Dr. Ashleigh Robinson is the Founder of Accommodental & the host of the ResiDENTAL Movement podcast. She is a fellow Buffalonian that cares deeply for her patients in Western New York. She has experience treating patients in their homes, hospitals, long-term care facilities, private practices, and community health centers. Dr. Ashleigh is passionat…

Jeff is a true visionary and pioneer who will be guiding us on a journey to achieving holistic mental and financial fitness while breaking free from outdated systems. We’re going to dive into the world of digital currency ecosystems and discover how they can empower us to thrive in a more accessible and efficient global economy. In this episode, Je…

This episode delves into the complexities of creating a psychologically safe workplace, featuring Jackie Insinger, an expert in cognitive psychology and the author of 'Spark Brilliance: How the Science of Positive Psychology Will Ignite, Engage, and Transform Your Team'. The conversation explores the varying perceptions of psychological safety, the…

This week I chat with John Miles; keynote speaker, author, combat veteran, and host of the #1 ranked alternative health podcast, Passion Struck! John shares his origin story - from Naval Academy graduate and military officer to Fortune 50 CIO and "recovering senior executive." Despite reaching high levels of career success, John realized that he ne…

Our guest today is Travis Davenport, founder of Wolf & Iron, a company that helps CEOs and entrepreneurs build thriving cultures and workplaces centered around personal values. Travis discusses the importance of belonging to a "wolf pack" community that inspires and challenges you, while also developing close "iron sharpens iron" relationships that…

You have pondered the idea of starting a podcast…or maybe somebody suggested the idea to you and now you are seriously considering it. This episode is for you! Starting a podcast allows you to share your passion, connect with like-minded individuals, and build a community around shared interests. Podcasting serves as a tool for personal branding an…

This week we're diving into the inspiring story of Tessa Arnold, co-founder and COO of Snapback Energy! Tessa's journey with Snapback started after she tragically lost her husband. In his honor, she took the reins and made his vision for the company a reality! The first flavor of Snapback Energy was actually his creation, adding a heart-felt person…

Samantha is a vivacious soul with a passion for life, business, and charity. She is the CEO of Manna Made, a dynamic company specializing in brand development, graphic and website design, custom clothing, and event management. Since its inception in January 2022, Manna Made has quickly grown to serve over 20 businesses, enhancing their branding and…

Martha Hoy is a nurse, writer, and humanitarian with a passion to help improve the lives of children in her community as well as the global community. She penned her incredible life journey in her books 'Lead With Your Heart' and ‘Enjoy the Journey’ and she is joining us today to discuss her latest book Front Lines 2020: Nurses Speak which is a mem…

This week I’m on the road visiting my daughter Isabel to celebrate Halloween together. Rather than release a guest interview, I decided to replay my interview on Heart 2 Talk hosted by Theresa Cesare. She is a fantastic interviewer and we talked about my journey going from W2 to creating my business Social Chameleon & launching Mike’D Up! During th…

Howdy, fellow podcast junkies! Whether you're already hooked like me or thinking about starting your own show, this episode is a must-listen! Let's dive into my top 10 benefits of podcasting! First and foremost, podcasting is an amazing way to serve others. By sharing your knowledge and experiences, you can provide valuable information and entertai…

Jon Beebe returns to the pod to share a recent adventure & challenge that had been a goal of his for a very long time. He made a one-day round trip to Disney World from his home in PA. That’s right, he flew from Philly to Orlando, visited all 4 Disney World parks, and returned home in less than 24 hours! On his park-hopping sprint he carried a limi…

Leo Treadwell is the founder of 'I am the Matrix' and the inventor of Autobiographical Feedback, an Organic Intelligence Language Model. He has had the honor and privilege of serving an extremely diverse number of individuals and organizations including Jane Goodall, Nelson Mandela, the United States Navy Junior ROTC Leadership Academy to name a fe…

As a proud Girl Dad on National Daughters Day I thought it was fitting to replay this episode of Dad Space, when I was interviewed by Dave Campbell! During the interview, I discuss: The Joys of Being a Dad My Strong Relationship With My Daughter Advice for First Time Dads Being a Single Dad How Our Children All “Pop” at Different Times How to Invol…

When I first started my business, I followed the "ready, fire, aim" approach which caused much more harm than good. While taking action is critical, being strategic before launching would have saved me time, money, and headaches. If I could do it again, I would have treated starting a business more like baking a cake - following the precise recipe …

I’m thrilled to welcome Sharon Tasman, founder of HTBiz Law to the show! With over 30 years of experience, Sharon is a powerhouse business and tech attorney dedicated to serving solo and small business owners. At HTBiz Law, Sharon brings the expertise of a global firm with the personal touch of a boutique practice. She's passionate about empowering…

Paul Hutchinson is an Executive Producer of the box-office hit Sound of Freedom that has surpassed over $180 Million in ticket sales within its first month. He played a key role in the undercover rescue mission portrayed in the film. Since that time he has led over 70 undercover rescue missions in 15 countries. He is the founder of The Child Libera…

CHEERS TO 200 EPISODES of Mike’D Up! Thank YOU for being on this amazing journey with me! Each week for the past 200 consecutive mondays I have released a new episode of the show and it’s crazy to say that, until today, I haven’t shared my FULL story yet. It’s been my focus to interview and highlight my amazing guests who have been gracious with th…

Del Reid returns to the show in time to kick off the Buffalo Bills season and share exciting news about the growth of 26 Shirts, a do-good apparel company based in Buffalo, NY. To date they have raised over 1.8M dollars for heart-centered causes in the Western New York community. Del, a die-hard Bills fan, takes on Bills Trivia, Buffalo Themed Rapi…

Are you tired of feeling like you were destined for greatness but struggle to get out of your own way? Jake Kauffman joins the show to help YOU navigate those frustrating self-imposed roadblocks. He's an International Men's Transformation Coach & Spiritual Mentor, and he's got the skills to help purpose-driven men and entrepreneurs reach their full…

This week Mike welcomes Robin Dreeke back to the show to continue the declassified convo about Robin's life and experiences in the FBI and how he is using that knowledge to help others. Robin is an Executive Coach, Best-Selling Author, Professional Speaker, Podcast Host, former Marine Corps Officer, and retired FBI Special Agent. During his time wi…

Rick Warner is a personal development coach, mentor, and highly respected real estate broker based in California. His story is one of triumph over adversity. At 20 years old, he found himself homeless and addicted to drugs but with the help of a supportive community, he was able to turn his life around. Now, over 30 years later, he remains committe…

In this episode, I’m joined by Connor Steinbrook, who built one of the largest real estate organizations in North America called the Wolfpack Organization through eXp Realty. They're the fastest growing real estate brokerage in North American HISTORY! Connor has expanded into multiple industries, including insurance, network marketing, small busine…

After seeing the Sound of Freedom, I was inspired to create this episode and shed light on an important topic that needs more awareness - human trafficking and especially child sex trafficking and exploitation. It's important that we no longer avoid these uncomfortable conversations so we can become educated and take action to help those in need. T…

Roger Martin is the CEO of ThriveMore Brands, RockBox Fitness, and beem™ Light Sauna. He’s owned and operated multiple RockBox studios and currently owns the flagship beem™ Light Sauna studio in uptown Charlotte, North Carolina. He is also the host of the brand new podcast, ThriveMore with Roger Martin! His mission is to help you live your best lif…

Clara Capano joins the show to reach and help Mompreneurs & Dadpreneurs increase their FOCUS and PRODUCTIVITY so they can achieve success without guilt, overwhelm and burnout! We cover a lot of ground in this convo, from the inspiration behind her courses, to detailed and strategic advice for young entrepreneurs. Clara also shares the difference be…

This week I have the pleasure of interviewing Christopher Michael, a visionary coach who has been igniting self-discovery & empowering individuals for over 20 years! Christopher's background as a talented hairstylist has allowed him to build strong personal connections with his clients. This connection led him to discover his true calling– helping …

Mike welcomes his friend and mastermind colleague Dave Seligsohn to the show for an encouraging chat about service and the power of a positive corporate culture. Dave is a multi-disciplined ‘C’ level leader who thrives in turnaround situations, new business startups and helping under-performing teams in worldwide environments get back on the right …

Justin Schenck joins Mike for a powerful conversation on the lessons he learned from adversity and failure, as well as insights from key mentors, coaches, cheerleaders, supporters, and critics. Any entrepreneur or creator who feels like they have hit a brick wall will be reignited by Justin’s story. Justin Schenck is an entrepreneur, speaker and th…

Over the last 38 weeks John Cerasani has built and launched his personal brand, starting with his podcast "2000 Percent Raise", writing a book and taking social media by storm. What truly sets him apart is that he didn't just have great intentions - he put in the work, learned what he needed to know, and partnered with the right people to make it h…

Carla is on a mission to ignite possibility and equip you with the mindset and toolset to create meaningful, productive, and fulfilling lives! By applying these tools over the past 2 decades, Carla has innovated and created a fulfilling life of her own, including a whole, loving, growing, thriving marriage of 20+ years. She’s raised two kind, indep…

This week we take a deep dive with serial entrepreneur, fitness specialist, and plant-based food pioneer, Howard "Howie" Panes! He shares his passion for healthy living, plant-based foods for kids, fitness, and building a scalable business. Howie is the co-founder of Mighty Yum, a plant-based substitute for Lunchables that provides kids with health…

This week Mike welcomes Shawn Moore to #mikedup for an inspirational and informative conversation about the risks and rewards of real estate investing and the explosion of vacation rental properties. Shawn is an active real estate investor, the host of the Vacation Rental Revolution podcast, and the founder of Vodyssey.com, the #1 Vacation Rental I…

This week Mike is excited to welcome Travis Steffen to #mikedup for an awesome conversation about entrepreneurship and growing your business. Travis is a serial entrepreneur with 8 successful exits to date across a variety of industries. He's gotten companies onto the Inc 500, is a published business author, and has written for or been featured in …

This week Mike welcomes his friend of over 25 years Jon Beebe to the show for a reflective and inspirational look at how transitioning into a full-time entrepreneur after 14 years in ministry has changed his mindset but not his mission. Jon is a husband, father of three girls, traveler, and entrepreneur with a passion for living and working in ways…

This week Mike welcomes Robin Dreeke to the show for a declassified talk about his life and experiences in the FBI and how he is using that knowledge to help others. Robin is an Executive Coach, Best-Selling Author, Professional Speaker, Podcast Host, former Marine Corps Officer, and retired FBI Special Agent. During his time with the agency Robin …

This is a must listen episode for anyone who relies on their website to convert business! AJ Davis joins the show to enlighten us on the power of great website research, conversion rate optimization (CRO), and the importance of understanding consumer behavior. AJ is a CRO specialist and founder of Experiment Zone, a company dedicated to helping onl…

Michael Stein joins the show for a conversation about filmmaking, entrepreneurship, show business, and comedy. Michael is a serial entrepreneur, actor, writer, director, producer and stand-up comedian who has worked with multiple Academy Award winning actors, filmmakers, producers and fortune 500 leaders. Michael played the original Dirk Diggler in…

Roselyn Kasmire is an award winning author & educator who is very active in the Western New York community, volunteering at many charities and local organizations. She’s involved in community outreach and the education of young minds! Roselyn is an author of 5 amazing books including Billy Buffalo’s Big Catch, Pancho Power, and The Misadventures of…

I recently had the honor of being a guest on "Digital Champions" which is a show in support of Daily Ad Brief. Charlene Shirk & Jonathan Silva did a great job hosting the show and I wanted to share it with YOU! Normally the limelight is on my guests; this week I'm taking a few mins to share the podcast services that we offer at Social Chameleon. Si…

Cary Valentine joins the show for an impactful conversation about overcoming doubt. He share’s his journey from world class musician to best selling author and performance coach for elite athletes, business performers, and executives. Cary Valentine’s Champion Your Inner Game peak performance system has helped countless individuals around the globe…

Kyle Livingston joins the show to share and reflect on his incredible journey of adversity, entrepreneurship, and persistence. Kyle has a truly inspirational story that begins before he was even born and spans a life of both incredible highs and devastating lows. From being left at a yard sale as a 12 week old baby, to grappling with the blessings …

Aly Light joins #Mikedup for a candid and liberating discussion on communication, individualism, sex and self love. Aly is a new-age transformational leader, pioneering sexual liberation. As a tantric lifestyle teacher and advocate for women, she is making space for deeper communication between men and women, and the individuality coupled with true…

Mike Millner joins the show for an eye-opening conversation on improving your health, your relationship with yourself, and how to accomplish your fitness goals by focusing on the most important factor, mindset! Mike breaks down why defining our actions, habits, routines, and values are crucial for mastering our mindset and why overcoming our strugg…

David Drebin joins #MikedUp for a great discussion about creativity, art, and inspiration! David is a graduate of Parsons School of Design; he began his career in commercial photography and then quickly made a name for himself advancing into the world of contemporary fine art. Over the years, his signature film style has evolved into other art form…

This week I was excited to welcome my friend and fellow podcaster Linda Bucher to #mikedup for an incredible conversation about the transformative power of finding your purpose and changing your outlook. Linda is a business mentor and a Master Certified Life Coach who has inspired hundreds of people to find their best selves and transform their out…

David Carlin joins #MikedUp for an honest and uncompromising look into his amazing entrepreneurial journey co-founding Carlin Global alongside his wife Patricia. Carlin Global has literally dominated the #paymentprocessing industry for over two decades helping to bring many of the first #ecommerce brands into the online world. David and Patricia we…

This week I welcome Troy Ericson to the show for a great discussion about the power and profitability of effective email marketing. Troy Ericson is the owner of Copywriting.org, EmailDeliverability.com, & EmailListManagement.com. His company is called Email Paramedic, the leading Email List Management Agency that has generated over $50,000,000 for …

This week I am honored to welcome Dr. Alfiee Breland-Noble to the show for an inspiring and eye-opening discussion about mental health and her mission to make mental health services more accessible and more relatable within diverse communities. Dr. Alfiee knows how it feels to be an outsider and in this episode, she shares her journey from Virginia…

This special episode was recorded on my birthday and it was a no-brainer that I invited my daughter Izzy to join me as a special guest to kick off the show! I then recount my experience witnessing the scary incident that occurred during MNF two weeks ago and how the connection between FAITH & FOOTBALL is now stronger than ever. I share a devotional…