The LifeStrong Project

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Welcome to 'The Lifestrong Project' with your host AyeCee, a podcast dedicated to uplifting and empowering the African American culture and community. Join AyeCee as he shares inspiring stories, insightful discussions, and practical advice aimed at celebrating the richness and resilience of black culture. From spotlighting black excellence and achievements to addressing important social issues and challenges, 'The Lifestrong Project' serves as a beacon of hope and inspiration for listeners seeking to thrive in today's world. Tune in to join the movement of empowerment and transformation, as we uplift the voices and experiences of the African American community. Subscribe now and be part of the journey to strengthen, uplift, and celebrate black culture with AyeCee on 'The Lifestrong Project'.Become a "Lifestrong Project" supporter!

  1. God Designed You for Impact: Discovering Your Spiritual DNA

    Mar 9

    God Designed You for Impact: Discovering Your Spiritual DNA

    What if the purpose youve been searching for has been inside you all along? In this powerful episode of The Lifestrong Project, host AyeCee sits down with prophetic teacher, author, and purpose coach Dr. E. Laura Porter to explore one of lifes most important questions: Why was I created? Dr. Porter shares the heart behind her book Purpose Unlocked: Discovering Your Spiritual DNA, where she introduces the transformational S.H.A.P.E.D. framework Spiritual Gifts, Heart, Abilities, Personality, Experiences, and Deployed. Through this model, she helps believers understand how God uniquely designed each person for Kingdom impact. Together, they discuss: Why so many people struggle to discover their purpose How to hear Gods voice with clarity The connection between inner healing and walking in your calling How your life experiences shape your spiritual DNA What it means to live fully aligned with Gods plan for your life Dr. Porter also shares insights from her work through RORDEL Incorporated, ELP Ministries, and the Purpose Unlocked Podcast, where she equips believers to grow in spiritual maturity and boldly step into their God-ordained assignments. If youve ever felt stuck, uncertain, or unsure about the direction of your life, this conversation will encourage you to seek God, discover your identity, and unlock the purpose that was placed inside you before you were born. Because the truth is simple: You were created on purpose, for purpose, by a God. Listen, subscribe, and share this episode with someone who is searching for their purpose.

    1h 11m
  2. Fewer Matches, Better Love: How to Date With Intention

    Mar 4

    Fewer Matches, Better Love: How to Date With Intention

    If dating apps feel like a second job, youre not alone. In this episode, certified matchmaker and single mom Felicity Morgan explains why more matches isnt the answerand how focusing on fewer, better matches can change everything. As the founder of Elite Rendezvous and creator of the relationship app Door2, Felicity helps busy adults stop repeating the same dating cycles and start choosing relationships that truly fit their lives. In this interview, we cover: The real reasons modern dating feels overwhelming How to move from guessing to dating with intention What makes matchmaking different from swipe-based apps Practical tips for single parents who want to date without chaos How to create a privacy-first dating experience Spotting consistency early as a key green flag Exiting a situation earlykindly and guilt-free

    57 min
  3. Excellence Without Burnout: Redefining Success for Black Students and Families

    Feb 25

    Excellence Without Burnout: Redefining Success for Black Students and Families

    On this episode of The Lifestrong Project, were digging into what it really means to pursue excellence without losing yourself. Depression, anxiety, and suicide are rising among Black youth and college students, often fueled by intense pressure to succeed. At the same time, more high-achieving Black students are gaining access to elite spaceswhile silently battling burnout, isolation, and unspoken mental health struggles. Our guest, Nicole Olaniyi, is the founder of Lionheart Coaching Academy and co-creator of Black Founders Formula. Shes a Princeton admit, author, and nonprofit leader whose life checks every success box on paperbut behind the scenes, she wrestled with depression, anxiety, and an eating disorder she didnt yet have the language for. In this conversation, we explore: Why external achievement doesnt guarantee internal peace How the pressure on Black high achievers is showing up as burnout and breakdown What elite achievement looks like in a postaffirmative action landscape Practical ways families can redefine success to include mental health, identity, and wholeness Tools to help Black students pursue big opportunities and protect their well-being This episode is for parents, students, educators, and anyone who believes success should never cost you your sanity, your story, or your soul.

    58 min
  4. Figure It Out Filmmaking: Julian Hampton on Making Movies Anywhere

    Feb 11

    Figure It Out Filmmaking: Julian Hampton on Making Movies Anywhere

    If youve ever told yourself, I cant make a movie because I dont live in LA, I dont have money, or I dont know where to start, this episode is for you. Filmmaker Julian Vaughan Hampton (Vaughanworks LLC) has spent the last 15 years proving you can create anyway. From the Midwest to Los Angeles to the Southwest, hes made action films, crime dramas, thrillers, and family filmsoften handling nearly every job on set himself. In this conversation, we cover: How he learned filmmaking by doing every job on an indie set Being a Black indie filmmaker and what that really looks like day-to-day Going from songwriter and author to screenwriter and director How to make movies in your hometown, not just LA or New York The making of Fighting Olympus and the upcoming thriller The Fear of It The story behind his award-winning short Blacked Box Practical advice for staying motivated when you want to quit Whether youre a filmmaker, writer, or any kind of creator, youll walk away with real, usable inspiration and strategies.

    1 hr
  5. "Congrats, You’re Divorced!” – The Black Man’s Survival Guide

    Feb 2

    "Congrats, You’re Divorced!” – The Black Man’s Survival Guide

    Divorce hits different when youre a Black man. In this episode of The Lifestrong Project, were joined by Daviddivorce survivor, author, and professional WTF just happened? analystto unpack what really goes down when a Black mans marriage ends. We get into: The emotional fallout Black men are never taught to talk about How culture, pride, and man up expectations make the pain even heavier Co-parenting, courts, and the quiet fears most brothers never say out loud Why its okay to be angry, hurt, and confusedand still be healing Real strategies to rebuild your life, identity, and joy after the papers are signed If youre a Black man going through a breakup, know someone who is, or just want to understand the unseen weight divorce puts on men in our community, this ones for you. Congrats, youre divorced. Now what?  Press "Play" and lets talk about it!

    46 min
  6. From Overfunctioning to Overflow: Adaku Mbagwu on Healing and Leading with Ease

    Jan 14

    From Overfunctioning to Overflow: Adaku Mbagwu on Healing and Leading with Ease

    In this episode of The Lifestrong Project, AyeCee sits down with Adaku Mbagwu, The First Daughter Coach, to break down the pressure placed on high-achieving first-born daughters. Adaku shares how generational expectations lead to burnout and how women can reclaim their power, heal deeply, and lead with ease. If youve ever carried the family, this ones for you!

    53 min
  7. Who Closed the Book? The Disappearance of Black Bookstores in America

    11/25/2025

    Who Closed the Book? The Disappearance of Black Bookstores in America

    Black bookstores were once the heartbeat of our communitiesspaces of knowledge, culture, resistance, and liberation. In this episode of The Lifestrong Project, we sit down with the filmmakers behind the upcoming documentary They Said N****s Dont Read: The Rise & Fall of Black Bookstores. Together, we break down: How Black bookstores shaped political thought & cultural identity Why these spaces were systematically removed across the U.S. COINTELPROs role in targeting Black intellectual hubs The legacy these stores left behindand why their story matters now more than ever If you care about culture, truth, and preserving our history this is the episode you need to hear. Listen, subscribe, and share. Lets keep the legacy alive. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lifestrong-project--4260319/support.

    1h 5m
  8. A Culture of Inclusion

    11/14/2025

    A Culture of Inclusion

    In this episode of the Lifestrong Project, were thrilled to welcome Tibisay Hernandez, Founder and Chief Learning Officer of A Curious Space. With over 15 years of experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), leadership development, and interactive training, Tibisay has collaborated with organizations such as the U.S. Department of Justice, Brown University, and the NYC Department of Education. She is dedicated to shaping inclusive spaces and fostering understanding, having delivered training to over 10,000 participants on subjects like leadership development and implicit bias. Holding an M.S. in Curriculum Development and Instructional Technology and currently pursuing a PhD in Education Theory and Practice, Tibisay merges academic insight with practical experience, making her an inspiring leader in education and DEI work. Join us as we dive into her journey, her approach to creating meaningful change, and her vision for the future of leadership and inclusivity. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lifestrong-project--4260319/support.

    1h 6m
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Welcome to 'The Lifestrong Project' with your host AyeCee, a podcast dedicated to uplifting and empowering the African American culture and community. Join AyeCee as he shares inspiring stories, insightful discussions, and practical advice aimed at celebrating the richness and resilience of black culture. From spotlighting black excellence and achievements to addressing important social issues and challenges, 'The Lifestrong Project' serves as a beacon of hope and inspiration for listeners seeking to thrive in today's world. Tune in to join the movement of empowerment and transformation, as we uplift the voices and experiences of the African American community. Subscribe now and be part of the journey to strengthen, uplift, and celebrate black culture with AyeCee on 'The Lifestrong Project'.Become a "Lifestrong Project" supporter!

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