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This episode features an interview with Bill Cotter, published author of several books on World Fairs, Disney Television, and co-author on several other books. T. Mic (show host) & Bill discuss the 1984 Louisiana World’s Exposition at length. They will take you on an audio journey through the fair, area by area, they will discuss some of the individual attractions as well a the pavilions that were located in the 84 acre site on the Mississippi Riverfront in New Orleans Louisiana. They also discuss the origins of the fair, its challenges, highlights, and where you can still experience a few of the original attractions from the fair that are still in operation today. The will also discuss a little on some attractions that were planned for the fair but never came to be. The 1984 Louisiana World is probably one of the least documented World’s Fairs online yet most people that experienced the fair still retain fond memories of it some 26+ years later.

  Episode #9  12/26/2010  The Tour Bus Music Show – Our Year End Special For 2010, Featuring An Interview With Geoff Tate Of Queensryche In this week’s episode, hosted by T. Mic and Ana, we will be featuring discussions with several bands that have appeared on The Tour Bus Music Show in 2010. Appearing on this show will be Shannon Guillot of Black Market Halos, Jimi Hudson of 4 Mag Nitrous, Ben Michon of Big Frank, Steve Blaze of Lillian Axe, Patrick Kennison of Heaven Below and, of course, Geoff Tate of  the one and only Queensryche. In T. Mic & Scott’s interview with Geoff we discuss in detail a variety of topics including what is currently happening with Queensryche, his venture into wine making with his signature brand of Insania white and red wines produced by Three Rivers Winery in Washington state (www.threeriverswinery.com), his insight on the current state of the music business, and a new Queensryche release currently slated for a spring 2011 release and tour

The On Stage Music Show - Episode# 001 12/26/2010 - Interview And Music With Hip Boot Joe   In this episode of the On Stage Music Show we'll be featuring Louisiana's own Hip Boot Joe. This young country act has been touring in the southern United States region for several years and has developed a large & loyal following with their unique blend of Young Country, Cajun, and several other styles of music cummulating into a fresh, upbeat sound that is uniquely theirs. We will feature an in studio interview with the group and feature several tunes from their most recent release, Louisiana State Line. The group has been recognized internationally for their gospel-influenced song, Saved. You can get more information on the phenomenally talented group by visiting them online at: www.myspace.com/hipbootjoe  

  The WhimsiMagical Mousecast - 002 12/26/2010 - The Magic Of Disney, Origins Of The Pirates Of the Caribbean And More!  Welcome To The Second Episode Of  The WhimsiMagical Mousecast. In this episode we'll talk about the magic of Disney. We’ll also apprise you of the most current news on Walt Disney World, attraction refurbishment schedules, money saving tips for everyone, special military discounts at Walt Disney World and the origins of the Pirates of the Caribbean attraction/ride.  

  My Symphony Of Life - Episode# 003 12/26/2010 - Interview With Author Alan Fields  Welcome To Our Third Podcast Episode Of My Symphony Of Life! In this episode of My Symphony Of Life we will cover the family events calendar for the Baton Rouge, LA area. Our daughter, Tori Fairchild, will give a delicious recipe for Tomato Bacon Bites, a great tasting appetizer for holiday and other party events. We will have an informative and educational interview with author Alan Fields. He, along with his wife Denise, have co-authored a series of books on how to gain substantial savings on some of life's more expensive events. We will also briefly cover how to care for your older pet in our Barkussions segment. You can get more information on Alan & Denise Fields collection of books at: www.windsorpeak.com  

The WhimsiMagical Mousecast - 001 12/5/2010 - Our Introductory Episode Welcome To The First Episode Of The WhimsiMagical Mousecast. This is an unofficial Disney podcast and is not associated, nor affiliated with the Disney Company in any way. This will be a bi-weekly podcast that will explore the history of the Walt Disney Company as well as the Brothers, Walt & Roy Disney. We will also feature current news on the theme parks, status of attractions, rumors, and interviews with a variety of people that have played important roles with the company, other Disney podcasters and experts on Disney. We will also provide reviews, money-saving tips and show you how you can make the most of your hard earned vacation to the "Happiest Place On Earth"  

My Symphony Of Life - Episode# 002 12/5/2010 - Interview With Award Winning Poet & Author Sage Cohen Welcome To Our Second Podcast Episode Of My Symphony Of Life! This episode we sit down for an interview and poem reading with award winning author & poet Sage Cohen. We will discuss her  current book, Writing The Life Poetic, as well as her new book, The Productive Writer (Due To Be Released On December 7, 2010. We'll have a cooking segment featuring a scrumptious holiday dessert. We will also discuss our pets, poetry, review local family calendars for the Baton Rouge, LA area for the week of December 5th. and life in general.

<b>Echoes Of Laughter - 002 12/5/2010 - Riverview Amusement Park  1903 - 1967<b/> This episode we are featuring Riverview Amusement Park. Once located in Chicago, IL this 74 acre amusement park, located on the banks of the Chicago River and bordered by Western & Belmont Avenues entertained millions of guests during its 64 season run. Once home to unique attractions and thrilling rides this once world famous, and beloved by Chicago-ans, amusement park's lights blink no more. In this episode we will have interviews with Mr. Ralph Lopez, the last manager of the "Shoot-The-Chutes" ride and modern day expert on the park. We will also interview John DeSalvo, a former Chicago native that grew up with the park only to lose it to Chicago's storied past at age 14. These gentlemen, from different walks of life, share their stories & experiences with us as well as their perspectives on why it closed and how Chicago could truly benefit from a similar park in Chicago in today's world. We encoura

  Episode #8  - 12/5/2010  The Tour Bus Music Show – SATURATE In this weeks episode we will be featuring SATURATE. This Houston based group has recently come off of tour with FLAW. This group was formed in 2005 and is currently in the final stages of signing a major label deal in early 2011 and setting the stage for quite a bit of touring shortly thereafter.  In this episode we feature an interview with Jimmy, Mexas, Hec, JoJo and Doyle and we feature several tracks from their recently released album “The Point Of No Return”, including their hot new song & video “Soul Element”. The guys share with us their dastardly plan to SATURATE the nation with their music. The band comes alive on stage and are full of energy, passion and talent .They are definately a Do-Not-Miss band to see on tour if they are coming anywhere near you! Saturate Is: Jimmy – Vocals, Mexas – Guitars, Hec – Bass Guitar, JoJo – Keyboards & Synths, Doyle –

  My Symphony Of Life - 001 11/28/2010 - Our Introductory Episode Welcome To Our First Podcast Episode of My Symphony Of Life Do you want a calm, cool, and "no-surprise" kind of life? Then this might not be the show for you. My Symphony Of Life is all about the challenges and rewards of being a middle-class mom and managing a family & home, job, pets, school activities, and helping run a production company and podcast network. Not for the faint of heart...Ana helps show you how to maintain control of a busy life and still have time to pursue your own passions and dreams.  

  Episode# 007 11/21/2010 - Interview and Music with Heaven Below   In this weeks episode we will be featuring HEAVEN BELOW. This group has been rocking the U.S and Canada with their recently concluded Horns & Halos Tour. In this episode we feature an interview with Patrick Kennison (formally of Union Underground) and Jesse “Bawls” Billson and we feature tracks several tracks from their recent self-titled E.P., including their hit “When Daylight Dies”. Patrick & Jesse share with us what makes them rock & their tour buses roll and on where they are going in the near future. This is a band that you have got to catch on tour if they are coming to your city HEAVEN BELOW is: Patrick Kennison – Guitars & Lead Vocals, Jesse Billson - Guitar, John Younger – Bass Guitar, and Chad Clark- Drums The episode is 64:53 minutes in length. You can find out more information about HEAVEN BELOW at: http://www.heaven below.com for booking information, to purchase their

Echoes Of Laughter - Episode# 001 10/10/2010 - Ponchartrain Beach Amusement Park, New Orleans, Louisiana  Welcome to Echoes Of Laughter Introductory Show. This is T. Mic and I will be your host on our journey through history as we explore the amusement & theme parks of yesterday. This will be a monthly podcast and will feature interviews and discussions with individuals intimately involved with these attractions and the people that enjoyed them. We’ll travel back in time to the heyday of these parks and emurse you in the experience of visiting these parks in a way that you will never have the opportunity to do physically today. On this episode we’ll visit the Pontchartrain Beach Amusement Park. Once located on the shores of Lake Pontchartrain in New Orleans, Louisiana. We’ll feature interviews with John DeMajo and Mike Loisel. Mr. DeMajo is a retired engineer and lived within viewing distance of the park for several decades and was a frequent visitor to the park. He shares with u

    Episode# 006  10/10/2010  The Tour Bus Music Show – Steve Blaze Of Lillian Axe   In this weeks episode we will be featuring Steve Blaze of Lillian Axe. Lillian Axe has experienced almost everything playing music professionally has to offer…monster tours, major record label contracts, music videos (when MTV still played music videos), fame, fortune, and performing to millions of fans in their amazing career and even after 25+ years they are showing no signs of slowing down. They have just released their 10th album, Deep Red Shadows and been honored by being inducted into the Louisiana Music Hall Of Fame. The only thing that these things have done is fan the flames even hotter for this veteran rock band and drive them to accomplish even more.   Steve Blaze, the founder and one of the amazing guitarists in the group, sits down with me Bozo, and Ana for an amazing 90 minute interview. We feature tracks from Deep Red Shadows and he shares with us what is currently hap

Abandon All Hope, Halloween in the Swamp 2010 – Episode 002 – The 13th Gate - Baton Rouge, LA In this episode we talk with Dwayne Sanburn, owner of The 13th Gate, about his 40,000 square foot nightmare located at 832 Saint Philip Street, in downtown Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Located in a former slaughterhouse turned sporting goods store, the attraction actually encompases 2 buildings. The building itself actually was constructed in 1849 and has a long history of “interesting” activity happening there aside from it’s present use as a haunted house. Dwayne shares with us his inspiration and drive to create one of the best “haunted” attractions in the nation and how it has evolved over time, with the help of our burgeoning movie industry talent, to become a nationally recognized, acclaimed, and award winning attraction. We then take a audio walkthrough of the attraction, but don’t worry it won’t spoil it…it has been edited and it changes somewhat night to night in how things are presented and we do not detail

Abandon All Hope, Halloween in the Swamp 2010 – Episode 003 – The Myrtles Plantation  St. Francisville, Louisiana In this episode we talk with Mrs. Hester, Manager Of The Myrtles Plantation. She takes us back into the history of this beautiful, yet very haunted, home. Built in 1796 this current day bed & breakfast is nestled among the ancient oaks on it’s present 10 +/- acres, of its once 5000 acres. It’s present quiet, serene beauty is in contrast to the violence that the home has been witness to in it’s 214 years of existence. Mrs. Hester recounts the history of the home, grounds and stories relating to some of the plantation’s more “permanent” residents. The home, as we mentioned, is a functioning bed & breakfast and has a number of rooms both in the home and located around the grounds. It also has a wonderful restaurant & gift shop on grounds. In addition to overnight rooms the plantation offers both daytime standard tours & nighttime “mystery” tours. More information on the plantation

Abandon All Hope, Halloween In The Swamp 2010 – Episode 001 – The House Of Shock, New Orleans In this episode we go behind the scenes at The House Of Shock in New Orleans, Louisiana. This nationally recognized attraction has been featured on numerous television shows, The Travel Channel, and all over the online world. T. Mic, Ana & Bozo venture into the inner-sanctum of the attraction for an in-person interview with two of the owners, Ross and Jay as well as fellow shockers Dave, Freddy and Ashley; we find out what goes into (and who is involved with) creating and continuing to run this award-winning horror festival for 18 years now. Ross & Jay also share with us the attractions long history, current events, the challenges & rewards of operating the festival & attraction and a little on what’s in store for the future of this monstrosity. We’ll find out about the community of “Shockers” who prey upon your deepest fears and what everyday life is like for those who make fear their business… The H

I Just Want To Be Able To... - Episode# 001 9/26/2010 - How To Download And Listen To Podcasts In this introductory episode we will be teaching you how to download and listen to a podcast. Being that all of our lessons will be released in podcast format, it seemed only logical to teach this topic on the very first episode of this show. It is our hope that computer savvy individuals will download this podcast and/or print the show notes of this episode and give it to someone that you know that could use some extra help learning how to use a computer, such as elderly parents, aunts, uncles, etc. You may even be able to use some of our lessons yourself as they will evolve to become more advanced and grow with our listeners ability. Once a subscription is set up, lessons will be automatically downloaded for use at a convenient time. Show Notes:   Downloading a Podcast to your MP3 Player or PC…Made Easy (Windows) This instruction set assumes that you are a PC user with only the most basic skills.

  Show #5  9-26-10  The Tour Bus Music Show – POLTERN KINDER   In this weeks episode we will be featuring Poltern Kinder. This group has been burning up the club circuit in Louisiana and surrounding states for some time now. We feature tracks from their recent Demo and  share with us what makes them rock as hard as they do and on where they are going in the near future. From Hammond, Louisiana…This is Poltern Kinder…   In this weeks episode we will be featuring POLTERN KINDER. They have been burning up the club circuit in Louisiana and surrounding states for some time now. We feature tracks from their recent demo and share with us what is currently happening with the group, their past, and what’s coming in the near future for the group.   The group had plenty to say and we were treated to several tunes, performed live at the groups rehearsal facility. After also seeing them perform live, I can say that this band gives a great performance. If they pe

Show #4  9-12-10  The Tour Bus Music Show – BIG FRANK   This episode we will be featuring an interview and music BIG FRANK. This band has been performing in the southern U.S. region for some time now. They are currently in the final stages of mixing their new release, as yet unnamed. The members of the group stopped by the studio and had a great discussion with us on what is currently happening with the group, their past, and what’s coming in the near future for the group. They were also kind enough to bring in a few of their most current studio out-takes from their new album to share with you, our listeners. BIG FRANK is: Ben Michon – Guitar & Vocals, Klipstein –Vocals, Drums & Percussion, Matt Dupre – Guitars & Backing Vocals and P. Fridge – Bass Guitar & Backing Vocals The episode is 61:53 minutes in length. You can find out more information about BIG FRANK at: http://www.myspace.com/getoutskimusic or http://www.reverbnation.com/bigfrank

Show #3  8-15-10  The Tour Bus Music Show – 4 MAG NITROUS   This episode we will be featuring an interview and music the 4 MAG NITROUS. They are a long standing, popular hard rock band from southern Louisiana that has been together since 2000 and are currently touring and have been continuing to record and license their music to popular cable network shows such as Monster Garage on from the Discovery Channel and major film companies including Lions Gate Films . With several albums released and their most current album "Southern Wisdom & Know How" this band is not slowing down.   We were fortunate to be able to sit down in our studio with Jimi Hudson, the guitarist for the group and record an interview. We were filled in on what the band is currently up to as well as shared insights into what gives this band such a unique sound.  The members of the group are: Kib Prestridge – Lead Vocals & Bass Guitar, Jimi Hudson – Guitars, and Gabe Richmond – Drums & Percussion.   The episode is 36:51 minutes