New Year’s resolutions started as ancient promises, not self-improvement chores — and somewhere along the way, we lost the plot. In this episode, Mitch and special guest Angie trace how resolutions changed over time and get into how we went from meaning it to quitting it.Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.Catch up on all episodes, see pics of each weekly guest and visit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and... Thank You!
Mitch brings in two experts on Germany, it's culture, and how it ties in with Texas today. These two, retired and current US military, spent years in Germany and have visited me in Texas!Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.Catchup on all episodes, see pics of each weekly guest and visit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!
Nothing says Christmas like a Texas Throwdown! I get two pals together to discuss our top 4 Christmas movies of all time. What they didn't know? There would be a surprise guest and this would turn into a scored Top 4 throwdown!Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’sbig questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.Catch up on all episodes, see pics of each weekly guest andvisit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!
Heading into the last few days of 2025, I got to wondering. What, really, are the most important numbers in a person’s lifetime. I called in my buddy Dan, from PA, to help me out.From pondering AI and the “new normal,” to ghost stories inthe Grand Canyon, to wondering what “living your best life” really means, Mitch invites guests and listeners alike to sit down, swap stories, and wrestle with the questions we all think about but don’t always say out loud.Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of each weekly guest,YouTube clips, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!
Do we really value the integrity of a game played by skilled athletes, or are we willing to let on-line gambling and the leagues chase every last dollar at the expense of everything that makes sports worth watching in the first place?Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.Catch up on all episodes, see pics of each weekly guest and visit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!
For just the second episode ever, Mitch hands off the mic. This time for a special visit with his son. Having both achieved career milestones, we talk jobs, people, food, and the choices we made. And what we'd tell our younger selves if we only knew!Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.Catch up on all episodes, see pics of each weekly guest andvisit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!
The full quote is "Be where you are, otherwise you will miss your life" by - hold on to your hats - Buddha.But it speaks to the topic of people seeming to prefer to see things on their phones, computers, or big screens. That’s watching life, not living it. And anyone who prefers that should not consider this as me offering a negative point of view on your choices, but rather – a challenge. I'm joined today by my good buddy Gavin, an Aussie for sure, dialing in from Seattle, we'll explain and have a few laughs.Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of each weekly guest,YouTube clips, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!
It was said recently that many people alive today never sawMichael Jordan play basketball. For most younger folks, he’s a highlight reel or a logo, not a live memory. But not for Mook and I, he was much more to us in Chicagoland.Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of each weekly guest andvisit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!
There’s no other state in the union with a story like Texas’. In a way, due to the proximity to two frontiers in Mexico and the wild west, no other state can have a story like Texas.This, of course, led to a need to implement manners of control unique to the state and to the situation. Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’sbig questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of each weekly guest andvisit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!
Mitch sits down with a couple of old Illinois ghost hunters to see what happens when northern know-how meets Texas history. Jefferson, Texas — The Grove — a house built before the Civil War. We talk experiences and similarities. Whys and hows.Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’sbig questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of each weekly guest andvisit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!
Mitch and The Professor are takin’ a porch-light stroll through five end-of-the-world scenarios — nukes, pandemics, AI, climate, even a rock from the sky. Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’sbig questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of each weekly guest andvisit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!
There’s a strong argument that certain generations, like the Baby Boomers, were forced to "grow up" faster in some ways compared to later generations. But with its own nuances. Let’s take a look. I'll bring in Holly from FL for a counterpoint. I may even tell him that's why he's here, who knows?Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’sbig questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of each weekly guest andvisit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!
Been thinking lately — maybe it's not all about the money. It can’t be. Can we shift the focus a bit — from making money to making time for what matters? Special guest Angie from VA returns!Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’sbig questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of each weekly guest,YouTube clips, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!
You can’t hardly scroll your phone these days without someone hollerin’ about how AI is coming to take all our jobs, ruin our lives, and maybe even outsmart us before lunch. Calm down, buckaroos, this ain't nothin' new.Today we bring in Vincent, with his W.Va. point of view!Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’sbig questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.“Texas porch talk, big questions, and honest answers youdidn’t know you needed.”Catch this and all episodes, links to recent YouTube releases, photos of each guest, and The MITCH MERCH STORE at mitchwonders.com And...THANK YOU!
I’ve been hearing this phrase bandied about ( you heard me,bandied) seemingly at least once a day: He/She/They/We – “is/are living their best life” and it got me to wondering, what does that really mean?Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’sbig questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of each weekly guest andvisit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!
I’ve heard, off and on, “off limits” areas in the Grand Canyon. Speculation of UFO activity, or hidden ancient Egyptian treasure, and government-controlled areas.I got to wondering what the stories were, and if any haveany basis in fact, or maybe some good, yet to be proven story lines?Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of each weekly guest, current YouTube clips, and visit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!
We touched on this back way back in 2022, coincidentally, episode #22. Felt like it was time to see how we've progressed.Or, regressed?Catch this and all episodes, see pics. of each weekly guest, watch current YouTube releases, and connect to the MITCH MERCH STORE at mitchwonders.com !! And..thank you!!
There are only two people in this world you need to make proud. It's not your mom, it's not your dad. It's not your husband, and not your wife. It's the 8 year old version of you and the 80 year old version of you. Catch this and all episodes, see recent YouTube clips, photos of guests from each episode - AND SHOP AT THE MITCH MERCH STORE - at mitchwonders.com And thank you, your support means everything!
Jack, from Tennessee, is truly a Texas legend. The reason why Texans grew up hearing "don't mess with Texas", and a lasting example of how you don't have to be from Texas, but you're welcome, as long as you respect it!Catch this and all back episodes, see photos of each guest, and check the latest YouTube video at mitchwonders.com - and THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR SUPPORT!!
Is there anyplace left where "taking a break from all your worries, sure would mean a lot?" Where everybody knows your name? Mitch and DT wonder.Catch this, and catch up on all episodes, pics of every guest, and YouTube clips on mitchwonders.com and...THANK YOU!