In this deep and powerful episode of Raw Minds, Erick sits down with Balongo Amos — global speaker, leadership coach, nonprofit founder, and recording artist — to talk about turning adversity into purpose.
Amos shares how growing up in Kenya shaped his mission to help people find their voice, heal through communication, and lead with heart. From coaching military generals to creating Africa’s first children’s ukulele orchestra, Amos has built a life rooted in service, impact, and storytelling.
This episode dives into trauma, leadership, music, faith, and how the right words at the right time can save a life.
🎙️ Connect with Balongo Amos
TikTok:
https://www.tiktok.com/@amosbalongo
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/amosbalongo
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/amosbalongo
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/amosbalongo
Twitter / X:
https://x.com/abalongo
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@AmosBalongoinc
Podcast:
https://open.spotify.com/show/46nGeoZTKCYOhrJh7Lfg42
https://www.transformationalpodcast.com
Websites:
https://amosbalongo.com
https://amosbalongo.net
https://amosbalongo.org
https://leaderconsulting.coach
https://go.leadercompass.org
Organization – Camp Ohana Leadership:
https://campohana.org/leadership
🎵 Music by Amos
Christmas to Me
https://open.spotify.com/album/0xzbuzSrSuxrIxk4DUv2MQ
Fly Away
https://open.spotify.com/album/5yfYfv2X0R18bQ6WCBUa5S
Bunyoso
https://open.spotify.com/album/6tG8nBi4TppqPVCokdF290
Omuhana (Single)
https://open.spotify.com/track/2erntTDZtzCUSXuAOcvYpb
📘 Book – Transforming Your Life Volume IX
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FP8Z7JV3
Author Page: https://amazon.com/author/amosbalongo
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Website: https://www.rawminds.ca
Email: rawmindspodcast@gmail.com
Hosts: Erick and Anthony
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💙 Help Stevie – A Father of 6 on Life Support
https://www.gofundme.com/f/save-stevies-life-a-father-of-6-fighting-to-survive
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Canada: Talk Suicide Canada – 1 833 456 4566 | https://talksuicide.ca
USA: Suicide and Crisis Lifeline – Call or Text 988 | https://988lifeline.org
UK: Samaritans – 116 123 | https://samaritans.org
You are not alone.
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