Tray of Truths

Tray Patrick
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Tray of Truths Podcast is a purpose driven platform built on real conversations about adversity, identity, growth, and resilience. Each episode delivers authentic experiences and meaningful perspective designed to inspire clarity, strengthen mindset, and encourage personal growth. Tray of Truths exists to empower listeners with truth, purpose, and the confidence to navigate life with intention.

  1. Sep 4 ·  Video

    Brittany Smith on Starting Over at 35, Military Life & Choosing Herself | Tray of Truths #51

    Brittany Smith joins Tray of Truths for an honest conversation about starting over at 35, finding purpose, mental health, entrepreneurship, grief, relationships, faith, military life and learning to choose yourself. Brittany shares her journey from college struggles and loss to building a successful career in the beauty industry, experiencing burnout, calling off her engagement, pursuing the military in her 30s and ultimately moving from North Carolina to Tampa to begin a new chapter.  This conversation goes beyond success stories and explores the realities of reinvention: grieving the life you thought you would have, accepting what no longer serves you, setting boundaries, navigating entrepreneurship, dealing with burnout and discovering that sometimes the biggest act of self-respect is giving yourself permission to start over. Brittany's story is a powerful reminder that you are not behind, your timeline is not over, and changing direction does not mean you failed. ------------------------------------------------------ 00:00 – Meet Brittany Smith 04:18 – Starting Over at 35 09:02 – Grief, College & Mental Health 14:37 – How Hair Became a Career 20:11 – Burnout & Finding Purpose 25:46 – Why I Chose the Military 31:05 – What Basic Training Taught Me 36:24 – Faith, Purpose & Resilience 41:18 – Grieving the Life You Imagined 46:07 – Why I Called Off My Wedding 51:12 – Healing, Dating & Being Alone 56:08 – The Truth About Entrepreneurship 1:02:14 – When Business Becomes Your Identity 1:07:21 – Starting Over in Tampa 1:12:48 – Choosing Yourself & What’s Next 1:17:00 – Outro Leave a review here Follow Tray of Truths Podcast: INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/trayoftruths?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== TWITTER | https://x.com/1realtray?s=21 TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@1realtray?_t=ZT-8yF4tmKCZ3e&_r=1 FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/share/16NLuKUrxb/?mibextid=wwXIfr SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/5bDb2kPVu7sIzaqTb4tOJz APPLE PODCAST | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tray-of-truths/id1794656555 Join the Lounge Family (Free Guides, Merch, & More): Website | www.trayoftruths.com Extras | https://linktr.ee/TrayofTruths

  2. Aug 26 ·  Video

    Mia Bacon on Motherhood, Entrepreneurship & Building a Successful Beauty Business Tray of Truths #50

    Mia Bacon joins Tray of Truths for an honest and unfiltered conversation about teenage motherhood, entrepreneurship, personal growth, family, overcoming your environment, and building a business from the ground up. At just 27 years old, Mia has spent nearly nine years in the beauty industry and recently opened her own salon and suites after years of building a loyal clientele as a nail artist. But her journey to becoming a young business owner wasn't easy. Mia opens up about growing up between Florida and Chicago, being heavily influenced by her environment, moving back to Florida as a teenager, becoming a mother at 19, and learning how to completely change the direction of her life. She also gets real about choosing nail school over college, dealing with her family's doubts, starting her career making only about $70 a week, and refusing to give up when the business wasn't immediately profitable. Mia explains how she turned her passion into a successful career, built a nine-year clientele, and eventually created her own salon space for other beauty professionals. The conversation goes deeper into single motherhood, raising her son with the help of her mother, learning from her own childhood experiences, balancing motherhood with entrepreneurship, and the challenge of maintaining an identity outside of being a mom. Mia also discusses the pressure of working long hours, burnout, learning to say no, protecting her energy, and creating boundaries with clients. ------------------------------------------------------ 00:00 – Meet Mia: Entrepreneur, Mother & Beauty Professional 04:30 – Growing Up Between Florida & Chicago 08:45 – How Her Environment Shaped Her 13:20 – Becoming a Mother at 19 & Changing Her Direction 18:10 – Choosing Nail School Over College 23:15 – Starting Out Making Only $70 a Week 28:30 – Raising a Son While Building a Career 34:10 – Motherhood, Trauma & Breaking Generational Patterns 39:20 – The Reality of Being a Single Mom & Entrepreneur 44:30 – From Working at Home to Opening Her Own Salon 50:00 – Becoming a Young Boss & Creating a Healthy Business Environment 55:00 – Building a Beauty Empire & Planning for Life After 30 59:30 – Burnout, Boundaries & Learning to Say No 1:03:00 – Protecting Your Energy & Knowing Who Deserves Access 1:06:00 – Dating, Family Values & Emotional Compatibility 1:09:00 – The Lesson Mia Would Give Her Younger Self 1:10:00 – Tray of Truths: The Lesson Life Kept Repeating Leave a review here Follow Tray of Truths Podcast: INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/trayoftruths?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== TWITTER | https://x.com/1realtray?s=21 TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@1realtray?_t=ZT-8yF4tmKCZ3e&_r=1 FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/share/16NLuKUrxb/?mibextid=wwXIfr SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/5bDb2kPVu7sIzaqTb4tOJz APPLE PODCAST | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tray-of-truths/id1794656555 Join the Lounge Family (Free Guides, Merch, & More): Website | www.trayoftruths.com Extras | https://linktr.ee/TrayofTruths

  3. Aug 19 ·  Video

    Larry Walker Jr. on Leaving Football, Finding Purpose & Building a Legacy | Tray of Truths #49

    Larry Walker Jr. joins Tray of Truths for a raw and honest conversation about life after football, finding purpose, becoming a man, entrepreneurship, education, faith, and building a legacy. A former Division I athlete from Aliquippa, Pennsylvania, Larry opens up about growing up in an environment that shaped him, using football as an outlet for the trauma and challenges he witnessed, and eventually realizing that his identity had to become bigger than sports. Larry shares what it was like leaving home to play Division I football at the University at Albany, adjusting to life seven hours away from his family, questioning his future in football, and learning how those experiences forced him to look at himself differently. He also opens up about returning home and becoming a teacher and coach, where his personal experiences now allow him to connect with and impact younger students in a way that goes beyond sports. The conversation takes a deeper turn when Larry explains the story behind 7 Styles, his clothing brand, and why the business represents much more than fashion. He discusses the influence of NIL, learning how to market himself as an athlete, taking a calculated risk on entrepreneurship, developing confidence, and building a brand that he hopes can become a generational legacy. Larry also gets candid about self-belief, authenticity, masculinity, adapting to change, and the importance of doing things for yourself instead of constantly seeking validation from other people. His advice to his younger self is simple but powerful: believe in yourself, take the risk, and stop allowing other people's opinions to determine your path. This episode is ultimately about what happens when the dream you originally chased ends and you're forced to discover who you really are. Larry Walker Jr.'s story is a reminder that football can end, careers can change, businesses can evolve, and circumstances can shift but purpose, character, impact, and legacy can continue to grow. ------------------------------------------------------ 00:00 – Intro & Meeting Larry Walker Jr. 04:15 – Growing Up in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania 09:05 – Family, Sports & The Environment That Shaped Him 14:20 – Using Football to Deal With Life's Challenges 19:10 – Leaving Home & Playing Division I Football 24:35 – Finding Yourself After Football 29:45 – Returning Home & Giving Back to Students 35:00 – Becoming a Teacher, Coach & Mentor 40:10 – The Story Behind 7 Styles 45:25 – NIL, Personal Branding & Taking the Entrepreneurial Risk 50:15 – Building a Brand With Purpose & Creating a Legacy 54:20 – Self-Confidence, Authenticity & Becoming Your Own Man 58:05 – The Advice Larry Would Give His Younger Self 1:00:40 – Larry's Final Truth: Are You Proud of Who You're Becoming? 1:03:00 – Final Thoughts & 7 Styles Leave a review here Follow Tray of Truths Podcast: INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/trayoftruths?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== TWITTER | https://x.com/1realtray?s=21 TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@1realtray?_t=ZT-8yF4tmKCZ3e&_r=1 FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/share/16NLuKUrxb/?mibextid=wwXIfr SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/5bDb2kPVu7sIzaqTb4tOJz APPLE PODCAST | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tray-of-truths/id1794656555 Join the Lounge Family (Free Guides, Merch, & More): Website | www.trayoftruths.com Extras | https://linktr.ee/TrayofTruths

  4. Aug 13 ·  Video

    Khalid Cohn on Growing Up Fast, Finding Purpose & Breaking Generational Cycles | Tray of Truths #48

    In this powerful episode of Tray of Truths, host Latravious Patrick sits down with 21-year-old Khalid for an honest conversation about struggle, discipline, faith, purpose, relationships, and becoming the man he believes he is meant to be. Khalid opens up about being adopted and raised by his aunt, growing up without his father consistently present, experiencing homelessness and financial hardship, sleeping in difficult circumstances, and being forced to take on adult responsibilities at a young age. Instead of allowing those experiences to define him, Khalid explains how they shaped his mindset, discipline, gratitude, and desire to build a better future. The conversation also explores why Khalid chose not to pursue college, how football and wrestling gave him structure, and why he eventually walked away from partying, drinking, smoking, and the lifestyle he once considered normal. He shares how working with children as a surf instructor helped him discover his purpose and realize that he wanted to inspire and motivate others. Khalid also gets vulnerable about marriage, becoming a father, responsibility, patience, and what it means to become a better man for the people depending on him. He explains how marriage changed his perspective and pushed him to think beyond himself. One of the most meaningful parts of the conversation comes when Khalid discusses his decision to convert to Islam, what faith means to him, how Islam gave him structure and peace, and what it has taught him about discipline, sacrifice, purpose, and his relationship with God. This episode is ultimately about growth, self-discovery, discipline, faith, fatherhood, purpose, gratitude, and breaking generational cycles.  Khalid's story is a reminder that your circumstances may shape you, but they do not have to determine who you become. If you're in your 20s, trying to find your purpose, struggling to leave an old lifestyle behind, building discipline, strengthening your faith, or simply trying to become a better version of yourself, this conversation is for you. ------------------------------------------------------ 00:00 — Khalid Opens Up About Finding His Path 05:45 — Growing Up Adopted, Homeless & Without a Father 13:20 — Being Forced to Grow Up Before His Time 20:10 — How Football & Wrestling Taught Him Discipline 26:40 — Sleeping on Couches & Struggling With His Friends 33:15 — Why Khalid Chose Not to Go to College 39:10 — Finding His Purpose & Walking Away From Partying 45:20 — Quitting Smoking, Drinking & Becoming Disciplined 51:15 — Cutting His Dreads & Leaving His Old Identity Behind 56:40 — Gratitude, Reflection & Breaking Generational Cycles 1:02:15 — Marriage, Fatherhood & Becoming a Better Man 1:07:30 — Why Khalid Converted to Islam 1:11:20 — Being the Black Sheep & Finding Purpose Through Faith 1:13:40 — The Sacrifice That Changed His Perspective Leave a review here Follow Tray of Truths Podcast: INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/trayoftruths?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== TWITTER | https://x.com/1realtray?s=21 TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@1realtray?_t=ZT-8yF4tmKCZ3e&_r=1 FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/share/16NLuKUrxb/?mibextid=wwXIfr SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/5bDb2kPVu7sIzaqTb4tOJz APPLE PODCAST | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tray-of-truths/id1794656555 Join the Lounge Family (Free Guides, Merch, & More): Website | www.trayoftruths.com Extras | https://linktr.ee/TrayofTruths

  5. Aug 6 ·  Video

    Christian Lawrence on Personal Growth, Entrepreneurship & Becoming a Better Man | Tray of Truths #47

    In this powerful episode of Tray of Truths, Tray sits down with Christian Lawrence, Tampa entrepreneur, barber, artist, and soon-to-be father, for an honest conversation about faith, purpose, discipline, resilience, and building a life rooted in service. Christian shares how walking away from his dream of playing basketball forced him to rediscover his identity and pursue entrepreneurship through barbering. What began with a pair of clippers has grown into a thriving business, a growing personal brand, and a vision to create opportunities for others. The conversation dives into overcoming adversity, trusting God's timing, navigating setbacks, financial struggles, becoming debt-free, preparing for fatherhood, maintaining healthy boundaries, serving your community, and learning that success isn't just about money—it's about impact. If you're searching for motivation, entrepreneurship advice, faith-based encouragement, personal development, leadership, or inspiration for young men chasing purpose, this episode is for you. This is a raw conversation about becoming the person God created you to be while building a legacy that lasts. ------------------------------------------------------ 00:00 Introduction & Meeting Christian Lawrence 02:48 Mental health check and showing up despite adversity 06:15 Growing up in Tampa with a blended family 10:08 Letting go of basketball dreams and finding purpose 15:12 Why serving others matters more than money 19:34 Building a business while staying true to yourself 24:05 Faith, baptism, and God's purpose for his life 29:12 Becoming a successful entrepreneur through barbering 34:18 Fear, confidence, and trusting your instincts 38:55 Setting boundaries while serving people every day 43:10 Preparing for fatherhood and raising a future leader 49:02 Lessons from failure, debt, and financial freedom 54:06 Tray Truths: Small victories, legacy, and final advice Leave a review here Follow Tray of Truths Podcast: INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/trayoftruths?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== TWITTER | https://x.com/1realtray?s=21 TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@1realtray?_t=ZT-8yF4tmKCZ3e&_r=1 FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/share/16NLuKUrxb/?mibextid=wwXIfr SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/5bDb2kPVu7sIzaqTb4tOJz APPLE PODCAST | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tray-of-truths/id1794656555 Join the Lounge Family (Free Guides, Merch, & More): Website | www.trayoftruths.com Extras | https://linktr.ee/TrayofTruths

  6. Jul 30 ·  Video

    Alexa Woodman on Building a Business, Battling Depression, & Trusting God | Tray of Truths #46

    In this powerful episode of Tray of Truths, Tray sits down with entrepreneur, Olympic weightlifter, hot Pilates instructor, and women's coach Alexa Woodman for one of the most honest conversations yet. Alexa opens up about walking away from stability to pursue purpose, overcoming rejection while building her business, battling depression, protecting her vision, and learning to trust God's timing even when nothing seemed to be working. Together, Tray and Alexa discuss the reality behind entrepreneurship, the importance of mental health, why success often requires isolation, and how faith can completely transform your life. This conversation goes far beyond fitness and business. It's about becoming the person God created you to be, finding purpose through pain, and refusing to quit when life keeps telling you "no." Whether you're building a business, struggling with your mental health, chasing your dreams, or searching for hope, this episode will challenge your mindset and encourage you to keep moving forward. If this episode impacts you, be sure to Like, Subscribe, Share, and leave a review to help more people discover these life-changing conversations. ------------------------------------------------------ 00:00 Introduction & Meet Alexa Woodman 02:45 Becoming a Business Owner & Helping Women Transform Their Lives 08:20 Losing Yourself While Pouring Into Everyone Else 13:10 Injury, Burnout & Finding Purpose Again 18:45 Trusting God's Plan During Difficult Seasons 24:30 Starting a Business From Scratch 30:05 Rejection, Patience & Learning Through Failure 35:50 Why Most People Quit Too Soon 41:15 Protecting Your Vision From Negative Opinions 47:00 Building Confidence & Becoming the Person You Were Meant to Be 52:10 Faith, Depression & Healing Through God 58:00 Advice for Anyone Chasing Their Dreams 1:02:00 Final Truths & Closing Thoughts Leave a review here Follow Tray of Truths Podcast: INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/trayoftruths?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== TWITTER | https://x.com/1realtray?s=21 TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@1realtray?_t=ZT-8yF4tmKCZ3e&_r=1 FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/share/16NLuKUrxb/?mibextid=wwXIfr SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/5bDb2kPVu7sIzaqTb4tOJz APPLE PODCAST | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tray-of-truths/id1794656555 Join the Lounge Family (Free Guides, Merch, & More): Website | www.trayoftruths.com Extras | https://linktr.ee/TrayofTruths

  7. Jul 22 ·  Video

    Aidan Terrell on Mastering Your Mind, Purpose & Building a Life That Matters | Tray of Truths #45

    In this episode of Tray of Truths, Tray sits down with Aidan Terrell for an honest conversation about discipline, purpose, faith, mental health, and becoming the best version of yourself. After leaving Georgia and moving to Tampa with no safety net, Aidan shares how isolation, injury, and adversity helped reshape his identity and uncover a greater purpose. Together, they discuss mastering your mindset, embracing discomfort, building confidence, taking action despite fear, public speaking, personal growth, and why true success starts long before money or recognition. If you're searching for clarity, motivation, or direction in life, this episode delivers practical wisdom that will challenge the way you think and inspire you to keep moving forward. --------------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Introduction & Meeting Aidan Terrell 02:45 How Mentality Controls Your Life 06:10 Life After a Career-Changing Injury 10:15 Why Isolation Can Be Your Greatest Advantage 14:30 Leaving Georgia & Starting Over in Tampa 18:55 Building Relationships in a New City 23:10 The Truth About Social Media Connections 27:05 Why Discipline Creates Freedom 32:10 Speaking With Confidence at a Young Age 37:25 Credibility, Consistency & Showing Up Daily 42:10 Escaping Other People's Expectations 46:30 Why You Must Stop Comparing Your Journey 50:20 Building a Life Around Purpose & Self-Mastery 54:15 Helping Others Without Losing Yourself 58:10 Finding Clarity Through Silence & Action Leave a review here Follow Tray of Truths Podcast: INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/trayoftruths?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== TWITTER | https://x.com/1realtray?s=21 TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@1realtray?_t=ZT-8yF4tmKCZ3e&_r=1 FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/share/16NLuKUrxb/?mibextid=wwXIfr SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/5bDb2kPVu7sIzaqTb4tOJz APPLE PODCAST | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tray-of-truths/id1794656555 Join the Lounge Family (Free Guides, Merch, & More): Website | www.trayoftruths.com Extras | https://linktr.ee/TrayofTruths

  8. Jul 15 ·  Video

    Chris Felton Breaks Down the Reality of Promoting, Success & Staying Consistent | Tray of Truths #44

    Success in nightlife isn't just about sold-out events and social media highlights. Behind every packed venue are sleepless nights, financial risks, slow events, setbacks, and countless lessons that never make it online. In this episode of Tray of Truths, Chris Felton pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to build a respected name in Orlando's nightlife industry. From throwing teenage parties to becoming one of Orlando's most recognized promoters, Chris shares the highs, the losses, and the mindset required to survive an industry where consistency is everything. Chris opens up about learning business structure, dealing with people who only show up for the wins, taking financial losses, staying patient when success seems delayed, and balancing entrepreneurship with financial security. This conversation goes far beyond promoting—it's about discipline, resilience, waiting your turn, building multiple income streams, protecting your peace, and staying authentic while everyone else tries to copy your blueprint. Whether you're an entrepreneur, promoter, business owner, creative, or someone chasing success, this episode delivers practical advice and real-life lessons that apply far beyond nightlife. If you enjoy conversations about entrepreneurship, mindset, business growth, financial freedom, branding, networking, leadership, and personal development, this episode is for you. Subscribe to Tray of Truths for more honest conversations that challenge perspectives and inspire growth. --------------------------------------------------------------- 00:00 Introduction & Meet Chris Felton 02:15 How Promoting Changed His Life 05:30 Learning Business Before Making Money 09:10 The Truth About Friends, Business & Loyalty 12:45 Building Structure That Lasts 16:05 Why You Can't Please Everyone 19:15 Transitioning Into Orlando Nightlife 23:00 The Hardest Lessons About Entrepreneurship 26:20 Handling Financial Losses & Slow Nights 30:10 Competition, Saturation & Finding Your Lane 33:50 Multiple Income Streams vs Depending on One Business 37:00 Waiting Your Turn Without Giving Up 40:15 Misconceptions About Being a Promoter 43:00 Chris Defines Peace & Financial Freedom 45:20 Final Thoughts & Where to Find Chris Felton Leave a review here Follow Tray of Truths Podcast: INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/trayoftruths?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== TWITTER | https://x.com/1realtray?s=21 TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@1realtray?_t=ZT-8yF4tmKCZ3e&_r=1 FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/share/16NLuKUrxb/?mibextid=wwXIfr SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/5bDb2kPVu7sIzaqTb4tOJz APPLE PODCAST | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tray-of-truths/id1794656555 Join the Lounge Family (Free Guides, Merch, & More): Website | www.trayoftruths.com Extras | https://linktr.ee/TrayofTruths

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Tray of Truths Podcast is a purpose driven platform built on real conversations about adversity, identity, growth, and resilience. Each episode delivers authentic experiences and meaningful perspective designed to inspire clarity, strengthen mindset, and encourage personal growth. Tray of Truths exists to empower listeners with truth, purpose, and the confidence to navigate life with intention.

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  • Creator
    Tray Patrick
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    54
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Tray of Truths
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