Today we talk with aspiring podcaster Shayla Roundtree! We discuss all the ins and outs of the podcast world, offer her some tips, offer her some equipment... and... hey... wait a minute.... what just happened?? Enjoy!
Mar 13, 2022•21 min
RE: March 2022's featured 3 minute Highlight Episode Attn: Bait and Switch Listeners Subject : Season 3 Episode 8 & 8A - Black Twig Bakery CC: Everyone you know
Mar 10, 2022•3 min
In the second half of our interview with author and publisher, Paul Hoffman, we talk about how journalism has changed over the last 20 years. Also, Paul tells us how he made his way into the publishing business and how it's different from the world of writing. Enjoy!
Mar 06, 2022•30 min
We both read a book about an unsolved mystery in our city, called Murder in Wauwatosa and today we're talking to the author, Paul Hoffman! Paul talks to us about why he wanted to write the book, how he handled writing about such a heavy topic and what it was like researching an unsolved mystery. Enjoy!
Feb 27, 2022•29 min
Each season of the Bait and Switch Podcast features a new announcer to start the show. February's 2022 three minute highlight clip features our season 3 announcer, Bill Finn. After giving it a listen you'll realize why we wanted Bill's distinctive voice to lead in our show.
Feb 24, 2022•3 min
You may ask yourself what is a Consolidated episode? You may find yourself behind the wheel of a large automobile. And you may ask yourself "Well how did I get here"? I ask myself, why do I entertain your strange ramblings. A consolidated episode is one where we take both halves of an old 2 part interview, take out the intro's and outro's and put them together so new listeners can get caught up more quickly. The Bait and Switch Podcast, it's not once in a lifetime, it's once a week.
Feb 21, 2022•50 min
Join us for the conclusion of our interview with "Steve" when we talk with him about the time he's spent in jail and prison. Wait... jail is different than prison? How? What's the food like? Are you always watching your back? Is it exactly like it looks in Shawshank Redemption? Those were some of the many questions we had and maybe you do too! Steve sets us straight and fills us in on all the details during this very candid and very informative interview. Enjoy!
Feb 13, 2022•23 min
We take a more serious tone this week as we talk to our friend- who we refer to as "Steve" - about his history of drunk driving offenses. Steve talks to us candidly about his experiences and also clarifies some things about intoxication laws in Wisconsin. We do our best not to educate our listeners, but sometimes even we can't help it! Enjoy!
Feb 06, 2022•19 min
Emergency Podcast! The Winter Olympics are coming up fast, so we wrangled up a couple of "local Olympians" to chat with. William Christopher and Carl "The Killer" Williamson join us to chat about the sports they'll be partaking in during this next Winter Olympic games... or so we think. Enjoy!
Jan 30, 2022•18 min
This episode, we talk with online dating matchmaker, Kathy Z! Kathy shares some of her dating stories to illustrate some of the trials and tribulations that come along with online dating. Enjoy!
Jan 23, 2022•15 min
Emergency Podcast!! Our favorite sports broadcaster and fellow Tosa East grad, Jeff Grayson joins us to talk Packers football as we preview the upcoming playoff game with the San Francisco 49ers. We know you've been waiting for our valuable insights- they've finally arrived! Enjoy!
Jan 18, 2022•35 min
January 2022's highlight track features TV news anchor Sheldon Dutes. Sheldon left WISN to go work in his home town of Orlando, but before he left he made a memorable appearance on our podcast. Join us mid week for a breakdown of the Packers - 49ers playoff game with Jeff Grayson formerly of Fox Sports.
Jan 17, 2022•3 min
Time travel back to Season 2 for this Consolidated re-release of episode 13. We trim out the music, the intros and outros for the time conscious Bait and Switch newbie that wants to catch up on old episodes. This one features online cookie baker, Maureen Scheuerman. Check out Wickedlywholesome.com! ( Don't include the exclamation point.)
Jan 10, 2022•50 min
Season 5 has arrived! As always, Dave Boll joins us for the season debut and this year, we talk about current events in a way that only the Bait and Switch Podcast can! Enjoy!!
Jan 02, 2022•12 min
Ahoy there, fans! Join us for our season 4 finale and listen in as Dennis McBride, the mayor of our fine city of Wauwatosa, entertains a very interesting real estate proposal.
Dec 26, 2021•7 min
December 2021's Highlight episode features 3 minutes of the time we went to visit another local podcast - Off the Rails. Thanks to the crew for having us on their show!
Dec 24, 2021•3 min
This Season 2 Consolidated episode features Mitch Teich a former host of a WUWM program on WPR which is an affiliate of NPR. He is now working for NCPR on WSLU also a NPR station. Happy Xmas from B&S!
Dec 20, 2021•50 min
Valley Heights Comptroller, Kirsten Thurston joins us today to talk about her role in city government. We tried to get some answers about things like - what exactly is a comptroller? Is it a service job or a paid position? What kind of benefits are included? But... well, let's just say, sometimes things don't go quite according to plan. Enjoy!
Dec 12, 2021•13 min
The Executive Director of the Wisconsin Bike Federation, Kirsten Finn joins us today! We talk with Kirsten about bike safety, the benefits of e-bikes, how scooters fit in with the biking community, the benefits a bike friendly community brings to local businesses and much more! Enjoy!
Dec 05, 2021•29 min
November's Highlight package arrives just a few days late due to Supply Chain issues. It was just off-loaded from a container ship in Long Beach. This episode features a guest who was a little distracted. A message to future guests - Leave your phone at home!
Dec 02, 2021•3 min
This Consolidated episode from Season 2 features Joey Caroti from Cranky's Donuts. We ask him about the doughnut business, to my ear his story is full of holes. You be the judge.
Nov 29, 2021•50 min
Listen in to the second half of our interview with Tim Brennan! We talk to Tim about his influences, his writing process and comedic style, his thoughts on controversial topics in a comedy show and much more! Enjoy!
Nov 21, 2021•27 min
Ever wonder what weight loss, exercise and stand-up comedy all have in common? We never have either, but we stumbled into it while talking with this week's guest, Chicago comedian, Tim Brennan! We also talked with Tim about finding comedic inspiration during the pandemic, why he wanted to get in to comedy, the projects he's working on right now and much more. Listen in and enjoy!
Nov 14, 2021•22 min
In this Behind the Scenes episode, we break down the first 10 episodes of Season 2 to give you a sneak peak at what went wrong, what went right, what we liked and what we didn't. So, claim your backstage pass to find out what we're REALLY thinking... Behind the Scenes! Enjoy!
Nov 08, 2021•26 min
Retired clinical psychologist and alcoholism counselor, Ron Martin joins us this week. We talk to Ron about hard-hitting topics like- what are things really like behind the scenes of the psychologist-psychiatrist rivalry? Okay, okay, there's also something thrown in there about how you can help a friend or loved one if you feel they might be drinking too much and what you can do for a teen you think is heading down the wrong path. Be careful, you might actually learn something this week! We exte...
Oct 31, 2021•29 min
Doctor, author and emeritus professor, Patrick McBride joins us today to talk about his book "The Luckiest Boy in the World". As a teenager in the early 70's, Patrick worked for all 3 professional sports teams here in Wisconsin- the Milwaukee Brewers, the Milwaukee Bucks and the Green Bay Packers. Turns out plenty of stories come out of jobs like that and Patrick shares some of those with us today. What was it like playing catch with Ernie Banks or sitting in the dugout with Ted Williams, or get...
Oct 23, 2021•29 min
October's 2021 Highlights go back to Season 3 Episode 3 with my co-host Jim's kids Theo and Josie. They had been avid listeners to the show and asked to be on. You can also sometimes hear their voices on other intros sprinkled throughout the seasons.
Oct 18, 2021•3 min
Take a trip in the way-back machine, all the way back to season 2 when we talked with our long time friend, Scott Cvecko. By combining parts 1 and 2, we've made it easier than ever for you to just kick back and listen... No waiting, no tense cliffhangers... just relax and enjoy! We talked to Scott about Guitars for Vets, fruits that might disappear, killer deodorant and much more! Enjoy!
Oct 17, 2021•50 min
Our guest, Mike Bavido, has been cast as an extra on several movies throughout the years, including Nothing in Common, Rookie of the Year and Public Enemies. Mike tells us all about what it's like being on the set of a feature film, who you can and can't talk to and what's involved in shooting a scene in a movie. We also get to hear some amusing stories about Mike's encounters with the likes of Tom Hanks, Gary Busey and Christian Bale. Enjoy!
Oct 10, 2021•27 min
Listen in as we talk to former golf-pro turned Mini-golf owner and online instructor, Jimmy "2 Iron" Tescano. Jimmy tells us why he was asked to leave the tour and gives us never before heard tips, including where to aim your shot and the best "club" in your bag. Don't shoot another round of golf until you've heard his advice! Enjoy!
Oct 02, 2021•18 min