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Pete McMurray Showđ¸â¨ Why Did Fans Follow Phish, Widespread Panic, and Blues Traveler Everywhere? Mike Ayers on the Wild '90s Jam Band ExplosionThe wild era of Phish, Widespread Panic, Blue Traveler - and so many more The bands that built an entire culture of music, a community, and endless live shows. Mike Ayers, author of Sharing in the Groove: The Untold Story of the '90s Jam Band Explosion and the Scene That Followed. đ¸â¨-Blues Traveler and Popper's harmonica-The community feeling of these jam bands and how the communities started- How did Phish become the next "Grateful Dead"Mike Ayers talks so much more ...Â
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2025-07-2613 min
Let's Talk SWFL PodcastSheriff Carmine Marceno on Law Enforcement, Hurricane Response & Community | Letâs Talk SWFL PodcastIn this special episode of the Letâs Talk SWFL Podcast, we sit down with Sheriff Carmine Marceno, the 13th Sheriff of Lee County, to discuss the state of law enforcement and public safety in Southwest Florida. From his personal journey to his leadership through challenging times like Hurricane Ian, Sheriff Marceno shares insights on how his department has evolved to keep Lee County safe. We dive into: â Lee County's growth and safety achievements đ´ â The impact of crime reduction and innovative technology â Sheriff Marceno's journey from New York to Southwest Florida â The role of law enforcement in disaster response â How the communi...
2025-07-0958 minLet's Talk SWFL PodcastBrian Rist on Sanibel Island, Hurricane Recovery & Community Leadership | Letâs Talk SWFL PodcastIn Part 2 of Episode 10 of the Letâs Talk SWFL Podcast, we continue our conversation with Brian Rist, founder of Storm Smart and a long-time resident and advocate for Sanibel Island. Brian shares a more personal side of his story â from the emotional aftermath of Hurricane Ian to the long-term recovery efforts and what it truly means to be a leader in times of crisis. We discuss the importance of rebuilding with purpose, the strength of the SWFL community, and his ongoing commitment to helping Sanibel and surrounding areas come back stronger than ever. We dive...
2025-06-1338 minLet's Talk SWFL PodcastStorm Smart Founder Brian Rist on Building a Legacy in SWFL | Letâs Talk SWFL PodcastIn Episode 10 Part 1 of the Letâs Talk SWFL Podcast, weâre joined by Brian Rist, founder of Storm Smart and one of Southwest Floridaâs most recognized business and community leaders. Brian shares his journey of building a nationally respected storm protection company right here in SWFL, his continued support of Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU), and why giving back has become a cornerstone of his lifeâs missionđĄđ´ We dive into: â The story behind launching and growing Storm Smart â Brianâs long-standing involvement with FGCU and education in our region â What...
2025-06-091h 05
Pete McMurray Showđď¸ "I'm higher than anywhere in the world!" Fox News Channel's Mike Tobin Reveals His Harrowing Journey đ§ââď¸ Climbing Mt Everest!Our GUY!  Fox News Channel's Mike Tobin Climbed Mt Everest and joined us:-We were one of the few people he told he was climbing Everest-His prep time and sleeping in a chamber at home aka "The Michael Jackson Tent"-Did he bring his own toilet paper and where do you go to the bathroom???-One sherpa named "Tuesday"-Took FOUR Days to climb Mt Everest-"When you climb up on the Northeast ridge of Everest (most difficult climb), I had that moment that I'm higher than anywhere in the w...
2025-06-0612 minLet's Talk SWFL PodcastJohn Lai on Sanibel Captivaâs Post-Ian Recovery, Tourism Trends, & Island ConservationIn Episode 9 of the Let's Talk SWFL Podcast, weâre joined by John Lai, Board Chair of the Sanibel Captiva Chamber of Commerce. With over 30 years of experience in hospitality and tourism, John shares his insights into the post-Ian recovery efforts, the evolving tourism landscape, and the importance of preserving the natural beauty of Sanibel & Captiva. đ´ We dive into: The shift in tourism demographics and the rise of adventure tourism How the islands are rebounding post-Hurricane Ian Upcoming events and developments on the islands The crucial role of water quali...
2025-05-0258 min
Let's Talk SWFL PodcastKyle DeCicco on Sanibel Captiva Community Bank & Supporting SWFL | Let's Talk SWFL PodcastIn Episode 8 of the Let's Talk SWFL Podcast, we sit down with Kyle DeCicco, President of Sanibel Captiva Community Bank, for an in-depth conversation about the bank's journey, leadership, and its vital role in the Southwest Florida community. Kyle shares insights on how Sanibel Captiva Community Bank has grown, from overcoming crises like the Great Recession and Hurricane Ian to fostering community support and philanthropy. He discusses the bank's commitment to giving back, the importance of family in his leadership journey, and whatâs next for the institution as Southwest Florida continues to thrive. Key Highlights: The origins of Sa...
2025-04-0348 min
Pete McMurray ShowMike Thomas is co-author of 'Carson the Magnificent' "They (Johnny & Ed McMahon) were close early on ... and Ed didn't really want to go to LA.. he wanted a raise, and Johnny basically said 'I'll just find somebody else'"Mike Thomas is co-author of the book about Johnny Carson called,  Carson the MagnificentMike talks:-How he took over the book after Bill Zehme passed away-Johnny was married four times-Carson and his drinking, what Johnny said to 60 Minutes "I found out I didn't drink well"-Smoking coming back from a commercial -What was his relationship like with Ed McMahon ... and so much more ... Â
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2025-03-2913 min
Redemptive EconomicsDEVOTIONAL: Leveraging Your Specialized Knowledge for God's GloryYour industry expertise and business acumen are not merely a competitive advantage, but gifts meant for Kingdom impact.By intentionally aligning you and your company's unique strengths with opportunities to serve, you fulfill God's purpose behind your specialized knowledge and bring glory to God.STEWARDSHIP UNDER GOD'S PROVISIONPrinciple #3 - As stewards of Godâs resources, we invest in areas where we have specialized knowledge, God-given talents, and vocational calling. This âcomparative advantageâ enables us to serve others most effectively while glorifying God.Scri...
2025-03-1707 min
The Mike Hosking BreakfastBob McMurray: Motorsport expert on Melbourne F1Chaotic weather didn't get in the way of a great race in motorsport at the Melbourne F1 over the weekend. McLaren's Lando Norris was the star of the show coming in first, but Kiwi Liam Lawson had a disappointing run. Motorsport expert Bob McMurray talks to Mike Hosking about the event. LISTEN ABOVE. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-03-1603 min
Pete McMurray ShowFox News Channel's Mike Tobin was at an aluminum plant talking tariffs "We'll see if it does drive up the cost of the consumer and ultimately, what they call the 'downstream jobs'...if it has a negative impact there"Mike Tobin from Fox News Channel was at Century Aluminum in Sebree, Kentucky - the largest in the USCanada sells the United States 5x more Aluminum that we produce in the United States 60% is imported from CanadaMike talks ... Tariffs, trade wars and more ... Â
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2025-03-1507 min
Redemptive EconomicsDEVOTIONAL: Is Scarcity Thinking Limiting Business Growth?The world teaches scarcity thinkingâthere's only so much to go around, so grab what you can. But Godâs Kingdom operates on different principles.In today's devotion we contrast the world's scarcity mindset with the principles of God's kingdom, which emphasize limitless resources and wise stewardship.STEWARDSHIP UNDER GOD'S PROVISIONPrinciple #2 - We trust in God's goodness, embracing both an abundance mentality and an enthusiasm to be "fruitful and multiply," all of which is rooted in faith, wisdom, and diligence.Scripture:
2025-03-1007 min
Let's Talk SWFL PodcastInspiring Entrepreneurial Journeys: Scott Fischer's Impact on Southwest Florida | Let's Talk SWFLIn this episode of Let's Talk SWFL, host, Mike McMurray, speaks with Scott Fischer about his entrepreneurial journey and community impact. Scott is a leader in the motorcycle dealership industry and founder of Scott Fischer Enterprises. From humble beginnings at his father's garage to managing and owning Harley Davidson dealerships, Scott shares his insights on leadership, philanthropy, and community involvement in Southwest Florida. We also explore his latest venture, Slip Away Food Truck Park and Marina, and discuss the growing challenges and opportunities in the region. Get inspired by Scott's dedication to giving back and learn about...
2025-01-171h 10
Let's Talk SWFL PodcastEmpowering the Community: A Conversation with Sandy Stilwell on Let's Talk Southwest FloridaIn this episode of Let's Talk Southwest Florida, we sit down with Sandy Stilwell, a renowned entrepreneur and philanthropist in Southwest Florida. We explore Sandy's journey from growing up in Fort Myers and starting her first business at 17, to becoming a significant figure in the local business and nonprofit communities. Sandy shares stories of her leadership in various organizations, her resilience in the face of natural disasters, and her passion for giving back to the community. Throughout the conversation, Sandy's commitment to making a positive impact in Southwest Florida shines through, offering listeners inspiration and insights into...
2024-12-2555 min
The Watt From Pedro Show2024-12-23 The Watt from Pedro Showhour one:
"impressions" (live excerpt from the liederhalle, stuttgart, west germany on nov 4, 1963) john coltrane
"christopher columbus transcontinental highway." rosie flores & the talismen
"don't do what I did" (live) equation
"magic christmas in lights" roman gabriel todd
"silencing father ed" (excerpt) eugene chadbourne
"mezzanine" danny mcgough, alex mcmurray, and glenn hartman
"m&m's & mst" seb radix
"the evolution of the household cat" disorganism at the mvm
"side steppin' the fire" the iguanas
"from black to blue and black again" (part 2 of 5) noisukka
"shell of a man" zpextre
"anything" bobby houcjk
hour two:
"mixed messages" garrison starr
"here I am" martha...
2024-12-233h 00
Pete McMurray ShowJamie Denton from Desperate Housewives, "I met Bill Clinton at a fundraiser...I said you don't know who I am, & he says, 'I know who you are. I want to live on that street!'"Jamie Denton starred as Mike Delfino on ABCâs Desperate HousewivesHallmark's The Good Witch, he has a new Christmas movie out entitled, âHappy Holidays from Cherry Laneâ Jamie Talks:-RomComs on Hallmark-Working with Catherine Bell many times-Desperate Housewives -Meeting George W & Bill Clinton-56 characters were killed on 'Desperate Housewives'-His chemistry with Teri Hatcher -Working at Harry Caray's as a struggling actor in downtown ChicagoÂ
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2024-12-0613 min
Let's Talk SWFL PodcastFrom Law Enforcement to Longest Serving Lee County Commissioner | Let's Talk SWFL |Cecil PendergrassIn this engaging episode of the "Let's Talk Southwest Florida" podcast, Mike interviews Cecil Pendergrass, highlighting his long-standing commitment to public service in the Southwest Florida community. The conversation spans a wide array of topics, from Cecil's tenure as a Lee County Commissioner and his extensive background in law enforcement to his personal anecdotes and community initiatives. This episode provides insights into Cecil's views on economic growth, environmental preservation, transportation developments, and the significance of public safety, shedding light on his contributions to enhancing the quality of life in Lee County.
2024-12-051h 12
Let's Talk SWFL PodcastPhil Fischler on SWFL Real Estate, Resilience, and Community: Let's Talk Southwest Florida PodcastIn this episode of Let's Talk SWFL, host Mike McMurray sits down with local commercial real estate expert Phil Fischler for a wide-ranging conversation about Southwest Florida's real estate market, its growth, and future prospects. Phil reflects on his own journey from Pensacola to Fort Myers, highlighting his experiences and insights in commercial real estate development. They discuss the impact of recent storms, the ever-evolving real estate market, and the need for affordable housing and more diversified developments in the area. The episode also touches on personal anecdotes and mutual admiration, making it a rich mix of professional expertise...
2024-11-0849 min
Pete McMurray ShowFor Pete's Sake 10.19.24 - Three of the Most Important Stories of the week - Your resume printed on a pizza box; Mike Wheeler from 'Stranger Things' says he'd like to take one thing from the set; Are you 'Glossing' at workFor Pete's Sake 10.19.24 - Three of the Most Important Stories of the week-Your resume printed on a pizza box-Mike Wheeler from 'Stranger Things' says he'd like to take one thing from the set-Are you 'Glossing' at work
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2024-10-1906 min
Let's Talk SWFL PodcastNavigating Real Estate and Community Challenges with Matt Simmons | Let's Talk Southwest FloridaJoin us for an insightful conversation on the Let's Talk Southwest Florida podcast as we sit down with Matt Simmons, a distinguished expert in real estate appraisal and consulting. In this episode, we dive deep into the critical roles appraisers play in property valuation, tax appeals, and the evolving commercial real estate trends in Southwest Florida. Matt shares his journey, the challenges of the appraisal industry, and how his firm, Maxwell, Hendry & Simmons, is utilizing data science to enhance accuracy and reliability. Whether you're a homeowner, investor, or just curious about the real estate landscape in Southwest...
2024-10-141h 46
Pete McMurray ShowStanley Cup winning coach Mike Keenan on the top 3 players he coached in his career, "Chelios, Messier, and Gretzky"Coach Mike Keenan has over 600 career wins in the NHLOne Stanley Cup Championship with the '94 Rangers His new book is called âIron MikeâCoach talks:-His time in Chicago-The night  he caught Cheli, Roenick & Belfour skiing-His time with the Rangers-Why fired in Chicago Â
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2024-10-1212 min
The Mike Wagner ShowThe multi-talented singer/songwriter Dave Hamilton of The Happy Curmudgeons is my very special guest!The multi-talented singer/songwriter Dave Hamilton of The Happy Curmudgeons (Spectra Music Group) talks about the latest release â2nd Chancesâ featuring âBe Kindâ and âReluctant Prophetsâ along with the debut release of âMeant to Beâ! Dave began his amazing career at 10 playing guitar and taking lessons at 12 later Minored in Music at Miami (Ohio) University, plus his encounters with Lou Reed, Neil Young, Chrissy Hynde, Tracy Chapman and Laurie Anderson, and how the group came together in â14 with Billy Cox (Band of Gypsies), Bobby Balderama (? & The Mysterians), Jim Moose Brown (Bob Seger Band), Davae McMurray (Blue Note Records), Pepe Espinosa (B.B. King) and Vau...
2024-10-031h 06
The Mike Wagner ShowThe multi-talented singer/songwriter Dave Hamilton of The Happy Curmudgeons is my very special guest!
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multi-talented singer/songwriter Dave Hamilton of The Happy Curmudgeons
(Spectra Music Group) talks about the latest release â2nd Chancesâ featuring
âBe Kindâ and âReluctant Prophetsâ along with the debut release of âMeant to
Beâ! Dave began his amazing career at 10 playing guitar and taking lessons at
12 later Minored in Music at Miami (Ohio) University, plus his encounters with
Lou Reed, Neil Young, Chrissy Hynde, Tracy Chapman and Laurie Anderson, and how
the group came together in â14 with Billy Cox (Band of Gypsies), Bobby
Balderama (? & The Mysterians), Jim Moose Brown (Bob Seger Band), Davae
McMurray (Blue Note Records...
2024-10-031h 06Let's Talk SWFL PodcastThe Genius Behind PGI Homes: The Future of Custom Home Design with Anthony FarhatIn this episode of Mike McMurray's Let's Talk SWFL, Anthony Farhat of PGI Homes discusses the art of custom home building in Southwest Florida, sharing his family's legacy, his team's talents, and the challenges of speculative building.  He highlights key projects, the evolution of home design trends, and the impact of prestigious industry awards like the Grand Aurora. Anthony also looks ahead to future developments, blending tradition with modern craftsmanship to keep PGI Homes at the forefront of the luxury housing market.  Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Anthony Farhat and PGI Hom...
2024-09-271h 01
Let's Talk SWFL PodcastLeadership and Community with Mayor Kevin B. Anderson: Let's Talk Southwest FloridaIn this powerful episode of 'Let's Talk Southwest Florida,' host Mike McMurray sits down with Kevin B. Anderson, the 62nd Mayor of Fort Myers, Florida. With a rich history of public service, including 24 years with the police department and service in the U.S. Army, Mayor Anderson discusses his journey from being a resource officer at Fort Myers High to leading the city through unprecedented challenges. From his pivotal role in local law enforcement and community service to his poignant personal story of losing his mother at a young age, Mayor Anderson opens up about the...
2024-09-181h 16
Fort McMurray Matters on play 103.7Mayor Bowman, MLA Brian Jean, Best of YMM,Mayor Sandy Bowman joins the show to recognize Treaty 8, discuss what the RMWB is doing to support Jasper, and to highlight the progress of fire crews in our own region.
Fort McMurray - Lac La Biche MLA Brian Jean also joins the show to discuss a major investment from over 70 Indigenous communities into a TC Energy project.
Lastly, Mike Jones joins us to discuss the Best of YMM Food Awards.
2024-08-1528 min
Guitar Books the PodcastReview #18: Alex de Grassi Fingerstyle Guitar Method
Is this one of the best or worst method books for acoustic fingerstyle guitar?
You can learn to play music by simultaneously using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
The Alex de Grassi Fingerstyle Guitar Method, written by fingerstyle legend Alex de Grassi and produced by Stringletter (the publisher of Acoustic Guitar Magazine), is a method book for learning to play solo fingerstyle guitar. You will learn many of the nuts and bolts that bolster de Grassiâs technique, musicality, and general style. This is an amazing book (a 192 page tome of i...
2024-07-0932 minGuitar Books the PodcastReview #18: Alex de Grassi Fingerstyle Guitar Method
Is this one of the best or worst method books for acoustic fingerstyle guitar?
You can learn to play music by simultaneously using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
The Alex de Grassi Fingerstyle Guitar Method, written by fingerstyle legend Alex de Grassi and produced by Stringletter (the publisher of Acoustic Guitar Magazine), is a method book for learning to play solo fingerstyle guitar. You will learn many of the nuts and bolts that bolster de Grassiâs technique, musicality, and general style. This is an amazing book (a 192 page tome of i...
2024-07-0932 minGuitar Books the PodcastReview #18: Alex de Grassi Fingerstyle Guitar Method
Is this one of the best or worst method books for acoustic fingerstyle guitar?
You can learn to play music by simultaneously using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
The Alex de Grassi Fingerstyle Guitar Method, written by fingerstyle legend Alex de Grassi and produced by Stringletter (the publisher of Acoustic Guitar Magazine), is a method book for learning to play solo fingerstyle guitar. You will learn many of the nuts and bolts that bolster de Grassiâs technique, musicality, and general style. This is an amazing book (a 192 page tome of i...
2024-07-0932 min
Pete McMurray ShowFor Pete's Sake 05.18.24 - Three of the Most Important Stories of the week - Bette Midler regrets not suing Lindsay Lohan; Cat person upstages the bride; Mike Tyson eating raw meat to train for his next fightFor Pete's Sake 05.18.24 - Three of the Most Important Stories of the week -Bette Midler regrets not suing Lindsay Lohan-Cat person upstages the bride-Mike Tyson easting raw meat to train for his next fight
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2024-05-1806 min
The Regenhard ReportEp. 16 - How To Have Longevity In Real Estate w/ Mike McMurrayStep into the vibrant world of Southwest Florida's real estate with Mike McMurray, a seasoned professional with over three decades of experience in helping people find their slice of paradise. In this captivating episode, Mike unveils the remarkable journey that has led him to become a top producer and a revered leader in the industry.
From humble beginnings to towering successes, Mike shares intimate anecdotes and pivotal moments that have shaped his career. With a steadfast commitment to excellence and a passion for serving his community, Mike has navigated through diverse real estate landscapes, from cozy condos...
2024-03-2528 min
Pete McMurray ShowFox News Channel's Mike Tobin live in Tel Aviv, but was just on the flight deck of a war zone aircraft carrier "When those things take off (F 18 Super Hornets) it shakes your whole skeleton!"Fox News Channel's Mike Tobin is live in Tel AvivMike also spent time on the USS Dwight D. EisenhowerMike talks:-Working on the flight deck of an aircraft carrier in a war zone-The technology and size of the aircraft carrier -Protests in Israel and support for NetanyahuFollow Mike on Social Media here Â
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2024-03-0212 min
Pete McMurray ShowJeremy Roenick on his best friend & former teammate Chris Chelios "He's like my big brother, the Godfather of American hockey and I love him to death!"JR joined us to talk:-Whiskey-Chris Chelios retirement-What Cheli has meant to him-Who will be in attendance - Coach Mike Keenan, Michael Jordan, Eddie Vedder, and more ...-Reliving Game 1 of the 1992 Stanley Cup Final (ouch)-JR's Soul Cycle  Photo Courtesy: Blackhawkup.comÂ
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2024-02-2412 min
Pete McMurray ShowJeremy Roenick on his best friend & former teammate Chris Chelios "He's like my big brother, the Godfather of American hockey and I love him to death!"JR joined us to talk:-Whiskey-Chris Chelios retirement-What Cheli has meant to him-Who will be in attendance - Coach Mike Keenan, Michael Jordan, Eddie Vedder, and more ...-Reliving Game 1 of the 1992 Stanley Cup Final (ouch)-JR's Soul Cycle  Photo Courtesy: Blackhawkup.comÂ
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2024-02-2312 minFort McMurray Matters on play 103.7Alberta Winter GamesMike Hussey from the Grande Prairie Alberta Winter Games host committee joins the show to discuss hosting the games.
Ni-Ten Judo and Noralta Skating Club are sending athletes to the games from Fort McMurray. They join the show to talk about their sports of choice.
2024-02-1728 minGuitar Books the PodcastReview #15: Fingerstyle 101 by Dan ThorpeIs this one of the best or worst method books for fingerstyle guitar?
You can learn to play music by simultaneously using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Dan Thorpeâs Fingerstyle 101 is a method book for learning to play fingerstyle (or âfingerpickingâ) guitar. The book is appropriate for absolute beginner fingerstyle players who have some experience with open chords. Intermediate and advanced players will fly through this book and may find a few useful ideas but probably wonât find any revelatory information or inspiring performance pieces.  The author has written thi...
2024-01-1220 minGuitar Books the PodcastReview #15: Fingerstyle 101 by Dan ThorpeIs this one of the best or worst method books for fingerstyle guitar?
You can learn to play music by simultaneously using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Dan Thorpeâs Fingerstyle 101 is a method book for learning to play fingerstyle (or âfingerpickingâ) guitar. The book is appropriate for absolute beginner fingerstyle players who have some experience with open chords. Intermediate and advanced players will fly through this book and may find a few useful ideas but probably wonât find any revelatory information or inspiring performance pieces.  The author has written this book with older adult stude...
2024-01-1220 minGuitar Books the PodcastReview #15: Fingerstyle 101 by Dan ThorpeIs this one of the best or worst method books for fingerstyle guitar?
You can learn to play music by simultaneously using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Dan Thorpeâs Fingerstyle 101 is a method book for learning to play fingerstyle (or âfingerpickingâ) guitar. The book is appropriate for absolute beginner fingerstyle players who have some experience with open chords. Intermediate and advanced players will fly through this book and may find a few useful ideas but probably wonât find any revelatory information or inspiring performance pieces.  The author has written this book with older adult stude...
2024-01-1220 min
The Dale Jr. Download506 - Jamie McMurray - Happy With What I HaveDale Earnhardt Jr. is joined by longtime NASCAR Cup racer and fellow broadcaster Jamie McMurray on this episode of the Dale Jr. Download. After finding his way into the racing world through the go-kart ranks in his hometown of Joplin, Missouri, Jamie began garnering attention as he found success racing late models at local tracks like Lebanon I-44, Bolivar Speedway, and I-70 Motorsports Park. Jamie explains that one of the interested parties was longtime NASCAR Truck team owner Mike Mittler, and after pairing up with him in 1999 he began a meteoric rise up the NASCAR ladder. Jamie s...
2023-11-011h 44Guitar Books the PodcastReview #12: The New Art of Ragtime Guitar by Richard SaslowIs this one of the best or worst method books for fingerstyle guitar?
You can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Richard S. Saslowâs The New Art of Ragtime Guitar is a fun, well-graduated repertoire + analysis book for learning to play the fingerpicking guitar style known as ragtime guitar. It is aimed at intermediate and advanced fingerstyle players, although late beginners can certainly take a stab at the first couple tunes. The book teaches ragtime guitar through studies of 8 tunes of increasing difficulty. Each tune is broken down into sections with...
2023-10-2817 minGuitar Books the PodcastReview #12: The New Art of Ragtime Guitar by Richard SaslowIs this one of the best or worst method books for fingerstyle guitar?
You can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Richard S. Saslowâs The New Art of Ragtime Guitar is a fun, well-graduated repertoire + analysis book for learning to play the fingerpicking guitar style known as ragtime guitar. It is aimed at intermediate and advanced fingerstyle players, although late beginners can certainly take a stab at the first couple tunes. The book teaches ragtime guitar through studies of 8 tunes of increasing difficulty. Each tune is br...
2023-10-2817 minGuitar Books the PodcastReview #12: The New Art of Ragtime Guitar by Richard SaslowIs this one of the best or worst method books for fingerstyle guitar?
You can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Richard S. Saslowâs The New Art of Ragtime Guitar is a fun, well-graduated repertoire + analysis book for learning to play the fingerpicking guitar style known as ragtime guitar. It is aimed at intermediate and advanced fingerstyle players, although late beginners can certainly take a stab at the first couple tunes. The book teaches ragtime guitar through studies of 8 tunes of increasing difficulty. Each tune is broken down into sections with...
2023-10-2817 minGuitar Books the PodcastReview #11: Fingerstyle Blues by Miggs RiveraIs this one of the best or worst method books for fingerstyle blues guitar?
You can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Miggs Riveraâs Fingerstyle Blues is an inspiring, well-graduated method book for learning to play fingerstyle blues. It is aimed at intermediate and advanced fingerstyle players. Each chapter ultimately provides a full performance tune, but starts by describing a new concept or technique (or two) and providing examples that prepare you for the performance song. As advertised, this book is focused entirely on fingerstyle blues with deep dives into vario...
2023-09-2618 minGuitar Books the PodcastReview #11: Fingerstyle Blues by Miggs RiveraIs this one of the best or worst method books for fingerstyle blues guitar?
You can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Miggs Riveraâs Fingerstyle Blues is an inspiring, well-graduated method book for learning to play fingerstyle blues. It is aimed at intermediate and advanced fingerstyle players. Each chapter ultimately provides a full performance tune, but starts by describing a new concept or technique (or two) and providing examples that prepare you for the performance song. As advertised, this book is focused entirely on fingerstyle blues with deep dives into vario...
2023-09-2618 minGuitar Books the PodcastReview #11: Fingerstyle Blues by Miggs RiveraIs this one of the best or worst method books for fingerstyle blues guitar?
You can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Miggs Riveraâs Fingerstyle Blues is an inspiring, well-graduated method book for learning to play fingerstyle blues. It is aimed at intermediate and advanced fingerstyle players. Each chapter ultimately provides a full performance tune, but starts by describing a new concept or technique (or two) and providing examples that prepare you for the performance song. As advertised, this book is focused entirely on fingerstyle blues...
2023-09-2618 min
Alberta Dugout Stories: The PodcastEpisode 239: Okotoks in âBest of the Ballparks,â Fort McMurray hosting Nationals & An Ambidextrous PitcherThe home of the Okotoks Dawgs, Seaman Stadium, is onto the final of the Ballpark Digest "Best of the Ballparks" competition at the Summer Collegiate level. We chat with William Gardner of the Dawgs about what it means to the team, the WCBL and the community. We also visit with Mike Mayuk of the Fort McMurray Minor Baseball Association about hosting two major Baseball Canada events August 17-20, and we get to know Neutral Hills Academy product and ambidextrous pitcher Nathan Van Lagen.
2023-08-1042 minGuitar Books the PodcastReview #10: 100 Most Popular Songs for Fingerpicking Guitar by Hal LeonardYou can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Hal Leonardâs 100 Most Popular Songs for Fingerpicking Guitar is a repertoire book filled with solo fingerstyle guitar arrangements of popular songs from mostly the 1960s through present day. Genres covered include classic and modern rock, pop, folk, jazz, theme songs, Spanish classical, and more. There are songs from the Beatles, Ed Sheeran, Duke Ellington, Metallica, Aerosmith, Imagine Dragons, Bob Marley, Stevie Wonder, etc. Most of the tunes are suitable for intermediate fingerstyle players, although there are some easier tunes for late beginners as we...
2023-06-1522 minGuitar Books the PodcastReview #10: 100 Most Popular Songs for Fingerpicking Guitar by Hal LeonardYou can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Hal Leonardâs 100 Most Popular Songs for Fingerpicking Guitar is a repertoire book filled with solo fingerstyle guitar arrangements of popular songs from mostly the 1960s through present day. Genres covered include classic and modern rock, pop, folk, jazz, theme songs, Spanish classical, and more. There are songs from the Beatles, Ed Sheeran, Duke Ellington, Metallica, Aerosmith, Imagine Dragons, Bob Marley, Stevie Wonder, etc. Most of the tunes are suitable for intermediate fingerstyle players, although there are some easier tunes for late beginners as we...
2023-06-1522 minGuitar Books the PodcastReview #10: 100 Most Popular Songs for Fingerpicking Guitar by Hal LeonardYou can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Hal Leonardâs 100 Most Popular Songs for Fingerpicking Guitar is a repertoire book filled with solo fingerstyle guitar arrangements of popular songs from mostly the 1960s through present day. Genres covered include classic and modern rock, pop, folk, jazz, theme songs, Spanish classical, and more. There are songs from the Beatles, Ed Sheeran, Duke Ellington, Metallica, Aerosmith, Imagine Dragons, Bob Marley, Stevie Wonder, etc. Most of the tunes are suitable for intermediate fingerstyle players, although there are some easier tunes for l...
2023-06-1522 minGuitar Books the PodcastReview #9: Complete Country Blues Guitar Book by Stefan GrossmanYou can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Stefan Grossmanâs Complete Country Blues Guitar Book is a repertoire book of various substyles of fingerstyle blues (general old time country blues, Delta blues, ragtime blues, Texas blues, and bottleneck blues). Most of the tunes are suitable for late-beginner and intermediate fingerstyle players, although advanced players will certainly enjoy the tunes as well. The music in this book may sound âold-timeyâ (much of it comes from the 1920s and 30s), but it is really fun to play if you are interested in the styl...
2023-06-0118 minGuitar Books the PodcastReview #9: Complete Country Blues Guitar Book by Stefan GrossmanYou can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Stefan Grossmanâs Complete Country Blues Guitar Book is a repertoire book of various substyles of fingerstyle blues (general old time country blues, Delta blues, ragtime blues, Texas blues, and bottleneck blues). Most of the tunes are suitable for late-beginner and intermediate fingerstyle players, although advanced players will certainly enjoy the tunes as well. The music in this book may sound âold-timeyâ (much of it comes from the 1920s and 30s), but it is really fun to play if you are interested in the styl...
2023-06-0118 minGuitar Books the PodcastReview #9: Complete Country Blues Guitar Book by Stefan GrossmanYou can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Stefan Grossmanâs Complete Country Blues Guitar Book is a repertoire book of various substyles of fingerstyle blues (general old time country blues, Delta blues, ragtime blues, Texas blues, and bottleneck blues). Most of the tunes are suitable for late-beginner and intermediate fingerstyle players, although advanced players will certainly enjoy the tunes as well. The music in this book may sound âold-timeyâ (much of it comes from the 1920s and 30s), but it is really fun to play if you are inte...
2023-06-0118 minGuitar Books the PodcastReview #8: Fingerstyle Blues Guitar by Joseph AlexanderYou can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Joseph Alexanderâs Fingerstyle Blues Guitar (published by Fundamental Changes) is an excellent book for learning the fundamentals of fingerstyle blues guitar with either a monotonic or alternating bass. While this book does have some beginner friendly material, it will especially resonate with intermediate or advanced players. It is also great for non-fingerstyle blues, rock, or jazz guitarists looking to cross over into fingerstyle blues. The first half of the book is focused on improvising lead melodies over a monotonic bass (mostly E minor...
2023-05-1818 minGuitar Books the PodcastReview #8: Fingerstyle Blues Guitar by Joseph AlexanderYou can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Joseph Alexanderâs Fingerstyle Blues Guitar (published by Fundamental Changes) is an excellent book for learning the fundamentals of fingerstyle blues guitar with either a monotonic or alternating bass. While this book does have some beginner friendly material, it will especially resonate with intermediate or advanced players. It is also great for non-fingerstyle blues, rock, or jazz guitarists looking to cross over into fingerstyle blues. The first half of the book is focused on improvising lead melodies over a monotonic bass...
2023-05-1818 minGuitar Books the PodcastReview #8: Fingerstyle Blues Guitar by Joseph AlexanderYou can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Joseph Alexanderâs Fingerstyle Blues Guitar (published by Fundamental Changes) is an excellent book for learning the fundamentals of fingerstyle blues guitar with either a monotonic or alternating bass. While this book does have some beginner friendly material, it will especially resonate with intermediate or advanced players. It is also great for non-fingerstyle blues, rock, or jazz guitarists looking to cross over into fingerstyle blues. The first half of the book is focused on improvising lead melodies over a monotonic bass (mostly E minor...
2023-05-1818 min
Drawing InspirationArtful Balance: Mastering Motherhood & Painting with Sarah MckendryMike has had an exciting year developing outside his comfort zone and is nearing the completion of several works. Sarah Mckendry then joins the podcast to discuss her exciting and inspiring art journey. Sarah is a self-taught, internationally recognized oil painter, art educator, and published author who has dedicated 14 years to her craft. Despite not having conventional art credentials, she has carved her successful path in the art world, inspiring artists and art enthusiasts globally. Her work is featured in international publications and is part of private collections worldwide. Beyond creating art, Sarah imparts her skills to thousands of...
2023-05-1530 min
Drawing InspirationArtful Balance: Mastering Motherhood & Painting with Sarah MckendryMike has had an exciting year developing outside his comfort zone and is nearing the completion of several works. Sarah Mckendry then joins the podcast to discuss her exciting and inspiring art journey. Sarah is a self-taught, internationally recognized oil painter, art educator, and published author who has dedicated 14 years to her craft. Despite not having conventional art credentials, she has carved her successful path in the art world, inspiring artists and art enthusiasts globally. Her work is featured in international publications and is part of private collections worldwide. Beyond creating art, Sarah imparts her skills to thousands of...
2023-05-1530 min
Drawing InspirationArtful Balance: Mastering Motherhood & Painting with Sarah MckendryMike has had an exciting year developing outside his comfort zone and is nearing the completion of several works. Sarah Mckendry then joins the podcast to discuss her exciting and inspiring art journey. Sarah is a self-taught, internationally recognized oil painter, art educator, and published author who has dedicated 14 years to her craft. Despite not having conventional art credentials, she has carved her successful path in the art world, inspiring artists and art enthusiasts globally. Her work is featured in international publications and is part of private collections worldwide. Beyond creating art, Sarah imparts her skills to thousands of...
2023-05-152h 08Guitar Books the PodcastReview #7: Fingerpicking Beatles by Hal LeonardYou can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Hal Leonardâs Fingerpicking Beatles is full of accessible arrangements of popular Beatles songs. The tunes are suitable for late beginner/early intermediate through advanced players. The arrangements often have simplified rhythms, they sometimes leave out either bass notes or inner harmony notes where they would be difficult to grab, they stay mostly below the 5th fret, and they are in guitar friendly keys. I think this is a fun book that is well worth the money.
The simplicity of many of the arran...
2023-05-0417 minGuitar Books the PodcastReview #7: Fingerpicking Beatles by Hal LeonardYou can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Hal Leonardâs Fingerpicking Beatles is full of accessible arrangements of popular Beatles songs. The tunes are suitable for late beginner/early intermediate through advanced players. The arrangements often have simplified rhythms, they sometimes leave out either bass notes or inner harmony notes where they would be difficult to grab, they stay mostly below the 5th fret, and they are in guitar friendly keys. I think this is a fun book that is well worth the money.
The simpl...
2023-05-0417 minGuitar Books the PodcastReview #7: Fingerpicking Beatles by Hal LeonardYou can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Hal Leonardâs Fingerpicking Beatles is full of accessible arrangements of popular Beatles songs. The tunes are suitable for late beginner/early intermediate through advanced players. The arrangements often have simplified rhythms, they sometimes leave out either bass notes or inner harmony notes where they would be difficult to grab, they stay mostly below the 5th fret, and they are in guitar friendly keys. I think this is a fun book that is well worth the money.
The simplicity of many of the arran...
2023-05-0417 minGuitar Books the PodcastReview #4: The Art of Solo Fingerpicking by Mark HansonYou can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Mark Hansonâs The Art of Solo Fingerpicking is a serious method book aimed at intermediate and advanced guitar players who want to expand upon their knowledge of playing solo fingerstyle guitar arrangements utilizing alternating bass (or Travis Picking).  This might be the book for you if you have some experience playing fingerstyle and you want to learn some more advanced concepts and take things to another level. Do not buy this book if you are just beginning with fingerstyle guitar.
1) The book expa...
2023-03-2340 minGuitar Books the PodcastReview #4: The Art of Solo Fingerpicking by Mark HansonYou can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Mark Hansonâs The Art of Solo Fingerpicking is a serious method book aimed at intermediate and advanced guitar players who want to expand upon their knowledge of playing solo fingerstyle guitar arrangements utilizing alternating bass (or Travis Picking).  This might be the book for you if you have some experience playing fingerstyle and you want to learn some more advanced concepts and take things to another level. Do not buy this book if you are just beginning with fingerstyle guit...
2023-03-2340 minGuitar Books the PodcastReview #4: The Art of Solo Fingerpicking by Mark HansonYou can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Mark Hansonâs The Art of Solo Fingerpicking is a serious method book aimed at intermediate and advanced guitar players who want to expand upon their knowledge of playing solo fingerstyle guitar arrangements utilizing alternating bass (or Travis Picking).  This might be the book for you if you have some experience playing fingerstyle and you want to learn some more advanced concepts and take things to another level. Do not buy this book if you are just beginning with fingerstyle guitar.
1) The book expa...
2023-03-2340 minGuitar Books the PodcastGuitar Books Review #3: Complete Chet Atkins Guitar MethodYou can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Mel Bayâs Complete Chet Atkins Guitar Method is an excellent method book aimed at beginner and intermediate guitar players who want to learn to play solo fingerstyle guitar arrangements in the style of Chet Atkins (the majority of which utilize an alternating bass/ Travis Style). If you are interested in this country-blues style of playing that Chet Atkins made popular starting in the 1950s and lasting until his death in 2001, this is a great place to start. This book ranges in difficulty from...
2023-03-0924 minGuitar Books the PodcastGuitar Books Review #3: Complete Chet Atkins Guitar MethodYou can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Mel Bayâs Complete Chet Atkins Guitar Method is an excellent method book aimed at beginner and intermediate guitar players who want to learn to play solo fingerstyle guitar arrangements in the style of Chet Atkins (the majority of which utilize an alternating bass/ Travis Style). If you are interested in this country-blues style of playing that Chet Atkins made popular starting in the 1950s and lasting until his death in 2001, this is a great place to start. This book ranges in difficulty from...
2023-03-0924 minGuitar Books the PodcastGuitar Books Review #3: Complete Chet Atkins Guitar MethodYou can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Mel Bayâs Complete Chet Atkins Guitar Method is an excellent method book aimed at beginner and intermediate guitar players who want to learn to play solo fingerstyle guitar arrangements in the style of Chet Atkins (the majority of which utilize an alternating bass/ Travis Style). If you are interested in this country-blues style of playing that Chet Atkins made popular starting in the 1950s and lasting until his death in 2001, this is a great place to start. This book ranges in difficulty from...
2023-03-0924 minGuitar Books the PodcastGuitar Books Review #2: Hal Leonard Fingerstyle GuitarYou can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Hal Leonardâs âFingerstyle Guitarâ is a solid method book aimed at beginner, intermediate, and advanced guitar players who want to learn to play solo fingerstyle guitar arrangements complete with melody, bass lines, and inner harmony. It also has a chapter focused on accompaniment styles for those players looking to play fingerstyle guitar and sing (or accompany another melody instrument. This book ranges in difficulty from easy to hard, often within each chapter.
1) Good information about choosing an acousti...
2023-02-2324 minGuitar Books the PodcastGuitar Books Review #2: Hal Leonard Fingerstyle GuitarYou can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Hal Leonard's "Fingerstyle Guitar" is a solid method book aimed at beginner, intermediate, and advanced guitar players who want to learn to play solo fingerstyle guitar arrangements complete with melody, bass lines, and inner harmony. It also has a chapter focused on accompaniment styles for those players looking to play fingerstyle guitar and sing (or accompany another melody instrument. This book ranges in difficulty from easy to hard, often within each chapter.
1) Good information about choosing an acoustic guitar and other gear.
2) Good f...
2023-02-2324 minGuitar Books the PodcastGuitar Books Review #2: Hal Leonard Fingerstyle GuitarYou can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Hal Leonard's "Fingerstyle Guitar" is a solid method book aimed at beginner, intermediate, and advanced guitar players who want to learn to play solo fingerstyle guitar arrangements complete with melody, bass lines, and inner harmony. It also has a chapter focused on accompaniment styles for those players looking to play fingerstyle guitar and sing (or accompany another melody instrument. This book ranges in difficulty from easy to hard, often within each chapter.
1) Good information about choosing an acoustic guitar and other gear.
2) Good f...
2023-02-2324 minGuitar Books the PodcastGuitar Books Review #1: Alfred Beginning Fingerstyle Guitar MethodYou can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Alfredâs âBeginning Fingerstyle Guitar Methodâ is an excellent method book aimed at beginner and intermediate guitar players who want to learn to play solo fingerstyle guitar arrangements complete with melody, bass lines, and inner harmony. I wouldnât recommend starting in this book if you are just picking up a guitar for the first time, but if you have your basic chords down then you should be ok. Even if you are a late-intermediate or advanced fingerstyle player, this book is a great cre...
2023-02-1619 minGuitar Books the PodcastGuitar Books Review #1: Alfred Beginning Fingerstyle Guitar MethodYou can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Alfredâs âBeginning Fingerstyle Guitar Methodâ is an excellent method book aimed at beginner and intermediate guitar players who want to learn to play solo fingerstyle guitar arrangements complete with melody, bass lines, and inner harmony. I wouldnât recommend starting in this book if you are just picking up a guitar for the first time, but if you have your basic chords down then you should be ok. Even if you are a late-intermediate or advanced fingerstyle player, this book is a...
2023-02-1619 minGuitar Books the PodcastGuitar Books Review #1: Alfred Beginning Fingerstyle Guitar MethodYou can learn to play music using a variety of resources including teachers, online resources, and books.
Alfredâs âBeginning Fingerstyle Guitar Methodâ is an excellent method book aimed at beginner and intermediate guitar players who want to learn to play solo fingerstyle guitar arrangements complete with melody, bass lines, and inner harmony. I wouldnât recommend starting in this book if you are just picking up a guitar for the first time, but if you have your basic chords down then you should be ok. Even if you are a late-intermediate or advanced fingerstyle player, this book is a great cre...
2023-02-1619 min
Guitar Books the PodcastMusic Books Review #1: Alfred Beginning Fingerstyle Guitar MethodAlfredâs âBeginning Fingerstyle Guitar Methodâ is an excellent method book aimed at beginner and intermediate guitar players who want to learn to play solo fingerstyle guitar arrangements complete with melody, bass lines, and inner harmony. I wouldnât recommend starting in this book if you are just picking up a guitar for the first time, but if you have your basic chords down then you should be ok. Even if you are a late-intermediate or advanced fingerstyle player, this book is a great creative springboard for new ideas and inspiration.
1) Good information about general fingerstyle guitar technique...
2023-02-0819 min
Scared Of Normal by Traction Coffee RoastersScared Of Normal // Troy McMurrayIn this episode of Scared Of Normal, we sat down with BMX legend & lifetime idol of ours, Troy McMurray to chat with him about his long-time career, his huge accomplishments, overcoming difficult hurdles & addiction, his love for BMX & so much more. Troy is an incredible human with a huge heart, we're stoked to have been fortunate enough to spend the day with him riding BMX & getting to tell some stories. Enjoy! Learn more about Traction or purchase coffee: https://traction.coffeeInstagram:Troy McMurray: https://www.instagram.com/troymcmurray0314/Mike Murfitt: ht...
2022-10-212h 02
The Forest GardenYardwork: Gardening is Heavy Metal (Guest Episode)Hey there podcast listeners, today we have a special treat for you - featuring voices other than our own! Tune in for a fantastic guest episode from the folks at Outside/In, a show from New Hampshire Public Radio. We chose to feature this guest episode because it poses a very important question for us (and probably for you too) "is the soil in my backyard safe to grow food in?". For those of us who garden in an urban context, this is a very important question! Â We also recommend checking out the other two episodes featured in the Yardwork s...
2022-09-3024 min
The âMike Picklesâ PodcastEp. 48: Christos Kalogirou- best selling author of âWild Dogsâ.Christos Kalogirou, from Fort McMurray, is the author of âWild Dogsâ A desire for respect and power will make you do crazy things- this book covers that journey.
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2022-06-2231 min
Advent Calendar HouseDinosaurs: Refrigerator DayđŚ Get your frying pan ready and join us on a journey to what feels like 60 million years ago back to 1991 to observe the most wonderful time of the year for the Jim Henson Companyâs Dinosaurs, which by some Fridge Day miracle is the Advent Calendar Houseâs first TGIF episode.  ****  đ Guest:  Lindy Kempe (@ieatvideogames).  ****  đŹ Topics & Tangents:  1. The Dinosaurs parody on The Simpsons.  2. We go from talking about the ĂkÄĂż DøkÄĂż KøøkĂŻĂą segment of Muppets Now to Netflixâs Nailed It!  3. Sally Stru...
2021-07-191h 10
Chamber VoicesMike Lambert - East Village Pub and EateryWe head to Eagle Ridge for episode 4 of Chamber Voices to speak to Mike Lambert, Owner and Operator of East Village Pub and Eatery.Part 1: Mike shares his story of professional development from a twelve-year-old learning the ropes of the restaurant business to running his own place. We also discuss the growing reliance on technology in the present day, and why successful business owners need to adapt with the times.Part 2: Mike talks about the importance of caring about people, both his customers, and the staff at East Village. He also reflects on the past...
2021-03-3122 min
The Millionaire's Lawyer - JP McAvoyMike Feldstein - Up and Running, Quick!Quick-Show Notes:In this episode of The Millionaire's Lawyer, JP and Mike Feldstein discuss:Mike is really good at getting business up and running fast and efficiently.To do this, he generally has a testing period that is from 24hrs long to 1 week long.Mike had realized that there are all the same fundamentals in the following:HurricanesFloodsFiresWind StormsCOVID 19Since Mike had noted that the fundamentals of cleaning are all the same - the need to have good products and the need to be very, very thorough, he decided...
2021-02-2359 min
Connecting Your CommunityMike Hoffman - Retired Fire Chief (Audio)
Mike Hoffman was born and raised in Alberta and worked the majority of his field career as a fire fighter / paramedic in a variety of locations throughout Western Canada including The City of Calgary, Kainai First Nation, Fort McMurray, the City of Yellowknife, and most recently the City of North Battleford, Saskatchewan.
Mike began his career in the fire service as a volunteer in Coalhurst Alberta in 1987 and has since enjoyed 27-years in emergency services. Since those early years Mike has been a career fire fighter / paramedic and has worked his way through the ranks, in the...
2019-12-1529 minConnecting Your CommunityMike Hoffman - Retired Fire Chief (Video)
Mike Hoffman was born and raised in Alberta and worked the majority of his field career as a fire fighter / paramedic in a variety of locations throughout Western Canada including The City of Calgary, Kainai First Nation, Fort McMurray, the City of Yellowknife, and most recently the City of North Battleford, Saskatchewan.
Mike began his career in the fire service as a volunteer in Coalhurst Alberta in 1987 and has since enjoyed 27-years in emergency services. Since those early years Mike has been a career fire fighter / paramedic and has worked his way through the ranks, in the...
2019-12-1529 min
Fret Buzz The PodcastBacking Tracks, LA Music Scene part 2 of 2 (with Quist) Ep062Quist has built an enormous online presence through his jam-backing tracks, and he recently performed as the lead guitarist for Bryan Ferry (Roxy Music). This Danish guitarist has performed at the Royal Albert Hall, the Hollywood Bowl, Coachella, Glastonbury, and Abbey Road Studios, and has established himself in the Los Angeles music scene. Aaron Sefchick and Joe McMurray enjoy an awesome conversation with Quist, diving into his musical journey, his jam-backing tracks, the LA music scene, and building and maintaining an online presence.
In part 2 of 2, Quist talks more about the origins of his backing tracks, and how he built a f...
2019-09-0557 min
Fret Buzz The PodcastFingerstyle Guitar, Online Success Part 2 of 2 (with Adam Rafferty) Ep055Adam Rafferty is a jazz guitarist-turned fingerstyle guitarist who has found huge success through YouTube, as an online guitar-coach, and as a touring performer. Check out his awesome fingerstyle arrangements of tunes by Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, as well as jazz standards. Joe McMurray and Aaron Sefchick have the opportunity to talk with Adam about his journey, his internet success, his method of arranging for fingerstyle guitar, his gear, and his experiences with copyright law.
In part 2 of 2, Adam tells the guys about his Maton and Cole Clark guitars, his AER amp, and the rest of his gear.
Aaron and...
2019-07-1856 min
Fret Buzz The PodcastCarbon Leafâs Guitarist part 2 of 2 (with Carter Gravatt) Ep053As the lead guitarist of Carbon Leaf, Carter Gravatt has successfully toured and recorded since 1992, crossing paths with huge names in the music business (Dave Matthews, Blues Traveler, the Avett Brothers, and many more). What's especially fascinating about Carter is that he performs not only on electric and acoustic guitars, but also on an incredible number of other instruments including mandolin, banjo, violin, cello, lap steel, pedal steel, bouzouki, hurdy gurdy, dobro, and probably more! In part 2 of 2 of this interview, Joe McMurray and Aaron Sefchick enjoy talking with Carter about songwriting, and approaches to improvisation.
The guys discuss songwriting a...
2019-07-0459 min
Pastured Poultry TalkBackyard Chicken Business with Lauren SalatinChick farmer Lauryn Salatin joins the podcast to discuss her backyard chicken business. She buys chicks from Murray McMurray, raises them until they're ready to lay, and then sells them. She finds her chickens enjoyable to be around and happy. This episode was recorded live at the Fertrell open house. Resources: Polyface Farm Murray McMurray
2019-02-1605 min
Fret Buzz The PodcastConcerts and Music Festivals Ep032Aaron and Joe delve deep into their memory banks as they share tales from the many concerts and music festivals they have experienced. As a musician it is incredibly important that you attend live shows: it fuels your passion for making your own music, it helps you learn how to build set-lists to hold an audience, it's FUN, and so much more.
The guys talk about seeing bands like Rush, Big Something, Dave Matthews, Tom Petty, the Black Crowes, Metallica, Megadeath, Blink 182, Tedeschi Trucks, Pat Metheny, the Yellowjackets, Tito Puente, Mark Whitfield, Mike Stern, Bon Jovi, Jeff Healey, Pearl Jam...
2019-02-071h 12
Fret Buzz The PodcastFingerstyle Guitar Part 1 of 2 (with Guest Host, Dustin Furlow) Ep028Joe and Aaron bring in guitarist and vocalist, Dustin Furlow, to discuss all things fingerstyle guitar. The guys talk about influential fingerstyle guitarists including Tommy Emmanuel, Stephen Bennett (harp guitar), Andy McKee, Tony McManus, Garreth Pearson, Don Ross, Mike Dawes, Adam Rafferty, Adrian Legg, Alexander Misko, and Matt Thomas. They look into approaches to choosing the right keys for solo fingerstyle guitar arrangements, as well as alternate tunings such as DADGAD and open D tuning. The guys dive seriously into the details of nail maintenance and acrylic gel nails for fingerpicking.
Dustin, with his wealth of experience playing and performing...
2019-01-101h 07
The All-Star Leader PodcastEpisode 066 - Texas A&M-Commerce Director of Athletics Tim McMurray Tim talks coaching searches, finding your why, and vision.  Introduction: Hey everyone and welcome to the All-Star Leader Podcast, where together we learn about leadership from the best and brightest, and keep it fun by connecting it to our passion for sports! Iâm your host Daniel Hare, and today we are joined by the athletic director at Texas A&M-Commerce, Tim McMurray. Tim is in his third year with the Lions, after nearly three decades of service in senior level roles at Maryland, SMU, Northern Illinois, Texas State and Lamar. He has a wealth of knowledge and wisdom to shar...
2017-12-0741 min
The All-Star Leader PodcastEpisode 066 - Texas A&M-Commerce Director of Athletics Tim McMurrayTim talks coaching searches, finding your why, and vision. Â Introduction: Hey everyone and welcome to the All-Star Leader Podcast, where together we learn about leadership from the best and brightest, and keep it fun by connecting it to our passion for sports! Iâm your host Daniel Hare, and today we are joined by the athletic director at Texas A&M-Commerce, Tim McMurray. Tim is in his third year with the Lions, after nearly three decades of service in senior level roles at Maryland, SMU, Northern Illinois, Texas State and Lamar. He has a wealth of knowledge and wisdom to sha...
2017-12-0741 min
YMM PodcastEpisode 133 – Why We Con The Podcast Crew (sans Tito) welcome Mike, Cecily and Kid Remington to the ymmGEEK rental house in Edmonton as we discuss why we all love to attend comic conventions, why we cosplay and what Edmonton Expo means to us!
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2016-09-3000 minYMM PodcastSpecial Episode – CineFiles 26 (Suicide Squad) *WARNING* FOR GEEKS ONLY The Podcast Crew (along with Mike Jones) return after seeing Suicide Squad and are eager to discuss the 3rd DC Cinematic Universe flick!
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2016-08-0900 min
RV Lifestyle RV PodcastEpisode 87: Fleeing the Alberta FiresYouâve no doubt heard of the horrific fires that have devastated the Canadian province of Alberta, forcing 88,000 people in the town of Fort McMurray to evacuate in a mad rush to escape the flames.
In this episode of the podcast, we interview a young mom who escaped with her husband, toddler son and dogs in her RV. Their house was completely destroyed by the fires but thanks to their Fifth Wheel RV, the family is safe and has shelter in a lakefront RV park that has become a mobile refugee center for the evacuees.
Also in this episode, we ha...
2016-05-111h 04
Americanuck RadioPodcast 001 â Episode1 May 7, 2016From the dangers of hallucinogenic Flower seeds, destroying our precious youth, and the Marketability of Muppet STD tests, To a sobering inside look at the devastation in Ft. McMurray Mike Filip, The Professor, and Super Don Take back talk radio to what it was meant to be for the masses.
2016-05-0939 minYMM PodcastEpisode 90 – The Right Kind of Activism Toddske brings Andy Cobb and Mike Damanskis, two documentary filmmakers from LA, to the Dining Room Table with YMM locals Tim Moen and Theresa Wells to discuss the Oilsands and basically solve the world’s problems!
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2014-01-2200 minYMM PodcastSpecial Episode – CineFiles 19 (2013/2014 TV Season) *WARNING* FOR GEEKS ONLY – Toddske and Tito welcome back Mike Farough, Stacey and Benske to discuss the 2013 – 2014 TV Season and what should be watched.
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2013-11-0500 minYMM PodcastEpisode 83 – YMM Votes 2013 Steve Reeve is forced to listen to Toddske rant and rave about the upcoming election with guests Mike Farough, Matt Salem and Jerry Neville! Â
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2013-10-0900 min