The Wandering Mike

The Wandering Mike

Society EN ↓ 109 episodes

In this podcast Mike is having conversations with people from different countries and cultures. The goal of each episode is to paint a portrait of the person's life and to talk about topics that are important to their lives.

Author

The Wandering Mike

Category

Society

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Latest episode

Dec 19, 2025

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Episodes

WW14 Nick Jain: Innovation, Poker & Parenting on Purpose 07.01.2025

In this web wandering I sit down with Nick Jain. Nick wears many hats — CEO, poker player, new dad — but his true edge is intentional living. You can find out more about his company on their website: https://www.ideascale.com/ You can also follow him on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickjain/ The episode was recorded at Tahuna Pod Hostel in Queenstown. ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tahunap...

WW13 David Auge: Engineering, Ethics & Why Sustainability Starts With Why 05.01.2025

In this web wandering I sit down with David Auge. With 35 years in environmental work, David is shifting focus from how to why — and writing the book on it. You can find out more about David and his book on his website: https://davidaugebooks.com The episode was recorded at Tahuna Pod Hostel in Queenstown. ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tahunapodhostelqt/⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tahunapodhostel.co....

#19 Jaime: Ads, Ailments & the Antidote to Burnout 02.01.2025

In this episode I sit down with Jaime from Australia. Jaime ditched the ad world, found her edge, and started actually living. The episode was recorded at Tahuna Pod Hostel in Queenstown. ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tahunapodhostelqt/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.tahunapodhostel.co.nz⁠

WW12 Dan MacQueen: Brain Hemorrhage, Recovery & Choosing to Rise 31.12.2024

In this web wandering I sit down with Dan MacQueen. Dan was on the London tube when everything went black — now he speaks about how to move forward. You can find out more about what Dan does on his website: https://www.macqueendan.com You can also follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macqueendan/ The episode was recorded at Tahuna Pod Hostel in Queenstown. ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.c...

WW11 John Graham: Homeless to Homebuilder — A Life of Reinvention 29.12.2024

In this web wandering I sit down with John David Graham. After eight career detours and time spent living in a truck, John built a nonprofit housing thousands. You can buy his book "Running As Fast As I Can" here: https://www.amazon.com/Running-As-Fast-Can-ebook/dp/B0CKK418FB/ You can find out more about what John does on his website: https://johndavidgraham.com You can also follow him o...

#18 Rachael: Dogs, Dark Humor & Doing Life Her Way 26.12.2024

In this episode I sit down with Rachael from England. Rachael brings chaos, comedy, and candor to a free-flowing episode about travel, trauma, and staying real. The episode was recorded at Tahuna Pod Hostel in Queenstown. ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tahunapodhostelqt/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.tahunapodhostel.co.nz⁠

WW10 Eric Mchugh: Meditation, Muay Thai & Building Apps With Purpose 24.12.2024

In this web wandering I sit down with Eric Mchugh. Eric blends wellness and Web3, with startups aimed at solving problems — not feeding algorithms. You can find out more about Eric's companies here: https://shopx.co https://dataing.io You can also follow her on Instagram and YouTube: ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/ericdmchugh/ https://www.youtube.com/@shopxlabs0 To find out more about the Dhamma...

WW9: Shebana Coelho: Travel, Flamenco & The Good Manners of Resistance 22.12.2024

In this web wandering I sit down with Shebana Coelho. From South America to solo stage shows, Shebana shares a journey of liberation, movement, and radical art. You can find out more about Shebana's plays and writings on her website: https://www.shebanacoelho.com You can also follow her on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@sharinggoodmanners The episode was recorded at Tahuna Pod Hostel in Que...

#17 Jake: Mountains, Mental Health & Mindful Miles 19.12.2024

In this episode I sit down with Jake from New Zealand. Jake shares how hiking, heartbreak, and nature helped him come back to himself. The episode was recorded at Tahuna Pod Hostel in Queenstown. ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tahunapodhostelqt/⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tahunapodhostel.co.nz⁠

WW8 Alan Lazaros: Engineering Growth From the Inside Out 17.12.2024

In this web wandering I sit down with Alan Lazaros. After a car accident cracked his worldview open, Alan engineered his way to emotional clarity. You can find more information about Alan and Next Level University on their website: https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/business-consulting/ ⁠ You can also follow him on Instagram and YouTube: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/ https://www.youtube.com...

WW7 Linda King: Budget Luxe Travel & Lessons From the Road 15.12.2024

In this web wandering I sit down with Linda King. Linda — aka The Smart Travelista — shares secrets of traveling in style without breaking the bank. You can find Linda's blog and information about her books on her website: https://www.thesmarttravelista.com You can also follow her on Instagram and YouTube: https://www.instagram.com/thesmartravelista/ https://youtube.com/@thesmartravelista?si=t...

#16 Hannah: Theater, Gangs & the Power of Expression 12.12.2024

In this episode I sit down with Hannah from England. From a tough neighborhood in Slough to the tender world of theater, Hannah found strength in creativity. The episode was recorded at Tahuna Pod Hostel in Queenstown. ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tahunapodhostelqt/ ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tahunapodhostel.co.nz⁠

WW6 Neil Laird: Documentaries, Time Travel & That One Library Book 10.12.2024

In this web wandering I sit down with Neil Laird. Neil turned a chance library visit into a globe-spanning career in documentary film and historical fiction. You can buy his newest book "Prime Time Pompeii" here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0DL6DLD9V/ref=x_gr_bb_amazon?ie=UTF8&tag=x_gr_bb_amazon-20&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B0DL6DLD9V&am...

WW5 Dalila Mya: Peace Work, Poetry & Finding Voice in Exile 08.12.2024

In this web wandering I sit down with Dalila Mya. Dalila’s journey from Bosnia to Norway weaves through war, language, and healing through art. To find her latest album "Dystopia", her bio, photos and previous releases visit the official website: https://myaprojectmusic.com/ You can also follow her on Instagram and Youtube: https://www.instagram.com/myaprojectmusic/ https://www.youtube.c...

#15 Jon: Wales, Work Dreams & Designing a Life on His Terms 05.12.2024

In this episode I sit down with Jon from Wales. Jon reflects on his small-town Welsh roots, his creative aspirations, and his plan to design a location independent future. The episode was recorded at Tahuna Pod Hostel in Queenstown. ⁠https://www.instagram.com/tahunapodhostelqt/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tahunapodhostel.co.nz⁠

WW4 Roman Fischer: Fitness, Film & Reinventing the Self 03.12.2024

In this web wandering I sit down with Roman Fischer. Roman opens up about personal change — from gaming to health to a life in front of the camera. To find out more about Roman's fitness coaching, check out his website: http://romanfischerofficial.com/ You can also follow him on Instagram and Youtube: https://instagram.com/romanfischerofficial https://www.youtube.com/@romanfischerofficial The...

WW3 Debra Cohen: Hurricanes, Healing & the Highs of Indie Rock 01.12.2024

In this web wandering I sit down with Debra Cohen. From opening for Joan Jett to dodging Florida storms, Debra’s life is anything but boring. If you want to check out Debra's music and book you can do so on her website: https://debracohenmusic.com You can also follow her on Instagram and Youtube: https://www.instagram.com/debracohenmusicdotcom/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnZieDuB17LEtLta...

#14 Trent: Faith, Cheese & Chasing Joy 28.11.2024

In this episode I sit down with Trent from New Zealand. Trent reflects on growing up Christian, rediscovering faith, and how me eating cheese changed his outlook on life. The episode was recorded at Tahuna Pod Hostel in Queenstown. https://www.instagram.com/tahunapodhostelqt/ ⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.tahunapodhostel.co.nz⁠

WW2 Jacopo Iasiello: Injury, Resilience & Building a Real Estate Business by 30 26.11.2024

In this web wandering I sit down with Jacopo Iasiello. From a shattered football dream to real estate empires, Jacopo rebuilt himself — again and again. You can pre-order his book "Healthy, Rich, and Happy," releasing on December 15, 2024, here: https://healthyrichandhappy.com The episode was recorded at Tahuna Pod Hostel in Queenstown. https://www.instagram.com/tahunapodhostelqt/ ⁠⁠⁠ https://www....

WW1 Jim Marshall: Septemics, Self-Mastery & the Hierarchies of Human Behavior 24.11.2024

In this web wandering I sit down with Jim Marshall. Jim spent decades researching a system to better understand people — and published his life's work. To find out more about the system and Jim's book visit his website: https://septemics.com The episode was recorded at Tahuna Pod Hostel in Queenstown. https://www.instagram.com/tahunapodhostelqt/ ⁠⁠https://www.tahunapodhostel.co.nz The conversation...

#13 Angus: Code, Crashes & Redefining a Life Worth Living 21.11.2024

In this episode I sit down with Angus from England. Angus built machines — now he’s rebuildingmeaning. This one’s for the overthinkers. The episode was recorded at Tahuna Pod Hostel in Queenstown. https://www.instagram.com/tahunapodhostelqt/ ⁠ https://www.tahunapodhostel.co.nz

#12 Luis Miguel: Law, Ski Lifts & Letting Go of the Lie 14.11.2024

In this episode I sit down with Luis Miguel from Mexico. Luis Miguel walked away from law school tochase powder and passion — and doesn’t regret it. The episode was recorded at Tahuna Pod Hostel in Queenstown. https://www.instagram.com/tahunapodhostelqt/ https://www.tahunapodhostel.co.nz

#11 Ri Chen: From Engineer to Explorer of Simplicity 07.11.2024

In this episode I sit down with Ri Chen from Singapore. Ri Chen ditched engineering for meaning,leaving behind the checklist life to wander into something real. The episode was recorded in Jailhouse Accommodation in Christchurch. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.jail.co.nz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jailhouseaccommodation/⁠

#10 Eleanor: Joy, Journals & Just Trusting the Process 31.10.2024

In this episode I sit down with Eleanor from England. Eleanor lights up the mic with reflections on optimism, honesty, and letting life unfold. The episode was recorded in Jailhouse Accommodation in Christchurch. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.jail.co.nz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jailhouseaccommodation/⁠

#9 Aidan: Curiosity, Japan & Conscious Living at 21 24.10.2024

In this episode I sit down with Aidan from Georgia, USA. Aidan is young, but his insight hits deep —on presence, learning, and resisting autopilot. The episode was recorded in Jailhouse Accommodation in Christchurch. ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.jail.co.nz⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jailhouseaccommodation/⁠

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