You Are The Guest Podcast

Eddie is a 28 year-old native of Dublin and hosts his own vidcast named TedPod. Eddie describes what Dublin is like, and some tips for people who visit Ireland. But the bulk of our conversation centers around Eddie's examination of the 9/11 truth movement and his theories as to who conducted the attacks on the World Trade Center, how they did it, and what their motive was. Eddie talks about the face-less elite, puppet governments, remote control commercial airliners, passengers being gassed, phone calls from the planes being electronically recreated, and the conspiracy that would be conducted by the mass media if someone came forward with information on this plot. Eddie asks me if I believe the attacks on the World Trade Center was an inside job, where do I see the world 10 years from now, and does money make you happier. By the way, you can hear me pounding my head on the desk at the 41:45 mark. Encore presentation from August 21, 2006

Samuel is a 19-year old blogger and podcaster from Canberra, Australia. Samuel and I talk about forum bullies and he tells of his negative experience with another blogger. Samuel describes the condition of Australia today, we find out what Australians are saying about the war between Israel and Hezbollah, and what is the biggest international concern of Australia. Samuel asks me to share a weird dream that I had recently, what advice could I give to someone that wants to start their own podcast, and if I had the power to change one thing in the world, what would that be.

Steve was our very first guest, and we've brought him back to compare how his view on the world has changed over the past year. We revisit the issues of high gas prices and terrorism, and we also talk about the recent war between Israel and Hezbollah. I ask Steve what our country should be doing more of, Steve talks about the issues in Minnesota, and we get the crystal ball out and look at where Russia and Cuba will be in 10 years. Steve also shares a funny radio story that includes you know who. Steve asks me what was my favorite Mel Brooks movie, which musical performer influenced me the most, and where do I see myself in 5 years.

Toby is the founder of NBX.com and we talk about the sports betting business. And big business it is. Toby tells us how big the sports betting industry has become, who is doing it, and who the big players are. I ask Toby when did poker become a sport, and we talk about the recent arrest of David Carruthers, CEO of the online gaming company Bet On Sports. For all you who play fantasy football, Toby gives some insights on how he picks his players for winning fantasy football season. Toby asks me who invented the window envelope, if I think a porn star will ever become President of the United States, and if I think the current administration is the worst in history. Then we start to talk politics. Funny how the conversation always turns to politics on this show.

Charley and Carol from Israelisms Podcast are back and give us an amazing insight to what is going on in Israel during the current war with Hezbollah. You'll find out what your not seeing when you watch the American and international news networks, who is covering the war the best and who is the worst. Charley and Carol also describe how worthless the U.N. is, what everyday life is like since the war started, how they see the connection between Hezbollah, Syria and Iran, and why you should not be considered a civilian if you have bombs in your basement. Charley and Carol also have a special message for Americans and to our listeners around the world. Charley and Carol ask me what is my favorite rock group of all-time, what daytime talk show host I would like to interview, and who I thought did the best news interviews. By the way, you can hear the fighter jets over Israel at the 26:45 mark, and the cicadas in Iowa at the 23:10 mark.

Imran Anwar is a frequent and popular media guest, including live interviews and appearances on CNN and Fox News Channel as an expert on global business strategy, socio political affairs, and South East Asia. Imran and I go toe-to-toe on Pakistan and their association with North Korea and Iran. Imran describes the terrorist movement in the Middle East, why North Korea has the most dangerous leader in the world, and why the world cannot afford a nuclear armed or an extremely wealthy Iran. I also prod Imran to give me an example of one positive Muslim role model that the world can look up to today. Imran asks me what the average American thinks of Muslims, do I think all Muslims are trying to do the west in or is it just a few, and what can we do as Americans to build bridges throughout the world. By the way, count how many times the word nutjob is used in the show.

There are many unanswered questions about Governor Bill Richardson's relationship with famed artist RC Gorman. In October of 1997, the FBI began collecting information regarding numerous suspected sexual relationships RC Gorman had with children that spanned over 20 years. Did Bill Richardson know about RC Gorman's illegal activities that involved transporting children across state and international boundaries for illegal sexual activities? If he did know, why didn't Governor Bill Richardson do something about it? Award winning journalist Vern Beachy, who conducted his own investigative news reports tells what he learned about RC Gorman back in 1999 and shares brand new information including the depth of Gorman's association with New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson and several catholic priests.

It's time to review the news so far in 2006, and Vern Beachy is just the guy to do it. What makes our prospective different from what you would see on TV is that all these opinions come from what we hear from the average person as being important, instead of an on-the-payroll media expert who is basking in their once-a-year camera time. We talk about the biggest news story of the year so far in 2006, the biggest taxpayer and consumer rip-off, the biggest "who cares" news story we were made to suffer through, the best/worst TV news shows and much more. Vern and I also have our list of candidates for the 2006 Hosebag Of The Year Award. Vern asks me about my worst dining experience, my best dining experience, and how I think the mid-term political elections will shake out.

Carrie has been a graphic artist for over 17 years and is also a singer in a professional women's chorus. Carrie and I talk about her neighbors, her commute to work, and the advantages and disadvantages of working from home. Carrie also shares a funny work story, her theory about the anti-Martha, and we play Celebrity Square Root. Carrie asks me about the importance of art in children's education, if I prefer my pop tarts toasted or right out of the package, and what electronic device or gadget would I never want or have a need for.

Michael is a music teacher and produces his own podcast called Mikeypod on the Bayou. Michael and I talk about My Space socializing and how it may affect the interpersonal skills of our youth today. We also discuss the death penalty, the Green Party, and who is representing the left today. Michael asks me what is my favorite source of news, which of my achievements in life am I most proud of, and do I see podcasting someday being as important as TV and radio is today.

Kenneth lives in a small town in Kentucky and started a website called GreenvilleRoad.com. I ask Kenneth's opinions on immigration, whether the government should provide for the poor, what this country should do about energy, and should the NSA continue to eavesdrop domestically. Kenneth explains to me why there are pockets in the South that are still bitter about the American Civil War, and shares his opinion on who he believes is responsible for the September 11th attacks, and talks about a plan by the U.S. Government to use nuclear weapons on Florida in 1963. Kenneth asks me if I believe the official version of the September 11th attacks, if terrorism is real then why were we lied to about Iraq, and should states have the right to secede from the Union.

Mark lives in a suburb of Chicago and is a licensed private pilot. Mark and I talk about the retired nuke plant in his town, bleeding heart liberals, flying, airport security in small airports, gas prices, and his worst job ever. Because Mark listens to many podcasts each week, I ask him what advice he would give to someone who wants to start their own show. Mark asks me what kind of motorcycle rider I am, what things do I do for warm fuzzies, and if something were to get me to leave Fort Dodge what would it be.

Brad works in the advertising field and lives in Sydney, Australia and is involved in many things from film making, broadcasting and politics. Brad and I talk about Australian politics, the corruption surrounding the Australian Wheat Board, and we have a very healthy discussion on civil liberties. I prod Brad throughout our conversation with the question of whether there are good people who make bad decisions, bad people who make the occasional good decision, or whether it comes down to just good or bad people. Brad asks me what I'm the most proud about the United States, what I'm least proud about the United States, and what motivates me in my everyday life. Encore presentation from April 24, 2006.

A special encore presentation of our second show featuring Karen who lives and works in Omaha, Nebraska. Karen talks about the undiscovered "gem" that Omaha, Nebraska is, the methamphetamine problem in small towns, politics, the Democratic Party, and her views on how people can make a difference when they don't like how things are going. Karen asks me what is the difference between horsepower and torque, why the British drive on the left side of the road, and if I had an inheritable disease in my family and there was the ability to test for it, would I want to know if I have the disease or not.

Bazooka Joe is the host of the Small World Podcast and lives in San Diego. Joe and I discuss if regular people are interesting, punk music, anger, politics, liberals, death, and religion. In a nutshell, all the stuff you shouldn't talk about, but we do anyway. Bazooka Joe asks me if I have any re-occurring dreams, what's my favorite part of conducting an interview, if I could fight anyone who would it be, and if I could interview anyone in history who would it be and why.