The Shift with Mike & Joe
Welcome to ”The Shift with Mike and Joe,” the podcast that takes you on a journey into the world of entrepreneurship with your hosts, Mike and Joe! Mike is an 9-year veteran of the self-employment game and Joe is a recent entrepreneur who kicked off his journey about 3 years ago. Both hosts are not only business-savvy but also talented musicians, adding a unique twist to the entrepreneurial conversation. Mike runs the ”Kent Island Academy of Music,” a successful music school, while Joe operates ”Image & Sound Media,” a thriving photography and videography business. Beyond their entrepreneurial endeavors, these dynamic individuals are also solo musicians who occasionally team up in Joe’s band, ”Heavy Fred.” ”The Shift” strives for biweekly episodes filled with insights, advice, and real talk about breaking free from the traditional 9-5 job and making your own path in the business world. Mike and Joe will cover a variety of topics related to entrepreneurship, including the highs and lows of their own journeys, lessons learned, and tips for success. Beyond the world of business, the podcast will dive into various aspects of their lives, from hobbies and self-care to the adventures of fatherhood. Expect a mix of valuable insights and lighthearted banter as they share their experiences, challenges, and triumphs. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur, just starting out, or simply curious about the entrepreneurial lifestyle, ”The Shift with Mike and Joe” is your go-to podcast for inspiration and entertainment. Don’t miss out on the fun—subscribe now and join them every two weeks for a dose of wisdom, laughter, and the occasional dose of nonsense! #TheShiftPodcast #EntrepreneurLife #BusinessTalk #mikeandjoeshow
Episodes
In this engaging episode of *The Shift with Mike and Joe*, the hosts welcome local musician Colby Sard for an in-depth conversation about his journey as a full-time musician, his experiences gigging around the Chesapeake Bay area, and his path to sobriety. The episode covers a wide range of topics, from the challenges and perks of performing live music to the realities of staying sober while working in the music scene. Key highligh...
🎙 Episode 14 – Steven Dunn | Fishing, Gigging & Figuring It Out
In this episode of The Shift with Mike & Joe, we sit down with local legend Steven Dunn—gigging musician, charter boat captain, and full-time hustler on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. From navigating the waters of the Chesapeake to playing shows across Delmarva, Steve shares what it’s like balancing two unorthodox careers, building a bus...
In this episode of The Shift, Mike and Joe sit down with Joey Mitchell, a seasoned upright and electric bass player deeply rooted in the Eastern Shore music scene. Joey shares his journey from touring in England to performing with bands like Swampcandy, Mixed Business, and the Joey Harkum Band. He discusses his unique perspective as a sideman who also excels in booking music venues, offering insights into the dynamics...
In Episode 11 of The Shift, Mike and Joe sit down (again) with Austin Smale, owner of Tiger Lily in Easton, MD, for a second—and even better—round of conversation after technical issues spoiled their first recording. Austin shares his entrepreneurial journey from blending birthday cakes at a senior home to running one of Easton’s most creative restaurant concepts. They dig into the realities of restaurant ownership, from staffing s...
In this episode of The Shift with Mike & Joe, singer-songwriter and local legend J. Coursey Willis joins us for a wide-ranging conversation filled with stories, laughs, and deep dives. We talk about his early musical influences (spoiler: La Bamba and a broom), his journey from NSA employee to full-time creative, and how he balances music, nonprofit work, and entrepreneurship. Josh shares insights into productivity...
In this episode of The Shift with Mike & Joe, the guys welcome special guest Rory Flood—musician, event mastermind, and marketing genius behind Kent Island’s iconic brewery and music venue, Cult Classic. The conversation takes a hilarious and insightful journey through Rory’s background in music, event planning, and the origin story of Hot Tub Limo and his current band Equals B. They dig into Rory’s philosophy on ...
In episode 8 Mike & Joe go back to the basics, with no guest. They chat about Mike's lobster shirt, the ratio of good looks to talent in terms of success, and Joe puts Mike to sleep talking about technical camera jargon.
In episode 7 another good friend of ours, Jason Morton of the Chesapeake Sons, comes by to talk music, performing, the business side of music, how he got to where he is and what he's learned along the way, and we both congratulate Mike his professionalism during the podcast.
In Episode 6 Joe's good friend and photography/videography mentor, Carlos Gauteir of Avail Visuals sits down with the fellas for one of his first times being in front of the Camera. Carlos has years of experience behind the camera, so this was somewhat uncharted territory for him. They discuss his background, how he got to where he is now, and where he plans to go in the future.
In Episode 5 Mike and Joe's usual antics continue, they discuss Mike's music workshops, their plans for a new YouTube channel, Mike eats a popsicle while Joe rates his hair, they discuss their song choices for set lists, and they discuss Mike's practice of talking to his crowds during gigs.
In episode 4 the fellas are joined by local musician, Gage Rhodes. Gage is an amazing songwriter, bluegrass picker, and entrepreneur.
This is episode 3 (part 2) because during the first attempt at filming this episode, Mike had his microphone turned around backwards. When they finally got it together, Mike calls Joe a narcissist, Joe talks about recovery, and Mike fires questions at Joe relentlessly. Joe also talks about his transition from full time counselor/part time musician and photographer/videographer, to being a full time entrepreneur.
In this Episode Mike drinks egg nog, Joe schools Mike on the Rocky movies, Mike decides to quit adderal, and they discuss musical performance techniques, Mike's hair, business bank accounts, Mike's plan to build a chicken coupe, and much much more.
In Episode 1 Mike & Joe discuss their businesses, make fun of each other, and review their backgrounds working for the man.
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