Michael Interviewed...

Shoji Tabuchi
Branson Star
March 3, 2001
(rebroadcast from January 18, 1997)

There's more to Shoji's theater than just a great bathroom. There's 1-4 shows per week and even the occasion where Shoji hangs from a parachute while playing the violin. Originally from Osaka, Japan, his family was a little surprised the first time they visited Shoji's 20 theaters... not to mention the bathrooms.

Listen in for violin virtuoso Shoji Tabuchi, who was swept up by Roy Acuff from the Grand Ole Opry and has been fiddling ever since. (Yes, that's John, Jeff and Clyde playing along with Shoji...)

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Michael Interviewed...

Mike O'Brien
Professor and former associate editor of the News Leader
March 3, 2001

Formerly a columnist for the News Leader, and now a journalism teacher, Mike knows about what happens in Springfield. From speed traps, to large cash bounties, to the growth in Branson, Mike has seen it in his 30 years at the paper.

Listen in for the plight of a city named Springfield

Michael Interviewed...

Randy Vance
Bass Pro Shops
March 3, 2001

Looking for something to go with your power sand worm? Maybe a magnum grub or stinky bait? Randy knows how to make the bass bite, but he's not giving out any secrets.

Listen in and you can wake up to the screaming reel alarm and get ready to go fishin'...

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