Relentlessly active indie improv rock duo Rainbow Room join us on the show to discuss how they have written and released 300 songs in two years, and they create a brand new song, entirely mixed and produced, live during the recording of the episode! Then, serial (cereal?) dom Gillian Madison stops in to discuss how she satisfies some of the world's most beloved mascots. Finally, our friend Billy updates us on the progress of his Bucket List.

Credits: Jheremie Jacque, Bryan Akcasu, Amy Oprean

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Pop-punk band Two Way Petting Zoo join us on the show this week to discuss their new EP "Down But Not Out" and which 90's cartoon character they would most like to enter a loving relationship with. Then, Shoshlizabeth discusses her new performance space in Southwest Detroit and makes everyone very uncomfortable. Finally, Beatrice Montgomery brings some advice for surviving the cold months in Michigan.

Credits: Paul Clauson, Travis Conte, Kevin Conte, Eric Klug, Nick Crestwood

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It's another Planet Ant Podcasts crossover episode! This time, the cast of Kumquat Corner, a political pundit satire show, join us to discuss each other journeys with theatre and improv, as well as how the show was formed. Then, we debut a brand new special episode of The Kumquat Corner that discusses the topic of "Public Nudity." Also, Michael's cousin Eddie is still lost and looking to see if anyone knows about MDVH!

Credits: Dez Walker, Heather Sejnow, Jennifer Horne, Tom Stineman

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Another year, another MDVH Christmas Special! This year, humble laborer Miguel Mancillas joins us to fantasize about the kind of Christmas he wishes he could have. Then, Andrew Kringle drops in to break down the decades-long quest he's had to reunite with his long lost father, Kris Kringle - that's right, the Big Beard himself!

Credits: Quintin Hicks, Nick Latimer

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Blues rock comedy band The Plaqueys join us on the show to discuss how their band came to be during a family vacation, and how they set a tradition to make a new E.P every year. Then, Tik Tok consultant Paul Frente gives us hot tips on how to get big on the platform. Finally, our show gets hijacked by one of Micheal’s arch-nemeses.

Credits: Troy Zweifler, Zach Zweifler, Caleb Zweifler, Ryan Westbrook

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Jessica Cooper and Alex Suriano of the Planet Ant Podcasts show Detroit Strange join us over Mimosas to discuss the strange and unusual history of Detroit, some of their favorite weird stories, and discuss what happened to Jimmy Hoffa! Then, former manager of the Southern Baptist Women’s Choir, Edgar joins us on the show after many years of absence. Also, a preview of Halo Audiobooks’ production of ‘Moby Dick’!

Credits: Jessica Cooper, Alex Suriano, Ray Duprey

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It’s time to ring in the Holiday Season with The Michael Duprey Variety Hour. Musician and comedian Dustin Gardner of SHOE. joins us on the show to discuss returning to the comedy scene and the struggles of having a common band name. Then bar and opium den operator Shushna joins us to discuss the underground bar scene in Hamtramck. Also, Mikey shows his sexy side with Mikey Loveswell’s Romance and Horoscope Hour.

Credits: Dustin Gardner, JB

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Rock & Roll band Edison Hollow join us on the show to discuss their upcoming album, the comeback of Ozzy Osbourne, and their mixed feelings on Greta Van Fleet. Then, Anti-Thanksgiving Advocate McArthur Dunbury pitches his ideas for how to make his most hated holiday much better. Also, Tom Bergeron takes to the streets to taste test a delicious new drink with average people!

Credits: Tyler Chernoff, Aaryn lindow, Jordon Stockdale, Anthony Coates

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We celebrate our Third Anniversary by bringing back some old friends, including Presidential Candidate of 2020 Kennedy Cannady, who discusses the current political climate, as well as Criminal Lawyer Jimmy Croose, who weighs in on some of the scandals that might hurt Kennedy's campaign. Finally, we welcome someone who may be our first ever sculptor: Tyler White!

Credits: Lauren Duprey, Matt Morley, Ray Duprey

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Pop Rock duo Barelyon join us on the show to discuss combining the musical styles of Motown with the Big Apple and what Thanksgiving dish they would eliminate from the Thanksgiving canon. Then, surfer bro Brody Mackerel discusses officiating a wedding in the middle of Lake Superior. Finally, Sally Salads confronts the creator of the Sound Salad System.

Credits: Leona CW, Brion RGB, Mitch Haba

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