Mike Safo

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Mike Safo with author and New York Times sports columnist, George Vecsey 2 Mar 11, 2020

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Joined today by author and New York Times sports columnist, the great George Vecsey. George and I talk fondly of our adopted state of Kentucky and then jump right into his book “Baseball: A History of America’s Favorite Game”. We chat about George growing up in Brooklyn/Queens and his adoration for the Brooklyn Dodgers, and hear about his first memories of the game and what made him fall in love with it. We talk about the plight of Jackie Robinson and what he went through and the reaction of other players as he broke the color barrier. I express my love for Babe Ruth and we talk about what he meant to the game. We hear about the difficulties of writing a book about the history of baseball and what was the one thing he regrets not adding to this book. Mr. Vecsey and I talk about the current state of baseball with the Astros cheating scandal, his New York Mets and his dislike for the Bronx Bombers. From interviewing the Dalai Lama to sitting down with Tony Blair, and hanging out with Muhammed Ali, it’s always an honor to speak to a national treasure. Follow George on his website… https://www.georgevecsey.com/

Mike Safo with Co-Host of True Crime Garage, "The Captain" Mar 06, 2020

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Joined today by one half of the famous True Crime Garage (TCG) podcast team, The Captain. We talk about their newest podcast Shaker Heights and hear about their friendship with true crime author James Renner. The Captain tells us about life in Ohio, why he isn’t playing as many gigs as before with his band and why he gets traveling requests from coast to coast. In a rare intimate moment, The Captain really opens up about his father, from growing up with a single dad who was a detective to the long hours, and how the stuff you don’t see on tv really influenced his life. He describes how the show has made their relationship grow and what profession his dad still makes fun of him about. We try and figure out why some cases garner more attention than others and why some are national news and some are forgotten. We talk about TCG.’s epic month long Jon Benet podcast, Adan Syned’s case, communicating with law enforcement as well as how they are now interviewing some victims’ families (Tyler Davis). I also offer 2 cases that I think they should look into (Etan Patz and John List). From his recommendations of his true crime documentaries to dealing with the frustrations and darkness of a true crime podcast. Check out and follow True Crime Garage here and on social media: Website: https://www.truecrimegarage.com/ twitter: https://twitter.com/truecrimegarage

Mike Safo with owner and founder of Rarenewspapers.com, Timothy Hughes Mar 03, 2020

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Joined today by the owner and founder of Rarenewspapers.com, Timothy Hughes. Tim and I talk about our weird passion of collecting newspapers and discuss the current state of collecting and the industry today. We chat about his infamous hometown of Williamsport, Pennsylvania, the home of the Little League World Series. How before the newspaper business Tim sat on the Board of Little League. He talks about the famous 1980 World Series and how that put the LLWS on the map and golfing with Mike Mussina. Tim takes us back to collecting coins and stamps and how buying a 3-dollar newspaper changed everything. From quitting the Board of Little League to how he acquired over a million newspapers from the 1600a to present day. He tells us which newspaper’s he’ll never sell, which are the most in demand and why the hobby is growing. Follow and check out Tim’s site here: http://www.rarenewspapers.com/

Mike Safo with Retired NBA Referee. NJ State Trooper, and Author, Bob Delaney Feb 25, 2020

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Joined today by former NJ State Trooper, NBA Referee, Author and Inspirational speaker, Bob Delaney. Bob is the recent recipient of the Teddy Roosevelt Award so we hear about what that award means to him. Bob tells us about growing up in New Jersey, why he joined the NJ State Troopers and how he got the call to go undercover. We hear about turning into "Bobby Covert", his years working on the waterfront and eventually infiltrating the Mob. We talk about the mental aspect of policing, how he juggled two lives and how he attempted to deal with the double lives. After retiring, Bob climbed the ranks and became an NBA referee. We chat about his time in NBA, hearing Charles Barkley trash talk and why his mom would get mad at him during Knicks game. Bob and I get serious and talk about PTSD with first responders, the suicide epidemic, and how we can all each other cope with a stressful career. From policing in NJ to going jaw to jaw with Michael Jordan. Bob has had one heck of a life. Follow Bob here: http://www.delaneyconsultants.com/ Buy Bob's books here: https://www.amazon.com/Bob-Delaney/e/B001JS8TLY?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1582422861&sr=8-1

Mike Safo with undefeated box, Sam "The Vanilla Gorilla" Crossed Feb 19, 2020

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Joined today by undefeated boxer Sam “The Vanilla Gorilla” Crossed. Sam and I talk about growing up in the Maryland area, switching allegiances from the Redskins and Orioles to the Ravens and Nationals, and what caused him to do so. Sam explains why he didn’t jump into the world of the sweet science until later on in life. We chat about his amateur boxing career, and hear how he got arrested the night before his first amateur fight. He explains why he is chasing the boxing dream and how he manages to find time to work out with his unique schedule. We talk about his huge fight coming up next Saturday against Nick Kisner, and hear about their: history, friendship and sparring life. From his famous Super Bowl commercial with Mike Tyson to why he keeps his chest looking how it does. *** Watch Sam's Fight on Saturday February 28!!!!*** Follow Sam here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vanillagorilla301/ Twitter:https://twitter.com/SamCrossed301

Mike Safo with 14 year MLB veteran, 2 time All-Star, 1985 World Series Champion, Mark Gubicza 2 Feb 07, 2020

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Joined today by 14 year MLB veteran, 2 time All-Star, 1985 World Series Champion and the current color analyst for the Anaheim Angels, Mark “Goobie” Gubicza. We continue our conversation from last year talking about his incredible memorabilia collection, what items we’re going to trade, and if I’m allowed to hang a Boston Curt Schilling jersey in my apartment. We catch up on all things hot stove, from the Yankees signing Gerrit Cole to the Angels getting one heck of a parting gift in Anthony Rendon. Mark tells us the prep that goes into being the color analyst for the Angels, why he’s similar to Tony Romo, and why he doesn’t mind putting himself out there predicting plays. We hear some heartbreaking stories about his close relationship with the late Tyler Skaggs, what their tradition was and how he still keeps in touch with his mother. From how L.A. is still coping with the Kobe Bryant tragedy to his texting relationship with Pete Rose. All this and more with one of the nicest people in the game. Follow Mark on twitter here: https://twitter.com/Markgubicza

Mike Safo with American journalist, historian and author, Garrett Graff Jan 31, 2020

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Joined today by American journalist, historian and author Garrett Graff. Garrett and I talk about JFK’s final flight from Dallas in his hit book “Angel is Airborne” and the similarities with his fantastic new book “The Only Plane in the Sky: An Oral History on 9/11”. We hear how Garrett compiled over 480 different people’s accounts on that fateful day and pieced them all together take us on this roller coaster book of emotions. Garrett lets me know what story touched him the most, what shocked him the most and the uncertainty that was the dram being played out on September 11th. A book of “what ifs”, we hear how some people’s decisions that day either saved or ended their life, what role social media would have played that say and how many children’s first memory was of that morning. We chat NYC, Washington Dc and Somerset County, Pennsylvania and how the entire world was effected by this events. We talk about the difficulties of writing books that have been covered from so many angles, the 2020 election and some cool memorabilia that he owns. Follow Garret on twitter and check out his site here: https://twitter.com/vermontgmg https://www.garrettgraff.com

Mike Safo with NBA hall of famer and Kentucky legend, Dan Issel Jan 24, 2020

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Joined today by NBA hall of famer and Kentucky legend, Dan "The Horse" Issel. Dan and I chat about the prospect of bringing an NBA franchise to the commonwealth of Kentucky. Dan answers the pestering questions about things such as what traffic conditions will be, will it take away from college sports and how many jobs this will bring to the most passionate fan base in the world. “The Horse” and I talk about his historic career, how Joe B Hall and Adolph Rupp recruited him to come the Kentucky, his time as a Wildcat and why he chose the ABA over the NBA. From playing in Denver to being inducted into The NBA Hall of Fame as the 11th highest scorer in the NBA. We share a bunch of laughs, talk memorabilia and who he would draft 1st to start a franchise! Follow Dan on twitter and check out how you can help bring an NBA Franchise to Kentucky https://twitter.com/DanIssel44 https://nba2lou.com/

Mike Safo with Las Vegas Journal Reporter, Adam Hill Jan 18, 2020

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Joined today by one of the best sports writers in the country, Adam Hill. Calling from a beach in sunny San Diego, Adam and I talk about what’s going on in Vegas, hanging out with O.J. Simpson, and some sports betting. We break down the final 4 of football and make our predictions for this weekend’s games. We touch on UFC 246, what fights are a must watch, Maycee Barber, and of course McGregor vs Cowboy. Adam lets us know how Las Vegas feels about the Raiders, if Tua is Raider Nation bound, and why Sin City has fallen in love with the Golden Knights. From texting Dana White to hearing why he is a die-hard Yale basketball fan, Adam Hill shows why he’s the go to guy in the UFC reporting world. Follow Adam here: https://twitter.com/AdamHillLVRJ

Mike Safo with author of the books “You” and “Hidden Bodies”, Caroline Kepnes Jan 17, 2020

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Joined today by the author of the phenomenal books “You” and “Hidden Bodies”, Caroline Kepnes. We hear how the tragic death of her father led her to open up more and channel her inner “Joe”. Caroline tells us about going from writing short stories to writing her rookie debut “You”, and how a tweet from Stephen King really changed everything. Then we hear about getting the exciting phone call that Netflix wanted to make her book into a series, what she thinks of the hit show and what roles she played in casting and directing. I try to get some information on the 3rd book in the “YOU” series, give my critique on crime scenes, and why Joe is such a likable character. From Cape Cod to the Big Apple and now Hollywood, follow Caroline on twitter and pick up her books here: https://twitter.com/CarolineKepnes http://www.carolinekepnes.com/author/

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