All journals are confessions. Welcome to” Confessions of a Mid-Centurian,” the podcast that delves into the coming-of-age stories of an Italian American male who reflects on his youth in and around New York City during the transformative years of 1955 to 1969. Join us as we journey back in time with our host, Richie, a man in his seventies, a man with a wealth of memories and experiences to share. In each episode of” Confessions of a Mid-Centurian,” Richie takes us on a nostalgic trip through the sights, sounds, and emotions of his youth. From the bustling streets of Little Italy to the vibrant neighborhoods of Brooklyn and the rest of the world, Richie paints a vivid picture of a bygone era filled with hope, dreams, and challenges. Through his heartfelt storytelling, Richie invites listeners to experience the joys and sorrows, the triumphs and tribulations of growing up in a close-knit Italian American community. From family dinners around the kitchen table to summer days spent playing stickball in the streets, each episode offers a glimpse into a world steeped in tradition, culture, and love. As we follow Richie’s journey from adolescence to young adulthood through the filter of 3/4 of century of life, we witness the pivotal moments that shaped his identity and values. From his earliest memories, his first crush to his first job, from navigating the complexities of friendship to grappling with societal changes, Richie’s stories resonate with universal themes of growth, resilience, and self-discovery. Through ”Confessions of a Mid-Centurian,” listeners are not only entertained but also enlightened about a pivotal period in American history. Richie’s anecdotes serve as a bridge between the past and the present, reminding us of the enduring power of storytelling to connect generations and preserve heritage. And heck, maybe laugh a little too. Can’t hurt! So, come along on this captivating voyage through time and memory with Richie as our guide. ” Confessions of a Mid-Centurian” offers a rich tapestry of narratives that celebrate the human experience in all its complexities, inviting us to reflect on our own journeys of self-discovery and transformation. Join us for an unforgettable exploration of the past, present, and future through the lens of one man’s remarkable life. Welcome to ”Confessions of a Mid-Centurian,” where every story is a treasure waiting to be shared. All journals are confessions. Come here mine....... Always welcome your input at: Confessionsofamidcenturian@gmail.com
Episodes
6 hours ago
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A little bit about the Parmigiano-Reggiano universe and a little bit about the miracle of mysteries and the mystery of miracles.
A short adventure of two Brooklyn boys sometime in the Autumn of 1960.
'Nuf said.
5 days ago
5 days ago
Back we go to Calcutta (Kalkuta) 1757 and listen how the British elite who colonized that great ancient city for almost 150 years figured out, however slowly, to modify the rules of their beloved game of golf to co-exist with the monkey population which was there for untold millennia before the British East India Company ever set up their first trading post.
More importantly, dear fellow Mid-Centurians, what does this all mean to us as we navigate our unique life journey?
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Monday Jan 20, 2025
Monday Jan 20, 2025
Late September 1956- the intersection points of the 1st interactive electronic entertainment program, early TV advertising, the Bronx Bombers dynasty, sibling trickery, WWII, The Vietnam War and the love of a family for itself.
Worth a listen- thank you.
Saturday Jan 18, 2025
Saturday Jan 18, 2025
Back once more we go to Aug 1967- The Hamptons. The Square Wheels have a very special long weekend gig at a 1920s vintage oil baron's aging waterfront mansion estate.
Listen as the adventures of The Square Wheels at The Mansion unfold. Can you dance in mid-air? Will you survive the imbibe of The Swamp Juice?
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Next episode will drop on Monday 1/20/25
Monday Jan 13, 2025
Monday Jan 13, 2025
This Full Wolf Moon takes my brain howling back to a magical joyful Aug 1967 near old Hampton Bay NY and a night when the music, the ocean, the times and the place bent the universe their way.
And I was there.
Enjoy and come back for Part 2 which will drop sometime on Friday.
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Friday Jan 10, 2025
Friday Jan 10, 2025
Long before Club 54 and its limousine-crowd night club hoopla, The Cheetah Club was the common peoples' glitzy discotheque (and boy, was I, and am I still a common person!)
This episode recollects a unique night when I was running solo through the city I grew up in and what went down that night of April 11,1967 at The Cheetah Club and the stage event entitled "An Imperial Happening".
Enjoy! I did...... Please like, follow, subscribe, comment, download, share ....Next episode will drop on Monday 1/13/25.
Ah, to go back once more to my 17-year-old body and dance the night away at The Cheetah Club.......As the Beach Boys sang: "Wouldn't it be nice?!"
Monday Jan 06, 2025
Monday Jan 06, 2025
A WW2 vintage shoe shining kit, Lefty's Tavern, a big black car and a hand in a trunk and a good mother's simple wisdom.
Sunday Jan 05, 2025
Sunday Jan 05, 2025
The eternal pursuit of romantic experiences, the Avon Lady, a girl named Angela, my Mom, a movie theater and how I messed it all up!
Tuesday Dec 31, 2024
Tuesday Dec 31, 2024
This confession takes place in the late 1980s one dark summer night driving on the historic Rue Napoleon or The Napoleon Road which is a mostly two-lane highway running from Grenoble to Marseilles, thru Pyrenees mountains and mostly rural countryside.
The central village of this confession is Digne Les Bains, a village known at that time for its right-wing local politics, ancient healing warm baths (hence the "Les Bains") and little else. Digne Les Bains sits around 2500 feet above sea level.
On the night in question, all I saw was a water tower and a family-run gas station.
The rest is the story told herein.
Thanks and Happy New Year, folks.....It's the only year we have so let's make it a good one.
Next episode will drop on Friday.
Friday Dec 27, 2024
Friday Dec 27, 2024
It's autumn 1967 Flatbush Brooklyn NYC. Setting is a neighborhood dive bar- The 51 Club-and the 4 young garage band members of The Square Wheels are about to have a singular surprise at the end of their 5-hour gig. Let's go back and hear the story!
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