This isn’t just another interview—it’s Episode 50!
And it’s personal.

In this milestone episode of The Shattered Mindset Podcast, I sit down with the man who unknowingly mentored me into this podcasting journey—David Shands. From seeing my face in a Profiles of Success booklet at 17, to becoming the #1 voice in entrepreneurship podcasting, David’s story is the embodiment of intentional growth, faith-driven resilience, and legacy building.

We dive into:

• Defining moments that shape our future
• Turning insecurities into fuel
• Why entrepreneurship is no longer optional
• How to think bigger (and act bolder)
• The real value of showing up every day

🎙️ Whether you're building a business, pursuing purpose, or redefining success, this conversation will challenge and inspire you.

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⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Welcome + Why This Episode Matters
01:48 – David saw Melvin in LegalShield’s Profiles of Success
04:03 – From Cheesecake Factory to Mindset Mentor
06:32 – Defining Moments: Not One, But Many
10:50 – Childhood Insecurities & How They Shaped Him
16:20 – “Sleep Is for Suckers” Origin Story
20:41 – Why Entrepreneurship Is No Longer Optional
24:00 – Thinking Past the First Million
29:18 – The Power of Environment
33:40 – From Battle Rap to Boardrooms
36:15 – Thinking Is a Core Value
39:42 – Protecting Peace While Leading
43:21 – Legacy, Mentorship, and Living Fully
46:10 – Final Message: Just Go After It
48:00 – David’s Daily Routine & Contact Info

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In this powerful and deeply personal episode of The Shattered Mindset Podcast, host Melvin Larry sits down with longtime friend and transformational leader Harold Branch III. Together, they explore what it means to heal as men, how childhood trauma shapes identity, and the power of emotional resilience.

Harold opens up about his journey from a turbulent upbringing on the West Side of Chicago to becoming a respected poet, coach, speaker, and advocate for mental health, brotherhood, and purpose-driven living. With truth and transparency, this conversation is a masterclass on emotional intelligence, vulnerability, faith, fatherhood, and navigating pain without being defined by it.

🔑 Topics include:

• Healing trauma and reclaiming identity
• Emotional literacy and why men need it
• The difference between surviving and thriving
• Faith, vulnerability, and finding your tribe
• The role of poetry and purpose in transformation
• Brotherhood, mentorship, and mental health

This is one of the most soul-stirring conversations we’ve had—raw, reflective, and filled with grace, wisdom, and real-life insight. Whether you're battling through adversity, seeking clarity, or looking to lead from a place of healing, this episode will speak directly to your soul.

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LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/melvinlarry

⏱️ Timestamps

0:00 - Welcome and introduction to Harold Branch III
2:14 - How their 20-year journey began
5:02 - Harold’s upbringing in Chicago and early loss
9:31 - Poetry as therapy and expression
14:10 - Surviving trauma and reclaiming identity
19:08 - Why men feel they need permission to heal
24:45 - The misunderstood cost of male vulnerability
29:15 - Loneliness, connection, and brotherhood
33:10 - Finding your people and redefining “tribe”
38:27 - Emotional intelligence and the impact of shut down
44:01 - Mantras, mindset, and healing breakthroughs
48:15 - The power of belief when self-trust is low
52:00 - A speaker’s heart: vulnerability on stage
57:05 - Poetry that heals generations
1:02:30 - Community work across cultures and causes
1:06:45 - Final message to those afraid of their past
1:10:55 - Where to connect with Harold
1:13:21 - Final thoughts from Melvin & Harold

#ShatteredMindsetPodcast
#EmotionalHealing
#MenAndMentalHealth
#BrotherhoodMatters
#PoetryAndPurpose

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In this powerful episode of The Shattered Mindset Podcast, I’m joined by Elle Jaye — a truth-teller, mindset shifter, and author of Survivorship. Elle’s work centers on helping women, especially single mothers, move from power struggles to purpose. But don’t be mistaken — this conversation isn’t just for moms.

Fellas, lean in.
This is about leadership in its rawest form. It's about breaking generational patterns, showing up with emotional intelligence, and letting go of control in favor of connection — whether you’re leading in your home, in your business, or just trying to lead yourself through a season of change.

Elle opens up about personal scars, family wounds, and the courageous mindset shifts that turned her pain into power — and the conversation challenges us all, as men and women, to rethink what strength really looks like.

We talk legacy, fatherhood, emotional honesty, and how to lead without letting past pain call the shots. If you've ever wrestled with how to lead better — this episode is for you.

#Fatherhood #LegacyMindset #ShatteredMindsetPodcast #EmotionalHealing #LeadWithPurpose

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⏱️ Timestamps

00:00 – Welcome & Introduction
01:32 – Elle’s Journey & Why Her Story Matters to All of Us
04:55 – The Meaning of Being “Parentified”
08:44 – Leadership vs. Control: A Hard Truth for Fathers
13:10 – How Our Parents’ Wounds Shaped Us
17:26 – Men, Emotion, and What We Were Never Taught
23:20 – Understanding “Agency” and Inner Authority
26:34 – Breaking the Grip of Judgment and Reputation Management
30:05 – What Single Moms Wish Fathers Knew
34:50 – Healing Through Honesty: Owning the Pain
40:15 – “Move to the Front Burner” – A Shift We All Need
47:55 – Coaching, Change, and a Powerful Breakthrough Story
51:42 – For Fathers of Daughters Who Are Now Moms
56:40 – Final Lessons on Humanity, Leadership, and Letting Go
1:01:25 – Where to Find Elle Jaye & Closing Thoughts

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