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MandatedU.S. Navy. - Ret. Fleet Master Chief Raymond KempGreat conversation with Raymond D Kemp, Fleet Master Chief USN (Ret) of Kemp Solutions. Leadership, value added, "Why" discovery, rising tide and much more discussed.Mastering the path of leadership, Kemp works to help others find their 'Better Way'.https://www.linkedin.com/in/rdkemp/
2025-06-2030 min
MandatedHealth of Men: Jeff CastellanosConnecting with Jeff Castellanos of ICON Consultants this week. Listen in as he discusses family, career goals, and God. Having priorities set, creates room for the "main thing to remain the main thing".
2025-05-1629 minMandatedSpace: Room to healGuys, we often take our cave experience as a place to drown in our sorrows. So many issues in life can make us want to give up. You're not alone.The prophet Elijah (1 Kings 19:9), literally in a cave, heard the voice of our sovereign God. Dealing with a personal threat upon his life, believing himself to be the only prophet left, he could have thrown in the towel.Men, you are not the only one dealing with hurt, rejection, loss of finances, divorce, brokenness, trauma. As God told Elijah, I've hidden away other just like...
2025-02-1921 minMandatedUnderstanding Your SpaceOne thing I believe we all understanding better during Covid-19 was our own personal space. Having to stand three of six feet behind someone, in hopes to ensure no one gets sick.
Our personal space became more precious that we ever thought it would. As we grow, allowing or disallowing others into that area helps us to florish or not.
Growth, relationships and breathing all occur in that area.
How do you operate in that space?
2024-12-1013 minMandatedFoundation of Men: IdentityThe key to any one man navigating life is his true identity. With that, he's now able to walk more confidently into what he has been called to.
Gideon was that man. After receiving that one word from God, he walked towards his purpose.
2024-12-0322 minMandatedHernia Update: Post SurgeryToday I speak on the journey of my surgery and key items to take into account when preparing for your own.
2023-02-1229 minMandatedInguinal Hernia: update #3Very important, guys. Know if your doctor is in-network or out-of-network. Also, make sure to utilize the benefits of insurance fully, such as HSA, HRA, FSA cards. They can be useful in many ways.
2023-01-1314 minMandatedPromiscuity: Spilling the seedOne aspect of growing up as a young man was that we weren't taught about the importance of our seed. Without that knowledge, we give ourselves away, many times over. The dna inside has more value than we can ever imagine. Young men, don't spill the best of you, which hasn't been discovered yet. Genesis 38:8-10
2023-01-1111 minMandatedFamily Time: GrandpaToday I'm just sharing what really blessed my heart over the Christmas holiday. Hope that every father or grandfather uses their time wisely when spending time with their children of all ages. For me, I dream of seeing all of our children and grandchildren at one table during a family meal. This past week, God showed me a glimpse of that very seed coming to fruition.
Just as God told Abram(Abraham) that he will be a father of many nations, my wisdom and experience will also help to build nations within our family tree.
H...
2022-12-2814 min
MandatedMen's Encounter North w/Bett HarveyFabulous time with Bett Harvey, founder of Men's Encounter North, talking on the beginning of M.E.N., testimony and the current direction for 2023. A tremendous move upon the men that attend, and change that results in growing self, family and community.
The word for the year is FIGHT!
Register today, below, for their first event of the year.
M.E.N. - February 3rd - 4th (register now)
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2022-12-2229 minMandatedMen's Health: Talk it outPlease call 988 for assistance in preventing suicide. There is value in you. Found myself in conversation with a coworker sharing experiences he endured while helping a buddy of his. Situations, time and immediacy play duel, but not competing roles in the attempt of suicide. Guys, ladies, many times we can avoid life changing results by simply talking. Don't discount your presence and influence in the lives of others. Your very joy can give someone hope.
2022-12-2013 min2022-12-1618 minMandatedMen's Health: Inquinal Hernias pt2Had the opportunity to share my IH journey with a few men on tonight's bible study. Fellas, don't discount your experience to just be your story alone. Other men need to to know what you experience as a path for what they will. In that, it may relieve anxiety that may be present.
Time to open up.
2022-12-1412 minMandatedMen's Health: Inguinal HerniasSo, earlier this week I went to my PCP to discuss what is known as an inguinal hernia. Very interesting what the procedure looks like. Right now I'm weighing the cost of not having the surgery or moving forward with it.
Hernia video
TEP
Robotic Repair (RTAP)
Inguinal drawing
Statistics
Cleveland Clinic
2022-12-0717 minMandatedFaith as the center of tomorrowFaith is a beautiful way of life. Being so focused on the things of God is always a great place to be. However, often times we are so focused that we tend to forget how we are actually functioning. Have you taken time to stop and focus on where faith plays its role in everything.
Romans 10:17 "Faith cometh by hearing and hearing by the word of God.
2 Corinthians 5:7 "For we walk by faith and not by sight."
2022-12-0311 minMandatedIt's In You!Have you ever been at a point of going to the next level, but lacked the wisdom, didn't know how to do it, or had fear of moving forward? This is the day to "cross over". The children of Israel were about to cross over to their land of promise, but needed an ancestor, Joshua, to lead them (Joshua 3:1-4). There is someone in your life that has been there before, who can help guide your next steps.
2022-11-3009 minMandatedFire & Smoke: Finding PurposeYesterday at service Anthony Walker spoke about Resurrected HOPE and not forgetting the promises of God, which are yes and amen. A thought came to me that fire and smoke can represent where we are not only in promise, but purpose. Are you smoke or fire. Either way, get up, get out and go after it.
2022-11-2813 minMandatedMy First VoteJust a quick insight to my first vote on November 4, 2022 as a United States Citizen!
Definitely can't wait to vote again.
2022-11-1518 minMandatedRoom MakingProv 18:16
"A man's gift maketh room for him, and bringeth him before great men."
We wonder about our gift making room for us. But keep in mind, the room is only as big as how much you have developed the gift. Wreck the silo of what is in your hand. Meaning, focus on the one, specific talent/gift that has your attention.
You can do this. Wreck it!
2022-10-2614 minMandatedLeadership LevelHave you ever thought about what kind of leader you are in the work place, home, or community without a title? John Maxwells 5 Levels of Leadership is my current read. And within I discover which of the five levels resonates with me.
Remember to purchase your copy of I Am Restored on Amazon.com today! Purchase now
Matthew 23:11
"But he who is greatest among you shall be your servant."
Quote: Leaders push brooms
2022-09-2314 minMandatedMen Are NecessaryGuys, I know many times you may feel undervalued, especially when society doesn't really celebrate you except one day a year. Jordan Peterson makes a very profound statement that "men are necessary".
Today, please find value in knowing you do have a place.
Also, check out my very first book, I Am Restored, available for purchase on Amazon today, with the Kindle version which can be downloaded on October 1, 2022!
Purchase today (click here).
2022-09-1923 minMandatedLeading the conversation:Recently I came across a short clip of professor Jordan Peterson being interviewed for a Dutch documentary. Within the interview a statement was made that men that follow him feel Mr. Petersen says that "it's okay to be a man". His reply, "it's not okay, it's necessary." That is where I begin today's short conversation.
The importance of how we begin conversations, determines the trajectory and the possibility of success. Any conversation about men that begin with "toxic" automatically leads to the negativity of men. However, if we change the narrative to begin with the "state of...
2022-08-1510 min2022-08-0903 minMandatedMotivated to be a MotivationIt's great to listen to inspiring men and women, looking to empower other men and women to their best self. Today's age has revealed to us that there is more within that we can use to create and build. However, there comes a time when you have to look internally, be quickened (brought alive) to what has strengthened you.
Become the motivation.
1 Samuel 30:6
2022-08-0912 minMandatedOperating in FreedomThe Place of Now & the Place of Tomorrow. Are you frustrated with the transition of moving into what you have been called to be?
Today I discuss my recent frustration over the last week, which showed me that I wasn't Operating in my Freedom. Not being free means
that we are bond or tied down.
Don't discount yourself or where you are now. Use it as a launch to what awaits.
Philippians 4:13 "I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus."
2022-08-0815 minMandatedWimoweh DayGuys, just an encouraging word to recognize the time in front of you. As every day is busy in routine of getting up, getting ready for work, going to work (on time) and dealing with the hustle of day, time is very important.
And sometimes we just need to slow down and see time for what it is, an opportunity to poor into those closest to you.
On this episode I share how my day began in the Robins household.
2022-08-0810 min
MandatedRecalled to be ReleasedLast week I realized that for over seven years I've been hiding in a cave. From my divorce in 2014 to 2022, I've been hiding from the enemy, yet dwelling with God. I found a pillow to lay my head down for rest but had gotten too comfortable. This became relevant as I read the story of Elijah (1 Kings 18).
Are you still hiding in a cave from the past and present?
Listen in to find out how to escape your cave! Get out and move!
2022-05-3016 min
Get Best Audiobooks in Mystery, Thriller & Horror, SuspenseG.F. Newman’s The Corrupted: Series 1 and 2: A BBC Radio full-cast crime drama by G. F. NewmanPlease visit https://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/568192 to listen full audiobooks. Title: G.F. Newman’s The Corrupted: Series 1 and 2: A BBC Radio full-cast crime drama Series: #1 of G.F. Newman’s The Corrupted Author: G. F. Newman Narrator: Tom Weston-Jones, Denise Gough, Joe Armstrong, Ross Kemp, Toby Jones, Full Cast Format: Unabridged Audiobook Length: 14 hours 32 minutes Release date: April 28, 2022 Genres: Suspense Publisher's Summary: The first two series of the epic saga plotting the course of one family against the backdrop of a revolution in crime 'Magnificently detailed' The Stage 1951. With the Festival of Britain in full swing, the country is lo...
2022-04-2805 minMandatedRole of Men pt2: AffirmationMen, we are now in 2022 which is already moving by with the quickness. So in order to make this a successful year, I want you to know there is greatness in you (Les Brown). But we can't do any of this alone.
Affirmation: act of saying or showing that something is true – the action or process of affirming something or being affirmed
It's time for us to speak words of life over ourselves and family. They are depending us to be the bit to the horses mouth, or the rudder to the ship. What do I m...
2022-01-1037 min2022-01-0319 minMandatedJonah: Fasting TimeJonah 3
Do you remember a second chance in life? Do you remember the first? After hearing the word of God a second time, Jonah makes his journey to Nineveh and proclaims Gods word. As a result, the people repent and fast. Just the same, the king casts aside his robe (authority, duties and responsibilities) to consecrate himself as well.
It's one thing for the people of the land to fast. It's another when designated and/or appointed leaders and the word is proclaimed.
Isaiah 58:6-8
2021-12-1326 minMandatedJonah: Getting out of Hell(Sheol)Jonah 2
Often times when we rebel the results tend to never work out for our good. Jonah's nonchalant attitude and stubbornness leads him
to become a man overboard, to settle in a dark place.
Ministry, at it's heart, is not about the messenger, but about those who will receive the message. Jonahs 'great fish' reflects how it takes someone or something bigger than us to move us. His 'belly' experience represents not only a place of darkness, but a time of prayer and birthing into a new life.
As Jonah, we too...
2021-12-0628 minMandatedJonah: Man OverboardJonah 1:10-16
We go deeper into the character of Jonah at a time where he is needed most. Many times we realize our lives would be better staying in our silos. Not having to deal with anyone or the world. However, when God has spoken his will over us, it's time to move.
Unknowingly, Jonah is the key to the salvation of the ships mariners headed to Tarsus. Because of their urgency of life they cry out to the Lord after their 'gods' could not provide safety. Without thinking, actions of the 'called church', us...
2021-11-2921 minMandatedJonah: Stop Sleeping on your GiftingJonah 1:4-9
It's time to arise, go and use the God-given gifting in you. His word in there for a purpose greater than we know. But in order to see it, we have to move in it. This is not the time to be selfish, but obedient.
Stay committed to the process.
2021-11-1720 minMandatedCommitted to the ProcessThis past weekend has been a great highlight over my 48 years. Over a two year period of being engaged in discipleship with other men, I am now Commissioned to Minister to Men.
Listen in as I talk about my experience.
2021-11-0818 min2021-11-0800 minMandatedJonah: Running from GodGuys, how many times have you seen yourself running from a certain responsibility? From a young age there was always something we were very reluctant to do. For instance, taking out the trash, washing dishes, taking care of the yard and HOMEWORK!
What were the results?
Jonah 1:1-3 helps us to identify that in our own calling, we too, tend to run from God.
Listen in as we begin to unfold his story of the next few weeks.
2021-09-2028 min
MandatedVulnerability: "I Don't Know"When a parent asks a child what's wrong and their reply is "I don't know", they are speaking honestly that they don't know. When it comes to manhood its the same, to a degree because we have been in the world long enough to know most of our emotions. And then on the other hand, we are that same little boy trying to discover his feelings in life.
Vulnerability forces us to say "I don't know" which we can't afford to not know the answer. Its about understanding our emotions and having the courage to express them.
2021-08-3025 min
MandatedBeing Vulnerable!Coming off a great event at Kingdom Ekklesia Church with Pastor Jason Johnson, Apotles Dettrick and Azeez this past weekend. So much word that we took in that allowed us all to be transparent, with the hope of helping men grow. One word that stuck with me is one that should go into the vocabulary for men. That word is 'vulnerable', coupled with trauma.
This episode was created specifically to help address how men do not allow themselves to be open, but rather stay closed in various areas of our life. What filters do we have in...
2021-08-1635 min
MandatedLet's Talk About It: Sexual Assault with Emiliano Diaz de LeonImportant conversation held today with Emiliano Diaz de Leon, the Men's Engagement Specialist for TAASA.org. Through his background of being a sexual assault & prevention advocate, he has seen the trauma associated in this horrendous matter. Join in as we discuss what men can do by becoming engaged in being a solution and not the problem.
91% of victims do not report assault
1 of 5 men have been sexually assaulted
94% of rapists/attackers roam free
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Facebook: TAASA
Twitter: @ECDiazdeLeon
2021-08-031h 00MandatedLet's Talk About It: Comparison in Masculinity #2How many times do we compare ourselves to other people? Today's world of engagement through social media gives room for anyone to compare based off the life of others.
Comparison makes us compromise who we are in order to be someone else.
As Les Brown says, "the greatness in you".
2021-07-3016 minMandatedLet's Talk About It: Comparison in MasculinityHow many times have you compared to yourself to others? Too many times right? Well let today be the day it stops.
For a long time I looked at and up to others, not believing that I have ability within myself to accomplish great things.
Guys, believe in yourself! God gave you special gifts and abilities to operate in your Circle of Influence. That COI is what
makes you, you.
2021-07-1225 min
MandatedLet's Talk About It: Jason Johnson (The Umbrella of Masculinity, Healthy & Toxic)When you hate for conversations to end. A powerful engagement with Pastor Jason of Kingdom Ekklesia. Today we dove into the movement we continue to speak about, Toxic Masculinity, family, black investing and the church.
"The loudest scream of a man is his silence."
Though the current manhood topic is toxic masculinity, let's keep in mind it isn't a fade or trend, but a serious awareness of what men face. However, that in itself is unbalanced. So going forward I will refer to it as .
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2021-06-2250 min
MandatedLet's Talk About It: Healthy & Toxic Masculinity - What's Your Umbrella?Today I talk about building an umbrella of what your healthy and toxic masculinity looks like. Instead of lending a slant towards one side of the topic, let's try to balance it out by introducing a healthy viewpoint.
Help me out guys, what are some of the things that you feel are healthy and toxic in today's world of masculinity? Are we becoming better at reducing the negative consequences, or making it worse?
What are some of the areas that have aided us in becoming healthy or toxic? How can we combat the negative stereotypes? P...
2021-06-1528 minMandatedLet's Talk About It: Toxic MasculinityDefined: An upbringing that positions a young man/man to live and act in a way to promote manhood, but actually emasculates it. Yup, hits you right in the gut. Such a hot topic not just for today, but every day. Guys, how can we begin to change the culture of toxicity the world sees? For me, it always starts and ends with Jesus.
Imagine going as fast as you want, where ever you want, doing what ever you want. Then coming across a speed limit sign that says you need to slow down and change direction...
2021-05-2028 min
MandatedInterview: Freddie Sandifer - Man of many hatsFantastic and fun time connecting with our guest today, Freddie Sandifer, educator, public speaker, entrepreneur, father and husband.
We dove right into a great topic, marriage and its healthy communication to building a lasting relationship. Continuing on, the needed discussion about mentoring young men of color and their trajectory into life. Also as a community, how to we make better, long-term and sustainable investments? We cap the show off with his passion, health and fitness.
You can find Mr. Sandifer Jr. at the following social and business sites:
2190 Fitness
LinkedIn
2021-05-1149 min
MandatedLet's Deal with it: PornogragphyDisclaimer: For the ages of 17+
Alright, I said this year would involve those hard but necessary topics that need to be discussed. This month we open up with one of the most prevalent in the lives of men, pornography. Yup, that very subject that seems to still be taboo.
Guys, we have to take control over what the enemy (Satan) wants to do.
It's in you to win. Matter of fact we should always operate from the footing of knowing that we are already victorious!
NOTE: This particular episode was recorded o...
2021-03-3122 min
MandatedInterview: Tony Rorie - Founder of Men & Ladies of HonorEntering into 2021 the first focus for Mandated was to begin the conversations about helping our young men and women. We kick it off with an fantastic organization, whose impact is found in thirteen countries, which began here in the DFW area. Our guest Tony Rorie, Founder of the Men & Ladies of Honor, joins us to discuss what he, his wife Melissa and team have done with turning around the lives of at risk teenagers to ones ready to take on the world through a Christ-centered curriculum and relationship.
Visit them at https://www.honorchangeseverything.com
2021-02-2644 minMandatedRace: My First EncounterGrowing up I cannot remember actually talking about race as we do today. Times were much different. It's not that there wasn't social issues going on of racism, inequality or injustices. But living in a multi-cultural neighborhood reduced exposure to the larger issues of race at the time. My childhood was comprised of best friends that were black, Hispanic and white which is what formed my viewpoint of those I interact with today.
But this all started when a Trinidadian boy immigrated to the United States and began to attend school.
His first encounter with r...
2021-02-1130 minMandatedWelcome to 2021: Recap & What's ComingHey guys, welcome to another year, two weeks removed. Today is January 11, 2021 and I'm joyous to know you are here with me as well. Our show today touches on issues of 2020 along with a quick overview of our guests.
Look forward to speaking to you once again and soon!
2021-02-1131 minMandatedLanes: Minding Family & BusinessI never knew how much life (my life) is traversed in lanes. Listen in as I discuss how we navigate lanes to success.
2021-01-2320 min
MandatedInterview: CharlesRays Coffe & RoastersVery fun time interviewing Kevin and Charnelle Cooper, owners of Charles Ray's Coffee and Roasters located in Sachse,TX. Our conversation touched on family, legacy, sourcing and building blocks. Why did they say yes to starting a coffee business? How did they begin the initial steps of building from their legacy? Listen in as they gave Mandated insight to their entrepreneur endeavor, family and long term goals.
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2020-12-2548 min
MandatedInterview: Nakia Douglas, Exec. Director of TRIO & Pre-Collegiate Programs at UNT DallasAlright gentlemen. Great time connecting with Nakia Douglas, Exec. Director of Trio & Pre-Collegiate Programs at UNT Dallas. With education being such a vital part of how we are navigating through 2020, Mr. Douglas speaks to us today on various topics centered on it as a foundation. As an educator he's influenced young women and men to become the best possible version of themselves. Along the way his own journey has been inspired by his mothers sacrifice and leaders that have given wisdom throughout his personal growth.
Quote: “When you passion and purpose are aligned, you have found your tr...
2020-12-1842 min
MandatedInterview: Enterpreneurship w/Christopher HaroldAre you at a point of considering entrepreneurship, or thinking about the full time leap. Listen in to today's show with Chris Harold, CEO of Kingdom Marketing Secrets.com.
On this show we speak on..
Moving past fear (2 Tim 1:7)
Having a support structure (check out episode 56)
Every problem is a business
Shifting mindsets
Finding your purpose
Chris' Quote: "Keep God first in all that you do and you too shall succeed."
Links for Chris Harold:
God's Master Piece Academy
Kingdom Marketing Secrets
Work with Chris Harold
Kingdom Affirmations
2020-11-2751 minMandatedThe Mask Men WearSo what does Halloween and Covid-19 have in common? Today we discuss a very important topic that unfortunately begins in our teen years and can translate over to adulthood. Our topic, The Masks Men Wear goes into the reasons men don masks in the first place. Too often in our daily managing of life do we find it easy to hide behind something we are not, or what we are trying to portray.
Do you have a mask on right now? What does it say about you?
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2020-11-0327 minMandatedInterview:The Scott MenAs promised, our interview with the Scott Men (Reggie, Camon & Talon). Listen as these young men share briefly how they go about creating their works of art in the mediums of spray paint with saran wrap, markers and paper.
Also, great insight from their father Reggie, the worship leader at Fielder Church in Arlington, Texas. Listen in on his thoughts of how he and his wife (Mackenzie) open the door for their sons creativity. Included as well, a quick discussion of coloring outside of the lines and how that relates to their parenting style, keeping it in c...
2020-09-2931 minMandatedLaunch in FaithEver been scared to do something new or different that you knew would be a success? Adding to that unforeseen issues made us put those plans on the shelf? Well today we briefly talk about Launching in Faith.
Gideon had to put whatever plans he had on hold due to war knocking at his door. It even made him have to learn a new skill. But in that he was able to follow three steps that brought him success, Identify, Tearing Down and Building.
Covid-19 struck us quickly and hard that we realized how unprepared...
2020-09-0926 minMandatedGideon: Legacy Left BehindSo this episode is a little more personal. With the passing of our patriarch, Michael Caterson, I decided to briefly explore the topic of 'Legacy'. At the end of my time I would have loved to see all my children at the dinner table, noticing how beautiful and great they are and will be. Fathers, I ask you this? What will be your legacy? What is that one word or statement they will remember you by? Is there an item you cherish that can be passed down, like an old jacket, ring. Do you have a favorite secret recipe...
2020-09-0422 minMandatedGideon: Mentored & EmpoweredJoash, as many men, had a tremendous opportunity to not only stand up for his son and his actions, but to be a mentor in times of pressure. As we transition to the next stages of our lives, who we do we have in our corner pushing, guiding, directing and empowering us to be the best version of ourselves?
Gideon was catapulted into a role that he considered not worthy to hold because of how he saw himself in the mirror. Though addressed by the angel of the Lord as a "mighty man of valor", he couldn't...
2020-08-2521 minMandatedIdentity: Gideon EmpoweredJudges 6:25-31
There comes a time when we are catapulted into a role we didn't petition or train for. In either case, how do we navigate that role. Gideon has now been called to his purpose to be the savior of Israel. However he had to prove himself in the way of going against what was the norm for his people.
Are you willing to stand up and go against the grain for what is right?
This Might Man of Valor committed an act of 'treason' against his people and their worship of B...
2020-08-0626 minMandatedIdentity: Gideon & "Called Men"Understanding the foundation of how we possibly come to know our identity. Gideon being focused on the threat of war couldn't believe he was called a Mighty Man of Valor, yet alone believe that he was mighty. Why? Because pressure tends to distract us from how we are built as men, that being strong men, courageous, duty bound, protectors and survivors.
With any word God speaks to us, know that he believes in us even when we do not.
Men, young men, we have to be challenged as fathers, husbands, business owners and leaders in...
2020-07-1620 minMandatedIndentity: The WombHow we first identify ourselves begins within the womb, our first known world. Let's explore that a bit in today's episode. Our special and first guest today is Janjura Robins, my wife of 4+ years.
Quote: "My humility is the offset to my confidence." Gary V (Vaynerchuk) of Vayner Media
Gen 1:26 - "Let us make man into our image and likeness."
Jeremiah 1:5 - "I knew you before you were formed in your mothers womb."
Janjura Robins currently serves students in the testing center at Tarrant County College (Northeast campus). In December of 2018 she...
2020-05-2723 minMandatedMandated: Introductory PodcastAs men we are Mandated. You have been given the authority to act upon a given directive. Mandated is a place where we can speak to the life of men, having open dialogue on matters that concern us today and will affect us tomorrow.
2020-05-1314 min