Raise Your Voice!!
"There's nothing cooler than just chatting with an old friend once and a while. That's the best part of Ego &Vice. A nice, easy conversation between friends, whether you've known Mike for years or just met him two minutes before he hits record. Every scene needs pillars to hold it up and we're genuinely thankful to have Ego & Vice there to help spread the love. Happy to be on anytime!"
-Gary Doherty - AUDIO VISCERAL / POSITIVE CHARGE
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"I don't get to hangout all that much with Mike, but when I've been a guest on his podcast, it's like we're old friends. Here's another guy who loves to talk about music, bands, and venues. I'm always ready for a deep dive into all the degrees of separation between obscure Canadian rock bands and the history of the clubs they've played."
-Rob Snasdell-Taylor - TIN CONSTELLATIONS
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"Mike from Ego & Vice Podcast asked thought provoking questions about our band, allowing us to reflect on the creative process, what inspires us, and where we see ourselves in the future. Our interview was also a lot of fun, with lightning round prompts, and insight derived from Mike's own experiences in the Ottawa music scene. A well curated interview."
-GUEST ROOM STATUS
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"I really enjoyed my chat with Mike on the Ego & Vice Podcast. It is a rare opportunity as an independent artist early in my career to talk about my work in a meaningful way. He asked interesting questions and it felt like a real, interactive conversation. I also had the pleasure of playing a show curated by Ego & Vice which was a lovely time!"
-ODDELINE
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"My experience with Mike on the Ego & Vice Podcast was one of the best experiences I've ever had doing an interview. As an interviewer, Mike really knows how to make you feel comfortable and relaxed. He also does his homework and asks insightful questions, all the while maintaining a conversational give-and-take, using homour and storytelling to expand on the discussion. Long story short: if he asks you to be on his podcast, SAY YES."
-Sandy Vance - TEENAGE FICTION
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"It is clear that Mike has a vested interest in the Ottawa music scene. We had the pleasure of sitting down with Mike during the last season of Ego & Vice and were immediately made to feel welcome and relaxed. His questions were thoughtful as we explore our musical roots, topics, and themes we draw inspiration from, and our songwriting process."
-CLASS OF 91
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"Myself and our bassist Jason of the band Laughing In Slow Motion, did the show in December. Mike did a great job of keeping the conversation fresh and asked great questions about our musical interests, influences, and past bands we've played in. He created fun and interactive games that challenged us to dive a bit deeper into everything about ourselves that we ever expected, and all of the other episodes I have checked out are just that. I've become more engaged with quite a few newer local and indie acts that he has had on the show. Def recommend as a listener and potential guest of the show."
-Kiel Burwell - LAUGHING IN SLOW MOTION
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"Called us fuck faces. 5/5 would do it again"
-Jesse Brewer - THE FLY DOWNS
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"It was an absolute pleasure chatting with Mike from Ego & Vice! He creates a comfortable atmosphere and asks fantastic questions. 10 out of 10 would recommend to any local musician and music lovers!"
-THE NEW HIRES
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"Mike was nice enough to invite me on his show years ago when I was a young nobody in the scene. He then invited me back more recently when I was an OLD nobody in the scene! He even came on my show (Denim Radio) to discuss how I'm a nobody in his scene. Total gem of a guy! In all seriousness, Mike is a force of radness in the Ottawa music scene and therefore, the world. 5/5 would chat again."
-Josh Hauta - TRASHED AMBULANCE
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"There is nothing better than being interviewed by Ego & Vice. Mike's questions perfectly walk the line of being unique, fun, engaging, and relevant. The overall vibe of the podcast has the amazing ability to make you feel like you're right at home - chatting with an old buddy. These types of interactions while being interviewed are what make being on a podcast like Ego & Vice such a memorable experience. What are you waiting for? Let the Sweet Days pour in and get yourself on the Ego & Vice Podcast!"
-THE ESCAPE SOCIETY
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"Mike's a great dude and is great to chat with. He knows everyone and has been doin the damn thing forever. Always fun listening to his interviews🤘"
-RICH CHRIS
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"Mike was a true gentleman, and a great hang, with diverse and eclectic taste in music, and a deep knowledge of the past 40 years of Ottawa music history, and music in general. It was a sincere pleasure chatting with him, and we appreciate him taking the time to share our music with his audience"
-KINGFISHER
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"We went over to Mike's studio to chat for an episode of Ego & Vice. He made us feel right at home as soon as we arrived! Very professional, yet easy going. His research was great and he knew more about our band than we do...The final product sounds great to boot"
-THE TENENBAUMS
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"This was the first time our band had ever done a podcast. Mike made it really fun for us and we had a great time delving into all sorts of music themed dialogue. I've listened to a few and they all have great content that is reflective of the talented Ottawa music scene. Well worth a listen!"
-DEADWELL
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"Loved the episode when Mike sat down with us to have the shoe on the other foot and ask us questions!! I can say that we thoroughly ENJOYED the whole process ESPECIALLY the trivia portion of the podcast! Keep up the amazing interviews and promoting of local musicians and bands!!!!"
-DAWG & GUS - The Dawg & Gus Show
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"It was such a great podcast experience. Super cozy, relaxed and laid back atmosphere to have a very natural conversation. This podcast rocks!"
-MACKENZIE DREW
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"Mike was an amazing host to have for our bands first real interview. He made his space so welcoming and it was an amazing conversation about music and friendship. My only wish is that we can do it again sometime!"
-PASSENGER PRINCESS
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"This is a fantastic pod if you wanna understand what's going on in the Ottawa music scene and what all the local bands are up to! Mike's doing a great thing here!"
-Austin - HALFWAY THERE
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"Great time hanging out for our episode of Ego & Vice. Given Mike's decorated resume as a musician himself, he has become really on point as a host, all while giving you that "hanging out with your buds" vibe. Keep on keeping on Mike! Ego & Vice is a real gem to the local scene"
-ERIC GOUR
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