Welcome to Uncommon Content; the podcast where we explore the extraordinary in the everyday. Join Michael as he delves into thought-provoking discussions from the intricacies of society, to the lighter side of life with stories about personal adventures and local legends. Each episode promises a unique blend of humor, critique, and insight on topics ranging from the power of perspective to the peculiar habits of our society. Whether it's analyzing the impact of empty government buildings, ce ...
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On this episode of Uncommon Content I discuss more writer’s block, tell a few pope jokes, and run a thought experiment on the shitshow that would occur if Trump died in office of natural causes.By Michael C. Durso
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Off The Reservation - Chapter 29 - A Walk In The City
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12:59Chapter 29 - A Walk In The City Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately detailing the reckless hijinks of a bipolar alcoholic with borderline personality disorder. This stranger-than-fiction true story spans over three decades, …
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Off The Reservation - Chapter 28 - The Animal
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15:38Chapter 28 - The Animal Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately detailing the reckless hijinks of a bipolar alcoholic with borderline personality disorder. This stranger-than-fiction true story spans over three decades, as Micha…
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This week on Uncommon Content we celebrate one year of the show! My goal for the first year was to generate 24 hours of original content, and the show has almost 30 hours and growing! There are only two chapters of Off The Reservation left to publish on the podcast. Thanks to everyone that has listened along! Season 3 of the podcast will start with…
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Off The Reservation - Chapter 27 - Morally Indefensible
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17:33Chapter 27 - Morally Indefensible Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately detailing the reckless hijinks of a bipolar alcoholic with borderline personality disorder. This stranger-than-fiction true story spans over three decades…
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Off The Reservation - Chapter 26 - Off The Reservation
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14:31Chapter 26 - Off The Reservation Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately detailing the reckless hijinks of a bipolar alcoholic with borderline personality disorder. This stranger-than-fiction true story spans over three decades,…
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This week on Uncommon Content, we discuss adopted dogs from the wrong side of the tracks, how beer and dogfood built St. Louis, farming as a future, and how much it costs to put a block of butter in space. My guest is Kenny Walthes. He is a Principal and the Director of Operations for Taylor Roofing. We discuss roofing, the trades as a whole, and a…
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Off The Reservation - Chapter 25 - Turn Out The Lights, The Party's Over
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15:35Chapter 25 - Turn Out The Lights, The Party's Over Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately detailing the reckless hijinks of a bipolar alcoholic with borderline personality disorder. This stranger-than-fiction true story spans o…
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This week on Uncommon Content, I discuss an embarrassing congress, property taxes, whether or not to form your own nation, and the actual state of our union. No guest this week. I wanted to give my own State of the Union Address. If I had the chance to speak to congress, this is a portion of what I would say. It was as fun as it sounds!…
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Off The Reservation - Chapter 24 - Someone Is Here
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11:37Chapter 24 - Someone Is Here Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately detailing the reckless hijinks of a bipolar alcoholic with borderline personality disorder. This stranger-than-fiction true story spans over three decades, as …
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This week on Uncommon Content, we discuss self-checkout statistics, whether or not aging gracefully is a good idea, dirt racing, cult classic movies from childhood, and hotel shenanigans. My guest is Shaun Spencer. He is the director of a hybrid retirement home and a kid at heart, so you couldn't ask for better perspective.…
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Off The Reservation - Chapter 23 - I Hate You, Don't Leave Me!
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16:41Chapter 23 - I Hate You, Don't Leave Me Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately detailing the reckless hijinks of a bipolar alcoholic with borderline personality disorder. This stranger-than-fiction true story spans over three d…
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This week on Uncommon Content, we discuss whether or not reality television is child abuse, the definition of virtue signaling, and if friendships can outlast relationships. My guest is Julia Yank. She is the artist formerly known as Mrs. Dank, the first mate on my lifeboat, and dog-mom to our pet velociraptor.…
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Off The Reservation - Chapter 22 - Kicking The Covers
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17:04Chapter 22 - Kicking The Covers Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately detailing the reckless hijinks of a bipolar alcoholic with borderline personality disorder. This stranger-than-fiction true story spans over three decades, …
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This week on Uncommon Content, I discuss the fundraising gap between breast and prostate cancer, covering dog tracks in the snow, why SNL and I are both fifty years old and neither of us is funny, and how to watch old movies with Tom Hanks now that I know he is racist and anti-Christian. I did not have a guest this week, but I will be back next wee…
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Off The Reservation - Chapter 21 - The Devil Gives Me A Better Job
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16:01Chapter 21 - The Devil Gives Me A Better Job Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately detailing the reckless hijinks of a bipolar alcoholic with borderline personality disorder. This stranger-than-fiction true story spans over th…
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This week on Uncommon Content, I discuss weight loss drugs for pets, veterinarian guilt trips, the loss of trust in America's institutions, and the necessity of alcohol for the development of civilization. My guest is Derik Reiser. He is the owner of Old Herald Restaurant & Brewery and Ardent Spirits Distillery. Our conversation revolves around how…
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Off The Reservation - Chapter 20 - Pretty Little Retard
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18:22Chapter 20 - Pretty Little Retard Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately detailing the reckless hijinks of a bipolar alcoholic with borderline personality disorder. This stranger-than-fiction true story spans over three decades…
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This week on Uncommon Content, I discuss the Pelosi's amazing investment strategy, Murphy's Law, and how people stealing from you use nice fuzzy names for the theft so you don't question them. I did not have a guest this week, unless you count the geese from the lake outside of my studio fighting for dominance. It sounds a lot like our leaders talk…
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Off The Reservation - Chapter 19 - God Gets Me A Job
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13:00Chapter 19 - God Gets Me A Job Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately detailing the reckless hijinks of a bipolar alcoholic with borderline personality disorder. This stranger-than-fiction true story spans over three decades, a…
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This week on Uncommon Content, we discuss the social media "we Zuck" apology tour, the nature of animal lovers, the challenges and successes of JD Vance, and the power of perspective in the Big Brothers Big Sisters of America. My guest is Kim Hocher. She is a great friend, wife, mother, grandmother, animal lover, entrepreneur, and Big Sister. Even …
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Off The Reservation - Chapter 18 - You Can't Fire Me, I Quit!
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23:21Chapter 18 - You Can't Fire Me, I Quit! Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately detailing the reckless hijinks of a bipolar alcoholic with borderline personality disorder. This stranger-than-fiction true story spans over three d…
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This week on Uncommon Content, we discuss empty government buildings, drinking like a gentleman, the progression of St. Louis into lawlessness, NFL friends, inaugural fashion, the pervasiveness of gambling, and the late-great Athina Miller. My guest today is Matt Eversgerd. He is a great friend with a rare zest for life and music. Matt spent fiftee…
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Off The Reservation - Chapter 17 - I'd Like A Mulligan, Please.
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12:58Chapter 17 - I'd Like a Mulligan, Please. Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately detailing the reckless hijinks of a bipolar alcoholic with borderline personality disorder. This stranger-than-fiction true story spans over three…
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This week on Uncommon Content, we discuss the death of the local store, education supply's demand, why I hate most lawyers, but love little horses, and the efficacy of saltwater thrown on fires and politicians. My guest today is Mary Jo Guinn. I have know her since childhood; she is a wife, mother, registered nurse, lawyer, and entrepreneur. She ha…
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Off The Reservation - Chapter 16 - The Restaurant
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This week on Uncommon Content, I discuss Jersey Shore aliens, snow days, surge pricing at grocery stores, and revisit the value of hair in the universe. I had no guest for this week. I didn't want to drag anybody out in the snow for my hobby. The last bit of this episode is from a show I did in August. If you didn't catch it the first time, give it…
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Off The Reservation - Chapter 15 - Zero Sum Gain
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This week on Uncommon Content, we discuss hopeful 2025 resolutions, finding a gym, food truck entrepreneurs, and meal insecurity around the world. My guest today is General John E. Michel (U.S.A.F. Retired). After 26 years in service to the Air Force, John has continued to help where it is needed by starting the Currency of Caring program and headi…
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Off The Reservation - Chapter 14 - Like A Penis, Only Smaller
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Off The Reservation - Chapter 13 - The Perfect Stall
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12:04Chapter 13 - The Perfect Stall Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately detailing the reckless hijinks of a bipolar alcoholic with borderline personality disorder. This stranger-than-fiction true story spans over three decades, a…
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This week on Uncommon Content, we discuss the absolute evil that is McKinsey & Company, being a mom, restaurant shenanigans, and how sobriety and faith can make your life better when you are ready. My guest this week is Jovanna Becker. She is a great friend and the first employee I hired at my last restaurant. She is currently the Bar Manager for C…
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Off The Reservation - Chapter 12 - Along For The Ride
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16:26Chapter 12 - Along For The Ride Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately detailing the reckless hijinks of a bipolar alcoholic with borderline personality disorder. This stranger-than-fiction true story spans over three decades, …
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This week on Uncommon Content, we discuss the status of college in society, why Black Rock wants your house, the disappearing labor force, and if having AI is better than having a degree. My guest this week Brendan McFarland. He is a 19 year-old Ironworker by trade, and I asked him to come on the show to give me some insight. Not just as a young tr…
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Off The Reservation - Chapter 11 - Wanderlust
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14:28Chapter 11 - Wanderlust Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately detailing the reckless hijinks of a bipolar alcoholic with borderline personality disorder. This stranger-than-fiction true story spans over three decades, as Micha…
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This week on Uncommon Content, we discuss mouse movers, working from home, the national debt, and how longtime friendships can feel more like brotherhood. My guest this week is Chad Booth. Chad has allowed me to rent a room in his house, on and off, for over 20 years. We didn’t even scratch the surface on stories, but he will be back.…
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Off The Reservation - Chapter 10 - I Am An Adult And I Have The Papers To Prove It
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12:48Chapter 10 - I Am An Adult And I Have The Papers To Prove It Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately detailing the reckless hijinks of a bipolar alcoholic with borderline personality disorder. This stranger-than-fiction true sto…
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This week on Uncommon Content, we discuss colorful breakfast cereals, chicken emotions, cultivation and homesteading basics, and the legal differences between hemp and cannabis. My guest this week is Eddie Mac. Eddie is a good friend and well-know cultivation expert with two green thumbs. He has adopted a basic homesteading lifestyle and intends to…
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Off The Reservation - Chapter 9 - Just Say No
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12:25Chapter 9 - Just Say No Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately detailing the reckless hijinks of a bipolar alcoholic with borderline personality disorder. This stranger-than-fiction true story spans over three decades, as Micha…
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This week on Uncommon Content, I discuss whether Eliza was the best online therapy choice, and how the Tyson fight reminded me that I am an old man now. My guests this week are the hosts of the podcast Aggressively Helpful, Dawn Ninness and Julia Yank. I produced their podcast in my studio, and they were kind enough to be my first guests. We discus…
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Off The Reservation - Chapter 8 - Freedom Has A Price
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20:59Chapter 8 - Freedom Has A Price Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately detailing the reckless hijinks of a bipolar alcoholic with borderline personality disorder. This stranger-than-fiction true story spans over three decades, …
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This week is the last episode of Uncommon Content's first season. The first season was all spoken word and I am grateful for everyone that listened. It was humbling. Moving forward, Uncommon Content will be a traditional interview style podcast. For this first interview, I asked my good friend Mitch Broader to come in and shoot some interview quest…
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Off The Reservation - Chapter 7 - Things Get A Little Uncomfortable
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This week on Uncommon Content, we discuss voting in the presidential election wearing a red hat or a red pantsuit, how I was right… again, tasty quail recipes, the right side of history, and my podcast loneliness.By Michael C. Durso
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Off The Reservation - Chapter 6 - Crime & Punishment
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This week on Uncommon Content, we discuss reasons I should be able to wear sweatpants in meetings, how Elon Musk is a genius and a free speech hero (even if the artist formerly known as Twitter is the Lord of the Flies), and if witches and hexes are more dangerous than razors in candy.By Michael C. Durso
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Off The Reservation - Chapter 5 - The Big House
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22:39Chapter 5 - The Big House Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately detailing the reckless hijinks of a bipolar alcoholic with borderline personality disorder. This stranger-than-fiction true story spans over three decades, as Mic…
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This week on Uncommon Content, I discuss the lack of belief in any God, and delve into the possibility that the need for God socially may be genetic as well as spiritual. If we have four genes that affect our musical ability, how many might we have for faith? As a bonus, I will give anyone that listens to this episode a $1000 gift certificate that …
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Off The Reservation - Chapter 4 - Stealing Home
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The U.S. Department Of OnlyFans Needs You!
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23:33There are four million creators on OnlyFans and 98% of them are adult channels. This week, Uncommon Content poses the question; why are boys still being told that they can’t and should never solve their problems with their fists, but girls are being told that solving their problems with their bodies is their sacred privilege?…
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