Eating While Broke

In this engaging episode of 'Eating While Broke,' host Coline Witt is joined by actress and director Vanessa Bell Calloway. Vanessa shares her journey from financial struggles to a successful career in the entertainment industry, detailing her resilience and strategies for navigating the challenges of acting, including discrimination and competition. She delves into the importance of staying committed, being self-made, and constantly networking. The episode also features Vanessa demonstrating how to prepare a budget-friendly dish, Apricot Jalapeno Mint Garlic Chicken, offering detailed cooking tips and emphasizing the importance of cleanliness and proper seasoning. Additionally, Vanessa discusses her recent and upcoming projects, personal anecdotes, maintaining professionalism, and the evolving landscape of the entertainment industry. The narrative is interspersed with practical advice on financial management, staying relevant, and balancing a multifaceted career with family life.

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Entrepreneur Tucky Blunt shares his compelling journey from his challenging childhood to becoming a prominent figure in the legal cannabis industry. Host Coline Witt guides the conversation, which covers Tucky's experiences growing up in difficult circumstances, including living in a shelter and dealing with his parents' drug use. Tucky details his progression from smoking and selling cannabis as a youth to overcoming legal troubles and leveraging the social equity program to open a cannabis store. The discussion highlights the complexities of running a cannabis business within a highly regulated and partially legal framework. Tucky shares insights on business management, dealing with legal and financial hurdles, and the importance of resilience and adaptability. The episode also touches on the significance of community support, learning from successful individuals, and diversifying business ventures through non-plant-touching products. 

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Locrio Lessons: Yaris Sanchez on Navigating Life's Rings

In this compelling episode of "Eating While Broke," model and entrepreneur Yaris Sanchez takes us through her riveting journey from the streets of NYC to the forefront of holistic wellness. Growing up amid challenges like teenage pregnancy and her family's battles with mental health, Yaris's path has been anything but straightforward. She candidly discusses her initial forays into the entertainment industry, from her days as a stripper to becoming a social media sensation, each step marking a significant ring in the tree of her life.

Yaris opens up about her transformation into the wellness advocate behind Dolly Mama, a brand that champions holistic health, mental wellbeing, and community support. She shares insightful stories about her journey towards self-care, underscoring the importance of staying true to one's roots while fostering personal growth and resilience. Through her narrative, we learn how Yaris has managed to navigate the complex rings of her life, proving that like a tree, one can grow over and around their traumas, yet acknowledge and learn from them.

This episode not only sheds light on Yaris's personal struggles and triumphs but also offers inspiration on overcoming adversity, embracing change, and the power of community in the healing process. Join us as Yaris teaches us how to be like a tree—growing strong, tall, and wise, no matter what life throws our way.

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In 'Eating While Broke,' host Coline Witt welcomes Havilah Malone, a multi-talented executive producer, actress, and author. They cook a budget-friendly meal while delving into Havilah's transformative life journey, sparked by a layoff from Hewlett Packard. This setback led her to unconventional jobs, impactful personal development through Tony Robbins' events, and ultimately a deep personal and entrepreneurial growth. Havilah candidly shares her experiences with healing from past traumas, leveraging the power of community, and advocating for diversity in creative projects. She underscores the significance of specific goal-setting for achieving dreams, encapsulated by Napoleon Hill’s principles, and the broader impact of focusing on positives for personal and professional success.

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Get up close and personal as Chico Bean opens up about his journey to success, beginning at a young age. Raised by a single mother and losing his father to gun violence at just 2 years old, Chico was surrounded by male role models who never fully matured. As a teenager, influenced by his environment, he aspired to become a dope dealer—until an unthinkable loss of a close uncle, who had served as a father figure, forced him to confront the harsh reality that life in the streets often ends in tragedy. Determined to change his path, Chico pursued higher education and eventually graduated from college. It wasn’t until then that comedy entered his life as a new dream and purpose. In this episode, Chico shares the trials, setbacks, and pivotal moments that shaped his life and propelled him toward becoming the successful comic he is today.

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On this episode of Eating While Broke, host Coline Witt sits down with artist, writer, and producer Nikal Fieldz for a real, unfiltered chat about his career in the music industry. Nikal shares the highs and lows of navigating the tough entertainment world, from hustling for music placements to surviving on rice and beans in LA.

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It's a special milestone on Eating While Broke—our 100th episode! Join Coline as she sits down with radio and TV personality, Cece Valencia, from 93.5 KDAY. Cece shares her incredible journey from humble beginnings to becoming a radio personality, along with her go-to "broke" meal from childhood that still brings comfort today. Expect heartwarming stories, laughs, and some inspiring insights on staying true to yourself.

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The Black Effect Presents... Eating While Broke!

On this episode of Eating While Broke, we've got the talented DC Young Fly in the house. 

Join us as we dive into some classic, budget-friendly dishes and laugh our way through DC's wild stories and culinary creations. From ramen and hot dogs to the legendary Sweet Baby Ray's sauce, we're serving up nostalgia with a side of comedy.

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On this week's episode of Eating While Broke, Coline chops it up with the hysterical Navv Greene. From MTV's "Your Mama" to military life in Korea, and hustling through Hollywood to touring with 85 South, Navv serves up laughs and life lessons alongside his budget-friendly chicken tacos. Tune in as he spills the queso on his journey from broke comedian to "Coming 2 America" star, proving that with persistence and a dash of humor, you can turn financial struggles into a recipe for success.

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On this week's episode of Eating While Broke, Coline chops it up with her friend/acquaintance Eddie Osuch from Neo and Associates. This architect extraordinaire serves up more than just blueprints as he dishes on his journey from struggling grad to successful firm owner. Get ready for a feast of insights, laughs, and unexpected flavors as Eddie navigates the kitchen with the same precision he applies to his designs. Tune in for a truly structural episode!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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