"Don’t be afraid to fail. I think that when people see us, they see all the success and see where we are at. But we’ve failed so many times and I think that's what keeps me going.” Master P Ryan Clark, Channing Crowder and Fred Taylor sit down with Hip-Hop legend and entrepreneur Master P, who joins the guys to talk about his rise from the third ward projects of New Orleans to becoming a music mogul to businessman to creating an empire for his family while sharing the power of perseverance and giving back. A conversation filled with so many life lessons, stories and experiences, the guys really get into the ins and outs of what has shaped Master P into the man he is today. Long before he became known as the “Ice Cream Man”, Master P breaks down his early hustles, how he turned a $10,000 loan into a thriving business, why he refused a $1Million music deal from Jimmy Iovine and the lessons in understanding your worth. Being a savvy businessman was a day one trait for Master P who always emphasized ownership, financial literacy and capitalizing on talents to create a career path. Sharing inside perspective into his early relationship with Snoop Dogg, P explains how he gave the blueprint of ownership and power in freedom by helping him with Death Row Records. We all see the success in the journey, but sometimes the heartache along the way is what really defines our path. From losing his brother at a young age to the passing of his daughter a few years ago, Master P gets real about mental health struggles, especially in the black community and why the pain of losing a child never goes away but it does keep him focused on his mission of building awareness, encouraging acceptance and providing resources for those who face similar situations. Speaking with Ryan about the unconditional bond of parenting, Master P is honest about the ups and downs of this relationship with son Romeo and how family dynamics challenge us all to have faith, forgiveness and find ways to overcome adversity. His relationship with God guides his journey as he continues to be passionate is in his purpose. After being cut from the Charlotte Hornets, Master P talks about life-changing events as he pivoted from sports to music and points to the one moment that impacted him deeply. Mentoring today’s youth and setting an example for future generations is at the forefront of all P does through his music, business endeavors and community service. Tap into this impactful conversation for a true story of rags to riches, the importance of gratitude and never giving up on the things that drive us to be better humans, parents and examples in culture and society. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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