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Since Oct 2021
Latest Episode Jul 2025

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Interesting and inspirational stories, experiences, and interviews with unique people I have connected with in life.

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S4E1 DINA- "The Right One"

Jul 18, 2025 1h 12m

In this intimate and emotionally layered conversation, Jay Gittleson sits down with Dina — the woman who stood beside Billy, a beloved figure in both the kidney and TikTok communities.Through her…

Daily Dose of Inspiration

Sep 20, 2023 1h 3m

In this episode we are joined by Tanaja. She is role model, especially for young women. She shares her daily doses of inspiration on Tik Tok. In her late 20s, she exudes a unique maturity and…

Jamie the Optimist

Apr 26, 2023 36m

Ever meet someone who is optimistic, has incredible curiosity, and is also very accepting of people? Well, I would like to introduce you to one such person. His name is Jamie Polson, aka "Jamie the…

Hope is a Survival Skill

Mar 30, 2023 51m

Today's guest is Jenn who founded an organization called Hope is a Survival Skill which is dedicated to sharing stories of hope after a lived (suicide) attempt or after the death of a loved one to…

"Dialing From Dialysis" with Cornelius Lee Barker

Mar 14, 2023 51m

This episode consists of a never before heard interview with Cornelius Lee Barker recorded on September 28, 2017 from my dialysis chair. It was part of my series called "Dialing From Dialysis." I had…

Ruff Road to Glory

Mar 02, 2023 51m

Our guest on this episode is Rich Ruffalo.  Rich is a dynamic motivator, author, educator, and internationally recognized athlete who inspires a wide range of audiences everywhere, from children to…

Scroggie's Southern Comfort

Feb 23, 2023 1h 2m

In this episode we meet three amazing people in Marrissa Kooser, David Scroggins and Bryce Finkeldei.   Marrissa Kooser donated a kidney to her friend David Scroggins in August 2019. Tragically, they…

Success Hotline

Aug 04, 2022 29m

This episode is a conversation with Dr. Rob Gilbert. He is a distinguished professor of Sports Psychology at Montclair State University in New Jersey. Dr. Gilbert is also a renowned motivational…

S2E2 The Original Thief of Hearts-PART 2

Feb 18, 2022 44m

This is Part 2 of "The Original Thief of Hearts" Episode recorded in November, 2021. Vasilios Bill Sotiropoulos is still in need of a kidney transplant, but he continues to stay positive. Bill has…

S1E13 Not Making a Mark

Jan 20, 2022 6m

Not making a mark is a good thing if you are an amazing phlebotomist who always gets the blood drawn on the first try without leaving a bruise on the patient's arm. I was reunited this morning with…

S1E12 The Big Give

Dec 25, 2021 1h 11m

I am honored to welcome two special guests, Heather Platts and Bruce Michael Miller for our special Christmas episode called "The Big Give." Heather and Bruce are partners in life and comprise the…

S1E10 Lemon-Aid

Dec 08, 2021 39m

Our guest on this episode is Robert Lemon. He is a professional speaker, role model in the community and glad to call him a good friend. Robert will discuss his new speaking program called…

S1E9 The Original Thief of Hearts

Nov 29, 2021 46m

Our guest on this episode is Vasilios Bill Sotiropoulos. Bill is the "Original Thief of Hearts"- a high profile performer and entertainer who found his way later into the corporate world in Toronto,…

S1E8 Chain Reaction

Nov 22, 2021 1h 1m

We welcome Brian Glennon as our guest on this episode of Jay's Reel World. Brian donated his kidney at his local hospital transplant center on October 3, 2017. It was the ultimate act of kindness as…

S1E7 Funny Business

Nov 15, 2021 1h 3m

Eddie Brill is our special guest for this episode of Jay's Reel World. He is an award-winning stand-up comedian and former Entertainment Coordinator for The David Letterman Show. He was one of the…

The Gift of Life

Nov 09, 2021 56m

Our guest for this episode is Kyle Rogers who donated his kidney to save the life of his then 25-year-old daughter Kourtney. November is "National Donor Sabbath" month which focuses on further…

Dream Fulfilled

Nov 07, 2021 8m

Many magical and unexpected things happened during my 33-month stint on dialysis which lasted from March 2, 2017, until December 4, 2019. "Dream Fulfilled" is one of the experiences from that time…

S1E5 Lifelines

Nov 03, 2021 1h 3m

Jay's Reel World welcomes Billy Ayres as our guest. Billy went from a professional music career, recording with top stars to finding his passion as a music therapist working with children and adults…

S1E3 The Doc I Needed

Oct 29, 2021 29m

My guest today on Jay's Reel World is Dwight "Doc" Gooden. Doc is a former Major League Rookie of the Year, Cy Young Award-winning pitcher, and three-time World Series champion. He was my childhood…

S1E2 The Light at the End of the Tunnel

Oct 29, 2021 40m

Christopher Murphy is our guest on Jay's Reel World. The theme of "The Light at the End of the Tunnel" is significant to us both who have gone through major health challenges. Chris received his gift…

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