Hello artvvb,
Thank you for the input about the amplifier! I used the following amplifier which I am using for a simpler version of a voice changer using an arduino uno . I simplified the code down to a beeping sin wave and could hear sound from the speakers now. But when I try to add some complexity to my project ie anything over a constant single sin wave there is no sound. Also still trying to troubleshoot the mic but I figure I should get the speakers working first.
If anyone has any experience with interfacing the two please input your advice! :)