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GIVE A HECKResilience Through Vetting: The Power of Selective Relationships with Mista Yu👤 Guest Bio – Yusef Marshall (Mista Yu)Yusef Marshall, professionally known as Mista Yu, is a dynamic and purpose-driven leader whose life is built on service, transformation, and legacy. He’s a father, ordained minister, mentor, bestselling author, high-performance coach, and entrepreneur with a diverse background in business, computer programming, certified coaching, and culinary arts.Raised in Brooklyn, Yusef developed a sharp sense of discernment early on—learning to vet relationships and protect his energy. That mindset helped him overcome adversity, emotional gaps, and the challenges of fatherhood without a role model. Today, he empowers youth through his...2025-07-2953 min
Heart to Heart with AbagabaThe Heart of Purpose: A Conversation with Yusef Marshall (Mista Yu)Yusef Marshall — also known as Mista Yu — joins us for a rich and honest conversation about fatherhood, faith, identity, and purpose. From growing up without a father to becoming a bonus dad and author, Yusef shares the highs, lows, and spiritual turns that have shaped his life. We talk about his podcast Bonus Dad Conversations, his journey through different faith traditions, the experiences that made him treasure life, and his calling to serve without needing a title—a must-listen for anyone navigating identity, fatherhood, and meaning.IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: • The musi...2025-07-1039 min
KAJ Business & Money LIVEThe 3 Keys to Living Fully - Yusef Marshall Shares His InsightsYusef Marshall shares raw, real-life wisdom on purpose, faith, and fatherhood in a world that often devalues them. From R&B artist to mentor and stepfather, his story shows how men can rise, lead, and live meaningfully. If you're seeking purpose or connection, this is the conversation you need to hear.🔔 Enjoying KAJ Masterclass?Support the show and unlock exclusive member-only perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR08l3RBj7zAdD4MnuPuicw/join==========================================👤 *FEATURED GUEST*Mista Yu is a seasoned coach and mentor known for being a consistent leader and teacher in family life, discipleship, and developing leaders in ministry, commun...2025-07-0727 min
The KAJ Masterclass LIVEThe 3 Keys to Living Fully - Yusef Marshall Shares His InsightsYusef Marshall shares raw, real-life wisdom on purpose, faith, and fatherhood in a world that often devalues them. From R&B artist to mentor and stepfather, his story shows how men can rise, lead, and live meaningfully. If you're seeking purpose or connection, this is the conversation you need to hear.🔔 Enjoying KAJ Masterclass?Support the show and unlock exclusive member-only perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCR08l3RBj7zAdD4MnuPuicw/join==========================================👤 *FEATURED GUEST*Mista Yu is a seasoned coach and mentor known for being a consistent leader and teacher in family life, discipleship, and developing leaders in minist...2025-07-0727 min
Power of Man PodcastPower of Man #246 - Podcaster/Speaker/Author/Leader, Yusef Marshall!!!Send us a textHost of the acclaimed podcast, " They Call Me Mista Yu" as well as the podcasts, "Inspiration Station" and "Big Blue Lifers," Yusef Marshall joins us today. This man is a force of nature. Everything he touches seems to turn to gold. Author of the book, "The Heart of the Stepfather," Yusef brings his life experience and his gift for captivating storytelling to his listeners with power and grace. As a man who believes in leading other men to push themselves every day to be better, Yusef is a thriving part of the masculinity/fa...2025-07-0157 min
Dad Space Podcast - for Dads by DadsMista Yu (Yusef Marshall) - What Men Deal With, Helping Dad's, Introverted ParentingEpisode 186 - Mista Yu (Yusef Marshall) - What Men Deal With, Helping Dad's, Introverted ParentingAbout Yusef MarshallYusef Marshall (Mista Yu) was born in Brooklyn, NY and has multiple degrees in Business Admin and Mgmt as well as degrees in Computer Programming, Certified Business Coaching, and Culinary Arts. Mista Yu has also authored his first and only published book "The Heart of The Stepfather" in 2016. His story on blended families and the challenges of building family without a personal context is awe-inspiring! You probably won't be able to find the book these...2025-06-2351 min
The How To Podcast Series - Revolving Guest Co-Hosts, Podcast Tips and A Community for PodcastersE439 - Introverts Podcasting, Start Listening at Episode one with Co-Host Mista YuEpisode 439 - Introverts Podcasting, Start Listening at Episode one with Co-Host Mista YuAbout Yusef MarshallYusef Marshall (Mista Yu) was born in Brooklyn, NY and has multiple degrees in Business Admin and Mgmt as well as degrees in Computer Programming, Certified Business Coaching, and Culinary Arts. Mista Yu has also authored his first and only published book "The Heart of The Stepfather" in 2016. His story on blended families and the challenges of building family without a personal context is awe-inspiring! You probably won't be able to find the book these days though. Mista Yu's...2025-06-2351 min
THE Podcaster NationTHE Podcaster Nation #86 - Podcaster, Author, Speaker...Yusef Marshall!!!Host of the acclaimed podcast, " They Call Me Mista Yu" as well as the podcasts, "Inspiration Station" and "Big Blue Lifers," joins THE Nation today. This man is a force of nature. Everything he touches seems to turn to gold. Author of the book, "The Heart of the Stepfather," Yusef brings his life experience and his gift for captivating storytelling to his listeners with power and grace. As a man who believes in leading other men to push themselves every day to be better, Yusef is a thriving part of the masculinity/fatherhood brotherhood. He even runs a local non...2025-06-171h 04
I Am Refocused RadioMista Yu: From Near-Death to Legacy-Building – An Unfiltered Blueprint for Faith, Family & ServiceYusef "Mista Yu" Marshall is a modern-day renaissance man: a chef turned minister, a government leader turned podcaster, and a stepfather whose wisdom on blended families birthed the powerful (and now rare) book The Heart of The Stepfather. A Brooklyn native who cheated death twice, Mista Yu transformed survival into service – founding the nonprofit Save The Children SC to empower youth through literacy and leadership, while building the "They Call Me Mista Yu" media empire to deliver raw inspiration, interviews, and even Giants football fandom.Join us as Mista Yu shares:🔥 His two life-altering "conversion stories" and how t...2025-06-1027 min
AVOID THE MAZE & AVOID THE MAZE UR SPECIALSave The Children SC with Yusef Marshall 6325 #46 #advocate #podmatchPlease subscribe to our YouTube page to receive notices on all new podcasts as well helping us grow our audience. https://www.youtube.com/c/NewClevelandRadiohttps://newclevelandradio.net/If you would like to be a podcast host or guest please contact Karen at newclevelandradio@gmail.comAbout Yusef MarshallYusef Marshall (Mista Yu) was born in Brooklyn, NY and has multiple degrees in Business Admin and Mgmt as well as degrees in Computer Programming, Certified Business Coaching, and Culinary Arts. Mista Yu has also authored his first and only published book "The Heart of The Stepfather" in 2016. His story on blended...2025-06-0327 min
Driven 2 Thrive: Purpose, Growth, and Lasting Impact For MenBeyond the American Dream Finding Authentic Fulfillment as a ManSend us a textAre you living a life of purpose, or just going through the motions? In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Yusef Marshall, aka "They Call Me Mista Yu" to explore the often misunderstood concept of purpose and its crucial role in a man's life.The Hidden Truth About PurposeMany men confuse passion with purpose, leading to unfulfilled livesThe "American Dream" might be selling you short on your true potentialSelf-reflection is the key to unlocking your authentic purposeYusef shares a profound insight: "Everybody's purpose is...2025-05-271h 16
They Call Me Mista YuMista Yu is on the Dad Hat Shenanigans - "The Power of a United Front"What happens when your children turn your household into a battleground? For Yusef Marshall, known as "The Incredible Mr. Yu," the solution came through a radical shift in perspective that transformed his family dynamics forever.Join us for a candid, eye-opening conversation with a father of three grown daughters who made it through nearly 30 years of marriage by discovering the power of the united front. Mr. Yu shares the turning point when he and his wife realized they were "winging it" through parenthood and how their decision to prioritize their marriage above everything else changed everything.2025-05-2151 min
Famous Interviews with Joe DiminoYusef Marshall (Mista Yu) on Encouragement, Blended Families & Life LessonsWelcome to a new edition of the Famous Interviews with Joe Dimino series. In this episode, we talk with Professional Encourager, Podcaster, and Author Yusef Marshall – aka Mista Yu. With a heart for service and a story full of resilience, Mista Yu has worn many hats—Certified Business Coach, Culinary Artist, Computer Programmer, and Motivational Speaker. But above all, he’s an Experienced Best Friend to those in need of real talk and deep encouragement.Born in Brooklyn, NY, Mista Yu is the author of the inspiring book The Heart of The Stepfather—a personal and raw look into the...2025-05-2125 min
Dad Hat Shenanigans: The Unfiltered Truth of Being a DadYusef Marshall on Fighting for Family and the Power of a United Front in FatherhoodSend us a textIn this powerful and raw episode of Dad Hat Shenanigans, Brent Dowlen sits down with Yusef Marshall—aka Mista Yu—for an unforgettable conversation on standing tall as a father, leading with purpose, and building unity in marriage. From confronting systemic bias at a parent-teacher conference to navigating power struggles at home, Yusef shares wisdom earned through decades of parenting and marriage.Topics include:Why having a united front with your spouse is non-negotiableHow to deal with power struggles in parentingThe importance of sacrifice in fatherhoodLessons learned through conflictThe legacy of p...2025-05-2149 min
Book 101 ReviewBook 101 Review in its Fifth season, featuring Yusef Marshall as my guest.Yusef Marshall (Mista Yu) was born in Brooklyn, NY and has multiple degrees in Business Admin and Mgmt as well as degrees in Computer Programming, Certified Business Coaching, and Culinary Arts. Mista Yu has also authored his first and only published book "The Heart of The Stepfather" in 2016. His story on blended families and the challenges of building family without a personal context is awe-inspiring! You probably won't be able to find the book these days though. Mista Yu's career has been centered around serving others and attempting to make the world around...2025-05-2131 min