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The Michael Duprey Variety Hour

#045 Trick Dacy, Emma Roberts, Grandpa Lenny

Electronic musician Michael Belanger joins us on the show to discuss his evolution as a musician and how a psychic lit the fire under his butt to get him to make the music he loves. Also: Children's Author Emma Roberts and Grandpa Lenny!

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! 

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#044 Carmel Liburdi, Marianna Jankowski

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.

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. 

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#043 Mike Galbraith, Alice Harris

Mike Galbraith, a Detroit-based singer-songwriter discusses working with the legendary Jim Diamond and the approach he's taking with his upcoming music. Also: customer service analyst Alice Harris.

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

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#042 String of Ponies, Weston Preston

Americana group String of Ponies joins us on the show to discuss the many incarnations of their band and almost having a beer named after them. Also: Weston Preston.

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. 

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#041 The Picassos, Greg Huckston

We feature our spookiest guest yet in Charles Urban of The Picassos -- a spooky grunge polka solo act. He explains how he conjurs ghosts during his performances. Also: Texan Farmer Greg Huckston.

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. 

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#040 Jennifer Maiseloff, Blake the Intern, The Bolt

Scenic and Costume Designer Jennifer Maiseloff joins us on the show to discuss approaching theatre from behind the scenes, and stories about England! Also: Blake the Intern and The Bolt.

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! 

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

Rock and Roll group Zombie Jesus and the Chocolate Sunshine Band join us this week to discuss their humble beginnings and play some games! Also, former sports broadcaster turned grief counselor Bob Odelay pops in!

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. 

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#038 Barbara Harrison, Esther Roberts

Former Gym Teacher Barbara Harrison regails stories of her early years in the education field, and Geriatric Vampire Esther Roberts expresses regret over becoming a vampire late in life.

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

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#037 Robert Brown, Nigel Thompson

Method lawyer Robert Brown of Sexton & Brown Law Firm joins us to describe his unique way of approaching cases. Also, 37th member of The Beatles Nigel Thompson shares some insider secrets of the band.

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

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#036 Kyle Bruce, Margie Greenblatt

Participant in the Big Brother/Big Sister program Kyle Bruce joins us on the show to describe how the program has affected him, and also describes his musical tastes and getting lost in Disney World. Also, sample-size food artist Margie Greenblatt details how she turned her life around.

Participant in the Big Brother/Big Sister program Kyle Bruce joins us on the show to describe how the program has affected him, and also describes his musical tastes and getting lost in Disney World. Also, sample-size food artist Margie Greenblatt details how she turned her life around and found her calling in life. 

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