Phone Home Ep. 22 (Power Trip)

In this episode of the Phone Home Podcast, we chop it up with Antonio Kennedy—a respected barber, author, and family man. He breaks down his journey from the chaos of chasing the fast life to finding peace in family, faith, and discipline. We dive into what inspired his book Power Trip, his past dealings in the streets, and how family and community shaped his outlook.

The convo also touches on co-parenting, the therapeutic side of writing, and the ups and downs of entrepreneurship and of course, we came with the jokes. From the culture of the barbershop to deeper talks on vulnerability, mental health, and legacy, this one’s about growth, love, and keeping it real when no one else will.

“Originality is a remix.” – Antonio Kennedy

Chapters
00:00 – Intro & Meet Antonio Kennedy
01:52 – Writing Power Trip
06:45 – The Story of Billy Joe
13:26 – Music & Life Experiences
17:34 – Family Influence & Legacy
29:02 – Co-Parenting & Growth
46:40 – Choosing Peace Over Chaos
52:24 – From Fast Money to Stability
54:54 – The Challenges of Entrepreneurship
01:05:45 – Relationships & Communication
01:10:35 – The Role of Barbershops in the Community
01:25:51 – Mental Health: Stress vs. Depression
01:28:41 – Publishing Insights