Steve Harris

Thirty-four years ago, my wife and I received surprising news: we were expecting triplets. What followed was one of the most exhausting, joyful, overwhelming, and memorable seasons of our lives. In this solo episode, I share stories from those early years of raising triplets, including sleepless nights, the legendary "car seat theater" survival strategy, and the countless people who helped our family along the way. Looking back, what stands out most isn't the chaos. It's the kindness. The friend who shared an idea. The family member who stepped in to help. The people who made a difficult season just a little easier. Sometimes the most important life lessons aren't learned in dramatic moments. They're learned through the quiet generosity of ordinary people. In this episode: What it's really like raising triplets The challenges and joys of parenting multiples Why community matters during difficult seasons A simple parenting survival trick called "car seat theater" The people who helped shape our family's story Lessons about gratitude, family, and receiving help If you've ever been through a season that felt overwhelming, this episode is a reminder that we rarely make it through alone. Grandpa Channel Grandpa Channel explores one question: What did life teach you the hard way? Each week, Rivers sits down with thoughtful guests - and occasionally shares personal stories - about the lessons that can only be learned through experience. Because what a lifetime reveals can steady another. #parenting #raisingtriplets #familylife #lifelessons #gratitude #community #grandpachannel #storytelling #parenthood #familystories

What is the meaning to life? For Rivers, the answer showed up unexpectedly one Saturday morning on the way to his grandsons’ football games. A man sitting cross-legged on the side of the road. A cardboard sign that read: “Anything would help.” A quiet prompting that felt inconvenient to follow. And a simple phrase that turned a passing interaction into something difficult to forget: “Thanks, family.” In this reflective solo episode, Rivers wrestles honestly with hypocrisy, compassion, faith, and the tension many of us feel when confronted with human need. Not from a place of certainty or moral superiority, but from the perspective of someone still learning how to see people more clearly. This conversation explores: Why the small moments often reveal the biggest truths The quiet struggle between convenience and compassion What faith looks like in ordinary interruptions Why humility changes the way we see other people The idea that we may all be “fellow beggars” in one way or another How life’s meaning is often revealed through simple human encounters If you’ve ever wondered: What is the purpose in life? Why is life so hard? How does God speak to us? What does faith actually look like in everyday life? Where can meaning still be found in a noisy world? …this episode sits gently inside those questions instead of trying to rush past them. Memorable Line “We are family. He is my brother.” About Grandpa Channel Grandpa Channel is a storytelling podcast exploring one question: What did life teach you the hard way? Through reflective conversations and personal confessions, we gather the kind of wisdom that only time, loss, endurance, forgiveness, and faith can reveal. Because sometimes what a lifetime reveals can steady another.

What if your most meaningful Christmas gift came from a convicted felon? In this deeply personal episode of The Grandpa Channel , Steve "Rivers" Harris recounts the unraveling of his life during the 2009 holiday season: financial collapse, family stress, deep spiritual discouragement—and the surprising moment of peace that arrived through a tattooed, soulful, gospel-loving inmate named Moses. This story is a powerful reminder that God sees us, loves us, and often sends help through the most unexpected people. You’ll hear about: The triplet car crash that triggered a shame spiral What volunteering in maximum security jail taught Steve about grace The most profound prayer he’s ever heard (and why he cried through the whole thing) The mysterious power of peace, even when it seems God is silent A special message of hope for this Christmas season PLUS: A shoutout to Planted Media for helping grandpas record their life stories on video — check them out at plantedmediaco.com and mention “Rivers” for a Grandpa Channel discount! STEAL OUR BEST PLAYS: 10 Ways to Powerfully Connect With Your Grandkids, Free guide here!

Welcome back to the Grandpa Channel — where grandpas share stories, grandkids get curious, and legacy lives on. In this special Thanksgiving episode, Rivers (Steve Harris) shares a deeply personal story — one that’s equal parts vulnerable, redemptive, and quietly powerful. Born with a cleft lip in 1955, Steve spent years undergoing surgeries and orthodontic work. But it wasn’t until a chance encounter during his mission in Finland — with a little girl on a cold October day — that all of his mother’s teachings about gratitude came flooding in. This episode isn’t just a story about scars or surgeries. It’s about emotional breakthroughs. The kind that reshape how we see the world — and our place in it. In this episode: How Steve’s mom taught him gratitude with relentless kindness His fear of learning a foreign language — and how he overcame it The exact moment he “melted into a pool of gratitude” A gentle challenge to reflect on your life’s turning points Whether you’re a grandparent, parent, or simply someone reflecting on your own path — this story will stick with you long after the episode ends.

In this episode, host Mike Shanley sits down with Steve Harris, Vice President for Defense and Intelligence at the Professional Services Council (PSC). Drawing on his decades of experience in government, including at the Defense Security Cooperation Agency, Steve shares insights on how PSC bridges industry and government to strengthen the defense industrial base. They discuss: How associations like PSC help government and industry collaborate effectively Why acquisition reform, industrial base capacity, and AI-energy alignment are top priorities for 2025 What attendees can expect at PSC's 7th Annual Defense Conference on October 30th, including featured speakers and panel highlights Practical advice for how government and industry leaders can make the most of conferences and build meaningful connections Whether you're a government professional, a large defense prime, or a small business entering the federal market, this episode offers practical perspective on how PSC drives engagement, advocacy, and insight across the defense sector. RESOURCES: PSC Defense Conference - Registration Link: https://defense.pscouncil.org/ PSC Defense Conference - Link to Sponsors: https://defense.pscouncil.org/sponsors Learn more about PSC: https://www.pscouncil.org/psc PSC Vision Conference - December 1 -3, 2025: https://vision.pscouncil.org/ Connect with Steve Harris on LinkedIn: / steve-harris-vp Connect with Mike Shanley on LinkedIn: / gov-market-growth BIO: Steve Harris, Vice President of Defense and Intelligence, PSC Steve Harris became Vice President for Defense and Intelligence at the Professional Services Council (PSC) on June 9, 2025. He brings more than 28 years of federal service, including positions at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Defense (DoD), along with extensive expertise in interagency collaboration, public-private partnerships, international policy, and acquisition. Before joining PSC, Harris was a member of the Senior Executive Service (SES) and served as the Deputy

Everyone’s got a flub they’ll never forget. In this solo episode, Rivers (aka Steve Harris) shares the time he thought he was major league-bound... until he airmailed a ball into right field and watched his coach hurl a mitt into the fence. It’s a story about confidence, embarrassment, and the kind of failures you don’t edit out—because they end up being the ones you remember. If you’ve ever wanted to disappear after a public mistake (or you’ve had a coach throw something in your general direction), this one’s for you. The lesson? Don’t try to be cool when you’ve still got the ball in your hand. And whatever happens... Move on, baby. Move on. Hosted by: Steve Harris (aka “Rivers”) Episode type: Grandpa Channel Micro-Episode Theme: Imperfect memories, confidence, learning to recover In this episode: – A teenage pitcher with big league dreams – One unforgettable overthrown ball – A mitt, a fence, and a lesson in humility – Why messing up in front of people is a rite of passage – What to do when you're embarrassed beyond reason Interested in recording your life story? Reach out to Planted Media Co & tell them that Rivers sent you for a nice little Grandpa Channel discount Quote to remember: “I didn’t mean to look like an idiot, but I was. You learn to move on, baby. Move on.”

Welcome to The Grandpa Channel —where legacy isn’t something you leave behind, it’s something you live right now. This isn’t just another podcast. It’s a movement. Calling all grandfathers everywhere to show up with purpose, pass on what matters, and tell the stories only they can tell. Hosted by a Steve Harrris aka Rivers (what his grandkids call him), this trailer is your first taste of the humor, heart, and holy ground of modern grandfatherhood. You’ve got more to give. Let’s go out with a bang, not a thud. Subscribe now—your grandkids are listening.

On this episode of Created for More, the podcast, I have an amazing conversation on life and business with the highly sought-after Life coach, Management Consultant, Business Accelerator & Author, Steve Harris. Steve is regarded as one of Africa’s leading Business Coaches and believes everyone is essentially a salesperson. He shares vulnerably about his life’s journey and how finding a great mentor helped him to become, do and have more. This episode will encourage you to stay true to the process that births your more. Key Highlights: How finding his mentor led to his personal self-discovery. (15:50) The place of sacrificial service in his journey to becoming more. (20:30) The influences that shaped his paradigms (29:11) What no one will tell you about unconscious entrepreneurship. “Everyone is a salesperson” (38:00) The business side of your specialisations. (40:00) Why you need a Steve Harris business and life strategy? (46:10) About Steve; Steve Harris Steve Harris, fondly called "Mr. Ruthless Execution" is privileged to be a trusted authority in the fields of Life & Business Strategy. He’s a highly sought after Management Consultant, Business Accelerator & Author and is the Chief Executive Officer of EdgeEcution He is also regarded as one of Africa’s leading Business Coaches. His podcast, The Ugly Truth About Business has been rated among the Top 5 in the Entrepreneurship category in Africa on Apple Podcasts and has been downloaded over 600,000 times. His online courses have been taken by over 5000 people and his weekly emails reach well over 31000 subscribers. His signature business coaching program, Mastering the Business of your Talent (MBT) has coached over 400 entrepreneurs to generate over N3.5 billion in revenue in 6 weeks. He is a Management Consultant with experience spanning 16 years , a UN/YFP Young Ambassador for Peace & is regarded as a trusted authority in the fields of Life Coaching & Business Strategy. Steve has designed, managed and facilitated several management and leadership retreats and strategy sessions for several organizations. Today, Steve Harris is fast becoming a “household” name in several organizations, including ORACLE, Polo, GTBank, Union Bank, Fidelity Bank, Access Bank, Friesland Campina, Nokia, Access Bank, StanbicIBTC Pensions, Shell Petroleum Development Company, Nigeria LNG etc. just to name a few, where he has managed several sessions; spanning Executive Coaching, Customer Service Management, Leadership, Passion Infusion and Workforce Activation training programmes and retreats. Connect with Steve Harris on Instagram @iamsteveharris