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Slice of Life
Hosted by Jay Foreman & Rich Weller · EN
𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲?
Love the ’70s and ’80s? So do we. Slice of Life is your backstage pass to mixtapes, cartoons, and the beautiful chaos of growing up back then. Real stories. Big laughs. A delightful exploration of the human journey that seamlessly blends nostalgia, humor, and heartfelt storytelling.
Hosted by Jay and Rich... two lifelong friends with a 30-year bond... the show captures the essence of growing up in the ’70s and ’80s and reflects on the moments that shaped us from then to now. They’ll make you feel right at home.
𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝘀—𝗮𝘀 𝘄𝗲 𝘀𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗲 𝘂𝗽 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀, 𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝘀𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝗮 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲.
Jay brings a unique flair as an award-winning author, professional storyteller, and John Maxwell certified trainer. His experiences as a national speaker and devoted family man enrich every episode with insight and authenticity.
Rich adds a twist as a Marketing Executive, Public Figure, author, and Social Media Influencer. With over 25 years in retail, marketing, and media, he brings practical wisdom, creativity, and just the right dose of levity.
📧 Contact us: sliceoflifepodcastog@gmail.com
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BUT WAIT... THERE'S MORE! The Greatest Infomercials of All Time!
Yesterday01:04:07Tap to summarizeSend us a message, we'd love to hear from you.Episode #25: BUT WAIT... THERE'S MORE! The Greatest Infomercials of All TimeBUT WAIT... THERE'S MORE!This week, Jay and Rich travel back to a time when late night television belonged to legendary pitchmen like Ron Popeil, Billy Mays, and a cast of larger-than-life sales personalities who could convince America that absolutely everyone needed one more gadget. For $3.99!Before Amazon, TikTok, unboxing reviews, and influencer marketing, there were infomercials—where a charismatic pitchman, a catchy slogan, and a dramatic product demonstration could turn a simple gadget into a must-have sensation overnight.From the Veg-O-Matic, Pocket Fisherman, Ginsu Knives, Flowbee, ThighMaster, ShamWow, Slap Chop, OxiClean, Mr. Microphone, and the unforgettable Big Mouth Billy Bass, the guys revisit the products that filled our TV screens and emptied our wallets.What made these commercials so effective? Was it the demonstrations? The catchy slogans? The impossibly enthusiastic sales pitches? Or was it simply the magic of an era when every problem seemed to have a miracle solution available in three easy payments of $19.99?Jay and Rich share memories, laughs, and plenty of nostalgia as they explore the products we bought, the products we wanted, and the products we still can't believe existed.Packed with outrageous claims, unforgettable catchphrases, and enough "CALL NOW!" energy to make your old landline ring itself, this episode celebrates one of the most entertaining chapters in television history.So grab your favorite "As Seen on TV" gadget and join us for a trip back to the golden age of infomercials.Because if you listen now... we'll throw in the nostalgia absolutely free. There is nothing quite like the slow-smoked goodness at Gig’s BBQ. From tender pulled pork and fall-off-the-bone ribs to his legendary Hogzilla, every bite is packed with flavor and crafted with care. Gig’s BBQ isn’t fast food, it is real barbecue… smoked low and slow over hickory and oak until perfection. Come taste it for yourself at 855 Bloomery Pike, Augusta, West Virginia 26704 https://gigsbbqjoint.com/Jay can be found on Facebook at: https://jaywforeman.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/JayWForemanRich can be found at: https://therichweller.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/rich.weller.9 Contact us: sliceoflifepodcastog@gmail.com
Transcribe →Remembering School Lunches - Cardboard Cartons & Cafeteria Kings
May 2301:16:36Tap to summarizeSend us a message, we'd love to hear from you.We missed April, but we're making up for it with a heavy dose of nostalgia. From bartering for no-bake cookies to dodging the gym coach in the cafeteria, we’re unpacking the glorious (and slightly traumatic) world of school lunches. Grab a tray and your favorite wax carton of milk—Slice of Life is officially BACK! 🍕🥛 New Season... New Logo... New Intro!! Thank you for making us GLOBAL... 53 Countries and 391 Cities. WOW!!! There is nothing quite like the slow-smoked goodness at Gig’s BBQ. From tender pulled pork and fall-off-the-bone ribs to his legendary Hogzilla, every bite is packed with flavor and crafted with care. Gig’s BBQ isn’t fast food, it is real barbecue… smoked low and slow over hickory and oak until perfection. Come taste it for yourself at 855 Bloomery Pike, Augusta, West Virginia 26704 https://gigsbbqjoint.com/Jay can be found on Facebook at: https://jaywforeman.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/JayWForemanRich can be found at: https://therichweller.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/rich.weller.9 Contact us: sliceoflifepodcastog@gmail.com
Transcribe →Commercials That Still Live in Our Heads
Mar 3101:09:03Tap to summarizeSend us a message, we'd love to hear from you.Hold the pickles, hold the lettuce... Special Orders Don't Upset us... Have it Your Way! Some commercials didn’t just sell products… they became part of who we are.In this episode, we rewind to the 70s and 80s… when TV commercials were unforgettable. Iconic. The jingles you still catch yourself humming. The mascots that became unforgettable. The slogans that are still stuck, for decades without trying.We’re talking about the ads that didn’t need algorithms… they earned attention the old-fashioned way… by being creative, catchy, and impossible to ignore. They were and are pop culture. We discuss why those commercials worked… how repetition, emotion, and simplicity burned them into memory… and why today’s advertising feels so different.And this one means a little more to us…We’re celebrating our 2nd anniversary of Slice of Life. What started as conversations about growing up has now reached listeners in 38 countries and 352 cities around the world.That’s something we don’t take lightly.So whether you grew up with Saturday morning cartoons and commercial breaks… or you’re just curious why an entire generation still remembers 30-second ads word-for-word…Press play. Because some things don’t fade…They stick. There is nothing quite like the slow-smoked goodness at Gig’s BBQ. From tender pulled pork and fall-off-the-bone ribs to his legendary Hogzilla, every bite is packed with flavor and crafted with care. Gig’s BBQ isn’t fast food, it is real barbecue… smoked low and slow over hickory and oak until perfection. Come taste it for yourself at 855 Bloomery Pike, Augusta, West Virginia 26704 https://gigsbbqjoint.com/Jay can be found on Facebook at: https://jaywforeman.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/JayWForemanRich can be found at: https://therichweller.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/rich.weller.9 Contact us: sliceoflifepodcastog@gmail.com
Transcribe →The First Time We Felt Grown up
Feb 2801:13:45Tap to summarizeSend us a message, we'd love to hear from you.Whether it was the first slow dance, the first kiss, or the first time you had to change your own tire, we’re exploring the exact moment the "childhood" label started falling off. When did it happen for you?Take a listen to some of our experiences—we bet they’re probably similar. And if not, you’ll certainly take a walk down memory lane of becoming more responsible. Rich... he’s still working on it. Plus a couple shout-outs! Thanks for listening and following. There is nothing quite like the slow-smoked goodness at Gig’s BBQ. From tender pulled pork and fall-off-the-bone ribs to his legendary Hogzilla, every bite is packed with flavor and crafted with care. Gig’s BBQ isn’t fast food, it is real barbecue… smoked low and slow over hickory and oak until perfection. Come taste it for yourself at 855 Bloomery Pike, Augusta, West Virginia 26704 https://gigsbbqjoint.com/Jay can be found on Facebook at: https://jaywforeman.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/JayWForemanRich can be found at: https://therichweller.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/rich.weller.9 Contact us: sliceoflifepodcastog@gmail.com
Transcribe →Family Game Night- Survivor Edition
Jan 1701:22:26Tap to summarizeSend us a message, we'd love to hear from you. Game Night Was Never Just a Game ...Game night wasn’t just about winning… it was about memories, sibling rivalries, questionable rules, and moments you still laugh about today. From Mystery Date and Monopoly wars to jump scares from Perfection and the games some families refused to play, we revisit the board games that shaped our childhoods. Dice were rolled, pieces were lost, and emotions ran high… and somehow, that was the fun. We give a shout out to our friends Barry Lee and Sierra Collins. Listen to their podcast at the links below. Breakfast with Barry Lee: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breakfast-with-barry-lee/id1579548541Branching Out with Sierra: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/branching-out-with-sierra/id1749155261 There is nothing quite like the slow-smoked goodness at Gig’s BBQ. From tender pulled pork and fall-off-the-bone ribs to his legendary Hogzilla, every bite is packed with flavor and crafted with care. Gig’s BBQ isn’t fast food, it is real barbecue… smoked low and slow over hickory and oak until perfection. Come taste it for yourself at 855 Bloomery Pike, Augusta, West Virginia 26704 https://gigsbbqjoint.com/Jay can be found on Facebook at: https://jaywforeman.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/JayWForemanRich can be found at: https://therichweller.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/rich.weller.9 Contact us: sliceoflifepodcastog@gmail.com
Transcribe →Christmas Classics… Movies We Still Watch
Dec 1401:13:22Tap to summarizeSend us a message, we'd love to hear from you.The Slice of Life Podcast wraps up the 2025 season with one of our most fun and heartfelt episodes yet… Christmas Classics with the one and only Barry Lee. We take a joyful stroll through some of our favorite Christmas movies… not deep dives, just the memories, the laughs, and the moments that stuck with us. From A Christmas Story to Scrooge across the years… Christmas Vacation and plenty more… these films shaped our holidays and still find a way to bring us back every December.As always, the conversation flows the way Slice of Life does best… easy, nostalgic, and full of shared experiences that feel like sitting around the table with old friends.We close the episode with something especially meaningful… Barry Lee shares details of Chain of Checks. Celebrating forty years and raising over two million dollars for those in need, this powerful tradition reminds us what the season is truly about… generosity, kindness, and community.If you’re feeling inspired, donations can be made at www.chainofchecks.comLaugh with us… reminisce with us… and finish the season reminded that even small acts can make a lasting impact. There is nothing quite like the slow-smoked goodness at Gig’s BBQ. From tender pulled pork and fall-off-the-bone ribs to his legendary Hogzilla, every bite is packed with flavor and crafted with care. Gig’s BBQ isn’t fast food, it is real barbecue… smoked low and slow over hickory and oak until perfection. Come taste it for yourself at 855 Bloomery Pike, Augusta, West Virginia 26704 https://gigsbbqjoint.com/Gig's BBQ At Gig’s BBQ, we believe great barbecue isn’t just food—it’s an experience. It's a passion, slow-smoDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Jay can be found on Facebook at: https://jaywforeman.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/JayWForemanRich can be found at: https://therichweller.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/rich.weller.9 Contact us: sliceoflifepodcastog@gmail.com
Transcribe →Thanksgiving Memories... The Love The Laughs The Leftovers and More
Nov 2201:11:53Tap to summarizeSend us a message, we'd love to hear from you.This episode dives into all the moments that make Thanksgiving unforgettable… the foods we crave all year long… the gatherings that bring everyone back together… even the funny disasters that somehow become the best stories. We talk about the kids table, the desserts that disappeared too fast, and the love and laughter that always seem to fill the day. It’s a slice of nostalgia you’ll feel all the way through.And from the two of us… we’re grateful for everyone who listens, shares a memory, or simply joins us for the ride. This season is all about appreciation… and we’re thankful you’re part of this journey. There is nothing quite like the slow-smoked goodness at Gig’s BBQ. From tender pulled pork and fall-off-the-bone ribs to his legendary Hogzilla, every bite is packed with flavor and crafted with care. Gig’s BBQ isn’t fast food, it is real barbecue… smoked low and slow over hickory and oak until perfection. Come taste it for yourself at 855 Bloomery Pike, Augusta, West Virginia 26704 https://gigsbbqjoint.com/Jay can be found on Facebook at: https://jaywforeman.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/JayWForemanRich can be found at: https://therichweller.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/rich.weller.9 Contact us: sliceoflifepodcastog@gmail.com
Transcribe →Halloween’s Past...70s 80s style of Horror
Oct 2601:09:48Tap to summarizeSend us a message, we'd love to hear from you.Tune in... if you dare! 👻You remember.... back when our Halloween masks were plastic, that rubber-band strap, filled with the moisture of our own breath, and our candy... some nasty and some pure gold... and yes, Rich wore the same costume four years in a row. And, Jay was the 20th of this character. The skeleton head beside the bed. This episode of Slice of Life is taking you back to the Halloween nights that defined our childhood... the best movies ever made, and the scariest ones that still haunt us. There is nothing quite like the slow-smoked goodness at Gig’s BBQ. From tender pulled pork and fall-off-the-bone ribs to his legendary Hogzilla, every bite is packed with flavor and crafted with care. Gig’s BBQ isn’t fast food, it is real barbecue… smoked low and slow over hickory and oak until perfection. Come taste it for yourself at 855 Bloomery Pike, Augusta, West Virginia 26704 https://gigsbbqjoint.com/Jay can be found on Facebook at: https://jaywforeman.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/JayWForemanRich can be found at: https://therichweller.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/rich.weller.9 Contact us: sliceoflifepodcastog@gmail.com
Transcribe →Slow Dances and Sock Hops - School Dances
Sep 1401:12:52Tap to summarizeSend us a message, we'd love to hear from you.Jay is super excited about this one… school dances! From the thrill of asking someone to dance to the sting of rejection… from sock hops and cake walks to those unforgettable songs that Rich cannot quite remember, we cover it all.Joining us is special guest Sierra Collins, host of Branching Out with Sierra. She shares how she mastered the art of scoping out the room, not for finding friends on the dance floor but to connect with the older DJ boys. When you level up with the DJs, you get access to the best songs, the best stories, and a whole new perspective on what school dances were all about. There is nothing quite like the slow-smoked goodness at Gig’s BBQ. From tender pulled pork and fall-off-the-bone ribs to his legendary Hogzilla, every bite is packed with flavor and crafted with care. Gig’s BBQ isn’t fast food, it is real barbecue… smoked low and slow over hickory and oak until perfection. Come taste it for yourself at 855 Bloomery Pike, Augusta, West Virginia 26704 https://gigsbbqjoint.com/Jay can be found on Facebook at: https://jaywforeman.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/JayWForemanRich can be found at: https://therichweller.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/rich.weller.9 Contact us: sliceoflifepodcastog@gmail.com
Transcribe →Torture Devices of Childhood and Hazards of the Playground
Aug 1601:01:23Tap to summarizeSend us a message, we'd love to hear from you.Take a trip back to when playgrounds weren’t just play… they were obstacle courses disguised as fun. The metal slide of death that doubled as a frying pan in July… teeter-totters and see-saws ready to launch you into orbit… and monkey bars that tested both your grip and your courage. We’re reliving the thrills, spills, and unforgettable hazards of childhood that shaped us.And a HUGE shout-out to Brian Brehm, award-winning author with the Winchester Star, for the incredible feature article on us and the Slice of Life podcast. We’re honored and grateful!Read it here: https://www.winchesterstar.com/winchester_star/winchester-duos-podcast-sparking-memories-across-the-country/article_516f9e26-9651-5b5f-a01b-8e0d9ee6684d.html There is nothing quite like the slow-smoked goodness at Gig’s BBQ. From tender pulled pork and fall-off-the-bone ribs to his legendary Hogzilla, every bite is packed with flavor and crafted with care. Gig’s BBQ isn’t fast food, it is real barbecue… smoked low and slow over hickory and oak until perfection. Come taste it for yourself at 855 Bloomery Pike, Augusta, West Virginia 26704 https://gigsbbqjoint.com/Jay can be found on Facebook at: https://jaywforeman.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/JayWForemanRich can be found at: https://therichweller.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/rich.weller.9 Contact us: sliceoflifepodcastog@gmail.com
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