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The Wild with Chris MorganRhino ManAnton Mzimba was the head ranger at the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve in South Africa. Anton and hundreds of wildlife rangers like him risk their lives every day to protect endangered species, mainly the rhino, from poachers and organized crime. Anton is the focus of a documentary film called Rhino Man. It tells the extraordinary story of the rhinos, and the brave rangers that are out to protect them. In this episode, filmmaker John Jurko ll tells us about his relationship with Anton, the threats to rhinos and how he finds hope in the face of so mu...
2026-02-1741 min
The Chicago Bears PodcastChicago Bears Must Play with DESPERATION to Beat the Rams | w/ Jurko🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago
Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN Chicago’s John “Jurko” Jurkovic
Brought to you by Mitch Lyons Wealth & Underdog Fantasy
How dangerous are the Chicago Bears in the NFL Playoffs compared to the rest of the field? Pat and Jurko break down where the Bears truly stack up and why this team is becoming a legitimate problem for opponents.
The guys explain why Chicago must play with desperation to compete against the Los Angeles Rams, identify the biggest concern heading into Sunday, and discuss what could ultimately decide the Divisional Round matchup.
Plus — Jurko delivers hi...
2026-01-1555 minThe Chicago Bears PodcastBears vs Packers: Why a Familiar Foe Could Be Chicago’s Advantage | w/ Jurko🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago
Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN Chicago’s John “Jurko” Jurkovic
Brought to you by Mitch Lyons Wealth & Underdog Fantasy
It’s Wild Card Weekend, and Pat & Jurko dive deep into the Chicago Bears vs. Green Bay Packers playoff matchup — the third meeting between these rivals this season. Jurko explains what changes when teams face each other for the third time, and why familiarity can be both an advantage and a trap.
The guys also break down how the Bears defense has ironically become the offense’s biggest heel, putting added pressure on Ben Johnson’s unit...
2026-01-0738 min
Carmen and Jurko1/7 9AM: Ravens Fire John Harbaugh After 18 Years As Head CoachHour 1: Carmen & Jurko discussed after18 seasons the Ravens are looking for a new head coach after John Harbaugh put together a Hall of Fame career in Baltimore. Harbaugh was fired Tuesday after guiding the Ravens to a Super Bowl title in 2012, six AFC North titles and 193 victories, including 13 in the postseason.
2026-01-0746 minThe Chicago Bears PodcastBears vs Packers: Adjustments Chicago MUST Make to Get the Win | w/ Jurko🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago
Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN Chicago’s John “Jurko” Jurkovic
Brought to you by Mitch Lyons Wealth & Underdog Fantasy
Pat and Jurko take a hard look at what went wrong in the first Bears vs. Packers matchup and break down the adjustments Chicago must make heading into the rematch. From offensive rhythm to defensive discipline, the guys revisit the key turning points that put the Bears behind early — and how they can avoid a repeat.
They also discuss whether the Bears should add late-season edge rusher help, how much that could realistically impact the stretch...
2025-12-1830 minThe Chicago Bears PodcastWhere The Chicago Bears Have the BIGGEST Edge Over the Packers | w/ JurkoThe Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago
Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN’s John “Jurko” Jurkovic
Brought to you by Mitch Lyons Wealth & Underdog Fantasy
Today’s episode focuses on the advantages the Chicago Bears have over the Green Bay Packers heading into this week’s rivalry matchup. Pat and Jurko break down where the Bears can control the game — starting with a powerful Bears rushing attack facing a vulnerable Packers run defense.
The guys also look at Jordan Love’s turnover issues in clutch moments, why the Bears’ offensive line has become a dominant group, and how Chicago’s physical identity...
2025-12-0348 min
Behind Gray WallsEP 103 - Jurko And Pappas And Hatfield And ChrismanIn this episode, Anthony shares the story of John Jurko #3416 (Murder in the 1st Degree), whose mysterious business partner spreads a rumor that leads to murder, and Skye takes us on a road trip with three women who may or may not have been part of a car-theft gang, Matilda Hatfield #2539, Ellen Pappas #2540, and Martha Chrisman #2541 (Grand Larceny).
2025-12-021h 28The Chicago Bears PodcastBears vs Eagles Game Preview | Ben Johnson vs Vic Fangio: Coaching Chess Match! w/JurkoThe Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago
Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN Chicago’s John “Jurko” Jurkovic
Brought to you by Mitch Lyons Wealth & Underdog Fantasy
Pat and Jurko get you ready for Bears vs. Eagles, breaking down exactly how Chicago can attack Philadelphia’s tough defensive line and whether the Eagles could be ripe for an upset after their collapse against the Cowboys.
Jurko explains how the Bears’ defense can match up against Saquon Barkley and the Eagles offense, while the guys also check in on the development of Luther Burden and Ozzy Trapilo and potential returns stars on the defense...
2025-11-2643 minThe Chicago Bears PodcastHow Ben Johnson’s Bears Offense MUST Plan to Attack the TOUGH Steelers Defense | w/ JurkoThe Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago
Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN Chicago’s John “Jurko” Jurkovic
Brought to you by Mitch Lyons Wealth & Underdog Fantasy
Pat and Jurko get you ready for Bears vs. Steelers, breaking down how Chicago can attack a tough Pittsburgh defense and what adjustments Ben Johnson’s offense will need to make.
Jurko also talks about what a “charmed season” feels like when everything is going right — and during the show, they react to breaking news: Kyler Gordon is set to return to Bears practice this week!
Plus, it’s another round of Underdog Fantasy picks, a little...
2025-11-1946 minThe Chicago Bears PodcastChicago Bears Midseason Grades w/ Jurko | Rookies, Coaches & Ryan Poles Under the MicroscopeThe Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago
Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN Chicago’s John “Jurko” Jurkovic
Brought to you by Mitch Lyons Wealth & Underdog Fantasy
The Chicago Bears hit the midpoint of the NFL season, and Pat The Designer & Jurko are handing out grades! From rookies to free agents, coaching to front office — the guys evaluate where this Bears team stands halfway through the year.
They start by grading the Bears’ rookie class, assess the impact of the free agent signings, and debate how Ben Johnson’s coaching staff has performed so far. Finally, they give their overall team grade and ev...
2025-11-0535 minThe Chicago Bears PodcastBears Sign CJ Gardner-Johnson, Expect Pass Rush Help from Austin Booker | Bears Bengals Preview🐻 The Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago
Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN Chicago’s John “Jurko” Jurkovic
Brought to you by Mitch Lyons Wealth & Underdog Fantasy
Pat and Jurko break down all the latest news out of Chicago Bears HQ at Halas Hall — including the team’s newest signing, Safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson, and what his arrival means for the defense.
The guys dive into the Bears’ ongoing pass rush problem, how one of their big offseason signings has disappointed, and why Gervon Dexter appears to have plateaued in his development. They also emphasize the need for the “next man up” mentality as...
2025-10-2937 minThe Chicago Bears PodcastNo More Excuses! It’s Time to Buy Into 4-2 Chicago Bears | w/ JurkoThe Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago
Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN Chicago’s John “Jurko” Jurkovic
Brought to you by Underdog Fantasy & Mitch Lyons Wealth
The Chicago Bears are 4-2, and the question is — are you bought in yet? Pat and Jurko break down whether this team has officially turned the corner and what’s fueling their recent success.
The guys also dive into why Jurko is a full believer in the Bears’ defense, regardless of Lamar Jackson’s status, and how the Cole Kmet injury could affect Chicago’s ascending run game.
Plus — an Underdog Fantasy segment with Pat & Jurko, and a...
2025-10-2238 minThe Chicago Bears PodcastThe Reason The Bears Trenches Are Becoming Dominant w/JurkoThe Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago
Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN Chicago’s John “Jurko” Jurkovic
Brought to you by Underdog Fantasy & Mitch Lyons Wealth
The Chicago Bears’ trenches looked much improved in their Monday Night Football win over the Commanders, and Jurko breaks down exactly where those improvements came from.
Pat and Jurko take a deep dive into the defensive line and linebacker play, analyze the offensive line’s run-blocking surge, and discuss how Ben Johnson’s adjustments helped spark the Bears’ best rushing attack of the season.
Plus — the guys make their Underdog Fantasy picks, and Jurko lays out the nex...
2025-10-1530 minThe Chicago Bears PodcastBears Defensive Line Struggles Could Cost Them vs Commanders | w/ JurkoThe Chicago Bears Podcast | ESPN Chicago
Hosted by Pat The Designer & ESPN Chicago’s John “Jurko” Jurkovic
Brought to you by Mitch Lyons Wealth & Avondale Roofing
Former defensive lineman Jurko joins Pat to break down the Chicago Bears’ biggest concerns in the trenches on both sides of the ball. The guys talk offensive line depth, defensive line pressure, and what it’ll take for the Bears to dominate on Monday Night Football against the Washington Commanders.
They also dive into how a potential Bears win could impact the Ben Johnson-led team’s momentum, plus what to expect from the tackles and overall...
2025-10-0823 minCarmen and Jurko10/7 11 AM: Frank CaliendoFrank Caliendo joined the show to talk about his start with Jurko and the new John Madden movie in production.
2025-10-0751 min
Peggy & Dionne9/27 11AM: Jurko Joins Peggy & Dionne To Talk Ryder Cup & Carmen Comes On To Give Lessons For VegasDionne recaps her nightmare travel that she had last night. The Good Kid is here! John Jurko joins Peggy & Dionne to talk about his night in Vegas and Peggy talks about her night net to Bruno Mars. Chef Tiffany Fox joins the show to talk about bringing a taste from Chicago to Las Vegas. Carmen joins Peggy and Dionne to talk about his own lessons for Las Vegas.
2025-09-2745 minThe Chicago Bears PodcastHow Ben Johnson Is Getting Caleb & the Bears Locker Room to Fully Buy Inn this episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast, Pat The Designer and ESPN Chicago's John "Jurko" Jurkovic delve into the latest developments at Halas Hall, highlighting the Bears' significant offseason improvements and the cultural transformation under new head coach Ben Johnson.
00:00:00 - Bears' Offseason Overhaul: The Bears have been recognized as one of the NFL's most improved teams, thanks to strategic acquisitions such as All-Pro guards Joe Thuney and Jonah Jackson, center Drew Dalman, and defensive linemen Grady Jarrett and Dayo Odeyingbo.
00:13:00 – Coaching Culture Shift: Jurko discusses how Coach Johnson is instilling a culture of accountability and high expectations.
00:19:00 – Coaching Traj...
2025-05-2927 minThe Chicago Bears PodcastBears News: Joint Practices w/Bills & Dolphins Announced | Jurko on Why They're CRUCIALIn this episode of The Chicago Bears Podcast, Pat The Designer and ESPN Chicago's John "Jurko" Jurkovic dive into the latest developments from Halas Hall. Brought to you by Mitch Lyons Wealth, The Advantage Dealer Group, and The Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana, the duo discusses the Bears' upcoming joint practices, the challenges of the 2025 schedule, and the impact of Head Coach Ben Johnson's leadership.
Timestamps:
00:00:00 – Bears Announce Joint Practices with Bills and Dolphins: The Bears are set to host joint practices with the Miami Dolphins and Buffalo Bills ahead of their preseason matchups on August 10 and August 17, respectively. These se...
2025-05-2316 min
The Chicago SmokehouseBlocking Jurko, Smoking Cubans, and Belichick’s Mermaid MuseJohn Howell and Rick Telander relive John’s glory days behind the plate—most notably, tagging out former Packers nose tackle John Jurkovic at a charity softball game. The conversation shifts from cigars and sports nostalgia to Bill Belichick’s eyebrow-raising relationship with a 24-year-old “muse” and the public spectacle it has become. Along the way, the duo riff on Yoko Ono, tortured genius, self-defense kicks, and why some basements just have better acoustics. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2025-05-1246 minThe Chicago Bears PodcastBears Draft: The Sleeper Pick That Could Complete O-Line OverhaulThe Chicago Bears Podcast with Pat The Designer and ESPN Chicago’s John "Jurko" Jurkovic, presented by Mitch Lyons Wealth and The Advantage Group.
In this episode, Jurko takes us to O-Line school, sharing insights from his NFL career and what he's hearing from former teammates about offensive tackles in the draft. Plus, Jurko clears the air on an old dispute with Jon Gruden, and the guys react to new DC Dennis Allen's comments — are the Bears too thin on the defensive interior?
Timestamps:
00:00:00 – O-Lineman School w/ Jurko: What he's hearing about draft tackles
00:13:00 – Jurko settles an old score with Jon Grud...
2025-04-1829 min
Species UniteJohn Jurko: Rhino Man "I think it's really the amounts of money that they're able to offer people paired with the violence that they're willing to put on people. It's very much like the drug cartels in Mexico, just more focused on poaching of wildlife." – John Jurko John Jurko is a director and producer of the film, Rhino Man, an award winning documentary which highlights the courageous field rangers who risk their lives every day to protect rhinos and our natural world. The film follows Anton Mzimba, the head ranger of the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve, as he and...
2025-02-1224 min
The Lyons Share - Family, Faith, Football, Finance And FunNFL Tales & Super Bowl Talk with John ‘Jurko’ Jurkovic | Bears’ New Era with Ben JohnsonJoin Mitch and Chicago radio legend John “Jurko” Jurkovic from ESPN 1000’s Carmen and Jurko show as they dive into NFL stories, share behind-the-scenes moments, and look ahead to the Super Bowl. Plus, get their take on the Bears’ future under new head coach Ben Johnson.
2025-02-0448 min
Planet Pulse PacificJohn Jurko II - RHINO MANJohn Jurko II is the lead director and producer of RHINO MAN, a powerful documentary that highlights the courage and dedication of field rangers who risk their lives to protect South Africa's rhinos from poaching. More than just a conservation film, RHINO MAN tells a universal story of resilience, bravery, and the human spirit—a heroic tale of individuals striving to leave the world a better place.Since 2018, John has been at the helm of RHINO MAN, guiding its completion with passion and purpose. A graduate with a BA in Film Production and Philosophy, John began his ca...
2024-11-171h 09
This Wild Life Conservation PodcastThe Making of Rhino Man: A Tribute to Anton Mzimba and Africa’s RangersIn this episode, we’re stepping into the world of Rhino Man, an award-winning documentary that brings us face-to-face with the dangerous realities of rhino conservation in South Africa. Host Amy Turner is joined by three extraordinary guests: John Jurko II, Matt Lindenberg, and Leitah Mkhabela, all of whom are central to this powerful film that celebrates the courage of rangers and highlights the heartbreaking story of Anton Mzimba, the revered Head of Ranger Services at Timbavati, who was killed just as the film was nearing completion. John Jurko and Matt Lindenberg, both co-directors and co-producers of Rhi...
2024-11-061h 01
Julian Dorey Podcast#232 - Royal Family-Backed Ranger Murdered During Documentary | John Jurko & Orlat NdlovuThis episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/julian and get on your way to being your best self.
(***TIMESTAMPS in description below) ~ John Jurko is a documentary filmmaker & journalist. Orlat Ndlovu is a South African Anti-Poaching Park Ranger at Timbavati Game Reserve in SA. John’s recent documentary, “Rhino Man” tells the story of these park rangers and their tragically-murdered leader, Anton Mzimba. Anton was hunted and killed by poaching cells furing the filming of the documentary
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2024-08-312h 55
National Park After DarkBehind the Scenes of Rhino Man ft. Director John Jurko IIToday we are joined again by John Jurko, director and producer of Rhino Man, a film that follows the courageous field rangers who risk their lives to protect South Africa's rhinos. A lot has happened since our first discussion with John. He catches us up with all the developments regarding the film, his life and the legacy work he and his team continue to dedicate in memory of Anton Mzimba.Please visit the following links for more information, further listening and to lend your support.Website: rhinomanthemovie.orgPodcast: rhinomanthemovie.org/podcastAnton Mzimba...
2023-11-0654 min
All About AnimalsRHINO MAN The MovieWild for Change with Nicole Rojas On a new Wild For Change podcast, we speak with John Jurko II, creative director of Global Conservation Corps and lead producer and director of the film RHINO MAN. Global Conservation Corps is a non-profit organization that is bridging the gap between communities and wildlife. The film RHINO MAN was the first project of Global Conservation Corps and was created to support the rangers protecting the rhino and to share their stories. Rangers are the front line, the boots on the ground, protecting our diminishing population of rhino that...
2023-09-221h 00
Wild For ChangeEpisode 40: RHINO MAN: The MovieOn today’s Wild For Change podcast, we speak with John Jurko II, creative director of Global Conservation Corps and lead producer and director of the film RHINO MAN. Global Conservation Corps is a non-profit organization that is bridging the gap between communities and wildlife. The film RHINO MAN was the first project of Global Conservation Corps and was created to support the rangers protecting the rhino and to share their stories. Rangers are the front line, the boots on the ground, protecting our diminishing population of rhino that deserve to be here but are being...
2023-09-091h 01
Conservation UnfilteredEp 135: The Story of Rhino Man and South African Park RangersIn this week's episode, Jason talks with John Jurko II. John is a filmmaker, podcaster, and lover of books, nature, and adventure. John grew up in rural northeast Ohio in the village of Yankee Lake, and from a young age was immersed in nature. After studying film at university he spent 2 years living in Los Angeles working in the camera department on indie films, he produced and directed corporate videos for big brands in Atlanta, Georgia, and since 2018 he has been the lead producer and director of the film Rhino Man — a feature-length documentary about the South African field ra...
2022-09-161h 00National Park After DarkPeople of the Parks: Rhino Man ft. John Jurko IIIn today's episode, we speak with John Jurko II, the lead producer of an upcoming documentary film, Rhino Man. We discuss the poaching crisis in places like Kruger National Park and the Rangers who risk their lives to protect the wildlife. We also take the time to honor the legacy of Anton Mzimba, a lead ranger and protagonist of the film, who recently had his life taken because of the work he did in wildlife conservation. For the latest NPAD updates, group travel details, merch and more, follow us on npadpodcast.com and our socials:Instagram: @na...
2022-08-221h 03
Voices of Nature22. RHINO MAN Behind the Scenes With the Rangers and FilmmakersIn this episode we speak with some of the filmmakers and lead characters in the Global Conservation Corps documentary film, RHINO MAN. The movie is about the South African field rangers who risk their lives to protect the rhinos from poachers. John Jurko II and Matt Lindenberg have been working on the film for the last 6 years. The main storylines they follow are those of Sergeant Anton Mzimba of the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve as he protects the reserve from threats, and Ruben De Kock as he takes a class of 41 candidates through a ranger selection program at the Southern...
2022-03-2454 min
The Irish Bears NetworkChicago Bears Suffer Humiliating Defeat to Cleveland Browns| Time to #FireNagy?Welcome Back to The Irish Bears Show! We are Back to dissect the terrible feeling around the Organisation with everything that happened vs Browns. We are Joined this week by John Jurkovic "Jurko" from ESPN1000
Topics:
- Bears Offensive Ineptitude vs Cleveland
- Bears Screwing up Justin Fields Development
- Worst Offensive Line Play in Years
- The Offense isn't broken, Matt Nagy is
- The WHY on this Organisation
- What The Bears Did Well vs Cleveland
...
2021-09-301h 47
BoxHard Boxing PodcastBoxHard Podcast Episode 309: John RyderThis week, Joey and Eddie are back! Part one consists of the weekly 'Review' segment. This week's special guest is the former WBA interim Super-Middleweight world champion, John Ryder. John talks all about his win in Austria on Friday over Jozef Jurko. John also hints at a possible move to 175 to fight Dmitry Bivol and shares his views on Joshua vs Usyk. The show then ends on the weekly 'Preview' segment, along with the latest boxing news. All this and more on the BoxHard Podcast! Stay tuned!
2021-09-1644 min
Windy City Sports TalkPreviewing the 2021 Bears With John JurkovicESPN 1000's very own John Jurkovic from "The Carmen and Jurko Show" joined the podcast today to talk about the upcoming NFL season. He shared this thoughts on the Bears' QB situation and he also expressed his concern for the defense. Since Jurko is a former player, I asked him about his thoughts on the NFL's first 17-game season and if he thought the players' disapproval of it is warranted.
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2021-08-2621 min
The Irish Bears NetworkChicago Bears Training Camp Preview with ESPN 1000 Host Carmen De Falco- Irish Bears Show Ep.30Welcome Back To The Irish Bears Show! We are excited to welcome Carmen DeFalco from ESPN1000 to the Show! Carmen hosts his Radio Show with John "Jurko" Jurkovic for ESPN 1000 from 12-2 on AM 1000 in Chicago
Carmen is joining the Programme today to discuss all things Bears with the lead up to Training Camp! We Will Also Have to Chat about the Glorious victory for Forza Italia in the Euro 2020 Final as Carmen is a proud member of the Azzurri!
Topics:
- Background to Ca...
2021-07-1557 minVoices of Nature11. John Jurko on Filmmaking and ConservationHear from John Jurko – the Creative Director of Global Conservation Corps. In this episode John talks about his inspiration for using film as a way to give a voice to nature and what drives his latest passion project - the upcoming film, “Rhino Man”. John also shares his observations from an unexpectedly long stay in South Africa due to Covid-19 travel restrictions and how he used that time to pursue some amazing creative projects.
2021-06-0143 min
HallOfSportzPodNFL Podcast Series with Former NFL Defensive Lineman John JurkovicFormer Packers, Jaguars and Browns Defensive Lineman John Jurkovic "Jurko" from ESPN 1000 joins me to talk about his experiences from his time in the NFL and how he transitioned to Sports Broadcasting after his NFL Career.
We discuss:
- The current issues of the Chicago Bears Roster
- His time in Green Bay and In Jacksonville
- The transition from an NFL Career to Broadcasting
- A few conversations about EPL
Make sure to...
2020-12-1049 min
Odyssey & MuseEp 21: Joanna Kalafatis - Lose the Map on exploring a life of acting and travel blogging.Joanna Kalafatis is an actress living and working in Los Angeles as well as the travel blogger and photographer behind Lose the Map. When she’s not auditioning or acting she spends her time exploring other countries where she stays, eats and drinks with locals to really get to know the culture.
“When your environment changes, it changes you.”
In this episode, we dive into Joanna’s journey into the creative arts, how an accident with a kombi taxi changed the way she looked at her life, what she’s learned from traveling solo, and how to write a captivating travel blo...
2017-12-181h 14Odyssey & MuseEp 21: Joanna Kalafatis - Lose the Map on exploring a life of acting and travel blogging.Joanna Kalafatis is an actress living and working in Los Angeles as well as the travel blogger and photographer behind Lose the Map. When she’s not auditioning or acting she spends her time exploring other countries where she stays, eats and drinks with locals to really get to know the culture.
“When your environment changes, it changes you.”
In this episode, we dive into Joanna’s journey into the creative arts, how an accident with a kombi taxi changed the way she looked at her life, what she’s learned from traveling solo, and how to write a captivating travel blo...
2017-12-181h 14
Odyssey & MuseEp 20: Daniel E. Williams - BGSU professor and indie filmmaker on making a study of cinema.Daniel E. Williams received his MFA in Film from Howard University in 1998 and in 2000 he won Best of Show at the Rosebud Film and Video Festival for his thesis film A Thousand Days a Year. He currently teaches film production at Bowling Green State University, while continuing to independently write, produce, and direct award-winning films. I even had the pleasure of working on his latest project, Autumn Blue, as the 1st AC.
“Cinema is not just a product, it’s a form of cultural expression.”
In this conversation, we dig into Daniel’s upbringing in St. Louis, his path through film sch...
2017-01-032h 22Odyssey & MuseEp 20: Daniel E. Williams - BGSU professor and indie filmmaker on making a study of cinema.Daniel E. Williams received his MFA in Film from Howard University in 1998 and in 2000 he won Best of Show at the Rosebud Film and Video Festival for his thesis film A Thousand Days a Year. He currently teaches film production at Bowling Green State University, while continuing to independently write, produce, and direct award-winning films. I even had the pleasure of working on his latest project, Autumn Blue, as the 1st AC.
“Cinema is not just a product, it’s a form of cultural expression.”
In this conversation, we dig into Daniel’s upbringing in St. Louis, his path through film sch...
2017-01-032h 22
Football Night in ChicagoEp. 33: Alshon Jeffery gets a 4-game PED suspensionDavid Haugh (Chicago Tribune), Patrick Mannelly (670 The Score) and Jurko (ESPN 1000) join Kap on the panel. The guys dissect a brutal loss by the Bears and debate whether or not John Fox should be back next season.
Alshon Jeffery gets a 4-game suspension for PED. How much will the affect the Bears and Jeffery’s free agency hopes?
Plus, the guys discuss the Blackhawks big win over Montreal and the chaos from a wild Saturday in college football.
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2016-11-1523 min
Football Night in ChicagoEp. 16: Reviewing NLCS Games 1 and 2ESPN 1000’s John “Jurko” Jurkovic, the Chicago Sun-Times’ Adam Jahns and former Bears running back Jason McKie join Kap.The panel looks back at the first two games of the NLCS and ahead at a pivotal Game 3. Should Joe Maddon make any lineup changes ahead of Tuesday night’s game? Patrick Mannelly joins the panel to discuss the Bears’ 4th quarter collapse against the Jaguars and debate whether or not John Fox should be on the hot seat.
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2016-10-1822 min
Football Night in ChicagoSports Talk Live Podcast: Episode 6 (Oct. 3, 2016)The Tribune’s David Haugh, ESPN 1000’s John “Jurko” Jurkovic and the Sun-Times’ Adam Jahns join Luke Stuckmeyer. The White Sox have a new manager but is it the right hire and is making a hire so quickly a mistake? Meanwhile, the Cubs don’t give a (bleep) who they play in the NLDS but should they? Plus, the Bears finally get their first win and Brian Hoyer has another 300-yard game. Should he remain the starter? Former Bear Patrick Mannelly joins the panel.
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2016-10-0422 min
Odyssey & MuseMan Bike World Pt. 2 – Halfway down the Great Divide Trail. Bicycles, bears, friends and fires.This is a special mini-episode of Odyssey and Muse where we check in with people that are about to embark on or are in the middle of an adventure around the world. In this episode I catch up with Russ McCoy of Man Bike World. Russ is in the midst of his Great Divide Mountain Bike Tour. I interviewed him back in July just before he shoved off. If you haven’t listened to that episode you can catch up here.
“I saw this little baby grizzly bear cub running across the road.”
Russ began his tour in Banff, Canada and ha...
2016-09-0243 minOdyssey & MuseMan Bike World Pt. 2 – Halfway down the Great Divide Trail. Bicycles, bears, friends and fires.This is a special mini-episode of Odyssey and Muse where we check in with people that are about to embark on or are in the middle of an adventure around the world. In this episode I catch up with Russ McCoy of Man Bike World. Russ is in the midst of his Great Divide Mountain Bike Tour. I interviewed him back in July just before he shoved off. If you haven’t listened to that episode you can catch up here.
“I saw this little baby grizzly bear cub running across the road.”
Russ began his tour in Banff, Canada and ha...
2016-09-0243 min
Odyssey & MuseEp 19: Ryan Bury – Burning Shade Productions, producing movies and reading a book a week.Ryan Bury is originally from Perrysburg, Ohio. Since graduating Bowling Green State University, he has lived and worked in Los Angeles. He’s been the post-production manager on TV shows like America’s Got Talent, The X Factor, The Secret Lives of Americans and more. He’s a co-founder of Burning Shade Productions, and together with Sean Cruser he has written and produced many short films and features.
“Save up a little money and just do it.”
In this episode we learn about how Ryan got into filmmaking, his passion for Classic films, his move to Los Angeles, and how he connect...
2016-08-201h 03Odyssey & MuseEp 19: Ryan Bury – Burning Shade Productions, producing movies and reading a book a week.Ryan Bury is originally from Perrysburg, Ohio. Since graduating Bowling Green State University, he has lived and worked in Los Angeles. He’s been the post-production manager on TV shows like America’s Got Talent, The X Factor, The Secret Lives of Americans and more. He’s a co-founder of Burning Shade Productions, and together with Sean Cruser he has written and produced many short films and features.
“Save up a little money and just do it.”
In this episode we learn about how Ryan got into filmmaking, his passion for Classic films, his move to Los Angeles, and how he connect...
2016-08-201h 03
Odyssey & MuseEp 18: Gary Arndt - Everything Everywhere, how to blog like a pro and travel for 9 years.Gary Arndt has mastered the art of world travel. He sold his house in 2007 and has been on the road ever since. A short time into his journey he decided to take his blogging and photography seriously, and within 4 years he went from amateur to winning multiple awards.
“Travel allows you to see connections between places.”
Gary has been to all 7 continents and has visited over 175 countries and territories. He has one of the larger collections of National Geographic magazines in the world, he’s gone dog sledding in the Yukon, bungee jumped in New Zealand, landed on an aircraft carrie...
2016-08-111h 15Odyssey & MuseEp 18: Gary Arndt - Everything Everywhere, how to blog like a pro and travel for 9 years.Gary Arndt has mastered the art of world travel. He sold his house in 2007 and has been on the road ever since. A short time into his journey he decided to take his blogging and photography seriously, and within 4 years he went from amateur to winning multiple awards.
“Travel allows you to see connections between places.”
Gary has been to all 7 continents and has visited over 175 countries and territories. He has one of the larger collections of National Geographic magazines in the world, he’s gone dog sledding in the Yukon, bungee jumped in New Zealand, landed on an aircraft carrie...
2016-08-111h 15
Odyssey & MuseEp 17: Matthew Scott – How to light a scene, share your failures and work toward mastery.Matthew Scott is an Australian cinematographer living in Tasmania. He is constantly exploring and pushing for the mastery of his craft. He also enjoys cooking, retro games, playing piano and going on adventures with his lover.
“Share shit. Be a voice.”
In this episode we dive deep. We talk about how Matt quit high school, got a job, and focused on his love of photography. How he later quit his job and decided to pursue a career as a cinematographer. We dig into his all or nothing attitude, his process for lighting a scene, working with crew members, improving his craf...
2016-07-291h 57Odyssey & MuseEp 17: Matthew Scott – How to light a scene, share your failures and work toward mastery.Matthew Scott is an Australian cinematographer living in Tasmania. He is constantly exploring and pushing for the mastery of his craft. He also enjoys cooking, retro games, playing piano and going on adventures with his lover.
“Share shit. Be a voice.”
In this episode we dive deep. We talk about how Matt quit high school, got a job, and focused on his love of photography. How he later quit his job and decided to pursue a career as a cinematographer. We dig into his all or nothing attitude, his process for lighting a scene, working with crew members, improving his craf...
2016-07-291h 57
Odyssey & MuseMan Bike World Pt. 1 - Russ McCoy on bears, bikes and his approaching Great Divide tour.This is a special episode of Odyssey and Muse. This is going to be the first of possibly many little in-between-isodes where we check in with people that are about to embark on or are in the middle of an adventure around the world. In this episode I talk with Russ McCoy of Man Bike World. He was the second person I interviewed for this podcast, episode 2, and he is the first repeat guest.
“It’s 2,745 miles from Banff, Canada to Antelope Wells, New Mexico.”
Russ has been on two big Bicycle tours and he is about to leave on his th...
2016-07-2136 minOdyssey & MuseMan Bike World Pt. 1 - Russ McCoy on bears, bikes and his approaching Great Divide tour.This is a special episode of Odyssey and Muse. This is going to be the first of possibly many little in-between-isodes where we check in with people that are about to embark on or are in the middle of an adventure around the world. In this episode I talk with Russ McCoy of Man Bike World. He was the second person I interviewed for this podcast, episode 2, and he is the first repeat guest.
“It’s 2,745 miles from Banff, Canada to Antelope Wells, New Mexico.”
Russ has been on two big Bicycle tours and he is about to leave on his th...
2016-07-2136 min
Odyssey & MuseEp 16: Bobby McCall – The Dirty Hooks, leaving a musical legacy and avoiding the charlatans.Bobby McCall is a singer, songwriter and musician from Las Vegas. He bought a guitar when he was 17 and has been focused on honing his skills and writing music ever since.
After parting ways with the band The Ill Figures, he started the gritty rock trio The Dirty Hooks with bandmates Anthony Ratto III and Jenine Cali. They made the decision to write and record the music that they wanted to hear, and in 2012 they released their debut album Electric Grit to critical acclaim.
In this conversation we dig into Bobby’s beginnings growing up in Las Vegas, his path to...
2016-06-111h 18Odyssey & MuseEp 16: Bobby McCall – The Dirty Hooks, leaving a musical legacy and avoiding the charlatans.Bobby McCall is a singer, songwriter and musician from Las Vegas. He bought a guitar when he was 17 and has been focused on honing his skills and writing music ever since.
After parting ways with the band The Ill Figures, he started the gritty rock trio The Dirty Hooks with bandmates Anthony Ratto III and Jenine Cali. They made the decision to write and record the music that they wanted to hear, and in 2012 they released their debut album Electric Grit to critical acclaim.
In this conversation we dig into Bobby’s beginnings growing up in Las Vegas, his path to...
2016-06-111h 18
Odyssey & MuseEp 15: Vic May – Success as an actor in LA, get an agent with a beard, and keep making stuff.Vic May is from, Anamosa, Iowa. He grew up in a creative family where he was encouraged to pursue his desire to act in theater. He graduated from Simpson College, then lived in Chicago, acting in the Red Tape Theater and other venues before moving with is wife Mackenzie to Los Angeles, where they currently reside.
Some of his recent work includes acting in a Geico / Vikings commercial, modeling for the Centura Health Pioneer Campaign, acting in the movie Trafficked with Ashley Judd, and producing and staring in the short film Adrift.
In this conversation we dig into the details...
2016-06-071h 32Odyssey & MuseEp 15: Vic May – Success as an actor in LA, get an agent with a beard, and keep making stuff.Vic May is from, Anamosa, Iowa. He grew up in a creative family where he was encouraged to pursue his desire to act in theater. He graduated from Simpson College, then lived in Chicago, acting in the Red Tape Theater and other venues before moving with is wife Mackenzie to Los Angeles, where they currently reside.
Some of his recent work includes acting in a Geico / Vikings commercial, modeling for the Centura Health Pioneer Campaign, acting in the movie Trafficked with Ashley Judd, and producing and staring in the short film Adrift.
In this conversation we dig into the details...
2016-06-071h 32
Odyssey & MuseEp 14: Marquette Jones - Get your movie made, win at grad school and crack the film fest.Marquette Jones is from Youngstown, Ohio, not far from where I grew up. She’s an alumna of NYU’s graduate film program, but before becoming a filmmaker, Marquette was a public interest attorney in Oakland, California.
Her work includes her most recent film, Forgiving Chris Brown, along with Round on Both Sides, Tunk, Heroes Wanted and Streets 2 Suites. She has also produce many other projects from short films, to commercials and PSAs for the Women in Film program.
When she is not busy writing, producing, or directing, Marquette indulges her obsession with color through her ever-growing nail polish collection.
In t...
2016-05-181h 59Odyssey & MuseEp 14: Marquette Jones - Get your movie made, win at grad school and crack the film fest.Marquette Jones is from Youngstown, Ohio, not far from where I grew up. She’s an alumna of NYU’s graduate film program, but before becoming a filmmaker, Marquette was a public interest attorney in Oakland, California.
Her work includes her most recent film, Forgiving Chris Brown, along with Round on Both Sides, Tunk, Heroes Wanted and Streets 2 Suites. She has also produce many other projects from short films, to commercials and PSAs for the Women in Film program.
When she is not busy writing, producing, or directing, Marquette indulges her obsession with color through her ever-growing nail polish collection.
In t...
2016-05-181h 59
Odyssey & MuseEp 13: Hannah Nicol - Wanderlust, traveling Southeast Asia and benefits of liberal arts.Hannah Nicol is an academic advisor in international student affairs, teaches ESL classes at a university level, and spends all of her spare time traveling and dancing.
“I can do anything for a year.”
In this conversation we go into her early life growing up in Nigeria, the last 4 years she’s spent living in China and traveling Southeast Asia, how her liberal arts degree challenged her old worldview, her love of salsa dancing as a way to connect with others around the globe, and her desire to continue traveling the world and eating new and amazing foods.
“If you’re 20 and...
2015-11-041h 33Odyssey & MuseEp 13: Hannah Nicol - Wanderlust, traveling Southeast Asia and benefits of liberal arts.Hannah Nicol is an academic advisor in international student affairs, teaches ESL classes at a university level, and spends all of her spare time traveling and dancing.
“I can do anything for a year.”
In this conversation we go into her early life growing up in Nigeria, the last 4 years she’s spent living in China and traveling Southeast Asia, how her liberal arts degree challenged her old worldview, her love of salsa dancing as a way to connect with others around the globe, and her desire to continue traveling the world and eating new and amazing foods.
“If you’re 20 and...
2015-11-041h 33
Odyssey & MuseEp 12: Frank Fleming - Adventure & SustainabilityIn this episode I talk with my friend, Frank Fleming. He’s an adventurer and the owner-operator of lawn care service in Vancouver, Canada. But it’s more than that. Frank is interested in sustainable ecosystems, and converting lawns into gardens. We talk about that and more in this episode.
If you want to hear more shows like this, rate us on iTunes and let us know.
2015-11-011h 14Odyssey & MuseEp 12: Frank Fleming - Adventure & SustainabilityIn this episode I talk with my friend, Frank Fleming. He’s an adventurer and the owner-operator of lawn care service in Vancouver, Canada. But it’s more than that. Frank is interested in sustainable ecosystems, and converting lawns into gardens. We talk about that and more in this episode.
If you want to hear more shows like this, rate us on iTunes and let us know.
2015-11-011h 14
Odyssey & MuseEp 11: Murphy Martin - ActorIn this episode I talk with my friend, Murphy Martin. He’s an actor on his way to stardom, living and working in Los Angeles. We have an amazing conversation about the craft of acting, Murphy’s twists and turns on his way to following his passion, and his recent work in the feature film Far Off.
If you want to hear more shows like this, rate us on iTunes and let us know.
2015-06-211h 12Odyssey & MuseEp 11: Murphy Martin - ActorIn this episode I talk with my friend, Murphy Martin. He’s an actor on his way to stardom, living and working in Los Angeles. We have an amazing conversation about the craft of acting, Murphy’s twists and turns on his way to following his passion, and his recent work in the feature film Far Off.
If you want to hear more shows like this, rate us on iTunes and let us know.
2015-06-211h 12
Odyssey & MuseEp 10: Angela Kerfoot - Songwriting & PerformanceIn this episode I talk with one of my friends, Angela Kerfoot. She’s a singer, songwriter, performance artist and social worker living in Las Vegas. She has a unique style and loves to collaborate with other artists and musicians. We dig into her journey as an artist and her passion for helping others. If you want to hear more shows like this, rate us on iTunes and let us know.
2015-04-0549 minOdyssey & MuseEp 10: Angela Kerfoot - Songwriting & PerformanceIn this episode I talk with one of my friends, Angela Kerfoot. She’s a singer, songwriter, performance artist and social worker living in Las Vegas. She has a unique style and loves to collaborate with other artists and musicians. We dig into her journey as an artist and her passion for helping others. If you want to hear more shows like this, rate us on iTunes and let us know.
2015-04-0549 min
Odyssey & MuseEp 9: Nick Army - TV Producer Editor DPIn this episode I talk with one of my best friends, Nick Army. He was an award winning TV producer/director/videographer at WBGU-PBS. He’s currently a Producer/Editor/Director of Photography at Hart: Advertising Agency. And he’s probably the smartest and hardest working person I know.
If you want to hear more shows like this, rate us on iTunes and let us know.
2015-03-081h 02Odyssey & MuseEp 9: Nick Army - TV Producer Editor DPIn this episode I talk with one of my best friends, Nick Army. He was an award winning TV producer/director/videographer at WBGU-PBS. He’s currently a Producer/Editor/Director of Photography at Hart: Advertising Agency. And he’s probably the smartest and hardest working person I know.
If you want to hear more shows like this, rate us on iTunes and let us know.
2015-03-081h 02
Odyssey & MuseEp 8: Britt George - Actor Producer WriterIn this episode I talk with my friend, Britt George. He is an actor, producer, writer and director living in Los Angeles. Some of the shows he’s acted on include Cryptid: The Swamp Beast, True Blood, Dexter and Boston Legal. We talk about becoming an actor, auditioning, working in LA and making indie features.
If you want to hear more shows like this, rate us on iTunes and let us know.
2015-03-011h 08Odyssey & MuseEp 8: Britt George - Actor Producer WriterIn this episode I talk with my friend, Britt George. He is an actor, producer, writer and director living in Los Angeles. Some of the shows he’s acted on include Cryptid: The Swamp Beast, True Blood, Dexter and Boston Legal. We talk about becoming an actor, auditioning, working in LA and making indie features.
If you want to hear more shows like this, rate us on iTunes and let us know.
2015-03-011h 08
Odyssey & MuseEp 7: Cameron Dorn - Suitcase of CourageIn this episode I talk with Cameron Dorn. He is a champion endurance athlete, an adventure junkie, and the founder of The Suitcase of Courage. We talk about breaking Guinness World Records, travel, athletics, volunteering for good causes and living life with an unstoppable energy and passion. Prepare to get pumped up!
If you want to hear more shows like this, rate us on iTunes and let us know.
2015-02-2259 minOdyssey & MuseEp 7: Cameron Dorn - Suitcase of CourageIn this episode I talk with Cameron Dorn. He is a champion endurance athlete, an adventure junkie, and the founder of The Suitcase of Courage. We talk about breaking Guinness World Records, travel, athletics, volunteering for good causes and living life with an unstoppable energy and passion. Prepare to get pumped up!
If you want to hear more shows like this, rate us on iTunes and let us know.
2015-02-2259 min
Odyssey & MuseEp 6: Mislav Marohnić - Vagabond ProgrammerIn this episode I talk with my friend, Mislav Marohnić. He’s a software craftsman from Croatia. He programs, works for GitHub and enjoys traveling the world. We talk about working on the road, Burning Man, and the experience and effects of longterm travel.
If you want to hear more shows like this, rate us on iTunes and let us know.
2015-02-151h 12Odyssey & MuseEp 6: Mislav Marohnić - Vagabond ProgrammerIn this episode I talk with my friend, Mislav Marohnić. He’s a software craftsman from Croatia. He programs, works for GitHub and enjoys traveling the world. We talk about working on the road, Burning Man, and the experience and effects of longterm travel.
If you want to hear more shows like this, rate us on iTunes and let us know.
2015-02-151h 12
Odyssey & MuseEp 5: Amy Javens - Ironman TriathleteIn this episode I talk with my friend, Amy Javens. She is a mother of three, a wife, a coach for QT2 Systems and a professional Ironman Triathlete. We talk about the sport, becoming a pro racer, avoiding injury, and the mental and spiritual fuel necessary for completing such long races.
If you want to hear more shows like this, rate us on iTunes and let us know.
2015-02-081h 07Odyssey & MuseEp 5: Amy Javens - Ironman TriathleteIn this episode I talk with my friend, Amy Javens. She is a mother of three, a wife, a coach for QT2 Systems and a professional Ironman Triathlete. We talk about the sport, becoming a pro racer, avoiding injury, and the mental and spiritual fuel necessary for completing such long races.
If you want to hear more shows like this, rate us on iTunes and let us know.
2015-02-081h 07
Odyssey & MuseEp 4: Liam Garrison - Adventure JunkieIn this episode I talk with friend Liam Garrison. He is a student at the University of Oxford, England, a cyclist, a climber and an all around adventure junkie. We talk about the challenges and excitement of travel, the stigma of hitchhiking and trusting in the humanity of others.
If you want to hear more shows like this, rate us and let us know.
2015-02-0149 minOdyssey & MuseEp 4: Liam Garrison - Adventure JunkieIn this episode I talk with friend Liam Garrison. He is a student at the University of Oxford, England, a cyclist, a climber and an all around adventure junkie. We talk about the challenges and excitement of travel, the stigma of hitchhiking and trusting in the humanity of others.
If you want to hear more shows like this, rate us and let us know.
2015-02-0149 min
Odyssey & MuseEp 3: Crissie McCree - Singer-SongwriterIn this episode, I talk with my friend, Crissie McCree, She is an award-winning singer-songwriter living in Nashville, TN. We talk about how playing music helped her through tough times, the challenges of following a career in music, and her new song “Like You’re Here”.
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2015-01-2546 minOdyssey & MuseEp 3: Crissie McCree - Singer-SongwriterIn this episode, I talk with my friend, Crissie McCree, She is an award-winning singer-songwriter living in Nashville, TN. We talk about how playing music helped her through tough times, the challenges of following a career in music, and her new song “Like You’re Here”.
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2015-01-2546 min
Odyssey & MuseEp 2: Russ McCoy - Adventure CyclistIn this episode, I talk with another great friend, Russ McCoy, whom I literally met on the road in Northern Oregon. We talk about how he got out of debt, sold it all, and decided to tour the country for 5 months on a bicycle.
Follow all of Russ' adventures at http://www.manbikeworld.com
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2015-01-181h 11Odyssey & MuseEp 2: Russ McCoy - Adventure CyclistIn this episode, I talk with another great friend, Russ McCoy, whom I literally met on the road in Northern Oregon. We talk about how he got out of debt, sold it all, and decided to tour the country for 5 months on a bicycle.
Follow all of Russ' adventures at http://www.manbikeworld.com
If you want to hear more shows like this, Rate us on iTunes and let us know.
2015-01-181h 11
Odyssey & MuseEp 1: Sean Cruser - FilmmakerIn this first episode of Odyssey & Muse, I talk to a good friend and filmmaker Sean Cruser about his process and how he has developed his craft. Everything from the disasters to the successes.
Listen in and if you want to hear more shows like this, let us know by rating us.
2015-01-091h 09Odyssey & MuseEp 1: Sean Cruser - FilmmakerIn this first episode of Odyssey & Muse, I talk to a good friend and filmmaker Sean Cruser about his process and how he has developed his craft. Everything from the disasters to the successes.
Listen in and if you want to hear more shows like this, let us know by rating us.
2015-01-091h 09