Season 2
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…
Special Guest: Christine Twyman - We're all traumatized children
In today's episodes of The Tragedy Academy, Jay welcomes actress and director Christine Twyman. Chrissy breaks down the concept o…
Special Guest: Karen Laven - The Other 23 Days
In today’s episodes of The Tragedy Academy, Jay welcomes Karen Laven. Karen is the author of The Other 23 Days: Scores of Alterna…
Special Guest: Jordan Delagrange - Martial Arts & Wellness
In today’s episode of The Tragedy Academy, Jay is joined by Jordan Delagrange, a martial artist, stunt-man, and healer. Jordan en…
Special Guest: Glauco Araujo - Nurture your love
In today’s episodes of The Tragedy Academy, Jay is joined by Brazilian actor and dancer Glauco Araujo. Glauco walks us through hi…
Special Guest - Demi Ramos - From 0 to 100 with the right attitude
In today’s episode, Jay interviews Demi Ramos; model, artist, and host of the podcast “It’s Real” with Jordan & Demi. Demi shares…
Special Guest - Sharon Green - "Everything is written within our star…
In today’s episode, Jay talks to Sharon Green, a Reiki Master. She talks about her awakening and passion.
Special Guest Niloo: Simplify it to love
In today’s episode, Jay speaks with Niloo, a full-time Actor, Vocalist, and Stand-Up Comic in Los Angeles. Her Persian roots make…
Special Guest: 'The Entertainment Guru' Mike Barker
In today's episode, Jay is joined by 'The Entertainment Guru' Mike Barker, who has worked with top-notch celebrities. He is an en…
Special Guest: Sarah Donna - Everyone needs an awkward phase
This week's academic is five-time Miss Michigan, professional ring girl, and circus trapeze artist Sarah Donna. With such incred…
Special Guest: Jaz Brown - Facing Adversity One Problem at A Time
In today’s episode, Jay is joined by Jazmine Brown of “Just Jazz”. She has a podcast and YouTube channel. She utilizes her authen…
Special Guest Autumn Karen: Epilepsy Awareness - Hermione's Story
Jay talks with Autumn Karen on a challenging subject – A rare chromosome disorder C22C her daughter Hermione had. Sadly, they los…
Special Guest: Tapanga Lee - Heavy Metal Stereotypes
Jay opens the show with an impactful line, pointing out that the podcast was launched to bridge social divides and a judgment-fre…
The Tragedy Academy
disORIENTATION The Tragedy Academy is a show created to bridge societal divides in a judgment-free zone using candor and humor. …