Best Unspoken Requests Podcasts (2025)

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Gender Identity Part 1. 1:25:25

3M ago1:25:25

1:25:25

We spend this entire episode diving into some of the complicated issues that surround the gender conversation in our culture. Drew outlines a biblical worldview of gender from Genesis and we discuss the biblical, scientific, and practical reasons why there are only 2 genders. We also spend time digging into what motivates people to embrace the worl…

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The "unspoken" prayer request. 1:56:17

5M ago1:56:17

1:56:17

In this episode, Mark and Drew dive into the deep and often misunderstood complexities that surround a very common question that Drew gets while out speaking... what about masturbation? Well, here you go. The aforementioned... "unspoken" prayer request... as well as all of the complex nuance, deep insights, snarky comments, unique puns, and as much…

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Tough questions on the church and sexuality. 1:51:27

6M ago1:51:27

1:51:27

In this episode we cover a few difficult questions about how the church supports and interacts with those who identify as LGBTQ+. What type of ministries help reach this community? How do we have meaningful conversations with people who have walked away from the church because of their sexual identity, but are still in relationship with you?…

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President Trump says "two genders!" The impact on the church and key questions that follow. 1:40:11

7M ago1:40:11

1:40:11

This podcast is an in-depth look at how we need to balance truth with love. It seems that church is triumphant in President Trump proclaiming two genders... but this brings other challenges and new opportunities. We discuss both. We will also address some challenging questions that Drew was recently asked at a pastors retreat in Butte, MT: How do w…

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Sexual Politics 1:43:06

10M ago1:43:06

1:43:06

No one wants to talk politics in and around the church (or some want to talk way too much). Heading into the election, we need to have a conversation about how policy in politics affects our freedoms and daily life. We will discuss the policies around "conversion therapy," the trans ideology that permeates popular media and children's education, an…

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Introducing Beyond the Talk 1:08:21

10M ago1:08:21

1:08:21

On this episode of Beyond the Talk, Drew Berryessa, Executive Director of A Living Letter Ministries, and Mark Kroeker, the Worship & Creative Pastor at Christ Community Church in Carmichael, discuss the vision and heart behind the new podcast. Buckle up as we take on new conversations on biblical sexuality and seek to humbly understand the heart o…

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Untitled

1y ago

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Jared and Mike return to their new, state-of-the-art studio, this time with guests Amy O and Glenn Myers, whose recent collaborative efforts resulted, in part, in Amy’s latests album, Mirror, Reflect. https://archive.org/download/ur-152-pv/UR%20152-pv.mp3By Tan Van Tour Talk: How To Be a Band

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Episode 151 with guests Melody Deusner (art historian, rug maker) and Laura Stockwell (comedian)

1y ago

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Jared and Mike are not “back” this time, per se…because they’re in a brand new studio space for the very first time! And, they’re not alone…they’re joined by author, art historian, and rug maker, Melody Deusner, and comedian, Laura Stockwell! B’loonies, Looksmaxxing, aesthetics, chocolate frogs…all of this and MORE on Unspoken Requests episode 151.…

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Episode 150 with guest Megan MacDonald (History Center Research Librarian)

1y ago

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How small can a ghost be? What time does Burger King close? How do you properly judge a child’s genealogy? All these questions and more as Jared and Mike talk to Megan Macdonald, research librarian from the Monroe County History Center! https://archive.org/download/ur-150-pv/UR%20150-pv.mp3By Tan Van Tour Talk: How To Be a Band

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Episode 149 with guests Scott Ferguson and Jack Andrews of Swan Wash

1y ago

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Swan Wash is here! And frankly, a wide variety of topics are covered during this lengthy conversation. Local music politics, the death of the middle American small town, middle names, energy drinks…but the main thing you should take away is that Swan Wash has a new album out and it’s called “Shadow Shadow“! https://archive.org/download/ur-149-pv/UR…

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Episode 148 with guest Mat Alano-Martin (from the world of comedy)

1+ y ago

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Bloomington’s own Mat Alano-Martin returns to the show to tell us all about the upcoming Limestone Comedy Fest, and to discuss christian ska. https://archive.org/download/ur-148-pv/UR%20148-pv.mp3By Tan Van Tour Talk: How To Be a Band

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So, what should we do?!?! 58:19

1+ y ago58:19

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In a recent speaking engagement, a pastor brought up a very difficult and real life situation with Drew, one that is getting more and more common. The dialogue is seeking to help provide biblical wisdom for whether it is ok or even biblical to baptize a lesbian couple who asked to be baptized. Check out our hour long dialogue as we seek to unpack w…

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Episode 147 with guests Christine Brackenhoff & Abby Noroozi (out-going and in-coming WFHB Music Directors, respectively)

1+ y ago

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Three weeks in a row! Its an embarassment of radio riches! This week, Jared and Mike get into the nitty gritty with Christine Brackenhoff & Abby Noroozi to find out just how the community radio sausage is made. Did you know; community radio stations don’t actually make any sausage at all?!? Learn that fact, and others on this week’s episode of Unsp…

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Episode 146 with guests Rick Sebak (public TV hero), Lewis Rogers (local ne’erdowell), and Scott Kirkpatrick (wine maker)

1+ y ago

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It’s WFHB fund drive season, bb!! So, here’s a bonus episode fer ya. Jared and Mike are joined live-to-tape-via-satellite by none other than THE Rick Sebak to talk about his TV career, and upcoming (first ever!) visit to Bloomington. Lewis Rogers stops by to talk about the joys of community radio, and formerly-local Napa Valley wine maker, Scott Ki…

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Episode 145 with no guests, but still!

1+ y ago

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They’ve made one hundred and forty-five of these things?? You heard right, folks! Join Jared and Mike in the studio as they listen to records and discuss such illuminating topics as; Jared’s return to auto maintenance, eclipse traffic, reward program schemes, and much, much more! https://archive.org/download/ur-145-pv/UR%20145-pv.mp3…

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Episode 144 with guests Josephine McRobbie & Joseph O’Connell (Gibson & Toutant), and Josh Brewer and Addison Rogers (Cicada Cinema)

1+ y ago

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It’s Wednesday night all over the world! This week, Jared and Mike are joined by Josephine McRobbie and Joseph O’Connell, aka Gibson & Toutant, to talk about their new album, On The Green. BUT WAIT, THAT’S NOT ALL!! Josh Brewer and Addison Rogers are also in the studio on behalf of Cicada Cinema to tell us all about the upcoming visit and film fest…

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Episode 143 with guest Alex “Bev” Swartzentruber (cohost, “It’s a Beautiful Day In The Gulch”)

1+ y ago

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Jared and Mike have returned yet again to make the show. This go round, they’re joined by the ever-charming Alex Swartzentruber to talk about fast food breakfast, Jared’s unfounded, slanderous, accusations against Mike, documentary films, and much much more! https://archive.org/download/ur-143-pv/UR%20143-pv.mp3…

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Can we have the humility and mercy to live in the tension? A continued conversation on Alister Begg and Drew's response in the Christian Post. 1:18:22

1+ y ago1:18:22

1:18:22

We process Drew's recent articles in Christian Post and seek to understand how to live in the nuances of life and theology around people who struggle LGBTQ identities and the struggle of how to be a christian witness.

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Episode 142 with guest Kora Puckett (musician)

1+ y ago

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For the 142nd time, Jared and Mike are BACK, BABY!! This time they jaw with musician Kora Puckett about his new EP, “3 Songs”, and then later talk about Mike’s recent elective cosmetic surgery. https://archive.org/download/ur-142-pv/UR%20142-PV.mp3By Tan Van Tour Talk: How To Be a Band

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Does Alistair Begg have a point about gay weddings? Let's discuss. 57:44

1+ y ago57:44

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In an episode of the dialogue session, Executive Director of A Living Letter, Drew Berryessa and podcast co-host Mark Kroeker, discuss Drews op-ed with the Christian Post. We talk through the pushback that Drew has received and do our best to relate to the various perspectives that are being shared. Take a listen and check out the ministry at alivi…

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Episode 141 with guest Addison Rogers (Locally Living Legend)

1+ y ago

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Jared and Mike are – you’re not gonna believe this – back! And this time they’re talking to Addison Rogers about french fry containers, hotdog preparation, terms of endearment, Terms of Endearment, and much, much more! https://archive.org/download/ur-141-pv/UR%20141-pv.mp3By Tan Van Tour Talk: How To Be a Band

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Episode 140 with guests Anna & Aaron Denton

1+ y ago

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Jared and Mike are back! This time, they’re joined by local mainstays, Anna & Aaron Denton, who hold the distinction of being guests on this show more times than anyone else. Topics of discussion include; all of the George Foremen, Optometrist vs Dentist, and more! https://archive.org/download/ur-140-pv/UR%20140-pv.mp3…

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Episode 139 with guests Eric Deines & John Williamson (Ulyssa), and Craig Peyton (musician)

1+ y ago

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Jared and Mike are back in the studio, this time with three, living, in-person guests! From art project/record label, Ulyssa, Eric Deines and John Williamson, alongside musician Craig Peyton to talk about his brand new life-spanning compilation, Overflight! https://archive.org/download/ur-139-pv/UR%20139-pv.mp3…

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Episode 138 with guests Gregg Turkington & Erik Paparozzi (Neil Hamburger Presents: Seasonal Depression Suite)

1+ y ago

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Jared and Mike are joined LIVE via satellite by Gregg Turkington and Erik Paparozzi to discuss their new album; Neil Hamburger Presents: Seasonal Depression Suite! https://archive.org/download/ur-138-pv/UR%20138-pv.mp3By Tan Van Tour Talk: How To Be a Band

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Episode 137 with guests Jordan Davis (No Dishes Podcast), Addison Rogers & Alex Swartzentruber (Busman’s Holiday)

2y ago

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Jared is in heaven as his favorite local podcast host, Jordan Davis, joins us in the studio to talk Bloomington Restaurants and tell us about his podcast, No Dishes. Then, Jared and Mike get a call from Busman’s Holiday to check in from the road! https://archive.org/download/ur-137-pv/UR%20137-pv.mp3…

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Episode 136 with guest Dave Hill (author)

2y ago

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Jared and Mike are at it again! This time with their old pal, author, comedian, and musician, Dave Hill to talk about his new book, The Awesome Game. https://archive.org/download/ur-136-pv/UR%20136-pv.mp3By Tan Van Tour Talk: How To Be a Band

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Episode 135, Happy Birthday In Hell!

2y ago

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Jared and Mike make their triumphant return to the studio to find out; what is the meaning of the word, “spooky”, who is in Hell and are they having a happy birthday, have you ever been to someplace haunted? And much, much more! Well, maybe not “much much”, but at least “much”, probably! https://archive.org/download/ur-135-pv/UR%20135-pv.mp3…

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Episode 134 with guests Addison Rogers and David Woodruff

2y ago

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Jared and Mike are still back! Strap into episode 134 for the California Saga pt 2, and illuminating insights from guests Addison Rogers and David Woodruff! https://archive.org/download/ur-134-pv/UR%20134-pv.mp3By Tan Van Tour Talk: How To Be a Band

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Episode 133 – The California Saga, Part I

2y ago

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Jared and Mike have returned from California with wild tales of the American west. https://archive.org/download/ur-133-pv/UR%20133-pv.mp3By Tan Van Tour Talk: How To Be a Band

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Episode 132 with no guests, but Mike does gripe about the conveniences of the modern world

2y ago

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Jared and Mike are back in the studio, and Jared is too tired for Mike’s bad attitude. https://archive.org/download/ur-132-pv/UR%20132-pv.mp3By Tan Van Tour Talk: How To Be a Band

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Episode 131 with a big announcement!

2y ago

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All the guests had to bail due to legitimate unforseen circumstances, but Jared and Mike persevere, nonetheless. Also, there’s a commercial at the top of the show for Mike’s new album, Guess For Thrills, and you can find out all about it here: www.mikeadamsathishonestweight.bandcamp.com https://archive.org/download/ur-131-pv/UR%20131-pv.mp3…

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Episode 130 with guest Bethy Squires (Hollywood Journalist)

2y ago

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Jared and Mike return to the studio to chat with their old pal, Bethy Squires, who gives them a feet-on-the-ground update regarding showbiz’s ongoing WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. https://archive.org/download/ur-130-pv/UR%20130-pv.mp3By Tan Van Tour Talk: How To Be a Band

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Episode 129 with guest Rachel Lichtman (Programme 4)

2y ago

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What a treat! Jared and Mike return to the studio where they are joined LIVE via satellite by none other than the incomparable Rachel Lichtman! Rachel is here to tell us all about her brand new venture called Programme 4, which Jared and Mike love to death and can’t stop gushing about. For real, watch Programme 4 right away, you won’t regret it, es…

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Episode 128 with guests Joan LeMay & Alex Pappademas (illustrator & author of a great new Steely Dan book), and Jim Manion (WFHB co-founder, the DIY Project, true Bloomington Legend)

2y ago

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Jared and Mike have a big one going for you this week! In hour one, they’re joined live via satellite by illustrator Joan LeMay and author Alex Pappademas to discuss their new book, Quantum Criminals: Ramblers, Wild Gamblers, and Other Sole Survivors from the Songs of Steely Dan. Then, after midnight, they’re joined live in the studio by none other…

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Episode 127 with no guest

2y ago

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What do you think “Chicotlplay” could possibly mean?? Tune in to this week’s Unspoken Requests to find out that Jared and Mike also do not know. https://archive.org/download/ur-127-pv/UR%20127-pv.mp3By Tan Van Tour Talk: How To Be a Band

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Episode 126 with guest Jared Thompson (The Comedy Attic, Limestone Comedy Fest, Caveat Emptor)

2y ago

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This week, Jared and Mike welcome Jared Thompson back to the show to briefly touch on his stakes in The Comedy Attic, Limestone Comedy Fest, and Caveat Emptor, in the midst of mostly talking about The Grateful Dead. https://archive.org/download/ur-126-pv/UR%20126-pv.mp3By Tan Van Tour Talk: How To Be a Band

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Episode 125 with guest Mike McAfee (Executive Director – “Visit Bloomington”)

2+ y ago

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Jared and Mike return to the studio with special guest Mike McAfee of “Visit Bloomington” to talk about the Bloomington Music Expo, the Cosmic Songwriter Festival, and much more (including the pricing structure of some local buffalo wings, believe it or not…) https://archive.org/download/ur-125-pv/UR%20125-PV.mp3…

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Episode 124 with guests Cole Radrick (pro wrestler) & Asa Adams (amateur child)

2+ y ago

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In hour one, Jared and Mike interview professional wrestler, The King of Wreck Shit Mountain, The Raddy Daddy, Cole Radrick! In hour two, Jared, Mike, and Mike’s son, Asa, tell the harrowing tale of attending Cole’s most recent show in Spencer, IN. https://archive.org/download/ur-124-pv/UR%20124-PV.mp3…

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Episode 123 with guest Chris Schlarb (Psychic Temple, BIG EGO)

2+ y ago

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“Hello, Operator? Get me California, USA!” Jared and Mike are joined via long-distance phone call by none other than the legendary Chris Schlarb of Psychic Temple / BIG EGO studios & records fame! https://archive.org/download/ur-123-pv/UR%20123-PV.mp3By Tan Van Tour Talk: How To Be a Band

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Episode 122 (with no guest)

2+ y ago

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After an emotional two-week break full of high-highs and low-lows, Jared and Mike reconvene in the studio to jaw on and on about death, birth, music, and god knows what else. https://archive.org/download/ur-122-pv/UR%20122-PV.mp3By Tan Van Tour Talk: How To Be a Band

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Episode 121 with guest Kahler Willits (possibly the world’s #2 biggest Babyface fan)

2+ y ago

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It’s Wednesday night all over the world! Join Jared and Mike for this very special episode of Unspoken Requests where they take a deep dive into the musical world of Indiana’s own Kenneth “Babyface” Edmonds thanks to the expertise of local musician and record store clerk, Kahler Willits. https://archive.org/download/ur-121-pv/UR%20121-PV.mp3…

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Episode 120 with guests Ben Lumsdaine (again) and Anna & Aaron Denton (again)

2+ y ago

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As the old adage goes, “If at first you don’t succeed, make the unprecedented decision to have the same guest on your show two weeks in row!”. And it’s in that spirit that Jared and Mike have invited Ben Lumsdaine back onto the program! Only this time, he’s being lovingly supported and guided by old pals of Unspoken Requests, Anna and Aaron Denton.…

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Episode 119 with guest Ben Lumsdaine (Hollywood success story)

2+ y ago

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Jared and Mike are back in the studio once again! This go-round with Ben Lumsdaine, who is an accomplished drummer and record producer. But, they don’t really talk much about that stuff. Mostly, it’s about breakfast. https://archive.org/download/ur-119-pv/UR%20119-PV.mp3By Tan Van Tour Talk: How To Be a Band

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Episode 118 with guest Mat Alano-Martin (professional comedian)

2+ y ago

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Jared and Mike are up to their old tricks again, and this time they’re joined by professional comedian and old pal, Mat Alano-Martin, whose new comedy special, Tango In Philly, is available now on you tube dot com! https://archive.org/download/ur-118-pv/UR%20118-PV.mp3By Tan Van Tour Talk: How To Be a Band

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Episode 117 with no guest

2+ y ago

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After canceling last week’s recording at the 11th hour due to an illness – which would have featured a great guest, by the way – Jared and Mike have returned to the studio, germ free, and sadly, guest free. It’s still a pretty fun time, though! https://archive.org/download/ur-117-pv/UR%20117-PV.mp3By Tan Van Tour Talk: How To Be a Band

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Episode 116 with guest David Brown (piece-maker)

2+ y ago

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It’s Wednesday night, all over the world! This week, Jared and Mike welcome prolific songwriter, home-recordist, and hill person, David Brown, on to the show to discuss his fantastic new album, New Bird Sounds. https://archive.org/download/ur-116-pv/UR%20116-PV.mp3By Tan Van Tour Talk: How To Be a Band

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Episode 115 with no guest to speak of

2+ y ago

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Jared and Mike return to the studio, only to find that half the Penguin Point restaurant locations have been shuttered, AND that today is Lou Rawls’ birthday in Heaven. https://archive.org/download/ur-115-pv/UR%20115%20PV.mp3By Tan Van Tour Talk: How To Be a Band

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Episode 114 with guest Stephen Deusner (author, journalist)

3y ago

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One-hundred-fourteen times Jared and Mike have done this show now, and unbelievably…it remains as fresh as ever! Tonight’s guest is none other than local music critic, journalist, and author, Stephen Deusner, who is joining us to talk about his new book, Where The Devil Don’t Stay: Traveling The South With The Drive-By Truckers. https://archive.org…

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Episode 113 with guests Busman’s Holiday (entertainment act)

3y ago

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Big wheel keep on toinin’, ya know? Jared and Mike have managed to pry themselves back into the studio; this time with special guests, Lewis and Addison Rogers of local world famous music entertainment act, Busman’s Holiday. https://archive.org/download/ur-113-pv/UR%20113-pv.mp3By Tan Van Tour Talk: How To Be a Band

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Episode 112 with no guests

3y ago

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After a month-long absence due to the novel coronavirus, Jared and Mike are back and weaker than ever! https://archive.org/download/ur-112-pv/UR%20112-pv.mp3By Tan Van Tour Talk: How To Be a Band

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