Michael Weeldreyer

Senior manager in the defense industry and guitarist for Side Hustle; a founding band member who previously served in the U.S. Navy and plays regularly with colleagues from the antitrust community.

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Sep 22, 2025 • 34min

#344 What Happens When Antitrust Lawyers Form a Bar Band? Behind the Music of Side Hustle

Meet Michael Weeldreyer, a U.S. Navy veteran turned defense industry senior manager, and Tara Koslov, a former deputy director at the FTC, both rocking out as part of Side Hustle. They dive into the origins of their unique band formed by antitrust lawyers, recount hilarious jam sessions, and discuss their eclectic set list spanning seven decades. Discover how live performances invigorate their hectic lives and the sheer joy they aim to bring audiences, all while balancing their serious day jobs in law.

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