This week we’re introducing you to a powerful new podcast, Senseless with Erika Mahoney . Everything changed one ordinary Monday, when Erika Mahoney’s mom called to say there was an active shooter at the grocery store nearby. In a matter of seconds, ten people were killed – including Erika’s father. With the high-profile trial of the shooter as a backdrop, Erika speaks to survivors of mass shootings, community leaders, and others impacted by the tragedy in Boulder, on her deeply personal quest t...
Jun 17, 2025•8 min
Dr. Eddie Glaude has been everywhere on Twitter, MSNBC for his engaging responses to the haywire politics of the day. In this previously-aired episode, we first hear Pele and Michael reflect on the role of their very different religions in their family. Then, they are joined by Dr. Glaude, the chair of the African American Studies department at Princeton University and a religious scholar, to consider how religion and blues-soaked hope can influence their lives, their parenting, and their pursui...
Feb 01, 2021•51 min
In the season finale, Michael and Pele look back at some of their favorite moments from 25 episodes, and give thanks to each one of their guests. They reminisce about their conversations with Chef Edouardo Jordan speaking about being a top chef and a Black man in the white-dominated restaurant industry, and former Presidential candidate Beto O’Rourke telling America to “Wake the F*ck Up”. They look back on how inspired they were by their deep dive with Olympian and activist Dr. John Carlos about...
Jul 09, 2020•40 min
It’s been over 3 months since the pandemic started to deeply impact the United States. How has life changed for Michael, Pele and their three kids? In pretty much every way imaginable. Michael and Pele reflect on their “new normal” including school, their relationship, and family time. Through the conversation, they conclude that this is a time for radically reimagining everything about life. But, don’t forget to still have sex! Follow Pele on Instagram @PelePels and Michael on Instagram and Twi...
Jul 02, 2020•38 min
Would you believe that Michael is an avid reader of Architectural Digest? Believe it. Today he and Pele speak with Frances Merrill, a revolutionary interior designer. They discuss Michael’s favorite textiles, how people now are spending their money with social activism in mind, and how Frances is talking to her kids about being a part of redesigning the world right now. Follow Pele on Instagram @PelePels and Michael on Instagram and Twitter @mosesbread72 You can find Frances Merrill and Reath De...
Jun 25, 2020•42 min
Michael and Pele examine the NFL’s recent move to make Juneteenth a company holiday. Is it an honorable move? Is it too little, too late? They also talk to Frankie Shaw, actor, director, writer and creator of SMILF on Showtime, about anti-racism work and an episode of SMILF that holds special meaning for Pele. Follow Pele on Instagram @PelePels and Michael on Instagram and Twitter @mosesbread72 Check out our sponsors of this week’s episode: Keep your family safe — with First Alert! visit firstal...
Jun 18, 2020•47 min
Michael and Pele explore the idea of authenticity from a variety of angles: in how we live our lives, do our work, pursue our passions, and make art. They talk about all the influences pulling us away from authenticity in today’s culture, and the impact, in particular, on music and art. Michael divulges his passion for Bollywood films and Pele gives some solid Pro Tip advice on staying present and freeing your mind. Follow Pele on Instagram @PelePels and Michael on Instagram and Twitter @mosesbr...
Jun 11, 2020•33 min
Michael and Pele share their solidarity with George Floyd and others around the world protesting police violence. This special episode is 8 minutes and 46 seconds long: the exact amount of time that George Floyd was pinned to the ground by Minneapolis police on May 25, 2020. 8 Minutes and 46 Seconds: How George Floyd Was Killed in Police Custody (via NYTimes): https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/31/us/george-floyd-investigation.html See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio...
Jun 04, 2020•9 min
On this week’s episode, Michael and Pele go deep on Pele’s Polynesian culture. Because, obviously, “Polynesian Women are Dope.” They speak with Pauline Fonua, founder of The Vision Board, an organization “Speaking Pacific Existence Out Loud in T-Shirt Form.” They discuss the distinctions between Polynesian and Pasifika culture more broadly, as well as touching on food, tattoos and the importance of carrying on the language of your culture from generation to generation. Michael makes sure we do n...
Jun 04, 2020•1 hr 13 min
Michael and Pele have been taking this time in isolation for some meaningful heart-to-hearts. Today they discuss the collective trauma of going through a global pandemic, and how we can each come out of this with more love for ourselves, for our families, and for each other. Mostly suitable for work, but it gets deep. What? You don’t already follow Michael and Pele on social media? Get on it! Find Pele on Instagram @PelePels and Michael is on Instagram and Twitter @mosesbread72. You’ll definitel...
May 28, 2020•37 min
With everyone at home and around family all day long, chances are high that some awkward conversations may come up. Michael and Pele talk with Cam Poter and KarenLee Poter, hosts of the Sex Talk With My Mom podcast, about having open communication with your kids and family members and tackling those difficult conversations head-on. Listen in for Michael’s elaborate plan for Pele that he’s putting in his will. Helix: helixsleep.com/peace BetterHelp: betterhelp.com/mouthpeace See omnystudio.com/li...
May 21, 2020•44 min
Laila Ali is a four-time undefeated boxing world champion and the daughter of Muhammad Ali. Laila is also a fitness & wellness advocate, and a loving, dedicated parent. She joins Michael and Pele for a conversation on what it was like growing up with Muhammad Ali as her father, staying true to yourself no matter what room you walk into, and how she tries to pass down important lessons about nutrition and faith to her children. Plus, how do Michael, Pele and Laila all draw boundaries between ...
May 14, 2020•48 min
As of now, there’s still a U.S. presidential election happening this November, and some say it’s the biggest presidential election of all time. This week, Michael and Pele talk with Democratic political strategist Michael Starr Hopkins about the 2020 election. Hopkins gives his recommendation for Biden’s VP pick, and they talk about how reparations and marijuana legalization naturally go hand-in-hand. Roman: getroman.com/peace BetterHelp: betterhelp.com/mouthpeace Literati: literati.com/mouthpea...
May 07, 2020•42 min
Michael and Pele homeschool their three daughters, so they have some experience managing their days with the whole family together at home. But even for them, this new reality is challenging. In today’s episode, they reflect on how they’re staying sane while at home all day every day, how their kids are coping with all of this, and how Michael’s ashy feet made Pele worry there was something seriously wrong with him. Theragun: theragun.com/mouthpeace Little Passports: littlepassports.com offer ...
May 01, 2020•39 min
Are sports ever coming back? Today, Pele gets some much-needed alone time and calls Michael from a separate room in the Bennett Bunker. They share their thoughts on how strange it is that we’re all living in a world without sports, and Michael leaks the chatter he’s hearing about one way the NFL might deal with this and still try to play the 2020 season. Audible: audible.com/stories or text stories to 500-500 Little Passports: littlepassports.com offer code MOUTHPEACE Helix: helixsleep.com/PEA...
Apr 24, 2020•35 min
When two Super Bowl Champions (also both on the Seattle Seahawks All-Decade Team) who are used to always winning suddenly experience an epic loss...they must be going head-to-head with their wives. No contest here. On today’s episode, Cliff Avril and his wife Tia Avril join Michael and Pele for a fierce conversation on the role of women in the NFL, and the sports and media world in general. Whose responsibility is it to stand up for women’s rights and equality in sports? What should the NFL do t...
Apr 17, 2020•58 min
Two Super Bowl champions in the same room is about as close as we get to sports these days. Michael’s younger brother, Super Bowl Champ Martellus Bennett, and his accomplished wife Siggi Bennett join Michael and Pele on this week’s episode. The four talk about the NFL, sibling rivalry, parenting, retirement, their dreams, and living outside the box. Helix: helixsleep.com/peace See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Apr 10, 2020•50 min
Michael and Pele have been together since high school. From marriage, to having kids, to picking up and moving around to multiple NFL cities, they’ve developed lots of opinions about just about everything. One topic they have a lot of opinions about? S-E-X. In this episode, they explore communication in the bedroom, the use of sex as a bargaining chip in relationships, and the idea of a #sexualwarmup. Abide app: abide.co/mouthpeace First Alert: visit firstalert.com See omnystudio.com/listener fo...
Apr 03, 2020•27 min
**New Lemonada Media Show Alert** In the Bubble with Andy Slavitt. We are now in the early stages of something we’ve never seen before: a global pandemic. In addition to our health, social isolation and economic uncertainty have left us scrambling to understand our new normal and wondering what the future holds. From his own bubble, health care leader, turnaround expert and #stayhome architect Andy Slavitt is making it his mission to give Americans critical information in real-time but also hope...
Apr 02, 2020•3 min
We all need some comfort right now. And what better comfort than talking about food? Michael and Pele tell their story of a multicultural dinner they hosted recently for friends and family that taught everyone in the room something they didn’t know. Then, they talk with James Beard Award-winning chef Edouardo Jordan about his roots in Southern cooking, the struggles of breaking through as a black man in the culinary world, and the ongoing debate of jerk chicken versus oxtails. Plus, Chef Jordan ...
Mar 27, 2020•1 hr 1 min
There's a lot to be nervous about right now. With so much uncertainty in the world, it's important to hear stories about real, authentic love. This week, Michael and Pele give us some good laughs as they talk with Tobe & Fat, a power couple in the Houston music community that have plenty to share about their experience as friends, partners, lovers, and business partners. Get a refreshing listen for your ears, as we all do our best to stay inside and keep our communities healthy. Follow Tobe ...
Mar 20, 2020•59 min
Michael and Pele talk about their feelings about over-policing in black and brown communities. They speak with Flint Taylor, Chicago civil rights attorney and author of The Torture Machine, to explore the history of police violence in America, as well as the impacts of that history on the present day. Read Flint Taylor’s book, The Torture Machine: Racism and Police Violence in Chicago Listen to Good Kids: How Not To Raise An Asshole https://www.lemonadamedia.com/show/good-kids/ First Alert: visi...
Mar 13, 2020•48 min
On this week’s episode, Michael and Pele get the inside scoop from former presidential candidate and lifelong punk rocker Beto O’Rourke. He just endorsed Joe Biden for president, but what other revelations does he have for Michael and Pele? Listen in as they discuss whether Beto is on anyone’s short list to be a vice presidential candidate in 2020. Also, a surprise announcement related to the 2024 race for the presidency! Listen to Questlove Supreme from iHeartRadio Podcasts blinkist.com/mouthpe...
Mar 06, 2020•56 min
Pele grew up Mormon. Michael grew up Baptist. This week, the couple discuss how they bring their religions into their blended family. Later in the episode, they are joined by Dr. Eddie Glaude, the chair of the African American Studies department at Princeton University and a religious scholar, to consider how religion and blues-soaked hope can influence their lives, their parenting, and their pursuit of a world filled with more justice and love. ● https://GetRoman.com/peace ● https://www.firstal...
Feb 28, 2020•51 min
Michael and Pele discuss the ways they’ve seen addiction, drugs and drug policy impact people and communities. They bring on Freeway Rick Ross, who shares how and why he stopped dealing drugs, his experience in prison, and how his name was stolen. The episode then turns to redemption, second chances, and what Freeway hopes his legacy will be. ‘Freeway Rick Ross is Dreaming’ in LA Magazine: https://www.lamag.com/citythinkblog/freeway-rick-is-dreaming/ Freeway Rick Ross on Instagram: @freewayricky...
Feb 21, 2020•43 min
On this week's episode, Michael and Pele explore Michael’s decision to sit out the national anthem for several seasons and how it affected their family. They are joined by the great Dr. John Carlos, who raised his fist high from the Olympic medal podium in 1968. Michael, Pele and Dr. Carlos discuss that moment, the aftermath and sports activism today. betterhelp.com/MOUTHPEACE HelloFresh.com/10peace The John Carlos Story: The Sports Moment That Changed the World: https://www.zinnedproject.org/ma...
Feb 14, 2020•42 min
Michael and Pele discuss their thoughts about concussions and whether Michael will retire from the NFL. They bring on retired NFL player Dawan Landry and his wife, Dominique Lee-Fong Landry (Dom), to help them envision life after retirement, and to process Pele & Dom’s ever-present fear of concussions and CTE. https://www.manscaped.com/ code PEACE betterhelp.com/mouthpeace code MOUTHPEACE Firstalert.com Dom’s website: https://imfitenough.com/about/ Find Dom on insta @fit_enough Find Dawan on...
Feb 07, 2020•45 min
In the very first episode of Mouthpeace, Michael and Pele pull back the curtain on their personal lives. We hear them argue about how they met, how becoming a parent made Michael a better NFL player, and the unique blend of their marriage and families. Wondery, The Athletic and The Lead First Alert See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jan 31, 2020•35 min
Michael Bennett is a unicorn. The NFL defensive lineman for the Dallas Cowboys, is both a Super Bowl Champion and self-described feminist. Pele Bennett is no slacker either: she’s a food advocate and a skilled Polynesian dancer. Together, the Bennetts have taken on everything from racial justice work to authoring a children’s book to parenting three daughters. (Did we mention they’re high-school sweethearts?) In Mouthpeace , the Bennetts invite listeners and guests into their professional and pr...
Jan 03, 2020•3 min
