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Inside Lebo"Inside Lebo: Mick Sullivan Makes History Fun"Author and podcaster Mick Sullivan and Historical Society of Mount Lebanon’s Jenny Wood discuss an upcoming family-friendly program that blends history, humor, music and storytelling. The Past and the Curious live show comes to Mellon Middle School on Oct. 4, offering kids and families a fun way to connect with history.
2025-09-0520 minInside Lebo"Inside Lebo: Mick Sullivan Makes History Fun"Author and podcaster Mick Sullivan and Historical Society of Mount Lebanon’s Jenny Wood discuss an upcoming family-friendly program that blends history, humor, music and storytelling. The Past and the Curious live show comes to Mellon Middle School on Oct. 4, offering kids and families a fun way to connect with history.
2025-09-0520 min
Locked On MLB - Daily Podcast On Major League BaseballThe Phillies Phenom Mick Abel Could Solve Pitching IssuesThe Phillies are winning but Aaron Nola's slump and Jose Alvarado's PED suspension has put them in a bad spot. However, young phenom Mick Abel made a dazzling debut that could help solve their issues.Check out the In Memoriam videohttps://youtu.be/ISl3VGJmjrc?si=0D_Xd4_DHzFzouPYSupport Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!Wonderful PistachiosGet snackin' and get crackin' with the snack that packs a protein punch. Visit WonderfulPistachios.com to learn more!Supply HouseJoin the TradeMaster program today at SupplyHouse.com...
2025-05-1929 min
Big Little Small TalkMick MetcalfeMick Metcalfe joined the Queensland Ambulance Service in 1991. He has held various roles from Union Delegate to Deputy Assistant Commissioner, all the while dipping in and out of the job of a first responder.Mick is sanguine about his work “people die all the time” he says. “Sometimes the most important thing you can do is be there in their hour of need”.Mick speaks candidly about his upbringing; his family of origin and his family of creation. A compelling listen.
2025-02-2246 min
On WritingEpisode 9: Mick Sullivan, Children's Non-Fiction Author and PodcasterWelcome to On Writing! A podcast that interviews authors from all over the country to talk about their books and their journeys in becoming authors. Each episode will have a different guest. We will be interviewing authors of both fiction and non fiction, and all genres will be explored throughout the show's run.This episode's guest is Mick Sullivan! Mick is a Non-fiction, Children's author and the host of The Past and The Curious Podcast. His books and podcasts talk about interesting moments in history while making the stories accessible to younger readers and listeners. We discuss...
2025-02-1730 min
The Plant Free MD with Dr Anthony ChaffeeEpisode 256: 66 Year Old Mick Sullivan Wins Ultra Trail Marathon as a Carnivore!Join Dr. Chaffee as he interviews Mick Sullivan, a 66-year-old athlete who recently dominated the UTMB Trail Running World Championships in his age group. Despite a history of muscle and joint issues that plagued him for decades, Mick Sullivan overcame these challenges through a radical shift in his diet. We'll delve into: Mick Sullivan's inspiring journey: From early influences like Percy Cerutty's "Be Fit or Be Damned" to his struggles with chronic pain. The transformative power of the Carnivore diet: How it helped him overcome limitations and achieve peak athletic performance. Scientific insights: Mick Sullivan's unique perspective as...
2024-12-311h 07
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesOceans to Cross with Tori Murden-McClureEpisode 101 tells the story of Tori Murden-McClure's solo row across the Atlantic Ocean. In addition to her story, hear her speak with Mick on the 25th anniversary of her successful solo crossing.Learn more about Tori in her book, "A Pearl in the Storm," or from the Audible recording of Dawn Landes's musical, Row: https://www.amazon.com/Row/dp/B091QB7SMSOr hear Dawn's album of the same name, based on Tori's story here: https://dawnlandesofficial.bandcamp.com/album/row
2024-12-2952 min
The Midpacker Podcast#62 Mick Sullivan | Great Grand Masters UTMB Champion, Running Ultras in your 60's, & Living An Enduring LifeThe MidPacker Pod is part of the Freetrail network of Podcasts.
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2024-12-171h 30
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesBone Wars and The Ghost Town RhyoliteOur 99th Episode!This episode features the narration talents of musician Will Oldham, also known as Bonnie Prince Billy. Will tells the story of Rhyolite, a town once founded in Death Valley after the discovery of gold by Frank "Shorty" Harris. Today it is a ghost town.But first, Mick tells the story of the Bone Wars, when Othniel Charles Marsh and Edward Drinker Cope should have gotten along, but didn't. Still, they made some major paleontology and dinosaur discoveries.Stories written by Mick Sullivan, with editorial...
2024-10-3036 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesI Scream for Ice CreamEpisode 97 is all about ice cream. Eat it anytime of year - it's a treat that we might take for granted today. It used to be expensive, impossible, or potentially dangerous. From George Washington to Edmund Albius to Nancy Johnson to the Hokey Pokey Man, the stories around ice cream are richer than double chocolate chunk.Written, edited, and produced by Mick Sullivan. Original music by Mick Sullivan
2024-08-3130 min
Way of Champions Podcast$389 Neill Collins, Former Barnsley and Tampa Bay Rowdies Manager, on Building Relationships, Trust, Values, and Taking the Long View in a Short Term Focused EnvironmentNeill Collins is a former professional soccer player, with nearly 600 appearances across clubs such as Sunderland, Leeds, Wolves, Sheffield United, and the Tampa Bay Rowdies. As a player he won promotion to the English Premier League with both Wolves and Sunderland, and played under managers such as Roy Keane and Mick McCarthy. In 2018 he became head coach of the Rowdies, and during his tenure reached two USL Championship Final games and was named USL Championship coach of the year. In 2023 he left to manage Barnsley in League One, and was in a 5th place promotion playoff spot when he...
2024-08-091h 16
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesThe Meatshower Part Two (Electric Burgoo)In The Meatshower Part 2 (Electric Burgoo) the saga continues. Originally we aired a segment in 2019 to coincide with Mick's book "The Meatshower: The Mostly True Tale of an Odd and (Somewhat) Edible Occurrence," and since then, new information has come to light.A man named Frank Reiser has come into possession of a new specimen from the unusual 1876 phenomenon. We have an exclusive interview with Frank, and share the story of how he found it, what it means, and what we can learn from it.Also included in this episode is The Meatshower Part 1...
2024-03-0233 min
Big Little Small TalkMick AtzeniMick Atzeni has always loved birds. From a very young age he was fascinated by them. He is the President of the Toowoomba Bird Observers and his enthusiasm and wonder at these magnificent creatures is infectious. Listen as Mick talks local, national and global birds….he’ll have you reaching for the binoculars before the podcast is finished.
2024-02-0153 min
The Perks Of Being A Book Lover PodcastS10:Ep205 - 2023 Year in Review - 1/17/24Website - www.perksofbeingabooklover.com.
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Books Mentioned in this Episode:
1- Paddling North by Audrey Sutherland (Rec by Ritu Mukerji)
2- Buddenbrooks by Thomas Mann (Rec by Anna Pitoniak)
3- The Creative Act by Rick Rubin (Rec by Anna Pitoniak)
4- Working by Robert Caro (Rec by Rachel M. Harper)
5- The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida by Shehan Karunatilaka (R...
2024-01-171h 01
Get Lost In A Full Audiobook That Is Simply Ground-Breaking.Breathing in Reverse by Densie WebbPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/697590to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Breathing in Reverse
Author: Densie Webb
Narrator: Aven Shore
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 8 hours 16 minutes
Release date: September 19, 2023
Genres: Contemporary Women
Publisher's Summary:
A chance encounter with a celebrity, an impromptu video, and a shiny new espresso machine all added up to a juicy tale for Rachael Allen to share with friends. But when her best friend posts the video online without her knowledge, Rachael begins receiving bizarre threats from an obsessed fan. Mick Sullivan, the star in her video, offers to help. Despite his fame and reputation as...
2023-09-198h 16Embark On A Sensational Full Audiobook On Your Commute.Breathing in Reverse by Densie WebbPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/697590to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Breathing in Reverse
Author: Densie Webb
Narrator: Aven Shore
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 8 hours 16 minutes
Release date: September 19, 2023
Genres: Modern
Publisher's Summary:
A chance encounter with a celebrity, an impromptu video, and a shiny new espresso machine all added up to a juicy tale for Rachael Allen to share with friends. But when her best friend posts the video online without her knowledge, Rachael begins receiving bizarre threats from an obsessed fan. Mick Sullivan, the star in her video, offers to help. Despite his fame and reputation as a...
2023-09-198h 16
Get New Full Audiobooks in Romance, ModernBreathing in Reverse by Densie WebbPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/697590 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Breathing in Reverse Author: Densie Webb Narrator: Aven Shore Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 8 hours 16 minutes Release date: September 19, 2023 Genres: Modern Publisher's Summary: A chance encounter with a celebrity, an impromptu video, and a shiny new espresso machine all added up to a juicy tale for Rachael Allen to share with friends. But when her best friend posts the video online without her knowledge, Rachael begins receiving bizarre threats from an obsessed fan. Mick Sullivan, the star in her video, offers to help. Despite his fame and reputation as...
2023-09-1930 minGet New Full Audiobooks in Romance, ModernBreathing in Reverse by Densie WebbPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/697590to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Breathing in Reverse
Author: Densie Webb
Narrator: Aven Shore
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 8 hours 16 minutes
Release date: September 19, 2023
Genres: Modern
Publisher's Summary:
A chance encounter with a celebrity, an impromptu video, and a shiny new espresso machine all added up to a juicy tale for Rachael Allen to share with friends. But when her best friend posts the video online without her knowledge, Rachael begins receiving bizarre threats from an obsessed fan. Mick Sullivan, the star in her video, offers to help. Despite his fame and reputation as a...
2023-09-198h 16
Find Best-Selling Full Audiobooks in Fiction, Contemporary WomenBreathing in Reverse by Densie WebbPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/697590 to listen full audiobooks. Title: Breathing in Reverse Author: Densie Webb Narrator: Aven Shore Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 8 hours 16 minutes Release date: September 19, 2023 Genres: Contemporary Women Publisher's Summary: A chance encounter with a celebrity, an impromptu video, and a shiny new espresso machine all added up to a juicy tale for Rachael Allen to share with friends. But when her best friend posts the video online without her knowledge, Rachael begins receiving bizarre threats from an obsessed fan. Mick Sullivan, the star in her video, offers to help. Despite his fame and reputation...
2023-09-1930 minFind Best-Selling Full Audiobooks in Fiction, Contemporary WomenBreathing in Reverse by Densie WebbPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/697590to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Breathing in Reverse
Author: Densie Webb
Narrator: Aven Shore
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 8 hours 16 minutes
Release date: September 19, 2023
Genres: Contemporary Women
Publisher's Summary:
A chance encounter with a celebrity, an impromptu video, and a shiny new espresso machine all added up to a juicy tale for Rachael Allen to share with friends. But when her best friend posts the video online without her knowledge, Rachael begins receiving bizarre threats from an obsessed fan. Mick Sullivan, the star in her video, offers to help. Despite his fame and reputation as...
2023-09-198h 16
The Perks Of Being A Book Lover PodcastPerks Remix Ep. 186 - The Past and the Curious with Guest Mick Sullivan - 8/30/23This week we are giving you something we are calling a "remix" episode. We have a new interview with former guest Mick Sullivan combined with some of his previous interview way back in 2019.
Amy is traveling this week so we’ve reconnected with former guest Mick Sullivan, who is the curator of guest experience at the Frazier History Museum and is also the creator of the award winning children's history podcast, The Past and the Curious, which grew out of the stories he tells people at the museum. His quirky combo of humor and music keeps both ki...
2023-08-301h 00
The MickMcDermott PodcastSeason 1, Episode 6 - Shane O'Sullivan - the power of the mind, overcoming limiting beliefs and much moreWelcome back to the Mick McDermott Podcast Todays guest is Shane O'Sullivan Shane is from Waterford and is performance Psychology consultant and is the owner of Inspiring excellence where they work along side businesses and high performing clients to overcome challenges and maximise their performance We speak a lot about shane's personal and professional experience. He lets us into the secrets of what it takes to make life changing decisions and the role our mind plays in this change There is so much gold in this episode, give it a lis...
2023-08-1857 min
UnspookableThe Kentucky Meat Shower with Mick Sullivan of The Past and The CuriousIf you are a regular Unspookable listener, we can only guess that, like the Unspookable team, you too are a big fan of mysteries; mysteries like “Does the Loch Ness monster exist?”, “Is there such a thing as ghosts?” or “Has it ever rained meat?” You might be surprised by the answer to that last question as we invite special guest Mick Sullivan (The Past and the Curious) to tell us about The Kentucky Meat Shower of 1876.Special thanks to this week's guest, Mick Sullivan, host of The Past and the Curious. To find out more about...
2023-06-2114 min
Shattered LivesBusting Christy Kinahan, Dublin Narcos and policing the Hutch-Kinahan feud: Former Assistant Garda Commissioner Mick O'Sullivan on the war on drugsFormer Assistant Garda Commissioner Mick O'Sullivan joins Michael O'Toole on Shattered Lives today.We discuss a storied career that saw him help revolutionise tackling heroin in Dublin, the emergence of the Kinahan cartel and the future of the war on drugs.We also look at the new series of 'Dublin Narcos' which beings on 5th March on Sky Crime.Shattered Lives is produced for Reach Ireland by Ciaran Bradley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-02-2847 min
The Manufacturing ExecutiveLeading by Empowering Your PeopleSome of the best conversations we have on this show are with Presidents and CEOs leading midsize American manufacturing companies. Listen in as our guest provides his insights into running a company that is a leader in innovative tooling and casting solutions. Mick North is the President and CEO of Anderson Global Inc., a full-service supplier for the design and build of complex foundry tooling. In this episode, Mick talks about his experiences leading a midsize American manufacturing company. Join us as we discuss:...
2023-02-1435 min
What If World - Stories for KidsPeter asks: What if grownups wore diapers and kids wore underwear? (w/ Mick Sullivan)Mick Sullivan visits What If World—or should we say, Cthunkle Land? Can Mick endure the many strange rides of the cephalopod-themed amusement park, all while wearing a diaper…Lessons include: Originality isn’t about doing something entirely new, it’s about working your own passion and identity into the things you create.This week, we’re celebrating I See Lincoln's Underpants, a wonderfully fun and informative history book from Mick Sullivan, host of the acclaimed history podcast The Past and the Curious. Learn about some of history's most intriguing figures, and how underpants played a role in t...
2023-02-0627 min
Mick Williams' Cyber-LineVideo Bob Interviews at CES 2023Six CES Interviews: Enjoy CES interviews with Video Bob! First interview Video Bob interviews TORRAS Coolify creator Mike Ling. Then the second interview with Core Body Temp Monitoring Solution by greenTEG Jacob Huber. Third interview with Jim Sullivan of American Printing House For the Blind. Fourth interview with Sarah Menz of Rachio. Fifth interview Dr. Nom Sapienze of Eyeque Home Eye Test. Sixth interview with Corey Katz of Olive Diagnostics.Be sure to like and subscribe to our social media pages. https://www.facebook.com/cyberlinenet/ https://twitter.com/cyberlineusa ...
2023-01-1820 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesRufus vs. PoeEpisode 72: Edgar Allan Poe is about as famous as an author can be, but that might be owed largely to Rufus Wilmot Griswold. Rufus didn't really like Poe and wrote a scathing obituary and biography on the man, creating the dark figure many of us think Poe to be. In addition the story of Poe and Rufus, Mick does a dramatic reading of "The Raven" a poem which made Edgar Allan Poe a literary superstar.
2022-10-2731 min
Paddling The Blue Podcast#69 - Kevin O’Sullivan - Around Ireland the Long WayToday I am joined by Kevin O’Sullivan. I was introduced to Kevin by Mick O’Meara. If you recall, Mick joined me for episode 35 where he shared the story of his record setting 23 day circumnavigation of Ireland. Kevin’s story is similar, but very different. While both Mick and Kevin are part of the brotherhood of those who have circled the Emerald Isle, Kevin’s journey spanned 915 days. You heard that right, now you get to hear the whole story.
Before we get to Kevin’s story, if you’re a long time listener, thank you. If you’re a new...
2022-09-1247 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesUnderwear Chronicles Ten: Queen VictoriaFrom Mick's upcoming book (end of 2022) "I See Lincoln's Underpants," this chapter focuses on Queen Victoria's life, preferred underwear, and also a pesky boy who takes to breaking and entering in Buckingham Palace.
2022-08-1716 min
OTB's Saturday PanelDUBLIN MARATHON | Tips and advice - Sonia O'Sullivan, Catherina McKiernan, Mick Clohisey, Kieran CuddihyWith just over two months to go until the Dublin Marathon in October, we decided on this week's Saturday Panel we'd get some top tips and advice from some 26.2 mile experts!
Sonia O'Sullivan, Catherina McKiernan and Mick Clohisey all joined John Duggan, along with Newstalk's own Kieran Cuddihy who is running the race this year in aid of the Irish Cancer Society.
2022-08-1236 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEpisode 69 Sled Dogs (A Mashup Special)A special mashup with our friends from Cool Facts About Animals. Mick tells the tale of the Great Serum Run of 1925 in two parts. When a Diphtheria epidemic threatens the small and far-off town of Nome Alaska, the only hope to get medicine to the sick is dogs. Many help, but two Siberian Huskies named Togo and Balto are most remembered by history. In between part one and part two of the story, the crew from Cool Facts About Animals shares ten interesting facts about sled dogs.
2022-07-3039 min
Death By DVDA word on The Thing 40th Anniversary, Mick Garris & MoreThis episode of DEATH BY DVD is a surprise! John Carpenter's classic 1982 THE THING was re-released into select theaters JUNE 19th and 22th of 2022 and we have some things to say about it, as well addressing master of horror MICK GARRIS statement on the sorry display FATHOM events put on! The Death By DVD SENTINEL remix theme by LINUS FITNESS-CENTREDEATH BY DVD PRESENTS : WHO SHOT HANK? The first of its kind (On this show, at least) an all original narrative audio drama exploring the murder of this shows very host, HANK THE W...
2022-06-2125 min
Commercial Roofing Radio3. Dave Sullivan | The Roofing Riches Are in the NichesNick catches up with Dave Sullivan, host of the Roofer Show. Straight out of college, Dave Sullivan stepped in to run his father’s roofing company. With success on the commercial side, he built one of Northern California’s best Roofing and Construction firms with over 100 employees. Now, he’s the host of a podcast with over 275 episodes, in addition to consulting other roofer contractors on building a profitable business.
2022-05-2549 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEpisode 64: Oh, So Many Birds!Eugene Schieffelin filled American skies with Starlings, who replaced the Passenger Pigeons that once (literally) darkened the skies. John James Audubon's obsession helped him create a very expensive book. This episode is about birds, and a whole lot more. Featuring Greg and Abigail Maupin, Mick Sullivan and that's about it.
2022-01-3033 min
Mental Health MondayEp 230: Conversion Therapy: Investigation for Hits Radio Pride
WARNING - ***This week's episode includes first hand accounts of men sharing their experience of, or description of, invasive aversion therapy***
This week, Mick is presenting some of the findings from Hits Radio Pride's investigation into conversion therapy.
UPDATE: Since recording, the government consultation has been extended until Feb 2022.
Mick has been teaming up with HRP colleagues to take a deep dive into the issue ahead of the government's conversion therapy consultation coming to an end.
The government intends to introduce laws that will prevent people offering services that claim to change...
2021-12-1325 min
NAAFI BreakNAAFI Break with Omnia Mind - Resetting and rediscovering the passion and purposeThis week we talk to two former RAF Physical Training Instructors, Mick Murphy, who I served with in the 90s and Phil Quirk, who have 3 Transition stories between them! That’s just greedy!Charting the ups and downs of their own personal journeys and how they have had a reset over the past 18 months of Covid.Another opportunity to uncover the mindset, the insights and the inspiration behind another post service success.Imagination + Innovation =Organisational TransformationOmnia Mind was created from a deep belief and passion that given the ri...
2021-12-1250 min
The Storying ProjectMick Sullivan - With empathy comes connection.Mick Sullivan wears many hats and has many passions. He is the creator and host of The Past and The Curious, a delightful history podcast for kids and families, among many other endeavors. But if you ask Mick, he is first and foremost a musician, having played in several successful jazz and folk bands. This life of music mixed with his deep appreciation for history is at the foundation of this conversation - and the sense that so much of the disconnect in modern life can be bridged through empathy. Head over to Sparkle Stories to listen t...
2021-11-0345 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEpisode 61: A Queen and Some WitchesMarina Raskova set world flying records, survived an epic plane crash, and was a trailblazer for generations of female pilots in Russia. With her help, The Night Witches became the most feared fliers of World War 2. Adelaide Herrmann was The Queen of Magic. Both with her husband Alexander and on her own, she amazed audiences with a special kind of magic. Featuring the voices of Greg and Abigail Maupin. All music, writing, production by Mick Sullivan,
2021-10-2832 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEpisode 60 Big Ideas: Professor TSC Lowe and John Cleves Symmes JrProfessor TSC Lowe (who was not a professor at all) had visions for a transatlantic balloon flight. He never succeeded in that but he did wind up as the Chief Aeronaut of the Balloon Corps during the American Civil War. His vision laid the ground work for Ferdinand Von Zeppelin’s later accomplishments. John Cleves Symmes Jr. popularized a theory known as the Hollow Earth Theory. He believed that the earth was hollow and contained other habitable worlds. Was he right? He was worse than right. He was wrong. All music, as usual, by Mick Sullivan. The writing and vo...
2021-09-2934 min
Mick and the PhatMan Talking MusicAnd Then There Were Five: Genesis at their bestSend us a message, so we know what you're thinking!Genesis, Selling England by the Pound, The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway, Ramones, Mr Mercedes, Rick Rubin, Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins, Steve Hackett, Bowie, Elton John, Brian EnoWelcome to Episode 15.Mick and P. have moved to Byron Bay, where they are social distancing while trying out the local supply of avocadoes. Mick, 's been listening to the soundtrack of “Mr. Mercedes”, produced by Stephen King, who's big on music! Mick finds it hilarious that a song about one King...
2021-08-211h 03Mick and the PhatMan Talking MusicAnd Then There Were Five: Genesis at their bestSend us a message, so we know what you're thinking!Genesis, Selling England by the Pound, The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway, Ramones, Mr Mercedes, Rick Rubin, Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins, Steve Hackett, Bowie, Elton John, Brian EnoWelcome to Episode 15.Mick and P. have moved to Byron Bay, where they are social distancing while trying out the local supply of avocadoes. Mick, 's been listening to the soundtrack of “Mr. Mercedes”, produced by Stephen King, who's big on music! Mick finds it hilarious that a song about one King...
2021-08-211h 03
All Things Madison podcastAll Things Madison, Episode 26: The Meat Shower with Kid's Listen's Mick SullivanHave you ever heard of the Kentucky meat shower? Yes, it's a real thing and it really happened and our guest this week wrote a book about it. This week's guest, Mick Sullivan, is an author, kid's podcaster, musician, and co-chair of the very popular Kids Listen organization and app. Mr. Sullivan shares what it's like to work at an art museum as well as create cool podcasts. Also, we have just released our Summer Reading List! Join other readers from around the globe who will work to read as many books as they can on the l...
2021-07-0525 min
Feedback with EarBuds: The Podcast Recommendation PodcastMagical Stories & a Chat with Mick Sullivan of Kids ListenWelcome to Feedback with EarBuds, the podcast recommendation podcast. Our newsletter brings you five podcast recommendations each week according to a theme, and curated by a different person. Our podcast is an audio version of the newsletter.Subscribe to the newsletter: eepurl.com/cIcBuHThis week's theme Magical Stories. It comes to us from Steve French. French is a voice actor and a storyteller! On this podcast, you'll hear about our curator, the episodes they chose, our podcast spotlight of the week, and more. Starting next week, we'll also include an interview with a...
2021-03-2124 min
Seamus Healy's Audio ArchiveSeamus Healy sings The bold Glenflesk boy(Mick Cud o Sullivan)Seamus Healy sings The bold Glenflesk boy(Mick Cud o Sullivan)
2021-03-2103 min
Taskmaster Talks with Kevin SullivanEpisode 30 - Cactus Jack/Mick FoleyOn the 30th episode of Taskmaster Talks with Kevin Sullivan, we are diving deep into Cactus Jack aka Mick Foley. Host John Poz and Kevin will discuss Foley's impact on WCW, why Kevin liked him so much, how big of a star he was, and how Foley left WCW. We'll talk about Vader, The Nasty Boys, winning the WCW World Tag team titles, Foley killing WCW with his title win, Foley's legacy and so much more! Other podcasts weren’t there! Lets clean up the fantasy b*llshit, with real Facts and real stories.Support Taskmaster Talks by...
2021-02-041h 06
The Players Podcast AustraliaEpisode 25 - Elodie O'SullivanOn this episode of The Players Pod Mick & Jez get to chat with Australian Emeralds Outfielder, Elodie O'Sullivan!
Them boys get to know Elodie and hear all about her road to the Australian Womens Team as well as a deep dive into the mental side of the game and what kind of approach both Elodie & Mick take come game time.
Jez breaks down all of the news from around the league and covers a massive weekend of ABL action.
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2021-02-021h 02
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEpisode 52 Food FightThe Oyster Pirates of the Chesapeake Bay contend with the Toe Nail Governor and his mission to protect the oysters from extinction. A few years later, a new Food Fight erupts in middle America. This one is about Limburger Cheese and the Postal System. It ends with a stinky sniffing duel. Music, writing, and production by Mick Sullivan "Sweet Dreams" by Squeeze-bot
2021-01-2630 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEpisode 50: Let's Dance!Maria Tallchief was a member of the Osage nation who happened to become the first major American ballet dancer. Her story is read by Ashley Thursby, a dancer with The Louisville Ballet. The Dancing Plague of 1518 began when Frau Troffea stepped out of her home and started dancing. For months, hundred of people danced along with her - for no discernible reason. All this and more when you join host Mick Sullivan for the fun.
2020-11-2934 min
Bragging Rights Fantasy Football PodcastWeek 6 - Opponent Reviews and Playoff PredictionsThis week I was joined by two special guests from the league, Mitch Johns and Mick Tierney. In this episode, we take a look at the updated Power Rankings as voted by the league, we read out the blurbs submitted by opposing GMs ahead of the upcoming round, and introduce a new segment called predicting the playoff picture ahead. I hope you enjoy the episode and have us much fun listening to it as we did recording it.
2020-10-2235 min
96fm The ScoreMick O'Brien pays tribute to Cork Boxing great Tim O'SullivanMick O'Brien pays tribute to Cork Boxing great Tim O'Sullivan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-10-1806 min
Before The StreamThe Presidents Of The United States Of America: S/T, with Mick SullivanDo ear worms live in peaches? Podcaster, musician, and author Mick Sullivan (thepastandthecurious.com) joins host Jason Bemis Lawrence to examine the 1995 self-titled debut album by The Presidents Of The United States Of America, and so much more. Is this album children's music? Is it sexually explicit at times? Is it just a good time that doesn't require much analysis? The longtime friends discuss a broad array of topics. Please subscribe, rate and review Email: beforethestreampodcast@gmail.com Twitter/IG: beforethestream
2020-09-291h 39
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEpisode 46 Deliveries!Mary Fields was known as Stagecoach Mary, and her story is one of the great tales of the West. Likewise, Owney the dog, always captures the imagination. Michael Fleming, reads the story of Owney, and Melly Victor of Stoopkids Stories joins us as Stagecoach Mary. Stories written by Mick Sullivan
2020-07-2835 min
The Perks Of Being A Book Lover PodcastRePlay Ep. 27 A "Meat" and Greet with the Past with Mick Sullivan 7-22-20Carrie and I are still on vacation this week but you can find us with all new interviews and episodes August 5. But Today we have a replay of our interview with Mick Sullivan. Mick is a friend of the show. He helped us begin our adventure in broadcasting and podcasting by giving us the tools and the confidence to get started. He is the creator of the award winning children’s history podcast, The Past and the Curious, which was recently named by the New York Times as one of the best children’s podcasts. In this time of quar...
2020-07-2258 min
Peíl Adore GAA Football PodcastMick and Mc's GAA Football Podcast #9 With Anton Sullivan and Shairoze AkramMick and John had two great chats with Offaly Footballer Anton Sullivan and up and coming Mayo star Shairoze Akram. Anton spoke about the club set up in Offaly, upcoming championship, John Maughan and the state of football in Offaly over the last few years. Shairoze spoke openly about his move from Pakistan to Ireland, racism in GAA and his hopes to break into the senior Mayo set up.
2020-07-171h 01
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEpisode 44: Freight TrainElizabeth Cotten became a music star pretty late in her life. In fact, she was a grandmother. But when she was 11 she wrote a song that made it's way across the ocean and was learned by a band called The Quarrymen, who later became The Beatles. Enjoy the story of both, along with Mick's performance of "Freight Train" and more!
2020-05-2931 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEpisode 42: Bears!Join Mick Sullivan for a story about the first bear in Theodore Roosevelt's life, a bear named Jonathan Edwards, and then the second bear in his life - one which gave rise to a cuddly creature in your bedroom. Then Hugh McNeal, a man joining Lewis and Clark gets treed by an angry bear and plays a boring game of chicken. All this, and Dr. Rush's Thunderclapper Pills
2020-04-1531 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEpisode 40 Robert Smalls And BasketballsThe Harlem Globetrotters were more than a show. They were an incredible barnstorming team who helped integrate the NBA. Told by Mick Sullivan with help from Dustin Baron Robert Smalls was responsible for one of the most daring escapes during the Civil War, helped convince Lincoln that African Americans should be allowed to serve as Union soldiers, and ultimately was an important politician. Told by Jermaine Fowler of the Humanity Archive (www.thehumanityarchive.com) All this and more!
2020-02-2030 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEpisode 39 The Astronomer and the PhotographerEadweard Muybridge made history with his photos, including one of a running horse. It's more interesting than it sounds.
Tycho Brahe lost his nose, but made some wild discoveries about our solar system - before he could even get a telescope.
Mick performs his version of Tico Tico, which he calls "Tycho Tycho."
All this and more in this funny episode of The Past and The Curious!
2020-01-2532 min
The Perks Of Being A Book Lover PodcastEp. 27 A "Meat" and Greet with the Past with Mick Sullivan 12-4-19~0Our guest today is a history buff who has taken his interest in the past to a whole new level. Mick Sullivan is a history educator at the Frazier History Museum and is in charge of their youth and family programs. But he is also the creator of the children’s history podcast, The Past and the Curious, which Common Sense Media lists as one of the best podcasts for kids. His quirky combo of humor and music keeps both kids and adults interested and sneaks in a little history in the process. His podcast includes a bit of an...
2019-12-0458 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEpisode 36 Mechanical Monsters!Mary Shelley didn't just create one of the most memorable characters and important books in history, she also pretty-much invented science fiction. Heather Gotlib tells her original story on the author of Frankenstein. Have you ever heard about the chess playing robot that beat Napoleon in chess? The automaton shocked the world in many ways! written and told by Mick Sullivan All this and more!
2019-10-2927 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEpisode 35: Polymaths!A polymath is a person of wide ranging knowledge or ability, and in this episode we're telling the stories of two unsung polymaths. Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de St. Georges, was a world class fencer, composer, conductor and musician who spent time in the royal courts of France and tutored Marie Antoinette. He was also the son of an enslaved woman. Ziryab is a mysterious man from medieval Spain, when Muslim culture dominated the area. He was a musician, scholar, and pioneer of food and fashion. Pretty much a rock star before rock stars were a thing. You'll hear Ms...
2019-09-2634 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesSpecial Episode Otzi and Tumble!We’re sharing this special episode with our friends from Tumble, A Science Podcast for Kids. First you’ll hear Mick’s telling of the discovery and disagreement about Otzi the Iceman. Then we turn it over to Lindsay and Marshall from Tumble for a story they produced called Underground Astronauts. Enjoy!
2019-09-0629 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEpisode 34: Museum Tales!Isabella Stewart Gardner was a very unusual lady who created an incredible museum in Boston. Unfortunately some of her paintings have gone missing. Charles Wilson Peale painted people, but he also created America's first museum - right upstairs from where they signed the Declaration of Independence. Also features Quiztime, You Have 30 Seconds, "All of Me" and more. Written and produced by Mick Sullivan. Isabella's story read by Jason Lawrence.
2019-08-1429 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEpisode 33: Prairie Dogs and Animal BandsMick Sullivan tells a story of the Prairie Dog who wound up on the Lewis and Clark Journey and had one of the most eventful lives imaginable. Heather Funk tells her story about the popular cartoon "Bremenskie Muzykanty" which infuriated the government of the Soviet Union, but captured the imagination of its people and introduced many of them to Rock and Roll. Also features the gang from our podcast pals "Cool Facts about Animals," and music from Da Da Da and the Dinos!
2019-06-2033 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEpisode 32: Strange ThingsThe long awaited episode to coincide with the release of our book "The Meatshower!" Mr. Eric from What If World tells he's tory of Boston's Great Molasses Disaster and Mick Sullivan tells the story of the Kentucky Meatshower of 1876. To purchase the book visit www.earlyworkspress.com/shop
2019-05-1632 min
What If World - Stories for KidsWilliam asks: What if eagles ate too much meat? (w/ Mick Sullivan)Mick Sullivan, host of the popular kids history show The Past and the Curious, helps us tell a totally fictitious tale inspired by actual history… or at least historical speculation. All aboard the Ice Cream Train for a delightful frozen treat!
If you enjoyed Mick Sullivan’s guest appearance, find out more about his new book, The Meathshower, and his history podcast for kids, The Past and the Curious.
Lessons include: enjoy your favorite things in moderation; hasty fixes can lead to more problems
Join our Patreon for Ad-Free stories, a Shout-Out on the s...
2019-05-1321 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEp. 31 April Fooling!It's Kids Listen Sweeps Month and we're joining the April Fool's fun (though pretty late). This episode features Heather Gotlib's original story of the real-life, classic prank called the Berner's Street Hoax, in which an unsuspecting family's home becomes the most popular destination in London. Also featured is Mick Sullivan's telling of Count Fortsas Book Hoax, which began with rare book collectors receiving notice of an incredible auction. Spoiler Alert: not what they think. Also "Deed I Do," Quiztime, and "You Have 30 Seconds!" Want more April Fool's fun? Check out our Kids Listen pals Composer Dad and What If...
2019-04-0931 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEp. 30 Underwater!Celebrate the big 3-0 with us as we head underwater. Brian West tells the story of Garrett Morgan, an inventor and brave man who created some really important things which are still around today. Mick Sullivan tells the story of Ezra Lee and the the long lost 18th Century submarine known as the Turtle. Also features a visit from Dr. Awkward, the Palindrome professor, quiz time and more info about our new book, The Meatshower.
2019-03-1936 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEp. 28: Trains And Movies!In this episode, Mr. Eric of What If World joins us to share the story of early moving pictures, including an often told (but probably untrue) story of the first train on film. The Lumiere Brothers revolutionized our world, find out why!
Also, funny man Buster Keaton did some amazing things in his life, but nothing quite like a spectacular train crash that was the most expensive scene of the Silent Film Era.
We debut our new "You Have 30 Seconds" segment with the help of our young friend Lucy, and Mick sings "Bringing in The Georgia Mail."
And Quiz Time!
2019-01-1428 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEp. 26: Lily May, Clara, and LeonThe people of the late 1930's saw some fun music made by some remarkable women.
Lily May Ledford and her band from Pinchem Tight Holler, KY (YEOW!!) play for President Roosevelt, First Lady Eleanor and the King and Queen of England. She almost hugs the queen.
Clara Rockmore almost gives up music entirely until she meets Leon Theremin and literally writes the book on a new instrument.
Featuring the voices of Julia Purcell, Mick Sullivan and sounds by Todd Hildreth.
2018-11-0726 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEp. 25: Fakes And Frauds!Some people just can't be honest, and some try to pass off something phony as something real. This episode is about a would-be Shakespeare named William Henry Ireland, and a gang of body snatchers who try to pilfer a president's dead body - gross!
Featuring Rhea Pechter, Jonathan Messinger, and more. Written and produced by Mick Sullivan.
2018-10-0830 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEp. 24: Shipwrecks! Ida Lewis, Marquis de Lafayette, Sail Away LadiesJoin host Mick Sullivan and friend Hanna Zimmerman of Locust Grove as we share the stories of Marquis de Lafayette's steamboat shipwreck, and Rhode Island lifesaver Ida Lewis. Also features a performance of the song "Sail Away Ladies," Quiztime and more!
2018-09-0628 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEp. 22: Play Ball! Jackie Mitchell, Moe Berg, Summertime and moreYou don't have to like baseball to like this episode!
First, Kelly Moore shares the story of Jackie Mitchell, a young woman who struck out both Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig.
Next, Bailey Mazik of the Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory sheds some light on the baseball playing spy, Moe Berg.
Amber Estes Thieneman and Mick Sullivan perform "Summertime," plus a summery quiz-time!
Episode written and produced by Mick Sullivan
2018-06-1325 min
Good Stuff KidsEpisode #131 – Mick Sullivan (The Past and The Curious) / Steve Denyes Returns!Get the scoop behind the podcast with the greatest name and it's creator, Mick Sullivan! Mick produces the outstanding The Past and The Curious podcast which is all about history and is designed for kids. We talked about music, the podcast, and Louisville among other subjects. Be sure to check out Mick's podcast and our other friends at kidslisten.org Follow the Hashtag #kidslistensummer to see what all of your favorite family friendly shows are up to!
It was great to catch up with Steve Denyes from Hullabaloo who has recently released a new record called '20 song...
2018-05-2442 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEp. 21: Journeys! Horatio and Bud, John Ledyard and more!The history podcast for kids and adults joins the Kids Listen Sweeps party and tells two stories about two great adventures. Melinda Beck tells the tale of Horatio Jackson and the first drive across the country (and his dog Bud), while Will Oldham/Bonnie Prince Billy shares the story of John Ledyard - who would've made it around the globe if it wasn't for that touchy queen, Catherine the Great.
Also features quiz time and a performance of "Long Journey Home" by Mick Sullivan. Stories written by Mick Sullivan. Someone hire him to write stuff, please.
2018-05-2126 min
What If World - Stories for KidsKatelyn asks: What if Alexander Hamilton was vampire? (w/Mick Sullivan)Have you heard the latest Oddway hit, Vampirton? It’s a super fresh collabo between Mr. Eric and Mick Sullivan of The Past and the Curious! Okay, okay, it’s not a musical, but stick around to the end of the story... And Lin Manuel Miranda, eat your heart out! 100% kidding, we’re not worthy.
Lessons include: people are easily distracted by cuteness and hilarity, but patience and loyalty are what make lasting friends; you shouldn’t have to imitate others in order to earn approval
Join our Patreon for Ad-Free stories, a Shout-Out on the show...
2018-04-0925 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEp. 20: Bridges - Emily Roebling, Sonny Rollins and more!Join us for two tales connected by bridges. First, Emily Roebling winds up as a lead engineer in the building of the Brooklyn Bridge, the first American woman to find herself in such a position.
Second, Sonny Rollins, one fo the greatest saxophonists in history isn't happy with his playing, despite the fame he receives. His days on a bridge change his life.
Also quiz time, and a new segment with Dr. Awkward, the Palindrome Professor.
Featuring Mick Sullivan, Meg Samples, Graeme Gardiner, and Lani Powers.
2018-04-0630 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEp.19 The Statue Of Liberty!The Statue of Liberty could have wound up in Egypt, Philadelphia, or the bottom of the ocean. Once she wound up in New York she had to wait for America to raise a lot of money - which they did in many different ways.
Four quick, funny, and poignant stories will fill you on on the history of the most American of Symbols.
Featuring Melinda Beck and Mr. Eric (What If World - Podcast)
"New Colossus" poem read by the Kids Listen Players:
Andrew and Polly (Ear Snacks)
Joey Mascio (ImagiNate)
Rebecca Weaver (Cozy Corner)
Chaska, Mirabel, Leilani and Brennan...
2018-03-0726 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEp. 16 Up In The Air!Have you ever heard about the time Amelia Earhart and Eleanor Roosevelt ducked out of a dinner to take a flight over Washington DC?
Or about how Bessie Coleman had to go all the way to France to learn how to fly an airplane because no one would teach her in America?
This episode also features the Fred Fischer and Alfred Bryan song from 1910, "Come Josephine In My Flying Machine," which is performed by Mick Sullivan and Suki Anderson.
"Bessie Coleman" read by Kelly Moore (featuring the voice of AJ Cornell)
"Amelia and Eleanor" read by Amber Estes-Thieneman
Production, music...
2017-12-0729 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEp. 15 Cartoons!Everyone loves cartoons! So we’re taking an unusual look at two big moments in cartoon history – when a vaudeville performer and comic-strip writer made animation history on a cold Chicago night, and also the time a cheeky political cartoonist brought down one of the most crooked politicians in history.
Gertie the Dinosaur and Winsor McCay read by Amber Estes-Thieneman
Thomas Nast and Boss Tweed read by Jason Lawrence
On the Sunny Side of the Street performed by Mick Sullivan
The Past and the Curious is a history podcast for kids, families and adults created by a professional museum educator with...
2017-11-0825 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesBonus Episode: Ghost Ships! A Kids Listen Halloween SweepHave you heard of the Mary Celeste? If you've heard of a ghost ship, this is probably the one. In 1872 it was found under sail in the Atlantic Ocean but with absolutely no one on board. What gives? And was this completely unique? It wasn't, but it is certainly the most famous case and we wanted to know more!
Also featuring and original performance of one of our favorite songs "Devil and the Deep Blue Sea," written by Harold Arlen and Ted Koehler in 1932. Mick Sullivan plays mandolin, guitar, banjo, washboard, bass harmonica and probably some other stuff too.
2017-10-2417 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEp. 14 Nature Pokers & Women of ScienceWomen of Science! Join us for some 19th Century STEM stories. Heather Funk tells you about Mary Anning and the origins of "She Sells Sea Shells." Mick Sullivan shares the story of Mary Somerville and the origin of the the word "scientist." Both ladies did remarkable things in the science world at a time when it was pretty uncommon. In addition, Squeeze-bot plays "She Blinded Me with Science," quiz time and more. From Kids Listen member, a History and Music Podcast for young and old alike!
2017-10-0628 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEp. 13 The CheesiestYour favorite history show for the whole family is back and we're bringing the cheese! First, Graham Shelby reads "Andrew Jackson's Big Cheese," while Mick Sullivan shares some fun stories of hardtack, followed by the Civil War parody song "Hard Tack Come Again No More." There's Quiztime, Music and more!
2017-09-0629 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEp. 12: Shaking Hands with PresidentsWhen Washington first became president, no one knew what to call him, and he certainly didn't want to shake EVERYONE'S hand. There were some growing pains in Presidential cordiality. Later, Lincoln wishes Jefferson never started the whole "handshake thing." Also, Quiztime and the old song "Lulu's Back in Town" Stories written and music performed by Mick Sullivan. Also featuring the voices of Chaska and Mirabel Power (from Book Power for Kids Podcast)
2017-08-0827 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEp. 11 Hittin' the Road: NiagaraIt's time for the July Kids Listen Sweep! This episode features the story of Annie Edson Taylor, who was the first person to successfully survive Niagara Falls in a barrel. Also, how'd they even start building the first suspension bridge over Niagara? You might be surprised. And if Cole Porter's song "Don't Fence Me In" doesn't make you feel like "Hittin' The Road," what will? Voices: Victoria Reibel and Mick Sullivan. All Music and Instruments: Mick Sullivan. Bad Ideas: Mick Sullivan Good Ideas: also, Mick Sullivan
2017-07-0622 min
Women of Substance Music Podcast Volume 1#632 Music by Deborah Berg, Melissa Robertson, Elaine Mahon, Mystics At Play, Sara P, Shannon Bryant, Susan Nikas, Caryn O’Sullivan, Mick CoreyTo get live links to the music we play and resources we offer, visit This show includes the following songs: Deborah Berg - Wild Melissa Robertson - Old House On That Hill Elaine Mahon - Reach for the Stars Mystics At Play - Mystics At Play Sara P - Drive Shannon Bryant - Kind Of Girl Susan Nikas - Secrets Caryn O'Sullivan - Blessed Not Broken Mick Corey - Get Your Rainbow On For Music Biz Resources Visit Visit our Sponsor I Heart Songwriting Club at: Visit our Sponsor Don Carnevaleat at: Visit our Sponsor Debbie Anthony at:
2017-06-1632 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEp. 10 Underwear: Washington and Charles Lee, Lincoln's Drawers and moreGeorge Washington's frenemy Charles Lee, who you might remember from Hamilton, gets caught in his skivvies, the guy who built the Brooklyn Bridge remembers seeing Abraham Lincoln's undies, Mick sings a song about long underwear and more. Produced by Mick Sullivan, read by Victoria Reibel and Jason Lawrence. "Long Handle Time" song by Homer and Jethro performed by Mick Sullivan.
2017-06-1327 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEp. 9 On The Move: Nelly Bly, Henry Box Brown, All Around this WorldNelly Bly decides to travel around the world in less than 80 days, much like Phileas Fogg, the fictional character from Jules Verne's "Around the Wolrd in 80 Days" Also Henry Brown escapes enslavement in a dramatic way, earning the nickname "Box" Brown, and he later finds a career on the stage. Also, musician Chris Rodahaffer (Will Oldham/Bonnie Prince Billy) joins us for the song "I've Been All Around This World." Created by Mick Sullivan. Readings by Victoria Reibel and Jason Lawrence. Oh Yeah, and Quiz Time!
2017-05-0929 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEp. 8: Magic? Mesmer, Fox Sisters, Robert-Houdin, I'll See you In My DreamsJoin host Mick Sullivan for some true tales of magic, or at least what appeared to be magic. Learn Franz Mesmer's gift to your vocabulary, hear about some young sisters who fooled America, and discover how a French Magician stopped a rebellion with his magic tricks. Along with Quiz Time you'll hear Tory Fisher, Brandon Johnson and Mick Sullivan perform "I'll See You In My Dreams." Mesmer and Fox sisters story written and read by Heather Funk; Houdin story written by Mick Sullivan and read by Victoria Reibel.
2017-04-1030 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEp. 7: Food Tales - Potatoes, Tomatoes, Ice Cream Cornucopias and Chicken PieThis episode is fast paced and broken into small bites! We’ve squeezed in THREE great stories along with a song and quiz time! Really packed it in there - like sausage in a casing! Victoria Reibel wonders, did George Crumb invent potato chips? Jason Lawrence imagines a delicious new way to eat ice cream at the 1904 World’s Fair in St. Louis. Food Network Star, Chef Damaris Phillips joins us for a fun story about everyone’s favorite red vegetable - or is it a fruit? Chris Rodahaffer and Rob Collier join host and creator Mick Sullivan for a fun...
2017-03-0931 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEp. 6 Heights: Ferris Wheel, Charles Blondin, East of the Sun and more!Episode 6 is all about Heights! Victoria Reibel reads a story about the time The Chicago World's Fair had to build something to top the Eiffel Tower. Jason Lawrence tells the tale of the the world's leading antebellum funambulist. The Tamerlane Trio performs "East of the Sun and West of the Moon" Episode written by Mick Sullivan. Steal it and you are lame.
2017-02-0825 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEp. 5 Birds: Moon Migration, Cher Ami, Cluck Old Hen and more!In honor of National Bird Day, this episode features some great bird stories from history. Victoria Reibel reads the story of Charles Morton, a man who tried to explain the mystery of bird migration with an otherworldly hypothesis. Jason Lawrence reads the tale of Cher Ami, one of the bravest little birds the world has ever known. Mick Sullivan performs the traditional folk song Cluck Old Hen. All this and more!
2017-01-0423 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEp. 4: Mail Tales: Pony Express, Air Powered Subway, and moreThe Pony Express lives in legend, but didn't last long. Find out what it took to be join the team. (read by Victoria Reibel) Alfred Ely Beach kept a secret from New York City and built a Pneumatic Subway underneath it in the 1800's! (read by Jason Lawrence) This episode also features an original performance of "I'm Gonna Sit Right Down and Write Myself a Letter." All of the instruments were played and overdubbed by Mick Sullivan.
2016-11-1230 min
The Past and The Curious: A History Podcast for Kids and FamiliesEp. 2: Barnum, Banvard, Paper Moon and moreVictoria Reibel tells the story of P.T. Barnum and an Egress. Also featured is the tale of John Banvard and his Mississippi Panorama, which was the longest painting in the world. The Tamerlane Trio performs their version of "It's Only a Paper Moon" (song recorded by Rob Collier) Quiztime and more! Written by Mick Sullivan - 2016
2016-10-1523 min
Amps & Axes PodcastAmps & Axes - #135 - Jon Sullivan - Sully GuitarsGreetings AaA fans. Welcome to the latest recurrence of the Amps and Axes Podcast. In this installment the guys start with a little recap of the Joe Louis Walker interview and some talk about a new little device Mick picked up from Gruv Gear. Then it's on to the guest of the week. His second time on the show, this time with info on a few new guitar models along with some guitar builder stories and histories, so take a break, or work, or drive, or sit, or have a drink, or whatever it is you do when you...
2016-07-0900 minAmps & Axes PodcastAmps & Axes - #120 - Quinn SullivanHello AaA Fans and welcome to the latest installment of your Amps and Axes Podcast. In this episode, Jeff and Mick discuss a couple of emails from you, the listeners. A big thank you for listening and for sharing your experiences with us. Then it's on to the guest of the week; a player who at the ripe old age of 6 was slingin' his six string on national television. Shortly after, blues legend Buddy Guy took him under his wing and they have performed together many times since. Please help us welcome, soon to be a blues legend himself...
2016-03-2600 minAmps & Axes PodcastAmps & Axes - #073 - Jon Sullivan of Sully GuitarsHello CastFans. In this episode of your Amps and Axes Podcast the guys start out with an interesting conversation; Do replacement players in established national acts have the right to say they're "In the band"? Hmmm. Then on to this week's guest. Guitar builder, player and guitar building instructor Jon Sullivan of Sully Guitars. Enjoy!
2015-04-2500 min
Listen to Your Favorite Audiobooks in Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Sci-Fi: Contemporary on Computers andImpetus Audiobook by Scott M SullivanPlease visit https://fashabooks.com/aff/fashabooks/1084 to download full audiobooks of your choice for free. Title: Impetus Author: Scott M Sullivan Narrator: Tristan Wright Format: Unabridged Length: 7 hrs and 20 mins Language: English Release date: 10-17-14 Publisher: Scott M Sullivan Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 17 votes Genres: Sci-Fi & Fantasy, Sci-Fi: Contemporary Publisher's Summary: When the world first heard about the meteorites, it was already too late. Ten arduous years later, Mick and his small group of eight had adapted to the new way of things. With no clean running water, power, or forms of communication, the Earth went backward, taking...
2014-10-1705 min
Shaken not StirredShaken not Stirred w Nathan Shields PT & Stacy Sullivan PTNathan Shields and Stacy Sullivan are Physical therapist experienced in neuro and ortho rehab. Taking a positive attitude w a chronic disease
2013-10-311h 31