Hey, are you still there?: Life at the intersection of Marriage, Family, Careers, and Ministry.
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Join Mike and Beth each week as they examine life at the intersection of MARRIAGE, FAMILY, CAREERS, and MINISTRY. Through 29 years of ministry, 27 years of marriage, 24 years of professional careers, and 22 years of being parents to 3 kids, their fun and honest discussions promise to have something for everyone.
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On this week’s episode, Mike and Beth dive into relationships, marriage dynamics, and the human need for connection, exploring whether they thrive in solitude or depend on social interaction. They unpack the differences between introverts and extroverts, as well as internal vs. external processing styles, and how those differences impact communication in marriage. The couple recaps a busy weekend, including a book club that turned into a deep dive on conspiracy theories, plus a relaxing visit...
This week, Mike and Beth dive into the latest Artemis moon mission and discuss how broken trust, misinformation, and proven lies can make it harder to believe future truth. From a Christian perspective, they explore why integrity, honesty, and discernment matter in today’s culture. They also recap a busy Easter weekend filled with family traditions, church activities, and one important parenting debate: when is the right time to stop giving your kids Easter baskets? Married couples and parent...
This week on the podcast, Mike and Beth share insights from Beth’s recent women’s retreat, including how she chooses a retreat theme, creates meaningful content, and delegates responsibilities to build a strong team. They also discuss how their leadership styles have changed over the years and why micromanaging and control often reveal a lack of trust in leadership. Mike talks about his visit to the new Dutch Bros Coffee and gives his perspective on the growing trend of faith deconstruction i...
Beth is back on the podcast this week as she and Mike break down the highs and lows of stand-up comedy—from bombing at an open mic to going viral with a Threads comment and landing a surprise comedy booking. If you’re interested in stand-up comedy, open mic tips, and viral social media moments, this episode delivers real behind-the-scenes insight. Beth also shares her review of the new hit film Project Hail Mary, sparking a conversation about the decline of movie theater attendance, the futur...
This week Mike’s flying solo while Beth recovers from a relaxing family vacation at Kiawah Island. Mike takes a deep dive into the Gianopulos family’s recent spring break trip to Kiawah Island, sharing why this South Carolina beach has become one of their favorite travel destinations and what makes it such a special place for families. You’ll also hear the story behind a big (and historic) Gianopulos family trivia night victory—something that had never happened before. Mike then shares some e...
In this episode of “Hey, Are You Still There?”, Mike and Beth recap a packed weekend full of wins, laughs, and a brand-new adventure. Mike shares the story behind the compliments on his physique, a successful garage door repair, and an exciting award win for their nonprofit organization. The highlight of the episode is Mike’s first-ever stand-up comedy showcase, where he steps onto the stage and tries his hand at live comedy. He breaks down the entire experience—from preparing material and fa...
Note: The audio quality isn’t our best this week (it happens!), but the content and conversation are absolutely worth it. On this episode of Hey, Are You Still There?, Mike and Beth dive into real-life marriage moments, faith conversations, and pop culture commentary with their signature humor and honesty. The show kicks off with an agitated Beth navigating morning stress (and naturally blaming Mike), leading into a lively discussion about artificial intelligence (AI) and how emerging technol...
Mike and Beth are back with a fun, relatable episode packed with stories about marriage, family life, faith, and humor. This week, they recap their Valentine’s Day gifts and date night adventures, share what it’s really like buying a new (used) car, and dive into the meaning of the Lenten season—including what Beth is giving up and taking on for Lent. Mike also talks about his stand-up comedy class experience, plus a recent comedy club outing with Joshua. They wrap things up with a hilarious ...
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 never heard. The duo also plays a hilarious version of The Ne...
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 and sit with strangers who become teammates. We share the magi...
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. Send us Fan Mail Support the show
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, why it’s become such a meaningful daily practice, and how it’s...
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 comedy, and what he’s hoping to learn. The conversation then...
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’s been enjoying, including Bomb Busters and Harmonies, and gi...
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 Beth share their own plans for the year ahead. They break dow...
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 season. The conversation also turns practical and insightful as M...
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 Festivus celebration. In true Festivus fashion, the show debuts ...
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 Charlie Kirk, the mysterious 3I/Atlas, and one of the wildest theo...
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 party drama, personality insights, and plenty of laughs in this ...
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 they debate toilet paper etiquette, including Mike’s infamou...
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