Uncommon Content
Welcome to Uncommon Content; the podcast where we explore the extraordinary in the everyday. Join Michael as he delves into thought-provoking discussions from the intricacies of society, to the lighter side of life with stories about personal adventures and local legends.
Each episode promises a unique blend of humor, critique, and insight on topics ranging from the power of perspective to the peculiar habits of our society. Whether it's analyzing the impact of empty government buildings, celebrating the spirit of animal lovers, or uncovering the truth behind "nice fuzzy words" used in deception, Uncommon Content offers a fresh take on both the mundane and the sensational.
Tune in for a journey through the unconventional, the untold, and the undeniably entertaining."
Michael is the author of OFF THE RESERVATION; Stories I Almost Took To The Grave Probably Should Have, published in 2015. You will be able to listen to the book chapter by chapter for free, beginning October 1st!
Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately detailing the reckless hijinks of a bipolar alcoholic. This stranger-than-fiction true story spans over three (five now!) decades, as Michael recounts his tales with wincing honesty. Eventually, the maniacal nights of booze, drugs, and sex give way to rude awakenings in empty rooms, jail cells, and beds of snow from a failed suicide by Mother Nature. Rossi learns most of his lessons--gradually, reluctantly, painstakingly--without imposing them on anyone. Thankfully for us, these unapologetic, darkly comic tales haven't been taken to the grave just yet.
- Update frequency
- every 4 days
- Average duration
- 23 minutes
- Episodes
- 86
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Boys Will Be Boys
On this episode I discuss somebody discussing cartels, how I am feeling taller every day (thereby loving Mexicans even more), and how I should always deal with fear... whether it is legally stealing …
One Ticket To Paradise
On this episode I am entering the last ten days of the Mazatlán leg of my trip and I think it might have been the easiest part. I've started making videos and I look as dumb as expected, but I have p…
I Carried A Watermelon
On this episode I discuss the vacation portion of my vacation; living it up for a day in the Golden Zone. I also delve deeper into the car washer patio show, and describe how I used to catfish girls …
A Peso For Your Thoughts
Week one of my trip around the world is checked off the list! On this episode I visit a casino and shopping mall, stand half-naked naked on the patio admiring the citizenry, and discuss how we are al…
How Much Is That Gringo In The Window?
On this episode of Uncommon Content; all of my personalities have arrived safely in Mazatlán, Mexico. The Gonzo year of this podcast has begun and despite an immediate setback, due to our lack of awa…
I'll Be Back; Don't Become O'Fallon Heights While I'm Gone
On this episode of Uncommon Content I layout the plan for my solo trip around the world. My only goal is to spend one year abroad and see as much as I can. I want to see if for myself and I am going …
Civis Americus Sum
This week on Uncommon Content... I discuss the Real ID cash-grab from the perspective of another unsatisfied customer of the State of Illinois, why bureaucratic Karens flock to DMVs, and how I intend…
Show Me My Papers!
This week on Uncommon Content... I discuss the constant reminder of my birth, give a shout-out to prison dogs keeping it real, discuss selling temporary pieces of me, and ask for prayers to Our Lady …
Wanderlust
This week on Uncommon Content... I discuss the effectiveness of strategic procrastination when joining the gym, people who are working out furiously to keep up with friends because they are embarrass…
Is A Bear Catholic?
On this episode of Uncommon Content I discuss more writer’s block, tell a few pope jokes, and run a thought experiment on the shitshow that would occur if Trump died in office of natural causes.
Off The Reservation - Chapter 29 - A Walk In The City
Chapter 29 - A Walk In The City
Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately detail…
Off The Reservation - Chapter 28 - The Animal
Chapter 28 - The Animal
Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately detailing the …
Thank God I'm A Straight White Male
This week on Uncommon Content we celebrate one year of the show! My goal for the first year was to generate 24 hours of original content, and the show has almost 30 hours and growing!
There are only t…
Off The Reservation - Chapter 27 - Morally Indefensible
Chapter 27 - Morally Indefensible
Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately deta…
Off The Reservation - Chapter 26 - Off The Reservation
Chapter 26 - Off The Reservation
Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately detai…
Kenny Walthes
This week on Uncommon Content, we discuss adopted dogs from the wrong side of the tracks, how beer and dogfood built St. Louis, farming as a future, and how much it costs to put a block of butter in …
Off The Reservation - Chapter 25 - Turn Out The Lights, The Party's Over
Chapter 25 - Turn Out The Lights, The Party's Over
Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir…
A Cold Civil War
This week on Uncommon Content, I discuss an embarrassing congress, property taxes, whether or not to form your own nation, and the actual state of our union.
No guest this week. I wanted to give my o…
Off The Reservation - Chapter 24 - Someone Is Here
Chapter 24 - Someone Is Here
Equal parts shocking and moving, Off the Reservation: Stories I Almost Took to the Grave and Probably Should Have is an absurdist confessional memoir, accurately detailing…
Shaun Spencer
This week on Uncommon Content, we discuss self-checkout statistics, whether or not aging gracefully is a good idea, dirt racing, cult classic movies from childhood, and hotel shenanigans.
My guest is…