16 - Doug Steele, guitarist for Alarum

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Is Chaz Bono's sex change bringing about the end times? It's "The Politically Incorrect Minute" as Art ponders the possibility when he recounts a discussion with a Buy Gold kiosk operator at the mall.

Next, Doug Steele returns to talk about his new job as guitarist for the progressive metal band Alarum and their upcoming Australian and European tours. 49 minutes.

Art's comments: "I would swear this show is getting better and better. Doug has been one of the most popular guests so far and he doesn't disappoint this go-around, either. His story of achieving his dream in his 40's is pretty inspiring."

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Doug Steele links:
Alarum.com
Doug on YouTube
Learn Shred Guitar.com
DougFCKNSteele.com

15 - Dulcé Sloan, comedian

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Art declares a college degree worthless after having to pay $4 to park at his alma mater, when as an alumni, he's sure it should be free.

Guest is quickly rising Atlanta comedian Dulcé Sloan. Sloan and Art discuss Sloan's rapid rise in the burgeoning Atlanta comedy scene, whether or not there is such a thing as "talking black," and opening for big-name comedians like Greg Proops and Bobcat Goldthwait. 65 minutes. NOTE: Explicit language.

Art's comments: "Dulcé impressed me with her strong stage presence and confidence when I saw her open for Bobcat Goldthwait in January. The sputtering and stammering I do during the interview drives me insane, but oh, well, in spite of me, this may still be a 'keeper' as one of Dulcé's first interviews ever, after she gets her hit sitcom."

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Dulcé Sloan links:
Profile at Rooftop Comedy.com
Original videos, including "Sh*t Angry Black Women Say"
Dulcé Sloan.com

14 - Dan Campbell, progressive rock/country violinist

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Art talks about re-Tweets (or as he likes to call them, "Twitter endorsements") he's gotten from Washington, D.C. power players. Yes!

The guest is Dan Campbell, a progressive rock/country violinist who has traveled the world with country recording artist Buddy Jewell, among others. He talks about his journey from playing frat parties in Alabama with his jam/prog band, Iratowns, to performing in Italy, China and Iraq as a country music pro. The Iratowns song "Green Man" from their 1998 CD A Series of Clicks and Whistles is included. 40 minutes.

Art's comments: "I hope people will realize that if my Tweets are good enough for Paul Begala, they should be more than good enough for them. As for Dan, what can you say? He makes the magic happen!"

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NOTE: This interview was conducted by phone and partially recorded with Google Voice, so there are some flaws in the audio. Do not adjust your sets, remove your earbuds, or destroy your MP3 player.

Dan Campbell links:
Buddy Jewell on Amazon.com
With Frank Zappa tribute band, Bogus Pomp

13 - Riffguy, YouTube guitar star

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Art talks about the Jane's Addiction concert he saw the preceding week, his very brief meeting with Perry Farrell, and how the show exceeded his expectations.

The guest is YouTube guitar star, Riffguy. Riffguy shares a taste of his extraordinary guitar skills and talks about how he acquired them, his RGM signature guitar from King Blossom Guitars, and life as a YouTube celebrity. 49 minutes.

Art's comments: "I've been looking forward to this interview ever since I started the podcast. After you listen to this guy play, you can puzzle with me over how he can get 5 million YouTube views, and yet be missed by apparently everyone in the music business. Hey, Judas Priest: I've got your K.K. Downing replacement right here!"

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Riffguy links:
The YouTube page, where it all started
Riffguy on ReverbNation (music for sale)
Riffguy King Blossom signature guitar
Riffguy on $199 guitar and amp package

12 - Hard Rock Chick, discussion of Regular Guys mention

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Art talks about the recent spotlight the show received from the Regular Guys radio show in Atlanta. He also reads a listener letter from Poland.

The guest is Hard Rock Chick of HardRockChick.com. She brings Art up to speed on music since 1992, and talks about going to Clive Davis' Grammy party shortly after the death of Whitney Houston. 68 mins.

Art's comments: "My old Regular Guys story might run a little long, but it was definitely one of the most exciting days of my life. Hard Rock Chick is good natured about putting up with me. She's like Martha Quinn and Rikki Rachtman rolled into one."

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Links:
Art's freelance writing archive (partial), Regular Guys press release

Hard Rock Chick links:
HardRockChick.com
Hard Rock Chick at the Grammy's

11 - Vinny Bucci, comedian, Regular Guys radio show intern

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Vinny Bucci, a.k.a. "The Booch," of Rock 100.5's Regular Guys morning show, visits Art in the studio. Booch discusses his journey from being turned away from open mic nights to becoming a regular feature on a top-rated, large market morning radio show. Only one glitch -- Booch was confronted by the police and suspected of planning a bank robbery before he could get to the studio! (Details inside.) He also discusses an embarrassing thing he did to curry the favor of a big-name comic, discovering a close friend's bisexuality, and whether or not he has, or would, do fellow intern Brandi. (Details also inside.) 57 minutes. NOTE: Explicit language.

Art's comments: "Despite how he may sometimes be portrayed on the Regular Guys show, the Booch is a really sharp guy, and though it may sound hokey to say it, he's also super nice. He has never heard of the band Anthrax, however, and that makes me feel old."

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Vinny Bucci links:
Follow Vinny on Twitter
Booch on the Regular Guys (UStream.tv)
Bucci standup

** NEW! This interview discussed on the Regular Guys show. VIDEO. **

10 - David Paul, radio legend

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"Off the Wall with David Paul" burned brightly on WSB-AM in Atlanta, Georgia from the late 1980's to mid-1990's, and its namesake became a legend of talk radio. David Paul now joins Art via Skype to discuss highlights of his career, including being punched in the mouth by "Skinny" Bobby Harper during his show, naked weather ladies, and walking off the air at WGST after only 30 seconds. You will also learn about his latest project, Cartersville UNCUT. Stay tuned for his pitch for the morning show at 92.9 Dave-FM at the end (hey, Mr. Dave-FM PD - Paul says e-mail him at Cartersville UNCUT)! Prior to all of this, Art airs some thoughts on the online piracy act currently before Congress. 49 minutes.

Art's comments: "As America's Favorite Talk Show Host, I doff my cap to the giants of the format, and David Paul is one of those. After appearing on this show, he can say he's finally experienced something more humiliating than being punched by 'Skinny' Bobby Harper."

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David Paul links:
"Bad Attitude Brings Success On Radio" (Orlando Sentinel)
Cartersville UNCUT YouTube and Facebook

9 - Tom Bonnett, Microsoft Bing Xtra Normal Film Fest winner

Tom Bonnett's cat

Where has Art been? Contemplating how to please the whole world and be everything to everybody. He discusses how Edward Van Halen inspired him out of this futile activity.

Tom Bonnett is the guest. Bonnett won the Microsft Xtra Normal Film Fest, besting thousands of hopeful entrants with his piece called "Decision Man." 38 minutes.

Art's comments: "A nicely-done show to inaugurate 2012."

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Tom Bonnett links:
Decision Man
Stand-up videos, etc.

Social media articles:
Netflix becoming a network (Time.com)
Facebook gets cops fired, causes divorces (Time.com)