Live Struggle Legacy

Sex Therapist Explains Why Most Relationships Fail | Intimacy & Communication

Thu, 14 May 2026 21:37:00 -0000

On this episode of the Live Struggle Legacy Podcast, MP sits down with Florida licensed therapist, intimacy coach, and certified sex therapist Nikki Barfield to have a real conversation about intimacy, relationships, communication, authenticity, and the importance of learning yourself before trying to learn your partner.

This conversation goes far beyond surface-level relationship advice. Nikki breaks down the difference between performance and genuine connection, why so many people feel emotionally disconnected in relationships, and how unresolved patterns often show up through intimacy and communication struggles.

The episode dives into: 

• Sex therapy and breaking shame around intimacy 

• Learning your needs, desires, and boundaries 

• Why pleasure should not feel like a checklist 

• Couples therapy and emotional disconnection 

• Mismatched desire and communication struggles 

• Internal Family Systems (IFS) and understanding different parts of yourself • Authenticity, self-awareness, and aligned relationships 

• The importance of consent, safety, and honest communication 

• Healing relationship patterns before they become damage control

Nikki also shares her journey from structured government work into creating a more aligned life helping individuals and couples build healthier, more authentic relationships through therapy, coaching, and sex-positive education. This is a powerful conversation for anyone trying to better understand themselves, improve intimacy, strengthen communication, or build healthier relationships from the inside out.

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📲 Instagram: @nikhelpsyou

Hosted by Michael “MP” Paul 

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Charli Funk on the IXLien Movement, Filmmaking & Music With Purpose

Thu, 07 May 2026 10:23:00 -0000

Charli Funk joins the Live Struggle Legacy Podcast to discuss the early St. Pete music scene, Atlanta’s influence on his creative style, independent filmmaking, music, merch, and the IXLien movement built around inspiration and love. A deep conversation on Tampa Bay culture, underground music, storytelling, creativity, and authentic artistic expression.

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Balancing Music, Fatherhood & Life | DJ Inkredible Interview (St. Pete Producer) | S3E36

Fri, 01 May 2026 00:18:00 -0000

DJ Inkredible interview — St. Pete, Florida music producer on balancing music, fatherhood, and life.In this episode of Live Struggle Legacy, DJ Inkredible shares his journey from beating on tables in school to producing for Tampa Bay artists and collaborating with DJ Strizzo on genre-crossing music.We talk about staying grounded, showing up as a father, and building a sound that reaches beyond the local scene.This is a real conversation about discipline, growth, and creating something that lasts.🎧 Follow DJ Inkredible on all platforms.#DJInkredible #Fatherhood #MusicProducer #TampaBayMusic #StPete #LiveStruggleLegacy

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BMX Culture to Streetwear Brand | Terrence Carter (Krupp & Carter Clothing Co.) | LSL Podcast S3 E35

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:09:00 -0000

How do passions evolve into purpose?

In this episode of the Live Struggle Legacy Podcast, Terrence Carter, founder of Krupp & Carter Clothing Co., shares his journey from BMX culture to building a luxury streetwear brand rooted in nostalgia and lifestyle.

This conversation explores entrepreneurship, creativity, and the long-term commitment it takes to stay aligned with your vision—especially through adversity.

From early influences in BMX to launching a brand designed for a wide audience, Terrence breaks down the mindset and experiences that shaped his path.

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She Survived the Unimaginable… Then Rebuilt Her Life | Alisha Mello (S3E34)

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:32:00 -0000

Alisha Mello shares her lived experience with generational trauma, addiction, homelessness, and survival—and what it took to rebuild her life from the ground up. A direct conversation about trauma, patterns, identity, and breaking cycles.

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Federal Prison Survival Story (92 Months) | From Drugs to Redemption – Deaf Child

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 04:09:00 -0000

One of the most raw and powerful episodes of the Live Struggle Legacy Podcast.

Deaf Child’s story is built on loss, intelligence, addiction, and survival.

After losing both siblings early in life and growing up in poverty, he went deep into drugs, research chemicals, and underground systems—creating and accessing substances at a high level.

That path led to robbery charges, a federal indictment, and a 92-month sentence served across multiple states, including high-security USP facilities.

Inside, he faced:

• gang politics and prison hierarchy

• violent, overcrowded conditions

• constant transfers across states

• survival in high-security environments

This is not just a prison story.

It’s about:

• intelligence used in the wrong direction

• addiction and altered reality

• pressure, survival, and adaptation

• rebuilding after chaos

• turning experience into creative purpose

From underground chemistry to federal prison…

Now focused on music, production, and building a future.

This is what it looks like to go too far—and come back.

🎧 Watch the full episode now.

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Xyra Gacy: Patterns, Pain & Building Herself From Scratch | LSL S3E32

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:21:00 -0000

Xyra Gacy doesn’t tell a clean story.

This conversation is about patterns—how they form, how they repeat, and how hard they are to break.

Some of it is uncomfortable. Some of it is vulnerable. All of it is real.

For a long time, she was looking for love in places that couldn’t hold it—until she started finding it in herself, through her relationship with music.

Xyra is building everything herself—writing, producing, engineering, and mixing her own music. She’s shooting and editing her own visuals. No separation between the life and the art.

This isn’t about labeling the past.

It’s about recognizing the pattern and deciding what comes next.

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S3E31 | From Bomb Squad to Lifeline: Jaguahh on Service, Truth & Awakening the Authentic Self

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 08:20:00 -0000

Trenton Bennett—Jaguahh—isn’t chasing identity… he’s living it.

From Navy bomb squad to seasons of homelessness, his path stripped everything down to what’s real. And what came out of that wasn’t just purpose—it was responsibility.

To show up.

To serve.

To be a lifeline for others—especially veterans trying to find their footing after the structure disappears.

But this isn’t just about mindset.

It’s about practice.

Jaguahh breaks down how music, movement, and dance became a way to shake off conditioning… to get out of the head and back into something real. Not performance—release. Not image—truth.

We get into:

• Carrying service beyond the uniform

• Becoming a bridge for veterans in transition

• Using music and movement to reconnect with self

• Letting go of conditioning and stepping into truth

• Why authenticity will cost you—and why it’s still the only way

No mask. No performance.

Just a man choosing to stand in who he is—and build something that actually helps people.

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S3E30 | DJ Loops on Prison, DJ Life, and Turning Chaos Into Legacy

Thu, 19 Mar 2026 21:42:00 -0000

DJ Loops pulls back the curtain on a life most people will never understand.

From prison time and close calls… to DJing, music culture, and building something real out of chaos—this episode is raw, unfiltered, and powerful.

We talk about:

• Prison stories and the justice system

• The reality behind DJ culture and nightlife

• Fatherhood, growth, and second chances

• Turning pain into purpose

This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a story of transformation.

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S3E29 – Chris Cage on Creativity, Business, and the New Single “Conflicted”

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:46:00 -0000

On this episode of the Live Struggle Legacy Podcast, Michael “MP” Paul sits down with recording artist Chris Cage to talk about the love of music, the creative process, and why artists must treat their craft like a business.

Chris Cage breaks down the story behind his new single “Conflicted”, produced by Trxmp Savage and mixed and mastered by DJ Inkredible.

The conversation dives into what it really takes to stay creative, stay consistent, and stay authentic in today’s music industry.

If you’re an artist, entrepreneur, or creative chasing your passion, this conversation will resonate.

Chris Cage – “Conflicted” is out now on all platforms.

Listen here:

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S3 | E28 | From Prison to Purpose: Lisa Ortiz on Survival, Redemption & Second Chances

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 21:36:00 -0000

Lisa Ortiz is the author of She Wore Her Scars Like Wings, a raw and powerful memoir that tells the story of her journey from incarceration to transformation.

Having never met her mother and growing up in an abusive foster care system, Lisa didn’t choose a life of crime — she did what she had to do to survive. After receiving a sentence exceeding 30 years, she ultimately served more than 16 years in Florida State Prison before earning a second chance at life.

Instead of allowing her past to define her, Lisa turned her pain into purpose.

Today she is a published author, entrepreneur, clothing designer, and founder of JustAcker and JustAcker Designs. She is also a passionate advocate for incarcerated individuals, survivors of abuse, and those navigating life after prison.

Lisa continues her advocacy through her YouTube platform @theforgotten6219, where she raises awareness about incarceration and gives a voice to people society often forgets.

Through her writing, businesses, and advocacy work, Lisa demonstrates that healing, redemption, and transformation are possible — no matter where your story begins.

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CONNECT WITH LISA ORTIZ

Website

JustAcker.store

Instagram

@lovley_liisa

@justacker_designs

TikTok

@lisaortiz1976

YouTube

@theforgotten6219

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ABOUT THE PODCAST

The Live Struggle Legacy Podcast, hosted by Michael “MP” Paul, features real conversations with artists, entrepreneurs, and changemakers who have turned struggle into purpose. Each episode highlights authentic stories of resilience, redemption, and legacy.

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S3 | E27 | Tommy D vs Live Nation: The 15-Year Fight to Break the Music Monopoly

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:24:00 -0000

Tommy Dorfman built one of New Jersey’s most influential EDM brands — running Bliss and shaping the regional nightlife scene for over 15 years.

After planning what would have been the Meadowlands’ largest music festival, Tommy alleges he was shut out by Live Nation, sparking a 15-year legal battle that is now approaching a jury trial.

In this episode, Tommy shares:

• His rise from underground party promoter to major event operator

• Allegations against Live Nation

• The impact of industry consolidation on independent promoters

• How his case connects to larger federal investigations

• Why this fight matters for the future of live music

This conversation explores power dynamics in the music industry and the ongoing debate around monopolization in live entertainment.

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From Shy to CEO: Cristina Vargas on Building The Booth Maven & an Abundance Mindset

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:21:00 -0000

In this episode, we sit down with Cristina Vargas, a St. Petersburg native whose journey into entrepreneurship didn’t follow a traditional path.

Cristina grew up shy, quiet, and more curious than academic—never quite fitting into the “book smart” mold. Instead of chasing a single lifelong dream, she explored ideas, experiences, and business ventures, many of which didn’t stick because her heart wasn’t fully in them.

Everything changed in 2023 when she launched FiestaPix360, now known as The Booth Maven. What began as a fun side hustle quickly turned into something deeper. Through her first few events, Cristina discovered a passion for creativity, connection, and the energy of live experiences—realizing that business can be both meaningful and fun.

In this conversation, Cristina opens up about:

• Growing up sheltered and shy

• Letting go of “traditional success” narratives

• Finding alignment through trial and error

• Building resilience through entrepreneurship

• Developing an abundance mindset in business and life

• Turning a simple idea into a brand she’s proud to grow

This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt unsure of their path, bored with what didn’t fit, or curious about building something that actually feels aligned.

🔗 Connect with Cristina / The Booth Maven:

Website: http://www.theboothmaven.com

Instagram: @theboothmaven

Facebook: @theboothmaven

YouTube: @theboothmaven

🎧 Tune in and tap into the power of trusting your curiosity.

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S3 | E26 | From Tattoos to Triumph: Bianca Rozzinni Cruz on Creativity, Motherhood & Filipino Roots

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 19:26:00 -0000

What does it really take to balance creativity, motherhood, and culture while building a life you’re proud of? In this episode of Live Struggle Legacy, Michael “MP” Paul sits down with Bianca Rozzinni Cruz — creative entrepreneur, proud Filipina (Pinay), and mother of two — for a raw, uplifting conversation about art, hustle, and staying true to your roots. Bianca is the founder of Bianca Rozzinni Design, known for her one-of-a-kind floral arrangements, and a freelance marketing specialist managing social media and brand strategy for multiple companies. She’s also a former model and photographer, a leader in the Miss FilAm Florida community, and a creative who isn’t afraid to evolve. In this conversation, they cover: • Turning creativity into a real business • Balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship • Filipino culture, identity, and community • Tattoos, self-expression, and personal growth • Stepping behind the camera — and owning your story • Choosing authenticity over perfection This episode is for artists, parents, creatives, and anyone navigating growth without losing themselves. 👇 Drop a comment if Bianca’s journey resonates with you. Guest Bio: Bianca Rozzinni Cruz is a creative entrepreneur, floral designer, freelance marketing specialist, and community leader. Founder of Bianca Rozzinni Design, she blends art, culture, humor, and discipline while staying grounded in family, service, and Filipino pride. Chapters (Optional): 00:00 – Introduction 02:05 – Bianca’s creative journey 07:50 – From art to business 14:20 – Motherhood & balance 20:40 – Filipino roots & culture 27:55 – Creativity as healing 35:10 – Authenticity online 41:30 – Advice for creatives #LiveStruggleLegacy #BiancaRozzinniCruz #PinayPride #FilipinaEntrepreneur #CreativePodcast

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SE | 25 | Sam Bamm: Basketball and Music

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:05:00 -0000

Sam Bamm shares her adoption story, college basketball journey, and the life-changing discovery that her biological father was Blackstreet’s lead singer. A powerful conversation on identity, lineage, and stepping into purpose through music.

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S3 | E24 | 🎙️ HDMI The Engineer: From Turntables to Multi-Platinum | Building Studios, Sound & Legacy

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 19:15:00 -0000

Alix “HDMI The Engineer” Dontfraid is a multi-platinum (10×+) Chief Executive Engineer, vocal producer, DJ, and studio architect whose fingerprints are all over independent hip-hop culture—from Queens, New York to Los Angeles, Tampa, and beyond.

Formerly known as DJMI and DJ Blix, HDMI’s journey began on turntables and evolved into building some of the most respected recording spaces in the country. He gained early notoriety in Florida after recording the hit single “Miss All The Way Live,” a chart-climbing record that cemented its place alongside Florida legends like Uncle Luke.

With nearly two decades in the booth, HDMI has worked with a heavyweight roster including Gucci Mane, French Montana, Mariah The Scientist, Dave East, Jadakiss, Remy Ma, Busta Rhymes, LL Cool J, and more. He is the Chief Executive Engineer and Vocal Producer of Signature Soundz Studios, the largest studio in Queens history, hand-built from the ground up with acoustics and workflow designed around his signature sound.

Over the years, HDMI has built professional studios in New York, Los Angeles, Tampa, and Tijuana, Mexico, each reflecting the same precision, culture, and creative energy that define his engineering philosophy. His roots also run deep in Los Angeles, where he collaborated with Ralphie The Plug and producers like F Beats, expanding his sonic reach coast to coast.

Now based in Tampa, HDMI’s name carries real weight across the Florida music scene—having worked with nearly every major artist in the city, from Tampa Tony and Tay Bae to Tom G, Rated R, and beyond. Among his credits is recording H.A.Y.C.H, founder of Tampa’s longest-running open mic The Cypher at Crowbar, who now leads the city’s largest festival, Seven Days Loud on 7th.

This episode dives deep into building studios from scratch, engineering philosophy vs. trends, surviving the music industry without selling your soul, turning setbacks into skill, and why independent culture matters now more than ever.HDMI isn’t just part of the culture—he is the culture.

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TOMMY FN MOON: THE MUSICAL ASSHOLE

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 10:49:00 -0000

Tommy FN Moon (aka “The Musical Asshole”) joins the Live Struggle Legacy Podcast to talk parody songwriting, viral momentum, and turning comedy into a real music lane.

We get into writing funny songs that actually hit, releasing instead of chasing perfection, performing, gigging, and how creators can build consistency without losing authenticity.

If you’re an artist, comedian, or creator trying to grow without selling out, this episode is for you.

🎙️ Live Struggle Legacy Podcast — Season 3, Episode 23

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SE | E21 | Sound as a Living Practice — A Conversation with Kalumra

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 02:46:00 -0000

In this episode of Live Struggle Legacy, we sit down with Kalumra (Audrey Basar), a sound artist, frequency healer, and visionary working with music as a living, embodied process. Kalumra uses intentional frequencies, harmonic resonance, and sound-based practices to support nervous system regulation, emotional release, and authentic self-connection. Through Music Creation Sessions, Sound Activations, and ceremony-based sound work—both locally and online—she creates spaces where people can reconnect through sound without pressure to perform or produce. We explore her personal Live Struggle, how sound became a pathway for transforming pain into purpose, and the balance between spiritual devotion and entrepreneurship. The conversation expands into her long-term vision for Solakai Sanctuary—a regenerative retreat and festival space rooted in healing, artistry, and conscious community through sound. This episode is a grounded exploration of frequency, legacy, healing, and building something real, sustainable, and aligned. ⸻ 🎧 Audio Podcast Description (Short) Sound artist and frequency healer Kalumra (Audrey Basar) joins Live Struggle Legacy to explore sound medicine, nervous system regulation, and transforming pain into purpose. A grounded conversation on frequency, healing, legacy, and building Solakai Sanctuary. ⸻ ⏱️ Chapters / Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction & pronunciation (Kalumra) 02:30 – Sound as regulation & remembrance 07:10 – Why her story aligns with Live Struggle Legacy 11:45 – “What’s your Live Struggle?” 18:00 – Transforming pain into purpose 25:40 – Sound baths, ceremony & intentional vibration 33:20 – Solakai Sanctuary vision 41:10 – Spiritual devotion & entrepreneurship 48:30 – Offerings & how to connect 52:00 – Closing reflections

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🎙️ S3E20 — Billy Skinner: Childhood, Addiction, Legacy

Thu, 25 Dec 2025 10:54:00 -0000

Billy Skinner isn’t just a guest — he’s my childhood friend.

We grew up together. Life pulled us in different directions.

Billy fell deep into addiction and homelessness, while I ended up in prison.

For years, we lost touch — two lives running parallel through struggle.

When I came home, Billy was just beginning his sobriety journey.

In this raw and honest conversation, we reconnect to unpack everything that happened in between — addiction, the streets, faith, fatherhood, and the long road back to self-worth. Billy shares how getting sober forced him to confront himself and how that inner work eventually led to the creation of Retail Redemption Clothing Co.

Retail Redemption is more than streetwear. It’s a reflection of survival, accountability, and choosing growth over destruction — built from the block and made for the people.

This episode is about time, forgiveness, and what redemption actually looks like when you live long enough to earn it.

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S3E19 | Dominic Leporati on Identity, Purpose & Self-Publishing

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 11:25:00 -0000

Dominic Leporati shares his evolution from child actor to published author, discussing the realities of writing books, self-publishing on Amazon, and building a creative life rooted in purpose and fatherhood. This episode explores storytelling, rejection, modern writing tools, and the responsibility of legacy.

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PsLums: Boston Grit to St. Pete Grind — The Raw Truth Behind an Independent Hustler

Thu, 11 Dec 2025 08:55:00 -0000

In this episode, MP Paul sits down with PsLums, a raw and resilient hip-hop artist whose life story mirrors the bars he spits. Born in Dorchester and now repping St. Pete/Tampa, PsLums turned years in prison into a comeback story powered by music, discipline, and purpose.

As the CEO of Slumshot Entertainment, PsLums has been steadily building his own lane as an independent artist. He’s been featured multiple times on WorldStarHipHop, sat down on Cam Capone News, appeared on Bounce Back Podcast, and has collaborated with legends like Big Noyd and Havoc of Mobb Deep on the track RoundTables. He’s also shared stages with Mobb Deep, proving he can stand shoulder-to-shoulder with icons.

In this episode, we dive into:

• Dorchester roots & Boston’s music culture

• Surviving prison and reinventing himself

• Why St. Pete/Tampa pushed his artistry further

• Working with Mobb Deep & the real behind-the-scenes

• Building Slumshot Entertainment from scratch

• The advice he has for artists fighting for a chance

This is an honest, unfiltered conversation about street survival, redemption, and carving a legacy through creativity.

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Crunkcoco Unfiltered: Born on the Dancefloor, Built on Authenticity | S3E17

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 17:57:00 -0000

Crunkcoco doesn’t chase attention — he is the attention.

In this episode, MP sits with one of St. Pete’s most recognizable personalities, a creator whose presence, vibe, and originality have carried him further than words ever could.

This isn’t an interview full of long stories or hour-long breakdowns.

It’s a moment to honor who Crunkcoco is at his core:

• A Florida original

• A born entertainer

• A creator with unmatched energy

• A personality who shaped a whole era of online culture

• A man whose individuality speaks louder than any monologue

Sometimes the most authentic episodes aren’t the ones packed with dialogue—

they’re the ones where the person simply shows up as themselves.

This episode is exactly that.

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Justin Haynes | RPG: Rappin Grandpa

Thu, 27 Nov 2025 07:04:00 -0000

Justin Haynes — known worldwide as RPG, The Rappin’ Grandpa — went from addiction, prison, and absolute rock bottom to becoming a viral hip-hop artist, award-winning producer, author, and mentor to the next generation.

His life reads like a movie:

• Growing up between Chicago and rural Virginia

• Losing everything to addiction

• Surviving violence inside a South Carolina prison

• Walking out of jail in 2013 with only 75 cents

• Rebuilding his life from scratch

• Finding recovery, love, and purpose

• Stepping into a celebrity boxing ring

• Becoming one of the top sales reps in the Southeast

• And finally going viral as The Rappin’ Grandpa, inspiring millions across the world

From losing his family to fighting for it…

From smoking crack to motivating kids nationwide…

From selling candy at 12 to selling out shows at 50…

Justin Haynes shows what redemption really looks like.

Today, RPG uses his platform to:

✔ Help young people avoid drugs

✔ Mentor independent artists

✔ Perform benefit concerts

✔ Raise awareness about recovery

✔ Spread a message of perseverance and second chances

This is the essence of Live Struggle Legacy.

📘 Justin’s upcoming book: From Homeless to HipHop (Barnes & Noble + Amazon)

🎵 RPG Music: YouTube / Spotify / Apple Music

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DJ Donnie Luv: Read The Room

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 07:59:00 -0000

In just nine years, DJ Donnie Luv has evolved into one of Florida’s most innovative music curators — a true pioneer of soul-infused sound, raw emotion, and community-driven creativity.

Born and raised in St. Petersburg, Florida, Donnie’s love for music began early. Inspired by powerful female icons like Missy Elliott, she started freestyling and ghostwriting for local artists throughout her youth.

Everything changed in 2013 when she discovered her natural gift for blending records. After buying her first mixing board, Donnie transitioned from aspiring songwriter to DJ — and her entire career took off.

Influenced by the groove and soul of D’Angelo, J Dilla, and Anita Baker, Donnie developed a unique ear. From flipping soul samples to blending old and new, she stamped herself as a tastemaker of energy, vibe, and authenticity.

On January 1st, 2014, she performed her first club set — a night that immediately earned her the respect of her city and established her as a premier party starter. Soon after, she was tapped for an unexpected opportunity: interviewing platinum-selling southern hip-hop legend Lil Boosie for Burg Life Radio. This moment showcased her versatility and sparked a new level of momentum.

In 2015, Donnie launched Slugged Sounds, her Florida-born take on the chopped & screwed sub-genre. Inspired by DJ Screw but powered by Donnie’s signature flavor, Slugged Sounds connects music lovers across the world through nostalgic, soulful, pitch-down mixes and curated experiences. She’s collaborated with Jerry Nova, BTMVLE Jotta, Renald Bart, SOAP Zac, and more.

Her momentum didn’t stop. That fall, DOPE Entertainment — founders of Rolling Loud — booked her for a Robb Banks show, further solidifying her status as one of Florida’s smoothest and most innovative DJs.

Today, DJ Donnie Luv has:

🎧 Over 500,000 streams across slugged & chopped mixes

📻 Mixed on radio stations including 99 Jamz The Burg & Power Plug Radio

🌐 Built Slugged Sounds into a global fan hub

🎉 Created 727 Day, the official annual celebration of her city

This episode dives into her journey, her struggles, her evolution, and the legacy she’s building from St. Pete to the world.

Keep up with DJ Donnie Luv & Slugged Sounds:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/djdonnieluv/

IG: https://www.instagram.com/sluggsounds/

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Traveling Art Parties w/ Autumn Proctor

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 13:56:00 -0000

Autumn Proctor is a second-generation artist, Bob Ross Certified Instructor, and the owner of Traveling Art Parties — a mobile art experience serving the greater Tampa Bay area. Born in Lawrence, Massachusetts and raised in Spring Hill, Florida, Autumn grew up surrounded by creativity as the daughter of a tattoo artist. After overcoming addiction, trauma, and a near-death liver failure experience, she rebuilt her life through painting, teaching, and helping others rediscover their creative spark.

For nearly a decade, Autumn has taught college students, seniors, beginners, and children — guiding people who swear they “can’t paint” into discovering real confidence and creative joy. She specializes in oils, but her toolkit spans acrylics, charcoal, graphite, tattooing, and custom commissions. Through Traveling Art Parties, she brings art directly into communities, fundraisers, homes, and recovery spaces, making creativity accessible for all.

In this episode, MP and Autumn dive into:

• Her upbringing in a family of artists & early entry into teaching

• Sobriety, recovery, and art as a healing force

• The transition from tattooing to painting to business ownership

• How Traveling Art Parties became a community movement

• Raising funds for veterans & storm victims through art

• The magic of watching someone who “can’t paint” create a masterpiece

• What it means to keep a diverse artistic toolbox

• The emotional, spiritual, and therapeutic power of creativity

• How Bob Ross shaped her teaching style & confidence-building approach

This is an inspiring, funny, and deeply human conversation about healing through art, creating community, and finding purpose after pain.

Powered by LIVE STRUGGLE LEGACY — turning pain into purpose through storytelling, music, culture, fitness, and community empowerment.

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Class Vee – The Heart and Soul of a Creative

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 13:46:00 -0000

In this heartfelt and transparent conversation, host Michael “MP” Paul sits down with Class Vee, a powerful singer, songwriter, and filmmaker who embodies the essence of creating from the heart.

From heartbreak to healing, from doubt to determination, Class Vee opens up about her journey through the music and film world—revealing the lessons, sacrifices, and truths that shaped her into the artist she is today.

Together, they unpack what it really takes to stay authentic, build something meaningful, and protect your peace while chasing your purpose. Along the way, Class Vee reminds every artist of a vital truth: don’t wait for someone else to invest in your dream—invest in yourself first. Prove your worth through consistency, effort, and work ethic, not just words.

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This Episode Covers:

• The creative power of authenticity

• Turning pain into purpose-driven art

• Lessons learned from the Grammy experience

• Storytelling through film and music

• Finding your rhythm between hustle and healing

This one’s for every creative who’s ever doubted their voice—and kept going anyway.

Be your own inspiration and support system.

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• Authenticity: The Most Powerful Frequency to Create From

• Heartbreak Anthem: How I Turned Pain Into a Song

• Grammys Journey: From Zero to Attending the Awards

• Hollywood Awards Win: My House Party Investment

• Music Healed Me: Overcoming Struggles with Purpose

• Motivation & Environment: Fueling Your Passion

• SWV Vibes: R&B Groovy Era

• Music’s Magic: The Perfect Environment for Creativity

• The Game’s Secrets: Why It’s Not For Sale

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Takeo Faison On Fashion, Design, and Collaboration

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 18:36:00 -0000

In this episode, your host MP sits down with Tampa, FL native Takeo Faison to talk art, design, fashion, and all things that inspire. Takeo gives us an inside look on his creative process as we celebrate his latest collaboration with the prolific Tampa Bay t-shirt company G-Man. Tap in to learn all about Takeo, his designer brand Cowboy, and all the secret ingredients that go into being a one of a kind creative.

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S3E11 | Tony Ledezma | The Hustle, The Lessons, The Real

Thu, 23 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Tony Ledezma sits down with Michael “MP” Paul for an unfiltered conversation about rebuilding from scratch, staying grounded through chaos, and redefining success on your own terms.

He talks legacy, leadership, and the grind most people never see.

In This Episode:

• The power of self-rebuild after setbacks

• How to lead when nobody’s following yet

• Why discipline beats motivation every time

• What “success” really means when you come from nothing

• Giving game without ego

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Ananda Rose – Healing Through the Mic | Live Struggle Legacy S3E10

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Artist and producer Ananda Rose joins Michael “MP” Paul for a deep, unfiltered conversation about healing, hip-hop, and higher purpose.

What begins as a story of silence and survival unfolds into a dialogue on creativity, spirituality, and reclaiming your power through art. Ananda breaks down how hip-hop became her medicine—a way to process pain, honor her roots, and create from truth instead of trauma.

Together, they explore the intersections of ancestry, feminine energy, and the divine responsibility of the artist. This is more than a story of struggle—it’s a reminder that the mic can be a mirror for transformation.

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Lauren VanVajra: The Alkemystic — Trust Yourself & Find Your Divinity Within

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 11:09:00 -0000

In Season 3, Episode 9 of Live Struggle Legacy, MP sits down with Lauren VanVajra — The Alkemystic — for a raw and radiant conversation about trusting yourself, dissolving ego, and remembering your divinity.

Lauren shares how her Bufo 5-MeO-DMT experience opened a doorway to unconditional self-love and human connection. Together they explore how to integrate shadow, alchemize pain into power, and embody the union of divine masculine and feminine energy.

💎 Highlights:

• Trusting your inner voice beyond programming

• Bufo 5-MeO-DMT & the ego-dissolving experience

• Healing through grief, sexuality & spiritual liberation

• Living the alchemy of everyday life

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VonKittin: Raising Vibration Through Fabric and Design

Thu, 02 Oct 2025 20:01:00 -0000

Kristin Richardson, founder of VonKittin, shares her powerful journey from nightlife chaos to soul-led creation. After more than a decade in the club scene, she realized survival mode wasn’t living — and turned her pain into purpose by building a brand that heals, uplifts, and raises frequency.

In this episode, Kristin and host Michael “MP” Paul dive deep into:

• Healing through creative expression

• The energetic power of fashion

• Lessons from sobriety and self-discovery

• Building a conscious brand with intention

• Using style as a tool for transformation

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NoLuvBaby1K: From Struggle to Music Success | S3E7

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0000

In this powerful episode of the Live Struggle Legacy Podcast, Michael “MP” Paul sits down with NoLuvBaby1K to share his raw and inspiring journey from prison to protecting his energy, building his brand, and rising in the music industry.

NoLuvBaby1K opens up about overcoming losses, staying authentic, and finding real strength through music. From avoiding the traps of shady record deals to connecting with fans on a deeper level, this episode uncovers the resilience and wisdom behind his grind.

Topics include:

• 🎶 From prison to purpose: protecting energy and brand identity.

• 💡 Why authenticity always wins in music and life.

• ⚖️ Escaping the streets while navigating pitfalls and building success.

• 🔥 Full-time music career lessons: from struggle to spotlight.

• 🎤 The importance of positivity, faith, and surrounding yourself with the right people.

Whether you’re an artist chasing your dream or someone battling through struggles, this episode reminds you that success is possible with resilience, faith, and determination.

In this powerful episode of Live Struggle Legacy Podcast, Michael “MP” Paul sits down with NoLuvBaby1K to share his raw and inspiring journey from prison to protecting his energy, building his brand, and rising in the music industry.

Topics include:

• 🎶 From prison to purpose: protecting energy and brand identity.

• 💡 Why authenticity always wins in music and life.

• ⚖️ Escaping the streets while navigating pitfalls and building success.

• 🔥 Full-time music career lessons: from struggle to spotlight.

• 🎤 The importance of positivity, faith, and surrounding yourself with the right people.

Whether you’re an artist chasing your dream or someone battling through struggles, this episode reminds you that success is possible with resilience, faith, and determination.

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Oksana Sophia: They Demonized the Divine Feminine | S3E6

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0000

🎙 Season 3, Episode 6 of the Live Struggle Legacy Podcast features Oksana Sophia, a powerful voice unpacking the suppression of the Divine Feminine throughout history and culture. In this episode, we explore: ✨ How ancient wisdom and feminine energy were demonized by religion and society ✨ The spiritual cost of silencing feminine power ✨ Oksana Sophia’s journey of healing, resilience, and reclaiming the sacred feminine ✨ What it means to restore balance between masculine and feminine energy today 🔥 This conversation is about truth, resilience, and reclaiming what was stolen from humanity. 💡 The Live Struggle Legacy Podcast is where we turn struggle into strength and pain into purpose, giving voice to untold stories and hidden truths. ✨ Subscribe and join the movement. 🎧 Full episodes available here → https://linktr.ee/livestrugglelegacypodcast 👕 Support the vision with merch → https://livestrugglelegacy.com/store 📱 Follow Live Struggle Legacy on all platforms. #LiveStruggleLegacy #DivineFeminine #OksanaSophia #Season3 #Podcast #Resilience #TruthSeekers #Healing

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DJ Budda Beanz: From JDC to Legacy | S3E5 Live Struggle Legacy Podcast

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 04:00:00 -0000

In this episode of the Live Struggle Legacy Podcast, Michael “MP” Paul sits down with Florida’s own DJ Budda Beanz, a mixtape hustler turned cultural force. Budda Beanz takes us through wild stories from the streets, underground clubs, and the MySpace DJ movement that helped shape a generation. From selling mixtapes to redemption through music, his journey shows how struggle fuels legacy.

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Season 3 | Episode 4: Tyeasha Pagan (Tye with the Eye)

Thu, 04 Sep 2025 20:32:00 -0000

In this powerful episode, Tyeasha Pagan — better known as Tye with the Eye — opens up about her incredible journey of resilience, creativity, and healing. From overcoming generational trauma, divorce, and homelessness, to finding strength in art, photography, and community, Tye shares her story with raw honesty and vulnerability.

Through challenges like raising her son, facing mental health battles, and navigating loss, Tye has transformed her pain into purpose. Today, she uses her gift of photography and storytelling to inspire others and prove that even in the darkest moments, creativity can become therapy, and struggle can lead to strength.

This episode is about survival, empowerment, and rediscovering purpose — a reminder that no matter how hard life hits, you can rebuild, rise, and create a legacy worth living.

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Season 3, Episode 3| BTMVLE Yago| The Luxumbra Aurifex: Shadow, Light & Legacy

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Get ready to have everything you know put under the microscope. Meet the Luxumbra Aurifex, BTMVLE Yago — a recording artist, theosopher, psychology graduate, and amateur boxer. He’s not here for comfort conversations; he’s here to show you the shadow and the light.

⚔️ This isn’t just an interview, it’s a test. Listen if you dare — and drop your thoughts in the comments to join the conversation.

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Season 3, Episode 2: Kitty Quinn

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0000

In this week’s episode, we sit down with the talented and beautiful Kitty Quinn. From her early days in the dental field to navigating personal struggles, Kitty shares how she stepped away from the safe route and leaned fully into her passion for fetish modeling.

This conversation is about more than career shifts—it’s about resilience, risk, and the courage to rewrite your own story. Kitty’s journey reminds us that the struggle doesn’t define you—it refines you.

Tap in and hear how she turned her experiences into empowerment and built a life around authenticity and passion.

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Season 3 Premiere: Strizzo

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Season 3 of the Live Struggle Legacy Podcast kicks off with a Tampa Bay legend — DJ Strizzo! 🎧🔥

From rocking stadiums with Jelly Roll on the Beautifully Broken Tour to creating viral anthems like Up Down #TwerkTeam (4M+ streams) and Buss It Wide Open with Lil Kee (Billboard Hot 100), Strizzo has been moving crowds around the world for years.

In this episode, we talk about his come-up, the grind behind the music, and the wild journey from Tampa Bay clubs to touring arenas across North America. We also dig into his legendary remixes for artists like Michael Jackson, Kanye West, Guns N’ Roses, and The Weeknd.

Whether you know him from his open-format DJ sets, his chart-topping hits, or his work with major artists, Strizzo’s story is one of hustle, longevity, and pure love for the game.

Listen now and tap in with one of Tampa Bay’s most impactful music figures.

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Season 2 Finale: Lessons From My OG

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 04:00:00 -0000

🎙️ Live Struggle Legacy – Season 2 Finale: “Lessons from My OG” A Tribute to Marguerite Catherine Lucas ✨💛🌻💛✨ In this powerful season finale of Live Struggle Legacy, host MP delivers a deeply personal tribute to his greatest teacher, inspiration, and guiding light—his mother, Marguerite Catherine Lucas. More than just a memorial, this episode captures the soul of a woman who embodied love, resilience, and spiritual strength. Through heartfelt storytelling, MP reflects on the impact Marguerite had not only on his life, but on the lives of everyone she touched. Listeners are invited into an intimate journey of grief, gratitude, and the powerful legacy of a mother’s love. “Lessons from My OG” is a celebration of wisdom passed down, light shared, and the eternal bond between mother and child. Whether you’re grieving someone you’ve lost or simply seeking a reminder of what really matters, this episode speaks to the heart of the human experience. Rest in Power, Marguerite. Your legacy lives on through us all. #LiveStruggleLegacy #LessonsFromMyOG #OG #Mimi #RitaMadre #MargueriteCatherineLucas #PodcastTribute #Legacy #Motherhood #HealingThroughStory #SeasonFinale

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Season 2, Episode 21: Maurice Lewis

Thu, 15 May 2025 04:01:00 -0000

In this week's episode of the Live Struggle Legacy podcast, meet Maurice Lewis. Maurice is Big Baby's first cousin. If you're just tuning in, Live Struggle Legacy is dedicated to the memory of Timothy "Big Baby" Lewis, a family man, recording artist, and entrepreneur who lost his life in prison. Maurice shares some stories about growing up with Big Baby, and gives us plenty motivation to stay on the righteous path to our goals despite adversity.

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Season 2, Episode 20: Amber Deas and A1Lenz Productions

Thu, 08 May 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Meet independent film-maker, Amber Deas. Amber tells us how she turned her passion for capturing pictures and videos into the career of her dreams. Learn all about A1Lenz, Amber's up-and coming projects, and all of the services that she provides through her website. Listen now.

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Season 2, Episode 19: DJ Rok B

Thu, 01 May 2025 05:32:00 -0000

In this week's episode, learn all about the Tampa after-party life, break beats, and the sacred art of DJing as seen through the eyes of DJ Rok B. Rok B tells what it means to really dj before the days of digital. He shares some wild stories and his tenacious passion for DJing. He shares some insight on how his DJing had to be put on the back-burner as he put his family first, and how teaching his daughter how to DJ brought him out of retirement and back into the music scene. Rok B gets real on this one. You won't want to miss it.

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Season 2, Episode 17: Pody on Life, DTSP, and the State Theatre

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0000

In this episode, meet Pody. Pody is a St.Pete native who shares an inside perspective of DTSP and what was once a thriving music scene for locals and touring musicians alike. He navigates the trials and tribulations of life while sharing the glory days of St. Pete's once thriving music venue, the State Theatre. We share stories that inspire, educate, and entertain. Listen to the full episode and drop a comment to tell us what you think. Please be sure to subscribe/follow, like, and share! Thank you all for tapping in!

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Season 2, Episode 17: Mingle Mixx

Thu, 17 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0000

In this week's episode, meet Casey Turner, AKA Mingle Mixx. With over a million club patrons over the course of his career, Mingle Mixx takes us on his journey through music from his early days in the rap scene to gigging all across the Tampa Bay are and Orlando. Casey shares his life experience as a DJ and a few stories about his appearance on a popular reality TV show. He shares his passion for music and how he is making a huge impact on kids in the education system Please be sure to listen, like, comment, share and rate us on your favorite platform

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Season 2, Episode 16: BTMVLE Jotta

Thu, 10 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0000

Meet BTMVLE Jotta! Episode 16 is a vibe as MP and Jotta talk unity in the Tampa Bay music scene and all things creative. In this week's inspirational episode, learn all about BTMVLE studio, artist empowerment, and the magic of putting ego aside to make things happen. Jotta tells us about the BTMVLE (Building On Togetherness Through Embracing Music) think tank creation, an annual holiday coined "Burg Day". Burg Day occurs on 7/27 of each year, and brings people together to celebrate our hometown, St. Petersburg, Florida, AKA, Da Burg! You don't wanna miss this one!

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Season 2, Episode 15: ReeBaby

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 04:00:00 -0000

In this week's episode, meet ReeBaby. ReeBaby is a rapper, visual artist, and entrepreneur who coined her own genre in the rap game. Learn all about Ree, her artwork, and her body butter and how you can connect and commission her for artwork and more. Ree Baby is a positive force who is sure to inspire! Another episode you don't want to miss!

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Season 2, Episode 14: Monteasy

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 11:12:00 -0000

In this week's episode, meet the all inspiring, dynamic power-house Monteasy. Teasy is the voice behind the podcast Teasy's Table. He's made a way for himself in both music and wrestling, eventually earning himself the moniker of the Wrestling Theme Song King. Tap in to learn all about Teasy and what it takes to make it happen despite life's challenges. Teasy is sure to inspire on this one!

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Season 2, Episode 13: Catalina Rises

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 04:54:00 -0000

In this episode, meet Catalina Rises. Catalina grew up in foster care. She used her pain as motivation to find a way for herself, while helping others along the way. Hear her story and how you can join in on her effort to make the world a better place.

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Season 2, Episode 12: Scissor Shaw and Heads Up Barbershop

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 10:01:00 -0000

In this week's episode, meet @scissor_shaw_ . Shaw shares his journey from the streets to the barbershop. He is living testimony that anyone can turn their life around. Shaw's story is sure to inspire as he talks about what it takes to make it from a prison cell to a successful entrepreneur who had to navigate many obstacles along his journey. Please listen, subscribe/follow, like, and share. Drop us a comment to join the conversation.

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Season 2, Episode 11: Moose In The Burg

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In this episode, meet Moose In The Burg. Moose dives into all things creative as he shares his story and his passion for fashion. He has a unique Youtube channel where he shares tips on firearm handling and skateboard tricks. Moose is sure to inspire as he dives into his creative process including but not limited to custom prints, embroidery, hand-bags, jewelry and all things creative. Get to know Moose and all about what he has to offer. This episode will not disappoint. Please be sure to subscribe/follow, like, comment, and hit the notification button for all of our latest content.

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Season 2, Episode 10: Amaru Jahseh On Life Through the Lens

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In Episode 10, meet creative Amaru Jahseh. Amaru shares some heartbreaking life experience that he manages to transmute into purpose driven passion. Learn about the metaphor of life through the camera lens, and how a shift in perspective can change everything. This episode gets deep! Tap in for some life lessons and inspiration on the next episode of the Live Struggle Legacy podcast. Please be sure to subscribe/follow, like, comment, and share!

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Season 2, Episode 9: Lewis Garcia and GS Wellness

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In episode 9 of season 2, meet Lewis Garcia. Another veteran on the show, Lewis is a talented musician from Bronx, NY. He talks about his pathway through music and having to change his focus to fatherhood, family, and financial freedom. Learn all about the family owned and operated brand GS Wellness and their incredible, non-toxic candles that you can customize for your business or personal events. Lewis proves he still has the music in him with a special acoustic performance that you don't want to miss. Please be sure to listen, subscribe/follow, like, comment, and share. Thank you all for pulling up!

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Season 2, Episode 8: Lil Ph33

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In this week's episode, meet hip-hop and R-n-B sensation Lil Ph33. Ph33 shares his journey through music and surviving the streets of south St. Pete. He takes us through his catalog and shares what it takes to make a great song. An incredible singer and song-writer, Ph33 gives us some tips on the creative process and gives us an inside look on brand new content coming soon. Another episode you don't want to miss! Please be sure to subscribe/follow, like, comment, share, and leave us a review to tell us what's on your mind. Thank you all for pulling up!

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Season 2, Episode 7: DC and Country Boy Cutz

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In this week's episode, meet celebrity barber DC and learn all about Country Boy Cutz and his new brand Maewetha. DC talks all things from Williston, FL to St. Pete. He takes us through the ups and downs of the streets and what it takes to go from rock-bottom to living your dream. Pick up these jewels and tap in! Please be sure to subscribe/follow, like, comment, and share. Leave us a review to tell us what you think. Thank you all for pulling up!

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Season 2, Episode 6: Orlando Padron and Raider World

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 05:00:00 -0000

In this episode, meet Orlando Padron. Orlando tells his story about how the Marine Corps saved him from the streets and taught him skills and organization that set him up for success in any given circumstance. Orlando moved from St. Petersburg, FL to Southern California where he was stationed at Camp Pendleton in San Diego. During this time, he made friends with local bikers and eventually joined a motorcycle club. His passion for riding and constant yearning for upgrades to his bike inspired him to start a DIY Youtube channel where he demonstrates custom modifications in step-by-step, easy to follow instructions. His Youtube channel is growing by the day as Orlando continues to connect with like minds while he sharing his passion for custom motorcycles. He tells us all about his life journey and what it takes to build a successful Youtube channel from nothing. Please listen, like, comment, and share. Be sure to subscribe/follow and hit the notification button for all the latest content from the Live Struggle Legacy Podcast.

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Season 2, Episode 5: Shawt Tee and Stylish Entertainment

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 12:54:00 -0000

In our first episode of 2025, Shawt Tee tells us what it takes to transform a dream into a workable plan. T takes us from the early years of rapping and doing shows through his journey as the go-to recording engineer in St. Pete, to his current work in photography and video. He tells us the story of his brand and shares valuable insight into what takes to find success in an ever changing industry. You will be inspired! Please be sure to subscribe/follow, like, comment, share, and review us to tell us what you think. Thank you all for tapping in!

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Season 2, Episode 4: Reign Ink

Thu, 26 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0000

In episode 4 of season 2, learn all about Reign Ink. Multi-talented Reign speaks on his journey through art, music, and incarceration. He provides a look into the creative mind with an entrepreneurial Spirit. Reign made the best out of a bad situation by turning his passion for art into a successful tattoo shop. In addition to his tattoo shop in Panama City, FL, Reign travels from city to city for tattoo conventions where he grows his network and expands his business. Listen now to hear more about Reign Ink's journey and how he learned to turn his passion into profits. Please listen, like, subscribe/follow, comment, and share our content with other like-minds. Thank you for listening to the Live Struggle Legacy Podcast.

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Season 2, Episode 3: Danny Carelli and Valhalla Ordnance

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0000

In episode 3 of season 2, MP introduces St. Pete influencer and serial entrepreneur Danny Carelli. Learn all about Valhalla Ordnance and the life and times of Doppler Danny (the internet meteorologist). Danny discusses his innate drive for building businesses that serve his community. He shares some insight into his personal life and what he had to do in order to stay productive despite serious set backs. MP and Danny discuss everything from hip hop music to internet meteorology in this special episode of the Live Struggle Legacy podcast. Please listen, follow, like, comment, and leave us a review to tell us what you think. Thank you all for tapping in!

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Season 2, Episode 2: Life and Music with Chris Cage

Thu, 12 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0000

In this episode, learn all about Chris Cage and his life in music. MP and Chris go back twenty plus years and discuss their history in music and what it means to support each other through life's many challenges. There are plenty of jewels to pick up in this episode. You don't want to miss it! Please remember to hit the follow, like, and subscribe buttons. Drop a comment and and leave us a review to tell us what's on your mind. Thank you all for tapping in!

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Season 2, Episode 1: HardWhite and The Autism Acceptance All-Stars

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 05:00:00 -0000

Welcome to the Premiere of Season 2 of the Live Struggle Legacy podcast! In this episode, MP introduces life-long friend JJ Henry (AKA, HardWhite). They share some stories of the past, the joy of parenthood, and JJ gives us perspective on what it's like to raise a child on the autism spectrum. JJ offers insight and valuable resources through his Non-Profit Organization, The Autism Acceptance All-Stars. AAAS is an organization that provides community through inclusion and offers information and resources that not only help parents and relatives with the resources they need to support their loved ones living with autism, but they also encourage inclusion and acceptance through educational opportunities for everyone. To learn more about AAAS, visit www.theaaas.org. Listen now for some great entertainment and a little education that could potentially change your life or the life of someone you love. Thank you all for tapping in! Please be sure to hit the follow, like and notification buttons and drop us a comment to share your thoughts.

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Episode 15, MP: Season Finale

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0000

In the season finale, MP reinforces gratitude and brings us back to the foundation of the Live Strugle Legacy movement. He offers some words of encourage for creators abroad and sounds off a roll call for anyone who wants to get involved with the platform. Thank you all for giving us your time and attention. Please be sure to hit the subscribe/follow button, the notification button, and drop a comment to let us know your thoughts. We're taking a short break and we'll be back soon with season 2 of the Live Struggle Legacy podcast! We building pyramids!

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Episode 14, MP: Gratitude

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0000

In episode 14, MP talks about the power of gratitude and how learning to appreciate the little things kept him positive through the hardest times. He discusses his career in fitness finally taking off, while simultaneously taking over his personal life. In an effort to connect with like-minded people, MP started taking an advanced yoga class at a popular studio in St.Pete. Here, he meets the mother of his child. Suddenly, everything changes when MP becomes a Dad. Listen to the full-episode for more. Please subscribe/follow, like, comment, share, and be sure to hit the notification button for new episodes from the Live Struggle Legacy podcast.

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Episode 13, MP: Home Confinement to Freedom

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 04:00:00 -0000

In episode 13, MP speaks on the struggle of obtaining employment as a convicted felon, the recivism rate, and the work ethic required to create opportunities after prison. He explains the traps set by the halfway house and the criminal justice system that work against any rehabilitative effort of the individual transitioning from prison to the free world. MP describes how incarceration institutionalizes the individual with the intent of making them government dependent and far more likely to relapse into crime. This episode sheds light on the reality facing an incarcerated person returning to freedom and offers insight and inspiration on what one needs to do to remain successful and free post prison. Please follow, like, comment, and share. We appreciate all of the support.

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Episode 12, MP: Yazoo City to the Halfway House

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 04:00:00 -0000

In episode 12, MP ends up back in solitary confinement as he fights for his medical rights. After two years at Yazoo City Low, he gets another in-house transfer to the camp where he serves the remainder of his bid. MP finally gets a taste of freedom when they release him to the halfway house. Here, he faces the obstacles of an ex-con as he tries to find work. His stigma as a convicted felon serves him rejection after rejection. Listen to the full episode for more. Please follow, like, comment, share, and be sure to hit the notification button for future episodes.

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Episode 11, MP: Yazoo City

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 04:00:00 -0000

In episode 11, things get heated when MP gets a disciplinary transfer to Yazoo City. His 3 month transit takes him from Carolina to ATL USP, con-air to Oklahoma FDC, then a 12 hour bus ride to Yazoo City FCC where he's housed for the next 4-years. His new destination brings its share of adversity, but the sliver lining was his music and finding familiar faces in an unfamiliar place. MP tells some wild stories about Yazoo City and offers insight on how to keep it together despite some of the most trying times. Please hit the follow button, hit the notification button, and give us an honest review. We appreciate everyone coming this far with us.

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Episode 10, MP: The Camp

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 04:00:00 -0000

In episode 10, MP finds himself one step closer to freedom as he gets an in-house transfer to the Williamsburg Camp. His first time in a minimum security institution, MP describes the costs and benefits of the camp life. Namely, more freedom and less respect. Please be sure to follow us and hit the notification button for all of our latest episodes. Like, comment, share...engage! Please rate us and tell us what you liked about our stories for future episodes.

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Episode 9, MP: Cellies and the SHU

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 04:00:00 -0000

An episode you don't want to miss! In Episode 9, MP introduces you to several of his cellies (cellmates) that he bunked with throughout his time in Williamsburg FCI. He finds himself in the SHU (Special Housing Unit) and provides some insight on the experience. This episode provides a comical account of his time in isolation with his co-defendant and takes you all into the next segment of his journey through incarceration. Please be sure to hit the follow and notification button for all of our latest content. Leave us a review to let us know what you think of this podcast. Thank you all for tapping in!

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Episode 8, MP: Prison Economy

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 04:00:00 -0000

In episode 8, MP brings you into the prison economy and the creative entrepreneurship of some of the many talented individuals who are incarcerated. Three government issue meals a day is barely enough for a grown man to survive year after year in prison. MP dives into some of the hustles that people would take on in order to have a little something extra to carry them through their bid. Thank you all for coming this far with us. Please make sure to follow, like, comment, and share to help us get our stories out to the world.

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Episode 7, MP: Williamsburg, SC

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 13:27:00 -0000

Get ready for another wild ride as MP takes you from transit to the prison compound. In episode 7, MP gets designated to Williamsburg Federal Correctional Institution, a medium/high security prison in Williamsburg, South Carolina. His first time in prison, he has no idea what to expect and is prepared for the worst. MP goes into some of the politics of prison and the strict code that he followed in order to stay safe in a hostile environment. He describes life as an inmate and the regimen that kept his mind and body healthy despite trying circumstances. Make sure you hit the follow and notification button for all of the latest content from MP and Live Struggle Legacy.

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Episode 6, MP: Indictment Papers

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 04:00:00 -0000

In episode 6, MP takes you on a wild ride that leads to federal indictment. He tells you all about diesel therapy and what to expect as a federal inmate in privately owned jails. Everyone is not who they claim to be. Friends turn to co-defendants and suddenly, everybody knows your name. Despite an unfortunate turn of events, MP finds a shimmer of hope by holding firm to his dreams. Please be sure to follow, like, comment, and share. HIt the notification bell for new content from Live Struggle Legacy. Leave us a review and tell us what you think. We appreciate you coming this far with us.

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Episode 5, MP: From Potent Entertainment to Arraignment

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 04:00:00 -0000

Things heat up in episode 5. MP discusses his rise and fall from the world of music to the federal courthouse. MP meets some major characters in the music business and starts networking with industry players from all over Tampa Bay. With one foot in the entertainment business and the other foot in the streets, he soon finds himself under investigation. Just as MP starts getting his business in order for a career in music, his dream is quickly deferred when an investigation leads to federal indictment papers. MP watches everything and everyone around him crumble before his eyes. This is an episode you don't want to miss. Please subscribe, follow, like, comment, and share. Tell us what you think by leaving us a review.

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Episode 4, MP: The Streets

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 04:00:00 -0000

In this episode, MP speaks on his first time in jail, violating probation, and jail with no bail. While serving a county bid, MP finds the inspiration to get serious about his music and turn his passion into a business. A night out with friends turns into a spell of betrayal, leading to a night in jail. Within just a few months of being sentenced to probation, a trip to the studio with the homie leads to a high-speed chase that ends with even more serious criminal charges. Sleepless nights in a jail cell transform prison bars into hip-hop bars. MP finds himself on house arrest and uses his free-time to make a plan that would eventually bring his vision for his music to fruition. Be sure to subscribe, follow, and hit the like button to hear the latest content from Live Struggle Legacy.

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Episode 3, MP: The Jump Off

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 04:00:00 -0000

In this episode, MP talks about searching for role models and his early introduction to the street life.

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Episode 2, MP: The Early Years

Thu, 18 Jul 2024 04:00:00 -0000

In this episode, MP introduces you to his family roots and childhood history.

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Epiosde 1: Intro

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 04:00:00 -0000

In this episode, MP provides the back story and mission of the Live Struggle Legacy movement.

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