OCD with Mike West podcast

OCD with Mike West podcast I’m a teacher, Christian, father, a writer, a publisher, a podcast producer.

I work with school districts and higher education, prisons and jails, police departments and medical staff.

My experiences over the past seven years have shaped the public servant I intend to be. If you r**e me or attempt to r**...
08/03/2026

My experiences over the past seven years have shaped the public servant I intend to be. If you r**e me or attempt to r**e me, or threaten to harm my friends or family I will stand up to you!

I believe every person deserves due process, equal protection under the law, professional law enforcement, competent legal representation, humane treatment while incarcerated, and a justice system worthy of the public’s trust.

My platform is rooted in accountability, transparency, better training, stronger support for first responders, improved mental health resources, and meaningful reform where systems fall short.

I will continue to document my experiences, work through lawful and constitutional means, and advocate for policies that strengthen Arizona while protecting the rights and dignity of every person.

Justice. Accountability. Service. Faith.

For fun, I looked up my numerology using my birth date (May 16, 1978) and my birth name, Michael David Coxon West.Accord...
08/01/2026

For fun, I looked up my numerology using my birth date (May 16, 1978) and my birth name, Michael David Coxon West.

According to that tradition, my chart points to:
• Life Path 1 – Leadership and new beginnings.
• Expression 9 – Service, teaching, and making a positive impact.
• Soul Urge 1 – A desire to build, lead, and create.
• Personality 8 – Strength, discipline, and determination.

Taken together, it paints a picture of someone who is meant to lead, serve others in a meaningful way, and stay grounded through discipline and inner drive.

Whether you believe in numerology or not, I think self-reflection has value. Systems like this can simply be a prompt to ask better questions about ourselves—like, “How can I become a better father, teacher, friend, or leader?”

For me, those questions matter far more than the numbers themselves.

What about you? Have you ever looked up your numerology, or do you have another way of reflecting on your strengths and purpose?

I bought my first cattleman hat today 💪😃👍🏻After 18 years of living in Arizona, it feels like something I should have don...
08/01/2026

I bought my first cattleman hat today 💪😃👍🏻

After 18 years of living in Arizona, it feels like something I should have done a long time ago. I’ve seen so many men wearing these hats at church, community events, and local Arizona restaurants. To me, they’re more than a fashion statement. They provide great protection from the Arizona sun while honoring the heritage, ranching traditions, and the people who helped shape this state.

I don’t have any plans to start wearing cowboy boots, but I can definitely see this hat becoming part of who I am.

A special thank you to David Saba III for preserving such an incredible Arizona family business, and an extra thank you to Vanessa for taking the time to help me find the perfect hat. As a single dad, I appreciated your patience, kindness, and expertise. You made my first hat-buying experience one I’ll always remember.

Supporting local, multigenerational Arizona businesses like Saba’s Western Wear is something I’ll continue to do. If you’ve never been there, I highly recommend stopping in and experiencing their hospitality for yourself.

07/31/2026

Today I bought my first cattleman-style ranch hat.

After living in Arizona for 18 years, I’ve admired these hats from afar. I may not come from a ranching background or spend my days with cattlemen and cowboys, but I’ve always appreciated what these hats represent: hard work, tradition, and pride in the American West.

Today I was fortunate to visit Saba’s Western Wear in downtown Chandler, where I met Davie Saba. He shared the history of his family’s business, started by his grandfather. I learned that the original store was located where Murphy’s Law is today before his father moved the business into the former JCPenney building, where Saba’s remains today.

If you believe in supporting local businesses and multigenerational family-owned companies, Saba’s Western Wear is one of the true gems of downtown Chandler and Arizona.

Thank you, Davie, for the tour, the history lesson, and the warm welcome. I couldn’t have picked a better place to buy my very first cowboy hat.

07/31/2026

Today I’m following up with the Gilbert Police Department regarding anonymous text messages and social media posts that I’ve reported. Officers and supervisors have taken the time to listen, and today’s goal is simple: to better understand the process and what happens next.

One legal term you’ll hear often is probable cause.

Probable cause means that law enforcement has enough facts and circumstances to reasonably believe a crime has been committed, is being committed, or that evidence of a crime can be found. It is an important legal standard that helps protect everyone’s rights while allowing officers to investigate when appropriate.

As a teacher, I believe the more we understand how our civic institutions work, the better citizens we become.

As a parent, I want my children to grow up respecting both the rights of individuals and the responsibilities of law enforcement.

As a researcher, I’m always curious about the “why” behind our laws and procedures.

And as a student of Christ, I try to approach every interaction with humility, patience, and respect…even when situations are difficult.

Whether this investigation ultimately determines that a crime occurred or not, learning how the process works is valuable. Civic education isn’t just something we learn in school…it’s something we practice every day.

I’ll share what I learn along the way. Stay tuned.

07/31/2026

One of the highlights of today’s grand opening of Seafood City at Chandler Fashion Center was meeting Miss Teen Filipino of Arizona and her wonderful family.

It was inspiring to see everyone there supporting her. Especially her mother, Joanna, who is doing an incredible job encouraging each of her children’s unique talents. The whole family studies at a classical, traditional school in Scottsdale, and it was easy to see the strong values of faith, education, hard work, and family reflected in each of them.

Maricopa County is blessed with a vibrant and thriving Asian community that contributes so much to the cultural richness of Arizona. It was an honor to celebrate this special day together…

Wishing Miss Teen Filipino of Arizona the very best as she competes at Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale. Your community is cheering you on!

America doesn’t need more shouting… it needs more civic education.Democracy isn’t just red or blue. It’s a spectrum of i...
07/30/2026

America doesn’t need more shouting… it needs more civic education.

Democracy isn’t just red or blue. It’s a spectrum of ideas, experiences, and people. The strongest communities aren’t built by choosing sides… they’re built by studying the facts, measuring the outcomes, and learning from one another.

My mission is simple:

Study the policy. Measure the outcomes. Teach the lessons.

Let’s build an Arizona where facts matter, results matter, and every voice has the opportunity to be heard.

Over the past week, I’ve had the opportunity to spend time at the Gilbert Police Department speaking with patrol officer...
07/30/2026

Over the past week, I’ve had the opportunity to spend time at the Gilbert Police Department speaking with patrol officers, sergeants, supervisors, and department leadership. I came away with one overwhelming impression: gratitude.

I met good men and women who have chosen a profession that asks them to run toward danger when everyone else is running away from it. That is a tremendous sacrifice.

As the son of a police officer, I have a unique appreciation for what this career demands. My father spent decades serving his community, and now, at 77 years old, I can see the lasting effects that a lifetime of carrying the weight of other people’s worst days can have on a person.

To every officer wearing the badge today: please take care of your mental health. PTSD is real. Constant exposure to violence, tragedy, conflict, and the responsibility of making life-or-death decisions changes people. Seeking help is not weakness… it is wisdom.

Thank you to the Gilbert Police Department for the professionalism, respect, and kindness you showed me throughout the week. Those conversations reminded me that behind every badge is a human being with a family, hopes, fears, and a desire to serve.

And finally…

Dad, I love you.

Thank you for your years of service and for the example you set. You’ll always be my hero.

May God continue to bless and protect the men and women who put on the uniform every day.

For the past seven years, I’ve experienced ongoing anonymous online comments and unwanted communications involving me an...
07/30/2026

For the past seven years, I’ve experienced ongoing anonymous online comments and unwanted communications involving me and my family. It has been difficult at times, but today I want to express my sincere gratitude to the men and women of the Gilbert Police Department.

Thank you to the officers who took the time to listen, answer my questions, document my concerns, and treat me with professionalism and respect. Regardless of the outcome of any investigation, being heard matters.

Public service isn’t always easy, and I appreciate the commitment these officers show every day to our community.

Thank you, Gilbert Police Department, for your professionalism, your patience, and your service.

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