YNK Podcast

[@mattyesque]

Foley is the definition of stepping over $100 to make $50

[@FITLIVEX]

Step over 100 to lose your soul *

[@garrettsullivan3758]

Except he has to pay back $150 lol

[@jimmyskoog]

This story is sooo crazy. Fraud, embezzlement and even money laundering? WOW. Much love for sharing this, Steve. 🤯🫶🏻

[@nick_heimbrodt]

Mike reading off all of Foley’s spending reminds me so much of the scene in Wolf of Wall Street where Jordan’s dad is reading their lunch receipts.. “26 thousand dollars on sides???” 😂😂 You’re a good man Mike. Props to you for handling it the way you have. Keep going.

[@ConnorMiller6]

frrr 😂😂😂😂😂

[@CAMMEDIAPRO]

How could someone blow an opportunity to work with mike.? That’d be the dopest opportunity to ever have.

[@EricKaie]

with all the things that went down you can truly see what kind of a person Mike is just a genuine down to earth very caring and loving person, we appreciate you Mike you are blessed in that way and every way and more blessings to come :)

[@-a3023]

Foley really neva knew and its apparent

[@dartpit]

loved this. gave it a listen on OS first. lets get Blu on a YNK soon

[@ralphpaglucca1399]

Never let someone else control your money. Ever.

[@leafsfan1796]

My respect for you to take this in stride and turn it around and make it right after hearing this has sky rocketed.. I can’t wait to hear the lows now

[@justinmatisewski1285]

I'm more upset at your Accounting/Business manager for it taking 24 months to catch onto a $800k per year expense run rate on Foley's credit card with Venmo/Paypal transactions littered all over the bank statements.

[@upkeep9703]

100% this should be fraud in itself. Fiduciary duty.

[@JohnMansfield-lv1vu]

​@upkeep9703 sadly they can try to fight it but since Foley had permission to use the card it will be hard to deem it as fraud. The bank looks at it as he had permission and it's Mike's fault for not being on top of it and still paying the credit card bill every month

[@justinmatisewski1285]

@@JohnMansfield-lv1vu 100% correct. They might have even filed a tax return under this system that was in place. No way Mike wins this lawsuit in my opinion.

[@thatupperhand]

You and your biz manager should have an agreement where if an individual charge (& total) meets a certain threshold, you have to contact me/seek my permission so that I’m aware. Even setting up basic alerts on your phone/reviewing monthly statements could’ve put a swift end to this. I keep reading what a dick Foley was to fans and there were red flags, but he must’ve had Mike completely fooled.

[@thatupperhand]

& I’m not blaming Mike. You’re busy & you’re not worried about finances, bc you trust your friends and the people you hired to keep an eye on the finances. It’s a brutal lesson to learn

[@tandykelley-pr2ss]

Seek Jesus with all your heart while he is able to be found in the land of the living. Keep going. These signs shall follow those that believe.. much love Mike. N to the boys.

[@AthletesEcho]

Crazy story, I actually became a fan during the foley times, and then I dealt with some of the product issues! Really hoping the brand keeps progressing!

[@goldrun23]

This is honestly crazier than I thought it was going to be lmao

[@anthonyfedoruk6841]

Just when you think you know someone .. you really do never know ..

[@wileyfilms]

I ordered two hoodies and two hats last October and never seen a thing. Had to be foley flying first class 😢

[@BennyJeters]

Hahaha they got your ass bruh! Hahaha

[@realslud]

Had backstage access in Nashville to your first show of the tour last year. Foley Big Leagued me when I tried to talk to him, instantly wrote him off right there. Everyone else from the Steve’s was amazing as expected. Glad you’ve gone away with the only weasel in the pack. All love Steve thanks for sharing this the right way 🤝

[@BennyJeters]

As he should have your bag isn’t different boy!

[@realslud]

@@BennyJeters what?

[@BennyJeters]

@@realslud you a bum boy and that’s why Foley wasn’t rockin’ wit you! He knew your bag wasn’t gun!

[@tmjel1]

Everybody thinks accountants are boring but this shows why it’s critical to pay for good accounting

[@ryanschmidt2101]

Just finished watching the entire podcast from start to finish. Damn, I’m speechless.

[@tornado154]

that venmo thing sounds like money laundering

[@johnzaleski8168]

Such a great story and explanation, I bought one hoodie and took me 6 months to get it. And made me stop buying and that’s no joke. But I rocked the music for sure.

[@CityFetish]

When bro said that includes Uber eats I cried laughing

[@vtgkc138]

Always felt the SR Roley wasnt Steves idea lol

[@cemoney365]

This would be a very rough situation to have to deal with. It should be said that through everything, Jon, Blue, Versace should be greatly appreciated for being the best they can in their respective roles and standing by you and building with you. Salute to the real ones

[@izaksmith63]

We will always rock with you Mike. Much love! Keep going!

[@adamdanmusic]

Foley is the Steiny of Nelk

[@G.O.81]

Went to the show in boulder yearssss ago with my white friends and bought a ‘for the homies~friends’ shirt. Foley was running the table and I couldn’t explain the vibe I got without watching this video. Proud of the moves y’all have made in the midst

[@NickLAnderson]

My heart goes out to you mike. Wow. I'm glad you're all ok. Congrats on all the successes and goodluck with all your endeavors! I'm praying for the best for everyone, for real. 💯🖤🙏🏼

[@mxttyhxcks]

pretty good inspiration for the lows 😎

[@fredleclairmusic]

Lots of good life lessons on this episode. Thanks for sharing Mike.

[@ericweist.]

Been listening since 2011 Steve and I know how genuine you are and care about the fan. Keep ppl in check and thank you for not giving up! Much love💪🏼

[@Ty-ho8vx]

That chrome hearts shirt from the Rodman video was definitely in that 8k purchase 😂

[@andrefrontier4017]

Sorry this happened to you brudda, ur probably the most pure artist I listen to. Hope everything works out on the legal side. Looking forward to supporting SR for the vision u created.

[@lukasevans8931]

Brother I’ve been listening to you since 2013 ish and you’ve always been a favorite. Your vibe is really a strong one in my life. I’m glad I listened to this. Lifelong Steve.

[@LevelsMotivation]

Ofcourse accountability is a thing and certain amount of blame has to be taken, but at the same time and most importantly, Don't mentally punish yourself for being a good person and believing in people. Your whole fan base has known the type person that you have been since the beginning. Youve inspired a lot of us. We appreciate the transparencies that way we can continue to grow with you. Keep doing you brother, bigger bump then usual, but still just a bump on your long road of spiritual and financial success.

[@ArmyBryan_63]

I am very sorry for ur hard work to be taken for granted and used for someone u took in as family to fuck up. Your story needs to be a warning for every entrepreneur.

[@FullysFlips]

This is 100% the best way to handle this. Fans deserve to know what’s going on, and ultimately will restore confidence for people who stopped supporting SR due to the issues mentioned. Good stuff fellas, happy things are looking up now that the bleeding has been stopped!

[@HustleWithHeathy]

Been wondering for a while why it said 'blowing deals' on the live version of like blood, makes sense now what a cowboy.

[@its.wardyy]

Jon Kilmer.. what a best friend. The opportunity to work in Mike’s team would be a tidal wave fr

[@carolinareapers6196]

Only thing I don’t understand is how it took two years to notice how rampant the spending was. If you guys were paying the bills each month how did it take so long to realize he was spending that kind of money

[@carson911]

This is what happens when you’re boozing and partying too much. It doesn’t make any sense.

[@Bobby101.]

i mean if you actually watch the pod he explains everything and takes accountability for it bru

[@BennyJeters]

Yeah this is Mike’s fault as much as it was as big fat boy. No way you don’t catch it. Also weird dude is talking about pending legal case this openly. Something is up.

[@drewske88]

been a fan since 2013 man, all will come together time will tell all! all will prevail man! just know be the best you and man you will always win

[@GoodxJ]

Much love mike. Keep going! There’s always a blessing on the other side of a perceived setback! Salute and respect ✊🏼 ✌️🙏🏻🥂💪🏁🌊

[@Manfredo420]

Everyone is the hero of their own story

[@Forevermade32]

I’ve never heard of these guys before this and I watched the whole thing super entertaining but sad that someone you trusted would do that to you. You’ve earned a new fan

[@AlecColon]

Let’s go Steve. We’re rockin with the team, so stoked for the new shit

[@sqrlgrl]

You'll get through this stronger on the other end! Thanks for sharing

[@Eric-jx4ti]

Damn you rarely get an opportunity like this from someone Mike you are right you gave that guy a layup and he fumbled the bag I wish I had an opportunity to that magnitude I would be so grateful

[@hotshothaulers]

He was in fact not in Nashville closing deals

[@brandenm18]

steves going crazy in 2023-24! we rocking through this.. I bounce back, not the check, you can cash that.., uhyuready!

[@drewske88]

MORALS AND RESPECT AT THE END OF THE DAY MUCH LOVE EVEY STEVE OUT THERE

[@FrostedClarinet]

It all makes sense lmao I remember I won a contest and was supposed to get merch, and tix to a Toronto show, and I was told to DM Foley. Bro never answered me. Big sad. Glad he’s gone

[@JakeShula]

get this man his merch ASAP

[@jahfromda919_2]

This is mikes fault I feel bad for him but like he said himself.. accountability

[@jaybrack7272]

100%… it’s your company, he’s literally trying to save his own ass.

[@CAMMEDIAPRO]

When you put someone in charge of something you expect them to adhere to common sense. It’s common sense to know not to blow company’s money on bullshit. & especially use someone else’s money to flex on the gram. Especially someone who’s been rolling with you, like it’s more about having respect for the dude that gave you an opportunity. And using your brain not blowing money that’s not yours. Mike trusted the dude and was betrayed. Jon’s not going around blowing money on stupid shit. So to say it’s mikes fault is absurd when you look at the big picture of the situation.

[@CAMMEDIAPRO]

I worked for my friend and he trusted me and gave me a company card and never did I ever have the thought to use that card to buy designer clothes, fake teeth, luxury rentals. it’s common sense 😂 also having morals. Foley has no morals or respect for himself or anyone else and that’s all by his actions that tells us this.

[@roadrageglobal]

​@@CAMMEDIAPROFoley did bad, has no morals, stole etc. But it is also still mikes fault for allowing him to run wild like that. Both can be true at the same time. Mike clearly has acknowledged the mistake of trusting Foley kicked him out and is righting the wrongs made. It's not Mike's fault in a bad way. It's Mike fault meaning when he realizes where he went wrong he can fix that. It's important to take responsibility that's how you fix stuff

[@BennyJeters]

Agree. 100% his fault. Talks of accountability then goes and cries for two hours detailing HIS negligence. I could see a month, but how you don’t notice like a year of that is wild. Also dude talking about open a potential legal case this openly is wild too,

[@hypegawdzilla6441]

@1:50 this is how i was. Placed an order, never got it. Definitely had me salty. But i still listened to you. This makes a lot of sense. Karma is a mother...

[@BennyJeters]

Hahaha got ripped off and still bumpski’d haha you a cuck hype!

[@steviestencil]

Good will prevail and the truth will set you free stay solid out there steve KEEP GOING! ✌🏽

[@sibusoboetiehadebe]

This is crazy both legally and friendship wise, very eye-opening. Fuck foley honestly, the ethics and embezzlement are beyond outta pocket.

[@mediaxmarketing4631]

most of those expenses are also not deductible for tax purposes, which is why the accounting firm was flagging certain expenses, the rest were being moved to a draw account probably in your name. that means not only did he fuck your in terms of stealing money, but also owe the IRS more in taxes.

[@ericwackowski7747]

This was crazy. Bro just keep going man!!! On a brighter note if you are in Nashville you and Upchurch need to get together. With what’s happened to you and him you all could probably make some crazy music. His family screwed him and he’s finally coming out the backside of it. Mike. and Upchurch could literally be one crazy ass collaboration!!!

[@TBrettzky13]

Said hi to him at a concert and he looked like he was disgusted we even talked to him. Also when he said his cha-cha clothing line was for higher class people, I immediately felt alarmed that he would even say that based on the Steves history

[@drewske88]

real friends are hard to come by for real! best of luck much love, 4 the REAL HOMIES!!!

[@5dollrftlongXD]

I've enjoyed being a steve and part of the journey. Keepgoing.

[@ryankaeser8082]

When I bought merch on the last tour in Philly I thought I was supporting Mike not paying for uber eats for fat Foley

[@FITLIVEX]

Foley needs to listen to the brute space “the pits of fake it til you make it” asap

[@drewske88]

IM A 88 BABY SO MAN IT ALL ABOUT EVOLVING MAN I FEELING OLD AS HELL BUT LIFE IS GOOD! THANKS TO THE STEVES

[@williamgatsby6449]

I’m glad I watched this. I lost hope during this nonsense, felt like Steve’s didn’t care. LFG.

[@BPinShorts]

This is a swift kick to the ball bag…good thing you’re an ex-baseball player bc most ppl wouldn’t know how to deal with this. Ride the wave baby. So sorry he did you like this but we all know you’ll keep going & evolve #HeyHowAreYa

[@zachmiller5485]

Hearing this as an educator living on my salary makes me sick lol.

[@Aaron-fb1pq]

Damn, Foley was getting hooks with the merch money.

[@Eric-jx4ti]

Bro you are such a cool respectful respectable humble guy I really just gained so much more respect than I already had for you bro and I didn’t even know that was possible btw woosah is such a fuckin vibe bro it’s a shame someone could do this to you after giving them a lay up of an opportunity…

[@bryceradcliffe8835]

This is so crazy. Keep ya head up Steve. You the man, sorry this shit show went down brotha

[@littlespoon187]

I have been rocking with you since you had a t.v. show years and years ago bro

[@legoat594]

Can’t even make this shit up 😂 foley really threw away 10 years of friendship away smh

[@Wundermusic12]

I can be the next version of Foley. Put me in coach, I'm ready to play. I got the music to go with the ethos

[@brendanr4502]

The disrespect here is on an absolutely insane level.

[@TeeKurr_Golf]

Damn Mike. You deserved better. Material possessions do NOT define a person, and I think I can speak for most here that 1:08:44 is EXACTLY why we all love ya 🤣🤣 keep goin' in them trenches Mike, and F*** Foley's Tummy. 1:02:17

[@tnygmusic]

Here for it

[@JustinStoneMusic]

The send back shit on Venmo is crazy

[@thomasfitzgerald4923]

Buddys going to the slammer 🤣🤣

[@fiya_king1234]

Mike, when you were taking about learning about your spirituality and things if that nature where did you start?

[@drewske88]

SHOUTING OUT FROM DALLAS TEXAS!!

[@G.O.81]

Steve and Drizzy need a bigger moment ✨

[@datnorte17]

Met you guys at a show in Reno a while back. Foley sold me a shirt and then tweeted about me cuz I asked a question about Drake lol. Kinda got the vibes he was a douche since then. Ps. You signed my now wife’s ass and her and I have been fans of yours since before then. I was the big dude in the Seguin Bruins jersey.

[@dommcfadden6271]

Truth always comes out

[@maggiekeenan303]

Finish strong!

[@ralphpaglucca1399]

Ive watched this whole interview and you can see how upset Mike is. His mannerisms, his leg shaking and voice cracking. Hard to watch someone get hurt like this. Heyll come out on top. I dont know a lot about him but im routing for him 🤘🏻

[@drewske88]

truth is man you gotta be more closed off cus its a dirty world out there keep your circle small and close and ake sure everyone is real! much love ITS ALL ABOUT MORALS AND RESPECT 100$!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@dickflair639]

How is anyone still riding with Foley? i see ernest still comments on his IG weird behavior

[@codytentis9909]

I was wondering the same thing..

[@johnfisherman2859]

two sides to every story steve

[@Schrisdontmiss]

I went to college with his fiancé….huge b

[@ryanconfer9468]

Time to buy some merch

[@samcolligan2]

Damn, dream opportunity for a Designer. Buddy lost in the sauce

[@BellagiosBangers]

29:35 dam Koda was getting the blame game 😢😢😢😢

[@dcrossi2655]

His (ex) girlfriend would split the bill for dinner and he paid with ur card and she would cash app him half...greedy mf!

[@KingYanoFPS]

Steve, not gonna lie.. I unsubbed to OS and stop buying merch because of the issues with not getting shit.. good to know moving forward

[@PlanetGold-t9s]

I rmr years ago I became a fan and wanted to help Mike run his e-commerce stuff. I tried so hard a couple Times he told me to email foley… that went nowhere. Than I would just relentlessly dm him and he finally answered and I told him How his site is ass and how I could level him Up. Dude posts on his story “looking for someoen to help with the website” after our talk. 😂 that’s when I deleted the dude and said f him. Since then I’ve scaled countless e-commerce brands of mine including two to 7 figures from scratch. Meanwhile this dude was getting scammed by his right hand man. Oh wow i wonder how much better his shit woulda gone had he let me help

[@youtubeaccount1815]

Curious but what are your profits

[@ryankaeser8082]

Never liked him since his first debut on Tourings Boring. He missed the best opportunity of his life. Live and Learn on the steve's end onto better things. SR will be 1000x better now

[@BigHuskFPS]

To the future 🍻

[@codydarley2124]

I GIVE AND THEY GET THEN THEY RUN AROUND TOWN BEATIN THEY CHEST LIKE THEY FORGET

[@willhunter2271]

Can’t wait for the Foley diss track

[@johnfisherman2859]

2:33 shoutout Ed Bassmaster LOL

[@BellagiosBangers]

Ben is 25 yo man still super young tbh

[@tjnessy8983]

Just saying those Rolex’s were 🔥🔥🔥

[@malishaguerrier]

Yeah Mike you better than me, cause ain’t no way, it’s one thing to not know where the money but to know what’s happening and LET it continue for years, especially when Foley didn’t show any accountability. Like he knows what he’s doing and you letting it happening some more. Oh no absolutely not, no friendship is worth messing up my business.

[@BennyJeters]

Prob why you don’t got no bidness!

[@milesjbuergin]

What a shitshow. Glad you're sticking with your principles, Mike.