Cadillac Jack - My Second Act

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Bonus: Shayne Wilson and the Atlanta International Auto Show Apr 07, 2021

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MAADA's Shayne Wilson stops by the studio to talk with Cadillac Jack about the 39th Annual Atlanta International Auto Show. Tune in and hear all about what you can expect at Atlanta's Spring Thing.

The Atlanta International Auto Show will be at Georgia World Congress Center from April 14 to 18. Get your tickets at goautoshow.com and we'll see you there!

"I was never really a fan of humble pie." Apr 06, 2021

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Spring has sprung here on the Cadillac Jack: My Second Act podcast. To mark the occasion, it's a Spring-themed show. We start off with some friendly Spring Break PSAs from Donna, covering all things High School Spring Break. It's especially useful to any parents who may be chaperoning a group of kids for the week. Two hints: your bikes will get stolen and it's not water in that bottle. Then we move on to religion. That's right. After 15 months of the podcast, it's time to address the holy elephant in the room. Donna and Cadillac talk about God, the Church and religion in today's world. After the segment it's gametime in the Second Act nation as Greg Cayton, aka "Stewey," calls in. Stewey knows Caddy and Donna from their days at Kicks 101.5, where he worked promotions (and Cracker Barrel). He goes back to 210 Interstate North. Ever since then he's been one of Caddy's closest friends. Still, there are no holds barred as they take on a game of Can't Beat Jack. The category is 'watery basketballs' and ends up about exactly how it sounds. To round off the show it's the best time of the week: Donna's Appy segment. You'll hear about a new way to save money when you're spending money. Let us know what you find. 7704646024.

The Atlanta International Auto Show will start on April 14th but tickets are available now. Find them at goautoshow.com.

The People v. Cadillac Jack Apr 01, 2021

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It's another sing-songy Second Act here on the show today. Back in the day Caddy fell into a rabbithole following the O.J. Simpson trial. The same thing is happening as he follows the case of Derek Chauvin, whose trial is underway in Minneapolis. The segment does not take a political or social justice angle, but the perspective of a courtroom frequenter. If you're a Day One listener you'll know that Cadillac Jack loves a good courthouse.

From there we touch on Mike Post with a little game. He's one of, if not the best, TV composers in American history. Caddy brought with him some of the best bits of theme music and Donna tests her ears. Tune in to the show about 30 minutes in to hear the My Second Act original renditions.

After that we address some recent comments from Pod Peeps. Some are pre-screened, others are not. It'll be pretty easy for you to tell the difference- if Caddy doesn't finish reading the message, it's a new one. Be sure to call in with your own reviews. Depending on how flattering it is, we may read it on the show. 7704646024.

We're pretty sure Ted Cruz took a pit stop in Tijuana Mar 30, 2021

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It's a hoppy episode here on the Cadillac Jack: My Second Act podcast. Donna and Caddy are stoked for Easter weekend, hopefully filled with golden eggs and cash. They intro the show with talks of old Easter Sundays and an update on Donna's bunny suit. They shift gears to cover the EF4 tornado that tragically hit Newnan, GA this weekend. One fatality is one too many and our hearts go out to the family of Barry Martin. The segment is also a nod to the change in reality many of us have experienced in the last few years. On that note, Donna moves to cover her trip down memory lane as she goes through Nana's home. There's just so much that you learn through community and reflection, that one lesson is to take your time. One bright spot of the move, though, is that we have original pictures of clogs. And costumes. And marriages.

Then it's time to cover the show's designation as a semi-music podcast. Morgan Wallen has fallen to number three, ending his streak at the top of the charts. Lana Del Ray, "one of those moody songwriters that the kids love" took second. And our boy Justin Bieber is atop the throne. Nike is waving their arms in the air. They're begging you to understand that they have nothing to do with Lil Nas X's shoes. Caddy and Donna explain why. How hard is it to understand, Karen? Just don't buy the Nike's with the blood on them.

To cap the show, you'll hear about why wind is a b****. Just ask the Suez Canal and the Ever Given drama.

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"I have a special parking permit because I'm a member of the clergy." Mar 25, 2021

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It's a rootin' tootin' enlarging episode of Cadillac Jack: My Second Act.

Donna is longing for some friendly physical action. She feels like we all could use a little more platonic loving. It's a bug that has spread like COVID and is taking a toll on the Jack household. The good thing is that as of last week, she's vaccinated. Cadillac Jack? Not so much. He's more concerned about the fact that easter bunny sales are up. No kidding. Donna worked at Cumberland Mall back in the day and every Spring they had a rule- if you're late, you wear the bunny suit. Give you one guess who was late.

Kenny Chesney made the call. Donna and Cadillac Jack are huge fans of Kenney and consider themselves a member of No Shoes Nation. They fulfill their semi-music podcast designation by announcing some news from the man himself. As a pair who have participated in their fair share of Chesney parties, it's a bit of a let down. At the end of the day, "I won't take chances with those that I love."

Then Donna's hype song leads the show down memory lane. The last time she heard Earth, Wind and Fire, Cadillac Jack was officiating a wedding in Charleston. If you don't remember, Caddy was ordained on the side of the highway. That's not a joke- he really is available to officiate weddings and funerals. As he was quick to point out, "I do the back end as well."

We cover shrimp tails and Cinnamon Toast Crunch. If you haven't seen the story, fellow podcaster @JensenKarp found some little critters in his cereal. Caddy and Donna set the stage for what they're betting will be a story all year. Cadillac's prediction? It's the end of General Mills.

Plus some great news for Cadillac Jack and every other heart attack survivor. Dr. Oz has a new recommendation: Viagra. "It's the dipstick to a man's health." And what's even better than the little blue pill? Donna's Appy segment. It's a way for folks to easily fill their time (and their pockets). Cadillac Jack is thinking of applying to be a host. Just not that kind of host. Can anyone help him with his ZipRecruiter profile?

Follow Caddy @atlcadillac or text him at 7704646024. New shows every Tuesday and Thursday of Cadillac Jack: My Second Act.

"Is Daddy paying?" Mar 23, 2021

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Donna wants to go to Bonnaroo, Burning Man or Talladega. Just hearing the 'T' word is triggering for Cadillac Jack. It brought back some frightening memories. Brown liquor and ashes at turn 1. Shutting down the state's third largest city in the Fall of '99. It's a shuddering trip down memory lane. Needless to say, we'll see you at the Talladega Superspeedway in April.

Caddy moves on to the other side of the racecar counter by sharing a story from this weekend at the DMV. The attendant really wanted a piece of Caddy. (We see you, Window 8.) In the end, it all worked out. Charlotte even saved the day at J. Christopher's.

Morgan Wallen just spent his 10th week at the top of the charts. It's a huge deal, but not the biggest story out of Country music this week. The main headline is from Garth Brooks- Chris Gains is back. Confused? Join the party. Donna and Cadillac Jack shed some light on the alter ego who may have purchased 1.5 million copies of his own album. Plus, did you know that Matthew McConaughey starred as Walkaway Joe with Trisha Yearwood and Don Henley?

Before the show taps out, Donna and Cadillac Jack say a bit about the Atlanta story that has been on national news this week. It's a somber tone about tragedies, family and the importance of doing the right thing. Lastly, you'll hear a few Pod Peeps and their favorite two-handed-songs as a way to lighten the show. Let us know about your own two-handers and if you have advice from years at Talladega. What exactly is Donna in for? 7704646024.

Call me, please. Mar 18, 2021

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Cadillac Jack was roped into a Georgia Public Broadcasting telethon. He and Tina Turner ended up raising over $300 on the program. Morgan Wallen is now at week 9 at the top of the charts. Donna, Megan and Harry Styles all developed the same moves. It's just another Thursday here at the My Second Act podcast.

There's a new season of Caddy Wagon with Ritchey and Raider coming. To prep, Caddy has been taking ride alongs with Officer Phil Ritchey. Caddy "takes off his silly hat" to discuss some of the incidents he has seen in recent weeks. It's a heavier segment that will remind you to love and check in with each other. Donna's takeaway is that some of this year's changes are here to stay and it's important to take them seriously. Most importantly, give yourself some grace.

Caddy almost had a stroke (we really shouldn't say that) when he got a text with the three dreaded words- "Call me, please."

The next segment of the show covers Todd Chrisley and his gift for GBnME. It really got Caddy emotional and he's seen all the videos. Donna simply wants to know which restaurant Todd was in. Just another highly-favored Second Act. This one rounds off with a clip of Reba on Oprah's Masterclass and a few bits about the tourist destination that is Nashville, Tennessee.

What are some other songs that make you drop your drink and run to the dance floor? Your two-fist dances? Let us know at 7704646024.

"Roscoe, son, what have you been doing?" Mar 16, 2021

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It's the first show after the Grammy's and for this semi-music podcast that means one thing: we're going to spend a very small part of the show covering the awards.

First Donna and Cadillac Jack explain their Hype Song Playlist(s) and why they go from Jay-Z to Dolly Parton to Earth, Wind & Fire. Next, Caddy fills us in on his weekend with Olivia and their 20+ innings of softball. It mostly served the purpose of enjoying the weather reminiscing on youthful days. But watching the 4U teams' coaches (and parents) also took Caddy down a more painful memory lane. Imagine if Dad had been out the night before and then had to catch for Mom. That's a little bit what the segment is about. Donna caps it with a PSA of her own, reminding folks that "if you're the team mom, get those lazy little kids to pick up after themselves."

Not before Caddy admits to falling for a MLM. Or a phishing attempt. Plus a real life ponzi scheme. Then a quick update from TaskRabbit's Pee Pee.

Making good on our Apple designation as a semi-music podcast, the show covers highlights from this past weekend's Grammy awards. Harry Styles, Black Pumas and Wop. Taylor Swift, Post Malone and Wop. Billie Eilish and Wop. You'll hear it all on today's Second Act. You know how we'll end the Act? With some Riff Raff that Donna bought. You properly need to hear it.

Get your tickets now for the Atlanta Auto Show, April 14-18 at the Georgia World Congress Center. Then call 7704646024 and tell us if you'll be waiting in line for the new Ford Bronco.

"No but I still got a royal hosing." Mar 11, 2021

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This episode of Cadillac Jack: My Second Act features a man named Pee Pee and a Brit named Sean. Donna met Pee Pee on TaskRabbit. He's coming to the house on Friday to look over the trampoline. He said they'll make do. Meanwhile the CDC has new guidance on who can hug who. You'll hear the clip on today's and be just as confused as Caddy and Donna.

We go to Sean, the show's British Correspondent to fill in some royal blanks. It makes up the bulk of the show and will give the perspective of someone who is very much in support of the Crown. Before he hangs up Sean plays a quick game of Can't Beat Jack. It's 40 seconds of nail-biting. Find out who gets hosed.

Then there is a new series of concerts booked for the Uncorked Concert Series at Painted Horse Winery. Caddy gives a quick intro and pitches the first artist- Jeffrey Steele. You'll hear a couple of the hits Steele has written over the years like "Shotgun Rider," "Knee Deep" and "Stick That in Your Country Song." To close the show, we run through a couple of pod peeps for the episode like Misty Cato.

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Led Zeppelin, Dolly Parton and Ethiopian food Mar 09, 2021

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Dolly Parton sings us in on today's Cadillac Jack: My Second Act podcast. Then the show can't fully begin until Donna and Cadillac Jack clear the air. You'll have to stick with us through the first six minutes of the episode as we dig up some irritation with memes, communication habits and "a double dose of Rock."

The real show starts with a tip: You can now listen to Cadillac Jack: My Second Act on all Delta flights. Just search "Cadillac Jack" on the Atlanta-based airline's in-flight entertainment center. Then some quick hits like Morgan Wallen's record breaking week and the Grammy's new producer.

The real meat of the show is spent on Oprah's interview with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

There were more than a couple jaw-dropping moments in the two-hour special. Donna points out some anger over Harry's parents, crisis-inducing pressures on Meghan and who exactly was concerned about their son Archie's skin color.

You'll hear a few clips that were not aired during the interview. Loneliness and thoughts of self harm were discussed in the interview, something that will cast more light on the challenges of mental health. There were a few bright lights in the show, like Tyler Perry's good graces and the incoming baby girl.

Louie Anderson had a role in Coming to America because Paramount said the movie had to have a white guy. At least, that's what Eddie Murphy says. You'll hear the clip in question and a preview of the follow-up, which is streaming on Amazon Prime. The reason we talk about it on the show is because of the massive marketing campaign that pushed it out. From wrapped trucks to high-dollar commercials, the promotions were everywhere.

The show caps with a story about Ethiopian food. That's all we have to say.

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