Jim Ellermeyer
Co-Host of Sorgatron Media Master Feed
Jim Ellermeyer has hosted 1076 Episodes.
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Fishing Without Bait 508: From ICU to Hope: Emily’s Story of Resilience and Recovery
March 24th, 2026 | 21 mins 59 secs
addiction recovery perspective, advocacy in healthcare, emily interview, family resilience, fishing without bait, healing journey, icu survival, inspirational story, kidney transplant story, mckenna recovery story, medical trauma, mental health podcast, mindfulness podcast, overcoming adversity, parenting journey, recovery podcast, resilience story, sorgatron media, trauma recovery, wellness podcast
In this continuation of Emily’s story, she shares the emotional rollercoaster of her daughter McKenna’s recovery—from moments of hope to devastating setbacks in the ICU. Through resilience, advocacy, and unwavering love, Emily recounts how she fought for her daughter’s life and ultimately prepared to give her the ultimate gift: a kidney.
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AwesomeCast 772: Epic Universe Tips, LEGO Smart Blocks & Switch 2 Boost Mode
March 18th, 2026 | 1 hr 2 mins
pittsburgh, podcast
On AwesomeCast 772, Sorg, Katie, and Podnar break down their trip to Epic Universe and Islands of Adventure, sharing practical strategy, favorite lands, standout food, and the rides that were actually worth the wait. Plus, they talk McDonald’s Crocs Happy Meal toys, Chachi’s video game news, Hedy Lamarr’s link to wireless tech history, LEGO smart blocks, a Nintendo Switch 2 display update, and the delightfully weird Payphone Go project.
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Fishing Without Bait 507: Holding On to Hope with Emily
March 17th, 2026 | 23 mins 58 secs
addiction recovery, coping strategies, emily guest, emotional healing, family support, hope, life challenges, mckenna story, medical journey, mental health, mindfulness podcast, overcoming adversity, parenting crisis, pittsburgh, podcast interview, podcastfishing without bait, recovery podcast, resilience, sobriety, trauma, wellness
In this powerful continuation, Emily shares the unimaginable medical crisis her daughter faced and the emotional toll it took on her and her family. Through devastating uncertainty, she reveals how hope, resilience, and support carried her forward. This episode is a raw and honest look at survival, trust, and taking life one moment at a time.
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AwesomeCast 771: Amazon’s New Health AI, ChatGPT for Math, and Mario’s Mystery Goo?
March 11th, 2026 | 1 hr 2 mins
pittsburgh, podcast
AwesomeCast 771 features special guest hosts Missy Sorg and Dave Podnar while Mike Sorg is away, and they bring a fun mix of geek culture, health tech, AI, and gaming news. They kick things off with a Mario Day discussion about the mystery goo in Super Mario Bros. Wonder, then dive into Dave’s experience with the WatchPAT ONE at-home sleep apnea test and how healthcare technology is becoming more accessible.
They also unpack Amazon’s new healthcare AI assistant, discuss privacy concerns around medical data, and explore how ChatGPT’s new interactive math and science visuals could help visual learners and change education. Plus, Chachi checks in with video game news on Nintendo tariffs and Microsoft’s Project Helix, and Dave closes things out with a lighter story about a custom Chicago-built hybrid Ford Explorer for the Pope.
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Fishing Without Bait 506: Emily’s Mother’s Intuition: The Night Everything Changed
March 10th, 2026 | 27 mins 25 secs
addiction recovery, advocacy, anxiety and fear, behavioral health, childhood illness, ecmo, emily, fishing without bait 506, fishing without bait podcast, jim ellermeyer, mindfulness podcast, motherhood, mother’s intuition, open heart surgery, parental strength, pediatric emergency, picu experience, recovery journey, resilience, spiritual awakening, trauma recovery, wellness podcast
Returning guest Emily shares the beginning of an unimaginable chapter — when mother’s intuition told her something was wrong with her two-year-old daughter. What followed was panic, emergency transport, and open heart surgery. This is Part 1 of a powerful story of fear, resilience, and faith.
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Fishing Without Bait 505: Knowing Which Weeds to Pull with Zeke Mercer
March 3rd, 2026 | 16 mins 28 secs
change, critical thinking, identity, life transitions, mindfulness, personal growth, podcast, recovery, self awareness, sorgatron media, wellness, zeke mercer
In Part 4 of our conversation with Zeke Mercer, we explore growth, identity, and recognizing when something no longer serves you. Zeke reflects on stepping back from wrestling, the role of critical thinking, and the balance between individuality and belonging. A thoughtful discussion on change, awareness, and self-respect.
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Fishing Without Bait 504: Zeke Mercer on Identity, Ego & Respect
February 24th, 2026 | 19 mins 1 sec
authenticity, bias, ego, fishing without bait, fishing without bait 504, identity, mental health, mindfulness, personal growth, recovery, resilience, self awareness, wellness, wrestling and life, zeke mercer
Part 3 of our conversation with Zeke Mercer explores bias, identity, and how bitterness, ego, and respect shape both wrestling and life. Zeke shares powerful reflections on authenticity, personal growth, and navigating judgment. A thoughtful discussion on mindfulness, self-awareness, and resilience.
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Fishing Without Bait 503: Zeke Mercer: Sacrifice, Identity & Self-Discovery
February 17th, 2026 | 22 mins 59 secs
authenticity, ethical living, expectations, fishing without bait, fishing without bait podcast, fwb503, identity, integrity, mental health, mental wellness, mindfulness, personal growth, recovery, resilience, sacrifice, self discovery, self worth, transition, zeke mercer
In Part 2 of our conversation, Zeke Mercer reflects on sacrifice, expectations, and the emotional realities of chasing dreams. She shares deeply personal insights about identity, integrity, and her transition journey. A thoughtful discussion on self-worth, resilience, and living authentically.
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Fishing Without Bait 502: Zeke Mercer: When Passion Needs a Pause
February 10th, 2026 | 20 mins 31 secs
pittsburgh, podcast
In part one of this conversation, pro wrestler Zeke Mercer (she/her) reflects on burnout, identity, and a long-planned decision to step away from wrestling. Alongside Jim Ellermeyer, Zeke explores impermanence, acceptance, and what it means to give yourself permission to grow beyond a single role.
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Fishing Without Bait 501: Faith, Focus and Control with Shane Chojnacki
February 3rd, 2026 | 19 mins 46 secs
12 step philosophy, control the controllable, digital mindfulness, faith, fishing without bait, kindness, mental health, mindfulness, personal values, presence, purpose, recovery, self awareness, shane chojnacki, sorgatron media, spirituality, the savage gentleman, victor benjamin, wellness
In Part 4 of our conversation, Shane Chojnacki — pro wrestler and fighter The Savage Gentleman Victor Benjamin — reflects on faith, mindfulness, and learning to control what we can in a noisy world. This episode explores purpose, personal values, and what it truly means to be a good human being.
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Fishing Without Bait 500: Turning Pain Into Purpose with Shane Chojnacki
January 27th, 2026 | 18 mins 56 secs
faith and recovery, holistic wellness, life perspective, mental health, men’s wellness, mind body spirit, mindfulness podcast, mindfulness practice, mindset coaching, overcoming adversity, personal growth, purpose driven living, recovery community, resilience, shane chojnacki, sobriety and wellness, transformation stories, victor benjamin
In Fishing Without Bait 500, we continue Part 3 of our conversation with Shane Chojnacki, also known as pro wrestler The Savage Gentleman Victor Benjamin. Shane shares how adversity, faith, and mindful choice helped him turn career loss, injury, and personal upheaval into purpose-driven living. This episode focuses on perspective, resilience, and creating a life you don’t need a vacation from.
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AwesomeCast 764: Animal Crossing 3.0 Changed Everything?! + Final Cut Updates, Premiere AI, and ChatGPT Health
January 21st, 2026 | 57 mins 58 secs
a little to the left, adobe ai video, adobe premiere pro, ai editing tools, ai safety, animal crossing 3.0, animal crossing switch, animal crossing update, apple creator studio, are you dead app, artificial intelligence news, chatgpt, chill games, chore games, compressor, content creation, cozy games, creator tools, daily check-in app, dave podnar, digital culture, digital safety apps, final cut pro, gaming discussion, gaming podcast, geek culture, indie games, iphone apps, katie dudas, logic pro, mattel sora, media workflows, michael sorg, mobile apps, motion, nintendo switch, openai, openai age prediction, personal safety technology, podcast production, powerwash simulator, skeletor ai, sora ai, tech for creators, tech podcast, technology news, video editing, video game news
This week on AwesomeCast 764, cohosts Michael Sorg, Dave Podnar, and Katie Dudas dive into the week’s biggest tech and creator stories—plus a special Animal Crossing 3.0 update field report from Charlotte. Katie checks in with her Animal Crossing–obsessed niece Charlotte to break down what’s new, what’s addictive, and how “slumber islands” change the way you build and share your island adventures.