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Sober for 21 Years: Chris’ AA Journey Twenty one years sober. But Chris will be the first to tell you: getting sober and learning how to live sober are two very different things. In this short from The Chris & Mike Show, Chris opens up about his journey through Alcoholics Anonymous, addiction, recovery, and more than two decades without a drink. The conversation with Soul Garage becomes personal as Chris looks back at the role AA played in those early days and how recovery eventually became about much more than simply not drinking. It's about accountability. Relationships. Making better decisions. Showing up for the people you love. And understanding that sobriety isn't something you accomplish once and then forget about. Chris doesn't hide from where he came from. In fact, those experiences have become part of who he is today. Twenty one years later, the journey continues. Because the greatest thing Chris got from sobriety wasn't just his life back. It was the opportunity to …

Adam DeGraide on Ozzy Osbourne: The Prince of Darkness 🤘 What made Ozzy Osbourne such an important figure in heavy metal? In this clip from The Chris & Mike Show, Adam DeGraide talks with Chris and Mike about Ozzy, his influence on heavy music, and the legacy of the man forever known as The Prince of Darkness. From his groundbreaking years with Black Sabbath to an enormous solo career, Ozzy helped shape the sound, attitude, and image of heavy metal for generations of musicians who followed. For Adam and the ADAM Music Project, it's a conversation about more than just being a fan. It's about recognizing the artists who helped create the blueprint and inspired musicians to push boundaries, take chances, and develop their own sound. There will never be another Ozzy. The Prince of Darkness didn't just perform heavy metal. He helped define it. #ChrisDunham #MikeMichaels #RLS8GUY #Podcast #Spotify #Riverside #ChrisAndMikeShow #AdamDeGraide #ADAMMusicProject #OzzyOsbourne #PrinceOfDar…

What makes a short film different from a feature—or just a short video? We break down what a short film is and why the format matters to filmmakers and actors. Want more conversations like this? Subscribe to the Chris & Mike Show. #ChrisDunham #MikeMichaels #RLS8GUY #Podcast #Spotify #Riverside #ShortFilm #Filmmaking #Actors #YouTubeShorts

How do you build a better relationship, communicate without destroying each other, and keep intimacy alive when real life gets in the way? In Episode 237 of The Chris & Mike Show, Chris Dunham and Mike Michaels sit down with Dr. Stephanie Sigler for a candid, adult conversation about relationships, intimacy, mental health, communication and sexual wellness. Dr. Sigler brings a professional perspective to subjects that couples often struggle to talk about openly. The conversation explores how emotional connection and physical intimacy work together, why communication can break down between partners, and how learning to “fight fair” can change the direction of a relationship. We also get into the connection between mental health and intimacy, the importance of understanding what your partner actually needs, and why avoiding uncomfortable conversations rarely makes the underlying problem disappear. And because this is The Chris & Mike Show, we don't dance around the subjects people a…

Soul Garage: A Fusion of Influences 🎸 What happens when two musicians bring completely different influences into the same garage? You get Soul Garage. In this short from The Chris & Mike Show, Shae and Nate talk about the wide range of music that has influenced them and how those sounds eventually started blending into something of their own. From the darker, heavier sounds of Alice in Chains and Pearl Jam to Red Hot Chili Peppers, Led Zeppelin, Tom Petty, and plenty of music in between, Soul Garage isn't trying to fit neatly into one musical box. And that's part of what makes it interesting. Chris and Mike talk with Nate and Shae about how those influences show up differently in their songwriting, vocals, guitar playing, production, and overall approach to making music. The goal isn't to become the next version of one of their favorite bands. It's taking pieces of everything they've loved, mixing it with their own experiences, and eventually reaching the point every artist wa…

Dolly Parton’s Legacy & Psychedelic Art for Veterans 🎨🇺🇸 What do Dolly Parton, psychedelic art, and helping veterans have in common? More than you'd probably expect. In this short from The Chris & Mike Show, our conversation with Nate and Shae of Soul Garage moves beyond music and into the bigger question of what artists can do with the platform and talents they have. The conversation touches on the incredible legacy of Dolly Parton and how her impact reaches far beyond the songs she's written and performed. It's a reminder that sometimes an artist's greatest legacy isn't just the work they leave behind, but what they do for other people along the way. That connects directly with Shae's own visual art and her involvement in a psychedelic inspired art project supporting veterans through Heroic Hearts. Music. Art. Service. Veterans. They might seem like completely different worlds, but the common thread is using creativity for something bigger than yourself. You don't have to be…

Adam DeGraide’s “Fame” Hits Small Market Radio 📻🎸 Getting your music played on the radio is still one of those moments that hits differently. In this clip from The Chris & Mike Show, Adam DeGraide talks about his song “Fame” getting airplay on small market radio and what that experience meant for the ADAM Music Project. For an independent artist, success doesn't always begin with a massive national station or millions of streams. Sometimes it starts with one station willing to play your song and one new audience hearing your music for the first time. Small market radio can give independent musicians something incredibly valuable: exposure, credibility, and an opportunity to build momentum one listener at a time. And there's still something pretty damn cool about turning on the radio and hearing your own song coming through the speakers. Every big audience starts with a smaller one. #ChrisDunham #MikeMichaels #RLS8GUY #Podcast #Spotify #Riverside #ChrisAndMikeShow #AdamDeGraide …

Tom Cruise has built one of Hollywood’s biggest careers—but what about the Oscar? Chris and Mike get into Cruise’s awards ambitions and the roles that could define his legacy. Does he deserve one? Comment and subscribe. #ChrisDunham #MikeMichaels #RLS8GUY #Podcast #Spotify #Riverside #TomCruise #Oscars #Movies #YouTubeShorts

Guns N’ Roses: The Most Dangerous Band in Rock 🤘 Before Guns N’ Roses became one of the biggest bands on the planet, they built a reputation as “the most dangerous band in the world.” In this clip from Episode 222 of The Chris & Mike Show, Dan Johnson joins Chris and Mike to talk about those early Guns N’ Roses years when the band felt unpredictable, raw, rebellious, and completely different from the polished rock acts surrounding them. Axl, Slash, Duff, Izzy, and Steven weren't trying to look dangerous for a marketing campaign. That chaos seemed to follow them onstage and off, and somehow that volatility helped create the chemistry behind Appetite for Destruction. They weren't polished. They weren't safe. And maybe that's exactly why rock fans couldn't look away. Was early Guns N’ Roses truly the most dangerous band in rock and roll? #ChrisDunham #MikeMichaels #RLS8GUY #Podcast #Spotify #Riverside #ChrisAndMikeShow #DanJohnson #GunsNRoses #AxlRose #Slash #AppetiteForDestructi…

Soul Garage: Meet the Band 🎸 So, who exactly is Soul Garage? In this short from The Chris & Mike Show, we introduce you to Shae and Nate, the Canadian duo behind Soul Garage, and find out how two creative people with different strengths came together to make some seriously cool music. Shae brings the vocals, guitar, songwriting, and visual art, while Nate is the multi instrumental guy behind much of the production, drums, bass, and the work happening behind the scenes. Together, they're creating music influenced by bands and artists like Alice in Chains, Pearl Jam, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Led Zeppelin, and Tom Petty, while developing a sound and identity that's completely their own. Chris and Mike get into how Nate and Shae met, how they work together, where their musical influences come from, and why Soul Garage isn't interested in simply chasing whatever happens to be popular this week. They're independent. They're still building. They're still figuring some of it out. And tha…

Guns N’ Roses: Were the Early Years Their Tightest? Before the massive stadium tours, lineup changes, and decades of rock history, Guns N’ Roses was a hungry young band with something to prove. In this clip from Episode 222 of The Chris & Mike Show, Dan Johnson joins Chris and Mike to talk about the musicianship of early Guns N’ Roses and what made that original era feel so raw, dangerous, and incredibly tight. Axl Rose, Slash, Duff McKagan, Izzy Stradlin, and Steven Adler weren't polished in the traditional sense, but together they created a chemistry that helped make Appetite for Destruction one of rock's defining albums. Sometimes becoming bigger doesn't necessarily mean becoming better. Was the original Guns N’ Roses lineup the band at its absolute best? #ChrisDunham #MikeMichaels #RLS8GUY #Podcast #Spotify #Riverside #ChrisAndMikeShow #DanJohnson #GunsNRoses #Slash #AxlRose #AppetiteForDestruction #ClassicRock #RockMusic #RockAndRoll

A conversation about a nude scene turns into a bigger discussion about acting, choices and how a moment on screen can follow a performer. What do you think? Join the conversation and subscribe for more. #ChrisDunham #MikeMichaels #RLS8GUY #Podcast #Spotify #Riverside #Acting #Film #Entertainment #YouTubeShorts

Kid Rock: Musical Talent vs. Politics Can you separate the musician from the politics? In this clip from Episode 222 of The Chris & Mike Show, Dan Johnson joins Chris and Mike for a conversation about Kid Rock, his musical ability, and how his outspoken political views can sometimes overshadow the conversation about his talent. Whether you agree with his politics or can't stand them, there's another question worth asking: Can you acknowledge someone's talent without agreeing with their beliefs? Chris, Mike, and Dan get into the difference between judging the music and judging the person behind it, and how difficult that separation has become in today's culture. You don't have to agree with an artist to appreciate what they can do. But can YOU separate the music from the politics? #ChrisDunham #MikeMichaels #RLS8GUY #Podcast #Spotify #Riverside #ChrisAndMikeShow #DanJohnson #KidRock #Music #RockMusic #Musicians #MusicIndustry #Politics #MusicDiscussion

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Soul Garage: Nannies & Artists — Finding Time to Create 🎨🎸 Being an artist sounds great until real life reminds you that you've still got bills to pay and responsibilities waiting. 😂 In this short from The Chris & Mike Show, Nate and Shae of Soul Garage talk about balancing the creative life with the everyday jobs and responsibilities that make that creativity possible. The conversation gets into nannying, making art, writing music, recording, and trying to build Soul Garage while still handling everything else life throws at them. For Shae, creativity isn't limited to music. Visual art is another major part of who she is, and that artistic side finds its way into the identity and direction of Soul Garage as well. Chris and Mike know the struggle. Most independent artists don't wake up every morning with an entire staff handling their schedules, websites, promotion and finances. You work. You create. You squeeze in the dream wherever you can. Sometimes you're taking care of som…

There's something about a historic home that grabs you the moment you walk in. Maybe it's the thick adobe walls, the arched doorways, the original tile, or the front porch that looks like it has a few stories to tell. Arizona has a surprising amount of this character, from the tree-lined neighborhoods near downtown Phoenix to the Victorian streets of Prescott and the old barrios of Tucson. After 26 years in Arizona real estate, I can tell you that buying one is a different experience than buying a house built last year. If you're searching for homes for sale in Arizona with a little more soul, a little preparation goes a long way.

Don’t Die With Your Best Song in Your Pocket 🎸 What if the best song you'll ever write is still sitting unfinished somewhere? In this short from The Chris & Mike Show, Nate and Shae of Soul Garage join Chris and Mike for a conversation every musician, artist, writer, and creator needs to hear: Don't die with your best song still in your pocket. It's easy to keep waiting. Waiting until the song is perfect. Waiting until you have better equipment. Waiting until you have more money, more confidence, more followers, or somebody finally gives you permission to put your work into the world. But eventually, you have to finish the damn song. Soul Garage talks about creating music, finishing projects, and putting your art out there even when you're not completely sure how people will respond. Because an unfinished masterpiece nobody ever hears doesn't impact anyone. Write it. Finish it. Record it. Release it. Whatever your “song” is, don't take it with you. #ChrisAndMike #ChrisAndMik…

ADAM Music Project: “Pitfall Harry” & More 🎮🎸 What happens when classic video games collide with hard rock? In this clip from The Chris & Mike Show, Adam DeGraide takes us deeper into the creative world of the ADAM Music Project, including “Pitfall Harry” and more of the ideas that inspire his music. For Adam, inspiration doesn't have to come from the traditional places. Gaming, nostalgia, characters, stories and memories can all become the starting point for a song. That's part of what makes the ADAM Music Project different. There aren't a lot of rules about where an idea can come from. If something sparks Adam's imagination, there's a chance it can eventually find its way into the music. And sometimes that inspiration goes all the way back to sitting in front of a video game. Music doesn't need boundaries. Sometimes it just needs a cool idea and somebody willing to turn it into a song. #ChrisDunham #MikeMichaels #RLS8GUY #Podcast #Spotify #Riverside #ChrisAndMikeShow #AdamDeG…

Canada’s Immigration Struggles 🇨🇦 What does Canada’s immigration situation look like to the people actually living there? In this clip from The Chris & Mike Show, Soul Garage takes the conversation beyond music and talks with Chris and Mike about immigration in Canada and some of the challenges they’re seeing and experiencing around them. It’s a complicated subject involving immigration policy, population growth, housing, employment, infrastructure and the ability of communities to keep pace with change. Rather than pretending there’s one simple answer, this conversation gives Shae and Nate an opportunity to share their perspective as Canadians on what they see happening in their country. Sometimes having diverse guests means the conversation goes somewhere you weren’t expecting. And those are usually the conversations worth having. #ChrisDunham #MikeMichaels #RLS8GUY #Podcast #Spotify #Riverside #ChrisAndMikeShow #SoulGarage #Canada #CanadianImmigration #Immigration #CanadianP…

Harbaugh and Malik Nabers become the center of a sports debate on the Chris & Mike Show. There’s plenty to argue about here. What’s your take? Drop it in the comments and subscribe for more Shorts. #ChrisDunham #MikeMichaels #RLS8GUY #Podcast #Spotify #Riverside #MalikNabers #Football #SportsTalk #YouTubeShorts

Nashville’s Supportive Music Scene People often think of Nashville as one giant competition, with thousands of musicians all fighting for the same opportunity. But is that really what it's like? In this clip from Episode 222 of The Chris & Mike Show, Dan Johnson talks with Chris and Mike about another side of Nashville: the supportive community among musicians and songwriters. Behind the stages, studios, writers' rooms, and honky tonks are artists helping other artists, sharing ideas, making introductions, collaborating, and supporting each other's careers. Sure, it's competitive. It's the music business. But sometimes the person standing next to you isn't your competition at all. They might be the person who helps open your next door. #ChrisDunham #MikeMichaels #RLS8GUY #Podcast #Spotify #Riverside #ChrisAndMikeShow #DanJohnson #Nashville #NashvilleMusic #Songwriting #Songwriters #MusicIndustry #Musicians #MusicCommunity

The Power of Texting in Relationships Can texting actually help you communicate better with your partner? It can, when you use it the right way. In this short from The Chris & Mike Show, Coach Keith Dorscht talks with Chris and Mike about how texting can sometimes be a surprisingly useful communication tool in relationships. When emotions are high, face to face conversations can quickly turn into interruptions, defensive reactions, raised voices, or saying something you immediately wish you could take back. A thoughtful text can give both people a chance to slow down, process what they're feeling, and choose their words more carefully. But the idea isn't to hide behind your phone or resolve every disagreement through text. Sometimes texting can simply open the door to the real conversation. It can give your partner a heads up about what's bothering you, explain something you're struggling to say out loud, or help both people enter a difficult conversation with a better understa…

Mental Health & Intimacy: A Doctor’s Perspective How much does what's happening in your head affect what's happening in the bedroom? In this clip from The Chris & Mike Show with Dr. Stephanie Sigler, we get into the connection between **mental health, emotional well-being, relationships, and intimacy.** Stress. Anxiety. Confidence. Communication. Relationship tension. What's happening mentally and emotionally can have a real impact on desire, connection, and sexual intimacy. And sometimes people immediately assume there's something physically wrong when the bigger picture may involve much more than just the body. Dr. Sigler brings a medical perspective to a subject that a lot of couples experience but aren't always comfortable talking about. Intimacy isn't just physical. Your mind shows up in the bedroom too. #ChrisDunham #MikeMichaels #RLS8GUY #Podcast #Spotify #Riverside #ChrisAndMikeShow #DrStephanieSigler #MentalHealth #Intimacy #Relationships #SexualHealth #MensHealth #Wom…