Guys With Mics

As the saying goes, all good things come to an end. Circumstances in John's life led him to realize it was time for this podcast to end. Things in Scott'sl life are changing too.We discuss that and say thanks!

We discuss what we think is the biggest music story of the year, with a couple of honorable mentions!

We discuss what we think is the biggest sports story of the year, namely that we had sports at all!

We discuss what we think is the biggest law story of the year, Pres. Trump's election lawsuits. And we do not agree! Imagine that! Also the President hade three Supreme Court justices confirmed.

We discuss what we think is the biggest sports story of the year, namely that we had sports at all!

This week we discuss a new music app that lets you travel through time, so to speak. Also, AirBnB’s impressive debut on the stock market and the tequila train rides again!

We start law week by looking back at our Detroit Lions prediction. We also talk about another local sports figure. Then, a well-respected judge has passed, and an Ohio attorney gets disbarred (it was well-deserved too).

After some brief Black Friday observations, we turn to football, pro and college, including an incorrect prediction that Lions coach Matt Patricia will remain employed until the end of the season.

Our latest installment of what we sometimes call one out of three ain’t bad. This week – 80s music!

Apple guts its PC's; our thoughts about the appearance of a COVID vaccine candidate and a few election-related comments make up this week's episode.

In the law this week, potential election lawsuits, Western Michigan University says adios to Cooley Law School and the art of the insult.

After a brief discussion about what may (or may not) happen on election night, Scott talks about Tampa Bay’s Word Series loss while John geeks out on baseball stats.

For those who are interested, our last thoughts on the race for the White House before the 2020 election.

This month we talk about Eddie Van Halen and the group Van Halen. John grew up with their music, Scott mostly discovered it prepping for this episode. Hear our thoughts!

We’re both under deadlines this week but we still find time to talk tech (the new Apple phones); John’s experience with his first Zoom trial and big tech restricting their user’s ability to share the news.

After a brief tribute and discussion about the recent passing of Eddie Van Halen we’re back to the law; specifically, the Michigan Supreme Court’s decision about the governor’s executive orders.

The first championship in the COVID era has been won – the Stanley Cup goes to the Tampa Bay Lightning. How are other sports doing? Also, competitive cooking and grilling versus barbequing.

We’ve got five weeks this month! We use the extra week to talk about music in political campaigns! American politicians have been using music in some way, shape or form for quite a long time!

It’s music week and this time we go heavy with the Mighty Metallica and their new release – S & M 2! We also talk about vinyl LP sales outpacing CD sales for the first time in a long time. Listen and enjoy!

We talk about technology and how it has evolved since 9/11. We also talk about our memories of that day and two relatively unsung American heroes. Also, a quick legal discussion about the governor’s orders.

Buckle up, it’s a long one this week! John spoke with Brighton attorney Chris Berry about Medicare planning. Then Scott and John discuss what they heard and learned!

Sports and politics mix again. To play or not to play was the question last week. Also, a strange news story about a likely non-event perplexes John – why is it considered news?

Music week marks the return of the king! No, not the Lord of the Rings king, we’re talking Elvis Presley. This time our favorite Elvis albums. Before we do that, we recognize a Florida attorney with a bad case of the munchies.

A look back at the history of Internet browsers…how did we get here? Before that, a naked man and his laptop have a bad day, we ponder life in Germany and talk about a gold beater. Yes, that is a real thing!

In the law we talk about potential liability for the big bang in Beirut; the Jetsons’ hit the highway and will COVID change the bar exam?

Professional sports have re-started in America. Will baseball finish its season? Many colleges are going with conference-only schedules. We discuss. And, how some Florida schools are tackling the re-opening question.

Music is now part of the sporting culture in the US. We discuss three well-known songs you might hear at an event, assuming you can go to a game! Or want to go! And a bit of how music at a game has changed.

In technology we talk about the good and bad of texting and have a little Raspberry Pi to boot! Plus, what time does the sun set where we live?

Law week features another Florida man story, a quick follow-up to sports week and a look at an interesting new US Supreme Court decision.

Back to sports; will there be baseball? With a 60-game season will anyone care? What about other sports? Will they start? A lot depends on COVID.

This week we hit what you could call the American Trifecta. We talk about Memorial Day, D-Day and the 4th of July. All in one episode! Start your holiday week early with us!

Tech week finds us looking at something old trying to be new again. But we begin with a music follow up about a World War 2 staple of the BBC and a look at how using technology can get you into a lot of trouble!

We mix up our weeks and talk about music instead of technology this week! On the agenda…six protest songs!

We discuss the murder of George Floyd and the resulting riots, property destruction and what can be done? One answer we offer: get rid of qualified immunity. Also, the Michigan Legislature v. Governor case.

After yet another Florida man story, we talk baseball and hockey. The NHL has announced its intent to hold its playoffs. But baseball players and owners are having trouble dividing up the billion or so dollars at stake.

Once again, it’s music week. This time we step into our version of a way back machine to discuss a few classics! Listen, learn and, hopefully, find a new appreciation for music that’s been around for quite some time!

Our take on the Court of Claims decision in the Legislature/Governor lawsuit about the governor’s emergency powers.

A new toy is about to hit the market (spoiler alert: we’re both interested!); then we talk about courts using the Zoom app and discuss the legal argument in the case of Michigan legislature and the Michigan governor.

We recorded on VE day so that starts the discussion, then a quick look at the newly released NFL schedule. And, finally, the Michigan legislature has sued the Michigan governor. We discuss.

The NFL Draft actually happened – virtually but it did happen. Plus, where do things stand? Will sports resume this year? Seems like baseball needs to start soon doesn’t it? How much overlap does baseball want with football?

Part 2 of 2; talking about albums we can’t live without!Part 2 of 2; talking about albums we can’t live without!

We’re still stuck at home. And what’s one thing people do at home (besides eat too much?) They probably listen to music. In this part 1 of 2 we talk about albums we can’t live without!

Apple releases a new phone. And it doesn’t cost $ 1,000! Also, the coronavirus certainly has affected the tech world.

Our tribute to Mr. Tiger – Al Kaline. May he rest in peace. With an unexpected interruption by John’s little nieces!

Sports and law this week! Specifically, baseball’s purported plan to start playing ball! Of course, everything is viewed through the lens of coronavirus. When will sports resume? How will the law affect that decision?

Back to sports…sort of. How is the sports world being affected by COVID-19? And what does the future of sports look like? Hard to say but it’s worth talking about!

Episode 200! John is now subject to a shelter-in-place order; life sure has changed quickly. After discussing how COVID-19 is affecting us we reflect a bit on 200 episodes of the Guys with Mics!

Music week is here and after a brief coronavirus discussion, we look at two top albums from the 60s’s and, as before, one unsung selection! One of our longer episodes but good info, just ask us!

We start with our thoughts about coronavirus; then a sports follow-up and we debate Senator Chuck Schumer’s comments, politics and the law. And agree on very little! Listen for yourself!

A Canadian man rises to the challenge and the NFL is negotiating a new collective bargaining agreement with the players. We take off our lawyer hats and offer our opinion as fans.