In this episode of the Hometown Friends podcast, a group of five lifelong friends from Berkeley, California, share their experiences of deep-rooted friendships that have shaped their lives. They discuss the importance of being there for one ano...

This episode centers the youthful awareness of the importance of a friendship that stands the test of time and a feeling of brotherhood. These two young men discuss how their hometown friendship, which began in their youth, has provided them wi...

2024 was the inaugural year of this podcast. This simple podcast explores our most fundamental and foundational friendships from the places we call home and the guests from this year share what is was like being on the show. 

This episode gives us a glimpse into the lives of two women who met and formed a deep friendship in a mental hospital….sort of.These women discuss their experiences of living with an eating disorder and how this illness lead to anxiety and ...

Michael Marshall AKA Mike Meezy is known, his well known hook I Got 5 On It, that he wrote for the Luniz Mike shares his life story with us that includes the friendships that helped him achieve much of his success. He also shar...

On this episode, Antoine Joyce, a senior vice president of a youth organization in Dallas TX, shares his story of growing up in Brooklyn, New York and about the Hometown Friends that shaped his life. #hometown #friends #brooklyn #podca...

It is never too late.  Especially when it comes to making positive changes in our lives and in this first episode of Season 2 of Hometown Friends, we see that James LaBlanc is a living example of this. James is an author, motivational...

Mark Conway and I delve into his memories of the friendships that gave him the opportunity to become a different person and lead to a new understanding of himself. We share and explore the unique bonds that ties  us both to out Berkeley ro...

In this heartfelt episode of Hometown Friends, join us as we dive into the life and memories of Greg White, who was born in Denver Colorado but moved to “Bizerkeley” CA where he grew up. Hometown Friends is not only about the stories of our you...

Host Chandler Hoffman and his first grade friend, Carvel Watson reminisce about their childhood friendship and the sense of community they experienced growing up in Berkeley. They discuss their beloved teachers that made them feel loved and all...

Join us on "Hometown Friends" as we hear from John Sasaki, whose journey from discovering lacrosse on the east coast to founding a team at Berkeley High paved the way for a remarkable 20-year career in TV news at KTVU and his current role as Co...

Join us for a captivating episode of "Hometown Friends," featuring Alex and Emily from Berkeley, California. Dive into their experiences growing up in a multicultural environment and how it shaped their views on diversity and friendship....

Join Owen and Dave—two friends who found each other later in life but share a deep bond rooted in their hometown of Berkeley, California.  From childhood adventures to navigating adulthood, they reminisce about coffee shops, pedal ...

In today's episode, we delve into Rich Stroud's deeply personal journey of battling addiction and the transformative power of friendship. Rich shares his raw and moving experiences, highlighting the crucial support of friends who stood by him, ...

In today’s episode, "Rob and Chris," we’re getting into the heart of a friendship that’s stood the test of time. These guys aren’t just old friends; they’re lifelong companions who’ve been each other’s rock through every high and low life has t...

 Hey everyone! Welcome back to "Hometown Friends," where we're all about celebrating those enduring connections that stand the test of time!In this second episode, get ready to be inspired as we shine a spotlight on a friendship th...

This first episode is with my own Hometown Friend, Maurice Howell (Reece), a retired Fire Captain, an All American Lacrosse Player, CAL Football scholarship recipient and the best man at my wedding.  He is a dedicated husband and father of...