Radio and TV host Mike Broomhead sits down with The Elevated Hope Project to talk about the mentors who shaped him, the brother he lost, and why earning a young person's respect matters more than any lecture. From a father-absent childhood and a GED to leadership in the trades and a media career, Mike shares honest lessons on discipline, community, and second chances. We dig into school choice, parental involvement, the social cost of tech, and how coaches and teachers can turn rebellion into leadership. If you work with at-risk students, are raising teens, or simply believe every kid has a diamond inside, this conversation will encourage you to keep mining.

Proudly sponsored by Elevated Education, serving at-risk students through EastPointe High School, Elevated Academy, and Accelerated Learning Center.

Timestamps

• 0:00 – Introduction to the Elevated Hope Project

• 1:55 – Mike Broomhead's Background and Career Journey

• 4:46 – Early Life and Education

• 14:00 – Transition to the Trades and Leadership

• 27:21 – Impact of Family and Community

• 30:59 – Transition to Media and Advocacy

• 39:36 – Challenges and Opportunities in Education

• 39:52 – Personal Reflections and Future Goals

• 41:10 – Impact of Technology and Social Interaction

• 41:23 – Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks

• 43:05 – School Days and Community

• 1:05:04 – Human Interaction and Relationships

• 1:06:44 – Teamwork and Vulnerability

• 1:08:47 – Modern Distractions and Isolation

• 1:12:02 – Positive Influences and Resilience