Brian talks with Deo Mwano, a speaker, creator & entrepreneur whose life began in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and was shaped by survival, migration, and rebuilding from scratch in the U.S. after his father was killed. Deo shares how his mother’s courage built deep self-worth, why trauma sometimes hits after stability, and the moment a forgiveness breakthrough freed him from years of internal anger.
They get practical on the “pause” between activation and reaction, how to unpack what you’re really holding onto, and why curiosity + proximity can change your trajectory. Deo also shares what he’s building now: his memoir The Request (planned for Oct, 2026), the Mirror motivation app, and a scholarship program funding students who can articulate perseverance.
Learn more about what he does: https://deomwano.com
