Episode 5: Michael Rotondo, Book: Turn Off the Lights

Michael is also known as Mr. Mike. His book, Turn Off the Lights, is a collection of poetry dating back to his teenage years that covers a variety of themes, including love, heartbreak, pain, depression, mental health, and concussions.

“Growing up, there was an unwritten rule that men should not express their feelings. As a teenager, it is rather difficult to keep your emotions bottled up. You are navigating the social realm of high school and learning who you are. Why poetry?”