Ask Mike

Podcast by Derrick Killam and Mike Lunney

English

Technology & science

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About Ask Mike

Helping other Music Educators learn from our mistakes! No need to reinvent the wheel, Mike has been there and done that. Just ask Mike!Mike Lunney spent 31 successful years as a head band director in the State of Texas, where his bands were consistently recognized as superior bands. Mike is still active as a clinician, mentor and adjudicator.Derrick Killam has been involved in school music programs in the state of Texas since 1990 through music retail. Derrick has been a repair tech, shop foreman, Education Rep and currently is the Operations Manager for N-Tune Music and Sound, a NAMM Top 100 Dealer!

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108 episodes

It's Time to Retire...Until It's Not!

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2368172/fan_mail/new] Talking with guest Tim Edins about his retirement and subsequent rehire. Great visit with lots of insight from both Tim and Miike Lunney. Is retirement the best option right now? What if I decide to teach again, what does that do to my retirement? Are there penalties? Is it easy to navigate? Some things to think about!

Yesterday - 1 h 20 min

Leaving A Job: Traveling the High Road

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2368172/fan_mail/new] Whether you are leaving for greener pastures, or you're leaving because it's just time to leave, there IS a right way to leave a job. Consider the next person in line, consider the program as a whole, consider your students. "Burn it to the ground!" might seem like it will make you feel better, but will it? And if you're leaving for what you consider a better job, don't you hope the person leaving that position sets you up for the best transition possible? The high road isn't always the easiest path, but it is worth it.

15 May 2026 - 1 h 17 min

The Interview: Putting Your Best Foot Forward

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2368172/fan_mail/new] So you got the interview! When was the last time you had an interview? Mike Lunney walks us through the process of researching for an interview, rehearsing for an interview (yes, rehearsing!), and then communicating before, during, and after the interview.

8 May 2026 - 1 h 7 min

Job Hunting: Talking Through the Process

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2368172/fan_mail/new] If you find yourself looking for a new position, or considering it, Mike Lunney talks us through the waves and gives some great insight into a good decision-making process. And Mike reminds us to take our fingers off the panic button, it's going to work out!

1 May 2026 - 1 h 12 min

Marching Show Design Tips for Success

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2368172/fan_mail/new] Are we on track for marching season? Yes, it’s still spring, but if we aren’t actively preparing for next fall, we’re probably already behind! Mike Lunney offers some great tips and anecdotes from his 30+ years of experience to help get you locked in and on the right track for a successful summer and fall with your marching ensemble!

24 Apr 2026 - 38 min

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