Mr. Windy's Running On Empty Podcast

After six unpredictable years, hundreds of episodes, and more chaos than a hurricane on the high seas, Charlie Diamond’s (formerly Mr. Windy) legendary show crashes to earth in spectacular fashion. In this explosive episode, once known as Running on Empty  and reborn as  Running on Jet Fuel , Diamond gives a fiery update from his diamond-mining adventure — only to ignite a lo...

Charles “Mr. Windy” Shaw is camped out at the famed Miners Camp near the Crater of Diamonds, gearing up to strike it rich. With heartfelt thanks to Phil and Joseph at Murfreesboro Ace Hardware for their ongoing support, Charlie’s new digs are top-notch, with hot showers, a clean potty, and a price that’s just right. But not everything’s sparkling: a mysterious “...

In this episode of "Running On Empty," Windy is on a quest to find diamonds in Arkansas. The show begins with Windy at a motel, where he interacts with Cindy, a desk agent who shares her passion for the area and its diamond mining opportunities. Cindy explains that the local diamond mine is not a tourist trap, as several guests have indeed found diamonds in various colors and shapes. Cindy also di...

In this episode of Running on Empty , Mr. Windy heads to Murfreesboro, Arkansas, chasing the dream of striking it rich at the Crater of Diamonds State Park. Joined by guests Phil and Joseph, from Murfreesboro Ace Hardware, dive into the gritty details of diamond hunting, from hauling a gorilla cart and shovel to sifting through every rock that might hide a treasure. But it wouldn’t be Mr. Wi...

On this wild episode of Mr. Windy's Running On Empty Podcast, travel prep spirals into chaos as Mr. Windy stresses over digital bus tickets, charging his phone, and Arkansas marijuana laws. Windy is balancing nerves, money issues, and family drama. Something about chickens, eggs, and baseball. This has got to be one of the most unpredictable, laugh-out-loud episodes yet. Tune in as Windy slides in...

Mr. Windy is finally leaving Michigan, and this time, he’s not looking back! The legend of Running On Empty is climbing aboard the Greyhound and rolling his way toward destiny: mining for diamonds at the Great Crater of Diamonds in Arkansas. Fans across the country are already plotting ambushes at bus stations, Jiffy Marts, and Greyhound stops in Gaylord, Kalamazoo, Chicago, Memphis, and Tex...

Mr. Windy is mad as hell and ain't gonna take it anymore. And you know what that means—time to leave the UP, and Mr. Windy needs a ride to his next adventure. Who's game? Must like chickens, cigarette smoke, whiskey, and, well, Mr. Windy. Keep listening to learn the location of Mr. Windy's next dig. 

Mr. Windy checks in from Michigan with stories of unexpected travel costs, strained ties with former radio colleagues, and the daily grind of living with Buck and Jill. From raising chickens to wrestling with finances and family struggles with addiction, this episode delivers Mr. Windy’s trademark mix of raw honesty, humor, and chaos. Thanks for listening to Mr. Windy's Running On Empty , se...

In this episode, Mr. Windy talks about the escalating tensions between the United States, Russia, and China, sparked by recent military maneuvers, including Donald Trump's order to deploy two nuclear-armed Trident submarines off the coast of Russia. That's Try-Dent, like the chewing gum. Mr Windy is calling this a potential for war, highlighting Russia's struggles in Ukraine and the implications o...

Mr. Windy's Running On Empty - Season 5, Episode 35. It's hard to believe that the Mr. Windy podcast is still on the air and doing surprisingly well. Mr Windy hasn't changed much over the years; he still has his drink in one hand and his chaser in the other. Still smoking the good ones and the bad ones. Still scratchin' around on thin ice, still running on empty. HEY AND YOU KNOW WHAT F YOU TOO! H...

Mr. Windy’s back, and this week he’s got feathers in his cap, and maybe a little egg on his face. After a classic Mr. Windy blunder, he’s eating crow (not chicken), and now there’s a hen on the lam. With 25 hens supposed to be in the coop, it’s time to round up some young helpers to see if the headcount is right—or else, as Mr. Windy puts it, “there’...

This week on Mr. Windy’s Running On Empty, Charles Gary Shaw, Crabber, Shrimper, and Man of the Sea, a.k.a. Man of the Van, returns with another unfiltered dispatch from his unpredictable life. Mr. Windy kicks things off with updates from his backyard: the garden’s growing, the chickens are clucking (except the ones lost to chicken hawks), and he’s on the hunt for wild mushrooms....

This week on Mr. Windy's Running On Empty, the epic feud between Omelette and Finster rages on with no signs of truce. Mr. Windy doesn't hold back, calling out their soft hands and claiming they couldn't record a song even if their lives depended on it - they've already lost. Feeling the sting of defeat under Mr. Windy's beat must be a sad place indeed. The challenge is clear: come on the show, br...

Wow! Mr. Windy's Diss Track is Savage. OK!! A "diss track" is a song that aims to attack or disparage another person verbally, often stemming from an existing feud or conflict. Mr. Windy's Diss Track is for Omelette and Finster on WKLT in Northern Travers City, Michigan! OK BYE.

(hiccup) Oh maaan, lissten up, ev'rybuddy... (burp) (hiccup) I got dis new sowng, riiight? (hiccup) An' it's like, ev'rybody looooves it, man... (slurring) They're all sayin', "Dude, dis sowng is awsum!" (hiccup) An' I'm like, "Yeeeah, I know, riiight?" (stammering) Cuz it's got, like, da bes' melody, an' da bes' lyriks... (mumbling) an' ev'rybody's singin' along, man... (slurring) They can't get...

Tumble Weed is itching to be on the road again. Northern Michigan in the rearview? Packin' up and leaving? Well, Summertime is close, ok I'll Stay.  Wow! Charles Gets F'ed everyday and twice on Sunday. Let's get RB's Funny Little Starfish Man.

After 5 Seasons of Mr. Windy's Running On Empty Podcast, Charles Faces The Music in Front Of God and Country. Mr. Windy Now Knows The Power Of The Lord. Mr. Windy Is Now Free! Free from Racism, Free From Hate, Free From Procrastination and Self-Sabotage. Free From Abusing Drugs and Alcohol, well one thing at a time. Our Show Is Brought To You In Part By Headspace. Are You Sabotaging Yourself? &nbs...

Mr. Windy's Running On Empty - Mr. Windy Comes Out In The End. In the beginning, Charles must decide between fleeing to Florida or standing his ground in Northern Michigan. In between Mr Windy loses weight by giving up beer, shoveling snow and you know what.

The Almighty Steals Mr. Windy's Tshirt Idea and Will Not Pay Up. Jesus Christ! NO! God. GENTRY OR YANDLE WHOEVER IS PUTTIN MY SHOW OUT STOP IT WITH THE SHENANIGANS AND BAFOONARY I'M TRYIN' TO DO A SERIOUS BROADCAST. I THINK YOURE FU(%ING WITH ME, TRYIN TO CATCH ME DOIN, ANYTHING. THERES PEOPLE WAITING ON THIS PODCAST AND I GOT SOMETHING TO SAY TO THEM PEOPLE. YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE. XOXO

HEY HEY HEY SCUMBAG! I'M ON MY ELBOWS, I'M BEN DOVER. IT'S SNOWING HERE. I'M NOT GOING TO LIE. I NEED SCREWS IN MY BACK TO DO THIS DAMN SHOW.  HEY, I AM BACK ON MY ELBOWS, WATCH THIS! OH YEA! I'M IN BED. DO MY SHOW IN MY BED. OK MAN!  OK THANK YOU GENTRY THOMAS AND CHINY DINGY JAY YANDLE.

I TOLD YOU MY PODCAST IS STILL ON FEATURING ME MR WINDY ON THE PODCAST PLAYGROUND. NOT ROSS LIMBAUGH, NOT HOWARD STERN ME MR WINDY A HAPPY "SINGLE" MAN LIVING ALONE. AND IF I FEEL LIKE DANCING I DO. 

Snow continues for Mr. Windy in the snowbelt of Northern Michigan. Highs in the low 30's. New Digs. Same Ole Charles, Biting the hand that feeds him. DON'T RITE ANYTHING FLOWERY HERE JUST PUT OUT MY SHOW AND TELMY FANS HOW TO LISTEN SO I AM #1 ON THE PODCAST PLAYGROUND PODCAST CHANNEL..

Charles Gary Shaw is Mr. Windy and he can’t seem to catch a break. Crabber, Shrimper, Man of the Sea, Mr. Windy chronicles the life and times of a man Running On Empty. Host Gentry Thomas along with Jay Yandle, try their might to steer Mr. Windy’s ship into safe harbor. It’s a daily struggle having a Mr. Windy and now you can have one too, from a distance, in limited doses. Join...

An ex·cur·sion is a noun. It means: a short journey or trip, especially one engaged in as a leisure activity. "an excursion to Mount Etna" An expedition is a noun. It means: a journey or excursion undertaken for a specific purpose or the group of persons making such a journey.   Now the 7 foot woman, she is not important and will not be speaking, too much, well most of the time....

Diamonds are a girl's best friend, and Mr. Windy's kinda cute. Like an armadillo that's been hit by a car but didn't die.  DON'T WRITE A BUNCH OF FLOWERY SHIT ABOUT ME AND MY SHOW. YOU TELL EVERYONE IF THEY KNOW ME LISTEN. IF YOU DON'T KNOW ME, JUST LISTEN. STOP. PLAY. YOU KNOW WHAT I MEAN. I GOT A POSTHOLE DIGGER AND A BAG TO PUT MY DIAMOUNDS IN . DIO MOUNDS DIE MOUNDS-- DIAMONDS!