This Ep: Special Guest: Nick Feldman of Wang Chung

Across the nation & around the world, in an in-depth interview with Nick Feldman, Greg gets to the bottom of what it really means to "Wang Chung tonight". Feldman & lead-singer Jack Hues formed Huang Chung in 1980 [later Wang Chung after a tip from David Geffen] and quickly became the quintessential 80's Brit-band. They Wang-Chunged their way to US-chart success with the album "Points on the Curve" & became a pop tour de force that shaped the musical tastes of millions of Gen-X'ers.  Caution: Episode includes a super-fun edition of "6 Degrees of Wang Chung-aration" ... so listen in & play along! 

This Ep: Special Guest: Nick Van Eede of Cutting Crew

Greg goes in-depth with Nick Van Eede of iconic Brit-band Cutting Crew. Busting on the world music scene in 1986 with their album "Broadcast", Nick & Kevin MacMichael were the driving force behind this Grammy-nominated band's chart-topping success.  Two songs, "[I Just] Died in Your Arms" (which hit #1 in Canada & US) and "I've Been In Love Before" (Top 10 in Canada & US) influenced an entire generation of Gen-X'ers in 1987 and continue to stand the test of musical time.  Genuine Classics without a doubt.   Caution: This episode includes saucy language, kazoo tales, and many great story's by a great story-teller! 

This Ep: Special Guest[s]: Danielle Hanson - Emmy Nominated makeup artist + Toby Nwabuogor podcaster

Greg goes "behind the blush" with beautiful Emmy nominated makeup artist Danielle Hanson. Listen in as "Dani" takes us through her career, her whirlwind awards show experience in Hollywood, and find out if she wins the Emmy Award for her work on FX Networks "Fargo". Plus, you'll meet the host of the "Toby With..." podcast. An up and coming innovator, creative entrepreneur, and cowboy hat wearin' motivator, Toby Nwabuogor's passion for his fellow students and their experience on campus at Red Deer College is inspirational. Press play and change your day! Caution: There's $50 in it for you if you listen then message us for our special Tangerine Bank 'no fee banking' activation code. Hurry, that $50 is only around till it isn't!. 

This Ep: Special Guest[s]: Meg Tucker - creator of "Just One Bite" + Steve Arsenault - singer/songwriter

On the latest episode of the yuuuugest show on itunes (presented by the Jackpot Casino and Openhwy.com), your humble host Greg Shannon sits down for a cup of culinary joe with the amazing Meg Tucker. A skilled morning radio performer, Meg is also the host & creator of the all new kids cooking show Just One Bite!  Also, Greg gets back in the country music saddle to talk with singer/songwriter/guitarist Steve Arsenault who has toured internationally with George Canyon, and is 'the real deal' himself. Fresh off the release of his single, "Heart & Soul", Steve talks about life on the road, the passion for creativity, and launching a recording career of his own.  Caution: This episode best enjoyed with a glass of wine...or two.  

This Ep: Special Guest[s]: Jim Kozyra & Chris Petlak - from hit Netflix series "The Jamz" + Karac Hendriks

Being solid Gen-X'ers, growing up on WKRP in Cincinnati, MTV & News Radio [ok, maybe we were 'all growns up' for the last one], and at least one of us having a solid 25 year career in TV & Radio broadcasting...we have a deep appreciation of the radio-genre.  Which brings GA into contact with "Jay-Jay" [Petlak] & "Fitzy" [Kozyra] from 101.7 "The JAMZ", Chicago's #1-rated [fictionally] radio station.  The critically acclaimed 4-part 'teaser' series debuted on Netflix in 2016 has us looking forward to a full season soon! Plus Jim shares with us the 'magic of audio' by hitting an imaginary 350 yard tee shot while playing golf during the interview [he spiked the shot on the tee-box]. Plus, old friend Karac Hendriks stops by to talk the magic of "The Tangerine" [bank], the Tragically Hip, and his new single "Can't Help Loving You...Greg?" just in time for this year's CCMA Awards in London, ON.  Caution: There's no money** in listening to this episode...but on your deathbed...you'll achieve total consciousness. Which is nice.  [**Editor's Note: There actually might be $50 in it for you if you sign-up with Tangerine Bank using our special activation code. But act fast, that $50 is only around till Sept. 15!]

This Ep: Special Guest[s]:  Tyson & Audy Leavitt - Stars of TLC's new series Playhouse Masters

"And what to our wandering eyes does appear...but Tyson & Audy with their Charmed Playhouses team here!"
Yes Virginia [and the other 49 states], there is a Santa Claus. Or at least if you want a "Santa's Workshop" style playhouse, then Charmed Playhouses of Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada can probably make that happen! This episode GA interviews the humble husband & wife team behind these resplendent renderings of reverie who are taking the time-tested concept of 'playhouses' into the realm of Fantasy. They are doing such a good job of it, that their creative craftsmanship has landed them a gig as stars of their own TLC Network TV show "Playhouse Masters" which debuts everywhere on Tues. Aug. 23, 2016! Caution: This episode may induce fits of 'why can't I' in grown adults.

This Ep: Special Guest[s]:  Parker Thompson, Spandy Andy & part 2 of author Paul Derry

This show is anything BUT 'low energy'. First up, Red Deer Racer Parker Thompson drops by and talk about the current Cooper Tire USF2000 race season [where he is currently ranked 2nd!] as well as his anti-Distracted Driving initiative #DriveToStayAlive. Next up GA is joined by Global Ambassador of Positivity Spandy Andy who, along with his fiance "Shimmy Kimmy", talks about getting engaged, in-laws, world travel [including a stop at the Rio2016 Olympics] and budgy smuggling.  Finally, we pick up where GA left off with police informant turned author Paul Derry on the high stakes involved in wearing a wire to gather evidence. Caution: This is a high energy episode, if your last name is Bush, you might want to proceed with caution!

This Ep: Special Guest:  Paul Derry author of "Inside a Police Informant's Mind"

This episode is quite the 'informative' one. First, GA is joined by show Executive Producer, the mysterious "Ken Adams" [a pseudonym for sure!] who pulls back the curtains on the high banking fee racket, little or no interest rate schemes, and the highly classified secret offer we have to actually PAY YOU $50 for listening! Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to listen to the offer and accept our invitation to receive $50 for free by upgrading your everyday banking choices. [seriously].  In keeping with the 'undercover' nature of this episode we also welcome a fascinating guest, Paul Derry, who 'wrote the book' [literally] on what it is like to become a police informant as they investigate some of the highest level criminal organizations.  Caution: This episode contains plenty of valuable intel that is both profitable and mind-blowing. GAR-OWN-TEED!

This Ep: Special Guest{s} Country Star Aaron Pritchett & son Jordan Pritchett + Galactic Guru Kris Sturgess

A whole lot of father & son awesome jammed into this episode. First, GA goes on location to Red Deer's first ever Maker Faire to converse with Kris Sturgess, the father to Ben & Luke (yep) & the creator of a working R2D2 worth $20,000...Shhh...keep it on the down lo. His wife thinks he made it out of a recycled garbage can and some blinky lights from Princess Auto.  Jumping to light-speed, GA does the Kessel run [not Kissel run, did that last ep] over to Bo's Bar & Grill in Red Deer & catches up with old-friend Canadian Country Star Aaron Pritchett for a special candid Father's Day chat with him & son Jordan.  "AP & JP" share heartfelt stories about opening for Superstar Garth Brooks on his recent Canadian tour, Aaron gives us the background on his awesome new cd; "The Score" , and Jordan dishes on his upcoming solo career plans following his success with pop band Faber Drive. Plus, if you stay to the end, you'll get a sneak preview of our next episode featuring GA's spine-tingling interview with Paul Derry, former police informant, and author of "Inside a Police Informant's Mind", who's now living under Witness Protection. Yep.  Caution: Intermittent use of 'flowery adjectives' in this episode courtesy of GA, Aaron are the opinions of the authors & not endorsed by the IT'S A SHOW editorial board. Officially speaking.

This Ep: Smorgasbord of Special Guest{s} Luanne Carl, Carolyn Dawn Johnson, Brett Kissel, Kevin Bushey

Wow! What a whirlwind episode this has turned out to be! In a nutshell:
Invited by THE Tera Lee, GA & Mrs. GA hit a private show in Edmonton where Canadian Country Music Icon Carolyn Dawn Johnson rocked the stage with country music luminaries like guitarist Matty McKay, drummer Mark Branconnier, and our special correspondent Luanne Carl from the band Domino [2015 ACMA Awards Band of the Year & Fans' Choice award winners!] not only shared the stage with CDJ that night, but was an eye & ear witness to Meatloaf's collapse in "Capital City" just scant days later. Thanks to old pal Duane Steele, we had All Access Pass [Homer: "All Access"] to a private fundraiser at the World Famous Red Deer Golf & Country club where GA caught up with CCMA & JUNO award winner ... Brent Kysil...wait, what? Who? oh yes, Brett Kissel, his band-mates and a certain Road Manager with a great story and fabulous hair. That would be you Kevin Bushey.

Editor's Note: Pretty sure [actually positive] GA screwed up the name of Domino's new record. For the record it's called Ghost and available at dominobandsite.com

This Ep: Special Guest Joe Hill - NY Times bestselling author of "The Fireman" Guest: Ben Marasco - CEO, Red Deer Expo

GA is never on to shy away from a good story, and both of our guests this episode are all about GREAT stories. First up, celebrated New York Times bestselling author Joe Hill, the man behind many spine chilling best selling novels and a top grossing movie. His new book, "The Fireman" will leave you plagued with a desire to experience more of his work. Plus, his bedtime stories with his father, Stephen King [yes, THAT Stephen King] will leave you rethinking Spiderman. Continuing our sci-fi/horror/fictional bent, Greg beams up Ben Marasco, a young entrepreneur who is opening a Stargate and bringing THE Red Deer Comic & Entertainment Expo to the sleepy village of Red Deer, Alberta (pop 108,000) June 11-12, 2016. CAUTION:  Numerous references to Cosplay, global plagues with cool names & sci-fi nerdology within. Enter if you dare!