Abruptly Authentic with Hollie Strano

<p>Hollie talks with Micah—a Marine veteran whose story spans enlistment, leadership, and a devastating 21st birthday in Iraq. </p> <p>A raw and honest conversation about identity, purpose, and the weight of surviving...

<p>Hollie talks with Gretchen from OutRun Ovarian Cancer—a mother, advocate, and founder of one of Northeast Ohio’s most impactful awareness movements. </p> <p><br></p> <p>A moving conversation about symptoms...

<p>Ovarian cancer is known as a silent killer—but what if speaking up could change everything? In this powerful conversation, Hollie sits down with OB/GYN and addiction medicine physician Dr. Patrick Beeman to talk...

<p>When Hollie noticed something didn’t feel right, she spoke up—and it may have saved her life. In this powerful solo episode, she shares her journey through ovarian cancer, sobriety, and the fear that almost kept her...

<p>🎙️ Roll the Tape — Brad Sussman joins Hollie to revisit the moment a single news tape changed everything. As Hollie’s first mentor in broadcasting, Brad reflects on their early days in the newsroom, what makes a...

<p>🎙 Longtime Cleveland Newscasters Reunite — Friendship, Sobriety, and the Real Life Behind the Camera!</p> <p>In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Abruptly Authentic, Hollie sits down with her longtime...

<p>This week, Hollie is joined by Veranda L’Ni, a talented Cleveland drag entertainer, human rights advocate, and creator of the Drag Pride flag. Together, they discuss some important topics including the rise in...

<p>This week, Hollie gets the chance to sit down with Cleveland musician and artist Jose Martinez Perez, also known as Rico Blu. They discuss Rico's creative mindset, artistic history, and how he handles the chaotic...

<p>Hollie is joined by Cleveland photographer Chad Cochran to discuss his work including his newest project, “I Didn’t Want To Tell You,” a series which aims to normalize the conversation around mental...

<p>Hollie is joined by Cleveland photographer Chad Cochran to discuss his work including his newest project, “I Didn’t Want To Tell You,” a series which aims to normalize the conversation around mental...

<p>This week, Hollie gets the chance to speak with Cleveland artist Jenna Fournier (Kid Tigrrr, Niights) about song-writing, working with Billy Corgan (The Smashing Pumpkins), and mental health. Together, they share...

<p>Hollie sits down with Cleveland musician Joe Abraham from the band Joe Abraham and the Faces of Belmez. Hear all about Joe’s journey with music and a live performance of the Abruptly Authentic theme song...

<p>This week, Hollie is joined by her sister Stephanie. Together, they discuss their shared love of plants, their experiences with anxiety, and the ups and downs of motherhood. Digressions include: guilty pleasures...

<p>Hollie sits down and answers your hard-hitting questions.</p><p> </p><p>Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices</p>

<p>Hollie is joined by friend and Upstream Therapeutics wellness coach Anne Marie. Together, they craft some tasty mocktails in celebration of Dry January, and remind us that fun drinks don’t need alcohol!</p><p>...