Beloved alt-country singer-songwriter Don Duprie joins us on the show to discuss his passion for writing songs for working people, the beauty of Downriver, and breaks down his rules for songwriting. Then, Michael’s Uncle Ron pops in to insult Michael’s love for theatre and to discuss why he’s constantly getting stomped out. Also, we feature the return of Billy’s Bucket List!

Credits: Don Duprie, Nick Crestwood

Attributions: “The Tale of Two Cities” by Don Duprie “Something to Wrestle With” by Don Duprie

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Electropop/freak folk duo Kind of Animal join us on the show to discuss the unexpected blend of musical styles in their music and brainstorm a brand new animal hybrid! Then, lottery winner and Chi-Chi’s enthusiast Midge pops in and regales stories of celebrating food at her favorite restaurant internationally. Also, Beatrice Montgomery provides some much needed tips for surviving the summer heat!

Credits: Max Hernandez, Daniel Ackerman, Jessica Cooper

Attributions: “Face To Face” by Kind of Animal “Shift Change” by Kind of Animal “Underscream” by Kind of Animal

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“Beatrice Montgomery Heat Tips” Credits: Edited by: Michael Duprey Performed by: Lauren Duprey Sound Effect Attributions: “Disgusting slop.wav” by Ighuaran via Freesound (https://freesound.org/people/Ighuaran/sounds/116426/)

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Detroit Music Award winning Americana Legend Audra Kubat joins us on the show to discuss her journey with music, her favorite venues to play at in Michigan, and the importance of giving back to the music community and enriching one’s community. Then, Michael and Audra interview former livestock wrangler John Ray for a job at the podcast! Also, Michael’s cousin Eddie is on location at Gary, Indiana to survey the people and see how far MDVH’s reach really si!

Credits: Audra Kubat, Daniel Jackson

Attributions: “Time Won’t Let Him” by Audra Kubat “Some Comfort” by Audra Kubat “Good Old Days” by Audra Kubat

Find Audra Kubat on the web: Website: https://www.audrakubatmusic.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/audrakubatmusic/

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“Eddie Update in Indiana” Credits: Edited by: Michael Duprey Performed by: Raymond Duprey, Lauren Duprey, Michael Duprey

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Anna and Jordan of the eclectic rock n’ roll group ZZvava pop in to discuss which month they would kill if given the choice, their frenetic and diverse music style, and to show off music from their upcoming album! Then, the impossibly named Angela Nimwawaskawicz joins us on the show to guilt us for scrolling past all of those Jesus memes on our Facebook timelines!

Credits: Anna Parker, Jordan Collingridge, Ellen Stachowicz

Attributions: “Stars Divine” by ZZvava “I Know Nothing” by ZZvava “Slumber Days” by ZZvava

Find ZZvava on the web: Bandcamp: https://zzvava.bandcamp.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ZZvavamusic/

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“Aged Smoothmilk” Credits: Written by: Ray Duprey Edited by: Michael Duprey Performed by: Raymond Duprey, Lauren Duprey, Michael Duprey Music and SFX Credits: "Recordscratchshort” by Halleck via freesound.org

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The Planet Ant Incubator Podcast is a new show from Planet Ant that features 6-episode runs of creative podcasts commissioned specifically for the Incubator! The host of the inaugural Incubator showcase: Justin Vieira of Ambient Improv joins us to discuss his history with improv and to lead Michael and co-host Lauren Duprey in a round of Ambient Improv! Then, Supernatural True Crime Podcaster Asland Archibald investigates some paranormal happenings from our lives. Finally, we hear the harrowing tale of the Feces Phantom!

Credits: Lauren Duprey, Justin Vieira, Nick Latimer

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“The Feces Phantom” Credits: Written by: Lauren Duprey Edited by: Michael Duprey Performed by: Raymond Duprey, Lauren Duprey, Michael Duprey Music and SFX Credits: "Ambience, Creepy Wind, A.wav" by InspectorJ (www.jshaw.co.uk) of Freesound.org “Large Earthquake” by LoafDV of Freesound.org "Moaning of the Dead, A.wav" by InspectorJ (www.jshaw.co.uk) of Freesound.org

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Eclectic Pop-Rock collective the SugarPunk Fairies join us on the show! We discuss favorite Summer activities, first memories, and Ferndale Pride. They also showcase some new music! Then, Villain Supreme Doctor Heinous joins us on the show to discuss his financial endeavors and the international RV tour that he is on with his wife Martha! Also, we feature the first episode of Uncle Terry’s Rock N’ Rollio Portfolio.

Credits: Emily Fox, Robin Roxie, Stacy Binelli Ray Duprey,

Attributions: “Dating Down” by Sugar Punk Fairies “Wild World (Yusuf/Cat Stevens Cover)” by Sugar Punk Fairies “How Much More (Go-Go’s Cover)” by Sugar Punk Fairies

Find Sugar Punk Fairies on the Web: https://www.facebook.com/pg/galsthatrock

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“Filthy Uncle Terry’s Rock N’ Rollio Portfolio” Credits: Written by: Raymond Duprey Edited by: Michael Duprey Performed by: Raymond Duprey, Lauren Duprey, Michael Duprey Music and SFX Credits: “Piece of Shred” by FullMetalJedi via Freesound.org (https://freesound.org/s/401144/) “Rubber Chicken 3” by dogwomble via Freesound.org (https://freesound.org/s/475732/)

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It’s time to celebrate the Fourth of July, MDVH style! To ring in America’s birthday, Michael sits down with Planet Ant Executive Director Darren Shelton to discuss his connections to the birth of the theatre, his personal battles with addiction, and to perform a song originally written by Wayne Kramer of MC5! Then, Meal Replacement Entrepreneur Bross Window makes Michael trip out. Also, Dinah Jones gives an emotional report from the Independence Day Parade and we showcase new songs by Remnose!

Credits: Darren Shelton, Mike McGettigan

Attributions: “Greenland” by Remnose “Angel Friend” by Remnose

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“Dinah Jones at the Independence Day Parade” Credits: Written by: Michael Duprey Edited by: Michael Duprey Performed by: Lauren Duprey Music and SFX Credits: “Ambiance, Carnival” by cmusounddesign via Freesound (https://freesound.org/s/84617/) "Bamboo Swing, B3.wav" by InspectorJ via Freesound (www.jshaw.co.uk) “Sheep BAAAH” by Figowitz via Freesound (https://freesound.org/s/219404/) “Young Bull Mooing” by soundslikewillem (https://freesound.org/s/367544/)

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The multi-talented Teddy Roberts of Teddy Roberts and the Mouths joins us on the show to discuss his journey throughout music including playing in Fireworks and Tigers Jaw as well as to discuss the band’s new album “Never Wanna Die.” Then, Professional Yard Salesperson Tilda Higgenbottom joins us on the show and gets railed by Teddy. Also in this episode: “This Ugly Fuckin’ House” with Rocco Kostoccholi!

Credits: Teddy Roberts, Jason Petterson

Attributions: “Bolo Brothers” by Teddy Roberts and the Mouths “Never Wanna Die” by Teddy Roberts and the Mouths “Sweet Thang” by Teddy Roberts

Find Teddy Roberts on the Web: https://www.facebook.com/teddyrobertsandthemouths/

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“This Ugly Fuckin’ House” Credits: Written by: Raymond Duprey Edited by: Michael Duprey Performed by: Raymond Duprey, Lauren Duprey, Michael Duprey Music and SFX Credits: Pentagram by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/ Short Guitar Riff (https://freesound.org/s/232924/)

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NPR Food Blog "Pasta Passion" writers and "Delicious Dish" understudies Dennis Frankleheimer and Linda Turner join us on the show to answer frequently asked food questions, and make Michael uncomfortable with their unconventional relationship. Then, NASA A.I. Bowman describes his journey and experience as an Artificial Intelligence.

Credits: Ryan Westbrook, Eleanor Fuchs, Matthew Morley

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Chillchat returns with Michael's BFF Matt Morley on the day he moves away to Tokyo! Discussions of astronomy, the Sonic the Hedgehog trailer, Tekken, oh and Japan!

Credits: Matthew Morley

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