Season 8
July 13, 2022
It's the Season 8 Last Flight Out!!
Yes, Rebels, Season 9 will start next week. But first a look back on the past season. Thanks to all who had a hand in this season, and especially to you, the listener! If you're listening on Spotify, please take a minute to …
July 6, 2022
The Sherpa Screening Room: Meet Jennifer Vaughn! (Season 8 Finale)
Back when I was a wee Sherpa, news anchor Walter Cronkite was considered "the most trusted man in America". Around jellybeans might have been a different story, but I digress. Sometimes, I wonder if ,in this day and age, the…
June 29, 2022
Although "You Hate To See It", you get to hear it , from hosts Nick and Jeff!
I really should have known better here, Rebels. Interviewing guys on a unique podcast gave me a unique interview. Who knew I'd end up talking about sleep disorders?? But Jeff and Nick had interesting tales to tell about both…
June 22, 2022
The Sherpa Screening Room: Meet Dale Niehaus (Again)!
So, if you were listening to this show on July 23, 2020 (and why weren't you?), you heard one of my "Faces to Watch" episodes, featuring Dale. And as we noted in this show, what a difference a year makes! I'm keeping my fing…
June 15, 2022
Eat the Microfilm! It's ex-Army spy Pete Turner, of "The Break It Down Show"!
Interesting coincidence- Pete has interviewed drummer Stewart Copeland, and a week later, I hear an interview with Tim Ferriss, and who else? Stewart Copeland! What can we conclude from this, Rebels? Stewart Copeland is clea…
June 8, 2022
The Sherpa Screening Room: Meet John Anthony!
So, exactly how do you go from a middle school coach to an actor , writer, and director? Just listen to John's story and learn one way to do it. He's smart enough to know if there isn't a role out there for him, he can alwa…
June 1, 2022
Will and Karen, of "The Skeptic Metaphysicians"podcast, make an Afterlife House Call!
Jealous, Rebels! I had to tell Will and Karen before our interview how jealous I am of the audio on their podcast. So, they just laughed at me and phoned one of their previous guests to cast a spell on me.And now, I have a t…
May 25, 2022
On a comic couch? "Dannylize This", with Daniel "Papi" Gonzalez!
(WARNING: A little bit of profanity in this episode...) You know, sometimes it seems like it's open season on comics after "that slapping incident" we've all seen. Which incidentally, will be the LAST time I attempt to help …
May 18, 2022
The Sherpa Screening Room: Meet Travis Dunn!
Lately, I've been stumbling across guests who found a new course a bit later in life. (Well, I'd be stumbling anyway.) Travis fits that bill, being dared to attend an acting class, and subsequently getting bitten by the acti…
May 11, 2022
The Sherpa Screening Room: Meet Allison Church!
Allison was lots of fun to spend time with. I think she's the first transgender guest I've had on the show. She was telling me before our interview that electrolysis is NOT fun. If I needed to do that, they'd have to break o…
May 4, 2022
The Sherpa Screening Room: Meet John Moyer!
You Rebels know how much I love it when I get to learn new things. And, such was the case with interviewing John. Personally, I've never been hypnotized. But if it was, would I be persuaded to sound talented and professional…
April 27, 2022
The Sherpa Screening Room: Meet Keith Ross Nelson!
Today, we get a peek into the life of a traveling comic, who's been doing it for years. We also discuss kung fu, and what happens when you've got too many cats in your house. What does this have to do with comedy, you might …
April 20, 2022
We're shooting the (Esther's) "Breeze" with Esther Brzezinski!
Esther may be in her 60's, but she doesn't look it at all. Unlike me, who is 145. But she doesn't think like someone in her 60's. A situation during the pandemic presented itself, and poof! This Canadian entrepreneur was off…
April 13, 2022
Faster Than a Speeding...Podcaster! It's Paul Maglietta of "The Misfit Faction"!
Prior to Paul and I having this interview, he asked if I wanted to come on his show. But I'm not a good fit. I thought he meant his show about superheroes. Actually, the only superhero comics I remember watching on TV were "…
April 6, 2022
The Sherpa Screening Room: Meet CJ and Lorrisa Julianus!
It's always fun when I have two guests on at once. It's also unique for me when I get to tell said guests, "Hey, I saw your movie!" And the police don't get involved! Such was the case this time around for your Sherpa. Befor…
March 31, 2022
The Sherpa Screening Room: Meet Frank Ferrante! (A Sherpa Select Encore Broadcast)
If you'd like to find the air times on your local PBS network for Frank's special, check here . (For reference, I'm in Season 8 now, but it doesn't hurt to go back and check out my older shows!) And, while watching his speci…
March 30, 2022
The Sherpa Screening Room: Meet Neil Getzlow!
(Warning: Mature Subject Matter) This season, I've gotten to meet some people who have undergone really powerful transformations in their lives. But change, as they say, is good (If you don't count New Coke or Vegemite). Ne…
March 23, 2022
The Sherpa Screening Room: Meet Michael Baker!
So, would you buy a used car from this man? Of course, he's been on my podcast! There was probably so much more interesting stuff that I could have found out about Michael Baker, in addition to what he already covers. Regard…
March 16, 2022
A true survivor, we're meeting David Keck, of the "Surviving Abuse" podcast!
(Warning: Content Alert) David told me before our interview that he doesn't like to end his episodes in a downbeat manner, and I wondered how he does that. And oddly enough, our conversation, after the interview, ended with …
March 9, 2022
The Sherpa Screening Room: Meet Joel Carroll!
(Content warning for this episode.) Perspective. That's the word that kept creeping up in my head for this interview. And for 2 reasons. Reason 1 was me. See, I'm normally a stickler for being on time for interviews. And wha…
March 2, 2022
Cue the Spooky Music! It's Gabe Cymbalista of "Cymbalistic Cynicism"!
Although you (obviously) couldn't see it, Gabe also has an incredible collection of movie memorabilia, in addition to his love for movies. I had a fun time getting to know him. He's definitely a kind-hearted person, even ami…
Feb. 23, 2022
The Sherpa Screening Room: Meet Christen Stovall!
I've heard it said that everyone has a book in them. And I'd have to agree with that. With a little steak sauce, "Where's Waldo?" can taste just like "Gone With The Wind." (Not what that means? Um, never mind.) But what kind…
Feb. 16, 2022
The Sherpa Screening Room: Meet Lisa Czarina Michaud!
So, do I now owe a "je suis désolé" to the Nation of France, after my awful Jerry Lewis impression? Maybe I can get a descendant of Dean Martin to cover for me. Getting to do this interview with Lisa was a fun experience. It…
Feb. 9, 2022
Kim Hawkinson gets The Sherpa on a leash! (It's dog training time...)
So, this one's for all you "dog people" out there. I never got to see Kim's dog through the whole interview, but I'm sure she was aware we were recording a podcast. Or maybe I'm just not as interesting as a box of Snausages.…