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Talkin' Crazy Podcast

Demetrius Thigpenlinktr.ee

Talking Crazy is a raw and relatable podcast hosted by Meech Speaks, a United States Marine, published Author and motivational speaker. 


Every Monday, Meech delivers no-nonsense conversations about mindset, motivation, and navigating life’s toughest challenges in and out of uniform. Drawing from his time in the Marines and personal experiences, he offers honest perspectives without the fluff, empowering listeners to embrace growth, tackle adversity, and keep it real. Whether you’re striving for success, overcoming setbacks, or just looking for straight talk, this podcast is your go-to for practical wisdom and unapologetic truth.

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Episodes

Learning to forgive yourself and understanding boundaries

On this episode I reflected on a year's worth of growth and talk about the two most important things I've learned.https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let 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 ...

Nov 28, 202218 min

Don't Count Yourself Out: Danny Limelight

Movie star and Pro Wrestler Danny Rivera AKA Danny Limelight comes by to talk about breaking generational curse, the importance of never counting yourself out, and how he transitioned from Marine to Pro WrestlerDanny Limelight (@dannylimelight) • Instagram photos and videosDanny LimeLight (@DannyLimeLight) / Twitterhttps://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=159...

Nov 17, 202251 min

If you build it, they will battle with Austen Alexander

So today I sit down with Navy Veteran, and Host & Creator of the Battle Bunker Austen Alexander. We talk about Mindset, the importance of betting on yourself, and the launch of the New Battle Bunker 10/29 (197) Austen Alexander - YouTubeAusten Alexander (@austen_alex) • Instagram photos and videoshttps://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622...

Nov 11, 202235 min

I Love That for You: Jma

On today's episode I sit down with special guest Jma from "HealwithJma". This episode is filled with nothing but good vibes and energy as we talk about the journey of self-love, understanding the EGO, and what it means to becoming a better version of ourselves.Jma ☀️ (@healwithjma) TikTok | Watch Jma ☀️'s Newest TikTok VideosSelflove • Personal Growth• Healing (@healwithjma) • Instagram photos and videoshttps://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordina...

Nov 07, 20221 hr 5 min

Why you can't be the victim in every story

In this episode I talk about accountability and why you can't be the victim.https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let 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...

Oct 31, 202221 min

Getting started is only half the battle; you still have to finish

In this episode I talk about what's stopping most people from becoming a better version and why the ones that do start always quit.https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home. Visit https://betterhelp.com/meech...

Oct 18, 202225 min

3 Things to start doing to get unstuck in life

Whether in life, a relationship, or at work; we've all experience that universal feeling of being stuck. In this episode I was discuss the 3 things that I practice for getting unstuck..https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfor...

Oct 10, 202217 min

Go where you'll GROW

In this Episode I talk about milestones and having an open mind to new things..https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let 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 mo...

Oct 03, 202221 min

There's beauty in adversity

In today's episode I'm talking about the beauty that lies within adversity, and how overcoming it allows you to become a better version of yourself.On today's episode I talk about "quiet quitting' a recently popular phrase that describes the idea of not quitting your job but quitting the idea of going above and beyond..https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid...

Sep 12, 202216 min

Quiet quitting, a step towards quitting at life

On today's episode I talk about "quiet quitting' a recently popular phrase that describes the idea of not quitting your job but quitting the idea of going above and beyond..https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your ow...

Aug 29, 202219 min

What I learned from being a Toxic Leader

Many young leaders are toxic in the very beginning. In this episode I talk about my time as a young leader, and the three toxic traits that was able to get over....https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home. V...

Aug 22, 202218 min

Toxic people think everything is toxic

In this episode I discuss the roles we play when it comes to being toxic....https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let 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...

Aug 08, 202220 min

You were born to be a lot of things; a quitter wasn't one of them

In this episode I share a lesson in believing in yourself, that my seven-year-old son taught me....https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let 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 disco...

Aug 01, 202216 min

Character Development: deconstructing and reconstructing you

On this episode I talk about deconstructing and reconstructing your way of thinking, understanding your triggers and how to learn to control your triggers, so they don't control you....https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfor...

Jul 29, 202220 min

The art of getting your shit together

In this episode we talking about getting your shit together, what it looks like for some people, and the steps to make to get your shit together.https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home. Visit https://better...

Jul 25, 202214 min

It's 2022, Come Healed

Learning to heal your emotional and psychological traumas one small step at a time.https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let 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 firs...

Jun 06, 202217 min

Your perspective will determine the succuss

It is not that they don't believe in you, they just don't believe in the idea.https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let 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 mon...

Jun 03, 202224 min

We all need this type of friend

It may not be what you want to hear, but an "HONEST" friend is always going to tell you what you need to hear. We may not realize it, but these people are truly a blessing in our lives. https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the ...

May 27, 202224 min

Find Your Tribe

Being around like-minded individuals can be so refreshing! On this episode, we discussed why it's important to find a tribe, how to find a tribe.https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home. Visit https://better...

May 16, 202216 min

How to find peace in where you're at

Learning to love the NOW https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let 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. Grab a “Be Gentle to Your Mental” T-Shirt a...

May 13, 202215 min

I'm So Happy I Didn't Kill Myself!

At one point in my life; I decided I was going to end it. Luckily I didn't.This episode is dedicated to you. Keep moving forward.National Suicide Prevention LifelineHours: Available 24 hours.1-800-273-8255...https://www.facebook.com/groups/807453813049695/https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHe...

May 09, 202226 min

Sometimes the hardest route is better than the easier path

Today we talk about making hard change to have an "easier" life.https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let 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. Grab a “B...

May 06, 202232 min

What 2022 has taught me so far

"Your dreams deserve the same effort that you give your job". This is just one of the lessons that I've learned so far, and in this episode, I will be sharing my five top lessons that 2022 has taught me..https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - ...

May 02, 202223 min

Your value is worth more than sex with R'Taveous Merritt

Today we have another remote conversation with Author and Psychiatrist, R'Taveous Merritt. This time we talk about the power of self-worth, love languages, and why it's important to never give up.Rt Merritt (@rt_merritt) • Instagram photos and videosAmazon.com: R'Taveous Merritt: Books, Biography, Blog, Audiobooks, Kindle..RISE | Martial Arts (@rise_sbt) • Instagram photos and videos https://www.facebook.com/groups/807453813049695/ https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/ https:...

May 02, 20221 hr 49 min

Everyone is not your friend, and that's okay

Everyone is not your friend, and that is okay. Today we go over the idea of friendship and ask if we are giving people more when they require less..https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home. Visit https://bet...

Apr 25, 202220 min

Being Human

Being human doing mean stop working towards your goals. Being human means to make time to enjoy your life..https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let 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 speci...

Apr 22, 202223 min

Surviving a toxic environment

Being in a toxic environment can be detrimental to your overall health. On this episode, I talk about how to survive working in a toxic environment..https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home. Visit https://be...

Apr 18, 202243 min

When you finally break

It's been a min since there's been a Friday episode, but today we're talking about emotional outbursts and how to avoid them....https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you - all from the comfort of your own home. Visit https://betterhelp.com/meechspe...

Apr 15, 202237 min

When you don't speak up

One of the worst things about not saying how you feel, is how it erases your identity. Making you feel like someone you're not, a dull version of yourself that everyone finds acceptable....https://www.facebook.com/groups/807453813049695/https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a...

Apr 11, 202235 min

The side effects of failure

In this Episode I talk about the trauma that failure can cause, and how to cope with a major defeat..RISE | Martial Arts (@rise_sbt) • Instagram photos and videos https://www.facebook.com/groups/807453813049695/ https://www.instagram.com/meech.speaks/ https://www.amazon.com/Extraordinary-Thought-Ordinary-Mind-ebook/dp/B08CF1CK8R/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=demetrius+thigpen&qid=1594622388&s=digital-text&sr=1-1Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapis...

Jan 31, 202223 min
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