Level E (with Eric Lemay)

Todd won't mind me saying this...I just needed content to move on to a new computer, a new portal, and new type of software...and we went to a dive bar and just did an hour-ish of eating, having a couple of beers and talking with the mics out. And it's choppy. But I wanted it done before Christmas so...well, just because. I'm re-learning. He's just learning. And this will probably go away at some point. It's not good. Kind of interesting at points, but, not good. However...I can still figure out how to manage sound with a Zoom H6 in a budy bar...got that going for me. Thing of this episode as a restaurant that starts up after being closed for two years during the pandemic... It's really freakin' hard to make the food the same way as before...and it's going to take a couple of takes.

Eric and his dad (Norm LeMay) and brother (Craig LeMay) talk about how we gather news, facts and information 2021. It may sound a little heated at times, but everyone walked away feeling like this was pretty civil in comparison to other family conversations about some of these same things. It was waaaaaay to long (been edited), but a healthy discussion. Recorded for the record.

John Crye joins the show again to talk about his new serial fantasy novel "The Elect Stories."  Eric and John talk about his interest in the genre, how the book came about, and schools Eric on the difference between Sci-Fi and Fantasy. You can find more information at www.theelectstories.com

Jeanette Dorner has been working with communities to recover local salmon populations for the last two decades.  In her career she has been the Salmon Recovery Program Manager for the Nisqually Indian Tribe, the Director of Ecosystem and Salmon Recovery for Washington State’s Puget Sound Partnership, and is currently the Executive Director of the Mid Sound Fisheries Enhancement Group working on salmon recovery in King and Kitsap counties.  In her spare time she also serves as Chair of the Board of the Pierce Conservation District and President of the Washington Association of Conservation Districts.  Jeanette has a BS in Earth Sciences and a BA in Environmental Studies from Pacific Lutheran University and has an MS from the University of Washington’s College of Forest Resources where she studied Ecological Restoration. Some links like were discussed: http://regionalfisheriescoalition.org https://scc.wa.gov/conservation-district-map/  

John Crye talks to Eric about his decision to run for Congress in Washington State. You can find more information at: www.lemayforcongress.com, on Facebook at "Eric LeMay for Congress," and on Twitter and Instagram at "@LeMay4Congress".

Sit right back and you'll hear a tale... Eric is joined by his friends Kim Ahuja and John Louiviere as they recall their 15-day cruise on the Norwegian Pearl from Miami to Los Angeles a few years ago. Three people who shared one suite had different expectations, different experiences and different takeaways after the experience. (NOTE: There were some technical problems about 55 minutes into the show, so just ignore the poorly done editing.)

While staying home the past few weeks, you may have looked around and thought about some simple remodeling or improvements you could make. Nationally-syndicated radio host Eric G spends some time talking kitchen, batherooms, internet connections and other things you can do to make life better. Eric Goranson started his career working in local home centers managing the typical departments and learning those trades early on. Those experiences helped Eric become an expert in all aspects of home improvement and gave him the skills to talk in laymen’s terms about it. Around The House With Eric G® covers topics that are relevant to what his listeners want most; solid techniques and direction on their home improvement projects. His website is here: https://aroundthehouseonline.com

Doug Drowley has been researching family history for over 35 years; here he talks with Eric about some of the basics for people new to genealogy. He is a writer and lawyer by day in Lakewood, Washington. Here are some useful websites mentioned during the show: ancestry.com familysearch.org familytreedna.com newspapers.com chroniclingamerica.com   As always, Eric can be reached at OnLevelE@gmail.com

Liam McCauley was professional trained by Failte Ireland (the Irish tourism body) and has an official government tour guide badge. Liam tries to give tours that offer more than a recap of history as he strives to give his guests a true sense of place as they visit Ireland. His tours are private or prearranged groups of up to 60 people, up to 12 days. His routes include the Wild Atlantic Way, Ancient Irelnd, the Ring of Kerry, and/or Dublin. He can be reached at Access Ireland Tours.

Rachel Kerr returns to talk about AssKicKerr Productions and how her small businesses are dealing with the coronavirus while staying at home with kids. Lots of ways to reach Rachel to learn more: www.asskickerr.com www.instagram.com/ms.rachelkerr www.facebook.com/asskickerrproductions   She can be reached directly at rachel@asskickerr.com

Two people on the front lines of big-box retail talk with Eric about their feelings and experiences. Remember, this was recorded, so things obviously change, but it's a snapshot from two very different places in Washington State and Alabama.

John Crye, Pilar LeMay and Eric talk about theme parks. Eric still doesn't quite get it, but tries to follow along. :-)

The second part of John Crye's interview of regular host Eric LeMay.

This is the first part of John Crye interviewing regular host Eric LeMay.

Marc Levy has been in journalism for more than two decades, mainly in New England, as a reporter, columnist, copy editor and editor in newspapers and online-only sites. He lives in Cambridge, Massachusetts.   Marc and Eric talk about his background in newspaper journalism, some opining on how news is taught, and a philisophical discussion about facts.

A short look back at when Terry Anderson was released as a hostage in December 1991...and a bunch of young journalists were there at his globally transmitted press conference in Wiesbaden, Germany.

Returning guest Rachel Kerr has a new business offering public speaking engagements, life coaching and business consulting: Asskickerr Productions. Why would you need any of these things? Rachel explains it all (very well). (And Eric correctly predicts a Seahawks win at home against the Rams. hehe.) www.asskickerr.com Racehl@asskickerr.com Instagram: ms.rachelkerr    

Eric and Pilar sit down to watch a classic television show. Pilar has been a big fan geek for more than 30 years; Eric has never watched a single minute before.

Norm LeMay, talks about his self-help book: "How to get out of the Dumps: The Garbageman's Guide to Life." Learn the secrets of the garbageman: If you can toss it in the can, you can toss it out of your life! The book is available on Amazon Kindle and in paperback.

John Crye is back to talk about the making of his directorial debut: "Chance". The movie is a about a talented young baseball player's bright future being undone by the silent pressures of text bullying. For the movie's trailer go here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KAr4EFAF5oY Here is its IMDB page for even more information: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7915464/?ref_=fn_tt_tt_3