Podcast
Abruptly Authentic with Hollie Strano
Hosted by Ars Longa Media · EN
Abruptly Authentic with Hollie Strano is a rising lifestyle podcast/variety show hosted by former Cleveland meteorologist and news anchor Hollie Strano. Join her on her journey where she delves into topics such as sobriety, mental health, and all things Cleveland!
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Abruptly Authentic Rewind: Part 1
Sep 2500:26:07Tap to summarizeHollie shares the most powerful, funny, and heartfelt moments from Abruptly Authentic Rewind: Part One—including stories about resilience, recovery, family, and finding strength through authenticity. Part Two is coming soon, with even more unforgettable moments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Through Miles, There Is Hope
Aug 2800:27:27Tap to summarizeHollie talks with Melinda and Matt from The Miles Group — parents who turned grief into advocacy after losing their son Miles to fentanyl-laced counterfeit pills. A powerful conversation about stigma, healing, and the hope that comes from saying his name and building awareness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Wake Up And Win
Aug 14, 202500:14:02Tap to summarizeTwo winners. Two conversations. One unforgettable connection. In this special episode, Hollie chats with the Wake Up and Win contest winners about sobriety, kindness, family, coffee, and the small moments that make life big. A celebration of connection, gratitude, and being real. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →A Call To Serve Part 2 - Strength Through Pain
Jul 31, 202500:41:43Tap to summarizeMicah returns for Part 2 of his story—from surviving a deadly bombing in Afghanistan to facing the emotional aftermath. A conversation about trauma, fatherhood, faith, and what healing really looks like Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →A Call To Serve Part 1
Jul 17, 202500:29:47Tap to summarizeHollie talks with Micah—a Marine veteran whose story spans enlistment, leadership, and a devastating 21st birthday in Iraq. A raw and honest conversation about identity, purpose, and the weight of surviving war. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Strength in Awareness with Gretchen from OROC
Jul 3, 202500:20:01Tap to summarizeHollie talks with Gretchen from OutRun Ovarian Cancer—a mother, advocate, and founder of one of Northeast Ohio’s most impactful awareness movements. A moving conversation about symptoms, survivorship, and the strength that comes from speaking up. Learn more and get involved: oroc.org OROC Race Info, Donations, and Resources Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Behind The Diagnosis with Dr. Patrick Beeman
Jun 19, 202500:20:41Tap to summarizeOvarian cancer is known as a silent killer—but what if speaking up could change everything? In this powerful conversation, Hollie sits down with OB/GYN and addiction medicine physician Dr. Patrick Beeman to talk about early signs, missed symptoms, and how to advocate for yourself when something doesn’t feel right. A must-listen for anyone navigating a diagnosis or seeking to be heard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →A Gut Feeling
Jun 5, 202500:35:28Tap to summarizeWhen Hollie noticed something didn’t feel right, she spoke up—and it may have saved her life. In this powerful solo episode, she shares her journey through ovarian cancer, sobriety, and the fear that almost kept her from seeking care. A story about listening to your body, trusting your instincts, and speaking up—especially when it’s hard. If you’ve ever ignored a symptom, questioned your instincts, or struggled to speak up in a doctor’s office, this episode is for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Roll the Tape with Brad Sussman
May 22, 202500:40:53Tap to summarize🎙️ Roll the Tape — Brad Sussman joins Hollie to revisit the moment a single news tape changed everything. As Hollie’s first mentor in broadcasting, Brad reflects on their early days in the newsroom, what makes a great mentor, and how both their lives have evolved since leaving TV. From second chances to spiritual wake-up calls, this is a candid conversation about growth, grace, and the power of believing in someone before they believe in themselves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribe →Weathering Life with Mark Nolan
May 1, 202500:54:03Tap to summarize🎙 Longtime Cleveland Newscasters Reunite — Friendship, Sobriety, and the Real Life Behind the Camera! In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Abruptly Authentic, Hollie sits down with her longtime friend and fellow Cleveland media icon, Mark Nolan, for an unfiltered conversation about life and transformation. From their early days as beloved Cleveland TV personalities to the challenges of working in the spotlight, Hollie and Mark reflect on over 20 years of friendship. They open up about the realities of mental health, addiction recovery, and navigating career transitions — all with humor, honesty, and heart. If you’ve ever watched Hollie or Mark deliver the forecast, you won’t want to miss this episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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