🔥 UNFILTERED BLUEPRINT: Akeel Joseph – From Maloney Gardens to NCAA Champion & EntrepreneurOn this electrifying episode of The Blueprint Podcast, we sit down with Akeel Joseph—a three-time NCAA All-American athlete, rising logistics professional, and the visionary behind Family-Oriented Empire (F.O.E.). Born in Trinidad’s tight-knit Maloney Gardens community, Akeel’s journey is a masterclass in quiet resilience, discipline, and defying limits.From anti-social kid to elite swimmer, from walk-on athlete to record-breaking champion, Akeel’s story shatters every excuse about circumstances, self-doubt, and the "right" path to success.HARD TRUTHS WE UNPACK:🏊 "I was a walk-on. My times weren’t good enough—but I refused to stay at the bottom." – How Akeel went from underdog to NCAA champion by embracing the grind when no one was watching.💪 "My parents never quit on me—so why would I quit on myself?" – The raw power of family sacrifice and how it fueled his relentless drive.🤝 "Success isn’t just mine—it’s for everyone who held me up." – Why Akeel’s wins are tributary victories for his community, friends, and family.👕 "I couldn’t afford luxury brands—so I built my own." – The mindset shift that birthed F.O.E.—a movement proving quality and legacy don’t require a silver spoon.This isn’t just a conversation—it’s a battle cry for underdogs. A reminder that real success isn’t just about climbing ladders—it’s about building bridges so others can cross with you.Host: Dr. Jelani ReedGuest: Akeel Joseph – NCAA Champion | Founder of F.O.E. | Logistics Strategist"I wasn’t born with a gold spoon… but I’ll die holding one." – Akeel Joseph🎧 Stream on Spotify/Apple | 📺 Watch on YouTube🔗 linktr.ee/theblueprintpodcast2025 ✅Instagram : theblueprintpodcast2025✅Facebook: The Blueprint Podcast ✅TikTok: theblueprintpodcast2025#Podcast #TheBlueprintPodcast