The Mike Silva Show
Gripes, observations, social commentary… All here
"The Mike Silva Show" is a comedy podcast full of random observations and gripes about all things, big and small.
Subject matter includes society and people, dating, sports, and more. Part of the Repertoire Podcast Network.
S2E2: Jamal Yusuf Talks Fitness
Friend of the podcast Jamal Yusuf joins to share some of his fitness expertise. We discuss whether working negatives and half reps into your regimen makes sense, static vs. active stretching, the power of visualization and matching up body and mind, and the current social media "fitfam" epidemic.
Friend of the podcast Jamal Yusuf joins to share some of his fitness expertise. We discuss whether working negatives and half reps into your regimen makes sense, static vs. active stretching, the power of visualization and matching up body and mind, and the current social media "fitfam" epidemic.
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S2E1: Brandon Scott on Super Bowl 51
Longtime friend and colleague Brandon Scott joins on #TheReturn to discuss an unforgettable Super Bowl, where we dissect the game's unsung heroes, the future of the San Francisco 49ers with new HC Kyle Shanahan, and much more. Plus, why do I love Tom Brady so much? Find out now.
Brandon Scott is a media extraordinaire. With experience ranging from newspaper to radio, online journalism to television, the show's old friend jumps on to recap an unforgettable Super Bowl.
We discuss the forgotten plays and unsung heroes of the big game, this one's spot in the pantheon, the game's real MVP, obnoxious Atlanta Falcons fans eating crow, the possibly bleak future for the San Francisco 49ers under new head coach Kyle Shanahan, and most importantly why I love Tom Brady so much.
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S1E10: Mike And Chance Show #TBT
Exactly one year ago today, Chance Davis and I launched a new podcast: "The Mike and Chance Show." There was but one episode ever recorded, and as an anniversary tribute to something I created with my best friend, I decided to play it out for you all again here.
Exactly one year ago today, Chance Davis and I launched a new podcast: "The Mike and Chance Show." There was but one episode ever recorded, and as an anniversary tribute to something I created with my best friend, I decided to play it out for you all again here.
"The Mike and Chance Show" aimed to be the podcast for an otherwise abandoned multimedia project I developed call "Urbane Circle." While "the U.C." didn't quite take off as I had imagined, "The Mike Silva Show" is very much what I had envisioned for "The Mike and Chance Show."
Circumstances prevailed that prevented further recordings of "The Mike and Chance Show," but there are definitely future plans to have Chance incorporated in "The Mike Silva Show."
In this episode, we discuss what the overall premise of the show (6:15), the way texting had affected dating (14:42), receiving pixelated "nudes" in the olden days (18:58), how the game has changed (26:40), what Facebook has become (29:42), "situationships" (35:30), the ramifications of the infamous "double tap" (37:37), thirst traps and click bait (40:35), and the different types of Instagram users (45:10).
As part of the usual Mike Silva Show layout with sports and pop culture, I also discuss the return of professional football to Los Angeles (47:30) and a hidden gem of a movie on Netflix (50:07).
Please listen and always enjoy.
“Nah, I ain’t never had no itch.”
S1E9: Online Dating and the NFL Coaching Carousel
Happy New Year to all and welcome back to a slight restructured Mike Silva Show. Joc'quese Casel joins me to discuss the nuances of online dating and the after effects of Black Monday in the NFL.
Happy New Year to all and welcome back to a slight restructured Mike Silva Show. Joc'quese Casel joins me to discuss the nuances of online dating and the after effects of Black Monday in the NFL.
We dive right in with the introduction to online dating for millennials in MySpace (1:57), our personal catfish encounters (5:29), the complexities of meeting someone online (8:10), red flags with online romance (12:10), getting coaxed into online cam shows (19:10), Tinder (22:55), and a recap of it all (32:40).
Jumping into sports, we get into the surprise in the Indianapolis Colts retaining Chuck Pagano (34:30), the future of Chip Kelly (38:40), Johnny Manziel a.k.a. Billy Vegas (41:24), and a retrospective look at the San Francisco 49ers' decision to fire Jim Harbaugh after last season (43:10).
“Gerrynishufuckup!”
S1E8b: The Three Man Holiday Pod with Joc and Gerry
'Tis the season. Cuffing season, that is. What is it about that time period between Thanksgiving and New Years that makes people want to get locked in? How do you avoid getting trapped?
'Tis the season. Cuffing season, that is. What is it about that time period between Thanksgiving and New Years that makes people want to get locked in? How do you avoid getting trapped?
Recurring guests Joc'quese Casel and Gerry Squirewell answer those questions with me, plus much more.
In Part 2 of a two-part episode, we also get into the value of having friends that are girls, keeping it real when it comes time to meet the parents, and surviving a long-distance relationship. Tune in and listen to the finale of another strong episode of "The Mike Silva Show".
“Yeah, I’m all about them pics boy... What do you think about that chico?”
S1E8a: The Three Man Holiday Pod with Joc and Gerry
Do you remember the awesome feeling of a great new video game... On Super Nintendo? Are there truly any good Christmas movies, or just a bunch of generic family channel flicks?
Recurring guests Joc'quese Casel and Gerry Squirewell answer those questions with me, plus much more.
Do you remember the awesome feeling of a great new video game... On Super Nintendo? Are there truly any good Christmas movies, or just a bunch of generic family channel flicks?
Recurring guests Joc'quese Casel and Gerry Squirewell answer those questions with me, plus much more.
In Part 1 of a two-part episode, we also get into holiday traditions and how commercialized each and every holiday has become. Why the hell is there a "National Cookie Day"? I have no clue either. Tune in and listen to an entertaining entry of the podcast.
“I guess you could say Tails was like a plant, right? It had no sex...?”
S1E7: Joc Casel On Culture, Social Media, and Famous Firsts
Longtime friend and the frequently mentioned Joc'quese Casel drops in.
We talk about cultural differences based on geography, the pros and cons of moving around a lot and being the "new kid" growing up, and social media today vs. yesterday and what it's become.
Longtime friend and the frequently mentioned Joc'quese Casel drops in.
We talk about cultural differences based on geography, the pros and cons of moving around a lot and being the "new kid" growing up, and social media today vs. yesterday and what it's become.
We also go over how we met and talk about some of life's milestones, like our first ticket (for "trespassing" at our old high school), first apartment (or home away from home), and our first strip club encounter (worth the listen).
Another topic mentioned was our failed attempts at launching a rap duo: Team Ego. Check out Joc's terrible intro video, along with mine.
You can follow Joc on Snapchat @JocPierre and on Instagram @PierreStyle.
“Steve was in the good ol’ flip-flops. You know, the Hollister days.”
S1E6: Music Industry and Rap Game with Ramiro Gonzalez
What separates a musician or artist from someone that just gets radio play? How can you tell if someone will truly blow up vs. those that just fizzle out with each trendy song? What can we make of the hip-hop industry today?
Scoremore's Ramiro Gonzalez stops by to give the inside scoop on the state of hip-hop. Who's cool, who's an asshole, and what truly makes a difference in becoming an icon?
What separates a musician or artist from someone that just gets radio play? How can you tell if someone will truly blow up vs. those that just fizzle out with each trendy song? What can we make of the hip-hop industry today?
Scoremore's Ramiro Gonzalez stops by to give the inside scoop on the state of hip-hop. Who's cool, who's an asshole, and what truly makes a difference in becoming an icon?
We discuss the influence of today's biggest names, including Kendrick Lamar, Kanye West, and Drake. We discuss Houston's current rap scene and how we need a big star to represent the city. Ramiro also shares some stories from behind-the-scenes within the music industry.
Find Ramiro on Twitter @713rome and Instagram, also @713rome.
“One of the funniest things I’ve ever seen at a concert: Terrence Jones coming to a concert in a Terrence Jones jersey.”
S1E5: Houston Sports with Alan Lucas and Armani Lee
Now is a very eventful time for Houston sports - for both the good and the bad. The Texans are in first* (tied, big asterisk) and the Rockets fired Kevin McHale after a handful of successful, if underwhelming, seasons.
Alan Lucas stops by to talk about the Rockets.
Now is a very eventful time for Houston sports - for both the good and the bad. The Texans are in first* (tied, big asterisk) and the Rockets fired Kevin McHale after a handful of successful, if underwhelming, seasons.
Alan Lucas stops by to talk about the Rockets. He follows the team closer than anyone I know. In fact, as this posts, he's probably at tonight's Rockets-Blazers matchup at the Toyota Center. What went wrong, where can we improve, who's the problem...
Plus, Armani Lee chimes in halfway through the show to talk about the Texans. The ho-hum team finally showed some life in Monday night's win over the (until then unbeaten) Cincinnati Bengals with a 10-6 victory. Are Texans fans getting their hopes up for long haul only to be let down, or are there some redeemable qualities to this newly motivated team.
All these questions and many more explored in the fifth episode of "The Mike Silva Show".
NOTE: We didn't even talk Astros, but I'd love to hear your take on the team's overachieving season. With the AL Cy Young Winner in Dallas Keuchel and AL Rookie of the Year in Carlos Correa, how bright of a future does this team have? Leave a comment to spark a conversation about this team's ceiling.
S1E4: Relationships and Such with Antonio Bonamy
This episode of "The Mike Silva Show" features my good friend Antonio Bonamy.
As a nice change of pace, we discuss a new, but very relevant, topic for the show: relationships. We explore general love life philosophies, sex, finding that special someone, timing, and much more.
This episode of "The Mike Silva Show" features my good friend Antonio Bonamy.
As a nice change of pace, we discuss a new, but very relevant, topic for the show: relationships. We explore general love life philosophies, sex, finding that special someone, timing, and much more.
Antonio Bonamy can be found on Snapchat @prince_akeem112 so check out the snaps.
“If you’re a real man, you never go down, you just stay up!”
S1E3: Emily Gavlick and I Talk About... Everything
This episode of "The Mike Silva Show" features Emily Gavlick, someone you either know or will get to know very well.
We discuss Halloween, Netflix and chill, Wine Wednesdays, politics, reality TV, the new ways media are screwing with us, and much, much more.
This episode of "The Mike Silva Show" features Emily Gavlick, someone you either know or will get to know very well.
We discuss Halloween, Netflix and chill, Wine Wednesdays, politics, reality TV, the new ways media are screwing with us, and much, much more.
We also mention a list of 23 Netflix Movies You Should Watch, which can be found here.
Emily Gavlick can be found on Twitter so follow her if you want to follow a brunch aficionado and Spurs fan.
“It’s like a health code violation. We couldn’t do ‘Dating Naked - Midtown.’ Could you imagine?”
S1E2: Thomas Martel Talks Movies
This episode of "The Mike Silva Show" features a future-recurring guest: Thomas Martel. Listen as we discuss this year's top movies, including Jurassic World, Furious 7, The Avengers: Age of Ultron, Mad Max: Fury Road, and The Martian.
This episode of "The Mike Silva Show" features a future-recurring guest: Thomas Martel. Listen as we discuss this year's top movies, including Jurassic World, Furious 7, The Avengers: Age of Ultron, Mad Max: Fury Road, and The Martian.
We also discuss the most anticipated movie in maybe 20 years: Star Wars VII: The Force Awakens. What's this movie going to be about, what would disappoint, what do we know to this point? This topic, along with many more, are covered in this show.
Thomas Martel can be found on Twitter so follow him if you feel like it (he's the one in the avatar that isn't the WWE's Jim Ross).
“I think it’s going after ‘Avatar’ and ‘Jurassic World’... ‘Titanic’.”
S1E1: Gerry Squirewell Stops By
The premiere of "The Mike Silva Show" features a familiar face: Gerry Squirewell. We talk a little about the heart-warming tale of how we met (just kidding), a little sports, including NFL, NBA predictions, and the MLB playoffs, along with some quick rants on current events.
The premiere of "The Mike Silva Show" features a familiar face: Gerry Squirewell. We talk a little about the heart-warming tale of how we met (just kidding), a little sports, including NFL, NBA predictions, and the MLB playoffs, along with some quick rants on current events.
Gerry Squirewell can be found on Facebook so follow him if you feel like it.
“He’s in the stands like, completely chowing down these wings with a greasy, sweaty head...”