Best Mike Schubert Podcasts (2025)

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473 - The Cryptid Show with Mike Schubert 1:24:00

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Mike is a longtime podcaster, and host of the show The Newest Olympian, which seeks to answer the question, "Has society been sleeping on the Percy Jackson series?". His new show, Professional Talkers, is a comedic advice podcast all about navigating life's awkward conversations with Sequoia Simone. We wanted to talk about working in audio, and com…

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197 | The Mark of Athena Ch. 34–36 w/ Michael Hollis (LIVE in Kansas City!) 1:20:10

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The Michael tag-team is back in action, this time for my first ever performance in Kansas City, MO! These chapters of MoA cover Annabeth’s build up to her big battle, and thankfully we have sadness expert, Michael Hollis, for the wallowing in despair chapter. Topics include: Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift, missing train prats, DEADalus, Arachne & Ariad…

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BONUS | TNO Live in LA 12/2/25, Charity Update, and Patreon Bonus Ep. Preview! 16:39

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Hello! This is an off-week for TNO, but I didn't want to leave you with NOTHING, so here's a little bonus episode that has info about our upcoming live show in Sant Monica, the charity we're supporting this break, and what the podcast will look like when the TV show returns in December. Finally, I end this episode with a preview of a recent Patreon…

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Episode #513 - Lisa Laidlow (High Viz) 58:26

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Lisa Laidlow came to the trail when she became an empty-nester. She had always been an outdoor girl–often along with her father–yet it was only fairly recently that she returned to hiking and discovered the idea of a thru-hike. As a black woman on the trail, she was embraced by hikers, though had a few uncomfortable encounters along the way. Despit…

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474 - The Time We Have with Elliot Davis 1:16:38

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Elliot is the designer of some of my favorite games, including Project ECCO, which we played on the 400th episode of the show. We sat down for a truly heartbreaking game of The Time We Have, a TTRPG about two brothers on opposite sides of a door, staring down the inevitable amidst a zombie apocalypse. CW: Grief, trauma, familial terminal illness, b…

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Special Episode: Inside the Podcaster's Studio with Alex Flanigan 1:28:33

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As part of our 10th anniversary celebration week, my dear friend Alex Flanigan sits down with me to chat about the journey of making a podcast for ten years, and what makes Party of One the show that it is. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/party-of-one-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands…

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Kicking Off Party of One's 10th Anniversary Week: A Quick Thank You 6:22

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Thanks for 10 years. Here's to many more. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/party-of-one-podcast/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsBy Jeff Stormer

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Episode #512 - James Dalberto (Nomad) 37:42

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James Dalberto, or Nomad, joins the podcast today. James has been an RV'er for the past few years, earning a living as a "starving artist" (his words) all over the country. This year, he decided to mix it up a bit and headed out onto the Appalachian Trail for a thru-hike. On the way, he fell back in love with the hiking community he discovered last…

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472 - The God of Spite and Violence (Character Creation) with Teddy Ren 1:05:57

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Teddy Ren is a comedian, writer, singer/songwriter, mental health advocate, and all-around entertainer (and as someone who wears a lot of creative hats... I get it. I respect it.). We sat down to build characters and explore the world of The God of Spite And Violence, a game inspired by stories like Monkey Man, Kill Bill, and John Wick. TEDDY REN: …

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BONUS: Writing an Email 25:09

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Life threw some lemons at us this week, but rather than make lemonade, Mike made a bonus episode about how to write an email! Whether it's for business, family, or friends, Mike's got the advice and pitfalls you may face when an awkward conversation goes digital. We hope you enjoy and we'll be back with Episode 8 in two weeks! Learn more about your…

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196 | The Mark of Athena Ch. 31B–33 w/ Johnny Frohlichstein (LIVE in St. Louis!) 1:51:41

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You know I couldn’t do a show in St. Louis without bringing Kirkwood’s own, Johnny Frohlichstein! We break down 2.5 chapters of the third Heroes of Olympus book, dive deep into the local cuisine, and get Johnny’s mom involved in the show as well. Topics include: Imo’s, Lord of the Rings, turbulence, Imposter Syndrome, being a kid, The Trolley Probl…

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Episode #511 - The ALDHA Gathering - October 2025 1:30:07

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Very limited notes this month, mainly because I'm away and rushing to get this out on Wednesday evening!! It was an honor to be chosen to present the Saturday evening keynote speech at ALDHA last weekend. I picked my own guests–and subjects–and the event was not only well-attended but also well-received. First up was Mills Kelly, the well-known AT …

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195 | The Mark of Athena Ch. 29–31A w/ Sherry Guo 1:10:53

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[Ch. 31 stopping point is after an unexpected liquid fills the boat] Sherry is back with the some Mark of Athena chapters she called dibs on many moons ago (a-Guo?), and I can clearly see why! Topics include: scheduling chaos, multi-hyphenates, Halloween costume ideas, multitasking, Webkins & Neopets, gin, 12-season athlete, Mrs. Woodman, spilt vs.…

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471 - Tapestry with Kaitlin Bruder 1:14:38

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Kaitlin is one of the producers behind Thin Places Radio, an award-winning short-form fiction podcast in the shape of a radio show from nowhere, in which the mysterious Host comes responds to real voicemails from actual callers with supernaturally sentimental anecdotes and advice. She's also a streamer, actual play performer, artist, and designer--…

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Episode #510 - Ken Posner (Barefoot Ken) 40:33

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We meet an unusual hiker this week. Ken Posner has been a long-distance runner and hiker over the years, yet he has gradually morphed into a barefoot runner and hiker. Ken and I discuss this–to me–bizarre footwear choice, and he makes a compelling case for the advantages of barefoot walking. Ken has also taken on the fascinating project of "The Gri…

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470 - Hunt(er/ed) with Cate Osborn 1:19:33

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By Jeff Stormer

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Having a Difficult Conversation with Your Boss: You Can't Fire Rebecca w/ Elliot Davis 1:00:06

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By Mike Schubert & Sequoia Simone

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194 | The Mark of Athena Ch. 27–28 w/ Sequoia Simone 1:16:40

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Sequoia Simone AKA the co-creator of our new podcast, Professional Talkers, makes her glorious return to TNO to discuss our heroes meeting THE HERO in Heroes of Olympus Book 3! Topics include: Jeremy Bearemy, podcast logistics, Salt Lake City, Coney Island, Snakes by the Ocean, Mayor of Tangent Town, tromping, The Avril Lavigne Theory, Canadian Tha…

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Episode #509 - Chrissy and Ady Schubert 46:59

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Chrissy Schubert and her daughter Ady will be attempting a 250-mile section of the Appalachian Trail next year. No big deal, you may think. Think again. Ady is afflicted by profound autism, communicates through writing, and has a heart as big as the trail itself. The adversity that Ady and her family have overcome during her earlier years has stren…

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193 | The Mark of Athena Ch. 25–26 w/ Dr. Steven Parra 1:03:22

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The doctor is back in and we've got more of the third Heroes of Olympus book to cover! Also, being on brand as Dr. Steven Parra, we go on a doctor tangent this episode! Topics include: dream messages, Goblet of Fire, the Athena Parthenos, relationship overanalyzing, scrubs, Mediterranean landscapes, Barcelona, Duane Reade, softball optimism, Tyson’…

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469 - For the Queen with Anjali Bhimani 1:07:47

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Anjali is a writer, producer, and actress in games (Borderlands 4, Overwatch), TV (Ms. Marvel), animation (Tales of the TMNT, X-Men '97), and Actual Play (Critical Role, Faster, Purple Worm! Kill! Kill!). She's currently a producer and guest player on the national tour of The Twenty Sided Tavern, and a player in the upcoming genre-bending AP Tales …

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Episode #508 - Woods Hole Weekend 2025 1:08:36

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This week, we have a little change of pace. I attended the Woods Hole weekend last week as a presenter, and I came away with friendships, more knowledge, and a decent amount of humble pie as I savored the experience. My Dana came with me and experienced a little of what I experience on trail. She hiked into our campsite at Dismal Falls, then camped…

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Talking to THAT Relative at Thanksgiving: A Pro-Kids Table Podcast w/ Jeffrey Cranor 1:08:11

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We've got another expert in the mix, Jeffrey Cranor from Welcome to Night Vale, to help us with an essential (and accidentally timely) topic: having uncomfortable conversations with folks close to you at holiday gatherings, office parties, and the like! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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192 | The Mark of Athena Ch. 23–24 w/ Wil Williams 1:20:39

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We've got another TNO guesting debut for you, this time it's Wil Williams of Hug House Productions! Wil and Mike share their thoughts on two chapters from Mark of Athena, as well as some Old People takes. Topics include: washing linens, the Arizona heat, Nest, European rules, crawfish, SHRIMPZILLA, The Wu-Tang Clan, Old Man Takes, Super Smash Bros.…

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468 - Against Time & Death with Michael Turrentine 1:29:26

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Michael is one of the stars of World Gone Wrong, a fictional chat show about friendship at the end of the world, in which two best friends talk about life in a world of werewolves, humming kudzu, body snatchers, and a million other crises all at once. We sat down to play Against Time And Death, an epistolary roleplaying game of agents on opposite s…

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Episode #507 - Glenn Sweitzer (Wanderer) 1:13:47

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Glenn Sweitzer, designer and filmmaker, is our guest today. Glenn's fascinating back story takes in working with Disney, designing artwork for Tim McGraw and others, then telling stories through film, before ending up on the Appalachian Trail, discovering and sharing stories along the way. Glenn is a natural raconteur with an eye for detail, and ha…

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191 | The Mark of Athena Ch. 21–22 w/ Paul Caiola 1:22:17

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We've got a new guest for a new episode of The Newest Olympian! Paul Cailoa from the That Aged Well podcast makes his TNO debut to discuss 2 chapters of Mark of Athena and go down many delight tangents with the Mayor of Tangent Town, Mike Schubert. Topics include: Escapism, Civil War, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, whipped cream, trains, ghost-writing b…

Mike Schubert Podcasts

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Professional Talkers

Mike Schubert & Sequoia Simone

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The Newest Olympian

Mike Schubert

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Modern Muckraker

Mike Schubert

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Party of One Podcast

Jeff Stormer

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Mighty Blue On The Appalachian Trail: The Ultimate Mid-Life Crisis

Steve Adams

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473 - The Cryptid Show with Mike Schubert 1:24:00

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197 | The Mark of Athena Ch. 34–36 w/ Michael Hollis (LIVE in Kansas City!) 1:20:10

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BONUS | TNO Live in LA 12/2/25, Charity Update, and Patreon Bonus Ep. Preview! 16:39

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Episode #513 - Lisa Laidlow (High Viz) 58:26

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474 - The Time We Have with Elliot Davis 1:16:38

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Special Episode: Inside the Podcaster's Studio with Alex Flanigan 1:28:33

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Kicking Off Party of One's 10th Anniversary Week: A Quick Thank You 6:22

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Episode #512 - James Dalberto (Nomad) 37:42

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472 - The God of Spite and Violence (Character Creation) with Teddy Ren 1:05:57

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BONUS: Writing an Email 25:09

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196 | The Mark of Athena Ch. 31B–33 w/ Johnny Frohlichstein (LIVE in St. Louis!) 1:51:41

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Episode #511 - The ALDHA Gathering - October 2025 1:30:07

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195 | The Mark of Athena Ch. 29–31A w/ Sherry Guo 1:10:53

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471 - Tapestry with Kaitlin Bruder 1:14:38

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Episode #510 - Ken Posner (Barefoot Ken) 40:33

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470 - Hunt(er/ed) with Cate Osborn 1:19:33

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Having a Difficult Conversation with Your Boss: You Can't Fire Rebecca w/ Elliot Davis 1:00:06

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194 | The Mark of Athena Ch. 27–28 w/ Sequoia Simone 1:16:40

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Episode #509 - Chrissy and Ady Schubert 46:59

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193 | The Mark of Athena Ch. 25–26 w/ Dr. Steven Parra 1:03:22

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469 - For the Queen with Anjali Bhimani 1:07:47

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Episode #508 - Woods Hole Weekend 2025 1:08:36

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Talking to THAT Relative at Thanksgiving: A Pro-Kids Table Podcast w/ Jeffrey Cranor 1:08:11

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192 | The Mark of Athena Ch. 23–24 w/ Wil Williams 1:20:39

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468 - Against Time & Death with Michael Turrentine 1:29:26

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Episode #507 - Glenn Sweitzer (Wanderer) 1:13:47

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191 | The Mark of Athena Ch. 21–22 w/ Paul Caiola 1:22:17