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Written by: Michael Clark
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 Caught on the Mike is an open-format podcast that shines a spotlight on fascinating individuals from all walks of life, sharing their unique journeys and experiences.
With a diverse guest lineup ranging from musicians and actors to athletes and critics, the show fosters connection and inspiration in every episode.

To date, Caught on the Mike has featured an impressive lineup of guests, including Brian Austin Green (*Beverly Hills 90210*), Sean Kanan (*Cobra Kai*), and Ryan Key (*Yellowcard*) plus many, many more
Hosted by former Midwestern musician Michael Clark, the podcast aims to inspire and uplift listeners through compelling anecdotes and powerful narratives.Copyright Caught on the Mike Music Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Jake Thistle- Singer, songwriter, contestant on American Idol

    Jake Thistle- Singer, songwriter, contestant on American Idol
    Feb 23 2026
    Fresh off his February 16th premiere on American Idol, Jake Thistle joins me on Caught on the Mike to talk about his latest single, “Sleep On Me” — a bold, confident statement from an artist stepping into his moment.

    We break down the meaning behind the track, the edge and urgency in the songwriting, and how it reflects where Jake is mentally and creatively right now. With a sound rooted in classic ’70s and ’80s influence but sharpened for today, “Sleep On Me” feels like both a warning shot and a breakthrough.

    We also get into his Idol experience, working with powerhouse producer Butch Walker, and how national exposure collides with years of groundwork.

    This episode is about belief, timing, and what happens when the world finally starts paying attention.
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    37 mins
  • Kevin and Mike of Great Danes

    Kevin and Mike of Great Danes
    Feb 16 2026
    On this week’s episode of Caught on the Mike, I sit down with Kevin and Mike of Great Danes — a project built on experience, reinvention, and unfinished business.

    Longtime fans will remember Kevin and Mike from their earlier chapter in Halifax, the melodic pop-punk/emo band that helped soundtrack the mid-2000s alternative scene with high-energy anthems and emotionally charged songwriting. After years of growth, perspective, and life beyond that era, they’ve reemerged with Great Danes — a band that feels more refined, more intentional, and creatively fearless.

    In this conversation, we talk about what it really means to evolve as artists, how their Halifax years shaped them, and why Great Danes isn’t about chasing nostalgia — it’s about building something that reflects who they are right now. From touring memories to the creative risks that come with starting fresh, this one hits on legacy, growth, and the hunger to keep making meaningful music.
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    46 mins
  • Author: Carla Ondrasik

    Author: Carla Ondrasik
    Feb 12 2026
    What if the one word holding you back is the word you use the most?

    On this episode of Caught on the Mike, Mike sits down with Carla Ondrasik—bestselling author of STOP TRYING!, former Vice President of Creative Writer Development at EMI Music Publishing, and the creator of the powerful No Try philosophy.

    Carla spent over 20 years helping sell millions of records, working with legendary artists like Mariah Carey, Cher, NSYNC, and Christina Aguilera, and famously discovered John Ondrasik (Five for Fighting) by hearing him sing through a wall—and choosing to act. In this conversation, she breaks down how the word “try” quietly programs hesitation and excuses, why incomplete intentions drain mental energy, how replacing “try” with decisive action activates momentum, confidence, and dopamine, and why trying harder often leads to worse results. Most importantly, she shares simple, science-backed ways to turn intention into action and finally do the things we keep saying we’ll try.
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    43 mins
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