We’re joined by friend of the show, Ikenna "Ike" Ndugba—founder of the nonprofit arts organization ‘617Peak’ and co-founder of the music label ‘Words Speak Life’! On this week’s episode, we dived into Ike’s journey of uplifting the Boston youth through his work with 617Peak and managing up-and-coming talents, such as Nay Speaks and Yanna G, through the success of Words Speak Life.
We learned about the origins of 617Peak, the impact it’s making in such a short time, and the challenges Ike has faced in building it from the ground up. He also shares insights into his success with Words Speak Life and how he balances it all with his career as a pro basketball player. This is a conversation packed with purpose and passion, and certainly one you won’t want to miss! Tune in enjoy!
Watch on YouTube for the Full Experience: https://youtu.be/otXZwMihiig
Time Stamps:
0:00 - What’s the story behind Nate’s hatred for Drake?
8:20 - The usage of AI in music/ When is it acceptable?
23:00 - Intro/ Ike on his BMA nominations for Manager of the Year
26:45 - Why and how Ike started 617Peak/ Investing in the Boston youth
41:45 - How did Words Speak Life come into play?/ Blessings vs business model
54:50 - Ike on balancing his pro basketball career along with 617Peak and Words Speak Life
1:00:30 - Ike reflects on his time in Switzerland while playing out there
1:18:15 - Reacting to the Boston Calling 2025 lineup
1:24:00 - 617Peak vs. Teen Empowerment vs. BeatTheOdds
1:38:50 - Ike’s 2025 goals for 617Peak, WSL, and his hoops career
1:40:30 - Outro/ Giving Ike his flowers/ The importance of “paying it forward”
Find us at www.BadForTheCommunity.com
Follow us: Instagram | Twitter/X | TikTok
Ikenna "Ike" Ndugba (Guest)
Instagram: https://bit.ly/4gWe7So
Twitter/X: https://bit.ly/4aoFbHj
Popular Podcasts
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
The Joe Rogan Experience
The official podcast of comedian Joe Rogan.