TRIGGER WARNING** This episode deals with a lot of topics like depression, racism, & molestation. There is also a lot of dark humor used throughout this episode. Listener discretion is advised**

Joe Barksdale is a former NFL player turned Musician, Comedian & Mental Health Advocate.  His new album '' which is out on May 4th, 2021. This project explores and personifies the battle between the light and dark and the struggle to achieve balance in the force. Think Experimental Funk meets Star Wars. Kyber crystals are the power source for a lightsaber. Once obtained, a Kyber crystal will form a bond with its owner that results in it turning one of many colors. Each color has its own significance and place as it pertains to the force. Consider each track like a different colored Kyber crystal, unique and with its own special force ability.

There is a lot of serious topics that are talked about in this episode, where Tim & Joe use a lot of humor and comedy to get through them.  We go over Joe's journey of wanting out of the NFL, opening up in 2018 about his mental health issues, when he first picked up a guitar and what music influences him. This was a really fun interview & I hope you will enjoy it!

Learn more about Joe Barksdale at JoeBarksdale.com

Kyber Tapes releases May 4th on all major music apps.

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