My First Rodeo Podcast
Professional firsts, life achievement and more
Episodes
A touring theatre comedian out of Nashville, Tennessee, Lee has two successful DryBar comedy specials.
Mike and Lee talk, comedy entrepreneurship, creating opportunities vs. being angry about the opportunities that don't come, television work, upbringing, lacking luxury but being provided for and encouraged, and growth.
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The millennial president is on this episode.
He became the 30th president of Edward Waters College, now University, in 2018.
Since then he’s shaken things up for EWU and the entire HBCU world.
He is enthusiastic, thoughtful, demanding of himself and others, and above all passionate.
Want to find out how he got that way?
Check it out!
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When it comes to news reporting, Alex Ebert is at the same time a throwback to old school journalism and a foreshadowing of what newsrooms are becoming.
Perspective, exuberance, how stories impact the lives of real people and the judicial process, learning from mistakes, pursuing passion, and work life balance.
This episode has it all.
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This episode is all about leadership and service.
No one better exemplifies both than the man who has led at the highest levels of PepsiCo, Eastman Kodak, Bristol Myers Squibb, Johnson & Johnson, and now his own alma mater (and Mike”s too), Jacksonville University.
Passion, encouragement and loyalty feature prominently.
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You asked for it, you got it: a larger dose of the reality show that is produced for an audience of two in the home of a 56 year old comedian/lawyer and his 15 year old daughter.
This episode gives you a taste of the bantar, sarcasm, sharing, exploring and compassion that occurs daily in the home of two people from very different generations.
You will be as captivated by the intellect and candor of my sweet Sa...
From "The Tonight Show" to "Last Comic Standing" - from appearances on "That 70's Show," ""Scrubs," "Will & Grace," and "Agent Carter," - and from commercials for Honda, Heineken, Doritos and even Midol -- there is no shortage of firsts to discuss.
This high energy conversation covers a bunch.
From his upbringing in Greenville, Mississi...
Dave joins Mike to talk about the challenges and failures that inspired him to run over 3,400 miles --- coast to coast – in 80 days, run 7 marathons on 7 continents in 7 days, and to do triathlons every day for 32 days – all to raise money and awareness for charities!!!
His accomplishments, and impact through inspiration, too great to list. “His Game, His Rules!” “Accomplisher!” “Relevant!”
And he does it a...
As portrayed in the Hollywood feature film, “Brian Banks,” Brian was destined for football stardom when he was wrongfully accused of sexual assault and took his lawyer’s advice to plead “no contest.”
He spent the next six years in prison only to be exonerated when his accuser confessed to lying.
Brian shares with Mike how he persevered, continued to dream and to realize dreams.
This episode is about sy...
He’s performed on The Tonight Show, Letterman, Colbert, James Corden, Craig Fergusson and was a finalist on Last Comic standing.
Michael shares how making the family laugh around the dinner table and the encouragement of his parents gave him the confidence and patience to build a successful career as a Touring Stand-up Comedian.
Lot’s of great insight from one of the nicest guys in the comedy business.
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Get to know one of the consummate television news journalists of our day, her history, her heart and her approach to relaying the news and exploring personalities, stories and issues with compassion and objectivity.
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An informative and fun conversation about the unique piece of Americana and running lure that is The Boston Marathon.
Marc talks to Mike about his first Boston in 2003 as a Bandit, 17 Bostons since, fun facts about the race, the importance in finding beauty in imperfection and the intrinsic value of a beautiful question.
This episode is for runners and non-runners alike!
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If you or someone you know is battling cancer, you won’t want to miss this episode with Dr. John Oertle - a leading expert in advanced precision medicine and the Chief Medical Director at Envita Medical Centers in Arizona specializing in individualized outcome-based care models for chronic disease and integrative oncology.
Mike and Dr. Oertle talk cancer genomics, immunotherapy, and even chronic Lyme disease. Find out wh...
Boston Marathon Champion Jack Fultz sits down with Mike to lay out what it takes to win; the differences between success and winning and between competition and enemies.
Fultz lays out the formula to use a platform for the greater good and the psychology behind the athlete. You don’t want to miss these insights from the winner of the “run for the hoses.”
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Mike chats with two generations of actual rodeo royalty. Listen in to a conversation about practice, hard work, relationships, role models and family in an ageless sport where winning is the ultimate goal. And join Mike to celebrate the first season of the My First Rodeo Podcast.
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Comedy, TV, movies and even battle rapping - Rio Paris does it all with excellence.
In this episode, Rio and Mike talk about the best comedy advice, how to be kind and successful and how parenting changes everything.
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Meet the man who ran without any support from California to New York in just over 71 days. He then set the record for running Badwater - 147 miles in 73 hours.
And then ran through 26 states in 147 days straight.
Mike and Jay Chat about momentum, the importance of being unrelenting and why it’s best to order the food that a restaurant serves most!
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The business of comedy is on tap as we dive into the hilarious and unpredictable world of club ownership with guest Fred Pozin, the long time owner of The Comedy Zone.
We talk about the unique demands of comedians, from quirky rider requests, working with SNL comics and the rises and falls of comedy careers.
Fred shares captivating stories of working with legendary comedians, navigating the changing landscape of...
Today on the Podcast we have Congressman Aaron Bean, a rising star in Florida politics.
We reflect on Aaron's journey from being the youngest mayor in Fernandina Beach history to his current role as a U.S. Congressman.
They discuss Aaron's approach to politics, his unique use of humor, and his commitment to serving his constituents.
Aaron shares insights on the challenges of bipartisan cooper...
Ezra Freeman is a viral social media influencer and so much more. An actress, a tv star and a brand ambassador! She wraps them all into a bundle of energy and authenticity that is inspiring.
Learn about what makes her tick, what inspires her, how the world rewards her positivity and her amazing story of finding her birth family in the Country of Georgia after being trapped at sea for 67 days.
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Michael Siegel is a familiar face from the stage, memorable commercials and the big screen, including cult classic Killer Klowns From Outer Space.
Mike and Michael talk about their “first rodeo” together - the national tour of Camelot in the early 80’s, and Siegel’s many first rodeos since including comedy, circus, and immersive theater.
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