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Grumpy Wizdom

Grumpy Wizdom

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 Grumpy Wizdom is a call to reclaim your narrative. Hosted by Talib Jasir, founder of the Afros & Audio Podcast Festival, four-time author, and mindset coach for creatives and entrepreneurs, this show is a mixtape of lived experience, cultural insight, and storytelling that hits different. Each episode is “On” something...on becoming, on risks, on survival, on belonging, on words; because life is always on. Through poetic narration, cautionary tales, and unflinching reflections, Talib speaks on lived experiences and hard-earned wisdom gained. Grumpy Wizdom is self-remembering.All Rights Reserved 2025 Economics Leadership Management & Leadership Personal Development Personal Success
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  • Grumpy Wizdom - On The Journey - Episode 10

    Grumpy Wizdom - On The Journey - Episode 10
    Jul 17 2025
    “Life is the longest experience we’ll ever have.” What if we’ve never missed anything we thought we missed? What if every moment, every breath, every decision is part of the journey? In Episode 10, Talib Jasir steps fully into his role as an autoethnographer, examining his lived experience against socialized truths and inherited beliefs. He calls out the myth of missing the boat, questions the pressure to find a singular purpose, and reframes the journey as something we build in real time. This episode is a reminder to stay the course, even when the map don’t make sense. Sparked by a social thread from a friend, and grounded in quotes from Dr. Maya Angelou and the film Sinners, Talib reflects on what it means to live on your own terms, in your own rhythm, and without apology. Because the journey was never about arrival. It’s about making this life count. Timestamps: 00:00 – Mic on, record button off 01:08 – A friend’s post and the myth of missing your boat 03:44 – Consent, coaching, and why unsolicited advice ain’t it 06:32 – Gen X resistance, survival, and social scripts 09:20 – Preparing to get prepared to be prepared 12:06 – Maya Angelou and permission to reroute 15:58 – Stop reaching backward for a version of you that’s gone 18:00 – Forget purpose, what’s your point? 21:00 – We get to reinvent as many times as needed 24:00 – From paralysis to movement 28:05 – When the sun sets, will it feel like the best day of your life? 33:00 – Life is long. Make it count. 34:00 – Outro 📣 Want to connect with me? Hire me to speak, book a coaching session, or invite me on your podcast: 👉🏾talibjasir.com/work-with-me 🎙 Got something to say? Leave a message for the show: 👉🏾Speakpipe 🎧 Be part of the movement. Afros & Audio is a fiscally sponsored project of Fractured Atlas. Donations are tax-deductible and directly support our mission to amplify diverse voices in podcasting. 👉 Fractured Atlas Campaign 📖 Access the first edition of the Grumpy Wizdom Zine— for free: 👉🏾Grumpy Wizdom Zine - On Becoming 1-3 🎧 Tap into the Grumpy Wizdom Spotify playlist—mood music for reflection and rebellion: 👉🏾Grumpy Wizdom Soundtrack 🙏🏾 Support the vision and join the community on Patreon: 👉🏾 patreon.com/grumpywizdom 📲 Follow: • @talibjasir • @afrosandaudio 🌀 Join us in Baltimore at the 7th Annual Afros & Audio Podcast Festival, Oct 16–19, 2025 Get involved as a Speaker, Sponsor: (sponsors@afrosandaudio.com), or Vendor Join our Affiliate Program and Facilitator Network for paid opportunities 🎟 Grab your tickets now: afrosandaudio.com
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    35 mins
  • Grumpy Wizdom - On You - Episode 9

    Grumpy Wizdom - On You - Episode 9
    Jul 10 2025
    They say the only constant in life is change—but that’s never been the whole truth. The only constant in your life is you. In this episode, Talib Jasir returns to the mic with grounded clarity, unpacking the lifelong work of choosing yourself. Through raw reflections from therapy, hard lessons in presence, and the quiet strength of emotional accountability, Talib speaks on the necessity of defining your standards, staying rooted in self-trust, and refusing to outsource your vision. Whether you're tending to old wounds or stepping into the life you’ve been calling in, this episode invites you to stop waiting for the world to shift and start becoming the axis it spins around. Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction: The Constant in Life 00:41 – The Externalization of Life 01:51 – Personal Growth and Anger Management 04:32 – The Power of Self-Awareness 08:34 – Defining Your 100% in Relationships 12:13 – The Journey of Self-Realization 19:31 – Manifesting Your Vision 23:42 – Conclusion: Embrace Your Power 24:11 – Outro and Call to Action 📣 Want to work with me? Hire me to speak, book a coaching session, or invite me on your podcast: 👉🏾talibjasir.com/work-with-me 🎙 Got something to say? Leave a message for the show: 👉🏾Speakpipe 🎧 Be part of the movement. Afros & Audio is a fiscally sponsored project of Fractured Atlas. Donations are tax-deductible and directly support our mission to amplify diverse voices in podcasting. 👉 Fractured Atlas Campaign 📖 Access the first edition of the Grumpy Wizdom Zine— for free: 👉🏾Grumpy Wizdom Zine - On Becoming 1-3 🎧 Tap into the Grumpy Wizdom Spotify playlist—mood music for reflection and rebellion: 👉🏾Grumpy Wizdom Soundtrack 🙏🏾 Support the vision and join the community on Patreon: 👉🏾 patreon.com/grumpywizdom 📲 Follow: • @talibjasir • @afrosandaudio 🌀 Join us in Baltimore at the 7th Annual Afros & Audio Podcast Festival, Oct 16–19, 2025 Get involved as a Speaker, Sponsor: (sponsors@afrosandaudio.com), or Vendor Join our Affiliate Program and Facilitator Network for paid opportunities 🎟 Grab your tickets now: afrosandaudio.com
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    25 mins
  • Grumpy Wizdom - On Creativity - Episode 8

    Grumpy Wizdom - On Creativity - Episode 8
    Jul 3 2025
    What does it mean to claim yourself as a creative? In this episode, Talib Jasir breaks down the myth that creativity is only for artists or those with formal training. He takes us into his personal archive—from childhood rap crews and wack lyrics to coaching creative entrepreneurs, parenting young artists, and producing layered sonic worlds with Grumpy Wizdom. This one’s a meditation and a mirror. On the harm we’ve absorbed. The art we’ve buried. The courage it takes to be seen. Talib reminds us that creating is more than content—it's a way of life, a form of resistance, and an act of liberation. Whether you're holding a mic, a paintbrush, or a vision only you can see, this is a reminder: your ideas came to you for a reason. Honor them. Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction to Creativity 00:41 – Childhood Inspirations and Early Doubts 03:57 – The Struggle with Originality 04:47 – Influences and Cultural Reflections 08:57 – Supporting the Next Generation 10:54 – Embracing the Creative Identity 13:25 – The Creative Process and Challenges 22:10 – Principles of a Liberated Creator 27:05 – Final Thoughts and Encouragement 32:58 – Closing Remarks and Call to Action 📣 Want to work with me? Hire me to speak, book a coaching session, or invite me on your podcast: 👉🏾talibjasir.com/work-with-me 🎙 Got something to say? Leave a message for the show: 👉🏾Speakpipe 🎧 Be part of the movement. Afros & Audio is a fiscally sponsored project of Fractured Atlas. Donations are tax-deductible and directly support our mission to amplify diverse voices in podcasting. 👉 Fractured Atlas Campaign 📖 Access the first edition of the Grumpy Wizdom Zine— for free: 👉🏾Grumpy Wizdom Zine - On Becoming 1-3 🎧 Tap into the Grumpy Wizdom Spotify playlist—mood music for reflection and rebellion: 👉🏾Grumpy Wizdom Soundtrack 🙏🏾 Support the vision and join the community on Patreon: 👉🏾 patreon.com/grumpywizdom 📲 Follow: • @talibjasir • @afrosandaudio 🌀 Join us in Baltimore at the 7th Annual Afros & Audio Podcast Festival, Oct 16–19, 2025 Get involved as a Speaker, Sponsor: (sponsors@afrosandaudio.com),or Vendor Join our Affiliate Program and Facilitator Network for paid opportunities 🎟 Grab your tickets now: afrosandaudio.com
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    34 mins

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