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The People Make the PlacesFour countries in EuropeIn Episode 17, my wife, Gena, her daughter Sarena and I explore in Europe with some side work stops for me. My work colleagues and friends were the highlights on this trip including Mike Busboom in Vienna who I hadn’t seen for 20 years.
The People Make the Places podcast shares the complexity of traveling, especially as a blind person, something from which everyone can benefit.
Here are some links with more content about Mike May and friends.
http://crashingthrough.com/the-people-make-the-places-mike-may-and-friends/
For additional stories about blind travel and the opportunity for re...
2026-01-0334 min
Advent Calendar HouseA Christmas Carol: The Musical🎄 It is once again Scrooge Sunday, and the time has come to awkwardly smoosh our spirits through the walls of our bedchamber and float back to 2004 for a special TV movie based on Alan Menken’s musical adaptation of “A Christmas Carol,” starring Kelsey Grammer as Scrooge, Jason Alexander as Marley’s Ghost, Jennifer Love Hewitt as Belle, and Jane Krakowski as the Ghost of Christmas Past. Michael May and Rob Graham from After Lunch join the celebration of abundance, charity, and good will toward men as we forge this podcast link by link and dumb joke by dumb joke...
2025-12-141h 34
The People Make the PlacesAmbassador Josh leads the way in three countriesThis is the story of the people and experiences in three places led by my fourth guide dog, Ambassador Josh including Brazil, San Juan Puerto Rico and Mexico. There is no anonymity when traveling with a beautiful dog. Even at 5 in the morning, barely awake, one ends up being an ambassador, like it or not.
Key people in this episode include my mother OJ, adaptive technology colleagues and the random service people I met at every turn throughout these Spanish speaking locations.
The People Make the Places podcast shares the complexity of traveling, especially as...
2025-12-0631 min
1923 Main Street: Snow Skate Surf and Travel StyleDo People Still Buy T-Shirts in Winter in the North? (The answer may surprise you)When colder temperatures and winter weather start to creep in to the northern parts of North America, is anyone even thinking about buying t-shirts anymore? While hoodies, sweatshirts and sweaters are definitely top of mind, the humble t-shirt isn't about to give up so easily.Find out why in this episode of the Travel Style Podcast by 1923 Main Street. Read a text version of this story at 1923MainStreet.comShop at 1923 Main Street, Graphic T-Shirts, Sweatshirts and Hoodies for Those Who Love to TravelThank you for listening to the Travel...
2025-11-1109 min
A Coach, a Nutritionist, and an Expert Walk Into a PodcastEp 100: The One Where the Amazing Sarah Pettay Turns the Mic on Mike & HelenaSend us a textIt’s our 🎉100th Episode 🎉 For this episode, we’re doing something special: We invited the wonderful and incredibly talented Sarah Pettay from Mind the Gap Services (Sarah and Helena’s impact-driven baby) to turn the mic – and the interview – on Mike and Helena. Sarah asks thought-provoking questions, invites reflection, and sparks much laughter – from what we admire in each other, our dream guests, and podcasts we love to a fun, rapid-fire Q+A at the end.✨ SPECIAL NOTE FROM MIKE AND HELENA✨When we started this p...
2025-11-0647 min
The People Make the Places75 years at the Enchanted Hills of Napa
This is the story of 75 years at the Enchanted Hills Camp in the Napa foothills including my 63 years as camper, staff donor and volunteer. It includes recordings of former camp director, OJ May, Judy Wilkinson, dozens of campers, staff and Stevie Wonder. You can hear his rendition of Amazing Grace with Sara Beck along with other music inspired written and performed at camp events and weddings.
Here is a link to a folder of Enchanted Hills music including Mike May and friends
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/pufhi1odwb1p7iy02hp10/AEfKQwvUXNtyD8ep0yTYbAo?rlkey=4zcr7...
2025-11-0155 min
The People Make the PlacesYear one highlights, Part TwoThis compilation includes stories and actualities from Peru and Ecuador, restored vision from total blindness, the San Francisco Bay Area, Europe and Hawaii.
The People Make the Places podcast shares the complexity of traveling, especially as a blind person, something from which everyone can benefit.
Here are some links with more content about Mike May and friends.
http://crashingthrough.com/the-people-make-the-places-mike-may-and-friends/
For additional stories about blind travel and the opportunity for related grants, check out,
https://www.blindtravel.org/
2025-10-0546 min
Tests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastEXTEMP WITH AMY & MIKE: September 2025The Tests and the Rest podcast has always been relentlessly focused on exploring important topics in testing, admissions, education, and learning with amazing expert guests. Sometimes, though, we enjoy an unstructured opportunity to discuss our own takes on major issues, upcoming events, and our endeavors at the intersection of business and education. Catch up with us in the latest episode of EXTEMP with Amy & Mike. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What adventures did Mike and Amy have in Montana? How was the NACAC conference in Columbus? ...
2025-09-2628 minThe People Make the PlacesFirst Year Highlights, Part 1
This highlights compilation includes stories and actualities from Europe, Chile, Ghana, Bali, Japan, Peru, Ecuador, Yugoslavia, NFL stars, Stevie Wonder, Robert Redford and more.
The People Make the Places podcast shares the complexity of traveling, especially as a blind person, something from which everyone can benefit.
Here are some links with more content about Mike May and friends.
http://crashingthrough.com/the-people-make-the-places-mike-may-and-friends/
For additional stories about blind travel and the opportunity for related grants, check out,
https://www.blindtravel.org/
2025-09-0648 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastEXTEMP WITH AMY & MIKE: August 2025The Tests and the Rest podcast has always been relentlessly focused on exploring important topics in testing, admissions, education, and learning with amazing expert guests. Sometimes, though, we enjoy an unstructured opportunity to discuss our takes on major issues, upcoming events, and our endeavors at the intersection of business and education. Catch up with us in the latest episode of EXTEMP with Amy & Mike. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What have Amy and Mike been up to this month? How has the addition of the September SAT affected...
2025-08-2927 min
The People Make the PlacesThe people who make Hawaii specialShow Notes for episode 12, The People Who Make Hawaii special for Mike May and friends.
This story begins in the 70s with my first trip to Hawaii and includes the friends we met over the ensuing 45 years. We interview Brian and Jen Allen who moved to Hawaii 8 years ago and we just happened to meet through an Uber ride. We thank the many people we have met from the airline and hotel staff to the random people on the streets. I have lost track but have probably made 20 trips to Hawaii, most with my guide dogs.
The episode photo...
2025-08-0245 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastEXTEMP WITH AMY & MIKE: July 2025The Tests and the Rest podcast has always been relentlessly focused on exploring important topics in testing, admissions, education, and learning with amazing expert guests. Sometimes, though, we enjoy an unstructured opportunity to discuss our takes on major issues, upcoming events, and our endeavors at the intersection of business and education. Catch up with us in the latest episode of EXTEMP with Amy & Mike. What are five things you will learn in this episode? What have Amy and Mike been up to this month? Why is summer always so busy? What's...
2025-07-3126 min
Advent Calendar HouseHere Comes Peter Cottontail🐰 It’s Easter in July, and those two things together are the least confusing thing about today’s episode. It’s a race across the calendar with Michael May and Sammy Hain as we follow Peter Cottontail through time on his quest to reclaim the title of Chief Easter Bunny from the evil January Q. Irontail, voiced by Vincent Price, in Rankin/Bass’s first non-Christmas holiday special from 1971. Find “Here Comes Peter Cottontail” on Tubi, or this restored version on the YouTube channel “The Rankin Bass Archive.” **** 💬 Topics & Tangents: “The Easter Bunny That Ov...
2025-07-071h 23
The People Make the PlacesThe people who made Europe specialThe people who made Europe special for Mike May and friends in 1988 and 2008, Spain, France, Switzerland, Sweden and Denmark. Join us for a 100 mile stroll on El Camino de Santiago in 2008 along with a 1988 trip from Barcelona to Geneva. Hear my 35 year-old voice on my cassette journal.
The People Make the Places podcast shares the complexity of traveling, especially as a blind person, something from which everyone can benefit.
To hear an extended recording of the Camino and to view photos of the trip, check out this link
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/mfkfq15...
2025-07-0546 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastEXTEMP WITH AMY & MIKE: June 2025The Tests and the Rest podcast has always been relentlessly focused on exploring important topics in testing, admissions, education, and learning with amazing expert guests. Sometimes, though, we enjoy an unstructured opportunity to discuss our takes on major issues, upcoming events, and our endeavors at the intersection of business and education. Catch up with us in the latest episode of EXTEMP with Amy & Mike. What are five things you will learn in this episode? How was the NTPA Conference in Minneapolis? Where did Mike go after Minneapolis? What projects are Mike...
2025-06-2726 min
Everyday Ironman PodcastMike may never go on vacation againIn this special episode of The Everyday Ironman Podcast, Mike is off enjoying some well-earned vacation time—which means Ashley and Broccoli Rob are left to hold down the fort. But instead of keeping things business as usual, they turn the episode into a full-blown Comedy Central Roast. Fan favorite guests return to "audition" for Mike’s seat, but let’s be honest… it’s mostly an opportunity to take some passive-aggressive (and wildly accurate) shots at the man himself. From his questionable grasp on geography to his love of CROCS and his collection of overused catchphrases, nothing is off limits...
2025-06-2539 min
The People Make the PlacesThe People Who Make the greater San Francisco area special
The People Make the Places, Mike May and Friends. Episode 10, Jerry Kuns and the people who embody the greater San Francisco area for me!
Join us on Jose Can You See Blind Guided Walking Tours of San Francisco with host, Jerry Kuns. Hear from participants from a Sendero Group WayFun trip. Learn about two unique vacation spots right in the Bay Area and the technology that brings these experiences to life.
Apologies to Jerry because the recording gave him a lisp. The stories are read by AI voices. My stories are read by my clone voice. .
For epi...
2025-06-0151 minTests and the Rest: College Admissions PodcastEXTEMP WITH AMY & MIKE: May 2025The Tests and the Rest podcast has always been relentlessly focused on exploring important topics in testing, admissions, education, and learning with amazing expert guests. Sometimes, though, we enjoy an unstructured opportunity to discuss our own takes on major issues, upcoming events, and our endeavors at the intersection of business and education. Catch up with us in the latest episode of EXTEMP with Amy & Mike. What are five things you will learn in this episode? How was the IECA Conference in Detroit? Was our presentation on Scaling Your Practice well received? ...
2025-05-1626 min
The People Make the PlacesThe People Mike May met because of regaining some vision after 43 years being totally blind
Show Notes for Episode 9. after being totally blind for 43 years, these are the people who enriched my life as a result of new vision surgeries
This episode draws on key people’s voices from the 2001 award winning BBC documentary, The Man Who Learnt to See. Here is a link to a folder with the full documentary and the Dateline NBC piece.
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/weu9l3z126pyba2geoqyp/AGHgDDwE82g0gKi_qb73n5M?rlkey=2kscvswhzj1h55qmdkz2pdlac&dl=0
In this episode, You will hear the voices of Dr. Dan Goodman, Dr. Ione F...
2025-05-0456 min
The People Make the PlacesThe People Who Make Peru and Ecuador
Show Notes for Episode 8, The people who define Peru and Ecuador for Mike May, April 2025
This episode includes original cassette recordings while exploring the ruins of Machu Picchu and Huayna Picchu Peru in 1982. In 1983, we went to the Galapagos. 41 years later, we go back to the Galapagos with modern recordings and commentary. The episode ends at 45 minutes with a song written and performed by Mike May.
The key people in this episode are Roxanne, Victor, Gena, Diane, Patrick and the Galaxy Orion group. For photos and videos, search social media for Gena, Blind Woman of Action.
The Peo...
2025-04-0645 min
The People Make the PlacesIt is the people who define skiing for Mike MayEpisode Notes
For Mike May, it is the people in Switzerland, Austria, Sarajevo and Chile that define skiing.
Episode 7 is about 40 minutes in length. It includes original recordings from early Paralympics events in Europe and skiing and travels in Chile. Here current commentary from Mike May and from Ron Salviolo about their skiing escapades. It even has comments from professional NFL players skiing plus the voice of legendary ski filmmaker Warren Miller and from Robert Redford.
The People Make the Places shares the complexity of traveling, especially as a blind person, something from...
2025-03-0240 min
The People Make the PlacesSingapore and Bali
Show Notes for The People Make the Places, S1 Episode 6, Singapore and Bali
This episode is about 45 minutes in length. It includes recorded commentary, interactions with local children, a village dedicated to wood carving and sounds of the environment from the streets to the forest. Mike May and Gena Harper muse about the challenges of communicating and navigating in these two countries. The People Make the Places shares the complexity of traveling, especially as a blind person, something from which everyone can benefit.
Here is a link to more details and a full list of all episodes a...
2025-02-0246 min
The People Make the PlacesGhana, West Africa
Show Notes for The People Make the Places, S1 Episode 5, Ghana
This episode is about 41 minutes in length. It includes words from Kojo Tetteh, head of two disability organizations in Ghana, cassette recordings of Mike May in Ghana in 1976 and highlights from Terica and Grayson Roberts donating white canes in Ghana October 2024. The experiences are personal with commentary on the travel, technology and people in this West African country most people know little about. It ends with a song written and recorded by Mike May from the shores of Ghana.
The People Make the Places shares the co...
2025-01-0540 min
GoldSilver (w/ Mike Maloney)Why HBAR May Be the Most Important Crypto Project of 2025 | Mike MaloneyMore at http://www.GoldSilver.com Join Mike Maloney and Brandon Hargraves as they dive deep into the world of Hedera Hashgraph (HBAR), the groundbreaking layer-1 network reshaping crypto and enterprise technology. Discover:
🌟 Why Hedera is the Future: Unmatched speed, enterprise-grade governance, and infinite scalability.
💡 Real-World Applications: From tokenized assets to decentralized infrastructure, learn how HBAR is driving real-world utility.
🎮 Gaming Revolution: Explore Hedera's impact on Web3 gaming and in-game token economies.
🌍 Future Vision: How Hedera is onboarding billions of users and trillions of IoT devices.
Hedera isn't just another blockchain—it's the backbone of a tokenized ec...
2024-12-1232 minGoldSilver (w/ Mike Maloney)Why HBAR May Be the Most Important Crypto Project of 2025 | Mike MaloneyMore at http://www.GoldSilver.com Join Mike Maloney and Brandon Hargraves as they dive deep into the world of Hedera Hashgraph (HBAR), the groundbreaking layer-1 network reshaping crypto and enterprise technology. Discover:
🌟 Why Hedera is the Future: Unmatched speed, enterprise-grade governance, and infinite scalability.
💡 Real-World Applications: From tokenized assets to decentralized infrastructure, learn how HBAR is driving real-world utility.
🎮 Gaming Revolution: Explore Hedera's impact on Web3 gaming and in-game token economies.
🌍 Future Vision: How Hedera is onboarding billions of users and trillions of IoT devices.
Hedera isn't just another blockchain—it's the backbone of a tokenized ec...
2024-12-1232 min
GoldSilver (w/ Mike Maloney)Why "$9000 Gold Is An ABSURDLY LOW PRICE" - Mike Maloney LIVE at LimitlessMike Maloney, bestselling author and expert on precious metals, reveals why he believes that $9,000 per ounce of gold may be an "absurdly low" prediction in the face of unprecedented financial instability. In this riveting presentation from Limitless, Mike dives into the alarming "hyper bubbles" forming in today's markets, predicting a crash that could dwarf 2008’s financial meltdown. With political unrest, economic crashes, and even the risk of war looming, Mike explains how savvy investors can protect, profit, and prosper during the chaos. Don’t miss this eye-opening session, packed with historical insights and essential strategies for thriving in turbulent times. Than...
2024-12-0332 minGoldSilver (w/ Mike Maloney)Why "$9000 Gold Is An ABSURDLY LOW PRICE" - Mike Maloney LIVE at LimitlessMike Maloney, bestselling author and expert on precious metals, reveals why he believes that $9,000 per ounce of gold may be an "absurdly low" prediction in the face of unprecedented financial instability. In this riveting presentation from Limitless, Mike dives into the alarming "hyper bubbles" forming in today's markets, predicting a crash that could dwarf 2008’s financial meltdown. With political unrest, economic crashes, and even the risk of war looming, Mike explains how savvy investors can protect, profit, and prosper during the chaos. Don’t miss this eye-opening session, packed with historical insights and essential strategies for thriving in turbulent times. Than...
2024-12-0332 min
The People Make the PlacesScotland and EnglandShow Notes
Scotland and UK, Episode 4, 2002-2024
38 Minutes in length
This episode continues the Sendero WayFun group’s trip from Ireland to Scotland in 2004 plus current comments from Valorie Stanard, from the WayFun group. It includes a TechShare conference Mike and Gena attended around 2014 in Glasgow.
Mike gives the mic to his son Carson, age 10, along with his mother OJ, to narrate their trip around the UK where they just happened to be in front of Buckingham Palace from the Queen Mom’s funeral procession.
Mike and his childhood friend Mark Pighin join some...
2024-12-0138 min
The People Make the PlacesThree trips exploring Ireland over 19 years
Show Notes for Episode 3
Three trips exploring Ireland over 19 years
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This 36 minute episode includes over 20 blind people exploring Dublin and Cork in 2004, two couples walking the Great Western Greenway in 2015 and Mike May and Gena Harper exploring Dublin in 2023. You will hear some original audio as well as some of the original travelers reflecting on the trips today. The communication and navigation tools changed during this time but the zest for exploring and meeting people is a common thread on these three trips. A subsequent episode will continue the second half...
2024-11-0336 min
Swell Season Surf RadioDuke & Sammy with Mike MayOn this episode of the Swell Season Surf Podcast we have an incredible in-depth conversation with the legendary Mike May, a former New Jersey surfing champion and surf historian. The episode explores May's efforts in uncovering lesser-known historical narratives about early surfing in the U.S. East Coast, discussing figures such as Sam Reid, who was a protégé of Duke Kahanamoku. The discussion highlights the cultural ties between Hawaii and Atlantic City, Sam Reid’s complicated friendship with Tom Blake and their being the first to surf Malibu.We also touch on the underinvestment issues facing Atlantic City...
2024-10-121h 34
The Rod The BodcastEpisode 59: The Hurricanes Hit the Reset ButtonMike is back to breakdown the plethora of changes this offseason for the Carolina Hurricanes.
2024-07-2424 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 57: Offseason of ChangeMike is back to discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' offseason changes and expectations.
2024-06-1127 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 56: Playoff Vibe CheckMike is back to talk about the start to the Hurricanes and Rangers series.
2024-05-0914 min1923 Main Street: Snow Skate Surf and Travel StyleWhat to Pack and What to Wear to Walt Disney World in MayWith summer on the horizon, there are a few things to consider when packing for Walt Disney World in May. Special events and good weather set the tone for a month filled with Disney fashion and style opportunities.Heading into the Magic: Packing Tips and Style Ideas for a May Disney World Adventure As the sun climbs higher and the days stretch longer, the weather for May 2024 looks to be on the warm side, which is not unusual. Get ready for daytime highs around 88°F or 31°C and roughly nine hours of daylight. Nig...
2024-04-3012 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 55: Regular Season Awards & Playoff PreviewMike is back to review the Carolina Hurricanes' 2023-2024 regular season and talk playoffs.
2024-04-1923 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 54: Morrow, Nadeau, Trikozov & Blake? + Possible Guentzel DealsMike is back to break down the Carolina Hurricanes' recent rookie signings and discuss what a potential Jake Guentzel deal would look like.
2024-04-0921 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 53: Six Years in a Row & Jarvis Extension ThoughtsMike is back to discuss the Carolina Hurricanes clinching a playoff berth for the 6th year in a row and what a potential Seth Jarvis contract extension could look like.
2024-03-3014 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 52: Pay the Dumb GuyMike is back to discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' 5 game week and kindly request an 8 year extension.
2024-03-2315 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 51: The Eagle Takes FlightMike is back to discuss the Hurricanes' recent stretch of games, including the introduction of Jake Guentzel and Evgeny Kuznetsov.
2024-03-1616 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 50: Trade Deadline Edition - Jake & BakeMike is back to discuss the 2024 Trade Deadline acquisitions for the Carolina Hurricanes.
2024-03-0919 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 49: One Week Until the Trade DeadlineMike is back to discuss who GM Don Waddell should be targeting at the 2024 trade deadline.
2024-03-0229 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 48: No Touch My Guys2.23.2024 - Mike is back to breakdown the last week of games for the Hurricanes and why Management should go all in.
2024-02-2415 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 45: The Return of Zilla & The Lindholm TradeMike is back to talk about the return of Frederik Andersen and the market shifting trade of Calgary Flames' Elias Lindholm.
2024-02-0310 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 44: Cup Contenders? +Best Trades Since 2014Mike is back to talk about what the Canes need to be Stanley Cup contenders. After that, he breaks down the best trades the Canes have made since 2014.
2024-01-2743 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 43: Midseason Check InMike is back to review the first half of the Canes' season. Who is in Rod's Dog House? Plus Goaltender trade market musings.
2024-01-1932 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 42: Thoughts After 20Mike is back to review the first 20 games of the Canes' season.
2023-11-2719 min
March Forth with Mike BaumanEpisode 117: Forever May FallOn this episode of March Forth with Mike Bauman, Mike chats with Forever May Fall!
Hailing from Charlotte, North Carolina, Forever May Fall is a four-piece rock band that's on the rise. Founded in 2017 by vocalist and songwriter Jillyan "Fox" Brennan, Forever May Fall is rounded out by Colt Crevar (guitar), Patrick "Sweez" Swesey (bass), and Adam "Crabby" Crabtree (drums).
After releasing their self-titled, debut LP in 2019, Forever May Fall had their momentum halted from the COVID-19 pandemic and a lineup change. Since that time, the band has honed their craft and polished their sound...
2023-10-171h 22The Rod The BodcastEpisode 41: Season Preview & Big AnnouncementMike & Jordan are back to discuss the upcoming season for the Hurricanes and end the episode with a big announcement!
2023-10-1053 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 40: Offseason Update - Who’s In & Who’s OutMike & Jordan are back to talk about the Carolina Hurricanes' offseason to date. Who's in, who's out and what could happen next?
2023-08-031h 05
Advent Calendar HouseA Flintstones Christmas Carol🎄 Previously on the Advent Calendar House, we watched a cavemen take over Santa’s job after he fell off the roof in “A Flintstone Christmas.” This time, our reunion tour of previously podcasted-about characters makes its final stop of the season in Bedrock, where Fred Flintstone is letting the lead role of “Ebonezer” Scrooge go to his head, while Wilma is doing the workload of I lost count of how many victims of the highly contagious Bedrock Bug. We also make the strongest case yet that this Modern Stone-Age Family does, indeed, know about who made lame beggars walk an...
2023-07-231h 40
Flight for SightEpisode 2 - A Conversation with Mike May From NFB 2023It’s an all new Flight For Sight podcast. Brian and Ed sit down with Mike May at the National Federation of the Blind 2023 Conference in Houston, Texas. Mike discusses using the Good Maps app to get around the Conference and find places of interest in Houston. Mike tells us a little about his career involvement with accessible navigation. Mike then tells us about some of the exciting changes coming to Good Maps Outdoors. Mike then lets us know what he likes about coming to conferences like the NFB and Consumer Elec...
2023-07-1828 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 39: Offseason PrimerMike & Jordan are back to discuss what you can expect from the Canes' offseason.
2023-06-281h 02The Rod The BodcastEpisode 38: TherapyMike briefly discusses the end of the Hurricanes' season. Hopefully this provides you some therapeutic relief.
2023-05-2517 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 37: Playoff ExpectationsMike & Jordan talk about the end of the Hurricanes' 2022-23 regular season and what to expect from the playoffs.
2023-04-1734 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 36: Puljujarvi, Gostisbehere, Exorcising Demons & MoreMike & Jordan are back to discuss the recent trades made by the Canes and what to expect moving forward.
2023-03-0248 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 35: Down The Rabbit HoleMike reviews the events of the recent weeks and talks about who the Canes could be targeting between now and the trade deadline.
2023-02-2524 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 34: The Boys Are BackMike & Jordan are back to talk about All-Star Weekend, The Stadium Series, trade targets & more.
2023-02-0852 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 33: Canes Update & Potential Trade TargetsMike provides an update on the Canes' season and looks at some potential trade targets.
2023-01-3026 min
Advent Calendar HouseA Christmas Carol (1971)🎄 It’s 1971, and Alastair Sim is delivering an even more animated performance as Scrooge. Join us as we invade your personal space for salute an animated adaptation of “A Christmas Carol” that bent the rules and became the last TV special to win an Oscar, directed by Richard Williams and executive produced by Chuck Jones. **** 🎙 Guests: Michael May (MichaelMay.online, AfterLUNCH). Rob Graham (AfterLUNCH, @spidey004). **** 💬 Topics & Tangents: 1. Michael May’s Christmas Carol Project entries on 1971’s “A Christmas Carol.” 2. CED Magic’s “Christmas C...
2022-12-041h 17The Rod The BodcastEpisode 32: The Eye TestMike & Jordan are back to discuss the most recent stretch of games for the Hurricanes.
2022-11-1040 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 31: Pacific Trip Review & More Jersey TalkMike & Jordan review the pacific coast swing and discuss the release of the reverse retro jersey.
2022-10-2740 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 30: Initial Reactions, Jersey Talk & $7.50 Storm BrewsMike & Jordan are back to discuss the 3-0 start to the Canes' season, all the jerseys and those expensive Storm Brews.
2022-10-2038 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 29: 2022-23 Season PreviewMike previews the upcoming season and explains why everyone should be excited.
2022-10-0623 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 28: Patching Up Max & The Return of NecasMike & Jordan discuss the signing of Martin Necas, the recent injury to Max Pacioretty and the potential ramifications those changes might have. + 2023-2024 offseason sneak peek.
2022-08-1131 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 27: Replacing Nino’s Fuel & FireMike & Jordan discuss the Bear contract, Nino's departure, the Necas contract saga and more. Will management's reputation serve them well in the long run?
2022-08-0338 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 26: Burns, Pacioretty & Kase? Say Less.Mike & Jordan discuss the Canes' initial offseason additions including Brent Burns, Max Pacioretty, Ondrej Kase, Dylan Coghlan & Lane Pederson. Can the Canes manage to keep Nino & Necas?
2022-07-2039 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 25: The Gang Buys Used CarsMike & Jordan discuss the Canes' 2022 draft, the Tony DeAngelo trade & potential roster additions via free agency or trade.
2022-07-131h 02The Rod The BodcastEpisode 24: P.K. Subban & The TurtleneckMike & Jordan continue to discuss the Canes' offseason moves including what to expect from the draft and free agency.
2022-07-0653 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 23: Free Agent Update & Roster DiscussionJordan and Mike discuss the Canes' impending free agents and potential roster moves for this offseason.
2022-06-2359 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 22: Postseason UpdateJordan and Mike discuss the Carolina Hurricanes postseason performance, as well as potential offseason moves for the organization
2022-06-1654 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 21: Playoff Update - Hurricanes vs. Bruins 2022Mike & Jordan are back to discuss the first four games of the Carolina Hurricanes' series with the Boston Bruins.
2022-05-1030 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 20: We Are Back & 16 To GoMike & Jordan are back to discuss the end of the regular season and the upcoming playoff run.
2022-05-0233 min
The Business of FamilyAnnouncement from Mike Boyd - A Live Cohort-Based Course for Modern Families of WealthI’m launching an intensive 3-week Cohort-Based Course for Modern Families of Wealth who want to build a family enterprise and sustain their wealth and relationships for generations.View all the details and sign up here (https://learn.businessoffamily.net/modern-families-of-wealth)It will be a virtual course led by me and featuring some amazing industry experts. 90-minute sessions, twice a week, for 3 weeks with a cohort of like-minded peers. Class recording will be made available within 24 hours if you miss a live session.Connect with, network, and learn from other families of wealth from around the world. Share your journey an...
2022-03-1101 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 19: Let Me Upgrade YouMike & Jordan discuss the Hurricanes' recent run of play and where they think the team could be upgraded.
2022-02-1852 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 18: Halfway ThereMike & Jordan check in at the halfway point of the Carolina Hurricanes' regular season. They discuss how their season predictions are looking, what to expect in the second half of the season and more.
2022-02-0748 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 17: New Year, Same BodMike & Jordan ring in the new year with an update on the current state of the NHL and the Carolina Hurricanes.
2022-01-0630 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 16: Holiday BreakMike gives a quick update on the recent games, postponements, covid, Olympics, world juniors, cryptocurrency and more. We hope you enjoy your holiday break!
2021-12-2409 min
Advent Calendar HouseSanta Claus Is Comin’ to Town🎅 It’s the 100th episode of the Advent Calendar House! Join us as we put one foot in front of the other back to 1970 to revisit a Rankin/Bass Christmas classic that dares to answer children’s questions about Santa Claus while illegally opening his mail. **** 🎙 Guests: Michael DiGiovanni (Classic Film Jerks, Pop Culture Retrofit,@theatomicgeeks). Erin Evans (@mserinevans). Michael May (MichaelMay.online, AfterLUNCH, @michaelmaycomix). Brandon Medley (@brandmed, 📸 @blessedarethegeek). Joey O. (Y-Not Radio, Words With Nerds, @imgonnadj24). **** 💬 Topics & Tangents: 1. B...
2021-12-241h 38The Rod The BodcastEpisode 15: Keeping It PositiveMike & Jordan discuss the recent Covid outbreak within the Carolina Hurricanes' organization and break down recent play and what's to come.
2021-12-1629 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 14: Road TripMike breaks down the start to the Canes' season and discusses the upcoming travel plans for the Seattle Kraken game.
2021-11-2319 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 13: Good BeginningsMike & Jordan discuss the start to the Carolina Hurricanes' season and what trends to look out for moving forward.
2021-10-2149 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 12: Season PreviewMike & Jordan discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' upcoming season including the opening night roster, predictions for the season and more.
2021-10-1253 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 11: The JingleMike & Jordan discuss Montreal's decision to not match the Jesperi Kotkaniemi Offer Sheet and the implications moving forward. This is followed up with the second installment of Turtleneck Time (with a surprise) and discussions on which jerseys go to the rafters next.
2021-09-0854 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 10: The Revenge of the CanesMike & Jordan discuss everything you need to know about the recent offer sheet for Montreal's Jesperi Kotkaniemi.
2021-09-0230 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 9: "Hey, Hey, Whaddya Say" - the John Forslund InterviewMike & Jordan are joined by Canes legend John Forslund for the Rod the Bodcast's first ever interview. We discuss his partnership with Tripp Tracey, his future with the Seattle Kraken, the origin of the famous catchphrase "Hey, Hey, Whaddya Say" and much more. We also break down the recent Svech signing.
2021-08-2744 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 8: Doldrums and the DraftMike & Jordan talk about ads coming to jerseys, the 2021 draft and prospects to watch moving forward. Stay tuned for a future episode teaser!
2021-08-1939 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 7: State of the FranchiseMike & Jordan take a deep dive into the current state of the Carolina Hurricanes' franchise. The Bodcast discusses the perception of the organization since Tom Dundon's purchase and the health of the business practices.
2021-08-0646 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 6: Offseason Part 5 - "Time Will Tell"Mike & Jordan discuss the current departures and additions to the Canes' roster. The Bodcast unpacks the Dougie & DeAngelo signings while contemplating what is next for the organization.
2021-07-3058 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 5: Offseason Part 4 - "We Aren't Trying to Save Money"Mike & Jordan discuss the recent Alex Nedeljkovic trade, possible replacements in goal, the expansion draft and more on this episode of The Rod The Bodcast.
2021-07-2355 minThe Rod The BodcastEpisode 4: Offseason Part 3 - Kraken a Cold OneJordan and Mike discuss recent Carolina Hurricanes news including Tom Dundon's 100% ownership, a lease extension with PNC Arena, the signing of Jack Drury & the Seattle Expansion Draft.
2021-07-0938 min
The Blind Mike ProjectSofia With A MikeVery Good Show has a new "Very Good Show Quotes" Twitter account, and Mike suspects Craig might be behind itCraig needs to stay away from his neighbor FrancoMike once had a run-in with "The Fenway Stomper"Mike may be leaving to start a new podcast with Sofia Franklin, but his demands of $20 million is a big roadblockJon Stewart believes Covid-19 was made in a lab and made it known on Colbert's show
2021-06-211h 15
The Concept to Creation PodcastEpisode 3: A Conversation with FCT Assembly's Founder Mike ScimecaMike Scimeca founded his first business in 1991. Today, he owns nine businesses units. Mike shares his successes, failures, challenges, and advice for budding entrepreneurs.Mike may be reached at:mscimeca@fctassembly.com
2021-05-181h 03
Advent Calendar HouseThe Little Drummer Boy🎄On this episode of the official holiday podcast for people who hate all humans — which, in 2020, is most of us — we dance to the beat of our own drum back to 1968 and back into the Rankin/Bass universe for their stop-motion follow-up to Rudolph. **** 🎙 Guests Brandon Medley (@brandmed, Star Weirdos). Michael May (MichaelMay.online, Sleigh Bell Cinema, AfterLUNCH, Mystery Movie Night, @michaelmaycomix). **** 💬 Topics & Tangents: 1. This was Romeo Muller’s favorite Christmas special he wrote for Rankin/Bass. Also, that link on Rankin/Bass’s website i...
2020-12-1653 min
Advent Calendar HouseThe Stingiest Man in Town🎄 On another Scrooge Sunday edition of the Advent Calendar House, we fly back in time to 1978 to revisit Rankin/Bass’s turn at A Christmas Carol. **** 🎙 Guests: Michael DiGiovanni (Classic Film Jerks, Pop Culture Retrofit, @theatomicgeeks). Michael May (MichaelMay.online, Sleigh Bell Cinema, Mystery Movie Night, AfterLUNCH, @michaelmaycomix). **** 💬 Topics & Tangents: 1. This is specifically an adaptation of a 1956 production on The Alcoa Hour starring Basil Rathbone as Scrooge. Rankin/Bass uses most of the songs from that special. 2. The original Stingiest Man in To...
2020-07-191h 02
Advent Calendar HouseThe Leprechauns’ Christmas Gold🎄 Sail back to 1981 with us as we dig up Rankin/Bass’s penultimate and possibly most obscure stop-motion Christmas special ever, which may or may not only exist because they had the rights to use Christmas in Killarney and needed someplace to put it. **** 🎙 Guests: Michael DiGiovanni (Classic Film Jerks, Pop Culture Retrofit, @theatomicgeeks). Michael May (MichaelMay.online, Sleigh Bell Cinema, Mystery Movie Night, AfterLUNCH, @michaelmaycomix). **** 💬 Topics & Tangents: 1. Ken Jennings (the voice of Dinty Doyle, not the Jeopardy! guy) in the short-lived Epcot...
2020-07-1751 min
Reliability MattersEpisode 43: A Conversation with Cal State University's Dr. Mike Stull about Entrepreneurship and Today's Challenging TimesEpisode 43: A Conversation with Cal State University's Dr. Mike Stull about Entrepreneurship and Today's Challenging TimesDr. Mike Stull is the Director of the Inland Empire Center for Entrepreneurship (IECE) at California State University, San Bernardino (CSUSB). He also serves as Chair for the Department of Management in the Jack H. Brown College of Business and Public Administration and academic director for entrepreneurship. With more than 30 years as an entrepreneur in for-profit, non-profit, and public sector environments, Mike describes himself as the “living example” that entrepreneurship is a process that can be applied in any setting and...
2020-05-281h 00
Advent Calendar HousePinocchio’s Christmas🎄 The Advent Calendar House gets overrun by earworms strong enough to burrow into wood as we carve into the 1980 Rankin/Bass Christmas special starring Pinocchio. **** 🎙 Guests: Michael DiGiovanni (@theatomicgeeks, The Atomic Geeks, Classic Film Jerks, Pop Culture Retrofit). Michael May (@michaelmaycomix, MichaelMay.online, Sleigh Bell Cinema, Mystery Movie Night, Nerd Lunch Fourth Chair Army Invasion, and I think that might be it… FOR NOW). **** 💬 Topics & Tangents: 1. Two songs, Dancin’ and The Very Best Friend I Ever Had, were cut from and later restored to TV...
2019-12-031h 04
Mike Seibert Radio PodcastEpisode 211: KGRG Alumni Week - Mike After Dark ReturnsCelebrating 30 years of Today’s Rock from Green River College on 89.9 KGRG-FM, it’s the one-night-only return of my original live radio show, MIKE AFTER DARK!
Alumni Week featured more than 15 KGRG veterans who now work professionally in the radio industry today, doing daily guest DJ shifts from April 29th to May 3rd.
Originally aired LIVE on Monday, April 29th from 9 pm to midnight, Featuring surprise guests and the KGRG-FM debut of new music from Wordburglar and Lucia Fasano. Plus classic tunes from: Kirby Krackle, Bytor Music, Waking Things, and MORE!
Don’t miss t...
2019-05-053h 02