The Michael Duprey Variety Hour

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#016 IVANNA, Detroit Mic Feb 27, 2017

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Poet and artist IVANNA joins us to discuss her growth as an artist, the Stableheed Collective, as well as to share some readings of her poems and to debut her new track “Action Jackson”! Also, Detroit Mic joins us to share his experiences of being a life coach for a number of Detroit Tigers players and mourns the passing of Mike Ilitch with his new track “Detroit Second Deck Party.”
Credits: IVANNA, Tom Stineman
Attributions:
“Untitled” by IVANNA
“Surviving Me” by IVANNA
“Action Jackson” by IVANNA
Detroit Mic Beat:
“F*ck Your Fame” by Joezee
Intro Theme:
“Somewhere In My Mind” by Apache Tomcat

#015 Willa Rae, Ryan Flanagan Feb 20, 2017

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Garage rock musician Willa Rae of Willa Rae & The Minor Arcana (sans The Minor Arcana) joins us to discuss her influences, her operatic background, Girls Rock Detroit, and to play some WICKED tunes! Also: Professional Friend Ryan Flanagan joins us to discuss his failed past jobs and his more successful brother.
Credits: Willa Rae, Scott Icenogle
Attributions:
“Bad Ideas” by Willa Rae
“Met the Devil in St. Paul” by Willa Rae
“Love’s Wastin’ My Time” by Willa Rae
Intro Theme:
“Somewhere In My Mind” by Apache Tomcat

#014 Jason Petterson, Marcus Gold, Barry the 'Beansprouts' Walrus Feb 13, 2017

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Independent game and mobile app developer Jason Petterson of “Broken Shotgun Productions” joins us to discuss his humble beginnings, the future, and to help Michael come up with a brand new game! Hollywood Insider Marcus Gold elaborates on his many high-profile “deals” and Barry the Beansprouts Walrus makes a remarkable return to the public eye!
Credits: Jason Petterson, Mitch Haba
Attributions:
“Friday 13th Kliwon” by Chip For Breakfast
Intro Theme:
“Somewhere In My Mind” by Apache Tomcat

#013 Lauren Duprey, Professor Hip-Hop, Cicero Feb 06, 2017

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Michael’s sister Lauren joins us to help interview the enigmatic Professor Hip-Hop, discussing the Professor’s long, storied hip hop career and beyond. Professor Hip-Hop also performs music from every decade he’s been active, and we are also joined by Little Man Cicero who describes the terrible experiment that led to his size and how he makes a living.
Credits: Lauren Duprey, Ray Duprey
Attributions:
Beats by The PassionHiFi
www.thepassionhifi.com
SFX:
https://www.freesound.org/s/218372/
http://freesound.org/people/klankbeeld/
Intro Theme:
“Somewhere In My Mind” by Apache Tomcat

#012 Sar the Moonchild, Georgina Smithweather Jan 30, 2017

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Lover, Moonchild, & Jam Band Follower Sar joins us to discuss the rules of The Zone, his fluctuating burrito menu, and also describes Michael’s different “signs”. Also: Electronic Factory Worker Georgina Smithweather joins us to discuss how she feels about living in Michigan and to send a message to her dead husband.
Credits: Mike McGettigan, Ryan Westbrook
Attributions:
“Vibe Merchant” by The Mood Orchestra
Intro Theme:
“Somewhere In My Mind” by Apache Tomcat

#011 Hannah Taubitz, Darren Flink, Danielle Jones Jan 23, 2017

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Hannah Taubitz, a Detroit-based actor, writer, and director joins us for a discussion about the new theatre company To Be Productions as well as her upcoming cabaret For the Love of Broadway. Then, ‘Cars’ Enthusiast Darren Flink shares his theories and knowledge about the ‘Cars’ universe, and Wisconsionite who studied abroad in Ireland Danielle Jones discusses her experiences. Also, we feature a new track from Jordan Jermaine!
Credits: Hannah Taubitz, Adam Bacigal
Attributions:
“Blood and Kiss (Prod. by IVORY)” by Jordan Jermaine
Intro Theme:
“Somewhere In My Mind” by Apache Tomcat

#010 Whit Wheatley, Sylvester Seawater, Ms. Tro Jan 16, 2017

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Shakespearean actor Whit Wheatley and his dialect coach Sylvester Seawater join us to discuss the wonders of acting for the stage and the amazing world of Shakespeare, as well as the importance of knowing a wide breadth of different accents. Also: Ms. Tro from Ms. Tro’s Bistro shows us how to cook a wide variety of dishes!
Credits: Nick Boulahanis, Alex Raskov, Lauren Duprey
Attributions:
“Do the Food” by The Nourishment
Intro Theme:
“Somewhere In My Mind” by Apache Tomcat

#009 Beatnok, The Yuletide Vampire Nedstat Jan 09, 2017

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Electronic musician Dylan “Beatnok” Nelson showcases his music and highlights his upbringing as a musician, as well as the musician collective Assemble Sound, Erie Canal Theatre, and his process for creating music. We are also joined by Nedstat the Yuletide Vampire who discusses how he sucks the joy out of the Holiday season -- literally.
Credits: Dylan Nelson, Josh Arthur
Attributions:
“Nether” by Beatnok
“Ontario Shore” by Beatnok
“Suboxone” by Beatnok
Intro Theme:
“Somewhere In My Mind” by Apache Tomcat

#008 Ray Duprey, Jerry Seinfeld Jan 02, 2017

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Michael and his brother Ray ring in the New Year, discussing Ray’s extensive list of New Year’s Resolutions, medical waste, and the co-ed night classes Ray teaches at a local high school. We also welcome on famous comedian Jerry Seinfeld to talk about his show “Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee”, a ‘Seinfeld’ reunion, and Jerry tells some jokes!

Credits: Ray Duprey

Intro Theme:
“Somewhere In My Mind” by Apache Tomcat

#007 Nate Garrett, G-Rat Dec 27, 2016

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Michael divulges into one of his deepest interviews yet as he welcomes Rapper/Producer Nate Garrett onto the show as they discuss Nate’s upbringing, how he taught himself to write lyrics and rap while stationed in Kuwait, and letting go of the past. Also: interesting character G-Rat shows his his many sides, and Nate Garrett performs.
Credits: Nate Garrett
Attributions:
“Imminent Danger” by Nate Garrett
“Untitled Freestyle” by Nate Garrett
Intro Theme:
“Somewhere In My Mind” by Apache Tomcat

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