A Shaggy Life
66 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 days ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThe groovy personal journal of Shaggs aka Curtis D. Tucker, That Sneaker Wearing, Entrepreneurial, 70s Buzz Guy and his adventures in entrepreneurship, media, art, parenting, music, Jeeps and life. Being an entrepreneur since 1999 he has flown with the USAF Thunderbirds, interviewed Garth Brooks, acted with Jake Gyllenhaal, chased tornadoes and is building the Shaggy Duck brand from small-town Oklahoma. Projects in the works include paintings, a 70s book, a clothing line, blogging, podcasting and remembering the 70s.
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My 70s Neighborhood On Google Maps
April 18, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBHey 70s Shaggyheads! Here's a really fun episode that mixes the podcast with a visual of my old neighborhood om Google Maps! This is most likely one episode you are going to want to watch rather than just listen to. Go to YouTube.com/@curtistucker or CurtisTucker.com and you will be able to watch this episode. I basically take you on a ride down W. Broadway and point out all of the fun places we hung out in the 70s. There were five of us living on W. Broadway and we'd go from one house to ...
Eclipse Virgins
April 11, 2024 14:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBBONUS EPISODE! Hey Shaggheads! I just realized that I had never done a podcast episode about my first eclipse and what it was like to be at totality. Todd and I had done an episode on BuzzHead Radio talking about our experience as eclipse virgins. If you had not heard that episode here it is. We also talk about looking forward to the 2024 eclipse which is a little funny. I am embedding this file on CurtisTucker.com with the blog post about our trip. #eclipse #eclipsechasers #eclipsevirgins ...
I'm An Official Eclipse Chaser!
April 11, 2024 05:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBWhelp, I guess once you go chasing two different eclipses seven years apart you could be considered an eclipse chaser. A person who chases eclipses is known as a umbraphile, meaning shadow lover. Umbraphiles often travel for eclipses and use various tools to help view the sun including solar viewers also known as eclipse glasses, as well as telescopes. I was totally oblivious to chasing an eclipse and what the zone of totality was until 2017. After I started reading about the stories people...
My Top 20 Favorite Movies From the 70s
April 04, 2024 05:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBSeeing a good movie in the 70s had a pretty long lasting impression on me as a young buckaroo. This is my Top 20 list of those movies that left really great memories. These are not the best movies from the 1970s, but these are my favorites and the ones that were released at memorable moments in my life. I actually saw these first 10 films at a movie theater in the 70s so all of these were before college. Support the show
My Groovy House From 1974-78
March 28, 2024 05:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBThis is the story about the yellow rent house we lived in from about 1974 to 1978. That would have been from sixth grade through ninth grade covering my entire junior high years. I created dozens of great childhood memories while living in this two story home. It’s where I was living when I met my best friend Stayton. It made me one of the five Broadway boys which all lived on W. Broadway. 1902 W. Broadway wasn’t that special as far as a rental house was concerned but it sure has a million ...
Longevity: Living To Be 102
March 22, 2024 05:00 - 49 minutes - 34 MBHey Shaggheads! Ever thought about how long you want to live? I've decided I have enough things going on I'm going to live to be 102 years old! How am I going to do it? I have a plan! Check out these 15 healthy habits that are key to longevity. When you hit 60 years old and lose your parents you start thinking about weird things like this. Listen to this episode and start early! I promise you won't regret it! Support the show
Being A Movie Extra In Twisters
February 22, 2024 07:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBHey Shaggheads! I recently took part in the filming of another movie. This was my fifth movie and by far the biggest. Twisters will be a $200 million blockbuster film to be released on July 12, 2024. Learn what it’s like to be an extra in huge film and what happens behind the scenes. I filmed with Daisy Edgar-Jones, Anthony Ramos and Glen Powell. We filmed a tornado destruction scene in Chickasha, Oklahoma. It was a three block set and filming lasted an entire day. Enjoy! #movieextra #twiste...
A Tale of Losing My iPhone, License & Money
September 08, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.1 MBHey Shaggheads! Listen to my tale of losing my iPhone and wallet in the river and then how they ended up being stolen. Learn safety tips for going on vacation, what to do if everything is stolen and how to get on an airplane with no identity. #stoleniphone #saltriverfloating #cautionarytale Support the show
Our LaLaLand & Tesla Adventure
March 23, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 43.1 MBMy wife and I went on a spur of the moment adventure to Los Angeles over the weekend to see our daughter pom at the women's March Madness. We decided to go on the adventure less than 12 hours before we had to leave for the airport. No plans, no idea what we were going to do. It ended up being a fun adventure in LA getting to see Hollywood, Beverly Hills, UCLA and March Madness. But not all is gold in California! Listen to the tale that was spun just trying to get our Tesla recharged. OMG! Co...
20 Life Changes For 2023
January 02, 2023 05:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBChange can be good! Making the right changes can also be a positive thing for most people. I ended this last year slowly getting some things ready for upcoming changes. Here is my list of 20 things I intend on changing this year. This is not a list of goals or resolutions for 2023. This is a set of changes I will make for this year. Some of these I have already begun and some will not get done until I’m further into the year. My hope is that these changes will improve the way I work and ge...
20 Bits of Wisdom from a 60 year old
December 20, 2022 06:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBI’m writing this on the eve of my 60th birthday. At 60 years of age I figure I should have learned a thing or two about life. Here’s my quick list of 20 bits of wisdom I have acquired over the last few decades. Support the show
20 Reasons Why Vinyl Music Is Cooler Than Digital
September 13, 2022 03:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBCheck out my 20 reasons why vintage vinyl music is so much cooler than modern digital music. Vinyl is making a comeback and reminds us of why we enjoyed it so much in the 1970s. Get out your old vinyl records, fire up the turntable and let's spin some great 70s memories. Support the show
2,500 Sunrises & 10,000 Photos Later
September 06, 2022 03:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MBThe seven or so years since I started my outdoor treks are equal to 2,648 days. I figure I’ve been out on the trail and witnessed around 2,500 sunrises. Out of those sunrises I figure I’ve photographed 2,000 of them. Each sunrise comes in several phases so I take a minimum of five photos for each sunrise. By September of 2022 I believe I have around 10,000 great Enid sunrise pics. Support the show
Winning The KATT Calendar Contest Twice
August 21, 2022 03:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBHere's the tale of how I won the KATT Calendar Contest in 1989 and 1991. Rock 100.5 the KATT is the largest rock station in Oklahoma and they held an annual contest to find a design for their promotional poster each year. I came up with clues to the names of 100 rock bands on both designs that I won. Here's the story. Support the show
My Top Coming Of Age Movies
August 12, 2022 04:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MBI originally wrote this list in 2009 on my daddy 70s blog. It was my Top 10 Coming Of Age Movies. Since the blog post was written I've come across many more great films so the list is now at 26. Check out my quick rundown on the best coming of age movies. Support the show
Drones, Maverick, Vodka... Anniversary!
July 26, 2022 05:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MBHey Shaggheads! I'm back with a new episode to talk about getting a drone pilots license, hitting Tulsa for my 24th wedding anniversary, seeing the movie Maverick, drinking vodka and two kinds of Thunderbirds. Support the show
The Banana Seat Squad
July 06, 2022 04:00 - 50 minutes - 34.9 MBThis episode reveals the true life characters and reasons why I am writing a book about the 70s called The Banana Seat Squad. I give some background on Enid, our neighborhood and each one of our gang of five. The dream is that this book will one day become a movie. Listen to the backstory of the book! Support the show
Best Friends Since 1974
June 20, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 51.6 MBFate and sixth grade landed us both in the same place in 1974. Fast friends from almost day one, Stayton and I get together to talk about the beginning of our almost 50 year friendship. Listen in as we discuss the gang of five from W. Broadway in Enid, Oklahoma. This episode reveals how we met and only scratches the surface of the first few years of our growing up together. Support the show
A 15,000 Mile Journey
June 10, 2022 03:00 - 52 minutes - 35.9 MBI've been walking the Enid Trail system outdoors since June of 2015. In 7 years I've put in at least 15,000 miles. That early morning routine has opened doors for better health, a sunrise photo collection, countless podcast episodes and many, many idea inspirations. Listen up as I tell the tale of a 15,00 mile journey that continues today! Support the show
10 Things I've Acquired A Taste For
June 03, 2022 04:00 - 46 minutes - 31.7 MBIn 2010 at the age of 48 I wrote a blog post about 10 things I had acquired a taste for and 10 things I had not acquired a taste for. Here's the list with updated changes for the year 2022 at the age of 59. See what I most likely will never acquire a taste for. #acquiredtastes Support the show
Our Disney World Adventure
May 27, 2022 14:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MBThe girls are home for the summer so it was time for a BIG family vacation. We packed up and flew to Disney World for a six day stay and did four Disney parks in four days. Here are some insights into a Disney vacation if you are planning one in the future. There's a little info on each park and I discuss how I was able to get work done even while on vacation. Be sure and catch the video on YouTube that will go with this podcast. It's a quick visual tour of Disney World. Enjoy! Support the ...
My Must Have 100 Song Playlist
May 10, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 62.4 MBIf you could only listen to 100 songs for the rest of your life and no others, could you come up with a list? I did! Here is my 100 song playlist of music I couldn't live without. Not all of the songs are the best or even my favorite, but they all mean something and take me back to another moment in time. Listen up and you might even discover a cool tune you've never heard. Support the show
My Interview With Garth Brooks
April 29, 2022 03:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBMy first real interview with someone well known just happened to be Garth Brooks! Listen to the background story of how it happened and then listen to the actual interview. Owning a media company sure has its perks and this one turned out to be big! Enjoy the show! Support the show
Chasing Tornadoes In Oklahoma
April 22, 2022 03:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MBA big part of living in Oklahoma is avoiding tornadoes or in some cases chasing tornadoes! On Thursday, May 18, 2017 I was able to ride along with KFOR Storm Tracker Mike Bennett, who tracks storms for Channel 4 and has a storm chasing truck with all of the storm warning bells and whistles. Here are a few of my accounts with Oklahoma tornadoes. Support the show
25 Interesting Things About Shaggs
April 15, 2022 05:00 - 47 minutes - 32.5 MBHere's a fun episode. Get to know me a little better as I divulge 25 interesting things about myself. Hopefully I can encourage you to share interesting things about yourself. Find out about places I've gone and things that I've done. I've crossed off lots of Bucket List items. Enjoy! Support the show
You Must Experience The Path Of Totality
April 08, 2022 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBThe next total eclipse of the sun will happen on April 8, 2024. The path of totality is the area that goes completely dark during the eclipse. I experienced that path in 2017 and will chase it in 2024 and again in 2045, God willing. I can personally say it is a life changing event and something you don't want to miss. Hear my experience on this episode. Support the show
You Must Experience The Path Of Totality
April 08, 2022 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBThe next total eclipse of the sun will happen on April 8, 2024. The path of totality is the area that goes completely dark during the eclipse. I experienced that path in 2017 and will chase it in 2024 and again in 2045, God willing. I can personally say it is a life changing event and something you don't want to miss. Hear my experience on this episode. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=27202929)
100 Memories of Growing Up in the 70s
April 01, 2022 03:00 - 56 minutes - 38.6 MBHere's a quick 100 memories I have of growing up in the 1970s. I had the time of my life and wish every kid could grow up with all of these same memories. Listen up and let me know if you grew up in the 70s as well. Everything from dodge ball to Saturday morning cartoons. Support the show
Woo Pig Sooner... Cowboy!
March 18, 2022 04:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBFind out how this Oklahoma State Cowboy fan became an Arkansas Razorback and Oklahoma Sooner fan all at the same time. Even you non-sports enthusiasts should enjoy this episode. It's more about family and being a fan than it is about sports. Support the show
It's A Jeep Thing, I'll Try To Explain!
March 11, 2022 04:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBLearn about why owning a Jeep is so cool! Being a part of the Jeeper community includes getting Ducked, giving the "Wave", find Easter eggs, and many more fun benefits. Even if you're not a Jeep fan you'll enjoy the strength of the brand and the loyal community. Support the show
We Bought The Same Home Twice!
March 03, 2022 03:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBListen in as I explain why my wife and I purchased the same home twice! Within an eleven year period we would buy the house, sell it after five years, and then buy it back again after another six years. Support the show
I Am Going To Write A Book... About The 70s
February 17, 2022 06:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBOne of my big goals in 2022 is to have at least 50% of my book written. My book is a nonfiction account of growing up in the 70s with four of my buddies. I loved everything about the 1970s! The title is "The Banana Seat Squad". Support the show
My Long-Lost Surfin Cousin
February 07, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MBA couple of years ago I found out my crazy uncle Richard had a long-lost son that had been given up for adoption. That cousin recently left Bali to visit Oklahoma. Here's my talk with my first cuz, the Sage Surfer, who's more like me then I ever would have imagined. Find out about our similarities, his surfing lifestyle and how much he reminds me of my uncle. Support the show
Best-Laid Plans
February 01, 2022 05:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBOh boy! What a start to 2022. Although I had every intention of keeping things updated this year, I had no idea what would hit me in January 2022. Find out where I've been and why I'm now behind. This is my personal journal and this episode gets personal with sickness, death and new hope. Give it a listen! Support the show
This Podcast Has Gone To The Dogs
January 07, 2022 05:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MBWhat have I done? I surprised the family with a puppy for Christmas '21. Listen up as I talk about the big secret, the Christmas morning reveal and many aspects of having a puppy. Support the show
Happy Birthday To MuWah!
December 21, 2021 06:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBI cannot freaking believe I just turned 59 years old! Zoinkies! Find out how I try to stay young with modest exercise and how feeling good can influence everything that you do. I'll also outline my project plans for my 59th year. Tips on ordering stickers/decals, podcast audio and other stuff. Support the show
Shaggy Duck Trailer
December 14, 2021 03:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MBThings have changed! It's out with That Buzz Guy and in with A Shaggy Duck Life. Find out why I've gone back to my Shaggy Duck roots. Enjoy the new name, new logo and new theme song! Support the show
Talking With Deputy James From LivePD
June 07, 2021 21:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBIn 2018, James Craigmyle appeared on the number one cable show LivePD and Police Patrol on A&E. In 2019, James was a host and K9 consultant for America’s Top Dog on A&E. His most recent work includes playing a detective the new movie Pray They Stand Down. James is coming to the Enid area for a weekend blast with John Schneider. He even thinks he'll get to drive the General Lee. Support the show
That Buzz Guy Interviews Bo Duke
June 04, 2021 03:00 - 19 minutes - 13.8 MBThat Buzz Guy was given a surprise opportunity to interview John Schneider, aka Bo Duke, about his music, a new movie and dirt track racing. Listen as Schneider gives his take on the COVID-19 lockdown and how we can never let it happen again. He even answers a question about his memories of the 70s. Support the show
Entrepreneur Talk #002: Ken Hunnell
February 11, 2021 14:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MBCheck out the first official episode of Curt & Ken! Curtis Tucker and Ken Hunnell discuss how perfect timing is really a combination of your efforts and an unknown opportunity. Start creating and put yourself out there! Perfect timing will come when an opportunity meets your efforts. Support the show
Open New Doors By Taking More Chances
February 02, 2021 18:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBMy father-in-law passed away this week. Listen as I reflect on how taking a chance changed the direction of my life forever and set me on a life long adventure. This is a great story of chance, coincidence, timing and fate. Enjoy it as we celebrate the life of Jim Evans. Support the show
20 Lessons Learned In 2020
January 25, 2021 21:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MB20 lessons that I learned throughout the year 2020. Here is a look at some of the things I learned, a few things I realized and a few eye openers. It was one crazy year. Support the show
My 2017 Presidential Inauguration Adventure
January 21, 2021 20:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBDo you ever do spur of the moment adventures? Find out how the heck I ended up at a presidential inauguration 1,300 miles from my hometown. It was a surprise 48 hour whirlwind trip to Washington DC that I'll remember for a lifetime. Support the show
Drones & Books & Brands, Oh My!
January 16, 2021 05:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBHey BuzzHeads, this year will be filled with several new adventures including getting my 107 drone license, writing a book about growing up in the 70s and starting a fun lifestyle clothing brand. Follow along for the fun of it and you'll most likely learn something. Support the show
Entrepreneur Talk #001: Ken Hunnell
August 12, 2020 03:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBAn entrepreneurial talk with fellow podcaster, entrepreneur and business owner, Ken Hunnell. Ken recently purchased an existing auto body shop and is taking it to the next level by building a team atmosphere and excellent customer satisfaction. He also started his own podcast with zero experience using the Anchor app. Great tips and ideas on how to be a better team leader. Subscribe to his podcast, "Midwest Success Stories with Ken Hunnell". https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/midwest-succ...
OMG! I Journaled. Wait! What? Squirrel!
July 09, 2020 04:00 - 49 minutes - 34.4 MBHey BuzzHeads! I'm back after missing a few episodes. Hear what I've been up to and where I think I'm going. A journal episode full of quick stories, updates, reminders and ramblings. And an introduction to Smalls, my pet squirrel. Enjoy! Support the show
How To Use Hashtags Effectively
June 12, 2020 04:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBHashtags attract new followers and like minded individuals. They can help you grow a group of people interested in the same topics. Hashtags also help build your brand, slogan or thought. When repeated by enough people they can become popular and draw a large following. Support the show
Entrepreneur Podcast Trailer
June 08, 2020 03:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBLearn the background story of Curtis D. Tucker, aka That Buzz Guy. From Director of Advertising to online and digital entrepreneur. Find out how pivoting can lead to new opportunities when you least expect them. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/bePatron?u=27202929)
Entrepreneur Background
June 08, 2020 03:00 - 48 minutes - 33.5 MBLearn the background story of Curtis D. Tucker, aka That Buzz Guy. From Director of Advertising to online and digital entrepreneur. Find out how pivoting can lead to new opportunities when you least expect them. Support the show
Create Your Own Opportunities
May 29, 2020 04:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBOpportunity = a fighting chance. You don’t stand as good of a chance at attaining a goal or having success if you don’t create an opportunity. Opportunities can include landing a better job, snagging a big client, being asked to lead a project, building a large following, getting to do Bucket List activities and more. Support the show