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  • The Pendulum of Acceptance: A Conversation on Gender, Identity, and Expression ft. Philip Wolff

    The Pendulum of Acceptance: A Conversation on Gender, Identity, and Expression ft. Philip Wolff

    In today's society, self-expression and individuality are essential for personal fulfillment and identity. This podcast episode highlights the significance of allowing people to express themselves freely, particularly through their appearance, such as hairstyles and tattoos. Host Aaron Della Vedova and celebrity hairstylist Philip Wolff and artist discuss how the judgmental attitudes of others can stifle this vital aspect of human nature.

  • Refugee Camp to Financial Freedom: The Inspiring Story of Sathya Chey Patterson

    Refugee Camp to Financial Freedom: The Inspiring Story of Sathya Chey Patterson

    Hailing from a family of Cambodian genocide survivors, Sathya Patterson's parents worked diligently to support their family. Starting with recycling cardboard and cans, they eventually built a small business empire that allowed them to retire in their fifties. This success was achieved through hard work, saving, and making prudent investments in real estate, gold, and diamonds.

  • Artificial Intelligence and the Law ft. Charles Lew

    Artificial Intelligence and the Law ft. Charles Lew

    The development and impact of artificial intelligence (AI) is a topic of great interest and concern. In this podcast episode, host Aaron Della Vedova and guest Charles Lew share their fascination with AI.

  • Deepening our Understanding of Life: Insights from Miguel Ruiz Jr

    Deepening our Understanding of Life: Insights from Miguel Ruiz Jr

    Host Aaron Della Vedova welcomes back guest Miguel Ruiz Jr. after their previous popular episode. Reflecting on the past year, Aaron shares his surprise and delight in discovering that their audience resonated most with their conversations on philosophy and spirituality.

  • The Family Episode: A Tale of Adoption and Reunion

    The Family Episode: A Tale of Adoption and Reunion

    In this touching episode, Aaron and his son share the story of their reunion after years of separation due to an adoption when Aaron was only 16. They are joined by Aaron's wife, Holly, who was a staunch supporter of the reunion and making Dustin a big part of their family life.

  • Ink Therapy: Healing Through Tattoos with Burn Survivor Brandie Phillips

    Ink Therapy: Healing Through Tattoos with Burn Survivor Brandie Phillips

    In this episode of "Chats and Tatts with Aaron Della Vedova," our host shares a remarkable story of Brandie Phillips who sought to cover up burn scars with tattoos. Despite the potential risks, the guest was determined to cover every scar and spent hours in the tattoo shop daily for several weeks.

  • Finding Purpose and Paying It Forward: A Journey of Recovery ft. Michael Molthan

    Finding Purpose and Paying It Forward: A Journey of Recovery ft. Michael Molthan

    In this episode of Chats and Tatts, host Aaron Della Vadova explores the theme of recovery with guest Michael Molthan. After 27 arrests, Michael had lost everything except his life to drugs, alcohol, and the bad decisions that accompany addiction. When he picked up a book in prison and began reading to his cellmate who could not read, something shifted. He tapped into the transformative power of serving others.

  • Exploring the Depths of Consciousness ft. Meditation Master George Boyd

    Exploring the Depths of Consciousness ft. Meditation Master George Boyd

    In this episode of Chats and Tatts with Aaron Della Vedova, the host shares his passion for esoteric books, plant medicines, meditation, and yoga. He reflects on how these practices have shaped his life and introduces a special guest, George Boyd. George A. Boyd is a meditation teacher, counselor, poet, and author who has studied and practiced meditation since 1965.

  • The Untold Stories of Prison Life, Friendship, and Resilience ft. Matt Cammarano

    The Untold Stories of Prison Life, Friendship, and Resilience ft. Matt Cammarano

    In this emotional episode of "Chats and Tatts with Aaron Della Vedova," the host welcomes Matt Camaranno who shares his experiences and memories from prison. Matt reflects on his friendship with a fellow inmate, Randy, who was a lifer. Despite their circumstances, the two formed a close bond, doing everything together and supporting each other.

  • Exploring Intuition and Gut Instinct ft. Kirk Westwood

    Exploring Intuition and Gut Instinct ft. Kirk Westwood

    In this episode of Chats and Tatts, host Aaron. Della Vedova welcomes a metaphysical guest known as the corporate shaman, Kirk Westwood. Out of a life-threatening illness diagnosis came a quest for wisdom and healing. Kirk's journey around the world studying extreme practices and rituals led him toward an understanding and awareness of creating luck.

  • Extreme Food Challenges, Anorexia, and Gaining Perspective ft. Erik Lamkin

    Extreme Food Challenges, Anorexia, and Gaining Perspective ft. Erik Lamkin

    In this episode, the importance of gratitude and perspective rule the message throughout as host Aaron Della Vedova welcomes Erik "The Electric" Lamkin.

  • 17-Year Full Body Tattoo Journey ft. Ryan Johnson

    17-Year Full Body Tattoo Journey ft. Ryan Johnson

    In this heartfelt episode, host Aaron Della Vedova reflects on the bittersweet realization that certain tattoo experiences may be coming to an end as he enters a new phase of life. Aaron, a tattoo artist with 30 years of experience, shares the mic with long-time client and friend Ryan Johnson and acknowledges the significance of their 17-year tattoo journey.

  • Reality TV and the Cost of Fame ft. Nayte Olukoya

    Reality TV and the Cost of Fame ft. Nayte Olukoya

    In this episode, host Aaron Della Vedova interviews Nate Olukoya, the winning contestant of The Bachelorette Season 18 and a tattoo enthusiast.

  • BONUS EPISODE! When Prescriptions Become Subscriptions ft. Kaska

    BONUS EPISODE! When Prescriptions Become Subscriptions ft. Kaska

    “It seems rare to see, especially a woman being like, yeah, man, I'm 40, I have gray hair, I'm a silver fox. Instead of, oh, my God, down to the hairdresser. Get rid of it, God damn it. I cannot age.”

    Explore Health Changes Through Plant-Based Nutrition with Kaska.

  • Reeling In Monster Fish ft. Captain Grant "I Forgot My Thong" Morgan

    Reeling In Monster Fish ft. Captain Grant "I Forgot My Thong" Morgan

    “I'm working. We're trapped in a room. We aren't on our cell phones or just me. And you talking about life, and bonding, and I think you're a perfect example of the thing I'm most grateful for in this 30 year career is at the end of it, I have friends like you in this world that are friends for life.”

    "Deep Sea Fishing - A Life-Long Dream For Grant Morgan"

  • Hostage to the Alaskan Wilderness: Exploring The Human Spirit ft. Michelle Renee

    Hostage to the Alaskan Wilderness: Exploring The Human Spirit ft. Michelle Renee

    “When we’re running away, there’s no way we can be our authentic selves.”

    This harrowing experience of being kidnapped and held hostage, along with her then 7-year-old daughter and being forced to rob a bank became international headline news.