The Derek and Mike Podcast

Derek and Mike are joined by the legendary joke-master Rick Finger! Unfortunately, his jokes aren't funny this time. We discuss the worst smells in the world, tire shop business models, restaurants that don't take reservations, family war stories, team mentality, open-mindedness, Derek's blackmail letter and AI intellectual property rights. Connect with the DAM Podcast X/twitter: @derekandmikepod instagram: @derekandmike website: derekandmike.com Subscribe/follow the podcast. Grazie! Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Guest Appearance 02:46 Humor and Jokes 06:03 Parenting Nightmares 09:08 Smells We Love and Hate 11:57 Tire Shop Frustrations 15:13 Life Expectancy and Family History 18:11 Grandparents and Family Stories 21:02 Military Service and Family History 23:58 Religion and Personal Beliefs 26:54 Social Pressures and Religion 30:04 Team Mentality in Opinions 32:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts 34:40 The Nature of Team Conflict 37:02 Understanding Different Perspectives 39:47 Political Advertising and Its Impact 41:42 The Rise of AI and Blackmail Scams 01:01The Future of AI and Intellectual Property Keywords Derek and Mike Podcast, humor, parenting, life expectancy, political discussions, AI, blackmail, family stories, tire shop frustrations, smells

Derek and Mike discuss the balance of being willing to help but not being a doormat at work, leadership, teamwork, awkward annual reviews, managing expectations, zen, stoicism and AI. Connect with the DAM Podcast X/twitter: @derekandmikepod instagram: @derekandmike website: derekandmike.com Subscribe/follow the podcast. Grazie! Keywords: professional growth, teamwork, leadership, self-reflection, workplace happiness, management styles, parenting, AI, Zen practice, stoicism, personal development Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Connection 01:04 Humble Pie and Professional Growth 02:51 The Balance of Specialization and Teamwork 05:57 Navigating Job Responsibilities and Expectations 09:03 Leadership and Team Dynamics 11:50 The Importance of Self-Reflection 14:56 Annual Reviews and Workplace Feedback 18:03 Creating a Happy Work Environment 20:58 Managing Expectations and Self-Worth 23:57 The Evolution of Management Styles 27:02 Practicing Zen in Everyday Life 30:00 The Role of AI in Content Creation 32:57 Parenting and Teaching Patience 35:52 The Impact of Childhood Experiences 39:01 Conclusion and Reflections on Growth

Derek and Mike discuss their experiences with a new recording platform, share stories about coaching their kids in sports, particularly T-ball, and reflect on the importance of keeping score in youth sports. They also touch on the differences in children's behavior in public versus at home, and share insights from work conferences, including the drinking culture that can sometimes lead to trouble. The conversation wraps up with some technical difficulties, highlighting the challenges of remote work.takeaways The new recording platform enhances the podcast experience. Coaching kids in sports can be a rewarding experience. T-ball is a fun way for kids to learn the basics of baseball. Keeping score in youth sports helps teach kids about competition. Children often behave differently in public than at home. Work conferences can blur the lines between professional and personal behavior. Drinking at work events can lead to risky situations. Kids thrive on positive reinforcement from coaches and peers. The transition from T-ball to real baseball can be exciting for kids. Technical difficulties can be a common challenge in remote work. T-Ball: A Parent's Perspective Exploring New Podcasting Horizons "This is our damn podcast studio!" "She loved it!" "We came to win!"

Derek and Mike discuss California wildfires, keeping kids busy indoors, carwash subscriptions, 6 point truck turns, grocery shopping, cherries, tipping and requesting anybody but that waiter.    Connect with the DAM Podcast X/twitter: @derekandmikepod instagram: @derekandmikewebsite: derekandmike.com   Subscribe/follow the podcast.   Grazie!

Derek and Mike discuss the pride of watching your kid get an award, child frugality, mosquito bite spectrum, chiggers, Laotian restaurant cat rescue, Peter the hero, time boxing, Tim Ferriss, fear setting, book fairs, black widow story and Derek gets a new family member.    Connect with the DAM Podcast X/twitter: @derekandmikepod instagram: @derekandmikewebsite: derekandmike.com   Subscribe/follow the podcast.   Grazie!

Derek and Mike are joined by Ron, John, Chris and Dennis for a backwoods birthday bash at Plan B Tennessee.  The audio quality isn't great but the company is.  We discuss the lengend of the Moth Man, bat moths, which cigars are best, not working at Cask N Cleaver, citronella bouquets, embarrassing stories, Mike's Tennessee family history, ordering door dash in the woods, the void left by Toys R Us, liquid lunch breaks with Chris, going to work with Ron, Mike & Ryan's apartment, living with Derek and vacuum balancing.   Connect with the DAM Podcast X/twitter: @derekandmikepod instagram: @derekandmikewebsite: derekandmike.com   Subscribe/follow the podcast.   Grazie!

055 Derek Quick Thumbs Derek and Mike discuss springs ants eradicating the human race, asshole mosquitos, iphone butt dials, Derek quick thumbs, the awkwardness of kids saying insulting things, parents crippling kids with stupidity, Derek's bank account password, chiggers, questing and the best meat. Connect with the DAM Podcast X/twitter: @derekandmikepod instagram: @derekandmike website: derekandmike.com Subscribe/follow the podcast. Grazie!

Derek and Mike discuss the X transition, Green Burrito, is Tennessee the "South", racist stuff, going vegan for a week, fasting, habits, explaining Han Solo to a 5 year old and tv keyboards.  Connect with the DAM Podcast X/twitter: @derekandmikepod instagram: @derekandmikewebsite: derekandmike.com   Subscribe/follow the podcast.   Grazie!

Derek and Mike discuss demographics, UAPs, Tom Delong, how McAfee sucks, viruses, korean birthdays, banking, stoicism and zen, drinking water, DNA programming and evolution.  Connect with the DAM Podcast twitter: @derekandmikepod instagram: @derekandmikewebsite: derekandmike.com   Subscribe/follow the podcast.   Grazie!

Derek and Mike discuss Friends shirts, the Mandela effect, the downside of talking Star Wars, the Monopoly man, crunchy peanut butter, visiting the Mission Inn, Orville Wright, space trips, energy cartels, Gladis Blanca and dolphin rape.  Connect with the DAM Podcast twitter: @derekandmikepod instagram: @derekandmikewebsite: derekandmike.com   Subscribe/follow the podcast.   Grazie!

Derek and Mike are live and in person...in a hotel! We discuss how cool it is to be in the same room, skinny bitch beer, spying on Brent, Derek's hair, the red head pact, exploring sexuality, double standards, how to smoke weed on the dl, doing comedy, the performing high, life benefits of improv, good and bad Uber drivers.    Connect with the DAM Podcast twitter: @derekandmikepod instagram: @derekandmikewebsite: derekandmike.com   Subscribe/follow the podcast.   Grazie!

Derek and Mike discuss doing 50 episodes, sleevelessness, Booze, Beer & Wine, kid food, Derek's famous spaghetti sauce, digging a hole to America, using chatGPT for work and how it will kill us all, kids lost in Amazon and prisoner moms.  Connect with the DAM Podcast twitter: @derekandmikepod instagram: @derekandmikewebsite: derekandmike.com   Subscribe/follow the podcast.   Grazie!

Derek and Mike discuss what to buy, subterranean homes, buying dinosaurs, asteroids vs meteors, funny news stories, not funny chatGPT and stuff that stinks.  Connect with the DAM Podcast twitter: @derekandmikepod instagram: @derekandmikewebsite: derekandmike.com   Subscribe/follow the podcast.   Grazie!

Derek and Mike welcome Rick Fingerz to the podcast and discuss Will Smith, St Paddy's day, hunting, Tennessee weed, drug decriminalization experiments, MAPs, best homeless destinations, societal breakdown and a little lighthearted racism.   Connect with the DAM Podcast twitter: @derekandmikepod instagram: @derekandmikewebsite: derekandmike.com   Subscribe/follow the podcast.   Grazie!

Derek and Mike discuss burning bush, smoking crack, ChatGPT, stupid natural humans, conspiracy stuff, if evil exists, murder for meat, Derek's fear of turkeys, Neuralink and horseshoe crab longevity.   Connect with the DAM Podcast twitter: @derekandmikepod instagram: @derekandmikewebsite: derekandmike.com   Subscribe/follow the podcast.   Grazie!

Derek and Mike discuss expired food, raising chickens and the hilarity & seriousness of ChatGPT.  Connect with the DAM Podcast twitter: @derekandmikepod instagram: @derekandmikewebsite: derekandmike.com   Subscribe/follow the podcast.   Grazie!

Derek and Mike discuss the state of our union, WWIII, causing earthquakes, the China balloon, fighter pilots, Mike's Mustang, the Border house, balancing stuff on foreheads, generational differences and shooting rockets at the feds.  Connect with the DAM Podcast twitter: @derekandmikepod instagram: @derekandmikewebsite: derekandmike.com   Subscribe/follow the podcast.   Grazie!

Derek and Mike discuss pricey coolers, collar poppin', fancy pants, fowl felonies, food-related racism, keto diet, stoicism, lidar, 5G and earbuds.   Connect with the DAM Podcast twitter: @derekandmikepod instagram: @derekandmikewebsite: derekandmike.com   Subscribe/follow the podcast.   Grazie!

Derek and Mike discuss our 2-month hiatus, sushi strategy, hot sauce, choosing the right preschool, gardening in TN vs CA, vinegar, tattoos and abortion.  Connect with the DAM Podcast twitter: @derekandmikepod instagram: @derekandmikewebsite: derekandmike.com   Subscribe/follow the podcast.   Grazie!

Derek and Mike sit down with Cowboy Mounted Shooter and retired Army Ranger, Drew Wallace. Drew's story is an incredible blend of thrill-seeking, patriotism and family.  He shares his philosophy and approach to the intense sport of Cowboy Mounted Shooting, what motivated him to serve his country as an Army Ranger and how his family motivates and inspires him to compete.   Follow Drew on Instagram: @therangercowboy Learn more about Cowboy Mounted Shooting: cmsaevents.com Drew's Sponsors/Links: Black Rifle Coffee  (use code COWBOY15)Safari LandStoeger USAQuick or DeadFuel Craft FrontierPenley Horsemanship Connect with the DAM Podcast twitter: @derekandmikepod instagram: @derekandmikewebsite: derekandmike.com   Subscribe/follow the podcast.  Grazie!