Best Michael Otts Podcasts (2025)

Jake Crimmins is making pinball events a common thing in Taiwan. Hear how Jake is doing everything to help create a scene with the Taiwan Flipper Pinball Association, plus travelling to the UK Open and Sweden, and who knows where else.By Jeff Teolis

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Cellist Tamar Sagiv explores the different facets of grief 30:09

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ cellist Tamar Sagiv explores the different facets of grief on her debut solo recording. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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Why Real World Experience Matters 27:24

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More of my reflection on life. I go into details of my past experiences. As well as why you should never give up. Why you should explore, experience, and touch life yourself. Why you should not just sit around waiting. Go out and try to make it happen.

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Episode 427: Martin Ayub and Pinball News 31:38

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You’d be hard to find anyone in the last 25 years who has provided more pinball information than Martin Ayub of Pinball News. It was a pleasure to chat with Martin, who has seen and reported on so much over the years and still continues to provide rich content on both his website and podcast.By Jeff Teolis

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OTT Executive Podcast S6 E1: Ray Nutt, CEO of Fathom Entertainment 28:21

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1) Moving to Colorado; 2) Background in cable, insurance, and farm equipment; 3) Role of Fathom as distribution "window" option; 4) Theater "magic" is still alive; 5) Fathom's rebrand; 6) Growth in live events; 7) "The Chosen" phenomena-- episodic in theaters for the first time; 8) Faith-based genre strength; 9) International growth strategy; 10) T…

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Episode 426: When in Rome 8:32

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When in Rome…make sure to grab dinner with 4x World Champ, and local legend Daniele Acciari, along with 2x World Champ Johannes Ostermeier who’s in town studying. Let the vino flow!By Jeff Teolis

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Composer Dawn Avery and cellist Wilhelmina Smith join forces on new album 31:01

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ composer Dawn Avery and cellist Wilhelmina Smith present their first collaborative recording, ‘Sweetgrass.’ Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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Personal Thoughts On Homelessness 58:41

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In this episode, I open up about some deeply personal stories and memories. I reflect on my late friend Skrill-sharing both the good times we had and my thoughts on the way his life ended. I also talk about my close friend Raven, whose life was tragically cut short in a drug-related incident, as well as two of my good friends who were a loving coup…

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Sharon Isbin performs music by LeFrak on new album 26:59

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ guitarist Sharon Isbin fulfills her dream of performing a Latin American-inspired guitar concert on her latest album, ‘Romántico,’ featuring music by Karen LeFrak. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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Episode 425: Jokton Strealy 19:25

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The man who gave us PinShades and now PinSteps has a lot more to offer. Need a mohawk model? A World Record holding fire breather? Some Star Wars history? A pinball travel buddy? Jokton’s your man as you’ll hear on this episode.By Jeff Teolis

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Charles Kirk (Gone Way To Soon) 27:55

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I am just floored. Charles Kirk has been assassinated. One of the most peaceful people in the Podcasting World. He stood for his beliefs. He stood for his principles. He stood for God and Country. For just having a different opinion. He built a way for everyone to be able to have a voice. He did this at just 18 years old. RIP Charles and I know you…

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Sarah Bassingthwaighte connects to nature through music 34:02

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ Canadian-American flutist and composer Sarah Bassingthwaighte premieres her latest project, an album with the London Symphony Orchestra centered around music connected to nature. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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Episode 424: Rocky Horror Pinball 25:11

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Give yourself over to absolute pleasure. What a great way to celebrate the 50th anniversary of The Rocky Horror Picture Show with an amazing homebrew. Wolfgang Grauvogl of Germany has taken a Black Rose machine and turned it into a beautiful creation. Hot patootie, it’s fun!By Jeff Teolis

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DEAN ROSENTHAL - Field Recordings & électroacoustique

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Programme de Dean Rosenthal pour webSYNradio : Field Recordings & électroacoustique. Le travail présenté ici s’étend sur près d’un quart de siècle et comprend des pièces emblématiques de Dean Rosenthal entre field recordings et musique electroacoustique. http://synradio.fr/dean-rosenthal-field-recordings-et-electroacoustique/…

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Masked, Managed, And Misunderstood 32:23

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A personal reflection of mine, on life with autism and adhd. This episode I go into the details of having autism/adhd in the 80s and 90s. What treatment was like. What it is like now. The benefits of treatment and the problems from long term medication treatment. How back then treating it was a form of, how to manage, correct, and medicate probably…

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Jess Gillam explores the saxophone's many sounds on 'Prism' 30:56

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ young saxophonist Jess Gillam talks about her new project, a series of EPs titled ‘Prism’ that explore the different permutations of the saxophone’s sound. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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The Flesh Engine 55:19

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In an age where romance can be downloaded, programmed, and manufactured, the line between human love and artificial affection is disappearing. This episode dives deep into the rise of AI dating bots, humanoid companions, and robotic intimacy and the hidden costs they carry. From the lens of faith Christian, Jewish, and Muslim warnings about counter…

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Episode 446: For Love Alone 11:10

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Why are we here? Listen and be encouraged!

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Avi Avital and the Between Worlds Ensemble explore folk music through a modern lens 27:43

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ mandolinist Avi Avital talks about his latest project with the Between Worlds Ensemble: an album that explores how folk music can fuel new progressive concert music. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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John Jeter and the Malmo Symphony Orchestra perform Price and Grant Still 31:56

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ John Jeter leads the Malmo Symphony Orchestra, alongside soloists Han Chen and Fanny Clamagirand, in music by Florence Price and William Grant Still. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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Detroit Symphony Orchestra presents Wynton Marsalis' 'Blues Symphony' 37:05

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ trumpeter and composer Wynton Marsalis talks about his ‘Blues Symphony,’ which was featured on latest recording by the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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Episode 445: The Source is a Person 16:11

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There is one God who is above all, through all and in all. Listen and be encouraged!

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New York Polyphony brings a hopeful view of the future on its 10th recording 34:22

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ Craig Phillips talks about New York Polyphony’s latest recording that has been 20 years in the making and features over 480 years of vocal music. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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Pianist Dan Wilson serenades Los Angeles with lullabies recorded in Los Feliz, near Hollywood 26:42

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ pianist Dan Wilson releases his latest record featuring a collection of lullabies recorded on a 1918 upright piano found on the streets of Hollywood. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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James Ehnes and the National Arts Center Orchestra record Bach's Violin Concertos 31:38

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ Canadian violinist James Ehnes joins his many friends at the National Arts Center Orchestra to record all of Bach’s Violin Concertos. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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OTT- How Is Everyone Doing? (Show & Blog Update) 56:13

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OTT- How Is Everyone Doing? (Show & Blog Update)

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Episode 444: Sow In Tears Reap in Joy 15:21

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It has been difficult for most everyone for the last few years. Listen and hear some good news!

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Takacs Quartet and Marc-Andre Hamelin celebrate the ensemble's 50th anniversary 23:23

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ the Takács Quartet celebrates its 50th anniversary with a recording featuring Marc-André Hamelin on piano quintets by Dvořák and Price. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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Episode 443: You Wouldn't Cry 4:31

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To all who have recently lost loved ones. I wrote this song years ago when Mama passed to heaven. I hope it comforts you as much as it has me. I am praying for you all.

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Pianist Jeneba Kanneh-Mason shines in pianistic 'Fantasie' 25:37

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ British pianist Jeneba Kanneh-Mason releases her debut solo recording featuring ‘fantasies’ for the piano, including music by Florence Price and Alexander Scriabin. Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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Episode 423: Timber Engelbeen 17:56

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Timber is looking to do well in his first IFPA World Championship. Hear Timber tell about his big win earlier in the year in his home country of Belgium, his first ever trip to INDISC, how he got his cool name and more.By Jeff Teolis

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PASCAL DELEUZE - Mon tout premier bruit

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Pièce inédite de Pascal Deleuze pour webSYNradio : mon tout premier bruit. Lamentation pour un deuil impossible, cette pièce pour trompette en multipistes est aussi bien la trompe des légions romaines que la voix du kaddish de Maurice Ravel.Pascal Deleuze : trompette, voix. Guillaume Contré : enregistrement, montage, mixage. http://synradio.fr/pasc…

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Episode 422: Michael Trepp 17:55

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If you’ve ever played in an IFPA event, good chance Michael approved your submission. Hear from the long time IFPA/Country Director as he talks about pinball in his home country of Switzerland, some of its players and locations, giving back to pinball, and what it takes to run BIG events like the EPC and the IFPA World Championship.…

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Jonathan Biss combines Beamish and Beethoven 28:17

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ with host Julie Amacher, pianist Jonathan Biss talks about his Beethoven concerto project with the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra, including the latest release featuring a new concerto by Sally Beamish. Listen now!By American Public Media

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Episode 421: Markus Stix 11:14

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As IFPA 20 comes to Austria this week, they’ll see one of the best players ever from that country. Markus Stix talks about the world coming to Austria twice in the span of a month (EPC & IFPA 20), plus playing competitively for 30 years and others who compete at a high level in Austria.By Jeff Teolis

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Violinist Lynda O'Connor celebrates Vivaldi with 'The Irish Four Seasons' 34:51

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ Irish violinist Lynda O’Connor releases her debut solo recording featuring Antonio Vivaldi’s ‘The Four Seasons’ alongside Ailbhe McDonagh’s recently composed ‘The Irish Four Seasons.’ Listen now with host Julie Amacher!By American Public Media

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Episode 442: Come Up Higher 10:57

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It's time to take our places. Come up higher!

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Janoska Ensemble gives 'The Four Seasons' a makeover 24:16

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On the latest episode of ‘New Classical Tracks,’ with host Julie Amacher, the Janoska ensemble gives Antonio Vivaldi’s ‘The Four Seasons’ a makeover in its signature style. Listen now!By American Public Media

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Episode 420: Jason Werdrick 18:19

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A long-time pinball pro, originally known as “The Kid”. Jason tells us about playing pinball in the early days, testing games, early competitions and what’s it’s like to still compete today at a high level.By Jeff Teolis

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Episode 441: Joy Is Coming 12:15

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To all who are suffering and facing hardship. Joy is coming!