Hey, are you still there?
Join Mike and Beth each week as they examine life at the intersection of MARRIAGE, FAMILY, CAREERS, and MINISTRY. Through 29 years of ministry, 27 years of marriage, 24 years of professional careers, and 22 years of being parents to 3 kids, their fun and honest discussions promise to have something for everyone.
"In the land of ‘heavy’ podcasts that are divisive or featuring so-called experts self-promoting, yours is a breath of fresh air. A podcast exists to just talk about life, to have fun, with no agenda or script. In other words, “nothing”. Entertaining and enjoyable. And sometimes “something. “
"This is ridiculous, but sometimes funny." (A teenage kid to his mom, who was listening in the car)
Recent Episodes
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Aug. 24, 2026
You Wreck Me: Atlanta, Car Accident, Oxtail, & Career Advi
Beth shares stories from her solo trip to Atlanta, reconnecting with college friends, navigating city loneliness, and riding in a driverless Waymo. Mike recounts surviving a six-car interstate accident during a mountain trip, along with his first taste of oxtail and a surprising Airbnb spaghetti delivery. The episode also includes Uber stories, plant problems, The Sheep Detectives, and a meaningful conversation about career growth, workplace confidence, negotiating your worth, burnout, leaders
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Aug. 17, 2026
Parents Just Don’t Understand: Would You Rather & Parenting Redos
Mike and Beth recap a busy birthday weekend filled with a bougie breakfast, shopping for a new couch, and dinner with friends. Mike compares his two comedy shows from the week—one that went great and one that definitely did not—and shares what he learned from both experiences as a stand-up comedian. Beth talks about her first visit to Salem College, while a podcast-themed birthday gift leads Mike into a hilarious story about sneaking into Delaware Speedway and how confidence can sometimes open
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Aug. 11, 2026
Taste Test: Marriage Origin Stories & Do-Overs
Beth is back on Hey, Are You Still There? for another fun and honest conversation about marriage, relationships, family, and life together. This week, Mike explains to Beth why she’s the Pepsi to his Coke. Mike also shares an update from his recent experience working at a PGA tournament, giving listeners a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to be part of a professional golf event. Then they take a trip down memory lane and revisit one of their first dates, which somehow involved a side
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Aug. 3, 2026
Bell of the Ball: Introverts, Galas, & Crazy Church Members
This week on Hey, Are You Still There?, Mike flies solo for a fun and thought-provoking episode covering stand-up comedy, ministry, introversion, faith, and family life. Mike recaps a packed weekend that included performing clean stand-up comedy at the Friends of Stokes Shelter fundraising gala and preaching at the church of one of his former high school teachers. He also takes a deep dive into the often misunderstood world of introverts, explaining how someone who prefers quiet and solitude ca
100
July 27, 2026
100 Episodes Later: Your Questions on Marriage, Parenting, Faith & Family
We made it to Episode 100! 🎉 To celebrate this milestone, we’re turning the microphones over to YOU as we answer some of our favorite listener-submitted questions. From the secrets to a lasting marriage to parenting adult children, mission trip memories, empty nesting, and even one of the most important questions ever asked… What type of bear is best? 🐻 In this special episode of Hey, Are You Still There?, Mike and Beth share honest stories, practical marriage advice, plenty of laughter, and ...
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July 20, 2026
Georgia On My Mind: Self-Driving Cars & Presidential Libraries
In this episode of Hey, Are You Still There?, Mike and Beth take you along on their trip to Decatur, Georgia, where Beth gets her first look at her new role at Emory University and the beautiful Emory campus. Along the way, they explore some of Atlanta’s most popular attractions, including the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum, the Fernbank Museum of Natural History, the Georgia Aquarium, the fascinating Ancient Egypt exhibit, and the Atlanta Zoo. They also share their reactions to t