Ep. 8 - Part One: — The Grind Don’t Stop — Father, Rapper, Coach, - More than a Game, More than a Mic

In Episode 8, Part One, I sit down with rapper, producer, basketball coach, and content creator VIPBeadz. Born and raised on the South Side of Chicago, VIPBeadz is a man of fortitude, passion, and undeniable talent—a living example of what it means to lead with purpose.From creating music alongside some of the biggest names in the rap industry to being a devoted father of three prodigy sons with dreams of making it to the NBA, his story is rooted in legacy, discipline, and heart. In this episode, we dive deep into fatherhood, the culture of Chicago, and his personal journey—one that is both inspiring and deeply moving.Listen in as I continue my journey of having face-to-face conversations with everyday people, giving them the space to share their real thoughts, real feelings, and—most importantly—the stories and insights they want to bring to the world. We roll the dice, and fate decides where the conversation takes us.Check out the episode and find out which topics were discussed from the 12 below:* Beadz #1 Topic* The Business* Music* Personal Journey* Fatherhood* Culture* 2026 Goals* The Upcoming Generation* Influential People* Movies/TV* Sports* Conspiracy Theories#father #mother #Chicago #Southside #Black #Rap #Music #Music Industry #Artists #Coach #NBA #Basketball #Fatherhood #Sons #GritandGrind #NIL #CollegeBasketball #Phoenix #Arizona #Leagues #BasketballLeagues #Minnesota #Studio #Concerts #Twista This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rollingthedicewithmikeo.substack.com