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Emily Drake and I go waaaay back. In the times we first me and now she's become an amaingly strong voice for vunerability and leadership and living fearless. Drake's genuine approach to her life and profession are her biggest strengths, plus she's one of the smartest and a funniest people you'll ever meet. A whirlwind of stories, knowledge and growth, we didnt even make it into talking about some...

I got to hang out with Alexandria Boutros of Chicago Votes! A very informative episode where we talk all things from voting rights to music. Be sure to check out my peeps at chicagovotes,com or connect with them on Instagram, Facebook, & Twitter

Christina Mancari is an up and coming actress from Chicago just starting to makes waves in the industry. A very talented artist, I catch up with my friend about her rise through the ranks, her love of movies, Robin Willims, and Robert Downey Jr. and how she became a comics nerd. Mancari is on the verge of big things but has put some of that on hold because of her big heart and e'll discuss that as...

Dan Pellikan revisits the podcast for a follow-up episode and opens up a bit about where he's been, previous projects, and direction he's heading. A lot of self-relfecting, we learn alot about his talented backhistory and creative future. Definitely a fun listen as we deep dive into the mind of one of today's talented filmmakers.

Many have seen his face or even voice, as he's a very friendly and familiar not only at many pro restling events but in the world of Cubdom as well. Qumar Zaman has been in different roles with the Cubs, both he'll talk about here. Speaking of which, what's up with these Cubs? And as it is Wrestlemania weekend prepare to get a full does of wreslting talk. Brace yourselves, its nerd time.

I finally got to hang out & chat with one of my true homies Jean Metellus. We go waaaaay back to college days and the stories we could (but don't) share. I might sound a bit off in this one as Jean & I are so close I almost forget what the listener does and doesn't know but still we hit some key subjects like music, Haiti, his impressive family, Fondy, old roommates and much more. Also...we find o...

Finally got to spend some time with long-time friend and former Wrigley co-worker Russell Johnson. Russell is one of the few guys I know who knows alot about alot of stuff, and he shares some of that with us, along with what he's been up to and other tidbits. Of course we talk Cubs and music, & even Avis!!! A fun catch-up with an old friend!

Here is the official bio of my buddy Jeremy Walton: grew up playing football and basketball, swimming, snowboarding, and running track. After playing football at the University of Arizona he moved to Newport, CA where he became certified as a personal trainer and began his career in fitness. He’s now been a fitness professional for over 15 years. Jeremy is the co-director of training and an instru...

I promise you this isnt a podcast about KRS-One....not yet at least. But until I come up with a more clever headline this is what you get. We get back on track talking to the homie Deonte Tanner, the founder and President on Servants for Hope. I like to use the nickname "random hero" alot because anyone can be a hero. An everyday person like you or me, no capes needed. Deonte is one of those peopl...

Amy Guth is a total bad ass. Listen along as I attempt to interview master of communication of many forms. We get into some really cool topics, from from Amy's curly hair (don't care...sorry, had to), internet bullying of women and social media to a convo about one of the few musical artists I actually dislike (Morrissey). We didnt get to nearly as many cool topics as I wanted to pick Amy's brain...

My homie Sharon Muleller Tuzik came by this week and we chatted about all things music and all things Sharon, including ho she ended up at Wrigley and her rise and prepping her first convention as a sup. More importantly we talk music (and yes i finally remembered that song!). Take a listen you maye learn a thing or two!

Brian Garza has been a fixture in the Cubs front office ticket department form as long as I've been around. Alays one of the nicest and coolest guys you'll run into, A known music lover, Brian takes us down a really cool rode of how he made he got from a small town in Illinois to working withthe Chicago Cubs. We also talk music. Lots of music.. More importantly we talk Bono and just why he loves U...

The rise of Carly & Martina has been amazing, These 17 year old singer/songwriting twins from the Chicago area are becoming a force on the pop scene with a message in their songs that is not only catchy, but inspiring. I met these amazing ladies as they graciously volunteered their time for I Grow Chicago's 1st fundraising event, GATHER, and completely wowed the crowd. Since then its been nothing...

Face it, youre all here for the clever titles aren't you? I hung out with my guy Rhys....a senior attending Notre Dame College Prep and legacy Wrigley employee. I wanted to get inside the weird and wild mindset of a high school senior/soon to be college freshman and see just what he has to say about things of the world. Catch up and learn about one of the nicest & hardest working kids at Wrigley F...

Ive known Gene Sims for more than half my life and I've never been wrong about him. One of the smartest and most loyal guys you'll ever meet, Gene is filled with good common sense. He's also filled with great stories. Much like myself, one of those people who can tell you "where they buried the bodies" (no one has been killed btw just an expression) Gene is a respected teacher and leader no matter...

While I've known I Grow Chicago Co- Executive Director Erin Vogel for a while now, getting her to sit down to talk for more than 3 minutes is almost impossible. Involved in so much and so many things, Erin willingly wears man, many hats. I finally get Vogs to myself fo a long sit down where I get to ask all the questions I've been trying to ask for the past 3 years lol. We talk about I Grow Chicag...

Freind of the show Elizabeth stops by to be the 1st victim of our ever-popular game 20 Questions of DOOM! The questions are selected randomly by friends, enemies, strangers, mammals, etc...and range from funny, weird, honest, informative but definitely entertaining.

Spent some time with my friend Blake to catch up on life. No details needed, just a fun conversation on the world of Blake. Fair warning: big time nerd stuff discussed here.

A special Chirstmas edition of "YTD..." with one of my friends, Rob Wood. Many of you may have seen Rob at Cubs games at Wrigley Field as one of the senior field guards, but I see Rob in a whole different light: as the man who loves Christmas! So we talk about Christmas things, catch up on the mysterious background of Rob, talk some music, some dating tips & work stuff, but more importantly we tal...

Frank was with Obama at the White House.... wha? Frank Walker was one of the first faces I ever saw when I started with the Cubs. And like many I didnt know too much about his history, but after listening to this episode of the podcast you'll come away with an entirely different understanding a view. Lots of great stories, including a TON of Cubs stuff. We recorded this on the anniversary of forme...

Vernon Cole was one of the first people I met when i got to college, and was/is easily one of the most interesting people I know. Vern has a smart opinion or experience about allot of things near and dear to my heart so of course I had to sit down & chat with him. Check it out here, OPRF and Shine King's own Vernon J. Cole

Another amazing episode with another amazing creative. Finally got to sit down with my man, the great photographer Kenneth Johnson. Kenneth's amazing I AM ENGLEWOOD series showed theinfamous neighborhood in a different light, focusing on the beauty and joy of neighbors, familes, events. On this episode we spoke oabout Kenneth's rise and a few of our mutual passions (The Score, NBA, The Sox, Outkas...

I hung out with old friend Nick Erlenbaugh and picked up a tip or two to help my sad poker gaming skills. We also spoke about music, video and board games, the Cubs and the Bears, and Nick's insane poker skills and his trip to the World Series of Poker. Wrigley peeps will dig it, and you'll learn a bit more of how big of a nerd I really am (elite level nerd status).

I love the NBA. And I especially love talking hoops with people who follow the game like I do. My guy Joe Flaherty stops by to talk hoops (and music, since thats what we do here) as the NBA season kicked off this week. You can also follow along with my NBA thoughts & check out my latest article published at Medium - https://medium.com/ @mikekincaide/welcome-back-nba-e760ba425153

Since high school DJ John Simmons has been DJing & rockin events all across the world! A fellow St. Rita alum, I've known John since he was a turning it out in band & tearing up our school dances. Celebrating his 25th of DJing this Thanksgiving John is still THE go-to guy if you're looking for house music or out in the world looking fora great house/dance mix. With his 30th anniversary coming up i...