In this episode of the Legacy Lyrics and Life podcast, host Shawna Wells welcomes Patrick Jones, a former math teacher and passionate community advocate. Patrick shares his mission to create sustainable change within the Black community through math education and a scholarship fund he runs with his family.

He discusses the importance of making math a joyful part of culture and how his program, Exponentia Prime, uses engaging stories and activities to inspire young students. Patrick also highlights the role of legacy, drawing from the experiences of his parents and his own journey to foster empowerment and excellence in his community.

Show Notes Timeline

00:00 Introduction to Legacy, Lyrics, and Life
00:27 Meet Patrick Jones: A Legacy Architect
00:53 Creating Joy Around Math
02:55 Exponential Prime: A Math Revolution
04:21 Family and Community Involvement
06:22 Cultural Barriers and Overcoming Them
09:48 The Importance of Power and Legacy
13:12 Personal Stories and Inspirations
18:49 Living in Possibility
21:40 Lyrics That Inspire Legacy
23:51 Conclusion and Farewell

Resources

Explore more tools and reflections on legacy-building at www.7genlegacy.com, where you’ll find resources to support intentional living and long-term impact.

Learn more about Exponentia Prime here: www.exponentiaprime.com