The Hangout with David Sciarretta

Send us a textIn this episode, Brad Wetzler shares the fascinating journey of his life, one that has taken him all over the world. Brad is an author and writing coach whose work is deeply informed by his unique and broad life experiences. Listen to hear more about Brad's story --- the struggles, successes, and profound lessons that have guided him to where he is today. For more information on Brad’s writing projects and coaching services, visit bradwetzler.com. Purchase Brad’s most recent book Into the Soul of the World: https://a.co/d/2KIi0HASupport the showWe are so excited for the global reach of this podcast; we currently have listeners in more than 650 cities in over 50 countries! We would be thrilled to hear from our listeners, wherever you are in the world. Send us a message on our dedicated Telegram channel: https://t.me/+23EKRv8eAWVlZDFh We are always looking for new guests to interview, so please pitch us your suggestions. If we end up interviewing them we will recognize you on the show and send you some show swag. If you enjoyed this episode please give us a five-star rating and consider donating. Your generosity helps our shoe-string budget and allows us to continue producing high-quality content. Click here to donate.

Send us a textWhat does it take to transform a school into a thriving community where students from 40+ countries speaking 30+ languages succeed together? For Eric Hale, Kentucky's 2024 Principal of the Year, the answer begins with his own remarkable journey.Support the showWe are so excited for the global reach of this podcast; we currently have listeners in more than 650 cities in over 50 countries! We would be thrilled to hear from our listeners, wherever you are in the world. Send us a message on our dedicated Telegram channel: https://t.me/+23EKRv8eAWVlZDFh We are always looking for new guests to interview, so please pitch us your suggestions. If we end up interviewing them we will recognize you on the show and send you some show swag. If you enjoyed this episode please give us a five-star rating and consider donating. Your generosity helps our shoe-string budget and allows us to continue producing high-quality content. Click here to donate.

Send us a textGrowing up in Nigeria, climate activist and global leader Jennifer Uchendu witnessed systemic inequalities that sparked her passion for advocacy. Today, she's pioneering work at the intersection of climate action and psychological wellbeing—a connection rarely discussed in mainstream environmental conversations. While Western climate narratives often center on distant polar bears or melting ice caps, Jennifer illuminates how climate anxiety manifests uniquely in African contexts, where communities simultaneously navigate economic survival, political instability, and environmental degradation.Follow Jennifer: https://www.instagram.com/dzennypha_?igsh=MXBodzM3dTV3MDkybQ==Learn about Susty Vibes: https://www.google.com/url?q=https://sustyvibes.org/&sa=U&sqi=2&ved=2ahUKEwj1-IXV3JePAxUvPDQIHW3yLuoQFnoECB8QAQ&usg=AOvVaw1nwPcUgAjZbuFbG0ncnrW5Support the showWe are so excited for the global reach of this podcast; we currently have listeners in more than 650 cities in over 50 countries! We would be thrilled to hear from our listeners, wherever you are in the world. Send us a message on our dedicated Telegram channel: https://t.me/+23EKRv8eAWVlZDFh We are always looking for new guests to interview, so please pitch us your suggestions. If we end up interviewing them we will recognize you on the show and send you some show swag. If you enjoyed this episode please give us a five-star rating and consider donating. Your generosity helps our shoe-string budget and allows us to continue producing high-quality content. Click here to donate.

Send us a textDr. Michael Nagler, an award-winning school superintendent from New York, shares his vision for reimagining education in the digital age where content knowledge alone is no longer sufficient. Through his 17 years of leadership in the Mineola School District, Dr. Nagler has pioneered approaches that prioritize skills development and student agency.  His stance on cell phones in schools (spoiler alert: he’s not in favor of the rush to ban them) is just one of many intriguing ideas we discuss in this episode.Support the showWe are so excited for the global reach of this podcast; we currently have listeners in more than 650 cities in over 50 countries! We would be thrilled to hear from our listeners, wherever you are in the world. Send us a message on our dedicated Telegram channel: https://t.me/+23EKRv8eAWVlZDFh We are always looking for new guests to interview, so please pitch us your suggestions. If we end up interviewing them we will recognize you on the show and send you some show swag. If you enjoyed this episode please give us a five-star rating and consider donating. Your generosity helps our shoe-string budget and allows us to continue producing high-quality content. Click here to donate.

Send us a textIn this inspiring episode, Dr. Sciarretta has a conversation with Royal Ramey, CEO and co-founder of The Forestry and Fire Recruitment Program (FFRP). Mr. Ramey shares the story of his journey from prison to firefighting by way of "fire camp." Upon his release, Mr. Ramey joined the Mojave Greens in their firefighting mission, and has since worked to train, inspire, and uplift formerly incarcerated people who are interested in the firefighting profession. For those interested in supporting FFRP's mission, visit this link to make a tax-deductible donation of any amount. To keep up with Mr. Ramey's journey, follow him on Instagram @royal.ramey. FFRP can be found on Instagram @ffrp_ca. Support the showWe are so excited for the global reach of this podcast; we currently have listeners in more than 650 cities in over 50 countries! We would be thrilled to hear from our listeners, wherever you are in the world. Send us a message on our dedicated Telegram channel: https://t.me/+23EKRv8eAWVlZDFh We are always looking for new guests to interview, so please pitch us your suggestions. If we end up interviewing them we will recognize you on the show and send you some show swag. If you enjoyed this episode please give us a five-star rating and consider donating. Your generosity helps our shoe-string budget and allows us to continue producing high-quality content. Click here to donate.

Send us a textIn this episode, Dr. Sciarretta speaks with Dr. Muhammad Mohiuddin, a surgeon who specializes in cardiac xenotransplantation (replacing failing human hearts with pig hearts). Listen to hear more about Dr. Mohiuddin's journey, the ethical and structural issues his work presents, and the moments in which his decades of revolutionary work have come to fruition. Support the showWe are so excited for the global reach of this podcast; we currently have listeners in more than 650 cities in over 50 countries! We would be thrilled to hear from our listeners, wherever you are in the world. Send us a message on our dedicated Telegram channel: https://t.me/+23EKRv8eAWVlZDFh We are always looking for new guests to interview, so please pitch us your suggestions. If we end up interviewing them we will recognize you on the show and send you some show swag. If you enjoyed this episode please give us a five-star rating and consider donating. Your generosity helps our shoe-string budget and allows us to continue producing high-quality content. Click here to donate.

Send us a textI sat down with William H. Lamar IV, pastor of Metropolitan African Methodist Episcopal Church in Washington DC, for a profound conversation about history, faith, justice, and American democracy.Learn more about Metropolitan African Methodist Episcopal Church: https://www.metropolitaname.org/Watch this video to learn more about the landmark legal victory we discussed in this episode.Please give us a five-star rating wherever you listen to podcasts and tell your friends and family about the show. If you'd like to support the Hangout Podcast with a donation, there's a link in the show notes. Thank you for your generosity.Support the showWe are so excited for the global reach of this podcast; we currently have listeners in more than 650 cities in over 50 countries! We would be thrilled to hear from our listeners, wherever you are in the world. Send us a message on our dedicated Telegram channel: https://t.me/+23EKRv8eAWVlZDFh We are always looking for new guests to interview, so please pitch us your suggestions. If we end up interviewing them we will recognize you on the show and send you some show swag. If you enjoyed this episode please give us a five-star rating and consider donating. Your generosity helps our shoe-string budget and allows us to continue producing high-quality content. Click here to donate.

Send us a textAnita Fisher shares her powerful journey from successful banking executive to mental health advocate after her son's diagnosis with schizophrenia while he was serving in the military. Anita's 25-year crusade navigating America's complex mental health system reveals critical gaps in treatment, particularly for those with anosognosia (lack of illness awareness).Warning: this episode contains adult themes that may not be appropriate for all listeners.To learn more about Anita Fisher's work, visit fishermhconsulting.comSupport the showWe are so excited for the global reach of this podcast; we currently have listeners in more than 650 cities in over 50 countries! We would be thrilled to hear from our listeners, wherever you are in the world. Send us a message on our dedicated Telegram channel: https://t.me/+23EKRv8eAWVlZDFh We are always looking for new guests to interview, so please pitch us your suggestions. If we end up interviewing them we will recognize you on the show and send you some show swag. If you enjoyed this episode please give us a five-star rating and consider donating. Your generosity helps our shoe-string budget and allows us to continue producing high-quality content. Click here to donate.

Send us a textRocky Herron, a retired DEA special agent with 31 years of experience, shares his journey delivering an impactful drug prevention program that has reached over 270,000 students across 16 countries. His mission emerged from discovering his own children weren't receiving drug prevention education in school.• Free educational videos and resources are available at RockyHerron.com for schools and families looking to start these important conversationsWarning: this episode includes adult topics and mentions suicide. Listener discretion is advised. Support the showWe are so excited for the global reach of this podcast; we currently have listeners in more than 650 cities in over 50 countries! We would be thrilled to hear from our listeners, wherever you are in the world. Send us a message on our dedicated Telegram channel: https://t.me/+23EKRv8eAWVlZDFh We are always looking for new guests to interview, so please pitch us your suggestions. If we end up interviewing them we will recognize you on the show and send you some show swag. If you enjoyed this episode please give us a five-star rating and consider donating. Your generosity helps our shoe-string budget and allows us to continue producing high-quality content. Click here to donate.

Send us a textImperial Beach Mayor Paloma Aguirre shares her inspirational bi-national journey from surfing college student to passionate environmentalist to elected official.  Paloma is currently running for San Diego County Board of Supervisors District 1 (special election will take place July 1, 2025).On X: @paloma4D1Visit paloma-aguirre.comSupport the showWe are so excited for the global reach of this podcast; we currently have listeners in more than 650 cities in over 50 countries! We would be thrilled to hear from our listeners, wherever you are in the world. Send us a message on our dedicated Telegram channel: https://t.me/+23EKRv8eAWVlZDFh We are always looking for new guests to interview, so please pitch us your suggestions. If we end up interviewing them we will recognize you on the show and send you some show swag. If you enjoyed this episode please give us a five-star rating and consider donating. Your generosity helps our shoe-string budget and allows us to continue producing high-quality content. Click here to donate.