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Episode 140 - Retired LAPD & Uber Driver, Raymond Foster

 Raymond E. Foster—retired LAPD lieutenant turned Uber driver. Over 10,000 rides, he swapped a badge for a steering wheel and uncovered the raw, funny, and heartbreaking stories of Los Angeles after midnight.His new book, Chasing the Surge: Ten Thousand Rides into the American Night, just dropped—a raw, darkly comic ride through LA’s midnight streets. It’s a memoir where heartbreaks, reinventions, and late-night weirdness collide—gritty, hilarious, and deeply human, one ride at a time.Here's a link to order his book: Chasing the Surge: Ten Thousand Rides into the American Night.We chatted about a great mix of things, and I'm so glad he stopped by the show! Listen now on your favorite podcast directory.  If your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show

Episode 139 - Engineer & Host of the Chronicles of the Unexplained Podcast, Judith Trahan

I chat with Judith Trahan, an Industrial Engineer that works for a biotechnology company in Austin Tx.  She has a family with two sons, and they've had many unexplained experiences in her family. She has been interested in the subject of ghosts, haunted places, life after death, UFO, etc.. since she was a teenager. She would often sit and listen to her grandmother tell different stories of unexplained events that occurred in their family.  Her podcast, Chronicles of the Unexplained dives into the fascinating topic of the paranormal. Listen now on your favorite podcast directory. Check out her website: Unexplained PodcastIf your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show

Episode 138 - Influencer & Appalachian Folklorist, April Edwards

April Edwards was born and raised in West Virginia. We discuss all the folklore in the area that's been passed down through the generations. This includes: superstitions, folk magic, Mothman, and a variety of cryptids. I always love a good Mothman story! I so enjoyed chatting with April about all things paranormal and the unexplained. Listen now on your favorite podcast directory.  You can find April primarily on TikTok and YouTube. If your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show

Episode 137 - Podcast Host & Author, Leslie Fear

I talk with one of my favorite people in the industry, Leslie Fear. Her podcast, Because I Wanna Know, is currently ranked in the top 1% of all podcasts worldwide. She's also an accomplished author, with several popular novels behind her name.We chat about our favorite guests, spirituality, and how one of her guests actually visited, 'hell'.  We deep dive into the spiritual world and ask all the hard questions, including, what happens when we die? Based on the telling of countless psychic mediums. and people that have experienced NDE's. We also chat about our favorite tv shows and movies.  We go in a bunch of directions and break it all down for you. Either way, you'll be entertained!To learn more about Leslie Fear and her books, check out: Leslie FearCheck out her podcast, 'Because I Wanna Know'Listen now on your favorite podcast directory.  If your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show

Episode 136 - Author & Educator, Susan Gooch

Susan Gooch, author of The Carrington Affairs, A Novel About Dirty Little Secrets, is a lover of romance and history, in any form, be it a book, a movie, or in real life. A passionate educator, she has spent over twenty years getting kids to love reading and writing. A small town girl who has lived all over the world, she is a true homebody. Her favorite place is at home in pajamas, curled up with a good book. She loves hearing from her readers, so please feel free to drop her a line at suzygooch2024@gmail.com. If your book club would like her to join you electronically to discuss the book, please visit her website and check for available dates.  Susan Gooch website. If your feeling lead, you can Buy Me A Coffee on http://www.ajuicypearpodcast.comSupport the show