Comedian Callie Coogle is originally from small town Oglethorpe, GA, and it wasn’t long before she needed to spread her wings and headed to California then Europe to pursue further education. Her odyssey has taken her from the studio arts to literature, but ever since diving full on into standup comedy, she’s unlocked a new way of writing and creating. Along the way though, since THIRD GRADE actually, has been friend, fellow childhood trouble maker and the sibling Callie never had, Lori.  https://www.instagram.com/calliecoogle/, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com  

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118. Callie Coogle Loves Her Friend, Lori

Today's guest is podcast producer and sound guru, Lee Nason, who has helped me launch video episodes of this podcast. Growing up in Massachusetts and spending time in Portland, Maine, this well rounded guy has been a musician and a lifeguard. From orchestra to pop punk bands, we cover a lot, including the big influence the Warped Tour had on him back in the day. But throughout his journey, mom has always been there, whether it was supporting his swimming or creative endeavors. https://www.polarstarpodcasts.com/, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com

117. Lee Nason Loves His Mom

Washington’s own, comedian and musician, Yaki Margulies grew up an introvert who who discovered both songwriting and the theater in his teens -- and this 4.0 student actually graduated high school after his sophomore year! He enrolled at the University of Washington, where he thrilled his parents by becoming a theater major. Well theater led to improv, and to standup, but having written some 400 songs of his own, Yaki also recalls how inspiring one particular Beatle has been to him, the one and only Paul McCartney. https://www.instagram.com/yakimargulies, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com

116. Yaki Margulies Loves Musician, Paul McCartney

Today author, motivational speaker, trainer, and consultant, David Richman tells me all about his challenging upbringing, as we dive pretty deep into some of the bad luck as well as poor choices he has made over the years. But sometime after his sister became terminally ill, he decided it was time to make some changes. So an overweight smoker became an amazing athlete. Along the way David dove deeper into the emotional aspect of dealing with cancer, and his book CYCLE OF LIVES was born, which chronicles his bicycle ride covering 4,700 miles, as he visited 15 people who were affected by cancer, either as patients, doctors, researchers, caregivers, or otherwise. https://david-richman.com, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com

115. David Richman Loves His Cycle of Lives Participants

Comedian Genesis Sol was born and raised in Dallas, TX, and she tells me all about being a childhood performer -- singing, dancing, and beyond. Never shy, she recalls always receiving support from her mom and dad, and how her younger brother and sister followed in her footsteps and got into performing as well… at least for a little while. But we cover a lot in this epic one. Rage rooms, emo music, Genesis’ stand up journey, and of course, family. https://instagram.com/thegenesissol/,  http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com https://www.instagram.com/thegenesissol/,

114. Genesis Sol Loves Her Family

Comedian Chaz Carter was born and raised in Tampa, Florida, and this quiet, smart, and introverted kid started to finally come out of his shell in high school when he got into theater. He recalls watching Def Comedy Jam as a kid, and after moving to Los Angeles at 19 to pursue acting training, it wasn’t until a little later on when standup became his life, essentially. Chaz’s journey has had some ups and downs for sure, but always there supporting him, and of course always offering her honest thoughts has been mom. https://www.instagram.com/pollypocketnegro, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com

113. Chaz Carter Loves His Mom

California's own Rey Cabato's parents divorced when he was very young, but it sounds like it was for the best, and Rey ended up with really great step-parents. And Rey, a comedian and photographer, is also a drummer, and a FORMER pathological liar (his words). And we cover it all... Family, friends, and of course Rey’s journey into standup comedy. https://www.instagram.com/remcreate/, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com

112. Rey Cabato Loves His Four Parents

From Ohio to college in Northern Michigan to Montana, finally to Steamboat Springs, CO, comedian Kyle Ruff's journey has taken him from class clown to comedian and comedy show producer. Along the way he discovered Ron Paul and eventually comedian and podcaster, Robbie "The Fire" Bernstein, who Kyle’s really enjoyed getting to know better while doing a few shows together on the road. https://www.instagram.com/look_its_kyle_ruff, https://www.instagram.com/steamboatcomedy, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com

111. Kyle Ruff Loves Comedian Robbie Bernstein

Comedian Ben Herwitz is originally from just outside San Francisco and grew up an only child whose main focuses in life were sports and academics. He wishes he would have been more involved in creative endeavors as a youngster and read more. But throughout his childhood, one particular late night host made a big impact on Ben. The one and only Conan O’Brien. We talk Conan, family, college, and of course we talk Ben’s journey into the standup comedy world and beyond. https://www.instagram.com/benherwitzcomedian/, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com

110. Ben Herwitz Loves TV Host Conan O'Brien

Comedian and writer Wally Baram split her time growing up between Southern California and New Jersey, and recalls being "into bugs" and watching The George Lopez Show on Nick at Nite as a kid. But by high school she kinda knew she had an itch to try comedy, and performed at her first open mic during her senior year. Wally is still in the very early stages of her career, but there’s no doubt some of her humor comes from her one of a kind hilarious mom. http://instagram.com/wallybaram, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com

109. Wally Baram Loves Her Mom

Sacramento's own, comedian Steve Furey grew up an only child of loving, albeit divorced parents. Eventually Steve found his way into selling weed first to his high school classmates and later their parents. He thought his path would take him in to a career in physical education, but stand up was always his true calling... We talk mom, dad, weed, cooking, and more. And Steve especially shows his appreciation for super hardworking comedian Burt Kreischer, who Steve has learned so much from from their time together on the road. https://www.instagram.com/scubastevefurey/, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com

108. Steve Furey Loves Comedian, Burt Kreischer

Current computer coder and former Vice Chair of the Libertarian Party, Alex Merced has done much more beyond those jobs, and we get into all of it. Growing up, Alex was inspired by his hardworking single mom and that is clear by the person he’s become today. And we for sure talk music, economics, Ron Paul, and more, but Alex is man who truly values patience, kindness, empathy, and forgiveness, and there’s no doubt that comes from mom. https://www.instagram.com/alexmerced, http://alexmerced.com, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com

107. Alex Merced Loves His Mom

Podcaster and producer, Marc Clair was born in Buffalo and mostly raised in Connecticut. And this Penn State alum and I talk a little politics and libertarian stuff, but this one's really about Marc's relationship with his father, Alan Clair, a man who always stands up for justice and fairness. And this was never on display more than when Marc recalls when a harmless high school prank that led to absurd punishments that Marc and his dad were appalled by. This is actually a story Marc has somehow never told on his podcasts or any podcast! https://www.instagram.com/marcopoloist, https://www.instagram.com/lionsofliberty/, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com

106. Marc Clair Loves His Dad, Alan Clair

Comedian Rachele Friedland was born and raised in Long Beach, California as a young girl into ballet and horses. But it wasn’t too long before she moved on from those things into her primary role as a sarcastic teen. Later on though it was her mom who actually suggested stand up comedy. But years before Rachele found the stage and was performing at comedy festivals and beyond, when she was a ripe age of four years old she met one of her best friends for life, Paige, who’s also sarcastic, outgoing, and a bit mischievous as well. https://www.instagram.com/rachelefriedland/, http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com

105. Rachele Friedland Loves Her Friend, Paige

Today’s guest is my friend and former college roommate, fellow Long Islander, family man, cancer survivor, and much more, Doug Druckman. And he tells me all about high school football's positive impact and how he made lifelong friends. Myself, Doug, and others lived in a house of legendary partying junior and senior year of college in Syracuse, before Doug eventually found his way to Chicago. Along the way he met his wife Beth and had two kids. But just last year doctors discovered a blood clot and a tumor in Doug’s arm. I'm very happy to say though Doug is doing well today and is in remission. http://instagram.com/peoplewelovepodcast, http://instagram.com/adamchoit, http://twitter.com/adamchoit, http://peoplewelovepodcast.com

104. Doug Druckman Loves His High School Football Buddies

Host Adam Choit talks to comedians and people from all walks of life about people they love, who inspired and influenced them.

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