Main Street Meets Wall Street

About Main Street Meets Wall Street

Marcus is dedicated to helping "Main Street meet Wall Street." His expertise is frequently featured in global financial publications, such as The Wall Street Journal, Nasdaq, Business Insider, and Yahoo Finance, to name a few. Are you looking to master your money, understand economic headlines, and build lasting wealth? This channel is dedicated to providing clear, actionable financial education that empowers you to make smarter decisions for your future. Like and Subscribe! Join the community, ask questions, to start building the future you deserve today. #financialliteracy #Markets

Publisher

Marcus Sturdivant Sr.

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

14 Feb 2026

Latest episode

7 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

74 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   7 Oct 2026

   Main Street Meets Wall Street: The Hidden Cost of Not Talking About Money at Home Pt 1/2

   Financial stress starts long before the bills arrive - and Marcus Sturdevan Sr. shows how to stop the cycle before it starts. From the football field to financial advising, he breaks down the mindset, habits, and hard truths that turn ordinary people into financially prepared everyday warriors.John and Marcus revisit the friendship that shaped them, the discipline forged through sports, and the coaches, family members, and work experiences that taught them how to compete, persevere, and think bigger. But this conversation goes far beyond nostalgia. Marcus explains why so many families avoid money conversations, how to build a real budget, why emergency funds come before investing, and how to recognize the difference between a fiduciary and a salesperson.You'll discover: Why financial literacy is a form of self-protection The first steps to building financial stability without getting overwhelmed How life insurance fits into retirement planning and estate preparation Why most people fail with money because they never learned to talk about it What to ask before hiring a financial advisor Marcus Sturdevan Sr. is a financial advisor and founder of ABC Squared, known for making financial literacy practical, personal, and accessible. He brings the real-world playbook for budgeting, protection, investing, and building generational wealth. John is the host of the Everyday Warrior Podcast and a longtime friend and former teammate of Marcus. He brings the perspective of someone who grew up competing alongside Marcus and now works in financial services himself, helping shape the conversation around purpose, discipline, and legacy. Marcus also shares the personal turning points that shaped his mission, including the pressure of providing for his family, the lessons he learned from small business, and why he believes financial literacy can change generations. If you've ever felt behind, intimidated by investing, or unsure where to start, this conversation gives you a clear, grounded way forward.Perfect for anyone who wants to protect their family, reduce financial stress, and build a stronger future with confidence. If you're ready to think differently about money, legacy, and what it really means to win the long game, hit play.Guests 00:00 Financial Literacy Is the Cure 00:33 Welcome to the Everyday Warrior Podcast 01:38 High School Memories and Brotherhood 04:22 How Sports Built Discipline and Work Ethic 07:06 Mentors, Coaches, and Role Models 10:17 Family, Structure, and Staying on Course 13:36 The Journey to Becoming a Financial Advisor 17:52 Why Financial Literacy Matters for Families 19:55 Why So Many Families Avoid Money Conversations 24:56 Financial Literacy as Self-Protection 27:11 Building Stability: Budgeting, Debt, and Emergency Funds 29:32 Starting Early and Creating a Financial Plan 33:58 Turning Family Legacy Into Purpose 36:43 Life Insurance, Retirement, and Estate Planning 42:47 What It Means to Be an Everyday Warrior

2. 

   30 Sept 2026

   Main Street Meets Wall Street: The Billion-Dollar Business of Modern Sports LinkedIn's John Tomase

   Join Marcus Sturdivant Sr. and LinkedIn Sports Editor John Tomase on Sept 8 as they break down the Lakers sale, local TV broadcast shifts, NFL opening week economics, and the money driving fall sports.00:00 – Introduction & Welcome01:00 – On-Field Capital: Christian Gonzalez Contract & Market Resets06:26 – Roger Goodell Extension & The NFL Media Machine10:18 – Season Opener Outlook: Patriots vs. Seahawks11:42 – Alternative Assets: The $11M Shohei Ohtani Card & Collectibles Market17:00 – Multi-Billion Dollar Franchise Valuations & Ownership Shifts20:20 – The Impact of Private Equity & Analytics in Front Offices24:55 – MLB October Economics, Postseason Picks & Looming CBA Lockout28:38 – The Equity Bridge: Unrivaled Basketball & Player Ownership31:36 – Higher Education Finance: How Outside Scholarships Affect Need-Based Aid35:30 – Sports Business Journalism & Closing Thoughts📄 About This Event (Main Description Body)Sports entertainment is no longer just about wins and losses on the field—it is a rapidly evolving multi-billion-dollar asset class powered by institutional capital, media rights revolutions, and massive valuation shifts.On September 8th, host Marcus Sturdivant Sr. and LinkedIn Sports Editor John Tomase reunite for their second joint live broadcast to examine the intersection of sports, media, and capital markets.Whether you are an investor, business professional, financial advisor, or sports executive, this live stream translates complex sports business mechanics into clear, actionable insights.💡 What We’ll Cover Live:Parabolic Franchise Valuations & The Lakers Transaction: We unpack the record-shattering $12.5B Lakers sale valuation—exploring how private equity, sovereign wealth, and market momentum are reshaping pro sports as an asset class.The Death of RSNs & The Free TV Pivot: Why teams like the Charlotte Hornets are abandoning traditional regional sports networks and moving back to free over-the-air local broadcasts—and what this means for fan reach and advertising revenue models.NFL Opening Week Economics: A deep dive into the financial juggernaut of NFL kickoff—stadium economics, sports betting integration, and media dominance.MLB Playoff Push & College Football Commercialization: The business of October baseball alongside the corporate transformation of collegiate sports through NIL, super-conferences, and expanded playoff formats.Live Audience Q&A: Direct, real-time answers to your questions on sports investments, media trends, and industry strategy.

3. 

   23 Sept 2026

   Main Street Meets Wall Street: Dr. Klontz Writes Your Money Script

   Most people don’t fail at wealth because they lack financial knowledge - they fail because their money mindset sabotages every good decision. Dr. Brad Klontz reveals why the real battle for wealth happens in your subconscious, and how to stop letting FOMO, fear, and inherited money scripts wreck your future. Marcus Sturdivant Sr. sits down with Dr. Brad, the financial psychologist behind Start Thinking Rich and the creator of the “money scripts” framework, for a conversation that goes far beyond markets and returns. Dr. Brad breaks down the psychology of investing, why bubbles seduce rational people into terrible decisions, and how tribal instincts push us to buy high, sell low, and follow the crowd right off a cliff.You'll discover: Why the average living investor can underperform the average dead investor The two forces shaping your money behavior: tribal brain wiring and inherited family beliefs How to spot bubble thinking before it takes over your portfolio Why “get rich quick” is a losing strategy, especially for day traders How to use an internal locus of control to stop blaming the world and start changing your outcomes Dr. Brad also shares the story of losing money in the tech bubble, tracing his own financial habits back through family history, and explaining how trauma, scarcity, and cultural beliefs get passed down across generations. He and Marcus get into the practical side too, covering prenups, postnups, estate planning, when to outsource to experts, and why rich people value time freedom over flashy status symbols.This episode is essential listening if you’re trying to build real wealth, protect what you already have, or raise your financial game without falling for social media nonsense. If you’ve ever wondered why smart people make dumb money decisions, this conversation gives you the answer - and a way forward.Dr. Brad Klontz is a clinical psychologist, professor at Creighton University, and financial researcher known for pioneering the concept of money scripts. He is the author of Start Thinking Rich and has studied money psychology with more than 100,000 peopl

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• Ryan Faloona
• David Snyder
• James Callahan
• Derek Kinney
• Steven Davenport

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