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We all need meaningful social connections and a secure sense of belonging. But sometimes, natural or social forces separate us from loved ones and even ourselves. Children who were relinquished by their families and later adopted navigate a particularly challenging set of issues related to finding authentic individual and social identities. Michael and Jack invite other adoptees and allies to discuss issues of self, family and society from the adoptee perspective. #adoptee #adoption #adoptee ...
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Send us a text Go Rent or Buy "These Ain't No Fairytales"-The George Martorano Stories: https://bit.ly/4dTVQTJ George Martorano Before the Lights Show: https://www.beforethelightspod.com/beforethelights-episodes/961kc4xpp2qn6q1apo6xk9o37wr9fn Support the show Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beforethelightspodcast/ Follow the…
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Send us a text Dreams are a universal human experience that involves thoughts, images, sensations, & sometimes sound that occur during sleep. They can include stories, things, or even vivid experiences. Can dreams tell you something? Yes! What are YOUR dreams? Hope your dreams come true and find the moment when “You will know.” Clip from California…
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Send us a text Two outstanding guys join the show and talk in-depth about their careers that starts with how these two met at a training scenario. Dutch tells going from football practice for his junior year in high school to ending up in boot camp for the Army! Working at a jail at 19 years old taught him how to speak, which helped him undercover.…
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Send us a text Lou tells about living in a garage growing up, smoking cigarettes while watching Scooby Doo AND by age 11 seeing someone stabbed along with women beaten by pimps. He then recalls the moment he knew he wanted to be a police officer along with what pushed him to serve in US Army. If you have seen the movie, “Colors” featuring Robert Du…
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Send us a text Clips are from interviews with: Lou Pimber Simon Kirke Nick Christophers Jody Lichtor Michael Green Michael Fenenbock Brian Downes Louis Balestrieri Support the Show. Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beforethelightspodcast/ Follow the show on Face Book: https://www.facebook.com/beforethelightspodcast/ Follow th…
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Send us a text The show consists of clips from 9 former shows. Nick Parisi on Springfield, MA, Nick Christophers on the Greek Mafia, Ron Fino the relations between politics and crime families, Andy Thibault with Louis the Coin’s connections to the Patriarca Family, Louis Balestrieri with his undercover work on the Italian Bread Industry, Andrea Gio…
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Send us a text Named after Elvis?? Find out! Hear about Horsetown, USA where you may see a horse in a drive thru instead of a vehicle. The story auditioning for a Christian Rock Group but kept getting cut until the mayor of Temecula, CA saw her and introduced her to them. She thought she was loud when in fact she has a powerful velvet soulful voice…
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Send us a text The portrayal of Almanzo Wilder on Little House on the Prairie inspired a new memoir, Prairie Man: My Little House Life & Beyond. Show begins with his upbringing in Northern California as a child acting as a cowboy, cherishing the simplicity of days gone by, like heating water on the stove. His journey into acting stemmed from experi…
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Send us a text Co-Author of “You Thought It Was More” New Adventures of the World’s Greatest Counterfeiter begins by explain how he met Louis “the Coin” Colavecchio and if he wanted to be a made guy. Louis sold fake luxury brand sweaters, stole money from Catholics, and even did load frauds to purchase luxury sports cars from Italy! A master at cre…
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Send us a text An expert in the music of Frank Sinatra’s music and all its components. The son of NFL star, Chuck Fenenbock talks about writing the book, “Fireworks Everytime He Touched the Ball." How his affinity for Sinatra began, a funny story seeing him in concert, & does he have a favorite song or albums. The lasting musical legacy of Sinatra …
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Send us a text Growing up in Brooklyn the Park Slope Area and later Massapequa Park he was associating with children of connected guys. Living in a cop family, he tells his humbled opinion between the police and organized crime. Learning to be loyal and respectful from mob guys and by the age of 21 he was driving a new Lincoln and hustling. Stories…
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Send us a text Javier tells going from small bust operations in Austin, Texas to ending up on the case of Pablo Escobar in Colombia. Out of the academy he was hoping for a bigger city but ended up in Austin. After applying to go to Mexico, he was given Colombia. The eye-opening experience of dealing with Pablo Escobar who was hiding drugs in fruit …
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Send us a text His journey begins with a childhood connection to a character from "The Outsiders," leading to a stint in a junior high gang. Amidst this, music and breakdancing emerge. His writing career began with a Greek publication that led him to mainstream. His path intertwined with his father's café near Kennedy Airport, frequented by mob fig…
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Send us a text A renowned musician and drummer, known for his contributions to the iconic supergroups Free and Bad Company, reminisces about his childhood in rural Wales. Following a gig with a local cover band, The Manicas, he formed his own band, Heatwave where he did both vocals and drums that was inspired by Ringo Starr after watching him on te…
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Send us a text She boasts extensive experience as a food and prop stylist, with a vast array of clients. Her journey began as a young ballet dancer and was a creative child who eventually landed a career as a dental hygienist—a role she continues to fulfill today. Jody delves into her interpretation of beautification, which Tommy links to her invol…
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Send us a text Several members of Before the Lights assembled for a podcast, including some from my hometown, Streator, IL. Kelly Burgin from Northern California shares news about Family Dollar closing numerous stores, sparking a discussion with Missy Mital on its impact on zip code 61364, which boasts several dollar stores and transitions into a c…
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Send us a text A renowned chef, both a James Beard Semifinalist and Michelin Recommended, who is the proud owner of not one, but two thriving restaurants—Poppy & Rose and Poppy & Seed—sets the stage by delving into the essence of garden-fresh ingredients, the core principles of flavors, and the indispensable role of quality kitchen tools. Before em…
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Send us a text Renowned for his expertise in 19th-century history, Nevada & Las Vegas welcomes a distinguished historian to the show to delve into the rich history of Tropicana. Beginning our discussion with his experiences in Las Vegas and his tenure at The Valley Times, which intersected with organized crime, we segue seamlessly into his initial …
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Send us a text The greatest male Mexican professional of all time with over 700 PGA Tournaments under his belt, graces our show to share his remarkable journey from humble beginnings – a childhood devoid of plumbing and adorned with dirt floors. He discusses the unwavering determination demanded on the PGA Tour, a path that emerged after a stint in…
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Send us a text An infamous bootlegger and gambling tycoon, renowned for his role in creating the iconic Stardust Casino & Resort in Las Vegas, Tony "The Admiral" Cornero was a legendary figure. His entrepreneurial spirit led him from the humble origins of an Italian village to the bustling streets of America. Yet, his journey was marked by turbulen…
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Send us a text The tale of the Cuban Cowboy hailing from South Florida unfurls with the melody of multiple instruments, a narrative that began in his youth when he stumbled upon a harmonica cascading from a pinata. Prior to embracing country rhythms, the beats of hip hop and rap coursed through his veins. However, a serendipitous encounter with lin…
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Send us a text He indulges in eating, drinking, and storytelling, commencing with an exploration of whether law was his initial path, having attended Brooklyn Law School while also immersing himself in the Rock & Roll scene. His journey includes working at the iconic CBGB punk club in NYC, where he developed a fondness for certain bands and elucida…
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Send us a text The Executive Director of the John Wayne Birthplace Museum in Winterset, Iowa, known for producing Buffalo Bill-style Wild West Shows, reminisces about the iconic figures of the old West and reflects on his sentiments towards modern Western movies. After spending a day with "The Duke" at his California home, he shares insights into J…
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Send us a text Larry Henry, the mastermind behind the inception of The Mob Summit in 2018, offers a glimpse into its origins, past venues, notable attendees, and the outlook for 2025, emphasizing the necessity of this year's event. 2024 Mob Summit June 1st 5-9pm at Dom DeMarco’s Pizzeria & Wine Bar, 9785 W. Charleston Blvd., Las Vegas, NV Tentative…
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Send us a text From Dom DeMarco’s Pizzeria in Las Vegas, NV, we're joined by the founder of ICONic Clothing Brand & the mastermind behind Operation Stolen Base, a notorious sports memorabilia fraud. This former professional baseball player shares his remarkable career journey, including the staggering amount of money he never earned. Prior to Opera…
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Send us a text She emerged as a five-time World Boxing Champion and graced the pages of Playboy, all while staunchly advocating for mental health awareness. Returning to her mother’s homeland for a championship bout, she delved into Tae Kwon Do and took up fighting in grade school to combat bullying. Her struggle with alcohol began at a tender age …
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Send us a text Giuseppe “Joseph” Parisi while sitting in his jail cell penned a diary that serves as the foundation for this intriguing narrative. The epic unfolds in Southern Italy, where 17-year-old Giuseppe embarked on a journey to America. As the year 1920 marked the onset of Prohibition, a wave of feuds swept the nation, and West Springfield, …
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Send us a text The show welcomes a professional baseball player from the Cincinnati Reds, known as Captain Chaos. TJ discusses the benefits of playing multiple sports and shares his journey from being a preferred walk-on at the University of Nevada to becoming the most valuable position player in 2016, thanks in part to a motivational tweet. His mi…
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Send us a text Clips are from interviews with: John Barbour Bower Yousse Jim Meskimen Michael Gutenplan John Leary Steve Westfield Oliver Wolfe Jimmy Bowen George Martorono Patricia Kara Sam Rosenberg Support the show Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beforethelightspodcast/ Follow the show on Face Book: https://www.facebook.c…
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Send us a text Recorded from Dom DeMarco's Pizzeria in Las Vegas. He is the longest serving first time non-violent offender that was given a life sentence without parole. After serving 32 years and being the most appealed prisoner, he was released. George explains what Gunman’s Row in Philadelphia where he grew up and as a two-year old seeing Benny…
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Send us a text The owner of Dom DeMarcos Pizzeria & Bar shares tales from the Best of LV Gold Winner located in Las Vegas, NV at 9785 W. Charleston. From being a pizza fanatic to opening the first pizza place in Fresno, CA in 1966, Albert's journey unfolds. His love for De Lorenzo’s Tomato Pies in Trenton, NJ leads to a 5-year deal-making process t…
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Send us a text The best in state teacher multiple times by Golf Digest and founder of the JRL Academy with his son, Grant who is a rising player in the game. The story behind as a ten-year old going on a trip to Florida resulted in John being introduced to the game of golf and 6 months later he wins his first golf tournament. He has worked with Edd…
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Send us a text The son of a mafia boss that went undercover with the CIA & FBI against the Buffalo Family joins the show. We start with his as a child being a food thief and stories about when he learned his father was a made man, being told he was in the “Army” & meeting Rocky Marciano. Learning how the mafia-controlled congress, has ties to Presi…
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Send us a text The developer of Leans.AI joins the show to talk about sports betting and we begin with the global boom happening with no end in sight. How he got scammed out of $75, 000 and how sportsbooks use a tactic to kindly say we do not want your business. Are sports handicappers legit to Steve? AI is only as good as the data inputted and he …
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Send us a text A church going woman who lived a life of crime joins the show. We begin by learning what kind of neighborhood she grew up in Brooklyn which leads to being taught how to steal at age 5 by her mother. Crazy Joe Gallo played dice games in the basement of her house, she finished her education in the 7th grade and has a degree in street s…
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Send us a text Hey Tommy, who is your favorite guest you have ever interviewed? Answer: It is impossible to answer as I really enjoy every guest that has been on my show. Next question, what is your all-time number 1 show? After being asked more than once, here are the Top 5 in terms of downloads as of December 2023. Enjoy! Here are links to the fu…
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Send us a text An Italian Christmas Show with a stand-up comic that wrote the catchy song, “Italian Christmas Time.” Mike explains where the “KC” comes from & his love for comedy. We get into Italian families, neighborhoods, the 15-minute goodbye when leaving a party, and the noise level of a room full of Italians! Godfather is a must at Thanksgivi…
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Send us a text The author & founder of Live Ready joins the show to talk about his guide to protecting yourself in an uncertain world. The psychological training, he received in the US Marines and what was the moment he decided to go from protecting people to teaching them how to protect themselves. The days of helping one another are gone but what…
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Send us a text A bluegrass, Texas Dirt country entertainer and rockabilly singer joins the show. We begin by hearing about at age nine he played a biker bar that had chicken wire and fencing-picture The Blues Brothers Movie. The artists Jimmy looked up to as a young kid and attending The Citadel which is a military college. Jimmy explains how his a…
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Send us a text The third-generation psychic joins the show to talk about his journey that begins with his long family lineage that goes back to his grandfather winning the Irish Sweepstakes in the 30’s along with the famous Russian Mentalist, Wolf Messing. Who introduced him to magic, and his relatives claim to have ESP. Where did he discover his E…
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Send us a text The Godfather of Reality TV joins the show and hold onto your pants as this show is a whirlwind filled with laughter, facts, stories, and Vegas! We begin by hearing about Bobby Darin and A type personalities traits. John tells his story that begins being on the streets at age 6, an orphan, being in jail, and coming to the United Stat…
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Send us a text The author of her new book: “Dream On Now Deliver”: The No Nonsense Guide to Achieving Success in the Entertainment Industry” rejoins the show. #9 and I start the show out with finding out when she started writing the book. We then dive into some topics of the entertainment industry, and some are topics in the book. Adapting to a hig…
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Send us a text Jim has over 35 years of experience as an actor and is an excellent impressionist. He is the son of Marion Ross who played Marion Cunningham in Happy Days and the show begins by hearing what she taught him about show business and being on the set of Happy Days as a kid. His sister was a producer/writer for a very popular tv series ca…
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Send us a text Hear from: Alan Geik on Murder Inc. Gianni Russo about Frank Costello. Blair Kenny on the Rochester Mob. Georgia Durante on being a getaway driver for the mob. Greg Stejskal photographing the Detroit Family Induction as a FBI Agent. Dan Moldea on the status of Jimmy Hoffa investigation. Tamer Elnoury dealing with a recording mishap a…
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Send us a text From Hungary, Budapest Oliver tells what it was like growing up there and coming from a complete family of musicians. The story behind getting into a Hungarian TV Talent Show at age 13 and winning! He attended Leeds College of Music in the UK and what he has taken from there may surprise you! The music scene in London, his type of mu…
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Send us a text The Co-Author of the book: “Freddie Steinmark: Faith, Family, & Football along with Sammy Steinmark, who is the younger brother of Freddie joined the show to talk about this inspirational person. We begin the show with learning how Bower met Freddie and Sammy, telling us what it was like growing up in the Steinmark household. Freddie…
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Send us a text John Hicks was a floorman at Binion’s Horseshoe In Las Vegas. He was murdered on Jan. 13, 1977, at his home which remains unsolved. The beginning of this show gives you the background on Johnny that saw James Woods played a character Lester Diamond in the movie, “Casino” which was based on Hicks. Learn about his parents, their involv…
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Send us a text The two official biographers of Bob Crane and authors of the book: “Bob Crane: the Definitive Biography” join the show to talk about Bob. We begin the show learning about Bob’s personality, who had careers in radio & entertainment. His start into radio was not easy as he sent many letters to stations but finally got a job at WLEA in …
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Send us a text Clips are from interviews with: Lon Bronson & David Perrico Donna Presley Craig Barlow Ed Freeman Frank Hayde Marybeth Byrd Chip Monck Geno Munari Jerry Cummings Support the show Follow the show on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beforethelightspodcast/ Follow the show on Face Book: https://www.facebook.com/beforethelightspodcas…
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Send us a text The owner of The Bonnie & Clyde Ambush Museum in Gibsland, LA. gives us his knowledge of the story behind Bonnie & Clyde this includes: · How he got into history & Bonnie & Clyde · Clyde Barrow beginning of run ins with the law. · Ted Hinton · Clyde breaking out of prison and having two toes amputated. · The shootout on April 13, 193…
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