200 episodes
Ride Home Rants Mike Bono
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"Ride Home Rants" is a podcast brought to you by Comedian Mike "Bono" Bonaventura. The podcast has a different guest each week from a different career field and background talking about what led them into their career and the stops along the way. These guests are your everyday people who provide insight into their own journeys and life goals which we all have. Tune in, check us out, and hear from these great guests!
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Cleveland Showdown: East vs. West - Neighborhoods, Food, and Fun
Send us a Text Message.Which side of Cleveland truly reigns supreme: East or West? Join us as we host a spirited debate with local experts Tony Bogan, Jordan Whetson, Steve Thompson, and Wendy Kunash, each bringing their unique perspectives to the table. Tony passionately advocates for the close-knit communities and notable suburbs of the east side, while Jordan finds charm and spacious homes on the west side irresistible. Steve stands by the west side’s allure with its professional sports an...
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Rediscovering Life Through Music and Food
Send us a Text Message.What if witnessing a tragic event could redefine your entire life's trajectory? Join us for a heartfelt conversation with Tyler Gancos from Ashtabula County, Ohio, as he recounts his journey from growing up in a tough Cleveland neighborhood to finding peace in the rural serenity of Jefferson, Ohio. Tyler takes us through his high school adventures at Jefferson High School, where he navigated the complexities of adolescence through football, music, and theater, often fin...
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Inside the NBA Finals: Mavericks vs. Celtics Breakdown, Predictions, and Global Impact
Send us a Text Message.Ready for a courtside experience that takes you into the heart of the NBA Finals? Buckle up as we bring you a deep dive into the electrifying matchup between the Dallas Mavericks and the Boston Celtics. Our star-studded panel, featuring Tony Bogan, Mister Askew, Bill Stoy, Drew McLaughlin, Mike Worrell, and Bob Gavalier, kick things off with a spirited debate on the greatest Lakers player of all time—think Kobe Bryant, Magic Johnson, and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. Get ready t...
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Gridiron Tales and Personal Well-being with a Veteran Coach
Send us a Text Message.As a former student-athlete turned head coach, Shawn Dodd's story is more than just a professional arc—it's a heartfelt journey back to the roots that shaped him. In our latest conversation, we're thrilled to host Coach Dodd, who takes us along on his nostalgic trip from North High School in Eastlake, Ohio, to the football fields of Europe, and back again. His tale is one of full-circle moments, where past and present connections with Nick Tomba and Jason Bickel illumin...
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Celebrating Patio Life and the Joys of Comfort Food with Friends
Send us a Text Message.Ever found yourself completely enraptured by the charm of a bustling outdoor patio? That's exactly where Fiddy and I, Mike Bono, along with a panel of guests, take you in our latest episode. We unpack the often overlooked pleasures of patio lounging, from the sun-kissed afternoons in Cleveland to the electric nights out with friends. Uniting under the banner of patio appreciation, we toast to the camaraderie and tranquility these outdoor havens offer, proving that patio...
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From the Locker Room to the Laugh Track: The Life Lessons of High School Sports with David Frank
Send us a Text Message.Dive headfirst into the heart and hustle of high school sports with David Frank, an Erie native with a playbook full of wisdom from his coaching career, which spans the fields of Pennsylvania to the courts of North Carolina. This episode is an intimate huddle that will have you reminiscing about the golden days of high school athletics and the coaches that shaped us. We're tackling everything from the cultural melting pot of sports loyalties in Erie, to the emotional ro...