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After building a $30M business, surviving open-heart surgery, and tearing his Achilles, Tom Alexander did what few others would — he started over. Not in tech. Not in finance. But in the gritty world of arm wrestling.
In this episode of Cumberland Unfiltered, Tom shares his comeback story, his vision for a media-fueled arm wrestling movement, and the power of believing in something when no one else does.
We also hear the story of Connie — the woman who backed him for 10 years — and what it means to rebuild from the ground up.
🎯 Real grit. Real strategy. Real talk.
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In Episode #008 of Cumberland Unfiltered, we sit down with 94-year-old Holocaust survivor Irving Schild—a man whose life story spans war-torn Europe, the U.S. Marine Corps, and five decades behind the camera at Mad Magazine.
Irving takes us through the harrowing decisions his family made to survive the Holocaust, the safe haven that brought him to America, and the unlikely twists of fate that led to a creative career photographing legends like Muhammad Ali.
This is not just an interview—it’s a living document of survival, resilience, and what it means to rebuild in a free country.
Hosted by Caleb Minson, with co-hosts Brad Dean and Jason Dean.
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Guest: Joseph C. Miller III — Special Operations advisor & author of American Commandos
What You’ll Hear:
Inside Afghanistan’s elite Special Ops missions
How military aid was misused — and where the money actually went
What happens when a soldier becomes a whistleblower
How American Commandos tells the truth through fiction
Why patriotism means accountability — not blind loyalty
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He didn’t protest.
He didn’t post.
He just booked a flight to India—because there was a line he wouldn’t cross.In this episode of Cumberland Unfiltered, we sit down with Luke Bonin—a U.S. veteran whose quiet act of kindness went viral… and whose deeper conviction led him to take a stand when it mattered most.
From the viral photo on the curbside in Fall River, to his deployment during the Pat Tillman incident, to the vaccine decision that changed his career—Luke’s story is a layered, grounded reflection on integrity, restraint, and moral clarity.
🧠 Topics CoveredThe moment that made Luke a national symbol of compassion
What really happened during Pat Tillman’s deployment
Refusing the COVID-19 vaccine—and why he got vaccinated in India instead
Losing a career to keep his conscience
💬 Highlight Quotes“I wasn’t trying to make a statement. I just couldn’t pretend it didn’t matter.”
“If I folded then, what did all those other moments mean?”
“She thought I was there to kick her out. I just wanted to eat with her.”
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🎙 Guests:
Maria Vracic (Founder, Maria’s Red Star Upholstery)
Shaun Galligan (Chair, Warwick School Committee)
Immigration & entrepreneurship
Planning Board removal & town politics
Rhode Island education reform
School committee governance
Public backlash and clarity on controversy
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Topics Covered in Episode 004:
The housing crisis in the U.S. & IrelandWhy modular homes are the future of affordable housingThe push for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) & government pushbackThe decline of skilled trades & its impact on constructionThe art of pouring Guinness & Irish pub culture🎙 Hosts: Caleb Minson, Brad Dean, Jason Dean, Andrew Bacon
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Episode Notes
Main Topics Covered
🎙️ Speed Cameras in Cumberland – Necessary enforcement or government overreach?
🎙️ Surveillance & Privacy – How Flock cameras track residents & school bus fines benefit corporations
🎙️ Infrastructure & Overdevelopment – Massive housing projects and their strain on schools & resources
🎙️ Water & Traffic Issues – Brown water complaints, a $10M filtration fix, and road construction gridlockSponsor
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In this episode of Cumberland Unfiltered, we sit down with Mike Cesaroni, CEO of Horizon HVAC & C.E.S. Construction, and host of The Mindset Radio Podcast. We discuss business growth, entrepreneurial mindset, and local Cumberland issues, including the Diamond Hill Park project and its potential impact on the town.
Tune in for an unfiltered conversation about Cumberland’s future and the challenges and opportunities facing small businesses and communities alike!
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🎙️ Guest: Mike Cesaroni – CEO of Horizon HVAC & C.E.S. Construction, Host of The Mindset Radio Podcast
🏡 Topics Covered:
Diamond Hill Park updates
Entrepreneurial mindset & local business impact
Cumberland news recap & community shout-outs
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Welcome to Cumberland Unfiltered Podcast! Today, we’re setting the stage for what’s to come. Tune in to learn about our mission, meet the hosts, and hear about the topics we’ll cover in future episodes.
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