The LifeStrong Project

What happens when you spend 25 years building a successful career, only to discover that your next chapter might be your most meaningful one yet?On this episode of "The Lifestrong Project", host AyeCee welcomes award-winning author and former television broadcasting professional, Aspry Jones for an inspiring conversation about reinvention, creativity, self-discovery, and the courage to pursue your passion.After more than two decades working behind the scenes in television, Aspry followed his love of storytelling into the literary world. His fantasy novel, *Protectors of the Light Crown*, and children's book, "AJ Learns Self-Love", reflect his passion for imagination, representation, and the importance of embracing who we are.Through Aspry's journey, we explore powerful ideas about discovering your purpose, challenging limitations, and understanding that it's never too late to begin again.Whether you're considering a career change, pursuing a creative dream, or simply trying to figure out what comes next in life, this conversation offers encouragement to keep moving forward.Because sometimes the next chapter of your life is the one you were always meant to write.🎙️ **ABOUT OUR GUEST**Aspry Jones is an award-winning author and a 25-year veteran of the television broadcasting industry. His creative work celebrates imaginative storytelling, diverse characters, and messages of personal empowerment.Connect with Aspry Jones:Website: https://aspryjones.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/asprywrites/**ABOUT THE LIFESTRONG PROJECT**Hosted by AyeCee, The Lifestrong Project delivers authentic conversations designed to educate, inspire, and empower the Black community through stories of resilience, personal growth, purpose, and transformation.🌐 Visit: https://lifestrongproject.com**JOIN THE CONVERSATION**What's one dream you've put on hold that you're ready to revisit?Share your thoughts in the comments!If this conversation resonates with you, LIKE the video, SUBSCRIBE to the channel, and SHARE it with someone who needs a little encouragement to pursue their next chapter.#TheLifestrongProject #AspryJones #PersonalGrowth #Reinvention #BlackAuthors #FindingYourPurpose

What if the biggest threat to our future isn't diabetes itself—but the belief that poor health is simply our destiny?In this powerful episode of The Lifestrong Project, AyeCee sits down with Dr. Keith Hersey—pharmacist, health coach, and founder of Master Your GLP-1—for an honest conversation about taking our health back before it's too late.Together, they explore why chronic disease continues to impact so many families, the unique challenges facing the Black community, and how education, mindset, and everyday choices can change the trajectory of our lives. Dr. Hersey also shares his own journey from receiving a life-changing diagnosis to helping others navigate diabetes with confidence, hope, and practical guidance.This isn't just a conversation about blood sugar or medication. It's about ownership. It's about legacy. It's about making the choices today that allow us to be present for the moments that matter tomorrow.If you've ever wondered how to break unhealthy cycles, protect your family, or take the first step toward a healthier future, this episode is for you.Because some fights aren't optional.This is the fight we can't afford to lose.

If you’ve ever told yourself, “I can’t make a movie because I don’t live in LA, I don’t have money, or I don’t 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, he’s made action films, crime dramas, thrillers, and family films—often handling nearly every job on set himself.In this conversation, we cover:How he learned filmmaking by doing every job on an indie setBeing a Black indie filmmaker and what that really looks like day-to-dayGoing from songwriter and author to screenwriter and directorHow to make movies in your hometown, not just LA or New YorkThe making of Fighting Olympus and the upcoming thriller The Fear of ItThe story behind his award-winning short Blacked BoxPractical advice for staying motivated when you want to quit🎬 Whether you’re a filmmaker, writer, or any kind of creator, you’ll walk away with real, usable inspiration and strategies.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lifestrong-project--4260319/support.

Divorce hits different when you’re a Black man.In this episode of The Lifestrong Project, we’re joined by David—divorce survivor, author, and professional “WTF just happened?” analyst—to unpack what really goes down when a Black man’s marriage ends.We get into:The emotional fallout Black men are never taught to talk aboutHow culture, pride, and “man up” expectations make the pain even heavierCo-parenting, courts, and the quiet fears most brothers never say out loudWhy it’s okay to be angry, hurt, and confused—and still be healingReal strategies to rebuild your life, identity, and joy after the papers are signedIf you’re 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 one’s for you.“Congrats, you’re divorced.” Now what?Press "Play" and let’s talk about it!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lifestrong-project--4260319/support.

Black bookstores were once the heartbeat of our communities—spaces 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 Niggas Don’t 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. ✔️ COINTELPRO’s role in targeting Black intellectual hubs ✔️ The legacy these stores left behind—and 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. Let’s keep the legacy alive. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-lifestrong-project--4260319/support.