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Sale Taylor is a New Mexico-based actor, musician, and professional wrestler whose career has taken him across multiple sides of the entertainment industry. Known for his work in professional wrestling and his appearances in film and television, Sale has developed a reputation as a versatile performer and storyteller. His acting credits include appearances in projects such as Graves, The Marksman, Poker Face, CSI: Vegas, Matlock, The Cleaning Lady, and Pluribus, while his work in wrestling has made him a recognizable figure within New Mexico’s wrestling community. Beyond acting and wrestling, Sale is also a musician, bringing another creative outlet to a career centered around performance and connecting with audiences. In this conversation, Sale shares his experiences in entertainment, the different paths that have shaped his career, and what it means to pursue multiple passions while staying true to his roots in New Mexico. 

Tiffany is an American singer, songwriter, and actress who rose to international fame as a teenager in the late 1980s. She became one of the era’s most recognizable pop stars with hit songs including “I Think We’re Alone Now,” “Could’ve Been,” and “I Saw Him Standing There,” establishing herself as a major voice of the decade. After her early success, Tiffany continued to evolve as an artist, exploring songwriting and developing a more personal musical style while building a career that has spanned decades. Through her music, performances, acting, and personal experiences in the entertainment industry, she has remained a recognizable figure in pop culture and a lasting part of the story of 1980s music.

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Steve Chavez is a prominent New Mexico businessman and developer known for his involvement in major real estate and economic development projects throughout the state. Originally from Grants, New Mexico, Chavez has built a career in business, construction, and development and is widely recognized for his role as a managing partner and principal involved with Mesa del Sol, one of Albuquerque's largest master-planned communities. Through his work with businesses including SC3 International and other development and construction ventures, he has played a significant role in shaping major projects and contributing to New Mexico's business landscape. His career has made him an influential figure in the state's development industry and a notable voice in conversations surrounding growth, investment, and the future of New Mexico.

Barry Bostwick is an American actor and performer best known for playing Brad Majors in The Rocky Horror Picture Show, one of the most iconic cult films of all time. He also originated the role of Danny Zuko in the original Broadway production of Grease, earning a Tony Award for his performance in The Robber Bridegroom. On television, he became widely known for playing Mayor Randall Winston on Spin City alongside Michael J. Fox. Throughout his career, Bostwick has worked across film, television, and theater, appearing in projects such as MegaForce, Cougar Town, Law & Order: SVU, and New Girl. His decades-long career and enduring connection to The Rocky Horror Picture Show have made him a beloved figure in both mainstream entertainment and pop-culture fandom.

Stefani Melissa Sullivan professionally known as Stefani Montiel is a Tejano singer. In the early 1990s, she emerged as one of the new acts in Tejano who reinvigorated the genre. Montiel is known for her fusion of various genres into her Tejano sound.

Jake Harrington is the head coach of the University of New Mexico men's golf team, taking over the program in 2023 after spending a decade building the University of Arkansas at Little Rock into a nationally competitive team. Prior to that, he established South Mountain Community College in Arizona as one of the premier junior college golf programs in the country, winning three NJCAA National Championships and earning multiple National Coach of the Year honors. In his first season at UNM, Harrington led the Lobos back to the NCAA Championship, captured multiple tournament victories, and was named the 2024 Mountain West Coach of the Year. His continued success earned him a five-year contract extension through the 2030–31 season, solidifying his role in the future of Lobo Golf. Beyond the collegiate level, Harrington has also represented the United States as the head coach of Team USA at the prestigious Toyota Junior Golf World Cup in Japan, further cementing his reputation as one of the nation's top collegiate golf coaches.

This episode of On The Mic With Mike breaks down the story of Los Texmaniacs and their journey from the Texas-Mexico borderlands to becoming one of the most recognized names in Conjunto music. The conversation explores the band’s roots, their passion for preserving traditional Mexican-American sounds, and how they’ve blended accordion, bajo sexto, and modern influences to introduce their music to audiences around the world. It also highlights their Grammy-winning career, the evolution of conjunto music, and the importance of keeping cultural traditions alive through storytelling and song.

This Episode of On The Mic With Mike breaks down who the new UNM Athletic Director is, tracing his rise from student manager at New Mexico to one of the youngest leaders in Division I athletics. The conversation explores his journey through UNM’s athletic department, his time at Washington, and how his experience in budgeting, operations, and program building shaped his leadership style. It also highlights his vision for Lobo Athletics, including a strong focus on student-athletes, facilities, and long-term program growth in a rapidly changing college sports landscape.

Brendan Taylor is a boxing media personality who built a reputation through grassroots reporting, fighter interviews, and in-depth boxing analysis. Rather than coming from a major sports network, he developed his audience independently by consistently covering boxing events, interviewing fighters and trainers, and focusing on stories that mainstream outlets often overlooked.

Steve "Mean Machine" Garcia is a professional mixed martial artist from Albuquerque, New Mexico, who competes in the UFC featherweight division. He’s known for being a heavy striker with a lot of knockout wins and has earned multiple “Performance of the Night” bonuses in the UFC. He’s also trained out of the well-known Jackson Wink MMA gym.