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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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

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

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

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

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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

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

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

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

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

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…

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…

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. With the legalization of recreational marijuana in 15 states and the opening of …

What's going on everyone, Welcome to another edition of Confessions of a Native Son, I'm your host "IRON" Mike Steadman, a Marine Corps Veteran, Entrepreneur, and Aspiring author, who enjoys thought-provoking and engaging dialogue about race, culture, and business. In the aftermath of the death of George Floyd, and the riots that took place all acr…

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. It feels good to be back on the pod after a bit of break. I've taken the last fe…

What's going on everyone, Welcome to another edition of Confessions of a Native Son, I'm your host 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 1965 at the University of Cambridge, two of the foremost American intellectuals, Jam…

What's going on everyone, Welcome to another edition of Confessions of a Native Son, I'm your host 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 preparation for Season 2 of "Confessions of a Native Son," I've decided to share wit…

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. It's been a long hard road to get here, but we've finally come to the end of Season of 1 Confessions of a …

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 the following episode, I sat down Tracey Fetherson, a former Marine logistics…

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 the following episode, I finally close out the Always Faithful series, where …

What's going on everyone, Welcome to another edition of Confessions of a Native Son, I'm your host 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 the following episode, I address the most difficult subject matter of this show, my …

What's going on everyone, Welcome to another edition of Confessions of a Native Son, I'm your host Mike Steadman. I'm a Marine Corps Veteran, Entrepreneur, and Aspiring author, who enjoys thought-provoking and engaging dialogue about race, culture, and business. I've got some exciting news for you. I've decided to wrap up the initial Always Faithfu…

What's going on everyone, Welcome to another edition of Confessions of a Native Son, I'm your host 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 this episode, I chop it up with another brother from another mother, Mr. Nate Jester…

What's going on everyone, Welcome to another edition of Confessions of a Native Son, I'm your host 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 this episode, I chop it up with my brother from another mother, Ian Kilo. Ian and I …

What's going on everyone, Welcome to another edition of Confessions of a Native Son, I'm your host 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 this episode, I interview my good friend and fellow Navy Boxing Teammate, Mikoto Yos…

What's going on everyone, Welcome to another edition of Confessions of a Native Son, I'm your host 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 this raw and unedited episode, my Co-Producer, Mike Loyd, joins the show to rant wit…

What's going on everyone, Welcome to another edition of Confessions of a Native Son, I'm your host 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 this episode, I discuss Black Economic Empowerment and the many challenges black Ame…

What's going on everyone, Welcome to another edition of Confessions of a Native Son, I'm your host Mike Steadman. I'm a Marine Corps Veteran, Entrepreneur, and Aspiring author, who enjoys thought-provoking and engaging dialogue about race, culture, and business. The following episode is an extension of our current series, Alway's Faithful, where I …

What's going on everyone, Welcome to a special edition of Confessions of a Native Son, I'm your host 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 this Raw, unedited episode, My Co-Producer and I, Mike Lloyd, discuss the recent e…