Grumpy Wizdom

In this final episode of Season 1, Talib Jasir delivers a reflective testimony. From UPS trucks to purple pimp suits, from church cornerstones to Afros & Audio, Talib walks us through the moments that shaped him and the message that now grounds his life: fulfillment is the point.

He shares raw truths about hitting emotional walls, wrestling with self-worth, redefining success on his own terms and beating life's boss levels like a gamer on a mission, Talib calls in listeners with honesty, humor, and hard-earned wisdom.

Season One closes with a deep bow to the people, the practice, and the pursuit of joy. Before heading into a creative pause to focus on the 7th Annual Afros & Audio Podcast Festival, Talib reminds us that the game of life is meant to be played with purpose, presence, and heart.

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Timestamps:

00:00 Welcome to the Season Finale 00:30 Reflecting on Listener Feedback 00:46 The Journey of Afros & Audio 01:28 Lessons from UPS 03:56 The Cornerstone of Life 06:09 A Memorable 40th Birthday 09:04 Struggles and Realizations 13:59 Words of Wisdom from Family 15:46 The Importance of Awareness 16:53 The Problem of No Problems 17:57 Embracing Exploration and Adventure 18:17 Operating at Full Possibility 19:00 The Essence of Freedom 19:41 Navigating Life's Challenges 21:57 The Power of Nature and Adventure 23:48 The Importance of Fulfillment 26:36 Lessons from Gaming 32:12 The Main Story and Side Quests 33:28 Playing the Game of Life to Win 34:31 Final Thoughts and Farewell (for now)

"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

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

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

In this raw and reflective episode of Grumpy Wizdom, Talib Jasir walks us through his personal history of protest. From high school to New York City street, each story becomes a time capsule of resistance. With conviction and clarity, Talib revisits early moments—his first silent protest, discovering Nation of Islam's newspaper The Final Call, and the energy of D.C.'s political awakenings. He shares memories from May Day to the Million Man March, reminding us how the struggle evolves and how we pass on rebellion as a birthright.

Whether challenging police brutality or standing firm against injsutice anywhere, Talib calls us to intentional, strategic resistance—and to atonement not as guilt, but as a lifelong responsibility to ourselves and the people.

Timestamps:

00:00 — Poetic Introduction: Strength and Resilience

00:56 — Early Activism: A Silent Protest

02:19 — Discovering a Cause: Final Call and Farrakhan

04:27 — Protesting in DC: From Marion Barry to Sharon Pratt Kelly

06:41 — Protests Across America: From Rodney King to Housing Rights

07:59 — Introducing the Next Generation: Mayday with My Daughter

13:48 — Reflecting on Resistance: From Million Man March to Invisible Man

21:51 — The Ongoing Struggle: A Call to Resist

27:23 — Outro