Mike Rhyner

Your Dark Companion Podcast

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"Whatever I want it to be about on a given day; is what it is." Your Dark Companion couples your familiar friends from radio, Mike and Grubes! Mike brings his classic interviews that draw you in, and Grubes—The Devil—drops…well the drops, and throws the occasional grenade. Mike likes to draw on his fascinating acquaintances and friends allowing them to tell their stories as you've never heard them. But he also goes outside his network, sharing Grubes' network, and often outside of both, to bring you those they don't know, but believe have a story that will make you laugh, make you think, think...

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Mike Rhyner

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Emergency Diamond Talk from the OG's 04.08.2025 24:10

WTF JERRY!!! Thanks to our monthly supporters Matthew Kamper W hammons B Smith Robert Stoolfire Thaddeus D. Matula Rachel W Scott Lewis John Clayton cody SIMS John Gilbert Robert Saunders Kiffer Sidney Long Pattie Rhyner Davidson David Ashlea Bullington James Corona Gordy John C Caffey Joe Lindsey Cam Jillian Wright Harry Perdomo David Moore Becca Moore Mike Rhyner Your Dark Companion ★ Support th...

Talkin' About the Weather | Steve Helms 31.07.2025 58:31

This week, country roads lead us straight to Texas music royalty. Mike Rhyner welcomes singer, songwriter, and all-around honky-tonk hero Steve Helms to Your Dark Companion —and let’s just say, this one’s got a little twang and a whole lot of heart. From Cleburne to center stage, Steve has spent more than four decades writing, performing, and winning over fans with his blend of grit, melody, and g...

Bonus Episode: Jeopardy Dreams & Trivia Banter 30.07.2025 31:23

Rev Entertainment: Transforming Globe Life Field Beyond Baseball Games | Sean Decker President 28.07.2025 45:25

🎧 Episode Description: Baseball? Sure. But only using Globe Life Field for Rangers games? That’s rookie thinking. In this episode of Your Dark Companion , Mike Rhyner kicks back with Sean Decker, the brains behind Rev Entertainment and the man turning Globe Life Field into Arlington’s hottest all-purpose playground. From monster concerts and high school graduations to private events and pro-level...

Just Wondering... About Sports | Norm Hitzges 24.07.2025 1:05:17

🎙️ Sports Radio Royalty: Mike Rhyner & Norm Hitzges Talk Cowboys, Rangers & the Good Old Days | Your Dark Companion What happens when two sports radio legends sit down to trade war stories, roast player contracts, and dissect Texas sports like only they can? You get this episode. Mike Rhyner welcomes longtime friend and broadcasting titan Norm Hitzges to Your Dark Companion for a walk down...

Mr. Ranger | Tom Greive 22.07.2025 1:12:50

Mr. Ranger, Tom Grieve, joins the Shoopies at Globe Life Field to talk his incredible life and career!! Thanks to our monthly supporters Matthew Kamper W hammons B Smith Robert Stoolfire Thaddeus D. Matula Rachel W Scott Lewis John Clayton cody SIMS John Gilbert Robert Saunders Kiffer Sidney Long Pattie Rhyner Davidson David Ashlea Bullington James Corona Gordy John C Caffey Joe Lindsey Cam Jillia...

A League of Legends | Eric Nadel, Chuck Cooperstein, Brad Sham, & Josh Bogorad 17.07.2025 2:22:20

Legendary local voices join YDC for a special BROADCASTER'S ROUNDTABLE as we talk to Chuck Cooperstein, Eric Nadel, and Brad Sham & Josh Bogorad Thanks to our monthly supporters Matthew Kamper W hammons B Smith Robert Stoolfire Thaddeus D. Matula Rachel W Scott Lewis John Clayton cody SIMS John Gilbert Robert Saunders Kiffer Sidney Long Pattie Rhyner Davidson David Ashlea Bullington James Coro...

The New Age of the Influencer | Jeff K 17.07.2025 1:11:34

Dallas Stars and Cowboys PA man, music radio legend, and all around fun guy Jeff K makes his third appearance on little YDC! Thanks to our monthly supporters Matthew Kamper W hammons B Smith Robert Stoolfire Thaddeus D. Matula Rachel W Scott Lewis John Clayton cody SIMS John Gilbert Robert Saunders Kiffer Sidney Long Pattie Rhyner Davidson David Ashlea Bullington James Corona Gordy John C Caffey J...

The Glory of Susquehanna | Scott Strong 17.07.2025 1:13:36

Scott Strong, former program director of the Bone and lifelong music maven, takes us back in the van to relive fun stories from his eventful career! Thanks to our monthly supporters Matthew Kamper W hammons B Smith Robert Stoolfire Thaddeus D. Matula Rachel W Scott Lewis John Clayton cody SIMS John Gilbert Robert Saunders Kiffer Sidney Long Pattie Rhyner Davidson David Ashlea Bullington James Coro...

They Will RUN OVER YOU! | Doyle King 17.07.2025 1:03:51

HE'S DOYLE KING. The golden-throated, lake loving, laugh machine Doyle King brings us tales of his journey throughout the DFW media landscape! Thanks to our monthly supporters Matthew Kamper W hammons B Smith Robert Stoolfire Thaddeus D. Matula Rachel W Scott Lewis John Clayton cody SIMS John Gilbert Robert Saunders Kiffer Sidney Long Pattie Rhyner Davidson David Ashlea Bullington James Corona Gor...

The Newberg Report | Jamey Newberg 17.07.2025 1:07:03

Jamey Newberg, the man behind the famed Newberg Report newsletter, dishes on all things Rangers inside the Wolf Den! Thanks to our monthly supporters Matthew Kamper W hammons B Smith Robert Stoolfire Thaddeus D. Matula Rachel W Scott Lewis John Clayton cody SIMS John Gilbert Robert Saunders Kiffer Sidney Long Pattie Rhyner Davidson David Ashlea Bullington James Corona Gordy John C Caffey Joe Linds...

Three Former Easter Bunnies | Jim Cochrane 17.07.2025 48:42

Jim Cochrane, Executive Vice President and Chief Business Officer of the Texas Rangers meets the Shoopies at Globe Life Field to give us the lowdown on his time with the team and how he wound on SportsCenter! Thanks to our monthly supporters Matthew Kamper W hammons B Smith Robert Stoolfire Thaddeus D. Matula Rachel W Scott Lewis John Clayton cody SIMS John Gilbert Robert Saunders Kiffer Sidney Lo...

The Woman of the Cowboys Sidelines | Kristi Scales 17.07.2025 1:05:23

Dallas Cowboys sideline reporter Kristi Scales breaks into the Sunset Lounge with urgent and horrifying news...or maybe just an awesome discussion about her legendary career and the team she's been covering for nearly 30 years! Thanks to our monthly supporters Matthew Kamper W hammons B Smith Robert Stoolfire Thaddeus D. Matula Rachel W Scott Lewis John Clayton cody SIMS John Gilbert Robert Saunde...

Sunset Lounge Crossover at the CBD House of Healing | Victor & Shippy 22.06.2025 2:01:17

We are LIVE from the CBD House of Healing!!!! Shippy and Victor Villalba join the Shoopies for a night of sports talk, fun, and...maybe a Slushie or two?? Thanks to our monthly supporters Matthew Kamper W hammons B Smith Robert Stoolfire Thaddeus D. Matula Rachel W Scott Lewis John Clayton cody SIMS John Gilbert Robert Saunders Kiffer Sidney Long Pattie Rhyner Davidson David Ashlea Bullington Jame...

Givingmas | Mike Keating 11.06.2025 43:10

Mike Keating, founder of Givingmas, an organization dedicated to changing lives one family at a time, joins the Shoopies to dicuss all the awesome things they do for the community! Thanks to our monthly supporters Matthew Kamper W hammons B Smith Robert Stoolfire Thaddeus D. Matula Rachel W Scott Lewis John Clayton cody SIMS John Gilbert Robert Saunders Kiffer Sidney Long Pattie Rhyner Davidson Da...

News Media Kinda Sucks Now a Days | Dale Hansen 09.06.2025 1:14:34

The 800 pound gorilla himself, Dale Hansen, strolls into the Sunset Lounge to give his opinions on anything and everything!!!! Buckle up buttercup! Thanks to our monthly supporters Matthew Kamper W hammons B Smith Robert Stoolfire Thaddeus D. Matula Rachel W Scott Lewis John Clayton cody SIMS John Gilbert Robert Saunders Kiffer Sidney Long Pattie Rhyner Davidson David Ashlea Bullington James Coron...

Talkin' Sports at a Baseball Field | Rush Olson 06.06.2025 1:02:41

Rhynes, Grubes and special guest Rush Olson get your head right for Texas Rangers Night at the Frisco RoughRiders game with a lively discussion about baseball and other stuff as we see fit! Thanks to our monthly supporters Matthew Kamper W hammons B Smith Robert Stoolfire Thaddeus D. Matula Rachel W Scott Lewis John Clayton cody SIMS John Gilbert Robert Saunders Kiffer Sidney Long Pattie Rhyner Da...

Goalies Win Games, Kingsville Bres & Waterbeds | Marty Turco 05.06.2025 1:02:15

Your favorite former Dallas Stars goaltender and co-founder of the Kingsville Brewery, Marty Turco, skates beyond the trapezoid and into the Sunset Lounge! Thanks to our monthly supporters Matthew Kamper W hammons B Smith Robert Stoolfire Thaddeus D. Matula Rachel W Scott Lewis John Clayton cody SIMS John Gilbert Robert Saunders Kiffer Sidney Long Pattie Rhyner Davidson David Ashlea Bullington Jam...

The Heart of Baseball in the Heart of Dallas | José Guzmán 02.06.2025 57:40

Former Texas Rangers pitcher and current Spanish radio broadcaster for the Rangers, Jose Guzman, gets set and delivers an awesome conversation in the Wolf Den! Thanks to our monthly supporters Matthew Kamper W hammons B Smith Robert Stoolfire Thaddeus D. Matula Rachel W Scott Lewis John Clayton cody SIMS John Gilbert Robert Saunders Kiffer Sidney Long Pattie Rhyner Davidson David Ashlea Bullington...

Rangers Sports Net | Angie Swint 30.05.2025 32:46

Texas Rangers communications head honcho Angie Swint talks with the Shoopies at Globe Life Field as we learn about how the Rangers Sports Network came together! Thanks to our monthly supporters Matthew Kamper W hammons B Smith Robert Stoolfire Thaddeus D. Matula Rachel W Scott Lewis John Clayton cody SIMS John Gilbert Robert Saunders Kiffer Sidney Long Pattie Rhyner Davidson David Ashlea Bullingto...

Happy Birthday Eric | Eric Nadel Birthday Bash 29.05.2025 1:36:05

Eric Nadel's birthday benefit unfolds at the historic Longhorn Ballroom, featuring Shiny Ribs and the Secret Sisters. Mike Rhyner, Grubes, Rob, and Alex from the Clubhouse podcast explore the venue's rich history and current events supporting the Grant Halliburton Foundation. Eric discusses his passion for music, mental health advocacy, and auction items up for grabs. Edwin Cabanas shares future p...

EMERGENCY OG Diamond Talk 29.05.2025 30:15

Thanks to our monthly supporters Matthew Kamper W hammons B Smith Robert Stoolfire Thaddeus D. Matula Rachel W Scott Lewis John Clayton cody SIMS John Gilbert Robert Saunders Kiffer Sidney Long Pattie Rhyner Davidson David Ashlea Bullington James Corona Gordy John C Caffey Joe Lindsey Cam Jillian Wright Harry Perdomo David Moore Becca Moore Mike Rhyner Your Dark Companion ★ Support this podcast on...

Dallas, the ONLY place I want to live! | Mike Rawlings: Former Mayor 28.05.2025 1:06:38

Former Dallas mayor Mike Rawlings takes a seat in the Sunset Lounge to discuss sports and mayoring! Thanks to our monthly supporters Matthew Kamper W hammons B Smith Robert Stoolfire Thaddeus D. Matula Rachel W Scott Lewis John Clayton cody SIMS John Gilbert Robert Saunders Kiffer Sidney Long Pattie Rhyner Davidson David Ashlea Bullington James Corona Gordy John C Caffey Joe Lindsey Cam Jillian Wr...

My Boy Teddy | Ted Emrich 26.05.2025 1:03:42

ESPN/Westwood One announcer and bitmaster Ted Emrich powers through the gross weather to dip in the podcasting pool with the Shoopies! Thanks to our monthly supporters Matthew Kamper W hammons B Smith Robert Stoolfire Thaddeus D. Matula Rachel W Scott Lewis John Clayton cody SIMS John Gilbert Robert Saunders Kiffer Sidney Long Pattie Rhyner Davidson David Ashlea Bullington James Corona Gordy John...

Dallas is a Hockey Town | Brad Alberts, Stars President 22.05.2025 57:07

Dallas Stars President and CEO Brad Alberts to illuminate us on the success of the Stars organization! Thanks to our monthly supporters Matthew Kamper W hammons B Smith Robert Stoolfire Thaddeus D. Matula Rachel W Scott Lewis John Clayton cody SIMS John Gilbert Robert Saunders Kiffer Sidney Long Pattie Rhyner Davidson David Ashlea Bullington James Corona Gordy John C Caffey Joe Lindsey Cam Jillian...