Michael Sharkey

Let's Get Real - A Talk Show for Guys

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Welcome to the podcast for Let's Get Real. This is a show to help guys get unstuck and figure their sh*t out. Hosted by Michael Sharkey (aka Shark) and Anthony Polichemi (aka Spanish), we tackle everything from hard conversations to struggles with dependency. With over 7000 hours of coaching experience and personal struggles, Michael and Anthony share wisdom and guidance to give men a space to process and get a little bit better every day. Let's Get Real is a weekly, live and interactive talk show on 102.5 FM in Tampa Bay. Airing at 12N ET on Saturdays, the show can be streamed live on www.the...

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Michael Sharkey

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Health

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Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

Struggling with Alcohol? Jeff’s Raw & Honest Story | Let’s Get Real 25.03.2025

🚨 If you or someone you know is struggling with alcohol, this is a must-watch. 🚨 On this episode of Let’s Get Real, we take a deep dive into the battle with alcohol addiction. Jeff calls in, laying it all out—his struggles, regrets, and the weight of years lost to drinking. This conversation is raw, real, and exactly why this show exists: to give men a place to talk without judgment. This is the...

Talking Conspiracy Theories 🤯 What If Everything You Thought Was Crazy… Was Real? 18.03.2025

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...

Walking Away vs. Holding On Too Long: The Ultimate Relationship Question for Guys 14.03.2025

What'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...

Getting Fired Can Be Awesome. What??? Believe It. 11.03.2025

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-...

🤬 How to Handle Relationship Fights: The Power of Shutting Up (yes...SHUT UP!) 25.02.2025

🔥 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-t...

Ever Got What You Wanted… and Still Felt Empty? Yeah...That Sucks. 23.02.2025

🚨 Why do we always want more? 🚨 It’s human nature—the endless chase for success, possessions, and milestones. Whether it’s the dream truck, the perfect vacation, or hitting a financial goal, the feeling is the same: Once I get this, I’ll be happy. But will you? In this moment from the February 22nd live radio show of Let’s Get Real, we dive deep into: ✔️ The hidden reasons behind material desire...

25 Years of Drinking… Gone in One Day? YES! Logan Calls In... 18.02.2025

🚨 *25 years of drinking… and then BOOM—first sober day!* 🚨   Logan called in a few weeks ago to talk about his 25-year struggle with alcohol. Now? He’s calling back with an update—one that left us *all* a little speechless. He just had his first sober day in decades, and the best part? It snuck up on him. No big declaration, no white-knuckling it—just a shift in focus, a new job, and a moment of...

Manifestation for Men: The 3 Keys to Creating What You Want 10.02.2025

Welcome 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.* Jus...

Men, Stop Trying to Fix Everything—Here’s What to Do Instead 06.02.2025

Ego 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 tr...

You And Your Partner Don't See Eye to Eye 👁️ How Conspiracy Theories Are Wrecking This Marriage 💍 04.02.2025

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 w...

Struggling to Find a Job? We Get It. How To Find Your Next Job Without Losing Your Mind 🤯 03.02.2025

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...

Hey Dads...You Gotta Fight For Your Kids. Mike's Story on Let's Get Real 24.01.2025

Hey 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...

Bro, Why Are You Arguing with Strangers on Facebook? What The Universe Thinks of You 😉 20.01.2025

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 d...

When You Lose Your Dog, You Lose a Brother: Helping an Ex-Marine Grieve His Massive Loss 19.01.2025

"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...

Time To Stand Up To Your Boss! Spanish is Dealing With This IRL 18.01.2025

💬 **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 bombshe...

The Real Power of Saying "No" (Without Being a Dick) - Let's Get Real Radio Show 15.01.2025

What'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 1...

Would Winning the Lotto Really Fix Everything??? The Ultimate Thought Experiment... 08.01.2025

💭 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 hav...

Why Your New Years Resolutions Are Stupid. (Sorry, not sorry) 05.01.2025

🎙️ "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...

Dancing With The Universe - Just Two Dudes Figuring Sh*t Out 🤔 02.01.2025

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 wil...

Unconditional Love, Death & Time - Why Interstellar is the PERFECT Movie 30.12.2024

What'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!...

Wild Addiction Stories & Spanish's Non-Substance Addiction 💥 Let's Get Real Radio Show 28.12.2024

Wild 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 addict...

From Drones to Distraction to Diety - Spanish Drops Knowledge on The Drones Sightings 27.12.2024

What's up Let's Get Real community! Rob called in and got the conversation started about the Drones and the signings in New Jersey (and all over the country) This segment from our live Saturday show dives deep into conspiracy theories, quantum entanglement, and what’s *really* going on behind the scenes. Rob’s call kicks things off with a question about drones that spirals into an epic d...

What If It ALL Works Out??? Let's Get Real Radio Show Live Segment 19.12.2024

Hey 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 s...

The Trick of Letting Go of Past Mistakes - Let's Get Real Radio Show 18.12.2024

🎙 **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 d...

My Dad Helped Us Get A Dog...AFTER He Died. 10.12.2024

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...

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