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COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil

by David J. MacNeil

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One on one conversations with some of the amazing people I've met throughout my travels.

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Episodes

  1. Ep. 20 - Malcolm Hill

    Ep. 20 features a chat with Malcolm Hill who left his homeland of Australia in 2016 with his new wife Anisa to start a surf school in Costa Rica. Today Anisa and Malcolm have two sons, a successful business, and a new podcast about moving to Costa Rica. We chatted about all of that and much more.

  2. Ep. 20 - Malcolm Hill - Teaser

    This is a teaser for Ep. 20. This episode features a chat with Malcolm Hill who left his homeland of Australia in 2016 with his new wife Anisa to start a surf school in Costa Rica. Today Anisa and Malcolm have two sons, a successful business, and a new podcast about moving to Costa Rica.

  3. Ep. 19 - Gisele Corinthios

    Ep. 19 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil features an interview with my longtime friend and children's TV host, Gisele Corinthios. We chatted about Gisele's many years entertaining pre-schoolers on TV Ontario, as well as her brand new Youtube channel, The Gisele Mishmash.

  4. Ep. 19 - Gisele Corinthios - Teaser

    This is a teaser for Episode 19 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil. This episode features an interview with my longtime friend and children's TV host, Gisele Corinthios. We chatted about Gisele's many years entertaining pre-schoolers as well as her brand new Youtube channel, The Gisele Mishmash.

  5. Ep. 18 - Maureen Riley

    This episode features an interview with my lovely and talented friend, Maureen Riley. We chatted about many of our shared experiences working in the entertainment biz, as well as her impressive career as a television producer.

  6. Ep. 18 - Maureen Riley - Teaser

    This is a teaser for Episode 18 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil. This episode features an interview with my lovely and talented friend, Maureen Riley. We chatted about many of our shared experiences working in the entertainment biz, as well as her impressive career as a television producer.

  7. Ep. 17 - Tommy Chong - Part 3 (of 3)

    This Episode turned into a total of 6 conversations with the one and only Tommy Chong that I ended up editing into a three-parter. These episodes are less edited than others to allow Tommy to be Tommy.

  8. Ep. 17 - Tommy Chong - Part 2 (of 3)

    This Episode turned into a total of 6 conversations with the one and only Tommy Chong that I ended up editing into a three-parter. These episodes are less edited than others to allow Tommy to be Tommy.

  9. Ep. 17 - Tommy Chong - Part 1 (of 3)

    This Episode turned into a total of 6 conversations with the one and only Tommy Chong that I ended up editing into a three-parter. These episodes are less edited than others to allow Tommy to be Tommy.

  10. Ep. 16 - Martin Ortiz-Luis

    Episode 15 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil features a chat with up and coming actor, singer/songwriter, and the first ever official anthem singer for the NHL's Toronto Maple Leafs, Martina Ortiz-Luis.

  11. Ep. 16 - Martina Ortiz-Luis - Teaser

    This is a teaser for Episode 15 of COOL STORY with David J. MAcNeil featuring a chat with up and coming actor, and Toronto Maple Leafs official anthem singer, Martina Ortiz - Luis.

  12. Ep. 15 - Seán Cullen

    Episode 15 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil features an interview with the very talented Canadian performer, Seán Cullen. We chatted about many of his experiences working in show business including his first foray into American television.

  13. Ep. 15 - Seán Cullen - Teaser

    This is a teaser for Episode 15 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil. This episode features an interview with the very talented Canadian performer, Seán Cullen. We chatted about many of his experiences working in show business including his first foray into American television.

  14. Ep. 14 - Jonathan Baldock

    This episode features an interview with my buddy Jonathan Baldock. We talked about the App that Jonathan has created called Glimpse Social. An app that he hopes will be a valuable tool for life under COVID-19 as well as helping Americans make sure they get to exercise their right to vote this...

  15. Ep. 14 - Jonathan Baldock - Teaser

    This is a teaser for Episode 14 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil. This episode features an interview with my buddy Jonathan Baldock. We talked about the App that Jonathan has created called Glimpse Social that he hopes will soon be a big help to people in these trying times.

  16. Ep. 13 - Mike Scott - Part 2

    Episode 13, part2 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil features an interview with Mike Ross, the voice of the Toronto Maple Leafs. We talked about working inside of the NHL Playoff COVID-19 bubble as well as the benefits of speaking a second language, in this case, speaking French in Canada.

  17. Ep. 13 - Mike Ross - Part 1

    Episode 13, part 1 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil features an interview with Mike Ross, the voice of the Toronto Maple Leafs. We talked about his early days in broadcasting as well as the job offer that changed his life overnight.

  18. Ep. 13 - Mike Ross - Teaser

    This is a teaser for Episode 13 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil. This episode features an interview with Mike Ross, the Toronto Maple Leafs game announcer. We talked about the phone call that changed his life, and more.

  19. Ep. 13 - Teaser

    This is a teaser for Episode 13 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil. This episode features an interview with Mike Ross, the Toronto Maple Leafs game announcer. We talked about the phone call that changed his life, and more.

  20. Ep. 12 - Alex Normand

    Episode 12 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil features an interview with my friend Alex Normand. We chatted about Alex & MJ - On the Go, the French language travel series he has co-hosted with his girlfriend MJ for the past four years.

  21. Ep. 12 - Alex Normand - Teaser

    This is a teaser for Episode 12 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil. This episode features an interview with my friend Alex Normand. We chatted about Alex & MJ - On the Go, the French language travel series he has co-hosted with his girlfriend MJ for the past four years.

  22. Ep. 11 - Vitold Vidic

    Episode 11 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil features an interview with my buddy Vitold Vidic. We talked about how positivity and "choosing to be happy" have helped Vitold with some of the trials in his life; from growing up in a country at war, to losing his wife Barbara to brain cancer.

  23. Ep. 11 - Vitold Vidic - Teaser

    This is a teaser for Episode 11 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil. This episode features an interview with my buddy Vitold Vidic. We talked about how positivity and "choosing to be happy" have helped Vitold with some of the trials in his life; from growing up in a country at war, to losing his...

  24. Ep. 10 - Richard de Gouveia

    This episode features an interview with my friend Richard de Gouveia. When Richard was 22 years-old a devastating blow was dealt him that made him rethink how he should live the rest of his life.

  25. Ep. 9 - Richard de Gouveia - Teaser

    This is a teaser for Episode 10 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil. This episode features an interview with my friend Richard de Gouveia. When Richard was 22 years-old, a devastating blow was dealt him that made him rethink how he should live the rest of his life.

  26. Ep. 9 - Tammy and Russ

    Episode 9 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil features an interview with my friends and fellow part-time ex-pats, Tammy and Russ Wandzura. We chat about splitting their time between Costa Rica, and running a large family farm back in Canada. Also, another Tammy I know, Tammy Lovell, stops in to...

  27. Ep. 9 - Tammy and Russ - Teaser

    This is a teaser for Episode 9 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil. This episode features an interview with my friends and fellow part-time ex-pats, Tammy and Russ Wandzura.

  28. Ep. 8 - Rebecca Burridge

    Episode 8 features an interview with Rebecca Burridge about her journey as a trans woman. Also, stay tuned for another instalment of Please Don't Try This At Home as told by Patrick Ronan.

  29. Ep. 8 - Rebecca Burridge - Teaser

    This is a teaser for episode 8 which features a conversation with my friend Rebecca Burridge about her journey as a trans woman.

  30. Ep. 7 - Steve Markle

    Episode 7 features a conversation with my friend and filmmaker, Steve Markle. Steven's most recent film, Shoot to Marry, is a mix of documentary and rom-com, that is now available on iTunes.

  31. Ep. 6 - Barbara Holliday

    Episode 6 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil features an interview with comedian and LA comedy club owner / operator, Barbara Holliday. This week's instalment of Please Don't Try This At Home is presented by my friend, Toronto-based television producer, Maureen Riley.

  32. Ep. 6 - Barbara Holliday - Teaser

    This is a teaser for Episode 6 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil. This episode features an interview with comedian and LA comedy club owner / operator, Barbara Holliday.

  33. Ep. 5 - Paul Dixon

    Episode 5 features a conversation with former Navy SEAL and personal trainer, Paul Dixon. Also, Jonathan Baldock shares his story in the 5th instalment of Please Don't Try This At Home.

  34. Ep. 5 - Paul Dixon - Teaser

    This is a teaser for episode 5 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil. This episode features a sit-down with my friend, former Navy SEAL and personal trainer, Paul Dixon.

  35. Ep. 4 - Johnny Hayes

    Episode 4 features a conversation with my buddy, Johnny Hayes. Johnny travels the world these days producing the big screen video presentations for many of the biggest pop stars of the day. His curiosity has taken him to some interesting places, and on one night, it almost got him killed. More on...

  36. Ep. 4 - Johnny Hayes - Teaser

    This is a teaser for episode 4 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil. This episode features a sit-down with my buddy Johnny Hayes.

  37. Ep. 3 - Michele Simmons

    Episode 3 features an interview with Playa's del Coco's life of the party, Michele Simmons, and a new instalment of Please Don't Try This At Home, with Tony Devlin.

  38. Ep. 3 - Michele Simmons - Teaser

    This is a teaser for Episode 3 featuring my friend, Playas del Coco's life of the Party, Michele Simmons.

  39. Ep. 2 - Frank

    Episode 2 of COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil features a conversation with my friend Frank who recently retired after 31 years service as a California Correctional Officer. Stay tuned after our chat as well for another instalment of Please Don't Try This At Home, featuring a story by Paul...

  40. Ep. 2 - Frank - Teaser

    A teaser for Episode 2 featuring a chat with my friend Frank, who is a retired California Correctional Peace Officer.

  41. Ep. 1 - Joe Motiki

    Episode 1 - This COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil episode features a conversation with TV host and actor, Joe Motiki

  42. Ep. 1 - Joe Motiki -Teaser

    This is the teaser for Episode 1 of my podcast COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil.

  43. COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil - Launch - Teaser

    This is a teaser for the launch of my new podcast Cool Story with David J. MacNeil.

About this show

One on one conversations with some of the amazing people I've met throughout my travels.

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David J. MacNeil

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Leisure

Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil have?

COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil has 43 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on December 14, 2020.

What is COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil about?

One on one conversations with some of the amazing people I've met throughout my travels.

How often does COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil release new episodes?

COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil publishes weekly, based on its 43 episodes since April 2020.

Who hosts COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil?

COOL STORY with David J. MacNeil is created and hosted by David J. MacNeil.
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