Join us in welcoming renowned rapper Fat Joe to On Purpose. In an in-depth conversation Fat Joe opens up about his incredible journey from the streets to stardom. Discover the challenges he faced, from dealing with bullying and loss to avoiding the pitfalls of substance abuse. Hear poignant stories about his upbringing, the importance of family and loyalty, and his struggle with depression. This episode is filled with raw honesty, emotional resilience, and inspiring insights into Fat Joe’s life and career. Don’t miss this powerful and uplifting narrative of transformation and growth. In this interview, we discuss: 00:00 Intro 02:04 Earliest Childhood Memory 03:52 Bullying 07:53 Developing resilience 08:37 Life and Death Choices 09:51 Thug Life 12:42 Ambition to Succeed 16:43 Figure It Out 22:03 Family Tree 27:43 Losing Family Over Addiction 31:57 Loss and Grief 39:21 Sister Love 41:13 Big Pun 46:56 Financial Literacy 50:19 Take Care of Your Parents 52:13 Money and Trust 56:25 Stick Around 57:44 Kids with Special Needs 01:02:30 Channeling Energy Through Music 01:04:30 Interview Gone VIral 01:08:30 Doing Good in Silence 01:11:05 The Hip Hop Culture 01:13:30 Spiritual and Healing Journey 01:16:34 Hair Care 01:19:47 Weight Loss 01:25:02 Joe on Final Five Episode Resources: https://www.instagram.com/fatjoe https://www.tiktok.com/@realfatjoe Taping took place at Soho Home at Soho Works 55 Water.