Guys With Mics
175 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratingsLawyers with microphones...what could go wrong?
Listen each week as Scott and John discuss various current events in the legal world, the sports world and the tech world. They tackle topics from their unique perspective as both practicing attorneys observing the world they live in and as fans/enthusiasts.
If you're interested in sports, law or technology this podcast is for you.
We will probably tweak the format from from time to time as well. We are both music lovers and history buffs too. So you can expect those topics to be part of the mix as well.
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Episodes
246-All Good Things
January 19, 2021 09:00 - 28 minutes - 38.8 MBAs the saying goes, all good things come to an end. Circumstances in John's life led him to realize it was time for this podcast to end. Things in Scott'sl life are changing too.We discuss that and say thanks!
245-End of Year 202 Music
January 14, 2021 09:00 - 19 minutes - 26.5 MBWe discuss what we think is the biggest music story of the year, with a couple of honorable mentions!
244-End of Year 2020 Technology
January 12, 2021 09:00 - 22 minutes - 31.3 MBWe discuss what we think is the biggest sports story of the year, namely that we had sports at all!
243-End of Year 2020 Law
December 29, 2020 09:00 - 17 minutes - 24.1 MBWe discuss what we think is the biggest law story of the year, Pres. Trump's election lawsuits. And we do not agree! Imagine that! Also the President hade three Supreme Court justices confirmed.
242-End of Year 2020 Sports
December 22, 2020 11:35 - 19 minutes - 26.8 MBWe discuss what we think is the biggest sports story of the year, namely that we had sports at all!
241-Tequila!
December 15, 2020 09:00 - 28 minutes - 39.1 MBThis week we discuss a new music app that lets you travel through time, so to speak. Also, AirBnB’s impressive debut on the stock market and the tequila train rides again!
240-In Honor Of
December 08, 2020 15:44 - 26 minutes - 36.5 MBWe start law week by looking back at our Detroit Lions prediction. We also talk about another local sports figure. Then, a well-respected judge has passed, and an Ohio attorney gets disbarred (it was well-deserved too).
239 Pigskin Prognostication
December 01, 2020 09:00 - 30 minutes - 41.9 MBAfter some brief Black Friday observations, we turn to football, pro and college, including an incorrect prediction that Lions coach Matt Patricia will remain employed until the end of the season.
238-One Out of Three Ain't Bad
November 24, 2020 09:00 - 32 minutes - 44.4 MBOur latest installment of what we sometimes call one out of three ain’t bad. This week – 80s music!
237-Apple Bets its ARM
November 17, 2020 09:00 - 28 minutes - 38.6 MBApple guts its PC's; our thoughts about the appearance of a COVID vaccine candidate and a few election-related comments make up this week's episode.
236-The Art of the Insult
November 10, 2020 09:00 - 24 minutes - 33.6 MBIn the law this week, potential election lawsuits, Western Michigan University says adios to Cooley Law School and the art of the insult.
235-Statistics and Analytics
November 03, 2020 09:00 - 31 minutes - 43.9 MBAfter a brief discussion about what may (or may not) happen on election night, Scott talks about Tampa Bay’s Word Series loss while John geeks out on baseball stats.
234-Our Two Cents
October 29, 2020 13:32 - 11 minutes - 15.4 MBFor those who are interested, our last thoughts on the race for the White House before the 2020 election.
233-Might as Well Jump
October 27, 2020 08:00 - 26 minutes - 36.8 MBThis month we talk about Eddie Van Halen and the group Van Halen. John grew up with their music, Scott mostly discovered it prepping for this episode. Hear our thoughts!
232-Trial by Zoom
October 20, 2020 08:00 - 29 minutes - 40.1 MBWe’re both under deadlines this week but we still find time to talk tech (the new Apple phones); John’s experience with his first Zoom trial and big tech restricting their user’s ability to share the news.
231-Governor Gone Too Far
October 13, 2020 12:59 - 25 minutes - 26.7 MBAfter a brief tribute and discussion about the recent passing of Eddie Van Halen we’re back to the law; specifically, the Michigan Supreme Court’s decision about the governor’s executive orders.
230-Know The Difference!
October 06, 2020 08:00 - 28 minutes - 38.9 MBThe first championship in the COVID era has been won – the Stanley Cup goes to the Tampa Bay Lightning. How are other sports doing? Also, competitive cooking and grilling versus barbequing.
Links for Episode 229
October 01, 2020 15:25YouTube playlist of songs and music used in American political campaigns of the past. Click Here Articles about songs and music used in American political campaigns of the past. https://wordpress.clarku.edu/musc210-mip/american-campaign-songs/history/ https://www.nationalgeographic.com/news/2016/02/160301-super-tuesday-presidential-campaign-song-history/ https://www.loc.gov/collections/songs-of-america/articles-and-essays/historical-topics/songs-of-politics-and-political-campaigns/
229-George Washington's Theme Song?
September 29, 2020 08:00 - 26 minutes - 36.4 MBWe’ve got five weeks this month! We use the extra week to talk about music in political campaigns! American politicians have been using music in some way, shape or form for quite a long time!
228-You Want Heavy?
September 22, 2020 08:00 - 31 minutes - 43.3 MBIt’s music week and this time we go heavy with the Mighty Metallica and their new release – S & M 2! We also talk about vinyl LP sales outpacing CD sales for the first time in a long time. Listen and enjoy!
227-Nineteen Years On
September 15, 2020 08:00 - 32 minutes - 44.4 MBWe talk about technology and how it has evolved since 9/11. We also talk about our memories of that day and two relatively unsung American heroes. Also, a quick legal discussion about the governor’s orders.
226: To Plan or Not to Plan?
September 08, 2020 08:00 - 50 minutes - 69.8 MBBuckle up, it’s a long one this week! John spoke with Brighton attorney Chris Berry about Medicare planning. Then Scott and John discuss what they heard and learned!
225: To Play or Not to Play?
September 01, 2020 08:00 - 31 minutes - 44 MBSports and politics mix again. To play or not to play was the question last week. Also, a strange news story about a likely non-event perplexes John – why is it considered news?
224-43 Years On
August 25, 2020 08:00 - 31 minutes - 42.8 MBMusic week marks the return of the king! No, not the Lord of the Rings king, we’re talking Elvis Presley. This time our favorite Elvis albums. Before we do that, we recognize a Florida attorney with a bad case of the munchies.
223-Netscape Navigator, Where Have You Gone?
August 18, 2020 08:00 - 29 minutes - 41.3 MBA look back at the history of Internet browsers…how did we get here? Before that, a naked man and his laptop have a bad day, we ponder life in Germany and talk about a gold beater. Yes, that is a real thing!
222-The Big Bang in Beirut
August 11, 2020 08:00 - 33 minutes - 45.9 MBIn the law we talk about potential liability for the big bang in Beirut; the Jetsons’ hit the highway and will COVID change the bar exam?
221-Baseball Have we Hardly Known You This Year?
August 04, 2020 08:00 - 28 minutes - 38.7 MBProfessional sports have re-started in America. Will baseball finish its season? Many colleges are going with conference-only schedules. We discuss. And, how some Florida schools are tackling the re-opening question.
Links to Music Discussed in Episode 220
July 28, 2020 08:05Zombie Nation: "Kernkraft 400" This song is played during college football games in recent years. It is from a German techno music band and otherwise wouldn't get much airplay. The part starting at about 42 seconds revs up the crowd. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trS2nrkN0_k Here is the story of the song and how it became popular at sports stadiums. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3g5SILITjWg The White Stripes: "Seven Nation Army" This song has become the unofficial theme...
220-Music and Sport
July 28, 2020 08:00 - 27 minutes - 37.9 MBMusic is now part of the sporting culture in the US. We discuss three well-known songs you might hear at an event, assuming you can go to a game! Or want to go! And a bit of how music at a game has changed.
219-Pi Holes
July 21, 2020 08:00 - 31 minutes - 44 MBIn technology we talk about the good and bad of texting and have a little Raspberry Pi to boot! Plus, what time does the sun set where we live?
218-Whose Land Is It Anyway?
July 14, 2020 08:00 - 31 minutes - 43.3 MBLaw week features another Florida man story, a quick follow-up to sports week and a look at an interesting new US Supreme Court decision.
217-Why Bother?
July 07, 2020 08:00 - 31 minutes - 43.2 MBBack to sports; will there be baseball? With a 60-game season will anyone care? What about other sports? Will they start? A lot depends on COVID.
216-American Trifecta
June 30, 2020 08:00 - 32 minutes - 44.6 MBThis week we hit what you could call the American Trifecta. We talk about Memorial Day, D-Day and the 4th of July. All in one episode! Start your holiday week early with us!
215-Does Anyboy Here Remember Vera Lynn?
June 22, 2020 23:37 - 26 minutes - 36.9 MBTech week finds us looking at something old trying to be new again. But we begin with a music follow up about a World War 2 staple of the BBC and a look at how using technology can get you into a lot of trouble!
214-Thou Dost Protest Too Much?
June 16, 2020 08:00 - 36 minutes - 50.7 MBWe mix up our weeks and talk about music instead of technology this week! On the agenda…six protest songs!
213-Law Week
June 09, 2020 08:00 - 28 minutes - 39.8 MBWe discuss the murder of George Floyd and the resulting riots, property destruction and what can be done? One answer we offer: get rid of qualified immunity. Also, the Michigan Legislature v. Governor case.
212-Sports Week
June 02, 2020 08:00 - 25 minutes - 35.6 MBAfter yet another Florida man story, we talk baseball and hockey. The NHL has announced its intent to hold its playoffs. But baseball players and owners are having trouble dividing up the billion or so dollars at stake.
211-The Way Back Machine-Time for the Classics
May 26, 2020 08:00 - 35 minutes - 48.5 MBOnce again, it’s music week. This time we step into our version of a way back machine to discuss a few classics! Listen, learn and, hopefully, find a new appreciation for music that’s been around for quite some time! Links to the music online: Mozart Symphony 41 Mozart - Clarinet Quintet in A major, K 581 Beethoven's 5th Liszt - Liebestraum No. 3 (Love Dream)
210-Legislature v Governor (Part 3)
May 23, 2020 19:11 - 17 minutes - 23.5 MBOur take on the Court of Claims decision in the Legislature/Governor lawsuit about the governor’s emergency powers.
209-Governor v Legislature (Part 2)
May 19, 2020 08:00 - 37 minutes - 51.1 MBA new toy is about to hit the market (spoiler alert: we’re both interested!); then we talk about courts using the Zoom app and discuss the legal argument in the case of Michigan legislature and the Michigan governor.
209-Legislature v Governor (Part 2)
May 19, 2020 08:00 - 37 minutes - 51.1 MBA new toy is about to hit the market (spoiler alert: we’re both interested!); then we talk about courts using the Zoom app and discuss the legal argument in the case of Michigan legislature and the Michigan governor.
208-Legislature v Governor
May 12, 2020 08:00 - 34 minutes - 48 MBWe recorded on VE day so that starts the discussion, then a quick look at the newly released NFL schedule. And, finally, the Michigan legislature has sued the Michigan governor. We discuss.
208-Governor v Legislature
May 12, 2020 08:00 - 34 minutes - 48 MBWe recorded on VE day so that starts the discussion, then a quick look at the newly released NFL schedule. And, finally, the Michigan legislature has sued the Michigan governor. We discuss.
207-Back to Sports (Sort of)
May 05, 2020 08:00 - 28 minutes - 39.8 MBThe NFL Draft actually happened – virtually but it did happen. Plus, where do things stand? Will sports resume this year? Seems like baseball needs to start soon doesn’t it? How much overlap does baseball want with football?
206-Quarantine Music, Part 2
April 30, 2020 08:00 - 27 minutes - 38.5 MBPart 2 of 2; talking about albums we can’t live without!Part 2 of 2; talking about albums we can’t live without!
Quarantine Music Links
April 28, 2020 08:30Bruce Springsteen (J&S) Born to Run The Rolling Stones (J) Let It Bleed U2 (J) The Joshua Tree The Who (J) Who’s Next Yes (J) 90125 Pink Floyd (J) Dark Side of the Moon .38 Special (J) Live from Texas Elvis (J&S) TV Special soundtrack Metallica (J) Live at Slane Castle 2019 J. Geils Band (J) Showtime Van Morrison (S) Moondance Verdi (S) La Traviata (Beverly Sills/Nicolai Gedda) Miles Davis (S) Kind of Blue John Coltrane and Johnny Hartman (S) John Coltrane and Joh...
205-Quarantine Music, Part 1
April 28, 2020 08:00 - 27 minutes - 38.6 MBWe’re still stuck at home. And what’s one thing people do at home (besides eat too much?) They probably listen to music. In this part 1 of 2 we talk about albums we can’t live without!
204-Tech Week
April 21, 2020 08:00 - 35 minutes - 48.9 MBApple releases a new phone. And it doesn’t cost $ 1,000! Also, the coronavirus certainly has affected the tech world.