Episodes
Scott Edwards - Comedy Club Pioneer & Entrepreneur
In this episode of The Tragedy Academy Podcast, hosts Jay Hicks and cohost Gary DeFranco explore the fascinating world of comedy clubs and entrepreneurship with guest Scott Edwards, a true pioneer in the comedy scene. 🎙️ Scot...
Scott Edwards - Comedy Club Pioneer & Entrepreneur | Video
In this episode of The Tragedy Academy Podcast, hosts Jay Hicks and cohost Gary DeFranco explore the fascinating world of comedy clubs and entrepreneurship with guest Scott Edwards, a true pioneer in the comedy scene. 🎙️ Scot...
Embracing Vulnerability: A Journey to Self-Love with Furkhan Dandia
In this deeply reflective episode of The Tragedy Academy Podcast, Jay speaks with Furkhan Dandia, exploring the transformative power of embracing vulnerability, understanding masculinity in the modern world, and the path to s...
Embracing Vulnerability: A Journey to Self-Love with Furkhan Dandia | Video
In this deeply reflective episode of The Tragedy Academy Podcast, Jay speaks with Furkhan Dandia, exploring the transformative power of embracing vulnerability, understanding masculinity in the modern world, and the path to s...
Navigating Creativity and Adversity with Stephen V. Stone
In this episode of The Tragedy Academy Podcast, Jay Hicks and cohost Gary DeFranco speak with Stephen V. Stone. We explore the incredible journey of an award-winning filmmaker who has faced significant personal challenges, in...
Navigating Creativity and Adversity with Stephen V. Stone | Video
In this episode of The Tragedy Academy Podcast, Jay Hicks and cohost Gary DeFranco speak with Stephen V. Stone. We explore the incredible journey of an award-winning filmmaker who has faced significant personal challenges, in...
Unveiling Synesthesia: Heather Eck's Artistic Journey
In this captivating episode of The Tragedy Academy Podcast, host Jay delves into the colorful world of Heather Eck, a multimedia abstract artist known for her intuitive painting and unique synesthetic experiences. Discover ho...
Unveiling Synesthesia: Heather Eck's Artistic Journey | Video
In this captivating episode of The Tragedy Academy Podcast, host Jay delves into the colorful world of Heather Eck, a multimedia abstract artist known for her intuitive painting and unique synesthetic experiences. Discover ho...
Bonus Detention: "Generational Gaps and Unconventional Wisdom"
"Detention" Warning: Expect offbeat humor and unexpected tangents in our 'Detention' episodes. It's not your usual Tragedy Academy fare – perfect for a light-hearted listen, but maybe not for those seeking serious topics. Lis...
Transformations Through Psychedelics: Adam Butler's Journey
In this episode of The Tragedy Academy Podcast, Jay speaks with Adam Butler, a psychedelic philosopher and passionate DMT psychonaut. Together, they delve into Adam's transformative journey through psychedelics, overcoming ad...
Transformations Through Psychedelics: Adam Butler's Journey | Video
🎙️ In this episode of The Tragedy Academy Podcast, Jay speaks with Adam Butler, a psychedelic philosopher and passionate DMT psychonaut. Together, they delve into Adam's transformative journey through psychedelics, overcoming...
The Power of Art and Personal Identity: A Conversation with Iden
In this engaging conversation, Jay from the Tragedy Academy is joined by TA alum Iden Crockett, a multimedia artist and first responder. Iden expresses her frustrations with artists' struggles with algorithms and trends on pl...
The Power of Art and Personal Identity: A Conversation with Iden | Video
In this engaging conversation, Jay from the Tragedy Academy is joined by TA alum Iden Crockett, a multimedia artist and first responder. Iden expresses her frustrations with artists' struggles with algorithms and trends on pl...
Tickle Me Florida: Unearthing the Hilarity of Human Nature with FMOFM
In this episode of The Tragedy Academy Podcast, Jay is joined by special guests from the Florida Man on Florida Man podcast, Wayne McCarty and Josh Mills, for a light-hearted yet insightful discussion on the unexpected and of...
Tickle Me Florida: Unearthing the Hilarity of Human Nature with FMOFM | Video Edition
In this episode of The Tragedy Academy Podcast, Jay is joined by special guests from the Florida Man on Florida Man podcast, Wayne McCarty and Josh Mills, for a light-hearted yet insightful discussion on the unexpected and of...
Exploring Psychedelics and Mental Wellness with Matt Zemon
In this episode of The Tragedy Academy Podcast, Jay and Gary are joined by Matt Zemon, an explorer of consciousness and a proponent of psychedelic-assisted therapy. They delve into the transformative power of psychedelics in ...
Exploring Psychedelics and Mental Wellness with Matt Zemon - Video Edition
In this episode of The Tragedy Academy Podcast, Jay and Gary are joined by Matt Zemon, an explorer of consciousness and a proponent of psychedelic-assisted therapy. They delve into the transformative power of psychedelics in ...
The Covert Control of Cults: Peter Young's Story
Welcome to The Tragedy Academy, a show created to bridge societal divides in a judgment-free zone using candor and humor. In this episode, hosts Jay Hicks and Gary DeFranco are joined by Peter Young, a former sports broadcast...
Ivan ”Flipz” Velez: Breaking Beats to Olympic Seats - A Dance Revolution”
In this episode of The Tragedy Academy Podcast, host Jay Hicks, joined by the world-renowned breakdancer, host, and Olympic judge, Ivan "Flipz" Velez, dives deep into the evolution of breakdancing and the power of resilience....
Special Video Episode! Ivan ”Flipz” Velez: Breaking Beats to Olympic Seats - A Dance Revolution”
In this episode of The Tragedy Academy Podcast, host Jay Hicks, joined by the world-renowned breakdancer, host, and Olympic judge, Ivan "Flipz" Velez, dives deep into the evolution of breakdancing and the power of resilience....
Embracing ADHD: A Journey of Authenticity and Self-Discovery
In this enlightening episode of The Tragedy Academy Podcast, host Jay Hicks is joined by guest Kelly Baums, a former teacher and library media director turned ADHD coach and content creator. Together, they delve into the comp...
Bonus video! Embracing ADHD: A Journey of Authenticity and Self-Discovery
In this enlightening episode of The Tragedy Academy Podcast, host Jay Hicks is joined by guest Kelly Baums, a former teacher and library media director turned ADHD coach and content creator. Together, they delve into the comp...
Bonus Video! Detention: Indie Films & Unscripted Laughs
"Detention" Warning: Expect offbeat humor and unexpected tangents in our 'Detention' episodes. Not your usual Tragedy Academy fare – perfect for a light-hearted listen, but maybe not for those seeking serious topics. Listener...
Bonus! Detention: Indie Films & Unscripted Laughs
"Detention" Warning: Expect offbeat humor and unexpected tangents in our 'Detention' episodes. It's not your usual Tragedy Academy fare – perfect for a light-hearted listen, but maybe not for those seeking serious topics. Lis...