In this raw and unfiltered episode, Demetrius Thigpen (aka Meech Speaks) breaks down what toxic leadership actually looks like in the Marine Corps — and it’s not always who you think it is. From neglect to selfishness, from trauma turned tradition, Meech exposes how the real problem isn’t always the rank — it’s the mindset.He talks personal stories, accountability, and the uncomfortable truth that many of us aren’t ready to hear: you might be the toxic one. This episode isn’t about shame — it’s about owning your part and breaking the cycle before it breaks the next generation.www.masterthemilitary.comLet our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home. Visit https://betterhelp.com/meechspeaks and enjoy a special discount on your first month.
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CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist
It’s 1996 in rural North Carolina, and an oddball crew makes history when they pull off America’s third largest cash heist. But it’s all downhill from there. Join host Johnny Knoxville as he unspools a wild and woolly tale about a group of regular ‘ol folks who risked it all for a chance at a better life. CrimeLess: Hillbilly Heist answers the question: what would you do with 17.3 million dollars? The answer includes diamond rings, mansions, velvet Elvis paintings, plus a run for the border, murder-for-hire-plots, and FBI busts.