We see our show as a vehicle to highlight and donate to charities that contribute to trauma and mental health needs. We have collaborated with the Dear Jack Foundation (https://www.dearjackfoundation.org/). We are in the process of working with The Responder Alliance (https://www.responderalliance.com/) and Canine Companions (https://canine.org/). Our ultimate goal is to use profits from our show to donate directly to these charities, as well as give them a platform to get their message out. We are looking for funds to help us grow listenership and raise awareness for our charities.

Baggage is a podcast showcasing a collection of compelling, unique, and sometimes traumatic stories from people of all walks of life. These stories typically only get heard by the storyteller’s friends, family, or co-workers. Now there is a platform for everyday individuals to share their experiences with a larger audience, as well as how they cope with the emotional and mental baggage that sometimes follows those events. Once a month, the show’s hosts—Eric Shaw (doctor), Ryan Frank (prosecutor), Adrian Bonenberger (journalist/author), and Ryan Conner (comedian)—hear a different set of stories, bringing their own distinct perspectives. Sometimes serious and sometimes humorous, it’s sure to always be interesting.