Jessica Curtis and Rob Semerano talk with professional pitcher Teddy Sharkey about the difficult decision to step away from football and fully commit to baseball. Teddy reflects on sacrifice, trust in family and mentors, and choosing the less comfortable path in pursuit of a long-term dream. The conversation explores what it means to go all-in—emotionally, physically, and mentally—when success demands patience, discipline, and belief.

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Jessica Curtis and Rob Semerano sit down with professional pitcher Teddy Sharkey to talk about the mental and physical grind of coming back from major injury. Teddy reflects on Tommy John surgery, the emotional toll of rehab, and the mindset required to stay committed when the game humbles you. It’s a candid conversation about resilience, belief, and what it really takes to keep chasing the dream.

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Broadway performer Pat Dunn joins Jessica Curtis and Rob Semerano to reflect on his journey from early community theater to starring in the revival of Mamma Mia! on Broadway. Pat shares candid stories about child acting, career droughts, anxiety, and the resilience required to survive in a profession built on rejection. Along the way, he explores how adrenaline, preparation, and joy fuel his performances—from Broadway stages to Yankee Stadium and even embodying Elvis Presley.

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Jessica Curtis and Rob Semerano continue their conversation with retired Miami-Dade Police Sergeant Bert “Maverick” Gonzalez, focusing on the lessons he carried through decades of training thousands of officers. Bert reflects on pride in the uniform, setting personal beliefs aside for the mission, and why trust matters even when colleagues don’t like each other. He also shares the origin of his “Maverick” call sign and explains why officer safety, professionalism, and doing the job right always come first.

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The Progress Report Junior takes over as Jack, Robbie, and Lucas sit down with brothers Blake and Austin for a wide-ranging, free-flowing conversation. From video games and consoles to sports, hunting, music, and holiday traditions, the group talks about what they love and what they’re curious about. Along the way, they share big dreams, small life lessons, and a reminder that getting better at anything happens one step at a time.

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Jessica Curtis and Rob Semerano sit down with retired Miami-Dade Police Sergeant Bert “Maverick” Gonzalez to reflect on nearly four decades in law enforcement and the moments that defined his career. Bert shares powerful firsthand stories of saving lives, losing a partner, and the unspoken bonds of trust that exist between officers in life-or-death situations. The conversation also explores leadership, human behavior, and how purpose and vigilance continue long after the badge comes off.

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In Part Two, Bob shifts from storytelling to reflection, opening up about the lessons he learned through decades in comedy, business, and community life. He talks about humility, resilience, the grind of the road, and why chasing curiosity can change everything. This episode is filled with wisdom, heart, and the kind of perspective that only comes from a lifetime of experience.

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In Part One of our conversation with longtime Side Splitters owner Bob Jewell, we trace his unlikely path from a casual open mic to running one of Florida’s premier comedy clubs. Bob shares stories from the club’s early days—18-hour workdays, last-second remodels, and the comedians who helped shape its identity. From Ray Romano to Billy Gardell, this episode offers a funny, revealing look behind the scenes of life in stand-up.