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In Episode 113 of the “High Regard Show,” “Ice Cream with a Purpose," is about Alphabet Scoop, an East Village ice cream shop that serves not only delicious ice cream, but also a higher purpose as the majority of its employees are at-risk youth from the neighborhood. A program of The Father's Heart Ministries next door, Alphabet Scoop opened in 2002 to teach valuable life and job skills to its young employees and is currently holding a crowdfunding campaign to renovate and modernize the shop to take that training one step further. In “The POTSie,” Tom talks about how the arrival of winter weather has been affecting his POTS in a good way, kinda. With the holidays coming, you should really be following HRS studio manager @TheKonaPersona on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. She's truly the gift that keeps giving. Alphabet Scoop: 12:00:00 “The POTSie” segment: 42:11:10 For more information on Alphabet Scoop: Website: https://www.fathersheartnyc.org/alphabet-scoop Crowdfunding campaign: https://chuffed.org/pr

In Episode 112 of the “High Regard Show,” “Music for Planned Parenthood," we chat with Nikki's former coworker Jason Gross about his benefit concert for Planned Parenthood at The Bell House in Brooklyn on Wednesday, Dec. 6, featuring Cindy Wilson of The B-52s, Kaki King, Amy Rigby and more. Jason goes to more concerts in a month than most people probably go to in a decade, but this is the first time he's an organizer, and he tells us how the benefit came together, why it's important to support Planned Parenthood and what he does with all those concert tickets. In “The POTSie,” Tom talks about the big exercise-related milestone he recently achieved, how motivating the Apple Watch is and how looks can be deceiving when it comes to POTS syndrome. With the holidays coming, you should really be following HRS studio manager @TheKonaPersona on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook. She's truly the gift that keeps giving. Jason Gross interview: 15:24:04 “The POTSy” segment: 39:05:10 For more information on the Planned P

In Episode 111 of the “High Regard Show,” “Urban Americana,” we interview singer-songwriter Janie Barnett. Janie is hosting the first annual Urban Americana Holiday Party at City Winery in New York on Dec. 3, and she tells us what fans can expect from the show, how the political climate informs her music and much more. In “The POTSie,” Tom talks about going off his bevy of pharmaceuticals from anti-depressants to anxiety and blood pressure meds with the help of his new medical marijuana prescription. Are you following the exploits of our very good girl @TheKonaPersona on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook? Well, with the holidays coming up, she really is the gift that keeps on giving so get on it! Janie Barnett interview: 14:05:03 “Roly Poly Roarty” segment: 38:52:19 For more information on Janie Barnett and City Winery's Urban Americana Holiday Party, Website: https://janiebarnett.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/janiebarnettBR Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JanieBarnettandBlueRoom Urban Americana H

In Episode 110 of the “High Regard Show,” “Nikki Does Montreal,” Nikki talks about the reason we skipped last week's show: She took a solo jaunt to Montreal. How rude! But to make up for it, she shares highlights from her first trip to the gorgeous and historic city, including "Aura" at the Notre-Dame Basilica, its incredible food scene and drinking (two) Roger Rabbits at an underground speakeasy and absinthe inside her hotel, the InterContinental Montreal. In this week's "The POTSie," we talk about Tom's first visit to a medical marijuana dispensary, the benefits he's already experiencing and how this will help get him off antidepressants once and for all. Are you following the exploits of our studio manager and very good girl @TheKonaPersona on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook? Well, what the hell are you waiting for? “The POTSie”: 39:32:06 Check back for new “High Regard Show” shows every Monday on SoundCloud and iTunes (please be sure to follow and rate us)! You can also follow us right here on highre

In Episode 108 of the “High Regard Show,” “Dog-nammit,” we air the grievances of our first two months as dog owners in New York City, from those people who judge Kona — and us — just because she's a pit bull to the types of heathens who don't pick up after themselves or control their dogs around other dogs. In this week's "The POTSie," we discuss a possible "natural" treatment that may be on the table for Tom that could take him off many of the 37 pills he takes on a daily basis. Are you following the exploits of our very good girl @TheKonaPersona on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook? Well, what the hell are you waiting for? “The POTSie”: 35:14:24 Check back for new “High Regard Show” shows every Monday on SoundCloud and iTunes (please be sure to follow and rate us)! You can also follow us right here on highregardshow.com and on these social media sites: Twitter Facebook Instagram Tumblr Google+ Pinterest You can also find hosts @TomRoarty and @NikkiMMascali on Twitter. Finally, if you would like to hav

In Episode 108 of the “High Regard Show,” “T.C.O.B. From Home,” we talk about the benefits, drawbacks and misconceptions of working from home, which Tom does five days a week and Nikki tries to finagle at least one day every other week. The show stemmed from a workday brainstorming visit Tom had from two coworkers he hasn't seen in more than seven months – the first time he's really seen anyone besides Nikki, Lil Tyler Durden and Kona. Longtime listeners may remember S1E5 in which Tom talked about playing a "Happy Days" game as a kid in which everyone always wanted to be the Fonze and never Potsie, but from now on, that's just who he's going to be in the new POTS syndrome-focused new segment, "The POTSie." In this first installment, we outline what you can expect, from raising awareness for this cureless disease and updates on Tom's health. Are you following the exploits of our very good girl @TheKonaPersona on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook? Well, what the hell are you waiting for? “The POTSie”: 33:27:03

In Episode 107 of the “High Regard Show,” “Cover Me,” we interview Ray Padgett, author of "Cover Me: The Stories Behind the Greatest Cover Songs of All Time." The cover song expert tells us how a radio show and decade-old blog turned into an in-depth, incredible tome. Plus, we share what our Top 5 favorite songs are — and they may surprise you. This week, we say goodbye to "Roly Poly Roarty" now that Tom is a year post-bariatric surgery. But if you're worried your favorite chatty Cathy will be down a segment, have no fears because he has a brand-new POTS-themed segment launching next week in its place. Are you following the exploits of our very good girl @TheKonaPersona on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook? Well what the hell are you waiting for? Ray Padgett interview: 13:25:13 “Roly Poly Roarty” segment: 47:59:22 For more information on Roy Padgett's "Cover Me," visit: Website: http://www.covermesongs.com/2017/10/cover-me-book-release-day.html Check back for new “High Regard Show” shows every Monday on S

In Episode 106 of the “High Regard Show,” “Puppy Raiser,” we interview Caryl Swain, a longtime puppy raiser for Canine Companions for Independence. Caryl is currently raising her eighth and ninth pups, Pedro and Andy, for the national nonprofit organization that provides assistance dogs to people with disabilities. She tells us how she trains the puppies over the course of 18 to 24 months — and how it's actually a good thing when it's time to say goodbye, even though it never gets easier. In this week’s “Roly Poly Roarty,” Tom speaks about how New York's never-ending summer weather is affecting his POTS syndrome in a not-good way and gives a hint about the future of this year-long segment. Be sure to follow the exploits of our very good girl @TheKonaPersona on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook! Caryl interview: 09:53:06 “Roly Poly Roarty” segment: 40:04:20 For more information on Canine Companions for Independence, visit: Website: http://www.cci.org Check back for new “High Regard Show” shows every Monday

In Episode 105 of the “High Regard Show,” “Netflix Sex Ed," we talk about Netflix's new original animated series, "Big Mouth," which we think should be required sex ed for just about everyone, especially in these dark days. The show, which stars Nick Kroll, John Mulaney, Jessi Klein, Jason Mantzoukas, Jenny Slate, Fred Armisen, Maya Rudolph and Jordan Peele, takes a hilarious and realistic look at the trials, tribulations, titillations and terrors of puberty. In “Roly Poly Roarty,” Tom recounts a week that featured more than one severe blackout, including one that gave Nikki quite a fright. Don't forget to follow @TheKonaPersona’s exploits on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook because will miss out on A LOT of cute. “Roly Poly Roarty” segment: 36:53:28 Check back for new “High Regard Show” shows every Monday on SoundCloud and iTunes (please be sure to follow and rate us)! You can also follow us right here on highregardshow.com and on these social media sites: Twitter Facebook Instagram Tumblr Google+ Pinte

In Episode 104 of the “High Regard Show,” "Broadway's '1984,'” Nikki and Tom talk about seeing the brilliant, frightening and oh-so-timely Broadway production of George Orwell’s “1984,” which stars Tom Sturridge and Olivia Wilde. From our review of their breathtaking performances to Nikki telling you why she needed a good cry afterward, we tell you why you need to see this play ASAP before it takes its final bow on Oct. 8. In "Roly Poly Roarty," Tom discusses reaching his one-year milestone after his bariatric surgery — which maybe could have been avoided if he'd been diagnosed with POTS syndrome earlier — and why he may possibly end "RPR" now that he's just a few pounds away from his goal weight. We also talk about the first week with our new bundle of joy, Kona, who has truly stolen our hearts. Are you following @TheKonaPersona’s exploits on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook? WELL, WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?? “Roly Poly Roarty” segment: 44:06:03 Check back for new “High Regard Show” shows every Monday on S

In Episode 103 of the “High Regard Show,” “Gianmarco's Breakout," we talk to comedian Gianmarco Soresi, who is headlining the Breakout Artist Comedy Series at Caroline's in New York City on Wednesday, Sept. 27. Gianmarco tells us about the first time he got punched in the face, how a trip to Caroline’s changed his life and what it was like working with Tracy Morgan on his forthcoming TBS show, “The Last O.G." And if that's not enough, Gianmarco is such a nice young man that he shared the discount code for Wednesday’s show, so get listening! In this week's "Roly Poly Roarty," we introduce our new studio manager and all-around good girl, Kona, the soon-to-be service dog who joined the family last week. The 1-year-old pittie is a rescue from Pup Starz here in New York, and we are already obsessed with her chillness, her three white feet and her snaggletoof. Be sure to follow @TheKonaPersona's exploits on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook! Gianmarco Soresi interview: 05:42:11 “Roly Poly Roarty” segment: 25:08:17

In Episode 102 of the "High Regard Show," ANThems," Nikki and Tom, our resident dandy highwayman, talk about seeing his man crush — and one of two people he’d leave Nikki for — Adam Ant at the Beacon Theater, from how this Long Island dirtbag got into the sexy British pirate punk to going on his first major (and exhausting) outing since his POTS diagnosis. In “Roly Poly Roarty,” Tom discusses his new exercise savior, the Mayo Clinic-recommended mini exercise bike that he can pedal right from the comfort of his beloved couch and finally start getting the workouts in that are so important to managing POTS. (His is from Confidence Fitness, and he highly recommends it, even without being paid to say that.) “Roly Poly Roarty” segment: 42:18:16 Check back for new “High Regard Show” shows every Monday on SoundCloud and iTunes (please be sure to follow and rate us)! You can also follow us right here on highregardshow.com and on these social media sites: Twitter Facebook Instagram Tumblr Google+ Pinterest You ca

In the emotionally charged Episode 101 of the "High Regard Show," Remembrance," we talk about Sept. 11, 2001, from what we remember of that day and how the Financial District has changed in the years since to stories from survivors who witnessed the horror first-hand. Tom allows Nikki to take over "Roly Poly Roarty" this week to discuss her visit to Canine Companions for Independence on Long Island, which has been training and providing service dogs to those in need — free of cost — for more than 40 years. Surprisingly, she didn't sneak out with one or seven pups when she left. “Roly Poly Roarty” segment: 43:43:00 Check back for new “High Regard Show” shows every Monday on SoundCloud and iTunes (please be sure to follow and rate us)! You can also follow us right here on highregardshow.com and on these social media sites: Twitter Facebook Instagram Tumblr Google+ Pinterest You can also find hosts @TomRoarty and @NikkiMMascali on Twitter. Finally, if you would like to have your work, product, band or eve

In Episode 100 of the “High Regard Show,” “Impossible Aubrey,” we speak with effervescent musician Aubrey Logan, who just released her debut album, “Impossible,” which came out of the gate on Friday to hit No. 3 on the iTunes jazz charts before quickly jumping to No. 2. The Postmodern Jukebox member talks to us about making “Impossible,” why she hopes your face hurts when you leave one of her shows and tells us who she’d like to have cover one of her original songs. (Hint: It rhymes with fiancé.) In this week’s “Roly Poly Roarty,” Tom gives an update on the status of the HRS dog, shares how surprisingly difficult it's been to hear back from a New York City animal shelter and discusses other options we're now exploring because of that in our journey to obtain a pup to help with his POTS syndrome. And, being that this is Episode 100 of HRS (can you believe it!? We hardly can!), we just want to say thank you so very much for your listens and comments. We love doing this podcast, and love that you love us, too

In Episode 99 of the "High Regard Show," Going to the Dogs," Nikki and Tom discuss the four-legged bundle of joy they are expecting one day soon. That's right, there's going to be an HRS dog, who is not only sure to be cute AF, but will also have a higher purpose as he or she will be helping Tom battle his POTS syndrome, from actually getting him out of the house to protecting him during an episode. Though both of them are lifelong dog lovers, the decision was not made lightly, and Nikki openly and honestly talks about the reservations of adding a new member to the family and Tom shares what's he's learned about the process so far. Check back for new “High Regard Show” shows every Monday on SoundCloud and iTunes (please be sure to follow and rate us)! You can also follow us right here on highregardshow.com and on these social media sites: Twitter Facebook Instagram Tumblr Google+ Pinterest You can also find hosts @TomRoarty and @NikkiMMascali on Twitter. Finally, if you would like to have your work, pro

In Episode 98 of the “High Regard Show,” “From Dark to Light," we speak to artist Marshall Arisman, whose career retrospective, "An Artist's Journey from Dark to Light," will be at SVA Chelsea Gallery in New York through Sept. 16. Marshall, who has been on the SVA faculty for the past 52 years, speaks about the lasting influence of his Sundays with his grandmother in Lily Dale, a haven for mystics and spiritualists in Upstate New York, how he came to paint only with his hands instead of a brush and why Trump is too dark even for him, despite spending his 45-year career walking the fine line between good and evil in his work. In “Roly Poly Roarty,” Tom talks about dealing with the chronic sleeplessness that comes with POTS syndrome, how his latest visit with his bariatric surgeon went and — because someone has to — post-bariatric surgery bathroom habits. Marshall Arisman interview: 08:49:16 “Roly Poly Roarty” segment: 32:21:05 For more information on Marshall Arisman and his career retrospective, visit: W

Summer is blockbuster movie season, and with that in mind, Nikki and Tom talk the five movies that shaped them in Episode 97 of the “High Regard Show,” “At The Cinema." From the very first movie that Tom remembers and their shared love of the OG summer blockbusters to the two movies Nikki will never bypass (nor not mouth line-by-line), you're going to want to grab some popcorn and have your own little movie fest after listening. In “Roly Poly Roarty,” Tom takes a tumble, talks prescriptions and mulls the possibility of getting an assistance dog, while Nikki makes a donkey noise. “Roly Poly Roarty” segment: 40:17:08 Check back for new “High Regard Show” shows every Monday on SoundCloud and iTunes (please be sure to follow and rate us)! You can also follow us right here on highregardshow.com and on these social media sites: Twitter Facebook Instagram Tumblr Google+ Pinterest You can also find hosts @TomRoarty and @NikkiMMascali on Twitter. Finally, if you would like to have your work, product, band or ev

In Episode 96 of the “High Regard Show,” “P.O.T.S. It Is,” “Roly Poly Roarty” takes center stage as Tom has, at long last, returned home from his stint at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. We finally get a diagnosis to what’s been causing Tom’s blackouts and dizzy spells, and it’s, ironically, a rare syndrome called POTS. He tells us about the multitude of tests he endured, what happened to a full-frontal nudie he took of himself as a purple people eater and what’s next on the horizon as he learns to live with this rare disease. “Roly Poly Roarty” segment: 05:26:12 Check back for new “High Regard Show” shows every Monday on SoundCloud and iTunes (please be sure to follow and rate us)! You can also follow us right here on highregardshow.com and on these social media sites: Twitter Facebook Instagram Tumblr Google+ Pinterest You can also find hosts @TomRoarty and @NikkiMMascali on Twitter. Finally, if you would like to have your work, product, band or even your mom promoted on the show, drop us a

In Episode 95 of the “High Regard Show,” “TV Generation,” we speak with New York-based musician Edward Rogers, who just released his seventh solo album, "TV Generation." Edward tells us about his structured writing process, the benefits of “stinkeroo” reviews and, with the album called “TV Generation,” what he’s currently watching on the boob tube, which just so happens to be Tom and Nikki’s current obsession, too. In this week’s remote “Roly Poly Roarty,” Tom gives us an update from the Mayo Clinic, how the care in Minnesota drastically differs from that in New York — and everywhere else — and how he's handling life away from his couch. Edward Rogers: 07:04:04 “Roly Poly Roarty” segment: 31:35:03 For more information on Edward Rogers and "TV Generation," visit: Website: http://www.edwardrogersmusic.com/home.html Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/edward.rogers Twitter: https://twitter.com/EdwardRogers Check back for new “High Regard Show” shows every Monday on SoundCloud and iTunes (please be sure to

In Episode 94 of the “High Regard Show,” “A Wall Apart,” we talk to Graham Russell, one half of iconic music duo Air Supply, whose latest work is "A Wall Apart." "A Wall Apart" is a rock musical that tells the story of three brothers living in Berlin at the time of the wall is erected, and Graham tells us how the musical came to be, what he hopes comes out of its run at the New York Musical Festival and which of Air Supply's many hits is his favorite. We're skipping “Roly Poly Roarty" this week as we did this show in the future (it's complicated, but you should really listen to Tom's explanation, even if Nikki didn't). In its place, we discuss the incredible — and incredibly inspiring — HBO documentary, "The Defiant Ones," which tells the intersecting stories of NWA and Jimmy Iovine and is something you should watch ASAP — or at least after you listen to this episode of HRS. For more info on "A Wall Apart," visit: Website: http://awallapart.com New York Musical Festival: http://www.nymf.org Check back fo