Episode 35: Time and Tequila

Join hosts Sarah and Jean on Tequila Babies as they sit down with special guest Raysean Brown — community leader, recording artist, and the inspiring force behind Peace Orlando.

In this powerful conversation, Raysean opens up about his incredible journey from the streets to earning a Master’s degree from the University of Chicago, receiving his diploma from Vice President Kamala Harris. He shares his story of transformation, fatherhood, and how he’s making a real impact by reducing gun violence across 8 communities for 3 consecutive years.

In this episode:

• From duo to solo: Raysean’s music evolution from Smoke and JuJu

• Navigating relationships, singleness, and what kind of partner he is

• Growing up in the inner city and the moments that shaped him

• The turning point that changed his life trajectory

• Building Peace Orlando and the strategies behind his success

• Balancing entrepreneurship, activism, and staying true to his roots

• His Emmy-nominated story and what this recognition means

Plus, don’t miss the Pass The Tequila segment where things get real!

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