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#98 – Mike Schwab: Lights, Laughs & Local Skies

Author
Joel Albrecht
Published
Fri 05 Sep 2025
Episode Link
https://sites.libsyn.com/179621/98-mike-schwab-lights-laughs-local-skies

Episode #98 – Mike Schwab: Lights, Laughs & Local Skies

This week I sit down with Mike Schwab — a writer, actor, comedian, and short film creator who also happens to spend part of his days observing the weather at the local airport. (Yes, that’s a real job, and yes, it’s exactly as cool as it sounds.)

We talk about the creative grind: from the challenges of writing and producing short films to the rush of comedy and the craft of acting. Mike shares stories from the stage, the page, and behind the camera, giving us a glimpse into the unpredictable life of a storyteller.

And because no conversation is complete without a plot twist, we dive into what it’s like to track weather conditions for aviation safety. Spoiler: it involves more than just looking out the window and guessing if it’ll rain.

In this episode we cover:

·         The joys and chaos of writing and performing comedy

·         How short films test every ounce of creativity

·         What actors bring to the table beyond the script

·         Life lessons from balancing art and a “day job” at the airport

·         Observing the weather and chasing tornados

Connect with Mike Schwab:Mike Schwab on LinkedIn

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