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
5 days ago
5 days ago
Back to around 1980- The AIDS epidemic was just being realized, recognized. Science and medicine and ignorance all colliding, people dying, families devastated.
Here the very short and very wise message from a 12-year-old boy from suburban Manila who was dying from a direct blood transfusion of a pint of AIDS-rabid blood.
If only....
7 days ago
7 days ago
How will Ralph Mayfair's 5th wish go? Listen and know and thanks for staying with all 6 acts of Father's Hatbox.
Next episode will drop on Monday and we'll see what Confessions this Mid-Centurian offers up!
Thanks for listening, liking, following, subscribing, sharing.......
Monday Mar 24, 2025
Monday Mar 24, 2025
Father's Hatbox Act 5: Herein discover how Ralph Mayfair uses the 4th of his 5 wishes.
Act 5 begins with a plot summary so even if you've missed any of the prior 4 Acts (episodes 52-53-54 and 56), you'll know what's going on.
The final act will drop this Friday 3/28.
Then, we'll get into some Easter and Spring reminiscences and POVs.
Thanks for subscribing, liking, sharing, commenting......can't do it without you!
Friday Mar 21, 2025
Friday Mar 21, 2025
This is a tough act to follow! Act 5 will drop on Monday 3/24.
Happy Spring. And yes, even for the Mayfair family, and even after this dark Act 4, hope springs eternal.
Monday Mar 17, 2025
Monday Mar 17, 2025
We've all heard about Bucket Lists. But have you heard about Unbucket Lists? Have you heard about Reverse Bucket Lists?
Register for this free event and learn about these lists, what they are, why are they important, and how can these lists improve your life.
When: Monday April 7th 11:30 AM CDT
Where: Oasis STL Facebook page
How to register: call 314-862-4859
Thanks!
Monday Mar 17, 2025
Monday Mar 17, 2025
In Act Three, we see the beginning of the changes that success brings to The Mayfair Family- what could possibly go wrong when you have the power of the wishes that the Hatbox can make happen??
You can catch up by listening to Act 1 in Episode 52 and Act 2 in Episode 53 of Confessions of a Mid-Centurian.
Give a listen and find out! Thanks!
Friday Mar 14, 2025
Friday Mar 14, 2025
Let's re-enter our imagination theatre and listen to Act Two of "Father's Hatbox"- an original pod play in 6 acts.
Acts 3, 4, 5 and 6- each will drop every Monday and Friday in March with Act 6 dropping Friday, 3/28.
If you are new to Confessions of a Mid-Centurian, you can find Act One of "Father's Hatbox" in our last episode (Episode 52)
Thanks, and please like, follow, comment, share and by all means enjoy this short stop inside your mind's imaginative world.
Monday Mar 10, 2025
Monday Mar 10, 2025
Enter the imagination theatre and listen to Act One of "Father's Hatbox"- a pod play in 6 acts.
Episodes will drop every Monday and Friday all month with the final act dropping Friday 3/28!
Thanks and please like, subscribe, follow, share, comment wherever you get your podcasts!
Sunday Mar 02, 2025
Sunday Mar 02, 2025
What would you do if you were granted three wishes? Would you chase wealth? Power? Love?
In Confessions of a Mid-Centurian's all-new 6-part radio play series, Father's Hatbox, meet Ralph Mayfair—a hard-working family man whose world is turned upside down when he discovers a genie living in a magical hatbox. But wishes come with a price, and Ralph will soon learn how power and greed can twist the very things—and people—he loves most.
Join us for a gripping journey of choices, consequences, and the tangled threads of the human heart. Episodes of Father’s Hatbox start Monday, March 3 with new episodes every Monday and Friday with the dramatic conclusion on Friday March 21. Subscribe to Confessions of a Mid-Centurian wherever you get your podcasts.
What would you wish for… if you dared?
Monday Feb 24, 2025
Monday Feb 24, 2025
Come back with me to Monday Nov 25, 1963- the day American buried her president, the day when my NY World Telegram and Sun paper delivery route customer #47's dog took a chunk out of my leg and what ensues immediately thereafter and how it echoes right up to today!
Thanks, and next episode will drop late Friday 2/28.