Saturday Sep 14, 2024
DRUMBEAT EPISODE #1 | How Did We Get Here?
We are excited to launch The Drumbeat with Josie & Pete!
Welcome to Episode One where we start with the question:
HOW DID WE GET HERE?
Josie and Pete's friendship goes all the way back to kindergarten in 1979. But after graduating high school in 1992, their paths diverged dramatically. Pete became involved in crime, while Josie prepared for college. By the summer of '94, a staggering 7% of their classmates were dead or incarcerated, leaving a scar on their entire community.
That June, Pete was arrested after an armed robbery and shootout. He spent years in prison, including a decade in solitary confinement following a failed escape attempt. His journey towards freedom wouldn't be complete until 2008.
During those 14 years, Josie built a life for herself. She graduated from the University of Michigan, pursued comedy in Chicago, and even wrote a sitcom. After her father's sudden passing, she moved back home to support her mother. Eventually, she returned to Ann Arbor, started a business, and met the love of her life.
Through it all, Josie and Pete stayed connected through letters. When Pete got out in 2008, they reconnected in person and have experienced the last 16 years together supporting each other, giving each other a lot of shit, and laughing through it all.
Our first episode answers the questions: How we got here, where we are going, and how. you can help.
We invite you to join on us this journey.....Let's Get Drumming!
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This is fantastic! Can’t wait to hear more!!
Sunday Sep 22, 2024
Josie and Pete’s podcast, The Drum Beat, immediately captivates with its powerful backstory. One thing that stood out to me was the authenticity of their conversation. Josie and Pete have great voices and their dialogue flowed effortlessly. They never talked over each other, and their questions felt natural, adding to the sense of a real, lived-in friendship. Through memories and profound moments, they drew me in, offering insight not just into their lives, but into the resilience of the human spirit. What makes The Drum Beat especially enjoyable is their shared humor. Their edgy sarcasm kept things light, even when they touched on some of the heavier parts of their lives. And while they made me laugh, they also offered valuable perspectives and life lessons that came from years of growth and personal challenges. Pete’s story is particularly inspiring. The fact that he’s now a lawyer speaks to the power of second chances, perseverance, and the importance of having a strong support system. This is not just a story of friendship but one of redemption and resilience, and it’s clear that both Josie and Pete have grown immensely from their experiences. If you’re looking for a podcast that blends personal history, genuine friendship, humor, and real life lessons, The Drum Beat should be on your list. It’s a raw yet thoughtful exploration of life’s twists and turns, backed by a bond that’s stood the test of time. As they say, Let’s Get Drumming – I highly recommend joining them on this journey.
Saturday Sep 14, 2024
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