Best Assault Rifle Podcasts (2025)

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Chapter 15--Harvest Music Festival, Las Vegas Part 1 39:23

3d ago39:23

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Send us a text A relatively wealthy man, by himself walks into a Las Vegas resort with TWENTY ONE pieces of luggage. That luggage contained TWENTY Four weapons, including FIFTEEN AR-15s, with bump stocks, and proceeds to turn a music festival into a war zone in TEN minutes. There are two stories; the first is about a musically talented couple and t…

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Chapter 14--Wakefield Technologies 20:16

17d ago20:16

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Send us a text James John Smith, Jr. was a dull guy, with dull parents, a dull life, and a stress free job dealing with noone but his computers. Change was something he neither liked nor cared for. But...Change was coming, and with that an event that would change his life forever...... "Somehow this has become routine! The reporting is routine, my …

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Chapter 13-Hartford Distributors 35:32

1M ago35:32

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Send us a text Darlene Richardson WAS a huge success in what had traditionally been a "man's world;" beer salesman for the leading distributor in Hartford, Connecticut. She lived in her home town, Vernon, CT, right near her favorite restaurant, Rein's New York Style Deli. She was liked and respected by both management, her fellow employees, and cli…

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Chapter 12-American Civic Association, Binghamton, NY 43:57

2M ago43:57

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Send us a text Hoang Duc Lam had already lived several lifetimes: surviving a rickety boat while watching his family being swept overboard; having the good fortune of being taken in by a young Vietnamese couple who survived that same boat; discovering his love of cooking; opening a successful Manhattan Vietnamese fusion restaurant. But nothing prep…

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Chapter 11-Todel Apartments, Hialeah, FL 27:27

2M ago27:27

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Send us a text Carlos "Papi" Perez loved everyone, and everyone loved him. A 31 year veteran jockey,. he'd spent 21 years of his career riding for a Racing Hall of Fame trainer. He'd made over $4 million in his career; he loved his apartment, and his neighbors. Then he met someone who didn't like him...And everything changed. "Somehow this has beco…

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REVIEW-The Assaulted First 10 Chapters 23:12

2M ago23:12

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Send us a text A little insight on the book, it's creation, and some of the references sprinkled through the first 10 chapters. At the end of this review are thoughts on why this book was written, and what the central character is proposing (SPOILER ALERT-It's NOT the banning or removal of ALL guns!) The book will continue with Chapter 11--Fort Lau…

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Chapter 10-Fort Lauderdale Airport 42:08

3M ago42:08

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Send us a text Dr. Elizabeth Blumfield had known happiness-academically, professionally, financially. She had also known tragedy-losing her parents during 9/11. But nothing would prepare her for what she was about to undergo, less than 5 minutes after deplaning from a successful business trip. Nothing. "Somehow this has become routine! The reportin…

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Chapter 9-Sherman Douglas HS, Parkland, FL 27:52

3M ago27:52

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Send us a text The warning signs were there; the kid had complaints against him in 2016 and 2017. Yet he was deemed ready and able to buy an AR-15 and kill students at a high school with it. This is the story of a talented young woman drawn unwittingly into the killer's Circle of Hell because of her amazing ability, and her determination not to let…

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Chapter 8-PULSE Nightclub, Orlando, FL 53:18

4M ago53:18

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Send us a text At the time the largest mass shooting in U.S. history; and who should be there but two very successful young men, celebrating their birthdays on the same day, with dreams of travelling the world. Those dreams are shattered; in its place a new family, a new purpose, and a chance to, if not right this hideous wrong, at least to doing s…

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Chapter 7-Emanuel AME Church Charleston SC 28:20

4M ago28:20

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Send us a text Samuel Ronald Terrance. No school after 7. Numbers runner from 7-15. Impregnates 2 13 year old girls and kills his first 2 men at age 15. Contract killer, making millions by age 36. Convicted, sent to Federal Penitentiary in Atlanta for 20 years...Yet it's when he gets OUT that the story gets interesting! He'll meet someone who'll ma…

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Chapter 6-Inland Regional Center, San Bernadino, CA 22:12

5M ago22:12

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Send us a text Remmy Ramirez was a very shy man, until he got behind the lens of a camera; then he was friendly, confident, brilliant. That all changed one morning at a training for City of San Bernardino employees, when a "Mutt and Jeff" husband/wife team came in with AR-15 automatic weapons..... "Somehow this has become routine! The reporting is …

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Chapter 5-Virginia Tech-April 16, 2007 26:08

5M ago26:08

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Send us a text Gerry Peters was the son of THE broadcasting Power Couple in Washington, DC. He had brains, looks, and was progressing toward a summa cum laude degree in Journalism. At Virginia Tech. In 2007. Where Gerry found himself in the wrong classroom at the wrong moment. "Somehow this has become routine! The reporting is routine, my response,…

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Chapter 4-Readiness Processing Center, Fort Hood TX Thursday Nov. 5, 2009 22:32

6M ago22:32

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Send us a text Stacey McClure loved the U.S. Army; it was her dream to be an American soldier. The path she took was very different from most volunteers, including being one of the best markspersons in the country, as well as the best weapons instructor in the Army. Her life as a Staff Sergeant McClure was overturned on November 5, 2009, living wit…

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Chapter 3-First Baptist Church of Sutherland Springs 45:10

6M ago45:10

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Send us a text Chapter 3 is about a man, born in Georgia, with a very special gift. He travels all over the South, finally ending up in a small Texas town, passing a beautiful little church. This chapter covers the man, the church, and the horrifying results of someone entering that church, just before services, with a semi-automatic rifle. It's al…

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THE ASSAULTED-Prologue, Chapter 1 and Chapter 2 1:05:16

6M ago1:05:16

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Send us a text In Chapter Two we meet Maxine Timmons, a brilliant CPA who rose from one of the worst neighborhoods in the country. She is wounded during the Naval Yard Shooting in 2013, discovers The Assaulted.com, and changes her life dramatically. She also meets up with Ray Wilson at a very unlikely location, with shocking and long term results. …

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Prologue and Chapter One--Waffle House, Antioch TN, April 22, 2018 33:31

7M ago33:31

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Send us a text Raymond J Wilson was happy. Wealthy, with a wonderful wife and beautiful home, he was living the American Dream. And then an AR-15 toting lunatic turned his happy life into a nightmare. Based on an actual mass shooting. "Somehow this has become routine! The reporting is routine, my response, here at this podium ends up being routine,…

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THE ASSAULTED: Prologue-Columbine 4:31

7M ago4:31

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Send us a text In the beginning, there was Columbine; out of that immense tragedy came a website. Small at first, in honor of a murdered teacher, it grew until there were over 30,000 members; victims' families, wounded, friends, co-workers, anyone touched by the searing madness that is a mass shooting. How and why it grew is the story of this prolo…

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Contradictions 1:01:31

2+ y ago1:01:31

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Alana and I catch up on all things BVE, while also discussing why I feel like a walking contraction, amongst other things :) Order my book, “Black Veteran Entrepreneur” here: https://amzn.to/3gme7kg Follow me on Twitter here: https://bit.ly/38CkyZf If you like this type of dialogue and are interested in booking me to speak at your organization, jus…

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Black Veteran Entrepreneur 1:07:53

2+ y ago1:07:53

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Today on the show, I’m joined by longtime friend and Naval Academy classmate, Alana Abernethy, to discuss our book, “Black Veteran Entrepreneur: Validate Your Business Model, Build Your Brand, and Step Into Your Greatness.” The book releases this month on Amazon, so Alana and I decided to jump on the podcast and talk about our journey bringing it t…

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Permission To Speak Freely 1:54:47

2+ y ago1:54:47

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I’m excited to share an interview I had with two amazing active duty Sailors , Damon and Damo from the Podcast Permission to Speak Freely, where they share sea stories and have unfiltered conversations about current events, policies, and everyday life as a service member. It’s not everyday you get to have an unfiltered conversation with two black s…

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Weapons of Mass Destruction (Formerly Known As Assault Rifles) 10:27

3y ago10:27

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Why I think we should rebrand assault rifles for what they really are. Connect with me Instagram @ironmikesteadman or Linkedin “IRON” Mike Steadman Follow me on Twitter here: https://bit.ly/38CkyZf If you like this type of dialogue and are interested in booking me to speak at your organization, just shoot me an email at [email protected] or v…

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Break The Chains 40:44

3y ago40:44

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In the words of Muhammad Ali, “The man who views the world at 50 the same as he did at 20 has wasted 30 years of his life.” Follow me on Twitter here: https://bit.ly/38CkyZf If you like this type of dialogue and are interested in booking me to speak at your organization, just shoot me an email at [email protected] or visit my website www.Conf…

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How Come I Only Hear From You During Black History Month? 18:08

3y ago18:08

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Lets talk about Black History Month.... Connect with me Instagram @ironmikesteadman or Linkedin “IRON” Mike SteadmanBy Gifted Sounds Network, Mike Steadman

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I’m On A Deadline with My Publisher 23:40

3+ y ago23:40

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I’m in sprint to get the first draft submitted of Black Veteran Entrepreneur. Connect with me Instagram @ironmikesteadman or Linkedin “IRON” Mike SteadmanBy Gifted Sounds Network, Mike Steadman

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Gratitude 26:20

3+ y ago26:20

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I share why I’m grateful this holiday season. Subscribe to my newsletter here: https://bit.ly/2Xc2TVE Follow me on Twitter here: https://bit.ly/38CkyZf www.ConfessionsofANativeSon.comBy Gifted Sounds Network, Mike Steadman

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The Black Man's Burden 34:08

3+ y ago34:08

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I discuss “The Black Man’s Burden,” and the weight of responsibility that comes with carrying it. Subscribe to my newsletter here: https://bit.ly/2Xc2TVEBy Gifted Sounds Network, Mike Steadman

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Roger Bannister 1:00:34

3+ y ago1:00:34

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I share my thoughts on why Roger Bannister breaking the 4-minute mile is my new mental model for success. Subscribe to my newsletter here: https://bit.ly/2Xc2TVE Resources: “What Breaking the 4-Minute Mile Taught Us About the Limits of Conventional Thinking” by Bill Taylor: https://bit.ly/3kMO4Si Preserving the Warrior Ethos by H. R. MCMASTER: http…

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War and Literature with Thomas Schueman, USMC 1:32:36

3+ y ago1:32:36

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I’m joined by fellow Marine Infantry Officer and English professor at the United States Naval Academy, Thomas Scheuman. We discuss his deployment to Afghanistan in 2010, with 3rd Battalion, 5th Marines, the literature of war, and the importance of veterans bearing witness to the realities of combat. Subscribe to my newsletter here: https://bit.ly/2…

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Hoover 32:31

3+ y ago32:31

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I share my thoughts on being selected to participate in the Hoover Institutes Veteran Fellowship Program at Stanford University (VFP). To learn more about the Hoover Institutes VFP Program at Stanford University, click here: https://hvr.co/3BEVBZT Subscribe to my newsletter here: https://bit.ly/2Xc2TVE Follow me on Twitter here: https://bit.ly/38Ck…

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Confessions of A Hawaiian Navy SEAL 1:34:20

3+ y ago1:34:20

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I sit down with my Navy Boxing Teammate Antone Aku, to discuss his childhood, his time in the SEAL Teams, and his future as an entrepreneur. Leave a comment on today’s show on my Substack at https://bit.ly/2Xc2TVE Follow me on Twitter here: https://bit.ly/38CkyZf If you like this type of dialogue and are interested in booking me to speak at your or…

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Why Black Entrepreneurs Need Access To Patient Capital with Lyneir Richardson, Executive Director of the Rutgers Center for Urban Entrepreneurship & Economic Development (CUEED) 36:41

3+ y ago36:41

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I share the inaugural episode of IRONBOUND Media's new podcast, "Black Entrepreneurs Survive And Thrive" or BEST. The BEST podcast is for impact investors, community leaders, and institutions, and committed to economic empowerment and support of Black Entrepreneurs in America, and who are willing to provide patient capital in the form of grants, or…

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Why Higher Education Isn't Closing The Racial Wealth Gap for Black Americans 29:36

3+ y ago29:36

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I share my thoughts on Higher Education and discuss the Wall Street Journal article, “College Was Supposed to Close the Wealth Gap for Black Americans. The Opposite Happened,” By Rachel Louise Ensign and Shane Shifflett. Subscribe to the show's newsletter here: https://bit.ly/2Xc2TVE Follow me on Twitter here: https://bit.ly/38CkyZf If you like thi…

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Reflections on the Final Days of The Afghanistan Withdrawal with Col. Thomas Hobbs, USMC (Ret.) 1:22:10

3+ y ago1:22:10

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Col. Hobbs and I discuss the final days of the withdrawal of US forces from Afghanistan, the Narrative in the Media, and where we go from here as a Country. Leave a comment on today’s show on my Substack at https://bit.ly/2Xc2TVE For all of our listeners and Superfans tuning in all over the world, visit www.ConfessionsofANativeSon.com to sign-up fo…

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The Importance of Building Bridges of Social Capital Within The Black Community with Phillip Jones 49:41

3+ y ago49:41

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My long-time friend, fraternity brother, and fellow Marine, Phillip Jones, joins the show to discuss how we can build bridges of social capital within our community. Leave a comment on today’s show on my Substack at https://bit.ly/2Xc2TVE For all of our listeners and superfans tuning in all over the world, visit www.ConfessionsofANativeSon.com to s…

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Confessions of Two Afghan War Veterans 1:10:42

3+ y ago1:10:42

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I’m joined by fellow Afghan War Veteran, Author, and Army Green Beret, Herb Thompson, to discuss our feelings on the withdrawal of US forces from Afghanistan. Let me know what you think of today’s episode by subscribing to my Substack at https://bit.ly/2Xc2TVE and leaving a comment. For all of our listeners and superfans tuning in all over the worl…

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Vanity Metrics 49:20

3+ y ago49:20

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Why do we care so much about vanity metrics, even when common sense tells us otherwise? Let me know what you think of today’s episode on by subscribing to my Substack at https://bit.ly/2Xc2TVE For all of our listeners and superfans tuning in all over the world, sign-up for our newsletter on substack at the following link: https://bit.ly/2Xc2TVE , I…

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Soundtracks 45:51

3+ y ago45:51

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I open up about the negative thoughts that have been playing in my head and how I'm replacing them with new soundtracks, day by day. Let me know what you think of today’s episode on Instagram @ironmikesteadman or Linkedin: https://bit.ly/2Uyh6eJ Books Mentioned: Soundtracks: The Surprising Solution to Overthinking by Jon Acuff https://amzn.to/3inpZ…

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Moving the Goalposts 58:32

4y ago58:32

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I open up about how I'm constantly moving the goalposts and my struggles with being present. For all of our listeners and Superfans tuning in all over the world, head over to ConfessionsofANativeSon.com and sign-up for our newsletter. If you like this type of dialogue and are interested in booking me to speak at your organization, you can contact m…

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My Skepticism with Conscious Capitalism 24:54

4y ago24:54

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My criticism and revelation regarding the conscious capital movement. Am I wrong or am I right? Let me know on instagram @ironmikesteadman or Linkedin: https://bit.ly/2Uyh6eJ For all of our listeners and Superfans tuning in all over the world, head over to ConfessionsofANativeSon.com and sign-up for our newsletter. If you like this type of dialogue…

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To Boxing With Love 2:01:22

4y ago2:01:22

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The following is an open love letter to the sport of boxing and a reminder to myself, why I started IRONBOUND Boxing. For all of our listeners and superfans tuning in all over the world, head over to ConfessionsofANativeSon.com and sign-up for our newsletter. If you like this type of dialogue and are interested in booking me to speak at your organi…

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Uncovering Stereotypical Biases Between African Immigrants and African Americans with Jude Akpunku Jr, Author of "The Dangers of a Single Story" 1:09:28

4y ago1:09:28

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I discuss the complexity of race relations between Native-born African-Americans and African Immigrants, with my fraternity brother and fellow Naval Academy graduate Jude Akpunku Jr. You can purchase Jude's book "The Dangers of A Single Story" here: https://amzn.to/3jR5ldt For all of our listeners and superfans tuning in all over the world, head ov…

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Black Men in Higher Education with Dr. Jarrod E. Druery 1:39:38

4y ago1:39:38

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Predominately white universities spend an abundant amount of money and resources recruiting young black men, but what's the point if there are no systems and infrastructure in place to ensure they succeed and graduate once they're there? For all of our listeners and superfans tuning in all over the world, head over to ConfessionsofANativeSon.com an…

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The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead 1:20:58

4y ago1:20:58

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In this episode, I discuss the Pulitzer Prize-winning book “The Underground Railroad'' by Colson Whitehead, along with the Amazon Series directed by Berry Jenkins. Resources mentioned in this episode: The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead ( Support small businesses by purchasing it from a local Independent bookstore) The TV Series is availab…

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Confessions of a Vietnamese American 1:54:53

4y ago1:54:53

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In the following episode, I sat down with my longtime friend, fellow Marine and Naval Academy graduate, Huy Troung. As a first-generation Vietnamese American who immigrated to America at an early age, Troung brings a unique perspective on the American experience.By Mike Steadman, Marine Corps Veteran, Entrepreneur, Author, Boxing, IRONBOUND Boxing, Newark

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The Case for An Afrikan Centered Education with Méchelle Kelsick, THRIVE Graduate and CEO of Kreation Academy 1:38:13

4y ago1:38:13

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Seventeen-year-old Newark resident and THRIVE graduate Méchelle Kelsick makes the case for an "Afrikan" Centered Education. This is an episode you don't want to miss...By Mike Steadman, Marine Corps Veteran, Entrepreneur, Author, Boxing, IRONBOUND Boxing, Newark

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"Forgive," the new mantra and practice for Black Men with Ulysses "Butch" Slaughter 1:41:24

4y ago1:41:24

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How one black man overcame hurt, anger, and trauma by learning to forgive....By Mike Steadman, Marine Corps Veteran, Entrepreneur, Author, Boxing, IRONBOUND Boxing, Newark

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James Baldwin's 1960 Interview on being Black in America 38:56

4y ago38:56

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In this 1960 conversation with host Nathan Cohen on the CBC-TV program Encounter, Baldwin incorporates history and culture to try to explain the modern-day relationship between white people and "the Negro" in the United States.By Mike Steadman, James Baldwin, Marine Corps Veteran, Entrepreneur, Author, Boxing, IRONBOUND Boxing, Newark

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"Confessions of A Muslim American" 1:40:31

4y ago1:40:31

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In the following episode, Rutgers-Newark Alumni and Third Year Harvard Law School Student, Mo Light, shares his experience as a Muslim American.By Mike Steadman, Marine Corps Veteran, Entrepreneur, Author, Boxing, IRONBOUND Boxing, Newark

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"Brewing While Black" with Teo Hunter, Co-Founder of Crown & Hops Brewing Company 1:28:58

4y ago1:28:58

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What's going on everyone, Welcome to another edition of Confessions of a Native Son, I'm your host "IRON" Mike Steadman. I'm a Marine Corps Veteran, Entrepreneur, and Aspiring author, who enjoys thought-provoking and engaging dialogue about race, culture, and business In today's episode, I sit down with Teo Hunter, Co-Founder of Crown & Hops Brewin…

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New Podcast Alert! Introducing "The Transition: From the Military to Entrepreneurship" hosted by IRON Mike Steadman 57:04

4y ago57:04

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Whether you are aware or not, last October I launched another podcast called "The Transition," where I demystify the entrepreneurial experience for veterans and military spouses. I have the privilege of hosting this podcast for Bunker Labs, a national network of veteran and milspouse entrepreneurs dedicated to helping the military-connected communi…

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