Pass the "Mike" with Mike Pehote and Mike Gervasi

This week the Mikes discuss traditions for students and also discuss which traditions are overrated/underrated. The epsidoe wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

A special episode in which the Mikes discuss what the first week of work/school is like for teachers before students arrive next week.

The Mikes are joined by Superintendent of the Gibraltar School District Ms. Amy Conway to discuss her education and career journey and the start of the 26-27 school year. Overrated/Underrated this week, the game. The episode wraps up with "Hot Mike" takes from everyone.

The Mikes are joined by Carlson High School alumnus, division one college athlete, and founder of Fore Down Golf Ian Stewart to discuss his journey from college football to the business world. Overrated/Underrated - Tik Tok. The episode wraps up with "Hot Mike" takes. Please check out Fore Down Golf!

The Mikes start to wrap up summer by sharing their goals for the 2026 - 2027 school year. Overrated/Underrated - school supplies. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

The Mikes are joined by special guest Rene Perez to discuss his education journey and career path working at entertainment venues across the area. Overrated/Underrated - game shows. The episode wraps up with "Hot Mike" takes.

This week the Mikes discuss robots in the classroom. Overrated/Underrated the game. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

This week the Mikes discuss scandals and the importance of public relations with schools and colleges. Overrated/Underrated this week - sport traditions. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

The Mikes are back and discuss which skills they would like to learn to make life easier and/or more exciting. Overrated/Underrated - hot things. The episode wraps up with our t-shirt drawing and "Hot Mike" takes.

The Mikes are joined this week by Taylor Kennedy alumus Kymane Clark to discuss moving to a new school for his senior year of high school. Overrated/Underrated this week - The City of Taylor. The episode wraps up with "Hot Mike" takes.

Shumate Middle School teacher Max Bailey joins the show to discuss his long-running and very successful summer basketball camp. Overrated/Underrated this week - the game. The episode wraps up with "Hot Mike" taks.

This week the Mikes discuss other jobs they find similar to teaching. Overrated/Underrated - The World Cup. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

As the Mikes wrap up the school year they discuss their summer plans. Overrated/Underrated - class reunions. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

This week the Mikes are joined by Jeff Samford and Kelly Warren to discuss the new aviation club and program at Carlson High School. Overrated/Underrated this week - the game. The episode wraps up with Hot Mike takes.

The Mikes welcome in Carlson High School ALUMNA and Gibraltar School District first-year teacher McKenzie Harris to discuss her experiences as a recent college graduate and new teacher. Overrated/Underrated - just in time for grilling season, condiments. The episode wraps up with "Hot Mike" takes.

This week the Mikes discuss all the work and time involved with field trips and their experiences as chaperones. Overrated/Underrated - field trip locations. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

The Mikes are back for teacher appreciation 2026 for some teacher shout-outs. Overrated/Underrated - the game. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

This week the Mikes discuss how they view students growing through their high school years. Overrated/Underrated - spring clean-ups around the house. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take

This week the Mike's Discuss a Bridge Michigan article that focuses on what changes should come to Michigan High Schools. Overrated/Underrated this week - The Game. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

This week the Mikes discuss their oldest about to graduate (one from high school, one from college). Overrated/Underrated - smells. Along with our "Hot Mikes" a Pass the Mike First, a pop in special guest.

To celebrate episode 200 the Mikes invite guests onto future episodes. Overrated/Underrated - Stuff from the first 199 episodes. The episode wraps up with a joint Hot Mike! Happy Spring Break everyone!

Join the Mikes as they discuss what they are reading this March. Overrated/Underrated cover songs vs. originals. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

You have heard the name mentioned many times before and now Dr. Patrick Rice joins us in Studio B to discuss his education journey. Overrated/Underrated The Game. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

This week the Mikes discuss this Detroit Free Press column by Mitch Albom. Overrated/Underrated - Sights. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

This week the Mikes discuss knowing when is the right time to step away from teaching. Overrated/Underrated - The Game. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

The Mikes are back and are here to discuss Michigan's attempt to improve post-secondary education in the state. Overrated/underrated, sounds. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

The Mikes got so much feedback on tech in education, we continued the discussion this week. Overrated/Underrated - winter gear/accessories. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

This week the Mikes discuss the negative impact of technology in the classroom. Overrated/Underrated this week is In/Out for 2026. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

The Mikes are back and discuss 2026 being an election year and its impact on education. Overrated/Underrated this week - The Game. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

Happy New Year! The Mikes kick off 2026 with their education resolutions. Overrated/Underrated - college bowl games. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

The Mikes are back to discuss their winter break plans. Overrated/Underrated this week - stocking stuffers. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

This week the Mikes discuss the discipline aspect of education. Overrated/Underrated - Holiday Pop-Up events. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

This week the Mikes discuss the somewhat shocking NBC poll about college being worth the cost. Overrated/Underrated the game. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

This week the Mikes welcome Carlson High School special education teacher and varsity football coach Jason Gendron to the show. Overrated/Underrated this week - Thanksgiving football. The episode wraps up with "Hot Mike" takes. Happy Thanksgiving to all!

This week the Mikes welcomed fans of the show in to ask them about their favorite memory/aspect of the show and who we should have on as guests in the future. Thank you to all of our guests.

This week the Mikes discuss helping students with non-classroom-related questions or issues. Overrated/Underrated - working the pressbox championship game addition. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

The Mikes are joined by Carlson Alumna and CHS teacher Erin Torres to discuss returning to Carlson High School to work as a teacher. Overrated/Underrated the game. The episode wraps up with everyones "Hot Mike" takes.

This week the Mikes discuss their upcoming four-year anniversary. Overrated/Underrated this week - podcasts/podcasting. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

This week the Mikes discuss the value of school meals and working lunch duty. Overrated/Underrated - fall break. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

To celebrate School Principals Month the Mikes are joined by Carlson High School Principal Jessica Shultz. Dr. Rice's Overrated/Underrated game reappears this week. The episode wraps up with "Hot Mike" takes.

This week the Mikes discuss the non-financial perks of working in education. Overrated/Underrated - the extra-long summer season we are experiencing. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

This week the Mikes discuss how being a dad influenced their teaching. Overrated/Underrated - NFL games overseas. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

This week the Mikes discuss the difficult job of substitute teaching. Overrated/Underrated this week - sports gear. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

This week the Mikes discuss working with a student teacher. Overrated/Underrated comes from Dr. Rice's random card game. The episode wraps up with Hot "Mike" take.s

This week the Mikes discuss what education will look like in ten years. Overrated/Underrated - car features. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

This week the Mikes discuss the budget standoff in Lansing and what it means for schools and the state in general. Overrated/Underrated this week - "Hype songs." The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

Join the Mikes as they discuss the ever-changing "Next Big Thing" in education. Then it is the premiere of Dr. Rice's "Overrated/Underrated" game. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

This week the Mikes discuss the new battle between AI, College, and The Trades. Overrated/Underrated - School Photos. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

This week the Mikes discuss their podcast presentation a PEO chapter at The Grosse Ile Presbyterian Church. Overrated/Underrated this week - The Detroit Lions. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.

The Mikes share their education goals for the 25 - 26 school year. Overrated/Underrated this week, Ohio. The episode wraps up with each Mikes "Hot Mike" take.