Guest Leif, who was supposed to ask out Kalila in junior high but never did, discusses their past interactions and the unresolved question of why he never asked her out. They delve into their memories, reflections on activism, and unravel the mystery of Leif's illness. The chapter also explores the narrator's feelings of inadequacy, reflections on past dating experiences, and search for self-validation.

Jonathan's childhood best friend Lenny is dying and needs a friend. They reflect on their childhood memories of recording radio plays and their lifelong friendship. They have a difficult conversation about pain and acceptance. They discuss their plan to visit Lenny and reflect on their life and conversations. The episode also explores Lenny's journey to forgiveness.

Get a taste of what's in store for Season 8 of this podcast with intriguing stories about a lost parrot, a motel shooting, and an artist haunted by his ex-wife.

In 1525, the Archbishop of Glasgow placed a curse on the Elliott family. Now, 500 years later, one very unlucky branch of the Elliotts wants it lifted.CreditsHeavyweight is hosted and produced by Jonathan Goldstein.This episode was produced by supervising producer Stevie Lane, and Mohini Madgavkar. The senior producer is Kalila Holt.Special thanks to Emily Condon, Alex Blumberg, Valentina Powers, Max Green, Damiano Marchetti, and Jackie Cohen.The show was mixed by Bobby Lord. Music by Christine Fellows, John K Samson, Michael Hearst, Blue Dot Sessions, Sean Jacobi, Gideon Freudmann, Hew Time, Jaybird Blonde, Roma, and Bobby Lord. Our theme song is by The Weakerthans courtesy of Epitaph Records.Dillon Elliott has been volunteering for a suicide-prevention organization, Samaritans, for years. To find out more about their important work, visit www.samaritans.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is Nick hearing his dead brother’s voice in a song by a Grammy-nominated musician?CreditsHeavyweight is hosted and produced by Jonathan Goldstein.This episode was produced by senior producer Kalila Holt, along with Mohini Madgavkar. The supervising producer is Stevie Lane."We Are the Paradox" is by The Brilliant. Written and produced by James Moss/Jake Wherry at The Herbgarden. Guitars/Bass/Keys/Programming by Jake Wherry. Vocals/Programming/Keys by James Moss.Special thanks to to to Chris’s parents, Steve and Stephanie, as well as to Emily Condon, Steve Marsh, Liz Fulton, Max Green, Ellen Frankman, Nathalie Russell, Alex Blumberg, and Jackie CohenThe show was mixed by Bobby Lord. Music by Christine Fellows, John K Samson, Blue Dot Sessions, Angular Wave Research, Lamalo, and Bobby Lord. Our theme song is by The Weakerthans courtesy of Epitaph Records. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For Jesse, Tori has always been the one that got away.CreditsThis Heavyweight short was hosted and produced by Stevie Lane, along with Mohini Madgavkar and Jonathan Goldstein. The senior producer is Kalila Holt. Production help from Damiano Marchetti.Special thanks to Special thanks to Emily Condon, Alex Blumberg, and Sanya Dosani.The show was mixed by Bobby Lord. Music by Christine Fellows, John K Samson, Ben Alleman, Aaron Paul Low, Michael Charles Smith, and Bobby Lord. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stephanie reminisces about a mysterious bookstore that brought her comfort in high school. The narrator goes on a quest to uncover the bookstore's story and forms a friendship with Megan. Details about Pam's final moments and her whirlwind romance with Chad are revealed.

Ben was just a kid when Sihan arrived from Korea. He lived with Ben’s family for several years. And then one day, just as suddenly as he’d arrived, Sihan was gone. Ben has been trying to find him ever since.CreditsHeavyweight is hosted and produced by Jonathan Goldstein.This episode was produced by Mohini Madgavkar. The Supervising Producer is Stevie Lane. The Senior Producer is Kalila Holt. Production help from Damiano Marchetti.Special thanks to Emily Condon, Brendan Klinkenberg, Lisa Wang, Alex Blumberg, Christopher Ibeling, and Jackie Cohen. The show was mixed by Bobby Lord. Music by Christine Fellows, John K Samson, Ben Alleman, Bobby Lord, Blue Dot Sessions, Graham Barton, Liefie, and Bauble. Our theme song is by The Weakerthans courtesy of Epitaph Records. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Maia found a painting in the garbage and took it home. But as it turned out, it wasn’t just any painting.CreditsThis episode was hosted and produced by senior producer Kalila Holt, along with Jonathan Goldstein.The supervising producer is Stevie Lane. Production help from Damiano Marchetti.Special thanks to Sam Reisman, Emily Condon, Alex Blumberg, Lydia Polgreen, Marcy Flynn, Karl McCool, Caitlin Kenney, and Kayla Lattimore.The show was mixed by Bobby Lord. Music by Christine Fellows, John K Samson, Blue Dot Sessions, Michael Hearst, Sun Shapes, and Bobby Lord. Our theme song is by The Weakerthans courtesy of Epitaph Records. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One day in high school, Cody received a hug that melted his heart. Sixteen years later and he still can’t stop thinking about it.CreditsHeavyweight is hosted and produced by Jonathan Goldstein.This episode was produced by senior producer Kalila Holt, and Mohini Madgavkar. The supervising producer is Stevie Lane. Production help from Damiano Marchetti.Special thanks to Special thanks to Emily Condon, Aaron Randle, and Hannah Chinn.The show was mixed by Bobby Lord. Music by Christine Fellows, John K Samson, Blue Dot Sessions, and Bobby Lord. Our theme song is by The Weakerthans courtesy of Epitaph Records. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices