Collected Possibilities

The Slice: Everything in an Instant

This is the story of the day I was sent to The Ranch. Sometimes there are crystal clear moments, inflection points, where it's obvious and undeniable that nothing will ever be the same. My eight months living in New Mexico, at the San Cristobal Ranch Academy - a program for 'troubled teens' - was my personal Crisis: there was a Jason before, and a Jason after, and they were not the same. The morning I was sent away is etched into my memory, and the experience has given me a unique perspective on how fragile the ice every one of us is living on top of actually is. Today we're serving: Everything in an Instant WHAT IS THE SLICE? "The Slice" is a new single serving storytelling format where each episode is a new anecdote, and life itself is the adventure. Hosted by Jason Howard Heat, new episodes drop every Tuesday and Friday. Subscribe and stick around if you love a good story. ENJOYED THIS EPISODE? * Check out our last two trips to The Ranch: * Did You Know Pigs Can Go Insane? [https://collectedpossibilitiespod.libsyn.com/the-slice-did-you-know-pigs-can-go-insane] * Why I Don't Play Risk [https://collectedpossibilitiespod.libsyn.com/the-slice-why-i-dont-play-risk] PLUG OF THE DAY: SUPERKRAZEE PRO WRESTLING - FRIDAY NIGHT FULLY CHARGED * * When: Friday 9/19 @ 7pm * Where: 827 Jersey Ave. Gloucester City, NJ 08030 * How Much: $20 SUPPORT COLLECTED POSSIBILITIES * Leave a Tip for the Teller: * VenMo - JasonHowardHeat [https://venmo.com/u/JasonHowardHeat] * Cash App - $JasonHowardHeat [https://cash.app/$JasonHowardHeat] * Follow Collected Possibilities on Social Media * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/collectedpossibilities/] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/collectedpossibilities] * Email us at collectedpossibilities@gmail.com [collectedpossibilities@gmail.com]

The Slice: The Only Real One Here (Featuring Ami)

This is a story about PDA in front of an unlikely audience. It's a classic story - a meet cute in a math class, sparks delayed by pre-existing relationships, only to reconnect later when you're both single. Or are they? I can't hardly wait for you to hear this college time capsule about shooting your shot in the world before social media. Please welcome one of my oldest friends, the sensational Ami to The Slice, with a deep cut from his time in Madison, WI and an unlikely defense of the state of Ohio. Today we're serving: The Only Real One Here WHAT IS THE SLICE? "The Slice" is a new single serving storytelling format where each episode is a new anecdote, and life itself is the adventure. Hosted by Jason Howard Heat, new episodes drop every Tuesday and Friday. Subscribe and stick around if you love a good story. ENJOYED THIS EPISODE? * Check out the two Slices that inspired Ami's defense of Ohio: * "The Worst Night in Cleveland [https://collectedpossibilitiespod.libsyn.com/the-slice-the-worst-night-in-cleveland]" - about my quest to get a girl home safely in the Forest City * "You Could Slit My Throat [https://collectedpossibilitiespod.libsyn.com/the-slice-you-could-slit-my-throat]" - frequent guest David Pratt's tale of a game of manhunt that turned into a bloody mess. PLUG OF THE DAY: SUPERKRAZEE PRO WRESTLING - FRIDAY NIGHT FULLY CHARGED * * When: Friday 9/19 @ 7pm * Where: 827 Jersey Ave. Gloucester City, NJ 08030 * How Much: $20 SUPPORT COLLECTED POSSIBILITIES * Leave a Tip for the Teller: * VenMo - JasonHowardHeat [https://venmo.com/u/JasonHowardHeat] * Cash App - $JasonHowardHeat [https://cash.app/$JasonHowardHeat] * Follow Collected Possibilities on Social Media * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/collectedpossibilities/] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/collectedpossibilities] * Email us at collectedpossibilities@gmail.com [collectedpossibilities@gmail.com]

The Slice: Christian Mingle (Featuring Ranchhand Shawn Carlson)

This is a story about how having faith can attract new friends. We're rolling into the weekend with Professional Wrestler and current 1CW Tag Team Champion, The Ranchhand Shawn Carlson! This story was inspired by an early episode of The Slice, "He Can't Have Me," where I was propositioned by several different people looking to convert and take me into Jesus' loving arms. In this one, a newly married Ranchhand was spending some quality time with his blushing bride in Atlantic City, when they were approached by another couple, seemingly looking to bond over his cross necklace. Today we're serving: Christian Mingle WHAT IS THE SLICE? "The Slice" is a new single serving storytelling format where each episode is a new anecdote, and life itself is the adventure. Hosted by Jason Howard Heat, new episodes drop every Tuesday and Friday. Subscribe and stick around if you love a good story. ENJOYED THIS EPISODE? * Check out Shawn's inspiration for sharing his story, the classic "He Can't Have Me [https://collectedpossibilitiespod.libsyn.com/the-slice-he-cant-have-me]" where I find out I'm seemingly a very important person to try and get to convert. RANCHHAND SHAWN CARLSON * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/ranchhandshawncarlson/] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/mark.carlson.965580] PLUG OF THE DAY: THE MONSTER FACTORY'S "TOTAL RASSLIN LIVE" EPISODE 100 * Today's plug is for The Monster Factory's Total Rasslin Live, an hour long wrestling show that streams live on their YouTube channel every Friday night. I'll be calling the action tonight, this Friday September 12th at 9:10pm, and I hope you'll tune in! * * Monster Factory YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@MonsterFactoryWrestling] SUPPORT COLLECTED POSSIBILITIES * Leave a Tip for the Teller: * VenMo - JasonHowardHeat [https://venmo.com/u/JasonHowardHeat] * Cash App - $JasonHowardHeat [https://cash.app/$JasonHowardHeat] * Follow Collected Possibilities on Social Media * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/collectedpossibilities/] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/collectedpossibilities] * Email us at collectedpossibilities@gmail.com [collectedpossibilities@gmail.com]

The Slice: The Baltimore Purge (Featuring Zakar Shah)

This is a story about the Baltimore streets and the power of friendship. We welcome Professional Wrestler, current WDWA Tag Team Champion, and my pal "The Exile" Zakar Shah to the Slice! He's got a story of lost keys, masked men, and a uniquely ominous experience on the streets of Charm City; all a tribute to our dearly departed brother in arms, the one and only Dick Dynamo. Today we're serving: The Baltimore Purge CONTENT WARNING: Today's episode contains mention of suicide and self harm. * If you are ever struggling with thoughts of suicidal ideation, call 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Help is available. WHAT IS THE SLICE? "The Slice" is a new single serving storytelling format where each episode is a new anecdote, and life itself is the adventure. Hosted by Jason Howard Heat, new episodes drop every Tuesday and Friday. Subscribe and stick around if you love a good story. ENJOYED THIS EPISODE? * Check out our last wrestling road trip story, "Paying Your Dues [https://collectedpossibilitiespod.libsyn.com/the-slice-paying-your-dues-featuring-ernie-osiris-of-fightt-pro]" featuring Ernie Osiris. * Want more Zakar? Go way back into the archives to Collected Possibilities classic for a deep dive conversation between Zakar and I over bowling in "Cosmic Bowling at Northside Lanes, or An Empty Bar-Mitzvah Meets a Disco [https://collectedpossibilitiespod.libsyn.com/cosmic-bowling-at-northside-lanes-with-zakar-shah-or-an-empty-bar-mitzvah-meets-a-disco]" ZAKAR SHAH * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/zakarshahexile/] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/zakarshahexile] SUPPORT COLLECTED POSSIBILITIES * Leave a Tip for the Teller: * VenMo - JasonHowardHeat [https://venmo.com/u/JasonHowardHeat] * Cash App - $JasonHowardHeat [https://cash.app/$JasonHowardHeat] * Follow Collected Possibilities on Social Media * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/collectedpossibilities/] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/collectedpossibilities] * Email us at collectedpossibilities@gmail.com [collectedpossibilities@gmail.com]

The Slice: Good Boys and Girls

This is a story of trauma and tail wags. If you're a dog person, this one is definitely for you. The jury is still out for me, though. My girlfriend wants a pet, and I'm on the fence. To get me acclimated to the idea, we've taken two rescue dogs out on day trips to very different results. Can a boy who grew up scared of dogs grow to love them? Today we're serving: Good Boys and Girls WHAT IS THE SLICE? "The Slice" is a new single serving storytelling format where each episode is a new anecdote, and life itself is the adventure. Hosted by Jason Howard Heat, new episodes drop every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Subscribe and stick around if you love a good story. ENJOYED THIS EPISODE? * Check out Jason's last story - "Bagel Run [https://collectedpossibilitiespod.libsyn.com/the-slice-bagel-run]" about the importance of carbs and kindness in the face of a very rough time in the world. PLUG OF THE DAY: THE MONSTER FACTORY'S "TOTAL RASSLIN LIVE" * * Today's plug is for The Monster Factory's Total Rasslin Live, an hour long wrestling show that streams live on their YouTube channel every Friday night. I'll be calling the action tonight, this Friday September 5th at 9:10pm, and I hope you'll tune in! * Monster Factory YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@MonsterFactoryWrestling] SUPPORT COLLECTED POSSIBILITIES * Leave a Tip for the Teller: * VenMo - JasonHowardHeat [https://venmo.com/u/JasonHowardHeat] * Cash App - $JasonHowardHeat [https://cash.app/$JasonHowardHeat] * Follow Collected Possibilities on Social Media * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/collectedpossibilities/] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/collectedpossibilities] * Email us at collectedpossibilities@gmail.com [collectedpossibilities@gmail.com]