MicTheMike

In this episode I share a discussion between myself and my good friend and collaborator, Silas Haun. He also answers a few questions from his Instagram followers. We talk about creative inspiration, learning techniques and creating covers vs. composing to growth and ideas of personal success.

You can connect with me over on Instagram @micthemike.fm - Feel free to email me at [email protected]

You can also find me and my other artworks on my separate Instagram accounts [Photography] @beckm.creative // [Music] @lankasterband // [Visual Art] @beckm.art

You can also connect with Silas on Instagram @silazh_

Mentions & Other References From This Episode:

• Alan Gogoll
• Maneli Jamal
• Andy McKee
• Leo Kottke
• Bruce Cockburn
• Merle Travis
• Taylor GS Mini Guitar
• Cajon Drum
• Mother! (2017)
• Good Night, and Good Luck. (2005)
• Inquisition (Band)

In our digital age is listening to vinyl just for the hipsters? Is the recent resurgence of the cassette merely a part of the latest fad? Does the CD player still deserve a place in our vehicles? In this episode I discuss the experience of listening to music on physical formats and why I believe it’s still worth doing in 2021 and beyond.

You can connect with me over on Instagram @micthemike.fm - Feel free to email me at [email protected]

You can also find me and my other artworks on my separate Instagram accounts [Photography] @beckm.creative // [Music] @lankasterband // [Visual Art] @beckm.art

Mentions and other references from this episode:

• Vinyl Eyezz - Cassettes: EVERYTHING You Know is a LIE! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3wwaj4HvhyU
• Techmoan - Cassettes - better than you don't remember https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jVoSQP2yUYA

A listener and friend ask me this question: "Why have you as a Christian decided not to go the route as a Christian artist, but incorporate God subtly in your songs?" Let's talk about that.

You can connect with me over on Instagram @micthemike.fm - Feel free to email me at [email protected]

You can also find me and my other artworks on my separate Instagram accounts [Photography] @beckm.creative // [Music] @lankasterband // [Visual Art] @beckm.art

Mentions and other references from this episode:

• David Eugene Edwards Documentary -The Preacher https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_0lZdfyAYZI
• FaceCulture - Julien Baker interview (part 2) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fzTUwJB5Awk
• Sufjan Stevens & Julien Baker — A Crisis of Faith https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GaKIAP0ciF4
• Jars Of Clay - Work https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lL0041GDsqE
• Switchfoot - Let That Be Enough https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MOnK-RegtBE
• We Are The City - King David https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pt4X7G1lf8g
• Starflyer 59 - (My apologies, I said that the song was "Father John", but it's actually Bicycle Rider) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nQhxN8kP6H0&list=OLAK5uy_kgmKPZ9GXL5PHcKaqoJQH2addymadAe_U&index=2
• The Innocence Mission - God Is Love https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pin4t0sOUGA
• The Innocence Mission - I Have Loved You https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ajuUJvql3W4

A local community college I attended might be getting a new name soon. This is one instance amongst a larger initiative to change the names and emblems of various institutions, which is not without its share of controversy. The name Thomas Nelson Community College doesn't bother me, but my neighbor seems to have a problem with it so let's talk about that.

You can connect with me over on Instagram @micthemike.fm - Feel free to email me at [email protected]

You can also find me and my other artworks on my separate Instagram accounts [Photography] @beckm.creative // [Music] @lankasterband // [Visual Art] @beckm.art

Mentioned in this episode:

• https://wydaily.com/local-news/2021/02/24/tncc-board-recommends-name-change-after-unanimous-vote/

In this episode I discuss perceptions and expectations we can have surrounding artists and entertainers. Is an artist separate from the art they create? Can we the audience enjoy art made by an artist who's made questionable life decisions? I hope to do some interviews in the future on this podcast, so I also share my dream interview Wishlist as well.

You can connect with me over on Instagram @micthemike.fm - Feel free to email me at [email protected]

You can also find me and my other artworks on my separate Instagram accounts [Photography] @beckm.creative // [Music] @lankasterband // [Visual Art] @beckm.art

Mentioned in this episode:

• Leyland James Kirby and Ivan Seal (The Caretaker)
• La Classe
• Midnight Sister
• Neill Blomkamp
• Joel Haver
• Jaye Bartell
• Honey Harper
• Rosemary Fairweather

In this episode I talk a bit about coping with Valentine's Day and then discuss aging, how we might change the narrative and perhaps come to befriend our older selves.

You can connect with me over on Instagram @micthemike.fm - Feel free to email me at [email protected]

You can also find me and my other artworks on my separate Instagram accounts [Photography] @beckm.creative // [Music] @lankasterband // [Visual Art] @beckm.art

In this episode I continue the discussion talking about relationships, tension between the sexes and respond to a listener's question about coping and finding joy as a single person.

You can connect with me over on Instagram @micthemike.fm - Feel free to email me at [email protected]

You can also find me and my other artworks on my separate Instagram accounts [Photography] @beckm.creative // [Music] @lankasterband // [Visual Art] @beckm.art

In this episode I attempt to share a compelling discussion on romantic relationships and the-lack-there-of, single-hood, and where I find myself now, 29 years later.

You can connect with me over on Instagram @micthemike.fm - Feel free to email me at [email protected]

You can also find me and my other artworks on my separate Instagram accounts [Photography] @beckm.creative // [Music] @lankasterband // [Visual Art] @beckm.art

Mentioned in this Episode:

• Vox - ‘Why are we so lonely?' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EidKI1Bdons
• Pop Culture Detective https://www.youtube.com/user/rebelliouspixels

When beginning new things how can we keep perspective and allow ourselves the flexibility that we need? I don't know, but let's talk about that in this episode.

You can connect with me over on Instagram @micthemike.fm - Feel free to email me at [email protected]

You can also find me and my other artworks on my separate Instagram accounts [Photography] @beckm.creative // [Music] @lankasterband // [Visual Art] @beckm.art

Mentioned in this Episode:

• Creative Minds Podcast - ‘Done Is Better Than Perfect’ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bma3BUYwP78
• Annie Johnson Flint - 'He giveth more grace' https://finestofthewheat.org/he-giveth-more-grace/
• Joel Haver - ‘You’re Already A Filmmaker!’ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j_yIgKsB_Is

How do we start off in our on way, on our own path when there are so many standards and expectations set before us? I don't know, but let's talk about that in this episode.

You can connect with me over on Instagram @micthemike.fm - Feel free to email me at [email protected]

You can also find me and my other artworks on my separate Instagram accounts [Photography] @beckm.creative // [Music] @lankasterband // [Visual Art] @beckm.art