Tragedy Academy

Tragedy Academy

The Tragedy Academy Podcast is a show that explores the human experience through the lens of tragedy and triumph. Our goal is to help listeners grow and thrive by sharing stories of real people who have experienced adversity and success.

Hosted by Jay Hicks, a veteran, voice artist, music producer, and multimedia artist, The Tragedy Academy Podcast provides a unique perspective on life's challenges and how to overcome them.

Our guests come from all walks of life and share their stories of struggle and triumph. We believe that our past does not define our future and that living authentically and purposefully is the key to a fulfilling life.

Through candid and humorous discussions, we explore societal divides and bridge gaps in understanding. We believe that laughter is the best fertilizer for the tree of knowledge, and that's why we bring you stories that will make you think, laugh, and inspire you to be a better person.

The Tragedy Academy Podcast is available on all major podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. Subscribe now and join us on this journey of humor and enlightenment as we strive to grow the tree of knowledge together.

And remember, be cool and keep learning.

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Sept. 20, 2023

Pirate Broadcast: The Tragedy Academy Hijacks Florida Men on Florida Man | Archive Video

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The microphones belong to Florida Men on Florida Man. For this conversation, The Tragedy Academy is taking over.

Jay and Gary visit Josh and Wayne's studio for a crossover full of childhood memories, Florida stories, and arguments that turn into another joke before anyone can settle them. Gary's elevator ordeal sets the tone; school stories and an unusual gift keep things moving.

They also talk about working together, putting personality into a podcast, and whether AI changes what people value in art. Florida history gets its turn, too, as Josh and Wayne share the sort of stories that made their home state the subject of a show.

This crossover contains explicit language and adult humor.

What We Explore

Recording a crossover in the Florida Men on Florida Man studio
Gary's elevator story and the fears people carry
School memories, bullies, and long friendships
Communication and creative collaboration
AI, authorship, and what makes art meaningful
Florida history and its larger-than-life characters
Personal opinions, strange tangents, and four people trying to finish a story

About Florida Men on Florida Man

Josh and Wayne host Florida Men on Florida Man, a podcast exploring Florida's unusual stories and history. This episode was recorded with them in their studio.

The Tragedy Academy

Candid conversations exploring the human experience through tragedy and triumph.

Hosted by Jay Hicks and Gary DeFranco.

Be cool. Keep learning. 🌳

The Tragedy Academy is a show created to bridge societal divides in a judgment-free zone using candor and humor.

Be cool. Keep Learning.