Episodes 60
Avg. Duration 39m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (23)
Since May 2025
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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About This Podcast

Life confronts us with the unexpected. Curveball is about facing an unimaginable life event and the human experience of responding to it—and how we can all hit life’s curveballs. Host Scott Reich was dealt a huge curveball when his infant son, Eli, was diagnosed in 2019 with a rare brain disorder called FOXG1 syndrome. Eli cannot walk, talk, or do anything independently while suffering seizures and other medical challenges. In response to Eli's diagnosis, Scott immediately launched a global nonprofit, Believe in a Cure, which is changing the future landscape of this disease while supporting the broader rare disease community. Scott's journey with Eli inspired this journey as the host of Curveball where Scott speaks to people whose lives were upended by unexpected challenges. New episodes drop every Tuesday.

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#59 Surviving Stage 4 Colon Cancer: Tim McDonald on Patient Advocacy and Taking Control of Your Health Journey

Jun 09, 2026 35m

On this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with Tim McDonald, a stage 4 colorectal cancer survivor who transformed a terrifying diagnosis into a mission of advocacy and hope. Diagnosed…

#58 From Volunteer to CEO: Lindsay Farrell on Building Better Healthcare in America

Jun 02, 2026 33m

On this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with Lindsay Farrell, the CEO of Open Door Family Medical Center—one of New York’s leading community-based healthcare organizations. Starting…

#57 From White House Speechwriter to Jewish Thought Leader: Sarah Hurwitz’s Journey of Rediscovery

May 26, 2026 39m

On this episode of Curveball, New York Times bestselling author and former White House speechwriter Sarah Hurwitz joins host Scott Reich to share her unexpected journey from crafting iconic and…

#56 Travis Snider on Redefining Identity After Professional Baseball and the Cost of Early Sports Success

May 19, 2026 38m

On this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with former MLB first-round pick and CEO of 3A Athletics, Travis Snider, to explore the hidden costs of early success and the profound…

#55 Choosing Gratitude in the Face of Adversity: Lessons from Sarah Rhodes

May 12, 2026 33m

This week on Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with Sarah Rhodes, a woman whose life is a testament to resilience, courage, and trusting in fate. From battling infertility with her husband, Joel,…

#54 From Loss to Leadership: How NFL Legend Raymont Harris Controls the Controllables

May 05, 2026 33m

On this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich welcomes NFL legend, entrepreneur, and author, Raymont Harris. For over 50 years, Raymont believed a powerful story about his past: that his mother died…

#53 Creating The Maze: How Justin Gurland Beat Addiction and Built a Haven for the Sober Movement

Apr 28, 2026 35m

On this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with Justin Gurland, a creative entrepreneur and founder of The Maze—New York City's first members-only, alcohol-free social club. Justin is…

#52 Finding Time Abundance: Laura Vanderkam’s Advice on Building More Meaningful and Resilient Schedules

Apr 21, 2026 33m

Life is full of the unexpected, and few things feel as elusive as time. On today’s episode of Curveball, we dive deep into the challenge of managing our hours with Laura Vanderkam, a leading expert…

#51 Beyond Limits: A Conversation with Fashion Influencer and Disability Advocate Michaela Davert

Apr 14, 2026 34m

On this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with fashion influencer and disability advocate, Michaela Davert, known across social media as Fun Sized Style. Born with a rare genetic…

#50 Unexpected Loss and Resilience: How Whitney Lyn Allen Became a Voice for Grievers

Apr 07, 2026 37m

In this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with certified grief educator and author Whitney Lyn Allen. Whitney’s world was upended when her husband, Ryan, suffered a sudden and severe…

#49 Living Blind, Living Strong: Evan Schwerbrock’s Guide to Impactful Fitness Advocacy

Mar 31, 2026 40m

On this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with Evan Schwerbrock, known to many as “The Blind Strongman.” When Evan suddenly lost his vision in 2014 due to a rare genetic disorder, his…

#48 Julie Gibson Clark: Small Steps to Longevity and Quality Healthspan on a Realistic Budget

Mar 24, 2026 42m

On this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with longevity advocate and "reluctant biohacker" Julie Gibson Clark, whose story is a testament to the power of mindset and personal…

#47 How to Break Free from Stress and Overwhelm with Dr. Rachel Goldman

Mar 17, 2026 38m

On this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with Dr. Rachel Goldman, a clinical psychologist and assistant professor at NYU, to talk about her new book, When Life Happens: The Mindset…

#46 Dr. Ellen Langer Challenges Everything You Think About Mindfulness, Stress, and Regret

Mar 10, 2026 39m

On this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with Dr. Ellen Langer, the Harvard professor often called the "mother of mindfulness." Prepare to rethink everything you know about the…

#45 Overcoming Paralysis and Trauma: How Jordan Meyer Rebuilt His Life and Career

Mar 03, 2026 36m

On this compelling episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with trauma specialist and author Jordan Meyer for a conversation that’s both deeply personal and universally resonant. Before he…

#44 Skipping the Small Talk: How Kalina Silverman Built Deep Connections with the Big Talk Global Movement

Feb 24, 2026 48m

On this episode of Curveball, Scott Reich welcomes Kalina Silverman, the creator of Big Talk—a movement dedicated to skipping small talk in favor of meaningful, life-affirming connections. What…

#43 Chasing Curiosity: How Taryn Smith Became the First American Woman to Row the Atlantic Solo in World's Toughest Row

Feb 17, 2026 34m

On this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich welcomes Taryn Smith—a woman who turned her ordinary twenties into the adventure of a lifetime. Raised in landlocked Nebraska with no rowing experience,…

#42 When ALS Hits Home: Julia Krispeal on Caretaking, Grief, Parenting, and Resilience

Feb 10, 2026 32m

On this episode of Curveball, Scott Reich sits down with Julia Krispeal, a powerhouse in Long Island, New York, real estate and mother of two whose life was turned upside down when her husband was…

#41 Finding Strength After Sorrow: The Husaini Family’s Journey With Loss and Purpose

Feb 03, 2026 44m

On this powerful episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich sits down with Fawzia and Mustafa Husaini, a couple whose lives were forever changed after the devastating loss of their daughter, Aliza.…

#40 The Real Wolf of Wall Street Story: Dr. Nadine Macaluso’s Journey Beyond the Hollywood Film

Jan 27, 2026 36m

On this episode of Curveball, host Scott Reich welcomes Dr. Nadine Macaluso—known as Dr. Nae—a renowned trauma therapist and survivor of a high-profile, toxic relationship with the real-life “Wolf of…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Curveball with Scott Reich have?

Curveball with Scott Reich has published 60 episodes since May 2025, covering topics in Education, Health & Fitness.

Is Curveball with Scott Reich still active?

Curveball with Scott Reich is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 39m.

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