Mitch Wonders

At 25, Simone Vitale left Sicily for a job opportunity in America. Twenty-six years later, he has spent more than half his life here, built a career and family, and become an American citizen.

In this episode, Simone shares what America looked like from Italy, what surprised him when he arrived, and why he believes the American Dream is still alive—but is often misunderstood. Opportunity, he says, isn't a gift. America gives you the freedom to pursue the life you want; what happens next is up to you.

We also talk about the American influence he experienced growing up in Sicily, the differences he found in American working culture, the day he and his wife became U.S. citizens, and a bit of Italian wisdom worth remembering: Tutto passa. Everything passes.

After 26 years, knowing everything he knows now, would Simone choose America again?

His answer: “Of course.”

And Mitch gets it.

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s bigquestions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see recent guests, YouTubeclips, BBQ and whiskey reviews, subscribe, and visit the Mitch Merch Store at the Mitch Wonders newly updated and streamlined website:  ⁠https://mitchwonders.com/⁠

Got feedback? Hit Mitch up at⁠https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3⁠ and...thank you!

Technology makes life easier. That's the pitch. Until, maybe, it starts making a few too many decisions for us.

Mitch's good pal from Australia , Gavin, returns to Mitch Wonders for a conversation about smart homes, AI assistants, convenience creep, and the little habits we've adopted without ever really deciding to.

We're not rejecting technology—we love plenty of it. The question is where each of us draws the line. (And you don't want to miss Gavin's borderline epic electric bike analogy!)

What do we really need? What do we simply enjoy? And when does useful become unnecessary?

Welcome to The Smart Home vs. The Simple Life.Welcome, to Mitch Wonders.

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch—a cranky but curious Texan—takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on every episode, meet recent guests, watch YouTube clips, check out BBQ and whiskey reviews, visit the Mitch Merch Store, and more at the newly updated Mitch Wonders website: https://mitchwonders.com/

Got feedback, an idea, or something you just need to tell Mitch? Reach out here: https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3

And as always...thank you for listening.

It's football season, and 'Ol Mitch cant' help but wondering. We celebrate the touchdown. We cheer the quarterback. But what about the people doing the dirty work that makes everything else possible? What about dem dogs?!

From football fields to factory floors, from parents to grandparents, and from friends to teachers, coaches, and mentors. Mitch and good buddy Vincent explore the people who rarely get the spotlight—but often deserve it the most.

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s bigquestions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see recent guests, YouTubeclips, BBQ and whiskey reviews, subscribe, and visit the Mitch Merch Store at⁠https://mitchwonders.com/⁠.

Got feedback? Hit Mitch up at⁠https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3⁠ and...thank you!

Were you really a Baby Boomer—or did you grow up in a generation of your own?

In this solo episode, Mitch goes solo to explore the often-overlooked "Generation Jones"—those born between the Baby Boomers and Generation X. From riding bikes until dark and fixing what broke to growing up through Watergate, inflation, and the dawn of the digital age, this episode looks at the unique experiences that shaped a generation that quietly bridged two very different Americas.

Whether you call it Generation Jones, Late Boomers, or simply The Last Free Generation, this week it's about resilience, responsibility, and the stories that defined us.

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see recent guests, YouTube clips, BBQ and whiskey reviews, subscribe, and visit the Mitch Merch Store athttps://mitchwonders.com/ .

Got feedback? Hit Mitch up at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3  and...thank you!

This week, Mitch welcomes The Professor back to the porch to ask a simple question: Why did commercial aviation stop getting faster?

From the rise and fall of Concorde to the new Boom Supersonic's attempt to cut flight times in half, we explore whether technology, economics, or regulation has been holding us back.

Innovation versus optimization, the role of capitalism in bringing breakthrough ideas to everyday people, and why history is so often written by those willing to risk building what everyone else believes is impossible.

It starts with airplanes. It ends with a much bigger question: Have we stopped dreaming big enough?

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see recent guests, YouTube clips, BBQ and whiskey reviews, subscribe, and visit the Mitch Merch Store at⁠https://mitchwonders.com/⁠

Got feedback? Hit Mitch up at⁠https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3⁠ and...thank you!

Six months ago, in Episode #184, DT and Mitch began a three-part series exploring testosterone—what it is, who might benefit from it, and what it can and can't do. Three months later, they revisited the conversation in Episode #197 to share their early experiences and observations.Now, in the conclusion of the series, they compare where those two very different journeys have led them.DT discusses his experience with testosterone replacement therapy, while Mitch reflects on the results of taking a lifestyle-only approach. Together, they examine what changed, what surprised them, and what they've learned about health, aging, discipline, and the role testosterone really plays.Whether you've followed the series from the beginning or are joining us for the first time, this final conversation brings the journey full circle.Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of recent guests, YouTube clips, BBQ and whiskey reviews, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store at https://mitchwonders.com/ . Got feedback? Hit Mitch up at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3 and...thank you!Catch up on all episodes, see pics of each weekly guest and visit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com offer feedback at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3 and... Thank You!

In this episode of The Mitch Wonders Podcast, Mitch takes a hard look at the gap between what we say we want and what we actually spend our lives pursuing. From presence and meaningful friendships to simplifying life, finding purpose, and reclaiming our time, this conversation asks one uncomfortable question:

Seriously... what the fk do you want?

Because if we're honest, most of us aren't chasing the things that matter most—we're chasing the things that are easiest to measure.

If you've ever wondered why success doesn't always feel fulfilling, this episode is for you.

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of recent guests,YouTube clips, BBQ and whiskey reviews, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store athttps://mitchwonders.com/ .

Got feedback? Hit Mitch up at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3  and...thank you!

Catch up on all episodes, see pics of each weekly guest andvisit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com offer feedback at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3   and... Thank You!#Austin #Podcast #PersonalGrowth

Today we're doing something a little different. My son and I just got back from Scotland, but this isn't a vacation recap. It's about craftsmanship, curiosity, and a handful of moments we never saw coming.

We've each got three mystery drams in front of us. Every one tells part of the story. And I can’t help but wonder if we’ll inspire you to get up and go find your Scotland.

Let's see where they take us.

This is the Mitch Wonders Podcast.

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of recent guests,YouTube clips, BBQ and whiskey reviews, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store athttps://mitchwonders.com/ .

Got feedback? Hit Mitch up at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3  and...thank you!

Hot damn I love summer and we've reached one of my favorite points on the sports calendar—the Major League Baseball All-Star Break. It's the halfway mark, the standings are starting to mean something, and every fan has an opinion about where the game is headed.

And that's exactly what we're talking about this week.It's not about online gambling or fantasy baseball. It's about the bigger questions. Is Shohei Ohtani already in the discussion as the greatest player we've ever seen? Why don't pitchers finish games anymore? Has analytics made baseball better...or just more complicated? And would a guy like Nolan Ryan even be allowed to become Nolan Ryan in today's game?

To help me sort it all out, I've brought back our resident baseball mind, Holly. He's going to help me understand what I'm seeing—and maybe challenge a few things I've believed about the game for the last fifty years.So grab a cold drink, settle into your favorite chair, and let's put modern baseball on trial. THIS...is the Mitch Wonders Podcast.

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of recent guests, YouTube clips, BBQ and whiskey reviews, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store at https://mitchwonders.com/ . Got feedback? Hit Mitch up at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3 and...thank you!

A comment from Bill Maher and a counterpoint from Neil de Grasse Tyson sent me down an interesting rabbit hole.

Maher often points to old footage of the Apollo 11 crowds and notes how lean and healthy people appeared compared to today.

Tyson, on the other hand, reminds us that modern medicine has dramatically increased life expectancy, reduced infant mortality, and turned many injuries, illnesses, and infections into survivable events.

In this episode, Mitch, DT, and Holly explore a surprisingly difficult question: Are we actually healthier than previous generations, or have we simply become much better at surviving longer?

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of recent guests, YouTube clips, BBQ and whiskey reviews, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store at https://mitchwonders.com/ .

Got feedback? Hit Mitch up at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3 and...thank you!

I've lived in Illinois, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Washington, and now nearly 10 years in Texas, and no matter where I've gone, every town seems to have a story. Every city seems to have that place.

Maybe it's a stretch of road people avoid at night. Maybe it's a building everyone swears is haunted. Why, after thousands of years of human history, do we keep creating ghost stories?

This week, The Professor returns to help me explore some of the strangest stories and oldest mysteries we know, while offering an intellectual perspective on the whole topic.

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of recent guests, YouTube clips, BBQ and whiskey reviews, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store athttps://mitchwonders.com/ .

Got feedback? Hit Mitch up at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3  and...thank you!

Catch up on all episodes, see pics of each weekly guest and visit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com offer feedback at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3   and... Thank You!

Artificial intelligence is everywhere, but the giant datacenters being built across Texas finally got Mitch's attention.

What began as a simple question—what exactly is a datacenter?—quickly turned into something much bigger.

Why are companies spending billions of dollars building AI infrastructure in places like Abilene, Texas? Why do these facilities require so much land, power, and investment? And what do some of the smartest and wealthiest people in the world believe is waiting on the other side of this massive bet?

Along the way, Mitch explores the Stargate project, the Texas power grid, the history of Spindletop, and the wildcatters who helped shape the Lone Star State.

Are we witnessing the beginning of the next great technological revolution?

Or just another speculative boom?

Nobody knows yet.

But it's an interesting question.

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of recent guests, YouTube clips, BBQ and whiskey reviews, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store athttps://mitchwonders.com/ .

Got feedback? Hit Mitch up at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3  and...thank you!

Suppose I told you that for more than a century, people have been searching the Guadalupe Mountains of West Texas for a source of gold that nobody has ever been able to relocate.

One man found it, but perished before being able to return or direct others. Another man came upon it, but dogged if he could find his way back in the unforgiving canyons of the Guadalupe Mountains.

And what if I told you the cache left behind by the original finder is valued at 13 million dollars?! Join DT and Mitch as they explore The Lost Gold Mine of the Guadalupe Mountains!

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of recent guests, YouTube clips, BBQ and whiskey reviews, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store at https://mitchwonders.com/ .

Got feedback? Hit Mitch up at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3  and...thank you

Sitting on the porch watching the Texas Hill Country settle down for the evening, with mesquite and wood smoke hanging in the air, Mitch finds himself thinking about responsibility.

Not the kind we should avoid—the kind we've quietly carried for so long we barely notice it anymore.

A reflection on work, reliability, adulthood, and the possibility that there may be something in your life you can finally set down.

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’sbig questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of recent guests, YouTube clips, BBQ and whiskey reviews, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store at https://mitchwonders.com/ .

Got feedback? Hit Mitch up at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3  and...thank you!

People celebrate the milestones — marriage, careers, children, retirement — but almost nobody talks honestly about what comes after.

In Episode 199, Mitch and good friend Michelle talk about the reality behind major life changes: shifting identity, pressure from every direction, the mental load, exhaustion, sacrifice, and the quiet realization that adulthood rarely looks the way you imagined it would.

Turns out life doesn’t simply settle down once you ‘make it.’ Most days you’re just trying to keep the wheels from falling off. But in the end, it's all worth it.

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of recent guests,YouTube clips, BBQ and whiskey reviews, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store at https://mitchwonders.com/ .

Got feedback? Hit Mitch up at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3  and...thank you!

Okay, Major League Baseball finally did it. They've got AI calling balls and strikes now. Yep - the pursuit of accuracy. On paper that sounds like progress.

But not everything that CAN be fixed, SHOULD be fixed. Sometimes the flaw is the feature. Everything's right, no reactions, no coach/player/umpire arguments or contested calls. Nothing happens, we just move on.

But if nothing happens, why are we watching?

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’sbig questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of recent guests,YouTube clips, BBQ and whiskey reviews, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store at https://mitchwonders.com/

Got feedback? Hit Mitch up at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3  and...thank you!

Testosterone’s everywhere right now. Everywhere you look—someone’s telling you your levels are low, your energy’s off, your edge is gone… and they’ve got the fix.

Three months ago, we thought we'd make up our own minds, so we launched a three phased test.

Not because anything was broken. Not because we were chasing some magic number. We wanted to learn for ourselves.

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of recent guests,YouTube clips, BBQ and whiskey reviews, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store athttps://mitchwonders.com/ .

Got feedback? Hit Mitch up at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3  and...thank you!

Boredom used to be an opportunity - let's see what we can come up with today, remember?

But today, we live in a culture built around certainty, comfort, and control — we’ve engineered so much of life to avoid discomfort.

Ben (a good pal from Kentucky) and I discuss today and try to remind us that not all value comes from control — some of it comes from the uncontrolled, the uncertain, the unexplored.

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of recent guests, YouTube clips, BBQ and whiskey reviews, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store athttps://mitchwonders.com/ .

Got feedback? Hit Mitch up at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3  and...thank you!

Biohacking is the practice of using science, technology, and lifestyle changes to "hack" your own biology for improved performance and longevity. While biohacking can offer legitimate health insights, the industry is also rife with individuals who have used its language to promote unproven, deceptive, or even dangerous "secrets." We'll discuss both - the unproven and the "pearls".

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’sbig questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of recent guests,YouTube clips, BBQ and whiskey reviews, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store athttps://mitchwonders.com/ .

Got feedback? Hit Mitch up at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3  and...thank you!

There’s a moment — and I don’t know exactly when it happens—but there’s a moment when time stops being something you measure…and starts being something you can hear.

So the question is —

What are you going to do once you hear it?

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’sbig questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of recent guests,YouTube clips, BBQ and whiskey reviews, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store at https://mitchwonders.com/ .

Got feedback? Hit Mitch up at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3  and...thank you!

Last year around Christmas, my son and I were driving around Austin… and we kept seeing these Waymo cars everywhere. City streets. Side roads. Out where you don’t expect much of anything. At first I thought—maybe I’m just noticing them more. Or maybe it's just Austin. It's not.Bigger picture? This isn’t about cars or removing the need for humans. This is about how much of our lives we’re willing to hand over for convenience.Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of recent guests, YouTube clips, BBQ and whiskey reviews, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store at https://mitchwonders.com/ . Got feedback? Hit Mitch up at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3 and...thank you!

My son and I went back and put it to the test—you don’t have to spend $80 to drink good bourbon.
We ran three bottles under $30 head-to-head—and they still hold up.
If you’re chasing labels instead of value, you might want to hear this.

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’sbig questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of recent guests,YouTube clips, BBQ and whiskey reviews, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store at https://mitchwonders.com/ .

Got feedback? Hit Mitch up at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3  and...thank you!

I'm gonna sit down with an old buddy, John, today. Working together in heavy equipment manufacturing, John and I spent years making decisions that affected people, operations, and outcomes. In this episode, we look back at some of those calls — what we saw at the time, what we missed, and how they actually played out. No theory, just how it went.

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’sbig questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of recent guests,YouTube clips, BBQ and whiskey reviews, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store at https://mitchwonders.com/ .

Got feedback? Episodes you like to hear? Hit Mitch up at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3  and...thank you!

We like to think we’re in charge. We build cities, make plans, argue about the future like we’ve got a say in how all this plays out. Then you look at something like Yellowstone… and it reminds you — we’re not running the show.

Not even close.

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Got feedback or episodes you want to hear? Hit Mitch up at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of weekly guests, YouTube clips, BBQ and whiskey reviews, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store at the newly updated https://mitchwonders.com/ . And..thank you!

Tennyson wrote that in springtime a young man’s fancy turns to thoughts of love. Spring has a way of stirring things up, awakening things whether we like it or not.

Sometimes people decide it’s safer to protect their peace and keep life small — Mitch isn’t so sure that’s wisdom. This week’s Field Manual entry is simple: maybe let that baggage go… we ain’t dead yet.From pondering AI and the “new normal,” to ghost stories in the Grand Canyon, to wondering what “living your best life” really means, Mitch invites guests and listeners alike to sit down, swap stories, and wrestle with the questions we all think about but don’t always say out loud. 

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of each weekly guest, YouTube clips, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store at https://mitchwonders.com/ .  

Got feedback? Hit Mitch up at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3  and...Thank You! 

I’ve been wondering, and we’ll discuss, not for the first time, that the EV market will not be the dominant, world saving segment of the automotive industry in the United States.

They'll have a niche, but not what was projected.

From pondering AI and the “new normal,” to ghost stories in the Grand Canyon, to wondering what “living your best life” really means, Mitch invites guests and listeners alike to sit down, swap stories, and wrestle with the questions we all think about but don’t always say out loud. 

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of each weekly guest, YouTube clips, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store at https://mitchwonders.com/ .  

Got feedback? Hit Mitch up at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3  and...Thank You! 

I admit, I'm kind of jumping out of my skin with the anticipation of NASA collaborating with Space X and others to send people back to the moon, and then on to Mars. It seems like a given, we're gonna do it.

Yes. Technically, scientifically, and financially, the United States has the capability to send humans to Mars. But..why? And how doe the new Artemis program compare with Apollo? SO MUCH TO DISCUSS!

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’sbig questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of each weekly guest,YouTube clips, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store at https://mitchwonders.com/ .

Got feedback? Hit Mitch up at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3  and...Thank You!

If you’re anything like me you’re getting fed up with the plethora of "impactful" financial information coming at you and you just want someone to bundle it up, tell me what’s important, and let you move on with your day.

This week we do that, and touch on some common financial things that you can actually make sense of.Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’sbig questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of each weekly guest,YouTube clips, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store at https://mitchwonders.com/ . Got feedback? Hit Mitch up at https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3  and...Thank You!

So Buckle Up, Champ!

I heard someone say once that by 60 you’ve got the wisdom of three 20-year-olds. I don’t know if that math works… but I do know this — at some point in life, you know too much to keep playing small, regardless of your age.

Feedback link: https://tinyurl.com/kc2e4wu3  

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics of each weekly guest and visit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and... Thank You!

Part one of a three part series!

Testosterone has become one of those topics that shows up everywhere—on podcasts, in ads, YouTube popups—and it’s usually framed as something that’s either broken or urgently needs fixing. We'll be the judges of that!

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics of each weekly guest and visit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and... Thank You!

I haven’t done this in a long time, not since episode 1. Going it alone. Enough has changed in the last eight months that it feels kind of dishonest in some way not to pause and take a look around, kind of reassess where the heck I am.

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’sbig questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics of each weekly guest andvisit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and... Thank You!

The street didn’t raise us — it just gave us a place to be raised. If the place itself was the virtue, it would’ve worked for everyone. We remember how it looked because that’s easy. What mattered was expectation and consequence. Today, Mitch, Holly, and DT take a look back at the streets that raised them. Memories? A few. Lessons? Many.

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics of each weekly guest andvisit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and... Thank You!

I hit the retirement trail in 2025. Yeah, it’s good. Damn good, some days. But retirement didn’t flip a switch that told me to shut it down and kick it, I think you know me better. Retirement doesn’t lower the bar. It hands you the bar and asks where you’re going to set it. This week, The Professor and I discuss a few good points about this mixed paradigm. (great word)

I wake up wondering. Every day. If nothing else, it’s wondering what’s for breakfast today. One of my parents was from Chicago, the other from Illinois farm country, so I grew up with a big spectrum. And dammit, as the middle child of 9, it can be a fight for survival! But it seems, today, kinda having grown up, like so much more...

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s bigquestions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics of each weekly guest andvisit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and... Thank You!

The holidays always add a few pounds, and we wanted to takea look at what the real numbers show and how it affects us all. We also wanted to offer a plan for getting back on track without turning it into punishment. Take the advice if you like, but don’t be too hard on yourself. And put the fork down.

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics of each weekly guest andvisit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and... Thank You!

New Year’s resolutions started as ancient promises, not self-improvement chores — and somewhere along the way, we lost the plot. In this episode, Mitch and special guest Angie trace how resolutions changed over time and get into how we went from meaning it to quitting it.

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics of each weekly guest and visit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and... Thank You!

Mitch brings in two experts on Germany, it's culture, and how it ties in with Texas today. These two, retired and current US military, spent years in Germany and have visited me in Texas!Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catchup on all episodes, see pics of each weekly guest and visit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!

Nothing says Christmas like a Texas Throwdown! I get two pals together to discuss our top 4 Christmas movies of all time. What they didn't know? There would be a surprise guest and this would turn into a scored Top 4 throwdown!

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’sbig questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics of each weekly guest andvisit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!

Heading into the last few days of 2025, I got to wondering. What, really, are the most important numbers in a person’s lifetime. I called in my buddy Dan, from PA, to help me out.

From pondering AI and the “new normal,” to ghost stories inthe Grand Canyon, to wondering what “living your best life” really means, Mitch invites guests and listeners alike to sit down, swap stories, and wrestle with the questions we all think about but don’t always say out loud.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of each weekly guest,YouTube clips, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!

Do we really value the integrity of a game played by skilled athletes, or are we willing to let on-line gambling and the leagues chase every last dollar at the expense of everything that makes sports worth watching in the first place?

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics of each weekly guest and visit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!

For just the second episode ever, Mitch hands off the mic. This time for a special visit with his son. Having both achieved career milestones, we talk jobs, people, food, and the choices we made. And what we'd tell our younger selves if we only knew!

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics of each weekly guest andvisit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!

The full quote is "Be where you are, otherwise you will miss your life" by - hold on to your hats - Buddha.

But it speaks to the topic of people seeming to prefer to see things on their phones, computers, or big screens. That’s watching life, not living it. And anyone who prefers that should not consider this as me offering a negative point of view on your choices, but rather – a challenge.

I'm joined today by my good buddy Gavin, an Aussie for sure, dialing in from Seattle, we'll explain and have a few laughs.

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of each weekly guest,YouTube clips, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!

It was said recently that many people alive today never sawMichael Jordan play basketball. For most younger folks, he’s a highlight reel or a logo, not a live memory. But not for Mook and I, he was much more to us in Chicagoland.

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’s big questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of each weekly guest andvisit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!

There’s no other state in the union with a story like Texas’. In a way, due to the proximity to two frontiers in Mexico and the wild west, no other state can have a story like Texas.

This, of course, led to a need to implement manners of control unique to the state and to the situation.

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’sbig questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of each weekly guest andvisit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!

Mitch sits down with a couple of old Illinois ghost hunters to see what happens when northern know-how meets Texas history. Jefferson, Texas — The Grove — a house built before the Civil War. We talk experiences and similarities. Whys and hows.

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’sbig questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of each weekly guest andvisit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!

Mitch and The Professor are takin’ a porch-light stroll through five end-of-the-world scenarios — nukes, pandemics, AI, climate, even a rock from the sky. Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’sbig questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of each weekly guest andvisit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!

There’s a strong argument that certain generations, like the Baby Boomers, were forced to "grow up" faster in some ways compared to later generations. But with its own nuances.  Let’s take a look. I'll bring in Holly from FL for a counterpoint. I may even tell him that's why he's here, who knows?

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’sbig questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of each weekly guest andvisit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!

Been thinking lately — maybe it's not all about the money. It can’t be. Can we shift the focus a bit — from making money to making time for what matters? Special guest Angie from VA returns!

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’sbig questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of each weekly guest,YouTube clips, subscribe, and visit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!

You can’t hardly scroll your phone these days without someone hollerin’ about how AI is coming to take all our jobs, ruin our lives, and maybe even outsmart us before lunch. Calm down, buckaroos, this ain't nothin' new.

Today we bring in Vincent, with his W.Va. point of view!

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’sbig questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

“Texas porch talk, big questions, and honest answers youdidn’t know you needed.”

Catch this and all episodes, links to recent YouTube releases, photos of each guest, and The MITCH MERCH STORE at mitchwonders.com And...THANK YOU!

I’ve been hearing this phrase bandied about ( you heard me,bandied) seemingly at least once a day: He/She/They/We – “is/are living their best life” and it got me to wondering, what does that really mean?

Mitch Wonders is where Texas porch talk meets life’sbig questions. Each episode, Mitch — a cranky but curious Texan — takes a plainspoken look at today’s world with humor, humility, and a shot of wisdom you can actually swallow.

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of each weekly guest andvisit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!

I’ve heard, off and on, “off limits” areas in the Grand Canyon. Speculation of UFO activity, or hidden ancient Egyptian treasure, and government-controlled areas.

I got to wondering what the stories were, and if any haveany basis in fact, or maybe some good, yet to be proven story lines?

Catch up on all episodes, see pics. of each weekly guest, current YouTube clips, and visit the Merch Store at mitchwonders.com and...Thank You!

We touched on this back way back in 2022, coincidentally, episode #22. Felt like it was time to see how we've progressed.

Or, regressed?

Catch this and all episodes, see pics. of each weekly guest, watch current YouTube releases, and connect to the MITCH MERCH STORE at mitchwonders.com !! And..thank you!!

There are only two people in this world you need to make proud. It's not your mom, it's not your dad.

It's not your husband, and not your wife. It's the 8 year old version of you and the 80 year old version of you.

Catch this and all episodes, see recent YouTube clips, photos of guests from each episode - AND SHOP AT THE MITCH MERCH STORE - at mitchwonders.com

And thank you, your support means everything!

Jack, from Tennessee, is truly a Texas legend. The reason why Texans grew up hearing "don't mess with Texas", and a lasting example of how you don't have to be from Texas, but you're welcome, as long as you respect it!

Catch this and all back episodes, see photos of each guest, and check the latest YouTube video at mitchwonders.com - and THANK YOU ALL FOR YOUR SUPPORT!!

Is there anyplace left where "taking a break from all your worries, sure would mean a lot?" Where everybody knows your name? Mitch and DT wonder.

Catch this, and catch up on all episodes, pics of every guest, and YouTube clips on mitchwonders.com and...THANK YOU!

I was reminded, recently, of a great food place in Seattle that my good friend Anna, and I, had stumbled across a few years back.

And it got me to wonder what other places I’d visited overthe years and the way I remember them for the food, but also, and maybe moreso, for the company. 

Catch this and all episodes, YouTube clips, photos of every guest from past episodes, at mitchwonders.com

And, from Mitch and the whole gang, THANK YOU!!

The phrase—"the new normal"—resonates with a lot of people. Holly and I will try to break it down a bit today. Lot's to discuss!Catch this and all episodes, pics of each guest, the latest Youtube link, and what the heck, a few pics of Mitch's' celebrity encounters! All at mitchwonders.com !!

Ol' Mitch, DT, and The Professor do their part to lighten the load on society by delivering (poorly) dad humor and low brow dead-pan!

Catch this and all episodes, YouTube links to recentepisodes, behind the scenes pics of EACH, episode, some pics of Mitch's celebrity encounters, and much more at mitchwonders.com , and...THANK YOU!

When I was a kid, there was the "space race" to be the first to get to the moon. Now, it's not much of a race, but we're focused on getting to Mars. I wonder..why? And how? Joined by my good friend James from the left coast, we hammer it out! Good news - we can do it!

Catch this and all episodes, YouTube links to recentepisodes, behind the scenes pics of each episode, pics of Mitch's celebrity encounters, and much more at mitchwonders.com , and...THANK YOU!

Props. to Austin neighbor Elon Musk for this weeks' episode title.

I was wondering, I see a lot of passion in MLB (Major LeagueBaseball), it's starting to feel like old times. Records being challenged - brush back pitches, bench clearing fights like the recent Dodgers and Padres - historic matchups like the recent Dodgers/Yankees World Series matchup, it justfeels like the passion for the game is back!

And as any grizzled fan will wonder…can it last?

Catch this and all episodes, YouTube links to recentepisodes, behind the scenes pics of EACH, episode, some pics of Mitch's celebrity encounters, and much more at mitchwonders.com , and...THANK YOU!

Ol’ Mitch and Mook discuss what works, what don’t, what’s safe, and what ain’t – working out and building muscle mass after 40.

Catch this and all episodes, YouTube links to recentepisodes, behind the scenes pics of EACH, episode, some pics of Mitch's celebrity encounters, and much more at mitchwonders.com , and...THANK YOU!

Ahh...summertime, you can't beat it! Angie and I talk about the best concerts, live music festivals, artists, and best deals in summertime music this year!!

Catch this and all episodes, YouTube links to recentepisodes, behind the scenes pics of EACH, episode, some pics of Mitch's "celebrity" encounters, and much more at mitchwonders.com , and...THANK YOU!

The lost gold of Sam Bass, has Mitch tracked it to nearby Brushy Creek? And will he and DT find it?!

Catch this and all episodes, YouTube links to recentepisodes, behind the scenes pics of EACH, episode, some pics of Mitch's celebrity encounters, and much more at mitchwonders.com , and...THANK YOU!

Mitch and The Professor don't pull any punches on this weeks' episode! Listen in, IF YOU'RE READY!

Catch this and all episodes, YouTube links to recentepisodes, behind the scenes pics of EACH, episode, some pics of Mitch's celebrity encounters, and much more at mitchwonders.com , and...THANK YOU!

We've recently discussed the possibility of a serial killer on the prowl in Austin, Texas. Is there a deeper story here in Texas?

Catch this and all episodes, YouTube links to recent episodes, behind the scenes pics of EACH, episode, some pics of Mitch's celebrity encounters, and much more at mitchwonders.com , and...THANK YOU!

In a shocking move, the MLB reverses the lifetime ban on Pete Rose and "Shoeless" Joe Jackson, bringing the integrity of the game to the forefront.

Catch this and all episodes, YouTube links to recentepisodes, behind the scenes pics of EACH, episode, some pics of Mitch's celebrity encounters, and much more at mitchwonders.com , and...THANK YOU FORYOUR SUPPORT!

And maybe the real treasure is the friends we've made along the way? Mitch and old friend Pedro discuss.

Listen in, do you agree?

Catch this and all episodes, YouTube links , behind the scenes pics of EACH episode, some pics of Mitch's celebrity encounters, and much more at mitchwonders.com and...THANK YOU!

Baby podcast videos? Click bait? The embarrassment on how we waste AI...or is it?

Catch this and all episodes, YouTube links to recentepisodes, behind the scenes pics of EACH, episode, some pics of Mitch's celebrity encounters, and much more at mitchwonders.com , and...THANK YOU FORYOUR SUPPORT!

Partial credit to Stephen Hawking for this weeks' episode title.

And it doesn't, with regularity. Ol' Mitch and DT hammer out some specific life mysteries!

Catch this and all episodes, YouTube links to recent episodes, behind the scenes pics of EACH, episode, some pics of Mitch's celebrity encounters, and much more at mitchwonders.com , and...THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

Props. to Neil deGrasse Tyson for this weeks' episode title.

MLK Jr. once said:“We are not makers of history. We are made by history.”  And that's kind of what Mitch and The Professor are wondering about today.

Catch this and all episodes at mitchwonders.com , where you'll also see behind the scene pics of each weekly guest and videos from past episodes on the YouTube channel! Can't thank y'all enough!!

Kellan and Mitch ride again! Today we taste test three Central Texas whiskies to explore the varying regions and name our favorite. Texas whiskey is one of a kind - and we hope you'll hunt one out near you!

Catch up on all episodes, see behind the scenes pics of every episode and guest, as well as YouTube videos at mitchwonders.com and...thank you!

Take a moment to go to YouTube, too. You can like and subscribe (please?)!

To win the game is great, it's said. To play the game is greater. That's what "The Room" is all about, the comradery that builds as we all struggle together for a common goal, the bonds that build in that room.

Catch this and all episodes at mitchwonders.com, where you'll also see behind the mic pictures of every episode, and view videos of past episodes from the YouTube channel!

Mitch can't thank you enough for your continued support!

The Italian concept of "doing nothing" is often captured by the term "dolce far niente". Translated roughly as "the sweetness of doing nothing". We'll let a Texan be the judge of that.Catch up on all episodes, and see behind the scenes photos of each episode and guest (including YouTube links!) at mitchwonders.com ...and..THANK YOU ALL!

Regardless of the generation, The Cost of Living metaphorically speaks to what we give up, endure, and fight for in exchange for survival, success, or fulfillment. It’s the sacrifices—financial, emotional, and physical—that shape our lives, and each generation feels those costs differently.Catch recent YouTube clips (Mitch Wonders is on YouTube, like and subscribe!!), see behind the scenes pics of each guest, and binge all MWP episodes at mitchwonders.com ...and...THANK YOU!

This week's episode title brought to you by fan favorite, Henry David Thoreau!!

Mitch wonders how to fight seasonal gravy disorder, or, should we just give in?!

Catch up on all episodes, see behind the scenes pics of each episode, and play the YouTube episode link to a recent episode at mitchwonders.com ! And...THANK YOU ALL!!

Mitch and Holly go deep! Shohei, 700M, Soto, 765M.Wondering, can the first 1 Billion dollar baseball contract be far behind?

Catch Mitch and the gang LIVE ON YOUTUBE! Just search for Mitch Wonders, like, and subscribe!! And..THANK YOU!

Catch this, and all episodes, at mitchwonders.com where you can see behind the scenes photos of every episode!

With a SPECIAL GUEST, Aussie and good friend Gavin, Mitch wonders about the differences and similarities between Texas and Australia - FIRST HAND!

You can catch this and all episodes, with behind the scenes photos from each episode, and this weeks' video clip at mitchwonders.com And....THANK YOU!

Dubbed by some as “Rainey Lake Killer” , 16 bodies have been found in, or around, Lady Bird Lake in Downtown Austin. Catch this and all episodes at mitchwonders.com where you'll see behind the scenes pics of every episode and this weeks' video clip! And...THANK YOU!

“Rainey Lake Killer” - referenced in the story at

beaumontenterprise.com

Is the repeal of "toxic masculinity" under way? Mitch wonders.

Catch up on all episodes, see weekly video clips and behind the scenes photos of each episode guest at mitchwonders.com

And..THANK YOU!

Credit and full quote for this weeks' episode: “Waste no more time arguing what a good man should be. Be one.” –Marcus Aurelius

Mitch wonders, does the rise of filler talk—'like,' 'you know,' and endless small talk—reflect our fear of silence in a world that never stops talking?

Catch up on all episodes, weekly video clips, and behind the scenes photos of each episode at mitchwonders.com and...THANK YOU!

Yep, it's a simple message, with a lot of truths - that Mitch and "Virginia" Angie will break down!

You can catch up on all episodes, see behind the scenes photos of each guest, and watch this weeks' video clip at mitchwonders.com And, THANKS A HEAP!!

This weeks' title, and lyrics, courtesy of Texas' own Kacey Musgraves!

Mitch wonders, is this inflation the worst we've seen? Is there any hope? Any way to defend ourselves?

Catch up on all back episodes, see weekly video clips and behind the scenes photos of every episode at mitchwonders.com and...THANK YOU!

This weeks' title was inspired by George Carlin!

I hear about it, you hear about it, it’s coming…no real way to stop it. AI. So if it’s inevitable, how do we adapt? 

Catch up on all episodes, see behind the scenes pics of every episode, and this weeks' video clip at mitchwonders.com

And...THANK YOU!!

And thank you to Texas neighbor Elon Musk for this weeks' title quote!

Mitch wants the truth about fitness. Mitch and the Professor carve through the fitness BS for you!

Catch up on all episodes, see weekly video clips and behind the scenes photos of every episode , and guests, at mitchwonders.com and...THANK YOU!!

Today's episode title courtesy of Rocky Balboa!!

Fourth generation, or first. If you know, you know.

Catch up on all back episodes, see behind the scenes photos of Mitch and every guest, and watch video clips of this weeks' episode at mitchwonders.com and...THANK YOU!

Shout out to Manny Hernandez for this weeks' title.

Support Mitch on venmo.com@mitchwonders !

Back in the day, radio connected to us on a personal level. Today , we stream our music. Is the connection still there? Do you miss it like Mitch does?

Listen to all episodes in the library, see this weeks' video clips, and check out behind the scenes pics of every episode at mitchwonders.com and...THANK YOU!

And thanks to Peggy Noonan for this weeks' title quote!

I heard a statement the other day from Austin neighbor Joe Rogan that went something like “f*ck motivation”. But the discussion was revolving around discipline vs motivation. And Mitch is so on board.

Catch up on all episodes, see behind the scenes pics of each episode, and catch this weeks' video clip at mitchwonders.com - maybe subscribe, too?! And...THANK YOU!

Props for this weeks' episode title to none other than Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson.

Yep, George Carlin came up with that one. Mitch and the gang look back on some fun, curious times as we head into the New Year.

Catch up (and subscribe?) on all episodes, see weekly video clips, and backstage episode pics at mitchwonders.com - and a BIG thank you!

Did you know, Christmas was canceled once? Me either, and that it wasn't ALWAYS Christmas this time of year? Christmas wondering courtesy of DT, Mitch, and The Professor!

And catch up (or binge? ) on all past episodes, see behind the scenes pics, and watch a short episode video at mitchwonders.com - and THANK YOU!

In car lingo, 0 to 60 refers to acceleration. In life, it may refer to reflection. Deep.

Catch up on past episodes, view behind the scenes photos of each episode, and watch this weeks' video clip at mitchwonders.com and...THANK YOU!

Have we lost the appreciation of the "miracle" that is flight? Today we discuss, with a private pilot and good friend, the appreciation of the time portal that is flight!

Catch up on all episodes, see guest and Mitch pics, and view this weeks' video clip at mitchwonders.com - and THANK YOU!

I heard this quote in a TV show recently seeming to imply that personal growth and "holiness" often require overcoming past mistakes and flaws. Let's take a look, eh?

Catch up on all episodes, see photos of guests, and listen to a current clip at mitchwonders.com and..THANK YOU!

This title is sometimes credited to John Prine, and sometimes to Bob Marley. Regardless, it made this Texan wonder. And appreciate it more.

Catch up on back episodes, see current video clips and behind the scenes pics of every episode at mitchwonders.com ...and THANK YOU!

I woke up the DAY after Halloween to a Starbucks Christmas Ad. And that was just the start. What's the rush, are we forgetting about Thanksgiving?

Catch up on all episodes, see video clips of this weeks' episode as well as pictures of guests from episodes past at mitchwonders.com and THANK YOU!!

Fall sets in with cooler weather, making a good rye whiskey the perfect go-to. Joined by a professional distiller, his son, Mitch discusses "the bastard whiskey"!

Watch episode clips, view guest photos, and catch up on all episodes at mitchwonders.com , and THANK YOU!

The PROFESSOR returns, and we discuss the lasting legacy of the industrial age's tycoons and their philanthropic endeavors. From Andrew Carnegie’s libraries to John D. Rockefeller’s healthcare initiatives, and much more, including modern era Texas tycoons.

Catch up on past episodes (all 117!), photos of past guests, current episode video clips, at mitchwonders.com !

And THANK YOU so much for your continued support and subscriptions!

Texas is thick with ghost stories, creatures, and tales of murder and deception. Enter the tale of the Dogman of North Texas. Halloween 2024!!

Download and subscribe at mitchwonders.com where you'll find recent videos, pictures of Mitch and his guests, and much more!

Dedicated to the passing of an old Texas cowboy, we discuss if technology in todays' world has made us soft. And with the perception of tough is today.

Catch up on all episodes, comment, and subscribe at mitchwonders.com, and THANK YOU from the whole herd at The Mitch Wonders Podcast!

Do we still believe in this saying? I wonder. Is it true that people today don’t look or feel as old as someone of the same age did a generation or two ago. Join in and subscribe today! You can catch up on all episodes, view recent recording photos and videos clips, at mitchwonders.com - and THANK YOU!