The Open Highway-logo

The Open Highway

Arts & Culture Podcasts

A news, current events and interview podcast hosted by Eric Paul Erickson. Bringing the discovery of the open road into the discourse of modern conversation. Much like the old days when we would sit down at a roadside diner and share a cup of coffee with a fellow traveller, The Open Highway brings conversation back to the world and allows us to learn about interesting topics and people. Host Eric Paul Erickson is a former journalist with the Chicago Tribune‘s City News Bureau, the Roswell Daily Record and other newspapers and media outlets as well as an award-winning writer, performer and filmmaker.

Location:

United States

Description:

A news, current events and interview podcast hosted by Eric Paul Erickson. Bringing the discovery of the open road into the discourse of modern conversation. Much like the old days when we would sit down at a roadside diner and share a cup of coffee with a fellow traveller, The Open Highway brings conversation back to the world and allows us to learn about interesting topics and people. Host Eric Paul Erickson is a former journalist with the Chicago Tribune‘s City News Bureau, the Roswell Daily Record and other newspapers and media outlets as well as an award-winning writer, performer and filmmaker.

Language:

English


Episodes
Ask host to enable sharing for playback control

83- Guest: Dr. Daniel Jolley- The Psychology of Conspiracy Theories

2/1/2023
GUEST: Dr. Daniel Jolley is an Assistant Professor at the University of Nottingham and works in the psychology of conspiracy theories. He has appeared on numerous shows including Adam Ruins Everything and has been featured in media outlets including BBC News, the Huffington Post, Discover Magazine and the New York Times. https://www.danieljolley.co.uk/ https://twitter.com/DrDanielJolley GET YOUR COPY OF "HOW TO START A PODCAST IN LESS THAN A DAY"

Duration:00:56:35

Ask host to enable sharing for playback control

82- Disney, Happy Days and Mental Health with Guest David D’Orazi

1/19/2023
GUEST: David D'Orazi is the author of The In-Between Artist. The book is about his father Tony D'Orazi who was one of the top artists at Disney, a television and radio host and who suffered from staggering mental health challenges. David is also author of the upcoming release Is Everybody Happy?, about his sister, actress Kathy O'Dare (Happy Days, The Brady Bunch) and her life and battles. GET YOUR COPY OF "HOW TO START A PODCAST IN LESS THAN A DAY"

Duration:01:00:23

Ask host to enable sharing for playback control

81- Joe Biden, Classified Documents And A Plan To Fix Congress With Guest Stacey Roberts

1/13/2023
GUEST: OUR GOOD FRIEND STACEY ROBERTS RETURNS! Author of "Trailer Trash with Girl's Name" and host of podcasts including History's Trainwrecks, Stacey drops in to talk President Joe Biden, classified documents, how to fix Congress and so much more! And don't worry, he'll talk about Teddy Roosevelt. GET YOUR COPY OF "HOW TO START A PODCAST IN LESS THAN A DAY"

Duration:01:20:01

Ask host to enable sharing for playback control

80- Joe Gulesserian: Writer, Entrepreneur and Financial Expert- What Might The Future Hold?

11/2/2022
GUEST- Writer, entrepreneur and financial expert Joe Gulesserian is the author and creator of The Practical MBA on Economics. He joins us to talk economics, inflation and what the financial future might hold for you and me. Check out our partner Black Helmet Apparel! GET YOUR COPY OF "HOW TO START A PODCAST IN LESS THAN A DAY"

Duration:00:58:59

Ask host to enable sharing for playback control

79- Martin Keller: Journalist, Author & UFO Researcher

10/27/2022
GUEST- Writer, journalist and UFO researcher Martin Keller is the author of “The Space Pen Club” and his work has appeared in Rolling Stone, The Washington Post, The Boston Globe and Billboard. His appearances include “Coast To Coast AM,” Today,” “48 Hours,” “Hysteria 51,” PBS and Public Radio. Check out our partner Black Helmet Apparel! GET YOUR COPY OF "HOW TO START A PODCAST IN LESS THAN A DAY"

Duration:00:41:30

Ask host to enable sharing for playback control

78- Adam Frank: Ancient Civilizations, Science Fiction and The Silurian Hypothesis

10/20/2022
GUEST- Adam Frank is a physicist, astronomer and writer. He is a professor of astrophysics at the University of Rochester and has written the books Light of the Stars: Alien Worlds and the Fate of the Earth and About Time: Cosmology and Culture at the Twilight of the Big Bang. He is one of the minds behind The Silurian Hypothesis, which contemplates the existence of ancient civilizations from a scientific angle. Check out our partner Black Helmet Apparel! GET YOUR COPY OF "HOW TO START A PODCAST IN LESS THAN A DAY"

Duration:00:52:55

Ask host to enable sharing for playback control

77- Brian Slade: Author of Cleared Hot

10/12/2022
GUEST- Author Brian Slade is a former Apache helicopter pilot who served in Afghanistan. Offering a unique perspective on preparing one’s mind for trauma, Cleared Hot puts readers in the cockpit of the most lethal helicopter in the world as Slade learns on the job, flying over an unforgiving landscape. Check out our partner Black Helmet Apparel! GET YOUR COPY OF "HOW TO START A PODCAST IN LESS THAN A DAY"

Duration:00:58:12

Ask host to enable sharing for playback control

76- Alise Saunders: Travel Blogger and Digital Nomad

10/6/2022
GUEST- In 2021, Alise Saunders and her husband sold and gifted most of their belongings and started a life as "digital nomads," travelling the United States with their two cats and exploring life on the road. Alise documents her adventures on her blog "Tales from An Untamed Soul" and also offers guides for locations that include places to stay, things to see and other tips. Alise authored the book "How To Become A Digital Nomad: Working While You Travel" to assist others interested in a nomadic lifestyle. Check out our partners Koa Coffee Plantation and Vagabond Life! USE PROMO CODE OPENHIGHWAY FOR 20% OFF YOUR ORDER AT VAGABOND LIFE!

Duration:01:01:32

Ask host to enable sharing for playback control

75- Andrew Culkin: Amanda- A Cautionary Tale

9/28/2022
GUEST- Andrew Culkin is the author of the book Amanda- A Cautionary Tale, being released in 2023. The book chronicles his experiences with his wife of 25 years who eventually died from the effects of her alcoholism. Andrew has spoken extensively on the subject and is dedicated to helping families understand, identify and cope with alcoholic and mentally ill loved ones. He operates a Facebook group for those dealing with issues of alcoholism. Check out our partners Koa Coffee Plantation and Black Helmet Apparel!

Duration:00:56:34

Ask host to enable sharing for playback control

74- Charles Chadwick: Higher Education, Loans and Debt

9/27/2022
GUEST- Charles Chadwick is the author of Chadwick's College Checklist and Chadwick's Cultivated Circumstances. Both books also available from Audible! Charles prides himself in helping people find their way when it comes to college, university, trade school and the work force. WHAT SERVICE ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? TRY FIVERR TODAY! Check out our partners Koa Coffee Plantation and Black Helmet Apparel!

Duration:01:02:39

Ask host to enable sharing for playback control

73- David Edward: Atlantis Solved and A New Era

9/21/2022
GUEST- David Edward is the author of “Atlantis Solved: The Final Definitive Proof.” In addition to being the author of over 40 books, he is a former US military special agent and holds four graduate degrees including a doctorate in engineering. "Atlantis Solved" is also available on Audible! Listen with your free trial! Plus: Did the death of Queen Elizabeth truly signal the birth of a new age? Check out our partners Koa Coffee Plantation and Black Helmet Apparel! TRY KOA COFFEE- NAMED BEST COFFEE IN AMERICA!

Duration:01:18:38

Ask host to enable sharing for playback control

72- Rob Ruckus: Long Live The King & A Very Special Deal for The Las Vegas Raiders

9/14/2022
GUEST- Rob Ruckus is a Las Vegas musician and artist and one of the stars of the show "Bad Ink." He has recently been in the news as closure has arrived in the tragic and long drawn-out case of the murder of his grandmother. Plus: Jobs are on the line now that Charles is king...... and the new king has a new landlord... his son!A Las Vegas sex worker is offering special discounts to the Raiders Check out Eric's articles on Substack and his books including "Ascension" and "How To Start A Podcast In Less Than a Day" here! FOLLOW THE OPEN HIGHWAY ON IG! A Viking Dog Production Check out our partners Koa Coffee Plantation and Black Helmet Apparel! TRY KOA COFFEE- NAMED BEST COFFEE IN AMERICA!

Duration:01:16:45

Ask host to enable sharing for playback control

71- Bee Bloeser: Vaccines, Murder in Vegas and Florida Man vs Gator

9/8/2022
GUEST- An award-winning writer, Bee Bloeser has lived in West Africa, the Middle East and Native American nations. She is the author of "Vaccines & Bayonets" which chronicles her adventures supporting her late husband’s public health work on five continents. Plus: Surprise suspect arrested in death of Las Vegas journalistJudicial decision in New Mexico could affect electionsFlorida Man vs Gator... but that's not the whole story! This episode is sponsored by The Home of the Top Ten Lists Check out Eric's articles on Substack including his recent piece on A Tale Of Two Bidens and the Elvis Empire might be shaking. Find Eric's books including "Ascension" and "How To Start A Podcast In Less Than a Day" here! Check out our partners Koa Coffee Plantation and Black Helmet Apparel! TRY KOA COFFEE- NAMED "BEST COFFEE IN AMERICA"

Duration:00:56:10

Ask host to enable sharing for playback control

70- Matthew Diemer: US House race, Trump talks Macron’s sex life, Florida Man gets into trouble on honeymoon

8/31/2022
GUEST- Matthew Diemer is the Democratic US House candidate for Ohio's 7th District. He is running against Republican Mark Miller in the general this November to represent the district and Ohio. He talks with Eric about the race, education, jobs and where do we go from here. Plus: The Trump Document Saga continues and it might involve Macron's sex lifeExcited about your student loan debt forgiveness? Not so fast...Florida Man on honeymoon arrested for soliciting prostitute This episode is sponsored by The Home of the Top Ten Lists Check out our partners Koa Coffee Plantation and Black Helmet Apparel! The Open Highway may receive compensation from products or companies featured on the show or in corresponding show notes.

Duration:01:30:01

Ask host to enable sharing for playback control

69- Larry Jorgensen: Shipwrecks, Ozzy Osbourne & Florida Man Tries to Buy A Child at Winn Dixie

8/29/2022
GUEST- Larry Jorgensen is a reporter and author of the book "Shipwrecked and Rescued," chronicling the story of the Lake Superior shipwreck of the "City of Bangor" and two unbelievable but true successful rescues of crew and its unique cargo. He is also the author of the book "The Coca-Cola Trail." Plus, in the news: Ozzy Osbourne is giving up on the US and moving back to EnglandA Florida man tried to buy a child at his local Winn Dixie Check out our partners Koa Coffee Plantation and Black Helmet Apparel! Visit Koa Coffee The Open Highway may receive compensation from products or companies featured on the show or in corresponding show notes.

Duration:00:41:13

Ask host to enable sharing for playback control

68- Craig Pittman: Florida Man, Space and Studying Taylor Swift

8/24/2022
GUEST- Craig Pittman is the author of Oh, Florida! How America's Weirdest State Influences the Rest of the Country and Cat Tale: The Wild, Weird Battle to Save the Florida Panther. A Native born Floridan, Pittman covered environmental issues for the Tampa Bay Times and is a four-time Waldo Proffitt award winner for his reporting. Plus, in the news: American's support for the war in Ukraine is shrinkingMidterms, midterms, midterms!We're going back to the moonNASA is going to hit an asteroid on purposeNow you can take a class in Taylor SwiftologyFlorida Man texts wrong number to sell cocaine, ends up in jail and the cops sent out a press release Check out our partners Koa Coffee Plantation and Black Helmet Apparel! This episode is sponsored by the book Inspire Your Marriage from John Thomas. Find it here.

Duration:01:01:49

Ask host to enable sharing for playback control

67- Guest: Duane Cerny - Plus Liz Cheney Eyes the Big Office, Trump Gets Possessive and A Florida Man Two-fer

8/17/2022
GUEST- Duane Cerny is an author including the book "Selling Dead People's Things" (now available on Audible), drawn from his experiences in antiquing and estate sale hunting. He is the founder and owner of the Broadway Antique Market in Chicago. Plus, in the news: Liz Cheney loses but has her sights set higherTrump is getting a little possessive about his documentsQueen Elizabeth's stunt double goes to prison And a Florida Man Two-Fer! Florida man throws burger at his girlfriend, injuring herArmless Florida man accused of stabbing tourist Check out our partners Koa Coffee Plantation and Black Helmet Apparel! A Viking Dog Production TRY KOA COFFEE- NAMED BEST COFFEE IN AMERICA!

Duration:00:54:51

Ask host to enable sharing for playback control

66- Sideroads: Five For Monday- Trump, Vegas Rain & Time Travellers

8/15/2022
Five for Today! What's in the news? Trump digs in for a fight and reaches out to the AG with a cryptic messageSoul Cycle joins Peloton in crisis modeLas Vegas rain claims lives and property damageRainwater no longer safe to drinkWarnings from Time Travellers! Check out Eric's articles on Substack including his recent piece on Joe Biden and is his age a factor in the election and the Elvis Empire might be shaking. Find Eric's books including "Ascension" and "How To Start A Podcast In Less Than a Day" here! FOLLOW THE OPEN HIGHWAY ON IG! A Viking Dog Production TRY KOA COFFEE- NAMED BEST COFFEE IN AMERICA!

Duration:00:14:38

Ask host to enable sharing for playback control

65- Roger Persaud: Haiti, Ginsu Bombs and Banned Horse Mayors

8/3/2022
GUEST- Roger Persaud is the author of "America Should Be Grateful To Haiti." He joins Eric to talk the real history of Haiti and how it affected America through the Louisiana Purchase. Plus, in the news: US May Have Used "Ginsu Bomb" To Take Out Terrorist MastermindThe Pact Act Passes... FinallyThe Guinness-Loving Mayor Who is a Horse Has Been Banned From His Favorite Pub! Check out Eric's articles on Substack including his recent piece on Joe Biden and is his age a factor in the election and the Elvis Empire might be shaking. Find Eric's books including "Ascension" and "How To Start A Podcast In Less Than a Day" here! FOLLOW THE OPEN HIGHWAY ON IG! A Viking Dog Production TRY KOA COFFEE- NAMED "BEST COFFEE IN AMERICA"

Duration:00:56:04

Ask host to enable sharing for playback control

64- Victoria Rader: Putin’s Brain, Ukraine and Asking The Right Questions

7/27/2022
GUEST- Victoria Rader is a Ukrainian born coach, podcast host and author of several books including Prosper Me and Until You Shine. She joins us to talk about what's going on in Putin's brain, the reality in Ukraine and how mindset and the questions you ask affect your life. And in the news: It turns out cats are aliens!And if it's aliens and dragons... yeah, it must be Florida Check out Eric's articles on Substack including his recent piece on Joe Biden and is his age a factor in the election and the Elvis Empire might be shaking. Find Eric's books including "Ascension" and "How To Start A Podcast In Less Than a Day" here! FOLLOW THE OPEN HIGHWAY ON IG! A Viking Dog Production This is the coffee Forbes called Best in America!

Duration:00:49:47