Best Eric Prashant Podcasts (2024)

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Season 5 - Episode 17 - Mike talks the 2024 College Football Season with Tim Horvath and Chad Massey (aka an objective season preview) 1:46:19

19d ago1:46:19

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In Episode 17 of Season 5 Mike and the usual college football preview crew (Tim Horvath and Chad Massey) pick back up for their fourth annual college football preview podcast episode, this time focused on the 2024 season with a slight focus on the Michigan Wolverines (reigning national champions of the whole nation). Follow the podcast on Twitter/X…

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Season 5 - Episode 16 - Mike talks the 2024 CFP National Championship Game (Michigan v Washington) with Irfan Bhabhrawala and Kevin Werner 1:51:02

30d ago1:51:02

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In Episode 16 of Season 5 Mike and his best in the nation Michigan fan buddies Irfan Bhabhrawala and Kevin Werner put a bow on a legendary season of college football, friendship and life by discussing the 2024 National Championship game between the Michigan Wolverines and the Washington Huskies. Follow the podcast on Twitter/X: @friendsofmiked Emai…

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Season 5 - Episode 15 - Mike talks the 2024 Rose Bowl (Michigan v Alabama) with Prashant "PJ" Jolepalem and Arvind Ramakrishnan 1:27:38

1M ago1:27:38

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In Episode 15 of Season 5 Mike and his cool California buddies PJ and Arvind talk the 2024 Rose Bowl, the site of Michigan’s now iconic playoff win over the Alabama Crimson Tide in Overtime, in one of most memorable Michigan football wins in the history of not only the Michigan program but all of college football. Follow the podcast on Twitter/X: @…

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Season 5 - Episode 14 - Mike talks the 2023 Big 10 Championship Game (Michigan v Iowa) with Ryan Lewin 1:10:53

1M ago1:10:53

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In Episode 14 of Season 5 Mike and his longtime Michigan football buddy Ryan Lewin talk the 2023 Big 10 Championship game, including what the experience is like attending this college football fiesta in person in Indianapolis and how the Wolverines clinched their third straight undisputed Big 10 Championship against the hapless Iowa Hawkeyes. Follo…

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Season 5 - Episode 13 - Mike talks 2023 Michigan football v Ohio State with Brock Steere and Tim Horvath 1:33:58

2M ago1:33:58

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In Episode 13 of Season 5 Mike brings back two foremost experts on Michigan Football in former guests (and current dear friends) Brock Steere and Tim Horvath to talk THE GAME (Michigan football v Ohio State from 2023) and discuss what the rivalry means, where it’s been and how Michigan came out on top in the greatest rivalry in sports. Follow the p…

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Season 5 - Episode 12 - Mike talks 2023 Michigan football v Maryland with Chad Massey 54:56

2M ago54:56

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In Episode 12 of Season 5 Mike welcomes back one of the foremost authorities on Michigan football, insurance and friendship in all of Washtenaw County nay the State of Michigan nay the World in longtime guest and friend Chad Massey to talk through a class Michigan football “trap game” from the 2023 season in their final road tilt of the season at t…

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Season 5 - Episode 11 - Mike talks 2023 Michigan football v Penn State with Greg Shuraleff 1:12:07

2M ago1:12:07

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In Episode 11 of Season 5 Mike introduces the listeners to a first time guest to the podcast, “Positive” Greg Shuraleff, to talk through Michigan football’s first true test of the 2023 season: the Penn State Nittany Lions. The guys talk Beaver Stadium architecture, awkward Air Bnb’s, (Bill) Pickles and a weekend in State College, PA they’ll never f…

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Season 5 - Episode 10 - Mike talks 2023 Michigan Football v Purdue with Eric Wobser 50:01

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In Episode 10 of Season 5 Mike welcomes Eric Wobser, the pride of both Michigan law and city of Sandusky, OH to talk all things regional and local development focused as well as the Michigan v Purdue football game from the 2023 Season. Follow the podcast on Twitter/X: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com Key moments from…

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Season 5 - Episode 9 - Mike talks 2023 Michigan football v Michigan State with Mike Fulkerson 1:09:09

3M ago1:09:09

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In Episode 9 of Season 5 Mike welcomes Mike “Fulk” Fulkerson, MTE (master tailgate extraordinaire) to talk about how he became one of the top tailgaters in all of Michigan Wolverine nation and then break down the Michigan v Michigan State football game from the 2023 Season in all of its rivalry glory. Follow the pdcast on Twitter/X: @friendsofmiked…

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Season 5 - Episode 8 - Mike talks 2023 Michigan football v Indiana with Andrea and Jay Bibby 1:16:36

3M ago1:16:36

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In Episode 8 of Season 5 Mike welcomes two of his closest and most spirited friends in Andrea and Jason “Jay": Bibby aka the Bibbys to the podcast to talk about how their friendship started over a Canadian TV show about real life issues and only grew due to a shared love of Michigan football. The “KLA Crew”, as they’re known, then break down the Mi…

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Season 5 - Episode 7 - Mike talks 2023 Michigan football v Minnesota with Bob Stinchcombe 1:05:46

3M ago1:05:46

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In Episode 7 of Season 5 Mike welcomes a true friend of his from childhood, Robert “Bob” Stinchcombe to the pod to talk not only about the introduction of camcorder technology to homework assignments in the 1990’s but also the 2023 Michigan football game against the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers. Follow the podcast on Twitter/X: @friendsof…

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Season 5 - Episode 6 - Mike talks 2023 Michigan football v Nebraska with John Baker 1:11:15

4M ago1:11:15

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In Episode 6 of Season 5 Mike welcomes long time listener favorite John Baker back to the pod to go DEEP on the 2023 Michigan football game against Nebraska as well as a tribute to, in my Mike’s opinion, the greatest movie ever made about downhill skiing: Better Off Dead. Follow the podcast on Twitter/X: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talking…

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Season 5 - Episode 5 - Mike talks 2023 Michigan football v Rutgers with Fletcher Walters 1:02:03

4M ago1:02:03

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In Episode 5 of Season 5 Mike welcomes Fletcher Walters to the pod to go DEEP on the 2023 Michigan football game against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights as well as provides a musical homage to the great state of New Jersey and also putting out a “call to friendship” about the sport of pickleball. Follow the podcast on Twitter/X: @friendsofmiked Email t…

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Season 5 - Episode 4 - Mike talks 2023 Michigan football v Bowling Green with Kyle and Megan Mazurek 52:00

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In Episode 4 of Season 5 Mike welcomes back a listener favorite from all the way back in Season 1 (episode 3) in Megan Mazurek and her husband Kyle for a neighborly discussion of the 2023 Michigan v Bowling Green Falcons game. Not only do Mike, Kyle and Megan break down the game itself but also talk about how it fits in the “big picture” of Michiga…

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Season 5 - Episode 3 - Mike talks 2023 Michigan football v UNLV with the Lawrence-Luptons 1:01:40

4M ago1:01:40

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In Episode 3 of Season 5 Mike welcomes back a listener favorite from Season 4 (S4E1 guest Rachael Lawrence-Lupton) and THREE other members of the Lawrence-Lupton family: David, Daniel and even Elle (all three are also good friends of Mike’s!) for a spirited discussion of the 2023 Michigan football vs UNLV game. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @frien…

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Season 5 - Episode 2 - Mike talks 2023 Michigan football v East Carolina with Kyle Urek and Kelly Worman 58:25

4M ago58:25

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In Episode 2 of Season 5 Mike welcomes two listener favorites back to the podcast (S1E7 guest Kelly Worman and S2E9 guest Kyle Urek) for a rousing discussion of the 2023 Michigan football vs East Carolina game. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com Key moments from the pod: 0:30: Mike welcom…

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Season 5 - Episode 1 - Setting the table for a special podcast season 28:24

5M ago28:24

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Mike kicks off season 5 with a true “setting the table” episode where he lays out the concept for the season ahead. It’s going to involve a lot of things, including life lessons, friendship, obstacles, overcoming obstacles, travel, music, and memories. Follow the podcast on Twitter/x: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com…

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Season 4 - Episode 3 - Mike talks 2023 College Football with Tim Horvath & Chad Massey 2:10:04

1y ago2:10:04

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In Episode 3 of Season 4 Mike welcomes the College Football Crew (S1E11 guest Tim Horvath and Chad Massey) for their annual tradition of talking all things college football for the 2023 season with SLIGHT focus on the University of Michigan Wolverines. Follow the podcast on Twitter/X: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com…

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Season 4 - Episode 2 (PART TWO) - Mike talks his favorite Detroit Pro Sports Athletes from growing up with Todd Pretty, Tim Horvath and Kyle Urek 1:16:50

1y ago1:16:50

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In Episode 2 (part 2!) of Season 4 Mike welcomes FOUR of his good friends (Todd Pretty, Tim Horvath and Kyle Urek) on the podcast for a continuation of their scholarly discussion of their favorite Detroit pro sports athletes from their youth. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com Key moments…

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Season 4 - Episode 2 (PART ONE) - Mike talks his favorite Detroit Pro Sports Athletes from growing up with Todd Pretty, Tim Horvath and Kyle Urek 1:33:55

1y ago1:33:55

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In Episode 2 (part 1!) of Season 4 Mike welcomes FOUR Of his good friends (S1E1 guest and Movie Crew member Todd Pretty, S1E11 and College Football Preview pod guest Tim Horvath, and S2E9 Guest Kyle Urek for a rollicking discussion of their favorite Detroit pro sports athletes from growing up in Allen Park, MI. In addition, there’s a special added …

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Season 4 - Episode 1 - Mike talks best Duets from the 1990s with Rachael Lawrence-Lupton 2:19:38

1+ y ago2:19:38

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In Episode 1 of Season 4 Mike welcomes his good friend Rachael Lawrence-Lupon for a DEEP dive on their favorite duet songs from the golden age of duets (the 1990s) as well as Rahael’s passion for music and the joy and comfort she brings people through her work as a music therapist. Mike and Rachael also discuss an amazing fundraiser event throughou…

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Season 3 - Episode 8.5 (PART 2) Mike talks favorite RomComs with the Prettys (Todd & Amy) and Rechtiens (Tim & Jess) 1:49:01

1+ y ago1:49:01

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In Part 2 of this special Season 3 off-season Point Five Mike welcomes FOUR of his favorite peeps onto the podcast (an expanded “Movie Crew” featuring S1E1 guest Todd Pretty, S1E5 guest Tim Rechtien, S2E1 guess Amy Pretty and Jess Rechtien) for a rollicking discussion over their favorite Romantic Comedy (aka RomComs) Films of all time. The Crew goe…

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Season 3 - Episode 8.5 (PART 1) - Mike talks favorite RomComs with the Prettys (Todd & Amy) and Rechtiens (Tim & Jess) 1:38:29

1+ y ago1:38:29

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In Part 1 of this special Season 3 off-season Point Five Mike welcomes FOUR of his favorite peeps onto the podcast (an expanded “Movie Crew” featuring S1E1 guest Todd Pretty, S1E5 guest Tim Rechtien, S2E1 guess Amy Pretty and Jess Rechtien) for a rollicking discussion over their favorite Romantic Comedy (aka RomComs) Films of all time. The Crew goe…

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Season 3 - Episode 8 - Mike Cygan 1:18:03

2y ago1:18:03

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In the Season Finale of Season 3 Mike welcomes his Windy City buddy Mike Cygan onto the podcast where they discuss a range of topics including Detroit sports, Chicago neighborhoods, and places to crush bevies and food in Wrigleyville. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com Key moments from th…

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Season 3 - Episode 7.5.5 - Mike talks 2022 NFL Football with Matt Slater & Mike Cygan 1:28:55

2y ago1:28:55

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In Episode 7.5.5 of Season 3 Mike brings on long time fan favorite Mike Cygan and first time guest Matt Slater for a deep dive (with a heavy focus on the Detroit Lions and Chicago Bears) of the 2022 National Football League Season. It's packed with informative analysis that will not only prepare you for the season but also tap on your funny bone. K…

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Season 3 - Episode 7.5 - Mike talks 2022 College Football with Tim Horvath & Chad Massey 1:52:12

2y ago1:52:12

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In Episode 7.5 of Season 3 Mike leads another Point Fiver with the College Football Crew (Tim Horvath and Chad Massey aka the Insurance King of the Midwest), this time on the topic of college football, his beloved University of Michigan Wolverines, and, of course, friendship. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talki…

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Season 3 - Episode 7 - Chris Allan 1:43:25

2y ago1:43:25

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In Episode 7 of Season 3 Mike welcomes his former high school (and still current) broham Chris Allan onto the podcast where they discuss their mutual love of illegal roller blade hockey, high school hoops, the State on MTV and hip hop, with a particular focus on the Wu-Tang Clan. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at t…

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Season 3 - Episode 6 - Lance Havelka 1:19:51

2y ago1:19:51

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In Episode 6 of Season 3 Mike welcomes his friend of many passions and interests, Lance Havelka, onto the podcast. The guys hit on a range of topics, including their time in Los Angeles, what drew them both back to the Detroit area and their love of the Motor City along with some of its more underrated establishments. Follow the podcast on Twitter:…

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Season 3 - Episode 5 - James Park 1:28:19

2y ago1:28:19

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In S3E5 Mike welcomes his musical good buddy James Park onto the podcast where they discuss their mutual love of college hoops, music, the performance art form that is pub trivia and then take a deep (dish) dive on one of their favorite forms of sustenance: pizza. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendship…

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Season 3 - Episode 4.5 - Mike talks his favorite cover jams 1:51:43

2y ago1:51:43

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Mike kicks off another classic music-based “Point Fiver” where he discusses one of his favorite kinds of songs: songs based off of other songs aka cover songs aka cover jams. PPW (Poor Pronunciation Warning): Mike attempts to speak Italian and Cantonese in this episode. Follow the podcast on Twitter at @friendsofmiked Email the podcast with any que…

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Season 3 - Episode 4 - Nick Hopwood 1:12:58

2y ago1:12:58

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In Episode 4 of Season 3 Mike welcomes his all around solid (and financially savvy) friend Nick Hopwood onto the podcast to discuss travel mishaps around sporting events, a truly epic roaad trip to Miami, FL for the Orange Bowl and their favorite movies involving finance/the markets and why they're each amazing films. Follow the podcast on Twitter:…

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Season 3 - Episode 3 - Ian Haynes 1:27:37

2+ y ago1:27:37

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In Episode 3 of Season 3 Mike welcomes top notch Englishman and dear friend Ian Haynes onto the Podcast for an international discussion of philosophy, soccer/football, music, refreshments and of course, friendship. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com Key moments from the pod: 0:30: Mike we…

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Season 3 - Episode 2.5 - Mike talks one of his absolute favorite bands with Ryan Lewin 1:48:59

2+ y ago1:48:59

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Mike kicks off the first “Point Fiver” of season 3. This one involves Season 1 Episode 2 guest Ryan Lewin and Mike’s shared love of the band Bleachers and their catalog of catchy, heartfelt and inspirational pop-rock/indie-pop/amazing jams. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com Key moments f…

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Season 3 - Episode 2 - Nick Kacher 1:55:18

2+ y ago1:55:18

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In Episode 2 of Season 3 Mike welcomes long time friend and trained wrestler Nick Kacher to the podcast to discuss a myriad of non-controversial but still edgy topics like nicknames, rollerblading in Ohio and wrestling. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com Key moments from the pod: 0:30: Mi…

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Season 3 - Episode 1 - Colleen Tate 1:20:06

2+ y ago1:20:06

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In the Season 3 Premier Mike welcomes his sister (and friend) Colleen Tate onto the podcast for a heartfelt and hilarious conversation about growing up down the hall from each other and of course friendship. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com Key moments from the pod: 0:30: Mike welcomes …

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Season 2 - Episode 10.5 (Off-season Special) - Mike talks 2021 Jams 1:03:22

2+ y ago1:03:22

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Mike kicks off a special off-season “point fiver” where he both gives an off-season update on his extremely exciting life, including on the high points that happened since the summer of 2021, touches on the plan for Season 3 and then discusses his top 10 favorite songs from 2021. Follow the podcast on Twitter at @friendsofmiked Email the podcast wi…

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Season 2 - Episode 10 (Season Finale) - Bill Alexander 1:04:15

3y ago1:04:15

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In the Season 2 Finale (Episode 10) Mike welcomes his old dorm and college friend Bill Alexander into the virtual podcast studio for a rousing conversation about friendship and many other key life topics. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com Key moments from the pod: 0:30: Mike welcomes lis…

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Season 2 - Episode 9.5.5 - Mike talks 2021 NFL Football with Zach Williams & Mike Cygan 1:18:14

3y ago1:18:14

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In Episode 9.5.5 of Season 2 Mike talks 2021 NFL football, with a focus on the Detroit Lions and Chicago Bears with two dear friends: Season 2 Episode 2 Guest Zach Williams and first time guest Mike Cygan. The level of NFL knowledge in this episide is immense (as is the friendship on display!). Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email t…

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Season 2 - Episode 9.5 - Mike talks 2021 College Football with Tim Horvath & Chad Massey 1:41:12

3y ago1:41:12

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In Episode 9.5 of Season 2 Mike leads another Point Fiver, this time on the topic of college football, his beloved University of Michigan Wolverines, and, of course, friendship. Joining Mike for this spirited conversation are two top notch Wolverines (and friends): Season 1 Episode 11 Guest Tim Horvath (@timhorvath on Twitter) as well as first time…

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Season 2 - Episode 9 - Kyle Urek 1:08:19

3y ago1:08:19

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In Episode 9 of Season 2 Mike welcomes his old friend from McLain Ave Kyle Urek to the podcast where they discuss little league baseball diamonds and ice cream traditions, an amazing math teacher & their love of snacks. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com Key moments from the pod: 0:30: Mi…

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Season 2 - Episode 8.5 - Mike talks 80s Action/Adventure Movies with Todd Pretty & Tim Rechtien 1:49:59

3y ago1:49:59

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Mike brings on two of his favorite people and friends of the pod (Todd Pretty from Season 1 Episode 1 and Tim Rechtien from Season 1 Episode 5) for the third "point fiver" of Season 2 and the topic is best 80s action/adventure movies. What ensues is a scholarly debate on classic cinema and a laugh fest best not missed. Follow the podcast on Twitter…

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Season 2 - Episode 8 - Eric Metz 51:44

3y ago51:44

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In Episode 8 of Season 2 Mike welcomes his undergrad and north side of Chicago friend Eric Metz to the podcast where they discuss the Breeze/breezin’, what life was like in the city of Chicago in the 2000s, Eric’s first home purchase, the origin of the nickname Mike Jones/Jonesy for Mike D, and Mike offers Eric and his wife Kathryn a public apology…

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Season 2 - Episode 7 - Jack and Nolan Tate 27:14

3y ago27:14

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In Season 2 Episode 7 Mike welcomes his two favorite nephews (and also friends), Jack and Nolan Tate, into the podcast studio for a gripping and hard hitting conversation on friendship, food, activities, occupational dreams, bicycle riding, and answering the immortal question: Go Blue or Go Green? Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Emai…

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Season 2 - Episode 6.5 - Mike talks Cleaning to the Beat Jams with John Baker 1:39:32

3y ago1:39:32

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Mike kicks off the second “Point Fiver” of season 2. This one involves Season 1 Episode 4 guest John Baker and Mike’s shared tradition known as “Cleaning to the Beat” and the best music to support this wonderful activity. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com Key moments from the pod: 0:30: …

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Season 2 - Episode 6 - Eric Lemieur 1:16:15

3y ago1:16:15

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In Season 2 Episode 6 Mike welcomes one of the more solid friends he’s ever made named Eric Lemieur into the Virtual Podcast Studio where they discuss a Disney-esque flag football team known as the Raiders, Buddy Bubner, the Vox and the Miyagi Proud Face. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.co…

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Season 2 - Episode 5 - Chris Duprey 1:01:34

3y ago1:01:34

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In Season 2 Episode 5 Mike welcomes a good friend, and sports media savant, named Chris Duprey into the virtual podcast studio for a freewheeling conversation that touches on several topics the world needs right now, including friendship. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com Key moments fro…

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Season 2 - Episode 4 - Brian Pandya 1:05:07

3y ago1:05:07

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In Episode 4 of Season 2 (the second one involving a Brian) Mike welcomes his old law school chum (who’s definitely NOT a chump) Brian Pandya to the podcast where they discuss living in the Lawyers Club, dressing up for dinner on Sundays, and the infamous 916 Mary. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendshi…

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Season 2 - Episode 3.5 - Mike talks 90s School Dance Slow Jams 1:19:35

3y ago1:19:35

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Mike kicks off the first “point fiver” of Season 2. This one focuses on songs Mike and his contemporaries used to slow dance to (largely at school dances) in middle school and high school during the 1990s. Full disclosure: some of you may have also slow danced to these songs and if so we hope the memories they bring back are joyful. They certainly …

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Season 2 - Episode 3 - Brian Hayden 1:00:24

3y ago1:00:24

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In Season 2 Episode 3 Mike welcomes his fellow left-handed friend Brian Hayden (host of the @findyourventure podcast) into the virtual podcast studio for a rousing conversation about friendship and many other key life topics. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com Key moments from the pod: 0:…

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Season 2 - Episode 2 - Zach Williams 1:12:07

3+ y ago1:12:07

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In Season 2 Episode 2 Mike welcomes one of his all time favorite people to shoot the breeze with (as the kids say) into the Virtual Podcast Studio: Zach Williams (@zwilliams23 on Twitter). Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com Key moments from the pod: 0:30: Mike welcomes listeners to Episod…

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