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.
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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