living with Endometriosis, a rarely diagn…
Special Guest: Edison Jakupi - Questionable Behavior
On this installment of The Tragedy Academy, Jay is joined by actor, model, and podcaster Edison Jakupi. Edison is the host of Que…
Special Guest: Kirk Nurmi - Greatness Unchained
In today's episode of The Tragedy Academy, Jay welcomes actor, author, and former attorney Kirk Nurmi. Kirk has written numerous …
Special Guest: Mirko Castagna - Just Keep Trying
In this episode of the Tragedy Academy, we welcome Mirko Castagna to the show. Mirko is a recovering nicotine addict; he was a sm…
Janet Conroy-Quirk: National Plus Guide
On this installment of the Tragedy Academy, writer, actor, and speaker Janet Conroy Quirk is in the studio. Janet is an advocate …
Special Guest: Ryan Cooper - F@#% It. Why Not Me.
Today on The Tragedy Academy, I welcome Ryan Cooper, entrepreneur and author of the book Fuck It: Why Not Me. In this episode, Ry…
Special Guest: Jaymes "The Face" Anthony
In today's episode of The Tragedy Academy, Jay speaks to Jaymes "The Face" Anthony. Jaymes is the host of the YouTube show Jaymes…
Special Guest: Kent Lawlor - Second Grade
In today’s episode of The Tragedy Academy, Jay speaks with the author, schoolteacher, and single father of three children, Kent L…
Special Guest: Zain Aftersound
In today's episode of The Tragedy Academy, Jay welcomes singer, songwriter, musician, and producer Zain of Aftersound. Zain gives…
Special Guest: Hernando Del Castillo - I Am Just Gaying
In today's episodes of The Tragedy Academy, Jay invites the host of the podcast I Am Just Gaying, Hernando Del Castillo. Hernando…
Special Guest: Gary DeFranco - Diversity - Part 2
Welcome to sophomore year at The Tragedy Academy, where with an open mind and a sense of humor - we see how past tragedy lays a f…
Special Guest: Gary DeFranco - Diversity - Part 1
Welcome to sophomore year at The Tragedy Academy, where with an open mind and a sense of humor - we see how past tragedy lays a f…
Special Guest: Freda Jing - Tenacity
In today’s episodes of The Tragedy Academy, Jay welcomes Freda Jing, or as she has coined herself, a Hexagon threat. Freda courag…
Special Guest: Jennifer Menendez - The Yellow Rose
In this installment of The Tragedy Academy, Jay welcomes long-time friend Jennifer Menendez. Jennifer wears her heart on her slee…
Special Guest: Andrew Nethery - "BURY US!" A PUNK ROCK UPRISING
On this episode of The Tragedy Academy, Jay welcomes documentary filmmaker Andrew Nethery. His new documentary, Bury Us! A Punk R…
Special Guests: Andre & Niki Linear - Don't Forget Unity
On this installment of The Tragedy Academy, Jay is joined by two good friends, Andre and his makeup artist wife, Niki. Together, …
Special Guest: Lucas Hill - The Spirit Molecule
In today’s episode of The Tragedy Academy, Jay welcomes Lucas Hill, personal trainer, and seeker of insight and wisdom. Lucas tak…
Special Guest: Theoni Bekiari - "I am here."
In today's episodes of The Tragedy Academy, Jay welcomes Greek actress Theoni Bekiari. Theoni was born in Greece but now resides …
Special Guest: Amy Lerie - No plan B's and no giving up
In today’s episodes of The Tragedy Academy, Jay welcomes singer, songwriter, and soon-to-be actress Amy Lerie. Amy shares with us…