Mike on Much Podcast
318 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 45 ratingsHosted by Mike Veerman, a seasoned writer, director, and producer, the "Mike On Much" podcast features tales of camaraderie and conversations with creative figures from the world of music, film and television. The series is co-produced by Max Kerman, lead singer of the Hamilton-based, six-time JUNO Award-winning group Arkells, and also features a dessert segment with pop culture aficionado Shane Cunningham from This Family Tree Podcast.
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Episodes
“Is Max Canada’s Uncle?”
January 13, 2022 23:32 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MBMike, Max, and Shane discuss the passing of Bob Saget, the Wordle craze, old pictures of their fathers and how they stack up at similar ages. Finally, they ponder if they would prefer the story of their lives be told in a sitcom or a gritty drama. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"This Is The Last Time I Get To Party - Leave Me Alone"
January 06, 2022 01:16 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBMike, Max, and Shane discuss Christmas presents, New Years Eve events, and Shane's acting skills. They also share recommendations on what they've been watching lately. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“Don’t Put That Burden On Me”
December 29, 2021 00:07 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MBMike, Max, and Shane discuss receiving Covid booster shots, being recognized by pod listeners, gift giving over the holidays and Shane shares details from the comedy pilot they’ve been working on. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Hit Me On My Two-Way!"
December 21, 2021 22:26 - 52 minutes - 47.7 MBMike, Max, and Shane recap Arkells spectacular Grey Cup Halftime Show and the meticulous planning that went into delivering an all-timer with The Lumineers and K.Flay. They also discuss a controversial New Yorker profile of “Succession” star Jeremy Strong. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“Is It Just Me, Or Are The Beatles Not Funny People?”
December 09, 2021 03:37 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBMike, Max, and Shane talk about The Lumineers joining Arkells for the Grey Cup Halftime Show and the making of the announcement video featuring the incomparable Jay Onrait. They also go deep sharing their thoughts on the new Beatles documentary “Get Back” and navigate a contentious dessert featuring a surprise appearance from a person claiming to be the infamous “Ron Kells." Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"The Most Frugal People Are The Cheapest"
December 03, 2021 19:06 - 52 minutes - 48.6 MBMike, Max, and Shane discuss the exciting new sketch comedy pilot they’ve been working on, contentious family gatherings during the holidays, and the renaming of Staples Centre to Crypto.Com Arena. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“Toxically Positive”
November 25, 2021 02:40 - 52 minutes - 48.1 MBMike, Max, and Shane talk about Arkells headlining the Grey Cup Halftime Show and how the announcement promo came together in record time. They also discuss “Red (Taylor’s Version)” and Taylor Swift’s commitment to re-recording her entire back catalog. Lastly, the guys ponder which decade they believe they’d personally be most successful in. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"He’s Got The Launch Codes"
November 16, 2021 22:06 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBMike, Max, and Shane discuss the chopping of Shane’s locks, Max’s night out seeing “Bleachers” in Toronto, and Aaron Rodgers vaccine drama. For dessert, the guys ponder the name of the podcast. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“They Have A Lot Of Sneaky Downtime”
November 03, 2021 19:31 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MBMike, Max, and Shane discuss experiencing “Dune” in theatres and Timothee Chalamet’s strikingly similar hair profile to Max. Then they imagine a world where Max is Prime Minister as the attempt to fill Parliamentary cabinet roles with friends they believe could succeed. In the dessert, Shane explores the validity of audience scores on Rotten Tomatoes. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Reba McEntire (#148)
October 28, 2021 22:49 - 1 hour - 64.1 MBMike, Max, and Shane welcome feature guest Reba McEntire to the pod where they discuss her new album, “REVIVED REMIXED REVISITED”, working with Dolly Parton, going viral on TikTok, and her path through a storied career. The guys also discuss attending their first NBA game in over 500 days and Shane delights the gang with a surprise musical guest for dessert. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brent Hodge (#147)
October 21, 2021 19:04 - 1 hour - 64.6 MBMike, Max, and Shane welcome back documentary extraordinaire Brent Hodge ("I am Chris Farley", "Who Let The Dogs Out") to talk about his latest film “Pharma Bro”. They discuss Brent’s creative choices and go deep on the subject of the film, Martin Shkreli. They also dissect the much talked about New York Times piece “Who Is The Bad Art Friend.” Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“Surprise!”
October 13, 2021 16:11 - 1 hour - 62.7 MBMike, Max, and Shane recount the shock Mike felt at a surprise glamping weekend celebrating his birthday, Max’s trip to L.A. where he took in some live Alanis Morissette, the Facebook/Instagram shutdown, and some controversy involving the girlfriend of a former “Bachelor” plagiarizing internet posts and passing them off as her own. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“My Brain Can’t Stop Thinking Of Jokes”
October 02, 2021 14:08 - 55 minutes - 51.3 MBMike, Max, and Shane discuss a rare and memorable night out together in person, a restaurant in Hamilton makes the news with an abrasive public defiance to proof of vaccination dining, and Shane pitches song ideas to Max. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“The 2nd Best 6th Album in History”
September 28, 2021 05:15 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MBMike, Max and Shane go deep on Arkells new record, “Blink Once.” Max discusses song inspiration, the creative process, album launch, press, and his personal favourites when it comes to track listing. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“Chairman Of The Bored”
September 21, 2021 00:36 - 57 minutes - 52.7 MBMike, Max, and Shane remember the late Norm Macdonald, discuss their favourite bits, and why he’s regarded as one of the greats. Then, Max recaps a whirlwind weekend in New York City and attending the MTV VMAs. Lastly, the guys talk through their personal choices for a “Comedy Mount Rushmore.” Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“Which Backstreet Boy Did You Feel Represented You More?”
September 15, 2021 00:50 - 1 hour - 56 MBMike, Max, and Shane gather at Odds Bar in Hamilton to record in person for the first time in more than a year. They keep things loose as they enjoy some food, drinks, and discuss childhood memories of past back to school styles. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“How Often Is Your Life On The Line?”
September 01, 2021 15:33 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBMike and Max congratulate Shane on his fifth wedding anniversary which leads to an inside look at Shane’s writing process when it comes to notes of love. They discuss the recent “Jeopardy!” debacle involving Mike Richards and his abrupt exit as host, they also discuss a podcast exploring reports that the CIA had a hand in writing the international hit “Winds Of Change” to help end the Cold War. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“How Does Max Know 10 Scientists?”
August 20, 2021 14:26 - 47 minutes - 43.4 MBMike, Max, and Shane look back on Arkells spectacular 3 night stand at Bud Stage, Larry David’s delight at being uninvited from Barrack Obama’s 60th birthday party, and awkward social interactions with celebs. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"That Was Ba-roo-tal"
August 13, 2021 01:25 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MBMike, Max, and Shane discuss the lead up to Arkells three night stand at Budweiser Stage with Mike and Shane making personal requests for the set list. They also break down new Toronto Raptors guard Goran Dragic’s controversial comments, how pro athletes perceive Toronto, and Quentin Tarantino’s declaration that he’ll never buy his mother a house. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Trump Supporters and Unvaccinated People Love Me"
August 07, 2021 15:55 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBMike, Max, and Shane discuss Arkells fast approaching three night stand at Budweiser Stage and Max’s “get fit quick” plan. They also examine MLB etiquette, a lovable Blue Jays roster, and reports that Ibizan authorities will hire foreigners to infiltrate and expose non-vaxed beach parties in an attempt to combat the pandemic. Finally, a special guest joins for Shane’s surprise. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“Pissing Life Away”
August 02, 2021 03:33 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MBMike, Max, and Shane talk about Mike’s NBA Draft Party, Shane’s notable absence, their thoughts on the Raptors surprising selection, their favourite Olympians, Kyrie Irving publicity slamming his new signature shoe with Nike, and the habitual nature of looking at your phone when out with friends. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“Phase 3 Boys”
July 22, 2021 21:18 - 56 minutes - 52.2 MBMike, Max, and Shane get loose with a late-night pod recording where they discuss a wide variety of topics including past vacations, future vacations, ageing gracefully, the effect preparations for the Budweiser Stage shows is having on Max’s brain, hook-ups in Olympic Village, a slight wobble in the moon’s rotation threatening coastal cities, and the movie Zola. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“What’s Shania’s Best Song?”
July 17, 2021 19:27 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MBMike, Max, and Shane discuss a rare in-person hang at Max’s place in Toronto, the exciting announcement of Arkells’ multi-show extravaganza at Budweiser Stage in August, and the emotion surrounding the Euro 2020 Final. Lastly, Shane surprises the guys with a delightfully unexpected guest for a game show to determine who knows Shane best. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Felix Cartal (#146)
July 09, 2021 19:08 - 1 hour - 64.1 MBMike, Max, and Shane discuss the power professional athletes wield in modern sports as well as marijuana being prohibited by the World Anti-Doping Agency. Then, they welcome DJ and Producer Felix Cartal to talk about songwriting, his viral sensation "Banned From The Gucci Store", similarities between the punk and DJ scenes, and his new record, “Expensive Sounds For Nice People”. Finally, Shane continues his quest for a boys weekend away and runs into some trouble at the bank. See omnyst...
Matthew Wildcat (#145)
June 30, 2021 23:54 - 1 hour - 64.6 MBMike, Max, and Shane welcome feature guest Matthew Wildcat (Member of Ermineskin Cree Nation and Assistant Professor in Political Science and Native Studies at the University of Alberta) to discuss Indigenous education in Canada, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, the effectiveness of Land Acknowledgments, and more. Also, Max reports in from his current trip with the Canadian Men’s Basketball team in Victoria, B.C. and Shane brings in a surprise guest to pitch the guys on a po...
Zach Gray (#144)
June 24, 2021 20:39 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBMike, Max, and Shane contemplate the concept of lotteries and their own personal level of participation. Then, they welcome feature guest and lead singer of The Zolas, Zach Gray. They talk about The Zolas’ new album “Come Back To Life”, a magical night Zach & Max shared at SXSW, Minnesota hockey hair, and high school improv. Finally, Shane digs deeper on Max’s recent cottage excursion. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“Are There Any Famous Brents?”
June 20, 2021 14:57 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBMike, Max, and Shane discuss the challenges of online dialogue in comment sections, social media burnout, and cottage guest etiquette. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Afrim Pristine (#143)
June 14, 2021 22:50 - 1 hour - 64.4 MBMike, Max and Shane welcome Maître Fromager of Cheese Boutique, Afrim Pristine, to talk about his new Food Network show “Cheese: A Love Story,” the history of Toronto’s Cheese Boutique, and a professional assessment of what the guys favourite cheese’s say about them. They also discuss Arkells winning Group of the Year at the 2021 Juno Awards and a questionable new Puma shoe. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“I Don’t Know What To Say”
June 04, 2021 03:42 - 59 minutes - 54.7 MBMike, Max, and Shane discuss the horrific discovery of unmarked graves of 215 indigenous children on the grounds of a former Residential School in Kamloops, British Columbia. They also discuss Naomi Osaka’s decision to pull out of the French Open, an unfortunate outcome for Toronto Maple Leafs fans, and Bo Burnham’s sensational new comedy special. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“Not In My Town Buddy!”
May 29, 2021 00:27 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBMike, Max, and Shane welcome back good friend of the pod Matt Unsworth (The Heist Podcast) to talk about living vaccinated life in L.A., youthful memories of street scuffles & high school parties, and an international incident involving a plane heist and the arrest of a journalist. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Push The Agenda"
May 20, 2021 23:34 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBMike and Max are joined by member of Arkells, Hamilton restauranteur, and all around swell guy, Nick Dika, to discuss the highlights and challenges of co-owning a bar with Max. Order a spiked juice from Odds, put your feet up, and hit play. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kayla Grey (#142)
May 12, 2021 21:30 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBMike, Max, and Shane discuss Elon Musk on SNL, amateur sleuthing, and a challenging stint of volunteer work for Max. Then, they welcome feature guest Kayla Grey, the Host and Co-Executive Producer of TSN’s new show “The Shift” to talk about her journey through broadcasting, the perils of social media, and executing her vision for the “The Shift” premiering Thursday on all TSN platforms. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Amanda Ripley (#141)
May 07, 2021 02:03 - 1 hour - 72.8 MBMike, Max and Shane discuss the recent split of Bill and Melinda Gates & their unusual marriage arrangement. Then they welcome feature guest and author Amanda Ripley to discuss her book “High Conflict: Why We Get Trapped and How We Get Out” (31:00). And finally, Shane delivers a surprise guest to hash out a past betrayal. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Weird Question, But Do You Guys Like Being Adults?
April 30, 2021 01:15 - 52 minutes - 48.3 MBMike, Max, and Shane discuss the burden of life’s responsibilities, the hits and misses of the 2021 Academy Awards, and they take a look back at unfortunate personal fashion choices. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“If He’s So F*ckin Funny, Why Isn’t He on the Podcast?”
April 23, 2021 20:55 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBMike, Max, and Shane are joined by fellow Champagne Boy Sean Dawson to talk Real Estate insanity, the state of footy, his insight on living with all three members of the pod, and the unpopular Team Canada Olympic Jackets. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Batiste (#140)
April 15, 2021 03:35 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBMike, Max, and Shane discuss the power of Max’s voice on Twitter, their thoughts on writing personal memoirs, and friction involving a throwback photo featuring Remi Malek and Rachel Bilson. Then, feature guest Jon Batiste joins the pod to talk about his new album “We Are,” work ethic, advice from Will Smith, and an Oscar nomination for his work on the soundtrack to “Soul." Produced in association with Much Studios.
Jon Batiste (#140)
April 15, 2021 03:35 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBMike, Max, and Shane discuss the power of Max’s voice on Twitter, their thoughts on writing personal memoirs, and friction involving a throwback photo featuring Rami Malek and Rachel Bilson. Then, feature guest Jon Batiste joins the pod to talk about his new album “We Are,” work ethic, advice from Will Smith, and an Oscar nomination for his work on the soundtrack to “Soul." Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
YCGI
April 09, 2021 18:46 - 1 hour - 70.6 MBWelcome to the “You Can Get It (ft. K.Flay)” deep dive extravaganza! We go behind the scenes of the music video with Juno nominated director Mark Myers, then we welcome Grammy nominated artist K.Flay back to the pod for an inside look at the song’s evolution with Max. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“I Was Looking Up The Definition For ‘Viral’”
April 02, 2021 01:04 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBShane returns from vacation to discuss his recent Tik Tok success. Then, Mike, Max, and Shane talk about the Cinnamon Toast Crunch scandal, the Suez Canal, and the return of the Cycling Vigilante. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Ricky Henderson"
March 25, 2021 03:05 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MBMike, Max, and Erika (sitting in for Shane this week) discuss Max’s issues with recording equipment, a member of the pod squad receiving a Covid vaccine, and a fascinating piece from theconversation.com: “Blind in the Mind: Why Some People Can’t See Pictures In Their Imagination” Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“Being Balanced Through Being Unbalanced”
March 17, 2021 18:54 - 50 minutes - 46.7 MBMike, Max, and Shane recap the 2021 Grammy Awards. They also discuss great collaborative duos, the idea of getting in shape for a movie role, and how to pull off a birthday celebration during the pandemic. Produces in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“It’s Not For Me, AND I Dismiss It!”
March 11, 2021 05:08 - 1 hour - 60.7 MBMike, Max, and Shane discuss the remarkable Meghan Markle & Prince Harry interview with Oprah, the recent surge of NFTs, and a shocking Shane Surprise. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"Brain Fog"
March 03, 2021 21:19 - 53 minutes - 48.8 MBMike, Max, and Shane share their thoughts on the 2021 Golden Globes, then they discuss Lady Gaga and a bizarre case of dognapping and assault. Finally they talk about the long term effects of the Pandemic on our ability to recall simple things and our perception of time. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"I Hop On Every Trend"
February 26, 2021 03:24 - 58 minutes - 53.4 MBMike, Max, and Shane discuss the new podcast “Renegades: Born in the USA” featuring Barack Obama & Bruce Springsteen, Tik Tok trends, and the engagement of Shailene Woodley & Aaron Rodgers. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Catherine Reitman (#139)
February 17, 2021 02:11 - 1 hour - 71 MBMike, Max, and Shane discuss Bruce Springsteen’s run in with police, Tom Brady’s staggering super bowl celebration, and a magical night out with the pod squad pre-pandemic. Then, they welcome back friend of the pod and feature guest Catherine Reitman to talk about season 5 of “Workin’ Moms”, the creative process, and the potential for rampant post pandemic promiscuity. Finally, in Shane’s Surprise, there’s an update on his internet troll. Season 5 of Workin' Moms airs Tuesdays at 9pm on CBC ...
"Their Spot Spun Me Out, Man"
February 10, 2021 04:28 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBMike, Max, and Shane discuss all things Super Bowl, including half time performance, best commercials and the legend of Tom Brady. Then “Shane’s Surprise” lives up to its name when Shane reveals an unexpected guest. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“His Pillow Talk Was Supreme”
February 05, 2021 02:59 - 1 hour - 70.8 MBMike, Max, and Shane discuss court-side drama featuring LeBron James and then they break down the new HBO/Crave documentaries “Tiger” and “The Bee Gees: How Can You Mend a Broken Heart” Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Christopher Beha (#138)
February 01, 2021 22:11 - 1 hour - 80 MBMike, Max, and Shane discuss recent chaos in the stock market as they attempt to understand what went down. Then, they welcome feature guest and the author of “The Index of Self-Destructive Acts,” Christopher Beha, for a conversation about his process, influences, and why he decided to leave Twitter. Lastly, Shane’s Surprise involves a hair salon changing its designation to a Film Studio in order to stay open during lockdown. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/lis...
"Hot Joe Biden"
January 26, 2021 16:37 - 1 hour - 59.8 MBMike, Max, and Shane discuss the latest Weezer release, the United States Presidential Inauguration & star studded performances, the New Radicals reunion appearance, and other reunions they would like to see happen. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
“Nothing Surprises Me Anymore”
January 15, 2021 02:46 - 1 hour - 60.1 MBMike, Max, and Shane discuss the storming of the U.S. Capitol building and conspiracy theories in the age of misinformation. They also discuss the NBA, Kyrie Irving’s unexplained absence from the Brooklyn Nets, and react to the breaking news of the James Harden trade live on air. Produced in association with Much Studios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.