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Keith Conrad is a Chicago radio & digital media producer, Cubs fan, space geek & lonely beacon of restraint & self-sacrifice in a squall of car-crazies. He's on a mission to collect stories that seem completely unbelievable, but are 100% true.


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    #13: A Feast Fit For An NBA Team with Dan Levy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 12:33


    Dan Levy is a voice over artist and podcaster of the LEVYCAST. Back in 2010 he was covering the Chicago Bulls when their opponents the Orlando Magic made him an offer he couldn't refuse: Help us eat all of this pizza.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #31: Winning Three Different Game Shows with Brian Noonan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 32:05


    Brian Noonan is a comedian, actor and radio host for WGN Radio in Chicago and WTMJ in Milwaukee. Plus, you should check out his weekly Socially Distant quarantine cast on YouTube. He joined me to share his story of winning not one, but three different games shows after he moved to Los Angeles.--Sign up for my daily email newsletter with a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/ Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconrad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconradWhat happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out!This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT”Print: bit.ly/RighteousMight Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BQ7PLRH Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #46: Crossing Language Barriers with Food with Andrew Donaldson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 24:27


    Andrew Donaldson is the Managing Editor for Ordinary Times. He joined me to share the story of how he crossed language barriers with food and had a life-changing experience---Sign up for my daily email newsletter with a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/ Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconrad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconradWhat happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out!This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT”Print: bit.ly/RighteousMight Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BQ7PLRH Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #12: Eerie Psychic Premonitions with Bill Leff

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 20:43


    Bill Leff is a comedian, radio host, co-host of the Bill and Wendy Show podcast and all-around nice guy. He shared the childhood experience of his mother's eeire psychic premonition during a family vacation to San Francisco.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #60: Getting Hit Upside The Head by a 2x4 with Dr. Julie Ferris-Tillman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 23:15


    Dr. Julie Ferris-Tillman is PR Director for the marketing agency Nelson Schmidt in Milwaukee and you can also catch her at ComedySportz Milwaukee. She joined me to share the epic tale of when she was actually hit upside the head with a 2x4 and the shenanigans that unfolded as the witnesses and authorities tried to help her.---Sign up for my daily email newsletter the News Sidequest featuring a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/ Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconradFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconradWhat happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out!This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT”Print: bit.ly/RighteousMight Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BQ7PLRHAudiobook:https://adbl.co/3gzkm1CSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #11: Michael Jordan's First Retirement with John Dempsey

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 22:34


    John Dempsey is the News Director for 890 WLS in Chicago, and he's been interviewing interesting people and covering big news stories for years. Back in 1993, he had a front row seat for Michael Jordan's first retirement press conference. It was a moment he got to re-live during the ESPN documentary The Last Dance, when he saw himself center stage in the archival footage. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #30: Sleep Paralysis and Other Paranormal Phenomena with Darren Marlar

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 29:01


    Darren Marlar is the host of the Weird Darkness podcast. Darren was named one of the Best Storytellers in Podcasting for 2019 by Podcast Business Journal. He joined me to share his extremely frightening experience with sleep paralysis.---Sign up for my daily email newsletter with a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/ Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconrad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconradWhat happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out!This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT”Print: bit.ly/RighteousMight Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BQ7PLRH Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #45: Exploring China with Dan Ehrman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 23:07


    Dan Ehrman shares his experience hopping on a train and exploring China in his early twenties.---Sign up for my daily email newsletter with a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/ Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconrad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconradWhat happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out!This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT”Print: bit.ly/RighteousMight Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BQ7PLRH Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #59: Close Encounter of the Shark Kind with Bryce Conlan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 20:45


    Bryce Conlan is a speaker, author, podcaster in his own right, he is the founder of Narrative Advantage, which helps businesses get their story out there in the world and he has his own fish story to tell. Bryce shared the story of the time he went scuba diving as a teenager and found himself completely surrounded by sharks.---Sign up for my daily email newsletter the News Sidequest featuring a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/ Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconrad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconradWhat happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out!This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT”Print: bit.ly/RighteousMight Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BQ7PLRHAudiobook:https://adbl.co/3gzkm1CSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #29: Surviving a Helicopter Mishap with Leslie Keiling

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 13:15


    Leslie Keiling has been all over the radio in Chicago as a traffic reporter and news anchor. She joined me to share the story of a slight mishap while she was reporting from a helicopter. The experience was harrowing enough on it's own, but when the story recieved some national attention it caused a slightly awkward situation in her family.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #58: Moving A Twin Mattress on the CTA Red Line with Craig Collins

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 18:45


    Craig Collins is the afternoon host on WMBD in Peoria, Illinois. Craig shared the story of the time he had to take a twin mattress on public transportation when he was moving to a new apartment.---Sign up for my daily email newsletter the News Sidequest featuring a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/ Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconrad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconradWhat happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out!This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT”Print: bit.ly/RighteousMight Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BQ7PLRHSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #10: Turning A Free Vacation Into A Job with Carol Roth

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 16:59


    Carol Roth is an entrepreneur, creator of Future File, a commentator on TV and radio and she has her own podcast The Roth Effect. Carol joined me about the time she took break from post-college pageant life to go on a job interview she thought was just an excuse to go on a free vacation, and ended up with a career. It worked out pretty well for her.  Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #44: Helping A Giant Sea Turtle with Chris Duffy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 22:41


    Chris Duffy shares the story of the time he joined his parents while they were sailing around the world and he ended up helping out a giant sea turtle that was in distress.---Sign up for my daily email newsletter with a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/ Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconrad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconradWhat happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out!This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT”Print: bit.ly/RighteousMight Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BQ7PLRH Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #28: 9/11 in Washington, DC with Marcus Brown

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 39:46


    Marcus Brown has been covering news stories for years in the radio business, but his experience working in Washington, DC on 9/11 still stands out. He shared what it's like when the biggest news story in a generation happens just around the corner from you.---Sign up for my daily email newsletter with a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/ Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconrad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconradWhat happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out!This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT”Print: bit.ly/RighteousMight Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BQ7PLRH Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #57: Getting A Special Autograph From Tim Hudson with Mitch Evans

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 19:18


    Mitch Evans is an anchor with NBC News Radio. He shared a story from his time with the Atlanta Braves radio network when he diligently did research before an event with pitcher Tim Hudson with hilarious consequences.---Sign up for my daily email newsletter the News Sidequest featuring a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/ Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconrad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconradWhat happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out!This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT”Print: bit.ly/RighteousMight Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BQ7PLRHSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #9: Flying Former Presidents with Karl Johnson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 27:43


    Karl Johnson is the Director at C.S. Lewis Institute in Chicago, and he's also a former Marine Lt. Col. and a helicopter pilot. He joined me to talk about the time he flew former Presidents George H.W. Bush and Bill Clinton during the tsunami relief effort in 2005. He also shared a few other entertaining flying stories from his time in the Marine Corps.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #43: Thumb Wrestling the Incredible Hulk with Mike Heidemann

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 25:15


    Mike Heidemann is a musician and producer living in California. Mike shared the story of his first big celebrity interview, and what he did to make an impression.---Sign up for my daily email newsletter with a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/ Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconrad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconradWhat happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out!This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT”Print: bit.ly/RighteousMight Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BQ7PLRH Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #56: Recognizing Life's Big Epiphanous Moments with Trey Elling

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 17:42


    Trey Elling is the host of Books on Pod. He shared the story of a big epiphanous moment he had during a trip from Chicago to Texas after a less than stellar radio job experience.---Sign up for my daily email newsletter the News Sidequest featuring a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/ Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconrad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconradWhat happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out!This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT”Print: bit.ly/RighteousMight Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BQ7PLRHSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #27: Stumbling Into a Job as the Braves Radio Producer with Jake Cook

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 38:29


    Jake Cook has worked in radio in Memphis and Atlanta. He joined me to share the story of how he unexpectedly became the radio producer for the Atlanta Braves, and how you should never turn down an opportunity, even if you don't know what you're doing at the time. --- Sign up for my daily email newsletter with a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/  Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconrad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconrad What happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out! This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT” Print: bit.ly/RighteousMight Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BQ7PLRH Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #42: Rodent Home Invasion with Jen DeSalvo

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 13:42


    Jen DeSalvo is a reporter for NBC 5 in Chicago and can also be heard on WGN Radio in Chicago. She joined me to share a story about the time her house was completely overrun by rats and that led to a surprising confrontation with her landlord (and years of nightmares)---Sign up for my daily email newsletter with a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/ Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconrad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconradWhat happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out!This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT”Print: bit.ly/RighteousMight Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BQ7PLRH Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #55: Titanic Disaster 109th Anniversary Spectacular with Rob Hart

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 28:47


    This week marks the 109th anniversary of the Titanic disaster. I've been obsessed with the Titanic since the wreck was discovered in 1985 when I was just three years old. One person with a Titanic obsession that rivals mine is Rob Hart. He shared the story of how he became fascinated by the Titanic.---Sign up for my daily email newsletter the News Sidequest featuring a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/ Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconrad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconradWhat happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out!This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT”Print: bit.ly/RighteousMight Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BQ7PLRHSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #26: Leaving Las Vegas (After Three Weeks on the Job) with Matt Lindner

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 21:58


    Did you ever get yourself into a situation and immediately think to yourself "I've made a terrible, terrible mistake"? My guest this week is Matt Lindner, a former freelance writer for the Chicago Tribune, RedEye and ESPN. He joined me to share his own tale of regret. Sign up for my daily email newsletter with a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/  Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconrad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/ Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconrad What happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out! This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT” Print: bit.ly/RighteousMight Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BQ7PLRH Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #8: Surviving COVID-19 with Mike Stiles

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 29:24


    Mike Stiles is a former radio guy that I crossed paths with during my time in Atlanta, GA. He joined me to share his experience of dealing with the COVID-19 outbreak after both he and his wife contracted the virus, with very different results. He had some great insights to share about the seriousness of the disease and what it is like to survive the infection.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #25: The Crappiest Concert Experience In History with James VanOsdol

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 12:57


    James VanOsdol is the creator and host of the Car Con Carne podcast, and the host of Demo 312 on 101 WKQX in Chicago. James shared his experience at an Iron Maiden concert in the Chicago area in 2012 that took an incredibly disturbing turn. Sign up for my daily email newsletter with a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/  Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconrad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/ Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconrad What happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out! This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT” Available in print at Eckhartz PressEbook available on Amazon Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #7: Post-High School Fight Shenanigans with Matt Lewis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 18:58


    Matt Lewis is a Political Commentator for CNN, a Senior Columnist for The Daily Beast and the host of the podcast Matt Lewis and the News. Matt shared a story of the magical summer after high school when there are no rules and Matt suddenly found himself in the middle of a fight. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    A Very Conrad Christmas

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 2:16


    Merry Christmas everyone!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #54: Surviving A Spinal Cord Injury with Walt Blau

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 30:17


    Walt Blau is the host of the Walt's Kitchen Table podcast, where he has entertaining and insightful conversations with people around the kitchen table. He shared the story of the freak spinal cord injury he suffered that nearly kept him from being able to walk again, if it wasn't for help from Ronald Reagan's neurosurgeon. ---Sign up for my daily email newsletter the News Sidequest featuring a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/ Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconrad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconradWhat happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out!This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT”Print: bit.ly/RighteousMight Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BQ7PLRHSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #41: A Friendly Chat with the East German Secret Police with Rick Kaempfer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 18:41


    Rick Kaempfer is the co-host of the Minutia Men podcast, the author of several books including “Severance” and “Every Cub Ever,” which is a book that absolutely delivers what it promises. Plus, he's a Publisher at Eckhartz Press, where by the way you can find my debut novel Righteous Might. He shared the story of the time a nice family trip to East Germany at the height of the Cold War nearly turned into an international incident after he brought the wrong ID with him.---Sign up for my daily email newsletter with a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/ Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconrad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconradWhat happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out!This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT”Print: bit.ly/RighteousMight Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BQ7PLRH Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #6: Army Boot Camp as a "Grown Ass Adult" at the Age of 35 with Katie Leiva

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 50:20


    A lot of people have been using the COVID-19 lockdown as a time of personal growth, learning new hobbies and skills to be a little more useful to society when this is all over. One person who has already done that is my friend Katie Leiva. Katie decided to put her life and successful real estate business on hold to join the military. She joined me to share the experience of going through Army boot camp at the age of 35, surrounded by teenagers.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #24: Moving Day Horror Story with Sean Magers

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 27:25


    Sean Magers has worked on political campaigns and in Congressional offices and these days is the Director of Association Outreach at the Huntsville Area Association of REALTORS. Plus Sean and I co-host Time Enough At Last, a podcast where we re-watch The Twilight Zone. He joined me to share the story of his move to Washington, DC, which worked out well for him but not so well for his roomate's cat.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #5: Unintentional International Arms Smuggling with Andrew Heaton

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 17:39


    Andrew Heaton is a comedian, who I first became aware of several years ago when he was doing some hilarious video content for the Libertarian website reason. Now he's the host of two great podcasts, The Political Orphanage, a podcast for people who want to know about what's going on in the world, but don't want to become a part of the partisan brick-throwing contest, and Alienating the Audience, where he does a deep dive on movies, TV and general geekery. But I'm talking to Andrew about the day several years ago when he was guilty of unintentional international gun smuggling.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #53: Comical & Slightly Horrifying Law Enforcement Run-Ins with The Gala Sisters

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 14:53


    YouTube creators The Gala Sisters share two stories of their run-ins with law enforcement over the years.---Sign up for my daily email newsletter the News Sidequest featuring a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/ Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconrad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconradWhat happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out!This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT”Print: bit.ly/RighteousMight Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BQ7PLRHSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #23: Missing Out On Your Dream Job and Landing Where You're Meant To Be with Matt McClure

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 24:07


    Matt McClure is the Executive Producer for the Georgia News Network and a former anchor for NY1. He joined me to share the story of how losing one appendix and one shot at a dream job ended up landing him exactly where he was supposed to be.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #40: Nearly Drowning During A Hiking Trip with Jordan Harbour

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 17:31


    Jordan Harbour is the host of the Twilight Histories podcast. He shared a story from a hiking trip gone wrong that ultimately required a helicopter rescue and potential hypothermia---Sign up for my daily email newsletter with a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/ Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconrad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconradWhat happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out!This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT”Print: bit.ly/RighteousMight Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BQ7PLRH Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #4: Surviving Cancer and Going Viral (In A Good Way) with Darla Jaye

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 16:53


    Darla Jaye is one of the funniest and most talented radio people I've ever worked with, but after leaving radio she had an almost Biblical string of calamities hit her all at once. But she came out the other side laughing and ended up becoming a viral sensation after she beat cancer and responded very enthusiastically to ending her treatments. Seriously, she was everywhere, even if you didn't know who you were watching at the time. I wanted to talk with Darla about what it was like to survive cancer and then see yourself pop up on TV constantly for a week.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #3: Starring In A Presidential Debate with Ken Bone (And His Sweater)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 25:21


    In an election year, it's good to check in with Ken Bone. Ken pretty much dominated mass media for a few wonderful days during the 2016 Presidential election. Ken asked one of the questions during a nationally televised Presidential debate, and for a brief moment everyone stopped the partisan brick throwing contest and admired his every-man-ness and his red sweater. I wanted to talk to Ken about what the process is like to take part in a Presidential debate, and then what it was like when suddenly he became the most famous man in viral media for a few days.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #22: Harrowing High Seas Adventures with John Benedeck

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 23:33


    John Benedeck is an organist for the Chicago Cubs and a radio producer. He joined my to share two stories of times he very nearly died while on the high seas.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    Bonus: Apollo 15 Astronaut Alfred Worden

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 25:52


    NASA announced today that Apollo 15 Astronaut Alfred Worden passed away at the age of 88. Several years ago I had the opportunity to talk with Worden about how he became an Astronaut and what it was like to fly to the Moon.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #52: Freeing An Innocent Man From Death Row with Tracy Lamourie

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 16:14


    Tracy Lamourie is an International award winning publicist. She shared the story of her 20-year campaign that ultimately helped free innocent man Jimmy Dennis from death row.---Sign up for my daily email newsletter the News Sidequest featuring a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/ Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconrad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconradWhat happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out!This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT”Print: bit.ly/RighteousMight Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BQ7PLRHSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #39: 2008 Election Night in Grant Park with Rob Hart

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 42:30


    Rob Hart shares his experience covering Barack Obama's election night rally in Chicago's Grant Park in 2008. Plus, a strange confrontation with an extremely drunk man who may or may not have been a Chicago Tribune reporter after the party.---Sign up for my daily email newsletter with a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/ Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconrad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconradWhat happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out!This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT”Print: bit.ly/RighteousMight Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BQ7PLRH Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #21: "My Date With A Werewolf" with Misty Callahan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 16:11


    Radio producer and comic book artist Misty Callahan and I may have a love story for the ages, but it was a bumpy dating road for the both of us. Misty shared a particularly unbelievable dating horror story from the dark ages before she and I began our lives together.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #2: Virtual Kidnapping Scheme with Justin Kosek

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 21:51


    It would appear they are completely stifling the entrepreneurial spirit over in England. Plus, I talk to mild-mannered Chicago radio producer Justin Kosek. One day a couple of years ago, he was minding his own business at work, when suddenly he found out that his family was basically living the 1996 Ron Howard film Ransom.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #1: Last Minute Cross-County Adventures

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 15:34


    Everyone has that one story that will win them all sorts of bar bets over the course of their life. People are sure you have to be making it up, but it's one hundred percent true. Those are the kinds of stories I'm trying to collect in this podcast. One example is my friend Amy Jacobson. She is a fellow life-long Cubs fan who really wanted to see the team play in the 20-16 playoffs, despite the fact that she would need to travel across the country at the drop of a hat to do so. You could also take a look at my friend Liz Biddle. She suddenly found herself at the Hollywood premiere of Avengers End Game thanks to some clever guesswork by her husband and some intervention from Ryan Reynolds.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #51: A Blind Date At A Wake with Jessica Curtis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 17:43


    Jessica Curtis shares a dating horror story that begins with a funeral and only gets worse as it goes along.---Sign up for my daily email newsletter the News Sidequest featuring a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/ Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconrad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconradWhat happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out!This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT”Print: bit.ly/RighteousMight Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BQ7PLRHSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #20: Herding Sheep To Pay For A Ride Home with Ray Stevens

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 34:19


    Ray Stevens has hosted radio shows all over the Chicago area, and he's one of the funniest and nicest people I've ever worked with in the radio biz. He shared a story from his rambunctious youth when he went on a trip with his friends half way across the country that lasted long enough for his parents to cut off the cash flow, causing him to get creative in coming up with money to get home.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #38: Kidnapped By A Biker Gang with Sherrie Callahan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 24:19


    Sherrie Callahan joined me to share the story of the time she found herself taken out to the middle of nowhere by a group of very angry bikers.---Sign up for my daily email newsletter with a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/ Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconrad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconradWhat happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out!This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT”Print: bit.ly/RighteousMight Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BQ7PLRH Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #50: Driving Around with ZZ Top in 1974 with John McCumber

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 19:09


    John McCumber is a US Air Force veteran and a Contributing Writer for Ordinary Times. He joined me to share the story of the time he ended up spending the day with ZZ Top, distrupted a cherished Moline, Illinois tradition and crossed paths with KISS---Sign up for my daily email newsletter the News Sidequest featuring a selection of tales of interest, my snarky commentary and a few amusing gifs: https://www.keithconradmedia.com/newsletter/ Connect on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/keithrconrad Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/keithconrad/Instagram: https://www.instagram/keithrconradWhat happens when a modern aircraft carrier battle group and their British and Japanese allies suddenly find themselves the day before the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor? You'll have to buy the book to find out!This is a project I've been working on for a number of years now, and it's finally come to fruition! My very first novel: “RIGHTEOUS MIGHT”Print: bit.ly/RighteousMight Ebook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BQ7PLRHSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #19: David Shepard's Friendly Chat with Bobby Knight

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 19:20


    David Shepard is a producer and writer for CBS Sports Radio and he's the host of The Good Shepard podcast. He joined me to talk about his telephone run-in with coach Bobby Knight, and he also shared other adventures in radio producering.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #37: Meeting Your Guardian Angel with Jill Urchak

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 16:15


    Jill Urchak is the host of "On A Quest," a podcast that looks at the supernatural, UFO's, dreams, psychics, near-death experience, spirits, angels, numerology, ghosts and even Bigfoot. She shared the story of the time she was severely injured after being hit a car and the people around her may have seen her guardian angel.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #18: Falling In Love In The Friendly Skies with Dana Perino

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 16:50


    Dana Perino is a Former White House Press Secretary, Anchor of The Daily Briefing with Dana Perino weekdays at 2PM EST on Fox News Channel, Co-host of The Five weekdays at 5PM EST on Fox News Channel, Co-host of the Perino and Stirewalt Podcast and also author of "And the Good News Is..." and "Let Me Tell You about Jasper." She joined me to tell the story of when she boarded a flight and ended up meeting her future husband.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

    #36: Life-Threatening Push Pop Predicament with Scott Straus

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 1970 16:47


    Scott Straus was enjoying a relaxing weekend reading the sports page when suddenly he found himself fighting for his life, all thanks to a push popSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-greatest-story-ever-podcast6760/donations

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