Send us a text This week, we welcome Stanley Fritz, a community organizer, writer, and the founder of "Let’s Not Be Trash" on Substack. During the episode Stanley explores his motivations for engaging in state and local policy and addresses the phrase "men are trash" with a perspective that promotes growth and accountability. Stanley shares his jou…

Send us a text During this episode, Mike and Josh are joined by political strategist Eddie Taveras, who specializes in campaigns, public engagement programs, policy advocacy, and government relations. In this episode, Eddie shares how he began his career in fashion, navigated societal pressures, confronted imposter syndrome, and transitioned into s…

Send us a text This week, we are joined by Dr. Kisha Bryant, founder and CEO of ENLIVEN Counseling and Consulting. During the episode, Dr. Bryant delves into the art of balancing mind, body, and spirit. She shares her expert insights on defining balance in our interconnected lives, common challenges people face, and personal experiences of regainin…

Send us a text In this week's episode, Mike and Josh are joined by Jerome Sanders, a Senior Product Marketing Manager, whose life journey has been shaped by a variety of experiences. From growing up in a military family to his deep understanding of technology and the importance of mentorship, Jerome shares insights that have contributed to his succ…

Send us a text In this week's episode, Mike and Josh discuss the anticipation of brighter days ahead. They delve into the significance of respecting the journey, particularly during difficult times. Mike shares his personal experience, emphasizing the necessity of patience and determination to navigate through challenging seasons. Despite the inabi…

Send us a text In this week's episode, Mike and Josh are joined by Dr. Moala Bannavti a research advocate interested in using analytical chemistry to identify how PCB (Polychlorinated Biphenyls) concentrations are transporting to the atmosphere. The heart of the discussion revolves around Dr. Bannavti's expertise in PCBs and their profound impact o…

Send us a text In this week's episode, Mike and Josh are joined by Chad Covin, a trailblazer in the tech industry. The heart of the episode delves into Chad's unique journey, starting with his early love for math detailed in his blog, "We are all numbers." Listeners will discover how this passion shaped his career in the tech industry and the impac…

Send us a text In this week's episode, Mike and Josh take some time to reflect on the year including areas of growth, seasons of change, and what they look forward to embracing in the new year. Support the show由The Power of A Growth Mindset

Send us a text In this week's episode, Mike and Josh are joined by Chazz Scott, an author, keynote speaker, and resilience and mindset coach. Chazz emphasizes the importance of finding balance, cultivating a growth mindset, and equipping the skills needed to disrupt a negative mindset. Additionally, Chazz highlights the science of positive thinking…

Send us a text In this week's episode, Mike and Josh are joined by Traevon Jackson, a native of Westerville, Ohio and an alumni of the University of Wisconsin. Traevon provides insight on life as a professional athlete, the importance of paving it forward for the next generation, and using a growth mindset to power through his next ventures while i…

Send us a text In this week's episode, Mike and Josh are joined by Jerome Joseph, a graduate of THE Howard University. He’s also an educator, master facilitator, and a student of leadership who has been leading teams for almost a decade. Jerome stresses the importance of self care, alternative paths to success for students, and how we can all play …

Send us a text In this week's episode, Mike and Josh are joined by Ismael Brown, author of "My Own Worst Enemy: A Black Man's American Story." Ismael shares his personal story while emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries, being open to growth, overcoming generational trauma, and chartering a path to success. Throughout this conversation, …

Send us a text In this week's episode, Mike and Josh are joined by Tiffany Kelly, founder of FitTeach and Tiffany Inspires, two companies providing wellness coaching and resources for women and educators. Tiffany shares her personal journey towards improving her overall well-being and how it led to the creation of her companies. She emphasizes the …

Send us a text On this week's episode, Mike and Josh are joined by Hady Mendez, a diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) leader, who discusses the importance of providing opportunities for women of color and paving a path for the next generation. Additionally, Hady shares strategies for maintaining a growth mindset in the face of adversity and prio…

Send us a text For this week's episode, tune in for a thought-provoking discussion with life psychologist and mental peak performance expert Dr. Anthony Rhodman, as he discusses his journey and the inspiration behind his work. In this episode, Dr. Anthony Rhodman dives into taboo conversations surrounding spirituality in the community and its impac…

Send us a text During this week's episode, Mike and Josh held their last episode for the year by sharing their yearly personal reflections while highlighting memorable moments from this past year. As the year comes to a close, Mike and Josh are encouraging everyone to take time to reflect, let go of things that no longer serve a purpose, and be ope…

Send us a text In this week's episode, Mike and Josh are joined with Jemar Pearsall, founder of Simply Motivated Apparel. Tune in as Jemar discusses his journey of building a legacy while consistently delivering quality merchandise that motivates others to live a fulfilled lifestyle. Support the show…

Send us a text In this week's episode, Mike and Josh are joined with Sheena Lynne, founder of Kemet Clothing Company and Charming Creole Consulting. Tune in as Sheena shares her story of entrepreneurship and how she has overcome many life obstacles to achieve her vision of creating a successful business while also finding ways to pour back into oth…

Send us a text "Believe in your story. Use that story to fuel your life. Use it to fuel your dreams. Use it to pay for your dreams. Use it to accomplish your dreams because it's not a coincidence that you have that story." -James O'Neal In this week's episode, Mike and Josh are joined with James O'Neal, a National Board Certified math teacher and c…

Send us a text How do you find opportunities to grow in environments that do not serve you purpose? In this week's episode, Mike and Josh discuss how to find comfort in discouraging moments. They also take some time to discuss the upcoming free college application process for upcoming students interested in pursuing higher education. Support the sh…

Send us a text On Sunday, July 24th, 2022, our co-host, Joshua Gandy, completed Ironman 140.6 Lake Placid. In this week's episode, Josh discusses the life lessons he learned while completing this long distance race. He also touches on how these lessons can be applied to our everyday lives as we continue to pursue success in all that we do. Support …

Send us a text In this week's episode, Mike discusses the 9-steps to reclaiming your life. We all go through different trials and tribulations, but it's critical to take the necessary steps to ensure that we are growing, learning, adapting, and finding ways to live a fulfilled life. Support the show由The Power of A Growth Mindset

Send us a text In this week's episode, Mike and Josh are joined by Terrill McKnight, a licensed clinical mental health therapist where they discuss the many aspects of mental health wellbeing. During the episode, they also focus on how society plays a role in impacting black masculinity and the importance of establishing a village to support their …

Send us a text In this week's episode, Mike and Josh are joined by Octavia Miller, Ashley Seely, Ph.D., and Christa Washington, Ph.D. Tune in as the group discusses inequities women continue to face and the importance of challenging systems and beliefs to create a more sound base culture that promotes equality for all women. Support the show…

Send us a text Happy Black History Month PGM! Tune in as we dive into what black history means to Mike and Josh and also the importance of being intentional, prioritizing change, and why black history is important each and every day. Support the show由The Power of A Growth Mindset

Send us a text Happy New Year and welcome back to another year with the Power of a Growth Mindset. With a new year having arrived, it's imperative that we goal set and prioritize what we want to achieve in 2022. Tune in as Mike and Josh share their 2022 goals, the theme for this year's show, and how you can prioritize and plan your goal execution f…

Send us a text 2021 has been a challenging year but with the ups and downs, we are optimistic for 2022. This year, we have had the opportunity to engage in conversations with many people who were able to bring a unique perspective to our platform. We are extremely thankful for our listeners and everyone who took this journey with us. Happy Holidays…

Send us a text "If you move over, I (God) can take care of it. Often we stand in the way of what we are called to do because of what we envision in our head of what we want to do." - Asia Cunningham In this week's episode, we are joined with Asia Cunningham, who tells her story of hope for our education system, her story of resilience, and the impo…

Send us a text It's not a sprint, it's a marathon. In this week's episode, we are joined with Akil Asim, founder of SvN Arrow, recent home owner, and change advocate who shares his story of resilience, long term goals, and his outlook on his future achievements. Support the show由The Power of A Growth Mindset

Send us a text Sometimes, life can be hard but it's imperative that we maintain a growth mindset so that we may overcome all obstacles that step in our way. In episode 7, we are joined with Kimberly Spears, who shares her story of overcoming some of life's most challenging obstacles while also highlighting what it means to take time to reflect, gro…

Send us a text "There is life after domestic violence. You were made to live. I live my life like it's golden because it is. Pick up the pieces and keep going." - Brenda White Silence is no longer acceptable. In episode 6, we are joined by Ms. Brenda White, a domestic violence survivor who shares her story of survival, finding peace, and continuing…

Send us a text "Always remember to trust the process." - Sabrina McMillan We all know networking can be a difficult task, but starting small can lead to significant gains in our everyday life. In this week's episode, we are joined by realtor and founder of Wine N Keys, Sabrina McMillan. Sabrina touches on building your brand and how you can leverag…

Send us a text "Be true to who you are, don't lose yourself trying to fit in" -Reginald Boney What is professionalism? Do I have to play the game to win? In this week's episode, the PGM Show kicks off the Build Your Own Brand (BYOB) series by welcoming Legal Consultant Reginald Boney(Reggie). On the show Reggie discusses his experience building his…

Send us a text Men, it's time that we take care of ourselves! With June being Men's Health month, Mike and Josh dive into the importance of men's health in this week's episode. Tune in as they discuss the need to incorporate healthy habits, doctor's visits, and finding comfort in not being ok, to ensure that as men, we are showing up for our loved …

Send us a text Happy Mental Health Awareness month! In this week's episode, Mike and Josh are joined by Autumn Walker, a therapist helping drive conversations around mental health in communities of color while also inspiring those to achieve success in all aspects of their life. Tune in as they dive into the importance of mental health, overcoming …

Send us a text It all starts with you! In this week's episode, tune in as Mike and Josh share the purpose of the PGM Show and highlight the different topics that will be covered throughout this year. Be prepare to be challenged, enlightened, laugh, cry, and grow as they help you manifest in your journey. Support the show…

Send us a text The Power of a Growth Mindset (PGM) aims to create a space for the culture to engage in vital conversations about mental health, racial inequality, masculinity, and much more. Our conversations are designed to help our audience discover their essence to live a more fulfilling life by breaking curses and building legacies. Support the…