Episodes
Nov. 21, 2022
Sarah Donna - Like a cold Mcdonald’s Sprite
SummaryThis episode is about kicking back and discussing random things as friends do. Our OG guest this week is episode 4 alumni Sarah Donna, five-time Miss Michigan, circus trapeze artist, actress, influencer, model, and gr…
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Nov. 14, 2022
Deborah Driggs - A Healing Path
Everyone, at some point in life, will be brought down to their knees because of pain and suffering, no matter how much they endure it. But it’s not the end; that moment can be the time for your life to change. Tune in as Deb…
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Nov. 7, 2022
Dr Margit Muller - NLP & Falconry
Obtaining a healthy mentality is challenging as people must fight their fears and trauma, dive deep into their minds to be aware of it and slowly begin to process it. Tune in as Dr. Margit Muller discusses how one can releas…
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Oct. 31, 2022
Juni Bucher ”Tata Cancer”
The journey after cancer, or any disease, is one to be reckoned with, and it is not simple and takes time, patience, and strong support from your loved ones. Tune in as Juni Bucher discusses how she managed life during her c…
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Oct. 17, 2022
Ultimate Fighter Kelvin Gastelum
The Techniques, Experiences, and Stories of Kelvin Gastelum as a Professional in Mixed Martial Arts in the UFC.Are you a fighter? Are you interested in martial arts? In today's episode, Gary and Jay welcome a well-known pro…
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Oct. 10, 2022
Mike Talerico - Skydiving
SummaryIn this episode, Jay welcomes Mike Talerico to shed light on what it’s like to be a professional skydiver. Mike is a competitive skydiver who’s done over 2,900 jumps throughout his career. Pretty wild, right?Skydiving…
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Oct. 3, 2022
Dan Lambert - American Top Team & AEW
Summary:In this episode of the Tragedy Academy, Jay welcomes Dan Lambert, owner of American Top Team, the legendary MMA gym. Dan grew American Top Team from an amateur MMA gym, doing it only for the love of the game, to one …
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Sept. 26, 2022
Heather Jess - Momma Squad
Are you a parent? This episode is for you! Tune in as Jay welcomes Heather Jess to talk about post-partum depression, the challenges of being a parent, and the power of community support in raising children. Heather Jess is …
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Sept. 19, 2022
Kerri McKinney ”Perfectly Imperfect”
In this episode, Jay and Gary welcome Kerri McKinney to talk about the highs and lows of being an alcoholic and getting sober. Kerri is an empowerment coach, energy healer, and speaker who is also a recovering alcoholic who …
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Sept. 12, 2022
”The Art of Survival: Iden Crockett on PTSD, Trans Rights, and Living Authentically”
Summary*TW: This episode contains discussions of suicide; please listen with caution.*This week on the podcast, Jay welcomes Iden Crockett. Iden is a true Renaissance woman: artist, writer, photographer, musician, and so muc…
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Sept. 5, 2022
Olivia Blair - Body Dysmorphia
SummaryThis week Jay welcomes actress Olivia Blair to the podcast. Today, Olivia pursues her passions of acting and film, however she hasn't always been able to live as her authentic self. Olivia first began to struggle with…
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Aug. 29, 2022
Sip The Motivational Kid, Deandre Smith
Summary*TW* - This episode discusses experiences with death and violence that may be upsetting for some listeners. Please listen with caution.This week The Tragedy Academy is honored to have Deandre "Sip the Kid" Smith on th…
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Aug. 22, 2022
TRUJETTY, Jetty Nieuwenhuis - The Rebel Influencer
SummaryThis week's episode of The Tragedy Academy features speaker, model, and wellness advocate, Jetty Nieuwenhuis. Despite having the following of an influencer, Jetty rejects the perfect curated image of the influencer an…
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Aug. 15, 2022
The Tragedy Academy Library
SummaryThe Tragedy Academy is excited to present a new regular feature for the show: TA Library. In this episode, TA librarian Jennifer steps out from behind the curtain to talk about what academics can expect from these aft…
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Aug. 8, 2022
Artem Lobov - The Russian Hammer
SummaryGary brings another inspiring guest to the show: Artem Lobov. A former MMA fighter and boxer, Artem is taking the opportunity of an early retirement to not only protect his health, but explore who he is outside of the…
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Aug. 1, 2022
Detention
SummaryWelcome to the Tragedy Academy's very first detention episode! With the teachers away, Jay and Gary get up to more shenanigans and our favorite delinquents have brought some seriously heavy-hitting topics. From Teddy …
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July 25, 2022
Sam Suarez a.k.a. High Noon
SummaryOn the show this week is tattoo artist and actor, Sam Suarez, a.k.a High Noon. A star of Tattoo Nightmares Miami, Sam offers a unique insider perspective into the art of tattooing, as well as how he has translated tha…
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July 18, 2022
UFC Fighter Vince Murdock | Fighting through a traumatic brain disorder
SummaryThis week we're joined by professional fighter and Moyamoya survivor Vince Murdock. Vince has gone through a lot of setbacks in life:A Moyamoya diagnosis led to brain surgery.Injuries dogged his career.A car accident …
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July 11, 2022
Bobby Maximus
SummaryThis episode we welcome professional fighter, Bobby Maximus, to the show. A long-time friend of Gary's, the two first met on the set of The Ultimate Fighter years ago and discuss their shared experience on the show. B…
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July 4, 2022
An Immigrant’s Journey: From Basketball Star in Colombia to Street Baller in NYC
SummaryThis week Jay and Gary are joined by an extra special guest: Jay’s father-in-law, Gabriel Torres…and he’s got quite the story to tell. Gabe grew up in Colombia where as a student he was a basketball star. After gradua…
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June 27, 2022
Matthew Scheall
SummaryJay and Gary are joined in the studio by musician and rapper, Matthew Scheall. Matthew came to music a little later in the game, not starting his journey until college when he was inspired and encouraged by close frie…
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June 19, 2022
The Power of Love and Wrestling: A Conversation with Ellie Neidhart
SummaryTo kick off the third season of The Tragedy Academy, Jay and Gary are joined by Ellie Neidhart, the wife of late WWE legend, Jim The Anvil Neidhart. Jay and Gary are able to geek out over their shared childhood experi…
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June 19, 2022
The Tragedy Academy 2.0
SummaryWelcome to The Tragedy Academy... 2.0! In this episode get the scoop on what we have in store for our relaunch. Jay sits down with our new co-host, Gary, to talk about this new era of TA - from new team members to new…
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Feb. 7, 2022
Lessons Learned
This week on The Tragedy Academy, Jay welcomes back musician and executive producer, Gary DeFranco, for a very special episode: The Tragedy Academy’s season finale! This is TA’s last episode before taking a short hiatus to c…
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