Mitch Wonders

Send us a Text Message."Settle somewhere, become established, as in We've put down roots here and don't want to move away." But we DO move away, and it's okay. Just don't lose those roots. Today we discuss, with my good friend from Australia, the perspective of roots. The importance, and what place roots have in our lives. Comment, download, and catch up on all episodes at mitchwonders.comAll epis...

Send us a Text Message. It took me a few days to get fully focused on the border struggle at Eagle Pass, TX, on the US/Mexican border, less than 3.5 hours from my home. But this has grown on a national level, with so many states offering support, and notice being made regarding constitutional rights and the involvement of the White House, we should all be paying attention. Comment, download, and c...

Send us a Text Message. It's been said that genetics load the gun, your lifestyle pulls the trigger. Welp, these 8 habits can add YEARS to your life no matter when you start! Mitch and DT care, and don't want you to give up on your new years' resolutions just yet! Comment, download, and catch up on all episodes at mitchwonders.comAll episodes are also at: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2041434.rssMa...

Send us a Text Message. Prepare to have your perception of the "Millennial Generation" flipped on it's ear. Instead, are they really becoming the Second Greatest Generation? Comment, download, and catch up on all episodes at mitchwonders.comAll episodes are also at: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2041434.rssMaybe drop ol' Mitch a wee morsel to support the merch store at Venmo.com? Just search @mitch...

Send us a Text Message. Looks like cold weather for most of us, so we brought you a hot one. Today we mirror the "Hot Ones" Youtube format discussing interesting topics and enjoying various hot sauce heat levels on wings! We're joined by a guest who is a world traveler, Master Distiller, retired MARSOC Staff Sergeant and, well, my son! This was a fun one! ( And yes, the Marine went for the milk)Co...

Send us a Text Message. I do enjoy traveling. And already it seems like 2024 is rushing by. Today our special guest is Instagram phenom, Steve, the Intoxicated Traveler. Big dog fan, a big craft beer fan, and super experienced with boozy travel. We'll have a moderately boozy discussion about travel, maybe we can pin down Mitch’s, and your, next destination! Comment, download, and catch up on all e...

Send us a Text Message. So much bad news, it makes a feller wonder. A nation divided. AI is taking over. Social security is losing funding. Global warming. Don't worry, y'all. Today Mitch and (Austin Ghost Tours) Ricky address all of these and more, and you know what? It's always been this crazy. Comment, download, and catch up on all episodes at mitchwonders.comAll episodes are also at: https://f...

Send us a Text Message. Christmas falls on Monday, this year. Which is also the day new episodes are released. In honor of the holiday, no new episode download today. Instead, a re-issue of one of our most downloaded episodes, the Christmas Full Day Menu Plan with Mitch and his son. Spending quality time with family - 'tis one of the best reasons for the season, y'all!!Merry Christmas from Mitch a...

Send us a Text Message. I was in yet another on-line meeting, and I noticed a trend in which many of the participants were sitting in those black gaming chairs. So I made a comment to a friend in a meeting, wondering about this trend. When for most meetings, I’m standing. My pal Kevin said, it’s not a gaming chair, but rather just a “super comfortable” chair. To which I responded, “what need for c...

Send us a Text Message. Yep, it’s the holiday season with much to wonder about, and if we’re lucky, for DT to “opine” about. (One of his favorite words.)We’ll tap into a few reasons for the season, talk about the Daily Show's position on the "war on Christmas", tap into a memory or two, and don't be surprised if a wee bit of dark humor pops up! Comment, download, and catch up on all episodes at mi...

Send us a Text Message. Is the old “9 to 5” structure of a work day outdated? Is it time to think about a new format? The discussion about whether the nine-to-five work schedule is outdated is going viral. Today Nia and I (remember episode #5?!) talk about this perhaps outdated notion, offer some alternatives, and hey, have some good laughs along the way! Working title quote credited to Maya Angel...

Send us a Text Message. I wonder if anyone listens anymore, pays attention to the words that are shared by those that went before us. My point is, perhaps now more than ever, as so much time is lost to digital and online communication, is anyone listening at all? Mitch and podcast champion Angie, from Virginia, dive deep! Mad props. to the song "The Old Man Said" by Texas Country star Aaron Watson...

Send us a Text Message. I get the chance to spend some virtual Thanksgiving time with one of my favorite siblings this year. We’ll talk about food, some stupid jokes, have a beverage or two, basically an online Thanksgiving get together I think you'll enjoy! Special shout out to my boy, Hippocrates, for the title. Comment, download, and catch up on all episodes at mitchwonders.comAll episodes are...

Send us a Text Message. I mean, yeah, Bo Jackson, that's a great idea. But what if you really have no "major" goals? That's what I'm wondering today, and, with The Professor, we break it down. Is this common? Is it an issue? Is it okay to live like this? What. The. Frick. Comment, download, and catch up on all episodes at mitchwonders.comAll episodes are also at: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/20414...

Send us a Text Message. You ever wonder about things you used to do when you were younger? Are there some, now that you're an "adult", it's okay to stop doing. Yeah, us too. So today Ol' Mitch and DT ponder a few, offer them for your consideration, and maybe, just maybe, there are some you can STOP too?!Comment, download, and catch up on all episodes at mitchwonders.comAll episodes are also at: ht...

Send us a Text Message. Bourbon distilleries have varieties from all over the price range, and today we’re going to blind taste three offerings from venerated distilleries, all under $30. This may help you, if you wonder as well, define a distillery you’d like to explore further. And not go overboard on the investment. SPECIAL GUEST - PROFESSIONAL DISTILLER KELLAN T.!Props to William Faukner for o...

Send us a Text Message. Yeah buddy, ol' Mitch is digging deep with Ricky, our local Austin, TX expert on all things haunted and all things (seriously?) JACK THE RIPPER! Yep, ol' Jack may very well have honed his craft, and his axe, in the Lone Star State. Happy Halloween, y'all! Comment, download, and catch up on all episodes at mitchwonders.comAll episodes are also at: https://feeds.buzzsprout.co...

Send us a Text Message. It's the scary season, and Mitch is joined by a retired paranormal investigator. Are you wondering as well? And are you a little...scared? Comment, download, and catch up on all episodes at mitchwonders.comAll episodes are also at: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/2041434.rssMaybe drop ol' Mitch a wee morsel to support the merch store at Venmo.com? Just search @mitchwonders And...

Send us a Text Message. This week Ol' Mitch wonders, joined by good ol' buddy Vincent from West (by god) Virginia, are there ways from back in the day we can bring back to help fight this inflation thing. We'll discuss a few, so " Sit down and rest yourself, settin’s cheaper’n standin’ "Comment, download, and catch up on all episodes at mitchwonders.comAll episodes are also at: https://feeds.buzzs...

Send us a Text Message. DT, The Professor, and Ol' Mitch discuss the potential of genius in the form of humor referred to as "dark". With examples!! See if you, too, are a genius! It was brought up in a recent article by the venerable Readers Digest that if you find dark humor funny, you may be a genius. We're here to challenge and/or support this point of view. Comment, download, and catch up on...

Send us a Text Message. Some people seem to wonder, is America still the beautiful in 2023? You bet your ass it is. Okay, for me, Mitch, I’m a lucky guy. I still see the best in the next generation - of our country and our people. But in 2023, the world also seems to be coming back to America, coming back to believing that this people, this country, can be the leader. The leader the entire world s...

Send us a Text Message. If you're like me, and DT, you do what you can to live healthier. You work out, try to eat right, but is there more? And can we do it better? Welp, we have WORDS OF ADVICE from, wait for it - a 95 year old former cardiologist! Holy street creds! Listen in as DT and Ol' Mitch deep dive into his example, and try to shamelessly steal the highlights from his 8 non-negotiables f...

Send us a Text Message. It's said that because there was no law, pioneers who lived in and settled the west were bound by these unwritten rules which centered on hospitality, fair play, loyalty, honesty, a deep respect for the land, and a rock solid work ethic. Mitch wonders, does this still apply in todays' world? Code of the West1) Live each day with courage. 2) Take pride in your work. 3) Alway...

Send us a Text Message. Ever Wonder about who and where you came from? Sure you did, as did Ol' Mitch. Join us today as DT discusses his deep dive into genealogy, you may be surprised at one of his prime sources and the directions it can lead! Catch up on past episodes and see team photos at mitchwonders.com Email Mitch, DT, or any guest at mitch@mitchwonders.com And maybe, just maybe, help suppor...

Send us a Text Message. It's football season, baby! And what better guy than Vince Lombardi to provide the intro? Join Mitch, DT, and The Professor as we wax, wain, cheer, and complain about our teams and NFL 2023!And hike up your pant legs as Mitch tosses in some groaner jokes! Catch up on past episodes and see team photos at mitchwonders.com Email Mitch, DT, or any guest at mitch@mitchwonders.co...