My Parents! Mona and Gary | The Sage Steele Show

A Legacy of Love, Faith & Resilience | Sage Steele's Conversation with Her Parents What happens when a celebrated broadcaster sits down with the two people who shaped her life the most? In this deeply personal and moving episode, Sage Steele invites her parents, Mona and Gary Steele, into the spotlight for an honest, humorous, and emotional conversation about their 50+ year journey through love, adversity, and the power of family. 🎙️ Episode Highlights: 💑 How It All Began: The charming (and hilarious) story of how Mona and Gary first met in 1970—including green velvet pants, a party at West Point, and a memorable lemon squeeze. 🌍 Overcoming Obstacles: The couple candidly discusses the challenges of their interracial marriage and Mona's family's initial resistance—and how faith and persistence won in the end. ✈️ Life on the Move: From deployment to relocation, they reflect on the highs and hardships of raising a family while navigating the demands of military life. 🙌 Unbreakable Values: A touching tribute to faith, legacy, and commitment, as they reveal the values that held their marriage together for over five decades. ❤️ A Daughter’s Gratitude: Sage gets vulnerable about the impact her parents have had on her career, her confidence, and her outlook on life—and thanks them for always believing in her. About Mona and Gary Steele: A trailblazer and proud veteran, Gary Steele made history as the first Black varsity football player at West Point. He went on to serve with distinction in the U.S. Army, eventually rising to the rank of Colonel. His life has been defined by honor, resilience, and leadership—both on and off the field. He is also a devoted husband to Mona Steele, a former flight attendant whose grace and strength have anchored their family through every chapter of life. 🎧 Whether you're navigating marriage, family, or simply craving wisdom from a life well-lived, this conversation offers laughs, tears, and timeless lessons for every generation. #thesagesteeleshow #sagesteele #FamilyLegacy #InterracialLove #MilitaryFamily #SageSteele #GarySteele #MarriageGoals #FaithAndFamily #PodcastLife #HeartfeltConversation #WestPointPride #BlackExcellence #veteranvoices Subscribe to the Channel for more Podcasts like this! Listen to the Show on all Podcast Apps "The Sage Steele Show" https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sage-steele-show/id1737682826 Follow Sage: https://www.youtube.com/@TheSageSteeleShow https://www.sagesteele.com https://x.com/sagesteele https://www.instagram.com/sagesteele https://www.tiktok.com/@officialsagesteele https://rumble.com/c/SageSteeleProductions

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