The HitCycle Podcast is a podcast discussing hip-hop and popular music from a baseball player's perspective. Each main episode features a discussion around an influential hip-hop artist using baseball's grading system and scouting tools. If you love music, come chop it up with us for a bit
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Conversations with professionals in the ADHD community such as therapists and educators, as well as those with ADHD themselves, to learn valuable information about the wide-ranging impact of ADHD, tips and strategies toward better productivity with ADHD, and inspiring stories of success with ADHD. Some episodes will be my own musings, based on my experience as an ADHD coach and teaching in a high school classroom.
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Avi Friedman - Time Management and Procrastination
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1:02:35Time management coach Avi Friedman shares his approach to addressing procrastination at work and in decision making, as well as the value of executive functions for recovering addicts. Links to get in touch with Avi: https://www.linkedin.com/in/managedminds www.managedminds.co https://skillnosh.com/product/overcoming-procrastination/ For coaching, …
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MC Lyte is historic. The first female emcee to release a full solo album. She is one of the most technically gifted rappers of her time, and one of the most revered artists in hip-hop. Join us as we break down her contributions to rap and broader culture.By Bill Farrow & David Grunfeld
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Faigy Leibermann - An ADHD Coach Found Out She Has ADHD
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50:59Faigy Leibermann of the UK tells her ADHD story - her career journey, her diagnosis as an adult, learning skills to help her family, and a lot more. Faigy can be reached by email at [email protected] or via Whatsapp at 447805159803 For coaching, visit the website at rsreichadhdcoach.com or email Rabbi Shmuel at [email protected] Ema…
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Dr. Devora Samet - Social Skills Challenges Related to ADHD and Red Green Behavior Therapy
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1:20:47Dr. Devora Samet, a psychologist who specializes in social skills training for both children and adults - and a specific modality called Red Green Behavior Therapy (RGBT) - describes the value of strong social skills and social challenges that are often a result of ADHD, and describes the method she uses to teach better social skills. Dr. Samet has…
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One of the most uniquely infamous moments in modern rap history. Drake's Hot97 'freestyle' reading off his blackberry. Today we discuss what we remember about it and it's effects sinceBy Bill Farrow & David Grunfeld
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R' Ari Walkin - Using Boredom and the Great Outdoors to Find Meaning and Personal Growth
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39:03R' Ari Walkin - a rebbi in Ohr Yisrael of Tenafly, NJ, a mental health counselor, and a personal trainer - tells his story of struggles in school and finding a path to growth through a yeshiva nad rabbeim who appreciated him and catered to his needs, a unique perspective on boredom, and his passions of working out and the great outdoors. R' Ari can…
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The Wu-Tang Clan revolutionized Hip-hop and broader culture as each member tore through tracks with their own unique and razor sharp wordplay, personality, and imagery. No lyrical blade was sharper than the user of the liquid sword: GZA aka The Genius. Today we look at the anointed 'head of Voltron' to the Wu-Tang Clan with our good friend Shau Boo…
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David Part 2 - Helping His Clients and His Community
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37:05David, the anonymous guest from episode 14 - where we discussed his personal story - discusses his role in helping his clients in the business world who have ADHD, members of his own community whom he helps pro bono, and more. For coaching, visit the website at rsreichadhdcoach.com or email Rabbi Shmuel at [email protected] Email the show …
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Dr. Nachi Felt - Achieving Goals and Self Regulation through the Study of Mussar (Self Improvement in Torah)
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52:16Dr. Nachi Felt, a psychologist in private practice, professor at Columbia University, and ordained rabbi shared his personal ADHD, including his early struggles at school, how the study of Torah helped him learn the skills of setting goals and self regulation, how he managed to receive rabbinic ordination and a PhD. despite his ADHD challenges, and…
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Moishe Grunfeld - An ABA Therapist Shares Strategies for Everyone
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37:00Moishe Grunfeld, an ABA therapist working with schools, shares different strategies he uses for students with ADHD, and shares what the rest of us can learn from them. Moishe can be reached by phone or Whatsapp at 917-602-7981 For coaching, visit the website at rsreichadhdcoach.com or email Rabbi Shmuel at [email protected] Email the show …
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Pinch Hit #8: K Dot vs. Everyone (feat. Jordan Bell)
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30:35Kendrick Lamar had a hell of year... why not cap it off with one of the most hyped Super Bowl performances in recent memory? Close friend and frequent guest of HCP Jordan Bell steps in for Bill to chop it up with David about the creative choices made, what might have been missing from the show, and how yet another iconic performance on a global sta…
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David Part 1 - Teachers Who Understood Intuitively, a Late Diagnosis, and More
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42:01David, an anonymous guest, tells the story of his struggles through schooling, teachers who understood him intuitively, finding a career path, diet, exercise, communication, and more. In Part 2 of this interview we discussed his help of others with ADHD. For coaching, visit the website at rsreichadhdcoach.com or email Rabbi Shmuel at rsreichadhdcoa…
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Nelly was a mega star in the front half of the early 2000s. He checked just about every achievement an artist could want; accolades, hits, publicity, and even a Superbowl performance (more on that in this episode). It's only right that we take a look at one of St Louis's finest. Come ride with us as we roll down memory lane with Nelly. Enjoy…
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Shimmy Feintuch, LCSW, CASAC - ADHD and Addictions
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36:06Shimmy Feintuch, a licensed therapist and addictions counselor, discusses why individuals with ADHD can be more susceptible to addictions, what treatment can look like, the importance of family members getting their own treatment and support, and more. Shimmy can be reached via email at [email protected] or through his website www.shimmyfein…
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Foxy Brown left her mark on the culture with her visceral delivery, lyrical depth, and immense swagger. She went toe to toe with some of history's best and always shinned. We wanted to do right by the Ill Na Na by showing our love for her contribution to hip-hop & rap. Today we look at one of rap's most unsung greats.…
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Rabbi Yehuda Grunhut - Diagnosed at age 39 with ADHD Inattentive Type
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1:22:33Rabbi Yehuda Grunhut, a rebbi (mashgiach) in Rabbi Feivelson's Yeshiva in Israel and an ADHD coach shares his story of struggles and successes with ADHD Inattentive Type, including first receiving a diagnosis at age 39. We discussed talking to oneself, impostor syndrome, trouble folllowing a lecture, the value and challenges of note taking, and a l…
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Dr. Moshe Marcus, PhD. - ADHD and Failure to Launch
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52:54Dr. Moshe Marcus discusses the relationship between ADHD and the phenomenon called "Failure to Launch," in which young adults are not progressing as one would expect. Dr. Marcus's bio and contact on Psychology Today Dr. Marcus's website: moshemarcusphd.com Dr. Marcus's book on Amazon For coaching, visit the website at rsreichadhdcoach.com or email …
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Hip-hop and Rap are about 50 years old so it's always been thought of as a young man's game. But some of the forefathers of the culture are still paving the way and showing us how to age and still make incredible contributions to the culture, music, and business. On this pinch hit, we examine, gettin' a lil older.…
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Rabbi Dovid Goldman - a Principal's Own ADHD, Including Strengths and Challenges, Helps Inform His Approach in Education
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1:04:17Rabbi Dovid Goldman, menahel at Heichal Hatorah in Teaneck, NJ, and former menahel at Tiferes Yisroel in Brooklyn as well as MTI in St. Louis, tells the story of his own ADHD, how seeing ADHD in his students and children helped him understand himself better, and in turn how to help others learn in a way that caters to their strengths. For coaching,…
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Today we are looking at 1/2 of the legendary Outkast. Big Boi sometimes is the more unsung rapper in Hip-Hop's greatest duo but, is every bit as important to the group's success. His hall of fame career is a huge part of not just southern Hip-Hop, Hop-Hop overall. Today we look at one of the all-time greats; the man who is cooler than a polar bear'…
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Dr. Simcha Chesner, Dr. Sara Markowitz - Their book, Kosher ADHD, and their own stories
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1:42:26Psychologists Dr. Simcha Chesner and Dr. Sara Markowitz discuss their book Kosher ADHD which addresses the unique challenges ADHD presents for the lifestyle of Orthodox Jews, as well as the personal stories of their own ADHD. To learn more about their work, check out their website: kosher-adhd.com To contact them, email them: [email protected] F…
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On February 7th 1974 - Two of the greatest Hip-Hop producers were born on opposite sides of the planet. One in Detroit, one in Japan. Both masters and architects of what we would see transform into the Lo-Fi sound. On this Pinch Hit, we show love to J Dilla & Nujabes. May they both rest in peace. Enjoy…
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Rabbi Elchonon Galbut - Harnessing Powerful Emotions to Pursue Dreams
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1:03:48Rabbi Elchonon Galbut - rabbi, businessman, song writer, and camp director tells the story of his ADHD struggles and successes. We discuss strong emotionality, how he used it to pursue his values, tools such as creating structure, delegation, using office supplies that speak to his interests, creative outlets, and much more. To follow up with Rabbi…
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On this episode, the HCP takes its first trip to Detroit to look at Slum Village, one of the most unique hip-hop groups in the culture's history. They are masters of that signature lo-fi sound that producer/group member J-Dilla helped pioneer. They are also adaptors in the face of tragedy as deaths in the group caused change dynamics and personal. …
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Dr. David Sitt: ADHD and Technology - Navigating the Complicated Relationship
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42:18Dr. David Sitt, PsyD clinical psychologist, professor, and author shares his insights into the challenges of navigating technology with ADHD, based on research he conducted, and published in his book, "ADHD Refocused." We discuss his own ADHD, the general challenges presented by technology, issues exacerbated when one has ADHD, creating a healthy r…
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James Earl Jones is one of the great actors in history. With his recent passing we wanted to make sure we paid our respects and celebrated his life, skills, and contribution to baseball given his roles in Field of Dreams and The Sandlot. Join us and our special guest Jordan Bell making his HCP debut as we celebrate one of the all timers and give hi…
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Our anonymous guest under the pseudonym "Rabbi Shmulik Blackman" returns to the show to further discuss his story. Rabbi Blackman shares details on his career as a teacher with ADHD teaching students with ADHD, his experiences with imposter syndrome, and the differences between teaching religious studies and secular studies as someone with ADHD. We…
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Today we go to Harlem and pay homage to one of the borough's finest. Big L is one of the biggest 'what if' or 'if only' cases in Hip-Hop history as he died tragically at the age of 24. One of the funniest but most cutthroat emcees of all time. Join us as we pay respect to one of the HCP's favorite rappers ever.…
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Rus Devorah Wallen, a highly accomplished therapist discusses her own ADHD, her experience with meditation, addressing potential religious issues posed by mindfulness meditation, her following the directive of the Lubavticher Rebbe, and a lot more. Rus Devrah Wallen's Website: Toratherapeutics.com Email: [email protected] or RD@Toratherape…
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We're paying homage to one of the most important shows/segments in the early stages of Modern Hip-Hop. Rap City and it's most well known host, Darian 'Big Tigger' Morgan helped expand the notoriety of some of rap's giants. Take some time and help us appreciate this incredibly important show, host, and freestyling segment that created iconic moments…
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An anonymous guest under the pseudonym "Rabbi Shmulik Blackman" tells the story of his ADHD challenges from his youth until early career. We discussed boredom, academic struggles, teachers who related to him well, finding a valuable mentor, deciding to become Chassidic, and more. For coaching, visit the website at rsreichadhdcoach.com or email Rabb…
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We go back to early 2000s ATL to discuss one of the most unique and high energy groups in modern Hip-Hop. The Ying Yang twins carved their space in the Crunk era and stamped the time with undeniable club bangers. This listen was the maybe the most nostalgic yet. Enjoy as we chop it up and put Kaine and D-Roc's legacy in our scope.…
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Rabbi Dovid Kram, a rebbi in Yeshiva Ohr Yisroel and a licensed therapist in private practice, discusses how he addresses the challenges those with ADHD face in his classroom, the impact of ADHD on families in crisis, the treatment of ADHD when there is co-occurring anxiety/OCD, and more. You can contact Rabbi Kram via email at [email protected].…
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Ethan Kaplan, and his mother Mrs. Jen Kaplan, tell the story of Ethan's academic and social challenges relating to his ADHD, finding the right school and teachers to address Ethan's needs, Ethan's religious journey, and more. Ethan's email address: [email protected] For coaching, visit the website at rsreichadhdcoach.com or email Rabbi Shmuel a…
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There's an endless list of 'em....Every rapper today has at least one that seems pre-loaded in their arsenal. In this Pinch Hit, we're talking Adlibs. Here's some of our favorites. Enjoy.By Bill Farrow & David Grunfeld
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Our final table setting before we get into the game here. Every few weeks we evaluate a prospect, but in-between those episodes, we wanted to use Pinch Hits to take a look at topics, events, anniversaries, or stories from Hip-Hop & Rap overall. So here's the quick 5 mins answering, what is a pinch hit. Enjoy…
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Rabbi Garfield discusses his academic challenges as a student with ADHD and dyslexia, his successes, how that influences his approach to education today as a head of school, and his current strategies for his ADHD. You can get more from Rabbi Garfield, by checking out his podcasts: Chinuch Today and The Learning Curve For coaching, visit the websit…
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On this brief introductory episode, Rabbi Shmuel Reich gives a little background on what the ADHD Heroes Podcast is all about! Find out what to expect from this new show where we speak with the heroes of the ADHD community! For coaching, visit the website at rsreichadhdcoach.com or email Rabbi Shmuel at [email protected] Email the show at …
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One of the Yay-area's finest; and an emcee whos' style, personality, and lingo are foundational to Hip-Hop. We're leading off our first official season strong with the legend himself; E-40. EnjoyBy Bill Farrow & David Grunfeld
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Pinch Hit #1: What is the Hit Cycle Podcast?
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13:25This is the Rosetta Stone of how we built the idea for this podcast. We encourage you to listen to this first so you get the full breakdown of how we took a new approach to talking about music. Enjoy!By Bill Farrow & David Grunfeld
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Pro sports have a draft every year...so we had a draft. Let's see who put out the best lineup as we wrap up The Minor Leagues. We appreciate any and all listeners through this unofficial official season 1 of the HCP. We'll be back in Season 2 with podcasting equipment, new prospects, and some new creative ideas for you. But for now, enjoy.…
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HCP: The Minor Leagues - Queen Latifah
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1:21:03The final prospect in our Minor League season is the one and only Queen Latifah. Inarguably one of the most important emcees of all time who transcended beyond music into global stardom. Let's dive in and see how she stacks up in our grades.By Bill Farrow & David Grunfeld
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Before the 10 (and counting?) Fast & Furious movies, Ludacris had one of the most interesting visual and sonic styles in Hip-Hop. This listen through was pretty nostalgic and Bill might have had rose tinted glasses on his grades. Let's talk about one of ATL's biggest rappers.By Bill Farrow & David Grunfeld
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UGK is the first ever group we evaluated on the HCP so we had to call in back up. Our good friend, southern Hip-Hop savant, and UGK historian Seth Goldman joins us to discuss the immortal Pimp C and Bun B.By Bill Farrow & David Grunfeld
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One of the west coast's finest. Also, the episode that is probably going to get Bill banished from Oakland because of some of his grades. Forgive him because it's all love. Happy huntingBy Bill Farrow & David Grunfeld
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HCP: The Minor Leagues - All Star Break
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2:01:22We took some time to correct some mistakes and get a little better at this podcasting thing. Also, I think this is the episode where we officially named the podcast? Look how far we've come. Happy listeningBy Bill Farrow & David Grunfeld
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HCP: The Minor Leagues - Slick Rick
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1:49:54Slick Rick is maybe the single most influential rapper when it comes to storytelling. He was before our time so we brought in our good friend and hip-hip historian, Shau B to discuss the legendary emcee. We hope you enjoy hearing three voices instead of the usual two this time aroundBy Bill Farrow & David Grunfeld
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HCP: The Minor Leagues - Lupe Fiasco
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1:59:57This is the first ever recording of what would become the HitCycle Podcast. Lupe Fiasco is one of the main emcees that inspired hosts Bill and David to start writing their own music. This was before we had podcasting equipment so the audio might sound a little bit rough but we still want y'all to hear us at our very beginning stages. Happy Listenin…
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HCP: The Minor Leagues - Gucci Mane
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1:22:03Gucci Mane needs no explanation. Be warned if you re-listen to his catalog. It's a lot of music. But we had a lot of fun talking about his contributions to hip hop. EnjoyBy Bill Farrow & David Grunfeld
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MF DOOM is another favorite artist of ours. We weren't going to talk about him originally because we felt his contributions to hip hop speak for themselves but when he passed, we wanted to honor his memory. Rest well DOOM. Thanks for everything you gave us. Happy ListeningBy Bill Farrow & David Grunfeld
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