Mike Explores

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What's Mike Explores about?

There are so many topics out there that we know nothing about, GGR Editor-In-Chief Mike Lunsford hope to learn as much as he can about them in this interview-based podcast.

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Mike Explores episodes:

08.07.2023
Getting to Know BJ Robinson!
Mike sits down and has a conversation with William B.J. Robinson, one of the co-hosts of the "Fed Con" podcast here on GGR. Get to know all about BJ's hosting roles on PBS, his international stage show, his love of...
12.11.2022
Personal Injury Law
Mike is joined by guest Joshua Schwadron, CEO of Mighty. He leads “a team of social workers, lawyers, data scientists, engineers, and more on a mission to build a better way to help people after an accident.” Their goal? To...
10.09.2022
Catching Up With Qasim Rashid
Mike catches up with human rights lawyer and advocate Qasim Rashid to discuss his work in politics, his growing social media fame, the current legal climate of the U.S. and more.
09.25.2021
Covid 19 with Doctor Stephanie Petzing
There’s a lot of misinformation and disinformation surrounding Covid-19, the vaccines and essentially anything involving the current pandemic affecting the globe. Mike and Jess bring in an expert, Dr. Stephanie Petzing, to dispel these rumors, conspiracy theories and other falsehoods...
03.13.2021
The Incel Project: Interview with Naama Kates
Mike and Jess interview investigative journalist Naama Kates, host of “The Incel Project” podcast.
03.07.2021
The Britney Spears Conservatorship
Mike and Jess interview Lisa and Jacqueline of Eat Pray Britney, a podcast that discusses the details of Britney Spears’ strange legal situation.
02.14.2021
Mike Explores: Scientology
Mike has an interview with Derek Grant, a former member of the Church of Scientology. They discuss his experiences growing up in the church, what he learned after leaving and how things are changing in the 21st century for the...
02.05.2021
Interview With Amanda and Lindsay Jaworski
The last episode of Mike on the Mic/First episode of Mike Explores features a team of podcasting sisters, Amanda and Lindsay Jaworski who host a show called “Hey Lady.” Listen to Mike discuss inclusivity, feminism, pizza, sandwiches, and so much...
10.07.2020
Interview With Qasim Rashid: Congressional Candidate
Mike interviews Virginia congressional candidate Qasim Rashid. They discuss the issues our country and Virginia is dealing with but also some of Qasim's favorite coffee spots, board games, MCU movies and his love of Star Trek and Star Wars.
09.02.2020
Conversation with Curiosity Cake
Mike has a conversation with fellow podcaster Lee Delaney of "Curiosity Cake" about how he got started, what it's like being interested in everything, and how he got into podcasting. Make sure you check out Curiosity Cake at www.curiositycake.co.uk plus...
06.15.2020
Delegate Joshua Cole Interview
Mike and special guest co-host Ulysses E. Campbell get a sit-down interview with the Virginia House of Delegates Representative Joshua Cole of the 28th District. They discuss the current political climate, Delegate Cole’s main focuses in office, racism, the Confederate...
06.13.2020
August Aguilar Interview
Mike interviews independent filmmaker August Aguilar about his films, comics, and other media projects.
05.06.2020
What to Watch - Justified
Mike and Rambo discuss one of their favorite television shows of all time: Justified. Plus, Rambo treats us to his awesome Werner Herzog impersonation.
04.06.2020
Star Trek: Picard Season 1 Discussion
Mike and "The Opaque Senator" Russ Brown discuss their takeaway from season 1 of Star Trek: Picard.
04.05.2020
Overflow on the Mic - The Fic List Interview
Mike and MC interview the creators of “The Fic List,” Erin and Alan and discuss their fan fiction podcast.
04.05.2020
Overflow on the Mic - Musical Tribute
Mike and MC come together to pay tribute to some of the amazing musicians we’ve lost recently: Kenny Rogers, Ellis Marsalis, Adam Schlesinger and Bill Withers. They play some of their music and speak about the impact they had. Rest...
03.16.2020
Overflow on the Mic - You Season 2 and What Else We're Watching
Mike and MC team up for another episode of "Overflow on the Mic" to discuss You Season 2 and other shows they are currently watching.
01.10.2020
Talkin' Westerns with James Rambo
YEE-HAW! Welcome to the dagburn first podcast of 2020! Mike and special guest James Rambo talk about Westerns! They break down why the genre is so important, how it has influenced Japanese films and how they in turn have influenced...
11.01.2019
From the National League Champs Clubhouse???
Mike interviews long-time friend Wil Yow who was in the Washington Nationals clubhouse after they won the National League pennant. They discuss the amazing run the Nats have been on and what it was like in the clubhouse after the...
10.08.2019
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Mike has special guest Joseph Kaitschuck on the podcast to discuss the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints or “Mormonism.” Joseph has been a member of the church since birth, doing missionary work overseas and tells Mike about the...
08.16.2019
Overflow on the Mic - What We're Watching
Mike and MC combine forces for “Overflow on the Mic” to discuss the shows they’re currently watching or have just finished. They go into great detail about the final season of Orange is the New Black and Amazon Prime Video’s...
08.16.2019
Overflow on the Mic - Our Duty to Bianca
Mike and MC team up for a new mash up project “Overflow on the Mic.” The two do an editorial of sorts for their previous episode about the Bianca Devins Tragedy and clean up what the real cause of her horrific...
07.01.2019
Getting to Know Doctor Doom
Mike, Rambo and Ulie discuss one of the most formidable villains in the Marvel Universe: Victor Von Doom, or by his nefarious A.K.A.: Doctor Doom. They discuss the likely inclusion of Doom in the upcoming new phase of the MCU...
05.10.2019
Interview with Charles Hildebrandt of the Museum of Science Fiction
Mike interviews Charles Hildebrandt, Production Counsel for the Museum of Science Fiction about their upcoming event, Escape Velocity.
04.06.2019
Flash Season 5, Arrow, and Mash Ups
Mike and MC do a “Mike on the Mic” and “The Overflow” mash up! They discuss The Flash Season 5, Mike getting caught up with The Arrow and some awesome mash ups. Recorded Thursday, April 4th, 2019 via Skype.
02.03.2019
Best Albums of the 90s Part 1
Mike, MC and Rambo discuss their favorite albums of the 90s. Recorded Friday February 1st, 2019 via Skype.
02.02.2019
Abducted In Plain Sight by...Bryce Harper???
Mike and MC discuss the Netflix documentary "Abducted In Plain Sight" and its shocking twists and turns. They also discuss the continuing mystery of where Bryce Harper will sign for the 2019 MLB Season. Recorded Friday, February 1st, 2019 via...
01.05.2019
2018 DC Sports Recap
Mike is joined by MC and special guest Tamika Rector of ROCKDEEP ROGUE RADIO to talk about the DC Sports Teams and their 2018 results. They also discuss what to look forward to in 2019. Recorded via Skype on January...
01.01.2019
DISNEY WORLD RECAP, ELSEWORLDS, SPIDER-VERSE AND BEST PRESENTS
Happy Holidays! For the final episode of Mike on the Mic on ROCKDEEP ROGUE RADIO, Mike and MC a discuss Mike’s recent Disney World trip, the CW Arrow-verse Elseworlds crossover, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, and the best Christmas presents they...
12.02.2018
Mike on Mic - Ernie Grunfeld or Bruce Allen: Who Is The Worst?
Mike and MC Brooks discuss who’s the crappier GM: Ernie Grunfeld or Bruce Allen. They are later joined by Steve Monnich of GGR and Ulysses E. Campbell of Fantastic Forum to discuss the state of the NFL with more players...
11.09.2018
Mike on the Mic - Interview with Imam Sherif Abdalla Shehata
Mike sits down with Imam Sherif Abdalla Shehata of the Islamic Center of Stafford and discusses Islam and Muslim faith.
11.03.2018
Mike on the Mic - Interview with Imam Sherif Abdalla Shehata
Mike sits down with Imam Sherif Abdalla Shehata of the Islamic Center of Stafford to discuss the Islamic faith and what it means to be a Muslim
10.27.2018
Mike on the Mic - Interview with Erik Meyer of Gourmeltz
Mike interviews friend and GM of the restaurant Gourmeltz. Mike and Erik discuss the history of the Gourmeltz, how he got into cooking and why he loves working for owner Matt Strickland. They also discuss Erik’s love of Pittsburgh sports,...
09.23.2018
Mike on the Mic - DC Sports Review
Mike has ROCKDEEP ROGUE RADIO contributor MC Brooks on to discuss the state of the sports scene after the Capitals and Valor won championships, the Mystics played in the WNBA finals, the Wizards made the playoffs and the football...
09.21.2018
Mike on The Mic - DC Sports Review
Mike has GGR contributor MC Brooks on to discuss the state of the sports scene after the Capitals and Valor won championships, the Mystics played in the WNBA finals, the Wizards made the playoffs and the football team? Well…they’re...
09.09.2018
Mike on the Mic/Overflow "Improvcast" - Spider-Man for PS4 Review/Discussion
MC Brooks played through the new Spider-Man game for Playstation 4 and he had to talk to Mike about it, so they did a podcast! Give a listen as the 2 discuss the wall-crawlers latest adventure in the digital realm...
09.02.2018
Mike on the Mic - The Remarkable Story of Pinkerton
Mike did a solo episode last night about the remarkable story of Weezer's second album, Pinkerton. It's genesis, reception, and overall impact on the music world is quite an interesting story. Give it a listen! Recorded at the FXBG Public...
08.31.2018
Mike on the Mic - The Remarkable Story of Pinkerton
Mike did a solo episode last night about the remarkable story of Weezer's second album, Pinkerton. It's genesis, reception, and overall impact on the music world is quite an interesting story. Give it a listen! Recorded at the FXBG Public Radio...
07.26.2018
Mike on the Mic - Liner Notes: 90s Alternative Part 2
Mike does another episode of "Liner Notes" about Alternative music in the 90s. This time, he delves into some of the sub-genres that really caught fire in the last decade of the 20th century like Ska and swing music. Plus,...
07.08.2018
Mike on the Mic - Liner Notes: Alternative Icons
Mike goes to his childhood roots and the music he first fell in love with: Alternative rock. He discusses some of the forefathers of the indie/punk/alternative genre, how he got into it and some of his favorite bands. He is...
07.06.2018
Mike on the Mic - Liner Notes: Alternative Icons
Mike goes to his childhood roots and the music he first fell in love with: Alternative rock. He discusses some of the forefathers of the indie/punk/alternative genre, how he got into it and some of his favorite bands. He is...
06.10.2018
Mike on the Mic - Best Comic Book Moments
Mike is joined by GGR co-founder Steve Monnich, ROCKDEEP ROGUE RADIO broadcaster MC Brooks and artist James Rambo to discuss their favorite comic book moments. Towards the end of the episode, they "council" discusses fast food restaurants and delicious food....
06.10.2018
Mike on the Mic - Bands We've Slept On
Mike on Mic is back with a 2 part episode. Mike is joined by GGR co-founder Steve Monnich, ROCKDEEP ROGUE RADIO's MC Brooks and artist James Rambo. They discuss the Washington Capitals recent Stanley Cup victory and go into some...
05.07.2018
#BelieveDC - Capitals Edition
On Sunday's Rogue Sports with Yo and Meeka, Mike recorded a hype speech for the Washington Capitals. We here at ROCKDEEP ROGUE RADIO believe in our teams. We know that sometimes, all it takes is some hope, some unwavering belief in...
05.06.2018
Copy of Special! Mike's "Let's Go Caps" Speech from Rogue Sports
GGR co-found Mike Lunsford was a guest on the ROCKDEEP ROGUE RADIO show Rogue Sports with Yo and Meeka this past Sunday. He did an epic motivational speech for his beloved Washington Capitals. Give it a listen!
04.05.2018
Mike on the Mic - Interview with Nathan Cook, AwesomeCon 2018 Recap and Infinity War Hype
Mike is joined in studio by ROCKDEEP ROGUE RADIO contributor MC Brooks. They interview motivational speaker Nathan Cook who talks about his success board (which you can find right here) and how he got where he is today. Mike and...
04.04.2018
AwesomeCon 2018 Recap, Interview with Nathan Cook and Avengers Infinity War Talk
Originally on ROCKDEEP ROGUE RADIO, Mike is joined in studio by MC Brooks. They interview motivational speaker Nathan Cook who talks about his success board (which you can find right here) and how he got where he is today. Mike and...
02.23.2018
Mike on the Mic - Donuts, Pizza, and Star Trek: Discovery
Mike continues his donut discussion from the previous episode when Philip Jean-Pierre joins guests Matt Erwin and Tamika Rector. They also talk about the best pizza in the DC area and Star Trek: Discovery. This episode goes off the rails...
02.23.2018
Mike on the Mic - The Best Donuts
Mike is joined by ROGUE SPORTS host Tamika Rector and special guest Matt Erwin to talk about the best donuts in the D.C. area. Recorded at the FXBG Pirate Radio Studios February 21st, 2018.
01.25.2018
Mike on the Mic - Conspiracy Theories Part 2
Part 2 of Mike on the Mic's Conspiracy Theory discussion. Mike and JDilla talk about the JFK conspiracy, the California Wildfire theories, is the internet listening to our conversations, and much more. Recorded January 24th 2018 at the FXBG Pirate...

What's Mike Explores about?

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Mike Explores episodes:

Getting to Know BJ Robinson!

Personal Injury Law

Catching Up With Qasim Rashid

Covid 19 with Doctor Stephanie Petzing

The Incel Project: Interview with Naama Kates

The Britney Spears Conservatorship

Mike Explores: Scientology

Interview With Amanda and Lindsay Jaworski

Interview With Qasim Rashid: Congressional Candidate

Conversation with Curiosity Cake

Delegate Joshua Cole Interview

August Aguilar Interview

What to Watch - Justified

Star Trek: Picard Season 1 Discussion

Overflow on the Mic - The Fic List Interview

Overflow on the Mic - Musical Tribute

Overflow on the Mic - You Season 2 and What Else We're Watching

Talkin' Westerns with James Rambo

From the National League Champs Clubhouse???

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Overflow on the Mic - What We're Watching

Overflow on the Mic - Our Duty to Bianca

Getting to Know Doctor Doom

Interview with Charles Hildebrandt of the Museum of Science Fiction

Flash Season 5, Arrow, and Mash Ups

Best Albums of the 90s Part 1

Abducted In Plain Sight by...Bryce Harper???

2018 DC Sports Recap

DISNEY WORLD RECAP, ELSEWORLDS, SPIDER-VERSE AND BEST PRESENTS

Mike on Mic - Ernie Grunfeld or Bruce Allen: Who Is The Worst?

Mike on the Mic - Interview with Imam Sherif Abdalla Shehata

Mike on the Mic - Interview with Imam Sherif Abdalla Shehata

Mike on the Mic - Interview with Erik Meyer of Gourmeltz

Mike on the Mic - DC Sports Review

Mike on The Mic - DC Sports Review

Mike on the Mic/Overflow "Improvcast" - Spider-Man for PS4 Review/Discussion

Mike on the Mic - The Remarkable Story of Pinkerton

Mike on the Mic - The Remarkable Story of Pinkerton

Mike on the Mic - Liner Notes: 90s Alternative Part 2

Mike on the Mic - Liner Notes: Alternative Icons

Mike on the Mic - Liner Notes: Alternative Icons

Mike on the Mic - Best Comic Book Moments

Mike on the Mic - Bands We've Slept On

#BelieveDC - Capitals Edition

Copy of Special! Mike's "Let's Go Caps" Speech from Rogue Sports

Mike on the Mic - Interview with Nathan Cook, AwesomeCon 2018 Recap and Infinity War Hype

AwesomeCon 2018 Recap, Interview with Nathan Cook and Avengers Infinity War Talk

Mike on the Mic - Donuts, Pizza, and Star Trek: Discovery

Mike on the Mic - The Best Donuts

Mike on the Mic - Conspiracy Theories Part 2