How do you keep chasing your purpose when life hits you with a diagnosis that changes everything?

In this deeply inspirational and motivational episode, Reginald D sits down with rapper, producer, author, and entrepreneur Robert Cardillo, better known as B-Cide, to talk about his raw, real, and resilient journey living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS)—while still pursuing his passion for music, entrepreneurship, and impact.

From growing up in upstate New York, grinding in the underground hip hop scene for over 25 years, and building his streetwear brand “55 Strong,” B-Cide opens up about what it truly means to fight for your purpose, even when your body tries to betray you. Diagnosed with MS in 2011, he shares the emotional toll, the reality of lost relationships, and how he rose again—stronger, wiser, and louder than ever.

B-Cide's story is more than music—it's about faith, mental strength, and redefining success when life doesn’t go according to plan.

Whether you’re battling chronic illness, invisible pain, or internal doubt—this episode will remind you that you are not your diagnosis, and you still have a voice.

Powerful Takeaways

• Learn how to transform adversity into art and advocacy—and how B-Cide channels MS into a groundbreaking album set to drop during MS Awareness Month.
• Discover how to redefine success beyond fame or fortune—through purpose, connection, and legacy.
• Get inspired by B-Cide’s practical wisdom on how to push through physical and emotional pain while staying creative, resilient, and faith filled.

If you’ve ever felt like life knocked you off course, hit play now for a motivational/inspirational speech wrapped in real-life experience, hip hop wisdom, and purpose-driven fire.

B-Cide contact info:

Official Website: https://www.b-cide.com 

Book Website: https://www.myelinmyshoes.com 

Instagram: https://instagram.com/bcide 

Facebook: https://facebook.com/bcide 

TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@bcide Y

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@btvstudio 

Bandcamp: https://bcide.bandcamp.com

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