What does it take to transform your life from surviving to living with purpose?

In this episode of the Smith Says Podcast, Smith Francois sits down with Kurtis Foster, entrepreneur, personal development coach, and founder of Freqncy 36nyne a conscious lifestyle and streetwear brand centered on identity, discipline, and self-awareness.

Growing up in South Linden, Columbus, Ohio, Kurtis shares how adversity, fatherhood, community, spirituality, and self-reflection shaped the man he is today. This conversation explores what it means to become your authentic self, develop a purpose driven mindset, and leave a lasting legacy.

Whether you're an entrepreneur, creative, community leader, or someone searching for clarity, this episode offers practical wisdom on personal growth, conscious leadership, and building a life of intention.

• Growing up in South Linden, Columbus, Ohio
• Identity vs. external validation
• Breathwork, mindfulness & self-awareness
• Faith, spirituality & personal growth
• Fatherhood, grandfatherhood & legacy
• Entrepreneurship & founding Freqncy 36nyne
• Fashion as storytelling
• Community leadership & mentoring youth
• The power of writing and journaling
• Living with Purpose Over Popularity

Kurtis Foster is an entrepreneur, fashion creator, personal development coach, and founder of Freqncy 36nyne. His work combines fashion, coaching, and storytelling to help people reconnect with their identity, cultivate discipline, and live with greater purpose. Through his brand, books, workshops, and coaching, he encourages others to break unhealthy patterns and create lives built on intentionality.

🎙 Host: Smith Francois

🌐 Website: https://smithsays.one

In this episode:About Kurtis Foster