Hometown Media Stories

Episode 7: Scaling The Wall With Christopher Earley

Boston attorney, south shore resident and author, Christopher Earley joined Hometown Media Stories host, Deb, in studio this week to discuss one man's journey to find healing. Scaling The Wall [https://www.amazon.com/Scaling-Wall-Journey-Childhood-Fullfillment/dp/B0DQWFM2DY] is Chris's personal memoir, chronicling his trauma and road to finding his mental peace and healthy coping strategies. In this episode, guest Christopher Earley opens up about his childhood, having an alcoholic parent and how he processed those emotions as a child and later in life, as an adult. As a child, Christopher and his family's life being completely upended due to his father's addiction, became a breeding ground for his anger, tenacity, hyper vigilance and visceral reactions. Taking accountability while also acknowledging the fortune he's had in life are open topics discussed. In this honest interview, you'll get a sneak peak at some of the raw and vulnerable moments in Christopher's life that shaped his life today and molded his memoir, Scaling the Wall: One Man's Journey of Healing Childhood Trauma to Find Fulfillment and Success.

Episode 6: Doing Good In The Neighborhood With Greg From LinChris Hospitailty

Greg Nawrocki, Digital Marketing Director for Linchris [https://www.linchris.com/] Hospitality joins us in studio to talk about giving back to the community in meaningful ways. Linchris Hospitality [https://www.linchris.com/], a local hotel management and ownership company, makes it a point of supporting their local community through philanthropic involvement. With properties nationwide, the most locally recognized properties to the South Shore include Hotel 1620 [https://www.hotel1620.com/] in Plymouth and their Margaritaville Resort Cape Cod [https://www.margaritavilleresorts.com/margaritaville-resort-cape-cod/specials?msclkid=e730212916af109a700348692effce33&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Co%20op%20Q4%202025%20-%20Search%20-%20Cape%20Cod&utm_term=Margaritaville%20Cape%20Cod&utm_content=Margaritaville%20Resort%20Cape%20Cod]. Annually, the Linchris [https://www.linchris.com/] company focuses their giving back efforts on "founder's day." During the anniversary of the company's start, all LinChris properties are asked to identify a local cause or need and move together as a group to make a difference through raising awareness and volunteering. This December, the Plymouth folks are collecting coats and warm weather gear for those in need within the Plymouth area. All donations can be dropped off at the Linchris [https://www.linchris.com/]Hospitality office, by December 19, 2025.

Episode 5: Chris Antao and Gnome Surf

South of Boston welcomes back Chris Antao, founder of the fast growing Gnome Surf [https://Gnomesurf.com]. Chris joins Deb Aguiar in studio to discuss all things surf. Gnome Surf is a 501C-3 organization that provides therapeutic services to persons of all abilities. In this episode, Chris discusses the benefits, the athletes, what Gnome Surf is doing today and where it is headed. Take a listen, share and support Gnome Surf by following, liking, attending events, and spreading the stoke world wide. Eventbrite page: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/gnome-surf-17984757173 [https://www.eventbrite.com/o/gnome-surf-17984757173] Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/gnomesurf/ [https://www.facebook.com/gnomesurf/] Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/gnomesurf/ [https://www.instagram.com/gnomesurf/]

Episode 4: My Brother's Keeper

Interview with Chief Development Officer for 501-C3 Organization My Brother's Keeper. Paul Key discusses the Christmas in July initiative that the organization is hosting and various services they provide to southeastern Massachusetts and Boston towns in their service area. To get involved or find out more, visit their web site.

Episode 3: Golf With Dean Snell

It was an absolute pleasure to host Dean Snell, owner and founder of Snell Golf. His company manufactures golf balls and are a direct to consumer product with the product caliber and reputation of tour level equipment. What if we told you Dean hated golf? He's learned to love it but his story is interesting. From hockey playing mathematician at UMASS Lowell, to Golf product research nd developing entrepreneur, Dean has one common focus.....love what you do and be happy. Listen in as Dean shares his road to launching a company, surviving the pandemic years and growth plans beyond. Snellgolf.com [www.snellgolf.com]