Mike and Nelson cover a sprawling conversation that touches on cutting the SiriusXM cord, escaping jury duty, the slow burn of Mike's legal name change, and the state of Cuba's collapsing infrastructure. Plus picadillo recipes, Michigan's booming 420 culture, the absurdity of Love Is Blind, and a surprisingly heated take on a fashion trend you've definitely seen.

Key Takeaways:

● Auditing your subscriptions monthly catches mystery charges before they become a year of wasted money

● Proper documentation gets you out of jury duty without a fight, especially as a legal guardian

● Cuba's infrastructure has been gutted since Soviet support disappeared, and the people on the ground are not okay with the status quo

● Picadillo is the ultimate ground beef comfort food, just skip the raisins

● Michigan has quietly become a major weed production hub, and dispensary culture has gone fully mainstream

● Modern cannabis is dramatically stronger than it was decades ago, with edibles, mints, and pre-rolls reshaping the market

● Love Is Blind is absurd television, but watchable absurd television

● White toenail polish is, per Mike, a crime against feet

Chapters:

00:00 SiriusXM headaches and the YouTube Premium switch

02:04 Hidden subscriptions and the tea time ritual

03:00 Jury duty excusal officially granted

05:26 Name change progress and the upcoming Zoom hearing

07:23 Cuba's collapsing infrastructure and a new dawn

10:42 Picadillo, the no-raisins comfort food

12:34 Branding plans: new intro, outro, Godzilla, and tea

17:00 420 in Michigan and the new weed economy

25:20 Love Is Blind and the white toenail epidemic

Resources:

● SiriusXM: https://www.siriusxm.com

● YouTube Premium: https://www.youtube.com/premium

● Tazo Lemongrass and Spearmint Tea: https://www.tazo.com

● Netflix: https://www.netflix.com

● Cuba and the Cameraman (Netflix documentary): https://www.netflix.com/title/80190097

● Love Is Blind (Netflix): https://www.netflix.com/title/80996601

● DTE Energy: https://www.dteenergy.com

Connect:

● Website: https://www.gomando.com

Hashtags: #GoManDo #PodcastLife #TravelPrep #LifeUpdates #EntrepreneurLife #JuryDuty #Cuba #Picadillo #Michigan420 #LoveIsBlind #Netflix #TeaTime #SiriusXM #YouTubePremium

Mike and Nelson swap stories about spring gardening prep, Meyer lemon trees that winter indoors, and the art of surviving a 94-year-old's doctor's appointment. Along the way: women's collegiate bowling oddities, Hungary's election shakeup, untreatable viruses, and why mother's day weekend is a garden center madhouse.

Key Takeaways:

● Michigan clay soil needs serious amending with manure, sand, mulch, and garden soil before anything grows well

● Lawn soil is a specific product designed to fill low spots and support new seed or sod

● Meyer lemon, orange, and tangerine trees can survive Michigan winters if you move them indoors when it gets cold

● Mother's day weekend is the traditional safe planting window in Michigan, but garden centers turn into madhouses, so shop the weekend before

● Legal guardianship requires annual fiduciary reporting covering living arrangements, mental health, and physician orders

● Mike is planning trips to Hungary in October and Costa Rica next March, skipping long-haul flights after getting sick post-Malaysia

● A rising share of circulating viruses are reportedly untreatable, meaning you ride them out rather than medicate through them

Chapters:

00:00 Tea Mishaps and Editor Inserts

02:05 Nelson's First Michigan Garden

04:07 Lawn Soil and Plumbing Repairs

08:14 Meyer Lemons, Oranges, and Elvis the Tree Guy

10:57 Finding a New Doctor at 94

13:30 Women's Collegiate Bowling on ESPN

16:45 Hungary's Election and Travel Plans

19:30 Artemis, Moon Water, and Untreatable Viruses

28:00 Guardianship Paperwork, Library Life, and Spring Planting

Resources:

● Fast Growing Trees (ask for Elvis): https://www.fastgrowingtrees.com

● Mark Greaney, The Hard Line (Gray Man series #15): https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/745375/the-hard-line-by-mark-greaney/

● Nick Petrie, The Wild One (Peter Ash series #5): https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/549470/the-wild-one-by-nick-petrie/

● NASA Artemis Program: https://www.nasa.gov/humans-in-space/artemis/

● ESPN (NCAA Women's Bowling Championship coverage): https://www.espn.com

● Hungary 2026 election coverage: https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/

Connect:

● Website: https://www.gomando.com

GoManDo #PodcastLife #TravelPrep #LifeUpdates #EntrepreneurLife #GardeningTips #MichiganLife #MeyerLemons #SpringPlanting #TwoFriendsTalking

Mike and Nelson reunite after both being under the weather, diving into a wild story about artisanal pepperoni gone wrong and a week of relentless hiccups. From there, the conversation bounces through Hungary travel plans, fast food sticker shock, the Artemis 2 moon mission, March Madness, and why some women's sports captivate while others fall flat.

Key Takeaways:

● If you have persistent hiccups, it might not be a quirk. It could be GERD, and over-the-counter acid reducers can clear it up fast.

● Recurring subscription charges add up quietly. Audit your credit card statements for services you forgot you signed up for.

● Slowing down your travel itinerary and staying longer in fewer places beats rushing through a checklist of destinations.

● Family restaurants like Bob Evans still offer real meals at reasonable prices, often half the cost of a fast food combo.

● The Gray Man series by Mark Greaney and the Peter Ash series by Nick Petrie are solid picks for thriller readers looking for a long, satisfying run.

Chapters:

00:00 Coming Back From Sickness

03:27 Hiccup Nightmares and Home Remedies

07:13 Sneaky Recurring Charges

08:45 Replanning the Hungary Trip

12:20 Savannah Guthrie's Missing Mother

17:14 March Madness and Women's Sports

21:56 Fast Food Prices vs. Bob Evans

25:22 Who Cares About Going to the Moon?

28:57 Book Corner: Gray Man and Peter Ash

Resources:

● Bob Evans: www.bobevans.com

● Culver's: www.culvers.com

● Meijer: www.meijer.com

● The Gray Man series by Mark Greaney: www.markgreaneybooks.com

● Peter Ash series by Nick Petrie: www.nickpetrie.com

● NASA Artemis 2 Mission: www.nasa.gov/artemis-ii

● Lake Balaton, Hungary: www.balaton.hu

● Audi Hungaria (Gyor Factory): www.audi.hu

Connect:

● Podcast: GMD

● Hosts: Mike and Nelson

Hashtags:

#GMDPodcast #PodcastLife #CasualConversation #RealTalk #EverydayStories #GERD #HiccupRemedies #TravelPlanning #Hungary #Budapest #LakeBalaton #MarchMadness #FastFoodPrices #BobEvans #Artemis2 #GrayManSeries #WomensSports #FigureSkating #BookRecommendations #SubscriptionCharges

Mike returns from Indonesia with stories that range from hilarious to humbling. From a Grab driver named "The Moose" who tried to renegotiate mid-trip, to navigating Bali's chaotic moped traffic, accidentally visiting during Ramadan, and nearly losing his phone at JFK, this episode is a raw, unfiltered recap of Southeast Asia's highs, lows, and everything in between.Key Takeaways● Indonesia left a strong impression, but not enough to earn a spot on Mike's winter escape shortlist● Phu Quoc, Vietnam remains the top contender for a long-term winter stay, with Busan and Fukuoka as strong runners-up● "Slow travel," spending a month in each destination rather than rushing through, is Mike's preferred approach going forward● The difference between business class and first class on long-haul flights is massive, and Mike's committed to first class from here on out● Always check your seat before leaving an airport shuttleChapters● 00:00 Back from Indonesia, No Jet Lag Disaster● 02:30 Meet "The Moose," the Grab Driver Who Wanted More● 06:15 Bali's Moped Madness and First Impressions● 07:51 Ranking Southeast Asia: Vietnam, Busan, and Slow Travel● 12:30 Island Life at Obarii Beach Resort and Snorkeling Fears● 14:57 Surprise Ramadan and the Blue Water Express● 20:21 Ayana Resort Bali and the Poverty Next Door● 24:53 TSA, JFK, and the Great Phone Rescue● 29:28 First Class Forever and Future Travel PlansResources● Grab (ride-hailing app used throughout Southeast Asia): www.grab.com● Blue Water Express (ferry service between Bali and Lombok): www.bluwaterexpress.com● Ayana Resort Bali: www.ayana.com● DoubleTree by Hilton (JFK area hotel): www.hilton.com#GoldmanDo #TravelPodcast #TravelStories #Indonesia #CasualConversation #PodcastLife #Bali #Lombok #SlowTravel #SoutheastAsia #PhuQuoc #Vietnam #FirstClassTravel #Ramadan #TravelTipsThanks for watching!GoManDo is all about life's everyday moments — from cooking and travel to growing older and finding humor in the little things. Join us as we talk about life, share personal stories, and reflect on the good stuff that makes it all worth living.🎙️ New videos every Tuesday 📍 Subscribe to follow along: https://www.youtube.com/@RealGoManDo👇 Connect with us on social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GomandoLLCInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/gomando/Website: https://www.gomando.com

Mike and Nelson kick things off this week with tea experiments and how small details like temperature and mugs can change your daily routine. They discuss Daylight Saving Time struggles before diving into Mike’s upcoming trip to Indonesia and the challenges of long-haul travel and time zone confusion. Mike shares a close call with a fake arrival card website and why it’s important to use official sources when traveling. 

They also share updates on family, books, and plans to improve the podcast with new ideas and future guests.

#GoManDo #PodcastLife #TravelPrep #IndonesiaTrip #JetLag #DaylightSavings #LongHaulFlights #TeaTalk #PodcastGrowth #LifeUpdates

00:00: Intro

06:16: Daylight Saving Time & how it throws everything off

11:09: Indonesia trip prep, flights & time zone confusion

20:04: Travel documents, scams & arrival card issues

28:56: Staying healthy while traveling (lessons learned)

38:12: Life updates, books, family & podcast plans

New GoManDo episodes every Tuesday!

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It’s haircut day. 

Mike gets cleaned up after letting things go a little too long. Mike and Nelson talk through the cut (high fade, #1 all the way up, little length in the front), while Nelson works his magic and explains how he actually sculpts the hair instead of just running guards over it.

They talk about bad haircut experiences, old-school barbers, pricing back in the day vs now, and how things changed after COVID. Nelson also shares insights into barbering techniques and even discusses how haircuts are done around the world, like street barbers in Vietnam and top-tier Turkish barbers.

#HaircutDay #BarberLife #FadeGame #MensGrooming #PodcastLife #BehindTheScenes #BarberTalk #EntrepreneurLife #SmallBusiness #FreshCut

Chapters

00:00: Intro

02:09: Haircut plan & barber technique discussion

04:30: Stories about past barbers & experiences

07:26: Shop talk, work, and upcoming trip

10:06: Travel & global barber conversation

13:13: Pricing, inflation, and final touches

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Mike and Nelson kick things off with travel prep as Mike gets ready for an upcoming trip to Indonesia, including gear choices for the intense tropical heat (and a debate over bucket hats vs. classic caps). The conversation shifts into books, where Mike dives back into his favorite series after finishing works by R.F. Kuang. He shares thoughts on the Orphan X, Gray Man, and Peter Ash series, and the struggle of getting books in the right order from the library.

They also discuss the benefits of reading vs. scrolling on your phone, highlighting how reading strengthens imagination and may reduce anxiety compared to consuming nonstop digital content.

#GoMandoPodcast #PodcastLife #TravelPrep #IndonesiaTrip #BookTalk #ReadingHabits #SelfImprovement #CurrentEvents #PublicSpeaking #LifeUpdates

Chapters

00:00: Intro

01:30: Indonesia travel plans & tropical climate prep

04:16: Getting back into reading

07:30: Book series talk (Orphan X, Gray Man, Peter Ash)

11:46: Library struggles & reading out of order

13:53: Haircut reveal & style talk

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This week, Mike and Nelson start with a small win: Mike finally finds the perfect insulated mug for his morning tea and quickly learns the hard way about the fill line. 

From there, the conversation gets more personal as Mike opens up about his decision to legally change his last name to his mother’s maiden name and why that change means so much to him. He also shares the stressful experience of dealing with false elder abuse accusations. They talk about Mike’s upcoming trip to Hungary and Central Europe, a journey that ties directly into his family roots, and dive into the Peter Ash book series.

#GoManDoPodcast #LifeStories #PersonalGrowth #TravelPlans #BarberLife #BookTalk #EverydayLife #RealConversations #PodcastLife #Storytime

Chapters

00:00: Intro

06:30: Mike’s name change

14:45: Why getting a lawyer matters

20:19: Peter Ash series

22:10: Hungary and exploring family roots in Central Europe

29:30: Nelson’s move to a new barbershop

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Mike and Nelson are back, covering everything from an incredible Olympic ice dancing performance that stopped Mike in his tracks to the surprisingly complicated process of securing an Indonesian e-visa and booking a ferry. 

Mike shares a travel story from Kuala Lumpur, gives an update on switching doctors for his 93-year-old mom, talks taxes with Aunt Marlene, and previews some upcoming changes to the podcast, including new intros, more travel content, and a Nelson face reveal.

Chapters

00:00: Intro

05:30: Indonesia Trip Prep 

13:00: Caregiving Update

16:45: Reading Update 

23:50: Mom Moments

26:30: Nelson Face Reveal

New GoManDo episodes every Thursday!

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Mike shares life updates, from finally investing in quality reading glasses to navigating jury duty as his 93-year-old mother’s caretaker.

He’s planning to change his last name to honor his mother’s family, Keller, and reflects on family, identity, and legacy. Plus, he’s planning an October trip to Budapest and surrounding European cities, shifting from tropical adventures to a journey with deep personal meaning.

Listen this week as Mike talks about family, identity, and exploring life at any age.

Chapters:

00:00: Intro

02:35: The Quest for the Perfect Reading Glasses

08:01: Jury Duty & Caregiving Challenges

14:31: Changing My Last Name

35:02: European Travel Plans

New GoManDo episodes every Thursday!

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