Across the Table
Across the Table is hosted by James Finochio — a Blair County native with grit, humor, and a sharp eye for stories. From construction sites to time served, his life experience fuels raw, thoughtful conversations with everyday people. Tune in for real talk, local voices, and the reminder that behind every face is a story worth sharing.
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Episodes
26 episodes
The Truth Behind “The Bystander” — Media, AI, and Real-World Influence (John David)
EPISODE 27 — John David on Writing Thrillers, Media Narratives, and AIIn this episode of Across The Table, James Finochio sits down with author John David to talk about his transition from public relations into novel writing, and the real-w...
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Season 1
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Episode 27
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41:05
The Body Part Nobody Talks About That Controls Your Pain | John Welch
What if the root cause of chronic pain, poor posture, and recurring injuries isn’t where you feel it—but how your entire body is organized?In this episode of Across the Table, host James Finochio sits down with John Welch, ow...
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Season 1
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Episode 26
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1:18:59
Andrea Verobish Explains Her Platform for Pennsylvania’s 79th District State Representative Race
In this episode of Across The Table, host James Finochio sits down with Andrea Verobish, the Republican candidate for Pennsylvania’s 79th District State Representative seat, which represents Altoona and parts of Blai...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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59:50
Caleb McCoy Explains His Platform for Pennsylvania’s 79th District State Representative Race
In this episode of Across The Table, host James Finochio sits down with Caleb McCoy, the Democratic candidate for Pennsylvania’s 79th District State Representative seat, which represents Altoona and parts of Blair Co...
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Season 1
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Episode 24
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1:00:46
Fathers Aren’t Optional — The Father Absence Crisis | Erik Vecere
EPISODE 23 — Fathers Aren’t Optional with Erik VecereIn this episode of Across The Table, James Finochio speaks with Erik Vecere from the National Fatherhood Initiative about the importance of father involvement an...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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1:06:44
Hypnosis, the Subconscious Mind, and Rewiring Beliefs (Teri Martell) #22
In this episode of Across The Table, James Finochio sits down with certified hypnotherapist and instructor Teri Martell to explore the real mechanics of hypnosis—how it works, what it can help with, and why most people misundersta...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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1:36:25
Young, Ambitious — and Rebuilding Altoona (JJ Colombo) #21
JJ Colombo is 20 years old — and actively rebuilding downtown Altoona.In this episode of Across The Table, James Finochio welcomes JJ back to discuss the continued restoration of the 1908 Cooper Building and what it takes to inv...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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40:40
Playfulness Is a Cheat Code for Healing + Learning (Part 3 w/ Kyle Trautmann) #20
In Part 3 of our series with Kyle Trautmann of High Vibe Holonomics, the conversation shifts into something deceptively simple — and surprisingly powerful.Play.Kyle explains why playfulness isn’t just a personality trait or a mood...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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1:11:13
Akashic Records Aren’t Woo — Here’s What They Actually Are (Emily Harrison)
In this episode of Across The Table, James Finochio sits down with Emily Harrison, founder of the Akashic Academy, for a grounded conversation about the Akashic Records — what they are, what they aren’t, and why they’ve been misunderst...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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1:17:01
18. We Aren’t Meant to Live Like This (Kyle Trautmann)
In this episode of Across The Table, James Finochio sits down with Kyle Trautmann, founder of High Vibe Holonomics, for a wide-ranging conversation about why so many people feel overwhelmed, disconnected, and exhausted — and why we a...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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1:52:21
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17. Flow State: The Missing Piece for Addiction & PTSD (Kyle Trautmann)
EPISODE 17 — Flow State: The Missing Piece for Addiction & PTSDIn this episode of Across The Table, host James Finochio sits down with Kyle Trautmann, founder of High Vibe Holonomics, for a wide-ran...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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1:06:24
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16. He Built a Jam Band Community… Then the Cops Kicked His Door In (Dan Klock, Mysterytrain)
In this episode of Across The Table, host James Finochio sits down with Dan Klock, founder of Mysterytrain and owner of Nature’s Reward, for an honest conversation about music, community, and the long-term consequenc...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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1:19:45
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15. What It Really Takes to Run a Wrestling Promotion with Imagine Wrestling
What It Really Takes to Run a Wrestling PromotionIn this episode of Across The Table, James Finochio sits down with Ken “Kato” Downs and Mike Lattieri of Imagine Wrestling to talk about what it actually takes to build and...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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53:13
14. Recovery Isn’t a Meeting: It’s a Routine
Joey Berardi has been home for three weeks after serving seven years — and he’s honest about something most people don’t expect: getting out isn’t the finish line. It’s a whole new fight.In this episode, Joey and James talk about what li...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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1:26:13
13. On Live Music, Analog Sound, and Staying Human with Todd Hinkle
In this episode of Across The Table, we sit down with musician Todd Hinkle for a thoughtful conversation about live music, analog sound, and what it means to stay human in an increasingly digital world.Todd shares his journ...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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1:03:10
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12. Nothing’s As It Seems: Trauma, Faith, and Spiritual Awakening with Lynn Faust
In this episode of Across the Table, host James Finochio sits down with Lynn Faust, a disabled veteran and spiritual seeker, for a raw and revealing conversation about trauma, healing, belief systems, and the ways societal ...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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1:56:44
11. Community Over Chaos
In this episode of Across the Table, James gets real about Thanksgiving — the family moments we love, the stress we don’t talk about, and why the holidays can bring out the best and the worst in all of us. What starts as a sim...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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29:34
10. Inspiration to Publication: A Creative Sci-Fi Journey with Todd Smith & Erik Vecere
In this episode of Across the Table, host James Finochio sits down with sci-fi co-authors Todd Smith and Erik Vecere to explore their creative partnership and the art of storytelling. From their early inspirations and lif...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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1:20:54
9. United We Stand: Reflections on Love, Gratitude, and Change
In this episode of Across the Table, host James Finochio opens up about his poetry collection God Doesn’t Come Here and the emotional struggles that shaped it. Through raw reflection and honest storytelling, James explo...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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1:05:01
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8. Across the Table: Free Speech, Debate, and the Legacy of Charlie Kirk
In this episode of Across the Table, host James Finochio reflects on the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk and the urgent need for respectful dialogue in today’s politically divided world. From the dangers of dehumanization...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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24:44
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7. Building Bridges: Family, Community, and Spirituality
In this reflective episode of Across the Table, James Finochio takes a step back to explore the deeper meaning of life, the importance of long-form conversations, and how disagreement helps us see our own beliefs more clearly. Joined o...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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1:07:44
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6. Choices, Consequences, and the Road to Healing with Erica Eckert
In this powerful episode of Across the Table, James Finochio sits down for a raw and unfiltered conversation about addiction, incarceration, and the difficult road toward recovery and renewal. This discussion goes beyond headlines and ...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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1:24:56
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5. Revitalizing Altoona: The Cooper Building Journey with JJ Colombo
In this inspiring episode of Across the Table, James Finochio sits down with JJ Colombo for a conversation about vision, grit, and community pride. At the heart of their discussion is the Cooper Building — a historic Altoona...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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1:09:54
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4. From Tragedy to Transformation: A Life Story
🎙 Episode Title: From Tragedy to Transformation: A Life StoryIn this deeply human and unforgettable episode of Across The Table, Robert Montgomery shares his raw, unfiltered story—a personal journey shaped by trage...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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58:42
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3. Exploring the Depths of Healing with Teri Martell and Amber Parisi
🎙 Episode Title: Exploring the Depths of HealingIn this soul-stirring episode of Across The Table, host James Finochio is joined by holistic healers Teri Martell and Amber Parisi for a transformative convers...
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Episode 3
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