Amigos with Mike Finoia

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Ryan Stasik; Lover of Comedy & Maker of Music Aug 14, 2019

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Mike is joined by Bass player / comedy junkie Ryan Stasik (Umphrey's McGee, Doom Flamingo, Omega Moo's) on an instant classic episode. Raised by a standup comedian mom, Ryan's love of comedy runs deep, and the two discuss bocce, injuries, bachelorette parties, Dave Attell, Improv, their amazing wives, and so much more.

Check out Ryan, Umphrey's McGee, and Doom Flamingo wherever fine music is heard.

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Always Trust a Prankster w/ Ken Babbs Aug 07, 2019

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While in Portland Oregon doing standup, Mike took a trip down memory lane (Route 5 South) to visit with Author / Merry Prankster Ken Babbs. This was a special trip for Finoia, as it's been 18 years since Mike visited and interviewed Ken Kesey. Mike and Babbs discuss Mike's first visit, performing on stage with Phish, controlling the tenants that live in our mind, LSD, writing with Kesey, the Grateful Dead and much more.

This episode is dedicated to the memory of my friend, David Kimowitz.

CLAWmoney w/ Claudia Gold Jul 31, 2019

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This week, Mike is visited by iconic NYC graffiti artists Claudia "Claw Money" Gold. Claw grew up in Queens, made her mark (literally) on the Lower East Side of NYC in the 90's and without trying became an icon.

Now, Claw is a mentor, entrepreneur, and stylist to the stars. Check out @CLAWmoney on Twitter & @CLAWmoney on Instagram.

Werkin' the HotBox Jul 24, 2019

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The bulk of Phish Summer Tour has wrapped, and real life is setting in. Mike recaps highlights, shares chunks of the live Mohegan Sun podcast (with Guests Tom Marshall, Benjy Eisen, and ZZYZX (David Steinberg & Dawn from Phemale Centrics) which includes some gems from Tom about the very beginnings of Phish lore.

Mike also chats with Rob Chafin of The Werks about their 10th annual Workout Fest, happening 8/1-3 in Ohio.

Deeeeeean's Nuts w/ Jeremy Dean Jul 24, 2019

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Mike sits down with T-shirt designer Jeremy Dean (DeansNuts on Instagram) to discuss leaving his day gig to work for himself as a designer. He's created official tour merch for Dead & Co, Phish, and now the official Grateful Dead store! They talk punk, dead, work, and much more. Give a listen and support Jeremy Dean.

Fun from the Vault - Artie Lange Jul 10, 2019

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While Mike is neck deep in Phish Summer Tour, we are proud to bring you a gem from the early days of Amigos; an intimate chat with Artie Lange (HBO's Crashing, Howard Stern Show, etc.) Artie and Mike get deep into music, growing up influenced by cool people, and standup comedy.

This is a must hear for anyone who enjoys fun, and if you don't you are in the wrong place.

Brandon Wenerd of Bro Bible Jul 03, 2019

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Mike and new Amigo, Bro Bible's Brandon Wenerd, catch up in Columbia Maryland while on Phish Summer Tour. These two clowns discuss comedy, LA vs NYC, Phish, mental health awareness, and so much more.

Give it a listen and check out Brandon on social media at @brandonwenerd & @brobible

Dented Cans; The Greg Giraldo Episode w/ Matt Balaker Jun 27, 2019

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Recorded the day before Mike's departure on Phish Summer Tour, Mike discusses an amazing night at the Cellar, the miracle that is Skankfest, and Greg Giraldo.

Greg Giraldo is a standup comedian that is an inspiration to camp Amigos. From his guts to his jokes to his self-doubt, his life (and death) is all too common in the world of standup. Comedian Matt Balaker (author of Greg Giraldo; A Comedian's Life) stops by the pod to talk about Greg, his life, writing a biography, and the life of a dented can.

Mike & Matt get deep into the brains of a comic. This is a fun one.

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#FOSO (Fear of Selling Out) w/ Brando from Cash or Trade Jun 19, 2019

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Brando returns to the program to chat with Mike about an exciting advance in the world of Cash or Trade, the current landscape of the primary & after-market ticket world, and so much more. Also, Mike recaps the first two shows of Phish summer tour and perhaps there's a little special something within this episode? Tune in and find out! Thanks

Slave to the Traffic w/ Scott Rogowsky Jun 11, 2019

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Mike is joined by fellow comedian / head / baseball fan Scott Rogowsky. (@scottrogowski) The two discuss minor league baseball, Mike's heartbreak caused by the NY Mets, sobriety at shows, turning on to Phish, hiatus' & traffic galore.

Scott is a great dude, and we're happy to have him on Amigos.

Mike discusses post show lotion for preventative maintenance.

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