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It’s been years since the CW’s Supernatural ended. So why is it still such a phenomenon, and why are its fans stuck in a superhell love/hate relationship with it? What is Destiel, and why is its influence so large? Instead of trying to watch 15 seasons of TV to figure it out, join recovering SPN fans Ollie and Klaudia for their journey rewatching and recapping Supernatural so that you don’t have to. No Supernatural knowledge required.
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Hosted by David Pfalzgraf, the managing partner of the law firm Rupp Pfalzgraf, LLC, Empire State Entrepreneurs is a fun and informative venue to feature clients, strategic partners, community leaders, and team members to talk about relevant issues for entrepreneurs and business owners throughout New York State. Guests of the podcast offer dynamic insight into the many stages of business ownership, along with opportunities to understand the legal issues surrounding entrepreneurship in NYS.
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Ready to stop overthinking and start building? |Join the Every Day Is Saturday group for free. Join here: https://www.skool.com/everydayissaturday Many people hit their 40s or 50s with a quiet, nagging thought: I should have this figured out by now. This episode challenges that belief. In this honest, discussion-driven conversation, we unpack where…
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Ready to stop overthinking and start building? |Join the Every Day Is Saturday group for free. Join here: https://www.skool.com/everydayissaturday I hit 184 pounds for the first time since Reagan was president—and here’s the part nobody wants to hear: It wasn’t exciting. No hacks. No challenges. No “secret” plan. Just boring consistency done well. …
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In today’s episode of Every Day Is Saturday, Sam Crowley breaks down the life-changing power of “one more rep.” Whether you’re in the gym, rebuilding your confidence, growing your faith, or fighting for a dream that feels out of reach, the breakthrough never comes from the first easy steps — it comes from the rep you don’t want to do. The rep that …
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In this episode, we dig into one of the most overlooked themes of the Christian life: why God makes us wait. Drawing from the story of Barnabas in the book of Acts, Sam explores how delays aren’t punishments—they’re God’s training ground. You’ll discover: What God develops in you during seasons of waiting How Barnabas went from quiet encourager to …
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In this episode, Sam Crowley explores a powerful and deeply personal question: why do some people break free from generational poverty while others remain stuck in it? Born into poverty himself—raised on welfare and food stamps—Sam pulls back the curtain on the invisible forces that shape a family’s financial story for generations. Through the lens…
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In this episode of Empire State Entrepreneurs, host David Rupp sits down with longtime friend and renowned immigration attorney Michael Serotte, founding partner of Serotte Law. Known for his deep expertise in business immigration and an entrepreneurial approach to law, Michael shares the remarkable story behind building one of the country’s most r…
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This episode dives into a truth most “gurus” will never talk about: the power of humbling yourself. This morning, Sam walked into ORCA Coworking… and cleaned toilets. And instead of feeling embarrassed, he found a message that every successful person needs to hear. In this raw and motivational episode, Sam breaks down: Why real leaders are willing …
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In today’s episode, Sam shares a simple moment inside Planet Fitness that reveals a massive life lesson. While waiting for a machine, he watched a Gen Z kid scroll TikTok between sets—something that could have triggered frustration, impatience, or conflict. Instead, he made a different choice. This quick story unpacks a powerful mindset shift: Cham…
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From crisis to clarity — Sam shares Thanksgiving reflections on faith, fitness, and building the next chapter of your life. Inside the episode: Why you shouldn’t trauma-dump while you’re still in the struggling. Rebuilding life after closing a business and entering ministry Lean muscle, dropping 10 lbs, and keeping fitness simple Launching the Curi…
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In this episode, Sam breaks down why common sense—not degrees, credentials, or overthinking—is the real engine of success. You’ll hear the true story of a guy who sold a simple $37 ebook and made millions, all because he took action instead of complicating the process. If you’ve ever felt “not qualified enough” or stuck trying to perfect your idea,…
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After four months off the mic, I hit record today—not with some dramatic “I’m back!” announcement, but with something far more real: curiosity.This episode is a transparent look at where I’ve been, why I quietly dissolved my company a year ago, and how that decision opened a door I didn’t even know I needed. For the first time in a long time, I’m l…
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Join Ollie and Klaudia for a traipse through Supernatural S6E12: "Like A Virgin," and S6E13: "Unforgiven." Points of Interest: The Panera Ad, an ode to midseason finales, turning bulbasaur around, sex ed with John Winchester, an embarrassingly emotional World of Warcraft rant, the sin of not giving Cas a hug, a dragon with a truck, plot relevant fl…
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In honor of the five year anniversary of November 5th, 2020, Klaudia and Ollie present their LIVE commentary on Supernatural S4E1: "Lazarus Rising." LIVE COMMENTARY STARTS AT 4:46 --- Fight For the Future's frontline organizations list, updated to include LA immigrant rights orgs. Teen Vogue's excellent political reporting on how to be an activist …
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Tricia Barrett is the Chief Executive Officer at Crowley Webb and Praxis. Recognized in Business First’s Power 200 (ranked as high as #62), she serves on boards including United Way of Buffalo & Erie County, Buffalo Prep, and the Buffalo Niagara Partnership. A Buffalo native, she studied communications at John Carroll University, and once completed…
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Join Klaudia and Ollie for a totally not off the rails recap of Supernatural S6E10: "Caged Heat" and S6E11: "Appointment In Samarra." Points of Interest: “A transcript, a wiki, and a dream”, good old fashioned queerbaiting, “speaking of Omegaverse-”, the official Dean Winchester period tracker, PRESIDENTIAL ALERT: The girls are captured, Castiel’s …
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In this episode, David sits down with Sam Marrazzo, Chief Innovation Officer at the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus (BNMC) and adjunct professor at UB School of Management. They cover Sam’s remarkable career journey, from immigrating from Calabria, serving in the U.S. Navy, and leading R&D at Praxair, to becoming a champion of Buffalo’s startup and …
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Join Ollie, Klaudia, and special guest Meghan Fitzmartin as they draw back the curtain on Supernatural, and happen to recap S6E9: "Clap Your Hands If You Believe." Points of Interest: Setting the scene for November 5th, an Omegaverse bombshell, new writer’s room position: Weird Freak Who’s Too Online, the argument for filler episodes, inheriting De…
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Join Klaudia and Ollie as they struggle through Supernatural S6E7: "Family Matters" and S6E8: "All Dogs Go to Heaven." Points of Interest: Escaping before the point of no return, Crowley’s TikTok Shop grift, pre-recorded crowdwork, Sam’s younger sibling behavior, Samuel Campbell’s thoughts on queer discourse, 1950s housewife Cas, losing against the…
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The city of Buffalo and the surrounding region have experienced a renaissance over the last 10-15 years, and in that time, 43North has played a huge role in attracting businesses to the area. On this episode of Empire State Entrepreneurs, host Dave Pfalzgraf connects with Colleen Heidinger and Pete Grum to discuss the competition, the organization'…
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Join Ollie and Klaudia as they trudge through Supernatural S6E6: "Live Free or Twihard" and S6E6: "You Can't Handle The Truth." Points of Interest: It’s actually over, baby’s first fujo moment, destroying Twilight to save the media landscape, a different Dean in every scene, atmospheric thunder sounds, the heirs to the Campbell’s Soup fortune, “If …
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In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, host David Pfalzgraf welcomes his lifelong friend, creative force, and Buffalo native Pete McGennis. From childhood memories in Buffalo to the creation of Harley-Davidson’s only co-branded product, and now seven feature films and counting, Pete’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, storytelling, and foll…
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Gratitude isn’t just a feeling — it’s a decision. A discipline. A perspective shift that can change everything, even when nothing around you changes. In this episode, I share what I’ve learned about gratitude: how it’s carried me through the highs and the lows, and why it’s often in the quiet, ordinary moments that the deepest blessings are found. …
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Join Klaudia and Ollie as they get into Supernatural S6E3: "The Third Man" and S6E4: "Weekend at Bobby's." Points of Interest: Jensen Ackles queerbaiting is a recession indicator, the post-NDA Supernatural production tell-all, bragging about being the first omega, Rowena waiting to give Sam estrogen, Can Sam munch?, the Men of Letters bunker is the…
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Playing it safe might keep you comfortable — but it’ll never make you come alive. In this episode, I talk about what I’ve learned when it comes to taking risks: why most people stay stuck, how fear disguises itself as logic, and why the biggest risk is often not taking one at all. Whether it’s launching a business, walking away from something that …
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In this episode, I get real about what I’ve learned in my walk with God. Here’s the truth: God will never leave you. No matter what you’ve done, no matter how far you think you’ve fallen — He’s still right there.I talk about the power of grace, the freedom that comes from truly understanding the blood of Jesus, and why it’s time to stop carrying ar…
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I thought I was just talking into a microphone. Turns out, people were actually listening. In this first episode of What I’ve Learned, I share the surprising moments that reminded me just how powerful your voice can be — even when you think no one’s paying attention. If you’ve ever felt like your message doesn’t matter or questioned whether anyone’…
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Brian Higgins has been a mainstay in Buffalo for decades. Even in his time in state and federal government, he was fighting to give Western New York the best opportunities to thrive. Now, as CEO and president of Shea's Performing Arts Center, the former congressperson comes back home to serve the community through the arts. Listen as Brian takes Da…
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Join Ollie and Klaudia as they break into a new season, starting with Supernatural S6E1: "Exile on Main Street" and S6E2: "Two and a Half Men." Points of Interest: Torturing Jared by making him watch Ahsoka, a diagetic “previously on” segment, Supernatural’s obsession with dilapidated sets, the in universe transvestigation of Dean, “Is it gay to ow…
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Join Klaudia and Ollie as they recap the final episodes of the season, Supernatural S5E21: "Two Minutes to Midnight" and S5E22: "Swan Song." Points of Interest: Good ending ≠ good ending, this happened in The Magnus Archives, Real ID killed Supernatural, getting sued for calling Dean gay, an extended conversation on improv comedy, Pestilence is one…
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Markus Persson, the creator of Minecraft, sold his game to Microsoft for $2.5 billion and instantly gained the financial freedom most people dream of. But what happened next is the real story. Despite the wealth, he found himself lost—disconnected from meaning, purpose, and the struggle that once fueled him. In this episode, we dive into what Perss…
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The science of sound is a unique and interesting area of study. Ultimately, we can attribute everything we hear to vibration. But not every vibration is a good vibration, and that's where Mike Latvis of Harmonic Resolution Systems comes in. From humble beginnings in aerospace to turning his passion for a pristine listening experience into a career,…
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Most people spend 90% of their life chasing a version of happiness they think is out there—tied to success, money, relationships, or someday “when things calm down.” But what if the real problem isn’t life… it’s the pursuit itself? In this episode, we flip the script on what it means to be truly happy. I’ll share personal stories, practical insight…
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In this episode, I get real about what it takes to chase greatness. You don’t need to be great to start — but you do have to start to ever get great. That means embracing the awkward, the messy, the uncomfortable beginning. It’s supposed to suck before it gets good. Whether it’s launching a podcast, starting a business, or stepping into a new seaso…
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Join Ollie and Klaudia as they power through Supernatural S5E19: "Hammer of the Gods" and S5E20: "The Devil You Know." Points of Interest: An update on the playlist, asking if Dean can drive a stick shift, Yellowjackets crossover episode, leave a comment if you’re a horsefly in Indiana, a literal elephant in the room, “He’s right behind me, isn’t h…
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In this episode, I dive into the raw power of the mind and how mastering your thoughts can break the grip of anything that claims control over you. I share my personal journey with fasting — not as a diet, but as a discipline — and how it showed me that food doesn’t control me… and neither does anything else unless I allow it. Whether it’s food, fe…
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In this episode, we’re flipping the script on what it means to hit rock bottom. When you’re down and out, you’re actually in the most dangerous position — not for yourself, but for anything and anyone standing in your way. Why? Because when you’ve got nothing to lose, you finally stop playing it safe. You get bold. You take the shots you wouldn’t b…
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Let’s break down why being elite isn’t reserved for billionaires and Navy SEALs. It’s built on simple, learnable traits most people ignore. If you can be consistent, committed, and a little disciplined — you’re already on your way. Listen and find out how close you really are. Special Offer Do you desire to have a clear message, confidence to deliv…
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In this MED Minute, Sam Crowley drops a quick truth bomb: the people making the most money aren’t overcomplicating things — they’re solving simple problems in stupidly simple ways. From poop scoopers to menopause coaches, success loves simplicity. What’s your simple thing? Find it. Launch it. Scale it. Special Offer Do you desire to have a clear me…
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We were told to “trust the experts” during COVID—and most of them got it wrong. Fast forward to today, and the same thing is happening in the online world. So-called gurus are popping up everywhere, selling advice they barely understand themselves. In this episode, I’m calling out the nonsense, exposing the expert illusion, and reminding you to tru…
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What if the secret to success isn’t doing more, but doing less—strategically? In this episode, we explore the power of the Minimal Effective Dose (MED), a concept rooted in fitness that applies to everything from your business and relationships to your daily habits and spiritual life. Discover how to cut through the noise, simplify your efforts, an…
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In Part Four of the Comeback Series, I share a powerful moment that marked a turning point in my journey—my meeting with Pastor Jeff. For the first time in a long time, I opened up fully, shared my heart, and felt the weight lift. In that room, I knew. This wasn’t just another conversation—this was confirmation. God is steering this next chapter, a…
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