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TCNH: The Listener Co-Host Initiative w/ Mike

TCNH: The Listener Co-Host Initiative w/ Mike "MikeV" Vasiliauskas

Posted by Craig Norris on Jun 11, 2009

First of all I want to thank Craig for coming on my local late night talk show. However, in the future I would urge him to adopt a more appropriate look for the occasion. Seriously though I am trying to run a classy show here not a 1980's Zellers! HI YO!!

Anyways, around here in blog city I am known as MikeV. Well in the "real world" I am known as Michael Vasiliauskas (it's Lithuanian). I am a 26-year-old human male living in Fredericton, New Brunswick. Last year I graduated from the University of New Brunswick with a bachelor degree in arts majoring in modern history. So far this has not brought with it the glory that I had deluded myself into thinking it would, but as they say I keep on trucking. While I was born in the provincial capital I actually spent most of my formidable years in a small town of just over 5,000 called Woodstock, NB. If I were to pick an indie music town of the year I think it would be safe to say it would not win. No offence to the town but there are too many Nickelback fans there!!

I am actually a newcomer to Radio 3. My obsession began at the beginning of the year with the year-end special podcasts. Now I am on the blog everyday! I can't help it because my fellow bloggers rock too hard for me to not come back. My only regret is that I did not discover this earlier, but better late than never. Today my big hope for show is that those people who tuned in just for me (friends, family, etc.) might actually discover some new great music like I have in the last few months.

In conclusion I turn to my home province. For better or worse New Brunswick is my home.  I am the first co-host from this province and I do not take that honour lightly. I thus in conjunction with the Department of Tourism, Trade, and Roadside Urine Jug Collection will now proudly mention our top three exports to the world in hope that you get a better picture of what we are all about. They are in no specific order: frozen french fries, lottery tickets, and Julie Doiron!! Enjoy the show folks.

My Questions for you today are: Have you ever listened to Craig's show sober? Are those pantaloons you are wearing? Why do birds suddenly appear when you are near? Are you filling your pockets with seeds? That is a messed up way to get attention. STOP IT!!

Okay so I don't really have a question because I am not clever like you, but I am on the blog and you are free to ask me anything. You know the drill.

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  1. mikegibbons
    01

    @MikeV

    On a scale from zero to very, how excited was Craig about playing in London tonight? Had he heard about the $1.99 grilled cheese with bacon and a side of fries?

    And, Yes, I'm wearing shorts, they don't, no.
  2. mcfflyer
    02

    MikeV-

    And what is the capital of Lithuania, anyway?

    Welcome to the club! I believe you are No. 17!

    Lee Hower
    Sacramento, California
  3. suckamc
    03

    YAY

    Yay MikeV! Looking forward to the show!

    Martin
  4. MikeV
    04

    Re: TCNH: The Listener Co-Host Initiative w/ Mike "MikeV" Vasiliauskas

    Hey everyone.

    @mikegibbons - We didn't get into that but who would not be excited about @1.99 grilled cheese with bacon and a side of fries

    @Lee - Vilnius

    For anyone else I forgot I am on Facebook so you can add me if you like.
  5. jsnmcd
    05

    Re: TCNH: The Listener Co-Host Initiative w/ Mike "MikeV" Vasiliauskas

    Chances are, if you study art and history, or some combination of art and history, you will be living in a basement apartment at some point in your life.
  6. tb3
    06

    Yay! Another week of Lenny!

    (it never gets old)

    @MikeV - we're recording in T-minus 2.

    @MikeGibbons - you need a ride tonight?
  7. rocknrollloser
    07

    Re: TCNH: The Listener Co-Host Initiative w/ Mike "MikeV" Vasiliauskas

    That is a very sexy picture of Craig! I hope he didn't try to grope you too much... but I sure could use some tips on sweating to the oldies.
  8. MikeV
    08

    @jsnmcd

    Truer words have not been spoken.
  9. MikeV
    09

    @rocknrollloser

    I had to throw out Craig's chair after.
  10. tb3
    10

    @jsnmcd

    Ha-ha! The joke is on you! I've studied art, history and art history. And I've never lived in the basement compartment.


    @MikeV: you said like Lee! Have you created a new name just to host again.
  11. rocknrollloser
    11

    @MikeV

    Is that chair still up for grabs? It would make a nice conversation piece in my place
  12. MikeV
    12

    @tb3

    I assume you mean sound like Lee, and no its me. My voice is deeper than I thought.
  13. kks
    13

    @MikeV

    Boxers or briefs?
  14. MikeV
    14

    @rocknrollloser

    If you don't mind dumpster diving then it's yours.
  15. MikeV
    15

    @kks

    Old plastic bags.
  16. Jason Neve
    16

    I Like the Radio

    I've been away for a week, on vacation.... but I'm back at my "workstation", and I can't resist posting a comment, except to say hi.

    The name Mike V reminds me of Mike Vallely, which reminds me of Rodney Mullen, who is basically an alien brought to earth to teach things to humans.
  17. kks
    17

    @MikeV

    Dollar store plastic bags or those new reusable burlap sack bags?
  18. MikeV
    18

    @kks

    Dollar store on weekdays, burlap on weekends.
  19. AlexOfAnders
    19

    Re: TCNH: The Listener Co-Host Initiative w/ Mike "MikeV" Vasiliauskas

    Awesome start up Mike!

    So...what's that website of yours?
  20. oysterboy
    20

    Vasiliauskas

    I'd like to point out that it took me only 12 years to learn to spell Mike's last name correctly, and only 6 to learn to pronounce it.
  21. jsnmcd
    21

    Re: TCNH: The Listener Co-Host Initiative w/ Mike "MikeV" Vasiliauskas

    I will add Mike V on facebook tonight. Work blocks that stuff here. I need more facebook friends.
  22. MikeV
    22

    @AlexOfAnders

    Thanks Alex. As for the website you really don't want to know.
  23. oysterboy
    23

    Re: TCNH: The Listener Co-Host Initiative w/ Mike "MikeV" Vasiliauskas

    On another note I see Broken Social Scene and Stars are both coming up so I'm excited for the show.
  24. MikeV
    24

    @oysterboy

    Hey I think I know you from somewhere? :)
  25. kks
    25

    @MikeV

    you sir, live like a king.

    what are your thoughts on pancakes vs waffles?
  26. MikeV
    26

    @kks

    I like them both I have to say. I can't choose between them.
  27. kks
    27

    i would like to point out

    Enter Comment Here:
  28. AlexOfAnders
    28

    @kks

    Waffle on pancakes sandwich, that's the obvious choice.
  29. kks
    29

    ..that i hit enter too early

    also that the first result on google for 'Vasiliauskas' is for a dude working on Inflammatory Bowel Disease.

    connection?
  30. tb3
    30

    Fajitas…

    Crêpes, made with corn flour that taste different and are used differently.

    Discuss:
  31. rocknrollloser
    31

    Re: TCNH: The Listener Co-Host Initiative w/ Mike "MikeV" Vasiliauskas

    Hey! It's numero ampersand! My fave!
  32. kks
    32

    @

    @MikeV
    but a waffle is simply a pancake with syrup traps.. perhaps it depends how much you want to feel like god to syrup particles?

    @AlexOfAnders
    you just blew my mind O_o
  33. SChappellaz
    33

    Re: TCNH: The Listener Co-Host Initiative w/ Mike "MikeV" Vasiliauskas

    I missed the beginning of the show, but the music is good.
    Onto to questions:
    1) I always listen sober. My coffee buzz usually wears off by 10.
    2) Not pantaloons... I don't think I've ever seen pantaloons. These would be comfy pj pants (Man I love working from home!)
    3) The only birds that suddenly appear when I'm near are Canadian geese. It's a problem where I live because they are conditioned to chase people for food (whether they have seeds in pockets or not).


  34. MikeV
    34

    @kks

    Yes that's me. With your help we will cure it.
  35. rocknrollloser
    35

    Lover's Spit

    Mike, you're such a romantic
  36. AlexOfAnders
    36

    @kks

    I disagree, pancakes and waffles are quite different just their condiments are the same. But I'm a food nerd
    Food + Science = Tasty Vittles!
  37. mcfflyer
    37

    My you're a feisty lad..

    Giving Mr. Norris no quarter.

    Lee
  38. MikeV
    38

    @kks

    I got to go with Alex's suggestion. That is best sandwich idea I have heard in a long time.
  39. oysterboy
    39

    Re: TCNH: The Listener Co-Host Initiative w/ Mike "MikeV" Vasiliauskas

    Broken Social Scene actually got me more into Indie music as well. The first song I heard from them though I believe was Anthems for a Seventeen Year Old Girl.
  40. MikeV
    40

    @rocknrollloser

    Thanks Ashley. Now maybe you will let me keep my non-cohost cohost leather jacket now?
  41. Absotively
    41

    Question answers

    1. Yes.
    2. Stop looking up my skirt!
    3. The parrot doesn't suddenly appear, he rides around on my shoulder. Not the same thing.
    4. If I didn't fill my pockets with seeds, what would I feed the parrot?
  42. rocknrollloser
    42

    @MikeV

    I mean it kind of defeats the purpose of a non-cohost leather jacket. Also, I want the decoder ring back.
  43. MikeV
    43

    @rocknrollloser

    You will have to pry them out of my cold dead hands.
  44. rocknrollloser
    44

    @MikeV

    I promise you'll get them back once I get to cohost (*cough*craig*cough*) and we can change the terms of the club.
  45. MikeV
    45

    @Absotively

    Good point. I don't want to starve any parrots.
  46. rocknrollloser
    46

    Anyone In Calgary??

    http://www.theplaza.ca/repo.php

    How amazing does this look? Meet you there?
  47. AlanTrout
    47

    It's true!

    He really is a curmudgeonly guy.
  48. MikeV
    48

    @rocknrollloser

    That movie looks crazy.
  49. MikeV
    49

    @AlanTrout

    HEY!!
  50. jsnmcd
    50

    Re: TCNH: The Listener Co-Host Initiative w/ Mike "MikeV" Vasiliauskas

    Craig, how cool would it be if your first name was Chuck?
  51. AlexOfAnders
    51

    @ Repo! The Genetic Opera!

    Repo! was fun, seeing it in a theater with a bunch of people would make it even better. Have fun!
  52. AlanTrout
    52

    @MikeV

    HEY!!!
  53. MikeV
    53

    Re: TCNH: The Listener Co-Host Initiative w/ Mike "MikeV" Vasiliauskas

  54. MusicSoop
    54

    MikeV

    Sounds great. Maybe when Graham can't make it to fill in at CBC3.....
  55. MikeV
    55

    @MusicSoop

    Thanks. For some reason I think its a one time gig though. :)
  56. MikesDad
    56

    Modern History?

    I thought we paid for Medicine?
    Guess I should have sent more than $10.00
  57. MikeV
    57

    @MikesDad

    Next time don't be so cheap.
  58. MikesDad
    58

    Re: TCNH: The Listener Co-Host Initiative w/ Mike "MikeV" Vasiliauskas

    You hurt me son. You know I was trained by the best.
  59. MikeV
    59

    @MikeDad

    uh..thanks dad for not indicating any sarcasm and making me look like a heartless jerk. Thanks very much.
  60. suckamc
    60

    Re: TCNH: The Listener Co-Host Initiative w/ Mike "MikeV" Vasiliauskas

    haha I love that your family is coming on here!

    Also loving the show. :)

    Martin
  61. MikesDad
    61

    Luv ya son

    Great Job. Makes me proud!
  62. mcfflyer
    62

    Well, just call me the bringer of happy news.

    Gee, Mike, didn't you remember asking me how you could be a host and for some helpful tips? I called in some favours that Craig owed me, and here you are. Glad I could be of service.

    Now to try again: Craig, rocknrollloser. She'll be dynamite She needs to host.

    Lee Hower
  63. MikeV
    63

    @mcflyer

    No because those points are not as funny.
  64. rocknrollloser
    64

    Re: TCNH: The Listener Co-Host Initiative w/ Mike "MikeV" Vasiliauskas

    Thanks for the push Lee. If it actually happens it'll confirm Mike's theory that you are running the show at R3... conspiracy?

    Yeah Craig! Let me cohost! I am unemployed which means I have plenty of time for hilarious outtakes...
  65. MikeV
    65

    @Lee

    No thanks very much for your support. I hope you are enjoying the show?
  66. AlexOfAnders
    66

    @rocknrollloser

    I think Lee's just such a nice guy Craig can't say no to him. If Lee had full influence I think we'd have the Lee and Craig Norris Hour at least once a week (but he'd keep the initiative going too).
  67. rocknrollloser
    67

    @AlexofAnders

    You make a good point, but I think there's still a conspiracy going on here...

    Just gotta keep on Lee's good side
  68. mcfflyer
    68

    Oh gosh, I can see the accusations coming...

    Another American trying to control the world.

    No. No. A thousand times, no. That's not the case here.


    Nice job today, Mike. Glad to finally hear your voice. And really cool to have your dad chime in on the blog. Makes us dads feel still relevant in this world.

    Lee
  69. anabanana
    69

    @ Craig

    When do we find out who won the Bead Story contest?

    **hint hint**

    :)
  70. MikeV
    70

    @mcfflyer

    Thanks Lee.
  71. AlexOfAnders
    71

    Greg Boris

    Greg Boris makes me picture Craig's likeness, with a long curled mustache and goatee, black trench coat and an eye patch. Oh, and a black fedora. Maybe I can't describe it, but it was a hilarious image in my mind.
  72. marggie
    72

    NS and PEI

    ... DO, in fact, beat up on NB. It's a well-known Atlantic Canadian fact. Some people think it has to do with who has bigger concerts (with country artists and Paul McCartney and all that jazz... ). need i mention that Halifax was so "mean" to Celine that she decided not to come? That in itself means we win.

    But in reality, I think it has more to do with the inherent superiority of NS and PEI. I mean, come on, 902 area code is clearly far better.
  73. MikeV
    73

    @margie

    The fact that those two provinces have to share an area code should tell you something is very wrong with them. Go 506!
  74. suckamc
    74

    902 Represent!?

    Martin
  75. MikeV
    75

    Re: TCNH: The Listener Co-Host Initiative w/ Mike "MikeV" Vasiliauskas

    Greg Boris sounds like a guy that sells fish at the market to me.
  76. marggie
    76

    @MikeV

    I was about to defend sharing an area code w PEI (actually, my landline phone bill is cheaper b/c of it, so that's always nice)

    but i spend quite a bit of time arguing with my PEI friends that NS is better, less likely to sink, etc etc. So i guess i'm just advocating that NS is best. (sorry Martin)
  77. jillenium00
    77

    250

    Have we had 250 represented on the cohost initiative yet?
  78. AlexOfAnders
    78

    Uhoh

    Is this like some kind of bloods and crips gang fight? Do you guys meet on the boarder of the area codes for a rumble? 902 vs 506, no weapons
  79. MikeV
    79

    @marggie

    Why don't we call all three of us call a truce?
  80. MikesDad
    80

    He is a nce person

    He puppy sat for me!
  81. SChappellaz
    81

    @jillenium00

    Or 204 for that matter?
  82. oysterboy
    82

    Re: TCNH: The Listener Co-Host Initiative w/ Mike "MikeV" Vasiliauskas

    I can substantiate that Mike can make a solid effort at pretending to be a nice person. ;)
  83. MikeV
    83

    @MikesDad

    Actually that was your other son.
  84. suckamc
    84

    @Truce

    I'm in!

    as @marggie points out, PEI is likely to wash away during any given rainstorm, let alone if the sea levels rise, so we need to keep friendly with our East Coast brethren so you'll let us crash on your couches...

    Martin
  85. AlexOfAnders
    85

    @Truce

    Damn, I was already taking bets on the rumble...
  86. MikesDad
    86

    Damn the stroke.

    Your right as always. You actually turned me down!
  87. marggie
    87

    truce it is!

    Ah fine. i agree. i welcome PEI to the couches of my house, and i really do want to go to Sappyfest so i guess i'll do my best not to inspire any gang wars b/t the area codes :) i'm quite enjoying the show, too, so i spose that's a point for Mike!
  88. MikesDad
    88

    Nice guy?

    I guess your using your history background. Nice guys finishing last an all that.
  89. marggie
    89

    @AlexofAnders

    but if we're betting....
  90. AlexOfAnders
    90

    @marggie

    You planning on taking a dive for gain? I'm not that kind of bookie! I'm insulted you would think such a thing.






    pssst, talk to me later, we'll work something out.
  91. kks
    91

    mmm

    enchiladas.
  92. marggie
    92

    @AlexofAnders

    never......

    yes, yessss, glad we're on the same page.
  93. jljakobsen
    93

    @MikeV

    Haven't had much of a chance to hear commentary... stupid people keep on calling and wanting to talk to me (it's my job) I am enjoying your picks! My ears like...

    Jenelle

  94. MikeV
    94

    @jljakobsen

    Thanks very much. I am glad you are enjoying the show.
  95. mcfflyer
    95

    Supporting Canadian industry

    Hey, hey! Look what my wife packed in my lunch! Real Canadian maple sandwich cookies! And not only are they from Canada, but my step daughter picked them up for me in Yellowknife.

    But, like Craig used to say, there's more to Canada than socialized medicine and maple syrup.

    Great show today Mike, but boy, you are well on your way to be a grumpy old man! :)

    Lee
  96. MikeV
    96

    @mcfflyer

    I can't wait till I have my own lawn so I can chase kids off of it.
  97. anabanana
    97

    Re: TCNH: The Listener Co-Host Initiative w/ Mike "MikeV" Vasiliauskas

    tears :(
  98. MikeV
    98

    Re: TCNH: The Listener Co-Host Initiative w/ Mike "MikeV" Vasiliauskas

    Anyways I have to go everyone. Thanks very much for tuning in!!!
  99. tb3
    99

    The Great One Post

    Great Job, Mike V!
  100. suckamc
    100

    Re: TCNH: The Listener Co-Host Initiative w/ Mike "MikeV" Vasiliauskas

    Very much enjoyed!

    Hope to run into you at Sappyfest if I can go.

    Martin
  101. AlexOfAnders
    101

    Re: TCNH: The Listener Co-Host Initiative w/ Mike "MikeV" Vasiliauskas

    Who won the beans? I don't remember hearing Craig announce it...

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