The Carroll Connection Podcast

#234 - Buffmetal Justin

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000

Buffmetal Justin is a musician. On this episode, Buffmetal Justin dives into his family dynamic and getting some of his personality from his father. Buffmetal Justin talks about developing an early love for music specifically metal. He explains that he decided to join the Army after high school and spent 7 years in it. Afterwards, he goes into deciding to lean back into music and truly be himself. Buffmetal Justin dives into how much he values creating and reviewing music in his space. We discuss the importance of being consistent at something and how being yourself is always the better path to pursue. Join us in this rock heavy conversation about metal music, consistency, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9kXIt9u

#233 - Andre Marines

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000

Andre Marines is an entrepreneur. On this episode, Andre opens up about his family dynamic and growing up in a household where his parents co-parented to give him a chance at success. Andre dives into his early love for baseball and MMA during his youth. We share our experiences playing youth sports and how valuable it was for us growing up. Also, he explains how his father introduced him to real estate at an early age which eventually allowed him to get into the industry. Andre discusses some of the important factors in buying a house and how forming a relationship with his clients is necessary. We talk about the importance of perseverance in pursuing passions too. Join us in this passionate conversation on business, real estate, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9kXIt9u

#232 - Brennan Fromm

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 9 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000

Brennan Fromm is an actor and model. On this episode, Brennan opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like growing up. Brennan dives into some of the struggles of going through high school during covid. We discuss the issue that future generations will face after losing multiple years of face to face schooling. Also, Brennan talks about his battle with crippling OCD and explains his journey working to live with it. He mentions being introduced to alternative medicine called neurofeedback therapy which helps regulate brainwave activity and is shown to help many struggling with their mental health. We dive into the importance of alternative medicines and focusing on your mental health before worrying about other things in life. Join us in this powerful conversation on acting, alternative medicine, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9kXIt9u

#231 - Ayee

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 22:00:00 +0000

Ayee is an artist and vocal engineer. On this episode, Ayee opens up about his family dynamic and how moving around to different states affected him growing up. Ayee explains the relationship with his older sister and how they helped each other as they switched schools when moving. He talks about how sports were a way to connect and make new friends too. Also, Ayee discusses why he got into music and why he decided to come back from an extended break. Ayee goes into detail about his process and working to build a community of "pirates" to take what is theirs in relation to their music. We go back and forth about uplifting others and how important it is to have a solid support system. Join us in this authentic conversation on music, community, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9kXIt9u

#230 - Brian Fernandez

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 5 Jan 2026 22:00:00 +0000

Brian Fernandez is an actor and content creator. On this episode, Brian opens up about his family dynamic and how actually became homeless in his teenage years. Brian discusses how he overcame being homeless and dropping out of school through multiple different jobs. He mentions how having his daughter at a young age motivated him to better his life. Also, Brian explains why he auditioned for short film and how this experience opened up the door to more acting opportunities. Brian talks about switching to content creation and some of things he's learned along the way. We dive into focusing on creating authentic content versus chasing numbers. Join us in this genuine conversation on acting, content, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9kXIt9u

#229 - 2025 Year in Review

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 22:00:00 +0000

On this episode, I am rejoined by Elijah DeAndrade to review our 2025 and how this year went for us. Elijah catches us up on everything that has happened since his last appearance on episode 142. He goes into detail about leaving a blue collar career to transitioning into sales. Also, Elijah discusses how tough it was to initially switch careers, but ultimately needed a big life change. We both discuss taking new jobs this year and what it was like for us. Elijah dives into getting into running specifically marathons and why he was motivated to do them. We share our experiences with podcasting and how we've both changed over the year. Join us in recapping 2025 with some laughs and motivation for 2026. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9kXIt9u

#228 - Levi Leland

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 15 Dec 2025 22:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Levi Leland rejoins the podcast for the first time since his last appearance on episode 191. Levi catches us up on everything that has happened since episode 191 aired in August of 2024. He discusses the release of his book, Edgar Allan Poe The Master of the Macabre, which is apart of the Pocket Portraits series. Levi dives into how this opportunity came to be and walks us through how he actually wrote the book. We talk about the importance of preparation and how it's key to be ready for possible opportunities. Also, Levi explains how he's handled all of the publicity around the book and even dealing with some negative feedback. Join us in this authentic conversation on Poe, writing, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/dxOr0Dn Levi Leland's "Edgar Allan Poe - The Master of the Macabre": https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Edgar-Allan-Poe/Levi-Lionel-Leland/Pocket-Portraits/9781507224137

#227 - Lincoln Pollock

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 22:00:00 +0000

Lincoln Pollock is the owner and craftsman behind Arcwood Jewelry. On this episode, Lincoln opens up about his family dynamic and shares what it was like growing up in his household. Lincoln expresses his appreciation for his parents and helping guide him into the arts and music. He dives into his early love for music and explains how it helped him express his emotions throughout his childhood. Also, Lincoln discusses changing majors in college to pursue music which was something he was more passionate about. Lincoln talks about deciding to dive into jewelry and where his interest came from. We talk about the importance of having a why when pursuing your passion too. Join us in this authentic conversation on music, business, and mental health.

#226 - Cristian Lopez "Ceelo"

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 22:00:00 +0000

Cristian Lopez aka 'Ceelo' is a cinematographer. On this episode, Cristian opens up about his family dynamic and the relationship he had with his older sister. Cristian discusses becoming an uncle and working to understand that role. He talks about playing football in high school and how it eventually became his favorite sport. Also, Cristian explains going to college and making a career pivot into photography with the help of his wife. They work together on many different projects and she's helped him improve his craft. Cristian began focusing on cinematography and making his own content too. Join us in this passionate conversation on family, cinematography, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9kXIt9u

#225 - Birthday Reflection: Year 30

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Wed, 5 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000

On this episode, I go solo to reflect on my 30th birthday. I dive into the recent career change I made and why I decided to do it. Also, I am celebrating getting engaged and as well as my birthday. I discuss the lessons I've learned from over the years podcasting. In addition, I explain how the podcast will change in the future and what to expect going forward. Join me in celebrating and reflecting my 30th birthday. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9kXIt9u

#224 - Change is Inevitable

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 21:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Elyse Beauregard rejoins the podcast for the first time since her last appearance on episode 216. We dive into the topic of change and how it is inevitable. I discuss my recent career change and why I ultimately decided to leave my previous job. We talk about the reasons why change is good and also difficult. Join us in this quick conversation on change, career pivoting, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9kXIt9u

#223 - Julia Harley

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 21:00:00 +0000

Julia Harley is a tattoo artist and animator. On this episode, Julia opens about her current family dynamic and how it has been becoming a new mother. Julia explains how having a child has strengthened her relationships with her family and clients. She goes on to discuss how she began drawing as a way to communicate as he learned English after immigrating over to the US at an early age. Then, Julia talks about going to school in New York to pursue a degree in stop motion animation, but eventually transfer out to come back to a school in Massachusetts. Julia dives into transitioning from animation into tattooing and how it gives her flexibility with her time as a new mother. Join us in this animated conversation on stop motion, tattooing, and mental health.

#222 - Ashley Crossman

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 21:00:00 +0000

Ashley Crossman is a social media marketer and creator of NE Marketing Solutions. On this episode, Ashley goes into detail about her family dynamic and some of the early struggles they had growing up. Ashley explains trying to understand and deal with the mental health struggles in her family and how financial concerns limited her ability to play sports into her teenage years. She talks about going to school for journalism and having a professor who guided her into creating and managing a social media for a school news source. This early introduction into social media later inspired Ashley to eventually leave corporate America to start her own social media marketing business. Also, Ashley discusses the difficulties of being your own person while being a loving mother and wife too. We dive into how important balance is in life and how to structure that in your own life. Join us in this powerful conversation on marketing, motherhood, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9kXIt9u

#221 - Mason Terra

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 21:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Mason Terra rejoins the podcast for the first time since his appearance on episode 204. Mason catches us up on everything that has happened since his episode aired earlier this year. He discusses his performative art exhibit where he trapped himself in a box for 24 hours and took prompts and created drawings like AI. We dive into how we feel about AI and not allowing it to take away our creative ability as humans. Also, Mason goes into detail about his Azores trip and what it meant to him. As well as, mentioning that he was accepted into an art trip program to go to the Azores and network later next year. Then, we talk about what Mason thought of my book and the value of the pillars. Join us in this unique conversation on art, travel, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9kXIt9u

#220 - Shane Barboza

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 8 Sep 2025 21:00:00 +0000

Shane Barboza is an artist and creator of Feverrs Art. On this episode, Shane opens up about his family dynamic and more specifically his relationship with his older brother. Shane discusses playing different sports growing up and how it helped him make friends. He dives into how he go into creating art and trying multiple different forms of content creation. Also, Shane explains the value of trying so many different things and how creating art becomes a form of therapy. We dive into the concept of content creation and how difficult it is to maintain consistently creating art. Shane mentions some of his successes and failures and how they have shaped him. Join us in this honest conversation on content creation, art, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9kXIt9u

#219 - Julie Dora Bannon

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 1 Sep 2025 16:00:00 +0000

Julie Dora Bannon is a high school teacher and yoga instructor. On this episode, Julie opened up about her family dynamic and what it was like growing up. Julie explains some of the differences in how she played outside with friends versus how children today have more technology. She shares some of the life lessons she gained through basketball and other sports. Also, Julie dives into her journey into education and why she decided to teach high school. We discuss how social media is changing children today and how it was for us growing up. Then, Julie goes on to explain how she go into yoga and eventually become an instructor. In addition, we mention the importance of traveling internationally. Join us in this compassionate conversation on teaching, yoga, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9kXIt9u

#218 - What Up Rhody

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 18 Aug 2025 21:00:00 +0000

Paul is the creator of What Up Rhody which is a platform to highlight people and things in Rhode Island. On this episode, Paul opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like growing up as an only child. He explains that his parents did a great job encouraging him to be creative and explore. Paul played many sports to help make friends and learned valuable life lessons from them. Also, he discussed graduating high school during 2020 and how covid impacted his decision to go to community college. This decision ultimately lead Paul to eventually focus more on social media creating a successful card instagram page. Then, he shifted his focus to creating the social media page, What Up Rhody, which is geared towards local people and things happening in Rhode Island. Join us in this exciting conversation on social media, local communities, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9kXIt9u

#217 - Lucas Nature

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 11 Aug 2025 21:00:00 +0000

Lucas Nature is an artist and filmmaker. On this episode, Lucas opens up about his family dynamic and childhood growing up outside. He talks about the value he got from being outside and playing with his friends. Lucas shares some of the life lessons he learned through hockey. Also, he discusses his reasoning for quitting the sport and how we went D1 for men's track and field at Stonehill College. Lucas set records and explains how difficult it was to manage school and athletics in college. Then, he walks us through bouncing from jobs to eventually learning digital marketing and videography skills. These skills helped Lucas launch multiple projects and brands from Passion Street Media to his art and now a Youtube channel geared towards finding affordable rentals in nature. Join us in this passionate conversation on technology, nature, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9kXIt9u

#216 - Extinction of Experience

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 21 Jul 2025 21:00:00 +0000

On this episode, I was joined by my girlfriend, Elyse Beauregard, who is the editor of my book. Originally, this episode was going to be a solo discussing the book I'm currently reading titled, Extinction of Experience by Christine Rosen, but Elyse was willing to join in and test out the new studio. We dive into some of the concepts in the book and how technology is changing the human experience. Some of the topics consisted of how computers have changed learning, GPS has prevented human error while navigating, and the lack of in person communication. Join us in this short conversation on connection, technology, and mental health.

#215 - Kyle Oliveira

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 30 Jun 2025 21:00:00 +0000

Kyle Oliveira is the founder and CEO of Luxury Leaf which is a hemp clothing brand. On this episode, Kyle opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like having parents who immigrated from Brazil. Kyle shares some of the cultural differences in values he noticed that his family had compared to friends. He talks about enjoying his college experience and making valuable connections. Also, he discusses how he with the help of some business partners created Luxury Leaf. Kyle values sustainability and emphasizes the importance of hemp. Join us in this passionate conversation on hemp, fashion, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9kXIt9u

#214 - Azores Trip Recap

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 23 Jun 2025 21:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Jake Wickham rejoins the podcast once again to recap another international trip. This time we discuss our latest family trip to the Azores in the beginning of June 2025. Jake catches us up on his major life events since his last appearance back in October of 2023. We discuss the value of being able to travel with our family. Also, sharing some of the cool things we saw in the Azores. We share our favorite moments and some of the lessons we learned during our trip. Join us in this great conversation on family, travel, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9kXIt9u

#213 - Michael Rose

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 2 Jun 2025 21:00:00 +0000

Michael Rose is an Art Gallerist and writer. On this episode, Michael opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like working in his grandparents local business. Michael discusses his early love for art and how it lead him to eventually want to study art history in college. He talks about what an art history major consists of and his college experience. Also, Michael mentions the importance of internships and how that guided him to launch his own website and blog. We dive into the concept of AI and how it could affect the art industry too. Join us in this authentic conversation on art, community, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/9kXIt9u

#212 - Sathyadev

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 12 May 2025 21:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Sathyadev rejoins the podcast for the first time since episode 184. Sathyadev catches us up on everything that has happened since that episode aired a year ago. He talks about what it was like joining his guru, Amma, as she traveled across the US. We dive into the concept of consciousness and how we are all connected to one another. Sathyadev explains the importance of detaching from our ego and identity to truly become conscious and connected. Also, he discusses what kundalini is and some of the things to be aware of if you choose to learn about it further. Join us in this healing conversation on consciousness, creativity, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/eiX6bQ9

#211 - Brian Dias

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 28 Apr 2025 21:00:00 +0000

Brian Dias is the owner and operator of the landscape company, Clean Cuts. On this episode, Brian opens up about his family dynamic and coming from a large Portuguese family. Brian explains his relationship with his sisters and being a more quiet, introverted child growing up. He mentions moving to Seekonk and eventually starting to play football to make friends. We share our thoughts on football and how it teaches life lessons that translate into adult life. Also, Brian talks about how podcasts and social media helped inspire him to launch his own business and chase his passion. Join us in this authentic conversation on landscaping, football, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/eiX6bQ9

#210 - Anthony De Jesus

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 21:00:00 +0000

Anthony De Jesus is the CEO and founder of DGT Studios. On this episode, Anthony opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like being raised by his mother. Anthony explains the importance of his family and the reunions they would have growing up. He explains being creative in his youth which eventually helped lead him on his career path and to start his clothing brand. Also, Anthony talks about playing football in high school and the life lessons he learned from that. Anthony walks us through his college journey studying architecture and how he eventually decided to pursue his interests outside of the field. He discusses creating his clothing brand mainly focusing on hats. Then, he launched DGT Studios where he would interview local creatives and business owners about their craft. Join us in this awesome conversation on creativity, content creation, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DJ6DFZLZ?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_F6GBVWS5RE7VBWQMK2SJ_3&skipTwisterOG=1

#209 - Cxm Production

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 7 Apr 2025 21:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Cxm "Cam" Production, rejoins for the first time since his last appearance on episode 173. Cam talks about everything he has done within the las year since that podcast episode dropped. He explains how he used his love for football and the New England Patriots to start making posters for the players on the team. Cam would go to training camp and give the custom posters to the athletes and this got the attention of local media. Also, Cam discusses his post announcing he wants to be a full time content creator. We share our thoughts on content creation and how having role models helps in the process. Cam goes into detail about his goals and aspirations for the next several years as a content creator. Join us in this passionate conversation on football, content creation, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DJ6DFZLZ?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_F6GBVWS5RE7VBWQMK2SJ_3&skipTwisterOG=1

#208 - Randy Anthony Phillips

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 17 Mar 2025 21:00:00 +0000

Randy Anthony Phillips is a coach at Johnston High School in Rhod Island. On this episode, Randy opens up about his family dynamic as well as the importance of playing sports at a young age. He explains playing basketball with his cousin and the memories they shared doing something they loved as kids. Randy talks about bouncing from different jobs until he was offered an opportunity to coach his nephew playing football. He worked up the ranks coaching various levels of youth football and other sports then making the transition to high school football. Also, he talks about the value his mentors provided in coaching and molding young minds to become successful adults. Then, Randy shifted his focus to girls flag football and is now trying to raise awareness to get it sanctioned in the state of Rhode Island as a sport. He discusses the life lessons football can teach young women and the amazing opportunities it provides to even get scholarships for college. Join us in this powerful conversation on football, coaching, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DJ6DFZLZ?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_F6GBVWS5RE7VBWQMK2SJ_3&skipTwisterOG=1

#207 - Marlon Wesh

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 10 Mar 2025 21:00:00 +0000

Marlon Wesh is a keynote speaker, momentum coach, and host of the Rising From the Shadows Podcast. On this episode, Marlon opens up about his family dynamic and the struggles during his childhood. He touches on the relationship with his father and how it affected his life. Marlon explains how abuse can affect a person and how the trauma follows you throughout life. He goes into detail about enlisting in the Marines and what he learned from those experiences. Marlon talks about the concept of shame and breaking our attachment to it. Also, he discusses why he started his coaching business and what he hopes to accomplish with clients. Join us in this powerful conversation on abuse, shame, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DJ6DFZLZ?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_F6GBVWS5RE7VBWQMK2SJ_3&skipTwisterOG=1

#206 - Eddy Vieira Jr

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 10 Feb 2025 22:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Eddy Vieira Jr rejoins the podcast for the first time since his last appearance on episode 169. Eddy catches us up on everything that has happened since that last episode in January of 2024. He talks about expecting his first child in May and what it feels like to be a future father. Eddy explains the value of networking and consistently working on his brand Hunger Breeds Success. We discuss the importance of not caring what others think and chasing your dreams. As well as, talking about the value of quitting negative self talk. Join us in this authentic conversation on family, brands, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DJ6DFZLZ?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_F6GBVWS5RE7VBWQMK2SJ_3&skipTwisterOG=1

#205 - Vasilis Axios

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 27 Jan 2025 22:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Vasilis Axios rejoins the podcast for his first appearance since episode 139. Vasilis catches us up on everything that has happened since episode 139 recorded in May of 2023. He explains his journey with running a marathon on every continent and which one was the toughest. We dive into meal prepping, training, and exercise for a marathon. Also, Vasilis talks about the real estate market and all the new things he's been working on. Then, we discuss the concept of consistency and outlasting competition. Join us in this amazing conversation on marathons, the real estate market, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DJ6DFZLZ?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_F6GBVWS5RE7VBWQMK2SJ_3&skipTwisterOG=1

#204 - Mason Terra

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 20 Jan 2025 15:00:00 +0000

Mason Terra is an artist. On this episode, Mason opens up about his family dynamic and how supportive his parents were with his art. Mason explains his early interest in rough housing and wrestling with friends. He explains how seeing a fight one day changed his outlook and forced him to join jujitsu. Mason talks about his love for jujitsu and that he even became a teacher for younger children. Also, Mason goes into detail about always loving drawing, coloring, and painting. This love for art led him to share his work on social media and he explains why he does what he does with his artwork. Join us in this authentic conversation on healthy living, art, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DJ6DFZLZ?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_F6GBVWS5RE7VBWQMK2SJ_3&skipTwisterOG=1

#203 - 2024 Year in Review

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 6 Jan 2025 22:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Amanda Russo rejoins the podcast for the first time since her appearance on episode 153. Amanda and myself recap 2024 and how the year went for each of us. She is the host of her own podcast called, Manders Mindset. Also, Amanda explains her decision to leave her job to chase her dreams and visit Bali, Indonesia. In addition, she talks about some of the lessons she learned from attending podcast conferences in 2024. We take turns talking about 2024 and our goals for 2025. Join us in this fantastic conversation on balance, content, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://a.co/d/dgSfG2L

#202 - Kwon Rabbit

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 18 Nov 2024 22:00:00 +0000

Kwon Rabbit is a hip hop artist. On this episode, Kwon opens up about his family dynamic and the relationship he had with his parents. Kwon talks about how his father wasn't really present in his life and how both his parents struggled with addiction. He explains how his mother did her best to try and support him through his childhood and teens, but ultimately Kwon ended up in the foster care system. Kwon goes into detail about struggling to feel like he was enough and points out some of the negatives of the foster care system. Also, he discusses how music came into his life and that Eminem inspired him to share his story through rap. Join us in this powerful conversation on family, music, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DJ6DFZLZ?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_F6GBVWS5RE7VBWQMK2SJ_3&skipTwisterOG=1

#201 - Birthday Reflection: Year 29

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Tue, 5 Nov 2024 17:30:00 +0000

On this episode, I go solo to celebrate my birthday and reflect. I discuss the milestone of recording 200 podcast episodes and hitting over 20k downloads/listens/views. I explain how much it means to be a podcaster and why I continue to make episodes. Also, I talk about the creation of my debut book, The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life. I go into detail about the story behind the book's development and walk through my writing process. Join me in celebrating my birthday and reflecting on another year. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DJ6DFZLZ?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_F6GBVWS5RE7VBWQMK2SJ_3&skipTwisterOG=1

#200 - Riley Sullivan

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 28 Oct 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Riley Sullivan is a musician. On this episode, Riley opens up about his family dynamic and what his relationship was like with his parents. Riley discusses how watching his father spend a lot of time in the office influenced his decision to never work in an office. He talks about writing music at an early age in middle school for a project and that sparked his interest in music. Also, Riley shares details about how a history teacher really pushed him by making a comment about his personality. Riley explains what music means to him and what future projects he's working on. Join us in this great conversation on school, music, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DJ6DFZLZ?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_F6GBVWS5RE7VBWQMK2SJ_3&skipTwisterOG=1

#199 - Ray Lambert

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 14 Oct 2024 14:00:00 +0000

Ray Lambert is a licensed psychotherapist. On this episode, Ray opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like living with his father. Ray explains how his parents were able to successfully co-parent and guide him into becoming the man he is today. He talks about playing basketball and focusing more on academics rather than the athletics. Also, Ray discusses his passion for the mental health industry and therapy early on in school. Then, how that drove him to succeed in school and eventually landing him at Boston College to study psychology. Ray talks about his passion for helping others suffering with depression and anxiety. In addition, Ray talks about starting his podcast, Smooth Podcast. Join us in this powerful conversation on psychology, therapy, and mental health. The Five Pillars to Create a Meaningful Life Available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DJ6DFZLZ?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_F6GBVWS5RE7VBWQMK2SJ_3&skipTwisterOG=1

#198 - Matt Sweeney

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 7 Oct 2024 21:00:00 +0000

#197 - Allana Turcotte

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 30 Sep 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Allana Turcotte is an holistic nature wellness guide. On this episode, Allana opens up about her family dynamic and what her relationship was like with her sister. Allana explains how she was introduced into competitive dance at a young age. She discusses why dance is so important to her and how it's lead to her being involved in musicals too. Also, Allana talks about how she left her career in the psychology field and pursued a path of holistic wellness and herbalism. We dive into the concept of healing and how impactful nature is to people. Join us in this healing conversation on dance, holistic wellness, and mental health.

#196 - Billy Giannouloudis

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 23 Sep 2024 21:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Billy Giannouloudis rejoins the podcast for his first time since appearing on episode 132. Billy walks us through what has happened since February 2023. He talks about going to Michigan State University to host a workshop for students. Billy shares how valuable it is to teach about how powerful the mind is to young students to help them succeed early on in their life. Then, we dove into the discussing of things that happen for you rather than to you in relation to spirituality and religion. We share our interest in the author, Billy Carson, and how he has opened our eyes to new information regarding religion and human creation. Join us in this unique conversation on the power of the mind, spirituality, and mental health.

#195 - Soleil Marcotte

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 16 Sep 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Soleil Marcotte is a 2nd grade inclusion teacher and small business owner. On this episode, Soleil opens up about her family dynamic and what it was like having to step up from time to time while her father had major health scares. Soleil explains her relationship with her mother and how she influenced her to eventually become a teacher. Also, Soleil talks about being a swimmer and how it helped her form some of her best friendships. She discusses her college path and the importance of getting real life experience in the classroom. Soleil mentions some of the learning curves she had entering her own classroom too. We discuss the value of technology in the classroom and the concept of productive struggling. Join us in this amazing conversation on family, teaching, and mental health.

#194 - Colby Dressler

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 9 Sep 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Colby Dressler is a freelance writer, editor, and YouTuber. On this episode, Colby opens up about his family dynamic and relationship with his siblings. Colby explains what it was like having a brother on the autism spectrum who was mostly nonverbal and how they led him to have more compassion for others. Also, he talks about his love for sports and more specifically baseball. Colby mentions moving to Georgia for college and working towards studies in animation/art. Then, Colby discusses why he moved to Arizona during the pandemic and how he started putting more effort into YouTube. Colby shares some advice on trying to achieve success on YouTube. Join us in this authentic conversation on animation, art, and mental health. Colby's YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Colby2D

#193 - Aaron Ferro

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 2 Sep 2024 14:00:00 +0000

Aaron Ferro is co-founder of non-profit, Hope For Providence, aimed to help people who are homeless, suffer from mental health issues, and identifying local RI infrastructure problems. On this episode, Aaron opens up about his family dynamic and being raised in a Cape Verdean family. Aaron discusses the importance of family and community and how that's lacking in current society. Also, Aaron explains being a creative early on in life and constantly exploring stories. He talks about going to college to study philosophy, but ultimately dropped out and invested into books and a camera. Eventually, Aaron co-founded Hope For Providence and explains why he started as well as sharing his most memorable story documented thus far. Join us in this authentic conversation on community, homelessness, and mental health. Hope For Providence: https://linktr.ee/hopeforprovidence?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=c73ce6e6-a8d8-4a39-bd38-090e7d2cc6b4

#192 - Zane Propatier

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 26 Aug 2024 21:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Zane Propatier rejoins the podcast for his third appearance last one being episode 118. Zane catches us up on everything that has happened since his last episode which was in 2022. He talks about his album release party for '10:30' and what it meant to him having family and friends supporting his music. Also, he explains why he chose to donate the proceeds to St Jude's and the value in doing that versus keeping the money for profit. Zane discusses the end of an era in terms of his music and switching to finishing his masters. As well as, Zane becoming a therapist and being able to help people in need. We discuss passions and how things change over time. Join us in this valuable conversation on music, therapy, and mental health.

#191 - Levi Leland

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Levi Leland is a creator and guide of edgarallanpoeri.com and 'A Walking Tour of Poe's Providence. On this episode, Levi opens up about his family dynamic and the bond he had with his great grandparents. Levi dives into his parents' marriage and how their divorce affected him as a young teen. During his early teenage years Levi began to fall in love with the history of Edgar Allan Poe. He shares how he traveled to many locations where Poe lived and how his work impacted him. Also, Levi discusses the relationship he had with his father and how his father's mental health played a major role in his passing. Levi talks about learning about his father's suicide and explains how we grieved this loss. We dive into the topic of mental illnesses and how society views them in comparison to mental health. Join us in this powerful conversation on Edgar Allan Poe, art, and mental health. ***TRIGGER WARNING*** - discussion of suicide during podcast

#190 - Jaime Calva

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 5 Aug 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Jaime Calva is a music artist also known as J.C. On this episode, Jaime opens up about his family dynamic and the relationship he has with his mother. Jaime dives into what it was like being born in Mexico and moving to the US around 2 years old. He discusses getting his residency later in life and eventually visiting Mexico in his late teenage years. Also, he talks about how he starting writing music early in his childhood drawing inspiration from Eminem. Jaime explains how he was able to get over his fear of promoting and constantly striving to improve his music switching from English to Spanish and mixing between the two. We share our struggles with creating content and talk about never giving up on our dreams. Join us in this refreshing conversation on music, passion, and mental health.

#189 - Susan Shapiro

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 29 Jul 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Susan Shapiro is a compassionate aging hippie and my grandmother. On this episode, Susan opened up about her family dynamic and what it was like watching her mother battle illnesses. Susan explains how all her family stepped up to help and what her relationship was like with her father. Also, Susan discusses what it was like to go to college in New York and how she ended up pursuing a degree in psychology. She talks about supporting many social justice causes ranging from race to gender and everything in between. Susan speaks on the relationship she had with my late grandfather, her late husband - James Carroll Sr. She talks about what he meant to her and how they worked together to have their own small business to support local artists. Join us in this loved filled conversation on family, passion, and mental health.

#188 - Catherine Tiley

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 22 Jul 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Catherine Tiley is an artist and masters student. On this episode, Catherine opens up about her family dynamic and relationship with her cousins. Catherine explains what it was like growing up and being undiagnosed for autism. She walks us through how she managed to handle stress and difficult situations throughout her childhood. Also, Catherine talks about isolating from friends during school to help raise her siblings at times. Then, she discusses finally getting her diagnosis and how validating it was to have an explanation for how she felt. As her mental health was improving she reconnected with her passion for arts and crafts and created her brand, Cool Cat Crafts. Join us in this powerful conversation on family, autism, and mental health.

#187 - Lexi Milich

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 8 Jul 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Lexi Milich is a holistic lifestyle guide, usui reiki practitioner, and content creator. On this episode, Lexi opens up about her family dynamic and how much she values her relationship with her parents. Lexi explains the connection she has with her mother and how valuable it is to work along side her. She dives into her spiritual journey and what her family has gone through while putting aside their business to handle things. Lexi talks about how much she's grown over the last several years and mentions the value of reconnecting with her inner child. We discuss the importance of spiritual growth and balancing being a content creator. Join us in this powerful conversation on spirituality, family, and mental health.

#186 - Privately Vs. Publicly

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 21:00:00 +0000

On this episode, I go solo and discuss the value of sharing things on social media. I debate the concept of keeping things private versus publicly sharing details of your life on social media. I think there's pros and cons to both sides of the argument and I give examples of how I've personally done each. I walk through some of my mistakes early on in content creation and why sharing too much isn't healthy. Join me in this quick solo episode on social media, life sharing, and mental health.

#185 - Rellz

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 10 Jun 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Rellz is an artist. On this episode, Rellz opens up about his family dynamic and navigating challenging circumstances. Rellz explains the relationship he has with his parents and siblings and how they have influenced him to being more of a loner. He shares details of trying to be an MC and writing lyrics or poems during his youth. Rellz talks about how music is powerful and was a chance for him to tap into his creative side. Also, we dive into the concept of healing your inner child and chasing creativity. Rellz goes on to talk about how he go into graffiti and how much he values the art. Join us in this refreshing conversation on family, art, and mental health.

#184 - Sathyadev

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 3 Jun 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Sathyadev is a yoga teacher. On this episode, Sathyadev opens up about his family dynamic growing up in Fort Worth, Texas. Sathyadev shares that his family were Christians and how he struggled with their acceptance of his sexuality as well as choice of religion later on. He talks about coming to Hinduism around 2012 and how it completely changed his life. Sathyadev explains how he came into contact with his current guru, Sri Mata Amritanandamayi Devi, who is also known as Amma, the hugging saint. We discuss the meaning of karma and yoga and how Western culture has changed our perspective on them. Join us in this enlightening conversation on religion, karma, and mental health.

#183 - AO

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 27 May 2024 14:00:00 +0000

AO is an artist, engineer, and school maintenance worker. On this episode, AO opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like watching his parents work a lot. AO explains how hard his parents worked to provide a good life for him and how appreciative he is for them. He talks about playing soccer and video games to make friends as a child. Also, he started making music in 8th grade with his friend. AO discusses the ways he had to grow as a person in order to make better music that represented him in a more positive way. Join us in this reflective conversation on music, family, and mental health.

#182 - Sam Greene

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 20 May 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Sam Greene is a photographer. On this episode, Sam opens up about her family dynamic and her parents opening a salon. Sam dives into how her parents' divorce affected her and what it was like trying to work through her own mental health. She walks us through her experience in therapy and how therapy can help many people. Also, Sam talks about her creative side doing theater and digital media in high school. Then, she got into photography and ended up creating her business, Zest & Zeal Studio. We talk about the value of social media when it comes to marketing and how we both individually navigate it. Join us in this amazing conversation on therapy, photography, and mental health.

#181 - Jesse Neptune

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 13 May 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Jesse Neptune is a rapper. On this episode, Jesse opens up about his family dynamic and growing up in a Portuguese/Italian household. Jesse explains why he started writing raps in 7th grade and how it changed his life. He walks through his high school experience and working on trying to market himself and his music. We shared our opinions on the hot topic of the Drake and Kendrick Lamar rap beef. Also, Jesse discusses his early struggles promoting his music in person and on social media. Jesse shares details about his upcoming project, A Moment in Music, which drops in June. Join us in this refreshing conversation on music, marketing, and mental health.

#180 - Mark Furtado

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 29 Apr 2024 21:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Mark Furtado rejoins the podcast for his third appearance since episode 147 and 101. We discuss our merch collaboration that drops May 1st for Mental Health Awareness Month. Also, Mark dives into taking a hiatus from his business and working on setting boundaries. He talks about the importance of giving yourself a break and coming back refreshed. Mark explains the process behind creating a new business called 'The Pink Scallop' which is a luxurious scents company. In addition, Mark drops some breaking news about his current brand, 'The Artisan'. Then, we dive into the importance of putting yourself out and being relatable as a content creator. Join us in this awesome conversation on setting boundaries, rebranding, and mental health. Get the Limited Edition Mental Health Awareness Month Merch at: https://theartisan-nb.com/ ***ONLY AVAILABLE DURING THE MONTH OF MAY***

#179 - Zach Souza

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 22 Apr 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Zach Souza is co-host of the podcast Low Gravity Podcast Uncensored. On this episode, Zach opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like growing up. Zach talks about his love for soccer and how it helped it make life long friendships. Also, he walks us through the his high school experience and getting injured his freshman year. Zach explains how difficult it was to cope with a major injury that almost prevented him from ever walking again. Then, he discusses not enjoying his community college experience and eventually coming to creating the podcast. We share our similar mindset about podcasting and talk about why we both love the art. Join us in this fantastic conversation on sports, resilience, and mental health.

#178 - vv

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 15 Apr 2024 21:00:00 +0000

vv is a music artist. On this episode, vv opens up about his family dynamic and growing up in Wheeler, Texas. vv explains what is was being Mexican in a predominantly white town and some of the early struggles. He talks about his love for basketball and what lessons he learned from the sport. Then, vv mentions an incident where he quit his senior year and that moment lead him on a path to finding his passion in music. vv discusses how he ended up messing with the wrong crowd and fighting for his freedom before moving to New England. We discuss the value of social media in the music industry and how vv is constantly changing his style in order to find his authentic self. Join us in this powerful conversation on basketball, music, and mental health.

#177 - Andrew Medeiros

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 1 Apr 2024 21:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Andrew Medeiros rejoins the podcast for the first time since his appearance on episode 45. Andrew catches us up on everything that has happened since 2021. He talks about what it's been like being the CEO of Apotho Therapeutics which is a recreational cannabis company. Andrew goes into detail about expansion and some of the struggles with marketing his business on social media due to restrictions. Also, he discusses some of the projects he's been working on in film, script writing, and acting.Then opens up about how he's about to become a father this summer. We dive into what fatherhood means and some of the advice he's received. Join us in this awesome conversation on cannabis, acting, and mental health.

#176 - Danny Mandelli

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 25 Mar 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Danny Mandelli is a web designer and founder of WebWise Technology. On this episode, Danny opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like growing up with parents from Brazil. He walked through his family history stemming from his grandparents moving from Italy to Brazil and his parents moving to the US. Also, Danny shares details about coming out about his sexuality and how he managed to deal with how his family responded in the beginning. Danny explains the value of creating friendships through going to church early on and how he still has those friends to this day. He discuses his journey in tech and ultimately why he decided to create his own business website designing. We talk about AI and some of the possible dangers of it entering society. Join us in this authentic conversation on friendship, tech, and mental health.

#175 - Junior Luis

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 18 Mar 2024 21:00:00 +0000

Junior Luis is an active duty member of the Air Force and co-host of the Low Gravity Podcast Uncensored. On this episode, Junior opens up about his family dynamic and how his parents were able to co-parent. Junior talks about his early love for sports such as football and soccer. He goes into detail about the life lessons that sports taught him especially camaraderie. Also, he explains his decision to join the Air Force and what basic training was like. As well as, discussing how we mentally handled being away from his family and friends at his first location in Nebraska. Then, he talks about co-creating the podcast Low Gravity Podcast Uncensored. We discuss podcasting and some of the highs and lows. Join us in this fantastic conversation on sports, travel, and mental health.

#174 - Pain Has Purpose

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 11 Mar 2024 21:00:00 +0000

On this episode, I go solo and discuss why your pain has a purpose. I saw a clip of George Janko and Candace Owens talking about your pain having a purpose and that inspired me to discuss the concept. They were talking about when praying for or manifesting things you want sometimes you'll be put through difficult situations in order to learn things to help you on your journey. I've personally been going through things and thought this was the perfect chance to open up about my current emotional state. I talk about the importance of pain and how it can inspire amazing things as well as teach us valuable lessons. Join myself in discussing pain, purpose, and mental health.

#173 - Cxm Productions

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 4 Mar 2024 22:00:00 +0000

Cam aka Cxm Productions is a content creator. On this episode, Cam opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like being raised by his grandparents. Cam goes into detail about his early love for football and how a major leg injury derailed his young career. He talks about transitioning from sports to playing video games and getting into content creation. Cam shares his experience meeting different creators who helped guide him into YouTube and other social media platforms. Also, discussing his passion for helping the local youth, elderly, and homeless with his content. Join us in this authentic conversation on community, content creation, and mental health.

#172 - Hope Shanley

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 19 Feb 2024 22:00:00 +0000

Hope Shanley is a country artist. On this episode, Hope opens up about her family dynamic and what it was like growing up. Hope talks about her early interest in music and how her nerves used to affect her during performances. Also, she explains her reasoning for not going to college and choosing to pursue a career in music. She walks us through what the conversations were like with her parents about her difficult choice. Hope discusses her belief system and faith in God and how that influences her purpose within music. Join us in the powerful conversation on music, faith, and mental health.

#170 - Josh Troiano

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 5 Feb 2024 22:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Josh Troiano makes his third appearance on the podcast last since episode 128 and 87. Josh catches us up on all that has happened since the beginning of 2023 starting with the end of his senior year of high school. He talks about being appreciative of his high school experience and wrapping up the school year. Also, Josh mentions what his summer workouts for college football were like. He explains what his first semester of college was like for him and managing being a D1 athlete. Then, he shares details about running for Seekonk School Committee and why he decided to do that. We get into a discussion about social media and what some of the positive and negative effects it has on society. Join us in this deep conversation on community, discipline, and mental health.

#169 - Eddy Vieira Jr

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 29 Jan 2024 22:00:00 +0000

Eddy Vieira Jr is an entrepreneur and owner of Hunger Breeds Success. On this episode, Eddy opens up about his family dynamic. Eddy shares details about the struggles of growing up in a dysfunctional family at times and how it can shape your personality. He talks about playing sports growing up and how it helped him develop his competitive nature. Then, Eddy discusses the importance of pivot moments and how those moments changed his life. Eddy goes into why he created Hunger Breeds Success and the value of helping others achieve greatness. Join us in this authentic conversation on purpose, grinding, and mental health.

#168 - Gio Depina-Alves

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 22 Jan 2024 22:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Gio Depina-Alves rejoins the podcast for his third appearance since episode 140 and 98. He talks about getting monetized on YouTube for his reaction channel, A0HD. Gio explains the process of getting monetized and what creators need to do to achieve that goal. Also, we discuss the importance of finding your community whether that's in real life or online. Join us in this fun conversation on producing, content creation, and mental health.

#167 - Jon Sisto

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 15 Jan 2024 22:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Jon Sisto returns to the podcast for his third appearance and he was on episode 89 and 47. Jon comes back to talk about his 2022 and 2023 successes and failures. He discusses why he sold his car detailing business and working on managing stress within his life. Also, he talks about switching from blue collar work to white collar and how that transition has been for him. Jon talks about a really toxic breakup that caused his mental health to slip into decline and how prior trauma also added to the chaos. We discuss the value of therapy and the importance of men speaking up about their mental health. Join us in this vulnerable conversation on changing career paths, therapy, and mental health.

#166 - Nick Lancellotti

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 8 Jan 2024 22:00:00 +0000

Nick Lancellotti is a project engineer. On this episode, Nick opens up about his family dynamic and struggling about expressing his sexuality during his childhood. Nick shares details about some of the fear about coming out to your family and friends. Also, he talks about moving away for college and then to New York afterwards. Nick explains how moving to New York helped him gain new perspectives. We discuss the value of moving out of your hometown. Then, Nick talks about getting involved in some activism work regarding taxes and funding wars overseas. Join us in a refreshing conversation on family, travel, and mental health.

#165 - 2023 Year in Review

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 1 Jan 2024 14:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Andrew Brown rejoins the podcast for his third appearance since episode 83 and 32. Andrew catches us up on his coaching experience going high school to women's professional to college football. He talks through some of the challenges and lessons learned over the year being a coach on the collegiate level. Also, he shares details about traveling throughout 2023. We share stories about our travel experiences from the year. Then, we discuss our relationships and how changing our mindset to thinking more positively really helped us find success in dating. Andrew and I talk about our future goals for 2024 and what we hope to achieve. Join us in recapping 2023 and discussing goals for 2024.

#164 - Troy Travassos

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 18 Dec 2023 22:00:00 +0000

Troy Travassos is a Senior Audit Associate. On this episode, Troy opens up about his family dynamic and what it's like being an uncle. Troy talks about playing multiple different sports and figuring out which one he enjoyed the most. He ultimately played football in. high school and eventually walked on in college at UMass Darmouth. Troy shares his early struggles with school and trying to find a career he wanted to pursue. Also, he discusses pursuing a career in accounting and getting his masters degree. Troy worked hard to get into one of the Big Four within public accounting and shares some of his experiences. We talk about the importance of spirituality and healing too. Join us in this powerful conversation on hard work, spirituality, and mental health.

#163 - Andrew Breiter-Wu

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 11 Dec 2023 22:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Andrew Breiter-Wu returns to the podcast for the first time since his appearance on episode 11. Andrew catches us up on everything that has happened since his episode released right before the pandemic. He talks about some of the challenges he faced with running his company, Breiter Planet Properties. Also, we discussed how Andrew has improved his leadership skills over the last decade in the solar industry. We touch on the rise of the 'Solar Bros' and how they are affecting his business. Join us in this awesome conversation on solar, leadership, and mental health.

#162 - Daniel Mendes

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 4 Dec 2023 22:00:00 +0000

Daniel Mendes is a financial communications professional. On this episode, Daniel opens up about his family dynamic and how he felt having parents come from two different upbringings. Daniel talks about his mother dealing with multiple health issues and how that affected his mental health. Also, he shares his motivation to become valedictorian and eventually why he went to Brown University. Then, he mentions his journey to Miami and moving to New York and how that has changed his life. Daniel has recently made a move into content creation and he explains his reasoning and future goals. Join us in this vulnerable conversation on family, travel, and mental health.

#161 - Tucker Sullivan

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 27 Nov 2023 22:00:00 +0000

Tucker Sullivan is a writer and the author of a poem book called 'Relate! One Human To Another'. On this episode, Tucker opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like growing up with a big family. Tucker talked about some of the early signs of anxiety and other mental health related issues that stemmed from childhood. He discusses falling down the path of drugs and alcohol as well as contracting Lyme disease. Tucker shares details into his mental health battle and overcoming those issues to begin his journey into writing his first book. We talked about the benefits of having a outlet to express yourself and the value of talking about your problems through therapy. Join us in this powerful conversation on family, writing, and mental health.

#160 - Devynn Slaughter

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 20 Nov 2023 22:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Devynn Slaughter rejoins the podcast for the first time since his appearance on episode 62. Devynn talks about all his life changes since that episode aired in 2021. He discusses the struggles of entering the full time work force and how difficult the economy is currently. Also, Devynn opens up about becoming a father for the first time and all the emotions going into his daughter's birth. We talk about the value of shrinking your inner circle and taking a step back from social media. Join us in this honest conversation about fatherhood, life, and mental health.

#159 - Abbie Hopkins

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 13 Nov 2023 22:00:00 +0000

Abbie Hopkins is an equine professional. On this episode, Abbie opens up about her family dynamic and what it was like to grow up being outside often. Abbie talks about playing multiple sports and eventually falling in love with field hockey. She discusses the difference of riding horses which is a very individual sport compared to playing a team sport like field hockey. Also, Abbie shares her college experience competing riding and then having to deal with her father's accident during that time. After college, Abbie talks about the struggle of picking a career path, but ultimately decided to chase her passion and work with horses full time. Join us in this fantastic conversation on horses, passion, and mental health.

#158 - Birthday Reflection: Year 28

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Sun, 5 Nov 2023 14:00:00 +0000

On this episode, I go solo to celebrate my birthday and reflect. I discuss some of moments of success and some of the areas I missed my goals. I talk about listening back to prior birthday reflections and how that made me feel hearing those episodes. Also, I share my thought process on how this past year went for myself personally. As well as, mentioning some of the things to do in order to change your life and possible future goals. Join me in celebrating my birthday by reflecting on my past year.

#157 - Richie Oliver

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 30 Oct 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Richie Oliver is a digital marketing associate. On this episode, Richie opens up about his family dynamic and growing up with differing views than his parents and still being able to get along. Richie talks about his early love for acting and music. He discusses acting in many plays throughout school and it helping his acting skills which lead him to pursue a communications degree. Also, Richie mentions how he was an actor at King Richard's fair this year and what that experience was like. Join us in this enthusiastic conversation on acting, music, and mental health.

#156 - Don't Force It

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 9 Oct 2023 13:35:58 +0000

On this episode, I decide to go solo and discuss the topic of not forcing things in your life. Throughout our life journey, we will sometimes force things whether in relationships or creative projects. We will even force things for social media and try to portray things that aren't necessarily reality. Allow things to be and let things happen organically. I share my thoughts on this concept within relationships and how I've learned to let things be. Join myself in this to the point podcast on patience, not forcing things, and mental health.

#155 - Germany Trip Recap

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 2 Oct 2023 21:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Jake Wickham rejoins the podcast to discuss our most recent trip to Germany. Jake talks about what his experience was like first landing in Germany and going to town Bamberg. We describe what the town was like and what some of the differences were that we noticed right away compared to the US. Then, we dive into our time in Munich and going to Oktoberfest. Also, we discuss the value of travel and being able to do that with family. Join us in this amazing conversation on international travel, family, and mental health.

#154 - Brandon Woodward

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 18 Sep 2023 21:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Brandon Woodward returns to the podcast for the first time since episode 67. Brandon catches us up on everything that has happened over the last 2 years. He talks about graduating college and how he struggled to land a job after enjoying the summer. Then, Brandon discusses how he used in psychology degree to get into solar sales and that it helped build up his communication skills even more. We discuss the value of a psychology degree and how you can get into a variety of different fields. Brandon mentions how he ultimately left solar and became a recruiter helping high profile candidates find jobs with companies like Lockheed Martin and Boeing. Also, we continued the conversation from the first podcast on spirituality and learning how to apply things you learn through your journey to help progress in life. Join us in this great conversation on psychology, sales, and mental health.

#153 - Amanda Russo

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 11 Sep 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Amanda Russo is a paralegal, breath work practitioner, and podcaster. On this episode, Amanda opens up about her family dynamic and what it was like being an only child then having her younger cousin move in with her family. Amanda discusses some of the sports she played and her overall high school experience. Then, she moves into talking about going to college to try and become a lawyer. She mentions her early struggles entering the legal industry and how an ayahuasca trip changed her identity. Amanda explains why she tried ayahuasca and how it helped her heal parts of herself. Also, she talks about her weight loss journey and how it led into her discovering breath work and finally creating her podcast. Join us in this unique conversation on healing, mediation, and mental health.

#152 - Renadi Durosier

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 4 Sep 2023 16:00:00 +0000

Renadi Durosier is the studio manager at F45 in South Shore Boston. On this episode, Renadi opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like for him growing up with many siblings. He discusses his relationships with each sibling and what they mean to him. Renadi talks about how he go into soccer and how that was his passion early in and into college. Also, he discusses his path to play at the collegiate level and battling through many injuries along the way. Then, Renadi explains how he got into fitness and ultimately became a coach and trainer. Join us in this amazing conversation on soccer, perseverance, and mental health.

#151 - Noah Berndt

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Noah Berndt is a Spanish teacher and content creator. On this episode, Noah opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like for him growing up with adopted siblings. Noah talks about the role his mother played in his early childhood and about his love for sports. He discusses becoming interested in learning a new language and the opportunities it would bring given his father was from Germany. So, Noah decided to learn Spanish and through a language learning app eventually met his wife who lived in Columbia. He walks us through the decision to travel to Columbia and eventually create a YouTube channel explaining what it is like out there and his travel adventures. Join us in this great conversation on language, travel, and mental health.

#150 - Paul Yvan Koffi

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 14 Aug 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Paul Yvan Koffi is a data engineer and content creator. On this episode, Paul opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like for his family to move from the Ivory Coast to the US. Paul talks about his early introduction into videography, film, and writing and how that sparked an interest in content creation. Then, he mentions how he started going to the gym and that changed his life. He became a personal trainer and began competing in body building and started power lifting as well. Eventually, Paul combined all his passions into one on a YouTube channel about bodybuilding and documentaries about famous body builders and other gym content. Join us in this inspiring conversation on the gym, content, and mental health.

#149 - Originality

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 31 Jul 2023 21:00:00 +0000

On this episode, wALiE rejoins the podcast again to discuss the concept of originality. wALiE talks about why he pushes back on reciting opinions from other creators. We go back and forth on how does someone form their own original opinion. Also, we explain our points on how difficult it truly is to be original. Join us in this intriguing conversation on forming opinions, being original and caring for your mental health.

#148 - Content Isn't Everything

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 24 Jul 2023 21:00:00 +0000

On this episode, I go solo for the first time since my birthday reflection. I decide to discuss my mindset change on how I am producing content. The quality of the content has become way more important to me than just popping out new episodes each week. Also, I open up about my personal life and what's new as well as my future plans. Join me on this solo adventure on social media, content creation, and mental health.

#147 - Mark Furtado

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 17 Jul 2023 21:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Mark Furtado returns to the podcast for the first time since his appearance on episode 101. Mark catches us up on everything he has been up to within the last year. He opens up about figuring out how to prioritize his business, The Artisan. Also, he shares some of his successes in expanding the brand with new products and in new locations. We discuss becoming more self aware and that is okay to be selfish sometimes. Join us in this amazing conversation on business, self awareness, and mental health.

#146 - Tyler Valerio

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 3 Jul 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Tyler Valerio is a veterinary technician. On this episode, Tyler opens up about his family dynamic and how co-parenting impacting him growing up. Tyler shares his experience going to school and trying to find his path throughout high school. He talks about his struggles with alcohol and drugs which eventually became an addiction. Also, Tyler explains how his wife helped him work to become sober and is nearing 2 years now. Then, he discusses how he began working with animals and how that's lead to a career in medicine. Join us in authentic conversation on sobriety, animals, and mental health.

#145 - Adam Gold & Angela Pyne

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 26 Jun 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Adam Gold is a performance coach and Angela Pyne is a graphic designer. On this episode, Adam and Angela both dive into their separate family dynamics and we discuss the importance of family. Adam talks about his love for soccer and how he learned many lessons from it. Angela opens up about doing a variety of different sports. Also, we discuss the value of a college education and the paths that they both took. Angela mentions why she loves graphic designing and Adam shares why he enjoys helping coach clients. Join us in this great conversation on career paths, social media, and mental health.

#144 - Shawn Rivers

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 12 Jun 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Shawn Rivers is a storyteller who plans to help the world, by first helping himself. On this episode, Shawn opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like growing up as the oldest sibling. Shawn talks about why he went to college and how he has tried a bunch of different careers trying to find something he enjoys. Also, he explains why he started his podcast, Growth by Shawn Podcast. We discuss the importance of changing your thoughts and mindset in order to grow. Join us in this authentic conversation on life experiences, connections, and mental health.

#143 - Yexcica Andrea Cappas Santiago

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 5 Jun 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Yexcica Andrea Cappas Santiago is an English adult teacher and self love content creator. On this episode, Yexcica opens up about her family dynamic and being raised in Puerto Rico. Yexcica talks about losing her dad at an early age and how that effected her. She discusses some of the cultural differences in the education system between Puerto Rico and US. Also, Yexcica tells us why she went to college for education and wanting to help immigrants with learning English. We talk about content creating and how frustrating it can be when you don't get the success right away. Join us in this amazing conversation on family, teaching, and mental health.

#142 - Elijah DeAndrade

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 29 May 2023 18:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Elijah DeAndrade rejoins the podcast for the third time and recaps everything that has happened since his last appearance on episode 122. We open up talking about video games and the nostalgia. Elijah discusses his mindset in moving down to Virginia and creating his podcast called the SponCast Podcast. He explains why he interviews people and how meaningful it is to have real conversations. We dive into the impact social media has on us and what we do to deal with it. Join us in this great conversation on podcasting, social media, and mental health.

#141 - Adam Berube

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 15 May 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Adam Berube is a arborist. On this episode, Adam opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like being adopted. Adam talks about being originally born in Guatemala and being put up for adoption as a baby. He discusses his relationship with his family and what's it like having a sibling with special needs. Also, Adam went down to Mexico to try ayahuasca in a spiritual retreat. Adam explains how beneficial the whole experience was and walks us through the entire process for him. Join us in this fascinating conversation on family, spirituality, and mental health.

#140 - A0HD

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 8 May 2023 21:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Gio and wALiE return the podcast to discuss the creation of their YouTube channel A0HD. Gio talks about the decision to end his podcast and pivot to a reaction channel. He mentions his loss of passion for podcasting and wanted to do something he enjoyed more. wALiE was helping co-host Gio's podcast which eventually led to them teaming up for A0HD. Also, Gio joined in the production of wALiE's podcast ' Ever Changing Vibe'. We share laughs talking about content to sports and everything in between. Join us in this hilarious conversation on content creation, friendship, and mental health.

#139 - Vasilis Axios

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 1 May 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Vasilis Axios is a real estate broker. On this episode, Vasilis opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like growing up in a Greek family structure. Vasilis talks about his experience with Greek culture and visiting Greece over the years. He explains his path into sales and how that helped him develop his communication skills. Also, Vasilis dives into the importance of fitness and why he decided to run the Boston Marathon. We share our thoughts on the stability of the United States and how divided we are currently and what we can do to find more common ground. Join us in this authentic conversation on fitness, coaching, and mental health.

#138 - Sam Moreira

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 17 Apr 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Sam Moreira is a hair stylist and makeup artist. On this episode, Sam opens up about her family dynamic. She talks about how art was an outlet for her early on to express herself. Sam discusses trying multiple different jobs before finally going to cosmetology school. Then, finding the salon she currently works at that is extremely inclusive and welcoming. Sam talks about what is was like for her to come out and find her partner. We discuss the difficulties of content creating on social media as well. Join us this vulnerable conversation on cosmetology, love, and mental health.

#137 - Ankit Kotwal

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 3 Apr 2023 21:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Ankit Kotwal rejoins the podcast for the first time since his appearance on episode 22. Ankit catches us up on everything that has happened in his life since that appearance back in 2020. We talk about the importance of sports and how fun it is to play with friends. Also, he mentions switching jobs and how he decided to left his last one which was established in Chicago. Then, he mentions how teaching and tutoring kids in math has become a therapy and passion for himself. We discuss the value of cutting out toxic habits such as drinking. Join us in this refreshing conversation on sports, healthy coping mechanisms, and mental health.

#136 - Tyler Benson

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 27 Mar 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Tyler Benson is a student, musician, and drummer in Sue's Garage band. On this episode, Tyler opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like becoming an older brother to his sister. Tyler talks about getting involved in karate and how it changed his life. He walks through some of the life lessons he learned through karate too. Also, Tyler discusses how the band was started and what it's been like getting more involved in the social media aspect. Join us in this fun conversation on karate, music, and mental health.

#135 - Johnny Costa

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 20 Mar 2023 21:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Johnny Costa rejoins the podcast for the first time since his appearance on episode 92. Johnny recaps everything that has happened within the last year. He talks about traveling and flying on a plane for the first time as well as going to Canada. Also, we discuss the importance of travel and leaving the country to experience new cultures. Then, Johnny explains what he is doing to teach his daughter about her health and the value of eating healthy. We both share our opinions on the state of men and masculinity in society. Join us in this authentic conversation on travel, family, and mental health.

#134 - Aram Diarbian

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 13 Mar 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Aram Diarbian is a graphic design student and artist. On this episode, Aram opens up about his family dynamic and what it's like being a twin. Aram talks about his experience having his senior year of high school being interrupted but covid. Also, he discusses how he got into drawing and art at a very early age in his life. Aram explains his path of high school and finding out his passion for creating digital art. Then, creating a social media page to share his work which eventually blew up and has several viral videos. We talk about the positive and negatives of content creation as well. Join us in this amazing conversation on art, content creation, and mental health.

#133 - Josh Ruiz

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 6 Mar 2023 22:00:00 +0000

Josh Ruiz is a real estate and tech sales professional. On this episode, Josh opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like growing up. Josh talks about playing soccer and how it became a way to make friends too. Also, he discusses the reason he started looking into real estate and how this career has helped me develop his communication skills. We discuss how social media has how people have conversations nowadays. Join us in this great conversation about real estate, communication, and mental health.

#132 - Billy Giannouloudis

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 20 Feb 2023 22:00:00 +0000

Billy Giannouloudis is a life coach and professional speaker. On this episode, Billy opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like growing up with a Greek family. Billy explains how he had to start believing in himself and his ability to speak before his family would see his vision. He discusses some of his reasons why he started working to be a coach and become a motivational speaker. We touch on the importance of sports and how it can build solid principles in people such as consistency and work ethic. Billy talks about his weekly podcast and YouTube channel, Once a Week with Billy G, and how staying committed to his goals of being a speaker really helped him create his business. Join us in this motivational conversation on self-belief, consistency, and mental health.

#131 - Bobby Labossiere & Neil Fisher

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 13 Feb 2023 22:00:00 +0000

Bobby Labossiere is a liquor store manager and video game streamer and Neil Fisher is a mail carrier. On this episode, Bobby and Neil talk about their family dynamics and we discuss the differences between Neil being an only child and Bobby having siblings. Neil discusses the importance of the relationship he had with his grandfather and how he helped him become a man. Then, Bobby and Neil share their memories playing sports and how baseball created a life-long friendship between them. Also, Bobby discusses why he got into video game streaming and walks through some of the early hurdles in being a content creator. Join us in this fun conversation on sports, friendship, and mental health.

#130 - Shaelyn Fiske

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 6 Feb 2023 22:00:00 +0000

Shaelyn Fiske is a soon to be special education teacher for students with mild to moderate and severe intellectual disabilities. On this episode, Shaelyn opens up about her family dynamic and being an only child. Shaelyn walks us through what it was like growing up with an alcoholic father. She talks about how difficult it was for her to process and how therapy played a huge role in learning how to cope with her family struggles. Also, she discusses how her mother being a special education teacher inspired her to pay it forward and help students with disabilities. We had a really raw and vulnerable talk about dealing with loved ones who have addictions and how that effects the family members. Join us in this powerful conversation on addiction, teaching, and mental health.

#129 - David Pedro

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 30 Jan 2023 22:00:00 +0000

David Pedro is a real estate student and a guitarist for Sue's Garage. On this episode, David opens up about his family dynamic. David discusses how his parents' relationship affected his view on what love is. We talk about the concept of love being a choice. Also, he mentions about getting into music at a young age and how it became a creative outlet. He opens up about his decision to not go to a university and focus on real estate and his band. David talks about the creation of Sue's Garage and why he decided to take a step away from social media. Join us in this authentic conversation on love, music, and mental health.

#128 - Josh Troiano

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 16 Jan 2023 22:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Josh Troiano returns for his first appearance on the podcast since episode 87. Josh catches us up on this past year and his senior season as a high school football player. He talks about what it was like preparing for his final year and some of the ups and downs during the season. Also, Josh explains his thoughts and emotions leading up to the big Thanksgiving day game. Then, we discuss the value of friendships and what friendship truly means. Josh dives into the different style of communication and how social media affects us. Join us in this authentic conversation on football, friendship, and mental health.

#127 - Laurel Mulherin

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 9 Jan 2023 22:00:00 +0000

Laurel Mulherin is a personal trainer and photographer. On this episode, Laurel opens up about her family dynamic and growing up in a small town located in Maine. Laurel talks about getting into dance at an early age and how they helped her develop confidence. She discusses how lucky she was to grow up in Maine with the outdoors being her playground. Then, she mentions how she went to college to study history and eventually moved to Europe for several months to travel and work. Once she returned she talked about why she decided to pursue personal training instead of her graduate degree. In addition, she explains why she loves photography as well and what made her start that business. Join us in this fantastic conversation on limiting beliefs, traveling, and mental health.

#126 - 2022 Year in Review

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 2 Jan 2023 22:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Kate Abrames rejoins the podcast for her third appearance since episode 46 and 4. Kate catches us up on everything that has happened since 2021. She discusses how she's become more active on TikTok and we talk about our different strategies on growing an audience. In addition, we review our 2022 and talk about our successes and failures. We both share our experiences being social media content creators and how it affects your mental health. Join us in this authentic conversation on content creation, goal setting, and mental health.

#125 - Jeff LePage

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 19 Dec 2022 22:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Jeff LePage rejoins the podcast for the first time since his appearance on episode 34. Jeff catches us up on what his deployment to the Middle East was like for him. He discusses some of the accomplishments he achieved overseas and opens up about some of the mental struggles he went through. Also, Jeff talks about finally getting the chance to pursue his masters and career in the mental health field. In addition, Jeff tells us about his business that he started called Simple Salt Solutions and the keys behind hydration. We discuss how social media has impacted us in our creative pursuits. Join us in this therapeutic conversation on courage, gratitude, and mental health.

#124 - Damion Daponte

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 12 Dec 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Damion Daponte is a creator of films, comics, and games. On this episode, Damion opens up about his family dynamic and how playing video games helped him connect with friends. We discuss the value of gaming and what it means to him. Also, he talks about getting into martial arts at 18 and how that's taught him many life lessons. Damion walks us through his decision to not go to college and pursue his dream creating film, comics and games. He explains why he started his business, NewTake Media, and what it's like being in a leadership position. Join us in this passionate conversation on passion, content creating, and mental health.

#123 - Cam Sears

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 5 Dec 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Cam Sears is a football coach and maintenance technician. On this episode, Cam opens up about his family dynamic and what it's like preparing for a wedding at a young age. Cam goes into detail about playing football growing up and how he valued having his father as a coach. Then, he tells us about struggling to find a career he enjoyed after high school and choosing not to go to college. Cam talks about coming across coaching and how it gave him so much purpose to help the younger generation in the sport he loved. Join us in this awesome conversation on football, family, and mental health.

#122 - Spontaneous Vibes

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 22:00:00 +0000

On this episode, wALiE and Eli both rejoin the podcast to collaborate on a fun episode. Eli catches us up on what he has been up to since his appearance on episode 55. He discusses the creation of his podcast called Sponcast Podcast and why he does it. Then, wALiE joins in to discuss on the concept of content creation. The title of this episode is combination of the Sponcast and the Ever-changing Vibe hosted by wALiE. We go into depth about highs and lows of podcasting and how we manage the emotions. Join us in this fun conversation on podcasting, friendship, and mental health.

#121 - Zach Lozowski

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 21 Nov 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Zach Lozowski is a musician and guitarist for the band, Sue's Garage. In this episode, Zach opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like being the middle child. He discusses some of the benefits and struggles after graduating in the class of 2020 during the pandemic. Also, he talks about finding a love for music and playing the guitar. Then, how he linked up with his friends during the pandemic and created their band. Zach explains how important it is to have some sort of hobby and we talk about social media content creation. Join us in this fun discussion on music, friends, and mental health.

#120 - Self Care

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 14 Nov 2022 23:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Claudia Valenzuela rejoined the podcast for the first time since episode 73. Claudia catches us up on everything that she has been up to since that appearance. She talks about the pharmacy industry and what has been going on since the pandemic started. Also, she mentions about changing gyms and switching her training style from power lifting. We discuss the importance of creating a workout routine and how that can be self care. In addition, we touch on the concept of self care and what that means in different situations whether its friendships, family, romantic partners, or even work. Join us in this amazing conversation on self care and mental health.

#119 - Birthday Reflection: Year 27

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Sat, 5 Nov 2022 13:00:00 +0000

On this episode, I go solo for another birthday reflection to bring in year 27. I discuss all the things I've personally gone through this past year. Also, I talk about the importance of patience and being more appreciative for the little things in life. As well as, mentioning my future goals for this upcoming year. I recap my Ireland trip with some of the highlights and funny moments. Join me in celebrating another year of life on my birthday reflection.

#118 - Wake Up

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 17 Oct 2022 22:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Zane Propatier rejoins the podcast for the first time since episode 54. Zane catches us up on everything he has been working on since. He talks about working on his latest album '10:30' and the meaning behind the title. Also, we discuss the concept of finding your passion/purpose within life. Zane talks about how his grandfather "woke" him up and how that became the title of this episode. Waking up to your potential is so important and we emphasis the importance of connection. Join us in this conversation on music, passion, and mental health.

#117 - Ciara Conway

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 10 Oct 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Ciara Conway is a pediatric occupational therapy assistant. On this episode, Ciara opens up about her family dynamic and what changing schools was like. Ciara talks about her love for soccer and some of the life lessons she's learned through playing. Also, she discusses why she went school and her path into occupational therapy. She goes into detail of what it is like to work with children who has disabilities. We both open up about our experiences in therapy as well. Joni us in this amazing conversation on helping others, therapy, and mental health.

#116 - Raquel Lima

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 3 Oct 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Raquel Lima is a Veterinary technician. On this episode, Raquel opens up about her family dynamic and what it was like riding horses. Raquel discusses how working with horses created her initial interest in animals. She talks about how amazing horses are and some of the things she learned about them. Also, Raquel mentions her career path after high school and how she began working at a vet clinic around 17. We discuss some of the positive and negatives things she's seen working with animals and seeing this industry. Join us in this discussion on animals, educating clients, and mental health.

#115 - Devon Green Jr

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 19 Sep 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Devon Green Jr is a real estate agent. On this episode, Devon opens up about his family dynamic. Devon talks about what it was like growing up in Jamaica and then eventually moving over to the US. Also, he goes into detail about adjusting to his new environment and cultural differences between the countries. We discuss the values learned through football and Devon explains why he played into college. Then, he mentions why he decided to pursue a career in real estate and some of the things he had to learn entering the industry. Join us in this authentic conversation on real estate, personal growth, and mental health.

#114 - Danny Andrews

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 5 Sep 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Danny Andrews is a salesman and Twitch streamer. On this episode, Danny opens up about his family dynamic. Danny goes into detail about working multiple jobs and developing his work ethic early in his teenage years. Also, he talks about choosing to go into the military after high school and why he ended up getting out. He discusses why he loved video games and how he go into twitch streaming. We share memories of playing video games and the fun we had. Join us in this awesome conversation on adversity, video games, and mental health.

#113 - Myles Ascolese

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 29 Aug 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Myles Ascolese is a music producer that helps create music for artists and social media companies. On this episode, Myles opens about his family dynamic and growing up playing sports such as soccer and baseball. He goes into detail about his own mental health battles and how he's currently working on becoming more emotionally aware. Also, Myles talks about going to college after high school and then dropping out to apply for the Berklee College of Music in Boston. We talk about our experiences moving away from our hometown and Myles explains some of the positive and negatives of living in LA. Join us in this vulnerable conversation on music, emotional intelligence, and mental health.

#112 - Liz Cruso

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 22 Aug 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Liz Cruso is a personal trainer and owner of LC ELITE GYM. On this episode, Liz opens up about her family dynamic and her relationship with her siblings. Liz talks about how basketball was her favorite sport and some lessons learned from playing. Also, she goes on to discuss why she went to college and how post graduation is where she discovered her real passion. Liz explains the reasoning why she opens up her gym and the struggles along the way. We talk about the importance of exercising and how it impacts your mental health. Join us in this awesome discussion about fitness, self identity, and mental health.

#111 - Tyler Pereira

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 15 Aug 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Tyler Pereira is an accounting professional with a passion for personal finance and motivating people to invest in their future. On this episode, Tyler opens up about his family dynamic. He discusses why he played soccer and the value of playing sports. Also, Tyler talks about moving to a new town for high school and how that transition was difficult. He mentions why he went to college and what it was like to work in public accounting. Tyler gets really deep with me as we discuss mental health struggles and highlight the importance of opening up with therapist or loved ones. Join us in this powerful conversation on personal finance, life struggles, and mental health.

#110 - Matt Gallup

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 8 Aug 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Matt Gallup is currently working at an environmental consulting firm and has started his own resale operation where he flips old cars, trucks and other antiques for profit. On this episode, Matt opens about his family dynamic and why his grandparents mention a lot to him. Matt talks about his love for baseball and how his dad coached him along the way. Also, he discusses why he went to college and the reasons behind choosing his career path. In addition, Matt talks about starting his resale operation and why he loves it. We dive into ancestry and the value of knowing where you come from too. Join us in this authentic conversation on family, business, and mental health.

#109 - Sarah Shknevsky

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 1 Aug 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Sarah Shknevsky is a rehab aide in a physical therapy clinic pursuing her dream of becoming a physical therapist. On this episode, Sarah talks about her family dynamic and relationship with her siblings. Sarah mentions how she feel in love with swimming and how injuries derailed her athletic endeavors. Also, she gives us the reasons she went to school to become a future physical therapist. We dive into relationships and how the current dating market place is with dating apps too. Join us in this amazing conversation on helping people, physical therapy, and mental health.

#108 - A Dog's Love

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 25 Jul 2022 22:00:00 +0000

On this episode, I go solo and discuss what a dog's love means to me. I openly discuss the passing of my family's dog of 14 years, Jenna. She was the most loving shih tzu you could ever meet and I talk about what she meant to me. Also, I discuss how a dog's love is one of the closest things to unconditional love there is. As well as, my grieving process and how difficult it was to watch her go. This was one of my more vulnerable episode and I hope all dog lovers can appreciate my message. Join myself in this beautiful celebration of my dog Jenna.

#107 - Marinna Emond

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 18 Jul 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Marinna Emond is a kindergarten teacher and small business owner. On this episode, Marinna opens up about her family dynamic and growing up trying a variety of sports. She discusses playing softball and having her dad as a coach and why that meant a lot to her. Marinna goes on to talk about how she decided to try field hockey and fell in love with the sport and even become a coach after college. Also, we discuss why she became a teacher and what it was like to become one. Then, we talk about the journey of becoming a content creator and why she created a blog and small business. Join us in this vulnerable conversation on teaching, content creating, and mental health.

#106 - Lucia Petruccelli

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 11 Jul 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Lucia Petruccelli is a dancer and PR pro that owns her own small business called Lavender Logos. On this episode, Lucia opens up about her family dynamic and what it was like having a large family. She talks about growing up in New York and the love she has for her siblings. Then, she discusses how her father got covid and the impact that had on her entire family. Lucia mentions the concept of mortality and we discuss being more grateful for the little things. She goes into detail about why she created Lavender Logos and how it went from graphic designing to promoting other smaller businesses. Join us in this authentic conversation on family, social media, and mental health.

#105 - Undeniable

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 27 Jun 2022 22:00:00 +0000

On this episode, wALiE rejoins the podcast for the first time in over a year. wALiE discusses why he chose this identity and created his podcast called Ever Changing Vibe. He talks about how coming on my podcast influenced his decision to really start content creating. We crack a few jokes and exchange some compliments to one another for the motivation we've provided to help us keep creating. He goes into detail about who "Booth Babe" is and how she has helped him become a better podcaster. wALiE walks us through what his 'undeniable rant' is and how that keeps him podcasting too. Join us in this hilarious conversation on comedy, podcasting, and mental health.

#104 - Major Life Decisions

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 20 Jun 2022 22:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Brock Handy rejoins the podcast for the first time since his appearance on episode 6. Brock catches us up on everything that happened since that recording which was December of 2019. He discusses his decision to change his job and the reasons why he did that. Also, Brock recently purchased a home and walked us through that process. In addition to buying a home, he got married as well. These were all major life decisions which inspired the title of this episode. Join us in this refreshing conversation on planning, life goals, and mental health.

#103 - Men's Mental Health

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 13 Jun 2022 22:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Jake Wickham rejoins the podcast to discuss the topic of men's mental health. Jake has appeared on episode 14, 83, and co-hosted the mini series 'The Quarantine Connection'. In honor of men's mental health month, we dive into why men struggle to express their emotions. We talk about the Johnny Depp trial ramifications on how the public views men and abuse. Also, we talk about our personal experiences as men and emphasis the value of therapy. Join us in this deep conversation on emotions, therapy, and mental health.

#102 - Art of Communication

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 6 Jun 2022 22:00:00 +0000

On this episode, I go solo and talk about the art of communication. First, I explain why I am recording this solo episode after dealing with a scheduling issue. Then, I walk through why communication skills are so important to learn. I talk about how valuable journaling and reading are in the development of articulating yourself. Also, I discuss future plans for the podcast and what I aim to accomplish. Join myself in this conversation about communication skills, processing emotions, and mental health.

#101 - Mark Furtado

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 30 May 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Mark Furtado is the brand owner of The Artisan. On this episode, Mark goes into detail about his family dynamic and what it was like growing up. He discusses participating in talent shows throughout his youth and how this sparked his creative interests. Also, he walks us through his high school experience and being apart of Business Professionals of America. Mark goes on to talk about why he created the Artisan and what inspired the logo. Join us in this authentic conversation on mentors, creativity, and mental health.

#100 - Thank You

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 16 May 2022 22:00:00 +0000

On this episode, I go solo to celebrate the 100th recording of the Carroll Connection. I thank everyone single individual who has come on the podcast and shout out a few special people for their support. I talk about my journey from prior to starting this podcast all the way to episode 100. Also, I walk through my mindset through the episodes and how I've grown and changed as a person thanks to my podcast. Join myself in celebrating this podcast's 100th episode and again THANK YOU to everyone who tunes in, shares my podcast, or who comes on as a guest.

#99 - Ulyana Kotava

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 9 May 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Ulyana Kotava is a Holistic Health Practitioner and business owner. On this episode, Ulyana joins the podcast to discuss her family dynamic and life growing up. Ulyana talks about what it was like moving from Belarus at the age of 7 to the US. She mentions some of the early struggles with the language barrier as well as some of the cultural differences. Then, Ulyana opens up about her journey through school and how covid changed her career path to the holistic side of medicine. We both share details about the initial fear of content creating and working through that to find your authentic self. Join us in this awesome conversation family, holistic healing, and mental health.

#98 - Gio Depina-Alves

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 2 May 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Gio Depina-Alves is a producer, freelancer, and podcaster. On this episode, Gio shares details about his family dynamic and getting into music at a young age. He talks about the importance music played in his youth and how it inspired him to get into producing too. Gio moved to California to chase his dreams and discussed some of the hurdles he had to overcome being on his own. We talked about the significance of traveling to new places and discovering yourself. Gio goes on to mention why he created his current podcast, "Mic 'Em Up". Join us in this dope conversation on music, creativity, and mental health.

#97 Juliette Albo

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 25 Apr 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Juliette Albo is a Senior Accountant in institutional asset management at Fidelity. On this episode, Juliette opens up about how she was born and raised in France then moved to the US at age 13. She discusses her family dynamic and how the transition was while dealing with the cultural differences. Juliette talks about how she played sports to make friends after moving and what the educational system in France was like compared to the US. We go on to discuss what our experience was like together in a toxic work environment. Join us in this fantastic conversation on cultural differences, traveling, and mental health.

#96 - Tyler Senecal

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 11 Apr 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Tyler Senecal is an automotive technician and drifts car in his spare time. On this episode, Tyler opens up about his family dynamic growing up. He also talks about his love for skateboarding and his love for the adrenaline rush from more extreme sports. Tyler discusses why he ended up working with cars and how that lead into drifting events. Additionally, Tyler walks us through being a photographer/videographer and what it was like to build his own drift car. Join us in this dope conversation on cars, family, and mental health.

#95 - Ellie Roberts

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 4 Apr 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Ellie Roberts is a elementary physical education teacher, coach, athlete, and Miss USA competitor. On this episode, Ellie opens up about her family dynamic and her early love for basketball. Ellie talks about the role sports played in her life growing up and the impact it had. She goes on to discuss her reasons for going to college and why she chose a career in teaching. Also, Ellie explains what its like to compete for Miss USA and Massachusetts. Join us in this joyful conversation on teaching, competing, and mental health.

#94 - Marleigh Dalton

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 21 Mar 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Marleigh Dalton is a registered nurse in the local Boston area. In this episode, Marleigh opens up about her family dynamic and growing up playing soccer. She talks about some of the lessons that she learned through sports. Also, Marleigh touches on why she decided to go to college and picked nursing. Marleigh discusses some of what it was like to be a nurse during the beginning days of the pandemic. We talk about the importance of fitness and moving your body as well. Join us in the great conversation on nursing, family, and mental health.

#93 - Alex Medeiros

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 14 Mar 2022 22:00:00 +0000

Alex Medeiros is a Health Club General Manager. In this episode, Alex opens up about his family dynamic and lessons learned through playing sports. Alex talks about his struggles in sports at the end of his high school career and why he decided not to pursue college. He discussed the reasons he chose to get into the fitness industry as a trainer and how it turned into a passion. We talked about the importance of reading and educating yourself throughout your life after school ends. Also, we mentioned about our similar experiences traveling and living in Texas. Join us in this refreshing conversation on fitness, travel, and mental health.

#92 - Johnny Costa

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 7 Mar 2022 23:00:00 +0000

Johnny Costa is a local Rhode Island area firefighter/EMT. In this episode, Johnny opens up about his family dynamic and what it was like for him growing up. He discusses his early love for sports especially football. Also, Johnny talks about what it is like becoming a father at a young age. We discuss the importance of creating a healthy environment for children and how crucial it is for development. Johnny mentions why he decided to become a firefighter and what it means to him. Join us in this authentic conversation on parenting, family, and mental health.

#91 - It's Your Journey

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 28 Feb 2022 23:00:00 +0000

On this episode Mike Braga rejoins the podcast for the first time since his appearance on episode 36. Mike catches us up on everything happening in his life from his videography work to photography to movie producing. Throughout this episode, we consistently brought up the idea of respecting your own specific journey. Comparison is usually not helpful when it comes to our own journeys so spend more time focused on yourself in that aspect. Also, we talk about imposter syndrome and how sometimes you may feel out of place in certain scenarios in life. Join us in this dope conversation on videography, life journeys, and mental health.

#90 - Patient With The Process

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 21 Feb 2022 23:00:00 +0000

On this episode, K Lou rejoin the podcast for the first time since episode 29. K Lou catches us up on everything happening in their life from business to dating to life in general. Throughout the podcast, we touched on being patient with yourself in your day to day process. Also, K Lou talked about studying more into being a leader at their job and the skills one must learn to be a good one. Then, we talked about K Lou's relationship and how hard it was to accept love from someone after struggling with dating and being non-binary. Join us in this beautiful conversation on patience, leadership, and mental health.

#89 - Be Intentional

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 14 Feb 2022 23:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Jon Sisto rejoins the podcast for the first time in over a year since his first appearance on episode 47. Jon catches us up on everything relating to his life and business, Last Ride Auto Detailing. We continually touched on the topic of being intentional with everything you do in order to be successful in life which is why I chose this title. Also, I asked him about what he has learned in his first full year of owning his business. Then, we discuss the current dating atmosphere and how important family is when evaluating your wants. We talk about social media and how its impacting everything we do from business to school to dating. Join us in this refreshingly based conversation on intentions, family, and mental health.

#88 - Feeling Stuck

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 31 Jan 2022 23:00:00 +0000

On this episode, I do a solo recorded talk on the concept of feeling stuck in life. Sometimes we have feelings of being stagnant or if things aren't progressing. The hardest part of this feeling is admitting you're actually feeling it. We will do anything to remain comfortable a lot of the time. There is nothing wrong with being comfortable, but when pursuing success you need to learn how to deal with adversity. During this episode, I open up about my own struggles and how I am currently working through them. No one is perfect, but being willing to try is how you should approach life. Join myself in discussing the discomfort of life, growing, and mental health.

#87 - Josh Troiano

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 17 Jan 2022 23:00:00 +0000

Josh Troiano is a student, football player, and aspiring leader. In this episode, Josh opened up about his family dynamic and we discussed the importance of family. Josh talked about his love for the game of football and why he chose it over other sports. Also, he touches on what it's been like to be in high school during covid. Josh also talked about what it was like dealing with a head coaches change this past season. As well as, sharing his excitement for his senior season. Join us in this awesome conversation on football, social media, and mental health.

#86 - Garrick Santos

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 10 Jan 2022 23:00:00 +0000

Garrick Santos is a Certified Personal Trainer in the local New England area. On this episode, Garrick shares details about his family dynamic and what it was like growing up playing different sports. He talked about the valuable lessons learned through playing football and basketball with friends. Also, Garrick discussed why he went to college as well as why he decided to leave to pursue his current career in fitness. We talked about the value of a diet and how it plays into your fitness goals. Join us in this fantastic conversation about fitness, career changes, and mental health.

#85 - 2021 Year in Review

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 3 Jan 2022 23:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Zach Carter rejoins the podcast for the first time since Episode 5. He catches us up on everything that has happened since December 2019. Zach talks about moving to Maryland, starting a new job, getting a dog, and changing as a person. On this episode, we share insight into our 2021 and openly review our year. I discuss everything I went through from managing my emotions, getting a tattoo sleeve, and finishing therapy. Join us in this refreshing conversation on change, self reflection, and mental health.

#84 - Brittany Brackett

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 23:00:00 +0000

Brittany Brackett is a lifestyle couples photographer and recreational dancer. In this episode, Brittany opens up about her family and growing up as an only child. Brittany discusses some of the struggles in her personal life. She went on to talk about how she fell in love with dance and used it to make friends. Also, Brittany talked about how she got into photography and started to do couple photoshoots. Join us in this awesome conversation on dance, photography, and mental health.

#83 - Childhood Friendships

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 6 Dec 2021 19:34:08 +0000

On this episode, Jake Wickham and Andrew Brown rejoin the podcast to discuss the importance of childhood friendships. Jake was on episode 14 and 'The Quarantine Connection' mini series and Andrew was on episode 32 which was a top 10 downloaded episode. Both of them discuss how their lives have changed since their last appearance on the podcast. We reminisce in memories from growing up and playing sports together. Also, we touch on the differences between our childhood versus today's youth and the impact on mental health. Join us in this vulnerable conversation on friendships, sports, and mental health.

#82 - Kira Judd

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 29 Nov 2021 23:00:00 +0000

Kira Judd is an Ohio native who moved to Massachusetts to pursue her dream of becoming a disability law attorney and is currently a part time 3L as well as a bartender. In this episode, Kira talks about her experience growing up in Ohio and family dynamic. Kira discusses how she got into running track and about competing in school. She opened up about a serious car accident while she was hit by a car where her leg was seriously injured. Also, she talked about the mental and physical struggles of recovering from that injury. Join us in this amazing conversation on family, disabilities, and mental health.

#81 - Will Taylor

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 22 Nov 2021 23:00:00 +0000

Will Taylor is a certified Occupational Therapy Assistant at RI Department of Corrections and Eleanor Slater Hospital as well as completing his masters in Occupational Therapy. In this episode, Will opens up about his family dynamic and his early struggles transferring to a private school. Will talks about his love for soccer and how sports helped him connect with friends. Also, he discussed his journey into college and some of the tough obstacles he experienced at that time. We also had a great discussion on social media and how different people use it. Join us in this refreshing conversation on occupational therapy, bettering yourself, and mental health.

#80 - Birthday Reflection: Year 26

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Fri, 5 Nov 2021 18:00:00 +0000

On this episode, I decided to reflect on my birthday and everything that has happened in this past year. Today is November 5th and I recorded this today. Normally, I don't post the same day I record, but I wanted real time vulnerability and honesty. I discuss my success with therapy and what it felt like to start and finish that. Also, I talk about my goals for this next year and what I'm looking to accomplish. Join myself in reflecting on this past year and bringing in year 26!

#79 - Sam Reis

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 1 Nov 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Sam Reis is a real estate paralegal. In this episode, Sam opens up about her family dynamic and what it was like growing up for her. Sam talks about losing her sister to cancer in 2016 and how that impacted her life. She goes on to discuss how her sister was such an inspirational person in her life and motivated her to start cheerleading. Also, we talk about Sam's college and career path into what she is doing currently. Join us in this vulnerable conversation on family, being yourself and mental health.

#78 - Brandon McGuirk

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Brandon McGuirk is a professional ballet dancer for the Utah Metropolitan Ballet. In this episode, Brandon talks about what it was like growing up with multiple siblings living with his parents and grandmother. He discusses how he played different sports until he finally ended up trying ballet. Brandon mentions his journey living in New York and Utah. Also, he talked about his experience visiting Japan too. Join us in this authentic conversation on ballet, travel, and mental health.

#77 - Lizzie Fournier

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 18 Oct 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Lizzie Fournier is a dance teacher, photographer, and content creator. In this episode, Lizzie opens up about her family dynamic and growing up as an only child. Lizzie talks about starting dance at an early and how that impacted her. Also, she discusses changing her major while at college to continue pursing her passion in dance. She goes on to mention how she ended up in her current role and how that lead to her amazing dance videos on social media. Join us in this great conversation on dance, passion, and mental health.

#76 - Cory Zimmerman

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 4 Oct 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Cory Zimmerman is an avid animal lover, dabbler of virtually all sports, open set of ears for anybody who needs a good vent session, and local landscaper. In this episode, Cory shares details of what his childhood was like and playing a variety of sports throughout school. Cory discusses his decision to leave college and learning how to work on his mental and physical health. Also, he talks about his social media post addressing mental health and what was his thought process in sharing his experiences. Cory talks about his hobbies in taxidermy and whittling wood too. Join us in this vulnerable conversation on change, hobbies, and mental health.

#75 - Mike Mackiewicz

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 27 Sep 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Mike Mackiewicz is a local truck driver, YouTuber, podcaster and creator of Corr-E Entertainment. In this episode, Mike shares his life experience as an only child growing up. Mike talks about some the lessons he learned from playing football. Also, he mentions his recent battle with covid and beating it while in the hospital. Later, he goes on to discuss his 10 years of experience making YouTube content which inspired him to begin a podcast too. Join us in this great conversation on content creating, podcasting, and mental health.

#74 - Be Grateful

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 20 Sep 2021 22:00:00 +0000

In this solo episode, I recap on my life since my last solo recorded in March of 2021. I talk about everything from dating advice to my experience recently in therapy. Also, I explain how I've begun switching my mindset to become more appreciative and grateful for the things in my life. Join myself in this short episode about enjoying life, being grateful, and mental health.

#73 - Claudia Valenzuela

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 13 Sep 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Claudia Valenzuela is your friendly neighborhood community pharmacist, power lifter, and mental health advocate. In this episode, Claudia opens up about her family dynamic and how it was having parents who immigrated from Guatemala. She goes on to talk about her high school experience as well as openly coming out about her sexuality. Later on, Claudia discusses her reasons to go to college and pursue a career in medicine. Also, she talks about how she got into power lifting and what it was like to compete. Join us in this fantastic conversation on family, power lifting, and mental health.

#72 - Dan DiFrancesco

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 6 Sep 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Dan DiFrancesco is an environmental scientist and avid hiker. In this episode, Dan talks about his experience being home schooled than transitioning into public school. Dan discusses how he had to overcome losing his mother early in his life and some difficulties he had attending public school. Also, he mentions his reasons for attending college and his journey into his career. In addition, we talk about our shared love for hiking. Join us in this great conversation on family, hiking, and mental health.

#71 - Jocelyn Huftalen

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 30 Aug 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Jocelyn Huftalen is working as a nanny while building her mind, body, soul, and business. In this episode, Jocelyn opens up about her decision to leave school to pursue her passions. Jocelyn talks about her experience being a nanny and how it has really changed her mindset on life. Also, she discusses the reasons she started her own podcast called 'Table Talks'. She mentions some of the coping mechanisms she has learned over the course of her life that have helped her grow. Join us in this fantastic conversation on family, growth, and mental health.

#70 - Adam Horowitz

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 23 Aug 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Adam Horowitz is a marketing major and baseball player at UMass Dartmouth. In this episode, Adam discusses why he chose to pursue baseball versus other sports. Adam talks about his love for baseball and some the struggles he had to overcome in his career. Also, he mentions his viral pitching moment that appeared on Sportscenter and the story behind it all. We talked about how mental the game of baseball truly is and how the lessons from it translate to life. Join us in this great conversation on baseball, school, and mental health.

#69 - Tj Hernandez

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 16 Aug 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Tj Hernandez is a surgical technologist and in his free time loves to write music. In this episode, Tj opens up about his family dynamic growing up and some lessons learned through playing sports. Tj discusses his love for writing music originally started with his desire to write poetry. Also, we talked about social media and the impact that technology has imposed on all types of relationships. Later, Tj goes on to mention why he is pursuing music with a group he's apart of called 'FRZN+CHZN'. Join us in this fantastic conversation on music, social connections, and mental health.

#68 - Jessie Piche

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 9 Aug 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Jessie Piche is a sales professional who currently resides in Providence and she spends her free time visiting friends, getting outdoors to ride her bike and dedicating time to her mental health. In this episode, Jessie opens up about her life growing up and her experience dancing and horse back riding. Jessie discusses her move to Philly for college and then why she ultimately decided to leave to pursue other goals. We have a great discussion on travel and how essential it is to go new places and meet new people. Join us in this fantastic conversation on family, travel, and mental health.

#67 - Brandon Woodward

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 2 Aug 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Brandon Woodward is a psychology major and a local cook. In this episode, Brandon opens up about his life experiences and why he went to college. Brandon talks about his spiritual journey and what led him down this path. Also, we discuss life lessons learned through playing sports. Join us in this great conversation on psychology, spirituality, and mental health.

#66 - Lindsay Petit

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 26 Jul 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Lindsay Petit is soon to be a grad student this fall at Rhode Island College getting a masters degree in Justice Studies. In this episode, Lindsay opens up about her decision to go to college and how through the process she fell in love with school. She mentions on discovering her passion for school and that she may pursue teaching in the future. Also, we share our thoughts on books that we've read on staying present and loving yourself. Join us in this amazing conversation on school, self-love, and mental health.

#65 - Anthony Markey

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 19 Jul 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Anthony Markey is an Implementation Specialist in the accounting/finance realm. In this episode, Anthony talks about his journey through Bishop Hendricken High School and the strong sense of community he felt while attending there. He discusses his reasons for going to college and why he ultimately decided on accounting and business. We share our feelings on the 9 to 5 lifestyle and the importance of exercising for your physical and mental health. Join us for this great conversation on community, business, and mental health.

#64 - Meagan Crossman

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 12 Jul 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Meagan Crossman aka Meagan in the Future is a singer and song writer for the band, Jet Set Future. In this episode, Meagan opens up about her love for singing and performing. She talks about how she got into it by a-cappella and theatre early in her life. Meagan discussed some of her mental health struggles and the support she got to work on it from her band. That support allowed her to seek the proper help which created a family atmosphere for the band. We both had a great dialogue about mental health and the importance of taking time for yourself. Join us in this absolutely authentic conversation on music, perseverance, and mental health.

#63 - Zac DeBlois

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 28 Jun 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Zac DeBlois is an ABA therapist working out of a center based in Cranston. In this episode, he talks about his decision to study psychology and pursue a career helping special need students. He discusses his experience in school and how its impacted his outlook on life. Zac opens up about his hobbies and passions and how they help him keep a positive mental attitude. Join us in this refreshing conversation on psychology, teaching, and mental health.

#62 - Devynn Slaughter

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 7 Jun 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Devynn Slaughter is a marketing major and bartender. In this episode, Devynn joins the podcast and opens up about his love for basketball. He mentions the impact his father had on him and his friends growing up. Also, Devynn discusses his reasons for going to college and the struggle that came with that. We share valuable life advice from our personal experiences. Join us in this great discussion on basketball, marketing, and mental health.

#61 - Nate Merlan

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 31 May 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Nate Merlan is a Public Affairs Coordinator in the field of public health and an aspiring YouTuber. In this episode, Nate opens up about his life journey and how it lead him to be in public affairs. He talks about struggling to find his passions during high school and college. That struggle led him to get into rap and YouTube which he discovered a passion for. We share our unique experiences with each other about finding our passions. Join us in this refreshing conversation about self-awareness, passions, and mental health.

#60 - Jen Boyle

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 24 May 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Jen Boyle is a registered nurse in the float pool in a hospital in Rhode Island. In this episode, Jen opens up about her journey into nursing. She talks about her experience as a early nursing student and the struggle of school. Also, Jen discusses what it was like to be a nurse during the pandemic. She focused on Covid units. Join us in this awesome conversation on nursing, passion, and mental health.

#59 - Korey Lopes

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 10 May 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Korey Lopes is a sales representative for AT&T. In this episode, Korey opens up about having a brain tumor in high school and his recovery following the surgery to remove it. He talks about playing football for the first time and then getting a concussion during his freshman season. His consistent, nagging headaches led him to seek medical help that ended up leading to the discovery of his tumor. Korey openly discusses how his life was changed and his journey since surgery. Join us in this extremely moving discussion on life, perseverance, and mental health.

#58 - Mike Burke

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 3 May 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Mike Burke is a program manager at the Concussion Legacy Foundation. In this episode, Mike shares his early life experiences playing sports. As the podcast progressed, he mentions about why he went to college. Also, Mike talks about his study abroad experience in the UK too. Mike discusses what CLF does to bring awareness to CTE and concussions throughout society. Join us in this great conversation on concussions, travel, and mental health.

#57 - Jackie Sabilla

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 26 Apr 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Jackie Sabilla is a seasoned traveler, SEO analyst, and the most badass spin instructor you'll ever meet. In this episode, Jackie opens up on what it was like being born in the Philippines. She talks about the difference in educational systems and how it was to move to America. Jackie discusses her reasons on switching majors and the struggle of finding something you enjoy doing. We share why we love doing our respected hobbies of podcasting and spin. Join us in this fantastic discussion on cultural differences, finding your passions, and mental health.

#56 - Colby Cyrus

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 19 Apr 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Colby Cyrus is a local budtender, filmmaker, and partial owner of Ski Productions. In this episode, Colby talks about his journey into college and why he chose to attend. He talks about picking a major and changing to a different career after college to pursue his passions. Colby opens up about why he wanted to act and create films. We had a really great discussion revolving about trying new things. Join us in this awesome conversation on acting, filmmaking, and mental health.

#55 - Elijah DeAndrade

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 12 Apr 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Elijah DeAndrade is founder of D.E.Art, a licensed white water rafting guide, podcaster, and your friendly neighborhood afro man. In this episode, Elijah talks about moving out to California and the things he learned while traveling. We discuss the impact of covid and how much we miss traveling freely. He opens up about the reasons he started his artwork and creating designs. Also, we talks a lot about allowing yourself to chase your passions to discover your true self. Join us in this extremely authentic conversation about art, travel, and mental health.

#54 - Zane Propatier

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 5 Apr 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Zane Propatier is a renaissance man and has done things such as creating music and Twitch streaming. In this episode, Zane opens up about the loss of his cousin, step-father, and grandfather. He talks about how important his grandfather was to him and how he impacted his life. Zane mentions why he started writing and recording music. After the loss of several family members, he turned to twitch streaming and even worked on donating to charities to help others with caner diagnosis. Join us in this great conversation about family, self-discovery, and mental health.

#53 - Amanda Lyman

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 29 Mar 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Amanda Lyman is a full time nursing student at Rhode Island College and a server at an Irish Pub. In this episode, Amanda talks about the impact her brothers had on her growing up. She talked about her experiences playing softball and field hockey during high school years. Also, she discussed some of her initial struggles during school and managing the workload with nursing. We talked a lot about the impact of the pandemic on her college experience too. Join us in this great discussion on family, nursing, and mental health.

#52 - Grace Belt

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 22 Mar 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Grace Belt is a frontline worker in a mental health office. In this episode, Grace opens up about her life and reasons why she enjoyed band during high school. As we progressed through the episode, she talks about pursuing a psychology degree and how that process has been. We discuss the impact of working in a mental health career and the importance of speaking out on the issues. Also, we mentioned about how difficult and scary it can be when you are struggling with mental health and how to get help. Join us in this authentic discussion on self-awareness, passions, and mental health.

#51 - Frank Parella

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 15 Mar 2021 22:00:00 +0000

Frank Parella is a personal trainer, nutrition coach, and NPC body builder. In this episode, Frank touches on how concussions ended his sports career in high school and pushed him towards body building. He shares the initial struggle entering the world of body building. Also, we discuss how difficult it is to chase non-conventional career paths. In addition, Frank mentions how exercising is a therapy and really helps improve his mental health. Join us in this authentic conversation on body building, training, and mental health.

#50 - Branden Magalhaes

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 8 Mar 2021 23:00:00 +0000

Branden Magalhaes is a local teacher, content creator, and collaborator. In this episode, Branden opens up about life as the middle child and why he decided to go to college. He talks about graduating school and then deciding to change career paths to become a teacher. In addition, we talk about finding our life passion and how difficult that really is. Also, Branden discusses his new found love for content creating and brand building. Join us in this great discussion on teaching, content creating, and mental health.

#49 - Changing Perspective

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 1 Mar 2021 23:00:00 +0000

In this solo episode, I talk about changing the way we look at things and problems. We are faced with issues everyday and sometimes it can overwhelming. So, the more we change our perspective the easier those situations can be dealt with. Join myself in this quick episode on perspectives, gratitude, and mental health.

#48 - Jacob Teixeira

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 22 Feb 2021 23:00:00 +0000

Jacob Teixeira is a project manager for a BioBanking and Biosolutions company based in Massachusetts. In this episode, Jacob shares his experiences in track during his high school and college career. Also, he talks about struggling with his sexuality and coming out to friends and family. In addition, we talked a lot about mental health and being vulnerable. Jacob talks about the loss of his father and how that's impacted his relationship with his family. Join us in this amazing discussion on sexuality, family, and mental health.

#47 - Jon Sisto

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 15 Feb 2021 23:00:00 +0000

Jon Sisto is the owner of Last Ride Auto Detailing as well as a former firefighter. In this episode, Jon shares his experiences after high school and some his early struggles that led him to the fire department. He talked about how life changing becoming a fire fighter was. Also, in the beginning of the pandemic Jon volunteered to help on Covid units. Jon really opened up about his own mental health battle and how he got himself to where he is now. In addition, we touch on why and how he opened up Last Ride. Join us in this authentic conversation about business ownership, helping others, and mental health.

#46 - Kate Abrames

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 8 Feb 2021 23:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Kate Abrames rejoins the podcast for the first time since her appearance on Episode 4. Kate comes back to share all the things she has learned in the past year about herself and her business. She talks about learning how to manage her business and help others during the pandemic. Also, we dove deep into topics such as vulnerability, gratitude, and self-awareness. Kate talks about how she changed her mindset in the way she looks at her business now too. Join us in this powerful conversation on social media creators, patience, and mental health.

#45 - Andrew Medeiros

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 1 Feb 2021 23:00:00 +0000

Andrew Medeiros is the CEO of Apotho Therapeutics which is a recreational cannabis company. Also, he is founder, majority owner, actor, writer, and producer of Ski Productions LLC. In this episode, Andrew discussed how he found himself in the acting industry. He talks about the struggles he has faced in the industry and how that effects your mental health. We also shared our experiences and lessons learned while creating content. In addition, Andrew talks about his newly released short-film, 'Muddy Water' available on Amazon Prime Video. Join us in this awesome conversation on acting, cannabis, and mental health.

#44 - Eric Lozito

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 25 Jan 2021 23:00:00 +0000

In this episode, Eric Lozito rejoins the podcast for the first time since his appearance on Episode 1. Eric shares what he's been up to since the original drop of the podcast. He talks about buying his first ever home and the challenges of renovating it. Also, we discuss the impact Covid has had on our lives since we last spoke. In addition, Eric talks more about the cannabis industry and things he has learned in the past year. As well as, talking about how his home grow has been going for him. Join us in this refreshing conversation about cannabis, home ownership, and mental health.

#43 - Mike Bozek

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Wed, 20 Jan 2021 23:00:00 +0000

Mike Bozek is an entrepreneur who likes to have his hands in a little bit of everything from butchery to body work therapeutics. In this episode, Mike shares how the loss of his father at a young age impacted his life journey. He talked about moving to California and working with a healer. While out in Cali, he discovered his passion for alternative medicine and the impact on the food we eat. This self discovery really helped Mike find his inner peace and he mentions the importance of meditation. Join us in this naturally healing conversation about alternative medicines, consciousness, and mental health.

#42 - Jon Bibeault

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Sun, 17 Jan 2021 17:00:00 +0000

Jon Bibeault is a local landscaper in the New England area and a video game streamer. In this episode, Jon discusses why he decided to get into landscaping versus going to school or a different trade. He shares how he got into streaming and some of the difficulties along the way. We talked about some of the fear and doubt that comes with starting something new. Also, we shared some stories about hiking and how amazing it is to do. Join us in this genuine discussion about streaming, hiking, and mental health.

#41 - Nicole Matarese

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 11 Jan 2021 23:00:00 +0000

Nicole Matarese is the host of her own podcast called 'Candid With Coley', the co-owner of a small charcuterie business as well as a tax accountant. In this episode, Nicole shares her experiences traveling and working in different states and how that changed her perspective on life. She talks about why she started her own podcast and the struggles that came with it. We talked about similar experiences we both had in toxic work environments and how that drove us to be more of our authentic self. Also, we discussed the importance of self-love and relationship tips. Join us in this amazing conversation about becoming your best self, podcasts, and mental health.

#40 - 2020 Year in Review

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 4 Jan 2021 23:00:00 +0000

In this episode, I talk about my experiences and lessons learned throughout 2020. This is the first episode since I decided to take my month break to work on my mental health. I discuss the loss of Kobe, the pandemic, Covid-19, heartbreak, the loss of my grandfather, and my goals for 2021. I was real honest with how this year impacted me while recording this episode. Also, I shared my plans for 2021 and what I'm looking forward to. Join myself in bringing in the new year and all the blessings it will offer us.

#39 - James Carroll III

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 23 Nov 2020 23:00:00 +0000

James Carroll III is apart of United States Navy in the Security Forces. This episode marks the 1 year anniversary of the podcast. One year ago, I dropped two episodes and one of them being Episode 2 with James Carroll Sr (our grandfather). So, this brings everything full circle for myself. In this episode, James shares his journey into the Navy and how his current experience in Spain has been. He mentions a lot about his inner struggles and battling demons with the help of therapy. We talk about our childhood growing up and the different circumstances we faced. Also, we discussed the importance of self healing and how intimidating it can be to start that process. Join us in this open and honest discussion about family, self healing, and mental health.

#38 - In Memory of James Carroll Sr

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 16 Nov 2020 23:00:00 +0000

On this episode, I talk about the passing of my grandfather, James Carroll Sr, who also appeared on Episode 2. James passed away on November 10th, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. I decided to cope with it the only way I know how and that's feeling my feelings. I discuss how I've been feeling emotionally and the pain of losing a loved one. This episode is raw and straight from my heart, so please understand that before listening. If you haven't please check out Episode 2 featuring James to hear his inspiring words as he faced his diagnosis. RIP James Carroll Sr.

#37 - Birthday Reflection

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 9 Nov 2020 23:00:00 +0000

On this episode, I chose to reflect on this past year in celebration of my birthday, which was November 5th. In the craziness that was 2020, I learned so much about myself as a person. I turned 25 years old and I am so grateful for everything I have. 25 years of life have taught me a lot of things and each day I learn something new. I hope you guys can enjoy this solo episode where I explore my thoughts and feelings from this past year.

#36 - Mike Braga

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 2 Nov 2020 23:00:00 +0000

Mike Braga is a 19 year old Videographer and photographer in Seekonk, Massachusetts. In this episode, Mike shares how he began his young career creating a Youtube Vlog series. He talks about how that drove him to pursue the career he has now and how he went on to shoot concerts, events, and commercials. Also, we talked a lot about stepping out of your comfort zone in order to grow. In addition, we mentioned about our own personal mental battles we've faced. Join us in this pure conversation about videography, passion, and mental health.

The Quarantine Connection: E5

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 26 Oct 2020 22:00:00 +0000

The Carroll Connection Presents: The mini-series, The Quarantine Connection. Hosted by Jared Carroll, Dillon Wickham & Jake Wickham. This bonus content is about everything related to our quarantine experiences and opinions. These episodes are unrelated to the current theme of The Carroll Connection. Please enjoy our funny and real conversations as we try to make sense of this lockdown situation.

#35 - Billy Camara

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 19 Oct 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Billy Camara is the CEO/founder of the clothing brand, Arrogant Billion$. In this episode, Billy shares his love for art and how it started at young age. He talked about cleaning shoes during middle school in order to buy clothes he loved. Billy was so drawn to art and it became his way of expressing himself. He is currently in the process of seeking a tattoo apprenticeship. We talked a lot about doing things you are passionate about in order to be truly happy. Join us in this discussion about art, passion, and mental health.

#34 - Jeff LePage

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 12 Oct 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Jeff LePage is a Healthcare Administrative Officer for the Massachusetts Army National Guard. As well as, a graduate of Bridgewater State University where he studied psychology and business management. In this episode, Jeff talks about the impact his brothers had on him growing up. We talked about the love we both have for sports and how we gained several life lessons from our respected sports. In addition, Jeff talks about his decision to join the National Guard and how his experience has been. Also, we talked a lot about mental health and the importance of taking time to understand yourself. Join us in this awesome discussion on values, chasing passions, and mental health.

#33 - Cammy Garabian

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 5 Oct 2020 22:00:00 +0000

Cammy Garabian is a sophomore at Harvard College who is a member of the track & field team as a shot put, discuss, and hammer thrower. In this episode, Cammy shares her experiences playing football from Pop Warner up through high school. We talked a lot about the stigma of women playing football and how Cammy dealt with it. In addition, we discussed her journey into track & field and how that led her to Havard. Cammy really opened up about her mental struggles leading up to college and managing her own expectations. Join us in this amazingly, powerful conversation on women empowerment, the value of sports, and mental health.

#32 - Andrew Brown

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 28 Sep 2020 22:00:01 +0000

Andrew Brown is a football coach for the Boston Renegades and Seekonk High School. In this episode, Andrew discusses the role that his step-father played in his athletic career and life. He shares his love for the game of football and talks about how injuries plagued his college career. Also, Andrew mentioned about how he mentally struggled during the injury and multiple surgeries. In addition, he transitioned from the playing field to the sideline as a coach and how that process has been. Join us in this authentic discussion on football, family, and mental health.

#31 - Christina Resendes

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 21 Sep 2020 22:00:28 +0000

Christina Resendes is the owner of Mountain Daze Boutique and that is a family owned business. They specialize in women's clothing, shoes, accessories, and much more. In this episode, Christina talks about her journey after high school into the beauty industry before starting her own business. We discussed toxic work environments and how they inspired us to pursue things that we were more passionate about. Also, Christina mentioned how her house burned down in late 2019 and the impact that had on her mental health. Join us in this amazing discussion about starting your own business, self-love, and mental health.

#30 - Recapping w/ Carroll

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 14 Sep 2020 22:00:07 +0000

This 30th episode is dedicated to reflecting on the podcast and everything that has happened to me so far in 2020. I take some time to talk through the positive and negatives of the podcast. I used this episode as a journaling session and did no prior recordings. This is raw and unfiltered on how I've dealt with some of the emotions and feelings that have come to me this year.

#29 - K Lou

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 7 Sep 2020 22:00:14 +0000

K Lou is an artist, paint night instructor, and the owner of the clothing company called Rockit Apparel. In this episode, K Lou talked about the struggle of growing up in a conservative family while trying to open up about her sexuality. We discussed the importance of being yourself and the growing support for the LGBTQ community over the years. Also, K Lou talks a lot about coming into her own and becoming an artist. The passion she developed for art and helping others was a huge factor into her starting Rockit Apparel. Join us in this beautifully, open-minded discussion on self-love, sexuality, and mental health.

#28 - Nathan Ribeiro

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 31 Aug 2020 22:00:09 +0000

Nathan Ribeiro is a Physician Assistant student at the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Services and a former EMT. In this episode, Nathan decided to make this conversation a message to his former self. Also, he talks about the impact of working for the family business before choosing to chase something he was more passionate about. In addition, we discussed our mental health and the significance of opening up about our feelings. Join us in the conversation about self-love, family, and mental health.

#27 - Steve Mortensen

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 17 Aug 2020 22:00:19 +0000

Steve Mortensen is a local barber in Bristol, Rhode Island. In this episode, Steve shares his experience on growing up in foster care. He talks about traveling to multiple states and how it was to finally find a home in Seekonk, Massachusetts. Also, he discusses what is like to have a son who was diagnosed with Autism and becoming a father. In addition, he talks about how he became a barber and the inspiration behind that. We talked a lot about mental health and creating a personal brand tied to our passions. Join us in this extremely vulnerable conversation about foster care, special needs, and mental health.

#26 - Brent Rebelo

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 10 Aug 2020 22:00:09 +0000

Brent Rebelo is a construction supervisor for his family business and a combat medic in the US Army National Guard. In this episode, Brent shares what it was like to join his father's company and work in construction. He mentions about how his mother adopted two children and what that experience was like. We talked about Brent's decision to join the Army and how it's become his passion. Also, we discussed the importance of traveling to other countries to broaden our perspectives. Join us in this exciting conversation about family, military, and mental health.

#25 - Julianna Fonseca

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 3 Aug 2020 22:00:03 +0000

Julianna Fonseca is the owner of Geoff's Superlative Sanwiches in Providence, Rhode Island and will be attending law school at Roger Williams University in the fall of 2020. In this episode, Julianna shares how her family started Geoff's and why they did it. She talks about life after college and some of the struggles she encountered. We both shared similar experiences in toxic work environments which lead us to become more purpose driven. Also, we discussed her mental health battles and how that impacted her journey. Join us in this amazing conversation on life purpose, mental health, and family.

#24 - Isaiah Sanchez

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 27 Jul 2020 22:00:08 +0000

Isaiah Sanchez is a security agent at Alternative Compassion Services in Massachusetts. ACS is medical cannabis company and is a very reputable brand in the cannabis industry within Massachusetts. In this episode, we talked a lot about Isaiah's battles with his own trauma and mental health. Isaiah shared how he felt after losing his father in 2017 and how it impacted him. We got deep talking about the impact of depression and anxiety on men in 2020. Also, he mentions about breaking out of the anxiety cage and becoming who he wants to be in life. This episode is a perfect example about overcoming trauma and still being positive. Join us in this beautifully powerful conversation on trauma, healing and mental health.

#23 - Jordyn Klegraefe

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 13 Jul 2020 22:00:25 +0000

Jordyn Klegraefe is a licensed esthetician and freelance makeup artist in the New England area. In this episode, Jordyn shares why she decided to get into the makeup industry. She talks about how she got into it early on in her life and how its become her passion. We discussed women empowerment and inequalities women face in 2020. Also, we got heavy into a discussion on therapy and mental health. Join us in this amazing conversation about makeup, family, and mental health.

#22 - Ankit Kotwal & Isaac Elkhoury

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 6 Jul 2020 22:00:08 +0000

Ankit Kotwal is a software consultant for a Fin-Tech start-up in Chicago and Isaac Elkhoury is a senior at the University of Massachusetts-Dartmouth studying business marketing. In this episode, Ankit and Isaac talked about their nationalities and how they were raised. Ankit is Indian and Isaac is Lebanese. Though their cultures may differ, they shared a lot of similar experiences which led to them being such great friends. We mentioned how sports can transcend everything to unite people. In addition, we talk about mental health and how it's viewed from their culture's perspective. Join us in this extremely raw conversation on differing cultures, passion for sports, and mental health awareness.

#21 - Ryan Vincente

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 29 Jun 2020 22:00:14 +0000

Ryan Vincente is a territory sales manager for Samsung Electronics America. He went to community college before transferring to UMass Boston for a communications degree. We talked about his college experience and how he learned how to apply himself better after high school. Also, we touched on health and what he has been doing during the quarantine. Ryan shares his recent success eating healthier and working out more consistently. In addition, we talked about our mental health and the importance of taking care of your mind. Join us in this really funny and authentic conversation about college, health, and mental health.

#20 - Kaileigh Petit

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 22 Jun 2020 22:00:01 +0000

Kaileigh Petit is a student nurse intern at local hospital in the New England area. In this episode, Kaileigh discussed her journey into nursing and why she chose this path. She shares her experiences during this Covid-19 pandemic and how the health care system has dealt with the stress. We also talked about her new side hustle with Poshmark where she is a reseller. The importance of having a side hustle or hobby is crucial for self care and growth. In addition, we had a great conversation about mental health and her experiences at a mental health clinic. Join us in this super passionate discussion about nursing, passions, and mental health.

#19 - Matt Ferreira

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 15 Jun 2020 22:00:13 +0000

Matt Ferreira is a information security engineer and an investor who has a few different properties. In this episode, Matt shares how his parents had got him involved in demolition and remodeling properties at an early age. Those experiences paved the way for Matt to get into investing and property management. We talked about being financially responsible especially in a time like now. Also, we talked about the importance of mental health when working on yourself and building a brand. Join us in this discussion of finances, investing, and mental health.

#18 - Angelo Sabatini

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Sun, 31 May 2020 23:44:52 +0000

Angelo Sabatini is a full time personal trainer at Equinox in the New England area and has a degree in nutrition to go along with that from Johnson & Wales University. In this episode, Angelo shares his reasons for why he decided to pursue a career in the fitness industry. He talks about wanting to inspire others in taking more pride in their health both physically and mentally. Also, we discussed how this quarantine has effected him and how he has worked around that to provide content on social media for clients. Self awareness was a huge topic throughout this episode and acknowledging where we are as people in our own lives. Join us in this discussion of fitness, mental health, and the impact of self reflection.

The Quarantine Connection: E4

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 22:00:09 +0000

The Quarantine Connection: E3

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 20 Apr 2020 23:00:04 +0000

The Quarantine Connection: E1

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 13 Apr 2020 23:05:18 +0000

The Quarantine Connection: E2

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 13 Apr 2020 23:05:18 +0000

The Quarantine Connection: Intro

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 13 Apr 2020 23:00:03 +0000

#17 - Current Events: March 2020

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 30 Mar 2020 23:00:02 +0000

In this solo episode, I look back on what I have accomplished with my podcast since launching in 2019. This is the second solo episode that I have recorded. I discuss the very hot topic of COVID-19 and the impacts of this virus on modern life. While talking about the anxiety the comes with a pandemic and how to stay calm. I have begun meditating more and I share my experience as I try to learn more. Also, I went to a float deprivation tank in Rhode Island. Meditation is so important to practice if you are experiencing any kind of struggle in your life. Join me in this episode as I share my thoughts on what's happening now!

#16 - Keanu Baltazar

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 23 Mar 2020 23:00:02 +0000

Keanu Baltazar is currently a full-time law student at Suffolk University Law School and law clerk at the Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance in Boston. In this episode, we discussed Keanu's journey into law school and why he decided to enroll. Also, Keanu shares his love for basketball and how an injury in college changed his mindset going forward. Basketball and fitness played a huge role in Keanu's life growing up. We talked about the current hot topic of COVID-19 and shared our thoughts on the issue. In addition, we shared our thoughts on the importance of family and being connected with others. Join us in this refreshing take on school, family, and staying healthy and positive during difficult times.

#15 - Cam Hutcheon

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 16 Mar 2020 23:00:05 +0000

Cam Hutcheon is a petroleum fuel transfer technician for Ryder and a military police officer for the Army. In this episode, Cam opened up about losing his twin brother in a car accident in 2014. We talked about what it is like to lose someone you are close to and how the grieving process is different for everyone. He shared some memories of his brother from their Pop Warner football days from when they were younger. Also, we discussed why he decided to enlist in the Army and what basic training was like. He mentioned his experience in the fitness industry as well and how important it is to be active. Join us in this powerful discussion about grief, family, and being positive in life.

#14 - Jake Wickham & Dillon Wickham

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Tue, 3 Mar 2020 00:00:33 +0000

Jake Wickham is a Sales Specialist selling exterior home and commercial building materials in Southern New England. Dillon Wickham is currently a senior at Seekonk High School in Massachusetts and is expected to graduate this spring. In this episode, Jake and I talked about our college experience and give Dillon some advice on what to expect. Dillon shares his thoughts on what it is like to be a high school student in 2020. Jake and I compared our high school experience to Dillon's. Also, we discussed the impact of their father had on them growing up. Jake talks about his knowledge on concussions and the impact of contact sports. Join us in this super fun and engaging conversation about school, family, and health.

#13 - Taylor Agnew

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Tue, 25 Feb 2020 00:00:05 +0000

Taylor Agnew is a plumber working for Arden Engineering located in Rhode Island. He is certified by the American Sports & Fitness Association as an advanced cyclist instructor. In this episode, Taylor talked about life as a plumber and how he ultimately ended up in that industry. Also, we talked about how football played a huge role in both of our lives growing up. Taylor experienced an awful injury during his freshman year of high school that changed his perspective on life. Sports introduced Taylor into the fitness world and he's fallen in love with it ever since then. We discussed the importance of exercising and eating healthy as well. Join us in our conversation about love for sports and living a happy, healthy life.

#12 - Tracy Moszkowicz

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Tue, 18 Feb 2020 00:00:02 +0000

Tracy Moszkowicz is currently a full-time graduate student at Bridgewater State University studying exercise science. She is also a part time personal trainer and nanny. In this episode, we discussed how her parents grew up in Poland and immigrated to the US. Tracy talks about the family values her parents taught her and the different perspective she gained growing up in a Polish household. Also, she explains how her love for soccer taught her many life lessons and guided her towards fitness. Through this conversation, we discuss the impact of social media on the youth and fitness industry. Join us in this amazing discussion of family values, fitness, and the impact of social media.

#11 - Andrew Breiter-Wu

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Wed, 5 Feb 2020 00:00:27 +0000

Andrew Breiter-Wu is the President and Investment Manager of Breiter Planet Properties. Breiter Planet Properites is a solar energy company that has four main focuses which consist of monetizing real estate, invest capital, developing solar projects and acquiring existing projects. In this episode, Andrew discusses the reasons he decided to build his own company. Also, we talked about the influence of his mother. He mentions what it was like to work for Solar City and Tesla and how that guided him towards the solar industry. Andrew loves the concept of networking and building those connections to further his company in this fast-growing industry. Join us in this informative episode about taking a leap of faith and pursuing your dreams.

#10 - Alexx Medeiros

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Wed, 29 Jan 2020 00:00:03 +0000

Alexx Medeiros is currently the Vice President of Dent Pros located in West Warwick, Rhode Island. During this episode, Alexx talks about the struggles he faced early in his life dealing with separated parents. As well as, getting involved with the wrong people and drugs. He touches on a few different life stories that shaped him into the man he has become. In a profound experience, he was turned to Christianity. This religion changed the way Alexx viewed life and ultimately put him on the path to becoming a better person. Life is all about growth and constantly working to be your best self. Join us in this eye-opening episode about life, second chances, and family.

#9 - Mat Medeiros

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Tue, 14 Jan 2020 00:00:29 +0000

Mat Medeiros is currently finishing his Masters in bio-technology at Framingham State University in Massachusetts. He is also the President of a new recreational cannabis company called Apotho Therapeutics LLC. Apotho Therapeutics will be open in 2020. During this episode, we discuss the influence of Mat's father, Ed Medeiros, who is the CEO of East Commerce Solutions in East Providence, Rhode Island. Mat goes into detail about all his siblings and how each have taught him valuable life lessons. Mat touches on what led him to venture into the cannabis industry. As well as, talking about mental health and addictive pharmaceuticals. Join us in this really passionate conversation about chasing dreams.

#7 - 2019 Year in Review

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 6 Jan 2020 21:00:08 +0000

2019 was a insane year of life changing experiences for myself. In this episode, I do my first solo recorded podcast talking about what happened this past year. Recorded on New Years Day 2020, I discuss how I lost over 20 pounds changing my diet and workout habits. Also, I talk about traveling all over the US, as well as, visiting my older brother in Spain. In addition, I begin planning for 2020 and mention what my goals are going forward. Join me in discussing 2019 as a whole and what's to come in the future.

#8 - Tracy Carroll-Corcoran

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 6 Jan 2020 21:00:08 +0000

Tracy Carroll-Corcoran is a preschool teacher in the Rhode Island area and has been teaching for over 25 years. She has a Bachelors degree from Rhode Island College specifically geared towards teaching pre-k through 2nd grade. In this episode, we discuss the state of the teaching and the importance of educating young children. Also, we talk about her struggling to have children of her own and the joy of eventually becoming a mother. Tracy discusses the difference in growing up today versus when she was a child. Join us in this inspiring discussion about motherhood and teaching young children.

#6 - Brock Handy

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 30 Dec 2019 09:00:08 +0000

Brock Handy is a sales manager at the Fit Factory located in Foxboro, Massachusetts. The Fit Factory is a fairly new gym that has several locations in Massachusetts and Texas. They offer a variety of services that include yoga, spinning, functional training and much more. In this episode, we discuss the loss of his mother to breast cancer in 2016. Brock shares his perspective on life and the struggle of learning of his mother's diagnosis as he transitioned into a new high school. Also, we talk about how he helped start a football club at Johnson & Wales University located in Providence, Rhode Island. Join us in this amazing conversation about Brock's journey through life.

#5 - Zach Carter & Rob Fontaine

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Mon, 23 Dec 2019 05:00:04 +0000

Zach Carter is a quality engineer at Nova Biomedical Corporation and Rob Fontaine works in law enforcement. On this episode, we discuss the impact of Zach losing his father at 8 years old and Rob being raised mostly by his mother. Zach discusses the importance of his mother growing up too. Also, we talk about the importance of maintaining a healthy mindset and lifestyle. During this conversation, we mention how sharing life stories can be used as inspiration for others. Rob talks about the impact that fitness and video games have played in his life. As well as, Rob moving around a lot during his childhood that eventually lead him to Seekonk, Massachusetts. Join us in this inspiring discussion of important role models, healthy lifestyles and motivating others through life experiences.

# 4 - Kate Abrames

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Tue, 17 Dec 2019 00:00:23 +0000

Kate Abrames is a distributor for Monat products. Monat is globally recognized for producing revolutionary hair and skin care items. They are taking the beauty industry by storm and are continuing to expand rapidly through social marketing. In this episode, Kate talks about what lead her to join Monat. Also, we touch on what is social marketing and stepping outside of your comfort zone on social media. In addition, we discuss the passing of our close friend Hayley M. Sanford and the impact she had on our lives. Join us in this powerful conservation about life and positivity.

#3 - Kerri Peterson-Weaver

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Tue, 10 Dec 2019 00:00:06 +0000

Kerri Peterson-Weaver is a licensed mental health counselor, registered dance movement therapist, and yoga teacher. She is also the founder of Create Balance Counseling and Wellness located in Cranston, Rhode Island. On this episode, we discuss her mother, Kathy Peterson, who was struck by a drunk driver on May 9th, 1982. The accident had left Kathy as a quadriplegic. In addition, we talk about caring for her mother and how that eventually lead her towards the career she has today. Join us in our discussion of her inspiring journey to help others and raise mental health awareness.

#2 - James Carroll Sr

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 00:00:16 +0000

James Carroll Sr is my grandfather and co-owner of Art and Soul Gifts located in Cranston, Rhode Island. Recently, diagnosed with stage four lung cancer, James shares his perspective on life and the reality of dealing with his diagnosis. In addition, explains how he uses alternative medicines to help deal with the pain. Also, we talk about his journey into opening a gift shop. Join us in this discussion of life and how to stay positive.

#1 - Eric Lozito

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 00:00:16 +0000

Eric Lozito is a lead budtender at Alternative Compassion Services located in Bridgewater, Massachusetts. ACS is a medical cannabis facility, that is one of New England's best and provides amazing quality products to their patients. Join us in our discussion of his journey into the cannabis industry and the struggles along the way.

Introduction

thecarrollconnection1@gmail.com (Jared Carroll) — Wed, 13 Nov 2019 00:38:21 +0000

This is a show trailer that explains who I am (Jared Carroll) and why you should care about my podcast. In this episode, I will touch base on the concepts of the podcast. Also, I give a couple shoutouts to the creators of the intro music and cover art background. Legal disclaimers are included in this episode too.