AppleSauced: Recent Episodes
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Michael tells the exciting story of his high speed blow out and James talks about his new electric car. Plus more stunning revelations in our AI-written radio murder mystery play The Cursed Chalice
Beer: Drive Thru Red by Trader Joe's Brewing Company
On this fun-filled episode we share our bad date stories. Find out who threw up during their date, who threw up all over their date and who was out-drunk by their date. Plus a truly torrid twist in our radio mystery play.
Beer: Don’t Go Bacon My Heart by Revolver Brewing
James is troubled by a dream involving Michael and a hamburger. We chat about the new Apple headset thingamabob. There is a shocking twist in our murder mystery radio play.
Beer: Geisterzug by Independence Brewing Co.
On this Thanksgiving episode, Judge Wheeler delivers a stunning verdict. We drink beer, give thanks and discuss things including Twitter.
Beer: Shiner TexHex Bruja’s Brew IPA
Spooky real life ghost stories from Wheeler and Alves, but James is still not convinced. Plus our favorite scary movies and some (strong) pumpkin beer. It's a Halloween episode of AppleSauced!
Beer: Pumpkinhead Ale by Shipyard Brewing Co. & 2022 Pumpkinator Imperial Stout by St. Arnold Brewing Co
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On this extended-length episode, we briefly acknowledge the Queen’s demise before chatting about far more interesting things - video games.
Beer: Game On! By Level Beer Brewing
After enjoying splendid summer vacations, Clay, James and Michael reminisce about some of their favorite trips.
Beer: McGuire’s Irish Red Ale
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Our exciting summer blockbuster episode begins with James smashing a beer glass before we hear big news from Michael and Clay. Conversation turns to summer movie reboots and amazing documentaries.
Beer: El Chingon & La Chingona by Four Corners
We chat with Derek Chapin, CEO of MorningSave, about opening a first brick and mortar shop. James recounts a horrendous experience with Poo-Pourri.
Hosts: Michael Alves, James Munton, Clay Wheeler
Guest: Derek Chapin
Beer: The Company I Keep by Great Raft Brewing
Michael bought a laser. Meanwhile, Clay and James both loved the Apple+ show, The Afterparty. Find out who absolutely crushes this week’s quiz.
Beer: Black Curtains by Peticolas Brewing
Michael, James and Clay chat with Carolyn Hestand Kennedy and discover some of the fascinating history surrounding Texas trees. Clay reveals his secret ambition to become a tree after he dies. Michael's Beer Report contains some troubling Icelandic words.
Guest: Carolyn Hestand Kennedy - https://www.carolynhestand.com/
Beer: Icelandic Arctic Pale Ale by Einstök Ölgerð
James, Michael and Clay let the good times roll as they celebrate Mardi Gras and weather apps. Michael’s Bock Report checks all the bocks!
Beer: Mardi Gras Bock by Abita Brewing Co.
James, Michael and Clay chat about HBO's excellent series White Lotus, the Metaverse, Michael's new arcade machine and everything you ever wanted to know about Golden Ales.
Beer: Big Wave Golden Ale by Kona Brewing
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James and Michael are joined by Clay Wheeler to chat about our favorite things from the last 12 months.
Guest: Clay Wheeler
Beer: Ugly Sweater Holiday Spice Amber Ale by Tupps Brewery
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Bernadette Nason is an award-winning actor, voice-over artist, storyteller, author, and native Brit. Her solo presentations about growing up in England, and expatriate life have received rave reviews. In her latest book Stealing Baby Jesus: A Treasury of Ludicrous Attempts to Rescue Christmas, Bernadette blends humor and humanity, as she embarks on a compelling voyage—from 1960s Britain to present-day Texas—in search of an elusive Christmas she's not sure exists. In 2017, she held the dubious title: "Biggest Liar in Texas."
Guest: Bernadette Nason
Beer: Sierra Nevada Pale Ale by Sierra Nevada Brewing Co.
Links: https://bernadettenason.com
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After the tragic murder of his son, Glenn Hester joined a monastery, became a police officer, a magician and an expert on Bunco games. Tragedy struck again when his granddaughter was also murdered. Ultimately, however, his story is one of triumph as Glenn has dedicated his life to the service of others.
Guest: Glenn Hester
Beer: Shiner Hill Country Peach Wheat Ale - Spoetzl Brewery
Links: https://www.policemagic.com
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His Holiness, Dr. Rev. Daniel Kanter is an old friend to the podcast and is about to become our most frequent guest with his third appearance. David Dobkin is a new friend to the podcast. David is a director/writer and producer of wonderfully funny comedy movies such as Shanghai Knights, Wedding Crashers, and Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga. Due to audio issues, we unfortunately lost some of the conversation, but I am sure you'll agree that what remains is pure interview gold.
Sam Bond is the best-selling, award-winning author of The Milkwood Murder series and The Cousins In Action series for middle grade readers. Sam was raised in a small village in England before moving to the States twenty-six years ago. She now lives in Austin, Texas with her two daughters and a dog named Sausage.
Guest: Sam Bond
Beer: Pilsner by Four Bullets Brewing
Links: https://amzn.to/2B5vCAY https://www.sambondauthor.com
With worldwide box office hits such as Airplane!, Ruthless People, three Naked Guns, Phone Booth, A Walk In the Clouds, and the record-breaking Scary Movie 3 and 4 all to his credit, director/producer/writer David Zucker, has established himself among Hollywood’s (or at least Wisconsin’s) most successful filmmakers.
Guest: David Zucker
Beer: Take the Cannoli by Four Fathers Brewing
Links: Before the Invention of Smiling
Turner Coats is the host and Dungeon Master for the Gimme Da Loot Podcast. He is a Gen X Dad who plays Dungeons & Dragons. Join us on a deep dive into this most wonderfully nerdy of worlds.
Guest: Turner Coats
Beer: Tart N Hoppy Saison by Bruz Beers
Links: https://gmdlcast.com
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Howard Allen is the Owner and creator of Maroon Sausage Company which is inspired by the diverse flavors of the Caribbean; in particular, the Jamaican flavor of jerk and the story of how the flavor came into being. James discovers that Michael has a big sausage problem.
Guest: Howard Allen
Beer: Apricot Blonde by Dry Dock Brewing
Links: https://www.maroonsausage.com
As the daughter of an international con man, Ellie Shojar moved 30 times and lived in refugee camps in Germany before immigrating to the United States at the age of 15. After an 18-year journey studying psychology, philosophy, and spirituality, Ellie founded Peace Unleashed in order to share the inner peace strategies, tools, and processes that helped her become one of the most grounded and peaceful people living today.
Guest: Ellie Shoja
Beer: Long Snacks by Peculier Ales
Links: https://www.peaceunleashed.com
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Helen Chang is a community college economics professor who is running for Collin College Board of Trustees. She reveals the shocking story of mismanagement by the president of Collin Community College and how morale amongst staff at this once great institution is at an all-time low. Helen receives some excellent campaign advice from James and Michael, but is she prepared to do what it takes?
Guest: Helen Chang
Beer: Smithwick's by Guinness
Links: https://helen4ccbot.com
Seven-time acrobatic dance champion, America’s Got Talent finalist and author of four books, David Paris survived a near death experience with COVID. After 30 days in a medical coma and 88 days in the hospital, he wrote about the journey is a new book entitled “A Covid Story.”
Guest: David Paris
Beer: Harp Premium Lager by Guinness
Links: https://davidparisbook.com
Sharing his birthday with Fred Astaire, Matt Tolentino was born in 1985. Some say he was born 80 years too late and Matt has made it his life’s mission to perform and preserve pre-swing American popular music - hot jazz, ragtime, and the roots of swing.
Guest: Matt Tolentino
Beer: Hofbräu Dunkel by Hofbräuhaus München
Links:
Website - http://www.MattTolentino.com
Instagram - @MattTolentino1927
Facebook- http://www.Facebook.com/MattTolentino1927
Fabian Garza was born and raised in Monclovas, Mexico and moved to the USA as a boy. In 2016 he gambled everything on a dream and walked away from a successful career. With a loan from his father, and with the full support of his wife, he took the leap on opening his own family catering business in Dallas TX. He named the new company after his hometown. In a short time, Monclovas Catering has become one of the highest rated wedding and corporate caterers in the area. Fabian is also one of Michael's former students and we hear the grim details of Michael's classroom fury.
Guest: Fabian Garza
Beer: Indio by Cervecería Cuauhtémoc Moctezuma
Links: https://www.monclovascatering.com
Rev. Catharine Clarenbach is a Unitarian Universalist minister and an initiate in the Stone Circle Tradition of Wicca. We are delighted she has returned to the podcast after our first conversation got a little derailed, but that's okay.
Guest: Rev. Catharine Clarenbach
Beer: Shiner Weisse 'n' Easy by Spoetzl Brewery
Links: https://thewayoftheriver.com
Dr. Chéri Phillips is macroeconomist and economics professor at State University of New York (SUNY) at Cortland. This fascinating conversation covers race, gender, the pandemic, and climate change. James and Michael consider their options with the Prisoner's Dilemma.
Guest: Dr. Chéri Phillips
Beer: Montucky Cold Snack by Montucky Cold Snacks
Links: Instagram: @drcheriphillips
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Craig Mitchell is a comedian/actor who once weighed almost 400lbs. Craig shares how he lost 100 lbs and controlled his Type 2 diabetes on his YouTube channel "Off The Cuff: Healthy Cooking w/ Craig Mitchell." The show features low carb recipes, comedy bits and special guests. We also chat about Craig's stand-up comedy career.
Guest: Craig Mitchell
Beer: Coffee Roasters by Uhl's Brewing
Links: https://www.youtube.com/c/OffTheCuffHealthyCookingwithCraigMitchell
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Alina is a competitive pole dancer who has won several competitions. Before her first pole dance class, she couldn't do a single sit-up nor pull up. Just three months later she was able to incorporate an air walk at her first competition. Michael and James decide what type of pole would suit them. James is delighted to discover he possesses a genetic advantage to becoming a superior pole dancer.
Guest: Alina Beer: El Dorado APA by Finkel & Garf Brewing Company Links: https://www.instagram.com/tv/CIuMScpByAK/?igshid=dqh0s72yl54x
Clay Wheeler is a theatre director in Plano ISD, where he has taught for 10 years. His honors include national awards for speech and debate excellence, 1st place at UIL theatre competitions and being named Teacher of the Year in 2016.
In addition to teaching, Clay runs a comedy troupe called The Laugh Supper, he is a stage actor and also does voice-over work.
James and Clay map out a path for Michael to win a future Teacher of the Year award.
Guest: Clay Wheeler
Beer: Public Ale by Community Beer
Links: Facebook.com/thelaughsupper
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Julian Parker is a metalworker who conserves and restores vintage cars. He is also the founder and owner of Moot Lingerie which designs, produces and sells lingerie for men.
Guest: Julian Parker Beer: Sir Williams by Hop & Sting Brewing Company
Links: https://www.mootlingerie.com https://www.julianparkerltd.uk
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Natalie Gunn excommunicated herself from the Mormon Church and now lives in San Francisco where she is a creative strategist. Her life journey has had many twists and turns resulting in a unique perspective on human behavior.
Guest: Natalie Gunn
Beer: Volksbier Vienna by Wibby Brewing
Links: https://NKGcreativeinsights.com
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John H. Slate is an author and city archivist for the City of Dallas, where he is responsible for historic city government records in the Dallas Municipal Archives. John has written numerous articles on archives, photography, music, and Texas history and is the author or co-author of four Arcadia Images of America series books. He is also an actor with an IMDb entry for his fine appearance in the movie Slacker.
Guest: John Slate
Beer: Fancy Lawnmower by St. Arnold
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Simon Han is the author of Nights When Nothing Happened (Riverhead, 2020). His stories and essays have appeared in the Atlantic, the Texas Observer, Guernica, the Iowa Review, Electric Literature, and Literary Hub. The recipient of several fiction awards and arts fellowships, he was born in Tianjin, China, and raised in Texas.
Guest: Simon Han
Beer: Sad Panda Coffee Stout by Horse & Dragon Brewing Company
Links:
https://www.simonhan.com/
https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/611520/nights-when-nothing-happened-by-simon-han/
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Michael and James heal the nation. We chat about the storming of the U.S. Capitol with Rev. Catharine Clarenbach who is a Unitarian Universalist minister and an initiate in the Stone Circle Tradition of Wicca. The discussion moves to three words in Catharine's bio and the issue of reclaiming emotive/offensive words. It's a fascinating conversation and we ran out of time so look out for part two (and possibly three) in the near future.
If you don't have time to listen to the whole thing, please at least listen to 44:25 - 44:50 when Rev. Catharine eloquently says what we all need to hear and take to heart right now.
Guest: Rev. Catharine Clarenbach
Beer: Imperial Somethin' Toasty Nuts
Links: https://thewayoftheriver.com
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Part two of the longest episode in AppleSauced history. Michael and James go head-to-head for the first time ever on the quiz. Find out who wins and why Michael had to apologize to the entire world.
Beer: #GBL by Spice Trade Brewing Company
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James and Michael embark on a special two part festive episode of AppleSauced. They discuss their favorite things of 2020 - movies, music, games, apps and more. You won't believe what Michael's favorite movie is and you'll never guess James' favorite app and you'll be shocked to discover just how click-baity I can get.
Beer: #GBL by Spice Trade Brewing Company
Céline Remy and Kevin Anthony are an international husband and wife team who decided to join forces to create a worldwide movement of true sexual empowerment. Kevin, “The Truth Warrior,” is a Men’s Coach & Tantra Counselor. Céline, “The Intimacy Angel,” is a Holistic Sexologist, Certified Sexological Bodyworker, Relationship, and Intimacy Coach for men and couples. They host The Love Lab Podcast and are co-creators of Sexual Power and Mastery, an online educational training system. They guide people on how to go from ‘good’ to ‘AMAZING’ in the bedroom and beyond.
Guests: Céline Remy and Kevin Anthony
Beer: Postcard Robust Porter by Diebolt Brewing Company
Links:
https://www.powerandmastery.com
https://www.celineremy.com
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On this week's festive episode, James and Michael were able to catch Santa taking a quick break from his busy Christmas preparations. We apologize for the poor audio quality, but the wifi signal at the North Pole is not the best. Santa shares some of his tricks of the trade. We learn that he is also a very serious photographer with a wonderful knowledge of all the best local spots to photograph wildlife.
Guest: Stretch Clendennen
Beer: Very Bad Elf by Ridgeway Brewing
Links: http://stretchc.com
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Ryan Wright is a New York City based actor and lifelong Disney superfan. James and Michael chat with Ryan about a wide-range of Disney-related and un-related topics including cultural shifts and political correctness. During this week's episode we learn why Michael threw away his donuts in a furious rage.
Guest: Ryan Wright
Beer: Westbound Italian Pils by Westbound & Down
Links: https://www.ryandouglaswright.com
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James and Michael chat about camping. They drink some strong beer and descend into drunken waffling.
Guest: None
Beer: Maple Harvest by Uhl’s Brewing Co
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Nina G is a comedian, professional speaker and author of Stutterer Interrupted. Her hilarious, no-nonsense approach to disability awareness and acceptance has led to articles and appearances on NPR's 51%, BBC's Ouch, Psychology Today, Tedx, multiple day time talk shows, and Howard (Stern) 100 News.
Guest: Nina G
Beer: Lager by Altstadt Brewery
Links: https://www.ninagcomedian.com
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James and Michael welcome back an old friend of the podcast - the Rev. Dr. Daniel C. Kanter, Senior Minister of First Unitarian Church of Dallas who shares cycling tales from the back-roads of Texas. James questions Biblical morality and more importantly ponders how many pairs of bike shorts he needs to wear. And we raise a glass to celebrate the life of Michael's father, Jose.
Guest: Rev. Dr. Daniel Kanter
Beer: Oktoberfest by Altstadt Brewing
Links: First Unitarian Church of Dallas
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CoolCatTerri is a professional Twitch streamer. James and Michael learn about the fascinating world of live streaming and online gaming and realize it is a whole new world out there.
Guest: Terri Basner
Beer: Corn Dog Ale by Revolver Brewing Co.
Links: Twitch.tv/CoolcatTerri
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Robert Murch is the world’s foremost collector, historian, and expert on Ouija and Talking Boards and serves as the Chairman of the Board for the Talking Board Historical Society which he founded.
Guest: Robert Murch
Beer: Devil’s Backbone by Real Ale Brewing Company
Links: www.TBHS.org and www.RobertMurch.com
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Today’s guest is Uma Iyer, owner and head baker of Tartalicious which produces artisan baked goods from around the world. A trained architect with an MBA, Uma quit the corporate world and built a thriving bakery business. This year, she added a weekly home delivery service treating customers to a delicious variety of breads.
Guest: Uma Iyer
Beer: Without a Paddle by Three Nations Brewing Co
Links:
www.tartalicious.com www.tartalicious.com/breadex
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Sam Nash is the founder of A Play On Swords, a theatrical company which specializes in educational programming for schools and libraries. He is perhaps best known for his pirate character Captain Zephaniah W. Nash of the pirate ship Scandalous who entertainingly teaches audiences about pirates… separating fact from Hollywood fiction.
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James and Michael learn how to shimmy with Sa’diyya (Elizabeth Parr) who is an internationally-known, multiple award winning professional belly dancer.
Guest: Elizabeth Parr
Beer: 805 Blonde Ale by Firestone Walker Brewing Co
Links: https://www.sadiyyadance.com/study-online1.html
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Jeff Douglas received a birthday gift from his wife. It was a beer making kit. Just a few years later, he owned a brewery. James and Michael chat with Jeff Douglas and Doug Steele from Four Bullets Brewery in Richardson, TX which is famous for producing English Ales with a Texas Twist. Find out how they went from brewing beer in their garage to running a brewery.
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Guests: Jeff Douglas and Doug Steele
Beer: What are the Odds
Links: www.fourbulletsbrewery.com
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If you live in the Dallas area, you’ve probably heard a British chap on the radio giving weather and traffic reports. Our guest today is Christopher Hackett a former radio announcer/host who has done of lot of voice over, industrial film and video work. By the end of the podcast you’ll be talking like a proper Cockney.
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Guest: Christopher Hackett
Beer: Bruz Plains to Pines
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After a decade of lying on broken glass, hammering nails up her nose and stapling money to her body parts as Della Deadgirl, Stacy Hawkins transitioned her lifelong passion for terrifying people into a full-time haunting career. She is an actor trainer at Dark Hour Haunted House and one of the artists making monsters, costumes, and haunted headdresses for Stiltbeast Studios. James has a great business idea - straitjackets for kids.
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Guest: Stacy Hawkins
Beer: Intense Delight
Links:
facebook.com/DoSomethingScary
https://stiltbeaststudios.com/shop/ols/categories/haunted-headdresses
On the wall of the National Press Club in Washington, DC is a photo of two Presidents. On today’s episode we chat with one of them. How do you get Lance Armstrong to change his plans and why did the trick not work on Bill O’Reilly? Larry Lipman, former President of the National Press Club, hosted celebrities such as George Carlin, Lance Armstrong and Jesse Ventura. We get behind-the-scenes stories and enjoy a fascinating discussion about journalism and how it has evolved over the last forty years. Plus, make sure you stick around at the end for a bonus story about JK Rowling!
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Guest: Larry Lipman
Beer: Head in the Clouds by 105 West Brewing Company
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You are feeling very sleepy… Michael and James chat with hypnotist Celeste Hackett and learn the many benefits of personal trance-formation. James recalls the time he was attacked by a hypnotist at a convention and Michael learns whether or not hypnosis can enhance certain parts of his anatomy. But can he beat the expert in this week’s quiz?
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Guest: Celeste Hackett from Family First Hypnosis
Beer: Tupp’s IPA
Links: www.FamilyFirstHypnosis.com
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What happened when The Great Zucchini made President Obama’s daughter disappear?
The Great Zucchini is the most famous children’s entertainer on the planet. He joins James and Michael on today’s episode and dives into the infamous Washington Post article by Gene Weingarten that led to a Hollywood movie project.
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Guest: Eric Knaus - The Great Zucchini
Beer: Red Stripe
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The Great Zucchini’s Website
WashPo article by Gene Weingarten
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Let’s get nerdy - Superhero Nerdy! Michael and James chat with Derek Lewis - a guy who loves comic books - about the incredible HBO series Watchmen. The trio share insights into the show from very different perspectives. Plus, find out who gets absolutely crushed in this weeks’s quiz.
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Guest: Derek Lewis
Beer: All In IPA by Four Bullets
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Discover the secrets to beekeeping and find out how to make honey! James and Michael enjoy a fascinating conversation with the award winning Master Beekeeper Dan Brantner. Dan’s honey has won first place at the State Fair of Texas and the Texas Beekeepers Association annual Honey Contest.
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Guest: Dan Brantner
Today’s Beverage: Mead by Texas Honey Company
Links:
For information about Dan’s award winning honey and mead, send an email to: txhoneyco@gmail.com
https://texasbeekeepers.org
James and Michael chat with alto saxophonist, composer and educator Rudresh Mahanthappa. Rudresh is one of the premier voices in jazz of the 21st century. He has over a dozen albums to his credit, including the acclaimed Bird Calls, which topped many critics’ best-of-year lists.
Rudresh has been named alto saxophonist of the year in many premier jazz publications several times. He has also received the Guggenheim Fellowship and the Doris Duke Performing Artist Award, among other honors, and is currently the Anthony H. P. Lee ’79 Director of Jazz at Princeton University.
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Guest: Rudresh Mahanthappa
Today’s Beer: Juice Pack by Tupp's Brewery
Links:
www.rudreshm.com
https://rudreshmahanthappa1.bandcamp.com/album/hero-trio
https://youtu.be/NSmY80pmavE
https://youtu.be/4b-uI9HFAI4
James and Michael explore the fascinating world of modular synthesizers with Brian Whittington and take a virtual tour of his collection.
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Guest: Brian Whittington
Beer: Porch Rocker by Samuel Adams
James and Michael are joined by Carrie Weaver who is the future host of the popular YouTube channel Weaver’s Workshop. Discover the best places to learn DIY and find out why coyote urine is actually a good thing. James and Michael reach radically different conclusions about this week’s beer.
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Guest: Carrie Weaver
Beer: Dragon Fruit Strawberry Sour by Finkel & Garf Brewing Company
Michael and James learn about tongue placement and other techniques from the wonderful Kathy French.
Kathy is one of the most sought-after private voice teachers in Texas and works with children and adults who want to improve their singing.
James and Michael learn new vocal techniques and essential tips for taking care of their vocal cords. Find out which host once had the “voice of an angel” and how it was tragically taken away. This week’s exciting quiz goes down to the wire.
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Guest: Kathy French
Beer: Foothills Fire Red - Woods Boss Brewing
Links: www.showtunesforacause.com
Michael and James visit Canyon Lake and discover a grisly death. Then they kick back lakeside and reminisce about past vacations good and bad. But who will crush the quiz?
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Beer: Backyard Bee by Revolver Brewing
Michael and James chat with David Murray who is the host of the popular "8-Bit Guy" YouTube channel. The channel has over one million subscribers and David kindly shares the insider secrets to becoming a YouTube superstar. Michael is in geek heaven throughout most of the episode and James divulges how he once committed the “perfect” crime. He would have got away with it too if it wasn’t for those pesky kids…
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Name of Guest: David Murray
Beer: Sam ’76
Links: https://www.youtube.com/user/adric22, http://www.the8bitguy.com
Michael and James learn how to speak without moving their lips with ventriloquist David Pitts. David talks about performing stand-up comedy with his son. David is also an ambassador for the wonderful Morgan’s Wonderland which James and Michael discover is the world’s first “ultra-accessible” theme park.
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Name of Guest: David Pitts
Beer: Kronenbourg 1664
Links: http://mrpitts.com, https://www.morganswonderland.com
Warwick Stone has designed leather jackets for Freddie Mercury, put a Cadillac in the ceiling of the Hard Rock Cafe and is an expert appraiser on the popular Pawn Stars television program. James shares the awful truth about Princess Diana’s hat and Michael learns why his JFK poster could be worth so much more…
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Name of Guest: Warwick Stone
Beer: Fat Tire by New Belgium Brewing Company
Links: www.warwickstone.com
Michael and James get fabulously nerdy with the wonderful Dr. Patrick Michaud. Robot contests, the poetry of coding and an exciting round of Michael vs. the Expert make this an episode to savor like a fine glass of Sam Adams.
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Name of Guest: Dr. Patrick Michaud
Beer: Sam Adams Boston Lager
Links:
https://pmichaud.com/
Who better to investigate the misdirection of a cover-up than a professional magician? When not performing for Hollywood stars, Saudi royalty and the Washington elite, Hugh Turley investigates suspicious suicides such as Vince Foster and Thomas Merton.
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Name of Guest: Huh Turley
Beer: Guinness Draught
Links: http://www.fbicover-up.com/
Books: The Martyrdom of Thomas Merton: An Investigation, Failure of the Public Trust
Looking for a great work-from-home business? Why not become a travel agent! James and Michael chat with travel industry expert Steph Lee. We also have a fascinating discussion about Steph’s journey to have her rare autoimmune disease diagnosed and how she has adjusted to living with vasculitis. James tells us who kicked him in the balls on the bridge to Mont-Saint-Michel and why.
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Name of Guest: Steph Lee
Beer: Voodoo Ranger IPA by the New Belgium Brewing Company
Links:
https://hostagencyreviews.com/
James and Michael are joined by Leah Spasova who is a psychologist and sex and relationships educator. Can Leah help Michael improve his sexy time? Why won't James buy a sex swing? And is The Double Decker a sex position or name of a pub?
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Name of Guest: Leah Spasova
Beer: Peroni Nastro Azzurro
Links:
https://www.lifesexperts.com/
Ley lines and twisted hair, Prince William’s black eye, and the Forest of Song can only mean one thing - Jolly Roger is our guest on the podcast. Discover the true secrets to being jolly. Find out why James will never forgive Andrew Lloyd Weber and Sarah Brightman.
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Name of Guest: Jolly Roger Blakiston
Beer: Shift by New Belgium Brewing
Links:
https://www.comicmagician.com/
Forest of Song Facebook Group
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James and Michael chat with authors Jennifer Ziegler and Chris Barton. After a lovely discussion about publishing books for young readers, things get heated. Michael gets quite testy after an exacting round of Michael vs. the Experts. Then, tempers flare as James recounts the awful story of Michael’s unjust accusations. Do not miss this episode!
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Name of Guests: Jennifer Zeigler and Chris Barton
Beer: New Belgium Juicy Haze IPA
Links:
https://jenniferziegler.net
https://chrisbarton.info
James and Michael are joined by the fabulous Dallas daring duo Chuck and George aka artists Brian K. Scott and Brian K. Jones. Find out how you can be part of a very unique piece of Texas art.
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Name of Guests: Chuck and George aka Brian K. Scott and Brian K. Jones
Beer: El Chingõn
Links:
http://www.chuckandgeorge.net
Big Tex Coloring Book Project
Hard Times Come Again No More by Stephen Foster as performed by American Homebound Orchestra
James and Michael talk fitness with Camp Gladiator’s Becky Leverett Pfeil. Learn some wonderful tips for getting super fit. Find out if Michael can triumph once again in an exciting game of “Michael vs. the Expert.”
Guest: Becky Leverett Pfeil
Beer: Mama's Little Yella Pils
Links: https://campgladiator.com/
We officially now have our very own AppleSauced beer bread recipe! James and Michael chat with baking expert Deb Ross. She provides some fantastic tips for home baking and cooking. Discover who wins the inaugural game of Michael vs. The Expert.
Guest: Deb Ross
Beer: Fat Tire Belgian White by New Belgium Brewing Company
Deb’s Desert Island Books: The New York Times Cook Book by Craig Claiborne; The Dean & Deluca Cookbook by David Rosengarten and Giorgio DeLuca; Entertaining by Martha Stewart; The Indian Cooking Course by Monisha Bharadwaj; the Baker’s Manual by Joseph Amendola and Nicole Rees
Deb Ross/AppleSauced Beer Bread Recipe
- 1 lb 6 oz of warm water
- 2 oz of cake yeast or 0.66 oz instant yeast
- 2.5 oz of oil
- 1 lb molasses
- 1.5 lb rye flour
- .25 oz salt
- 1 lb 2 oz stout beer
Mix dough and give a single rise. Bake in loaf tins at 375 deg for 7-8 mins then lower to 300 deg for 33mins. Serve with whipped honey butter.
James and Michael chat with Polly Holyoke author of the Neptune Project series. Polly shares some wonderful advice for aspiring authors. We chat about writing, selling books, agents and publishers. Discover which genre Polly predicts will be the next big thing!
Guest: Polly Holyoke
Beers: Stella Artois and Longboard
Links:
https://www.pollyholyoke.com
https://applesaucedpodcast.com
James and Michael chat with the Rev. Dr. Daniel C. Kanter - Senior Minister of First Unitarian Church of Dallas. Topics include life, death and the meaning of God, but most importantly the taste of this week’s beer. James shares a tale about a spooky encounter he once had with a Buddhist priest in Japan.
Guest: Rev. Dr. Daniel Kanter
Beer: Dallas Blonde by Deep Ellum Brewing Company
Links:
First Unitarian Church of Dallas
Book: Faith for the Unbeliever
James and Michael have an uplifting chat with superstar high school teacher Colin Hamilton about teaching during the plague.
Our podcast is also getting used to the new reality of online video chat so please the slightly less-than-stellar audio quality while we figure things out. The good news is we now have a YouTube channel so you can WATCH the podcast too!
Guest: Colin Hamilton
Beer: Shiner Bock by Spoetzl Brewery
Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/WB2kIUV6zE0
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The podcast embraces social distancing and James and Michael figure out how to record the show from separate locations. They chat about how the new situation has affected their home and work lives. James shares his prison fantasy and Michael goes full cosplay. To cheer everyone up, they talk about all the other awful disasters in their lifetime that they have lived through and survived.
The AppleSauced Podcast is now global. We would love to chat with friends around the world. Please contact us through the website or Facebook page if you would like to be a guest on a future episode!
Beer: Corona Familiar
James and Michael drink the worst beer in the world and talk about photography and ethics with Dr. Paul Martin Lester, Clinical Professor at the School of Arts, Technology and Emerging Communication at University of Texas at Dallas. Paul is a prolific author, former photojournalist and expert on the subject of visual ethics.
Guest: Dr. Paul Martin Lester
Beer: Best Maid Sour Pickle Beer by the Martin House Brewing Company
Links:
Charles Porter’s Pulitzer Prize winning photo
The photo of Hillary Clinton
023 - Dan Parr
Michael and James discuss the song writing process with musician Dan Parr. Find out Michael’s inspiration for the sad song he wrote. For whom did James write his teenage songs? And James says a number of very wise things.
Hosts: James Munton and Michael Alves
Today’s guest: Dan Parr
Today’s beer: Crawford Bock by Karbach Brewing Co.
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James and Michael are joined by veteran amateur DJ Nigel Reed. Discover how to become a radio DJ and why Nigel’s dad was in prison. Plus, James gets a bit upset at the end and asks an important question - would listeners enjoy more conflict?
Today’s guest: Nigel Reed
Today’s beer: Fuller’s London Pride by Fuller Smith & Turner
Check out Nigel’s Song of the Day on FaceBook
James and Michael are joined by Mike Dana, former police officer with the Dallas Police Department’s Financial Crimes division. We chat about cons and scams and discover how phony psychics use sleight-of-hand magic and psychology to hoodwink their victims. We also learn about some of Dallas PD’s high-tech equipment and why you don’t want to steal one of their “bait” cars!
Guest: Mike Dana
Today’s Beer: Los Locos by Epic Brewing Company
Good Book: The Con, How Scams Work, Why You’re Vulnerable and How to Protect Yourself by James Munton and Jelita McLeod
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James Munton and Michael Alves follow special guest Tracy Daniel down the rabbit hole and who knows where we will all end up?
Discover Tracy’s long history of snooping on friends and acquaintances and how some pictures cannot be unseen. Is her husband secretly a porn star? How did school show magician James Wand help clean up a little piece of the Internet? Rabbit holes often lead to conspiracies - what is the Gemstone file and did Vince Foster really commit suicide? If you die - and nobody tells Facebook - will the gardeners still mow the lawn?
Guest: Tracy Daniel
Today’s Beer: Lemonale by Lakewood Brewing Co.
Tracy’s Cocktail: Seabreeze
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What gadget does Michael Alves predict every house will own within ten years?
James Munton asks lots of interesting questions about 3D Printers and Michael Alves provides lots of interesting answers. Everything you need to know about these fascinating gadgets, but were afraid to ask!
Today’s Beer: Shiner Day Quencher
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018 - How to Open a Record Store
James and Michael visit Panther City Vinyl in Fort Worth and chat with owner Dan Lightner about opening his fabulous record store.
Guest: Dan Lightner owner of Panther City Vinyl
Beer: Bockslider by Martin House Brewing
What a splendid episode this is! Join James Munton and Michael Alves as they interview composer and musician Christopher North. While enjoying a tasty beverage or two, the podcasters engage in a fascinating exploration of the world of scoring movies. The conversation quickly turns from equipment to a deep dive into the philosophy of music. Can AI ever truly replace a human composer?
Hosts: James Munton and Michael Alves
Guest: Christopher North
Beer: Texas Red by Rahr and Sons Brewing Co
James Munton and Michael Alves discuss their New Year resolutions and what exactly it means to become 75% vegan. James declares his love for the Apple Pencil and his renewed love for the iPad. Plus, Apple Watch chat and going to an Apple store video class.
Beer: El Grito from Four Corners Brewing
Links: https://www.goodnotes.com, https://www.propublica.org, https://www.apple.com/today/, https://gamechangersmovie.com
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James and Michael have a lovely chat with firefighter and artist, Ken Craft while enjoying a delightful brew which earns the pod's first ever 10 out of 10!
Hosts: James Munton and Michael Alves
Guest: Ken Craft
Beer: Heart O' Texas by Four Corners Brewing
Links:
Ken's Artsy page: https://www.artsy.net/artist/ken-craft
You may have wondered how magicians do their tricks, but how do they book their gigs? Hosts James Munton and Michael Alves chat with one of the finest entertainers on the planet - Bo Gerard. James discovers that everything he thought about Bo is wrong. Is Bo Gerard even his real name?!
Guest: Bo Gerard
Beer: Dunkel by Franconia Brewing Company in Frisco, TX
Links:
Magician James Munton’s Website
Magician Bo Gerard’s Website
Hosts James Munton and Michael Alves are joined by the wonderful Derek Chapin to chat about online shopping. Find out where and how to get the best tech deals.
Guest: Derek Chapin
Beer: You’ve Been Cerveza’d by Legal Draft Beer
http://www.legaldraftbeer.com/beer
https://www.fakespot.com
https://camelcamelcamel.com
https://setapp.com
https://appsumo.com
https://keepa.com
https://www.joinhoney.com
https://thewirecutter.com
https://www.cnet.com/cheapskate/
https://slickdeals.net
https://www.bradsdeals.com
https://www.retailmenot.com
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On today’s festive Thanksgiving podcast, we give thanks to food. We share our Thanksgiving menus and you'll discover our favorite cooking-related gadgets, websites, tricks and tips. Yum!
Hosts: James Munton & Michael Alves
Guests: Lynn Tanksley & Jelita McLeod
Today’s Beer: Cold Brew Cream Ale from the New Belgium Brewing Company.
Join Michael and James in a fascinating discussion about running a political campaign with the wonderful Sharon Hirsch. Find out why James was angry with Michael.
Guest: Sharon Hirsch - https://www.sharon4tx.com
Today's Beverage: The Dark Cide by Bishop Cider company
Today we discuss entertainment on the big and small screen. James shares his first impressions of Apple TV+ and Irma and Michael recommend some wonderful TV shows and movies for you to check out. Plus, hear the harrowing tale of young James and the girls on the bus.
Guest: Irma Myers-Donihoo
Today’s Beer: Lakewood Lager by the Lakewood Brewing Company
David recounts the exciting story of his recent car crash and Derek talks Tesla.
Meanwhile we knock back several cans of porter.
Today’s Guests: Derek Chapin and David Ewers
Today’s Beer: Pecan Pete by Red Gap Brewing
Michael and James sit down with Jelita McLeod to discuss eBooks, audiobooks, and more. James shares a traumatic childhood memory.
Library apps:
Libby
RB Digital
Flipster
LinkedInLearning
Kanopy
Current Books
Michael: Ripper by Isabel Allende
Jelita: Just Mercy: A Story of Justice and Redemption by Bryan Stevenson
James: Death & Co: Modern Classic Cocktails
Daquiri recipe
2oz light rum
¾ oz fresh lime juice
¾ oz simple syrup
Shake all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Strain into a coupe glass.
Today we discuss board games and learn the peculiar story of Jason’s childhood chum. Find out why this is considered to be the “Golden Age of Board Games” and discover some of our personal favorite games.
Guest: Jason Daniel
Today’s Beer: Banana Bread by Eagle Brewery
Jason’s recommended Youtube channels: Miami Dice, Shut Up and Sit Down, No Pun Intended
Our recommended games:
Jason: Exploding Kittens, Mage Wars, Twilight Imperium, Rebellion,
James: Risk, Ticket to Ride, Scrabble, Coup, Love Letter
Michael: Bananas, Monopoly, Carcassonne
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Who remembers 8-track?! And do you remember the 8-track playing robot?
On today’s podcast, Tracy Donihoo joins James and Michael for a fascinating discussion about the evolution of music formats from vinyl to MP3 and recently the resurgence of vinyl. Tracy is a 45-year veteran of the music industry and is currently a director of sales with the Disney Music Group.
Guest: Tracy Donihoo
Beer: Fire Ant Funeral by the Texas Ale Project
Bits & Bobs: Panther City Vinyl, Astro Record Store, 2-XL - the 8-track playing robot.
There is a lot of buzz about today’s podcast. Join Michael, James and special guests as they discuss how to lose weight, get healthy, and look fabulous with some of their favorite exercise apps.
Guests: Derek Chapin and Jeff Whitfield
Beer: Local Buzz by Four Corners Brewing
Derek’s Apps:
Cyclemeter
Strava
Polar H7 heart rate sensor. H10 is the current gen model.
Fitbod
Headspace
Map My Ride
Jeff’s Apps:
Wahoo Elemnt Roam
Relive
Strava
SmartGym
Insight Timer
Cronometer
Michael’s Apps:
https://ridewithgps.com/
https://www.noom.com/
James’ Apps:
Apple Health
Apple Activity
Renpho Bathroom Scales and App
Lose It!
On today’s episode, James and Michael get some top tips about buying and selling homes. Find out how to get top dollar for your junk.
Guests: Lory Franke from The Yeatman Team at Ebby Halliday Realtors in Frisco, TX (https://lory.ebby.com) and Teresa Ewers
Beer: Cosy Bavarian by 3 Nations Brewing https://3nationsbrewing.com/beer/cozy-bavarian/#
In today's episode, we chat about work apps on mobile devices and try a beer which dramatically divides opinions between the hosts and our guests! Discover how President George W. Bush destroyed James' iPad.
Hosts: James Munton, Michael Alves
Guests: Derek Chapin, Jason Daniel
Apps: Notability, PDF Pen, Fantastical, Spark, Edison Mail, Untappd
Beer: Alamo Golden Ale. Alamo beer company, San Antonio
Our beer tonight gets high marks as we discuss passwords and security. Find out how Lynn’s social security number ended up on TV!
Beer: Santo Beer
Book: Book: The Con, How Scams Work, Why You’re Vulnerable & How to Protect Yourself by James Munton & Jelita McLeod
App: 1Password
James and Michael try two hatch chili beers and chat about our summer trips and the websites and tech we used. Our special guests today are Jelita McLeod and Lynn Tanksley.
https://www.vrbo.com
https://secure.splitwise.com
https://untappd.com