In this episode, I sit down with Matt, a rising junior at Harvard University, studying economics and psychology. Born and raised in New York City, Matt shares how he discovered fencing at just 10 years old, leading to a competitive career that’s taken him across the globe. From representing the USA to overcoming adversity, Matt’s story is one of resilience, determination, and passion. Join us as we dive into his journey, and how he balances the demands of being a student-athlete on one of the world’s biggest stages.

Joining "The Inner City Mindset Podcast" today is CJ Lauriello. CJ has dedicated his life to sports, health, and fitness and is the CEO of "CJTurn2Fitness". He is currently an Independent Master Trainer and Sports Performance Specialist in NYC. CJ has worked as the strength and conditioning coach for hundreds of college and pro athletes and has been a staple in NYC for inner-city youth.

Joining "The Inner City Mindset Podcast" today is Angel De La Cruz. Angel is a remarkable young man who overcame many challenges on his journey to earning a D1 Baseball scholarship.

Joining "The Inner City Mindset Podcast" today is Luis Mujica. Luis shares his inspiring story of overcoming obstacles after leaving his native country, Venezuela, to pursue academic and athletic dreams in the United States.

Luis is a former collegiate baseball player at Point Park University, where he obtained his bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering. Luis is very thankful for the opportunities obtained through baseball, and he is passionate about helping young men and women to find their path towards success emphasizing the importance of finding the balance between their athletic and academic life. His goal is to help the next generation of athletes to find their passion and be there the same way past fellow graduates were for him when he needed them the most.