About this episode

DJ Champ Lifestyle discusses her journey through music, cancer survival, and the cultural impact of Black music.

Black Music Month is bigger than a playlist. It's a legacy and DJ Champ Lifestyle (Chandra Hampton) is one of its most powerful living examples. In this Black Music Month episode of The Network with Michael Prejean, DJ Champ Lifestyle sits down for her third appearance to talk about: 🎵 How music has been the thread running through her entire life — from church choir to spinning at the Fillmore 🏆 The story of how DJ SCRATCH found her mid-set and said, "I need her on my team" 💪 Surviving breast cancer and the therapist moment that changed everything 🧠 Why acceptance — not strength — is the real gateway to mental health 💰 Cashing out her 401k and what compound interest taught her the hard way 🎤 Why Black music isn't just culture, it's EVERYTHING! This is The Network — your spot for elevating mind, body, spirit, and finances. Subscribe and never miss an episode.

People in this episode

Host: Michael Prejean

Guest: Chandra Hampton

Topics covered

• Black Music Month
• music legacy
• breast cancer survival
• mental health
• financial lessons
• cultural significance of Black music

Keywords

• Black Music Month
• DJ Champ Lifestyle
• breast cancer
• mental health
• financial advice
• music career
• cultural legacy

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