In this episode, I sit down with Ruth Vinova, owner and barber at Vibez Barber and Esthetics, for a real and reflective conversation about growth, ego, relationships, and self accountability. With over a decade behind the chair, Ruth shares the pros and cons of being a female barber, her journey to opening her own shop, and what she has learned about men  cutting hair and how it changed her perspective.

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This week I’m joined by comedian Pooh Hefner Jr., who survived jail, opened for Mike Epps, and turned his struggles into punchlines.

Poo Hefner Jr., who has opened for major names like Mike Epps and Gary Owen, shares what it was really like doing three years in jail and how that experience shifted his mindset forever. He talks about surviving 90 days in solitary confinement, rehearsing jokes in the dark to stay sane, and how comedy became his escape.

Now a viral sensation with millions of views across platforms, Pooh breaks down the grind of the comedy game, why it is a long road to success, and the real advice he received from legends like Mike Epps that changed his perspective.

In this episode, I sit down with Jenny Helms LCFMT, owner of Soma Therapy in Wichita, Kansas and a licensed clinical marriage and family counselor, for an honest and eye opening conversation about narcissism, boundaries, and healing. Jenny breaks down what narcissism really looks like, why people pleasing and defensiveness show up in relationships, and how difficulty saying no can quietly destroy self worth and connection. We talk about how highly intelligent people can still struggle deeply in romantic relationships, how trauma shapes behavior, and what it actually takes to reconnect with your true authentic self. Jenny also opens up about her personal journey overcoming an eating disorder, building Soma Therapy, and shares insights from her book Beneath Your Bullshit: A Guide for Rediscovering Your Awesomeness. This episode is grounded, practical, and packed with clarity for anyone trying to understand themselves and their relationships better.

In this episode, I sit down with my longtime friend and godbrother Lyndon Breckenridge for a thoughtful conversation about career, connection, and what truly makes life meaningful. Lyndon shares his journey working across major companies like SiriusXM, Spotify, Yahoo, Starcom, and Ohub, including his current role as an account manager at SiriusXM where his work even supports launching satellites into space. We talk about being coworkers with Sway, the power of journaling, navigating moments of being laughed at during interviews, and how resilience and human connection carried him forward. From reminiscing about growing up playing video games to finding community through his Black ski club, this episode is a reminder that success means nothing without people, purpose, and staying connected.

In this rare and honest conversation, multi platinum hip hop producer Mike Summers formerly known as Seven opens up about his journey from making beats as a kid to building a career without ever working a traditional job. Known for his work with Tech N9ne, XV, Kendrick Lamar, Lil Wayne, Eminem, Mac Miller, and more, Mike breaks down the real story behind the split with XV, the vulnerabilities that came with success, and the mindset that shaped his sound. He shares how getting sued twice in the same week over samples nearly derailed his life, forced him to reinvent his production style, and ultimately became a turning point in his career. From charging 5000 dollars a beat to his philosophy of attaching himself to artists long term and rising with them, this episode is a masterclass in longevity, discipline, and creative identity for anyone chasing a life in music.

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In this raw and wide ranging episode, former NFL player Sam Breeden opens up about life in his 40s, marriage, fatherhood, and the mental pressure that comes with being a Black man in America. Sam reflects on his time in the NFL, politics, discipline, and what it means to raise kids in a completely different generation. From losing his father to building his marketing company, this conversation is honest, reflective, and grounded in wisdom.

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0:00 – Coming Up

Chapter 1: Life, Marriage and the NFL

2:29 – Sam talks about being in his 40s, life, and marriage

Chapter 2: Family, Grief and Personal Growth

25:25 – Sam shares about his father and growing up in North Carolina

Chapter 3: Business, Discipline and Mental Battles

42:03 – Sam talks about his marketing company

Chapter 4: Health, Culture and Society

1:01:43 – Heart health, waking up early, and treating the heart like a muscle

Chapter 5: Fatherhood, Money and Legacy

1:22:01 – Parenting advice → allowing your kids to live their own life

1:30:10 – Outro

In this powerful and deeply educational episode, Dr. LaTasha N. Eley Kelly, Ph.D — known as Dr. Tasha — opens up about Black identity, womanism, and the intentional erasure of African history. From losing two jobs before earning her PhD, Dr. Tasha shares her unfiltered journey of resilience, purpose and truth. She breaks down Black body politics, the psychology why white women touching Black hair is harmful, and why feminism never centered Black women. This episode is honest, challenging and necessary. TAP IN!

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Chapter 1: Importance of Therapy and Her Purpose

4:19 – The importance of therapy

Chapter 2: Black History, Body Politics and Reconstruction

29:40 – Black body politics and slave owners forcing Black women to cover their hair

Chapter 3: Identity, Culture and Erasure

51:00 – African people as the original people of the planet

Chapter 4: Womanhood, Work and Wellness

1:00:06 – Navigating toxic workplaces as a Black woman

1:27:00 – Outro

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0:00 – Coming Up!

Chapter 1: Basketball, Family & Coaching

4:26 – Joe talks about his wedding

Chapter 2: College Life & Love

22:20 – Parenthood, college ball, leaving Ohio & WSU for Friends University

Chapter 3: Basketball, Emotion & Growth

37:03 – “I stopped playing pickup ball because it’s so toxic” → The psychology behind it

Chapter 4: Culture, Music & Perspective

1:00:00 – His love for Rod Wave

Chapter 5: Purpose, Youth & Legacy

1:13:56 – Joe’s thoughts on the school system

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In this heartfelt episode, Valerie White opens up about faith, relationships, and the strength it takes to lead with heart. From working alongside Coach Bill Self at KU to becoming a respected community leader, Valerie shares how her upbringing and faith shaped her views on love, purpose, and resilience. She reflects on dating as an educated Black woman, balancing career and single motherhood, and how vulnerability became her path to healing. Valerie also gets candid about walking through depression and loss, rediscovering her faith through her daughter, and finding peace through honesty — with herself and others.

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0:00 – Coming Up!

Chapter 1: Purpose & Passion

Chapter 2: Upbringing & Mindset

Chapter 3: Career Moments & Growth

Chapter 4: Faith, Motherhood & Lessons in Love

Chapter 5: Friendship, Loss & Reflection

Chapter 6: Vulnerability, Faith & Legacy

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0:00 – Coming Up

Chapter 1: The Grind & Entrepreneurship

3:47 – Nelson’s Podcast After Hours

Chapter 2: Negativity, Growth & Mentorship

26:26 – Fighting Off Negative Thoughts and People

Chapter 3: Faith, Family & Fatherhood

39:40 – Cutting Off Negative Habits

Chapter 4: Legacy & Purpose

1:01:36 – The Importance of Branding