Growing Up on the South Side | Real Stories with TJ

This episode is a real conversation between me and my brother TJ as we go back to where it all started. From growing up on the south side, learning life the hard way, playing ball, cutting hair, and figuring things out early… this one is all about real experiences, real lessons, and how it shaped who we are today.🎙️ In this episode: • Growing up on the south side of San Antonio • How TJ started cutting hair at a young age • Being broke and learning to hustle early • Moving from Florida to Texas and culture differences • Basketball memories and learning the game • Independence at a young age and real responsibilities • Turning a skill into a career (barber life) • Real talk about relationships and life lessons • The barbershop as therapy and connection • Why environment and upbringing matter🧠 What you'll learn: • How early struggles can build strong character • Why learning a skill early can change your life • The importance of mentorship and influence • How environment shapes mindset and decisions • Why real conversations matter more than surface talk⏱️ CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 00:01 Bringing TJ on the podcast 00:45 How TJ started cutting hair 02:00 Moving from Florida to San Antonio 04:30 First impressions and growing up 06:00 Basketball memories and influence 09:00 High school years and independence 12:00 Life lessons from growing up early 15:00 Relationships and real advice 18:00 Barber life and helping people 20:00 Why conversations like this matter📢 About the Podcast Anything and Everything with Matt Reyna is a podcast where real conversations happen. From life lessons to everyday experiences, nothing is off limits.#podcast #anythingandeverything #mattreyna #realtalk #barberlife #southsidestories #lifelessons #sanantonio #mindset #friendship