Raymond Hicks is an author, speaker, and advocate known for his book I'm Still Standing, which details his fight to clear his name after being wrongfully accused of a crime. His story of resilience and justice inspires others to persevere through adversity, and he continues to advocate for faith, determination, and justice.

In this episode, Raymond reflects on the life lessons he learned, the role of his faith in navigating adversity, and the inspiration behind his book, I'm Still Standing.

Takeaways:
Integrity often comes with a price, but it defines character
 Faith can provide strength in the darkest times
Adversity can lead to a powerful purpose

Sound Bites:

"I questioned God, 'Why me?' And He replied, 'Why not you?' Faith is what kept me standing."

"I refused to let my environment define me—I wanted my environment to reflect who I am." 

Connect and Discover

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imstillstandingraymondhicks

Website: https://raymondimstillstan.wixsite.com/imstillstanding

Youtube: @raymondhicks2305

Book: I’m Still Standing

GoFundMe: Raymond Hicks a TRUE story of police corruption

Email: raymondhicks2305@gmail.com

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Raymond Hicks is an author, speaker, and advocate known for his book I'm Still Standing, which details his fight to clear his name after being wrongfully accused of a crime. His story of resilience and justice inspires others to persevere through adversity, and he continues to advocate for faith, determination, and justice.
In this episode, Raymond reflects on the life lessons he learned, the role of his faith in navigating adversity, and the inspiration behind his book, I'm Still Standing.
Takeaways:
<ul>
<li>Integrity often comes with a price, but it defines character</li>
<li>&nbsp;Faith can provide strength in the darkest times</li>
<li>Adversity can lead to a powerful purpose</li>
</ul>
Sound Bites:
"I questioned God, 'Why me?' And He replied, 'Why not you?' Faith is what kept me standing."
"I refused to let my environment define me&mdash;I wanted my environment to reflect who I am."&nbsp;
Connect and Discover
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/imstillstandingraymondhicks">https://www.instagram.com/imstillstandingraymondhicks</a>
Website: <a href="https://raymondimstillstan.wixsite.com/imstillstanding">https://raymondimstillstan.wixsite.com/imstillstanding</a>
Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=%40raymondhicks2305">@raymondhicks2305</a>
Book<a href="https://a.co/d/aFimdNv">: I&rsquo;m Still Standing</a>
GoFundMe: <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/raymond-hicks-a-true-story-of-police-corruption?qid=997ff4671f35d33aebe67c6fb5d64e98">Raymond Hicks a TRUE story of police corruption</a>
Email: <a href="mailto:raymondhicks2305@gmail.com">raymondhicks2305@gmail.com</a>
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Apple: &nbsp;<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mick-unplugged/id1731755953">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mick-unplugged</a>
YouTube:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIPaMel-Fb4zQmCSZDPHu4A">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIPaMel-Fb4zQmCSZDPHu4A</a>
LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mickhunt/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/mickhunt/</a>
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"Mick Unplugged" is a transformative podcast that challenges listeners to move beyond the conventional 'Why' and embrace the empowering realm of 'Because.' Hosted by Mick Hunt, the voice of Modern Leadership, this podcast is designed for leaders, doers, and anyone aspiring to create meaningful impact in both their personal and professional lives.

Each episode delves into the principles of Modern Leadership, focusing on discovering your 'Because'—your core driving force—and how it can turn dreams into reality and aspirations into actionable steps. With practical advice, real-life stories, and forward-thinking insights, you’ll learn to make your 'Because' a daily focus, fueling your journey toward success and fulfillment.

Whether you’re looking to deepen your motivation, set meaningful goals, or apply modern leadership theories to overcome challenges, "Mick Unplugged" provides the tools, strategies, and insights to guide your path. Subscribe now and start transforming your life with purpose and modern leadership principles.

"Mick Unplugged" is a transformative podcast that challenges listeners to move beyond the conventional 'Why' and embrace the empowering realm of 'Because.' Hosted by Mick Hunt, the voice of Modern Leadership, this podcast is designed for leaders, doers, and anyone aspiring to create meaningful impact in both their personal and professional lives.

Mick Unplugged

Raymond Hicks Resilience Courage and Redemption

Michael Tubbs is a trailblazing leader who made history as Stockton, California’s youngest and first Black mayor. Renowned for his bold approach to public policy and his pivotal role championing universal basic income, Michael rose from humble beginnings—shaped by poverty, an incarcerated father, and personal tragedies—to become a national voice for change and equity in American cities. A Stanford graduate, Tubbs has transformed adversity into action, focusing on making stories like his less rare by reshaping government to serve everyone and igniting opportunity in underserved communities. Today, he continues his mission running for California’s lieutenant governor and leading initiatives to end poverty and drive policy innovation nationwide.

Takeaways:
Grassroots Change Starts Local: Michael emphasizes that impactful change often begins at the local level, where community members can partner with government and step into leadership roles without years of experience—just a willingness to listen, learn, and serve.
Adversity Can Drive Purpose: Tubbs’ journey from growing up with significant challenges in Stockton to leading his hometown is a testament to the power of channeling personal hardship into a broader mission of service, showing that lived experience, combined with competence and discipline, fuels meaningful leadership.
Innovation and Policy Are Accessible: Michael dispels the myth that policy innovation is limited to experts—encouraging young leaders and business owners to engage with their local governments, uncover opportunities like government contracts or community collaborations, and believe that anyone invested can make a difference.

Sound Bites:

“If you have a heart to serve, a willingness to listen and to read, you are above 99% of folks in local office and you should be a part of the ecosystem. You don't just have to complain. You could do something about it.” – Michael Tubbs

“People were finally coming to look to us for solutions and not just for problems.” – Michael Tubbs

“Passion without competence is irrelevant. You have to marry that passion with some knowledge… or else you may make a bad problem worse.” – Michael Tubbs

Quote by Mick: Dominate your hometown or wherever it is you live, dominate there."

Connect & Discover Michael:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaeldtubbs

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StocktonTubbs

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC21utOIFQ8Wgw77WxMxzZKw

Website: https://mtubbs.com/

Website: https://endpovertyinca.org/

 

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mickunplugged/  
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mickunplugged  
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mickhunt/
Website: https://www.mickhuntofficial.com                                                                                   Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mick-unplugged/

Michael Tubbs is a trailblazing leader who made history as Stockton, California&rsquo;s youngest and first Black mayor. Renowned for his bold approach to public policy and his pivotal role championing universal basic income, Michael rose from humble beginnings&mdash;shaped by poverty, an incarcerated father, and personal tragedies&mdash;to become a national voice for change and equity in American cities. A Stanford graduate, Tubbs has transformed adversity into action, focusing on making stories like his less rare by reshaping government to serve everyone and igniting opportunity in underserved communities. Today, he continues his mission running for California&rsquo;s lieutenant governor and leading initiatives to end poverty and drive policy innovation nationwide.
Takeaways:
<ul>
<li>Grassroots Change Starts Local: Michael emphasizes that impactful change often begins at the local level, where community members can partner with government and step into leadership roles without years of experience&mdash;just a willingness to listen, learn, and serve.</li>
<li>Adversity Can Drive Purpose: Tubbs&rsquo; journey from growing up with significant challenges in Stockton to leading his hometown is a testament to the power of channeling personal hardship into a broader mission of service, showing that lived experience, combined with competence and discipline, fuels meaningful leadership.</li>
<li>Innovation and Policy Are Accessible: Michael dispels the myth that policy innovation is limited to experts&mdash;encouraging young leaders and business owners to engage with their local governments, uncover opportunities like government contracts or community collaborations, and believe that anyone invested can make a difference.</li>
</ul>
Sound Bites:
&ldquo;If you have a heart to serve, a willingness to listen and to read, you are above 99% of folks in local office and you should be a part of the ecosystem. You don't just have to complain. You could do something about it.&rdquo; &ndash; Michael Tubbs
&ldquo;People were finally coming to look to us for solutions and not just for problems.&rdquo; &ndash; Michael Tubbs
&ldquo;Passion without competence is irrelevant. You have to marry that passion with some knowledge&hellip; or else you may make a bad problem worse.&rdquo; &ndash; Michael Tubbs
Quote by Mick: Dominate your hometown or wherever it is you live, dominate there."
Connect &amp; Discover Michael:
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/michaeldtubbs">https://www.instagram.com/michaeldtubbs</a>
Facebook<a href=":%20https:/www.facebook.com/StocktonTubbs">: https://www.facebook.com/StocktonTubbs</a>
YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC21utOIFQ8Wgw77WxMxzZKw">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC21utOIFQ8Wgw77WxMxzZKw</a>
Website: <a href="https://mtubbs.com/">https://mtubbs.com/</a>
Website: <a href="https://endpovertyinca.org/">https://endpovertyinca.org/</a>
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FOLLOW MICK ON: Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mickunplugged/">https://www.instagram.com/mickunplugged/ </a>&nbsp; Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mickunplugged/">https://www.facebook.com/mickunplugged/ </a>&nbsp; YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@mickunplugged">https://www.youtube.com/@mickunplugged </a>&nbsp; LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mickhunt/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/mickhunt/</a> Website<a href="https://mickhuntofficial.com/">: </a><a href="https://www.mickhuntofficial.com">https://www.mickhuntofficial.com</a><a href="https://mickhuntofficial.com/">&nbsp;</a>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Apple: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mick-unplugged/id1731755953">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mick-unplugged/</a>

Michael Tubbs: Governing with Heart, Elevating Stockton, and Fostering Inclusive Urban Progress

Terrell Suggs, affectionately known as “T-Sizzle,” is a legendary NFL linebacker, Super Bowl champion, and Defensive Player of the Year whose relentless play and leadership have defined a generation of Baltimore Ravens football. Growing up in the competitive football environment of Minnesota before starring at Arizona State, Suggs translated his early drive into a pro career marked by grit, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence both on and off the field. Now retired, Suggs devotes himself to fatherhood, taking as much pride in supporting his children as he did anchoring one of the NFL’s most feared defenses.

Takeaways:
Fatherhood Comes First: Despite his on-field achievements, Terrell emphasizes that his true “because” is his children, striving to be an even better dad than he was a football player.
Leadership Is Learned and Passed On: Suggs credits mentors like Ray Lewis and Ed Reed for shaping his leadership style, highlighting the importance of learning from and supporting your team.
Resilience and Self-Reflection: Success, whether on the field or in life, requires self-checking, owning one’s actions, and playing chess—always thinking a few moves ahead.

 Sound Bites:

"We're not just professional athletes—we're fathers first."

"A leader would never ask someone to do what he wouldn't do himself."

"If you want an autograph, get theirs—I'm just Dad now."

 

Quote by Mick: "If Suggs lined up beside you, you were getting it all. If he was in the huddle, no questions asked, you getting everything."

 

Connect & Discover Terrell:

 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/terrellsuggs/

X: https://x.com/untouchablejay4

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/untouchablejay55/

 

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mickhunt/
Website: https://www.mickhuntofficial.com                                                                                   Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mick-unplugged/

 

Terrell Suggs, affectionately known as &ldquo;T-Sizzle,&rdquo; is a legendary NFL linebacker, Super Bowl champion, and Defensive Player of the Year whose relentless play and leadership have defined a generation of Baltimore Ravens football. Growing up in the competitive football environment of Minnesota before starring at Arizona State, Suggs translated his early drive into a pro career marked by grit, teamwork, and a commitment to excellence both on and off the field. Now retired, Suggs devotes himself to fatherhood, taking as much pride in supporting his children as he did anchoring one of the NFL&rsquo;s most feared defenses.
Takeaways:
<ul>
<li>Fatherhood Comes First: Despite his on-field achievements, Terrell emphasizes that his true &ldquo;because&rdquo; is his children, striving to be an even better dad than he was a football player.</li>
<li>Leadership Is Learned and Passed On: Suggs credits mentors like Ray Lewis and Ed Reed for shaping his leadership style, highlighting the importance of learning from and supporting your team.</li>
<li>Resilience and Self-Reflection: Success, whether on the field or in life, requires self-checking, owning one&rsquo;s actions, and playing chess&mdash;always thinking a few moves ahead.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;Sound Bites:
"We're not just professional athletes&mdash;we're fathers first."
"A leader would never ask someone to do what he wouldn't do himself."
"If you want an autograph, get theirs&mdash;I'm just Dad now."
&nbsp;
Quote by Mick: "If Suggs lined up beside you, you were getting it all. If he was in the huddle, no questions asked, you getting everything."
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Connect &amp; Discover Terrell:
&nbsp;Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/terrellsuggs/">https://www.facebook.com/terrellsuggs/</a>
X: <a href="https://x.com/untouchablejay4">https://x.com/untouchablejay4</a>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/untouchablejay55/">https://www.instagram.com/untouchablejay55/</a>
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Terrell Suggs Reflects on Legacy, Teamwork, and Raising the Next Generation

Daniel Kang is the co-founder of Flobo, a fintech company focused on democratizing financial access for creators and entrepreneurs. With a compelling personal journey from a low-income immigrant family to a leader in the venture capital and fintech spaces, Daniel’s mission is rooted in making opportunities fairly accessible to all. He's also the author of The Super Upside Factor, which explores how individuals can apply venture capital’s asymmetric investing principles to accelerate personal and professional growth. Daniel is known for his innovative thinking, resilience, and commitment to leveraging technology and finance to create positive societal impact.

Takeaways:
Asymmetric Betting for Everyday Life: Daniel breaks down how venture capital's methods—betting big on outlier wins while managing risk—can be adapted by individuals to create outsized professional and personal results.
Start Small, Stay Consistent: Success comes from executing simple principles with unwavering consistency, rather than seeking shortcuts. Daniel’s own story—winning scholarships, writing a book, and building a fintech—emphasizes starting where you are and building up momentum daily.
Impact Over Mediocrity: Daniel’s drive stems from a fear of mediocrity and a strong desire to scale positive impact using technology, smart positioning, and persistent effort, rather than just working harder.

 Sound Bites:

"Budget for a 90% failure rate—success is about surviving long enough for luck to catch up."

"Every bet should be positioned for outsized, 100x outcomes—even if you only win 10% of the time, your wins will outpace the losses."

"Don’t fall into ‘intellectual obesity’—the real difference is made by executing a few simple principles, not by endlessly searching for shortcuts."

Quote by Mick: "Sometimes you just got to get started with what you’re doing and understand that it’s a journey. The truth of the matter is, in almost everything we do in life, it takes time."

  

Connect & Discover Daniel:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/itsdankang/

X: https://x.com/itsdankang?lang=en

Website: https://itsdankang.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsdankang

Book: The Super Upside Factor

 

FOLLOW MICK ON:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mickunplugged/  
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mickunplugged/  
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mickunplugged  
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mickhunt/
Website: https://www.mickhuntofficial.com                                                                                   Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mick-unplugged/

Daniel Kang is the co-founder of Flobo, a fintech company focused on democratizing financial access for creators and entrepreneurs. With a compelling personal journey from a low-income immigrant family to a leader in the venture capital and fintech spaces, Daniel&rsquo;s mission is rooted in making opportunities fairly accessible to all. He's also the author of The Super Upside Factor, which explores how individuals can apply venture capital&rsquo;s asymmetric investing principles to accelerate personal and professional growth. Daniel is known for his innovative thinking, resilience, and commitment to leveraging technology and finance to create positive societal impact.
Takeaways:
<ul>
<li>Asymmetric Betting for Everyday Life: Daniel breaks down how venture capital's methods&mdash;betting big on outlier wins while managing risk&mdash;can be adapted by individuals to create outsized professional and personal results.</li>
<li>Start Small, Stay Consistent: Success comes from executing simple principles with unwavering consistency, rather than seeking shortcuts. Daniel&rsquo;s own story&mdash;winning scholarships, writing a book, and building a fintech&mdash;emphasizes starting where you are and building up momentum daily.</li>
<li>Impact Over Mediocrity: Daniel&rsquo;s drive stems from a fear of mediocrity and a strong desire to scale positive impact using technology, smart positioning, and persistent effort, rather than just working harder.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;Sound Bites:
"Budget for a 90% failure rate&mdash;success is about surviving long enough for luck to catch up."
"Every bet should be positioned for outsized, 100x outcomes&mdash;even if you only win 10% of the time, your wins will outpace the losses."
"Don&rsquo;t fall into &lsquo;intellectual obesity&rsquo;&mdash;the real difference is made by executing a few simple principles, not by endlessly searching for shortcuts."
Quote by Mick: "Sometimes you just got to get started with what you&rsquo;re doing and understand that it&rsquo;s a journey. The truth of the matter is, in almost everything we do in life, it takes time."
&nbsp;&nbsp;
Connect &amp; Discover Daniel:
LinkedIn<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/itsdankang/">: https://www.linkedin.com/in/itsdankang/</a>
X: <a href="https://x.com/itsdankang?lang=en">https://x.com/itsdankang?lang=en</a>
Website: <a href="https://itsdankang.com/">https://itsdankang.com/</a>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/itsdankang">https://www.instagram.com/itsdankang</a>
Book: <a href="https://a.co/d/hjeuSrr">The Super Upside Factor</a>
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