2 Knights & a Mic

2 Knights & a Mic

The 2 Knights & a Mic Podcast offers dynamic and meaningful conversations about education, leadership and finding your purpose. Hosted by Kaleth Wright and Todd Simmons, former Air Force leaders with proven experience in driving success. Kaleth and Todd bring a unique blend of experience, insight, and approachability. Their backgrounds as leaders, motivational speakers, and business consultants provide them with a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities which listeners may find beneficial. More importantly, Kaleth and Todd possess an authentic and engaging communication style honed through their previous successful podcasts, ”The New Normal” and ”Blueprint Leadership.” These podcasts, produced for the United States Air Force, reached hundreds of thousands of listeners, and fostered meaningful dialogue on critical topics.

Episodes

December 4, 2025 38 mins

In this inspiring episode of 2 Knights & a Mic, K Wright sits down with Dr. Janell Gibson, Provost and Chief Academic Officer of Columbia Southern University, for a powerful conversation on education, leadership, student success, and the future of higher learning.

Drawing from more than 25 years in higher education, Dr. Gibson reflects on her academic journey — from behavioral science instructor to senior university leader — an...

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What does it take to rebuild when life knocks you down? In this episode, Todd Simmons and Kaleth Wright sit down with Chantell Cooley, co-founder of Columbia Southern University, entrepreneur, and author whose story of faith, resilience, and purpose has inspired thousands. Chantell opens up about her family’s early struggles, the founding of CSU, and how faith turned setbacks into a legacy that continues to change lives around the ...

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Episode 3: Edgar Jones: Redefining Manhood, Mentorship & Mindset

In this episode of 2 Knights & a Mic, Edgar Jones, a former NFL linebacker turned speaker and entrepreneur, joins Todd Simmons and Kaleth Wright for a real conversation about leadership, identity, and transformation.

The conversation dives into:

  • New definitions of manhood – Edgar shares how he's unlearning outdated narratives and building a new, emotiona...

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In this episode of 2 Knights & A Mic, the mic flips as Todd Simmons interviews his co-host and longtime friend, Kaleth O. Wright. From humble beginnings to serving as the 18th Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force, Kaleth opens up about the lessons of his leadership journey that left a mark, and the advice he wishes every young professional would take to heart.

He also shares the story behind one of his greatest mentors, his p...

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In this inaugural episode of 2 Knights & a Mic, cohost Kaleth Wright interviews his podcast partner, Todd Simmons about his unique journey from aimless U.S. Airman to becoming the leader he is today. The two former Air Force Chief Master Sergeants discuss managing teams in the remote environment, the importance of education, and saying "no" to protect your time.

Todd and Kaleth bring their unique experiences rising through the ...

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