Unspoken Requests with Jared and Mike

Jared and Mike are back, and this time they’re in the studio/window/driveway COVID-safe setup again. For entertainment, they get on the horn with producer/writer/director, Rachel Lichtman of the fabulous and incredible Network77, and Andrew Funkhouser, host of a host of podcasts including; The Beverage Boys of Bloomington, Oh My Goss, and ‘Cast and the Curious. … Continue reading...

In lieu of their annual, taped-live-before-a-studio-audience holiday talk show event, Jared and Mike invite their co-conspirators Aaron Lowell Denton and Addison Rogers onto the show to reminisce, half-heartedly attempt a mock holiday extravaganza, and talk to Anna Powell Denton about secret recipes. https://archive.org/download/ur-76-podcast-version/UR%2076%20Podcast%20version.mp3

Further displaying their ability to always remain one-step-ahead, Jared and Mike have returned to the garage. This time, with two of their favorite expert Weird World aficionados, Dave Walter (Vulture Video), and Perry Shall (T Shirt King) https://archive.org/download/ur-75-podcast-version/UR%2075%20Podcast%20Version.mp3

Jared has returned to the driveway and Mike to the studio as the temperatures have dropped and the COVID numbers climbed. What a crock. But, it’s not all bad, because Chris Schlarb is here to tell us all about record making, and to pontificate on the reason for music. https://archive.org/download/ur-74-podcast-version/UR%2074%20podcast%20version.mp3

Jared and Mike have returned to the backyard, and a very smoky fire. In fact, its too smoky, frankly. Nevertheless, times are good, because they’re joined by none other than Bloomington comedian, Natalie Bainter, professional A/V geek and nerd, Will Claytor, and aspiring patreon millionaire, Jake Fogelnest, which is a very good time. https://archive.org/download/ur-73-podcast-version/UR%2073...

Jared is back! Tonight, he and Mike yakk with Mr. Dr. Dill, by all accounts an absolutely reliable and trustworthy real-life physician, but in this particular instance, a chaotic voice of madness on matters of great importance. They spend some time going through Mr. Dr.’s personal list of grievances and gripes regarding content from past … Continue reading Episode 72 with guest Mr. Dr....

We’re sorry in advance. Jared was called away at the 11th hour on a special adventure to be disclosed at a later date. In the meantime, Mike is pulling an “Episode 26”, and flying solo in a fit of panic and madness. https://archive.org/download/ur-71-podcast-version/UR%2071%20Podcast%20Version.mp3

Jared and Mike return to the garage where they are joined via cellular telephone by old friend and Bloomington concert promoter mainstay, Dan Coleman, to talk about the evolution of the music industry as he shifts into running a record label after years cutting his teeth in the live music business. https://archive.org/download/ur-70-podcast-version/UR%2070%20podcast%20version.mp3

In the backyard, around the fire for warmth, Jared and Mike welcome musicians Dylan Ettinger (of Hasufel) & David Woodruff (of David Woodruff) on the show to talk about their new albums. https://archive.org/download/ur-69-podcast-version/UR%2069%20Podcast%20Version.mp3

After a brief car-accident-initiated interruption, its off to the races for Jared and Mike with their very special guests, Janelle and Miles! https://archive.org/download/ur-68-podcast-version/UR%2068%20Podcast%20Version.mp3

It’s a virtual visit to Chicago, Ellinois, on this week’s episode. Jared and Mike ask Jim Zespy, Ed Blair, and Owen Ashworth what their top 3 favorite restaurants in Chicago are, and get nine different answers! https://archive.org/download/ur-67-podcast-version/UR%2067%20Podcast%20Version.mp3

Jared and Mike are spread all across Mike’s garage to jaw for a bit before they welcome Bloomington music veteran, Jonathan Richardson (Soul in the Hole, Early Day Miners), to talk about his new album, Babies In The Bardo. https://archive.org/download/ur-66-podcast-version/UR%2066%20Podcast%20version.mp3

Jared and Mike are Covidspreading all across Mike’s back porch this time. That is to say, they’re Sitting Big, not actually spreading the disease (hopefully). And what’s more, they’re joined by sometimes-crime-correspondent and current co-host of the Bimbo Summit podcast, Sarah K., and also Jordan P. who is happily married to Sarah. https://archive.org/download/ur-65-podcas...

Another show during America’s colossal COVID-19 failure, another location! This time, Jared and Mike are spread across Mike’s garage and visited by none other than longtime friend of the show, Addison Rogers. There’s Moon Pie® talk, car-urination-apparatus talk, and Jared reveals to us the scariest, dumbest thing he’s ever done. https://archive.org/download/ur-64-podcast-ve...

Jared and Mike are outside, safely distanced, where they recount their experiences at the Enough Is Enough Protest before playing lots of music then closing the show out with a field recording that Jared took amongst the crowd at the gathering. https://archive.org/download/ur-63-2/UR%2063%20Podcast%20Version.mp3

You’re not gonna believe this, but Jared and Mike are STILL in quarantine. That’s right, its another classic DRIVEWAY EPISODE! This time, with special guest – comedian, author of books, and musician – Dave Hill! https://archive.org/download/ur-62-podcast-version/UR%2062%20Podcast%20Version.mp3

Still grappling with the worldwide Coronavirus pandemic, Jared has pulled into Mike’s driveway where Mike has tossed a microphone out the studio window so Jared can record the show from the safety of his own car. Today’s show is a deep dive with Amarillo Records founder, Gregg Turkington, along with longtime fan and music journalist, … Continue reading Episode 61 with guests Greg...

Continuing their lifelong struggle with technology, Jared and Mike somehow manage to cobble together yet another episode of Unspoken Requests and, beyond all comprehension, it’s even better than ever! Jason Woodbury joins via telephone to talk about Radio Free Aquarium Drunkard, and life as a Media Worker in the time of coronavirus. https://archive.org/download/ur-60-podcast-version/UR%2060%...

We’re in luck! Through the miracle of technology, Jared and Mike are still able to record their assinine ramblings and half-baked thoughts so you don’t have to go without during this historical time. They’re joined on today’s episode by local musicians, parents, and coffee makers, Erin Tobey & Jeff Grant, and then by parent and … Continue reading Episode 59 with g...

So, the Pandemic’s in the news…. LIVE on tape from quarantine! It’s Unspoken REquests with Jared and Mike. Today’s guests are; Laffing Gas, whose new album – It’s A Beautiful Day In The Gulch – was just released last week, and Frank Schweikhardt, who takes us on an audio tour of his hometown, Van Buren, … Continue reading Episode 58 with guests Laffi...

After a bumpy start, Jared and Mike finally get their sea legs, more or less, and chat with Bethy Squires, TV writer and author of the new sci-fi novel, The Ant Queen & The Bounty Hunter, and Justin Ishmael, designer toy and collectibles maker at ISH. https://archive.org/download/ur57podcastversion/UR%2057%20podcast%20version.mp3

Jared and Mike welcome Adam Klopp of Choir Boy to the show. They’re fans and they have a lot of gushing to do. Stick around to find out which Famous Major Label Rock Band® Adam borrowed a van from. Then, Scott Ferguson, of Swan Wash, pops by the studio for some silliness, shop talk, and … Continue reading Episode 56 with guests Adam Klopp (Choir Boy) and Scott Ferguson (Swan Wash)...

According to D.A.R.E., A Drug is “any substance, other than food, that effects the way your mind and body works”. On today’s episode, Jared and Mike welcome Jack Andrews back to the show for the food experience of a lifetime. https://archive.org/download/ur55podcastversion/UR%2055%20Podcast%20Version.mp3

After a brief holiday break, Jared and Mike return with in-studio guests and touring musicians, Owen Ashworth (of Advance Base and Orindal Records) and Caleb (of Sinai Vessel). Then, newly minted Southern Correspondent, Robert Newsome (of The Atomic Elbow) calls in to give us what fer. https://archive.org/download/ur54podcastversion/UR%2054%20-%20Podcast%20Version.mp3 

Now THIS is an action-packed show! Jared and Mike spend two hours on the phone yakking with the best of them. Joe Pera tells us all about season two of his fantastic and incredible television show, Joe Pera Talks With You. Perry Shall calls in to educate Jared and Mike on his family’s Hanukkah traditions. … Continue reading Episode 53 with guests Joe Pera (Joe Pera Talks With You), Per...