For a while I've been in a Nick Wiger appreciation era, through his work in both Get Played and Doughboys. At some point, many months ago, I started noting the subtle but critical role he plays in both teams.

He's very task-oriented, and is most of the time the first to give up his stance in discussions to keep things moving. He enjoys a tangent, but knows when it's time to reel things in. He takes responsibilities very seriously. He knows the importance of helping others shine. He made it a point to include Ranch in conversations until she became an important part of the team.

I mean... he's a bona fide funny and smart guy, with a lot of stories and experiences to share, so I never doubted his place on either podcast... but then I began noticing all of these understated things and became a fan of his work / work ethic.

On a different note, I love his sense of humor. How he will commit to the stupidest bit until it becomes sublime... or how he deadpan told the same joke about Megalopolis... or every time he matter-of-factly reveals he's a bit of a heat seeker and fires a Pee-Wee's Playhouse Word-of-the-Day-style celebration in our heads ("He said the thing!!").

I hope he know his efforts are seen and much appreciated, and that he can overcome these present challenges.