The Eric and Mike Podcast

Grady Judd's "Did Ya Hear Me?" - Worst Criminals of 2025

🎙️ Eric and Mike Podcast is closing out 2025 with a can’t-miss conversation. This week, Eric and Mike sit down with Grady Judd for a no-holds-barred year-in-review of the best, worst, and wildest criminals of 2025. From jaw-dropping arrests to unbelievable stories you truly can’t make up, Sheriff Judd brings the insight, humor, and straight talk he’s known for. We also take a moment to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, wrapping up the episode with laughs, reflections, and a look ahead to what 2026 might bring. 🎄🚓😂 Crime stories, real talk, and holiday vibes—this one’s a must-listen.

Grady Judd's "Did Ya Hear Me?" - The Great Turkey Giveaway!

In this special Thanksgiving episode, we sit down with Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd for a wide-ranging conversation you won’t want to miss. We dive into the adrenaline-filled world of high-speed police chases, the split-second decisions deputies have to make, and why Sheriff Judd believes in keeping Polk County safe with zero nonsense. Then we shift gears into something a little more heartwarming — the Sheriff’s annual Turkey Giveaway, a charity focused on helping families who truly need a hand during the holidays. Sheriff Judd talks about the importance of generosity, accountability, and making sure the right people get the help they deserve. Finally, we wrap things up with the most heated debate of all… stuffing vs. dressing, plus our takes on the best ways to cook the perfect Thanksgiving turkey. It’s part adrenaline, part heart, part holiday chaos — and 100% Sheriff Grady Judd.

Ep. 31 - Live from Laugh Out Lounge (Oct 23, 2025)

After 15 years of waking up Central Florida with absurd antics, off-the-wall games, and just the right amount of chaos, Eric and Mike—former hosts of The Big Max Morning Show on Max 98.3 FM—are back and louder than ever with The Eric and Mike Podcast! These two radio renegades have traded the studio clock for total freedom, diving headfirst into Polk County headlines, nostalgic storytelling, and all the weirdness Florida has to offer—now with zero FCC oversight (you’ve been warned).   Eric Michaels, the long-running morning show host and program director with a voice as smooth as buttered lightning, teams up once again with Mike Lee—a standup comedian and comedy club owner (yes, really)—whose brain is basically a grab bag of puns, dad jokes, and unsolicited trivia. Whether they’re playing games, chatting with Sheriff Grady Judd, or just roasting each other for sport, The Eric and Mike Podcast is like your favorite breakfast sandwich: messy, comforting, and guaranteed to start your day with a laugh.

Ep. 30 - Lunch at Mojo Federal

Eric and Mike sit down for lunch at Mojo Federal in Downtown Lakeland! On the docket: Hooters for Mayor! Mike's Announcing High School Football games now? Eric got a new car, and Mike is not too happy with Downtown Winter Haven's progress in promoting First Fridays.

Ep. 29 - Live from Las Vegas at The World Series of Comedy!

In this special Las Vegas episode, Mike goes behind the scenes at the World Series of Comedy, recorded right on the casino floor at The Strat on the iconic Las Vegas Strip. He’s joined by Thursday night’s winners, comedians Ben Frank and Elyssa Phillips, along with Marketing Director Jeremy “Jer Dog” Danley and CEO & President Joe Lowers. They dive into what it’s like performing comedy from LA to NYC, the excitement of competition night, and the story of how the World Series of Comedy came to be. A fun, lively conversation straight from the heart of Vegas!