📍 San Jose, CA

What happens when a brilliant mind questions its own foundation?

In this episode, J.T. sits down with David Grover—a data architect and "defrocked" philosopher with a deep love of logic, language, and self-examination—for a raw and thoughtful conversation exploring the sometimes ironic paths our lives can take.

David shares his experience navigating the medical and mental health landscape while wrestling with the existential questions that once unraveled his academic career—and later became the backbone of his professional success.

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📍 San Carlos, CA

In this episode of No More Strangers, Caroline Kim joins J.T. Erickson to explore questions of identity, perfectionism, and self-discovery. Caroline opens up about her journey to untangle herself from external expectations, sharing deeply relatable insights into vulnerability, self-worth, and the universal experience of feeling like we're all "winging it." Join us as we discuss how embracing our imperfections can be a powerful catalyst for genuine growth and meaningful connection.

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📍 Los Angeles, CA -

This week, I’m sharing a conversation with Rob Cochran—a retired police officer, security guard, and someone whose career has been defined by service, duty, and the power of relationships.

In this episode, we talk about what drew him to law enforcement, the realities of police work beyond media portrayals, and the philosophy that shaped his approach to service. Rob shares how trust and relationships are essential to effective policing—why he always kept his window down on patrol, how community engagement changes outcomes, and the lessons he carried into his post-police life.

It’s a conversation about integrity, perspective, and the human side of a career in service.

I’d love to hear what stood out to you—drop a comment or send a message.

As always, I hope you’re walking away with one less stranger in your life.

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📍 Aliso Viejo, California -

This week, I’m sharing a conversation with my friend Roman Bercot—a veteran, a technologist, and someone who has spent his life adapting to new challenges, from military service to AI and UX design.

In this episode, we talk about emergence—how life unfolds in ways we don’t always anticipate, and how we navigate uncertainty with intention. We explore readiness—the lasting effects of being trained for constant vigilance, how it serves us, and where it can take a toll. Finally, we dig into reinvention—Roman’s evolution from combat journalist to technologist, and how he found new purpose beyond the uniform.

Roman’s story is one of adaptability, curiosity, and resilience. His insights into shifting careers, navigating mental wellness, and embracing lifelong learning were incredibly compelling, and I hope they resonate with you as much as they did with me.

I’d love to hear what stood out to you, so drop a comment or send a message.

As always, I hope you’re walking away with one less stranger in your life.

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📍Brentwood, Los Angeles, California -

This week, I’m sharing a conversation with my friend Gerard—a technologist, a thinker, and someone who has deliberately shaped his own path through experience, reflection, and intentional hard work.

In this episode, we talk aboutself-discovery—what it means to redefine yourself beyond the past, how masculinity is shaped by culture, and how we make peace with the stories we tell ourselves. We exploretechnology—the way AI and social media influence our perceptions of self, connection, and the future. Finally, if not sequentially, we dig intohealing—through mental health work, spirituality, and psychedelics, and how these tools have helped Gerard navigate trauma and rebuild trust.

I found the conversation to be honest, introspective, and deeply human, and I hope it resonates with you as much as it did with me.

I’d love to hear what stood out to you, so drop a comment or send me a message.

As always, I hope you’re walking away with one less stranger in your life.

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📍San Pancho, Nayarit, Mexico -

This week, I’m sharing a conversation with my friend Andrea Cometa—a traveler, a builder of spaces (both physical and social), and someone who understands the deep importance of connection.

In this episode, we talk about the power of community—what it means to truly belong, the shifting nature of shared spaces, and how we can hold onto the things that matter. We explore tradition, from the small rituals that keep us grounded (like drinking mate) to the larger cultural practices that define our sense of place. And we dig into identity, how we shape it, and how it evolves when we embrace change.

This conversation is full of warmth, wisdom, and a little bit of chaos (in the best way). I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

I’d love to hear what stood out to you, so please leave a comment.

As always, I hope you’re walking away with one less stranger in your life.

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📍Burton, Ohio, USA -

This week, I’m sharing the second part of a conversation with my friend Paul “TAP” Ware—a storyteller, teacher, and someone who sees the world through a lens of faith and transformation.

In this episode, Paul dives right in to his favorite book of the Bible, Genesis, and we explore his thoughts and ideas around what it means, how it applies to the rest of his faith, and how it is more than just the beginning, but also the end.

I’d love to hear what stood out to you, so please leave a comment.

As always, I hope you’re walking away with one less stranger in your life.

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📍Burton, Ohio, USA -

This week, I’m sharing the first part of a conversation with my friend Paul “TAP” Ware—a storyteller, teacher, and someone who sees the world through a lens of faith and transformation.

In this episode, Paul opens up about his incredible journey, the miracles he’s witnessed, and the power of love in guiding us back to ourselves and each other. We also talk about the importance of honest assessment—of our lives, our actions, and our purpose—as a path to growth.

This is Part I of a two-part series, and I hope it gives you a glimpse into the life and mind of someone truly extraordinary.

I’d love to hear what stood out to you, so please leave a comment.

And as always, I hope you’re walking away with one less stranger in your life.