Tea with Mike

Mike W. Johnson

We prefer tea, not coffee, and we’re not sorry. Tea with Mike is a storytelling-based podcast where people from varying fields come together for conversations on who they are as individuals, and how they have achieved a degree of success professionally. These are personable interactions, not scripted press features. Grab a cup of hot tea and join your host Mike W. Johnson to learn about these interesting guests and why they appreciate the importance of relationships amidst a world of technology and separation. You can find Tea with Mike everywhere @teawithmike!

  1. 3 Jan

    Where are they now

    Brandon Stone joins me to kick off 2026 with a fast-paced, honest conversation centered on the past, present, and future. In this episode, we ask each other random questions that spark reflection, real dialogue, and authentic storytelling.One of the biggest takeaways from this conversation is the importance of doing what you genuinely enjoy. Rather than getting caught up in making everything perfect, we talk about why it’s better to focus on what you love—like live streaming—than stressing over flawless production. This episode is all about growth, perspective, and choosing passion over perfection.

    30 min
  2. 198. National Ability Basketball League, an Interview with Nicholas Lavere

    15/11/2023

    198. National Ability Basketball League, an Interview with Nicholas Lavere

    Mike drinks tea with Nicholas Lavere. Nick is the CEO of the National Ability Basketball League and is committed to creating more opportunities in the athletic world for neurodivergent individuals. Nick thinks society doesn't do enough for neurodivergent individuals and wants to change this.  The theme of Nick's story was learning how NABL had progressed since we last chatted in May 2021. Nick shared how the league became a non-profit and how the league plans to raise awareness for the work they are doing in their own community and eventually across the country. Nick revealed some professional opportunities and shared NABL's social media channels. Other topics of conversation included marketing, mental health, and community building. Share this episode with someone you know. Find the Tea with Mike show through:    Website: http://teawithmike.com  X: https://twitter.com/tea_with_mike?lang=en  Podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-johnson933  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teawithmike  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TEAWITHMIKEJ  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teawithmike    Find Nick Lavere through:  X: https://twitter.com/ability_league  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NationalAbilityBasketballLeague

    57 min
  3. 197. Yacht Pop, an Interview with Kayla Williams

    17/10/2023

    197. Yacht Pop, an Interview with Kayla Williams

    Mike drinks tea with Kayla Williams. Kayla describes herself as a yacht-pop songstress and a full-time seasoned musician and vocal coach. A 2021 Red Deer Emerging Artist winner, you may have seen Kayla perform at the 2019 Canada Winter Games on TSN.  The theme of Kayla's story was learning about how she got started in music and understanding what a yacht-pop songstress is. Kayla shared how she won the 2021 Red Deer Emerging Artist Award. We also discussed her performance at the 2019 Canada Winter Games. Other topics of conversation included business, entrepreneurship, and mental health. Share this episode with someone you know. Find the Tea with Mike show through:  Website: http://teawithmike.com  X: https://twitter.com/tea_with_mike?lang=en  Podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-johnson933  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teawithmike  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TEAWITHMIKEJ  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teawithmike    Find Kayla Williams through:  X: https://twitter.com/kaylamusic  Website: https://kaylawilliams.com  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kaylawilliamsmusic  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kaylawilliamsmusic

    1hr 5min
  4. 196. Cultural Experiences, an Interview with Suzanne Hermary

    03/09/2023

    196. Cultural Experiences, an Interview with Suzanne Hermary

    Mike drinks tea with Suzanne Hermary. Suzanne studied music and completed the Theatre Studies – Performance diploma program at Red Deer College. She then went to Sheridan College, Ontario, and graduated with Honours from their Bachelor of Musical Theatre Performance. Living in Toronto and Paris, Suzanne developed a passion for fine arts, architecture, food, history, culture, music, and literature.  The theme of Suzanne's story was learning about her passion for the arts and theatre and how she went from working as a travel agent to becoming the Executive Director of the Red Deer Arts Council. Suzanne shared how she obtained a Bachelor's in Musical Theatre Performances and some of the countries she has visited. Other topics of conversation included volunteering, community, music, and architecture. Share this episode with someone you know. Find the Tea with Mike show through:  Website: http://teawithmike.com  Podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-johnson933  X: https://twitter.com/tea_with_mike?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teawithmike  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TEAWITHMIKEJ  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teawithmike    Find Suzanne Hermary through:  X: https://twitter.com/mamaofjazz?lang=en  LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/suzanne-hermary  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/suzanne.hermary

    56 min
  5. 195. Engineering to Web 3 Strategist, an Interview with Ben Fuller

    09/08/2023

    195. Engineering to Web 3 Strategist, an Interview with Ben Fuller

    Mike drinks tea with Ben Fuller. In 2022 Ben decided to follow his passion and switched from a career in engineering to becoming a Web 3 Strategist in the motorsport and gaming industry. Ben works for Velcoe, a leading racing, gaming, and lifestyle media platform.      The theme of Ben’s story was learning about his career switch from engineering to working in Web 3. Ben shared how he got started in the space and his thoughts on the future of Web 3.0. Other topics of conversation included formula one, pickleball, and journaling. Share this episode with someone you know!  Find the Tea with Mike show through:  Website: http://teawithmike.com  Podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-johnson933  Twitter: https://twitter.com/tea_with_mike?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teawithmike  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TEAWITHMIKEJ  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teawithmike    Find Ben Fuller through:  Twitter: https://twitter.com/BenFuller94  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/benfullerf1

    1hr 3min
  6. 194. Blindman Overlands, an Interview with David Dionne

    21/06/2023

    194. Blindman Overlands, an Interview with David Dionne

    Mike drinks tea with David Dionne. After working for nearly a decade in the energy sector, David decided it was time for drastic change. Searching for healthy ways to manage his mental health, he spent three months out in the Canadian Rockies camping and exploring and decided to share his love of the outdoors with others. David joined the Mission Overland Trailers team for three years before becoming an owner of the Alberta Outdoor Adventure Expo.     The theme of David’s story was learning about his love for the outdoors and how he went from working in the energy sector to pursuing his passions for a living. David shared how he developed the Yucca-Pac from a concept to manufacturing the product before sharing how he co-founded the Alberta Outdoor Adventure Expo. The event is known as a 2-day event to elevate, educate, and enhance the lives of outdoor enthusiasts everywhere. Other topics of conversation included mental health, entrepreneurship, travel, and overlanding. Share this episode with someone you know!    Find the Tea with Mike show through:  Website: http://teawithmike.com  Podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-johnson933  Twitter: https://twitter.com/tea_with_mike?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teawithmike  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TEAWITHMIKEJ  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teawithmike    Find David Dionne through:  Website: https://www.blindmanoverland.com  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/MrDrave5  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BlindmanOverland  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blindmanoverland

    1hr 13min
  7. 193. Arc Creative, an Interview with Noah Stauffer

    16/05/2023

    193. Arc Creative, an Interview with Noah Stauffer

    Mike drinks tea with Noah Stauffer. Noah was once an intern for Gary Vaynerchuk’s One37pm brand and has since started Arc Creative. Outside of work, Noah loves to play sports and spend time working out at the gym. The theme of Noah’s story was learning about his childhood and how he first became interested in sports and graphic design. Noah shared some lessons learned and skills developed from interning at places such as Penn State Football and One37pm before sharing the founding story behind Arc Creative. Other topics of conversation included social media and a discussion of the pros and cons of having your business. Share this episode with someone interested in sports, social media, and graphic design.    Find the Tea with Mike show through:  Website: http://teawithmike.com  Podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-johnson933  Twitter: https://twitter.com/tea_with_mike?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teawithmike  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TEAWITHMIKEJ  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teawithmike    Find Noah Stauffer through:  Website: https://arkcreativeco.carrd.co  Twitter: https://twitter.com/Noah_Stauffer  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@noahstaufferofficial  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/arc-creative-llc  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/noah-stauffer-4a1361171

    39 min
  8. 192. Using Hope to motivate positive change, an Interview with Lindsay Recknell

    03/05/2023

    192. Using Hope to motivate positive change, an Interview with Lindsay Recknell

    Mike drinks tea with Lindsay Recknell. Lindsay is a Calgary-based speaker, facilitator, and mental health advocate who teaches you how you can make your future can be better than today by taking action over the things you can control and using the Science of Hope. Lindsay is a Certified Psychological Health & Safety Advisor and also hosts two of her own podcasts, one of which is Hope Motivates Action with Lindsay Recknell. The theme of Lindsay's story was learning about her childhood and her educational journey including switching from human resources to business and back again. Lindsay shared the founding story behind her first business Wedding Recycle and her current company Paradigm Corporate Wellness. Other topics of conversation included public speaking, podcasting, and an insight into what Lindsay has coming up personally and professionally. Share this episode with someone interested in mental health, business, and entrepreneurship.    Find the Tea with Mike show through:  Website: http://teawithmike.com  Podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-johnson933  Twitter: https://twitter.com/tea_with_mike?lang=en  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teawithmike  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TEAWITHMIKEJ  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/teawithmike    Find Lindsay Recknell through:  Website: https://www.paradigmcw.com  Website: https://www.expertinhope.com  Twitter: https://twitter.com/lindsrecknell?lang=en  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/expertinhope  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lindsayrecknell  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsay-recknell

    45 min
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We prefer tea, not coffee, and we’re not sorry. Tea with Mike is a storytelling-based podcast where people from varying fields come together for conversations on who they are as individuals, and how they have achieved a degree of success professionally. These are personable interactions, not scripted press features. Grab a cup of hot tea and join your host Mike W. Johnson to learn about these interesting guests and why they appreciate the importance of relationships amidst a world of technology and separation. You can find Tea with Mike everywhere @teawithmike!

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  • Creator
    Mike W. Johnson
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    199
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Mike W. Johnson
  • Show Website
    Tea with Mike