What do brown cheese, Bitcoin Pizza Day, and scrotum-crushing airplane seats have in common? Keith, Brad, and Rebecca connect the dots in a hilariously unfiltered episode that swings from Memorial Day reflections to Norwegian conspiracies faster than you can say "Surströmming."

Keith tackles the true cost of giving up your cat's personal stroller, why Waffle House menus should be framed, and what happens when you cross a libertarian with a piece of halal-certified stinky cheese. There’s talk of rare earth minerals, brown cheese with raspberry sauce, political asylum in Norway, cats plotting your death, and the real reason you’re paying extra for your airline seat (hint: it's not fuel).

Add in some side quests through Kamala’s career climb, narcissism in society, and ancient Viking culinary challenges, and you've got one of the most chaotic, insightful, and laugh-out-loud episodes of At The Mic yet.

🎙️ It’s cultural analysis, political satire, and unfiltered commentary… Texas style.

Life, death, ethics, parenting—and stinky fish. This episode hits hard, gets real, and makes you laugh.

In this episode, I open up about everything from glitchy livestream chaos to aging, guilt, and some deeply emotional real-world stories. We break down the tragic case of Adriana Smith—a pregnant woman declared brain dead—and the ethical minefield surrounding Georgia's heartbeat law. What happens when law and life don’t align?

We also dig into childhood discipline, moral parenting dilemmas, and the evolving ethics in sports. Ever wonder if prosthetic limbs create unfair advantages? We explore that too. And just when it gets too heavy, we lighten the mood with the world’s smelliest fish. (Yes, I actually tried it.)

You’ll laugh, maybe cry, and definitely think differently about some major issues.

🔊 Topics Covered:

• Medical ethics & pregnancy laws
• Parenting, guilt, and growing up
• Doping & prosthetics in sports
• Technology and privacy
• Trust in government & the media
• Culinary disaster: the stinky fish challenge
• Humor, empathy & resilience in chaos

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What starts with tips and tools for teaching toddlers how to swim turns into one of the most unpredictable rides we’ve ever streamed. From parenting strategies and early childhood independence to AI ghosting, Sesame Street debates, and even shark rescues—this episode covers more than floaties and swim goggles.

Yes, we talk about real ways to help young kids feel confident in the water—but also:

• Strange protest stories
• Regrettable relationship decisions
• 3D-printed treehouses
• Whether Sesame Street sold out
• Politicians taking cognitive tests
• And a literal shark rescue

You’ll laugh, think, and definitely hit a moment where you say, “Wait, what am I listening to?”

If you’ve ever taught a toddler anything (or tried), taken parenting advice from a meme, or gotten philosophical during bath time—this is your tribe.

Chapters:

00:00 – Musical Reflections and Nostalgia

07:12 – The Friday Live Stream Kickoff

09:49 – Local News and Community Events

12:08 – Cultural Differences in Media Consumption

20:01 – Protests and Personal Experiences

27:02 – Regrets and Life Choices

30:15 – Skiing Adventures

34:20 – Arguments and Relationships

35:41 – The Evolution of Sesame Street

39:39 – The McGurk Effect and Perception

43:06 – Parenting Techniques and Independence

50:22 – Extreme Experiences and Thrill-Seeking

56:24 – Music and Cultural References

59:56 – Cultural Differences in Festivals

01:03:00 – The Evolution of Holiday Celebrations

01:05:50 – Art, Pranks, and Social Commentary

01:15:56 – AI's Role in Personal Relationships

01:21:35 – Creative Building and Tree Houses

01:24:36 – 3D Printing Innovations

01:30:11 – Cognitive Tests for Politicians

01:37:13 – The State of Government and Leadership

01:41:45 – Friendship Dynamics and Ghosting

01:49:21 – Shark Rescue and Conservation Efforts

01:50:36 – Emotional Reactions to Documentaries

01:51:53 – Animal Interactions and Trust Issues

01:52:49 – Humorous Animal Encounters

01:54:56 – Birds of Paradise and Their Unique Behaviors

01:57:19 – 3D Printing and Creative Projects

02:00:02 – Eighth Grade Geography Challenge

02:06:41 – Cultural References and Humor

02:10:47 – Upcoming Travels and Events

Hosts & Guests:

Brad Staggs – The Daily Mojo

Website: thedailymojo.com

X: @RealBradStaggs | @RealDailyMojo

Rebecca Mistereggen

X: @RMistereggen

Writing: document.no

At The Mic w/ Keith Malinak

Website: atthemicshow.com

X: @KeithMalinak

Instagram: @atthemicshow

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