24 - The News, Man on the Street at Pigs & Peaches BBQ Fest

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It's another show with no guest, so Art's flying solo!

First, Art debuts a new piece called "Hey, Did You See This in the News?" Then, he goes to the Pigs & Peaches Barbeque Festival and speaks with the vendors in an on-the-street report.

Closing things out is a rare track from Michael Tobias & the Acidic Swamp Band, "The Flow of Time." 22 minutes.

Art's comments: "This is the kind of episode that could prevent me from finding gainful employment in the future. Yes, I wrote all of this stuff myself. Do you think it's wise that I admit it?"

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Links:
Bad Byron's Butt Rub seasoning
97.1 The River classic rock radio
It Works! body wrap
Michael Tobias music

23 - Ale Con podcast panel

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Art, Alex "Da Movie Guy" of 7th Row Center, and Charles McFall of the Bear Crawling Nation podcast network discuss the state of the world of podcasting on a panel at the Ale Con Performing Arts Convention in Atlanta, Georgia, USA. 42 minutes.

Art's comments: "Maybe I came across a little dark in tone, but I think the crowd 'got me.' It was a lot of fun and a big thanks to Three Quarter Ale for having me."

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Links:
Three Quarter Ale
Charles McFall's Bear Crawling Nation podcast network
Alex "Da Movie Guy" Autrey's 7th Row Center movie podcast

22 - Taj Turner, comedian

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First, Art updates you on exciting advancements in his podcasting career, such as being added to the iTunes store for real, joining Stitcher Smart Radio, and most importantly, his first public appearance as a podcasting star (details below)!

Then, rising comedian Taj Turner is welcomed to the studio. Turner shares his amazing story of leaving behind a troubled childhood in Sacramento, California on a Greyhound bus, to running for the Atlanta city council, photography, mixed martial arts, and finally, breaking into the Atlanta comedy scene. He also talks about his new comedy project, The Black Nerd Show. His story of self-reliance and humor is sure to intrigue you. 68 minutes.

Art's comments: "This interview has everything: funny stuff, serious stuff, nonsensical stuff. If I were browsing around for a podcast to download, I would definitely go with this one."

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Taj Turner links:
Taj Comedy.com
The Black Nerd Show
Taj's photography

Ale Con info:
General ALE CON info
Come see Art at ALE CON! Buy tickets here!