In Episode 19 of Season 3, authors Michael, Michael, and special guest author Susan Orlean wet their beaks with the topic of Perspectives on Writing: From Cave Drawings to Computer Code and Back. What is the difference between Non-fiction and Fiction writing? What is truth? What does the phrase Creative Non-fiction mean? Tune in as Michael, Michael, and Susan get their beaks wet as they discuss a juicy topic filled with words and language.“Topics” features original music by Dan Deacon. This episode is sponsored by: Cards Against Humanity. Go to www.cardsagainsthumanity.com for more info. Audible. Go to www.audible.com/topics for a free audiobook and 30 day free trial.  Stamps.com . Click here for a special $110 Bonus Offer!

In Episode 18 of Season 3, Michael and Michael get into a very important topic that we deal with every day of our life, the Money Question. From Smith to Piketty to back again. How do we survive in the 21st century? How are Cabbage Patch Kids related to the law of supply and demand? Why does Leno need all those cars? Tune in as Michael and Michael discuss Adam Smith aka father of modern economics, the French economist Thomas Piketty, and everything in between.“Topics” features original music by Dan Deacon. This episode is sponsored by:  Hulu Plus : Go to  huluplus.com/TOPICS  for a free two week trial.

In Episode 17 of Season 3, Michael and Michael delve into the topic of The Law: questions of Tort reform, the Judiciary process, Habeas corpus and beyond. Will we keep tripping over the word society? What is best for the individual versus what is best for the collective? Does God himself need law? Tune in as Michael and Michael discuss a very important topic that we all deal with in our lives.“Topics” features original music by Dan Deacon. This episode is sponsored by www.TRYAUDIOBOOKS.com

In Episode 16 of Season 3, Michael, Michael, and fantastic actor/friend of the podcast Rich Sommer talk about the passionate topic of madness. How do we know who is the sane one and who is the insane one? Why does love drive us mad? Is Dr. Frankenstein the monster? Or is his monster the monster? Or are we the monster? Tune in as Michael, Michael, and Rich discuss a topic that might drive people a little crazy.“Topics” features original music by Dan Deacon. This episode is sponsored by:  Hulu Plus : Go to huluplus.com/TOPICS for a free two week trial.  Stamps.com . Click here for a special $110 Bonus Offer!

In Episode 15 of Season 3, Michael and Michael talk about the lessons they've learned from the incredible Connell Institute. Where did a young Michael Ian Black have his brain pumped with lifelong knowledge of several topics? How far does the legacy of the Connell Institute go? What about the great gift shop that is also located there? Tune in as Michael and Michael discuss about the dense history of the Connell Institute.“Topics” features original music by Dan Deacon.  This episode is sponsored by:  Hulu Plus : Go to huluplus.com/TOPICS for a free two week trial.  Stamps.com . Click here for a special $110 Bonus Offer! Squarespace. Go to www.squarespace.com and use offer code SHOWALTER for a free trial and 10% off your own professional website.

Michael and Michael return to respond to listener mail which ranges from questions on travel reimbursements for study groups to Topic Con to the first ever Topics podcast birth. If you have a question or comment please send it to  [email protected] !

In Episode 14 of Season 3, Michael and Michael organically find their way to discuss the topic of the near East & the far East. What is the story behind Pier 1 imports? Who is Bill Johnman? What are some of the many imported goods we take for granted in the West? Tune in as Michael and Michael talk about the rich history of both the near & far East.“Topics” features original music by Dan Deacon.  This episode is sponsored by:  Hulu Plus : Go to huluplus.com/TOPICS for a free two week trial.  Stamps.com . Click here for a special $110 Bonus Offer!

In Episode 13 of Season 3, Michael, Michael, and special guest/friend of the podcast Steve Agee talk about the glorious and loving topic of friendship. How does everyone define friendship? Does their always need to be attraction involved? Does making a pen pal with a prisoner count as having a friendship? Tune in as Michael, Michael, and Steve share what it takes to create and sustain a friendship.“Topics” features original music by Dan Deacon.Today's episode also features original music by Pearl & The Beard. This episode is sponsored by:  Stamps.com . Click here for a special $110 Bonus Offer!  Harry’s : Use the offer code TOPICS for $5 off your first purchase.

In Episode 12 of Season 3, Michael, Michael, and special guest singer-songwriter Liz Phair talk about the very musical topic of music. What is music? Is a breast like a kazoo? What's the difference between classical music and the Liz’s song "H.W.C."? What would have happened if Paul McCartney and John Lennon never met? Tune in as Michael, Michael, and Liz get deep into the process of creating and enjoying music.“Topics” features original music by Dan Deacon.  This episode is sponsored by:  GoDaddy.com : Use offer code TOPICS295 for 85%off for $2.95 own your own dot COM  Hulu Plus : Go to huluplus.com/TOPICS for a free two week trial.

In Episode 11 of Season 3, Michael and Michael talk about the very serious topic of true crime. Why does this topic generate the image of darkness? Why is it that some follow the interest of committing the perfect murder? How did Truman Capote's iconic true crime novel In Cold Blood start a trend of storytelling in the journalistic arts? Tune in as Michael and Michael dive right into this juiciest of topics.“Topics” features original music by Dan Deacon. This episode is sponsored by:  Stamps.com . Click here for a special $110 Bonus Offer! Naturebox: Go to Naturebox.com/topics for 50% off your first box of delicious snacks.