In this episode of Fishing Without Bait, host Jim Ellermeyer is joined by producer Mike Sorg for a heartfelt reflection on uncertainty, personal growth, and the enduring wisdom of Pittsburgh’s own Fred Rogers. Through the lens of full-impact mindfulness, they explore timeless quotes from Mr. Rogers that continue to offer strength, clarity, and hope in uncertain times.

In this episode of Fishing Without Bait, Jim Ellermeyer and producer Mike dive into the power of mindful communication through a series of simple yet profound phrases that can transform your relationships and internal peace.

Do you ever feel like you’re stuck on autopilot—wake, work, eat, sleep, repeat?

In this episode, Jim Ellermeyer and Mike Sorg explore the difference between existing and living, breaking down the concept of being a human being versus a human doing. Through real-life examples and mindfulness practices, they help you reclaim your daily life through intentional action, journaling, and presence.

In Episode 484 of Fishing Without Bait, Jim Ellermeyer and producer Mike explore the inner chaos of racing thoughts and the anxiety that often stems from our own internal storytelling.

They introduce the concept of cognitive clarity—the ability to slow down your thinking, step out of the “mind drama,” and reclaim emotional control from others’ expectations. It’s a call to speak what you create, and create what you speak.

In this eye-opening episode of Fishing Without Bait, Jim Ellermeyer and co-host Mike Sorg take a step back from the noise and division to focus on the unifying principles found in the world’s major religions.

In this episode of Fishing Without Bait, Jim Ellermeyer and producer Mike Sorg take a transformative dive into a concept often overlooked in recovery, education, parenting, and everyday life: positive chain analysis.

We look back at our first conversation with Tara from KeepComingBack.net:

In this episode of the show, Jim Ellermeyer extends a warm welcome to his friend Tara V, who has successfully achieved long-term recovery from addiction. Tara graciously shares her personal story of how she navigated the challenges of addiction and found solace in the 12-step community. She also opens up about her spiritual journey and the transformative experiences that helped her on her path to recovery.

In this episode of Fishing Without Bait, Jim Ellermeyer and co-host Mike dive deep into the nature of spirituality and why it’s often misunderstood. While religion can bring structure and community, true spirituality is about something far more personal: connecting with the divine spark within yourself and recognizing it in others.