The Michael Duprey Variety Hour

Latest Episodes:

#046 Anthony Douglas, Sam Meier, Brant and Trant Sep 25, 2017

Show notes

Anthony Douglas and Sam Meier of the upcoming Planet Ant production CAMPTASTIC! join us on the show to discuss their different upbringings, meeting for the first time, and the process of writing and performing in a show for the first time. Also, The Michael Duprey Variety Hour is invaded by The Gay Agenda as Brant and Trant themselves take over!

Credits: Anthony Douglas, Sam Meier

Attributions:
“Lovely Maria” by Aislinn
“Fancy Cocktails are the Best” by The Underscore Orkestra

SFX:
Outside & Courtroom Ambiance: http://www.freesound.org/people/klankbeeld/
Whoosh: "Bamboo Swing, B17.wav" by InspectorJ of Freesound.org
Gavel: zerolagtime and C-Span via Freesound.org
Groovy Game Theme: https://freesound.org/s/370291/

Intro Theme:
“Don’t Weigh Me Down” by Broadcast 2000

Interlude Song:
“Jangus” by UncleBibby

#045 Trick Dacy, Emma Roberts, Grandpa Lenny Sep 18, 2017

Show notes

Electronic musician Michael Belanger aka Trick Dacy joins us on the show to discuss his evolution as a musician and to tell us how a psychic convinced him to start making the music that he loves. Also, famous Children’s author Emma Roberts discusses her new book and her controversial art piece. All of this and a few more surprises!

Credits: Michael Belanger, Michelle Studer

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Attributions:
“Soy Wax” by Trick Dacy
“Post Conviction” by Trick Dacy
“MOTHFLAME” by Trick Dacy

Intro Theme:
“Don’t Weigh Me Down” by Broadcast 2000

Interlude Song:
“Jangus” by UncleBibby

#044 Carmel Liburdi, Marianna Jankowski Sep 11, 2017

Show notes

Eccentric singer-songwriter Carmel Liburdi discusses still using her iPod Classic, incorporating theatrical elements into her music, and her upcoming album “Insomnia Slumber Party.” Also, Polish Supermodel Marianna “Marushka” Jankowski discusses the terrible accident that changed her life.

Credits: Carmel Liburdi, Andi Maziarz

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Attributions:
“Not For Consumption” by Carmel Liburdi
“Love That Kills” by Carmel Liburdi
“One Too Many” by Carmel Liburdi

Intro Theme:
“Don’t Weigh Me Down” by Broadcast 2000

Interlude Song:
“Jangus” by UncleBibby

#043 Mike Galbraith, Alice Harris Sep 04, 2017

Show notes

Mike Galbraith, a Detroit-based singer-songwriter joins us on the show and discusses travelling around the country playing music, working with the legendary Jim Diamond, and the approach he is taking to his new material. Also customer service analyst Alice Harris joins us on the show to discuss the importance of treating the customer like royalty and to promote her new e-book “Twelve Steps to Customer Service.”
Credits: Mike Galbraith, Sarah Wilder

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Website: https://www.mikegalbraith.net/
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Attributions:
“She Doesn’t Work Here Anymore” by Mike Galbraith
“Size of California” by Mike Galbraith
“Time to Split” by Mike Galbraith

Intro Theme:
“Don’t Weigh Me Down” by Broadcast 2000

Interlude Song:
“Jangus” by UncleBibby

#042 String of Ponies, Weston Preston Aug 28, 2017

Show notes

Alison Lewis and Kelly Corrigan of Americana band String of Ponies joins us on the show to discuss the many incarnations of the band over the years, almost having a widely distributed beer named after their group, and to play some fantastic songs. Also, Pretzel Mogul Weston Preston describes the life of a veteran of the retail pretzel business.

Credits: Alison Lewis, Kelly Corrigan, Lauren Duprey

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Attributions:
“Storm Song” by String of Ponies
“Home Girl” by String of Ponies
“Just Kids” by String of Ponies

Intro Theme:
“Don’t Weigh Me Down” by Broadcast 2000

Interlude Song:
“Jangus” by UncleBibby

#041 The Picassos, Greg Huckston Aug 21, 2017

Show notes

Prepare for the spookiest episode yet as Spooky Grunge Polka artist Charles Urban aka The Picassos joins us on the show. He discusses why he is inspired by the paranormal, and explains how he tries to invoke a seance during his performances. Also: Texan Farmer Greg Huckston discusses his strained family life and what it’s like growing potatoes.

Credits: Charles Urban, Mike McGettigan

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Bandcamp: https://thepicassos.bandcamp.com/
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Attributions:
“Smoke & Mirrors” by The Picassos
“Rose Colored Glasses” by The Picassos
“X-Ray Specs” by The Picassos
“My Personal Phenomenon” by The Picassos

Intro Theme:
“Don’t Weigh Me Down” by Broadcast 2000

Interlude Song:
“Jangus” by UncleBibby

#040 Jennifer Maiseloff, Blake the Intern, The Bolt Aug 14, 2017

Show notes

Scenic and Costume Designer Jennifer Maiseloff joins us on the show to discuss what it’s like to approach theatre from behind the scenes, and how to really make a show come to life using the environment, even with limited space. Also: stories about England and meeting Alan Rickman! Blake the Intern makes his debut, and former CEO of Very Fast Loans The Bolt joins us on the show.

Credits: Jennifer Maiseloff, Raymond Duprey, Blake the Intern

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Attributions:
“Oh! To Be In England (Now the EDL’s In Town)” by Cosmo

Intro Theme:
“Don’t Weigh Me Down” by Broadcast 2000

Interlude Song:
“Jangus” by UncleBibby

#039 Zombie Jesus and the Chocolate Sunshine Band, Bob Odelay Aug 07, 2017

Show notes

This week we are joined by the band with the name that just won’t stop: Zombie Jesus and the Chocolate Sunshine Band! Jheremie, Jimines, Helmut, and Nick discuss their humble beginnings, their growth as a band, and play games galore! Also, former sports broadcaster turned grief counselor Bob Odelay pops in and tells stories of his downward spiral. Jheremie also performs a song written by all of us in the studio!
Credits: Jeremie Jacque, Jim Donovan, Helmut Aretz, Nick Leu, Tony Augusty
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Attributions:
“FU KFC” by Zombie Jesus and the Chocolate Sunshine Band
“Security Blanket” by Zombie Jesus and the Chocolate Sunshine Band
“Peanut Butter Bigwig” by Zombie Jesus and the Chocolate Sunshine Band
Intro Theme:
“Don’t Weigh Me Down” by Broadcast 2000
Interlude Song:
“Jangus” by UncleBibby

#038 Barbara Harrison, Esther Roberts Jul 31, 2017

Show notes

Former High School Gym Teacher Barbara “Barb” Harrison regails stories from her years as a gym teacher, including the adversity she faced as one of the country’s first female gym teachers, and the difficulties of working at Crash Course High School. Later, Geriatric Vampire Esther Roberts reveals why it might not be a great idea to become a vampire later in life.

Credits: Caitlyn Shea, Laura Farms

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Attributions:
“Six Flags in F or G (Live)” by Surfer Blood

Intro Theme:
“Don’t Weigh Me Down” by Broadcast 2000

Interlude Song:
“Jangus” by UncleBibby

#037 Robert Brown, Nigel Thompson Jul 24, 2017

Show notes

Method lawyer Robert Brown of the Sexton & Brown Law Firm joins us on the show to describe the unique way he approaches cases, and why he believes that empathy wins cases. Also, former Apple Studios janitor and 37th member of the Beatles Nigel Thompson reveals how he gave the inspiration for a large number of The Beatles’ songs and runs down comprehensive list of The Beatles’ members.

Credits: Graham Leslie, Will Curry

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Attributions:
“Here We Go” by Strawberry Blonde

Intro Theme:
“Don’t Weigh Me Down” by Broadcast 2000

Interlude Song:
“Jangus” by UncleBibby