DJ Strick's Podcast

In this powerful episode of Strick City Live, DJ Strick sits down with Ed Fields, Senior Advisor & Chief Strategist for the Mayor of Birmingham a leader whose voice, vision, and honesty are reshaping how the Magic City thinks about its future.From his early work building civic networks, to helping run Randall Woodfin’s historic mayoral campaign, to producing the new documentary “As Goes the South”, Ed opens up about leadership, policy, creativity, and why Birmingham is on the brink of something special.In this episode, you’ll hear:The story behind Ed’s unexpected entry into politics Why Birmingham needs new foot soldiers and why WE are them now How his strategic leadership works inside the mayor’s officeWhy Birmingham’s land size, history, and density shape every policy decision The birth of his new documentary As Goes the South and why it’s a love letter to the cityHis field day experience riding on a garbage truck and what it taught him about real leadership Ed keeps it raw, transparent, funny, and deeply insightful. If you care about Birmingham, leadership, storytelling, or community impact — this episode will move you.Let’s build together! Tap in here → https://strick.bio.link#StrickCityLive #EdFields #Birmingham #Leadership #AsGoesTheSouth #Documentary #RandallWoodfin #Policy #Community

In this powerful episode of Strick City Live, DJ Strick sits down with Tal Prince a Birmingham-based counselor, ministry leader, and international speaker whose journey from business success to personal struggle to healing others is nothing short of remarkable.Tal opens up about his time working with the Billy Graham Association, his personal battles with addiction, and how he turned pain into purpose by helping others find freedom through faith and counseling.In this episode, you’ll learn:The untold story of Billy Graham’s “Modesto Manifesto” and what it means for integrity in ministryHow addiction rewires the brain and why freedom starts with facing realityThe connection between trauma, shame, and recovery.How Tal’s faith and family helped him rebuild his life and callingReal steps toward healing and spiritual restorationIf you’ve ever battled shame, addiction, or the weight of your past this conversation offers hope, wisdom, and a way forward.Let’s build together! Tap in here → strick.bio.link#StrickCityLive #TalPrince #Faith #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealth #Leadership #Birmingham #BillyGraham #Counseling #Redemption

In this episode of Strick City Live, DJ Strick sits down with Birmingham’s own Tony Minifeild “Mr. Ynot”, a multi-award-winning creative director, photographer, and filmmaker whose work has earned him two Stellar Awards and features in Black Bride Magazine. Tony shares his incredible story from picking up his first camera as a broke college student at Tuskegee University to directing music videos for Pastor Mike Jr. and shooting luxury destination weddings across Africa and Spain.In this episode, you’ll learn: How Tony turned creativity into a thriving business rooted in faith and excellence The story behind his Amen and Blessed music videos for Pastor Mike Jr. The lessons that came from being laid off, stepping out on faith, and going full-time as a creative Why teamwork, timing, and transitions matter in both business and life How his Tuskegee hustle still shapes his success today Whether you’re a creator, entrepreneur, or believer walking by faith, this conversation will leave you inspired to dream bigger, work smarter, and trust God’s timing.Let’s build together! Tap in here → strick.bio.link#StrickCityLive #MRYNOT #Faith #Creativity #Leadership #Birmingham #Tuskegee #PMJ #ContentCreators

Strick City LIVE with Rapper, Poet and Author Ty Scott King