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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In this episode, Mike sits down with his longtime friend Buda, an entrepreneur, father, and lowkey philosopher. From co-founding a sneaker resell business that made real waves to stepping back and shifting his focus to fatherhood, health, and intentional living, Buda’s journey is one of growth and clarity. The two reflect on where it all started, what success really means, and why Buda walks with purpose

*We lost the last 3ish Mins of Recording due to some technical issues*

This week on Mike on Mic, Mike sit down with his good friend Enzo Fuentes—an outdoorsman with a wild story. From college life to cutting weight, climbing mountains, and guiding youth through the wilderness, Enzo’s journey is all about transformation. We talk about leaving comfort zones, finding peace in nature, and the dreams he’s chasing next!

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In this episode of Mike on Mic, Host, Mike Robinson sits down with, guest Gerard Brown-Shipp. They talk about his journey to the historic halls of Morehouse College to making moves in the world of corporate banking. We get into what shaped him, how he navigates that space as a Black man, and the grind it took to get where he’s at today. It’s a real convo about growth, purpose, and reflection.

In the very first episode of Mike on Mic, I am joined by a special guest who wears two hats, professional photographer and behavioral therapist. We get into how they found their way, the struggles, the switch-ups, and what it really took to get where they are now. It’s real, it’s honest, and it's the kind of story that makes you think about your own path.

Tap in, it’s only the beginning.