Learn about a world you probably never knew existed! From humble beginnings in Northern Minnesota, to racing at the highest professional level for Team Skidoo – to representing the United States as one of the top 32 Snocross racers IN THE WORLD at the X Games two years in a row – Frmr. Professional Snowmobile Racer, Phil Johnson joins us!!! He’ll talk about the sport, the road to his success, corporate sponsorship, the X Games, and more!

From the band Vixen, bass player and virtuoso, Share Ross steps aboard the bus! She “shares” her story of growing up as a classically trained jazz musician, and how a fateful trip to the Caribbean convinced her to switch her career path to the draw of bright lights, big cities, and the lush allure of ROCK AND ROLL! A remarkable guest, Share is funny, poignant, and a great hang. Sit back and enjoy the show!

A great episode today! Learn all about the world of wound care from Wound Care Nurse Practitioner, Kara Couch! Kara will address the issues for folks with chronic ulcers and skin lesions, all the way down to the best way to treat cutting yourself in the garage. An amazing journey into a world you’ve probably not paid much attention to—but need to!

From one of the biggest shows on television, “The Voice,” season 19 contestant (knocked out in the battle round, November 16, 2020) Aaron Scott steps aboard the tour bus! An unbelievable insider conversation about how the show works, what is like to live through the experience, and how it affects the contestants on a personal level. I know you’ll be riveted to what he has to say because I certainly was!

Hard to believe we’ve never had anyone from the world of education on the show—but we do now! Middle School Principal, Mike Chapes, steps aboard our school bus and talks about his job. He is responsible for 700+ students and 60+ staff, so his day-to-day is never quite predictable. Hear about the joys and the strains of being the person on charge…some of it will surprise you. A great guest talking about a tough job.

Drummer, Sandy Gennaro steps aboard the bus today, and what an amazing guest he is! Not only has he played with the likes of Cyndi Lauper, Joan Jett, The Monkees, Pat Travers, Bo Diddly… (I could go on!—but he has entered a second career of motivational speaking. When you listen to the interview, you’ll understand why. He’s a man who makes everyone around him better, including me on this episode!!

It’s New Year’s Eve! We will ring out 2020 and ring in 2021 by starting with some good clean living! Health involves both mental and physical wellness, so Yoga Expert and Certified Trainer—as well as Certified Ayurveda Practitioner--Nikki Estes steps board the bus to teach us what yoga is all about…and also why it’s necessary as we try to remove stress from our body & mind. A wonderful ambassador for the practice, you can learn more about Nikki and her studio/practice, Santosha Yoga & Ayurveda, on her personal or the business’ Facebook page. You can also visit online at www dot SantoshaYogaAyurveda dot com (you might just want to cut and paste).

When Trace Adkins needed a bass player, he looked to hire the best – and he got him! Berklee College of Music grad, and one of the best session musicians in Nashville, Luis Espaillat joins the show!!! Luis talks candidly about his experiences in the trenches in Nashville – a very difficult music market to break into. His successes and near misses are a good listen for anyone who wonders what it takes to make a living one song at a time. Fun guest who will be a friend of the show going forward, for sure!

The Christmas episode is (sort of?) here! Not a Christmas Extravaganza per se, but a solid guest nonetheless! From the Washington State Penal System, Prison Minister (Lutheran), Pastor Chris Ode steps aboard the Sleigh. Learn about the process of becoming and then working as a traditionally-placed Lutheran Minister, and then step behind the concrete walls and hear about tending to the incarcerated. Never a dull moment on “The Commute”!

One of the coolest cats in the rock and roll alley steps aboard the bus today to promote his new music—out JUST in time for Christmas! Consummate Rock Star, Jeff Pilson (Dokken, Foreigner) returns for his second appearance on the show. Last time was all about him, today we focused more on the album and the process of making a record during the pandemic. Check out his YouTube channel—hit the subscribe button and listen to all the great music he has to offer!