Mind of Micah
610 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★★ - 1.1K ratingsMicah Wiener brings his unique viewpoint, soothing voice, and controversial opinions to the masses. Enjoy.
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Read of the Week: A Reporter’s Guide to Texting With Rudy Giuliani
December 11, 2019 12:05 - 22 minutes - 21.9 MBMicah is back to talk about Rudy Giuliani's texting habits. It's quite a story. Share this with a friend. Support our sponsors and save: stance.com/micah awaytravel.com/micah code: Micah Read it: http://nymag.com/intelligencer/2019/11/olivia-nuzzi-on-texting-with-rudy-giuliani-trumps-attorney.html
Micah Reviews "The Irishman"
December 03, 2019 12:05 - 19 minutes - 17.4 MBMicah is joined by Brad Kee to talk about "The Irishman." The new gangster movie from Martin Scorsese. Support our sponsor and save: leesa.com/micah
Beef of the Week: Thanksgiving Edition
December 02, 2019 11:31 - 24 minutes - 22 MBMicah talks about Thanksgiving food. There's a lot to talk about. He also baked a pie this year. It was a great success. He also gives tips on the best way to reheat leftovers and mashed potatoes. Make the pie: https://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/cranberry-lime-pie Support our sponsors and save: leesa.com/micah hawthorne.co code: BDC We're back later this week with more Mind of Micah
Read: Holiday Potluck Etiquette
November 27, 2019 11:05 - 22 minutes - 14.7 MBMicah talks about holiday potluck parties and the rules that govern them. Enjoy your Thanksgiving! Please support our sponsors and save: stance.com/micah leesa.com/micah Read it: https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/home/potluck-etiquette-all-you-need-to-know-before-you-plop-a-casserole-on-the-table/2019/11/25/c8a4659e-062e-11ea-8292-c46ee8cb3dce_story.html
Read of the Week: The Death of LaVar Ball's Big Baller League
November 21, 2019 12:05 - 17 minutes - 15.9 MBMicah is back with Brad Kee to talk about the short-lived life of the JBA. Support our sponsor and save: leesa.com/BDC Read it: https://nypost.com/2019/09/20/the-broken-dreams-and-promises-of-lavar-balls-failed-basketball-league/
Beef of the Week: Peter Luger Steakhouse
November 18, 2019 12:05 - 23 minutes - 15.2 MBAt long last, Micah is back to discuss Peter Luger Steakhouse. It's been three weeks since Pete Wells went scorched earth on the Brooklyn institution, and Micah is finally here to discuss his trip to the famed steakhouse. Support our sponsors and save: awaytravel.com/micah leesa.com/micah
Micah's Guide to Joshua Tree
November 14, 2019 18:47 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBMicah recaps his recent trip to Joshua Tree National Park, Palm Springs, and other Southern California destinations. Support our sponsors: awaytravel.com/micah leesa.com/micah Apologies for the delay, we'll be back with more content later this week. We want to hear from you. Call our hotline: 800.392.6344
The Death of Deadspin, Pt. 2
November 06, 2019 12:06 - 23 minutes - 15.3 MBDeadspin is dead. Micah talks about what it's like to be a part of an online community that suddenly dies. Support our sponsors and save: stance.com/micah leesa.com/micah
The Death of Deadspin, Pt. 1
November 05, 2019 12:09 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MBDeadspin is dead. Micah talks about the site's legacy, and his personal history as a reader. Plus, he talks about what its death means in the current media environment. In part two, Micah will talk about what it's like to be a part of an online community that suddenly dies. Support our sponsor and save: leesa.com/micah
The Micah Interview: Will deFries
October 29, 2019 11:06 - 16 minutes - 11 MBWill deFries joins Micah to talk about the Sunday Scaries podcast. We also talk about Kanye. You don't want to miss this one. Call the hotline: 800.392.6344
Travel Week: Micah's Guide to Houston, Texas
October 24, 2019 11:05 - 25 minutes - 21.6 MBIt's Travel Week on Mind of Micah, and today's episode is about Houston, Texas. Micah gives his picks for best things to do, see, eat, drink, and experience in one of the most diverse cities in America. Support the show and save on some new luggage: awaytravel.com/micah We're back later with more Mind of Micah. Tell a friend!
Travel Week: Micah's Guide to Portland
October 23, 2019 11:06 - 24 minutes - 20.8 MBIt's Travel Week on Mind of Micah, and today's episode is about Portland, OR. Micah talks about his most recent visit, his picks for best things to do, see, eat, drink, and experience in Portland. Support the show and save on some new luggage: awaytravel.com/micah We're back tomorrow with more Travel Week fun. Tell a friend!
Travel Week: Micah's Guide to Santa Fe, NM
October 22, 2019 11:05 - 31 minutes - 26.2 MBIt's Travel Week on Mind of Micah, and our first episode is about Santa Fe, NM. Micah talks about his most recent visit, his picks for best things to do, see, eat, drink, and experience in one of the most charming cities in America. Support the show and save on some new luggage: awaytravel.com/micah We're back later this week with more Travel Week fun. Tell a friend!
Read: Made in America Part 2: Dishes with roots in other lands tell a story of transformation
October 18, 2019 11:05 - 14 minutes - 13.2 MBMicah is joined by Brad Kee to talk about 2 uniquely American dishes that have roots in foreign lands: California Rolls and Gumbo. Check out last week's episode for part one. Read it: https://www.washingtonpost.com/graphics/2019/voraciously/what-are-american-foods/?wpisrc=nl_most&wpmm=1
Read: Made in America: How four dishes with roots in other lands tell a story of transformation
October 17, 2019 00:45 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MBMicah is joined by Brad Kee to talk about 2 uniquely American dishes that have roots in foreign lands: Spaghetti & Meatballs and Chile Con Queso. Come back for part two next week. Read it: https://www.washingtonpost.com/graphics/2019/voraciously/what-are-american-foods/?wpisrc=nl_most&wpmm=1
Read of the Week: The NBA's China Problem
October 09, 2019 11:09 - 33 minutes - 21.7 MBChina and the NBA are at a crossroads. Micah talks about the situation and what happens next. Read both pieces: WaPo: https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2019/10/07/nba-is-only-latest-chinese-government-hostage/?wpisrc=nl_rainbow&wpmm=1 Y!: https://sports.yahoo.com/in-nba-china-dustup-the-league-never-should-have-apologized-to-begin-with-175446344.html Support our sponsor and save on a leesa mattress: leesa.com/micah We're back with more later this week.
Micah's Weekend Guide to Austin
October 02, 2019 11:06 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBMicah's Mailbag returns. This time, Micah shares his favorite and least favorite places in Austin. Share this episode with a friend who's coming to visit. Support our sponsor and save big on a Leesa Mattress: leesa.com/micah
New Show: Micah's Etiquette Tips: Mini-Golf Edition
September 30, 2019 11:06 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBMicah has thoughts and tips on the unwritten rules behind min-golf. It gets heated. Support our sponsor: leesa.com/micah
Special Preview: Back Door Cover College Football Recap + NFL Week 4 Preview
September 29, 2019 15:20 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MBThis is a special preview of Micah's sports podcast, Back Door Cover. Micah is joined by his co-host Brad Kee to talk about Saturday's college football action. They also take a quick look at the best games from Week 4 in the NFL. Subscribe to Back Door Cover: iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/back-door-cover/id1150173141 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7sloCsuiogQHMTK47YO2Qm
Read of the Week: ‘It’s Always Sunny’ has dodged cancel culture, controversy — and Emmys
September 27, 2019 11:05 - 14 minutes - 12.4 MBMicah is back to talk about one of his favorite shows of all time, "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia." Support our sponsor: leesa.com/micah Read the piece here: https://www.washingtonpost.com/arts-entertainment/2019/09/26/its-record-seasons-its-always-sunny-philadelphia-has-dodged-cancel-culture-controversy-emmys/ And the Medium piece mentioned as well: https://medium.com/@ramshackleglam/the-real-its-always-sunny-in-philadelphia-origin-story-852a0b17e75f
Hate Read of the Week: The violent history behind the PSL
September 21, 2019 19:32 - 8 minutes - 7.48 MBIt's a new concept, Micah's Hate Read of the Week. Here's a story I don't care for, about a product I don't care for, Pumpkin Spice Lattes. read it: https://www.washingtonpost.com/history/2019/08/27/pumpkin-spice-wars-violent-history-behind-your-favorite-fall-starbucks-latte/?wpisrc=nl_rainbow&wpmm=1 Support our sponsor and save: leesa.com/micah
Read of the Week: Antonio Brown’s History
September 17, 2019 11:05 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBMicah is back to talk about Antonio Brown and the new findings against him. Read it: https://www.si.com/nfl/2019/09/16/antonio-brown-new-england-patriots-lawsuits-accusations-sexual-midconduct-assault Support Micah and save on a damn fine mattress: leesa.com/micah
Jerzday: The Situation is Free
September 13, 2019 03:41 - 13 minutes - 8.89 MBAfter months in federal prison, The Situation is free. Micah returns to talk about Mike's return to society as well as this week's episode. Support our sponsors: leesa.com/micah mybookie.ag code: BDC Thanks for you patience this week. We're back with more Mind of Micah soon.
Show Premiere: Doctor Talk w/ Dr. Lupe
September 07, 2019 16:38 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBDoctor Talk is finally here. Dr. Courtney Wiener, M.D. joins Micah to answer your medical questions. Call our hotline: 800.392.6344 Support our sponsor and save on a mattress: leesa.com/micah
Read of the Week: How Dan and Keith’s ‘SportsCenter’ Changed TV Forever
September 06, 2019 00:53 - 33 minutes - 31 MBMicah discusses the importance and legacy of "The Big Show." I think it's the best Read of the Week ever. Read it: https://www.theringer.com/2019/9/4/20848656/sportscenter-dan-patrick-keith-olbermann-espn-40-anniversary Support our sponsor: leesa.com/micah
Meal of the Week: Labor Day Weekend Edition
August 30, 2019 22:45 - 19 minutes - 12 MBHere's what you should be cooking this holiday weekend: corn and avocado salad with feta dressing, steaks with tomato salad, and roasted New Mexico chiles. Micah tells you how to make it all. Support our sponsor: leesa.com/micah
Read of the Week: White Claw Summer
August 28, 2019 21:47 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBIt's White Claw Summer, and it may never end. Micah talks about how Claws have changed the way we drink poolside forever. Support our sponsor and save big on a Leesa Mattress: leesa.com/micah Read it here: https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2019/08/why-summer-white-claw/596920/
New Show: Doctor Talk W/ Dr. Lupe
August 26, 2019 10:05 - 6 minutes - 5.55 MBWelcome to Doctor Talk, the newest show on "Mind of Micah." Dr. Courtney will answer your medical questions, and nothing is off-limits. Call in to our hotline and ask a question: 800.392.6344 We're back with more Mind of Micah later this week.
Read of the Week: Snacks at Google w/ El Garz
August 22, 2019 22:04 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBEl Garz joins Micah to talk about how Google is changing the snack game. Read it: https://www.fastcompany.com/90369645/google-snack-buyer-food-industry-powerhouse Call with questions for Micah and Dr. Lupe: 800.392.6344
NEW SEGMENT: Micah's Meal of the Week
August 21, 2019 23:31 - 15 minutes - 12.6 MBIt's dinner time and it's time for a new segment: Micah's Meal of the Week. Tonight, we're making fresh shrimp two ways: aquachile and ceviche. You'll enjoy it. If you have a question for Micah or Dr. Lupe, please call our MWBK Hotline: 800.392.6344 And support Micah and his upcoming wedding at patreon.com/backdoor
Jerzday: Season Finale w/ Long Island Ann
August 16, 2019 22:10 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBThe Sitch is hitched! It's the Jersey Shore Family Vacation finale. Long Island Ann joins Micah to talk about Italian weddings, Ronnie's baby mama, and much more. Support Micah at patreon.com/backdoor
Read of the Week: Topo Chico Breaks Out of Texas With Help From Coke
August 14, 2019 17:40 - 17 minutes - 15.7 MBMicah is joined by his friend Mallory to discuss Texas-favorite Topo Chico and its growth across America. We're back Friday with America's #1 Jersey Shore podcast, Jerzday. Read it here: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2019-08-05/cult-favorite-topo-chico-breaks-out-of-texas-with-help-from-coke
Read of the Week w/ Will deFries: The Glorious Depravity of “Love Island”
August 13, 2019 19:22 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBWill deFries joins Micah to talk about the American and English versions of "Love Island." Support our sponsor: forhims.com/MICAH Read it: https://www.newyorker.com/culture/on-television/the-glorious-depravity-of-the-british-love-island
Read of the Week: Welcome to Peak Food TV
August 06, 2019 23:51 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBMicah is back to talk about the fastest growing genre in entertainment: Food TV. From Top Chef to Gordon Ramsay, TV producers are trying to create the next hit and keep up with the public's hunger for content. Check out our Back Door Cover Patreon page and support Micah's wedding fund: patreon.com/backdoor Read the piece: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/features/gordon-ramsay-more-hollywoods-growing-hunger-food-tv-shows-1225214
Jerzday: Where's Ronnie?
August 03, 2019 15:46 - 18 minutes - 12.2 MBYeah buddy! Jerzday is back to talk about the lead up to Mike's wedding, Ronnie's newest drama, and all the hijinks from Jersey Shore Family Vacation. We're back with a season finale episode in two weeks. We're back early next week with new Mind of Micah content. Support our sponsor and save on a mattress: leesa.com/micah
Read of the Week: What’s Behind Apple’s Podcast Strategy?
July 31, 2019 18:28 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MBMicah is joined by his podcast business partner Brad Kee to talk about Apple's moves in the podcast space. If you are interested in the business of podcasting, we think you'll enjoy this conversation. We're back with more Mind of Micah later this week, including the return of Jerzday. Read it here: https://www.vulture.com/2019/07/apple-podcasts-content-strategy.html Support our sponsor and take care of yourself below the waist: Use promocode: MICAH https://manscaped.com/?utm_source=micah&...
Read of the Week: Road-tripping with Amazon Nomads
July 25, 2019 15:45 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBConner Moore joins Micah to talk about the life of wanderers who buy things and resell them on amazon. We're back with more Mind of Micah soon. Support our sponsor: leesa.com/micah Read the piece: https://www.theverge.com/2019/7/10/20687434/amazon-sellers-nomad-merchants-products-malls-walmart
Read of the Week: Stop pretending you enjoy outdoor concerts
July 24, 2019 01:05 - 34 minutes - 32 MBPeter the Irish Guy joins Micah to talk about Outdoor Concerts. We're back later this week with more Mind of Micah. Support our sponsors: leesa.com/micah forhims.com/micah Read the piece: https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/style/stop-pretending-youre-having-fun-at-this-outdoor-concert/2019/07/12/0315d242-a290-11e9-b732-41a79c2551bf_story.html?utm_term=.6f24a417abd8&wpisrc=nl_rainbow&wpmm=1
Jerzday: Guido Cowboys w/ Long Island Ann
July 19, 2019 20:31 - 1 hour - 62 MBAnn from Long Island joins Micah to talk about the latest episodes of Jersey Shore Family Vacation. America's number one Jersey Shore podcast will return. Support our sponsor and save on a mattress: leesa.com/MICAH
Micah's Mailbag: My Divorced Dad Is Going To Solo Karaoke
July 19, 2019 00:26 - 13 minutes - 12.4 MBEl Garz joins Micah's Mailbag to answer an interesting question from John. "My father is single as of 3 years since his divorce. He's been going to solo karaoke once a week for the past three months. It's gotten him out of the house, but is this good for him?" Support our sponsor and take care of yourself below the waist: Use promocode: MICAH https://manscaped.com/?utm_source=micah&utm_medium=podcast
News Roundup with Coach Bobby
July 15, 2019 21:08 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBMicah is back with Coach Bobby to talk about a few news stories. Who's bringing you stories about Meth-fueled gators in Alabama, Jeffrey Epstein, the death of local newspapers, Hulk Hogan's son, and a murder-for-hire scheme paid for by personal check and pizza gift cards? No other podcast is doing that. We're back later this week with Micah's Mailbag. Send your questions to Micah @micahwiener on IG and twitter, or call our hotline: 800.392.6344. Support our sponsors: leesa.com/micah forhi...
Jerzday: The United States vs. The Situation
July 12, 2019 19:38 - 56 minutes - 51.3 MBJersey Shore is back and Micah is here to break down the new season premiere of Jersey Shore Family Reunion. The Situation is headed to sentencing, and the whole family is there to help him and Laurens in their time of need. We're back with more Mind of Micah content next week. Call our hotline: 800.392.6344.
Read of the Week: You Can't Quit Cold Turkey
July 11, 2019 10:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBMicah is joined by Can't Miss Mitch to talk about the life and struggles of former NFL QB, and very large man, Jared Lorenzen. R.I.P. Read it here: http://www.espn.com/espn/feature/story/_/id/11382220/ex-nfl-qb-jared-lorenzen-lifelong-battle-weight
Read of the Week: Kawhi Leonard gave Toronto everything — and now he’s going home
July 08, 2019 17:07 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBBrad Kee joins Micah to talk about Kawhi Leonard's decision to leave Toronto for the LA Clippers. If you want to hear more sports talk from Micah and Brad, subscribe to Back Door Cover wherever you listen to podcasts. Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/back-door-cover/id1150173141 Support our sponsor and save: leesa.com/MICAH Read the piece here: https://www.thestar.com/sports/raptors/opinion/2019/07/06/kawhi-leonard-gave-toronto-everything-and-now-hes-going-home.html
Beef of the Week: How To Grill This Summer
July 03, 2019 09:59 - 17 minutes - 15.3 MBMicah shares his summer cookout tips. Enjoy. Support our sponsor and save this 4th of July holiday: leesa.com/micah We're back next week with more Mind of Micah content. Have a great holiday.
Read of the Week: The Improbable Reinvention of A-Rod w/ Peter The Irish Guy
July 01, 2019 10:00 - 37 minutes - 33.6 MBPeter the Irish Guy joins Micah to talk about A-Rod's unlikely comeback from disgrace. Read the piece: https://www.si.com/mlb/2019/06/25/alex-rodriguez-jennifer-lopez Support our sponsor and save during the 4th of July sale: leesa.com/Micah
Micah's Read of the Week: Inside the short, unhappy life of the Alliance of American Football
June 24, 2019 15:44 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBBrad Kee joins Micah to talk about the rise and spectacular fall of the AAF. From missing payroll the first week, to its death a month before the league's championship, the story of the AAF is a fascinating look at hurbis, ego, and money in professional sports. https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/26957796/inside-short-unhappy-life-alliance-american-football We're back with more Mind of Micah soon. Call the hotline and ask a question for Micah's Mailbag: 800.392.6344
Micah's Read of the Week: "Slack Wants to Replace Email. Is That What We Want?"
June 21, 2019 00:24 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBThe future Mrs. Garz joins Micah to talk about business communication app Slack. How does slack compare to email and what does it mean for the future of American business? read the piece: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/06/19/style/slack-replace-email-ipo-listing.html We're back with more Mind of Micah next week.
Micah's Read of the Week: Group Chats Are Making the Internet Fun Again
June 18, 2019 19:42 - 39 minutes - 36.2 MBCoach Bobby joins Micah to talk about social media, group chats, and internet behavior. Support our sponsors: leesa.com/micah forhims.com/micah Call our hotline and ask Micah a question: 800.392.6344 Read the piece: http://nymag.com/intelligencer/2019/05/group-chats-are-making-the-internet-fun-again.html
Micah's Read of the Week-- The Questionable Future of e-Sports
June 13, 2019 08:00 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBMicah is joined by his childhood friend Mark to talk about Comcast and it's big investment in e-sports. The company is trying to make in-roads in Philadelphia with a $50M gaming stadium. It's CEO's son is dating Olivia Munn, and also running the company's e-Sports division. It's a wild look at the future of media. Read it here: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2019-06-11/comcast-scion-tucker-roberts-leads-the-company-into-e-sports We're back next week with more Mind of Micah. Call t...