In this powerful episode of The Mike Litton Experience, Mike Litton sits down with mayoral leader John Franklin for an unfiltered conversation on crime, homelessness, public safety, and the future of local government.

John Franklin shares his front-line experience tackling some of California’s toughest challenges—overcrowded jails, repeat offenders, rising retail theft, and the growing homelessness crisis. He breaks down the real-world impact of criminal justice reforms, explains why enforcement and accountability matter, and outlines his vision for restoring safety, common sense, and compassion in our communities.

Viewers will gain insight into:

• The realities behind jail overcrowding and law enforcement challenges
• Why some policies may be failing communities
• Solutions for homelessness, addiction, and public safety
• The economic impact of crime and taxation on families
• John Franklin’s leadership philosophy and commitment to reform

John Franklin also highlights his accomplishments, including advocating for stronger public safety policies, supporting Proposition 36, expanding shelter and rehabilitation access, and working to restore balance between enforcement and compassion.

If you care about safer communities, effective leadership, and honest conversations about today’s biggest issues, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

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Welcome to The Mike Litton Experience Podcast!
Mike is passionate about being a father, a teacher, a Realtor, an investor and a leader! Everyone has a story and our passion is to help them tell it! We never want you to miss an episode, so please be sure to subscribe. Could we ask you for two quick favors? If you like our program, please tell a friend. Wherever you get your podcasts please leave us a rating. It helps us to connect with quality people just like you! Reach out to Mike on Instagram @themikelittonexperience.
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In this powerful episode of The Mike Litton Experience, Mike sits down with legendary sports agent Leigh Steinberg to explore one of the most important issues in sports today—player safety and brain health.

Known as a pioneer in athlete representation and the real-life inspiration behind Jerry Maguire, Leigh Steinberg shares his decades-long mission to bring awareness to concussions, CTE, and long-term neurological risks in football and other collision sports. Long before the topic became mainstream, Steinberg was leading the charge—hosting the first concussion conference in 1994 and advocating for player health when few others would.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• The early warning signs and long-term dangers of repeated head trauma
• How Steinberg helped spark change within the NFL and beyond
• The science behind CTE, concussions, and brain recovery
• Breakthrough treatments like neuroplasticity, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and more
• Why youth sports safety is more important than ever
• The mission and impact of the Leigh Steinberg Foundation

This conversation is a must-watch for athletes, parents, coaches, and anyone who cares about the future of sports and player wellbeing.

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Welcome to The Mike Litton Experience Podcast!
Mike is passionate about being a father, a teacher, a Realtor, an investor and a leader! Everyone has a story and our passion is to help them tell it! We never want you to miss an episode, so please be sure to subscribe. Could we ask you for two quick favors? If you like our program, please tell a friend. Wherever you get your podcasts please leave us a rating. It helps us to connect with quality people just like you! Reach out to Mike on Instagram @themikelittonexperience.
Thank you for joining us for The Mike Litton Experience!

Who you work with matters and we would be honored to interview with you or anyone you know to sell your home! If you have questions, please reach out text or call 760-522-1227. Thank you! #livinginsandiego, #movingtosandiego, #themikelittonexperience, #homesforsaleinsandiego, #mikelitton, #sellahomeinsandiego, #buyahomeinsandiego, #toptipstogetthebestoffer #themikelittonexperience

In this powerful episode of The Mike Litton Experience, Mike sits down with Ben Owen—founder, community leader, and living testament to the power of redemption and purpose.

Ben shares his deeply personal journey from addiction, incarceration, and homelessness to becoming a force for good through organizations like We Fight Monsters and Flanders Fields. What started as a battle for survival turned into a mission to serve others—transforming lives, restoring neighborhoods, and creating ripple effects that extend far beyond Memphis, Tennessee.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• How Ben overcame addiction and rebuilt his life from rock bottom

• The mindset shift that changed everything

• The real impact of serving others and giving back

• How community revitalization creates generational change

• Why small acts of kindness can literally save lives

Ben’s work has helped combat human trafficking, support veterans, restore communities, and provide hope to those who need it most. His story is raw, real, and incredibly inspiring.

Whether you’re facing challenges, searching for purpose, or looking to make an impact—this episode will move you.

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Welcome to The Mike Litton Experience Podcast!
Mike is passionate about being a father, a teacher, a Realtor, an investor and a leader! Everyone has a story and our passion is to help them tell it! We never want you to miss an episode, so please be sure to subscribe. Could we ask you for two quick favors? If you like our program, please tell a friend. Wherever you get your podcasts please leave us a rating. It helps us to connect with quality people just like you! Reach out to Mike on Instagram @themikelittonexperience.
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In this powerful episode of The Mike Litton Experience, host Mike Litton sits down with Alan Northcutt to uncover a remarkable life story filled with courage, resilience, and purpose.

From flying 181 combat missions in Vietnam as a Marine Corps F-4 fighter pilot to building a 60-year career on Wall Street, Alan shares the lessons that shaped his journey. He opens up about pivotal life moments—including personal struggles in the 1980s that inspired him to write his heartfelt book, The Legend of Christmas.

Discover how a simple Christmas story about “Ugly the Moose” carries powerful messages about belonging, service, and finding your purpose. This episode is packed with wisdom on leadership, perseverance, and creating a meaningful legacy.

What you’ll gain from this episode:

• Real-life lessons from a Vietnam combat pilot

• Insights from decades in finance and leadership

• Inspiration to find your purpose and make an impact

• A heartwarming story behind a future Christmas classic

If you’re inspired by stories of resilience and success, make sure to subscribe to The Mike Litton Experience for more incredible conversations with leaders, entrepreneurs, and storytellers.

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Welcome to The Mike Litton Experience Podcast!
Mike is passionate about being a father, a teacher, a Realtor, an investor and a leader! Everyone has a story and our passion is to help them tell it! We never want you to miss an episode, so please be sure to subscribe. Could we ask you for two quick favors? If you like our program, please tell a friend. Wherever you get your podcasts please leave us a rating. It helps us to connect with quality people just like you! Reach out to Mike on Instagram @themikelittonexperience.
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In this powerful episode of The Mike Litton Experience, host Mike Litton sits down with legendary sports agent Leigh Steinberg to explore the art of negotiation, the realities of NFL free agency, and the groundbreaking concept behind MD Envoy—an agency designed to represent physicians the way elite athletes are represented.

Often called the real-life inspiration behind the movie Jerry Maguire, Leigh Steinberg has negotiated over $4 billion in athlete contracts and represented more than 300 professional athletes, including numerous No. 1 overall NFL draft picks. His client list has included some of the biggest names in football, and his influence has shaped the modern sports agency industry.

In this episode, Leigh shares insights from decades of experience representing elite athletes and explains how the same principles of representation, negotiation, and personal advocacy can help physicians thrive in today’s healthcare system.

You’ll learn why negotiating your own contract can be risky, how successful negotiators remove emotion from the process, and why relationships and trust are the true foundation of long-term success in business and life.

Mike and Leigh also break down the economics of National Football League free agency, the impact of the salary cap, and how the franchise tag affects players seeking long-term security.

Whether you’re a professional, entrepreneur, athlete, or someone who wants to improve their negotiation skills, this episode delivers practical wisdom from one of the most respected agents in sports history.

• Why professionals often struggle negotiating their own contracts
• The psychology behind successful negotiation
• How humility can lead people to undervalue themselves
• The importance of trust and long-term relationships in business
• Inside the business of NFL free agency and franchise tags
• How MD Envoy is transforming representation for physicians
• Lessons from representing elite athletes for over four decades

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Welcome to The Mike Litton Experience Podcast!
Mike is passionate about being a father, a teacher, a Realtor, an investor and a leader! Everyone has a story and our passion is to help them tell it! We never want you to miss an episode, so please be sure to subscribe. Could we ask you for two quick favors? If you like our program, please tell a friend. Wherever you get your podcasts please leave us a rating. It helps us to connect with quality people just like you! Reach out to Mike on Instagram @themikelittonexperience.
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In this powerful episode of The Mike Litton Experience, host Mike Litton sits down with Herb Morgan, successful entrepreneur, asset management executive, and candidate for California State Controller, for an in-depth conversation about leadership, accountability, and the future of California.

Herb Morgan shares his remarkable journey—from building and selling his asset management firm to Cantor Fitzgerald, to dedicating his next chapter to public service and financial accountability in government. With decades of experience in finance and business leadership, Herb brings a unique perspective on how transparency, responsible budgeting, and innovation can help improve outcomes for citizens.

During the conversation, Mike and Herb discuss:

• What inspired Herb to run for California State Controller
• His experience building a successful business from the ground up
• The challenges facing small businesses in California
• Why financial transparency and accountability matter in government
• How technology and data could help reduce waste, fraud, and abuse
• The importance of leadership, service, and solutions in public life

Herb also outlines his vision for bringing “radical transparency” to government finances and explains how real-time oversight could help restore trust and ensure taxpayer dollars are used effectively.

If you’re interested in entrepreneurship, leadership, public policy, and meaningful solutions, this episode delivers powerful insights and thoughtful conversation.

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In this powerful episode of The Mike Litton Experience, host Mike Litton sits down with legendary sports agent Leigh Steinberg, widely known as the real-life inspiration behind the iconic sports film Jerry Maguire.

Steinberg is one of the most influential agents in sports history, representing hundreds of professional athletes and dozens of first-round NFL draft picks while helping shape the modern sports agency industry. In this conversation, he shares insights from his powerful memoir The Comeback, reflecting on his journey through incredible professional success, personal challenges, and an inspiring path to redemption.

Viewers will gain unique insight into:

• The rise of one of the most successful sports agents in history

• The mindset needed to build a legacy in professional sports

• How adversity can lead to growth and transformation

• Leadership lessons from representing elite athletes

• The importance of purpose, integrity, and second chances

Leigh Steinberg’s story is a masterclass in resilience, leadership, and reinvention. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, sports fan, aspiring agent, or someone seeking inspiration for your own comeback, this episode delivers powerful lessons you won’t want to miss.

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Welcome to The Mike Litton Experience Podcast!
Mike is passionate about being a father, a teacher, a Realtor, an investor and a leader! Everyone has a story and our passion is to help them tell it! We never want you to miss an episode, so please be sure to subscribe. Could we ask you for two quick favors? If you like our program, please tell a friend. Wherever you get your podcasts please leave us a rating. It helps us to connect with quality people just like you! Reach out to Mike on Instagram @themikelittonexperience.
Thank you for joining us for The Mike Litton Experience!

Who you work with matters and we would be honored to interview with you or anyone you know to sell your home! If you have questions, please reach out text or call 760-522-1227. Thank you! #livinginsandiego, #movingtosandiego, #themikelittonexperience, #homesforsaleinsandiego, #mikelitton, #sellahomeinsandiego, #buyahomeinsandiego, #toptipstogetthebestoffer #themikelittonexperience

In this powerful episode of The Mike Litton Experience, Mike sits down with entrepreneur and model manager Tina Rattigan, founder of Propel Models, to explore her incredible journey from Jamaica to building a purpose-driven modeling agency in the United States.

Tina shares her inspiring story of resilience—growing up in Jamaica, moving to the U.S. at 21, navigating cultural shifts, overcoming personal challenges, and ultimately launching Propel Models with a mission to protect, mentor, and elevate talent in the modeling industry.

After witnessing firsthand the gaps in model representation—especially through her daughter’s international modeling experience—Tina redefined what leadership in fashion should look like. Today, she leads with integrity, strong boundaries, and a deep commitment to guiding models mentally, emotionally, and professionally.

In this episode, viewers will discover:

• The power of resilience and reinvention
• Why boundaries are essential in leadership and business
• Behind-the-scenes truths about the modeling industry
• How to build a purpose-driven company from experience
• What it takes to protect and propel young talent globally
• Lessons in entrepreneurship, motherhood, and vision

Tina Rattigan is not just building a modeling agency—she’s building confidence, strength, and sustainable careers.

If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, creative professional, model, parent, or leader, this conversation will challenge and inspire you.

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Welcome to The Mike Litton Experience Podcast!
Mike is passionate about being a father, a teacher, a Realtor, an investor and a leader! Everyone has a story and our passion is to help them tell it! We never want you to miss an episode, so please be sure to subscribe. Could we ask you for two quick favors? If you like our program, please tell a friend. Wherever you get your podcasts please leave us a rating. It helps us to connect with quality people just like you! Reach out to Mike on Instagram @themikelittonexperience.
Thank you for joining us for The Mike Litton Experience!

Who you work with matters and we would be honored to interview with you or anyone you know to sell your home! If you have questions, please reach out text or call 760-522-1227. Thank you! #livinginsandiego, #movingtosandiego, #themikelittonexperience, #homesforsaleinsandiego, #mikelitton, #sellahomeinsandiego, #buyahomeinsandiego, #toptipstogetthebestoffer #themikelittonexperience