Amanda Shares how she went from sketch comedy to stand up , the good nights and the not so good nights, her comedy style , her writing process , being brave vs. feeling foolish , and she even helps me out with my attempts at crafting jokes .

Schmitty is the Chicago man that is hard to resist . His love for music , especially Michael McDermott , his love of people and bringing them together , and his big , contagious life force - are all on display here for us to enjoy .

It's Christmas, almost 2024. Sharon and Maddie ( minty) are alone together . Good time to talk about their life story, learning how to navigate this world together, similarities and differences with family members , and the journey they've had so far. . And we never figure out why Julie Andrews keeps visiting me in my dreams .

I meet Ralf and Ute in Chicago for 3 Michael Mcdermott shows in Christmas time , 2023. Topics include : love for music , adventures following Michael , how they met , life in Germany , what makes marriage work , god , and the importance of kitchen appliances.

Sharon tells us her comedy trajectory, from earlier days to being a headliner , and also why comedians aren't always great in bed . A conversation that pulls back the curtain a bit about life in comedy . Check her website : simonsayslaugh.com

From her early days in Cuba, to moving and building a brand new life in America , to her marriage , to kids and grandchildren, to how Judaism shaped her life with meaning and purpose , Betty shares all this and more in this engaging and life affirming conversation .

John talks about what’s it’s like to play the great music of the cars , his own musical journey , how he found his band , tribute bands vs. original music , what he means by “ stepping over the wood”, and how is he is having the time of his life playing great music.

Jennifer doesn’t have any trouble being an open book. She somehow manages to blend organic chemistry, public health, concussions and theater acting into one person. She gets the award for making being a nerd cool again

Adam November makes jamming a joyride , as anyone who sees him in Karina Rykman’s band already knows . He discusses what it’s like to play festivals versus smaller stages, his influences, recording the joyride record, his guitar technique, and the experience and thrill of being in an exciting band on and off stage..

Noku - 22 years old and wise beyond her years - on her great song “ faded “, on song writing, on her musical family , on her adventures , on her perspective , and on being the fisherman rather than the hunter …. Listen to “ faded “ https://spotify.link/TGlhxFVq5Cb