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MichMash

by Mich Hancock

Crazy interesting people with amazing insights, perspectives, and stories to share. In the last section, Mich asks questions that tend to spark conversations that may not otherwise take place. Thought-provoking stuff here!

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Episodes

  1. Erica Williams

    Erica Williams and I talk about her inspiration for founding "A Red Circle", her mission to promote racial equity, having five children and going back to school, how her school project turned into a non-profit organization, "we all bleed red", education programming, teaching food resourcefulness,...

  2. Jeff and Shell Tripp

    Jeff and Shell Tripp and I talk about losing their brother and daughter to suicide, starting the Say Something Foundation in their honor, suicide does not discriminate, mental illness, helping your family members who are experiencing suicidal thoughts, the amazing volunteer base they have built,...

  3. Will Erker

    Will Erker and I talk about intactivism, the history of male circumcision and how it became an American custom, what we teach in schools about circumcision, how we lack informed consent around circumcision in hospitals, female circumcision around the world, the body keeps the score, informing...

  4. Pamela King

    Pamela King and I talk about extreme independence causing burnout, thinking you have to reach your goals by yourself, finding your people and a sisterhood, a date to the Butterfly House, taking action towards your goals, not waiting for a "why", being deployed and away from family, supporting…

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  5. Legacy Jackson

    Legacy Jackson and I talk about what it was like to be a TEDxStLouis speaker, Little Legacies, her 501(c)(3) community service organization for kids that she started in 2016, how she wants to decorate her car, Disney Dreamers Academy and feeling like a celebrity, being on the Drew Barrymore Show,...

  6. Cynthia Chapple

    Cynthia Chapple and I talk about staying curious enough to ask tough questions, what it was like to be a TEDxStLouis speaker, Black Girls Do STEM and the program's goal to create a sense of belonging and self-worth for marginalized girls, the range of topics the girls have access to, from fashion...

  7. Mary Ruppert-Stroescu

    Mary Ruppert-Stroescu and I talk about sustainable fashion, her thrifted dress from the 1960s, biodegradable materials, fast fashion, the deflation of prices on clothes, having "way too much fun" when working, leadership vs. adaptive creativity, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an open...

  8. Parker Smith

    Parker Smith and I talk about moving to Connecticut to become a caretaker for his grandmother in his 20s, rebuilding a bridge in her backyard, learning how to be proactive instead of reactive, the effects of dementia, the challenges of being a full-time caretaker, moving back to St. Louis…

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  9. Lauren Taylor

    Lauren Taylor and I talk about experiencing a traumatic brain injury, being in a coma for six weeks, living your one life, being a pre-medical student, recovery is different for everyone, being told she'd never walk again to being able to run, horses as therapy, her love for horses, and so much...

  10. Brad Arteaga

    Brad Arteaga and I talk about the history of Arteaga Photos LTD, their historical photos of The Gateway Arch being built, taking celebrity photos, Spain, long plane rides, donating platelets, St. Louis history, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an open platform for our guests to be heard.…

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  11. Cynthia Kirkpatrick

    Cynthia Kirkpatrick and I talk about her podcast "She Lift", working in a male-dominated field, accounting and financial planning, having no desire to golf, being a lifelong learner, buying too much butter, training a parrot to give you daily mantras, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an…

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  12. Cathy Davis

    Cathy Davis and I talk about working in book publishing, anthologies, giving women the opportunity to step up and speak up, stories of transformation, Groundhog Day, Oprah, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an open platform for our guests to be heard. The views expressed by our guests are…

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  13. Betsy Cohen

    Betsy Cohen and I talk about what it was like to be a TEDx speaker, telling a creative, personable story, the word "immigrant", why we need immigrants, the STL Mosaic Project, the job scarcity mindset and how it can be harmful, being vulnerable online, what it's like to have a husband who is a...

  14. Prospect

    Prospect and I talk about giving the community what it needs, setting up education plans, unlearning the scarcity mindset, crystals, how to get involved with Guardian Angel Settlement Association, "blessings look messed up in the beginning", and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an open platform...

  15. JJ Kirkpatrick

    JJ Kirkpatrick and I talk about video production and the film industry, finding his calling at 17, creating legacy videos and telling a story, the joy of interviewing, living in New York, Why the Face, what documentary he would want to create for Netflix, and so much more! Mitchell Blackwood...

  16. Shevah Pinkus

    Shevah Pinkus and I talk about the poetic nature of perfuming, her business "Perfuming Intentions", how she comes up with her scents, strong noses, the Hollister scent, aromatherapy, creating the smell of your future, chakras and energy, and so much more! Perfuming Intentions MichMash is an open...

  17. James and Braden Hawkins

    James Hawkins, Braden Hawkins, and I talk about coaching football, Nathan Laws and how he battled Mitochondrial Disease, The Musial Awards, the Rams, creating a feeling of family at work, all roads lead to St. Louis, giving back money and time, living in a city where you don't know anyone, and so...

  18. Nancy Nix-Rice

    Nancy Nix-Rice and I talk about fashion vs. style, finding the clothes that are right for you, points of connection, endless wardrobe combinations, spotting trends that won't last, how discarded clothing is the second largest polluter of our planet, the problems with fast fashion, shopping at...

  19. Kyra Krakos

    Kyra Krakos and I talk about collaborating and brainstorming with the science professionals of St. Louis, urban orchards and pollination success, the Missouri Botanical Garden, having thousands of hours of bee footage, America's obsession with manicured lawns, being haunted by the ghost of…

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  20. Julie Antonic

    Julie Antonic and I talk about getting married and combining last names, being a TEDxStLouis speaker, Prison Performing Arts, how the alumni company may reduce rates of recidivism, painting, learning to sail, her non-pretentious yacht club, speaking Persian, meeting her birth family, and so much...

  21. Meredith Barry

    Meredith Barry and I talk about being on "Drink Masters" on Netflix, what the audition/interview process was like, her co-owned bars "Platypus" and "New Society", speakeasies, the dark age of drinks, molecular mixology, non-alcoholic cocktails, Trolls, listening is kindness, Bar Boss (vote by...

  22. Ryan Farmer

    Ryan Farmer and I talk about prescription medication costs and how SHARx helps cut costs, The December 5th Fund and how it helps families dealing with cancer, the universe has your back, repeating numbers, telling people that you love them, Boonville, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an…

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  23. Kevin Lashley

    Kevin Lashley and I talk about starting a new marketing company, what it was like to plan and run a conference, picking out event swag, the pros of a local conference with hybrid options, a home with a view, hiking in Yosemite, exploring natural hairstyles, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is…

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  24. Debbie Josendale

    Debbie Josendale and I talk about being an assessment junkie, finding what's "right" with someone, discovering surprising strengths, Human Design and the Body Graph, making grounded decisions by connecting your body and mind, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an open platform for our guests…

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  25. Carrie Burggraf

    Carrie Burggraf and I talk about her book "Owning Your G.R.I.T.", sales, building relationships, what is your "lens", overcoming fear, what it means to be a leader, celebrating wins internally (and with shopping), competition doesn't exist, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an open platform...

  26. Sue Perszyk

    Sue Perszyk and I talk about how Express Medical Transporters helps the community, building relationships, assisted living, building a business and wanting to be the boss, learn from your challenges, finding a community of like-minded women, how women are changing the business world, the St.…

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  27. Patricia Bosman and Susanne Evens

    Patricia Bosman, Susanne Evens, and I talk about their upcoming Annual Christmas Party on December 8, The Haven of Grace, providing shelter for unhoused women and children, impacting generations, the Bosman twins, German food, holding babies, St. Louis, and so much more! TICKETS LINKEDIN…

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  28. Lee Anne Mathews

    Lee Anne Mathews and I talk about TEDxStLouis and preparing the speakers, theater, The Fabulous Fox, connecting kids with theater, living the nomadic lifestyle, Menopause the Musical, the stress of being a college student, how to not ramble, not seeing eye to eye, and so much more! LINKEDIN...

  29. Julia Daniels

    Julia Daniels and I talk about softwares that help you avoid pornography, Sound of Freedom, human trafficking, Ever Accountable, how pornography can rewire the brain, the stigma around porn addiction, mental health, and so much more! LINKEDIN Trigger Warning: We discuss the topics of pornography...

  30. Amanda Doyle

    Amanda Doyle and I talk about St. Louis, her book "Weird and Wonderful", monster trucks, paranormal activity, Momo the Monster, Cryptozoology, paddlefish, Keanu Reeves' band, the perfect day in St. Louis, being quirky-adjacent, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an open platform for our…

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  31. Bill Ellis

    Bill Ellis and I talk about finding your own definition of success, would vs. could, confidence, the ladder to success, legacy, "what's the point?", taking care of your body, podcasting, Louisiana, alligators, sobriety, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an open platform for our guests to be...

  32. Lisa Phillipson

    Lisa Phillipson and I talk about elder care, quality of life, hospice care, making "the call", authentic leadership, being fair, Thanksgiving, admitting the things you don't do well, respect between generations, Barry Manilow, sushi, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an open platform for our...

  33. Julie Boll

    Julie Boll and I talk about fear, non-profit work, being self-employed, Dare to Lead, being courageous, doing the work for yourself, asking for help, meeting Brené Brown, fashion trends, tiny houses, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an open platform for our guests to be heard. The views...

  34. Melanie Maynor

    Melanie Maynor and I talk about preparing for emergencies, aging adults, what part of your story do you want to write, fall prevention, starting your own business, loud dogs and cars, George Strait, hugs, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an open platform for our guests to be heard. The…

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  35. Kelly Pollock

    Kelly Polluck and I talk about the right brain, being a TEDx speaker, exercising creativity, non-profit work, The Berges Family Foundation, campfires, theme songs, sending your child to college, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an open platform for our guests to be heard. The views…

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  36. Marisel Salascruz

    Marisel Salascruz, Melissa Cruz, and I talk about flamenco, sewing costumes, starting a career as a dancer, the flamenco scene in St. Louis, their upcoming "Dreams of Lost Memories" event, Alzheimer's, onions, and so much more! LINKEDIN Dreams of Lost Memories Event MichMash is an open platform…

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  37. Regina Mossotti

    Regina Mossotti and I talk about "the big bad wolf", keystone species, saving the wolves, bats, getting out into nature safely, native plants, working at the St. Louis Zoo, raking leaves, appreciating where you're from, animal personalities, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an open platform...

  38. Nick Holekamp

    Nick Holekamp and I talk about taking care of the whole child, healing through play, family support, healthcare costs, the separation of child and family in the hospital, saying "yes", doing better for each patient, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an open platform for our guests to be…

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  39. Shannon Norman

    Shannon Norman and I talk about peacocks, confidence, giving and accepting compliments, the power of meditation, being aware, potatoes and protein bars, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an open platform for our guests to be heard. The views expressed by our guests are not necessarily the...

  40. Stephanie Martinez

    Stephanie Martinez and I talk about peace of mind, "when I'm gone" file, keeping track of passwords, kaizen, preparing for the inevitable, cherished possessions, celebrating your wins, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an open platform for our guests to be heard. The views expressed by our...

  41. Shep Hyken

    Shep Hyken and I talk about the importance of good customer service, being responsive, Chat GPT, avatars, being your authentic self, using a customer's name, "be amazing", not having a bucket list, magic, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an open platform for our guests to be heard. The…

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  42. Ed Herman

    Ed Herman and I talk about mixing cereal, making videos, creating a safe space, bathrooms, love for St. Louis, penguin houses, good barbecue, the highs and lows of social media, winning Emmys, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an open platform for our guests to be heard. The views expressed…

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  43. Jeffrey Penn May

    Jeffrey Penn May and I talk about standing up to bullies, surviving cancer, undergoing radiation, backpacking in the mountains, psychedelics, writing as therapy, used bookstores, questionable vacations, being kind, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an open platform for our guests to be…

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  44. Justine Froelker

    Justine Froelker and I talk about organizational health, gossip, feeling and speaking your emotions, flying and airports, praying to the universe, moving your body, wildflowers and butterflies, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an open platform for our guests to be heard. The views expressed...

  45. ”LandSpeed” Louise Noeth

    ”LandSpeed” Louise Noeth and I talk about TEDxStLouis, women's history with cars, the Bonneville Salt Flats, airplanes, blimps and how they work, racing, hydrogen vs. solar-powered vs. electric, setting records, Paula Murphy, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an open platform for our guests…

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  46. David Rowan

    David Rowan and I talk about leadership, calculated risks, types of leaders, thought partners, psychology, St. Louis City SC, being vulnerable and aware, valuing your employees, open questions, pickleball, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an open platform for our guests to be heard. The…

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  47. Barnali Gupta

    Barnali Gupta and I talk about service leadership, Saint Louis University, diverse thinkers, learning from younger generations, preparing for jobs that don't exist yet, building community, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an open platform for our guests to be heard. The views expressed by…

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  48. Rhoda Banks

    Rhoda Banks and I talk about helping others reach their goals, moving, connecting, coincidences, being a lifelong learner, HR, seeing people's energy, The Little Mermaid, finding your purpose, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an open platform for our guests to be heard. The views expressed…

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  49. Pierre McCleary

    Pierre McCleary and I talk about saying "hello" to people while passing by, Alopecia, going to the hair salon, cutting out foods, modeling, being yourself, head scarves, hair is just an accessory, influencing, tattoos, and so much more! INSTAGRAM MichMash is an open platform for our guests to be...

  50. Jeff Brockes

    Jeff Brockes and I talk about health and wellness, goals and drive, strength training, making time for exercise, personalized assessments and customized training, working as a team, decreasing inflammation, coaching, and so much more! LINKEDIN MichMash is an open platform for our guests to be...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Crazy interesting people with amazing insights, perspectives, and stories to share. In the last section, Mich asks questions that tend to spark conversations that may not otherwise take place. Thought-provoking stuff here!

HOSTED BY

Mich Hancock

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Crazy interesting people with amazing insights, perspectives, and stories to share. In the last section, Mich asks questions that tend to spark conversations that may not otherwise take place. Thought-provoking stuff here!

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MichMash publishes regularly with 366 episodes available. Check the episode list for the typical release schedule.

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