Apr 28, 2016
Bill Foley is a walking miracle. I don't know how else to put it.
Earlier this year on February 11, 6 p.m. 30-year-old Mohamed Barry came into the Nazareth Restaurant in Columbus, OH while Bill was preparing to perform. Barry started swinging a machete and quickly had injured a couple seated near the door. Bill Foley sacrificed his body as he barreled into the attacker in hopes the others there could escape.
Bill was stabbed and suffered a punctured lung and liver. He also sustained stab wounds in his hand. His guitar strumming, finger-picking hand. Just the fact that I am able to interview Bill and share his story with you is a blessing.
We talk about the attack, but also get some perspective on Bill Foley's early days as a musician and the gigs he played leading up to it.
Specifically, we talk about:
and much, much more.
You can help Bill with some of his medical bills by donating through his GoFundMe campaign
Check out his web site: http://www.omgilts.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/billfoleyband
In this episode, I also answer a question from listener Robert Talbott. Robert wants to know:
What is my favorite bit that I have ever written?
What is my favorite bit that someone else has written or performed?
And I mentioned the Patreon "Laugh Partner Reward" Program as well. Here is a link to learn more: www.Patreon.com/schooloflaughs
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