65-Elvis Akpla, on being more than a black athlete, overcoming poverty, and racism in sports (part 2)

In this episode, we are keeping it rollinnnnnn with part 2 of the interview with deep thinker, incessant learner, former NFL player Elvis Akpla.    Last week, Elvis gave us a look into the neglected parts of American history and how he believes we can end racism.    Today, he tells his fascinating personal story from growing up in poverty to finding a way to be successful and happy.     Elvis has a pretty incredible and challenging background that has helped shape him into the man he is today.    In this episode, Elvis talks about:    -The stark differences in racism between his home town and Africa and the United States -Why he frequently slept over at 10+ different family friends throughout high school  -The key ingredient that helped him overcome poverty and be successful -How being an athlete protected him a bit from racism -The last minute track and field scholarship her earned that eventually led him to the NFL  -The importance of athlete’s using their platform to share their voice    And more.   Resources Follow Arrow Living on instagram Be the first to know when a new podcast or article drops, and receive other magical content HERE  A list of the 11 books that have had the biggest impact on my life as an athlete HERE   Share the love If you feel compelled, I would be so very grateful if you took two minutes to leave me a review of the podcast. Here’s what to do. Click HERE Click “view in itunes” Click the “ratings and reviews” tab Click “write a review” and show me love <3 Thanks for being here <3