Abandonment

Original Airdate: January 14, 2008

Host: Scott Dente

Guests: Charlie Richards and Nate Sallie

In this episode Charlie Richards, creator of famed children's video series "Life at the Pond," openly talks about his rocky childhood and how he experienced abandonment as a child. Through his story, Charlie offers advice, encouragement, and hope for those struggling with abandonment. Then musical guest Nate Sallie shares how his decision to abandon control of his life impacted his music before performing songs from his latest release.

Guest Bios

Charlie Richards / www.lifeatthepond.com

Writer for and creator of The Pond, Charlie Richards has written everything from commercials to news to Adventures in Odyssey to prime time sitcoms. It's a resume only an oddball writer could have. And it all boils down to this - The Pond - the first creation of his own.

Nate Sallie / www.natesallie.com

Classically trained Nate Sallie grew up in Washington D.C., banging away on a Baldwin upright piano until his fingers hurt. This is when Nate realized how powerful a tool music was. This is what he wanted to be a part of and use for the right reason: to reach those within his reach. Over the years, he played his way in and out of bands, in and out of competitions, and in and out of record deals. It was definitely a learning process for Nate who says he realizes what it is all about now, and looking back, is glad he had the opportunity to grow both musically and, most importantly, spiritually. When you see Nate live, the first word that comes to mind is honesty. The second word that pops into your mind is passionate, and the third is "Unbelievable!" How can so much energy come from one person? As he talks about each song and tells stories about his journey, you wonder what makes him tick, where he comes from, and why he seems to get by without sweating the small stuff.