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Sean Dillon @seanadillon.bsky.social · 3d

Leland Vittert last grilled a beef tenderloin, loves his wife’s emotional eq and wants you to read his book “BORN LUCKY: A Dedicated Father, A Grateful Son, and My Journey with Autism.”

"If going through this awfulness all over again, helps people, then it's worth it."

What happens when the kid who got bullied for being different ends up telling the world’s stories on national TV? Leland Vittert gets real about life with autism, lessons from his dad, and the heart…

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Sean Dillon @seanadillon.bsky.social · 6d

Bernie Leadon wanted a Vega banjo growing up, loved singing harmony with Linda Ronstadt and wants you to hear “Too Late to Be Cool”.

Bernie Leadon: Why It’s Never Too Late to Be Cool

Bernie Leadon helped shape the sound of American rock as a founding member of the Eagles. Now, he’s back with a new solo album, "Too Late to Be Cool". He's got stories only decades of music can tell.…

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Sean Dillon @seanadillon.bsky.social · 20d

Join Director Ceri Isfryn as she shares her experience making "Oklahoma City Bombing: One Day in America." It’s not just about the event but about the resilience that followed. Let's take a Beyond the Mic Short Cut!

The Interview That Gave Director Ceri Isfryn Chills

Award-winning director Ceri Isfryn takes us behind the lens of “Oklahoma City Bombing: One Day in America”. She opens up about the heartbreak, courage, and stories that shaped her latest series. From…

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Sean Dillon @seanadillon.bsky.social · 23d

"It's wild that people want to listen to me talk about the things that I love to nerd out about."
He shares how anime has shaped his life, weaving in stories and the lessons he’s picked up along the way. Nicholas Friedman from “Crunchyroll Presents: The Anime Effect” joins us.

"The hardest thing about my job is trying to watch every single show every season."

Join us Beyond the Mic as Nicholas Friedman from Crunchyroll shares his love for anime and its cultural impact. Why does he love "The Anime Effect" podcast? Listen and find out!

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Sean Dillon @seanadillon.bsky.social · 23d

Dan Schlossberg loves the Savannah Bananas, wants Steve Garvey in the Baseball Hall of Fame and wants you to read “The New Baseball Bible”.

Fog delays, oddball players & Cooperstown debates—Dan Schlossberg brings it all to Beyond the Mic

Baseball isn’t just about stats, but about the memories that stick with you forever. Stories about fog delays, quirky players, and moments so wild they almost sound made up. Dan Schlossberg,…

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Sean Dillon @seanadillon.bsky.social · 24d

It’s Podtober and Sean will be posting a bunch of new episodes! He starts with his conversation with Regina Zernay!

Regina Zernay’s success isn’t an illusion, its reality and first learned the baseline of REM. Her solo album is “High Rolling”. Let’s go Beyond the Mic.

"I just want to inspire other people to look at it and say, okay, this is a regular person who really loves music. If she can do it, I can do it."

Regina Zernay has rocked Wembley, Madison Square Garden, and stages around the world. You’ve heard her with Cee Lo Green, Scarlet Fever Detroit Diesel Power, and Cowboy Mouth. Now, she’s stepping out…

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Sean Dillon @seanadillon.bsky.social · 26d

Happy Podtober everyone. I'll be posting a BUNCH of podcasts and give you reason to subscribe to Beyond the Mic.

Thanks for listening!

Sean Dillon @seanadillon.bsky.social · 27d

Frank Figliuzzi loves a good hot pastrami, cruising in Alaska and he wants you to read his book “Long Haul: Hunting the Highway Serial Killers”.

"You've got a ready made vulnerable victim pool here, and you've got a perfect storm because the number one profession of serial killers is long haul trucking."

What if I told you 850 murders were linked to long-haul truckers? Former FBI Assistant Director Frank Figliuzzi takes us inside the Highway Serial Killings Initiative—a case you’ve probably never…

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Sean Dillon @seanadillon.bsky.social · 27d

Director Bernard MacMahon’s favorite film festival is Venice, loves Frank Capra and wants you to see “Becoming Led Zeppelin”.

"If it's easy, it's not really that interesting to me. I'm interested in something that I think unless we'd work like demons to do it, it would never have existed."

Director Bernard McMahon shares the incredible journey of creating the first band-authorized documentary on Led Zeppelin. Learn about the challenges he faced creating "Becoming Led Zeppelin." Time to…

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Sean Dillon @seanadillon.bsky.social · Oct 1

"The brain wants to anchor, and the brain wants permanence and predictability." ID’s “The Serial Killer’s Apprentice” Dr. Katherine Ramsland takes a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.

"I think it's always heartbreaking when you see a kid in a circumstance where they're helpless and a predator, an adult predator, is twisting the knife, so to speak."

Dr. Katherine Ramsland's brain craves mysteries, loves her horse Sunny and is the Carp Queen. She wants you to watch ID’s “The Serial Killer’s Apprentice”

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Sean Dillon @seanadillon.bsky.social · Oct 1

Give grace to others, because the day you think might be filled with sunshine and happiness may not be the same day they experience.

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Sean Dillon @seanadillon.bsky.social · Sep 29

"Every story I've worked on has affected me in a different way."

Andrea Gunning, host of Betrayal Weekly, opens up about navigating stories of trust and deception. She talks about the healing power of sharing personal experiences, and more as she takes a Beyond the Mic Short Cut!

"Every story I've worked on has affected me in a different way."

"Betrayal Weekly" host Andrea Gunning dives deep into stories of trust, deception, and healing. She shares favorite episodes, behind-the-scenes insights, and how her own experiences shape the…

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Sean Dillon @seanadillon.bsky.social · Sep 28

No, but I appreciate the reference...

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Sean Dillon @seanadillon.bsky.social · Sep 28

John Fugelsang doesn’t just deliver punchlines—he digs into the hardest questions with humor and honesty as he goes Beyond the Mic.

Hit play to hear John Fugelsang unfiltered, funny, and sharp as ever.

Favorite guilty pleasure TV show? Movie line he quotes too much? His #1 Travelling Wilburys song? John Fugelsang takes on the Rockin’ 8—fast, funny, and unfiltered as he goes Beyond the Mic on his…

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Sean Dillon @seanadillon.bsky.social · Sep 27

It’s not a TUMAH, It’s Binge Watching with our friend Chris Woolsey on the best movies you should be rewatching today! Let’s go Beyond the Mic.

Discussing iconic films and actors in our latest episode! Don't miss out on the movie recommendations!

Chris Woolsey, Associate Communications Director at Vizio, joins us Binge Watching Beyond the Mic. This month he’s offering his thoughts on Back to School’s must-see movies. Remember it’s NOT A TUMAH.

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Sean Dillon @seanadillon.bsky.social · Sep 17

What would you whisper to Elphaba? Author Gregory Maguire had an answer. Hear it, along with stories of inspiration, resilience, and creativity, in this Beyond the Mic Short Cut.

"I'm interested in what was Abraham Lincoln like when he was 12. I'm interested in what was Socrates like when he went to preschool for the first time?"

“She makes wishes on falling stars still.” Author Gregory Maguire on why Elphaba matters now more than ever. Listen in.

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Sean Dillon @seanadillon.bsky.social · Sep 17

Jon Wolfe once caught a 275 pound marlin, making music is now fun again and he wants you to hear “Tequila Cowboys”

"There's a really great environment for traditional country right now."

Welcome to Jon Wolfe's world! He's sharing his journey through country music and why authenticity is key. Plus, get the inside scoop on his latest single, "Tequila Cowboys" featuring Randy Rogers.…

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Sean Dillon @seanadillon.bsky.social · Sep 16

"Making music is now fun again."

Country singer & tequila maker Jon Wolfe talking music and more. Sharing stories behind his new single “Tequila Cowboys,” recorded with Randy Rogers. Hear why he believes country music still has room for stories that matter.

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"There's a really great environment for traditional country right now."

Welcome to Jon Wolfe's world! He's sharing his journey through country music and why authenticity is key. Plus, get the inside scoop on his latest single, "Tequila Cowboys" featuring Randy Rogers. It'...

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Sean Dillon @seanadillon.bsky.social · Sep 15

Art Alexakis, the voice of Everclear, drops by Beyond the Mic. Thirty years since Sparkle and Fade, he’s still got stories to tell. He answers YOUR questions, and much more. If “Father of Mine” ever hit you in the chest, this one’s for you.

The Power of a Song with Everclear’s Art Alexakis

Everclear frontman Art Alexakis joins me on Beyond the Mic to mark 30 years of Sparkle and Fade. We talk about life on the road, the lessons of sobriety, and how storytelling has always been at the…

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Sean Dillon @seanadillon.bsky.social · Sep 13

Three weeks. John Lennon. Yoko Ono.

David Sheff lived it — now he’s telling the stories you haven’t heard. From a chance astrological reading to a lifelong friendship, this one’s personal.

Yoko fought to protect John’s legacy… and paid a price for it.

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Sean Dillon @seanadillon.bsky.social · Sep 11

20,000 people listening to an episode that you have no idea how it spread

2 people listening to an episode where you worked on it for a year and your heart and soul is in it.

Podcast to share a story or someone else's story.

Sean Dillon @seanadillon.bsky.social · Sep 11

If you are merely looking at downloads as your success meter, then you are podcasting to a number. A random number that means whatever you want it to be.

134 people listening to an episode that you worked on for two weeks in landing the guest, pre and post production

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Sean Dillon @seanadillon.bsky.social · Sep 10

Ever wonder why you have to order fries even when you swore you’d get a salad?
Dr. Rob Dunn says it’s not weakness — it’s evolution.

In his Curiosity Stream series “Taste: The Flavor of Life,” he explains how our cravings connect us to the animal kingdom.

Don’t miss it.

"To be reminded that we are biological beings influenced by the biology of our mouths, our noses, our taste."

Ever argue over what’s for dinner? Turns out, your cravings are biology doing its thing. Dr. Rob Dunn breaks down how taste shaped us — and why animals might be foodies too — in his Curiosity Stream…

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Sean Dillon @seanadillon.bsky.social · Sep 9

If you could ask Art Alexakis from Everclear any question, what would it be?

Sean Dillon @seanadillon.bsky.social · Sep 8

"I ran away in the middle of the night to reclaim my life and reclaim my dignity. That was the greatest challenge I ever faced."

Author of “Men Explained, Finally”. Tom Sturges takes a Beyond the Mic Short Cut.

"You have to follow your instinct in everything you do, because that's what makes you different from anybody else."

Tom Sturges believes all men… never really grow up. His words, not mine: ‘We’re basically 14-year-old cavemen.' Honestly, he might be right. We talked Brad Pitt, why showers were apparently optional…

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