In this episode of "Running On Empty," Windy is on a quest to find diamonds in Arkansas. The show begins with Windy at a motel, where he interacts with Cindy, a desk agent who shares her passion for the area and its diamond mining opportunities. Cindy explains that the local diamond mine is not a tourist trap, as several guests have indeed found diamonds in various colors and shapes.

Cindy also discusses the unique aspect of living in a dry county, where alcohol is not sold in stores, but some local restaurants have private liquor licenses. She invites listeners to book a stay at the Yellow Diamond Inn, emphasizing her commitment to making guests feel at home.

As Windy continues his adventure, he shares his positive experiences with the friendly locals, including those at a nearby hardware store. The episode features a live tour of the motel's amenities, including a swimming pool and a children's playground. Windy humorously breaks some rules by smoking near the pool area, while also showcasing the beautiful surroundings.

The episode concludes with Windy preparing for his diamond-hunting expedition the following day, with plans to visit the hardware store for equipment.

In this episode of Running on Empty, Mr. Windy heads to Murfreesboro, Arkansas, chasing the dream of striking it rich at the Crater of Diamonds State Park. Joined by guests Phil and Joseph, from Murfreesboro Ace Hardware, dive into the gritty details of diamond hunting, from hauling a gorilla cart and shovel to sifting through every rock that might hide a treasure. But it wouldn’t be Mr. Windy without plenty of laughs along the way, as he riffs on being broke, battling dry-county liquor laws, and his shrimp-boat drinking stories. Can Mr. Windy turn gravel into glory, or will this quest leave him running on empty once again?

On this wild episode of Mr. Windy's Running On Empty Podcast, travel prep spirals into chaos as Mr. Windy stresses over digital bus tickets, charging his phone, and Arkansas marijuana laws. Windy is balancing nerves, money issues, and family drama. Something about chickens, eggs, and baseball. This has got to be one of the most unpredictable, laugh-out-loud episodes yet. Tune in as Windy slides into Texarkana, TX, off the rails.

Mr. Windy is finally leaving Michigan, and this time, he’s not looking back! The legend of Running On Empty is climbing aboard the Greyhound and rolling his way toward destiny: mining for diamonds at the Great Crater of Diamonds in Arkansas. Fans across the country are already plotting ambushes at bus stations, Jiffy Marts, and Greyhound stops in Gaylord, Kalamazoo, Chicago, Memphis, and Texarkana, to get a piece of the chaos before Mr. Windy strikes it rich.

Big Shout-out to Phill from The Murfreesboro Hardware - a great guy who hooked Mr. Windy up with supplies and dropped some insider wisdom on how actually to find some diamonds. Will Mr. Windy uncover buried treasure, or just more trouble along the way?

Mr. Windy is mad as hell and ain't gonna take it anymore. And you know what that means—time to leave the UP, and Mr. Windy needs a ride to his next adventure. Who's game? Must like chickens, cigarette smoke, whiskey, and, well, Mr. Windy. Keep listening to learn the location of Mr. Windy's next dig.

Mr. Windy checks in from Michigan with stories of unexpected travel costs, strained ties with former radio colleagues, and the daily grind of living with Buck and Jill. From raising chickens to wrestling with finances and family struggles with addiction, this episode delivers Mr. Windy’s trademark mix of raw honesty, humor, and chaos.

Thanks for listening to Mr. Windy's Running On Empty, season 5 episode 37 - "Blocked, Broke, and Barely Hanging On."

In this episode, Mr. Windy talks about the escalating tensions between the United States, Russia, and China, sparked by recent military maneuvers, including Donald Trump's order to deploy two nuclear-armed Trident submarines off the coast of Russia. That's Try-Dent, like the chewing gum. Mr Windy is calling this a potential for war, highlighting Russia's struggles in Ukraine and the implications of China's military ambitions regarding Taiwan. It's unbelievable! Mr. Windy goes on and on and on. Charles talks about the historical context of global conflicts and the current geopolitical landscape, emphasizing the risks of being drawn into multiple wars simultaneously. Then BAM! The conversation shifts to Mr. Windy's personal experiences, including a recent incident where a chicken hawk attacked my flock of Rhode Island Reds. War I TELL YOU! Charles is frustrated about wildlife regulations and the challenges of protecting my chickens, drawing parallels between my backyard struggles and the larger geopolitical issues at play. #WorldNews with Mr Windy. Live From My Backyard.

Mr. Windy's Running On Empty - Season 5, Episode 35. It's hard to believe that the Mr. Windy podcast is still on the air and doing surprisingly well. Mr Windy hasn't changed much over the years; he still has his drink in one hand and his chaser in the other. Still smoking the good ones and the bad ones. Still scratchin' around on thin ice, still running on empty. HEY AND YOU KNOW WHAT F YOU TOO! HOW BOUT THAT? LIKE MY LIFE STYLE NOW? YOU C GUZZLIN PETR LEACHH!