The Shit Show - Mike's Edition

If you thought I ghosted you... Well, I almost did. But the rumors of my demise have been greatly exaggerated. Welcome back to the chaos. After a hiatus involving a cross-country move back to Atlanta, a house that is actively trying to bankrupt me, and the general madness of running Starr Enterprise while trying to pass college finals at my big age —we are finally ready to launch Season Two of The...

Well, we made it. If you’ve been riding with me this season, you know it has been an absolute whirlwind—messy, loud, and unfiltered. Just like life. But for this season finale, I’m slowing it down. I’m stripping away the noise to talk about the one thing that fuels everything I do: Love. In this deeply personal episode, I’m taking you back to the beginning. I’m sharing the story I don’t often tell...

August 2025 Podcast Episode:  Ghosts and Memories In this deeply personal and powerful episode, we're doing something different. I'm officially releasing two new songs, "A Diploma in Heartbreak" and "Skies Above," right here with you. First, "A Diploma in Heartbreak" takes you to my high school graduation, a moment meant for celebration that was instead haunte...

It's been a month of incredible growth and new beginnings! This July, we're recapping a major life update, starting with the release of not one, but two new books. First, we'll dive into  Surviving the Aftermath , a guide and "hand-holding experience" for navigating the complex journey of grief after spousal suicide. While it’s rooted in that experience, this book is for anyo...

The Shit Show, Mike's Edition - June Recap: From Heatwaves to Published Pages! Welcome back to The Shit Show, Mike's Edition! June in Chicago was brutally hot, forcing us to keep a low profile and avoid the scorching streets. But despite the quiet month on the surface, it was a massive one for a completely different reason: the books are finally out there! After nearly ten years of dedicat...

Join Mike for the May 2025 installment of "The Shitshow," where chaos meets connection and every journey starts with a bang (or a whimper). This month, we're diving headfirst into the mayhem of navigating new city sites, the jitters and triumphs of first flights, and the bittersweet, often awkward, warmth of farewell hugs. From unexpected detours to heartwarming goodbyes, Mike recounts the hilario...

Alright, buckle up buttercups, because April was a bit of a mixed bag here in Chicago! We saw those  teasing  glimpses of sunshine trying to break free from the lingering chill – you know the kind of days that give you hope and then BAM! Back to the layers. This month, while my adventurous spirit took a bit of a backseat, my work life decided to crank things up a notch. I dove headfirst into proje...

March marks the beginning of a whole new chapter on  The Shit Show – Mike’s Edition . In this episode, Mike talks about stepping into a new role in a new department, making the big move to Chicago, and what it’s like trying to turn an empty apartment into a place that feels like home—solo. It’s exciting, overwhelming, and at times, lonely as hell. From adjusting to city life to unpacking the emoti...

In this episode of  The Shit Show – Mike’s Edition , we dive into February—where the dust from January starts to settle, but life keeps throwing curveballs. Mike reflects on the emotional aftershocks of the previous month while navigating fresh starts, unexpected goodbyes, and the strange balance of holding onto hope while letting go. From personal revelations to the quiet strength found in moving...

Episode 1: Welcome to the Shit Show – January 2025 Was a Mess 🎙️🔥 Kicking off The Shit Show - Mike’s Edition with a bang, Episode 1 dives straight into the madness of January 2025. From the unimaginable loss of six family members to stepping away from work and the chaos of moving, this episode is raw, real, and unapologetically honest. Join Mike as he breaks down the emotional rollercoaster, the...