Let's Get Real - A Talk Show for Guys
Welcome to the podcast for Let's Get Real. This is a show to help guys get unstuck and figure their sh*t out. Hosted by Michael Sharkey (aka Shark) and Anthony Polichemi (aka Spanish), we tackle everything from hard conversations to struggles with dependency. With over 7000 hours of coaching experience and personal struggles, Michael and Anthony share wisdom and guidance to give men a space to process and get a little bit better every day.
Let's Get Real is a weekly, live and interactive talk show on 102.5 FM in Tampa Bay. Airing at 12N ET on Saturdays, the show can be streamed live on www.theboneonline.com or on your favorite live streaming app, like iHeartRadio.
Episodes
143 episodes
This Is The Most Mature 15 Year Old You'll Ever Hear
What happens when a 15-year-old calls into a men’s talk show and sounds wiser than most adults?That’s exactly what happened from last week's Let’s Get Real live radio show.Rio called the show to talk about growing up in today’s wo...
Why Guys Shouldn't Bash Their Ex After Divorce 💔
What's this segment about? Divorce, Fatherhood, Stoicism, Marriage Communication & Why Talking Bad About Others Hurts YouGuys, divorce can bring anger, pain, confusion, and broken families—but how should men really hand...
Risk Vs. Reward - THIS is the REAL Reward
Most men don’t avoid risk because they’re lazy… they avoid it because they think risk equals danger.In this segment from the live Let’s Get Real Radio Show, we break down one of the biggest mindset shifts you can make: risk is not the s...
We're Just Rentals. (and you only get one "suit")
"We're Just Rentals" - this is a concept that we've been talking about lately and it's SO POWERFUL! It really helps to frame everything in life.In this segment from the live Let’s Get Real Radio Show, we break down this powerful idea: w...
Saying "I Love You" MATTERS. (Just ask Spanish)
Frankie calls the show and shares an impactful moment with Spanish.How something as simple as saying “I love you” on-air made a lasting impact during chaotic moments—and it hits deeper than expected. If you know Spanish, you know this i...
Man...Stop Feeling Guilty! (About food...and everything!)
Why do so many people feel guilty for simply enjoying life—whether it’s food, fun, or even a moment of connection? In this segment from the live Let’s Get Real Radio Show, we dive into the mindset behind guilt, control, and learnin...
Quit Your Job & Chase Your Dreams (Leap of Faith!)
The free guide we talk about in this episode can be found HERE.I LOVE these conversations!In this segment from the live Let's Get Real Radio Show, Johnny opens up about a dream he’s had f...
Golf Teaches Us To Be Present & Massively Handling Pressure #masters2026
Ok...we're gonna talk a little golf here. I suck at golf, but never miss the Masters tourney every year. So, with that...What can golf—especially The Masters—teach us about life, pressure, and staying present? In this segme...
Shark Goes Back To Church (Part Two) - When The Sermon Hits 🔥
I didn’t go back to church for the music… I went for the message.In this segment from the live Let’s Get Real Radio Show, I break down what actually stuck with me after going to church for the first time in 20 years. And honestl...
Shark Goes Back To Church (Part One) - Was That A Rock Concert I Attended??? 🤔
What happens when you go back to church after 20 years away?In this segment from the live Let’s Get Real Radio Show, I share a personal story about the first time I walked into a church since I was a kid. This wasn’t planned. It...
The Voice In Your Head Is Lying To You
Most men walk around believing a version of themselves that isn’t even real—and it’s usually way more negative than the truth. In this episode of Let’s Get Real, Shark and Spanish react to a powerful call from a listener and unpack what it feel...
What’s Really Happening When You Fight With Your Wife
Why do small arguments turn into full-blown fights—and why does it feel so intense in the moment? In this segment from the live Let’s Get Real radio show, Shark and Spanish unpack the idea that it’s not just two adults arguing… it’...
Bro...Stop "Deflecting" With Jokes For a Second. 🤦🏻♂️ What Are You Hiding From???
Alright guys...let's get real for a moment on this: Ever use humor to deflect what you're really feeling? What if that’s the very thing keeping you stuck? In this segment from the live Let’s Get Real radio show, Shark and Spa...
What I Wish I Knew At 17... (Just F*#kin' Be Yourself!!! 🔥🕺🏻)
We all know it...High school can be BRUTAL.In this segment from the live Let’s Get Real radio show, Shark and Spanish talk about a powerful call from a 17-year-old named Shane who said he had no friends and always felt left out. It hit ...
Sittin' In The Truck...KNOWING Life Has To Change
Ever sat in your truck after work… and just didn’t want to go inside? Or sat outside your work feeling the same unease???In this segment from the live Let’s Get Real Radio Show, Shark breaks down a moment almost every man experi...
Being 17 Sucks. Real Problems from Our Youngest Caller
There's no doubt, being 17 and in High School is one of the hardest times in our lives. Raging hormones, weird clicks of popularity and friends (who aren't really friends).Shane called the live Let's Get Real radio show and shared the sh...
Strong Advice From A Guy Who's Seen It ALL
Hey guys, it is absolutely, 100% good to open up. It's the best thing to not keep shit in and talk it through with other dudes.In this segment from the Let's Get Real live show, Jonathon calls in and backs this up. And his words of wisdo...
Why Silence Is So Powerful...And Kinda Scary 😬 (Isolation Retreat Story)
What happens when you remove all the noise from your life?On this segment from the live Let’s Get Real radio show, Shark and Spanish dive into the surprising power of silence, isolation, and what happens when your mind finally slows dow...
She Left Him for a Rich Guy… Should He Take Her Back? (Live Caller ☎️)
A real struggle... She's hot, the sex is amazing, but she already left you once. Can you trust her???On this segment from the Let’s Get Real live show, a live caller named Joe opens up about a relationship dilemma many men deal wi...
I Think I Traveled Through Time During Meditation
In this segment from the live Let’s Get Real radio show, Shark shares a meditation experience that honestly left him stunned. What started as a normal morning routine turned into something deeper — a moment where time seemed to disappear comple...
Andrew Huberman on God, Surrender, and Finding Real Inner Peace (Let’s Get Real)
What's up Let's Get Real community!What if real peace doesn’t come from fixing your life… but from surrendering control? In this episode of Let’s Get Real, Shark and Spanish react to a powerful clip from Andrew Huberman, where he opens ...
Alcoholism, Sobriety, and the Moment Men Finally Ask for Help | Let’s Get Real
Hey everybody! Let's get real for a second....Alcoholism and addiction come up more than ANY other topic on Let’s Get Real. At least 2/3 of all our calls are guys dealing with addiction or celebrating recovery. To me...that says it's an issue t...
Why Your Resolutions Fail (And What Actually Works for Guys)
Every year, guys promise themselves this will be the year they quit drinking, lose weight, or finally get their life together. And every year, most of those New Year’s resolutions fail. In this segment of Let’s Get Real, we break down why that ...
Why Self-Help Books Stop Working for Guys | Surrender, Faith & Letting Go
Most men have read a self-help book that hit hard… and then somehow stopped working. You felt inspired, clear, even hopeful — and then a few days later, you were right back in the same habits and patterns.In this episode of Let’s Get Re...
Self-Help Books for Guys That Actually Change How You Live | Let’s Get Real
Most guys hear the phrase “self-help book” and immediately tune out. It sounds soft, awkward, or like something that doesn’t apply to real life. But what if the right book, at the right moment, could completely change how you see yourself and t...