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My wife and I have a good friend who recently was diagnosed with Breast Cancer. Chei Whitmore sat down with me and discussed her battle and how she overcame this life-changing diagnosis. I am so thankful that she allowed me to photograph her while discussing this topic. Listen to this podcast and what God can do in your life.

There is nothing scarier in life than being free. That is exactly what Lauren "Lo" Strong has become... Free! In this episode, we talk about her future in filmmaking, her love for music, and how she felt living in New York. Her future is bright and could give you some insight on someone who is working towards a life goal.

I finally had the pleasure of sitting down with my sister, Cher Eusquiano, the owner of Color Ego. We talked about how she got started in the hair business. We also talked about grief and the loss of our mother, Diane Lopez, and how therapy has helped both of us heal our hearts.

It's not often that I meet someone and they have "IT!!!!" In this episode, we meet such a person, Damian Castruita. This young man has the passion and desire to get to the next level. We talk about the new habits that he is creating and also, his future goals with his career. Get ready to be inspired!

In this episode, I sit down and talk with my daughter, Keli Micah Lopez. We talk about business and how her business is growing. We also talk about mental health and eating disorders and how she overcame her struggles with the help of a therapist. A deep and funny episode that everyone can enjoy and learn from.

In this great episode, I got a chance to talk to a photographer by the name of Luis Santoyo. We talked about photography, music, and therapy. This is a great episode to listen to while you work or drive.

Snacks Harris is his name and he sat down with me today to chop it up about a lot of different topics. We discussed everything from where we were raised to how to unlock the mental blocks that hold us back in life. This is a great conversation. Enjoy!!!!!

"Michael" Early in the morning, on August 1st, 2019, my mom passed away from her battle with Pancreatic Cancer. She was 70 years old. In this podcast series, I discuss what happened the night my mom transitioned and all of the values she instilled in me throughout my life. I walk you through different events in our lives and what they taught me about life. These values have made me who I am. I would not change anything about them. These are recordings that I recorded over a week-long process in early 2021. They are raw and uncut. I did no editing to the audio files other than having them mixed by an Audio Engineer. Listen to a glimpse of my life with my mother, Diane Lopez. Copyright 2021 Michael Gilbert Lopez

"Michael" Early in the morning, on August 1st, 2019, my mom passed away from her battle with Pancreatic Cancer. She was 70 years old. In this podcast series, I discuss what happened the night my mom transitioned and all of the values she instilled in me throughout my life. I walk you through different events in our lives and what they taught me about life. These values have made me who I am. I would not change anything about them. These are recordings that I recorded over a week-long process in early 2021. They are raw and uncut. I did no editing to the audio files other than having them mixed by an Audio Engineer. Listen to a glimpse of my life with my mother, Diane Lopez. Copyright 2021 Michael Gilbert Lopez

"Michael" Early in the morning, on August 1st, 2019, my mom passed away from her battle with Pancreatic Cancer. She was 70 years old. In this podcast series, I discuss what happened the night my mom transitioned and all of the values she instilled in me throughout my life. I walk you through different events in our lives and what they taught me about life. These values have made me who I am. I would not change anything about them. These are recordings that I recorded over a week-long process in early 2021. They are raw and uncut. I did no editing to the audio files other than having them mixed by an Audio Engineer. Listen to a glimpse of my life with my mother, Diane Lopez. Copyright 2021 Michael Gilbert Lopez

"Michael" Early in the morning, on August 1st, 2019, my mom passed away from her battle with Pancreatic Cancer. She was 70 years old. In this podcast series, I discuss what happened the night my mom transitioned and all of the values she instilled in me throughout my life. I walk you through different events in our lives and what they taught me about life. These values have made me who I am. I would not change anything about them. These are recordings that I recorded over a week-long process in early 2021. They are raw and uncut. I did no editing to the audio files other than having them mixed by an Audio Engineer. Listen to a glimpse of my life with my mother, Diane Lopez. Copyright 2021 Michael Gilbert Lopez

"Michael" Early in the morning, on August 1st, 2019, my mom passed away from her battle with Pancreatic Cancer. She was 70 years old. In this podcast series, I discuss what happened the night my mom transitioned and all of the values she instilled in me throughout my life. I walk you through different events in our lives and what they taught me about life. These values have made me who I am. I would not change anything about them. These are recordings that I recorded over a week-long process in early 2021. They are raw and uncut. I did no editing to the audio files other than having them mixed by an Audio Engineer. Listen to a glimpse of my life with my mother, Diane Lopez. Copyright 2021 Michael Gilbert Lopez

"Michael" Early in the morning, on August 1st, 2019, my mom passed away from her battle with Pancreatic Cancer. She was 70 years old. In this podcast series, I discuss what happened the night my mom transitioned and all of the values she instilled in me throughout my life. I walk you through different events in our lives and what they taught me about life. These values have made me who I am. I would not change anything about them. These are recordings that I recorded over a week-long process in early 2021. They are raw and uncut. I did no editing to the audio files other than having them mixed by an Audio Engineer. Listen to a glimpse of my life with my mother, Diane Lopez. Copyright 2021 Michael Gilbert Lopez

"Michael" Early in the morning, on August 1st, 2019, my mom passed away from her battle with Pancreatic Cancer. She was 70 years old. In this podcast series, I discuss what happened the night my mom transitioned and all of the values she instilled in me throughout my life. I walk you through different events in our lives and what they taught me about life. These values have made me who I am. I would not change anything about them. These are recordings that I recorded over a week-long process in early 2021. They are raw and uncut. I did no editing to the audio files other than having them mixed by an Audio Engineer. Listen to a glimpse of my life with my mother, Diane Lopez. Copyright 2021 Michael Gilbert Lopez

"Michael" Early in the morning, on August 1st, 2019, my mom passed away from her battle with Pancreatic Cancer. She was 70 years old. In this podcast series, I discuss what happened the night my mom transitioned and all of the values she instilled in me throughout my life. I walk you through different events in our lives and what they taught me about life. These values have made me who I am. I would not change anything about them. These are recordings that I recorded over a week-long process in early 2021. They are raw and uncut. I did no editing to the audio files other than having them mixed by an Audio Engineer. Listen to a glimpse of my life with my mother, Diane Lopez. Copyright 2021 Michael Gilbert Lopez

"Michael" Early in the morning, on August 1st, 2019, my mom passed away from her battle with Pancreatic Cancer. She was 70 years old. In this podcast series, I discuss what happened the night my mom transitioned and all of the values she instilled in me throughout my life. I walk you through different events in our lives and what they taught me about life. These values have made me who I am. I would not change anything about them. These are recordings that I recorded over a week-long process in early 2021. They are raw and uncut. I did no editing to the audio files other than having them mixed by an Audio Engineer. Listen to a glimpse of my life with my mother, Diane Lopez. Copyright 2021 Michael Gilbert Lopez

In this episode, Entrepreneur Quin Miller comes by and talks about a lot. We discuss everything from trying to understand Trumpers and would you fly to space? Sit back and listen and enjoy.

Sometimes people cross your path and you don’t know why. In this episode, Photographer Art Smith stops by and talks about photography and life. Our paths crossed on social media and in real life. Listen as we learn where he grew up and how photography has been something that has helped him document his life over the last 20 years.

I first met this man almost 20 years ago. We only spoke a few words. I was his daughter's basketball coach when she was in high school. Fast forward a few years and listening to him play bass at various events around Bakersfield, California and I quickly realized he is a super talented musician. In this episode, Jay Jay Hicks and I sit down and talk for the first time in a real conversation. We talk about where he grew up and when he learned to play music. We also talk about music and the various artist we enjoy. Also, we talk about his time in the National Guard and his views on Politics and Racism in America. It is a great conversation. If you want to follow more of Jay Jay’s life you can check him out on Instagram @j2bizzy or visit his web site JayJayHicks.com

It’s not often you become friends with someone who randomly reaches out to you on social media. In this case, Dave Fore and I have become great friends. Dave is an audio engineer and in this episode, we talk about the future of music, how we both do not enjoy networking, why local Bakersfield artists struggle with support, and we talk about the insurrection at the Capitol last week. Sit back and hold on as we give our thoughts to these ideas.

I first met this young man when he was around 10 years old. I have since seen him grow up and litteraly jump out of the gym. In this episode we talk about the first time we met each other, how his hoop career took of in Arizona, what Elijah Smith meant to him as a mentor, and his top 5 all-time Bakersfield, California hoopers. There is a lot in this episode to uncover! Enjoy! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/myree.bowden Instagram: @reemix05

It’s not often you get to talk to someone that you haven’t sat down and talked with for a few years. But, when you do, it just flows like old times. In this episode of MikeTalk, I talk with an old friend and new Author, Darrin Person. We discuss his new book Bye Bye Boogieman - Overcoming Fears and what made him decide to write it. We reminisce about our youth on the basketball courts of California Park in Bakersfield, California. We both share what Elijah Smith meant to us growing up as a mentor and what Darrin would tell his younger self. There is tons of great information in this episode. Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Bye-bye-Boogieman-Overcoming-Fears/dp/B08R4T3TXP/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=darrin+person&qid=1610250900&sr=8-1 Barnes & Noble https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/bye-bye-boogieman-darrin-person/1138430905?ean=9781666215267

This is a great episode! Matt Beard, who is a Los Angeles based photographer and also a great friend of mine drops in to talk. We discuss the future of photography, working with Cirque du Soleil, working at Kobe Bryant's wedding, how to grow as a photographer, his best advice for new photographers, and so much more in this amazing episode. You can see his work at MattBeard.com or following him on Instagram: @mattbeardphoto

Paulette Miller is a good friend of my wife and I. Whenever we sit down and talk it becomes a long conversation about various topics. In this episode, we cover everything from Disney Pixar's Soul movie, raising children, changing our words to describe ourselves, and so much more.

This episode is packed with ambition! My niece Jocelyn McGill, who is currently working towards becoming a doctor, called in and discussed a variety of topics. We talked about everything from Being Driven; Education; Donald Trump; Healthcare; and so much more. Take a deep listen and see what it takes to get to the next level of your life.

Author Nicholas Stanley discusses a variety of topics in this episode. He shares how wrote his first book, Sandy’s First Flight, and what it meant to him. We also discuss what he would tell someone that is thinking about writing a book for the first time. Social Media is a huge topic in today’s world and both of us discuss its impact and how people are using it to their advantage. There is so much great information that is shared in this discussion. Here is a link to his book: https://www.amazon.com/Sandys-First-Flight-Nicholas-Stanley/dp/1548043729

My guy Chris Clayton came by and talked shop about his Bakersfield Viper days, the top 5 all-time players from Bakersfield, his new basketball training company, and a ton more in this episode of Mike Talk.

In this episode, we find out who was the cause of Kobe Bryant's rookie season injury. Jimmy "June" Henry was the cause of Kobe sitting out at the beginning of his rookie year. We also talk about Bakersfield's top basketball players and who is in his top 5 all-time list and much more.

Sometimes you’re lucky in life and develop some great friendships. My great friend Monte C. Wilson came by and talked shop with me. We talked about things that we usually talk about on the phone. From fake news to Lebron James or women who make bad choices in men, we cover it all and then some in this episode. We also talk about the movie that he directed, edited, photographed, and produced Super Hustle.

My godson Bryce came over to talk about life. When we get together we either talk about basketball, computers, and life. Today, it was just about life. We talked about everything from him dropping out of college, how do you find what you want in life, reading books, escaping the prison of your mind, failing at life, and giving more than you receive.

In this episode, Elbert and I discuss a variety of topics. We go down memory lane and talk about hooping in Los Angeles and then playing here in Bakersfield. Who was the best player he played against in Bakersfield and the best in LA? We also discuss the current basketball talent level here in Bakersfield, California. Plus, is God a man or woman? All this and more on this episode of Mike Talk.

I sat down with a fellow sneakerhead Donald “DJ” Glenn and talked about my old store Must Be The Sole, resellers, his sneaker collection, music choice, top 5 all-time artists, and much more on this episode of Mike Talk.

In this episode, my good friends Greg McCall & DA come through and talk basketball. We discuss the JBL Tournament, The Say No Classic, California Basketball Style, Playing at Venice Beach, Jimmy "June" Henry, being a good father, raising WNBA children, and much more.

My good friend Greg McCall came through and talked about the times we spent at Venice Beach, the JBL, and the Bakersfield Vipers. Listen as we go down memory lane!

I sat down with my daughter Keli Lopez to discuss her first year in business at KeliMicah.com and what she learned.

I got a chance to sit down and talk with my good friend, my brother from another mother, Greg McCall. He is the Head Women’s Basketball Coach for Cal State Bakersfield. We discuss the time he played against Magic Johnson, the historic runs at UCLA, the WNBA wealth gap, and coaching during Covid-19.

My wife turned 50 years old. We sat and discussed how she felt about hitting this life milestone.

My good friend and Cal State Bakersfield Basketball legend, D.A., came through to talk about some hoop. Episode 2 topics: Do you trade for James harden? Who is more iconic, Jordan, or LeBron? Can Kyrie lead a team to a championship? How did Team militant Central get started?

I sat down and talked to my good friend Bob Brady and we discussed various basketball topics: How well do scouting services judge 5-star talent? What #1 NBA pick in the last 20 years has lived up to all the hype? Who was the best basketball player to come out of Bakersfield, California?

In this audio, I share my ideas about the Power of Deciding. I use a couple of examples of People who made a decision and changed their lives.