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“Live Wire always entertains with great interviews, excellent music and great host/announcer. I’m excited to see it pop up in my podcast queue!”
Matt 3205 via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/29/24
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“I love everything about this show. It’s perfect company when I’m in the kitchen cooking or commuting to work. The Best News is a really unique (refrettably) portion and always makes my day brighter. Thanks Luke, Elena, and team for such a beautiful show.”
KaleyOne via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/11/23
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“Live Wire has an incredible spectrum of guests, topics, discussions and musical guests that provides a palate cleanser after drudging through the usual news and politics of the day.”
questionlp via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/03/23
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“Love the show. You’ll hear most episodes often enough to memorize them.”
RivkaBelle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/25/23
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“Livewire is the perfect reprieve from the 24/7 political podcasts that formerly consumed my days. I was drained and desperately needed laughter, positive thought, and re-ignited enthusiasm when I found Livewire. I cannot recommend this vacation for the soul enough!”
SRSC12 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/20/23
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“I discovered Livewire during my weekend NPR listening routine while living in Portland, and it quickly became a can’t-miss, with terrific interviews of interesting writers and musicians. I’m always discovering something or someone new!
When we moved back to Olympia, WA, the first show I heard...”Read full review »
olymadbird via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/17/23
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“Live Wire is the sunshine that starts my weekend. I love “The Best News.” Every week I try to beat Elena to the the new city that airs Live Wire. I have only won once. Elena is so smart. Luke is an excellent interviewer, bringing out the best in every guest. He motivates me to Google at least one...”Read full review »
from scottsdale via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/02/23
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“Really appreciate yo humor and bright”
OaklandReal via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/04/22
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“I’m liking Best News, happy and positive at a time when we need happy and positive.”
Kent Parkstreet via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
01/20/22
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“Thanks for the good news”
Hera D via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/13/22
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“Why in the world would you have a man speak for marlee matlin? Anyone who tuned in past about thirty seconds in was lost. I was until I searched who was guest this week. Maybe it was her choice but regardless it was extremely confusing.
Love you guys y’all are my weekend staple.
Criticizing...”Read full review »
*stelo via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/03/21
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“Each week I put in live wire when I need jovial, kind, thoughtful, creativity in my day! Love the show!”
SF-Ten via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/13/21
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“Fantastic hosts, witty and smart and I love Elena’s warmth and wonderful weirdness, and I learn so much from guests I’d never have encountered otherwise. One of my favorite shows!”
TheTacoBelle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/08/21
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“Live Wire is extremely entertaining. Guest interviews are enlightening and funny, the music is fresh, the stand-ups are hilarious, the co-host banter is both warm and witty.”
mdbiddle via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/19/20
“Funny, fascinating and profound guests every show”
Ghostsofxmas via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/18/19
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“Luke & Elena are superb.”
Fish de Schaumburg via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/11/19
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“This is mean, dismiss me as petty, whatever makes you feel good about yourself, but; like,like, like, like, like, like, he was like, like, like, like, like, like, like, like, like, like, like, like, like, like, like, like,... think it’s an exaggeration? Give one of your episodes a listen and...”Read full review »
Local 5 Jeff via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/19/19
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“Maybe one in ten guests. This is becoming a boys' club show. Male voices are all I hear on the show, while the credits name numerous women, and the donors, too. How about a little equal representation, eh?”Read full review »
ida hennessey via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/29/17
“I have enjoyed hearing Luke on Wait Wait for years and always found him funny. With Livewire he has created something wonderful that is a perfect showcase for his, and others, talents. His skills as an interviewer and host are spot on. Having a highly enthusiastic audience really helps give the...”Read full review »
Pérhimself via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/24/17
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“You get a nice variety of music, comedy, and interesting interviews with this show. The live audience gives it a nice energy. Enjoyable!”
274!,83'xjxndicneicny via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/04/16
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“Great variety show. Great guests. Host Burbank is hilarious.”
trt98 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/29/16
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“I just listened to the labor day episode with a fantastic interview with Joey Harrington on my local affiliate KUOW. This needs to be in my podcast rotation again!”
Northnortheast via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/04/16
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“trying to find the newest episodes!”
tallazguy21 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/09/16
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“Just boring and not usually very funny. They do have good music artists on however.”
Princessboi via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/04/16
“A hilarious and endearing radio variety show. Fun interviews with interesting guests, excellent musical acts, and awkward-funny anecdotes from host Luke Burbank. A great way to spend about an hour. One of my favorites.”
DevinSunde via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/04/16
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“I came to Live Wire Radio via TBTL (Too Beautiful To Live). It is very refreshing and interesting. I like the format and variety of guests. I hope more NPR stations pick it up. I wish I had discovered it sooner.”
sempronialou via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/25/16
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“This is a fantastic radio show. I'm so glad it's a podcast as well, as it's not broadcast in my area...YET! The host (Luke Burbank of another really great podcast, Too Beautiful to Live, and Wait, Wait, etc.) is funny and always entertaining with his personal stories. They have...”Read full review »
LaurelGR via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/06/16
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“...it makes me think. This is one the best podcasts out there. Great guests, smart staff, plus new music every week.”
Fawnapril via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/05/15
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“About half the new Portland bands I discover come from LiveWire. Love Luke!”
ToddPDX via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/04/15
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“The show is fresh, funny, and full of heart. Excellent guests, great music, and Luke Burbank is a charismatic host. It's like one stop shopping for your cultural fix!”Read full review »
Hadden via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/03/15
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“I love the new format. I've always thought podcasts should be different than LIVE version. If you went to a taping of Livewire, there is a so much more in the podcast. Nice interview with Sir Mix A-Lot to add to the whole Baby Got Back Glee story. Luke Burbank is making this show rock!”Read full review »
Storyteller44 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/13/13
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“Interesting and funny and sweet. Such an awesome couple and great gross history.”
RosieNinjaMama via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/03/13
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“Have been going to the live shows since the early days at the Aladdin Theater, receive the podcast and listen to the actual radio show whenever possible. I love the variety, the quality content and the humor. Hats off to the hard work and creativity! Live Wire is a real WIN!!!”
darlingemmy via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/08/13
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“I really like this show, but I live here in the Pacific Northwest. Authentic, funny and very listenable. Great to have in the headphones during a workout session or on the radio during a drive. While I miss Courtenay as the host, Luke Burbank is growing on me. If you're ever in Portland...”Read full review »
dokny via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/02/13
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“Live Wire! has a wonderful diversity and continues to pull in excellent guests. I've been listening to this both on the radio and via podcast for years. (As well as some live performances.)”Read full review »
greyaenigma via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/29/13
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“Live music? check.
Sketch comedy? check.
Funny and engaging interviews? check.
All of that on stuff crammed into my iPod? -- check check check!
"Live Wire" is a great way to be at a live radio variety show without actually having to attend a live radio variety show. Well done!”Read full review »
ColdPack via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/28/13
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“Live Wire is a great combination of music, humor, and literary criticism. It never fails to satisfy my hunger for intelligent humor and new music. We never miss a show and we love to see it live when we can. We even listen to the shows we attended when they air. Is that too much? The writers...”Read full review »
gilliam1950 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/28/13
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“Livewire Radio takes sketch comedy, live music, and fascinating people and stirs them together to create a tasty gumbo that they then use to nourish and revive the fading art of Radio Variety Programs. Have a taste won't you?”Read full review »
Confession-Al via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/07/13
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“When a show like SNL makes fun of someone or something it's because it's funny. When Livewire makes fun it's because they think they are better than everyone, and every thing that came before. Just a bunch of hipster ______.”Read full review »
Me of corse, me via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/16/12
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“I feel like this show respects my dignity and intelligence while still allowing me to laugh at a few childish jokes along the way. Some folks think of this show as smug, pompous, or what have you. This is a misinterpretation of the shows refusal to assume that its audience is stupid or...”Read full review »
Coffeehouseloser via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/12/11
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“I love the urban, grittier take on "A Prairie Home Companion" style live variety shows! I've been following this show all through the '00s and appreciate its musical guests and interesting guests.”Read full review »
brockmon via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/11/11
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“I don't like being pandered to. Live Wire! never reaches a happy medium. It is either too smug and too good for you or it panders to you and begs you to think that it's funny and it hardly ever is. Sometimes it's a little better than this if you see it live but most of the...”Read full review »
Calista Sallinger via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/14/09
“You have to love Portland. They try really hard to be hip, modern, and relevant. Yet for all of their effort, this is the best they can do. A few episodes featuring the same tired old Pacific Northwest dinosaurs. Dan Savage? Oh come on. Storm Large? That ship hasn't sailed yet? Please....”Read full review »
GrandPoobah2000 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/01/09
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“Most Stumptown natives and many folks not fortunate enough to be born in the Northwest know that Live Wire! truly rocks. A tiny band of radio soldiers battle big icky corporate radio programs and not only win, but stick the corpse on a stick and dance around it. You listen, you'll agree.”Read full review »
tomigunn via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/26/08
“Better writing than Prairie Home Companion - more youthful and edgy. And none of that irritating breathing through the nose every few words like PHC's famous self-infatuated host. Not every skit or premise is spot-on, but that's the nature of creative experimentation. Bare with it and...”Read full review »
octane creative via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/26/07
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“Reminds me of Saturday Night Live back when it was funny. Playful skits and clever interviews. LOVE the Bruce Campbell and Darkhorse interview. The comic book goddess in me was very pleased. Part corn, part fluff, all va va voom. Flirty and fun this podcast is completely worth your time.”Read full review »
cajunbliss via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/06/07
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