🎸 What if a guitar could tell the story of New York City?

In this episode of The Good Hustle, John Henry visits the iconic Carmine Street Guitars in NYC’s West Village, where Rick Kelly and Cindy Hulej build world-renowned guitars by hand — no CNC machines, no computers, just raw talent, reclaimed wood, and stories that stretch back over a century.

Rick has been in the game since the 1960s and opened this shop over 45 years ago. Cindy’s been crafting custom guitars for over a decade and just passed her 100th build. Together, they’ve created instruments out of benches from John’s Pizza on Bleecker, wood from the legendary Chelsea Hotel, and beams pulled from the Bowery’s old Suicide Hall — once a Civil War refuge, then a brothel, and now part of musical history.

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🎙️ You'll hear about:

✔️ Their one-of-a-kind process using NYC’s oldest wood 🎸
✔️ The real story behind their infamous “pizza guitar” 🔥
✔️ Building guitars from scratch, shellac by shellac 🪵
✔️ Why reclaimed pine from 1800s buildings makes unmatched soundboards 🏙️
✔️ How a 90-minute documentary, a James Taylor video, and a Viagra commercial made this shop world famous 🎥

Whether you’re into music, craftsmanship, or hidden gems of New York — this episode will move you, inspire you, and make you want to create something with your hands.

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🎙️ Featured Guests:
✔️ Rick Kelly – Founder, Carmine Street Guitars
✔️ Cindy Hulej – Custom Guitar Maker & Wood Burner

🛠️ Real people, real craft, real hustle.

📍 Learn more: CarmineStreetGuitars.com
📍 Visit them in NYC’s West Village

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🧠 What if the real solution to mental health struggles isn’t medication alone, but true connection?

In this deeply personal episode, John Henry shares the real story behind addiction, recovery, and why healing only began when he found an authentic community.

From early childhood trauma to overcoming addiction, John opens up about the hard truths of sobriety, mental illness, and the journey toward lasting change. If you or someone you know is facing anxiety, depression, burnout, or addiction, this conversation is for you.

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🎙️ Inside This Episode:

✔️ Why addiction and mental health struggles run deeper than we think
✔️ How real healing happens in community, not isolation
✔️ The power of honesty, vulnerability, and shared experiences
✔️ Why one-size-fits-all recovery doesn’t work for everyone
✔️ How small actions today can save lives tomorrow

💡 “You’re not broken. You’re not alone. Healing is possible, and it begins when you reach out.”

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🌟 If this episode resonates with you, please follow, review, and share it with someone who needs to hear it. Together, we heal stronger. ❤️

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🚀 How Do You Change 12,000 Lives with Nothing but Heart and a Soccer Ball?

JT Dorsey is more than a former pro soccer player — he’s a community force. In this episode, we explore the origin of the JT Dorsey Foundation, how sports can be a gateway to mentorship and education, and what it really takes to support under-resourced youth. From nutrition to life skills, JT breaks down how his team is building up the next generation — one kid at a time.

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💡 Key Takeaways:

✔️ What "friend-raising" really means
✔️ How one family changed the trajectory of JT’s life
✔️ The real cost of sports for low-income families
✔️ How soccer teaches more than just the game
✔️ Simple ways anyone can support their local community

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🎯 Get Involved: The JT Dorsey Foundation

📅 Golf Tournament – May 16, 2025
Sunset Golf Course, Harrisburg, PA
Register here!

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If this conversation hit home, check out JT’s work at The JT Dorsey Foundation. Whether it’s time, talent, or treasure, there’s always a way to support the mission. Also, subscribe to The Good Hustle Podcast and share this with someone who cares about giving back.

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