Mike Safo

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Mike Safo with Heavyweight Boxer, Adam Kownacki Sep 01, 2018

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Joined today by the “Pride of Poland and of Greenpoint, Brooklyn” heavyweight boxer Adam “Babyface” Kownacki. The Champ stops by and talks about his huge upcoming fight against Charles Martin at the Barclays Center. We hear about the excitement of fighting in front of the rabid Polish fans and what goes into a heavyweight training schedule. Babyface talks about growing up in Greenpoint, Brooklyn and watching the neighborhood change right before his eyes and some of his favorite hangouts. Adam tells the worst first date story ever (hint: it ends with an arrest). We hear about what boxer made him fall in love with the sweet science, winning the golden gloves, and training with Klitschko. The future heavyweight champion and I finish up sharing a bunch of laughs over conditioning, entrance music and also pinky promise on a lifelong friendship. Follow Adam on twitter @akbabyface and enjoy the music by Kizo.

Mike Safo with WWE / WWF Wrestler, Booker, and Podcaster, Bruce Prichard Aug 24, 2018

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Joined today in studio by the legendary co-host of the podcast “Something To Wrestle With”, Bruce Prichard. Bruce tells us how he got together with his co-host Conrad Thompson and how stunned he was that the podcast blew up to a worldwide phenomenon. Bruce’s career in wrestling spans over 40 years and we hear how the 25-year-old Texan relentlessly called Vince McMahon and somehow became one of his most trusted soldiers involved in some of the most memorable angles in wrestling history. Bruce talks about his time as the infamous Brother Love and what the other wrestlers thought of him. He gives us some of his hilarious impressions of Vince, Dusty Rhodes, the Macho Man and more. From wanting to turn Hulk Hogan heel to Donald Trump calling up the WWE asking about Vince McMahon’s limo accident. Bruce Prichard shows why he’s one of the most listened to and entertaining voices in the wrestling business. Check out Bruce on twitter: @bruceprichard His website: http://SomethingToWrestle.com and of course his podcast “Something To Wrestling With Bruce Prichard” wherever you get your podcast fix.

Mike Safo with Comedian and Star of Impractical Jokers, James Murray "Mur" Aug 15, 2018

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Joined today by the comedic genius “Mur” from Impractical Jokers, also known as “author” James Murray. We pick up right where Opie’s podcast leaves off, James leaving his personal items in a bar and how I had to rescue him on his date. Mur and I talk about being raised on Staten Island, what we miss most about it and how we both tried to pick up girls the same way growing up. We discuss his new Sci-Fi Thriller book “Awakened”, how it took 14 years to get published, the idea of making the book into a movie and we find out if he’s finally started to write book # 2. James tells us some stories about the personalized videos he sends to fans and then I open up and tell him why Impractical Jokers means way more than laughs to my family. We find out if the boys are still having fun working together, if there is real beef with Mur and Sal and we touch a little bit about the upcoming IJ movie! From hearing how Mur landed a role in Private Parts to who he thinks actually wrote the Bible (hint: Herman Melville), James Murray brings his A plus hilarity to my show. You can buy his book here: http://awakenednovel.com/ and follow us on twitter: "Mur" @jamessmurray myself: @Mikesafo *Subscribe to my show and give me 5 stars!!*

Mike Safo with Seinfeld Actor and Alumni, Steve Hytner aka Kenny Bania Aug 04, 2018

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Joined today by Steve Hytner, name doesn’t ring a bell? Kenny Bania from Seinfeld but he’s way more than that. Steve stops by the Westwood One studios to talk about his new podcast “That’s Gold”. We talk about how his show is gonna focus on “guy talk”, gambling, tequila and more. Steve tells the greatest 5 team parlay story involving a murdering gypsy. Then we get down to business. Steve is in town because the Brooklyn Cyclones are honoring him with a bobblehead at Seinfeld night so we talk about Steve auditioning for different parts on the show, his first appearance and how nervous he was all the way to the finale. Laughs and good storytelling occupy this episode. Follow Steve on twitter @Hytner and on his website stevehytner.com

Mike Safo with Former Yankee and MLB Veteran, Slade Heathcott Jul 27, 2018

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Joined today by former 1st round draft pick by the NY Yankees Slade Heathcott. Slade calls into the show from his team bus and tells us about his extremely difficult childhood, from dealing with his father being in and out of prison to eventually having to protect his mother by pulling a shotgun on his father. We hear how he found out he was selected by the Bronx Bombers and takes us through his journey getting called up to the big show and walking into the Yankees locker room for the first time. Slade is extremely vocal about minor league pay and we hear the shocking truth on how much they actually get paid, their brutal travel schedule, and what needs to be done to correct it. From yoga to which3 players he asked for their autographs. The MLB veteran tells us his plans for after his baseball days are over. Follow Slade on twitter @heathcott_slade and on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/slade.heathcott/

Mike Safo with ESPN Podcaster, JJ Devaney & Soccer guru Danny Roberts Jul 14, 2018

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On this special World Cup edition of the podcast I’m joined by one half of the ESPN Caught Offside podcast, JJ Devaney and also by soccer guru Danny Roberts. JJ and Danny talk about the previous month of the World Cup, talking about favorite players, best games and of course biggest disappointments. We discuss the nonstop coverage and comparison that the media makes with Messi and Ronaldo and what players became stars during this tournament. JJ goes deep as he thinks this could be the last “traditional” World Cup we see in a long long time and we get the boys’ thoughts on the Final Four and their prediction on who will be hoisting the World Cup trophy. Follow JJ on twitter @JJDevaney and check out his podcast “Caught Offside” and check out Danny on twitter @dannyr302

Mike Safo with the voice of the Triple Crown, Horse Racing Announcer, Larry Collmus Jul 03, 2018

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Joined today, live from Belmont Park, with the voice of the Triple Crown, the legendary Larry Collmus. Larry talks about how he always dreamed of being the voice of horse racing since he was a teenager in Maryland, how he climbed the ranks calling races all over the country and how a random call from a 212 phone number in 2011 changed Larry’s life. We hear about Larry’s first time calling the Kentucky Derby, from his wobbly jello legs to him not being able to listen to “My Old Kentucky Home”. He tells us about all the preparation that goes into calling a race, from his flash cards to studying the night before the races. We go down the emotional road of finally calling a triple crown winning race with American Pharoah and then 3 years later with Justify. From his summers in Saratoga to drunk texting one of the most famous horse trainers in the world, Larry lives up to his reputation as a great announcer and amazing storyteller. Follow Larry on twitter @LarryCollmus

Mike Safo with US Navy Seal, Rob O’Neill 2 Jun 20, 2018

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For the 3rd time on the podcast, I’m joined by Navy SEAL American hero Rob O’Neill. Rob and I hang out at Jack Demsey’s waiting for Opie to show up and we catch up on Rob’s new marriage, and how we both totally out kicked our coverage. Rob talks about him traveling all over the country campaigning for candidates for the upcoming elections. We talk some Boston Celtics and he introduces me to the awesome southern rock singer Tim Montana. From Rob complaining about NYC Traffic to talking about his twitter wars, Rob and I just hang out and enjoy some awesome conversation.

Mike Safo with American radio and television personality, Craig Carton Jun 13, 2018

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Joined today by one of the most popular radio personalities in the last 15 years, the hilariously entertaining Craig Carton. Craig stopped by Jack Demsey’s and somehow we started the show talking about my new kitten Pickles. We were kind of crunched for time so we touched quickly on how Craig jumped all over the country doing radio before making it big in NYC. He shares several stories such as, him breaking the news that Eric Lindross missed a game due to a hangover, his time at WNEW as a part of the “sports guys”, and who almost got the job with Mike Francesa. Craig and I are already planning a longer show, and this is just a taste. Follow everything Craig is doing by checking out his website https://www.hellomynameiscraig.com/ and follow him on twitter @craigcartonlive

Mike Safo with Notre Dame legend, NFL veteran, Rick Mirer 2 Jun 07, 2018

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On today’s show I’m joined by Notre Dame legend, NFL veteran and wine connoisseur Rick Mirer. Rick and I catch up to see what he’s been up to in the last 6 years since we first chatted. We discuss how he got into the wine business, it’s competitive nature and what makes Mirror Wine stand out from other wineries out in Napa Valley. We touch on the 1993 NFL draft where Rick went 2nd overall and we hear why he didn’t attend the draft. From explaining to Rick the ins and outs of Twitter, to finding out where in Rick Mirer’s house there is a “Play Like a Champion Today” sign, I finally got my long awaited redo with one of my favorite players growing up. Check out Rick’s twitter @RickMirer and be sure to visit MirrorWine.com to find out about his incredible wine. You can find the song on the podcast from the talented Tim Montana, drop by his site TimMontana.com to listen and download more of his songs.

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