Season 8 Episode 2

Featuring Amanda and reoccurring guest TJ!

Amanda as in the “A” in J & A Acoustic a local musical duo you can catch performing at Lucy’s at Timberlanes and Off the Hook. It was an absolute pleasure having Amanda in the studio, joined by her fiancé and returning guest, TJ Petruzzelli.

This episode was a long-overdue catch-up, and honestly, a bit kismet—having Amanda back in “the cellar” (our recording cave), a place that holds a lot of meaning from our childhood. Amanda and I were close growing up, attending both Holy Family School and later Cardinal Spellman High School together. I’ve always known her to be incredibly musically talented with an amazing voice, so it’s no surprise that she and Jackie clicked so naturally and formed J & A Acoustic, showcasing that talent together.

We also dive into Amanda’s career as a social worker highlighting her journey from where she started to where she is now. It’s a profession that’s often misunderstood or overlooked, especially when people focus on the financial side, but Amanda gives a real and meaningful look into the impact of the work.

On a personal note, Amanda is one of the kindest people I know, which makes perfect sense if you know her parents, Leanne and Chuck two of the most genuinely caring people out there. And it’s been awesome to see TJ become part of that family. He’s a great guy and incredible with her two boys I couldn’t be happier for them both.

Of course, we go off track a bit taking a trip down memory lane with plenty of school stories. But we also bring it back to what we do best pop culture covering some of the hottest TV and movies out right now, including a review tied to a digital download giveaway for Wicked for Good.

You can find J & A Acoustic on Facebook by searching “J & A Acoustic,” where they post upcoming gig dates for both Lucy’s at Timberlanes and Off the Hook.

And one more shoutout—TJ has long supported Walter’s Barbershop, and I’m excited to share they’ve recently undergone a full revamp and rebranded as Ironrazer Barber Co.. Check them out on Instagram by searching Ironrazer Barber Co.

Ever wanted to meet the stars of the Jayypod Bonecast or even become a guest yourself? Come down to Kicks and Tricks 10 in Warwick at the DoubleTree Hotel from 12–6 PM! Jump on the podcast, hang out with the crew, and catch the live finale.

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