Best Mountain Amp Valley Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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S6 E16 - Are You In A Growth Environment? 29:27

1h ago29:27

29:27

We’ve all had moments in life where we feel stagnant & stuck. This often leads us to wondering. If something might be wrong with us, and this questioning often leads to a loss of morale, confidence, self-worth & the motivation to continue going after all of your goals, dreams, and aspirations! The good news is, you’re not the problem! There’s NOTHI…

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Vitalize Podcast S6 E15 - Choosing Your Future 37:58

3d ago37:58

37:58

One of the greatest speakers of all time, & my personal mentor, Mr. Les Brown, delivered one of the most impactful speeches of all time in 1996 in front of a sold out crowd in the Georgia dome where he delivered his famous speech introducing the choosing your future framework! Join your friendly neighborhood host, Mr. Marcus Black, as he unpacks & …

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S6 E14 Can You Stand The Rain? 35:26

23d ago35:26

35:26

“Sunny days… everybody LOVES them, but can you stand the rain? Storms will come. This we know for sure, but, CAN YOU STAND THE RAIN?” We all have times where the proverbial rains in our lives downpour on us, leaving us struggling to cope with the reality of our difficult circumstances! Join your friendly neighborhood host, Mr. Marcus Black, as he h…

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The Vitalize Podcast S6 E13 - THE CLIMB: Adventures on The Island of Enchantment 48:40

2M ago48:40

48:40

We all have mountains to climb in this life. Sometimes, the mountains standing before us are so enormous that we feel they’re impossible to climb. This makes it easy for us to “wish them all away” but If we never had mountains to climb in this life, we’d never get to enjoy the miraculous views. Join your friendly neighborhood, Mr. Marcus Black, as …

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Vitalize Podcast S6 E12 - Because YOU CAN! 27:01

2M ago27:01

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We’ve all had moments in life where we’ve felt like we can’t… Either because we’ve tried & failed, or more often than not, someone else placed their own personal limiting beliefs on us & we accepted them as our own truth! Either way… THATS A BOLD-FACED LIE!! No matter who told you that you can’t, they lied & you can tell them I said it!! Tap in wit…

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#71 | Dancing On Top Of The World's Most Iconic Mountain Peaks, The Art of Summit Shuffling, The Intersection of Dance & Mountaineering with Brett Patrontasch aka Summit Shuffler 1:26:42

2M ago1:26:42

1:26:42

On this episode I have SoCal based trekker, climber, peak bagger, mountaineer, and mountain dancer, Brett Patrontasch aka Summit Shuffler, join me on the show. We chat about his first hiking memories, top trails in California, hiking hacks & tips, summit shuffle dancing and climbing iconic peaks such as Mount Whitney & the Matterhorn, how dancing a…

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#70 | Astonishing Encounters with Pacific Northwest Wildlife, An Unforgettable Stars Wars Themed Group HIke, From Solo Hiking to Outdoor Podcasting, Pacific Northwest Vs. SoCal Scene with Ivan Orozco 2:05:38

2M ago2:05:38

2:05:38

On this episode I have Pacific Northwest based trekker, peak bagger, outdoor adventurer, founder of the Yakima Valley Trekkers, and the voice behind the Hikes And Mics Podcast, Ivan Orozco, join me on the show. We chat about his first hiking memories, the origin story to creating the Hikes and Mics Podcast, top trails in the Pacific Northwest, hiki…

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S6 - E11 SPREAD THE CHEER: Because YOU CAN! 34:51

3M ago34:51

34:51

As you may or may not know, your friendly neighborhood host, Mr. Marcus Black, returned to Vegas for the annual Cheer Choice Awards; this time as a nominee for multiple awards with his organization Generation Why and as an award presenter in the official show cast, and this experience was nothing short of mind-blowing in the best way! Join us for t…

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#69 | SoCal Hometown Heroes - Exclusive Recording from the 4 Year Anniversary Live Podcast Show feat. Karla Amador (52 Hike Challenge), Cris Hazzard (HikingGuy.com), & Anjelica Avella (Film "Forward) 1:26:41

3M ago1:26:41

1:26:41

On this episode, I release the full recording from our second ever live podcast show. It was filmed at the Just Trek Podcast 4 Year Anniversary celebration on Sat, April 6th at the Happier Camper Outdoor Showroom + Happier Cafe here in Los Angeles. The guest panel featured SoCal Hometown Heroes such as Karla Amador (founder of @52hikechallenge), Cr…

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S6 E10- TURN THE PAGE!! It’s time for your next chapter!! 33:51

3M ago33:51

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Life is a journey filled with ups, downs, & all arounds! If we’re honest, we all have times where it gets so tough trying to find our way in this world that we get completely stuck and feel like throwing in the towel! The good news is, every life is an epic masterpiece of a story, and one bad chapter doesn’t define the book that is your life! You’r…

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S6 E9 - Unsung Heroes: The Sean C. Johnson Effect 34:08

4M ago34:08

34:08

Sometimes, life has a way of bringing you the greatest gifts through the people you least expect them from. That is precisely what happened in this instance. God blessed me to cross paths with one of the most extraordinary humans whom I can honestly say my life wouldn’t be the same without! Join me, your friendly host, as I unpack a story over 10 y…

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S6 E8 - BIG AS THE WHAT?? The Drake & J.Cole Effect! 44:36

4M ago44:36

44:36

There are times in life where you get to experience moments in time that are truly mind blowing & priceless! Having an opportunity to catch living Legends, Drake & J.Cole on tour together definitely qualifies as one of those moments. Not only was this experience remarkable from start to finish, but it was also a testament to the strength, resilienc…

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Sun Rays - Reflections of Love 3:39

4M ago3:39

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It has been over 18 months since I recorded an episode. If I were to be honest, I have been a journey to find my voice again. Today, I woke with a heavy desire to reflect and decided to record it. There's a quote I have been holding close to my heart over the past 13 months, "love is like sun rays on your face." This episode is a brief reflection o…

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S6 E7 - GO FOR IT: THIS is Your Sign! 40:11

4M ago40:11

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Change. It’s often so much easier said than done, but in reality, everything is easier said than done because it takes no effort to say words. Real transformation requires action. That said, join your friendly neighborhood host Mr. Marcus Black as he gives you a blueprint to taking intentional steps & actions towards changing your entire life and m…

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S6 E6 - Run The Play: Trusting The Process! 39:43

4M ago39:43

39:43

Sometimes, we get so consumed with watching what others are doing and comparing our chapter 1 to their chapter 10 that we lose sight of our own purpose on the planet. This causes us to rush into erratic and irrational decisions that only lead to chaos in our lives! It doesn’t have to be this way though! In sports, a coach will call a “play” that te…

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#68 | Surreal Mount Baldy & Eastern Sierra Adventures, The Importance Of Solo Travel, Escaping A Volcanic Storm, and Exploring Iceland & Banff with Tomasa 2:45:38

4M ago2:45:38

2:45:38

On this episode I have SoCal based trekker, peak bagger, outdoor content creator, and solo world traveler, Tomasa aka @iamoneness11, join me on the show. We chat about her first hiking memories, her top mountains in California, top international treks, hiking hacks & solo travel tips, what sparked her passion for solo adventuring, her love for Coto…

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S3 E5- Protect Your Peace w/Trent Shelton 43:59

5M ago43:59

43:59

The Man, The Myth & The Legend himself dropped in today for a powerful conversation about his BRAND NEW BOOK, “Protect Your Peace: 9 unapologetic principles for living in a chaotic world!” which just dropped today! In this episode, we delve into topics that reveal the thoughts of the man behind the legend! Join your friendly neighborhood host, Mr. …

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The Vitalize Podcast - S3 E4 - Shake It Off…The Taylor Swift Effect 31:19

5M ago31:19

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Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you saw Taylor Swift take the NFL & its entire fandom by storm. Some people loved it, & while others loathed it, but no matter where you stand, this phenomenon taught us several powerful life lessons to transform our lives in the pursuit of our own dreams! Join your friendly neighborhood host, Mr. Marcus Blac…

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The Vitalize Podcast S6 E3 - The Key To Everything! WHAT & WHY? 32:04

5M ago32:04

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We’ve all had moments where we’ve felt lost or even stuck in this journey called life. The most difficult thing to do is continue to show up & give your all when all you see are locked doors and locked opportunities that hold you back from living the life you so desire! The good news is, there are keys for every lock & you’re not stuck where are yo…

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The Vitalize Podcast S6 E2 - Imposter Syndrome No More 34:34

6M ago34:34

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In our brand new series where you pick the topic, imposter syndrome was requested by multiple worldchangers! Join our friendly neighborhood host, Mr. Marcus Black, as he unpacks this pivotal topic in a way you’ve never heard before! Because YOU CAN! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mblackspeaks/support…

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#67 | Exploring A Once In A Lifetime Ancient Desert Lake, Intense Death Valley Storms, Unforgettable Eastern Sierra Trip, And Utilizing The Great Outdoors As A Restaurant Entrepreneur w/ Jenny Valles 2:30:42

6M ago2:30:42

2:30:42

On this episode I have SoCal based trekker, peak bagger, outdoor adventurer, dancer, marketer, entrepreneur, restaurant owner of Sampa, and member of the Just Trek Crew, Jenny Valles, join me on the show. We chat about her first hiking memories, her top SoCal mountains, hiking hacks & tips, intense Death Valley storms, exploring an ancient lake, un…

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The Vitalize Podcast S6 E1 - NEW! Make THIS Year YOUR Year! 38:26

7M ago38:26

38:26

There’s no better time than New Years to create a monumental shift that changes your life forever, but so many never make shift happen because of being stuck in the same old rut! Join your friendly neighborhood host, Mr. Marcus Black, as he lights a fire in your soul to help propel you to achieving all of your dreams and goals! Because YOU CAN! ---…

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Vitalize Podcast S5 E23 - Tis the Season? Coping with stress during the most stressful time 42:20

7M ago42:20

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Tis the season to be jolly, but if that’s the case why does it not always feel that way? If you’re honest, sometimes this can feel like the most stressful time of the year due to all the pressure that comes with the holidays. Join your friendly neighborhood host, Mr. Marcus Black in this raw & real inspirational chat about how to cope with the stre…

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#66 | Summiting The World's Highest Free Standing Mountain, Experiencing The Outdoors As a Plus Size Explorer, and Unforgettable Backpacking + Peak Bagging Adventures with Anjelica Avella 2:23:06

8M ago2:23:06

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On this episode I have SoCal based trekker, backpacker, writer, plus size outdoor explorer, diversity & inclusion advocate, hiking guide, and community leader, Anjelica Avella aka Adventures with Anjelica, join me on the show. We chat about her first hiking memories, what sparked her passion for backpacking, the debut of her film documentary "Forwa…

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S5 E22: Life in Transition 14:42

8M ago14:42

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Transition: a change or shift from one state, subject, place, etc. to another. We all go through changes in this life, and learning the best way to navigate those seasons is pivotal to your overall success in life. Join your friendly neighborhood host, Mr. Marcus Black, as he discusses him navigating his own transition and encourages you how to bes…

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#65 | Outdoor Defense, Empowering Women & Diverse Communities To Live Fearlessly, Importance Of Solo Adventures, Thrilling Experiences in New Zealand and Yellowstone National Park with Nicole Snell 1:49:04

8M ago1:49:04

1:49:04

On this episode I have SoCal based trekker, outdoor adventurer, solo world traveler, award winning international speaker, self defense expert, creator of Outdoor Defense, and CEO of Girls Fight Back, Nicole Snell aka Adventures of Nik, join me on the show. We chat about her relationship with nature growing up in the desert, the origin stories to cr…

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#64 | Advocating for Diversity + Inclusion In The Great Outdoors, An Unforgettable Mount Whitney Journey, Black Joy On The Trails, Creating Content for World Renown Outdoor Brands with Joshua Walker 2:41:31

11M ago2:41:31

2:41:31

On this episode I have SoCal based trekker, outdoor adventurer, content creator, travel blogger, diversity + inclusion advocate, and founder of "Hike N Color" hiking group, Joshua Walker, join me on the show. We chat about his journey moving from the South to the West Coast to chase the LA dream, his trail name origin story, our serendipitous encou…

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The Vitalize Podcast S5 E21 - Mental Health Matters w/ GNWY 33:30

11M ago33:30

33:30

MAJOR LIFE CHANGE ALERT: WE NEED YOUR HELP! You friendly neighborhood host, Mr. Marcus Black, has just accepted a new role with this incredible nonprofit organization that is fighting for the lives our future leaders of America! We are on the front lines tackling anti-bullying, suicide prevention, & helping our children discover & pursue their purp…

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#63 | Connecting with the Plant Kingdom & The Natural World, Creating Inner Garden Wellness, Life Changing Work On a Regenerative Farm, Unforgettable European Travel Adventures with Jaskrit Bhalla 1:50:36

11M ago1:50:36

1:50:36

On this episode I have SoCal based trekker, outdoor adventurer, certified California naturalist, permaculture practitioner, herbalist, and founder of Inner Garden Wellness, Jaskrit Bhalla, join me on the show. We chat about how a profound international hiking experience impacted her as a pre-teen, how she became obsessed with the plant kingdom, how…

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S5 E20- THE STRUGGLE: A REAL Moment of Vulnerability 18:29

12M ago18:29

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We’ve all heard the saying, “the struggle is real”. Maybe that’s what you feel at this exact moment. But a ok. You’re not alone! Join your friendly neighborhood host, Mr. Marcus Black, as he expresses a moment of personal vulnerability & how he pressing through & his you can too!! Because YOU CAN! ⁣⁣ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spo…

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The Vitalize Podcast S5 E19 - HALFTIME 2023! Time To Adjust! 32:20

1y ago32:20

32:20

2023 has been a monster, & we’re only halfway through it! The good news is, we’re only halfway through it! No one could’ve been prepared for the blows 2023 would through at us, but here we are still standing & ready to fight another day! It’s only halftime family! Time to adjust & go out with a bang this second half! As many things went wrong in th…

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#62 | Leading The Most Iconic Hikes in LA + SoCal Hiking History, Creating Everyone's Hike + Dodgers Blue Hiking Crew, Mobilizing Dodgers Fans & Inner City into the Great Outdoors w/ Carlos Berruz 2:37:48

1y ago2:37:48

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On this episode I have California based trekker, outdoor adventurer, community leader, and founder of iconic hiking groups Everyone's Hike & Dodgers Blue Hiking Crew, Carlos Berruz, join me on the show. We chat about his outdoor awakening at Griffith Park, the origin story to creating his two hiking groups, mobilizing several thousands of Angelenos…

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The Vitalize Podcast S5 E18 - YOUR DREAM MATTERS!! 2090 w/Rachel Black! 34:42

1y ago34:42

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It’s HEREEEEE!!!!!! The launch of my wife’s first ever R&B album taking it back to the 90’s launched today!!!!! Join your friendly neighborhood host, Mr. Marcus Black, as he brings on his favorite guest ever; his bride Rachel Black as they not only discuss her brand new project, but also the importance to hardcore going after your goals and dreams …

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The Vitalize Podcast S5 E17 - Creating Perspectives w/Eddie 40:40

1y ago40:40

40:40

We all experience deep pain & trauma in this life, and these experiences often form the way we see the world around us. This week, we have a tremendously powerful guest! Join your friendly neighborhood host, Mr. Marcus Black, joined by Eddie & the JYM community as they share powerful testimonies to help you overcome the blocks holding you back from…

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The Vitalize Podcast S5E16 - Embrace Your Ambition Live w/Ashlee Fay 9:19

1y ago9:19

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An ode to dreamers everywhere! A special episode live from EYA Denver 23! Join your friendly neighborhood host, Mr. Marcus Black as he is joined by none other than Ashlee Fay Branstetter, his business partner & co-visionary of the Embrace Your Ambition traveling faith-based personal development conference! Because YOU CAN! ❤️Social Media: @mblacksp…

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#61 | From Sandstone Peak to Echo Mountain: A Month of Unforgettable Community Hikes with Inspirational Leaders, Elevating with Like Minded Individuals in the Great Outdoors w/ Justroc 1:02:52

1y ago1:02:52

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On this episode I share the unforgettable community collaboration group hikes that we hosted during the month of May 2023. I felt compelled to do a solo episode as it was quite the action packed month filled with many full circle moments. I had the opportunity to co-host a group hike to Sandstone Peak with the outdoor writing legend Casey Schreiner…

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The Vitalize Podcast S5E15 - The Power of Persistence 18:30

1y ago18:30

18:30

We all hit walls in our lives that hold us back from what we want to accomplish in this life! Join your friendly neighborhood host, Mr. Marcus Black, as he shares a geological lesson from the Grand Canyon on just how impactful persistence can be! Because YOU CAN! Social Media: @mblackspeaks Website: www.MBlackSpeaks.comBuy My Book: https://amzn.to/…

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The Vitalize Podcast - S5 E14 - How You Do Anything Is How You Do Everything! 26:26

1y ago26:26

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We all have those parts of our lives that we just loathe and really don’t enjoy doing. Because of this, you could be tempted give less than your best effort in those areas. Maybe you’re not getting the results you desire so you minimize your effort because you’re not seeing the desired return in your investment. Join your friendly neighborhood host…

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The Vitalize Podcast S5E13 - Who Are You? 18:40

1y ago18:40

18:40

We all like to believe we know who we are, but when asked the question, we tend to tell what we do, who others think we are, or even who others expect us to be…. Which is NOT who you truly are! Join your friendly neighborhood host, Mr. Marcus Black, as he helps you rediscover your true identity on your path to wholistic fulfillment! Because YOU CAN…

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The Vitalize Podcast S5E12 - How Bad Do You Want it? 35:30

1+ y ago35:30

35:30

We all have goals, dreams, and aspirations in this life, but the question of the day is… How bad do you really want it? Join your friendly neighborhood host, Mr.Marcus Black, as he gives you that extra push or little kick you need to make your dreams a reality! Because YOU CAN!Social Media: @mblackspeaks Website: www.MBlackSpeaks.comBuy My Book: ht…

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The Vitalize Podcast S5E11 - What Matters Most? 29:03

1+ y ago29:03

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We live in a busy chaotic world where so many things are vying for your heart’s attention, & this can cause us to lose sight of what matters most to us! Join your friendly neighborhood host, Mr. Marcus Black, as he opens up vulnerably about powerful reminder he received recently, & use this as your rocket fuel to soar to the highest heights in your…

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#60 | The LA Great Outdoors - Exclusive Recording From The Live Podcast Show Feat. Local Legends @ElementsOfDaisy @Parliament0f0wls and @MaryForgioneHikes 1:20:22

1+ y ago1:20:22

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On this episode, I release the full recording from our first ever live podcast show. It was filmed at the Just Trek Podcast 3 Year Anniversary celebration on Sunday, April 2nd at Party Beer Co. in Los Angeles. The guest panel featured local legends Robert Martinez (creator of Parliament of Owls), Mary Forgione (former editor at LA Times The Wild), …

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The Vitalize Podcast S5E10 - Remember Why: How to Find Your Focus & Keep it! 34:40

1+ y ago34:40

34:40

We’ve all had times in our lives where we slowly drift and lose sight of why we started in the first place. Today, join your friendly neighborhood host, Mr. Marcus Black in a deeply personal compelling story as he reminds you to focus on and remember your why! Because YOU CAN!Social Media: @mblackspeaks Website: www.MBlackSpeaks.comBuy My Book: htt…

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#59 | Best of Just Trek Vol 2: Adventure Compilation // Podcast Reaches 3 Year Anniversary Milestone 2:21:55

1+ y ago2:21:55

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On this episode I release the "Best of Just Trek: Mixtrek Volume 2" in celebration of the podcast reaching the 3 year anniversary milestone. This second compilation features the best stories and moments that I have ever heard on the show from our cast of special guests. Featured in this compilation are Robert Martinez (@Parliament0f0wls), Casey Sch…

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S5 E9 - Success vs. Significance: Learning The Key to Living a Fulfilling Life w/Les Thomas Sr. 40:20

1+ y ago40:20

40:20

Are you chasing success? Or, are you walking in significance? Is there a difference? Have you decided to walk unapologetically in your calling? Do you even know what that is? If these questions made you stop & ponder, this is precisely why you should join your friendly neighborhood host, Mr. Marcus Black & his legendary guest, the hype man of hope,…

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S5 E8 - The Secret Sauce to Changing Your Entire Life 29:14

1+ y ago29:14

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Change. It’s often so much easier said than done, but in reality, everything is easier said than done because it takes no effort to say words. Real transformation requires action. That said, join your friendly neighborhood host Mr. Marcus Black as he give you the secret action to changing your entire life! Because YOU CAN! --- Support this podcast:…

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S5 E7 - Chasing Birds: How to Define & Achieve your “Impossible Dream”! 20:24

1+ y ago20:24

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As I kid, I ALWAYS used to chase birds! Everyday I chased those birds, & although I never caught one, I never stopped trying! Who knew all these years later I would still be chasing birds. You see, those birds represented the impossible dream! What is that impossible thing you’ve been wanting to achieve? Join me, Your friendly neighborhood host Mr.…

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S5 E6 - Go. Know. GROW!! 32:50

1+ y ago32:50

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The more you Go, the more Know. & The more you Know, the more you GROW!! Join your friendly neighborhood host, Mr. Marcus Black, as he discusses exactly how this simple formula can help you build a life you love living! Because YOU CAN!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mblackspeaks/support…

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S5 E5 - YOU OWE YOU! 22:48

1+ y ago22:48

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We all have massive seeds of greatness planted into us at birth, but we often settle for less than what we desire & deserve due to the adversities we face in life. That stops today though! You owe you to go for it and to prove to yourself that you can make your dreams a reality! Join your friendly neighborhood host, Mr. Marcus Black, as he challeng…

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S5 E4 - “Taste & See” that success is good! 26:08

1+ y ago26:08

26:08

There are a plethora of definitions of the word success. As a matter of fact, if you ask 100 people, you’ll likely get 100 different answers. Nevertheless, whatever your definition, once you experience success, you can never un-experience it! Join your friendly neighborhood host, Mr. Marcus Black, as he encourages you to go be your great & taste su…

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