“Hey, are you still there?” Life at the intersection of Marriage, Family, Careers, and Ministry.

Mike and Beth return for a special Valentine’s Day podcast episode packed with humor, trivia, and unexpected twists. Beth shares why she can’t stand Valentine’s Day, sparking a funny and relatable discussion about the holiday’s highs and lows. The conversation takes a surprising turn into Friday the 13th superstitions and folklore, before Mike dives into fascinating Valentine’s Day history, fun facts, and traditions you’ve probably...

Fourteen inches of snow on a sheet of ice set the tone for a month of chaos—school closures, missed plans, and a toaster scare. We needed a reset, and found it in the most focused place imaginable: a four-day, 1,200-person board game convention where creativity, patience, and play run the show. We dive into TantrumCon from a first-timer’s view and a veteran’s lens, exploring what happens when you trade notifications for rulebooks a...

In this episode, Mike shares a special online message recorded for Re3 Church following a recent snowstorm. Diving deep into the book of Genesis, Mike uncovers the powerful and often overlooked theme of God’s mercy woven throughout the first book of the Bible. This encouraging Bible teaching highlights grace, forgiveness, and God’s relentless compassion from creation to covenant—offering hope and perspective for everyday life.

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Mike is back with another episode of What Mikey Likes, diving into must-watch TV shows, movies, books, and pop culture. This week, Mike shares his thoughts on the new Elizabeth Smart documentary, reviews the Oscar-nominated film Bugonia, and breaks down the latest seasons of hit series including Fallout Season 2, Peacemaker Season 2, and Poker Face Season 2.

Mike also talks about his personal journey through The Bible Recap Bible, w...

Beth is back this week after an unforgettable trip to Walt Disney World with Maria! She breaks down everything you need to know about running a Disney race weekend, including behind-the-scenes details from the Disney Half Marathon and a full recap of Maria’s experience tackling her first full marathon at Disney.

Mike also shares an update on his upcoming stand-up comedy class at The Idiot Box, what inspired him to take the leap into...

Mike flies solo this week while Beth is away running a Disney World half marathon. In this episode, Mike shares in-depth reviews and recommendations of what he’s been watching, reading, and playing lately. He breaks down his thoughts on popular TV shows like Breaking Bad and Chad Powers, discusses the movie Wake Up Dead Man, and dives into his current read, Something Is Killing the Children.

Mike also talks about the board games he’...

Kicking off the first podcast episode of 2026, Mike and Beth take a thoughtful and entertaining look at major cultural shifts over the past 30 years—including the legalization of cannabis and gambling, and society’s growing obsession with dogs. They explore how these changes reflect deeper trends in modern culture and everyday life.

The conversation then turns to New Year’s resolutions, personal growth, and goal setting as Mike and ...

In this final episode of 2025, Mike and Beth reflect on the biggest moments of the year from the four core Hey, Are You Still There pillars: Marriage, Family, Career, and Ministry. They revisit meaningful conversations, lessons learned, and personal growth that shaped the past year and resonated most with listeners.

Beth finally reveals the mystery behind the daily Christmas cards, answering a question fans have been asking all seas...

Beth is back on the podcast this week, and things go off the rails fast. The episode kicks off with Beth calling out Mike for completely botching a sermon illustration, followed by a hilarious discussion about a mysterious flood of Christmas cards from an unknown sender. The conversation then turns to Beth’s strong aversion to wrapping Christmas gifts (and the holiday stress that comes with it), before wrapping up with a special Fe...

Mike is flying solo this week—and that can only mean one thing: more conspiracy theories. In this episode, Mike revisits his last conspiracy podcast episode, sharing poll results, reacting to listener comments, and unpacking which theories sparked the biggest reactions from the audience.

From there, he dives headfirst into six new conspiracy theories, including ongoing questions about the pandemic, internet debates surrounding Charl...

In this week’s episode, Beth is gearing up for yet another trip while she and Mike recap a hilarious Christmas party filled with the ultimate holiday game, Dirty Santa, or is it White Elephant, or Yankee Swap? They revisit the infamous toilet paper debate that always gets listeners fired up, read fresh comments from fans, and Mike shares the surprising results of his CliftonStrengths assessment.

Tune in for travel chaos, holiday par...

Beth is back on the podcast this week as she and Mike dive into their Thanksgiving Day activities, holiday traditions, and family moments. They revisit Mike’s popular conspiracy theory episode, where Beth gives her honest reactions to each of his theories. Mike also teases his upcoming conspiracy deep dive featuring cryptids, the pandemic, and the mysterious death and legacy of Jimi Hendrix.

The episode gets hilariously relatable as...

Put on your tinfoil hats as Mike dives deep into some of the most talked-about conspiracy theories, including Area 51, 9/11 conspiracies, and the Flat Earth theory. Before the rabbit hole begins, he recaps his recent Asheville, NC travel adventure, featuring a festive visit to the Biltmore Estate Christmas decorations. Mike also explores Mount Mitchell State Park, South Mountains State Park, and Lake James State Park, sharing tips ...

This week on the podcast, Mike shares his wild, “Pyskotik,” and totally chaotic experience at the OsamaSon concert at The Ritz in Raleigh—giving listeners an inside look at the energy, crowd, and live music scene. Beth shifts gears with a practical deep dive into how to identify a narcissist, the signs of narcissistic behavior, and effective strategies for dealing with a narcissist using the well-known “gray rock method.”

They wrap ...

 This week on the show, Mike and Beth dive into Beth’s new Big 12 goals for the coming year, debate whether being called the “Seinfeld of podcasts” is a compliment or a critique, and break down a hilarious meltdown and rage-quit moment while playing Ticket to Ride on Board Game Arena. They also share highlights from Beth’s upcoming book launch party, Mike’s recent radio appearance, and wrap up the episode with a fun, nostalgic stor...

This week Mike and Beth celebrate their first podcast anniversary by breaking down their one year of big 12 goals. Mike also announces his big 12 for next year as Beth agonizes over hers.

Mike’s Big 12

1. Start a podcast
2. Write a book
3. Visit a new state (did not complete)
4. Visit a new country 
5. Get a tattoo 
6. Take a trip with just Beth 
7. Take a trip with just Jacob
8. Take a trip with just Maria
9. Take a trip with just Joshua 
10. Take an improv class
11. Tent ...

 In this week’s podcast episode, Mike and Beth share laughs and real-life stories as they celebrate Beth’s upcoming birthday and recap her recent hiking adventure at Hanging Rock State Park. Mike revisits one of his most unforgettable wedding fail moments, while the conversation turns to the realities of getting older and the awkward humor that comes with it. They also tell the story of accidentally scaring a neighbor and discuss m...

 This week, Mike and Beth celebrate the release of Beth’s brand-new book, “Wondering Light,” and open up about the battle with perfectionism and the fear of reader feedback. Mike shares highlights from his recent trip to an Auburn football game, their experience attending a Bethel Music concert, and the unbelievable moment he nailed Wordle in just one guess. It’s an episode filled with creativity, vulnerability, and lots of fun sto...

In this week’s podcast episode, Mike and Beth blend humor and honesty as they share real-life stories and meaningful conversation. Mike talks about feeling older while helping friends move, and Beth opens up about an embarrassing and all-too-relatable back injury moment. The episode also dives deeper into ongoing credit card drama and everyday financial frustrations. They wrap up with a thoughtful discussion on emotional health, ex...