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Caught on the Mike is a podcast where music, pop culture, and authentic conversations come together.
Hosted by Michael Clark, each episode features musicians, entertainers, athletes, comedians, and creators sharing the stories behind their careers, creative journeys, and life beyond the spotlight. From rock and reggae to comedy, MMA, and everything in between, every conversation is relaxed, insightful, and unscripted.
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Episodes
Caught on the Mike..."Still Fighting" with Ryan Baustert of Throw The Fight and Decibel Consulting & Design
New year. New vibes. Old friends! For nearly two decades I have known my next guest, Throw The Fight guitarist and music marketing guru: Ryan Baustert. We…
Caught on the Mike..."Life on the other side of it"- with divorce strategist Terrie Vanover
Divorce is a tough and sometimes taboo topic. What causes couples to divorce? What roles do gender play in divorce? What is the impact social media has had on…
Caught on the Mike..."From the Edge of the Razor" with UFC's Curtis 'Razor" Blaydes
Living a life without regrets; yet maintaining a sense of discipline. Having a clear vision of what your goals are; but the flexibility to pivot when those…
Caught on the Mike..."Pushing New Limits" with Omaha's Sweet 98.5 host Jason Spicoli
It's terribly understated how much of a positive community can be built around the RIGHT communicator. Whether it be a fighter, a coach, a stand up comic, or a…
Caught on the Mike..."Experience is Everything" with UFC Welterweight Neil Magny
C.S. Lewis had this wonderful quote that I think perfectly describes my next guest, "Integrity is doing the right thing, even when no one is watching.." Neil…
Caught on the Mike..."It's show business, not hobby business" with comedian "El Gato" Felix Izel
"El Gato" is a stand up comic, actor, and promoter about to make his journey towards Hollywood. Before he makes that ascent from the midwest, he sits down with…
Caught on the Mike..."High Altitude Gladiators" with MMA coach "Donnybrook" Cody Donovan
When one city has such a high concentration of combat sports talent, and in an iron sharpens iron world, it is only inevitable that collaboration occurs. The…
Caught on the Mike..."The Ghoulish Gal" Shanna Stoker
What happens when you already have an interest in the macabre, experience paranormal activity, have a business centered around the supernatural, have a…
Caught on the Mike..."Macabre in the Midwest" with Jamie Chadd
Another goodie for Halloween season, and continuing a theme of the paranormal: we've even got a few ghost stories in this episode for you!! Joining me on the…
Caught on the Mike..."It Don't Hurt" with Ryan Osbahr of Pony Creek
"It don't hurt" is the new single from Omaha, Ne based country act- Pony Creek. Their founder and lead singer, Ryan Osbahr, happens to be an old friend of…
Caught on the Mike..."Truth In The Unknown" with Brian J. Corey of Necronomicast
Once again we find ourselves in the Halloween season, looking for answers: the truth in the unknown. Haunted locations, ghosts, ufos, aliens, bigfoot, true…
Caught on the Mike...Embracing Challenges Ahead with Ultimate Fighter & MMA talent- Austin Hubbard
Could you imagine pursuing a criminal justice degree while being an athlete- but your college doesn't offer football or wrestling- so you pursue MMA out of…
Caught on the Mike..."Bleeding Content & Evolving Business" with Finn McKenty of the Punk Rock MBA
Finn McKenty is an American marketing strategist, music commentator, writer and graphic designer who currently runs the YouTube channel The Punk Rock MBA and…
Caught on the Mike..."ALL ROADS ARE LEADING HERE" WITH MMA's ZAC PAUGA
I’ve got to be honest- something about this one felt extra special. While editing, I felt like I was bearing witness to someone on the verge of great things. I…
Caught on the Mike..."Pursuit Through Dissension" with lawyer & influencer- Rachael Reese
Attorney Rachel Reese is gaining an impressive following through the social media app, TikTok. She's using that platform and her influence to shed light on a…
Caught on the Mike..."Enjoying the Journey" with UFC's Drew Dober
"Success doesn't equal happiness, but happiness equals success.." Omaha, NE native Drew Dober has been climbing up the UFC's lightweight division pretty…
Caught on the Mike..."Independently Thriving" with hip-hop artist J.Crum
In this episode we talk with Omaha, Ne based hip-hop artist- J.Crum. Lately, his videos on TikTok have been gaining a lot of traction. He's grounded in the…
Caught on the Mike..."In The Public Interest"- with Dr. Bob Rauner MD, MPH
In the year that brought us Covid-19, who was your favorite resource when the levee first broke? For a lot of people in MY inner circle- it was the weekly…
Caught on the Mike..."In This Corner" with boxer Elli Grapp
"You fight like a girl!" Once an archaic insult, now a battle cry and a compliment. Let's face it, the toughest person you know is a woman. In this episode, I…
Caught on the Mike..."To Groove So Freely" with Steve Ewing (The Urge, Steve Ewing Band, Steve's Hot Dogs)
HYAAAH!!! One of the hardest things to consider is that the very moment that you are living in- right now- could be the greatest moment of your life. My next…
Caught on the Mike..."We lived through it, now what?? "- Solo Episode
I talk to you about mortality coming to light in the midst of the pandemic, and if the pandemic triggered your sense of purpose or not.. I even touch on…
Caught on the Mike..."The Principles of Hardcore Humanism" with Dr. Mike
Purpose. How do you discover and live your true purpose? Where and how do you rank the importance of addressing your mental health? Do you treat it the same as…
Caught on the Mike..."The Spirit and Spark" of Psychic & Medium- Dallisa Hocking
Albert Einstein once said, "The intuitive mind is a sacred gift and the rational mind is a faithful servant. We have created a society that honors the servant…
Caught on the Mike..."From Somewhere In Between" with James Clark of Kill The Lights
Back in the band days, I was very tempted to leave Omaha, NE and make Minneapolis my home. Largely because of the good friends I made there and the music of…
Caught on the Mike..."Mason on the Mic" with Mason from The Daily Cannon
How did you pivot in the year that was 2020? My next guest is a well-known Seattle radio personality that has built quite the following on the social media app…
Caught on the Mike..."If you know, you know.. The Story of No Pride Records.."
No Pride Records was a Nebraska based collaborative of rock bands that existed from 2003-2006. The goal was simple: align talent, skills, and connections to…
Caught on the Mike..."The Cult of Adam" with comic and podcaster Adam Nutter
In this episode Mike is joined by stand up comic- Adam Nutter. Adam is also the founder of DropTent Media, The Cult of Us Podcast, The Porcupine podcast, and…
Caught on the Mike..."A different kind of freedom.." with documentarian Jia Wertz
After nearly 20 years in the fashion industry, Jia Wertz took a turn at the crossroads and became a true crime documentarian. Her movie, "Conviction," can be…
Caught on the Mike..."Derby, Cats, and Nerd Sh*T" with Taryn Oliver
On this episode, Mike talks with our friend Taryn Oliver about Roller Derby, Being a Teacher, Cats, Dealing with Covid and the Marvel Cinematic Universe. We…
Caught on the Mike..."Boss, I'm tired..." A solo tale about work ethic.
In this second "Mike-ro" (micro) solo episode I talk about the mindset of work ethic, and the hellfire week that brought this episode about. Also, I talk about…
Caught on the Mike..."The Heart of the Lionheart" with UFC's Anthony "Lionheart" Smith
It wasn't luck that pushed Anthony Smith to the top of the UFC. It was grit, hard work, character, and determination. It was being ok with falling down, and…
Caught on the Mike..."From Setbacks to Comebacks" talking addiction & recovery with Ryan McLaughlin & Amanda Colanino
On this special episode of the podcast, Mike talks to his friends Ryan and Amanda about where they're at in life, while addressing a disease that is currently…
Caught on the Mike..."Climbing Beyond Limits" with climber Sean Swarner
He's climbed the largest peak on every continent, skied to both the North & South Pole, completed the Hawaii Ironman Triathalon, all while being a two-time…
Caught on the Mike..."Your Attitude, Your Choice" with the AMAZING Nebraska Cornhusker -Aaron Davis
He's a professional speaker, coach, trainer, collegiate athlete (member of the '94 Nebraska Cornhusker football team!), great guy, and all around expert on…
Caught on the Mike..."Two-Tone Records & a Video Store" with director Taylor Morden (The Last Blockbuster)
Had a FANTASTIC chat with Taylor Morden- the director/producer of "Here's To Life: The Story of the Refreshments," "Pick It Up: SKA in the 90's," and his…
Caught on the Mike..."Good People in the neighborhood" with MMA legend- Houston "The Assassin" Alexander
Last episode of 2020 and it's a great one!! MMA great Houston "The Assassin" Alexander gets on the Zoom machine and talks Hip-Hop, UFC career, life, and his…
Caught on the Mike..."What in the world is a Ranch Bowl??" with Austin Anderson & Jeff VanRoy
The "storied" Ranch Bowl Entertainment Center in Omaha, NE. Before shuttering in 2005, this was the crossroads between obscurity and fame. Having hosted shows…
Caught on the Mike..."The Ocho- Why I started a podcast!" SPECIAL SOLO EPISODE
In this very first Mike-ro (micro) episode of the podcast, Mike explains his mission statement and why he started a podcast and the life season that led him…
Caught on the Mike..."Pizza and Que, we might talk our rock bands too"- with Matt Frampton of Urban Slicer
Hot Grill on Grill Action..... A team name worthy of putting a smile on anybody's face! Today we sit down with our old buddy Matt Frampton- we talk about…
Caught on the Mike..."Your Journey is Our Purpose" with Dalton Schnase of Complete Health
After a year like 2020, heath and wellness are at the utmost importance for most of us. Mike is joined by Dalton Schnase of Complete Health of Nebraska and…
Caught on the Mike..."Ready to be New Again" with DJ $weetlife/Eric Swanson
From California to Nebraska to Pennsylvania and back to Omaha- Mike talks with long time friend Eric Swanson aka DJ $weetlife about music's impact on their…
Caught on the Mike...The Hustle and Heart of "Oh Hello's" Natalie Micale
Natalie is a former morning feature reporter and anchor in Lincoln, NE. Currently, she is the co-founder and CEO of digital marketing firm: “Oh-Hello.”…
Caught on the Mike..."From Chaos Comes Clarity" with Jerad Downs - Lincoln Brazillian JiuJitsu
Jerad Downs from Lincoln Brazillian Jiu-Jitsu Center in Lincoln, NE joins us to talk about the benefits of a disciplined martial art during such chaotic times…
Caught on the Mike...“Anxiety & The Afterlife”- talking ghosts with Johnny Houser (at the VIllisca Axe Murder House)
In this episode, Michael talks with his old friend- Johnny Houser. Johnny has been seen on a variety of shows on such networks as the Travel Channel and SyFy…
Caught on the Mike...“Once upon a time, we were a band..” - with Lowell and Corey of Aurasing
In this debut episode, MIke has two of his best friends- Corey & Lowell on to discuss their mid-2000's band known as Aurasing. This is less about a rock band…