Talkin' Crazy Podcast

In this episode, Meech opens up about taking leave, returning to the MACE, and why he decided to create a second Instagram — not to escape Meech Speaks, but to reconnect with Demetrius Thigpen. From the grind of recruiting duty to the constant pressure of being “on” as a creator, Meech shares how easy it is to lose yourself in the mission — and how stepping back doesn’t mean quitting, it means coming home to yourself. This one’s for every service member, leader, and driven person who’s been giving everything to the mission but nothing to themselves. IG & TIKTOK: meech.speaks or meech.thinks Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home.  Visit https://betterhelp.com/meechspeaks  and enjoy a special discount on your first month.

After a year and some change away, I went back home — to the MACE, the place that made me. What started as a visit to the MCMAP 25th Anniversary turned into one of the most emotional experiences of my life. In this episode, I talk about what it felt like to walk through those doors again, the brotherhood that never fades, and the lessons I didn’t know I still needed to learn. From grace to legacy, from pain to purpose — this one’s personal. IG & TIKTOK: meech.speaks Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home.  Visit https://betterhelp.com/meechspeaks  and enjoy a special discount on your first month.

After 16 years in the Marine Corps, I’ve seen the highs, the lows, and everything in between — from getting NJP’d to becoming a Martial Arts Instructor Trainer, author, podcaster, and father who refuses to play small. In this episode, I break down 5 hard-earned lessons (plus a bonus) that have shaped me as a Marine, leader, and man: * 🕰 Patience: Why you can’t quit before the plan has time to work * 🔥 Adversity as Fuel: How owning your mistakes turns setbacks into motivation * 💡 Never Make Yourself Small: Stop dimming your light for people who can’t handle your shine * 🏗 Rebuild & Rebrand: Forget what they say — you’re allowed to grow and start over * 🎯 Life After the Marine Corps: Building your exit plan before it’s too late * 🏀 Bonus – Rubber vs. Glass Balls: Learning what to protect at all cost. This is a reflection on 16 years of lessons — and a challenge to look at your own career, own your story, and start building what’s next. IG & TIKTOK: meech.speaks Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home.  Visit https://betterhelp.com/meechspeaks  and enjoy a special discount on your first month.

This week on the Talkin’ Crazy Podcast, I’m coming in hot — we are talking about expectations, friendships, and why betrayal hurts so bad. Too many of us are expecting “us” from people who were never built like us. I break down: * Why expecting loyalty from everyone is setting yourself up for disappointment * How to stop giving “friend privileges” to classmates, coworkers, and followers * Why fake friends, silent supporters, and secret competitors are dangerous to keep around * How to reevaluate your circle and protect your peace This episode is about boundaries, accountability, and clarity. If you’ve ever been betrayed, let down, or left wondering why someone you trusted switched up — this one’s for you. IG & TIKTOK: meech.speaks Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home.  Visit https://betterhelp.com/meechspeaks  and enjoy a special discount on your first month.

This week, I step back and break down the hard lessons I’ve learned watching Marines, influencers, and the world spiral over the past week and a half. From the assassination of Charlie Kirk to yet another Marine dragged through social media, this episode isn’t about adding to the noise — it’s about accountability, empathy, and shutting your mouth when it’s time to listen. I cover: * Why you can’t keep giving people the power to take away what you value * How fake friends are worse than enemies * Why some military influencers don’t actually care about Marines * How to balance speaking up vs. staying silent * The need for compassion, even when we disagree If you wear the uniform, if you’re a father, if you’ve ever felt like the world was waiting for you to slip — this one’s for you. IG & TIKTOK: meech.speaks Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home.  Visit https://betterhelp.com/meechspeaks  and enjoy a special discount on your first month.