Mike McAloon - Podcast Details

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LA Catholic Morning on WNGL Archangel Radio5-9-25_LACM_Fr Pat Driscoll_Michelle McAloon_Tom Riello_FridayFr. Pat Driscoll, Michelle McAloon, and Tom Riello join the show to discuss the election of Pope Leo XIV 2025-05-0952 min

LA Catholic Morning on WNGL Archangel Radio5-5-25_LACM_Michelle McAloon_Luke Coppen_Brad Miner_MondayMichelle McAloon discusses the upcoming conclave, Luke Coppen has our Vatican Starting 7 Newslinks, and Brad Miner on lessons from the garden.2025-05-0548 min

Cross WordMarxism anyone?Send us a textWhat is really behind the campus protests and possibly all the vocal ills of current society? Didn't Marxism die when the Berlin Wall fell? Dive in with me as we discuss NextGen Marxism with authors Katie Gorka and Mike Ryan. We talk about how a Marxism shaped by European Intellectuals and adapted by 1960's radicals has once again reared it's ugly head in the campus protests, the reduction of individuals to their sex, race and ethnicity, widespread anti-semitism and the indoctrination of children into radical ideologies. In all this chaos t...2024-05-2339 min

Cross WordParis- City of LightSend us a textParis..a charachter in it's own right. Join me in conversation with Professor Mike Rapport Author of City of Light, City of Shadows: Paris in the Belle Epoque published by Basic Books https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/imprint/basic-books/If you are traveling to Paris this summer, have traveled to Paris or have ever dreamed of traveling to Paris this is a book you MUST read. A great history book that can easily serve as a travelogue for the curious. The Eifel Tower, the Metro, Department Stores, Cabarets, the word...2024-05-1650 min

The Crusade Channel PreviewsThe Romanoff BridesMichele McAloon interviews author Clare McHugh on her new book The Romanoff Brides.2024-04-1929 min

SlapperCastChef in a Burger ShopDrummer Mike McAloon joins us again for a marathon episode recorded in the van on the way to College Station and afterwards on the road back home. We talk about both of our recent reunion shows with Chris Buckley at the Continental Club Houston and O'Bannon's Taphouse, and this week's music discussion steers us through Crazy Arm, Stiff Little Fingers, David Bowie, Sheryl Crow, Joni Mitchell and Crowded House. But the cornerstone of this episode is a long, hunger-fueled conversation about classic Houston restaurants and coffee shops, past and present. This conversation was nearly an hour long...2022-07-191h 27

SlapperCastReclunion: Mike McAloon ReturnsMike "the Machine" McAloon is returning to play THREE shows with us this month, along with Chris Buckley on fiddle! Mike also joins us on the show this week to talk about the old days of the band, as well as Dire Straits, Mark Knopfler, Violent Femmes, Jimi Hendrix, the Rolling Stones & Kris Kristofferson. Also: a few words about the sudden passing of Patrick's lifelong friend, Barrie Dunphy. Rescued songs: Mark Knopfler - Boom, Like That Jimi Hendrix - Ezy Rider Kris Kristofferson - The Silver Tongued Devil and I Show dates ...2022-07-121h 04

SlapperCastKemah TherapyThis week on SlapperCast, Paddy and Chad talk about this weekend's reunion show with drummer Mike McAloon and fiddler Chris Buckley. Facebook group Official Blaggards Facebook Group Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon for bonus podcast content, live tracks, rough mixes, and other exclusives. Rate us Rate and review SlapperCast on iTunes Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us on social media YouTube Facebook Twitter Instagram Questions? If you have questions for a future Q&A episode, leave a comment on Patreon...2021-11-1629 min

Cross WordLafayette; Hero of Two WorldsSend us a textThis is a heck of an interview with the one and only Mike Duncan, creator of the History of Rome series podcast about his blockbuster, best seller Hero of Two Worlds: The Marquis de Lafayette in the Age of Revolution published by Public Affairs. Mike Duncan has written an engaging biography of the Marquis de Lafayette, famous and infamous in both America and France. From the dizzying heights of the world of Marie Antoinette and Louis XVI to a prison in Eastern Europe, Mr. Duncan follows the life of the...2021-09-1152 min

Bowkes Talking BoutsBowkes Talking Bouts (w/ Dylan Bowker): Episode 37 - Mike McAloonMike McAloon defeated John Nguyen at BFL 67 on UFC Fight Pass. The Devil's Advocate secured a third-round rear-naked choke win on the June 4th card.McAloon came on BTB to cover several subjects such as: -Mucking post-fight victory McDoubles-Not being as happy with his performance despite my perceived comprehensiveness of it-The feelings associated with fighting in front of no fans at Battlefield Fight League 67-Working in Indonesia at Bali MMA in late 2019 right up until the global pandemic set in-Honing his craft lately at the legendary Canadian mixed martial arts gym...2021-06-2917 min

FLA ExposureEpisode #156 -Mike McAloonMike McAloon, a featherweight from Toronto now training out of the talented team at Toshido MMA in Kelowna, BC. He steps back into the cage next weekend for BFL for the first time in two years! We spoke about the set backs COVID created, the move to BC and the new focus he has since making this important step in his career. We covered the early days for him getting started in the sport, growing as a man inside and outside the cage and of course, what people can expect next weekend at BFL! Make sure to tune in! A grea...2021-05-3038 min

SlapperCastEverything's Private Property If You've Got a Gun — Doug Stanhope (Part Two)Here is Part Two of our conversation with Doug Stanhope. In this segment, Doug spends much of his time essentially interviewing us, which again shows you what a genuine person he is. Can't wait to have him on the show again. Topic list: Congratulations to our friends Kelly & Debbie Howe on their 30th anniversary Doug asks about our mutual friends in Houston-based band RAT RANCH Doug's history at Chilkoot Charlie's in Anchorage, Alaska The challenges of having too many people in a band Paddy: being a comedian is the hardest job in the world How old-school...2020-11-0347 min

SlapperCastCan't Get Rid of the Tramp StampFormer drummer and Forever Blaggard Mike McAloon rejoins us for a whole episode! Help save live music venues at Save our Stages How life has changed for Mike since he left the band Mike's assessment of Eric's drumming in Blaggards Eric's assessment of Mike's drumming in Blaggards The generational differences between Mike and Eric's approach to drumming and musicianship in general Great 1990s drummers How Mike first became a drummer What Mike misses about being in Blaggards Favrorite gig we've ever...2020-08-111h 11

The Ruth Institute PodcastMarriage Reduces Abortion (plus 10 more reasons to support it!)(January 23, 2020) Dr J is once again a guest of Michelle McAloon, Ellen Taylor, and Mike Romano on LA Catholic Morning. They're discussing how marriage protects against abortion and how you can make the family great again. 10 Reasons Your Marriage Matters 2020-01-2316 min

SlapperCastThank You Mike!We are heartbroken to announce that our drummer Mike "The Machine" McAloon will be leaving the band soon. This week on SlapperCast, Mike, Patrick and Chad bring you up to speed on what's been going on behind the scenes, and look back on 11 amazing years together as "the impenetrable trio". Join us in IRELAND Fall 2020 Ireland 2020 — Sign up to learn more about our next Ireland tour Show dates Blaggards.com Facebook Bandsintown Follow us Facebook Twitter Instagram Become a Patron Join Blaggards on Patreon for bonus podcast content, li...2020-01-141h 23

SlapperCastGreen Eggs & SpamPatrick, Chad and Mike recount last week's IRELAND tour through Dublin, Bundoran, Sligo, and many the place between. Topics include: our favorite pubs in Dublin, the declining pub industry in Ireland because of stringent DUI laws, our adventures around Bundoran, Donegal, Sligo, Queen Maive's Cairn, and Achill Island surfing in Ireland, the curative effects of Irish country air, the music scene in Bundoran, the trad music culture in Ireland, the Book of Kells and the Long Hall (the Old Library) at Trinity College in Dublin Blaggards at the Fairy Bridges, Bundoran, Ireland (Photo by...2019-11-051h 17

SlapperCastNapping at Ninety Miles Per HourThe whole band and our 'Merch Maiden' Laurie recount a fantastic weekend of shows in Cape Girardeau and Weston, MO. Recorded on Chad's iPhone at the Java Break in Lawrence, KS. Recording SlapperCast at the Java Break in Lawrence, KS (Photo by Laurie Valenzi Buell) Show notes The Java Break — Lawrence, KS Mary Jane Bourbon + Smokehouse — Cape Girardeau, MO Cape G Rocks — Cape Girardeau, MO Weston Irish Fest — Weston, MO Eddie Delahunt Eddie Delahunt on KC Live Join us in IRELAND this Fall Ireland 2019 - Are you in? Ireland tour pri...2019-10-1532 min

SlapperCastJamaican Lucky Charms Mike and Paddy with O’Malley’s owner Michael Coakley. Patrick, Chad, and Mike sing the praises of O'Malley's Pub, an amazing music venue, pub and brewery in Weston, MO, where we'll be playing this weekend (July 12 & 13, 2019), as well as in October for Weston Irish Fest. Then we spend some time musing at the many odd fake Irish accents we frequently encounter in our line of work, and also talk about how much fun we've been having with our Facebook live streams. Show notes Weston Brewing Company & O'Malley's Pub — Weston, MO Blaggards Live Stream...2019-07-0954 min

SlapperCastThe Man From OmahaPatrick, Mike and Chad tell the story of our dear friend Jeff Quinn—the subject of our song "The Man From Omaha"—who passed away from ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) in February 2015. Jeff’s spirit was so strong that it’s still hard to believe he’s gone. In the short time we knew him, every second of his life was a celebration, and we were honored to be a part of it. He loved to laugh and was always smiling. His friendship also gave us a whole new extended family and second home in Omaha, Nebraska, something we know will...2019-06-2548 min

SlapperCastDuct Tape Grandma to the ChairLess than a day after getting home, Patrick and Chad recount the band's two-week West Coast tour through Las Vegas, San Diego, Bullhead City and Phoenix. Also, we get some insight into Patrick's family history and give a lot of love to our hometown of Houston. A receipt from the store of Patrick's grandfather and namesake (Photo by Mike McAloon) Show notes The Field Irish Pub — San Diego Half Door Brewing Co. — San Diego Lazy Harry's Bar & Grill — Bullhead City, AZ The Dubliner Irish Pub — Phoenix Live streams set 1 and set 2 from Lazy Harry's Li...2019-06-1854 min

SlapperCastMacGyver & Wonder Woman At long last, Mike and Wes have their debut on the show and share a bit about their musical histories. Also: stories of our experiences in Las Vegas and last year's trip to Philadelphia, and a few crazy incidents with drunk people at our shows. Blaggards and Sean South CSC from Ireland at June 8, 2019, at Ri Ra Las Vegas. Show notes Tattooed Mom — Philadelphia Rockin' Robin Guitars and Music — Houston The Field Irish Pub — San Diego Scott Jeffers - Traveler Mike's previous bands: The Vent-o-lators ENIAC Tha Fucking Transmissions Joi...2019-06-1158 min

SlapperCast666 Acacia AvenueAfter a brief conversation about David Lee Roth's new podcast, Patrick and Chad talk about their experiences in the recording studio, sing the praises of great sound engineers, and also share a few pointers for fledgling musicians of all ages. References for this episode The Roth Show — David Lee Roth's new podcast RBI Recording — where Standards and "Kerfuffleful" were recorded Beebe Gunn Studio — where our new record is currently being recorded Four Eyes Studio — Beaumont, TX Tascam Portastudio 424 — the 4-track cassette recorder that Chad used in his early days Stuart Copeland interviewed in the studio — Jools Holland, 198...2019-04-1658 min

The Ruth Institute PodcastThe Effects of the Sexual Revolution on Children(March 27, 2019) Dr J is once again a guest of Mike Romano, Michelle McAloon, and Todd Sylvester on LA Catholic Morning. They're discussing divorce, the sexual revolution, and the Ruth Institute's upcoming Survivors' Summit.2019-03-2715 min

The Kevin Gill ShowBrody King Interview Episode 161Brody King from Ring Of Honor chats it up about tattoos, hardcore music, Santino Brothers, Punk Rock, Positive Mental Attitude, Tyler Bateman, wrestling boom, Straight Edge, Jacob Fatu, CM Punk, New Japan Pro Wrestling, AAW, Bruiser Brody, Tim Thatcher, and much much more on this in depth discussion, recorded in person! Also KG Talks about Ultimate Bar Brawl, Come Hell or High Water, Mcaloon Productions, Mike Busey, The Sausage Castle, UGWA, Game Changer Wrestlings to LIVE AND DIE IN LA, All Elite Wrestling and Much MUCH more! Please subscribe!!! Rate and review us on ITUNES!!! And Tell a friend!!! Support the...2019-02-251h 08

Wrestling CultDeathmatch News Radio #18 | Colon vs. Kasai, JC Rotten, FreedomsSteve and Mike are back with Deathmatch News Radio #18. We're going to be doing shorter shows more often, maybe 2-3 a week, so let us know what you think with feedback to deathmatchnews@gmail.com -Alex Colon vs. Kasai -Drew Parker in GCW -Takeda in for Bloodsport -JC Rotten leaves IWA Midsouth -Mcaloon Productions in Atlanta -Mance Warner in MLW -Freedoms 1/30 -Sakuda vs. Kasai -Onita knee surgery -Jon Moxley dream opponents and more 2019-02-0159 min $Rock\'s Backpages$ Rock's BackpagesE12: Big Star + Prefab Sprout with special guest Jennifer Otter BickerdikeWelcoming special guest, featured writer and hilarious raconteur Jennifer Otter Bickerdike, hosts Mark Pringle and Barney Hoskyns hear stories of Jennifer's days in the record business, including the time her car broke down with Kurt Cobain in it... as well as her subsequent decision to give it all up to write a PhD on Joy Division. Having moved to a rat-infested flat in London's New Cross, Jennifer's initial thought was: "My god, what have I done?" She has since gone from strength to strength as the queen of rockademia and global music ambassador for BIMM. Her books Joy Devotion and Wh...2019-01-2555 min