This week, Mike shares his thoughts on the brutal Midwest cold snap, reacts to the opening of the Winter Olympics, and gives his unfiltered opinions on everything from injured athletes like Lindsey Vonn competing anyway to the Super Bowl, its commercials, and the halftime show featuring Bad Bunny. 

Mike also shares an update on his mom’s health journey and the decision to transition to a new neurologist to create a clearer, more effective plan of care moving forward.

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Chapters:

00:00: Intro

02:28 Time to Drop Some Shorts & Reels 

05:22 Lindsey Vonn Injury

08:13 SuperBowl Halftime & Commercials

10:00 Mom Update

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This week, Mike checks in with life updates, from new reading glasses and podcast tweaks to college football and NFL playoff drama. He digs into rising prices and questions whether inflation is real or artificially driven by corporate greed. 

Mike reflects on political polarization, corruption at every level of government, and why more voters may be turning toward independent candidates. He highlights Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan’s independent run for Michigan governor as a hopeful sign that common-sense politics might still have a future.

Chapters

00:00: Life Updates & Setup Tweaks

03:00: Football Talk & Bad Calls

06:37: Artificial Pricing 

11:30: Political Division

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Mike starts things off with a small but very important life upgrade: a new tea gadget that might finally replace his old kettle. From there, he jumps back into Bali trip prep, sharing a hotel booking mix-up in Lombok, ferry timing puzzles, and the added excitement of flying out right around Bali’s Day of Silence.

Mike shares what life’s been like back home, from helping his mom through doctor visits to handling the everyday stuff that comes with it. He also talks about throwing his back out at the worst possible time, battling snowstorms, and the surprise hero who showed up with a shovel just when he needed it.

Chapters

00:00: New tea gadget & daily rituals

07:00: Indonesia trip planning, hotels & travel curveballs

24:00: Life at home, Mom updates & caregiving reality

38:00: Back injury, snowstorms & an unexpected hero

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Mike kicks off the episode with a very real back-injury saga before diving into travel planning for his upcoming Indonesia trip, from snorkeling gear to ferry logistics and a booking hiccup at a high-end Lombok resort. 

He then shares candid thoughts about the recent Minneapolis incident involving an ICE agent and the broader conversation around law enforcement accountability.

Chapters

00:00: Back injury chaos & getting older

08:00: Indonesia trip prep: snorkel gear & packing

13:00: ICE shooting reaction & police accountability

33:30: Bali & Lombok travel planning + booking mishap

48:00: Sports recap & podcast update

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R.F. Kuang Changed How I Read — And Why Celebrity Commercials Are Out of Control

What happens when a book completely changes how you see reading—and pop culture completely burns you out?

In this episode of the GoManDo Podcast, Mike talks about discovering R.F. Kuang and how her novels (Yellowface, The Poppy War Trilogy, Babel) opened the door to a genre he never thought he’d enjoy: historical fantasy.

From there, the conversation shifts into a candid rant about modern pop culture—celebrity commercials, online betting ads, and why famous faces are suddenly everywhere you look on TV.

Mike also shares thoughts on upcoming travel to Indonesia, snorkeling in Lombok, packing smarter, and slowing down how we experience both travel and media.

If you enjoy honest conversations about books, culture, travel, and everyday frustrations, you’re in the right place.

00:00 Tea, GoManDo gear & opening thoughts01:00 Discovering R.F. Kuang03:00 Falling into historical fantasy05:30 Why reading outside your lane matters06:00 Celebrity commercials & pop culture overload08:15 Indonesia travel & snorkeling plans11:15 Final thoughts

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In this episode of the GoManDo Everyday Moments Podcast, Mike returns from his wild multi-country trip through Malaysia and Singapore — and wow, did things go sideways. From Delta flight nightmares and missed connections to scary airports, monsoon rains, jungle hikes, and a local driver who turned the entire trip around, this one is packed with travel stories. Mike and Eric break down: ✈️ A brutal 3AM flight change 😬 Missing flights in Atlanta and South Korea 🏨 Sketchy hotels, closed restaurants, and bad neighborhoods 🌧️ Pouring rain in Langkawi 🌉 The Langkawi SkyBridge and “death stairs” 🎂 A surprise birthday cake from a new friend 🌺 Touring Singapore, botanical gardens & orchids 🏞️ Exploring Changi Airport as a tourist destination 😷 Getting sick on the 14-hour flight home ✨ Where Mike wants to travel next — Cambodia? Indonesia? Costa Rica? If you love travel stories, everyday adventures, and real conversations, you’ll enjoy this one. ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 — Mike’s latest tea experiment 01:13 — Welcoming Mike back 01:17 — A super strange trip begins 01:31 — Delta changes the flight to 3AM 01:55 — Arriving at the airport at 2:30AM 02:26 — The Atlanta airport rant 03:30 — Missing the flight to Korea 03:53 — Staying overnight in Atlanta 04:11 — Booking a Hilton in a rough area 04:26 — Terrible hotel & sketchy neighborhood 04:54 — McDonald’s run in a bad part of town 05:05 — Off to South Korea (again) 05:16 — Missing another flight in Seoul 05:31 — Staying in the Incheon Transit Hotel 05:49 — Airport lounge & onward to Kuala Lumpur 06:14 — Missing the Kuala Lumpur hotel reservation 06:23 — ASEAN conference chaos 06:48 — Rebooking flights to Langkawi 07:02 — Losing two nights at the Mandarin Oriental 07:10 — Hoping it was a blessing in disguise 07:34 — Finally arriving in Langkawi 07:44 — Monsoon rain nonstop 07:53 — Cute small airport 08:14 — Meeting Areena, the Grab driver 08:29 — Hiring her as the driver for the trip 09:02 — Touring Langkawi in pouring rain 09:31 — The sun finally comes out 09:38 — Areena brings her husband along 09:50 — Visiting Langkawi Cable Car 10:10 — The SkyBridge & fearless monkeys 10:46 — Brutal steps and exhaustion 11:37 — Advice for future visitors: pay for the extra lift 11:48 — Preparing to leave Malaysia 12:03 — A birthday cake surprise from Areena 12:25 — Saying goodbye with a tip 13:02 — Off to Singapore 13:10 — Taxis vs Grab & fair pricing 13:40 — Staying in newly renovated suites 13:54 — Exploring Singapore attractions 14:11 — Singapore Botanical Gardens 14:31 — Orchids everywhere 14:51 — Exploring Changi Airport 15:14 — The Jewel indoor waterfall 15:23 — Butterflies, trails, shops & more 15:31 — Final legs home: Singapore → Incheon → Detroit 15:50 — Smooth flights on the return 16:05 — Reflecting on packing too much into the itinerary 16:12 — Future plan: slow travel 16:28 — Where Mike would spend more time 16:35 — Marina Bay Sands expansion in 2030 17:02 — Favorite foods & the mysterious spice he dislikes 17:55 — Assigned a bad seat with nonstop noise 18:48 — Switch to Singapore Airlines going forward 19:12 — Why Delta is done 19:45 — Future travel plans: Cambodia, Indonesia, Costa Rica 20:11 — Getting sick on the way home 22:00 — Jet lag recovery 23:42 — Singapore mall & discovering TWG Tea 24:01 — Moroccan Mint tea purchase 24:41 — Only 15 tea bags?! 24:55 — Testing the new tea next episode #GoManDoPodcast #EverydayMoments #TravelStoriesThanks for watching!🎙️ New videos every Thursday 📍 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

In this episode of the GoManDo Everyday Moments Podcast, Mike and Eric dive into a full slate of conversations about everyday life — from grocery store frustrations to great books and global adventures.They kick off with a passionate rant about Kroger’s big changes, reflect on small-town community life, and then shift to Eric's October reading goal — Stephen King’s It. From there, they discuss caretaking, karma, holistic health, and Mike's upcoming trip through Malaysia and Singapore.It’s one of those classic GoManDo episodes that feels like a conversation between good friends — funny, real, and full of genuine perspective on life’s everyday moments.⏰ Chapters:00:00 – Intro & Welcome00:05 – The Great Kroger Rant: Where Did the Butcher Go?01:47 – Store Remodels & Lost Grocery Routes03:03 – Small-Town Community Memories04:43 – From Jim’s Galley to Cottage Inn: Losing Local Flavor04:51 – Mike’s October Reading Challenge: Stephen King’s It06:01 – Why It is Really About Friendship & Growing Up07:04 – Inspiring Students to Read More07:30 – “Hated My Hat” and a Lesson in Self-Review08:01 – Gananoque Golf Hat & Memories of Canada09:45 – Caretaking, Karma & the Amish Perspective10:57 – General Medicine, Integrative Health & Doctor Updates13:05 – Bigger Conversations: Should We Talk About Larger Topics?14:47 – Finding a Local Podcast Expert in Metro Detroit15:21 – Eric’s Upcoming Trip: Malaysia, Langkawi & Singapore17:43 – Travel Planning, Normandy Dreams & Solo Adventures19:00 – Food Talk: Hibachi Dinners & Expanding the Palate21:01 – Godzilla in Japan & Other Random Tangents(End) – Wrapping Up & Looking Ahead🔗 Connect with GoManDoFollow along and join the conversation using #gomando #everydaymoments #podcast Thanks 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 Thursday 📍 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

In this episode of the GoManDo Everyday Moments Podcast, Mike and Eric cover a full spread of everyday life — from morning tea rituals and gardening updates to health goals, sourdough bread, and the frustrating decline of customer service.They share stories about doctor visits, cutting carbs, helping aging parents with technology, and why some experiences today just don’t feel like they used to. And yes, “the Gen Z stare” makes an appearance too.It’s another laid-back, funny, and real conversation about midlife, food, patience, and finding joy in the small stuff.👉 New episodes drop every Thursday — don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe!#GoManDo #EverydayMoments #Podcast ⏱️ Chapters00:00 – Morning greetings & tea experiment (Mint Medley)01:02 – Coffee talk, Keurig confessions & breakfast for Mom02:40 – Syracuse hat & the “Orange Man” story03:11 – Fall garden cleanup & missing thyme plant mystery05:09 – Doctor’s visit & bloodwork results06:14 – The American diet & lifestyle habits08:18 – A1C talk & cutting carbs, pasta, and pop09:27 – Sourdough bread and healthier eating13:00 – Sushi stories & food memories14:00 – Helping Mom with TV streaming setup17:09 – New TV plans and holiday gift ideas18:13 – Customer service rant begins (Comcast story)19:59 – The “Gen Z stare” & drive-thru etiquette21:28 – Management, training, and accountability22:01 – Teaching editing workflow & student habits23:00 – The decline of customer service25:20 – Wrapping up & preview of next episodeThanks 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 Thursday 📍 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

In this episode of the GoManDo Podcast, Mike and Eric kick things off with a deep dive into tea, talk about the importance of supporting local businesses, and reflect on how GoManDo got its start over 30 years ago.They share stories about friendship, caregiving, creative ideas that never quite left the notebook, and what it really means to keep learning as you go — whether it’s figuring out YouTube, inventing a better travel mug, or taking care of loved ones.It’s another easy-going Saturday morning conversation filled with humor, gratitude, and everyday moments that matter.👉 New episodes every week! Subscribe for more unscripted conversations about life, aging, and everything in between.#GoManDoPodcast #EverydayMoments #PodcastLifeThanks 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 Thursday 📍 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

In this thirteenth episode of the GoManDo Everyday Moments Podcast, Mike and Eric dive into their latest reads, library stories, and the importance of continuity—both in life and on YouTube. From Stephen King’s IT and Fairy Tale to library mix-ups and modem upgrades, this one’s packed with everyday moments that’ll make you smile and nod in recognition.

They also chat about Michigan college life, campus memories, and the fine art of keeping your tea at the perfect temperature. Grab a drink and settle in for another fun, real, and relatable conversation.

⏱ Chapters:

00:00 – New camera angle & tea talk

00:02:30 – Black screen update & editing quirks

00:03:00 – Intro: Welcome to the GoManDo Everyday Moments Podcast

00:03:30 – Mike’s “continuity crisis” resolved

00:04:10 – The GoManDo bucket hat & Thousand Islands poster

00:04:40 – Mike’s library adventure: donating and re-borrowing his own book

00:06:30 – Library nostalgia & new staff

00:07:50 – Biggby coffee talk

00:08:20 – “Mild Mannered Eric” and YouTube Studio learning curve

00:09:50 – Modem upgrades & tech talk

00:12:30 – Stephen King’s IT reading challenge

00:14:45 – Mike’s current read: Blood Debt

00:15:55 – Stephen King’s endings & Fairy Tale discussion

00:18:30 – Character development & weird worlds

00:19:00 – Mark Greaney’s Gray Man series

00:20:00 – Spam emails & mysterious phone calls

00:21:00 – Michigan hockey & Western vs. Central

00:22:00 – College tours & campus impressions

00:23:10 – Finding a “home” in college

00:23:30 – Wrapping up the episode

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