Episode 27: Meet Scott Lechtrecker, a friend of the zero hour, and one of Marc's oldest friends. Scott is a man of many nicknames, the best 80's dance moves, and is a vinyl collector. He will also happily be dubbed president of the Beastie Boys Fan Club, although Marc claims that title for himself. Marc has known Scott for more than 30 years and is just now beginning to understand his addiction and journey. Scott certainly wasn't hiding anything, but it wasn't until he came to peace with himself...
Oct 15, 2023•41 min•Ep. 28
Episode 26: Meet Ben Tuff, educator, coach, ultra-marathon swimmer, certified recovery coach, dad, husband, and friend of the Zero Hour. In 2019 he swam 25 miles around Conanicut Island in Narragansett Bay, where Jamestown is located. In 2021, he swam nearly 19 miles of sharky stretch of ocean from Block Island to Jamestown, and last year, he swam from Providence to Jamestown, an almost 24-mile length of Narragansett Bay. He just produced a documentary about his journey through swimming to sobri...
Oct 09, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 27
Christine and Marc celebrate 25 episodes and spend some time connecting about Christine's nonprofit, The College Axis Project and the strides it's making to make college counseling accessible to all socio-economic groups, and she'll share about some of the programming that was successful this summer!
Oct 01, 2023•22 min•Ep. 26
Christine and Cesar met when she hired him to move and store her grandmother's baby grand piano. Cesar shares the zero hour moments that have been most impactful to him on life's journey--including finding his work as an alternative to going to the Kingdom Hall and more!
Sep 24, 2023•44 min•Ep. 25
Friend of the Zero Hour, Leanne Mitchell speaks to us about yoga, about life and the zero hour moment that led to her making a choice to make her LIFE her CAREER. Join us as we learn from one of Christine's teachers and friends...on this life journey.
Sep 17, 2023•55 min•Ep. 24
Did Kevin truly learn about advertising by going to the library to check out books and read about it? "Extra! Extra!.... learn about online advertising 101, then build a billion-dollar business. And was Kevin's Big Hairy Audacious Goal (BHAG) to build something so big it would have to be broken up by the justice department? And what's he up to today? Join us to find out, wit Marc and Christine, on The Zero Hour.
Sep 10, 2023•27 min•Ep. 23
Marc's been waiting 25 years to interview Kevin. Most would say that Kevin started the internet advertising industry, however, humbly speaking, he would say differently, but we all know the truth :-). But who really came up with the idea? Was it Dwight or Kevin? AND does Kevin speak Vulcan? You'll have to listen to find out-- check out Part I of the KO interview. DoubleClick in the house!!
Sep 03, 2023•31 min•Ep. 22
Join Marc and Christine as they discuss art, the inner artist in everyone, and the leaps of faith that bring about the fulfillment of a vision to create an arts center that brings people together, celebrating our differences, and creating opportunities for expression and connection. We're excited to have Kelly share her zero-hour story and how she has watched the HCA blossom!
Aug 27, 2023•43 min•Ep. 21
WillyT's story is near and dear to many of us (we all have a story), and it also represents what we teach our kids and friends not to do: bullying. In Wills' case, it went to the extreme and affected his adolescence to a degree that most would never wish for. Take a listen to this former introvert's rise above the "words of hurt," and listen to the advice he has as someone who has grown through the experience. Now in the spotlight, he's front and center with us! We're on the mic, and on video, w...
Aug 20, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 20
Join Christine and Marc as they speak with Amelia, aka Mills Bender, whose zero hour when she was a college student became the zero hour that would change the trajectory of her life and career. We're super thrilled that she agreed to share her story and her advice and knowledge. Join us to learn about how to make money work for you and get on your way to financial awareness, freedom and growth!
Aug 13, 2023•47 min•Ep. 19
Buck the system! That's what these two entrepreneurs have done. Meet Kierin, who, instead of paying full college tuition to be remote, learning what he was already doing, said, "No thanks! I'm starting my own business and will acquire the life experience I need to succeed. He and his long-time friend and recent business partner, Mitch Marcou, have done just that! These two lifelong friends decided to combine forces after Mitch served his country and Kieran was starting what will probably be the ...
Aug 06, 2023•52 min•Ep. 18
Cheerio! Christine and Marc welcome Marc's old friend Dan Swift, or “Swifty,” as his mom calls him, about the zero hour when Dan’s father stepped away from the family while Dan was still a young lad. This hard moment in his own life inspired Dan to become the man, dad and entrepreneur he is today. What's Dan’s secret weapon? Kindness and treating people the way you want to be treated. Swifty, arguably the tallest man in Britain, lover of Winston Churchil quotes and passionate mental health advoc...
Jul 30, 2023•37 min•Ep. 17
Join Christine and Marc as they interview Eloise McIntosh, founder and CEO of the Good Hood Club, co-founder of The Gold Standard,.and former student of Christine’s. Please join us on the Zero Hour as we learn and listen to Eloise share her zero hour moments and how they brought her to where she is today.
Jul 23, 2023•37 min•Ep. 16
Christine and Marc joyously celebrate their 15th episode together, riffing on the 80’s because as we all know, it’s the greatest decade of them all! Marc tells his story of how he and his best friend were arrested (the 1st time) by truancy officers in NYC while skipping school to get tickets at Madison Square Garden to watch Duran Duran. Join these two crazy kids who grew up in the ‘80s as they reminisce about those seminal years and take a quick but funny trip down memory lane.
Jul 16, 2023•15 min•Ep. 15
Join Christine and Marc as we connect with the one and only “Pesh!” As Marc would say, “I pick things up and put them down– Jersey in da house. Meet Milke “The People Builder,” Mike Peshler aka Pesh or who Marc has now dubbed as “The Viking.” He reminds us that not everything you see is exactly as it seems. Mike tells his story, that of a D1 college athlete who struggled with his own insecurity. Who would imagine that at 6’4, 240, he would feel insecure about anything? Pesh talks to us about the...
Jul 09, 2023•53 min•Ep. 14
Join Christine and her co-host Marc, as they explore those serendipitous zero hour moments that launch us into new experiences and connections. Paul is a lover of soccer who still plays weekly, and he and his wife Claudette are amazing parents to their two boys. Join us, as we speak with Paul and the trajectory of his life and career as a result of one phone call that might have been completely missed.
Jul 02, 2023•36 min•Ep. 13
Meet Zero Hour friend, Peter Baron, and take a trip down memory lane as he and Christine catch up on their respective life journeys. Peter and Christine have known each other for over twenty years (since before they were married!) and Christine will always be grateful to Peter for being there for her during some of her most difficult times. Peter shares with us the inspiring story of how he confronted the zero hour in his life that led him to Brewster Academy, a boarding school in Wolfeboro, NH,...
Jun 25, 2023•33 min•Ep. 12
Meet Zero Hour friend Jordan Rochelson, a “Strong Island” man with many talents and passions. He is an actor, a comedian, and a singer. He found his way to teaching and found that through his work at Salisbury School in CT, he would understand what it means to juggle the intricate balance of teaching, managing dorm life, coaching, and contributing to a boarding school community. As the pandemic hit, he decided to take the leap that took him, as a teacher, across the world and back, to work with ...
Jun 18, 2023•49 min•Ep. 11
Meet friend of the Zero Hour, Mr. Bob Gallagher, thespian, and soon-to-be renowned actor. He’s a Massachusetts local, proud father, gifted hockey player and coach, and former business owner who struggled with addiction and loss only to find his way back. Today, he’s an inspiration to young, up and coming actors and to all who believe that it’s never too late to pursue your dreams. Join us for a real and inspirational zero hour story as we get to know Bob ( www.bobgallagheractor.com ) learn his s...
Jun 11, 2023•49 min•Ep. 10
Marc’s old friend David Boller, also known as DB, Dave and Boller.... but never (or rarely) David, joins us to share about his zero hour. He is a dedicated father of three, an entrepreneur and restaurateur from…yes, you guessed it, Strong Island! Dave's friendship with Marc spans well over a decade; they used to practice their sales pitches on each other (Marc claims he always won.) Dave always stood out as someone always thinking about his next greatest entrepreneurial idea: "Hey Marc, how do y...
Jun 04, 2023•33 min•Ep. 9
In this episode, Marc interviews his co-host Christine about her journey, sharing about parenting, her greatest life’s failure, what community means to her, and her outlook and philosophy on life. As Marc grills his co-host, Christine manages to find a safe enough space in the studio to get real and speak honestly about overcoming difficulties, striving to be her best and thinking about the legacy she hopes to leave for her kids.
May 28, 2023•38 min•Ep. 8
Christine and Marc hang out with Marc’s good friend Eric Meth. All who know him call him “Meth,” “Methodman,” or “The Method.” Over ten years of friendship that started professionally in New York City, Marc and Eric remained connected as they followed each other’s careers. Eric is an expert in marketing, media, digital advertising, data and analytics. When he and Marc met, Eric was using technology and marketing to sell his clients CPG's and other consumables. Unbeknownst to Marc at the time, Er...
May 21, 2023•53 min•Ep. 7
Join Christine and Marc as we interview Tom "Tommy" Walsh, also known as The Marathon Man, or The Iron Man. Tommy's a close friend and confidant to our co-host, Marc; they met through work when "The Internet" was just launching. Tommy was literally employee #1 and Marc was # 2, and the rest is history. Tommy’s zero hour story is inspirational. Marc happened upon a social media post of Tommy looking super fit and running marathons. He came to learn that Tommy and his friends were running to “imag...
May 14, 2023•33 min•Ep. 6
Jenn is a force of nature if there ever was one. She is a self-proclaimed “corporate dropout” with an unbelievable story. Christine and Marc learn so much and enjoy a lively discussion with Jenn Gulbrand, accomplished entrepreneur, author of a new book launching May 8, thoughtful podcast host of High Vibes, Grateful Heart and the founder of WeBreatheWellness and women’s collaborative. She is a community builder, a healer, and an incredible human being who shares her zero hour moment and journey ...
May 07, 2023•36 min•Ep. 5
Join Christine and Marc in this episode as Christine interviews her co-host about his own life and reflections about family, parenting, and what it means to be an active, engaged, and dedicated girl-dad to his two girls. As a divorced father, Marc left his life in New York behind to move to Massachusetts just before the pandemic. He adopted the term “Renaissancedad,” and has developed a vision to create a dad-coaching business and become a source of inspiration to other fathers who might benefit...
Apr 30, 2023•41 min•Ep. 4
Christine and Marc were thrilled to spend time with The Honorable Tesha Buss. who also happens to be an author, dancer and choreographer, chef and proprietor of GoodCommons.com a wellness retreat center. To say Tesha is a busy mom is an understatement. Hear her story and hear about the Honorable Tesha Buss’s zero hour.
Apr 23, 2023•34 min•Ep. 3
From Northern Ireland to Boston (and yes, he’s got a great accent!) Please join Marc and Christine as they talk to Michael Morrow. Michael shares his zero hour while he was in school, that allowed him to learn an important life lesson about “showing up and getting the work done.” An immigrant with a story infused with Irish wisdom and pride, hope and a commitment to education, Michael joins us to tell his story and reflects on his life in Belfast before he started a new life for himself and bega...
Apr 16, 2023•25 min•Ep. 2
Meet Christine Chapman, Serial Entrepreneur, Yogi, Mom, Avid Hiker, GirlBoss and Multi-Tasker who never runs out of bandwidth. Host of the Zero Hour Podcast, Christine shares about her education consultancy Chapman Education, her non-profit The College Axis Project, the power of narratives and connection, and anything else she wants, since she’s the host. Meet Marc Fierz, self-proclaimed Swiss Viking and New Yorker at heart. Dedicated dad to his two teenage girls (check out his Insta: @ _Renaiss...
Apr 09, 2023•24 min•Ep. 1
As we navigate life, we have so many critical zero hour moments in our lives. Zero hours lead to unexpected and pivotal journeys that inevitably change the course of our lives. The Zero Hour Podcast is about those moments, experiences and journeys they initiate for us. Our zero hours open us up to new opportunities and experiences, no matter who we are. First episode airs Sunday 4/9 and will air every Sunday at midnight.
Apr 03, 2023•57 sec
