The Edlow Podcast

The Stoner Bros - Wrestling, Marijuana and twin life

“The Stoner Brothers” Dustin and Derek Mehl have been a mainstay of independent wrestling for 20 years. Avid marijuana advocates, these identical twin brothers have used their wrestling/entertainment platform to bring recreational and medicinal marijuana use to the forefront. Their platform grew exponentially when they assisted in the creation of the Accidental Phenomenon, Hoodslam.
The twins come on the podcast to discuss their wrestling journey from training as teenagers under the infamous Joe Applebaumer, to becoming trainers themselves at “Stoner U”
They will also discuss marijuana advocacy, trying out for the WWE, the choice to stay independent, life as identical twins and of course Hoodslam.

Eric Christiansen - Filmmaking, Surviving Trauma and Fatherhood

Eric Christiansen is an award winning documentary filmmaker who's four films focus on the impact of trauma on individuals, families and communities. A trauma survivor himself, he understands trauma, the resilience of the human spirit and how important hope is to healing. 
His new film UnMASKing HOPE follows several different trauma survivors from stories we have hear on the news. Having lived through mass shootings, terror attacks, military combat and sexual assaults, there survivors dawn masks to hide their pain. In order to heal, they must confront what's happened to them and begin their journey from seclusion to inclusion. The hope is that we will be inspired to find hope again and be who we were born to be. 
Eric comes on the podcast to discuss his new film (https://www.pbs.org/show/unmasking-hope/), his other projects, his own trauma and how he survived it, his life as a husband and father, and his current journey as he transitions into a new stage of life as a grandfather. 
Thank you Eric for coming on and sharing your story. You are an inspiration!

Dr. Meleeka Clary - Psychology, Human Rights, acting and Positivity

Dr. Maleeka Clary is a clinical psychologist who is also a certified paralegal, and human rights activist. She currently hosts the Dr. Maleeka Clary television show. The show brings guests from around the world who discusses positive mindset and psychology as they navigate life.
She is also a multi-dimensional actress, producer and writer. She has starred and produced the full length feature independent film "Three Corners of Deception." The movie is based on her own true story and has reached great success on the film festival circuit.
Dr. Clary comes on the podcast to discuss her career in psychology, working with couples on strengthening their relationships, race relations, the difficulties in navigating cultural differences in mixed race marriages, her history with the entertainment industry and much more.

Tiffany Rothman - Film, Theater, MBAs and Ph. Ds - The Story of a Learning Disabled Refugee

Tiffany Rothman immigrated to America from war torn Vietnam in 1975. Her father was the former Minister of Defense for South Vietnam prior to its takeover. Her father was imprisoned twice for his political work. After his second release, he sent her with her mother and sister to America.
At 12 years old, with no grasp of the english language, and a learning disability that affected her ability to process information, Tiffany found herself in Pennsylvania. Facing a language barrier, and post vietnam war prejudice, Tiffany began her education where she earned an MBA and a Ph. D. in Psychology. 
After working as a school psychologist for the Department of Education in New York, Tiffany began to pursue her true passion....acting. 
She is now a SAG/AFTRA/AEA actress and professional dancer who sits on the board of advisors of the Isadora Duncan International Institute.
In film & television, she is known for her roles in Blue Bloods (2021), What Doesn't Float, L' Odge d'Oor (2021) and Fresh Peaches (2019). 
She most recently starred in the true crime film "The Accidental Getaway Driver," which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and received great honors. 
Tiffany comes on the podcast to discuss her passion for acting, her studies in psychology and business, her experiences in the film and entertainment industry, her experiences as a Vietnamese refugee and more!

Rafael Palma - Mental Health, Blended Families, Parent Alienation and Pro Wrestling

Rafael Palma is a physical therapist, football coach, bodybuilder and personal trainer. He also chose to join the world of professional wrestling at the age of 45.
He finds the most joy out of being a father and step-father. However, the man he is today did not come without difficulty. In 2017, Rafael discovered that his wife of 20 years had been cheating on him. He confronted his wife and an altercation ensued. After a he said/she said situation with local police, Rafael was incarcerated. Later the truth about his wife’s affair came to light, and Rafael’s version of events proved to be true, but only after he had already served 14 months in jail.
His time in jail proved to be life changing. He was determined to make changes, focus on the positive, and follow his passion for fitness, health, sports entertainment and his family. This has led to many successes as a personal trainer and a phenomenal rookie year as “the Godfather of Swole” in professional wrestling. That being said, his crowning achievement has been recently reuniting with his oldest son who he hasn’t seen since 2017.
Raf comes on the podcast to discuss his journey, his passion for fitness, physical and mental health, divorce, blended families, co-parenting, the dangers of parental alienation and of course PRO WRESTLING
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Joshua Shea - Porn Addiction, Betrayal Trauma and Recovery

Joshua Shea is a Betrayal Recovery Coach specializing in working with the family members of porn addicts.
He is also a self-professed recovered porn addict who has been pornography-free since March 2014.  
Prior to admitting his addiction, Joshua was a prominent magazine publisher, award-winning journalist, film festival founder and politician in central Maine.
He lost everything when he was arrested for sex crimes related to his addiction. His arrest prompted his recovery, spending several months in alcohol and porn addiction rehab. 
In both his coaching and speaking careers, he addresses the issues that come with being a partner of a porn addict and raising children in a world of internet access.
He has written several books including: “The Addiction Nobody Will Talk About,” “He’s a Porn Addict…Now What?” And “I’m Reading This Book about Porn Addiction For a Friend.”
His goal: to get the world talking about porn addiction, the ramifications of the addiction and the effect it has on those around you.
He comes on the podcast to discuss his own journey, stories from those he works with, the symptoms of porn addiction, what recovery looks like and how those effected can also get the help they need.
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Danny Reynoso - Lucha Libre, Punk Rock....and Teaching 8th Grade

Danny Reynoso is a local middle school teacher who teaches in the Sacramento area.
He is also a literal rockstar! He has been a member of several successful punk bands such as the Secretions and more recently the Moans!
Oh is that not enough?
He’s also a brain tumor survivor and runs local rock music events with the proceeds donated to Brain Cancer research
And that’s not all… He has a very close relationship, and a remarkably strong resemblance to a local legend luchador!
He comes on the podcast to discuss his journey, dealing with a brain tumor, music, wrestling, B movies, his successes, his failures and more!!
Danny is a legend, a mentor to many and a hero. It was an honor to interview him!
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John Meldrum - Navigating ”Same Gender Attraction” in a heterosexual marriage

John Meldrum is a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He served a mission for his church and married in the temple. There was just one complication, he's gay.  Throughout his first marriage, John would secretly engage in sexual activities with men in order to act on what he terms his "same gender attraction." One day, his wife discovered compromising texts and pictures on his computer. John was forced to unceremoniously "come out" to his wife. The cheating and same-gender attraction ultimately led to a divorce. This circumstance led him into a deep depression and a struggle with his faith as he wrestled with defining his sexuality.  Hear his story of how he eventually accepted his LGBTQ status, found his faith within the church and eventually remarried...to another woman.  How does John navigate his sexuality within a heterosexual marriage? How does he rectify his LGBTQ status within the "Mormon" church? Does he consider himself "gay?" Does he blame his first wife at all for the way he presented within his marriage? What role did pornography play in his story?  This episode has it all! Hit the link and don't forget to subscribe!  
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