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In this episode, we sit down with Daemon Manx, the remarkable pen name of Robert R. Chiossi, a multifaceted personality known for his fascinating journey as an Author, Publisher, and Wheel of Fortune Contestant. From being born during the very first Super Bowl to surviving a car accident involving Ronald Reagan's motorcade, Robert's life has been nothing short of extraordinary.Join us as we delve into his musical escapades, playing with bands, touring the U.S., and working behind the scenes at iconic venues like Saturday Night Live and David Letterman. Discover the captivating story of his stint on Wheel of Fortune, where he won a Chevy Tahoe and $16k, and got to chat candidly with Pat and Vanna.However, life took a challenging turn as Robert battled addiction, leading him to spend time inside the US prison system. But with determination and resilience, he found his way back, emerging stronger and better equipped to embrace his passion for writing.As Daemon Manx, Robert has now become a published author, running Last Waltz Publishing, and earning nominations for prestigious awards. We'll explore his gripping works, including the Splatterpunk-nominated short story, as well as get a sneak peek into his forthcoming memoir—an inspiring tale of triumph over addiction and redemption from the ashes.Tune in for an unforgettable conversation as we celebrate the incredible life and accomplishments of Daemon Manx, a true testament to the power of second chances and unwavering artistic pursuit.
Author / Publisher
Author Daemon Manx is the pen name of Robert R. Chiossi who was born during the very first Super Bowl. His mother went into labor just as the game began, at which point his father instructed her to sit-tight until half-time. She managed to follow his direction and was then taken to the hospital during the break, she was dropped off by her husband who then headed back home and watched the remainder of the game.
Robert grew up loving music and learned to play the guitar and bass; he spent years playing in bands and touring the U.S. with several small lesser-known acts. His musical career came to a pinnacle when he landed a roadie job in NYC, working as a stagehand at various venues including, Saturday Night Live, and David Letterman. In 1991 while delivering a piano, Robert was involved in a car accident with Ronald Reagan’s motorcade. The former President and first lady had just exited the limo moments before Robert smashed into the side of it.
In 1999 Robert was a contestant on the gameshow Wheel of Fortune where he went to the bonus round and won a Chevy Tahoe, along with 16k dollars. He got to speak candidly with Pat and Vanna and spent a few days in LA celebrating the victory.
It hasn’t been all win falls; however, Robert is a recovering addict and will have ten years free from active addiction this coming Halloween. His addiction brought him to some very dark places, including the inside of the US prison system where he spent 8 years of his life. But there is a happy ending in all of this, it is where Robert honed his craft and pushed himself… Read More
