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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.
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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. Please Like, Share, Review and Subscribe! #podcast #mipynhopodcast #houseofcharity #walkwithus #homelessness 
 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 the 𝙈𝙤𝙨𝙩 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙤𝙣 𝙔𝙤𝙪’𝙫𝙚 𝙉𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙙 𝙊𝙛 podcast. Please Like, Share, Review and Subscribe! #podcast #mipynhopodcast #nbcpromotions #ellendegeneres #mustseetv
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 homelessness crisis. Join Frank for this incredible conversation on episode 23 of the 𝙈𝙤𝙨𝙩 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙤𝙣 𝙔𝙤𝙪’𝙫𝙚 𝙉𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙙 𝙊𝙛 podcast. Please Like, Share, Review and Subscribe! #podcast #mipynhopodcast #homelessness #spokanecitycouncil #spokanedoesntsuck #columbiauniversity
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 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙤𝙣 𝙔𝙤𝙪’𝙫𝙚 𝙉𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙙 𝙊𝙛 podcast.
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. Please Like, Share, Review and Subscribe! #podcast #mipynhopodcast #historicpreservation #spokanehistorichomes #historicarchitecture #spokanedoesn’tsuck
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, Review and Subscribe! #podcast #mipynhopodcast #weliveinwater #spokanefilms #shortfilms #spokanedoesn’tsuck
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 his first year of retirement? - Walk 1,000 miles across California, of course. You won’t want to miss this extraordinary conversation!
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 that make up Spokane’s sometimes gentile, sometimes seedy past.  Where did the Great Spokane Fire start? Did Al Capone and Bugsy Siegel hide out here? Are there really rum running tunnels under the city? These mysteries and many more, revealed on this episode of The Most Interesting Person You’ve Never Heard Of Podcast! Like, Share, Review and Subscribe! #podcast #mipynhopodcast #nwmuseumofartsandculture #spokanearchivist #archivist #spokanesecrets #spokanedoesn’tsuck
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 developed world views America today. Without further ado, Ladies and Germs… Alan Giebel!  Like, Share, Review and Subscribe!  #podcast #mipynhopodcast #asiapacificbusiness #questionshutupandsell #singapore #internationalsales #spokanedoesn’tsuck
MIP Episode 3 / Mike Hazel

MIP Episode 3 / Mike Hazel

2022-02-1601:14:18

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
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
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
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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 Episode 38 of The Most Interesting Person You’ve Never Heard Of podcast.
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 Most Interesting Person You’ve Never Heard Of podcast.
.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. 
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 navigate homelessness and addiction. Watch and listen to Jerrica’s courageous story on Episode 35 of the Most Interesting Person You’ve Never Heard Of podcast. 
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 closer than you think! Stay interesting!
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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 riveting story about show business, life, and love.
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