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Fishing Without Bait 514: Joanna Lowe Returns: Spoken Word, Courage & Creating Your Own Path

May 5th, 2026  |  22 mins 1 sec

courage, creativity, cup a joe productions, fear, grin reapers club podcast, independent artist, joanna lowe, mental health, mindfulness, occasional epiphany, personal growth, recovery, self expression, spoken word, storytelling, wellness podcast

In this episode of Fishing Without Bait, we begin Part 1 of our conversation with returning guest Joanna Lowe. Joanna shares how she unexpectedly became a spoken word artist and reflects on fear, courage, and reclaiming personal power through creativity.

Gratitude, High-Frequency Living & Letting Go | Episode 513

April 27th, 2026  |  19 mins 7 secs

12 step recovery, addiction recovery, avoiding negativity, behavior change, boundaries, emotional intelligence, gratitude, gratitude practice, high frequency people, jim ellermeyer, life coaching, mental health, mental wellness, mike sorg, mindfulness, mindfulness podcast, mindset, personal development, personal growth, positivity, recovery, self awareness, self improvement, wellness

In episode 513 of Fishing Without Bait, Jim Ellermeyer and Mike explore the power of gratitude, mindfulness, and surrounding yourself with high-frequency people. They break down how avoiding comparison, criticism, and complaint can transform your mindset and relationships. This episode offers practical tools for setting boundaries, redirecting negativity, and living with intention.

Fishing Without Bait 512: From Injury to Insight: Jessie Notarius on Strength & Patience

April 21st, 2026  |  20 mins 18 secs

acceptance, adversity, art therapy, creativity, fishing without bait, healing, jessie notarius, mental health, mindfulness discussion, mindfulness podcast, motivation, overcoming injury, patience, perseverance, personal growth, podcast interview, recovery, resilience, self improvement, the unwilting tatiana, wellness, wrestling journey

In this episode, we wrap up our conversation with Jessie Notarius, aka The Unwilting Tatiana, as she shares her journey through injury, recovery, and resilience. From wrestling setbacks to artistic expression, Jessie reflects on perseverance and finding purpose in adversity.

Fishing Without Bait 511: From Wrestling to Real Life: Jessie Notarius on Confidence & Mindset

April 14th, 2026  |  18 mins 17 secs

anxiety management, boundaries, confidence building, emotional intelligence, gratitude mindset, jessie notarius, life organization, mental health, mindfulness podcast, personal growth, positivity, productivity mindset, recovery mindset, self awareness, self esteem, self worth, sorgatron media, the unwilting tatiana, wellness podcast

Fishing Without Bait 510: Building a Foundation After Setbacks with Jessie Notarius

April 6th, 2026  |  18 mins 59 secs

career change, community support, confidence vs arrogance, creative journey, emotional resilience, fishing without bait, jessie notarius, jim ellermeyer, life transitions, mental health, mindfulness podcast, overcoming setbacks, personal growth, recovery podcast, resilience, self esteem, self improvement, the unwilting tatiana, wellness podcast, wrestling mindset

Jessie Notarius, known as The Unwilting Tatiana, returns to discuss life after losing a dream job and the unexpected path that followed. Through career changes, creative pursuits, and wrestling, she shares how resilience, community, and taking risks helped her rebuild her foundation. This episode explores confidence, support systems, and finding purpose through change.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.