Can We Please Talk?

Alfred Spellman, Producer of ‘THE U’ & ‘537 Votes’

January 28, 2021 13:44 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MB

Mike & Nick talk with award-winning producer from Rakontur Films, Alfred Spellman. Alfred has produced & worked on some legendary documentaries (along with director Billy Corben & David Cypkin), from 'Cocaine Cowboys' to '537 Votes' to 'Screwball' to 'ESPN's 30 for 30: The U'. Alfred takes us through his upbringing in Miami Beach, to what the role of a producer is on films, the great stories Rakontur Films has told that the city of Miami has inspired, and a never-before told story of a film ...

A 'Moment of Mindfulness' w/ Curtis Smith

January 25, 2021 12:17 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MB

Mike & Nick explore the world of mindfulness with CEO of Moment of Mindfulness, Curtis Smith. Curtis explains the concept of mindfulness, his life story, his work in the education sector bringing mindfulness to students & teachers, and what advice he has for people who want to begin their mindfulness journey. For bonus content from this episode & more like merchandise from our show, patron shout-outs & more, check out our Patreon page and become a subscriber! - https://www.patreon.com/user?...

A 'Moment of Mindfulness'

January 25, 2021 12:17 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MB

Mike & Nick explore the world of mindfulness with CEO of Moment of Mindfulness, Curtis Smith. Curtis explains the concept of mindfulness, his life story, his work in the education sector bringing mindfulness to students & teachers, and what advice he has for people who want to begin their mindfulness journey. For bonus content from this episode & more like merchandise from our show, patron shout-outs & more, check out our Patreon page and become a subscriber! - https://www.patreon.com/user?...

"Bet the over!"

January 18, 2021 19:02 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MB

Taped Jan. 14th 2021 - In this episode, Mike & Nick jump into the sports gambling world. Joining them is the co-host of the 'Against All Odds' podcast (part of the Extra Points Network) Brian Szokoli. Brian tells us how he grew up with Cousin Sal (aka Sal Iacono from Fox Sports, The Ringer, & Late Night w. Jimmy Kimmel ), how the Against All Odds show came to be, the rise of sports gambling, some of his best/worst bets, and what is wrong with our beloved Las Vegas Raiders (a team which Mike ...

Against All Odds

January 18, 2021 19:02 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MB

Mike & Nick jump into the deep end of the sports gambling world. Joining them is the co-host of the 'Against All Odds' podcast (part of the Extra Points Network), Brian Szokoli. Brian tells us how he grew up with Cousin Sal (aka Sal Iacono from Fox Sports Live & Late Night w. Jimmy Kimmel ), how the Against All Odds show came to be, the rise of sports gambling, some of his best/worst bets, and what is wrong with our beloved Las Vegas Raiders (a team which Mike & Nick are also diehard fans of...

"Place your bets here!"

January 18, 2021 19:02 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MB

Mike & Nick jump into the deep end of the sports gambling world. Joining them is the co-host of the 'Against All Odds' podcast (part of the Extra Points Network), Brian Szokoli. Brian tells us how he grew up with Cousin Sal (aka Sal Iacono from Fox Sports Live & Late Night w. Jimmy Kimmel ), how the Against All Odds show came to be, the rise of sports gambling, some of his best/worst bets, and what is wrong with our beloved Las Vegas Raiders (a team which Mike & Nick are also diehard fans o...

"Bet the over"

January 18, 2021 19:02 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MB

Taped Jan. 14th 2021 - In this episode, Mike & Nick jump into the sports gambling world. Joining them is the co-host of the 'Against All Odds' podcast (part of the Extra Points Network) Brian Szokoli. Brian tells us how he grew up with Cousin Sal (aka Sal Iacono from Fox Sports & Late Night w. Jimmy Kimmel ), how the Against All Odds show came to be, the rise of sports gambling, some of his best/worst bets, and what is wrong with our beloved Las Vegas Raiders (a team which Mike & Nick are al...

The world of gambling

January 18, 2021 19:02 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MB

Mike & Nick jump into the deep end of the sports gambling world. Joining them is the co-host of the 'Against All Odds' podcast (part of the Extra Points Network), Brian Szokoli. Brian tells us how he grew up with Cousin Sal (aka Sal Iacono from Fox Sports Live & Late Night w. Jimmy Kimmel ), how the Against All Odds show came to be, the rise of sports gambling, some of his best/worst bets, and what is wrong with our beloved Las Vegas Raiders (a team which Mike & Nick are also diehard fans of...

'Open Mike' night

January 14, 2021 13:05 - 33 minutes - 31.2 MB

Taped Jan. 13th 2021 - In this episode, Mike & Nick are joined by Fox Sports & Fox Soul's Mike Hill. Mike talks about his life story, how he served in the Air Force & worked for the NSA, how he got his start in broadcasting, his journey from local tv to ESPN to Fox Sports, his new book 'Open Mike', which chronicles his journey both professionally & personally, and his latest chapter being on a reality tv series.

Fox Sports host Mike Hill

January 14, 2021 13:05 - 33 minutes - 31.2 MB

In this episode, Mike & Nick are joined by Fox Sports & Fox Soul's Mike Hill. Mike talks about his life story, how he served in the Air Force & worked for the NSA, how he got his start in broadcasting, his journey from local tv to ESPN to Fox Sports, his new book 'Open Mike', which chronicles his journey both professionally & personally, and his latest chapter being on a reality tv series.

Mike Hill, Fox Sports host

January 14, 2021 13:05 - 33 minutes - 31.2 MB

In this episode, Mike & Nick are joined by Fox Sports host Mike Hill. Mike talks about his life story, how he served in the Air Force & worked for the NSA, how he got his start in broadcasting, his journey from local tv to ESPN to Fox Sports, his new book 'Open Mike', which chronicles his journey both professionally & personally, and his latest chapter being on a reality tv series.

Mike Hill, Fox Sports host & author of 'Open Mike'

January 14, 2021 13:05 - 33 minutes - 31.2 MB

Mike & Nick are joined by Fox Sports host & BNC anchor Mike Hill. Mike talks about his life story, how he served in the Air Force & worked for the NSA, how he got his start in broadcasting, his journey from local tv to ESPN to Fox Sports, his new book 'Open Mike', which chronicles his journey both professionally & personally, and his latest chapter being on a reality tv series.

Mike Hill, Fox Sports & BNC morning show host

January 14, 2021 13:05 - 33 minutes - 31.2 MB

Mike & Nick are joined by Fox Sports & BNC morning show host Mike Hill. Mike talks about his life story, how he served in the Air Force & worked for the NSA, how he got his start in broadcasting, his journey from local tv to ESPN to Fox Sports, his new book 'Open Mike', which chronicles his journey both professionally & personally, and his latest chapter being on a reality tv series. For bonus content from this episode & more like merchandise from our show, patron shout-outs & more, check o...

How successful people get Ish done!

January 07, 2021 14:08 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MB

Mike & Nick welcome author Ish Verduzco to the show, who recently released his new book 'How Successful People Get Ish Done - A 7-Step Framework To Achieve Your Goals'. Ish talks about the influences he had in his upbringing, the hours & hours of research he did on successful people from all walks of life for the book, and what advice he would give to people that want to achieve more in their lives. Also, Mike & Nick discuss the events that unfolded in our nation's capital on January 6th. ...

The 2020 recap show

December 28, 2020 12:27 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MB

In this episode, Mike & Nick look back at the topics & guests interviewed in 2020. For bonus content from this episode & more like merchandise from our show, patron shout-outs & more, check out our Patreon page and become a subscriber! - https://www.patreon.com/user?u=52915535&fan_landing=true Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Michael. Eric. Dyson.

December 18, 2020 05:18 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MB

Taped Dec. 15th 2020 - In this episode, Mike & Nick talk with NY Times best-selling author & Vanderbilt University professor, Dr. Michael Eric Dyson. The guys discuss with Dr. Dyson his latest book, 'Long Time Coming: Reckoning with Race in America', along with topics ranging from police reform, to social stands in sports, & more.

Dr. Michael Eric Dyson

December 18, 2020 05:18 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MB

Taped Dec. 15th 2020 - In this episode, Mike & Nick talk with NY Times best-selling author & Vanderbilt University professor Dr. Michael Eric Dyson. The guys discuss with Dr. Dyson his latest book, 'Long Time Coming: Reckoning with Race in America', along with topics ranging from police reform, to social stands in sports, & more.

Professor Michael Eric Dyson

December 18, 2020 05:18 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MB

Mike & Nick are joined by legendary NY Times best-selling author & Vanderbilt University professor, Dr. Michael Eric Dyson. The guys discuss Dr. Dyson latest book, 'Long Time Coming: Reckoning with Race in America', his journey & progression as a writer, what needs to change with policing in America, and the recent social stands professional athletes have taken across the sports world. For bonus content from this episode & more like merchandise from our show, patron shout-outs & more, check...

...said the narrator

December 16, 2020 03:03 - 23 minutes - 22 MB

Mike & Nick talk with playwright, author, and award-winning narrator Erin Mallon. Erin has narrated over 500 books (available on Audible.com), and has written several plays & novels. Learn how she got her start in the industry, to her influences in the world of theatre & narration, and what advice she would give to aspiring writers & narrators. For bonus content from this episode & more like merchandise from our show, patron shout-outs & more, check out our Patreon page and become a subscri...

"...said the narrator

December 16, 2020 03:03 - 22 minutes - 21 MB

Taped Dec 14th 2020 - In this episode, Mike & Nick talk with playwright, author, and narrator Erin Mallon. Erin has narrated over 500 books (available on Audible.com), and has written several plays & novels. Learn how she got her start in the industry, to her influences in the world of theatre & narration, and what advice she would give to aspiring writers & narrators.

"...said the Narrator.

December 16, 2020 03:03 - 22 minutes - 21 MB

Taped Dec 14th 2020 - In this episode, Mike & Nick talk with playwright, author, and narrator Erin Mallon. From how Erin got her start in the industry, to her influences in the world of theatre & narration, her recent book 'Flirtasaurus', and what advice she would give to aspiring writers & narrators. Erin has narrated over 500 books (available on Audible.com), and has written several plays & novels.

Voice-narrating 101 w/ Erin Mallon

December 16, 2020 03:03 - 23 minutes - 22 MB

Mike & Nick talk with playwright, author, and award-winning narrator Erin Mallon. Erin has narrated over 500 books (available on Audible.com), and has written several plays & novels. Learn how she got her start in the industry, to her influences in the world of theatre & narration, and what advice she would give to aspiring writers & narrators. For bonus content from this episode & more like merchandise from our show, patron shout-outs & more, check out our Patreon page and become a subscri...

So you think you can narrate??

December 16, 2020 03:03 - 23 minutes - 22 MB

Mike & Nick talk with playwright, author, and award-winning narrator Erin Mallon. Erin has narrated over 500 books (available on Audible.com), and has written several plays & novels. Learn how she got her start in the industry, to her influences in the world of theatre & narration, and what advice she would give to aspiring writers & narrators. For bonus content from this episode & more like merchandise from our show, patron shout-outs & more, check out our Patreon page and become a subscri...

Reporting live from Capitol Hill...

December 14, 2020 12:40 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MB

In this episode, Mike & Nick chat with Politico reporter Sabrina Rodriguez on today's female journalist. From how Sabrina got her start, her influences growing up, what made her want to become a writer/reporter, the stories she has covered in D.C., and what advice she would give to aspiring journalists.

Today's female journalist

December 14, 2020 12:40 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MB

Mike & Nick chat with Politico reporter Sabrina Rodriguez on today's female journalist. From how Sabrina got her start, her influences growing up, what made her want to become a writer/reporter, the stories she has covered in D.C., and what advice she would give to aspiring journalists. For bonus content from this episode & more like merchandise from our show, patron shout-outs & more, check out our Patreon page and become a subscriber! - https://www.patreon.com/user?u=52915535&fan_landing=...

"Reporting live from Capitol Hill...."

December 14, 2020 12:40 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MB

Taped Dec 11th 2020 - In this episode, Mike & Nick chat with Politico reporter Sabrina Rodriguez on today's female journalist. From how Sabrina got her start, her influences growing up, what made her want to become a writer/reporter, the stories she has covered in D.C., and what advice she would give to aspiring journalists.

'Today's female journalist' w/ Sabrina Rodriguez

December 14, 2020 12:40 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MB

Mike & Nick chat with Politico reporter Sabrina Rodriguez on today's female journalist. From how Sabrina got her start, her influences growing up, what made her want to become a writer/reporter, the stories she has covered in D.C., and what advice she would give to aspiring journalists. For bonus content from this episode & more like merchandise from our show, patron shout-outs & more, check out our Patreon page and become a subscriber! - https://www.patreon.com/user?u=52915535 Email us at...

"Reporting live from Capitol Hill..."

December 14, 2020 12:40 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MB

Mike & Nick chat with Politico reporter Sabrina Rodriguez on today's female journalist. From how Sabrina got her start, her influences growing up, what made her want to become a writer/reporter, the stories she has covered in D.C., and what advice she would give to aspiring journalists.

Jason Hehir, Director of ESPN & Netflix's 'The Last Dance'

December 10, 2020 14:31 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MB

Mike & Nick explore the world of filmmaking with Emmy award-winning director & producer Jason Hehir. Jason has directed & produced of some of the biggest sports documentaries, from ESPN/Netflix's 'The Last Dance', HBO's 'Andre the Giant', and ESPN's 30 for 30 'The Fab Five'. Jason tells us about his upbringing, how he got into producing & directing, his favorite stories he has worked on, and what it is like to tell the story of some big names in sports, entertainment, and politics like Micha...

Lights, camera, action! w/Jason Hehir

December 10, 2020 14:31 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MB

Taped Dec. 9th 2020 - In this episode, Mike & Nick explore the world of filmmaking. Joining them is Emmy award-winning director & producer Jason Hehir, who has directed & produced of some of the biggest sports documentaries, such as ESPN/Netflix's 'The Last Dance', HBO's 'Andre the Giant', and ESPN's 30 for 30 'The Fab Five'. Jason tells us about his upbringing, how he got into producing & directing, his favorite stories he has worked on, and what it is like to tell the story of some big nam...

Emmy award-winning Director Jason Hehir

December 10, 2020 14:31 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MB

Taped Dec. 9th 2020 - In this episode, Mike & Nick explore the world of filmmaking. Joining them is Emmy award-winning director & producer Jason Hehir, who has directed & produced of some of the biggest sports documentaries, such as ESPN/Netflix's 'The Last Dance', HBO's 'Andre the Giant', and ESPN's 30 for 30 'The Fab Five'. Jason tells us about his upbringing, how he got into producing & directing, his favorite stories he has worked on, and what it is like to tell the story of some big nam...

"Lights, camera, action!" w/Jason Hehir

December 10, 2020 14:31 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MB

Taped Dec. 9th 2020 - In this episode, Mike & Nick explore the world of filmmaking. Joining them is Emmy award-winning director & producer Jason Hehir, who has directed and produced of some of the biggest sports documentaries, such as ESPN/Netflix's 'The Last Dance', HBO's 'Andre the Giant', and ESPN's 30 for 30 'The Fab Five'. Jason tells us about his upbringing, how he got into producing & directing, his favorite stories he has worked on, and what it is like to tell the story of some big ...

Director Jason Hehir of 'The Last Dance'

December 10, 2020 14:31 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MB

In this episode, Mike & Nick explore the world of filmmaking. Joining them is Emmy award-winning director & producer Jason Hehir, who has directed & produced of some of the biggest sports documentaries, such as ESPN/Netflix's 'The Last Dance', HBO's 'Andre the Giant', and ESPN's 30 for 30 'The Fab Five'. Jason tells us about his upbringing, how he got into producing & directing, his favorite stories he has worked on, and what it is like to tell the story of some big names in sports, entertai...

Jason Hehir, Director of 'The Last Dance'

December 10, 2020 14:31 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MB

Mike & Nick explore the world of filmmaking with Emmy award-winning director & producer Jason Hehir. Jason has directed & produced of some of the biggest sports documentaries, from ESPN/Netflix's 'The Last Dance', HBO's 'Andre the Giant', and ESPN's 30 for 30 'The Fab Five'. Jason tells us about his upbringing, how he got into producing & directing, his favorite stories he has worked on, and what it is like to tell the story of some big names in sports, entertainment, and politics like Micha...

About the show

December 05, 2020 00:48 - 1 minute - 1.41 MB

Each week, hosts Mike Leon & Nick Zaveri discuss the latest news happening, with guests ranging from journalists & correspondents, to former/current government officials, best-selling authors, legal experts & more, joining them to help break it all down. Become a Patreon member today - https://www.patreon.com/user?u=52915535&fan_landing=true Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Reggie Love, former aide to President Obama

December 04, 2020 05:16 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MB

Mike & Nick talk with former two-sport athlete at Duke University & former aide to President Obama, Reggie Love. Reggie talks about his upbringing, the role sports played in his life, the lessons learned under Coach K & President Obama that Reggie turned into a book (called Power Forward: My Presidential Education), to what makes Reggie hopeful for the future of our country. For bonus content from this episode & more like merchandise from our show, patron shout-outs & more, check out our Pa...

"That's the sound of the policeeee"

November 25, 2020 13:28 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MB

Mike & Nick sit down with Officer Benson, an African-American police officer in the Maryland/DC area, to discuss policing in America. From Officer Benson's personal story, what "defund the police" means to an officer, and what changes need to be made to policing to get us back to "protecting & serving." For bonus content from this episode & more like merchandise from our show, patron shout-outs & more, check out our Patreon page and become a subscriber! - https://www.patreon.com/user?u=5291...

Policing in America

November 25, 2020 13:28 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MB

Taped Nov. 24th 2020 - In this episode, Mike & Nick discuss the police. Joined by Officer Benson, an African-American police officer in the Maryland/DC area, the guys discuss his personal story, the role of police, what "defund the police" slogan means to an officer, and where policing can go from here.