Mann on the Mic

Jeffrey Mann

Welcome to Mann on the Mic! I’m Jeffrey Mann, your host. On this show, we’re all about having authentic, unfiltered conversations that get to the heart of real-life experiences. Let's get started!

  1. 20h ago

    24 Hours to Decide: How Jet Niu Ended Up at Oklahoma

    Jet Niu’s path to Oklahoma didn’t happen the way he expected. From Appalachian State to Oklahoma State and then a life-changing call from Coach Brent Venables just days before signing, his recruiting journey became a lesson in trusting God’s timing. In this episode of Man on the Mic, Jett sits down with Jeff Mann to reflect on his first season with the Oklahoma Sooners, adjusting to college football, experiencing the College Football Playoff, and learning what it takes to compete at the highest level. Jet also opens up about his faith away from home, staying grounded in a college environment, handling NIL opportunities, protecting his inner circle, and navigating a long-distance relationship while pursuing his football dreams. From studying film and embracing tough coaching to keeping his head down when nobody feels sorry for you, Jett shares the mindset driving him toward his ultimate goal: the NFL.   Chapters: 00:00 INTRO 06:03 College nights being the designated driver 08:25 Jet's life outside of football 10:28 Choosing Oklahoma State for college 14:36 Work hard, no excuses 18:47 Learning About Joseph Smith 21:20 Tennessee Rocky Top experience 23:15 Coach Arbuckle's tough feedback 26:46 Utilizing film for self-improvement 29:46 Podcast closing remarks   #ManOnTheMic #JetNiu #OklahomaSooners #OUFootball #CollegeFootball #Sooners #CollegeFootballPlayoff #FaithAndFootball #FootballJourney #NIL #Quarterback #CFB #NFLDreams #StudentAthlete #JeffMann

  2. Aug 6

    The Relationship Skill That Changed My Life | Shawn Finnegan

    What if the greatest opportunity in your life is sitting in a room full of strangers? In this episode, Jeff Mann sits down with entrepreneur and community builder Shawn Finnegan to discuss authentic relationships, fatherhood, networking, overcoming imposter syndrome, and why genuine connection is one of the most valuable skills anyone can develop. Shawn shares powerful stories about raising three daughters, learning from failure, creating communities that transform lives, and how simple conversations have led to multimillion-dollar opportunities. They also dive into the importance of showing up for others, building meaningful friendships, and why serving people always creates a greater return than chasing success. Whether you're an entrepreneur, leader, parent, or someone looking to build deeper relationships, this conversation offers practical wisdom that extends far beyond business.   Chapters: 00:00 INTRO 09:11 Setting Intentions Before Entering Rooms 13:11 Building connections at live events 18:14 Understanding customer needs analysis 22:33 Empowering the audience experience 28:48 Building relationships with influencers' assistants 33:38 Unexpected White House Tour Invitation 39:26 Walking on fire with daughter 47:19 Networking and building connections 48:55 Networking at St. George event 56:20 Unpacking Isaac's inspiring journey 01:02:51 Attending wilderness therapy camp 01:05:47 Confronting childhood traumas 01:09:52 Support system and daily struggles 01:15:45 Support and Friendship Journey   #ManOnTheMic #ShawnFinnegan #Networking #Relationships #Community #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #PersonalDevelopment #Faith #Fatherhood #Business #SelfImprovement #Success #Mindset #JeffMann

  3. Jul 23

    What Every Father Needs to Hear | Bubba Page

    What does it really mean to be a great father? In this episode, Jeff Mann sits down with entrepreneur, investor, and father of eight, Bubba Page, for an inspiring conversation about faith, fatherhood, entrepreneurship, healing, and personal growth. Bubba shares how his greatest lessons didn't come from business success, but from raising a family, overcoming failure, and learning to trust God through life's hardest seasons. They discuss the importance of intentional parenting, emotional healing, mentorship, investing in yourself, building meaningful businesses, and why becoming the person God created you to be is the greatest success of all. Whether you're a parent, entrepreneur, or simply striving to become a better leader in your home and community, this conversation will leave you challenged and encouraged.   Chapters: 00:00 INTRO 04:59 Fatherhood Movement waitlist signup 09:32 Importance of Mentorship and Guidance 11:31 Discussing relationship psychology books 14:13 Understanding Your Inner Child 18:43 Healing childhood wounds 21:24 Healing and personal reflection 26:46 Personal spiritual awakening 27:27 Personal healing and spiritual growth 33:01 Bringing in expert speakers 36:08 Seeking guidance in entrepreneurship 37:56 Early product research and feedback 41:22 Getting paying clients before fancy site 45:14 Advice on risky investments 49:21 Importance of regular exercise 51:23 Intentional time with my son 56:04 Using Covey's concept in coaching 57:28 Dad's influence on studies   #ManOnTheMic #BubbaPage #Fatherhood #Parenting #Faith #Entrepreneurship #Leadership #PersonalDevelopment #SelfImprovement #Family #ChristianPodcast #LatterDaySaints #Business #GrowthMindset #JeffMann

  4. Jul 9

    Casey Baugh on Parenting, Purpose, and the Power of Empathy

    Success isn't just measured by wealth or career. It's measured by the people you become and the lives you help shape. In this episode, Jeff Mann sits down with entrepreneur Casey Baugh for a wide-ranging conversation about adoption, parenting, faith, entrepreneurship, mentorship, empathy, and raising resilient children in today's world. Casey shares lessons from building successful businesses while striving to build an even more meaningful life at home. They also discuss overcoming prejudice through experience, balancing ambition with family, finding great mentors, investing in yourself, and why the greatest opportunities often come through service, sacrifice, and personal growth. Whether you're building a business, raising a family, or simply trying to become a better person, this conversation offers timeless principles worth applying.   Chapters: 00:00 INTRO 05:59 Teaching Kids to Be Good People 11:14 Working at an adoption camp 16:54 Finding purpose in life's trials 22:03 Growing up in northern Utah 26:01 The chaos of insolence and order 34:55 Door-to-door sales in Kentucky 38:11 Balancing business and personal life 41:41 Committing to being the best 46:47 Investing in personal development 55:42 Transitioning from Operator to Owner 01:02:27 Alexander the Great's leadership tactics 01:03:15 Leadership and Resourcefulness Lessons 01:08:30 Being patient with progress   #ManOnTheMic #CaseyBaugh #Parenting #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #Faith #PersonalDevelopment #Adoption #Mentorship #SelfImprovement #Success #Family #GrowthMindset #Purpose #JeffMann

  5. Jun 25

    How to Build a Life You Don’t Need a Vacation From | Richie Norton

    Success is about more than money. It’s about creating a life aligned with your values, your family, and the work that matters most. In this episode, entrepreneur, author, and speaker Richie Norton joins Jeff Mann to discuss business failures, mentorship, networking, time freedom, personal growth, and why serving others is often the fastest path to success. Richie shares lessons from building companies around the world, overcoming personal tragedy, and helping people turn ideas into action. They also explore purpose, resilience, entrepreneurship, relationships, and the mindset required to keep moving forward when life doesn’t go according to plan. Along the way, Jeff opens up about his own story, creating one of the most personal and powerful conversations ever featured on Man on the Mic. If you've ever wondered how to build a meaningful life while pursuing ambitious goals, this episode is for you.   Chapters: 00:00 INTRO 04:19 Finding meaningful mentorship 08:23 Starting projects and building connections 11:09 Being genuine in social situations 14:11 Starting a Business with Purpose 18:44 Transitioning from Sports to Business 20:36 Discussing generational work expectations 24:23 Balancing passion and financial stability 26:09 Helping the non-entitled youth 29:42 Missing opportunities in football game 35:32 Desire to give and serve 39:15 Learning not to judge others 39:47 Living in Africa and cultural insights 45:00 Questioning Blindly Following Others 46:39 Starting personal training business 49:00 Embracing the Unfinished Journey 55:11 Curiosity about the Renaissance man

  6. May 28

    Tiffanie on Leaving Everything Behind to Find Herself

    What happens when you stop living for everyone else’s expectations and finally start listening to your own voice? In this episode of Man on the Mic, Jeff sits down with entrepreneur, mentor, and Limitless Society CEO Tiffanie Janowitz for a deeply honest conversation about identity, faith, relationships, motherhood, and learning how to live in truth. Tiffanie opens up about walking away from a marriage, leaving the religion she grew up in, and navigating one of the loneliest seasons of her life while discovering who she really was underneath the pressure to “check every box.” Together, they talk about the power of sitting in discomfort instead of running from it, why self-trust is the foundation of confidence, and how true growth happens when you stop people pleasing and start honoring your own voice. Tiffanie also shares how her relationship with her wife, Mandy, transformed her understanding of love, communication, and partnership, along with how motherhood completely changed the way she sees life and purpose. This conversation is full of wisdom on relationships, healing, leadership, personal growth, and building a life that actually feels aligned from the inside out. If you’ve ever felt stuck between who the world expects you to be and who you truly are, this episode will speak directly to you.   Chapters: 00:00 INTRO 06:26 Talking about perfect timing 12:21 Facing opposition while finding faith 19:11 Challenges of Prioritizing Personal Growth 25:07 Balancing priorities for better health 29:14 Aligning on core principles 33:02 The challenges and joys of motherhood 38:58 Women enhancing leadership spaces 47:27 Taking work breaks outside 53:17 Networking leads to big project 58:21 Networking and meaningful connections 59:53 Connecting on Social Media

  7. May 14

    He Sold His Super Bowl Ring to Survive… Here’s What He Learned

    In this episode of Man on the Mic, Jeffrey sits down with former NFL player, entrepreneur, speaker, and coach Setema Gali for a powerful conversation about purpose, discipline, failure, and personal transformation. From the football field to the business world, Setema shares what it really takes to build a meaningful life rooted in faith, growth, and resilience. Setema opens up about the challenges of entrepreneurship, the importance of investing in mentorship, and why true success requires sacrifice and accountability. He explains how coaches and mentors shaped his life and why paying for guidance creates real commitment and transformation. One of the most emotional moments of the episode comes when Setema shares the story of losing everything during the 2008 financial crash and making the heartbreaking decision to sell his Super Bowl ring to provide for his family. It’s a raw conversation about failure, identity, pressure, and learning that your worth is bigger than any material achievement. The episode also dives into bodybuilding, family leadership, spirituality, mindset, and the power of the stories we tell ourselves every day. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, athlete, creator, or simply someone trying to grow into your next chapter, this conversation is filled with lessons on becoming stronger mentally, physically, and spiritually.   Chapters: 00:00 Journey after the NFL career 06:02 Advice for aspiring speakers 07:53 The value of paying professionals 11:54 Learning personal resilience 13:28 Balancing family, business, and training 18:25 Financial struggles and downsizing 22:27 Reflecting on door-to-door sales journey 25:43 Speaking to the one person 27:52 Tailoring presentations to each audience 30:56 Exploring different philosophies 33:59 Dinner with three influential people 37:27 Using AI for coaching guidance 41:33 Personal affirmations and beliefs 44:04 Embracing failure and learning 45:52 Podcast sign-off and gratitude

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Welcome to Mann on the Mic! I’m Jeffrey Mann, your host. On this show, we’re all about having authentic, unfiltered conversations that get to the heart of real-life experiences. Let's get started!

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