
Maybe you’ve laid awake and imagined how it could have been, how it might yet be, but the moment to act was never right. Well, the moment is here and the podcast making it happen is Heavyweight. Join Jonathan Goldstein for road trips, thorny reunions, and difficult conversations as he backpedals his way into the past like a therapist with a time machine.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 112 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Personal JournalsSociety & CultureRelationships | |||

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Kevin's childhood was a hard one. But it was made bearable by his neighborhood friends, Jason and Gerald. Then, one afternoon, the boys just vanished. Over thirty years later, Kevin still hasn't forgotten them.
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In October, the Heavyweight team gathered in New York City for a live event at Caveat on the Lower East Side. There was a reading, a Q&A, and a Meet & Greet. And because we are a podcast, we recorded it all.
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Jasmin grew up as one of the few Black girls in a mostly white town. Senior year, she was voted Homecoming Queen and she finally felt accepted. But then, at the dance, they announced someone else's name. Jasmin has always wondered… What happened?
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This is such a great podcast. The host is so charismatic and its always interesting and heartfelt.
Kevin was incredibly well done... Most are
Quiet, sad and beautiful. I’ll never forget this episode.
Your Podcast is one of the best because it combines investigative and human stories that are so touching. I absolutely loved the last podcast about Kevin his life and his childhood friends. So very touching. Please pass on my love and blessings to Kevin. He was so very vulnerable and brave to tell his story and his true feelings and to try to reach out to his childhood friends.
Thank you for this show, so glad it’s back
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Exploring the complexities of human relationships and personal journeys, this podcast brings forth deeply emotional and often humorous storytelling. Each episode tackles themes of regret, redemption, and the intersection of past experiences with present identities, often through the lens of personal anecdotes shared by guests. Noteworthy for its unique blend of heartfelt narratives and comedic undertones, the podcast invites listeners to reflect on their own life choices and the paths not taken, all while emphasizing the importance of connection and understanding in the human experience. Its engaging storytelling style has garnered a loyal audience eager for intimate, thought-provoking, and often transformative discussions.
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Heavyweight launched 9 years ago and published 112 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Heavyweight include:
1. Sheila Heti
2. Stefano (Steven)
3. John Paul
4. Pat Croce
5. Nancy Jones
6. Victoria Jones
7. Michael Jones
8. Dina Goldstein
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