Fishing Without Bait: A Full Impact Mindfulness Podcast

A Fresh Look with Mallory Sherman | Episode 288

Join host Jim Ellermeyer in another engaging episode as he delves deeper into the world of local student artist, Mallory Sherman. In this installment, Jim and Mallory explore a captivating array of her artwork samples, sparking an enlightening conversation about how we can approach art and life with renewed perspectives. Discover Mallory's inspiring journey as she shares her experiences in preparing to take that crucial first step and embracing feedback, regardless of its nature. Tune in to g...

Discovering Art with Mallory Sherman | Episode 387

Join host Jim Ellermeyer in this captivating episode as he sits down with the talented artist Mallory Sherman. Delve into Mallory's journey of discovering her passion for art and uncovering the self-imposed barriers that hindered her creative exploration. Together, they explore Mallory's transformative process and the valuable lessons she learned along the way. Tune in to discover the profound impact Mallory's work aims to have on people and the powerful messages she hopes to convey through h...

Push the Start Button | Classic Episode 366

Re-evaluation with Regina “Honey” Badger | Fishing Without Bait 386

Join host Jim Ellermeyer in this captivating episode as he continues his conversation with professional wrestler Regina "Honey" Badger, also known as "The Feral Female." Delve into Regina's personal transformation, her exploration of Dr. Jordan Peterson's lectures, and her re-evaluation of scripture's psychology. Discover why she gravitates towards the Libertarian party. Tune in for thought-provoking insights on truth, conversations, and personal freedom with Regina "Honey" Badger. You can fi...

Undoing the Chaos with Regina “Honey” Badger | Episode 385

In this episode , Jim Ellermeyer continues his conversation with professional wrestler, “The Feral Female” Regina “Honey” Badger.  They discuss the beginnings of her professional wrestling training with Brandon K of the Stronghold Academy. How did she learn in the ring from her experiences with higher level talents like Tessa Blanchard and connecting with the pro wrestling fans with her over the top character.  But what is next for Regina outside of wrestling as she looks to close her career ...

Exploring Psychedelics with Regina “Honey” Badger | Episode 384

Join host Jim Ellermeyer in this captivating episode as he sits down with Regina "Honey" Badger, a renowned professional wrestler known as "The Feral Female." Together, they delve deep into the fascinating topics of defense mechanisms and the nature of suffering. Regina shares her profound insights gained from her experiences with psychedelics and offers a unique perspective on what it truly means to "look into the abyss." Discover how Regina has learned to navigate the present moment, work o...

Finding the Feral Female with Regina “Honey” Badger | Episode 383

Join host Jim Ellermeyer in this captivating episode as he sits down with professional wrestler, the fierce and fearless "Feral Female" herself, Regina "Honey" Badger. Together, they delve into the incredible journey of discovering and embracing her wrestling persona, drawing inspiration from the indomitable spirit of the honey badger. Gain insights into Regina's transformative experience during her pro wrestling training and the profound impact it had on her life. Reflecting on her early car...

Finishing Notorious Pittsburgh with Chris Whitlatch | Episode 382

Join Jim Ellermeyer in this latest podcast episode as he wraps up his discussion with Chris Whitlatch, author of "Notorious Pittsburgh". Together, they delve into the personalities of bosses who were known to do their own "dirty work", and explore what drove them to cross ethical lines. Chris also shares his experience of turning the walking tour concept into a full-fledged book. Discover how the Pittsburgh Cultural Trust was able to reclaim some of the properties featured in the book and muc...

Tales from Notorious Pittsburgh with Chris Whitlatch | Episode 381

During this installment of the program, Jim Ellermeyer continues his dialogue with Chris Whitlatch, the author of "Notorious Pittsburgh." They delve into the emergence of vice in Pittsburgh, the noteworthy figure Dante "Tex" Gill, who was a trans man that was openly accepted by society at the time and a leader in the underground scene. Additionally, they compare these individuals to Andrew Carnegie and his contributions to the city's welfare during that period, as well as explore how this led...

From Full Time to Author with Chris Whitlatch | Episode 380

In this installment of the program, Jim Ellermeyer invites Chris Whitlatch, a former guest, to talk about his recent significant life change. Chris discusses his decision to leave full-time employment and transition into life as a consultant and author. He shares his experience with Pittsburgh Foundation, his show on PCTV, and meeting Bonnie Baxter of DoorsOpen Pittsburgh, who inspired him to compile the stories that eventually became his book, Notorious Pittsburgh. During the conversation, t...

Living The 12 Step Program with Tara V | Episode 379

In this episode of the show, Jim Ellermeyer his conversation with his friend Tara V, who has successfully achieved long-term recovery from addiction. Tara shares her experience entering the 12 step program and that decision. She discusses starting her Podcast, Keep Coming Back to share speakers and how she helps living the 12 step process for herself and others.  www.keepcomingback.net brings the AA Speaker to the mic and records their story of recovery, creating “Speaker Tapes” for this gene...

Dealing with Addiction with Tara V | Episode 378

In this episode of the show, Jim Ellermeyer extends a warm welcome to his friend Tara V, who has successfully achieved long-term recovery from addiction. Tara graciously shares her personal story of how she navigated the challenges of addiction and found solace in the 12-step community. She also opens up about her spiritual journey and the transformative experiences that helped her on her path to recovery. Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any support with our Patreon pag...

Publishing Wellness Wally with Karina Moussa | Episode 377

Jim Ellermeyer and welcomes children’s author Karina Moussa of the Wellness Wally book series. We discuss how she figured out just HOW to get a book out into the world. We look more at inspiration for the book series, traveling the world,  Karina Moussa is the author of the Wellness Wally illustrated book series.  You can find out more about her and the series at https://www.wellnesswally.com/  Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any support with our Patreon page! Pledge a...

Creating Wellness Wally with Karina Moussa | Episode 376

Jim Ellermeyer and welcomes children’s author Karina Moussa of the Wellness Wally book series. We discuss developing the book series during Covid lockdowns. How did Karina draw from her own experiences to develop Wally and his world.  Karina Moussa is the author of the Wellness Wally illustrated book series.  You can find out more about her and the series at https://www.wellnesswally.com/  Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any support with our Patreon page! Pledge as lit...

Coming to America with Karina Moussa | Episode 375

Jim Ellermeyer welcomes children’s author Karina Moussa of the Wellness Wally book series. We discuss her background as a Bulgarian immigrant as a young age and Syrian heritage.  What was it like to grow up as a 6 year old in a new place.  Karina Moussa is the author of the Wellness Wally illustrated book series.  You can find out more about her and the series at https://www.wellnesswally.com/  Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any support with our Patreon page! Pledge ...

Finding Faith with The Rev Ron Hunt | Episode 374

Jim Ellermeyer continues his conversation with professional wrestlers The Rev Ron Hunt as we discuss finding his place in religion and becoming a for real Reverand.  We talk equality and equity in life.  How do we combat racism in 2023?  The Rev Ron Hunt has appeared on Ring of Honor and WWE television and can be seen in action with the Renegade Wrestling Alliance (www.RWALive.com) in West Newton, PA and other promotions.  Follow him at https://linktr.ee/therevronhunt to see where he’s going ...

Entering the Pro Wrestling Ring with The Rev Ron Hunt | Episode 373

Jim Ellermeyer continues his conversation with professional wrestlers The Rev Ron Hunt as we discuss his trainman with Afa and Sika of the Wild Samoans and education. The Rev Ron Hunt has appeared on Ring of Honor and WWE television and can be seen in action with the Renegade Wrestling Alliance (www.RWALive.com) in West Newton, PA and other promotions. Follow him at https://linktr.ee/therevronhunt to see where he’s going to be next!

Meet Pro Wrestler The Rev Ron Hunt | Episode 372

Jim Ellermeyer and welcomes professional wrestlers The Rev Ron Hunt as we discuss his upbringing, handling being bullied and how pro wrestling influenced him.  How  we deal with failure and growth.  How did Eddie Guerrero influence him? How can one psych themselves out of success?  The Rev Ron Hunt has appeared on Ring of Honor and WWE television and can be seen in action with the Renegade Wrestling Alliance (www.RWALive.com) in West Newton, PA and other promotions.  Follow him at https://lin...

Creativity Reignited with Faigie Kobre Part 2 | Episode 371

Jim Ellermeyer continues his conversation new friend Faigie Kobre from Queens, NY to discuss teaching methods and creativity. How did she get to become an educator? How do we break from needing “perfection” and “product” in art. How do you even get started? Discover more about Faigie Kobre’s work at www.creativityreignited.com Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any support with our Patreon page! Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more...

Creativity Reignited with Faigie Kobre | Episode 370

Jim Ellermeyer and welcomes new friend Faigie Kobre from Queens, NY about restarting peoples’ creativity and reintroducing art for adults who have long since lost to creativity scars. What keeps adults from being creative and allowing children to grow creativity?  Discover more about Faigie Kobre’s work at www.creativityreignited.com Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any support with our Patreon page! Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and ...

Classic Fishing Without Bait 350: Jesus the Socialist

Jim Ellermeyer and Producer Mike talk about understanding the words we use and hear from day to day.  What do the terms “fascism” “socialism” and “communism” actually mean?  How are people misusing these words to impose their morality in our society.  What are Puritans vs Pilgrims?  How Jesus was the proprietor of Socialism.  What is being “woke” and how are all of these words weaponized? Facism: a political system headed by a dictator in which the government controls business and labor and ...

A New Home with A Gay and His Enby | Episode 369

Jim Ellermeyer welcomes new friends to the Sorgatron Media Network, Eamon and Merlin of the “A Gay and His Enby” Podcast.  We continue our conversation about their move from Texas to Pittsburgh and living in the world as gay and nonbinary individuals.  What was a the process getting to Pittsburgh and the vibe when they arrived. What do you do when confronted with bigotry in daily life?  Make sure follow our friends Eamon and Merlin on their Podcast “A Gay and His Enby” at https://agayandhisen...

A Little Background on A Gay and His Enby | Episode 368

Jim Ellermeyer welcomes new friends to the Sorgatron Media Network, Eamon and Merlin of the “A Gay and His Enby” Podcast.  We continue our conversation about their move from Texas to Pittsburgh and living in the world as gay and nonbinary individuals.  What did they go through with a lack of family acceptance of coming out? How are they using the Podcast to have a positive impact?  Make sure follow our friends Eamon and Merlin on their Podcast “A Gay and His Enby” at https://agayandhisenby.fi...

Getting to Know A Gay and His Enby | Episode 367

Jim Ellermeyer welcomes new friends to the Sorgatron Media Network, Eamon and Merlin of the “A Gay and His Enby” Podcast.  We begin our conversation about their move from Texas to Pittsburgh and living in the world as gay and nonbinary individuals. How did the history of Texas laws and the recent Roe vs Wade decision concern them? How growing up with evangelical religious background affected upbringing?  Make sure follow our friends Eamon and Merlin on their Podcast “A Gay and His Enby” at ht...

Push the Start Button | Episode 366

Jim Ellermeyer and Producer Mike are together again as we talk about our goals.  Are we adding too many “conditions” to your goals to make them unattainable? What end of the pyramid are we building? How do we hit the start button.   Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any support with our Patreon page! Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more at www.patreon.com/fishingwithoutbait ! Subscribe to our Podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Musi...

Choose to Live Your Moment | Episode 365

Jim Ellermeyer and Producer Mike are breaking into the New Year by talking about being in the moment.  Are you taking a moment to step back and reassess for the New Year?  What are you doing TODAY to move forward or spend time with those who are important to you today.  Should you try to manage time like an Elon Musk?  Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any support with our Patreon page! Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more at www.pat...

Real Change Doesn’t Need a New Year | Episode 364

Jim Ellermeyer and Producer Mike discuss the New Year season and the significance people put on it. How can you have a better year than the gyms on January 1? What are you doing today? And can you use this time to take an inventory of your life? Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any support with our Patreon page! Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more at www.patreon.com/fishingwithoutbait ! Subscribe to our Podcast on iTunes, Stitc...

Expectations for the Holidays | Episode 363

Jim Ellermeyer and Producer Mike discuss the expectations that cause anxiety around Christmas and the misnomer of Jesus’s birthday.  We discuss why we established December 25 as the holiday. What is important in this season when we are missing our loved ones?  Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any support with our Patreon page! Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more at www.patreon.com/fishingwithoutbait ! Subscribe to our Podcast on ...

Fishing Without Bait 362: Connectivity and Dreams with Santina Grace

Jim Ellermeyer continues his conversation with our friend and clairvoyant Santina Grace as we talk about what these angels can protect us from in our lives. Being an angel. Dealing with distractions in our monkey mind. What is our illusion of connectivity around Social Media? Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any support with our Patreon page! Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more at www.patreon.com/fishingwithoutbait ! Subscribe t...

Illusion of Connectivity with Santina Grace | Episode 361

Jim Ellermeyer continues his conversation with our friend and clairvoyant Santina Grace as we talk about what these angels can protect us from in our lives. Being an angel. Dealing with distractions in our monkey mind.  What is our illusion of connectivity around Social Media?  Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any support with our Patreon page! Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more at www.patreon.com/fishingwithoutbait ! Subscribe t...

Reaching Out to Angels with Santina Grace | Episode 360

Jim Ellermeyer welcomes our friend and clairvoyant Santina Grace back to the show for her 4th year.  We go back to how Santina discovered her abilities to communicate with the spirits and the reactions from those around her. How to stay positive in a world of divisiveness. How do we ask for help from spiritual energy and “out of work” angels.  Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any support with our Patreon page! Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the ...

Climbing Mountains with Katie Dudas | Episode 359

Jim Ellermeyer continues the conversation with our friend and cancer survivor Katie “Dudders” Dudas as we continue to discuss her life after breast cancer and getting her “groove back”.  We talk about her trip to hike Mount Zion with Project Athena. How did she interact with loved runs around her when diagnosed?  Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any support with our Patreon page! Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more at www.patreon.c...

Telling Her Cancer Story with Katie Dudas | Episode 358

Jim Ellermeyer continues the conversation with our friend and cancer survivor Katie “Dudders” Dudas as we continue to discuss cancer and the inequities she’s seen with her treatment against others.  How and why does she continue to tell her stories and elevate others as she works with adult youth cancer groups.  Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any support with our Patreon page! Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more at www.patreon.co...

Navigating Healthcare and Cancer with Katie Dudas | Episode 357

Jim Ellermeyer welcomes our friend and cancer survivor Katie “Dudders” Dudas back to the show as we begin to discuss the effect the United States healthcare and Medicaid system worked for her and not work for those she has lost. Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any support with our Patreon page! Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more at www.patreon.com/fishingwithoutbait ! Subscribe to our Podcast on iTunes, Stitcher, Google Music,...

Vilification of the Jews | Episode 356

Jim Ellermeyer and Producer Mike are talking about the hate and vitriol being leveled on those of the Jewish faith in 2022.  Where did the Jews come from in history and religion?  Where did the hate for the Jews come from in the early Gospels of Christianity.  Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any support with our Patreon page! Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more at www.patreon.com/fishingwithoutbait ! Subscribe to our Podcast on i...

Tell Your Story with Podcasting | Episode 355

Jim Ellermeyer and Producer Mike about becoming a Podcast.  What does it take to start a Podcast.  The topic.  The audience.  What should you set your exceptions to be and what do you need to consider to whether the storm.  And why do we still do this?   Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any support with our Patreon page! Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more at www.patreon.com/fishingwithoutbait ! Subscribe to our Podcast on iTunes,...

What Matters In Life | Episode 354

Jim Ellermeyer and Producer Mike talk about Cereal?  But more so we talk about getting older and dealing with the concept of death.  How do we deal with our those that pass around us and our own mortality? What can we value in our lives? How can we lead a life with no regrets?  Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any support with our Patreon page! Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more at www.patreon.com/fishingwithoutbait ! Subscribe t...

About Sobriety Day | Episode 353

Classic Fishing Without Bait 325: School of Life with Santina Grace

Jim Ellermeyer welcomes back clairvoyant and empath Santina Grace as they discuss spirituality and gratitude.  How are we choosing this lesson in the “school of life”.  What are the little things in your life you can do to improve it. What is the illusion of separateness we see in the world and in social media?  You can check out our past conversations with Santina B about angels, energy, and more in episodes 220-222 and 272 and 273.  Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any...

Fishing Without Bait 352: Validation in Action

Jim Ellermeyer and Producer Mike talk about validation and how it can help or hurt.  Are we transitioning into focusing ourselves or helping others process? What are some validating phrases you can use?  What is your job to help someone when they are in pain?  Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any support with our Patreon page! Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more at www.patreon.com/fishingwithoutbait ! Subscribe to our Podcast on i...

Exploring Empathy: Episode 351

Jim Ellermeyer and Producer Mike talk about ego and empathy.  What are the different kind of empathy?  What is Cognitive Empathy, Emotional Empathy and Compassionate Empath? How does this apply to the media and “team picking” in media, politics, wokeness and the pandemic. Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any support with our Patreon page! Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more at www.patreon.com/fishingwithoutbait ! Subscribe to ou...

Classic Fishing Without Bait 328: Acceptance To Counter Anxiety

Jim Ellermeyer is fresh back from Florida and discussing acceptance based on the Tweet of the Day.  How do you deal with uncertainty and the unpredictable in your day to day?  Jim and Producer Mike discuss issues around air travel that they had to handle recently.  “More acceptance equals less frustration. Less frustration equals less anger and anxiety. Less anger and anxiety equals more sobriety. Being clean and sober equals serenity.  Not an original idea as it is in the Big Book #RecoveryP...

Jesus the Socialist | Episode 350

Jim Ellermeyer and Producer Mike talk about understanding the words we use and hear from day to day.  What do the terms “fascism” “socialism” and “communism” actually mean?  How are people misusing these words to impose their morality in our society.  What are Puritans vs Pilgrims?  How Jesus was the proprietor of Socialism.  What is being “woke” and how are all of these words weaponized? Facism: a political system headed by a dictator in which the government controls business and labor and ...

Moments of Unmindfulness | Episode 349

Jim Ellermeyer and Producer Mike talk about moments of Unmindfulness in their lives.  Jim explains his latest trip to Florida where he made a few travel mistakes including booking flights and losing your car like in Seinfeld. Mike discusses some of his unmindful moments in video production and live streaming from being distracted by his environment.  When is it ok to say “I don’t know”?  BONUS: A story about Jim’s NEW tattoo!   “I have more trust in somebody that can say “I don’t know but I c...

Navigating the Pandemic with Tim Vitullo | Episode 348

Jim Ellermeyer continues his conversation with singer/songwriter Tim Vitullo as they talk about developing consistency in his musical growth and his experience during the Covid pandemic as a musician and going back to the joy of songwriting after the grind of the road. Tim also discusses finding session work for other artists.  Listen to our previous conversation with Tim Vitullo on episodes 244 and 245 in our archives! The introduction to this episode and live performance features the unrele...

Taking the Stage with Tim Vitullo | Episode 347

Jim Ellermeyer continues his conversation with singer/songwriter Tim Vitullo as they talk about the communication in their band, deciphering guitar and your own voice, and musical influences, opening for BB King at the Benedum Center for the Performing Arts and the experience in performing on stage.  Listen to our previous conversation with Tim Vitullo on episodes 244 and 245 in our archives!  The introduction to this episode features the track “Exit Zero” from Tim Vitullo Band’s album “Runni...

Finding a Creative Path with Tim Vitullo | Episode 246

Jim Ellermeyer is rejoined by singer/songwriter Tim Vitullo to talk about discovering his road to a talented musician and building confidence.  How did it start to make sense when it seems like “everyone” plays a little bit of guitar.  Listen to our previous conversation with Tim Vitullo on episodes 244 and 245 in our archives!  The introduction to this episode features the track “Pretty Girl From New Orleans” from Tim Vitullo Band’s album “Running Out of Time”.  You can find more information...

Leveling Up Your Life | Episode 345

Jim Ellermeyer and Producer Mike are discussing “leveling up” your life just like Mike’s video games.  How are you building on yourself in your life? How are you gaining experience points? How are you making decisions on facts and not your version of experiences.  “The only way that one can gain wisdom is through experience…”  Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any support with our Patreon page! Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more at...

Refocus on the Mission | Episode 344

Contending with Disappointment | Episode 343

Jim Ellermeyer and Producer Mike are back together as we discuss dealing with disappointment and the defense mechanisms we develop. How do we set expectations with ourselves and others? “We can’t avoid disappointment. But we can determine how we’re going to react to disappointment.”Are you finding benefit from this show? We appreciate any support with our Patreon page! Pledge as little as $1 a month for extra clips, behind the scenes and more at www.patreon.com/fishingwithoutbait ! Subsc...