In this episode of Mike on Mic, I sit down with my guy Sam Franklin. One of the top basketball minds in Illinois. From running elite training sessions to coaching high school ball, Sam’s been grinding since 2018.

We get into his journey, how he started from scratch, built his name up one workout at a time, and what it takes to develop talent at every level. We also talk about coaching, the pressure of summer ball, building trust with players, and what separates the good from the great.

Whether you’re a hooper, coach, or just love the grind, this one’s for you.

This week, Mike taps in with fashion influencer and longtime friend Mitch Morrow. The two met at Illinois State and graduated together, but Mitch has always stood out, especially when it comes to style. With a few thousand followers on Instagram Mitch has carved out a lane for himself in the fashion space.

They talk about how personal style became a form of expression, building an online presence without losing authenticity, and how fashion influenced their friend group back in college. Mitch also shares what’s next as he steps into a new chapter, new city, new vibes, same drip.

In this episode, Mike sits down with his longtime friend Sebastian Moore, a creative, a thinker, and a music artist. The two met at ISU and have been locked in ever since. Sebastian talks about what it’s like making a major move across the country, how he’s balancing life, work, and creativity, and why he’s choosing purpose over comfort.

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