The Talking Friendship with Mike D Podcast

This podcast is about friendship. But not only friendship generally but specific examples of friendship through the lens of host Mike Daniel aka Mike D. Mike provides humorous and informative updates on his life and what's on his mind and then brings on at least one personal friend to tell the story of their friendship. Comedy and life lessons ensue. Follow the podcast on Twitter if you're so inclined: @friendsofmiked. You can also email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com.

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Episodes

Season 1 - Episode 7.5 - Mike talks inspiration

Mike talks one of his favorite topics for the second "point fiver" of Season 1: Inspiration. But not just inspiration in general but specifically inspiration through the lens of sports speeches. Be warned: if you listen to this episode you will likely be inspired to do something amazing. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com Key moments from the pod: 0:30: Mike welcomes listeners to Episode 7.5 and reminds listeners what a "Point Fiver" i...

Feb 11, 2021•25 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Kelly Worman

Mike teases the next “Point Fiver” episode while also talking about the movie The Dig and the show Last Tango in Halifax and then welcomes his good buddy Kelly Worman to the podcast where they discuss such topics as forming a weightlifting society, Mike's even keel nature on the basketball court and how Kelly invented the male hairstyle "frosted tips". Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com Key moments from the pod: 0:30: Mike welcomes the...

Feb 09, 2021•56 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Casey Frushour

Mike celebrates a milestone for the podcast, corrects a few embarrassing mistakes, reviews the new Jazmine Sullivan album and welcomes the top graphic designer in Washtenaw County (and his good, good friend) Casey Frushour to the podcast where they talk the beauty of 7 minute phone calls, running 1 mile, and an amazing best man speech. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com Key moments from the pod: 0:30: Mike welcomes listeners to Episode...

Feb 03, 2021•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 6

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Tim Rechtien

Mike quickly checks in on Michigan Basketball, discusses his newfound baking talent, and goes over his top 5 random moments of Season 3 of the TV Show Cobra Kai before welcoming legal titan (and dear friend) Tim Rechtien to the podcast. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com Key moments from the pod: 0:30: Mike welcomes listeners to Episode 5 1:15: Mike corrects a terrible mistake from Episode 4 (the John Baker episode) 2:20: Mike tells th...

Jan 27, 2021•53 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Season 1 - Episode 4 - John Baker

Mike reviews the Netflix show “Lupin” and then welcomes his dear old friend John Baker to the podcast. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com Key moments from the pod: 0:30: Mike welcomes listeners to Episode 4 1:00: Mike talks about how he stays so on top of communications from listeners 2:50: Mike plugs the Netflix show Lupin and how much fun it is to watch 4:05: Mike gives a little background this episode’s guest: John Baker 5:45: Mike ...

Jan 20, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Season 1 - Episode 3.5 - Mike talks 2020 Jams

Mike kicks off the first “point fiver” which is a new episode format. This one focuses around Mike’s love of music and Mike discusses his top 10 favorite songs of 2020. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com Key moments from the pod: 0:30: Mike welcomes listeners to Episode 3.5 and explains what a “point fiver” episode is. 1:45: Mike discusses his love of music and his love of making music mixes. 3:05: Mike breaks down his favorite 10 song...

Jan 15, 2021•20 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Megan Mazurek

Mike gives an update on the Ann Arbor dining scene and then welcomes his good friend (and realtor) Megan Mazurek to the podcast for an upbeat convo on their friendship. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com Key moments from the pod: 0:45: Mike welcomes listeners to Episode 3 1:30: Mike discusses a milestone for the podcast 2:00: Mike introduces the “point fiver” type of podcast episode that’s coming out soon 5:25: Corrections from Season ...

Jan 12, 2021•57 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Ryan Lewin

Mike talks about the intro, transition, and outro music in the podcast, gives an update on the Ann Arbor dining scene and then welcomes his good friend Ryan Lewin from Chicago to the podcast for a raucous conversation on their friendship. Follow the podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com Key moments from the pod: 1:00: Corrections from Season 1, Episode 1 (Todd Pretty) 1:30: Mike updates the listeners on other 80s movies he’s watched virtually with T...

Jan 07, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Todd Pretty

Mike welcomes his oldest and best friend Todd Pretty to the podcast. Follow the Podcast on Twitter: @friendsofmiked Email the Podcast at talkingfriendship@gmail.com Show notes : 1:00: Mike thanks some people who’ve helped him w/ the podcast so far 2:00: What’s been going on w/ Mike D. Includes updates on COVID exercising, sports watching and TV picks. 5:30: Mike introduces this episode’s guest: Todd Pretty 6:45: Todd joins the podcast and tells the listeners a bit about himself and where Todd an...

Jan 01, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Season 1 - Episode 0 - A General Introduction to the Podcast

This episode serves as a general introduction to the Talking Friendship with Mike D Podcast. It will give the listener a flavor for what this podcast is all about and hopefully intrigue the listener into giving it a shot. Spoiler alert: this podcast is about friendship. But not only friendship generally but specific examples of friendship through the lens of host Mike Daniel aka Mike D.

Dec 30, 2020•6 min0

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