Born into a world where justice feels like an illusion, this week’s guest has spent a lifetime questioning the stories we’re told—and the systems that shape our lives. Raised by a mother who filled their home with books and hard truths, he grew up seeing firsthand how the odds are stacked against Indigenous and Black communities, and how the so-called “American Dream” often leaves the most vulnerable behind.
In this episode, we dive deep into the hard realities of growing up as an outsider: the pain of realizing the system isn’t broken, but rigged; the struggle to hold onto hope when you feel outnumbered by indifference; and the search for meaning, identity, and community in a world that often feels hostile to both. From lessons learned in childhood to the influence of the 5% Nation and the power of music as resistance, our guest shares what it means to be a disillusioned truth-seeker—someone who refuses to accept easy answers, even when the truth hurts.
If you’ve ever questioned whether justice is possible, wondered if love can really be unconditional, or struggled to find your place in a world that seems determined to keep you out, this conversation is for you. It’s a raw, honest look at survival, resilience, and the courage it takes to keep searching for truth.
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