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Episode 111 - Amir Yassai - Just Be Kind thetragedyacademy.com Summary In this episode of the Tragedy Academy, we sit down with Amir Yass, digital creator, and LGBTQ activist. As a queer Muslim man, Amir has faced discrimination from all sides - even from other LGBTQ individuals. This discrimination inspired…

Season Closer! This week on The Tragedy Academy, Jay welcomes back musician and executive producer, Gary DeFranco, for a very special episode: The Tragedy Academy’s season finale! This is TA’s last episode before taking a short hiatus to come back even bigger and better. Jay covers some of the highlights…

Our preconceived notions can keep us from experiencing great things - like Gary missing out on Mac Miller while he was still here with us. Did you ever hate something for no reason? Did you discover later that you were missing out?

Episode 114: Ben Dykstra - The Rolling Dragon This week on the Tragedy Academy, Jay introduces Ben Dykstra, a.k.a. The Rolling Dragon. Born with Spastic Cerebral Palsy, Ben hasn’t let his disability limit his potential. Ben is a talented voice actor with tireless perseverance in a field that can be…

Was your first date this good? Were you also offered a doobie like Ellie? 👀

Season Closer! This week on The Tragedy Academy, Jay welcomes back musician and executive producer, Gary DeFranco, for a very special episode: The Tragedy Academy’s season finale! This is TA’s last episode before taking a short hiatus to come back even bigger and better. Jay covers some of the highlights…

Episode 112 - Michael Anthony - Think Unbroken In this episode of the Tragedy Academy, Jay brings trauma survivor and life coach, Michael Unbroken, on to the show. Michael is the host of his own podcast, “Think Unbroken”, where he invites experts, researchers, psychologists, and therapists to discuss healing from…

Check out some BTS of our upcoming interview with Ellie Neidhart wife of the late Jim "The Anvil Neidhart" releasing on Father's Day 6/19. Such an amazing person, guest and family! #wwe #wrestling #podcast #thetragedyacademy

Episode 112 - Michael Anthony - Think Unbroken In this episode of the Tragedy Academy, Jay brings trauma survivor and life coach, Michael Unbroken, on to the show. Michael is the host of his own podcast, “Think Unbroken”, where he invites experts, researchers, psychologists, and therapists to discuss healing from…

More BTS of our upcoming interview with Ellie Neidhart wife of the late Jim "The Anvil Neidhart" releasing on Father's Day 6/19. Such an amazing person, guest and family! #wwe #wrestling #podcast #thetragedyacademy #grateful

Season Closer! This week on The Tragedy Academy, Jay welcomes back musician and executive producer, Gary DeFranco, for a very special episode: The Tragedy Academy’s season finale! This is TA’s last episode before taking a short hiatus to come back even bigger and better. Jay covers some of the highlights…

Happy Monday Academics! Get a sneak peek of our next guest here ⬆️ Rapper and hip-hop artist reveals a bit about his start in music.

I have been challenged to put more content of me being me on social media. Not many of you know, but this is waaaay out of my comfort zone. Having body dysmorphia and growing up with bullying and abuse can make something as simple as making an Instagram reel difficult…

Episode 112 - Michael Anthony - Think Unbroken In this episode of the Tragedy Academy, Jay brings trauma survivor and life coach, Michael Unbroken, on to the show. Michael is the host of his own podcast, “Think Unbroken”, where he invites experts, researchers, psychologists, and therapists to discuss healing from…

6/27! Jay and Gary discuss authenticity with rapper and hip-hop artist Matthew Scheall #hiphop #rapper #podcast #thetragedyacademy

Coming 6/26 - Gary talks with rapper and hi-hop artist about the need for positive reinforcement. #motivation #rapper #hiphop #thetragedyacademy #podcast

New studio is wrapping up! Standby for new guests! #podcast #podcastersofinstagram #podcaststudio #grateful

Getting closer! Sunday June 19th our interview with Ellie Neidhart releases. If you’d like to hear this episode or other guests, follow the link in our bio to our website. You’ll find past guests, videos, merch and more. #podcast #thetragedyacademy #wwe #theneidharts #wwelegends

This Week! Special Guest: Katie Chonacas - KYRIAKI Summary This week on the Tragedy Academy podcast, Jay rolls out a very big welcome for the talented multi-disciplinary artist, Katie Chonacas (aka KYRIAKI). Not only has Katie acted in numerous productions with A-list stars, but she also recently released a book…

From Colombia to NY to find out the family isn't about the location, it's the people. With a note pinned to his chest, Gabe recalls coming to America and meeting his long-lost cousins in the middle of the night after traveling alone for the first time to the USA.

Coming 6/19! Behind the scenes with Ellie Neidhart. We run a high quality operation here at The Tragedy Academy. lol If you like my Tee go to the link in our bio and select Into the AM from our sponsors and affiliates tab. #podcast #thetragedyacademy #wwe #highqualityoperations

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Special Guest: Katie Chonacas - Kyriaki This week on the Tragedy Academy podcast, Jay rolls out a very big welcome for the talented multi-disciplinary artist, Katie Chonacas (aka KYRIAKI). Not only has Katie acted in numerous productions with A-list stars, but she also recently released a book of poetry and…

Tomorrow!!! To kick off the third season of The Tragedy Academy, Jay and Gary are joined by Ellie Neidhart, the wife of late WWE legend, Jim The Anvil Neidhart. Jay and Gary are able to geek out over their shared childhood experiences of watching wrestling, while Ellie gives us her…