Mike Safo

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Mike Safo with Retired NYPD Detective and Author, Ralph Friedman Oct 03, 2017

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On today’s podcast is the most decorated detective in the history of the NYPD, Ralph Friedman, who is the author of the fascinating book “Street Warrior” and also the star of his own show “Street Justice: The Bronx” on the Discovery channel. Joining me for this episode is NYPD police officer: Eddie Thompson . We tape the show from Ralph’s museum/office in his home. Detective Friedman tells us stories about patrolling the South Bronx in the 70’s that sounds more like it’s straight out of a blockbuster movie. In his 14 years of service, Detective Friedman made over 2,000 arrests (both on and off duty), was the recipient of over 215 NYPD awards, had a few car chases and justifiably mortally wounded 4 perpetrators along the way. Detective Friedman has seen and done it all. Ralph also gives insight on policing in today’s electric environment and predicts how long he would last in the NYPD today. Make sure to buy Ralph’s books wherever books are sold and check out his TV show on Discovery Channel.

Mike Safo with Comedian and Podcaster, Jim Florentine Sep 19, 2017

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Joined today by one of the funniest comedians in the world… Jim Florentine Listen as Jim tells us about being roommates with Jim Norton, getting on the Howard Stern Show, meeting Andrew Dice Clay for the first time and his adventure with Rich Vos, Rev. Bob Levy and Jim Norton when he was an up and coming comic. We talk about the horrors of online dating and the sad fall of ESPN. Jim’s shares his disgust about people who play Fantasy Football. Finally, Jim ends the podcast with how he met and became friends with the rapper Eminem while doing the show “Crank Yankers”. Check out his podcast “Jim Florentine’s ‘Comedy Metal Midgets’” and visit his website for all tour dates and more… http://www.jimflorentine.com

Mike Safo with former Heavyweight Boxer, Analyst, "Gentleman" Gerry Cooney 2 Sep 14, 2017

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Once again making an appearance on my show... the Iconic "Gentleman" Gerry Cooney. I taped this episode on September 11th from Sirius XM studios in NYC and Gerry tells me where he was and what he was doing on that fateful day. The heavyweight boxer also broke down the Floyd Mayweather/ Conor McGregor fight from 2 weeks ago, adding his expertise and of course throwing some of that famous Cooney comedy in there. We of course talk about the fight of the year coming up Saturday 9/16 as GGG takes on Canelo Alvarez. From me inviting myself to be partners with Gerry Cooney on any business venture to talking about Opie getting fired, as always Gerry entertains!

Mike Safo with World Traveler, Gary Arndt Sep 10, 2017

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Really pumped to have travel guru and travel photographer of the year Gary Arndt call into my show. We talk a little about his Green Bay Packers and some rugby talk... he tells me how he sold his internet company and decided to travel the world and just hasn't stopped. His Uber popular website everything-everywhere.com is a must stop before you travel. Talks of swimming with jellyfish, hanging out with penguins and hanging out on a battleship are all discussed and much much more...

Mike Safo with narrative non-fiction author, Will Bardenwerper Aug 28, 2017

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I'm joined today by Will Bardenwerper, the author or the amazingly intriguing book "The Prisoner in his Palace: Saddam Hussein, His American Guards, and What History Leaves Unsaid. We talk about the difficultly of being a Mets fan, why he joined the military after 9/11 and how he came across the information for this fascinating book. Will somehow puts the reader and listener in the shoes of the guards watching over Saddam and actually humanizing him. Check out this podcast and BUY HIS BOOK!!

Mike Safo with Former Miami Hurricane and Entrepreneur, Rohan Marley Aug 19, 2017

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On today’s show I was joined by the great Rohan Marley. We talked about everything from his playing days at the University of Miami to how he became a passionate and inspirational world renown coffee farmer. He beams with joy as he talks about his son Nico playing for the Washington Redskins. Rohan and I share some awkward girl stories and he tells us what it’s like being a Marley in Jamaica. All this and a ton of laughs with an incredible human. Follow Rohan on twitter @Romarley to check out all the amazing things Rohan is doing.

Mike Safo with New York Times Best Selling Author, Erik Larson Aug 03, 2017

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Joined today by my favorite author, the iconic Erik Larson. He’s authored amazing books, such as: “The Devil in the White City”, “In the Garden of Beasts”, “Isaac’s Storm”, and “Dead Wake”. We talk about the pros and cons of living in New York City, tennis and Erik’s thoughts about Donald Trump. Erik and I talk about the importance of the Chicago World’s Fair and how he came about writing “The Devil in the White City” and how he thought his career was over the day before the book was released. We also discuss his other hit book “In The Garden of Beasts”. From movie deals to juicy fruit gum to meeting Tom Hanks, we shared cocktails and a bunch of laughs. Follow Erik on twitter: @exlarson

Mike Safo with WWE / WWF Wrestling Hall of Famer, Jake The Snake Roberts 2 Jul 01, 2017

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On this episode I’m joined by a legend, icon and one of the most revered wrestlers of all time… WWE Hall of Famer Jake “The Snake” Roberts. Along with travel and sports guru Lee Abbamonte (leeabbamonte.com) and wrestling encyclopedia Luke Banach we talk to Jake about his life in the WWF/WWE and we get to the bottom of some of the most famous storylines in wrestling history, such as: his real life feud with the Honky Tonk Man, Rick Rude, Earthquake killing Damien, his cobra biting the Macho Man, Andre The Giant, the Ultimate Warrior and of course his famous involvement in Austin 3:16 juggernaut. If that’s not enough of a reason to tune in Jake tells us jaw dropping never before told stories about Ivanka Trump, Marla Maples’ mother, his greatest hookup ever and much much more. From sobriety to his legendary promos to DDP saving his life, Jake the Snake opens up immensely during this podcast.

Mike Safo with Rob O'Neill, Jackie Martling and Alex Owumi Jun 16, 2017

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A Navy SEAL, a comedian and a basketball player walk into a bar... and proceed to have the greatest podcast of all podcasts. Hilarity ensues as Jackie Martling ruins the only jokes that Ron O’Neill knows, Alex Owumi tells us how he obtained Kevin Durant’s shorts and takes us through his harrowing escape from the war in Libya. In between Jackie Martling laughing at his own jokes, Rob O’Neill talks about eating a sandwich over Bin Laden’s body, dating a woman out of his league and much much more… Stories were told about Paul McCartney, a Goat, Howard Stern, Kid Rock, and others.

Mike Safo with Authors, Alex Owumi and Damien Echols Jun 07, 2017

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Get ready to listen to this episode on the edge of your seats as Alex Owumi takes us through his heartbreaking and heroic tale of playing basketball for Qaddafi in Libya and being trapped in his apartment as the uprising took place. Alex tells us about his awesome new trilogy that he’s writing called “The Fire Raven”. I sit back and relax as Damien Echols and Alex really open up to each other and tell stories of making movies in Hollywood, writing bestselling books and overcoming some of the most difficult situations any human can ever be put in. Listen as Alex tells us how he obtained Kevin Durant’s shorts, his predictions for the NBA Finals, and working at the JCC. Damien and Alex immediately connect and absolutely steal the show!

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