717 Social Club

717 Social Club episodes:

• 02.03.2021

  BONUS EPISODE: The Tarot Card Readings w/ Meredith

   This episode is a unique bonus one! Recorded after Meredith's psychic interview, she gave us here at the 717 social club tarot card readings! Will Mike ever find love? Will Melissa combat her childhood feelings? Will Mike be asked if...

  
• 12.23.2020

  Episode 34: Tis' The Season

  This is the last "normal" episode of 2020. We want to thank you to all the friends, families, strangers that support this show. We run through some guilty Christmas songs, recall Skippy being in our presence & do some local...

  
• 12.16.2020

  Episode 33: Skippy returns!

  Does Skippy look familiar to you?! He should! Skippy is only one of the most famous people in all of Lancaster, PA! He is always downtown and has a unique insight on both life and our city. Skippy explains how...

  
• 12.09.2020

  Episode 32: Still here (w/ Chris Hansen?!? kinda)

  Were back! Mike Hopes, Melissa and "Turkey Mike" Andrews reflect on the weekend. Mike Andrews changes his facebook relationship status on air and we have a special guest say hello! Enjoy! Credits: Intro/Outro/News theme: Ex Philo https://soundcloud.com/exphilo Closing Song: "Touch the Sky" Kanye...

  
• 12.02.2020

  Episode 31: w/ Meredith (Spiritual Feeler & Tarot Card Reader)

  This episode feels like we've finally become a well oiled machine! Our great guest Meredith speaks to us about her spiritual gifts, thoughts on the afterlife and most importantly gives us a new nickname for Mike Andrews. Credits: Intro/Outro/News theme: Ex...

  
• 11.25.2020

  Episode 30: The New One

  Were back. Happy 30 episode anniversary! Thanks for supporting the cause! Credits: Intro/Outro/News theme: Ex Philo https://soundcloud.com/exphilo Closing Song: "Thanksgiving Song" Adam Sandler Audio Engineer: Rachel [email protected] Sound Drops: Mike Andrews The UnderBaker: Melissa Schmidt That Guy: Mike Hopes Contact & Follow: Twitter & Facebook @717socialclub https://www.instagram.com/717socialclubpodcast/?hl=en [email protected]

  
• 11.19.2020

  Episode 29: Jill & Kristine (PA Prostate Cancer Coalition)

  This episode is brought to you via zoom as Mike Andrews and Melissa are doing the right thing by quarantining! They speak about how they are spending their time at home all while Mike Hopes talks spending his time playing...

  
• 11.11.2020

  Episode 28: Mike n' Mike do the beach

  Melissa carries the show as Mike and Mike are recovering from a fun, but very long weekend at the beach. Mike Hopes reminisces about what it was like being able to sit at an actual bar again! (For what he...

  
• 11.04.2020

  Episode 27: Is this the new Age?

  Mike, Mike and Melissa catchup after a 2 week break. This episode comes out on election day......hope we survived!  Credits: Intro/Outro/News theme: Ex Philo https://soundcloud.com/exphilo Closing Song: " End of the World" by REM Audio Engineer: Rachel [email protected] Sound Drops: Mike Andrews The UnderBaker: Melissa Schmidt King...

  
• 10.28.2020

  Episode 26: w/Al and Kristi (Mike Hopes' mom)

  Ever wonder what clearly went wrong in Mike Hopes' childhood that caused him to turn out this way? Is his sweet, funny, compassionate mother to blame? Probably not! But it's fun to talk about! Plus Mike's stepfather Al joins us...

  
• 10.21.2020

  Episode 25: w/ Aaron Bonk ( Renaissance performer, juggler, whip artist and more!)

  Melissa sets up our guest with Aaron Bonk! He's a full time artist and performer, talents include but aren't limited to throwing knifes and lighting one self on fire! Aaron gets into what it's like breaking Guinness book world records...

  
• 10.14.2020

  Episode 24: David Campbell (Local Bartender - Tellus 360, Yorgos & Tally-Ho)

  Ever wonder what it's like to be a bartender in Lancaster? Dave shares his experience being on the other side of the bar at Tellus 360, Yorgos, and Tally Ho. After we discuss his singing career, Melissa shares our experience at...

  
• 10.07.2020

  Episode 23: w/ Kyle (Talkin' Vegas All Day with KA podcast)

  Kyle returns with some more Las Vegas insight! He's starting a new video/podcast series "Talkin Vegas All Day with KA" and gives us our first glance at what to expect from the project. We also hold a special tribute to...

  
• 09.30.2020

  Episode 22: A Mixed Bag & discussing the local tragedy

  Melissa talks workout pole classes and follows it with another amazing cooking tip (Not at the same time).  Mike Hopes loses all credibility when he reveals how to fake being smart plus Mike Andrews even fits in the local news!...

  
• 09.23.2020

  Episode 21: w/ Ryan Jones (Writer & Dungeon Master)

  Ryan Jones is an improviser, writer and most importantly a local prominent Dungeon Master! Ryan shares his love of story telling, dating fellow players and the bizarre realm of "erotica RPGs."  We play a riveting game of "Drugs or Dragons"...

  
• 09.16.2020

  Episode 20: The Gang gets a mascot!

  Yes, you read that right. Mike Hopes shares the trials and tribulations of finding "Tuners the fox", the official 717 social club mascot.  We read messages from a fan as well as our old pal Skippy. Plus Melissa shares another...

  
• 09.09.2020

  Episode 19: Gavin Paul (Recovery from addiction)

  This episode is full of dogs, drugs and dumb decisions. Our good friend Gavin Paul joins us live in the studio...apartment to discuss improv and his struggle with sobriety. Gavin is a sweet, funny, charming guy and we hope you...

  
• 09.02.2020

  Episode 18: M3

  The trio is back! They discuss hard hitting topics like Lancaster corn, Mike's failed kiss attempts, Childhood traumas and lots of improv! Melissa shares a cooking tip while Mike finally gets around to finally doing the news! Shout out to...

  
• 08.26.2020

  Episode 17: Kyle (Former Coach & Las Vegas expert)

  Mike, Mike and Melissa are joined by Mike Hopes' lifting partner Kyle. Kyle talks his experience in the pool, Carrot Top and touches on the history of Las Vegas!  The 4 play a riveting game of "Buzzout" where contestants guess...

  
• 08.19.2020

  Episode 16: Mmm that's good! (Mike/Mike/Melissa get it?)

  Lot's of food talk on today's episode. From Dunkin' Donuts' bacon to Marion Court cuisine  and Mike Hopes rambles about eating sushi with suspicious men while in Japan.  Mike Hopes makes excuses for hanging out with Skippy Saturday evening and...

  
• 08.12.2020

  Episode 15: D Probst (Suicide Prevention, Auctioneer & head of D's Acres of Hope, an animal sanctuary/non-profit).

  D loves animals! That's why she is working on her passion project - an animal sanctuary for education and therapy. Sweet D talks her love of animals, future goals and asks our audience for help on deciding an official name...

  
• 08.05.2020

  Episode 14: w/ Melissa (Gracy's Baker & user of Suspension therapy)

  Mike Hopes introduces new friend of the show Melissa! Melissa is the girl referenced in a previous episode when she saved a group of kids from a local creep. She summarizes that story as well as her job as a...

  
• 07.29.2020

  EPISODE 13: Dorrin Gingerich (Local disabled artist)

  Since starting a local podcast, Dorrin Gingerich is someone we wanted to have on forever. He is  an amazing local artist who has struggled so much in his very short life. He fights daily with a muscle crumbling disease since...

  
• 07.22.2020

  Episode 12: Mike Check

  Mike Hopes and Mike Andrews catch up after not seeing one another for nearly 2 weeks. Hopes talks feeling better since recently returning to the gym and professional wrestling, including the dangerous death match style. Mike Andrews speaks about his...

  
• 07.15.2020

  Episode 11: Phill Stamper pt2 and Sheetz Vs Rutters Vs Wawa

  EPISODE 11: Mike Hopes & Mike Andrews & Tommy return once again with Phil Stamper. The boys learn about Phil's movie roles thru a game of "2 Phils and a lie." We than do our 2nd food review with Sheetz vs...

  
• 07.06.2020

  Episode 10 w/Phil Stamper & the $1 Taco Bell Cravings challenge

  Let's celebrate us making it to 10 episodes! Mike Hopes is joined by Mike Andrews on sound, Tommy Boy and guest Phil Stamper. Phil is a pro wrestling personality who now dabbles in acting. He shares stories about backyard wrestling,...

  
• 06.24.2020

  Episode 9 w/ Jimmy Viola & The Necrosexual

  Jimmy Viola, childhood friend of Mike Hopes' is in the studio (apartment) alongside Mike Andrews. Jimmy works as a comedian, film creator and the traveling vessel for "The Necrosexual," a hard rocking, burlesque enthusiast Philadelphian folk hero. The best friends...

  
• 06.16.2020

  Episode 8: Tommy Kijak (former reddit.com/r/Lancaster mod and Lancaster Improv Member)

  Local star Tommy Kijak joins us on the podcast. Tommy is a former moderator on reddit.com/r/Lancaster, Lancaster Improv member and has done just about every job under the sun. The trio talk arrowheads, the Lancaster improv scene, Reddit drama, nerd...

  
• 06.10.2020

  Episode 7: Soundboard Chaos w/ Ex Philo

  We return from last week with a lighter, more humored filled episode. Ex Philo works the soundboard throughout the show with random drops and clips throughout. Topics discussed on this show include Scott Steiner, bad holiday candy, celebrities running for...

  
• 06.05.2020

  Episode 6: The "Downer" Episode.

  The podcast is finally up. This past week, Mike Hopes' friend passed away and he didn't have the ambition to finish it in time. We apologize and hope you understand in the delay. This episode has no segments or gimmicks,...

  
• 05.26.2020

  Episode 5: The Tale of Two Mikes (With Ex Philo & Skippy)

  Mike Hopes and Mike Andrews are back(With new mics none the less)! After a few weeks apart, the pair catch up on all things Lancaster. The two talk hair dye, missing wallets, Sheetz Vs. Rutters, Taco Bell breakfast revisited, Dean...

  
• 05.19.2020

  Episode 4 w/ Alex Park (Comedian/Musician) a.k.a. Ex Philo

  Mike Hopes thinks up the worst pick up lines to use during this quarantine before interviewing comedian, musician Alex Park  a.k.a. Ex Philo. Alex discuses his time working for Roburrito, the local liquor store (Dan Aykroyd visiting) as well as...

  
• 05.12.2020

  Episode 3 w/ Skippy

  This episode covers EVERYTHING. Mike Hopes and Mike Andrews discuss Umbrellas, Cinco De Mayo, Tacos, Trivia, Goat Yoga and more! Definitely play along with the awesome game of "Is this town of Lancaster or a Game of Thrones location?" As...

  
• 05.05.2020

  Episode 2: Interview with Dianna Shaffer (Re-Open PA Protest)

  Mike Hopes and Mike Andrews are back in this 2nd episode of the 717 Social Club Podcast. This episode features our first ever interview with Dianna Shaffer, featured on ABC news for her involvement with the "Re-Open PA" protest. Music...

  
• 04.25.2020

  Greetings

  Mike Hopes and Mike Andrews bring you the first ever episode of the 717 Social Club. The podcast introduces our hosts as well as discuss what to expect on future episodes based in Lancaster, PA. The podcast covers news, adventures...