Join Tony Vidal and KR Jones as they journey through the trials, tribulations, and, of course, the occasional existential dread that comes with the pursuit of wellness in New York City. In this week’s episode, "A Requiem for Dignity," our hosts tackle the stark realities and unexpected lessons they encountered in their quest for balance, compassion, and possibly even a paycheck. 

Episode Highlights:

• "How Can I Afford My Time as a Wellness Professional?"
  Contemplating the true cost of wellness while struggling to afford…time itself?
• The Lost Art of Handwritten Thank You Notes
  Bringing a personal touch back to the wellness world one scribbled note at a time. Who knew wellness could be so vintage?
• Soulful Sundays in Brooklyn
  How Brooklyn became the sanctuary for recharging the spirit, one bite at a time.
• Biking in NYC & the Call for Compassion
  Tony recounts a bike accident in Queens and the epiphany that we could all use a bit more humanity on these chaotic streets.
• Can We Bring More Compassion to the City?
  A real-life crusade to make empathy a core tenant in New Yorker DNA.
• Young Black CEO Scores Big on Shark Tank
  Celebrating a fresh deal on ABC’s Shark Tank with CARD.io.
• Concept 2 Rowers' New Strength Training Gear
  Because why row when you can also lift? Home gyms, prepare yourselves.
• Are Gym Weights Dirtier Than Public Toilet Seats?
  The case for handwashing offenders and why slapping them might be the wellness protocol we all need.
• The Energy Drink Boom & The Youth Market
  Explosive growth in energy drinks and what it means for a generation that’s definitely not resting enough.
• FDA Warning: Teens, SARM’s Are Not Your Friends
  Breaking down the hype and hidden dangers of SARMs – and why they’re targeting teens.
• Photographer Reginald Thomas Collaborates with Vince Staples & Jayson Tatum
  Exploring the power of art, athletics, and culture.
• Steven A. Smith & Jaylen Brown’s "Unnamed Sources" Debacle
  Riffing on the power of "unnamed sources" and the media frenzy they cause.
• Height-Altering Surgery, New Gym Moves
  A wild update on our height-altering friend now power-jumping with his shiny new fake legs.
• The Hustle Culture Myth & True Path to Success
  Is hustle culture a mirage? Unpacking the myths and the real keys to progress.
• Networking vs. Net Worth
  Why "your network is your net worth" is a motto that cuts both ways.
• Knowing When to Play Main Character vs. Team Player
  A guide to role-playing in life’s big narrative and knowing when to pass the ball.
• DJ Clark Kent Passes at 57: Black Men’s Health & Screenings
  The urgent call for awareness in Black men’s health, early screenings, and family conversations.

Get ready to laugh, learn, and possibly even cringe, as Tony and KR get to the gritty reality of wellness and humanity, one hard-hitting to

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