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As a Chicago Real Estate agent and entertainer I've met folks from all walks of life and nothing fascinates me more than sharing their stories with you. From actors, entrepreneurs, surgeons, to athletes, entertainers, and authors there's always a story behind the person. You don't want to miss an episode. You never know who may stop in! Subscribe to "Mike Talk" for REAL life, REAL talk, REAL Mike! Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miketherealtor/support
Matt Liston is a passionate filmmaker from Chicago Heights, now residing in Los Angeles. He began his career with independent films like "Chasing October," blending documentary and scripted content, and has since worked on major projects, including collaborations with LeBron James. Matt remains deeply connected to Chicago, evident in his storytelling and ongoing projects.
In this episode, Matt and I discuss his journey from a Chicago sports enthusiast to a filmmaker in LA. They delve into his notable works, including the Cubs-themed "Chasing October" and his upcoming podcast, "Game Plan: The Wendell Brown Story." The conversation highlights the challenges and triumphs of documenting sports stories and the emotional impact of these projects.
Listeners interested in sports documentaries and filmmaking will find valuable insights into creating compelling sports narratives. Keywords such as "Chicago Cubs," "documentary filmmaking," "Wendell Brown story," and "sports activism" are woven throughout the episode, making it a rich resource for aspiring filmmakers and sports fans alike.
References:
- Chasing October
- Game Plan: The Wendell Brown Story
- Uninterrupted Presents "Mr. Impossible"
Potential Listener Questions:
1. What inspired Matt Liston's documentary "Chasing October" about the Chicago Cubs?
2. How did Matt Liston become involved in Wendell Brown's story?
3. What are the key challenges in creating sports documentaries according to Matt Liston?
Connect with Mike: https://linktr.ee/mtrlinks
"Born and raised in Chicago, I learned at a young age that community starts with us, the neighbors, made up of 77 communities, commitment, hard work and dedication. We're much more than just a second city. We are visionaries, we are creators, we are fans, we are friends, we are stories, stories that matter, like yours."
-Mike
Matt Liston is a passionate filmmaker from Chicago Heights, now residing in Los Angeles. He began his career with independent films like "Chasing October," blending documentary and scripted content, and has since worked on major projects, including collaborations with LeBron James. Matt remains deeply connected to Chicago, evident in his storytelling and ongoing projects.
In this episode, Matt and I discuss his journey from a Chicago sports enthusiast to a filmmaker in LA. They delve into his notable works, including the Cubs-themed "Chasing October" and his upcoming podcast, "Game Plan: The Wendell Brown Story." The conversation highlights the challenges and triumphs of documenting sports stories and the emotional impact of these projects.
Listeners interested in sports documentaries and filmmaking will find valuable insights into creating compelling sports narratives. Keywords such as "Chicago Cubs," "documentary filmmaking," "Wendell Brown story," and "sports activism" are woven throughout the episode, making it a rich resource for aspiring filmmakers and sports fans alike.
References:
- Chasing October
- Game Plan: The Wendell Brown Story
- Uninterrupted Presents "Mr. Impossible"
Potential Listener Questions:
1. What inspired Matt Liston's documentary "Chasing October" about the Chicago Cubs?
2. How did Matt Liston become involved in Wendell Brown's story?
3. What are the key challenges in creating sports documentaries according to Matt Liston?
Connect with Mike: https://linktr.ee/mtrlinks
"Born and raised in Chicago, I learned at a young age that community starts with us, the neighbors, made up of 77 communities, commitment, hard work and dedication. We're much more than just a second city. We are visionaries, we are creators, we are fans, we are friends, we are stories, stories that matter, like yours."
-Mike
As a Chicago Realtor I've met people from all walks of life and nothing fascinates me more than the people of this city and their stories. In my brief visit to Little Italy Chicago I was able to learn more about this community and how it helped shape Mike The Fly Garcia as a professional boxer.
Find Mike the Realtor at: https://linktr.ee/mtrlinks
Find Mike "The Fly" Garcia at: https://www.instagram.com/miketheflygarcia/
Music by: Fred Taylor Aka PRODUCER TOXIC https://www.instagram.com/producertoxic/?hl=en
Podcast Production and Podcast Management by: Bryan at OceanTree Creative https://linktr.ee/oceantreecreative
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I peel back the curtain a little bit on this one. I let the tape keep rolling after my wonderful interview of Sandy and Michelle at the Wines to Find Podcast. I just felt in the mood to open up a little bit to you the listener, and let you in on my motives for life, and career, and honestly, this podcast. I hope that you don't mind a little raw sounding podcast?
Find Mike the Realtor at: https://linktr.ee/mtrlinks
Music by: Fred Taylor Aka PRODUCER TOXIC https://www.instagram.com/producertoxic/?hl=en
Podcast Production and Podcast Management by: Bryan at OceanTree Creative https://linktr.ee/oceantreecreative
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Sisters, Sandy & Michelle, are on a mission to try two new wines per week. While tasting and reviewing, they share helpful hints as well as tips and tricks to wine tasting and selection. Each episode uses the Wines To Find simple method for curating wines. Taste along with us and share your thoughts on whether or not the wines featured are Wines To Find. The Wines to Find Podcast is a Top 50 wine podcast!
Find Mike the Realtor at: https://linktr.ee/mtrlinks
Find Sandy and Michelle at: https://linktr.ee/winestofind
Music by: Fred Taylor Aka PRODUCER TOXIC https://www.instagram.com/producertoxic/?hl=en
Podcast Production and Podcast Management by: OceanTree Creative https://linktr.ee/oceantreecreative
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Mike sits with the son of a former Chicago mob boss Frank Calabrese Jr. for an exclusive one on one Interview.
Find out what really happened in the Hollywood hit film "Casino" in this powerful interview of life, death, family, and survival.
This episode originally aired here: https://youtu.be/IkIKyLfVHFA
Find Mike the Realtor at: https://linktr.ee/mtrlinks
Music by: Fred Taylor Aka PRODUCER TOXIC https://www.instagram.com/producertoxic/?hl=en
Podcast Production and Podcast Management by: OceanTree Creative https://linktr.ee/oceantreecreative
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Flaco Navaja is a singer, poet, actor, who is born and raised in the Bronx. His IMDB is rich in history and he sings in both Spanish and English and has toured with various groups across the globe. If Héctor Lavoe Boxed Rubén Blades and KRS-1 was the referee you'd get Flaco. Recently Flaco has spent some time at Urban Theater in the Humbolt Park area of Chicago.
Find Mike the Realtor at: https://linktr.ee/mtrlinks
Find Mikey's show at https://www.instagram.com/flaconavaja/?hl=en
Music by: Fred Taylor Aka PRODUCER TOXIC https://www.instagram.com/producertoxic/?hl=en
Podcast Production and Podcast Management by: OceanTree Creative https://linktr.ee/oceantreecreative
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There are names that are synonymous to Chicago but when it comes to Chicago sports there are those that will forever leave a mark. On this episode of MIKE TALK I chat with former Chicago Bear and ACC LEGEND Desmond Clark on self improvement, entrepreneurship , sports and of course his call to the ACC book of Legends.
Find Mike the Realtor at: https://linktr.ee/mtrlinks
Find Desmond Clark at: https://lnk.bio/desmondclark
Music by: Fred Taylor Aka PRODUCER TOXIC https://www.instagram.com/producertoxic/?hl=en
Podcast Production and Podcast Management by: OceanTree Creative https://linktr.ee/oceantreecreative
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If you ask most people what they think of Chicago they would probably have more negative things to say than positive . Today, I had the chance to talk with Chicago's NBC NEWS CHRISTIAN FARR on how much good is being done in some of Chicago's communities by organizations that help with mental health and youth mentorship.
Find Mike the Realtor at: https://linktr.ee/mtrlinks
Find Christian Farr at: https://www.instagram.com/christianfarrtv/?hl=en
Music by: Fred Taylor Aka PRODUCER TOXIC https://www.instagram.com/producertoxic/?hl=en
Podcast Production and Podcast Management by: OceanTree Creative https://linktr.ee/oceantreecreative
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I'm sure you've heard the term "don't stand in the kitchen if you cant handle the heat".
Today's guest has proven to not only stand in it but to also be a voice for those not heard. Meet Sam Sanchez restaurateur AND the FIRST MEXICAN AMERICAN to lead the Illinois Restaurant Association as Chairman. Sam is the perfect man for the job as everything begins to reopen. Hear how he's in discussions with the Mayor and others in leadership in efforts to help curb Chicago's violence and toughen laws on repeat criminal offenders.
Find Mike the Realtor at: https://linktr.ee/mtrlinks
Find Sam at: https://www.instagram.com/samsamco/
Music by: Fred Taylor Aka PRODUCER TOXIC https://www.instagram.com/producertoxic/?hl=en
Podcast Production and Podcast Management by: OceanTree Creative https://linktr.ee/oceantreecreative
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The mission Crushers Club is to be the strongest alternative to gangs.
By providing employment, boxing, mentoring, music, life skills and more, we are able to arm young people with the support and skills they need to restore their lives and improve their neighborhood. Crushers Club is rooted in four ideals—respect, discipline, ownership, and love—that give our members a fighting chance.
Find Mike the Realtor at: https://linktr.ee/mtrlinks
Find Crushers Club at: https://www.instagram.com/englewoodcrushers/
Music by: Fred Taylor Aka PRODUCER TOXIC https://www.instagram.com/producertoxic/?hl=en
Podcast Production and Podcast Management by: OceanTree Creative https://linktr.ee/oceantreecreative
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Justin Roman had two dreams: pitch for the Cubs or be the next Michael Jackson.
Baseball didn’t work out. But as co-host of the Stylz and Roman show on B96mnand as front man for a band that’s toured with Pitbull, and now as half of Kenzie and Roman on The Marquee Network, Justin has hit his stride, and having fun!
Find Mike the Realtor at: https://linktr.ee/mtrlinks
Find Just Roman at: https://www.instagram.com/livewithroman/
Music by: Fred Taylor Aka PRODUCER TOXIC https://www.instagram.com/producertoxic/?hl=en
Podcast Production and Podcast Management by: OceanTree Creative https://linktr.ee/oceantreecreative
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Did you know "The Windy City" wasn't Chicago's nickname because of the weather?
Politics and Chicago have been a talk of the town for decades... And not in a good sense.
Todays guest on MIKE TALK former Cook County Commissioner Edwin Reyes tells us not only WHO he lost his last election to but HOW powerful and influential the city political machine can be. Now he is determined to not only WIN this election but to finally give the community of the 8th District of Chicago the commissioner they deserve.
Find Mike the Realtor at: https://linktr.ee/mtrlinks
Find Edwin at: https://www.instagram.com/edwinreyes4188/
Music by: Fred Taylor Aka PRODUCER TOXIC https://www.instagram.com/producertoxic/?hl=en
Podcast Production and Podcast Management by: OceanTree Creative https://linktr.ee/oceantreecreative
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Want to break into stand up comedy? Get advice from the one who tells it how it is! With a smile of course! Join us as Mikey O talks to us about what got him started in show business, some helpful advice to young comedians on how to speed start your career AND how he's more handsome then William Levy!
Find Mike the Realtor at: https://linktr.ee/mtrlinks
Find Mikey's show at https://www.mikeyoshow.com
Music by: Fred Taylor Aka PRODUCER TOXIC https://www.instagram.com/producertoxic/?hl=en
Podcast Production and Podcast Management by: OceanTree Creative https://linktr.ee/oceantreecreative
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As a Chicago Real Estate agent and entertainer I've met folks from all walks of life and nothing fascinates me more than sharing their stories with you.
From actors, entrepreneurs, surgeons, to athletes, entertainers, and authors there's always a story behind the person.
You don't want to miss an episode. You never know who may stop in! Subscribe to "Mike Talk" for REAL life, REAL talk, REAL Mike!
Find Mike the Realtor at: https://linktr.ee/mtrlinks
Music by: Fred Taylor Aka PRODUCER TOXIC https://www.instagram.com/producertoxic/?hl=en
Podcast Production and Podcast Management by: OceanTree Creative https://linktr.ee/oceantreecreative
--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/miketherealtor/support