In this episode, we are keeping it rollinnnnnn with part 2 of the interview with deep thinker, incessant learner, former NFL player Elvis Akpla.

Last week, Elvis gave us a look into the neglected parts of American history and how he believes we can end racism (Listen to Part 1 HERE).

Today, he tells his fascinating personal story from growing up in poverty to finding a way to be successful and happy.

Elvis has a pretty incredible and challenging background that has helped shape him into the man he is today.

In this episode, Elvis talks about:

The stark differences in racism between his home town and Africa and the United States
Why he frequently slept over at 10+ different family friends throughout high school
The key ingredient that helped him overcome poverty and be successful
How being an athlete protected him a bit from racism
The last minute track and field scholarship her earned that eventually led him to the NFL
The importance of athlete’s using their platform to share their voice

And more.

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