The Level Up Podcast

John’s Journey: From College Hustle to Owning His Own Shop | The Level Up Podcast 🎙️✂️🔥In this episode of The Level Up, I sit down with my brother John — also known as @ibeenafrican — to explore his journey from cutting hair to becoming a celebrity barber and successful barbershop owner in New York City. We discuss how cutting hair helped him get through college financially and mentally, how his...

In this episode of The Level Up, I take you on a personal journey—one that began with a bald head and led to a spiritual reset. I reflect on my recent Umrah experience, what it taught me about discipline, submission, and self-growth, and how it shifted my mindset in a way no trip ever has. Joining me are two special guests: Aboubacar, a young Hafidh who memorized the entire Quran at a young age, a...

Saddiq Ali | Marathoner 🏃‍♂️ | Mentor | Fitness Enthusiast🚛 Founder of Trace Coalition | Leader of Drive Forward Academy📈 Entrepreneur on the Path to $10M Growth | Community Builder | Relationship Advisor 💬📚 On a Mission to Grow 1% Better DailyChasing miles and millions — Saddiq is all about progress, on the road, in business, and in life. As the founder of Trace Coalition, he’s scaling his t...

Lahor sat down with inspiring marathon runner Shaq to discuss his journey into marathons and becoming a well-known running influencer. Shaq shared how he started running and his exciting partnerships with brands like New Balance, Peloton, and the NYC Marathon. We also discussed his passion for building community, including his collaboration with the NYC Marathon to raise over $25,000 for local kid...

I know, I know. It's been a while, but we're back! Lahor Lee kicks off season two by interviewing Junior, the CEO of Godiy and the co-founder of MLT. They discussed Junior's journey and shared advice on how he overcame challenges and leveled up in his career.

Lahor Lee sits down with Youssouph Ndiaye, creator of lifestyle and motivational brand: Somebody Gotta Do It. In this episode, they discuss all the behind the scenes complications people don't see before the big win. Ig: @_somebodygottadoit @yous2thismoney

It's been a minute-- but we back baby!!! In this episode, Lahor Lee sits down with guest Fatou to discuss some of the hardships surrounding school, especially after a long break. Whether it be high school, college, or even post grad life, we all can relate -- it ain't easy.  Instagram: @thelifeof.fatou

Lahor Lee sits down with models Aissata Diallo and Baba Diop to talk about how they began their careers as models, the challenges they have faced, and what their long terms goals are.  Instagram: @aissatatdiallo & @quaintbaba

In the second episode of The Level Up, Lahor Lee sits with professional host Young Prince to discuss how he balances both his career and personal life. Young Prince offers advice on how to push forward despite adversity. Instagram: youngprince_