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A Laid-Back Saturday Update

Posted on November 22, 2025November 22, 2025 by Mike

In this episode of “Mike Dell’s World,” host Mike Dell provides a laid-back update on his day and upcoming plans. He begins by acknowledging the date, November 22, 2025, and mentions participating in Napod Pomo (National Podcast Post Month) on its twenty-second day. Mike shares details about his relaxed day, including a visit to the…

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Ham Radio (amateur radio)

Posted on November 21, 2025November 21, 2025 by Mike

In this episode titled “Ham Radio (Amateur Radio),” host Mike Dell reflects on his youth prior to the Internet and video games, mentioning his limited interaction with CB radio rather than ham radio. He explains the differences between CB and ham radio, particularly the wider range and more diverse frequencies available to amateur radio operators….

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Winter Driving

Posted on November 20, 2025November 20, 2025 by Mike

In this episode, Mike Dell digs into “how to drive in the snow” — timely for Northern Michigan (and anywhere else where winter hits) and packed with practical advice from his experience. Key Topics Covered: The importance of reducing speed when roads get snowy — Mike’s rule of thumb: about 10 mph less than the…

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Slow Down!

Posted on November 19, 2025November 20, 2025 by Mike

In today’s episode of Mike Dell’s World, Mike reflects on the hectic pace of life, the whirlwind of Zoom meetings, and the importance of being intentional about slowing down. After a long, stressful year marked by personal challenges and the loss of Blubrry’s founder, Mike shares how he’s planning to reclaim some peace and quiet…

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Heating with Wood

Posted on November 18, 2025November 18, 2025 by Mike

Today I talk about heating with wood and a little bit about Podcasting.   Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 13:56 — 12.8MB) | EmbedSubscribe or Follow Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Podcast Index | RSS | More

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Replay

Posted on November 17, 2025 by Mike

Mike opens by introducing the song “Helloapocalypse” from the acoustic string-instrument group playing a blend of rap/bluegrass. He briefly discusses the sponsor—Leonard Peikoff—and his podcast on objectivism (via peikoff.com) and encourages listeners to check it out. Mike and his wife Kathy recently traveled to Farmington Hills/Novi (Detroit area) for Kathy’s convention. They drove their new…

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Broadcasting in Traverse City

Posted on November 16, 2025November 15, 2025 by Mike

In this episode of Mike Dell’s World, Mike talks about what it’s like broadcasting and podcasting from Traverse City, Michigan, a place that has always had a unique blend of small-town charm, regional importance, and a surprisingly rich broadcasting history. Mike shares his own experiences behind the microphone—past and present—along with observations about the local…

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Leaves

Posted on November 15, 2025 by Mike

Just a quick update.  I spent the last 2 days dealing with leaves and some other pre-winter things that need to be done around here since the weather was so good for it. Got a late start recording today.     Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 5:49 — 5.3MB) | EmbedSubscribe or…

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Legal Pot in Michigan – EPISDOE 420 Dude!

Posted on November 14, 2025November 13, 2025 by Mike

In this milestone episode — number 420, naturally — Mike takes a look at the rise of legal marijuana in Michigan. From the early days of medical cards to today’s booming recreational market, Mike walks through how the laws changed, what it looks like around northern Michigan, and how communities have adapted (or resisted) the…

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Clinch Park – Trains, boats, Zoo Animals and the little city

Posted on November 13, 2025November 12, 2025 by Mike

n this episode of “Mike Dell’s World,” host Mike Dell discusses Clinch Park in Traverse City. He starts with some light-hearted comments about himself, joking that he has a Dorito chip under his hat. The main topic is Clinch Park, a public park located along West Grand Traverse Bay. Mike describes its amenities, including a…

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    GT County Issues Life-Threatening Storm Alert; Closures Continue Tuesday• Grand Traverse County officials warned of “life-threatening” conditions following severe overnight storms, including widespread power outages and hazardous roads• Multiple schools, government offices, and local services across the region remained closed Tuesday as cleanup and safety assessments continue• Emergency crews are dealing with downed trees, power […]
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  • COTC - 13 Mar 2026 - Winter is BACK! March 13, 2026
    TodaySnow before 11am, then rain and snow. High near 38. Southeast wind 10 to 15 mph becoming west in the afternoon. Winds could gust as high as 30 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Total daytime snow accumulation of around 2 inches.TonightSnow, possibly mixed with rain before 11pm, then a slight chance of snow between […]
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  • COTC - 12 Mar 2026 - Sugarloaf Property Protected March 12, 2026
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  • COTC - 11 Mar 2026 - Traverse City Parking March 11, 2026
    City Eyes Parking Rate Increases, Changes To Rotary Square Alley• Traverse City commissioners are discussing possible parking changes, including new fees for EV charging and longer meter hours in the summer.• The city says the parking system is facing financial pressure because it operates as a self-funded enterprise.• Officials are also considering redesigning the alley […]
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  • COTC - 10 Mar 2026 - TCAPS Fieldhouse March 10, 2026
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  • COTC - 9 Mar 2026 - Impact100's 10th Anniversary March 9, 2026
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  • COTC - 6 Mar 2026 - Slush Cup and March Mudness March 6, 2026
    Slush Cup - https://www.traverseticker.com/news/end-of-season-happenings-at-hickory-holiday/Weather: TodayShowers, mainly after 4pm. Patchy fog. High near 56. South wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 90%. New precipitation amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch possible.TonightShowers and possibly a thunderstorm before 10pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms between 10pm and 1am, then showers and […]
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  • COTC - 5 Mar 2026 - TVC Airport Zoning Overlay proposed March 5, 2026
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