Turning Personal Tragedy into Hope: Michael Gomoll and Joey's Song

In this episode of Almost Live Nashville, host Tony Mantor welcomes Michael Gomoll, the founder of Joey's Song, a charity dedicated to fighting epilepsy through music. Inspired by the loss of his son Joey to Dravet Syndrome, Michael created the Freezing Man concert series held annually in Madison, Wisconsin.

The show features a star-studded lineup that includes artists like Butch Vig, John Resnick from the Goo Goo Dolls, and Vicki Peterson from the Bangles, all performing to raise funds for critical epilepsy research.

Michael shares the journey of building this charitable movement, the impact of COVID on their efforts, and the importance of community and empathy in supporting those affected by epilepsy.

The episode highlights the upcoming January concerts and various ways supporters can contribute, including auctions and a livestream option.

Meet Michael Gamal and Joey's Song
The Origin of Freezing Man Concert Series
Growth and Success of Joey's Song
Impact of COVID-19 on the Charity
The Importance of Empathy and Support
How to Get Involved with Joey's Song
Conclusion and Contact Information

INRO/OUTRO song: T. Wild

Mantor Music BMI

Turning Personal Tragedy into Hope: Michael Gomoll and Joey&apos;s Song 
In this episode of Almost Live Nashville, host Tony Mantor welcomes Michael Gomoll, the founder of Joey&apos;s Song, a charity dedicated to fighting epilepsy through music. Inspired by the loss of his son Joey to Dravet Syndrome, Michael created the Freezing Man concert series held annually in Madison, Wisconsin. 
The show features a star-studded lineup that includes artists like Butch Vig, John Resnick from the Goo Goo Dolls, and Vicki Peterson from the Bangles, all performing to raise funds for critical epilepsy research. 
Michael shares the journey of building this charitable movement, the impact of COVID on their efforts, and the importance of community and empathy in supporting those affected by epilepsy. 
The episode highlights the upcoming January concerts and various ways supporters can contribute, including auctions and a livestream option.
Meet Michael Gamal and Joey&apos;s Song 
The Origin of Freezing Man Concert Series 
Growth and Success of Joey&apos;s Song 
Impact of COVID-19 on the Charity 
The Importance of Empathy and Support 
How to Get Involved with Joey&apos;s Song 
Conclusion and Contact Information
INRO/OUTRO song: T. Wild 
Mantor Music BMI

Nashville based veteran music producer Tony Mantor’s Almost Live… Nashville podcast takes its listener on a journey through the business of music and entertainment. Following the success and popularity of his top-rated podcast on Autism & Mental Health awareness - Why Not Me? - Mantor hosts thought-provoking conversations and behind-the-scenes stories from various celebrity guests from the world of music, television and entertainment. With more than 30 years as an accomplished music producer based in Nashville, Mantor welcomes a worldly guest list of musicians, actors and entertainers who share their unique stories about the roles they’ve played in creating and sustaining what we know as popular American culture. Conversations and stories that also give a deeper understanding on what it takes to achieve success in the entertainment industry for aspiring entertainers who are currently pursuing their own dreams of being a star someday. Whether listening for the entertainment or storytelling factor alone, or for tips on how his guests faced their life’s challenges, Almost Live… Nashville will have a story for anyone who has been a fan of popular culture in music, movies and television over the last few decades.

Nashville based veteran music producer Tony Mantor’s Almost Live… Nashville podcast takes its listener on a journey through the business of music and entertainment. Following the success and popularity of his top-rated podcast on Autism &amp; Mental Health awareness - Why Not Me? - Mantor hosts thought-provoking conversations and behind-the-scenes stories from various celebrity guests from the world of music, television and entertainment. With more than 30 years as an accomplished music producer based in Nashville, Mantor welcomes a worldly guest list of musicians, actors and entertainers who share their unique stories about the roles they’ve played in creating and sustaining what we know as popular American culture. Conversations and stories that also give a deeper understanding on what it takes to achieve success in the entertainment industry for aspiring entertainers who are currently pursuing their own dreams of being a star someday. Whether listening for the entertainment or storytelling factor alone, or for tips on how his guests faced their life’s challenges, Almost Live… Nashville will have a story for anyone who has been a fan of popular culture in music, movies and television over the last few decades.

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Michael Gomoll: Joey's Song, Freezing Man Concerts for Epilepsy

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