Most Interesting Person You've Never Heard of Podcast
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Every person has a story, but not everyone has a place to tell it. As a filmmaker for over 35 years I've interviewed people all over the planet.
Raf Sermeno (School Councilor) MIP Ep. 48
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Gabby Ryan ( Spokane Community Programs Coordinator) MIP Ep.46
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Terri Givens (Author and Political Scientist) MIP Ep. 45
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Harry Sladich (GoJoe Patrol) Ep. 45.
In 1986, President Ronald Reagan visited Spokane and stayed at the Sheraton Hotel. As residential manager of the hotel Harry Sladich not only got to meet the President but had a rare behind the scenes look at the presidential security machine. That started a remarkable business and marketing career for one of the most charismatic leaders Spokane has ever known. Harry led the Spokane Regional Convention and Visitors Bureau for five years, was executive vice president of sales and marketing at Red
Tom Stevenson (Bite2Go Founder) MIP Ep. 42
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Chris Bovey (Spokane Artist) M.I.P. Ep. 42
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Rob McCann (CEO of Catholic Charities Eastern Washington) MIP Ep. 41
How do you get a meeting with Mother Teresa? Rob McCann, CEO of Catholic Charities Eastern Washington, had the incredible honor of meeting and working with Saint Mother Teresa of Calcutta, as a young twenty something member of Catholic Relief Services Worldwide. Hear about his incredible encounter on Episode 41 of The Most Interesting Person You’ve Never Heard Of podcast.
Dr. Desiree Stahl (Natural Medicine MD) Ep.40 MIP Podcast
Holistic medicine and naturopathy are on the rise in America. What are they and why are so many people choosing an alternative path to healing? Let’s ask someone who sees it everyday. Dr. Desiree Stahl was born and raised in Germany, the birthplace of Naturopathic Medicine, so it’s no surprise she wanted to study holistic medicine. She graduated with high honors from Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in 2013. Dr. Stahl now practices at Cedar Natural Healthcare in Spokane, a clinic focus
Jeff Bell (Hollywood Film Editor/ PR Expert) MIP Ep.39
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Don Poffenroth (Dry Fly Distilling) MIP Episode 38
What is the process for creating quality liquor? Who better to ask than Don Poffenroth, CEO of Dry Fly Distilling. Don, a Whitworth University graduate and avid fisherman, has been the CEO at Dry Fly for over 18 years. He specializes in vodka, gin, whiskey, and canned cocktails made with self produced spirits and natural ingredients. Once he retires, he hopes to drive pre 1910 cars across the country while taking time to stop and fish. Join Frank and Don for this invigorating conversation on Epi
Don Poffenroth (Dry Fly Distilling)
Founded Dry Fly Distilling in 2007 in Spokane, WA. My background is corporate marketing and flyfishing. Dry Fly married those two things. Today I run our business from a financial and legal perspective, although I do try to get into production whenever I can. Dry Fly has always done what it says it does. 100% transparent. No BS, no fake stories. Just reality.
Debbie Heiser (A Lit Up Life) MIP Ep.37
The hardest job in the world is being your own boss. Debbie Hesier is passionate about helping entrepreneurs achieve their business goals, while also pursuing their hopes, dreams, and ambitions. After rising through the ranks of corporate America for companies like Sprint and Citi, Debbie now helps business owners take meaningful steps to perform at a high level and live happy lives at the same time. Join Frank and Debbie for this transformative conversation about leadership on episode 37 of The
Chris Standiford (Gonzaga Athletic Director) MIP Ep. 38
.Will the Zags qualify for the NCAA tournament for a 25th consecutive year? Will the Zags join the Big 12? Will the GU women’s team make it back to the Elite 8… or further? Are Name, Image and Likeness and the transfer portal hurting or helping college basketball? Who better to ask than the head honcho himself, Chris Standiford, Gonzaga University’s Director of Athletics, on episode 36 of the Most Interesting Person You’ve Never Heard Of podcast.
Jerrica Ford (From Heroin to Heroine) Episode 35
Some stories are so inspiring, it’s hard to believe they’re true. Five years ago, Jerrica Ford’s life was in turmoil. A formerly unhoused heroin addict, recently removed from her children and husband, she had few options to turn her life around. Today, thanks to the programs of Catholic Charities Eastern Washington, Jerrica is clean, living with her husband and children in a new home, and ironically managing one of Catholic Charities downtown affordable housing Havens, where she helps people nav
Wyatt Mills (Pitcher for Boston Red Sox) MIP Episode 34
What’s it like to pitch in the major leagues? And what do you do next when all your dreams have
already come true? Boston Red Sox pitcher Wyatt Mills shares his inspiring story on the 34th
episode of the MIP Podcast. Drafted 93rd overall in the 2017 MLB draft, this former Gonzaga
Prep Bullpup, Zag, and Seattle Mariner talks about the incredible growth he’s experienced from
meeting Ichiro to pitching at Yankee Stadium and overcoming Tommy John surgery. Watch and
listen now. Spring training is clo
Wyatt Mills (Pitcher for Boston Red Sox) MIP Episode 34
What’s it like to pitch in the major leagues? And what do you do next when all your dreams have
already come true? Boston Red Sox pitcher Wyatt Mills shares his inspiring story on the 34th
episode of the MIP Podcast. Drafted 93rd overall in the 2017 MLB draft, this former Gonzaga
Prep Bullpup, Zag, and Seattle Mariner talks about the incredible growth he’s experienced from
meeting Ichiro to pitching at Yankee Stadium and overcoming Tommy John surgery. Watch and
listen now. Spring training is clo
Linn Parish (Journal of Business Editor) Episode 33
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Ellen Travolta (Legendary Acting Icon) M.I.P. Episode 32
Ellen Travolta, an accomplished Broadway and television star, sat down with Frank this week to share her story. Ellen reflects upon her time in show business, her role models, her path to stardom, and her family life. Additionally, Ellen discusses moving to Coeur d’Alene and participating in the summer theater. This year, she will be returning to General Hospital 30 years after her initial role and has two hallmark movies coming out. Tune in to the full episode to hear the rest of Ellen’s riveti
Reverend James Watkins (Corrections Officer) M.I.P. Episode 31
What’s it like to grow up black in Spokane, as the son of a legendary Baptist Minister? James Walkins shares his amazing story on this episode of the MIP Podcast. Currently the pastor of New Hope Baptist Church, James talks about stepping into his father, Happy Watkins’ shoes and also shares with Frank his remarkable 30+ year career from correctional officer to program manager at Airway Heights Correction Center. James shares his unique insight into the world of the incarcerated population in Am
Jason Clark (2nd Harvest) M.I.P. Episode 30
For MIP’s 30th episode, host Frank Swoboda sat down with Jason Clark, the CEO of Second Harvest Food, the second largest food bank in Washington state. Jason has worked in the food banking industry for over 30 years, and has been with Second Harvest for over 20 years. Jason discusses his journey within the food bank industry and the unprecedented growth Second Harvest has experienced. This year alone they’ve distributed over 34 million pounds of food and fed millions of families. Jason and Frank
Charlie Schmidt (Keyboard Cat) M.I.P Episode 29
Have you ever seen the legendary meme of a cat playing the piano? With over a billion views, “keyboard cat” is one of Charlie Schmidt’s best-known art pieces. Charlie, who was born and raised in Spokane is an accomplished artist, who studied at WSU and later in Tokyo, Japan. Charlie and Frank discuss the viral “keyboard cat” meme, shooting movies in Hollywood in the 80s-90s, and how his work as an artist has taken him around the world. In the episode, Charlie shares for the first time that there
Grant Shipley (Spokane Bike Guy) MIP Episode 28
If you live in Spokane, chances are you’ve heard Grant Shipley. You definitely haven’t ‘heard of’ him, but you’ve heard him –– or, better said, you’ve heard the boom-box-on-wheels he tows around the city on his legendary bike rides. It’s probably blasting a song you’ve never heard before and will never hear again. It probably takes you a moment, actually, to pause and decide whether you even like the song or not –– which is exactly why he’s playing it. And, if you ask nicely, he might bake you a
Chris Patterson ( Hello For Good) MIP Episode 27
Chris Patterson is the Community Solutions Advisor for Hello for Good; a non-profit representing over one hundred businesses in the Spokane area, concerned about the impact the homeless problem is having on commerce, especially in the downtown core. A former foster child himself, Chris is also the National Lead for the Foster Youth to Independence Initiative and was a Former HUD 9 Regional Administrator. Chris shares about his life growing up in Foster care and reuniting with his biological fami
Mandy Chapman Semple MIP Episode 26
No one knows how to tackle the homelessness crisis in America better than Mandy Chapman Semple. Seriously. She started by helping to decrease the homeless population of Houston by 60% in four years. As the Managing Partner of Clutch Consulting Group, she has helped 30,000 people find housing – roughly the population of Pullman, WA. Now, she’s helping Spokane create their own solution to homelessness. Join them for this incredible conversation on episode 27 of the 𝙈𝙤𝙨𝙩 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜
Dena Carr (Director of House of Charity) Episode 25
To say Dena Carr likes a challenge is an understatement. She’s tried just about everything, from fencing to Dutch oven cooking, so it comes as no surprise that she’s taken on the ultimate challenge, as Director of House of Charity, Spokane’s downtown homeless shelter. Walk with Frank and Dena on this powerful conversation on episode 25 of the 𝙈𝙤𝙨𝙩 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙤𝙣 𝙔𝙤𝙪’𝙫𝙚 𝙉𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙙 𝙊𝙛 podcast.
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David Zaccaria (Former NBC Senior Promotions Producer) Episode 24
It’s pretty cool when the first guy who hires you turns out to be a legend in your industry. David Zaccaria is that and more. From Spokane’s local Fox affiliate to Creative Director of Promotions for NBC during the “Must See TV” 90’s, the beginning of the WB network to winning two Emmy’s for his work promoting Ellen’s daytime juggernaut, Zac shares his incredible 30 year career and the amazing people he’s met along the way. Join Frank and Dave for this incredible conversation on episode 24 of t
Nicolette Ocheltree (City Council Manager of Housing and Homelessness initiatives) MIP Episode 23
It’s safe to say the majority of people trying to solve homelessness in America, have never been homeless. Nicolette Ocheltree is not one of them. Living in a car and couch surfing with her mother in Spokane as a teen, Nicolette also survived being stalked by the Green River killer. She now serves as the Manager of Housing and Homelessness for the Spokane City Council. She also has her PhD from Columbia University and has a lot to say about how we as the community should be managing the homeless
Jack Delehantly (G-Prep Theater / Novelist) MIP Episode 22
You never forget the guy that hangs you…especially on stage. You won’t want to miss this conversation with Jack Delehanty, legendary director of Gonzaga Prep’s theater department and teacher of literature, as they discuss Frank’s starring role as Harold in the epic play Harold and Maude and the impact Jack has had on thousands of former students by introducing them to art that challenged them. Jack also shares his new career as a mystery novelist, on episode 22 of the 𝙈𝙤𝙨𝙩 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞
Megan Duvall (Historic Preservation Officer) MIP Podcast Episode 21
From art deco to mid-century modern, Spokane has some of the most well preserved historic homes in the country and Megan Duvall is on a mission to make sure they stay that way. As the Historic Preservation Officer for the City of Spokane, Megan shares why our historic buildings matter so much and why we should do everything we can to preserve them on episode 21 of the 𝙈𝙤𝙨𝙩 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙤𝙣 𝙔𝙤𝙪’𝙫𝙚 𝙉𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙙 𝙊𝙛 podcast.
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Sean Finley (Indy Film Director) Episode 20 MIP Podcast
I admire someone, anyone, who takes on the great challenge of producing a film. Long or short, it’s a monumental endeavor, especially when it’s based on a short story by one of America’s finest storytellers. Sean Finley is one of those brave souls and I’m thrilled he decided to share the journey he’s taken to direct and produce a film adaptation of Jess Walter’s celebrated short story We Live in Water, on this episode of The Most Interesting Person You’ve Never Heard Of Podcast! Like, Share, Rev
Anna Harbine (Curator at the Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture) - MIP Episode 19
Every city has secrets. Anna Harbine is the keeper of Spokane’s. As an experienced public historian, Anna is the Johnston Fix Curator of Archives and Special Collections at the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, overseeing the day to day operations of the Joel E. Ferris Research Archives. Skilled in archival research, Pacific Northwest history, community-based outreach, digital history, and archival preservation and management, Anna is crazy passionate about the quirky events and characters t
Kevin Parker - Episode 18 MIP Podcast
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Alan Giebal "Big Al" Episode 17 - MIP Podcast
You always look up to those a few years older when you’re in high school. No one inspired me more to be a leader than Alan Giebel. As ASB President of Gonzaga Prep, he transformed school assemblies into his own personal variety show. His trademark big entrances included landing onto the football field in a helicopter. Today, no one knows business in Asia-Pacific better than Big Al. He shares his sales insights from over 30 years based in Singapore and gives his take on how the rest of the develo
Julie Garcia (Camp Hope)- Episode 15
This week- Julie Garcia: One of Spokane's most impactful & controversial people & founder of Jules Helping Hands- the organization caring for Camp Hope; the largest encampment of people experiencing homelessness on Washington State land. #camphope #spokane #homelessness #podcast #interview #news
Michael Sherlock Episode 14 - MIP Podcast
Michael Sherlock (Shock Your Potential) Don’t be fooled by the name or crazy hair color. Michael Sherlock is serious about business. She is dedicated to creating positive, productive, and profitable workplaces, and helping individuals, and businesses unlock their ultimate potential. Before launching her global training company, Shock Your Potential, Michael was Vice President of US Sales for two multinational medical device companies, responsible for net revenue exceeding $75 million and as ma
Gavin Cooley (Former CFO of Spokane) - MIP Podcast Episode 14
How much is homlessness costing our community each year? Gavin Cooley, the recently retired CFO of the city of Spokane, who, by the way also survived working for six different mayors over 18 years and still remains one of the most respected people in the community. sits down with Frank to share how he might be having an even bigger impact on the region he loves today, as an advocate for solutions to the homelessness crisis, as host of the video series Housing and Help. Oh, and what did he do hi
Julia Sweeney (It's Pat on SNL) / MIP Episode 12
SHOW LESSWell, it’s already happened. The first guest MIP who is not only incredibly interesting, but who yes…you’ve likely heard of. She’s Julia Sweeney, the actress, comedian, and author, who gained fame as a cast member on Saturday Night Live during the 90’s, where she created and played Pat, the androgynous character whose impossible-to-determine gender became a part of American pop culture. Julia discusses everything from growing up in Spokane, to her final one person show Older and Wider,
Gavin Tenold (Northwest Renewable) - Episode 12 MIP Podcast
Solar power, electric car charging, solar battery storage, off-grid power, zonal heat pumps. Where in the world is it all going? This episode, Frank talks with Gavin Tenold, Owner and General Contractor at Northwest Renewables, an Inland Northwest design, consulting, and renewable energy construction company, about where the world of renewable energy is today and what it means for our tomorrow. Gavin was also a member of the Board of the Washington Solar Energy Industries Assoc. Oh, and he drink
Geshela Phelgye (From Tibet to Spokane) Episode 11 / MIP Podcast
When His Holiness, The Dalai Lama tells you to “Go west and teach”, you listen. Geshela Phelgye certainly did. Join an extraordinary conversation with the head of Spokane’s Tibetan Temple, The Buddhist Institute of Universal Compassion, and former Member of the Tibetan Parliament in Exile. From escaping his home country at 3 years old, to living in a cave, to his unique relationship with the 14th Dalai Lama, you won’t want to miss one of the most interesting people you’ve never heard of. Like, S
Matt Meyer (The man who brought Paul McCartney to Spokane) Episode 10
Matt Meyer will forever be known as the man who brought Paul McCartney to Spokane. As the Director of Entertainment for Spokane Public Facilities District, Matt helped put his hometown on the map as a high end destination for entertainment thanks to The Beatles legend choosing Spokane to kick off his Got Back tour. Matt did it brick by brick, relationship by relationship. Hear how he went from homemade music festival promoter to the key player in bringing the two greatest songwriters in Americ
Meg Miller (COVID Big Leap) / Episode 9 (The Most Interesting Person You've Never Heard Of Podcast)
Meg Miller is taking the Big Leap! After several years as Director of Resort Operations for Northern Quest Resort, one of the top native casino hotels in the country, Meg walked away from it all to pursue a new passion. Find out how COVID reset Meg's perspective on life and is shaping her remarkable path forward...oh and what a gutsy skydiving adventure taught her about leadership. Tune in to catch a great conversation, Like, Share, Review and Subscribe!
Jim McPhee (Gonzaga Basketball Legend) / Episode 8
This week on The Most Important Person You've Never Heard Of podcast: Jim McPhee, the third leading scorer in Gonzaga University basketball history, stops by Corner Booth Media to talk about what it was like to play college basketball before the three point line, and the twenty year rocketship that is Gonzaga Basketball. Tune in to catch a great conversation, Like, Share, and Subscribe!
Kate Burke (Spokane City Council) - MIP Episode 7
This week on The Most Important Person You've Never Heard Of podcast: Kate Burke holds the distinction as the youngest female to be elected to the Spokane City Council in its history. She's also in rare company of those with their face on a bus! Hear why Kate didn't seek a second term on the Council and you won't want to miss her teaching Frank "Woke 101" class. Tune in for a very lively conversation, Like, Share, Review and Subscribe!
German Conductor Eckart Preu - MIP Episode 6
This week Eckart Preu, former conductor of the Spokane Symphony, stops by Corner Booth Media to talk about how he became a member, soloist and assistant conductor of the Boys Choir Dresdner Kreuzchor plus much more!
MIP Episode 5 / Nick Pupo (Baseballs Italian Ambassador )
This week on of The Most Interesting Person You've Never Heard Of Nick Pupo stops by Corner Booth Media to talk about his love for Baseball, and coaching as well as much more! Tune in, Like, Share, and Subscribe. #Baseball #Podcast #Coaching
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MIP Episode 4 / Sister Madonna Buder
This week on The Most Interesting Person You've Never Heard Of Sister Madonna Buder stops by Corner Booth Media to talk about what it was like being the oldest woman to finish an Iron Man race, and how it relates to her religious beliefs / life purpose.
MIP Episode 3 / Mike Hazel
This weeks Most Interesting Person You've Never Heard Of is Mike Hazel, professor of communications at Gonzaga University , but most importantly my college roommate. #Podcast #Gonzaga #Communications
MIP Episode 2 / Maisa Abudyha from Feast World Kitchen
This week on Most Interesting Person You've Never Heard Of, founder of Feast World Kitchen stops by Cornerbooth Media to discuss what its been like becoming a restauranteur, and her journey from Jordan to Spokane. #podcast #feast # refugee
The Most Interesting Person You've Never Heard Of Podcast / Jeff Crawford Ep.1
Every person has a story, but not everyone has a place to tell it. As a filmmaker for over 25 years Ive interviewed people all over the planet, and this week the Most Interesting Person you've never heard of is my next door neighbor Jeff Crawford. #Podcast #Spokanepodcast #Newpodcast