Regular G.I. Joe

Mike Mendez

Come on the journey with 2 veterans that have blossomed into a friendship as we have genuine talks sharing our adventures in the military, talks about veterans, funny stories, and every day life. Mike and I established this podcast to portray to other veterans or other people to be able to reach out to their friends, family, or even their wingman and have authentic conversations. The art of having a conversation is becoming extinct since the advancements of technology. We want to provide a platform that shows the art of conversing is not gone.

  1. 10/25/2023

    Only time people are going to really listen to you is that you have the proof or you have something they deem as proof to say you're successful.

    On this episode, Izzy and Mike express that kids seeing there parents grinding it out can be both a pro and con, especially with the advancements with social media. The younger generation seeing their parents not being successful, are more capable of changing their approach to try to be millionaires versus broke after 30yrs of working with a company. The majority of those are more willing to express their duty titles, such as CEO, and not sharing the reality of how many times there business failed. Mike shares that if the younger generation are trying to be successful at an early age, are able to have failure early and learn from it versus being 60yrs old and trying to be successful. Mike shares that success leave blueprints, so those that are interested in wanting to be a success are able to educate themselves from those that are currently successful. In venturing into a business, individuals need to ask themselves “What problem are we trying to solve?”, for that can open up various reasons to create your own business. Mike and Izzy talk about what is the biggest fear that people have in trying to be successful, and Mike reveals that an issue people face is the fear of failure and the other is patience. The younger generation need to have self-awareness that just because their parents didn’t make it, doesn’t mean that they won’t make it, the times have changed to where the resources of technology have created more opportunities. Don’t get upset when you have the information needed for success and no one wants to listen because you haven’t proved it to them but have the patience to understand if it is important what they think or if you even care. Keep in mind that the only person you should be in competition with is the future you

  2. 09/26/2023

    My time is more precious

    On this episode, Mike expresses how he loves being passionate about his work and it shows in his work ethic, but if you are not passionate about being an entrepreneur then don’t focus on it and do something that you care about it. Mike breaks down that in the beginning it was rough, in debt, and had to scratch his way up to get where he is comfortable. Mike shares his end goal in doing the work. It only costs $5K to rent out a private jet, but some folks tend to get their pilot license. Knowledge is power, and if people apply themselves to read and learn will be capable of applying it to their business ideas or personal goals. People need to refocus their intentions on what they want to be paid per hour versus what it can take for them to earn that and invest in themselves. Learn your strengths and weaknesses and be honest with yourself to know it. Mike shares his tips on people that want to go their own route or do their own thing. To be a CEO and an entrepreneur are two different people.

  3. 08/29/2023

    Entrepreneurship is not for everyone

    On this episode, Izzy shares his love for 80s freestyle and enjoyed attending a concert. It was exploited that the audience didn’t contain any millennials and Gen-Z. Izzy shares that upon showing the young generation a VHS tape, which goes into a VCR, they assumed that it was for a DVD player…SMH. Parents need to take the time to show their kids the old school, so they can familiarize themselves with how it was back in their parents’ days. Even at a Dave Matthews Band concert, the majority of parents were bringing their young teens to attend the show, surprisingly a lot of them enjoyed it. Mike shares that when he works out, his choice of music is none, he listens to the news or motivational videos. Izzy shares that when working out, he enjoys listening to EDM. Izzy shares his liking for a weightlifter by the name of Joey Swole, that puts gym shamers in their place, portraying that people should have gym etiquette and not put people down. Izzy shares that the itch of traveling is still there and hoping to not get complacent in living in Florida. Mike discusses his work ethic and how busy it can be, but that the entrepreneur life is not for everyone. Mike shares his thoughts on the difficulty of trying to be an entrepreneur and how time consuming it can be.

  4. 07/18/2023

    Veterans can be and do more, use the veteran label to create yourselves new ones

    On this episode, Mike shares that in being a veteran, the military has supplied him with skillsets, for example, if Mike wanted to be the manager of Popeyes, he could do it. Mike expresses that it is empowering to help others and for veterans to quit using the label of veteran to hold themselves back, use the veteran label to create yourself new ones, as in CEO. The negatives that are occurring amongst veterans shouldn’t be the only outlook, the outlook needs to highlight the positive that veterans are doing as well. The message that Mike and Izzy want to end with is to KNOW YOUR PURPOSE. Also, MIKE WON’T LET IZZY GO TO BED…

  5. 07/04/2023

    Be a better veteran but more of a better person and know your purpose in life

    On this episode, Izzy expresses how advanced technology on the border wall is forcing these migrants to change routes and take on dangerous terrain. The border sectors vary on their terrain which makes it difficult for migrants to battle, causing a high number of migrant deaths. Izzy shares that border agents have spread life distress beacons out in the terrain for migrants to utilize in order to be saved versus losing their lives. The majority of deaths occurring to these migrants are not the fault of the border agents but the routes that these migrants are taking. There is a misconception that border patrols wear many hats and have a bad rap, but there are other agencies that deal with other aspects of immigration like prosecution, or even for asylum seekers. Mike shares his involvement in the company Beteran, that emphasizes being a better veteran, but more of a better person to take care of your communities. Mike shares the importance of knowing your purpose in your life, for him it is to help out his fellow veterans, especially when they are transitioning out of the military. Veterans need to change the stigma that we are broken, when the reality is veterans can provide so much positivity to the world and use their skillsets for betterment of their lives.

  6. 06/19/2023

    What is really happening on the Southwest Border? Policies need changing when it comes to immigration

    On this episode, Mike shares how during his visit to the southwest border, the media would exploit the situation for more then what it truly is, and what Mike saw was nothing but a peaceful protest. Izzy and Mike discuss the importance of Customs and Border Patrol agents and how they are risking there well-being in ensuring the border remains secured. Also, the migrants are not at fault, but unfortunately there are migrants that are conducting nefarious acts and are making it difficult for others that are trying to legally migrate to the United States, making a better life for themselves & families. Mike shares how certain people within the U.S. make outlandish comments on envisioning violence commence versus the reality that it is peaceful. Izzy and Mike express that the border patrol duties are not of their own obligations, there processes/protocols are coming from congressional policies. People need to understand that policies require changing when dealing with immigration and not how border patrol agents conduct their duties.

  7. 06/13/2023

    Parents are either empty nesters or support their grown kid? LET THE PEACOCK FLY

    On this episode, Izzy and Mike talk about the path parents should take concerning their children that are 18+, completed high school, and whether to let them spread their wings and fly to leave the nest or keep them home and support them, but overall, these 18+ young adults need to have a plan. Mike shares his thoughts on how parenting can be stressful, especially with how expensive it is in the economy. It is imperative for parents to teach their children the little things, like ironing, laundry, or the simple task of cleaning. Mike and Izzy express how they wish they had someone informing them of the necessary steps to take prior to finishing high school. Izzy expresses how there is nothing wrong with being a bagger, working in a warehouse, or bringing in shopping carts, for the majority of these companies are providing great benefits. Izzy and Mike talk about the Beteran organization and Mike shares his experiences on taking a trip to the southwest border and reveals how the media takes things out of context when dealing with immigration.

  8. 05/16/2023

    Try to find balance in work and leisure

    On this episode, Mike shares that he finds himself to be willing to work after he retires, if it means working in his 80s then he will. Mike shows that in order to reach your goals you have to have a work ethic to outwork everyone else. Mike and Izzy talk about taking a break and have “ME” time and finding that enjoyment from putting in all the hard work. Izzy believes that each individual should show a reward from their hard work and try to find a balance in work and leisure. It is okay to take leisure time and people shouldn’t feel like that if they take leisure time it will break them from their routine, but know that isn’t the case. Mike expresses his passion for wanting to feel overwhelmed from being busy, and he LOVES to be busy.

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Come on the journey with 2 veterans that have blossomed into a friendship as we have genuine talks sharing our adventures in the military, talks about veterans, funny stories, and every day life. Mike and I established this podcast to portray to other veterans or other people to be able to reach out to their friends, family, or even their wingman and have authentic conversations. The art of having a conversation is becoming extinct since the advancements of technology. We want to provide a platform that shows the art of conversing is not gone.

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  • Creator
    Mike Mendez
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2023
  • Episodes
    91
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2210
  • Show Website
    Regular G.I. Joe