Episodes
Dec. 8, 2025
Legacy Aviation Learning Center in Traverse City – Interview with the founder, Dan Jonkhoff
In this episode of “Mike Dell’s World,” host Mike Dell interviews Dan Jonkhoff, the founder and chairman of Legacy Aviation Learning Center in Traverse City. The episode discusses the unique opportunity to earn an Airframe an...
Nov. 30, 2025
We did it! (Ok, I did it!) – Introducing Cup Of Traverse City
Episode 30 of NaPodPoMo2025 is in the books, and it’s got me thinking — I’m not quite ready to stop doing daily episodes. But instead of continuing that here on Mike Dell’s World, I’m spinning up something new. Starting Decem...
Nov. 29, 2025
Why Podcasting is Special
In this episode, I spend some time reflecting on what makes podcasting such a unique and enduring medium. After more than twenty years behind the microphone, I’m still struck by how something so simple — an audio file deliver...
Nov. 28, 2025
Traverse City State Hospital
In this episode, Mike dives into the deep and fascinating history of one of Traverse City’s most iconic landmarks: the Traverse City State Hospital , also known historically as the Northern Michigan Asylum and the Traverse Ci...
Nov. 27, 2025
Traverse City is still a small town, or is it?
In this Thanksgiving Day episode, Mike reflects on the holiday, family, and the evolving character of Traverse City. It’s a bittersweet year—his family’s first Thanksgiving without his dad—but also a moment to appreciate trad...
Nov. 26, 2025
Iceland in the 90’s
In this episode, Mike takes a break from Northern Michigan stories and heads far north—way far north—to share memories from his year living in Keflavik, Iceland in the early 1990s while serving in the U.S. Air Force. Life on ...
Nov. 25, 2025
Blizzard of 78 – Though the eyes of a 12 year old
In this episode, Mike rewinds the clock to January 1978 and relives one of the most legendary winter storms in Michigan history — not as an adult, but as the 12-year-old kid he was at the time. Join Mike as he shares what it ...
Nov. 24, 2025
Other Airports Up North
In this episode of "Mike Dell's World," Mike Dell explores various airports located north of Traverse City, Michigan. He begins the show by introducing himself and referencing the previous episode about flight schools and avi...
Nov. 23, 2025
Aviation Schools in Traverse City
In this episode of "Mike Dell's World," host Mike Dell introduces the topic of aviation schools in Traverse City, specifically focusing on the Cherry Capital Airport and the various training facilities available there. The ep...
Nov. 22, 2025
A Laid-Back Saturday Update
In this episode of "Mike Dell's World," host Mike Dell provides a laid-back update on his day and upcoming plans. He begins by acknowledging the date, November 22, 2025, and mentions participating in Napod Pomo (National Podc...
Nov. 21, 2025
Ham Radio (amateur radio)
In this episode titled "Ham Radio (Amateur Radio)," host Mike Dell reflects on his youth prior to the Internet and video games, mentioning his limited interaction with CB radio rather than ham radio. He explains the differenc...
Nov. 20, 2025
Winter Driving
In this episode, Mike Dell digs into “how to drive in the snow” — timely for Northern Michigan (and anywhere else where winter hits) and packed with practical advice from his experience. Key Topics Covered: The importance of ...
Nov. 19, 2025
Slow Down!
In today’s episode of Mike Dell’s World, Mike reflects on the hectic pace of life, the whirlwind of Zoom meetings, and the importance of being intentional about slowing down. After a long, stressful year marked by personal ch...
Nov. 18, 2025
Heating with Wood
Today I talk about heating with wood and a little bit about Podcasting.
Nov. 17, 2025
Replay
Mike opens by introducing the song “Helloapocalypse” from the acoustic string-instrument group playing a blend of rap/bluegrass. He briefly discusses the sponsor—Leonard Peikoff—and his podcast on objectivism (via peikoff.com...
Nov. 16, 2025
Broadcasting in Traverse City
In this episode of Mike Dell’s World , Mike talks about what it’s like broadcasting and podcasting from Traverse City, Michigan , a place that has always had a unique blend of small-town charm, regional importance, and a surp...
Nov. 15, 2025
Leaves
Just a quick update. I spent the last 2 days dealing with leaves and some other pre-winter things that need to be done around here since the weather was so good for it. Got a late start recording today.
Nov. 14, 2025
Legal Pot in Michigan – EPISDOE 420 Dude!
In this milestone episode — number 420 , naturally — Mike takes a look at the rise of legal marijuana in Michigan. From the early days of medical cards to today’s booming recreational market, Mike walks through how the laws c...
Nov. 13, 2025
Clinch Park – Trains, boats, Zoo Animals and the little city
n this episode of "Mike Dell's World," host Mike Dell discusses Clinch Park in Traverse City. He starts with some light-hearted comments about himself, joking that he has a Dorito chip under his hat. The main topic is Clinch Park,
Nov. 12, 2025
Traverse City’s First Snowfall
In this episode titled "Traverse City's First Snowfall," Mike Dell begins by greeting listeners and introduces the episode as number 418. He shares that it is day twelve of NaPodPoMo and mentions this is the first episode recorded in real-time rather t...
Nov. 11, 2025
Veterans Day
From President Wilson on 11-11-1919 - A year ago today our enemies laid down their arms in accordance with an armistice which rendered them impotent to renew hostilities, and gave to the world an assured opportunity to reconstruct its shattered order a...
Nov. 10, 2025
50 years ago tonight Timeline of the wreck of SS Edmund Fitzgerald
This is a replay of an episode I did 10 years ago for the 40th anniversary of the sinking. - Tonight I talk about the wreck of the S.S. Edmund Fitzgerald - Timeline: - NOVEMBER 9 8:30 AM The Edmund Fitzgerald is loaded with taconite pellets at...
Nov. 9, 2025
Winterizing Your Life Up North
In this episode of "Mike Dell's World," Mike Dell discusses the topic of "Getting Ready For Winter Up North." He starts with a humorous intro he found while digging through his files, reflecting on the absence of the Internet and video games during his...
Nov. 8, 2025
Why Daylight Saving Time Drives Your Dog Crazy
In this episode titled "Why Daylight Saving Time Drives Your Dog Crazy," host Mike Dell begins by introducing the topic of Daylight Saving Time (DST), explaining that it affects most states in the U.S., and noting that clocks typically change in early ...