Episode 70 – Michael Kannady: Past, Present, and Future (Hosted by Tim Hanner)

We've got a deep one in this episode of The FocalFlip Podcast, where Tim Hanner sits down with Mike for the most vulnerable conversation to date, tracing the full arc of his life: the past that shaped him, the present that grounded him, and the future he’s intentionally building.

Mike and Tim’s relationship began years ago in a unique way. Tim became principal at Piner Elementary the year after Mike had moved on to Twenhofel, yet their paths would eventually cross—marking the start of a mentorship that would quietly influence Mike’s growth as a person, leader, and man.

Mike opens up about growing up on a farm, his deep love and respect for his parents, and the values instilled through hard work, school, sports, and community. He reflects on his soc ...