Best Man With A Microphone Podcasts (2025)

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#284 - Sandman Season 2 Part 2: Beyond The Gates of Hell! 1:21:05

5h ago1:21:05

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Get ready, geeks! Mike and Stephen of 2 Geeks and a Microphone are stepping back into the fantastical, often terrifying, realm of The Dreaming for our Sandman Season 2 - Part 1 review! After the long wait, we're diving into our initial impressions of the highly anticipated second season of Neil Gaiman's masterpiece. What new challenges does the Kin…

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TOM BERGERON, the former host of "Dancing With The Stars", "Hollywood Squares" and "America's Funniest Home Videos" is on the OTHER side of the microphone as our guest on this episode of The Approach Shot ... 1:18:36

1d ago1:18:36

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Here are some odd subjects you may not expect to hear from TOM BERGERON, but are here in this episode of The Approach Shot: Calling Australia on his radio show to hear the toilet flush Talking with 2 of the 3 Stooges when he was 16 years old, because he felt like it The horror of hearing your producer tell you to help with a "nip slip" His self adm…

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Ep 333: Nightmare Whiffletrees, 18650 Safety, and a Telephone Twofer 48:31

3d ago48:31

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This week, Hackaday's Elliot Williams and Kristina Panos met up over the tubes to bring you the latest news, mystery sound, and of course, a big bunch of hacks from the previous week. In Hackaday news, get your Supercon 2025 tickets while they're hot! Also, the One Hertz Challenge ticks on, but time is running out. You have until Tuesday, August 19…

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Speaking to a professional storyteller about Shakespeare 1:47:32

5d ago1:47:32

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Debs Newbold is an award winning theatre maker who reinterprets the works of Shakespeare through storytelling Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Doug DeCinces, the man who replaced a legend and then started Oriole Magic joins us in the clubhouse 1:04:22

8d ago1:04:22

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So much to cover with DD; he was an All Star, a Silver Slugger winner, he hit a HR in his first World Series at bat. He also replaced Brooks Robinson, the beloved long time 3B in Baltimore. Hear how he dealt with fan reaction, being traded to the West Coast and developing a gorgeous golf course. Those are just a few things we covered on this incred…

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#283 - Sandman Season 2 Part 1: Welcome Back To The Dreaming! 1:25:35

9d ago1:25:35

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Get ready, geeks! Mike and Stephen of 2 Geeks and a Microphone are stepping back into the fantastical, often terrifying, realm of The Dreaming for our Sandman Season 2 - Part 1 review! After the long wait, we're diving into our initial impressions of the highly anticipated second season of Neil Gaiman's masterpiece. What new challenges does the Kin…

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the leavittfest promotional omnibus mixtape 27:21

10d ago27:21

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Links mentioned in this episode (if any of them don’t work on your podcast app just come to zaclittle.substack.com) Leavittfest ‘25 Caroline’s Leavittfest Mixtape Creative Mornings Portsmouth: Zac Little/PUNK Don’t It Beat A Slow Dance To Death? 10 Essential St. Vincent Songs Howling Forever: 10 Essential TV on the Radio Songs Support the Podcast o…

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Ep 332: 5 Axes are Better than 3, Hacking Your Behavior, and the Man Who Made Models 1:09:26

10d ago1:09:26

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Elliot and Dan got together this week for a review of the week's hacking literature, and there was plenty to discuss. We addressed several burning questions, such as why digital microscopes are so terrible, why computer systems seem to have so much trouble with names, and if a thermal receipt printer can cure ADHD. We looked at a really slick 5-axi…

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The Irish tradition of burning down colonial English houses 57:36

12d ago57:36

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#282 - If It Bleeds We Can Kill It! | Predator: Killer of Killers Review! 1:20:36

15d ago1:20:36

1:20:36

Get ready, geeks! On this episode of 2 Geeks and a Microphone, Mike and Stephen are diving headfirst into the new animated film, Predator: Killer of Killers! From ancient warriors to future tech, we're breaking down all the epic hunts, the brutal new Predators, and what this anthology means for the future of the franchise. Can these new Prey stand …

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Jeff Fassero, the 16 year MLB veteran, and winningest left hander in Expos history, dazzles us on The Approach Shot 54:33

15d ago54:33

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We love when our guests have the same kind of passion for golf as they had for their on-field careers. But quietly and without fanfare, JEFF FASSERO shut even John and Neal up with his golf prowess. This is a terrific baseball turned golfer turned baseball episode. Follow the twists and turns on this amazing episode of The Approach Shot.…

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Ep 331: Clever Machine Tools, Storing Data in Birds, and the Ultimate Cyberdeck 48:40

17d ago48:40

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Another week, another Hackaday podcast, and for this one Elliot is joined by Jenny List, fresh from the BornHack hacker camp in Denmark. There's a definite metal working flavour to this week's picks, with new and exciting CNC techniques and a selective electroplater that can transfer bitmaps to metal. But worry not, there's plenty more to tease the…

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What my Uncle who sticks coins to his forehead can tell us about Artificial Intelligence and simulation theory 1:06:03

20d ago1:06:03

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What my Uncle who sticks coins to his forehead can tell us about artificial intelligence and simulation theory . An exploration of the work of John Scotus Eriugena Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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#281 - From Cosa Nostra to Oklahoma: Dissecting Tulsa King S1 with Jacob Ruchser! 1:37:29

22d ago1:37:29

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What happens when a New York mobster lands in Oklahoma? Find out as Mike and Stephen from 2 Geeks and a Microphone welcome Jacob Ruchser, the brilliant mind behind Cosa Nostra's Comrade, to dissect Tulsa King Season 1! We'll explore Dwight Manfredi's journey, the surprising humor, the brutal realities, and how Tulsa King fits into the crime genre. …

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Super Bowl champion PHIL SIMMS our guest and the MVP of this special episode of The Approach Shot 1:17:35

22d ago1:17:35

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PHIL SIMMS. You don't really have to say much beyond his name. He's a fierce competitor, whether on the football field, on the golf course or in life. He's also funny as hell, tells some amazing stories (yes, a few Lawrence Taylor stories are mixed in here), and his love and respect for his teammates, coaches, Big Blue, his family and the college t…

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Ep 330: Hover Turtles, Dull Designs, and K'nex Computers 1:00:55

24d ago1:00:55

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What did you miss on Hackaday last week? Hackaday's Elliot Williams and Al Williams are ready to catch you up on this week's podcast. First, though, the guys go off on vibe coding and talk about a daring space repair around Jupiter. Then it is off to the hacks, including paste extruding egg shells, bespoke multimeters, and an 8-bit mechanical compu…

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Gargle on the Garibaldi Barbell you scandalous Anthonys 1:06:48

27d ago1:06:48

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Winning awards and Autistic burnout. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Ed Smith III has been called one of the greatest athletes you’ve never heard of. 59:40

29d ago59:40

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9 YEAR MINOR LEAGUE BASEBALL PLAYER FOR THE CHICAGO WHITE SOX? ✔️ BECAME A 6 YEAR NFL VETERAN? ✔️ PLAYED IN THE SUPER BOWL? ✔️ BECAME A RADIO HOST? ✔️ A PODCASTER? ✔️ AN AUTHOR? ✔️ AND DOES IT ALL WITH AN EASY STYLE THAT EARNED HIM THE NICKNAME "EZ ED"? ✔️ He's also one of the true nice guys and gentlemen and man, does he tell great stories. You go…

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#280 - We're Gonna Need A Bigger Boat! 1:39:34

30d ago1:39:34

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DA NA... DA NA... DA NA DA NA DA NA! Mike and Stephen are joined by Big Dog Ink's own Tom Hutchison for a deep-sea exploration of Steven Spielberg's masterpiece, JAWS! From Amity Island's ill-fated Fourth of July to Quint's harrowing tales, we're dissecting why this shark thriller continues to terrify and captivate audiences decades later. Join us,…

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Ep 329: AI Surgery, a Prison Camp Lathe, and a One Hertz Four-Fer 1:12:50

1M ago1:12:50

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Join Hackaday Editors Elliot Williams and Tom Nardi as they talk about their favorite hacks and stories from the previous week. They'll start things off with a small Supercon update, and go right into fusion reactors, AI surgeons, planned obsolescence, and robotic cats and dogs. They'll also go over several entries from the ongoing 2025 One Hertz C…

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The Mythology of Rain Smell on a hot day 1:05:16

1M ago1:05:16

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An in depth look at petrichor and mid summer rain Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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#279 - James Gunn's Superman: Rebirth of an Icon? 1:29:57

1M ago1:29:57

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The ultimate destination on the "Road to Superman" has arrived! Join Mike and Stephen as they prepare for James Gunn's Superman, the pivotal film poised to redefine the Last Son of Krypton and launch the new DCU. With David Corenswet taking flight, Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, and Nicholas Hoult as Lex Luthor, this isn't an origin story, but a de…

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JACQUE JONES hit 165 Major League home runs, averaging 20 HR's per season from 2000-2005. But how does he feel about golf? How about OBSESSED? 57:51

1M ago57:51

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165 Big league HR's? Check! Defensive star in the outfield? Yep! After hanging 'em up, he became the manager of the Frederick Keys? You betcha Does he have stories? Well, if you want to hear stories about Roger Clemens, Torii Hunter, Shannan Stewart, and how he played the ball off the "baggie" in the Metrodome, then you know what to do. Download an…

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two laptops and a microphone (jen scumaci) 50:30

1M ago50:30

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today on the pod i sit down with jen scumaci — strategist, former DJ, and host of creative mornings portsmouth. we talk about daisy age hip hop, kevin smith, sensing a vibe, making a playlist, being a person. i’m a juror at an upcoming film festival - the creative guts film festival, which will be held on friday, august 22nd at red river theaters i…

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Creators Corner Bonus Episode Beyond the Pages: Exploring Braxton Cosby's Creative Universe 1:33:37

1M ago1:33:37

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Gear up, geeks! On this episode of 2 Geeks and a Microphone, we're plugging into the electric world of Punkdroid Volume II with its visionary creator, Christian Douglas. Christian, known for his work on Pinochia, returns to unveil the next chapter of his gritty, high-octane cyberpunk saga. Join Mike and Stephen as they get the exclusive scoop on Ch…

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Ep 328: Benchies, Beanies, and Back to the Future 44:25

1M ago44:25

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This week, Hackaday's Elliot Williams and Kristina Panos joined forces to bring you the latest news, mystery sound, and of course, a big bunch of hacks from the previous week. In Hackaday news, the One Hertz Challenge ticks on. You have until Tuesday, August 19th to show us what you've got, so head over to Hackaday.IO and get started now! In other …

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Closing Reflections on The Seagull Thesis 1:15:44

1M ago1:15:44

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A minute by minute critical analysis of the emotions I felt following a false accusation of not flushing a toilet after defecation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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SAMMIE COATES, the deep threat WR from the Pittsburgh Steelers (and Auburn University) touches down on The Approach Shot 55:47

1M ago55:47

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If you stand next to Sammie Coates, you'll feel the energy and can almost see the light from his meteoric rise from college standout at Auburn to his brilliant moments with the Pittsburgh Steelers. But like all bright lights in the sky, his glow faded too soon. But not his sense of humor! That's when THIS meteor took on a new role as football coach…

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Ep 327: A Ploopy Knob, Rube-Goldberg Book Scanner, Hard Drives And Power Grids Oscillating Out Of Control 1:09:26

2M ago1:09:26

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It's Independence Day here in the USA, but if you're not a fan of fireworks and hot dogs, Elliot and Dan's rundown of the best hacks of the week is certainly something to celebrate. Rest easy, because nothing exploded, not even the pneumatic standing desk that [Matthias] tore into, nor the electroplated 3D prints that [H3NDRIK] took a blowtorch to.…

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Haunt me with the Ghost of a Tree 1:06:48

2M ago1:06:48

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A 15th century saint who would dream about christ penetrating her heart. A 380 million year old extinction event where the plants couldn't decompose when they died Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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#278 - Road to Superman: Man of Steel - Love It or Loathe It? 1:04:23

2M ago1:04:23

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The "Road to Superman" continues! This week, with Mike away camping, Stephen is joined by special guest and comic creator Jeofrey Cotton for a deep dive into Zack Snyder's Man of Steel. This polarizing film kickstarted the DCEU and sparked endless debate among fans. Do its dark themes and deconstructed take on the Last Son of Krypton hit the mark, …

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Ep 326: A DIY Pockel Cell, Funny Materials to 3D Print With, and Pwning a Nissan Leaf 54:17

2M ago54:17

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Time for another European flavoured Hackaday Podcast this week, as Elliot Williams is joined by Jenny List, two writers sweltering in the humidity of a Central European summer. Both of our fans and air conditioners made enough noise to be picked up on the microphone when they were turned on, so we're suffering for your entertainment. The big Hackad…

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yes chef 58:53

2M ago58:53

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The new season of The Bear is out today, and so I gathered a few folks to talk about the great music choices on that show. Plus we also talked about some other stuff. CW: There’s a discussion of suicide in our third segment. Mackenzie/Tezeta (Nostalgia)/Brian Wilson RIP 02:23 Lindsay/Spiders (Kidsmoke)/Tear Gas 23:02 Zac Parsons/Save It For Later/L…

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Frankie Boyle 1:31:27

2M ago1:31:27

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I chat with the legendary author and comedian Frankie Boyle in his hometown of Glasgow Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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#277 - Road to Superman: All-Star Superman - Does It Shine Bright? 1:15:19

2M ago1:15:19

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Join Mike and Stephen on the first stop of their "Road to Superman" as they soar into the beloved All-Star Superman comic series! Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely's acclaimed run is often hailed as a modern masterpiece, but does it truly live up to its legendary status? Tune in as the geeks break down this iconic story, debating its impact, its por…

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