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YNK: you know what I mean?

Ya Neva Know: you know what I mean? is a lifestyle podcast hosted by platinum recording artist, Mike. Athletes, entrepreneurs, musicians, and other artists come on the show every Wednesday to discuss the adversity they overcame to turn their dreams into reality.
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Episodes

Episode 117: Over Stimulation

On today's episode, we start by discussing things in our lives that over stimulate us, and may lead to anxiety. Then we answer a few questions from you guys regarding ambition, time management, and tips for young artists. This episode was previously featured on onlysteves.com, the only place to get exclusive music, podcasts, and BTS content from mike.

Jan 18, 202457 min

Episode 116: The Truth About Ben Foley

I've danced around this topic for months now, but it's time you know the truth. I tell the story in full. & now we can move on. This was a tough period in my life but it’s made everything so much better. Another realization that everything happens for you.. good or bad. Cheers y’all

Oct 24, 20232 hr

Episode 115: Growing Up

This episode was previously recorded and released on OnlySteves.com. Only Steves is the only place to get exclusive content from mike and the YNK Podcast. Exclusive music, podcasts, and behind the scenes videos are dropped on there frequently, and we even give away $1000 back to our subscribers every month. Use promo code STEVE23 to get your first 7 days for free at OnlySteves.com.

Sep 26, 20231 hr 12 min

Episode 114: New Beginnings

Mike and his businesses are going through big changes. Sometimes it takes a major setback to spark major growth. Updates on Stevenson Ranch, Only Steves, the new album, and a new business venture.

Jul 27, 20231 hr 14 min

Episode 113: Pay Attention

Pay attention! That is Mike's advice on today's episode for being a more grateful and thoughtful person. He and Kilmer discuss Mike's next steps in music, the creative process, and (you guessed it) The 7 Spiritual Laws of Success.

May 17, 20231 hr 27 min

Episode 111: Marcus Stroman

He's an ace for the Chicago Cubs. He's a humanitarian. He's a role model. He's an entrepreneur. He's a physical specimen. Our good friend, Marcus Stroman joins the YNK Podcast for the third time.

Feb 22, 202357 min

Episode 110: Christian Yelich

For the second time on YNK, Mike sits down with Milwaukee Brewer's outfielder Christian Yelich.

Feb 01, 20232 hr 8 min

Episode 109: Charlie Rocket

Charlie “Rocket” Jabaley is a former music manager, Grammy Award Winner, Iron Man Athlete brain tumor survivor and philanthropist. He has dedicated his life to helping those without the means achieve their wildest dreams. Charlie joins Mike in Malibu as they discuss music, mindset, and the service of others in this weeks episode of the YNK Podcast.

Nov 09, 20222 hr 27 min

Episode 108: Eben Britton

Buckle up for another deep dive on spirituality with Eben and Mike. There’s a reason Eben has been a guest on YNK five times now. He’s our brother and he’s overflowing with wisdom. Check out his new book Eben Flow, available now everywhere.

Oct 12, 20221 hr 32 min

Episode 107: Change

Mike and the boys are in the mountains of Idaho. Jon is settling into his new home in Nashville. The two connect for their first ever remote episode and catch up on life. They also make a big announcement about the future of the YNK Podcast and Only Steves.

Sep 28, 202253 min

Episode 106: Solitude

For the first time ever, Mike does a podcast by himself in the deep woods of Montana.

Aug 31, 202246 min

Episode 105: Will Compton

Co-host of the Bussin' With The Boys podcast, Will Compton, joins us for the second time, as he and Mike meet up in Nashville and have one of the most meaningful conversations we've ever heard on this show.

Aug 17, 20221 hr 51 min

Episode 104: Everything Is Connected

The boys just wrapped up leg 2 of the five week long Not My First Rodeo Tour. Mike and Jon chat on stage of the Truman in Kansas City and discuss their longest tour run in over 3 years, the importance of their nomadic lifestyle, and what it means to be a man.

Aug 03, 202248 min

Episode 103: Frequency

From their rehearsal space in Nashville, Mike and Jon prepare for leg 2 of the Not My First Rodeo Tour, spanning 18 shows across the US and Canada. The guys discuss the evolution of their businesses, the relationship with their families, and how their views on relationships with women have changed over the years.

Jun 23, 202253 min

Episode 102: Closing the Gap

The first step to achieving anything, is first becoming self aware of what you want. Then, slowly and incrementally... you close the gap. For Mike, he describes how he did this with his music. In his mind, he knew what sound he wanted for 'the highs', however it was not an immediate result. Over the course of several years, he closed the gap more and more until the sound was achieved, as he heard it in his mind.

Jun 08, 20221 hr 17 min

Episode 101: Hardy

Today we're joined by Hardy, one of the best singer/songwriters out of Nashville. Don't believe us? Well, he just got his 11th #1 song on the country charts. And we were lucky enough to have him on the show right before the gang set out for leg 1 of the Not My First Rodeo Tour. It was only fitting that we conducted the interview in a wellness clinic.

May 25, 20221 hr 32 min

Episode 100: Until The Wheels Fall Off

Mike and Jon recap the Not My First Rodeo Tour: discussing their biggest headlining shows to date, getting their tour bus rammed by an 18-wheeler, and approaching the road with a whole different mindset. Then they reflect on the origin of the YNK Podcast and the importance it's had on the fan base, and their own lives.

May 11, 202259 min

Episode 99: Eben Britton

Buckle up for another deep dive on spirituality with Eben and Mike. There's a reason Eben has been a guest on YNK four times now. He's our brother and he's overflowing with wisdom. Check out his new book Eben Flow, available now everywhere.

Apr 27, 20221 hr 9 min

Episode 98: Baker Mayfield

We were lucky enough to have our good friend, and neighbor, Baker Mayfield at the ranch on Lake Travis a few weeks ago. Baker touched on his unconventional start in the league, his current situation, and his mindset through it all.

Apr 13, 20221 hr 33 min

Episode 97: Chase Rice (part 2)

In part two of our interview with Chase, the guys talk more about their music endeavors, Chase's appearances on Survivor and The Bachelor, and past female relationships. As one of the few musical guests on YNK, this shapes up to be an amazing conversation between two rising legends.

Mar 30, 20221 hr

Episode 96: Chase Rice (part 1)

We're joined by country legend Chase Rice, who caught up with us in Scottsdale Arizona while touring with Kane Brown. You may know him for his hit song "Eyes on You" or for writing "Cruise" by Florida Georgia Line. He and Mike sat down for two and half hours and talked about their similar tenure in the music industry, their collegiate sports background, and what's next for Chase. The second half of this interview will air next episode.

Mar 16, 20221 hr 6 min

Episode 95: Atomic Habits

Breaking down James Clear's book 'Atomic Habits', the guys discuss the science behind effective (and non-effective) habits. Mike is having less sex. Kilmer doesn't think he can control himself after taking a viagra. It's a new edition of Steve's Book Club and we're fired up.

Mar 02, 202252 min

Episode 94: Max Homa

Returning for the third time, Max Homa visits the guys at the Arizona Ranch just days before the Waste Management Open. They discuss golf, the stigma of athletes having fun in their personal lives, and having sex in smelly places.

Feb 16, 20221 hr 20 min

Episode 93: Hangin' with Skeez

Meet our good friend, and opener for the Not My First Rodeo Tour, Skeez. We were lucky to meet this guy during our final days in Los Angeles and now he'll be joining us for our first tour in three years. He loves a stiff cocktail. He loves people. And he's the self proclaimed best athlete under 5' 7".

Feb 02, 20221 hr 23 min

Episode 92: Logan Allen

Logan Allen is a rising star in Major League Baseball, currently pitching for The Cleveland Guardians. The conversation quickly steers into the direction of mindset and spirituality (shocking, I know) as Logan brings us a new book for Steve's Book Club and talks about the perspective shift he's had throughout his life.

Jan 19, 20221 hr 25 min

Episode 91: Spending Time With Yourself

In today's episode, we learn the importance of spending time with yourself. With all the distractions today, it seems like a harder and harder task to achieve. Mike breaks down the upcoming "Not My First Rodeo Tour" and the guys discuss their plans for having kids one day.

Jan 05, 202251 min

Episode 90: Finding Your Passion

In this week's episode, Mike answers a fan's question about finding your passion and discipline. Secondly, the guys get a call from YNK's only female listener and to end it, they discuss the pros and cons of Spotify from a musicians point of view.

Dec 16, 20211 hr 10 min

Episode 89: Christian Kirk

Christian Kirk is a wide receiver for the Arizona Cardinals, and is an integral part of their success this year. He talks about getting his first college offer Freshman year of high school, his time at Texas A&M, and Kilmer reminds us about the time he kidnapped a girl one time on tour back in 2014 (allegedly).

Dec 01, 20211 hr 8 min

Episode 88: Tyler Wade

Tyler Wade is a utility player for the New York Yankees. In 2019 alone he played second base, third base, shortstop, left field, and right field. The guys not only discuss what it's like playing for the Yankees, but also dive into the night everyone met at Mike's 2019 concert in Tampa.

Nov 17, 20211 hr 45 min
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