Sinopsis
Absurdist Humor. The bait-and-switch podcast is a comedy / interview program based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. We specialize in probing, in-depth interviews where you as a listener will have the unique experience of knowing less about our guests than when the podcast started. Wackiness abounds ..... aplenty..... there's... a...lot. You get the idea.
Episodios
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S2 E10A - Scott Cvecko - Aluminum & Potassium
23/06/2019 Duración: 26minIn part 2 of our interview with Scott Cvecko, we find out: - Why your antiperspirant might be killing you - Which of your favorite fruits might not be around much longer - Exactly why a strange man might be asking you for a sip of your drink next time you're in a bar - Of course our usual hilarity and much, much more! Check it all out this week on our show! Enjoy!
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S2 E10 - Scott Cvecko - The Barefoot Virtuoso
15/06/2019 Duración: 26minLongtime friend, Scott Cvecko returns to talk with us again for Season 2! Scott tells us all about - How his newly found passion, playing guitar, first got off the ground - His experiences with the Guitar for Vets program - Why he's commonly seen playing guitar barefoot You'll also hear about our tales of getting pulled over along with all the laughs you can handle! Enjoy!
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S2 E9A - Jim Stingl - The BIG Switch
10/06/2019 Duración: 27minJim Stingl turns the tables on us during the second half of his interview and interviews US instead! Find out all about how our podcast got started, where we get our guests, whether or not we actually want to hear feedback, and much more. In our "Plug it" segment today, Jim reveals his upcoming big gig, along with the animal who's art put others to shame! You don't want to miss this, so check it out right now!
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S2 E9 - Jim Stingl - Veteran Milwaukee Journal Sentinel Reporter
02/06/2019 Duración: 27minVeteran Journal Sentinel Reporter Jim Stingl joins us this week as we discuss: - Our level of Effort every week - The history and future of printed Newspaper - How Jim made his way into the Newspaper Industry - What has changed the way stories are chosen for print - Which of Jim's stories upset his readers the most and which got the most positive feedback - How DOES litter bring people together? ... much, much more! Enjoy!
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S2 E8A - Bonnie North - Co-Host of NPR's Lake Effect
26/05/2019 Duración: 26minBonnie North of WUWM joins us once again for the second half of her interview. With Bonnie's help, we discuss the possibility of starting our own NPR affiliate! After coming to our senses, we get a little more of the inside scoop from Bonnie including things like- is it hard listening to her own voice, and what's the best way to run a pledge drive? The second half of the episode is a first for the Bait and Switch Podcast- call-in/text-in questions from our listeners! We ask Bonnie questions from every day people, just like you! She tells us about her most interesting interviews, along with a story of an interview that went off the rails. She tells us what her thoughts are about the grassroots art scene in Milwaukee and much much more! Listen in and Enjoy!
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S2 E8 - Bonnie North - Co-Host of NPR's Lake Effect
19/05/2019 Duración: 28minToday we talk with Bonnie North, cohost of NPR's Lake Effect program on WUWM in Milwaukee, WI. Bonnie tells us all about: - Her days in the military (well.. we think so.. there was a lot she couldn't tell us) - The "secret" way she landed a to classical music DJ in Vermont - The winding path around the world that finally landed her here in Milwaukee - The thing that scared her in Kabul more than IEDs. - How she takes care of her voice ... and much more! Don't miss it!
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Brian Darling ( S1 E18 ) 3 min. Teaser
13/05/2019 Duración: 02minMay's teaser features #Brian Darling. This episode delves into what it meant to be an "out" teenager in the '80's. Congratulations go out to Brian on his recent marriage!
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S2 E7A - Pete & Jimmy - THE Wauwatiki
05/05/2019 Duración: 27minIn the second part of our interview with Pete Panagos and Jimmy Findlay, the four of us share: - Tips for staying motivated and fulfilled in life (pretty deep stuff for us - apologies to our regular listeners!) - Baseball trivia - Some of our "Getting Old" injuries - Some interesting airport stories and other random, entertaining tidbits! Once again there's a lot of information packed into a little space, so buckle up and let's get rolling!
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S2 E7 - Pete Panagos & Jimmy Findlay - The "Mysteries" of Dating
27/04/2019 Duración: 25minWauwatiki Bar Owners Pete Panagos and Jimmy Findlay join us this week! Ever wonder where the name came from? Or, why a tiki bar? We talk about some stories of first dates seen in the bar and we explore why dating is so "Mysterious" these days. It's all in a day's work here at the Bait and Switch Podcast! Enjoy!
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Lisa Borda-Rivera ( S1 E17 ) 3 min. Teaser
22/04/2019 Duración: 02minApril's Teaser features Lisa Borda-Rivera with special guest Richard Wilson who joins us for the second half of the interview. This 3min. highlight episode will tide you over till next week's all new episode. #JimMarten #RichardWilson
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S2 E6A - Alex and Richard - The Surprise That Might Not Be
14/04/2019 Duración: 26minJoin us for the conclusion of our episode with Marquette Professors, Alex Ng and Richard Marklin Jr.. Find out why Richard has "8 Heads in his basement". Hear our brilliant uses for Police tape. Listen in as we create our own Crime Blotter. Richard gives us his tips for the softest hands on the planet and finally, the guys wrap us up with a line that even we can't top! Enjoy!
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S2 E6 - Alex and Richard - The Professors
08/04/2019 Duración: 26minJoin us as we host a pair of Marquette professors, Alex Ng and Richard Marklin Jr. Listen in as each of us reveal our levels of raw skills - (Chris and I are in trouble). We ask is there really anything good about Millennials? We talk big plans for Mars. Jim (kinda) learns a new word. We analyze how a popular beverage gets away with cheating. Alex tells us how his wife saved the day. Richard offers advice to the next generation. And we wrap up with some advice to our listeners! Enjoy!
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S2 E5A - Tim Okland - Keepin It Real
01/04/2019 Duración: 26minIn the conclusion of our interview with Tim Okland, Tim tells us just exactly how he keeps it so real. We also find out one of Tim's dreams for life, why Chris' blood type stinks and some possible reasons the Orangutan is endangered. Along the way, we sprinkle in several philosophical takes on our planet, our species, the animal kingdom and the way we run our show. Enjoy!
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S2 E5 - Tim Okland - The Good Seed
25/03/2019 Duración: 27minOur friend Tim Okland joins us this week as we talk about the potential for Tim to be a savior of our very species, everything you ever wanted to know about the wonderful state of North Dakota, stories from our ancestors, our preference of pillaging or plundering and Tim's shares some words of wisdom he learned from his Nordic elders.
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Jerry Kegel & Mitch Teich ( S1 E16 ) 3 min. Highlight Reel
18/03/2019 Duración: 02minMarch 2019's teaser include highlights from S1 E16 interview with Jerry Kegel & Mitch Teich. These 3 min. will hold you over till next week's all new episode.
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S2 E4A - Bill Finn - Don't Look Me in The Eye
10/03/2019 Duración: 30minThe conclusion of our interview with Bill Finn includes Jim's stellar story-telling skills, our ideas for what to do with lottery winnings, important safety tips at the dentist and finally, Bill's plug for the idea he had with his wife to host their very own show... discussing what??
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S2 E4 - Bill Finn - Man of a Thousand Voices
03/03/2019 Duración: 29minBill Finn joins us this week to tell us about his vocal performance training and the start to his acting career that changed the direction of his life. We also talk High School guidance counselors, Bill's Thanksgiving traditions, gambling and the funniest street name in Milwaukee! Enjoy!
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Richard Wilson ( S1 E15 ) 3 min. Highlight Reel
25/02/2019 Duración: 03minThis month's teaser features Richard Wilson. This fun 3 minute clip is a great way to start your week. Richard's uncontrollable giggling fit is infectious.
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S2 E3A - Tracy Johnson - Attacking the Issues
18/02/2019 Duración: 27minJoin us for this friendly, fun filled conclusion of our episode with Tracy Johnson, that she just might call "Short enough to be tolerable". In this episode, we find out more about Tracy, including some of her encounters with famous people, her exercise regimens, some of her favorite celebrities, her clear dislike for a specific appendage of the human body and the time she almost brought the mayor of Milwaukee to his knees. Enjoy!
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S2 E3 - Tracy Johnson - Radio Talk Show Host (Sometimes)
11/02/2019 Duración: 28minToday we talk to Tracy Johnson, the President and CEO of the Commercial Association of REALTORS Wisconsin (CARW) and part-time radio talk show host! Tracy tells us how she got her start in radio and teaches us the REAL pronunciation of REALTORS. We also talk about our disappointment in today's slacking criminals, give out tips for breaking into your own car and finally, we have a battle of chicken restaurants. Check it all out now- you might not believe your ears!