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FM Radio (US) / Internet (UK) DJ (‘Challenging’ Progressive Music) Mission: Support artists and expand listeners’ aural pallets. Originates from the PNW. Past Lives: Army LTC/NATO/transit operator/ski patrol... when you're older, you've 'done things'.

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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #682 ("Coming Up For Air") For many of us, music is like air... a life necessity. Mike uses his two hours to bring you some much needed 'air'. [IMAGE: viktor.meynen2006] ProgTracks ‘Homework’: progzilla.com/progressive-...
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #681 ("Steppin' Out Of Line") The inertia of one's life (or of a country) guides future events along a certain trajectory... until someone 'steps out' to force change. Mike contemplates upcoming change this week.
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PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #681 ("Steppin' Out Of Line")
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #680 (“Labor Day 2026: Getting Somewhere… Or Going Nowhere?”) It’s Labor Day in the U.S. Despite the turmoil, the working class who do the heavy lifting for the country are still alive and kicking… [IMAGE: sammis]
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PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #680 ("Labor Day 2026: Getting Somewhere... or Going Nowhere?")
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #679 (“Save The Radio…Save It All”) Mike’s still on a tear about the goings-on in the world. But he can still focus on the show for a couple of hours… [IMAGE: tlizac] ProgTracks ‘Homework’: progzilla.com/progressive-...
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 25/08/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #678 (“International sTRANGE Music Day 2026 – Cauldron of Sound”) Mike and ProgTracks celebrate International sTRANGE Music Day (August 24th) with an eccentric aural brew. Need any more be said? [IMAGE: djport]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #677 (“Let It Come To An End…”) With less than 3 months before a consequential national decision, Mike’s thinking too much again these days… But you get the benefit (if you consider it as such). [IMAGE: rusya10112008]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #676 (“Below Ground”) The music heard on this show isn’t found on the surface; Mike invites you to hear what he’s dug up for you this week. [IMAGE: trelenna] Your ProgTracks ‘Homework’: progzilla.com/progressive-...
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: hidden.progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #675 ("Different is Good") It seems Mike has finally realized after 675 shows that what he plays is 'a bit different' (he’s always been a bit ‘thick’... get it?). Tune in to hear what he means. [Image: z28419]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #674 (“The Return of Static”) Mike returns after a rare two-week hiatus to bring his listeners more ‘static’, so they themselves don’t become ‘static’ in their listening habits. [IMAGE: raitisbagin]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #673 ("The Story Of Static") Just another chapter in Mike's continuing attempt to get his listeners to explore new sounds... [IMAGE: anceed]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #672 (“Fluidity”) Mike presents more of the same ol’ shtuff… he just doesn’t know exactly what shtuff that’s gonna be. Yet. Stay fluid! [IMAGE: jack ]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #671 (“Into The Night”) Follow Mike ‘into the night’ this week… no flashlight required. [IMAGE: shakinga]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #670 ("But The View Is Fantastic... Down The Hill 2026") Mike explores artists performing at this year's Down The Hill Festival in Rilaars, Belgium August 21st and 22nd, 2026. It's gonna be a good time! [IMAGE: timbo]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 09/06/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #669 ("Clueless Charm") Mike ponders why people still listen to the show after all these years. Could there be a certain 'charm' in being clueless? [IMAGE: shane.collier]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #668 ("668: The Neighbor of the Beast") Mike attempts to control the musical spirits this week, to give you listeners two hours of worthwhile tuneage. He's pretty pleased with the results, anyway... [IMAGE: marvin]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #667 (“The Host’s Eye”) There’s no theme this week… so it’s whatever music Mike ‘sees fit’ to play. Get it? [NOTE: Mike promises the music is way better than the show title]. [IMAGE: 6616]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #666 (“It’s A Fine Line Between Good and Evil…”) Mike says: “Numerology being what it is… this one is just too good to pass up. Belief system sensitivities be damned!” [IMAGE: olivie]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #665 (“Who Knows”) Come musical spelunking with Mike this week. Who knows what we’ll find… Tune in! [IMAGE: peterv23]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #664 ("May The Fourth Be With You") Mike is back to spin more of the music you didn't know you needed to hear. But's that's not all Mike's doing... that's the power of the Fourth. [IMAGE: rexforfun]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #663 (“ProgTracks’ 13th Anniversary Show”) It’s the THIRTEENTH Anniversary of The Progressive Tracks Show! You’d think Mike could do something besides play excellent music to celebrate. But here we are… [Image: bigdawg]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #662 ("Expectations") By now, radio listeners have formed opinions about what Mike's going to play on any given week. But do they (and you) really know? [IMAGE: smackmesilly]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #661 (“Dream Sequence”) Sometimes Mike ‘gets lost’ in his own thoughts… Sometimes his show reflects that situation. [IMAGE: transporter448]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 31/03/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #660 (“500th ProgTracks at Progzilla!”) Mike celebrates his 500th show at Progzilla Radio by taking full control of his own show. That should probably worry some people… but not you, right? RIGHT?! [IMAGE: xxx_151]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #659 (“A Little Excursion”) Mike tries to take his mind off recent events with a little musical excursion. Won’t you join him? IMAGE: jassem]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 17/03/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #658 (“Everything Changes”) Like life, ProgTracks can be unpredictable… even within the confines of one particular show. That’s the way Mike likes it...as well as the show’s listeners, evidently. [IMAGE: sergiovalsania]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 10/03/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #657 (“It’s Only AOR… But I Like It!”) Mike unearths some music from his collection that some of you may have grown up with, that isn’t traditionally progressive. But it rocks!
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #656 (“We Know Where This Is Headed… Don’t We?”) Mike says “Don’t trust the title of the show”, as he doesn’t even know the answer. So expect the unexpected. But don’t worry… it’s all good. [IMAGE: Rizbo00]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #655 (“Chaos and Felicity: For Your Listening Pleasure”) It’s 2026 and things are… um, crazy. Tune in and find your ProgTracks-type joy.
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #654 (“A ProgTracks Valentine”) Mike hopes you’ll get many valentines this week. But you’ll not get one like you’ll get from ProgTracks!
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #653 (“Since You Are Here…”) Mike suggests that, since you are here, that you stay and listen to two hours of fine curated music that you might not otherwise hear. It’s that simple. [IMAGE: tizefit]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 03/02/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #652 (“Where’s The Through Line?”) Themes are hard to come by after 650 shows; this is one of them. But (as you and Mike know) the through line is always in the music, right? [IMAGE: rab-92]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
#IndieMusic PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #651 ("It Takes Two") There is a special bond between the creative artist and the supportive listener. It's time to celebrate that. [IMAGES: buzzrd and chaplina]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #650 (“The Vacuum Of Silence Is No Longer Between Us”) Mike’s launching headlong into another year of blasting non-conventional music into the void. But who will take heed and make a connection?
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #649 ("Resolve") Mike predicts 2026 will be a transformative year that will require resolve to make desired changes happen. Mike also suggests that 2026 is the time to expand our musical tastes; and he's here to help!
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #648 (“ProgTracks’ Best of 2025”) This week Mike presents his annual list of favorite albums. Take these picks as recommendations to revisit or possibly rediscover; in the end all musical taste is personal and subjective.
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 30/12/2025
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #647 (“SCrAtCH!”) For years we've been listening to Mike's wife, Vicki, ruin his LPs. Now one saavy listener suggested hearing more than just a snippet. So Mike plays all the hits fit to be scratched...in their entirety!
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 23/12/2025
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #646 (“ProgMas 2025”) The annual reality check that Christmas isn’t all Wham! and Mariah for everyone. “ProgMas… it ain’t Christmas”. - Mike “ProgTracks” Pollack
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #645 (“Careful With That Reaper Drone, Eugene!”) Really? The title isn’t enough? Lots of great music and a nebulous ‘theme’ for you to decipher…
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #644 (“Well, It’s The End Of Something…”) Mike’s last show may have been a bit, uh… misleading. Things start and end all the time. Yeah, surely that’s what he meant. So maybe this is a ‘make up’ show? [IMAGE: cobra2]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #643 (“The End Is Near”) Possibly having a bit too much time to think recently… Mike posits the future, through music.
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #642 (“Approaching Destination”) For Thanksgiving, Mike explores a more positive side of music. But for how long? Place your bets…
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #641 (“Mondo Bondage”) Ever felt like the modern world is coming down on you? Mike plays music that helps explore the ways society constrains us.
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #640 (“Auditing The Year”) Mike thinks November is the time to take stock of all that 2025 has brought, like lots of great new and classic tuneage. Sadly, that also includes another tribute to a departed artist.
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #639 (“A Waning Year”) Mike’s on a mission to play more new music to help cope with the last couple months of 2025. Music to survive by…
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #638 (“Halloween 2025 – The Witchfinder”) The reality of witches in our world is gettin’ kinda scary. This week’s show recognizes that, and Mike puts some music to it.
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 21/10/2025
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #637 (“Stayin’ Alive: What’s In A Catchphrase, Anyway?”) It’s a BIG week! KPTZ 91.9 FM has a crucial Fund Drive, and Progzilla Radio gets recognized for 10 years of excellence. Mike’s just playing great music as always…
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 14/10/2025
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #636 (“Never Pet A Burning Dog”) ProgTracks is an ‘original’ show. Mike is the DJ. Mike is... um... Mike. This is a show about that (and maybe something else). [ IMAGE: J.C. Green ]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 07/10/2025
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #635A (“Blasts From The Past”) Mike is away, but you won't go without. Here's two VERY old one-hour ProgTracks shows for you, only aired at KPTZ. The DJing is sketchy, but the music’s always been great! [Image: Samwhan]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #635 (“Clicks, Rumbles And Wordless Shouts”) Mike knows that his ProgTracks listeners enjoy interesting and challenging music. And who is he to deny them what they want? [Image: Digger]
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ProgTracks @progtracks.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
#MusicSky PODCAST: progzilla.com/progressive-... THE PROGRESSIVE TRACKS SHOW #634 (“How Do YOU Sleep?”) Times are weird… as are Mike’s current sleep habits. So how are YOU sleeping with everything that’s going on? This week Mike curates a musical imitation of sleep… but to what end?
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