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Let's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysWhy Guys Fix Everyone Else (But Don't Fix Themselves)Yo Let's Get Real Community! In this segment from our live show, Shark and Spanish dive deep into one of the hardest lessons for men to learn: you can’t fix your life until you’re willing to look inward.Spanish opens up about how his spiritual growth has led him to self-discipline — something he never thought he’d embrace — and how that shift helped him start unlocking patterns that were keeping him stuck. Shark builds on the idea by sharing a flow-state moment where he literally coached himself, stepping outside his own mind to see his habits and...
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Let's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysEmotional Vomit Ponchos: We’re Here for Your Mess In this episode of Let’s Get Real, Michael and Spanish dive deep into one of the most overlooked skills in men’s mental health — listening without judgment.It all starts with a story about Michael’s coaching client, a neuroscientist helping moms of special needs kids. Even though her work is rooted in neuroscience and biohacking, she discovered that many clients simply needed someone to listen. That’s when it hit us: being a good listener can sometimes do more for someone than any title, degree, or “official” counseling session.We explore the pros and cons of bei...
2025-08-1814 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysTwo Words That Change Everything: THINK BIGGER 🤯Hey Let's Get Real Community! In this segment from the live Let’s Get Real, Michael shares two simple words that completely shifted his thinking: "Think Bigger." Born out of a morning meditation and daily intention practice, this mindset move helped him step out of fear, scarcity, and over-focusing on small problems — and instead open up to possibility, hope, and abundance.We dive into how men often get stuck in “fix-it” mode, trying to solve the little problems without seeing the bigger picture. Michael explains how "Think Bigger" worked in his own life — from business challenges to relationshi...
2025-08-1510 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysTwo Super Cool Daddy/Daughter MomentsWhat happens when you have a real, raw conversation with your daughter live on air? In this cool moment from the July 12th live show of Let’s Get Real, Michael talks with his 22-year-old daughter Adelaide, who steps out of her NYC tattoo shop to open up about loneliness, reincarnation, and nonlinear time.They dive deep into energy, identity, and what it means to trust your future self—even when the present feels heavy.Then, a surprise: Tim, a caller from last year who was deep in alcoholism, calls back to share that he’s five...
2025-07-1417 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for Guys(0705 #4) You're Not Behind—You're Exactly Where You Need to BeThis week on Let’s Get Real, Michael (aka Shark) and Spanish dive into a truth that’s hitting deep: You’re not behind. You’re exactly where you need to be.Inspired by Shaolin monk wisdom and a powerful quote that literally stopped Michael mid-dog-walk, this episode explores what happens when we finally let go of the toxic belief that we’ve “missed our moment.” From mindset shifts to a Harvard study that literally reversed aging, this is your reminder that your prime hasn’t passed—it’s just beginning.And then… a caller n...
2025-07-0715 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for Guys(0705 #5) Your Future Self is Waiting For You.What if the darkest moments of your life were actually setting you up for something amazing? In this emotional and real episode of Let’s Get Real, Michael and Spanish talk about the power of mindset, vibration, and knowing that you are exactly where you’re supposed to be.From a caller who rebuilt his life after divorce and homelessness, to stories about authenticity and the science of energy, this conversation is full of hope and powerful reminders that your life isn’t over — it might just be starting. 🙌We also dive into tools like meditation...
2025-07-0716 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for Guys"I Am Not Who I Was": Sobriety, Identity & How Men Change Their LivesWhat if one sentence could shift your entire identity? In this powerful episode of Let’s Get Real, Shark and Spanish dive deep into what it means to say: “I am not who I was.”Whether you're navigating sobriety, feeling lost, or asking “Who am I now?” — this episode is for you. We talk about overcoming addiction, changing your habits, and learning how to become the man you actually want to be.A powerful call-in from a man who quit drinking after 30 years adds even more heart to this raw conversation. From breaking the cycle of addiction...
2025-07-0113 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysAlright Higher Power...What'cha GOT???What if you’re already perfect — but you just forgot?In this real, raw, and hilarious conversation, Michael and Spanish talk about what happens when you stop waiting for someone (or something) to “take the wheel” and start showing up in your own life. From spiritual Instagram gurus to late-night meditations in the backyard, this episode dives into the hard truths, the divine whispers, and the personal patterns that just won’t go away until you finally pay attention.We talk God, ego, spiritual practice, and what it really means to change. Plus, Michael shares how his me...
2025-06-1507 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysI Had A Massive Friendship Epiphany. While I Was Peeing.What's up Let's Get Real Community! Michael and Spanish here. Thank you ALL for amazing support!Well...what started as just a normal trip to the bathroom... turned into a breakthrough. While I was standing at the urinal, I started thinking about what it really means to have a true friend. You know—the kind of guy you can call when life gets messy. No judgment. No shame. Just a deep connection where you both know you can go as far into the conversation as needed… or not.In this episode, we open up about what...
2025-06-1008 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysJust Two Dudes Talking To The Universe. And It Answers!What happens when you start talking to God—not from a place of fear, but from a place of love?In this powerful and honest segment, Michael and Spanish open up about how their relationship with God (or the universe, source, energy—whatever name works for you) has changed over time. Spanish shares how he first reached out in a dark moment, while Michael describes his connection as something pure and ongoing. The two explore what it means to feel that loving presence every day, and how hard it can be when that presence starts asking something from...
2025-06-0305 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysAngel Numbers... Legit or Bullsh*t? You Decide.Have you ever asked the universe for a sign… and actually got it?In this episode, Spanish shares the powerful story behind the "222" tattoo on his arm—and how that number saved his life. Michael opens up about his own journey with angel numbers like 888 and 000, and how they’ve shown up in crazy, unexpected ways. What starts as a deep talk about depression, meaning, and the universe turns into a real conversation about signs, synchronicity, and staying open to something greater.From bathroom rituals to late-night prayers and shocking bank balances, this is the episod...
2025-05-3109 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysThe Voice In Spanish's Head. Is Michael! What???What if Arnold Schwarzenegger was the voice in your head during a crisis? In this raw and hilarious episode, Spanish shares that the voice in his head...is Michael! (What???) And Michael shares the moment the universe spoke to him—and Spanish confesses he missed it because, well... tequila. 🤦♂️ But things get deep real fast.We open up about how meditation, prayer, and simple daily intentions have radically shifted our lives. Spanish realizes he's so focused on "seeing his ancestors" during meditation that he's missing the present. Michael gets real about setting intentions using an app that reminds him...
2025-05-2809 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysEd's Drinking Too Much & Needs Help. Can You Relate???In this real and emotional segment from the May 10th live Let's Get Real radio show, a listener named Ed calls in and opens up about his lifelong struggle with alcohol. At 66 years old, Ed shares how drinking has followed him from his teenage years to today—despite a good career, a strong marriage, and a desire to stop. This conversation gets deep, honest, and real fast.Michael and Spanish talk with Ed about the shame that can come from battling addiction, the false idea that asking for help is weakness, and how surrendering control might be th...
2025-05-2511 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysGuys, Why You’re Blocking Your Own Success (And Don’t Know It)The Secret to Manifesting What You Want: It Starts With IntentionIn this powerful episode of Let’s Get Real, Michael and Spanish dive into the real-life power of intention. This isn't fluffy self-help talk—it's about how vibrational energy and belief shape your reality. Michael shares a story about a new client from London who transformed her financial life by shifting her mindset. From being broke and scared of money… to making over $50K per month, simply by setting clear, fearless intentions.They unpack why most of us are stuck in fear and scarcity, especi...
2025-04-2010 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysFeeling Pressure To Be "The Man". At 22. Will's Story - Let's Get Real Radio ShowWhat do you do when life feels heavy… and you’re only 22?In this raw and real call, we hear from Will — a young guy who bought a house not for himself, but for his 72-year-old dad and teenage sister. At an age when most guys are figuring out adulting 101, Will is already carrying the weight of fatherhood, caregiving, and responsibility. And yet, like so many of us, he still wonders, *“Am I doing enough?”*This segment from the April 5th Live Radio Show, hits hard in all the best ways. Michael and Spanish talk with Will...
2025-04-1004 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysThis Call Hit Hard: When Your Dad Dies and You're Still Mad. Let's Get Real - April 5, 2025What do you do when your dad dies… but you never had a relationship with him? That’s what Chuck, one of our callers, is struggling with. His father just passed, and while his twin sister is heartbroken, Chuck feels… nothing. No connection. No loss. Just a whole lot of confusion. Should he go to the funeral to support her? Or stay true to how he really feels?In this segment, from the April 5th live "Let’s Get Real - A Talk Show For Guys", we get deep about father wounds, sibling dynamics, and what it m...
2025-04-0807 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysDid I Accidentally Kill Val Kilmer? A Real Genius StoryWhat's up Let's Get Real Community of Dudes??? Thanks for checking out this segment from the April 5th live radio show!This is the *real* story of how I *might* have accidentally killed Val Kilmer. (Spoiler: It involves a lemon cake, a Brooklyn apartment, and one of the greatest '80s movies of all time.)In this episode of *Let's Get Real - A Talk Show Made Just For Guys*, I share a wild and oddly touching experience that unfolded during a trip to NYC for my grandmother-in-law’s 100th birthday. My daughter and I, re...
2025-04-0609 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for Guys9 Months Sober & Grateful – Andy’s Story of Redemption & HopeWhat’s up Let’s Get Real Community!🚨 If you or someone you know is struggling with alcohol, this is a must-listen. 🚨This is segment two of a powerful three-part series from the March 22nd live Let’s Get Real radio show, airing every Saturday at 12 PM ET on 102.5 FM The Bone in Tampa Bay.Segment 1: Jeff, deep in the struggle of addiction.Segment 2 (THIS CLIP): Andy, celebrating 9 months sober—calling in with his 6-year-old in the car, reflecting on the power of vulnerability and honesty in recovery.Segment 3: Jason, a local tow truc...
2025-03-2607 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysTalking Conspiracy Theories 🤯 What If Everything You Thought Was Crazy… Was Real?What if everything you thought was just a wild conspiracy… was actually real? 🤯 In this episode of Let’s Get Real, Michael and Spanish go deep into some of the craziest theories floating around—from government-controlled weather to nanotechnology hiding in plain sight.Michael shares an eye-opening conversation he had with a former military insider who claims advanced tech—like AI assistants and weather manipulation—always hits the public years after the military has already been using it. Ever heard of patents on controlling the weather? Yeah, they exist. What about nicotine fighting off certain… lingering effects from 2021? We t...
2025-03-1804 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysWalking Away vs. Holding On Too Long: The Ultimate Relationship Question for GuysWhat's up Let's Get Real Community? In this segment, Spanish and Michael dive into some real sh*t Spanish is going through with his girlfriend.What if everything you thought about love was wrong? In this raw and real conversation, we dive deep into the weight of expectations, the struggle to measure up, and the surprising ways love teaches us about ourselves. Spanish opens up about his parents' storybook romance, his own doubts about finding "the one," and the unexpected relationship that changed everything. But when love gets hard, what do you do? Stay and fight, or...
2025-03-1402 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysGetting Fired Can Be Awesome. What??? Believe It.What happens when you lose everything—your job, your sense of direction, and even your identity? In this segment from the Let's Get Real radio show, Michael and Spanish dive deep into the raw and unexpected journey of self-discovery after major life setbacks.🔥 How getting fired can be a hidden opportunity🔥 The weird reality of feeling like a different person after loss🔥 Overcoming self-doubt and finding new paths you never expectedThis is a real, unfiltered conversation about resilience, reinvention, and realizing that maybe—just maybe—things turn out better than you thought.🔔 SUBS...
2025-03-1102 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for Guys🤬 How to Handle Relationship Fights: The Power of Shutting Up (yes...SHUT UP!)🔥 Are Soulmates Real? Navigating Love, Conflict & the Age of Aquarius 🔥In this episode of Let’s Get Real, Michael and Anthony dive deep into the concept of soulmates, twin flames, and the Age of Aquarius. 🌌 Are we entering a new era of love and understanding? What happens when we feel an unexplainable pull toward someone—even after years of conflict?We also get real about marriage, long-term relationships, and the fights that test us. Why do we double down in arguments? Why is shutting up sometimes the hardest (but best) thing to do?💬 Drop a comment...
2025-02-2510 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysManifestation for Men: The 3 Keys to Creating What You WantWelcome Let's Get Real Community! Thanks for checking out this episode!🚀 **Manifestation isn’t magic—it’s mindset!** 🚀 Ever had that feeling when you KNOW something is going to happen before it does? Not just wishing, but actually feeling it? That’s exactly what happened when Michael sat in a coffee shop, overheard two guys talking, and thought, *Man, I want that kind of connection.* Just three weeks later—BOOM!—he was having an in-person coaching session at that same spot. Coincidence? Nah. This episode is all about the shift from *wanting* to *creating*. Michael and Anth...
2025-02-1108 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysMen, Stop Trying to Fix Everything—Here’s What to Do InsteadEgo is a hell of a thing, especially for men. We’re told from a young age that our job is to provide, grind, and hustle for success. But what happens when you’ve checked all those boxes—and it’s still not enough? In this episode of Let’s Get Real, Michael and Spanish tackle the struggle of recalibrating what it means to be a man, especially when it comes to relationships, marriage, and the ego traps that can sneak up on us.Ever found yourself in an argument thinking, Don’t you see what I’ve don...
2025-02-0610 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysYou And Your Partner Don't See Eye to Eye 👁️ How Conspiracy Theories Are Wrecking This Marriage 💍Are conspiracy theories tearing your relationship apart? In this episode of Let's Get Real, we dive deep into the clash between truth-seeking and keeping the peace at home. Listener Steven calls in, struggling with how to share his growing awareness of global events, ancient texts, and hidden truths with his fiancé—without pushing her away. Sound familiar?Spanish and Michael break it down with humor and wisdom, offering hard-earned insights on relationships, belief systems, and what happens when your worldview suddenly shifts. From the Book of Enoch to homesteading, from the quantum field to "Maktub" (it i...
2025-02-0412 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysStruggling to Find a Job? We Get It. How To Find Your Next Job Without Losing Your Mind 🤯Alright LGR Community...let's figure out one of the biggest struggles we ALL deal with at some point.Looking for a new job. But not just that...looking for a job that feeds our passion (or at least doesn't suck), while balancing family too.Great caller from the February 1 Let's Get Real LIVE Radio Show!Jeremy is 25, a dad of two, and feeling stuck. He loves to cook, but finding a solid job with work-life balance? That’s another story. In this segment of *Let’s Get Real - An Interactive Talk Show For...
2025-02-0308 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysHey Dads...You Gotta Fight For Your Kids. Mike's Story on Let's Get RealHey Let's Get Real Community! We had a powerful conversation with Mike from this show on the brutal custody battle he's got going on. Michael shared how you gotta fight for your kids and Spanish brought in his spiritual perspective.Hit Subscribe and drop a comment below with your support for Mike!🎙️ **Fatherhood, Family Drama & Fighting for What’s Right** In this powerful segment of *Let’s Get Real - An Interactive Talk Show for Guys,* we take a deep dive into one man’s battle to stay connected to his daughters after years of fam...
2025-01-2515 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysBro, Why Are You Arguing with Strangers on Facebook? What The Universe Thinks of You 😉Hey guys, ever feel like you're losing your cool over something online or just life in general? Trust us, you're not alone. In this segment from Let’s Get Real - An Interactive Talk Show Made Just for Guys, Michael and Spanish take on everything from the frustrations of social media battles (we see you, Facebook warriors 🫡) to the deeper forces of the universe pulling us in unexpected directions. Spoiler: It's not just you—sometimes the universe really wants to squeeze the juice out of us. 🍋We’re talking about those “out-of-body” moments where you feel like a completely dif...
2025-01-2109 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysWhen You Lose Your Dog, You Lose a Brother: Helping an Ex-Marine Grieve His Massive Loss"If someone tells you not to grieve because, "it's just a dog", you should slap them across the face." - Michael💔 Losing a dog is losing a best friend. On this week’s Let’s Get Real - A Interactive Talk Show Made Just For Guys, Michael and Spanish take a call from Daniel, a listener grieving the loss of his beloved black Russian terrier. For 10 years, she wasn’t just a pet—she was family, a partner, and a source of comfort through PTSD. Daniel’s pain resonates with so many of us who know that losi...
2025-01-2007 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysTime To Stand Up To Your Boss! Spanish is Dealing With This IRL💬 **What’s Your Value? Why Standing Up for Yourself Matters** 💬 This segment from *Let's Get Real - A Talk Show Made Just for Guys*, Michael and Spanish dive into something every guy faces: knowing your worth and standing your ground—whether it's with your boss, your family, or even yourself. 🙌 Michael shares a raw, real-life moment when management at the station dropped a bombshell: the show's getting cut by an hour. Instead of rolling over, he stood up for the value he knows *Let's Get Real* brings to the table. Spanish opens up about his peo...
2025-01-1811 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysThe Real Power of Saying "No" (Without Being a Dick) - Let's Get Real Radio ShowWhat's up LGR community? Great to have you here! This show we dive into how to deal with bosses when you're dealing with a new job (or any job). Especially when they say, "yeah....we're gonna need you to come in on Saturday" (from Office Space and Spanish's real life!)💥 **Are You a People Pleaser? Here’s How to Break the Cycle!** 💥 This segment from the January 11, 2025 live show,, Michael and Spanish dive into the tough topic of **people pleasing**—what it looks like, why we do it, and how it can derail our lives if left unc...
2025-01-1513 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysWould Winning the Lotto Really Fix Everything??? The Ultimate Thought Experiment...💭 What Would YOU Do With a Billion Dollars? 💭 (Would It Change Who You Are???)In this segment from the January 4th Let’s Get Real Live Show, Michael Sharkey and Spanish dive into one of the ultimate "what if" thought experiments: winning the Lotto jackpot. But this isn’t just about yachts and islands (though we wouldn’t say no to that). It’s about the deeper questions, like: Would having a billion dollars really change who you are? Or would it just amplify what’s already inside? 🤔 Michael gets real about battling a scarcity mindset, reflecting...
2025-01-0804 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysWhy Your New Years Resolutions Are Stupid. (Sorry, not sorry)🎙️ "Why can't I just chill, dude?" That’s the vibe in this segment of the January 4th Let’s Get Real live radio show! Michael and Spanish kick off 2025 with a deep dive into the tension between "having a plan" and "going with the flow." Is it all just man-made garbage, or is there something valuable in setting goals? Spoiler: It’s both. From hilarious New Year’s resolutions (eating less candy, anyone?) to questioning society’s obsession with three-year plans, we’re tackling it all with humor and heart. Michael opens up about his own struggles with...
2025-01-0512 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysDancing With The Universe - Just Two Dudes Figuring Sh*t Out 🤔Welcome to *Let's Get Real - A Talk Show For Guys*, where we get deep, raw, and real about life’s biggest questions. In this episode, Michael and Spanish dive headfirst into the uncharted waters of spirituality, faith, and what it means to surrender control. From reconnecting with God—or maybe just figuring out what that even means—to tapping into the universe’s energy, this conversation will have you questioning everything you thought you knew about yourself. Ever wondered why certain moments feel like they’re meant just for you? Michael shares his personal story about...
2025-01-0212 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysUnconditional Love, Death & Time - Why Interstellar is the PERFECT MovieWhat's up Let's Get Real Community? This segment is about one of the most PERFECT movies of all time...🎥 **What Makes Interstellar the Perfect Movie?** 🌌 In this segment, we dive deep into the heart of Christopher Nolan’s masterpiece, *Interstellar*. It’s more than just a sci-fi movie—it’s an emotional journey that hits home for guys. Michael recounts watching *Interstellar* (again!) in IMAX and how its themes of love, time, and connection brought him and his son, Gavin, to tears. Yep, real men cry—especially when it’s about unconditional love echoing across the universe.
2024-12-3007 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysWild Addiction Stories & Spanish's Non-Substance Addiction 💥 Let's Get Real Radio ShowWild Addiction Stories & Spanish's Non-Substance Addiction 💥What's up everybody? Welcome to *Let's Get Real – A Talk Show for Guys*. I’m Michael Sharkey, and together with my co-host, Spanish, we’re here to help men tackle life’s toughest challenges with honesty, humor, and heart. In this segment from our live show, Spanish opens up about something deeply personal: his addiction—not to alcohol or substances, but to danger. Yep, danger. He share's how this constant need to challenge himself has shaped his life and how reflecting on it has made Spanish reevaluate the way he approaches...
2024-12-2811 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysWhat If It ALL Works Out??? Let's Get Real Radio Show Live SegmentHey Let's Get Real Community! Excited to share this segment with you from the December 7th live call-in show. 🔔 HIT SUBSCRIBE or FOLLOW 🔔 And don't forget to check us out, live on Saturdays at 12N ET at www.theboneonline.com (or however you listen to streaming audio)In this segment, Michael and Spanish dive into the power of talking things through. Ever feel like your thoughts are stuck on a negative loop? You're not alone. Michael shares a moving conversation with his friend Kevin, who’s facing big life challenges like job loss and family struggles...
2024-12-1912 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysThe Trick of Letting Go of Past Mistakes - Let's Get Real Radio Show🎙 **How to Let Go of Anxiety and Rewire Your Brain** 🎙 Hey Let's Get Real Community of guys! Here's a segment from a recent show that helps us all deal with past mistakes...enjoy!In this segment of *Let's Get Real - A Talk Show For Guys*, we take a powerful call from John, who shares his journey of dealing with anxiety, negative thoughts, and self-forgiveness. Together, we dive deep into practical ways to let go of the past, forgive yourself, and reprogram your brain to focus on positivity. 💡 From learning how to handle the "what i...
2024-12-1803 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysMy Dad Helped Us Get A Dog...AFTER He Died.What's up everybody?!? This is a true story. No part of this is embellished. And it's a crazy story that shows my Dad is helping out from the other side.Have you ever had one of those moments where life just smacks you upside the head and you think, "This can't be a coincidence"? That’s what happened when my dad—who passed away recently—decided to flex his cosmic muscles from the afterlife. In this episode, I share with you the mind-blowing story of how a series of “random” events led to the perfect dog for his...
2024-12-1011 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysMy Dad Died. Part Six. How a Simple Memory Changed How I See My Dad.NOTE: These segments are being published in order from the November 23rd show for everyone. But mostly this is how my family listens to the show and the easiest way for everyone to hear these reflections.------🎙️ This final segment from the November 23 Let’s Get Real, Michael opens up about a powerful conversation with his best friend Kevin, uncovering how one simple observation changed everything. Sometimes, we don’t realize the impact of a normal moment until someone else shows us. Kevin shared a memory from his teenag...
2024-11-3010 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysMy Dad Died. Part Five. Unlocking The Past Through A Lost Box of Memories.NOTE: These segments are being published in order from the November 23rd show for everyone. But mostly this is how my family listens to the show and the easiest way for everyone to hear these reflections.------🌟 Losing my dad: The lessons, love, and letting go 🌟This week’s episode of Let’s Get Real gets personal as Michael shares the profound experience of losing his father and the reflections it brought. From finding a box of childhood keepsakes to uncovering a birthday card he wrote at 16, Michael takes us on a jou...
2024-11-3014 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysMy Dad Died. Part Four. Callers Share Their Story.NOTE: These segments are being published in order from the November 23rd show for everyone. But mostly this is how my family listens to the show and the easiest way for everyone to hear these reflections.------Dealing with Loss, Hurricane Struggles, and Finding Light in the Darkness This week on Let’s Get Real, Michael shares the emotional journey of losing his father and the profound lessons he's learned along the way. Joined by a caller, Chuck, who’s battling his own storms—from hurricanes to personal struggles—this episode d...
2024-11-2915 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysMy Dad Died. Part One. All I Experienced In The Days That FollowedNOTE: These segments are being published in order from the November 23rd show for everyone. But mostly this is how my family listens to the show and the easiest way for everyone to hear these reflections.-----Greetings Let's Get Real Community! As some of you know, Michael's Dad has been battling cancer for the past 3 months. This is the first live show Spanish and Michael did after his father passed on November 16th.Losing a parent is something none of us are truly ready for, even when we think we are. This w...
2024-11-2916 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysMy Dad Died. Part Two. Grief Isn't Just Crying...It's Everything.NOTE: These segments are being published in order from the November 23rd show for everyone. But mostly this is how my family listens to the show and the easiest way for everyone to hear these reflections.------This week on Let's Get Real, Michael opens up about a deeply personal experience: the passing of his father. 💔 But this isn't a sad conversation—it’s one about gratitude, connection, and the powerful realizations that come with loss. Michael reflects on transformative moments with his dad, shares heartfelt advice from listeners, and explores the unshakable bond tha...
2024-11-2916 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysMy Dad Died. Part Three. How A Song Sent Me SpiralingNOTE: These segments are being published in order from the November 23rd show for everyone. But mostly this is how my family listens to the show and the easiest way for everyone to hear these reflections.------🎸 From Grief to Tesla and Tears: A Journey Through Emotions 🎸 This week, Michael opens up about a deeply personal chapter—losing his dad just seven days ago. But don’t expect a somber vibe! Instead, this episode of Let's Get Real dives into the unexpected ways grief shows up, like 80s hairbands, rusted sprinklers...
2024-11-2911 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for Guys17 SECONDS! Can You Hold 17 Seconds of PURE Gratitude? - Let's Get Real Radio ShowWhat's up LGR Community?Let's Get Real is a live, call in radio show in Tampa Bay to help guys get and give support. In this segment, we dive into a completely transformative experience!Holding pure feelings of gratitude for 17 seconds.In this segment from the November 12th live show, Michael shares his experiment holding this gratitude and the CRAZY effect it had...on his dog, Paci!Don't forget to HIT SUBSCRIBE and drop a comment below if you've tried this complete mind-shifting experiment!Key Takeaways:✅ 17 Seconds of Gr...
2024-11-1404 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysMichael's Oaxaca Journey to Gratitude - Let's Get Real Radio ShowHola Amigos!🌎 Fresh back from a trip to the magical land of Oaxaca, Michael dives into some deep thoughts about gratitude and blessings (and machete hikes 🥾🌄)! While taking daily treks through the misty hills of San Felipe, he found himself gazing over the breathtaking valley but feeling...a little empty? 😕 We all know that feeling – you’re supposed to be grateful, but it just doesn’t hit. Today, we’re talking about what happens when gratitude feels forced and what it means to truly feel blessed. 🙏💫On this episode of Let's Get Real - A Talk Show For Guys, Michae...
2024-11-1311 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysDivorce Sucks. Time Heals. And Feeling it ALL - Let's Get Real Radio ShowWhat's Up Let's Get Real Community of Guys!In this episode, Hicks calls in to share his journey through an unexpected divorce and the emotional rollercoaster that followed. He opens up about the pain, the panic, and the unexpected moments of healing that came with time. Whether it's that gut-punch feeling in the ribs or the long nights of struggle, Hicks reminds us that even when things seem dark, time can bring healing. 🙏💙💬 Reaching Out for Support 💬 Michael and Spanish dive into the importance of reaching out to others when life feels overwhelming. Hicks talks about leanin...
2024-11-1104 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysJust Learning to Own Your Shit - Let's Get Real Radio ShowWelcome Let's Get Real Community!In this episode, Michael and Spanish dive into the ups and downs of owning up to our stuff and why it's so hard yet so powerful 💪. Michael shares a relatable story about taking responsibility when things go sideways and how that helps him move forward with a clearer head 🧠. From dealing with tough feedback to finding strength in being real, this talk is packed with tips for anyone who’s felt the weight of “messing up” and needing to make things right 💬.Spanish chimes in with his own struggles of balancing on-ai...
2024-11-0905 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for Guys"Hereditary" Isn't Just a Classic Horror Movie - It's a Lesson in Isolation.Happy Halloween Let's Get Real Community!Dropping this segment on Halloween where Spanish and Michael discuss one of the most awesome scary movies of ALL TIME - Hereditary.And specifically, the scene where... Ah, c'mon, you know... THAT scene from Hereditary. And all the life lessons learned from making a split-second, shitty decision.We draw parallels between this cinematic moment and real-life struggles that many men face when processing overwhelming emotions, guilt, and the desire to escape from reality. Dude...it's REAL!!!!Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction to Hereditary 00:27 - The un...
2024-10-3107 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysThe Dude's Dude: James Hetfield Shows Us It's Okay to Ask for Help (Awesome on-stage moment!)What's up Let's Get Real Community!!!This segment, from the October 26th "Let’s Get Real" live show! 🎙️ features a POWERFUL moment from James Hetfield on stage. In this engaging clip, me and Spanish dive into a powerful conversation about vulnerability, support, and the importance of processing emotions—especially for men. Inspired by a recent moment from James Hetfield of Metallica, we explore how even the most confident figures struggle with insecurities and anxiety.Dude...it's James Hetfield of Metallica. If he can ask for help on stage in front of 80k people...
2024-10-2810 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysLife Purpose & Ikigai | Let's Get Real Radio Show 🎙️🌟 What Do You Really Want? Let's Get Real About Purpose & Gratitude 🌟In this segment from the September 21st Let's Get Real live radio show, Michael and Spanish dive deep into the age-old question: What do we really want? 🤔 Michael talks about finding his purpose through the Japanese concept of Ikigai (don't worry, we break it down for you! 😉). He shares personal stories about his time in radio and the struggles he faced asking, "Is this my purpose?" 😅 Now, through this show, he's found clarity in helping others and explains how gratitude plays a HUGE role in discovering your purpose. 🙌...
2024-09-2606 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysJust Two Dudes Talking Manifestation and Dreaming Big ✨🎙️ Welcome Let’s Get Real Community - A Talk Show For Guys! This segment from the September 21st live show, we dive into manifestation and why guys need a safe space to talk about life, dreams, and... yeah, even sunsets! 🌅 Michael and Spanish talk about balancing humor with heart and what it means to dream big. Want to manifest a new reality? We got you. But remember, forcing things creates a "bastardized version" of what you REALLY want. Let's break it down together. 💡In this episode, we talk about the journey—how the lessons learned along the way ar...
2024-09-2413 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysAaron Rodgers 🏈 Baker Mayfield 🏈 How NFL Players Teach Us Emotional IntelligenceHello Let's Get Real Community! 🌟 What if life was all about reframing the way we think? In this segment from the September 21st live show of Let's Get Real, Michael and Spanish dive into a powerful conversation about how focusing on solutions, instead of problems, can change your whole mindset. 🧠 Lewis calls in to share how he gets stuck in negative spirals and together, we unpack the "what ifs" that keep us from living our best lives. Spoiler: the answer might just surprise you! 🧐🏈 Plus, we get real about NFL athletes, like Jets’ star Jermaine Johnson, who sh...
2024-09-2211 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysBattling Cancer with Joy and Enthusiasm - Michael Shares an Update on His Dad - 09072024🎙️ In this segment of Let's Get Real from September 7th, Michael opens up about a tough yet incredibly meaningful chapter in his life. Two weeks ago, Michael found out his 87-year-old dad has cancer. But instead of focusing on fear, Michael shares how his dad's decision to live out his final days with family, without invasive treatments, has transformed their relationship into something beautiful. ❤️👨👦With humor and heart, Michael talks about the incredible bond that has formed with his dad—stories, laughs, and even funny phone calls that sometimes go unanswered (his dad’s a little hard of hearing...
2024-09-1313 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysDrop the Mask! Guys Being Real & Authentic - Let's Get Real 09072024Greetings Let's Get Real Community! 🎭 In this segment of Let's Get Real from the September 7th live show, we’re diving into the masks we all wear and why it's so hard to just be our true selves. 🧐 Michael's broadcasting from the depths of his daughter's Brooklyn apartment, sharing his reflections on being real and breaking down the walls that keep us from showing who we really are. 🤯 He and Spanish explore how society, social media, and even childhood bullying mess with our heads, making us hide behind fake images. 😵💫🤝 The real magic? It happens when we drop those mask...
2024-09-1211 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysWhy Do We Pretend to Be Someone Else? Let's Get Real 09072024🎙️ Let’s Get Real - A Talk Show For Guys! In this segment from the September 7th live show, Michael and Spanish dive into the tricky world of masks and why we sometimes pretend to be someone else 🤔. From scrolling through social media 📱 and feeling like everyone else has it all figured out, to the pressure of putting on a performance, these two get real about how men can feel lost trying to live up to impossible standards 🌈. It's a deep talk with a lot of laughs and heart 💖.Michael shares how social media can suck us in, making u...
2024-09-1011 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysHelping Guys Stay Sober - Real Thoughts on Let's Get Real - 09072024🎙️ Welcome back to "Let's Get Real," the radio show just for guys helping them figure out life with a little humor and a whole lot of heart. In this segment from the September 7th live show, Michael Sharkey and Spanish dive into the masks we wear 🤔 and how hard it can be for men to show up as their true selves. Mike calls in, sharing his struggle with drinking 🍺, while Spanish opens up about his decision to avoid alcohol for better mental health.💥 We tackle some tough topics like pain management and self-medication, but we also explore th...
2024-09-0911 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysThe Masks Men Wear: Breaking Free From "Suck It Up" Culture - Let's Get Real 09-07Hola Let's Get Real Community! Thanks for checking out this segment from the Let's Get Real live radio show from September 7th, 2024.🔔 Don't forget to hit "SUBSCRIBE" and get new episodes as soon as we release them!🎭 Let’s Take the Mask Off! 🎭In this episode of Let's Get Real, Michael and Spanish dive deep into the topic of masks we wear as men to hide our true selves. 💔 From pretending to have it all together to pushing down our feelings, we explore how these masks are holding us back from being our most authentic selv...
2024-09-0812 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysFinding Peace in the Chaos 🙃 Real Talk on Anxiety and Grace | Let's Get Real"🎙️ Welcome to the Let's Get Real Community!In this segment from the August 17th "Let's Get Real," Live radio show, Michael and Spanish talk about dealing with tough feelings and finding peace 🧘♂️. Michael shares how he’s learning to give himself grace and handle his anxiety 🤯. It’s all about listening to that little voice inside and trusting the process 🙏.Spanish and Michael remind us that we can’t control how other people act, but we can control our own reactions 😌. They also chat with a caller who’s been working through a tough time in his relationship 💔. It’s a r...
2024-08-2209 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysWhen It's Not Really About You... 😤 | Let's Get RealWhat's up Let's Get Real community!In this segment from the August 17th live radio show of "Let's Get Real," Michael Sharkey and Spanish talk about celebrating the little wins in life, even when things are tough. 🚗 Michael shares a funny story about almost blowing up his wife's car because it was super low on oil! But don’t worry, he saved the day and the car is running like a champ. 🏆 Spanish talks about his own win—he managed not to scratch himself too much this week, which is a big deal for him. Given our c...
2024-08-2015 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysYour "Inner Voice" Knows What It's Talkin' About 😁 | Let's Get Real🎙️ Hey guys, welcome back to the "Let's Get Real" community! In this segment from the August 17th Live radio show, Michael and Spanish dive into something we all need to hear - how to pause 🛑 and listen to that inner voice 🗣️. Whether you call it intuition, God, or the universe, that voice is there to guide you. But how do we hear it when life is so noisy? 🤯Michael shares how taking a moment to pause can help us connect with our true selves. He talks about the power of reflection 🧘♂️, even in the toughest situations, and how unders...
2024-08-1810 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysTruly Listening and Following Intuition: Keepin' It Real on Let's Get RealWhat's up everybody? In this segment from Let's Get Real, we tackle the often-overlooked art of active listening and the transformative power of following your intuition. 🎙️ We dive deep into why truly listening to others—whether in personal relationships or during heated debates—can be the key to unlocking deeper connections and personal growth. Michael and Spanish share powerful insights on the difference between listening to understand versus listening to respond, emphasizing the importance of giving others your undivided attention. This episode is packed with practical advice for anyone looking to improve their communication skills, especially...
2024-08-1512 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for Guys🎙️ Embrace the Power of Gratitude, Synchronicity & FOOTBALL! - Let's Get Real Radio Show! 🎙️Hello Let's Get Real Community!In this episode of Let's Get Real, Michael and Spanish dive deep into the transformative power of blessings, gratitude, and the synchronicities that shape our lives. From personal stories of finding gratitude in unexpected moments to reflections on how the universe communicates through signs, this conversation is all about staying present and appreciating the journey.Michael shares in this episode a recent interview he heard on @TAFootballShow with Sean McVay, the Head Coach of the Los Angeles Rams. Coach commented, in the most unexpected way, about his time coaching future h...
2024-08-1513 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysHere's Why I Don't Want To Post My UFO Video (But Probably Will)🌟 Caught on Camera: UFO or Digital Glitch? 🌟In this segment of the Let’s Get Real Radio Show, Michael and Spanish dive into the cosmic mystery of a potential UFO sighting Michael captured on his iPhone over St. Pete Pier! 🚀✨ Michael shares his fears and excitement about revealing the footage and discusses the challenges of dealing with skeptical comments and potential government scrutiny. 😬 Alongside this intriguing UFO tale, we explore the power of hope and authentic conversations in a world filled with uncertainty. 🌌Join us as we unravel:The suspense behind the UFO footage 📹🛸
2024-08-0609 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysFrom Diagnosis to Dreams: Kyle's Uplifting Story from Let's Get RealHey everyone! Sharing one of our favorite callers so far doing the Let's Get Real radio show. In this segment, our caller Kyle shares his deeply personal and inspiring story. Motivated by his father's brain tumor diagnosis, Kyle decided to stop postponing his dreams and started selling plants, turning his passion into a reality. Hear how this journey has brought healing, purpose, and joy to Kyle's life. Join Michael Sharkey and Spanish as they celebrate Kyle's bravery and the beauty of seizing the moment. COMMENT BELOW! And share a win you've experience in the...
2024-07-3107 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysTransform Your Conversations with the S.O.A.P. Method | Let's Get RealHey everybody! Thanks for checking out this insightful segment where Michael and Spanish dive deep into the "S.O.A.P." method for handling difficult conversations, especially when a partner is upset or angry. This powerful tool can help you become a better listener and improve your communication skills.What is S.O.A.P.?S: Sense their emotion – Tune into the other person’s feelings.O: Oooh... I get it – Acknowledge and validate their experience.A: Allow the person to thrash, even if it's at you – Let them express their emotions without interrup...
2024-07-2910 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysUFO Sightings 👽 & Celebrating Wins! 🎉Hey Let's Get Real Community!In this incredibly fun segment from the July 20th show, Michael and Spanish talk about Michael thinking he might've caught a UFO (or UAP) on his iphone.Michael shows Spanish the video and he believes it is, in fact, a UFO above the St. Pete Pier.Spanish also shares a story of how he's pretty sure he saw a UFO when he was a kid.This is all part of our conversation sharing wins and the power of noticing these good things in life!...
2024-07-2512 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysTwo Months Sober, Making the Most of Today & Celebrating More Wins from the LGR Community!🌟 **Keepin’ the Good Vibes Rolling!** 🌟Hey Let’s Get Real community! This incredibly fun episode from the July 20th show is all about **celebrating wins**! And the sneaky, sneaky power that lives in noticing when things go right! 📲 **Caller #1: Kyle's Amazing Story** 🌱 Kyle shares an inspiring story! When his Dad was diagnosed with a brain tumor, he told Kyle to stop WAITING and start LIVING! So Kyle, who loves gardening, decided to start selling plants from his front yard, finally doing what he truly loves in life!👨💻 **Gavin's Transformation** 🌟 Michael shares a story about his "crotchety"...
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Rethinking DadsReframing the Conversation around Sex: Jerry's Journey with 4 DaughtersIn this super interesting conversation, Jerry shares how raising 4 daughters and being the lone male in his house has helped him rethink (and reframe as he puts it) the conversation and thoughts surrounding sex.He shares his experience of growing up in a highly religious household where sex was shamed and how he wanted to break that cycle with his own children. Jerry emphasizes the need for open communication and empowerment when discussing sex with children, starting from a young age. Michael and Kevin reflect on their own experiences and the generational challenges they face i...
2024-07-2257 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysCelebrating Wins! The Power of Noticing The Good Stuff in Everyday LifeIt is SO important to celebrate wins!In this first segment from the July 20th show, Michael and Spanish do a bit of a "reset" for Let's Get Real.We look back over the first two months and recall a few callers who courageously shared their struggle. From addiction to break ups, the LGR callers were brave and got great support!But the show isn't just support when things aren't going well...it's also about helping celebrate their wins! And feeling the power of a personal win and how that makes everything so...
2024-07-2214 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysBeing SINGLE: Embracing Single Life and Personal Growth | Let’s Get Real Radio Show - July 13, 2024Hey everybody! Thanks for checking out this segment from the Let’s Get Real Radio Show from July 13th.The whole show we discussed all things “breaking up” as Michael is supporting a friend through a possible divorce.This segment leaned more into the power and awesomeness of times when you’re SINGLE!Caller #1: Gus, shares how he got married young to his first wife. He lost his 2nd wife to breast cancer and now with his 3rd wife. And the time between is truly priceless where you can be yourself and find yourself...
2024-07-1611 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysNavigating Breakups and Finding Strength | Spanish’s Birthday!| Let's Get Real - 07-13-2024Hey everybody! Thanks for checking out this segment from our July 13th show. This show was two big things:Spanish’s birthday! Lots of callers sending LOVE!And Michael needed some guidance to help navigating a friend who needs to possibly end things with his wife. It’s a tough conversation and he needed some direction and support from the Let’s Get Real Community.Caller #1: Michaela, shares her personal breakup story and how she found the strength to move forward. Even sharing how she lost 50 lbs and gained new friends and new...
2024-07-1512 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysA Light & Spirited Conversation About Death (Yes, Death ☠️)What's up everybody! In this segment from the July 6th live radio show, we had a light and care-free conversation around death. (Yes, death)Michael and Spanish tackle the topic of death in a way that brings some unexpected moments and super cool callers from the Let's Get Real Community.🎙️ **First Caller:** We hear from a listener who shares an extraordinary story. At his brother's funeral, a fox suddenly appeared for just 10 seconds. The twist? His last name is "Fox" in German!📞 **Second Caller - Eddie:** Eddie opens up about his mom who passed a...
2024-07-0809 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysMichael and Spanish Talk The Power of Music, Feeling All The Feels and Getting Into Flow State"Anger is like drinking a poison and expecting it to affect someone else" - SpanishIn this fun and heartfelt segment, Michael and Spanish dive deep into the power of emotion and the importance of really FEELING it! 🎶✨We kick things off with a chat about how music can move us to tears and stir up all kinds of emotions. It's incredible how these feelings flow through us, and it's SO important to let them flow. After all, energy needs to move, or it gets stagnant.Things get even more interesting when Leslie calls...
2024-07-0416 minRethinking DadsBONUS - Kevin & Michael Driving To Airport Talking ManifestationIn this special bonus episode of Rethinking Dads, Kevin and Michael recorded their conversation while Michael was taking Kevin to the airport.This conversation actually started a couple of days prior when family and friends all gathered at Kevin's house for a discussion on life, manifestation, gratitude and raising our vibration and frequency.We all get stuck dealing with the hamster wheel of life. There's no doubt our days get crazy and we fall into ruts and lose sight of what's important. What we tried to do with this episode, and our personal conversations lately...
2024-07-0425 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysMichael and Spanish Discuss Growing this Amazing Community of Dudes Helping Dudes.What's up everybody? First of all, a monster THANK YOU for helping us hit our first milestone growing this show - 100 subscribers on YouTube. Seriously...you rock.In this first segment from the June 29th show, Michael and Spanish dive into the growth of their YouTube channel and the mission behind their talk show for guys, Let's Get Real. We emphasize the importance of creating a safe space for men to open up and share their feelings (yes...dudes talking about their feelings), building a supportive community, and setting goals for the show. Th...
2024-07-0217 minRethinking DadsFiguring Out What You Want. And Asking For It.In this episode, Michael and Kevin talk about the importance, as Dads to balance our giving to family and also doing the things that we enjoy and that nurture us.Kevin shares a heartwarming story about his dad's experience at a pool tournament and how it taught him the value of claiming moments of joy. We delve into the sacrifices Dads often make and the challenges of balancing personal wants with family needs. It also touches on the role of Moms in delaying gratification and the importance of applying grace to different perspectives....
2024-06-271h 02Let's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysPowerful Support for Josh During His Wife's Cancer Fight - From the 6/22 Live Radio ShowIn this segment from the June 22nd, Let's Get Real live radio show, a caller named Josh courageously shares his struggles after his wife's cancer diagnosis. Clearly emotional, he shares that he is completely unsure of how to move forward and has "fallen off the wagon" and begun drinking again.Spanish and Michael offer support and advice on leaning into family and finding strength in vulnerability. Another caller, Brian, discusses his own experiences with alcoholism and the importance of letting go of negative feelings. Both Michael and Spanish emphasize the significance of family and community su...
2024-06-2520 minRethinking DadsNavigating Neurodivergent Parenting: Insights and Coping Mechanisms Navigating Neurodiversity in ParentingWelcome to another thoughtful conversation with a couple of Dads on the Rethinking Dads podcast!In this episode, Michael and Kevin bring back Bhagavan and Steven Sweeney to discuss a topic they both (independently) asked to share their thoughts on...Neurodivergency - both as a Dad and with kids.The conversation delves into the experiences of neurodivergent parenting, specifically ADHD, and the challenges and strengths associated with it. Bhagavan and Steven share personal stories, insights, and coping mechanisms, highlighting the importance of understanding oneself and others in the context of neurodiversity...
2024-06-191h 04Let's Get Real - A Talk Show for GuysBalancing Work Life and Home Life Isn't Always EasyThis segment, from the June 15th live radio show, features two callers sharing their struggles.Finn, our first caller, shares with Anthony the concept of "duplicity" and how that might show up for him.Our second caller is Michael who is struggling with taking on more responsibility at a job he LOVES but also balancing a young family - two kids at 2 and 6.In addition, Anthony touches briefly on the concept of a higher self and the power of creating one's own reality. The conversation then shifts to the challenges of balancing work...
2024-06-1719 minLet's Get Real - A Talk Show for Guys05/18/2024 - (Caller Reaction) - How Did You Use Meditation to Help with Substance Recovery?Also from the May 18th Live Show, this segment features three callers who shared support for Spanish after he shared his story around hitting rock bottom.Spanish and Michael begin the conversation focusing on the power of meditation. How the practice of meditation has helped both Michael and Spanish gain clarity and stabilize the noisy voices in our head."Let's Get Real" is a weekly, interactive live talk show for guys on 102.5 FM in Tampa Bay. The show is live Saturdays at 12N ET.If you'd like to listen to...
2024-05-2116 minRethinking DadsS02/E01 - Giving Dads A Place To Process Their Sh*tWelcome to Season Two of Rethinking Dads!In this first episode, Michael and Kevin start by reflecting on Season One. We covered a lot of topics in Season One, from Unschooling, to our Partners to receiving the best advice possible from our 17-year olds.Now, as we move into Season Two of Rethinking Dads, we have two main goals.Goal One: Bring on a variety of Dads to share their storiesGoal Two: Hold a space for these Dads to process their own shitWhile we want to...
2024-05-0146 minRethinking Dads#11: Partners.Welcome to Episode 11 of "Rethinking Dad"!In this episode, Kevin and Michael explore the indispensable role that our partners play in shaping OUR roles as Dads.Michael thoughtfully portrays Tanya as "the lighthouse," casting her illuminating light to navigate significant family decisions.Similarly, Kevin articulates a parallel experience, likening Kelly to a trailblazer who ventures over the hill first, charting new directions for their family.From our family's decisions to unschool to making (sometimes outlandish) choices to curate our kids' experience, our partners lead the way.We hope you...
2024-01-171h 05Rethinking Dads#6: The Struggles We FaceAll Dad’s struggle. And those struggles vary wildly. Yet some struggles float to the surface more often.In this latest episode of Rethinking Dad, Michael and Kevin dive into the intricate tapestry of parenting and being a father by sharing a few personal struggles from over two decades of being a Dad.While every Dad faces a unique set of trials in raising their kids, certain struggles tend to surface more frequently. Join us as we candidly explore the highs and lows of the parenting landscape focusing on a few universal struggles.On...
2023-12-1359 minRethinking Dads#5: The Best Advice For Dads. Period.Welcome to another episode of Rethinking Dad! In this insightful and thoughtful discussion, hosts Michael and Kevin delve into the minds of 17-year-olds, unlocking a treasure trove of wisdom that transcends generational gaps.Recently, Kevin embarked on a journey of curiosity by posing a profound question to his son and his friends. The question that sparked this enlightening conversation was:"If you were given the stage and could speak to all Dads, what advice would you give them?"Prepare to be captivated as the young voices share their eye-opening perspectives, revealing...
2023-12-061h 03Rethinking Dads#4: Being A Better Dad"...show up in every moment, and create an environment where you can show up in the moment. And if substances of any sort, or story are keeping you from the moment, then get that shit outta here!"Welcome to episode #4 of Rethinking Dad. This episode, Michael shares how he is driven by a quest for clarity and fixing his shit. This quest is all about walking away from substances, like alcohol for the next 90 days.As Rethinking Dads, Kevin and Michael reflect on the profound impact this choice will have as Michael aims for heightened...
2023-11-2946 minRethinking Dads#3: Was I There Enough?In Episode #3 of "Rethinking Dad," Kevin dives into a heartwarming and relatable moment in every dad's life: the day you have to let your child go out into the world on their own. He starts with a touching quote: "I don't leave my babies... My babies leave me." It's a sentiment that hits home for any parent.In this episode, Kevin shares his own recent experience of saying goodbye to his 20-year-old son in Portugal. He recounts his emotional "empty closet" moment from Michael's story (Episode #1) when he watched his son ride away in an U...
2023-11-2256 minRethinking Dads#2 - Fix Your Sh*t“I want Dads to know…That if you apply personal responsibility and care to what you’re doing, you can change the world. And the changing of the world means fixing your shit! Fix your own shit, and don’t try and do anything else until you do that. Period.” - Kevin SabourinIn this second episode of the Rethinking Dad podcast, we continue the stories that brought us to launching this community and podcast. Dovetailing off of Michael’s more epiphany-story, Kevin’s shares, what he refers to, as more of a “slow burn”. Join us as Kevi...
2023-11-1234 minRethinking Dads#1 - The Pain All Dads Should FeelWelcome to the first-ever episode of "ReThinking Dad." We're Kevin Sabourin and Michael Sharkey, two Dads doing things a bit differently with our kids. In this podcast, we're all about sharing our stories – the ups, the downs, and everything in between.In ReThinking Dad, we're ditching the usual parenting rulebook and telling you about our wild adventures in unschooling and some pretty epic travels that took us far from home. Our goal is to keep things interesting and fun, giving you a peek into what being a Dad means in today's ever-changing world.With every ep...
2023-11-1229 minRethinking DadsINTRO EPISODE - Meet Your Hosts, Two Dads, Kevin & Michael.Welcome to Rethinking Dad.This is a community of Dads looking to get 1% better every day. What does that look like? It looks like fixing our shit. Seeing our own vulnerabilities. Sharing our joys. Sharing our struggles. And coming together, without judgement to create and hold a space for other Dads to explore ideas and gain support along the way.Being a Dad can be very isolating...and while it's hard to do most things alone...being a Dad is nearly impossible to do by yourself.This first three-minute episode is a simple...
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This Day in AI PodcastLIVE: Reaction to OpenAI DevDay, Opening KeynoteThis is a recording of the live event on YouTube following the OpenAI DevDay keynote. We'll be back with a regular episode later this week.Sharkey and Sharkey amped up on caffeine live react to OpenAI's latest announcements. Cost reductions, larger models, and an app store?! The duo banter and bicker about whether this marks excitement or irrelevance for devs like you. Plus Elon Musk teases a GPT-style model without the handcuffs - does this spell trouble for Big Sam? Sharkey and Sharkey think out loud and solicit hot takes from listeners on the implications....
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This Day in AI PodcastEP28: What is Poop? Is Generative AI a Dud? Will OpenAI Go Bankrupt? + Llama2 UncensoredThis week your favorite AI bros go deep on the BIG LIES - how big tech and the mainstream narrative are trying to SILENCE revolutionary AI models that threaten to EXPOSE inconvenient truths! Tune in as Chris and Michael SHRED Meta's attempt to gag their new science AI Galactica, and discuss the CENSORSHIP built into aligned models like Claude and GPT-4. Don't miss their hilarious takedown of noted AI alarmist Gary Marcus - his latest flip-flop proves generative AI is HERE TO STAY! The truth will not be suppressed!(Note description written by AI for lols)...
2023-08-181h 09This Day in AI PodcastEP26: Software Teams Replaced for $1.40, Doctors Out-Diagnosed, Meta's Audio Craft, ChatGPT UpdatesThis week we dive into the brave new world of AI agents teaming up to do real work - from building video games to diagnosing patients! But will these digital workforces put humans out of jobs? We discuss the AI takeover of industries like medicine and software, plus exciting updates like AI-generated music and Google giving their Assistant a complete AI makeover. We also cover Meta's Audio Craft, Med-Flamingo, GPT-5 Trademark and Rumors, and The SF Compute Company.Thanks for your likes, comments and support.CHAPTERS:=====00:00 - Self-Diagnosing Medical Problems Is H...
2023-08-041h 09This Day in AI PodcastAnthropic's 100K, Google IO: AI is Everything, Multimodal AI & AI Girlfriends | E14Disclaimer: this description was written 100% by Anthropic's AI including the video title and text in the thumbnail. We have not modified it. Thanks Anthropic!If you like this podcast please consider subscribing, liking the video and leaving us a comment. We really appreciate the support.-----This week in AI is always packed with the latest news in artificial intelligence, but this episode delivers breakthroughs that are firmly in sci-fi territory. Chris and Michael discuss Anthropic releasing a 100,000-token context window for their language model—enabling it to understand entire novels or every customer record in...
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Your Podcast CoachThe Last Episode (For Awhile)Welcome Your Podcast Coach community to my final recording. For awhile. In this episode, three important things... What to do when you need to take an extended break from your podcast. (or sunset it completely) Episodes that you can easily reference to help you make the most of your podcast. The creative journey I am currently embarking on (that's taking my bandwidth away from this podcast) If you're just discovering this podcast, I hope you find this, and the other 143 episodes beneficial to the growth of your online business and your podcast. And...
2023-02-1313 minYour Podcast CoachGetting Better At Podcasting. With Michael CazSUCCESS STORY EPISODE Michael Caz (Cazayoux) is a beast. He has two incredibly successful podcasts with tens of thousands of monthly listeners, a 7-figure fitness/nutrition biz with his wife, Adee, and a beautiful new family. Michael is also one of my clients. Starting with this episode, I want to share these success stories...bragging on these individuals. The hope is that as you hear what these entrepreneurs have done, that you find the courage and inspiration to launch your own podcast. Thanks for listening!
2021-05-2418 minYour Podcast CoachCreating Your Success PlanYou know how there are times in your life where things are going amazing? Where you feel absolutely UNSTOPPABLE! Wouldn't it be great to have a plan to make sure you're always in that space? This is really about mindset, not just with your podcast, but with your business and life. And creating a plan to maintain. Today's episode was inspired by an amazing podcast that I am currently working with, The WAG Podcast. Check out their episode #91 to hear Michael and Adee discuss this topic.
2021-03-0812 minYour Podcast CoachConversation with The Rabbit Hole PodcastCan two software engineers, with no idea or concept of how to do a podcast, actually pull it off? Yes. And they built the dominating podcast in the software engineering space! I have had the pleasure of working with Michael and Dave from The Rabbit Hole long before their first episode was ever released. Now, with almost 200 episodes, we finally catch up on how it all started and how they became recognized as the leading podcast for software developers. Thanks for listening and subscribing!
2021-02-0833 minYour Podcast Coach30 Day Podcast Challenge - Day 16: What Michael Bolton Taught Me About A Great PodcastAs I am going through this week talking to my target audience (Entrepreneurs) this is a huge lesson for a successful podcast. You gotta know who you are talking to with every episode. While it is important for your business overall, it's MISSION CRITICAL for doing a podcast. My lesson in knowing your audience involved being 19 in radio, talking to 45 year old women and having a "moment" with Michael Bolton. Thanks for listening!
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