Episode #126 - Why College Is Failing Our Kids — And the Path They’re Not Being Shown | Terry Iverson

Is college/university still worth it in 2026? Or are we sending millions of young people down a path of debt, anxiety, and lost purpose? In this episode of The Conscious Man 7 Podcast, Todd Cave speaks with Terry Iverson, a 45-year manufacturing veteran, author, and founder of CHAMPION Now!, a movement helping young people discover debt-free, purpose-driven careers through apprenticeships and skilled trades. With over 46 million Americans carrying student loan debt, Terry argues that the real crisis isn’t a lack of intelligence or ambition, it’s that young people are rarely shown the alternative paths to success that actually match their talents. In this conversation we explore: Why the traditional college/university path is failing many young people The real opportunity behind apprenticeships and skilled trades How hands-on work builds confidence, identity, and purpose The hidden mental health benefits of meaningful work Why parents and mentors must rethink how we guide the next generation What the future of education and careers could look like This episode challenges the cultural belief that success only comes from a university degree, and explores a powerful alternative that could transform how we prepare young people for life. If you’re a parent, mentor, educator, or young person searching for direction, this conversation may completely change how you see success. ✨ Join the Community, support us and get ad-free episodes + exclusive content on Patreon or Locals: 👉🏽 Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/theconsciousman7podcast 👉🏽 Locals - https://theconsciousman7.locals.com/ 🌐 Connect with Terry via any of the links below: Website - http://www.championnow.org/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/championnoworg Twitter/X - https://x.com/championnow LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/terry-iverson-278b259/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/_championnow_/ YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@championnow4532 🌐 Connect with me via any of the links below: Fountain - https://fountain.fm/show/1Tgn3yHym3UmGUQecY8B Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/todd.cave.790 Instagram - @adriano_246 - https://www.instagram.com/adriano_246/ @theconsciousman7podcast - https://www.instagram.com/theconsciousman7podcast/ Twitter/X - @adriano_246 - https://x.com/adriano_246 Todd & Me Merch - https://amzn.to/4dcZFTD (US) https://amzn.to/3LuBKGG (UK and Europe) The Conscious Man 7 Tip Jar - Bitcoin address - bc1q39w4ah4aklfnxf8knjpheqsp7hjddjegyq2c20 Email - [email protected] 📢 Get your Orgonite at The Chembow - https://www.thechembow.com/ Use coupon code "𝗖𝗠𝟳" at the checkout to get 10% off your order. ***Disclaimer: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. 📌 Subscribe for more conversations on consciousness, healing, masculinity, and human potential. 🌎 👉🏽 If this episode challenged or inspired you, LIKE, COMMENT, and SHARE it with someone who needs to hear it. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-conscious-man-7-podcast--6174786/support.