Mark 2.0
367 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago -Welcome to Mark 2.0, a dynamic podcast where hosts Mark and Brian dive into captivating conversations with a diverse range of guests. Join us as we connect with renowned actors, musicians, scholars, tech experts, social media stars, and more!
In each episode, we delve into the minds and experiences of iconic stars, as well as emerging artists who are shaping the entertainment industry. But we don't stop there. We're expanding our horizons to explore other fascinating realms, inviting influential scholars and thought leaders who are making waves in popular industries like tech and computers.
Additionally, we'll be bringing on board social media stars who have captivated audiences with their unique perspectives and engaging content.
Whether you're seeking insights into the creative process, the latest advancements in technology, or the impact of social media on society, Mark 2.0 has you covered.
Join us on our YouTube video channel by subscribing today and be part of the enthralling conversations that shape our podcast's vibrant and diverse community.
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Setting Sail with "The Love Boat" Stars Fred Grandy and Ted Lange
July 29, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 43.1 MBWhen it comes to hit TV shows you don't get any bigger than ABC's "The Love Boat" which included regular cast members Fred Grandy as Chief Purser "Gopher" Smith and Ted Lange as Bartender "Isaac Washington". Tune in to hear stories about some of the biggest names in Hollywood, everyone from Gene Kelly and Greer Garson, Tom Hanks and Ethel Merman, Martin Short, Vincent Price and several others. We also find out about Fred and Ted's inspiring journey in life. This ground breaking show led to...
From The Stage to TV and Films With Emmy Award Winning Actor Gordon Clapp
July 20, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 43.3 MBNot many actors have accomplished what our next guest has accomplished. You remember him as Detective Greg Medavoy on the hit series NYPD Blue but his career goes far beyond that long running hit show. He has guest appeared in episodes of Dear John, Night Court, The Wonder Years, Cop Rock, Cheers, Wings, Damages, The Outer Limits, and countless other shows. He also appeared in movies like Eight Men Out, Flags of Our Fathers, The Game Plan and countless others. He is also an accomplished...
Simon Toulson-Clarke of Red Box
July 14, 2022 14:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MBOnce again the Mark 2.0 has produced another hit podcast episode with our guest Musician Simon Toulson-Clarke the lead singer and one of the founders of the group Red Box which scored two top ten hits with "Lean on Me (ah-li ayo)" and "For America" on their debut Album "The Circle & The Square" Simon went on to produce 3 other albums with Red Box. "Motive" which came out in 1990, "Plenty" which came out in 2010 and "Chase The Setting Sun" in 2019. The band continues making music, touring ...
In Depth With Chrystee Pharris
July 07, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MBOn Mark 2.0 we don't play off a script, we have conversations with our guests. This latest episode with actor Chrystee Pharris is a great example of that. We talk about her time growing up, her work in the entertainment industry both in front of the camera and off. Chrystee shares some of her innermost thoughts on many of the issues that are current....we talk about faith, relationships, hot button issues that can be contentious. Chrystee also shares her unique experiences and the tr...
Slap Shot Goalie Denis Lemieux
July 04, 2022 01:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBSlap Shot's star goalie 'Denis Lemieux', Québec actor Yvon Barrette Joins Us... Veteran Québec actor Yvon Barrette joins the conversation to talk about his role in 1977's hit hockey movie Slap Shot. We also talk about his years as a French Canadian actor working on films and on stage. We even touch on Yvon's cedar mill. Of course there are lots of great anecdotes from the movie, about Paul Newman and how the movie was received and the impact it has had on Yvon's life. As always, lik...
Kim Carson's Radio Evolution
June 29, 2022 16:00 - 54 minutes - 37.2 MBOur next guest is one of the most accomplished radio personalities around. She was the first full-time female on air personality at several of the radio stations she worked at. She has worked in countless cities across the U.S. both smaller and larger markets. She has hosted a night time love songs show called "The Quiet Storm" and has also hosted an inspirational nighttime show called "Faith Hope and Love Songs." While very well travelled, as most radio personalities are, she has called...
The Hue and Cry Experience With Greg Kane
June 27, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MBWith all the great music artists we have had on already Mark 2.0 is only getting better and better. Today we had the pleasure of interviewing pop and jazz icon Greg Kane, of the Scottish pop Duo "Hue and Cry". They splashed onto the music scene with "Labour of Love back 1987 and never looked back. They have produced many great singles including: "Labour of Love" "I Refuse", "Looking For Linda", "Violently", "Fireball" and countless others. They have 14 studio albums, and are currently ...
Jim "The Rookie" Morris
June 23, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MBBaseball players are known for having great stories to tell, and our guest Jim 'The Rookie' Morris is no exception. Listen in to hear about his time in baseball, from his childhood to being a 1st round (4th overall) draft pick of the Milwaukie Brewers. You'll hear Jim talk about the devastating arm injuries that forced him to hang up his cleats just a couple years into his pro career and about his time as a high school physics teacher and baseball coach. You'll also hear about his spect...
Introducing "Jennifer Jowett". From educator to author and everything in between.
June 22, 2022 20:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MBJoin us as we talk to Mark's 8th Grade teacher Jennifer Jowett also known as Jennifer Guyor Jowett. She is still teaching, currently at the 7th grade level in Lansing Michigan and is an accomplished author now. Her Self Published book titled "Into The Shadows" follows the journey of a Jugoslavijan girl named Vesna and her family during World War II. We chat about the book, her teaching career and other important issues in today's world. You don't want to miss this episode. As always make...
Recap, Coming Attractions and Happy Father's Day
June 20, 2022 05:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MBWe wanted to come on and wish everyone a Happy Fathers Day, recap our recent guests and talk about coming attractions. We will be posting our guests websites and we encourage you to buy a CD, shirt, any other merchandise, check out their tour dates, follow them on social media, you name it. Also make sure to subscribe to Chesney Hawke's new podcast Ferguson Harrington Hawkes. Ferguson Harrington Hawkes YouTube page https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6m0rF-8YpNssUGFhAjRnWQ Ferguson Harring...
The One and Only Chesney Hawkes
June 14, 2022 11:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBOur next guest Chesney Hawkes comes from a music family. His dad Len "Chip" Hawkes was in the iconic band The Tremeloes, his sister Keely is a singer/songwriter and his brother Jodie is a drummer. Chesney's hit song The One and Only became a smash hit reaching the top of the charts in the UK at the same time he was Starring in the film Buddy's Song, a film that the song was featured in. The song was also featured in the hit Michael J Fox Film Doc Hollywood and it reached 10 on the U.S. C...
Jared Lord "The Saigon Experience"
June 09, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBWe are all sick of politics so what better than to interview a guy who ran as a libertarian for governor of Nevada and then moved on to something far greater. Jared Lord joins us on the podcast to tell us about his move to Saigon Vietnam where he is now teaching English to students, is now married and enjoying his life. Join us as Jared gives us the full Saigon experience. Look for more great podcasts and check out our latest podcast episodes we are on YouTube, all audio platforms under Ma...
Viv Leacock
June 02, 2022 00:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MBViv Leacock is an amazing actor who has an IMDB Resume a mile long. He's had prominent roles in movies like "I Spy" with Eddie Murphy but is now best known for his work on The Hallmark Channel's monster hit "When Calls The Heart", a show with such a devoted following that fans of the show refer to themselves as Hearties. Move over Trekkies and Trekkers. Viv joined the show in season eight and plays Joseph Canfield. Joseph's children are played by Viv's actual children Elias and Vienna ...
Chadwick Bacon
May 26, 2022 08:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBPastor Chadwick Bacon of New Life Community Church West Lakeview in Chicago joins us on the Mark 2.0 podcast to talk about the work his church is doing in spreading God's word using a community based approach to ministry. He shares both his experiences and some personal insight into his calling as well as the challenges of Pastoring a congregation through the past two years with all the health related restrictions. Stay tuned to the Mark 2.0 podcast by subscribing on your preferred channe...
Mark 2.0 Promo
May 21, 2022 02:00 - 50 seconds - 610 KBMark 2.0 Promo with Richard Leacock. With our podcast we bring on a broad spectrum of guests from all different walks of life. One week you may see a super bowl winning quarterback, another week a scholar, a teacher, or one of the best actors in the business like Richard. You are not going to find a podcast like this one out there. Much love to Richard and my Co Host Gordon and to all the previous guests, future guests and listeners out there.
Richard Leacock
May 20, 2022 00:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MBToday Gordon and I have the pleasure of interviewing Richard Leacock an actor who got his start in the TV show 21 Jump Street. Some would say that this show was the Jump start to his career. He went on to have guest appearances in The Comish, Sliders, Stargate SG1, The Dead Zone and a ton of other shows. He starred in the iconic movie "Slam Dunk Ernest" with Jim Varney, and also starred in the TV series Doc as Officer Nate Jackson. Another great film he was in was in Gordon's favorite movie...
The Food Professor
May 19, 2022 00:00 - 32 minutes - 22 MBDr. Sylvain Charlebois, Senior Director, Agri-Food Analytics Lab at Dalhousie University, talks about the challenges facing both North America and the world. Covid,, the war between Russia and Ukraine, escalating energy costs...all this and more is creating a perfect storm that is impacting everyone right now. Sylvain gives his expert insight into what may be coming as well as possible solutions. Interestingly he mentions the potential for China to step in and fill the void, along with ...
Cameron Arnett
May 12, 2022 19:00 - 40 minutes - 27.9 MBIntroducing Cameron Arnett Join us as we talk with Cameron about his career in Hollywood, appearing in shows like Star Trek TNG, Doogie Howser, China Beach, The Equalizer and many more including network movies of the week. Learn how he heard God calling him to go in another direction and why he decided to choose "Christ Over Career". His journey has led him to appearing in some amazing faith based films, including an incredible performance in the Kendrick Brothers film "Overcomer" as wel...
Bill Barkeley's Amazing Life and Journey
May 11, 2022 12:00 - 47 minutes - 32.3 MBPrepare to be inspired, Bill Barkeley's story is both enlightening and moving. Bill has an enormous capacity to encourage anyone. Regardless of the challenges one faces, and we all face challenges, Bill uses his life journey to motivate others, teaching everyone about living a life that is not just significant and meaningful but a life that can also impact others in a positive way. He started to lose his hearing around the age of five and he learned to make his way in the world using a...
Tommy Doles Gridiron Redemption
May 06, 2022 20:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBJoin with us as we chat with Tommy Doles. Just 26 years of age but already with a lifetime of experiences. From high school football stardom and a Michigan state championship with Grand Rapids Christian, to a college career at Northwestern in the Big 10 as a 6'4" 300 pound lineman. From there Tommy went on to try outs with both the Chicago Bears and Atlanta Falcons. His love of football took him across the Atlantic where he played professionally in France until Covid came along and put...
Charlene
May 04, 2022 18:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBJoin us for a trip down memory lane with the singer of one of 1982's biggest songs, the worldwide smash hit: ♫ I've Never Been to Me ♫ Charlene takes us on her journey, the ups and downs and the experience of being a mega super star and then never being able to recapture that incredible success. Find out what she's doing now and how she's still reaching for that brass ring.
Jack Doles
April 27, 2022 20:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBIf you have watched the Olympics or Olympic highlights in the United States, chances are you have recognized our next guest reporting from the Olympic games throughout the years. Legendary sports director Jack Doles of Wood TV 8 in Grand Rapids Michigan, joins us on the podcast to discuss The Olympics, Michigan sports, inspiring interviews he has conducted and more. You do not want to miss this podcast episode with one of the best to cover the world of sports. If you like this podcast epis...
Derek McGrath- The actor everyone knows from all the biggest shows.
April 23, 2022 01:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MBSit back and enjoy, Derek McGrath has been in so many of TVs biggest hit shows with recurring roles on such blockbuster hits as Cheers, Dallas, The Golden Girls, Newhart, Growing Pains. Star of My Secret Identity, and Doc. His more recent credits include Kim's Convenience, The Good Doctor and too many to list them all. He might even have been involved in Blood Brothers, We're not quite sure on that one though. Here is his IMDb page so you can check out the many shows and films he has bee...
Brad Johnson- Big Bad Brad
April 21, 2022 01:00 - 32 minutes - 22 MBNFL Super Bowl winner, 2 time pro bowler, 15 year NFL quarterback, basketball star and now master trick shot artist Brad Johnson AKA Big Bad Brad comes on the podcast to discuss his career, his trick shots, his charity and his life after the game. You don't want to miss this fun filled podcast with one of the best to play the game. Here is the website where you can buy his Big Bad Brad gear. https://www.cafepress.com/bigbadbrad14 All proceeds from his website sales goes to charity.
Owen Paul
April 13, 2022 16:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBHe had a major hit in the 80s with My Favourite Waste of Time, played a leading role in a highly successful musical production, for over 10 years he ran a West End theatre in London's Leicester Square (which was home to the Boy George musical Taboo), toured Europe and the UK with Mike and The Mechanics and Phil Collins. The very talented Owen Paul joins me on Mark 2.0. Nowadays you will find him making the style of music that he really enjoys. You can find his music on all streaming platform...
Dave's Archives Joins Mark 2.0
April 08, 2022 06:00 - 2 hours - 91 MBJoin us for a special primetime Mark 2.0 podcast where we discuss all things retro from the 80s and 90s with Dave from Dave's Archives YouTube Channel. You don't want to miss this nostalgic 2 hour tour down memory lane. Make sure to check out Dave's YouTube Channel www.davesarchives.com where he livestreams Friday nights while showing nostalgic commercials from the 80s, 90s and early 2000s. He also has other great videos of commercials and video editing on his channel too. Look for more gr...
Taco Still Puttin' On The Ritz All Over The World
March 30, 2022 20:00 - 55 minutes - 37.9 MBJoin Mark and Gordon as we talk to 80s Pop Sensation Taco who took the world by storm with his mega hit 'Puttin' On The Ritz' as he talks about a lifetime journey that started with being born in Indonesia and extended all over the world. Taco talks about his life in the entertainment industry, what he's done and what is still to come. Look for more podcasts on Mark 2.0 to come out every Wednesday and Thursday. Make sure to subscribe to Taco's channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnR...
The Weekend Guy's Journey
March 24, 2022 20:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MBJoin us as we talk to Vince Grittani, aka "The Weekend Guy" of Cottage Life TV. Vince takes us on a journey starting with his time growing up in Toronto, to Los Angeles to Muskoka now to his current home in Cape Breton Island Nova Scotia where he lives on a property overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Vince is an accomplished writer, director, screenplay writer, TV personality and so much more. Name drops include Catherine O'Hara, Martin Short, Goldie Hawn, Kurt Douglas, Shannon Tweed and mor...
Vince Grittani
March 24, 2022 20:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MBJoin us as we talk to Vince Grittani, aka "The Weekend Guy" of Cottage Life TV. Vince takes us on a journey starting with his time growing up in Toronto, to Los Angeles to Muskoka now to his current home in Cape Breton Island Nova Scotia where he lives on a property overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Vince is an accomplished writer, director, screenplay writer, TV personality and so much more. Name drops include Catherine O'Hara, Martin Short, Goldie Hawn, Kurt Douglas, Shannon Tweed and mor...
From My Backyard To The Rest Of The World
March 17, 2022 04:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBMy Co-Host Gordon joins me on the podcast to talk about sports, current events and great things that are in store for the Mark 2.0 Podcast. Look for some great guests coming up in the near future.
My Journey
March 10, 2022 00:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBOn todays podcast I talk about my inspiring life journey and how I was able to go out and accomplish many of the things I wanted to accomplish in life. Look for more inspiring podcasts to come in the future. In my opinion everyone has a fascinating story to share and that is one of the reasons why i do these podcasts is to encourage and enlighten others.
Julie Wentz Freedom Healthcare
March 02, 2022 23:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBJulie Wentz of Freedom Healthcare joins Gordon and I on the podcast and explains in detail the new medical system that they are creating in Arizona with Freedom Healthcare. You can donate at https://freedom-healthcare.us to help with all the cost involved with getting Freedom Healthcare up and running.
Life Experiences, Travel and Tourism
February 25, 2022 02:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MBGordon Cawsey of Brighton Ontario and Ian Ball of Montreal come on the podcast and we share our life experiences, travel stories and tourism. You don't want to miss this podcast.
Olympics
February 14, 2022 03:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MBWhen so many people were telling you to boycott these Olympic games I wanted to make sure to tune in and support the athletes that trained so hard to represent their countries. I have always been a die hard fan of these Olympics and these games did not disappoint. Much love to all the athletes who participated and gave their all.
Olympics and Freedom
February 14, 2022 03:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MBWhen everyone from all different spectrums of life are telling you to boycott these Olympics I decided to tune in to support the athletes but to see what is really going on in these games. Since most of my listeners are probably not tuning into the Olympics I tuned in to observe and report on what I observed. I also talk about freedom on this podcast and taking a stand. You don't want to miss this podcast.
Trucker Convoy Canada
February 10, 2022 02:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBIan in Montreal, who was at Ottawa the past few weekends for the truckers convoy there and Gordon in Brighton Ontario comes on the podcast to talk about the convoy. With all the misinformation being spread by mainstream media it is so nice to get a report from someone who was there to explain what is really going on there. You don't want to miss this episode.
Canada Unites For Humanity
February 10, 2022 02:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBIan in Montreal, and Gordon in Brighton Ontario comes on the podcast to talk about the what is currently happening in Canada . It is so refreshing to get a report from two guys who live in Canada to explain what is really going on there. You don't want to miss this episode.
Allegedly Dave
February 03, 2022 19:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBAllegedly Dave (Dave Murphy) comes on the podcast with my solutions expert Todd to discuss the vastly changing world since COVID 19, Check out Dave's webiste www.allegedlydave.com and you can also find him on Bitchute and Odysee under Allegedly Dave and on youtube he is under dmurphy25
Quebec
January 27, 2022 02:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBElizabeth Leduc in Gatineau and Ian Ball in Montreal come on the podcast and they talk about what is like right now in Quebec You don't want to miss this episode.
Spreading The Gospel Message and providing hope In the COVID Era.
January 21, 2022 17:00 - 53 minutes - 36.4 MBDr. Aaron Rock, Pastor of Harvest Bible Church in Windsor and Gordon Cawsey come on the podcast and we discuss what is going on in our world and how to spread the gospel message with the current state that our society is in.
Spreading The Gospel Message In A Fearful, Secular and Hostile World
January 21, 2022 17:00 - 53 minutes - 36.4 MBDr. Aaron Rock, Pastor of Harvest Bible Church in Windsor and Gordon Cawsey come on the podcast and we discuss what is going on in our world and how to spread the gospel message with the current state that our society is in.
Know Your Rights and Continue To Fight
January 15, 2022 20:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBKnow Your Rights and continue to fight in this chaotic world.
We all play a crucial role in this world
January 15, 2022 20:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBWe all have rights and play a crucial role in this world.
Insights From Intelligent Minds
January 08, 2022 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBShannon in the Tucson area and Gordon up in Brighton Ontario chime in on the latest events going on in the world.
The Three Ring COVID Circus
January 08, 2022 04:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBToday was the Supreme Court Hearing for Biden's Vaccine mandate and it was a three ring circus filled with lies. Tune in to the podcast where we break down the Supreme Court hearing and chime in on what is going on in our neck of the woods. You don't want to miss this episode of the Mark 2.0 Podcast.
Common Sense and Facts
December 23, 2021 04:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBMerry Christmas and Happy New Year to all of my wonderful listeners. On today's podcast we talk Common Sense and Facts with our solutions expert Todd, Ian in Montreal and Gordon in Ontario. You don't want to miss this encouraging podcast. If you are listening to this podcast than I must congratulate you on standing against the biggest con that we have ever seen in our lifetime.
The Current Situation In Ontario
December 13, 2021 18:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBGordon comes on the podcast and talks about what is going on in Ontario. He also talks about Dr. Robert Malone's latest video which is a must see. Here is the video. Billions Of People Are Affected By This & They Don't Realize It | Dr. Robert Malone 2021 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=INHpQL9fgto
Ontario "Officially In A Pandemic of the Vaccinated"
December 13, 2021 18:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBGordon comes on the podcast and talks about what is going on in Ontario and how it has officially become a pandemic of the Vaccinated there. He also talks about Dr. Robert Malone's latest video which is a must see. Here is the video. Billions Of People Are Affected By This & They Don't Realize It | Dr. Robert Malone 2021 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=INHpQL9fgto
My Thoughts
December 06, 2021 18:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBI share my thoughts on this enlightening podcast episode