The Jimbo Podcast

On this episode, Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik talks with Grammy winning producer and recording engineer Brad Sayles! The two discuss Brad's start in music, his days at NASA, the art of recording and of course, what kind of gifts they give you when you win a Grammy! IN CASE YOU DIDN'T KNOW... A Composer since his early teens, Grammy winning producer and recording engineer Brad Sayles has...

On this episode, Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik talks with good friend and successful businessman Jason Meeker.  Along with some great office stories, Jason shares the secrets to his success as a freelancer, how he drummed up business during the slower times, how anyone can create their own opportunities in today's climate and much more!  IN CASE YOU DIDN'T KNOW... Jason Meeker is Directo...

On this episode Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik talks with Dr. Marion Russell Dickson!!! And, it's a historic episode with a lot of firsts for the podcast - first guest with a doctorate in music, first opera performer on the show, and first guest to perform at Carnegie Hall! IN CASE YOU DIDN'T KNOW... Houston-based soprano Marion Russell Dickson is nationally known for her beautiful, clear...

On this episode Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik talks with Writer/Producer/Director/Professor Dr. Tyrone Dixon.  The two talk about Tyrone's start in the film business, working on such films as "Panther," "Lord of Illusions," "Hard Eight," "Boogie Nights" and more.  Also discussed, Tyrone's work with Debbie Allen on WE TV, working on the hit film &qu...

On this episode, taped September of 2020, Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik talks with longtime friend, Psychic Marva. Marva has joined Jim for many shows in the past - and  on this show, she shares her positive astrology thoughts for a hopeful September 2020!  Marva also talked about her Psychic Fair taking place in Houston, Texas on Saturday September 5th, 2020. THE BREAKDOWN FOR MARVA'S PSYCHI...

On this episode Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik talks with actor/comedian Mark Christopher Lawrence! And yes, Mark tells all!  Find out - what his mom thought about his famous nude scene in "Fear of A Black Hat," what future President he met on a TV set, what rat-packer he almost starred in a sitcom with, how Terminator 2 saved his career, what PM Dawn really thought of his NWH parody, who...

On this episode Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik talks with author/life coach/comedian JP SEARS! The two discuss JP's live show, his videos that viral, what his parents thought about him "life-coaching," how he captured over a million subscribers with his YOUTUBE page "Awaken With JP," and a whole lot more! It's truly an inspiring story for all of the internet content cr...

In this throwback episode from 2010, Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik talks with Actress/Writer Betsy Russell about her new movie (at the time) "Chain Letter," her pivotal role in the "Saw" series, her practice of "spiritual psychology," how easy it is to hypnotize people, and most importantly (lol), Betsy give the entire breakdown of the famous topless horseback riding...

On this episode, Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik's fascination with psychics, astrologists, and all things mystic continues as he interviews world-class Astrologist Tracy Darling! Tracy beaks down aura photography, tarot cards, runes, crystal healing and more! IN CASE YOU DIDN'T KNOW... Tracy Darling works with runes, tarot and astrology to bring you clarity. Her goal is to help you raise...

On this episode, Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik talks to his former co-worker and Radio/TV legend Dave Morales! For the first time, Dave talks about his complete radio journey from Houston to L.A. to back to Houston again!  You'll hear great stories about the discovering of "Ice Ice Baby," meeting Big Boy, sharing an office with Mancow, his friendship with Bob Barker, turning a TV st...

On this episode, Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik features some legendary fake celebrity interviews and bits!  That's right...through the magic of audio and editing, you'll get classic entertainment interviews with Chris Brown, Tom Cruise, Mr. T, Bob Dylan and more! Plus, you'll also get classic campaign interviews with President Barack Obama, Senator John McCain, Senator Mitt Romney,...

On this episode, Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik talks with former boss/Program Director and radio journeyman Tom Calococci! For the first time, Tom shares his radio journey from being an intern for the late Sunny Joe White at Kiss 108 in Boston  to being the boss at some of the biggest radio stations in the world! The two also discuss Tom's on-air persona Tom "Cruisin'" Casey, H...

In the episode - Jimbo salutes the greatest suburban rap group of all-time - The Atascocita Thugz! Mostly active during the 2000's, The Thugz -Suga Daddy, Slo Poke and Black Cow- were not only named after candy on a stick - they were Suburban Rap Kings!!!  The AT THUGZ hits on this collection include "Vote! (M***a F***a)"," "Back Top School (But I Have No Class)," &qu...

On this episode, Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik talks with Stand-Up Comedian Ali Siddiq!  Ali has done it all -  Comedy Central, BET, HBO, NBC's Bring The Funny (to name a few) and now, "The Jimbo Podcast!" Jimbo and Ali talk about comedy in the time of Covid, "cancel" culture,  crazy science, the school debate, the best comedians and a whole lot more!  Ali Siddiq will appe...

On this episode, taped August of 2020, Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik talks with longtime friend, Psychic Marva. Marva has joined Jim for many shows in the past - and now she's here to predict the future as they cover the Covid crisis, Mediums, "Cross-over" readings, Healing and more! Marva also shared info about her Psychic Fair taking place in Houston, Texas on Saturday August 1st,...

On this episode, Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik talks with former co-worker and Madd Hatta Morning Show member KOOPER! After disappearing from Houston airwaves in December of 2019, Koop finally speaks! The two discuss his new baby, fatherhood, radio production, video projects, the funniest moments from the MHMS and most importantly, Jimbo destroying Koop in both Basketball and Tennis.  Catch up wit...

On this episode, Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik features some legendary fake commercial bits! Not only do you get the 2020 new classics from The Jimbo Morning Show on HOUSTONRADIOPLATINUM.COM..."Now That's What I Call Quarantine!" and "Now That's What I Call Putting On A Mask!," but you get some of greatest non-commercials of all time!  And, some of the greatest voices...

On this episode, Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik talks with radio legend Susie Loucks! That's right, for the first time, Susie "Elaine" Closure" Loucks shares her radio journey! Susie talks about her start at Metro traffic, starring in "Robocop 2," turning down a soap star, the worst celebrity she interviewed, doing traffic work from a helicopter, the birth of "Pho...

On this episode, Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik  talks with friend, former co-worker and radio legend, Jillian "JJ" Simmons! The two talk about how JJ got her start in "Heavy Metal" radio, her New York radio dream turned nightmare, quitting her job with no other gigs lined up, their days together at the Box and a whole lot more! Thanks for listening! IN CASE YOU DIDN'T KNOW...

Questions... Who had Huey Lewis sleep at his house? Who partied with Bocephus? Who's record went Gold? Who inspired a young DJ Khaled? And, Who is on this episode of "The Jimbo Podcast?" The Answer: Mean Green! That's right, on this episode, Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik talks with radio legend/music Ricky "Mean" Green!  For the first time, Green shares his radio and...

On this episode, taped in July of 2020, Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik talks with longtime friend, Psychic Marva.  Marva has joined Jim for many shows in the past - and now she's here to predict the future as they cover the Covid crisis, July's Jupiter changes and more!  Marva also shared info about her Psychic Fair taking place in Houston, Texas on Saturday July 4th, 2020.

On this episode, Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik features some legendary birthday pranks.  The classics include a car "accidently" shipped to Mexico, a night at the strip club gone wrong, a Reverend who asks all the wrong questions, "Santa" tryouts and more!  Enjoy!

On this follow-up episode, Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik talks with Radio Legend Walt "Baby" Love!  Walt talks about how he started his famous countdown show, how his Gospel show, Gospel Traxx, started from one moment of inspiration, how he became an ordained minister and more! IN CASE YOU DIDN'T KNOW... Reverend Walter L. Shaw Jr., better known as Walt “Baby” Love, has been consist...

On this episode, Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik talks with Stand-Up Comedian and Content Creator, Chinedu Ogu.  Chinedu talks about his start in the comedy business, the production of the videos that made him “go viral,” his new comedy special and more! A true inspiration to anyone who wants to build, market and grow their own brand, Chinedu Ogu is a true social media success story! Enjoy! FOR MORE...

On this episode, Jim "Jimbo" Kovacik talks with Radio DJ/Producer turned Salesman turned Big Boss a.k.a General Manager… Mark McMillen! Mark talks about his long days starting out in Rosenburg, the glory days at KFMK in Houston, the birth of 97.9 the Box and a whole lot more!  Mark is a currently nominee for the Texas Radio Hall of Fame - vote for him at trhof.net. Mark also repurposes g...