We’re launching a special two-part interview series from the Concern Worldwide Unite for Hunger Gala, featuring powerful conversations with:

In this video, we dive into:

00:09 — NYC Charity Gala Intro | Concern Worldwide Unite for Hunger

01:05 — Writing a Song for the Gala | Music Meets Philanthropy

01:33 — Giving Back in NYC | Youth Foundations & Community Impact

06:18 — Red Carpet Interview | Jon Ledecky (NY Islanders Co-Owner)

08:01 — Live Song Moment | Backstage Charity Gala Performance

10:44 — Concern Worldwide Impact | 93% Funds to Programs

15:19 — Red Carpet Auctioneer | Charity Event Fundraising Insights

23:21 — Running for a Cause | NYC Marathon & Influencer Impact

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In this episode of Got Spice?, Gregory and Kirti sit down with Candance Patel-Taylor, Head of Engagement for Concern Worldwide US — one of the most respected humanitarian organizations fighting extreme poverty and hunger globally.

Gregory and Kirti uncover with Candance:

(0:27) – Meet Candance Patel-Taylor: VP of Marketing & Communications, Concern Worldwide

Candance joins the show and sets the tone for a conversation about purpose-driven work.

(2:38) – How Candance’s Career Began in Fashion, PR & Early Influencer Marketing

She shares her start in boutique PR and her first major influencer campaign with EcoTools + Alicia Silverstone.

(6:45) – Moving to Ghana: Career Growth, Culture, and Finding Purpose Abroad

Candance describes living in Ghana for eight years and bringing social impact into every campaign.

(9:24) – How She Ultimately Joined Concern Worldwide

A friend’s encouragement, a desire for deeper impact, and learning about Concern’s boots-on-the-ground model.

(24:18) – What Concern Worldwide Does: 25 Countries, 27M People Reached

Deep dive into the organization’s mission, reach, and Irish humanitarian roots.

(26:22) – Why Global Hunger Is Rising & What’s Driving the Crisis Today

Candance explains how COVID-19 and global aid cuts reversed years of progress.

(27:50) – The Human Impact: 4M People Losing Aid, 1M Children Affected

She breaks down the devastating scale of current aid cuts.

(31:24) – Bono’s Connection to Concern Worldwide

How a Concern trip to Ethiopia in the ’80s ignited Bono’s life as a global activist.

(33:33) – The 2024 Unite to Fight Hunger Goal: $3 Million

Candance outlines their fundraising target and why community involvement matters.

(43:57) – Inside the Upcoming Concern Gala at Cipriani Wall Street

Details on honorees, cultural programming, and how viewers can attend.

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From Housewives to humanity — this episode of Popcorn & Bubbles dives into how pop culture, music, and everyday chaos shape who we are beyond our 9-to-5s. Hosts Kirti Naik and Greg Yates sit down with Matty Durkin (Concern Worldwide, The Durkin Foundation) to unpack: Why TV shows mirror our modern identities The soundtrack to resilience and real life Greg’s idea for “The NYC Husbands” — a hilarious spin on modern masculinity Finding purpose beyond the job title Why laughter, empathy, and pop culture keep us human Drop your thoughts: What’s your reality-TV alter ego? Subscribe for more episodes blending purpose, passion, and pop culture.

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We Stopped Following the Rules and Started Living. What if the “right way” wasn’t your way?

In this punchy, personal episode, Greg and Kirti unpack the invisible rules we’ve all been taught—from work and success to family and identity—and why breaking them might be your best decision yet.

🔥 Rules we’ve rejected (and why we don’t regret it)

🧠 Rewriting success on our own terms

👀 What we still struggle to unlearn

✨ How we’re raising the next gen to question everything

🎯 This one’s for the misfits, rebels, late bloomers & reinventors. Tap in. Unlearn. Rewrite the script.

👇 Drop the one “rule” you’re ready to break.

This summer, Gregory Yates & Kirti Naik are all about balance mixing work, life, and fun without regrets. We share tips on how to plan your days right, take advantage of cool events happening near NYC, and even some smart hacks to save money while you’re at it.

Plus, big news: they’re recruiting band members to put together a live band and record an album. If you’re into music, you don’t want to miss this!

So grab your calendar, get out there, and make this summer one to remember no regrets, just good vibes.

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They trusted the brand. Then everything changed.

In this episode of Got Spice?, I sit down with Ryan Walker, President of RJ Walker & Co., to talk about what most financial firms still get wrong about PR, marketing, and reputation — even in 2025.

We cover:

• Why “Reputation Matters™” is more than a tagline

• The evolution of RJ Walker from media firm to marketing powerhouse

• What wealth managers and fintechs must fix if they want to stay relevant

• How to build trust without buying attention

• What Ryan learned about risk, reinvention, and starting over

Whether you’re in wealth, fintech, or any legacy industry trying to modernize, this one’s for you.

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From personal to professional, relationships shape every part of our lives. In this episode, Greg & Kirti break down what makes relationships thrive, where they break down, and how to strategically nurture them for lasting impact. Whether it’s love, business, or friendships, we’re diving into real experiences, lessons learned, and actionable strategies to help you level up your connections.

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Football, Media & Billion-Dollar Secrets | Hosted by Gregory & Kirti | ft. Mike Thrasher | Ep. 36

The world of journalism, media, and high-net-worth investing is shifting fast. With Meta removing fact-checking and family offices controlling trillions while feeling underserved, the stakes have never been higher.

In this episode of Got Spice, host Gregory Yates sits down with Mike Thrasher, founder of MODIS, to break down:

• The state of journalism in 2025 and why media is losing trust

• How family offices are navigating the great wealth transfer

• The hidden power dynamics in asset management and private equity

• What the world’s richest families are investing in right now

• The future of independent media and financial journalism

This episode is a must-watch for journalists, finance professionals, investors, and digital media experts. If you are in wealth management, fintech, private equity, or digital content creation, you need to hear this conversation.

Watch now to learn insider insights that no one else is talking about.

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Key Timestamps:

• 00:00 - Introduction: Gregory Yates introduces guest Mike Thrasher and the topic of journalism, media, and family offices.

• 04:37 - The Future of Journalism: Mike discusses how journalism is evolving, the challenges with Meta removing fact-checking, and the role of independent media.

• 10:20 - Why Family Offices Feel Underserved: Insight into why high-net-worth families struggle to get the right information and how media fails them.

• 18:17 - Launching MODIS: Mike shares the challenges and successes of launching an independent media company for family offices.

• 27:11 - The Power of Family Offices: How the world’s wealthiest families influence markets, real estate, and politics.

• 34:33 - The Great Wealth Transfer: The upcoming $124 trillion shift in wealth and its impact on financial advisors and family offices.

• 42:08 - Managing Family Wealth & Conflict: How family offices handle generational conflicts and avoid losing their fortunes.

• 48:13 - Do Billionaires Ever Go Broke?: A discussion on how some billionaires lose everything and how family offices prevent financial disaster.

• 55:06 - The Challenge of Hiring in Family Offices: Why it’s hard to find the right people to manage high-net-worth assets and family businesses.

• 1:02:30 - The Future of Media & Independent Journalism: Final thoughts on where journalism, digital media, and finance content is heading.

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How do you build a business that thrives in the modern era? 🌟 In Episode 35 of Got Spice?, we chat with the author of The Book on Digital Marketing for Independent Financial Advisors to break it all down.

🎧 Get ready to dive into:

•The art of building a differentiated, meaningful brand

•Using AI and the five senses to drive engagement

•Understanding crypto’s role in financial marketing

•Capturing the value of micro-moments

🚀 Tune in to Building a Business for the Modern Era now on YouTube or your favorite podcast platform!

🎧 Get ready for a fresh season of Got Spice? as we turn up the heat with an exciting first episode featuring the dynamic twin producers of Earth Program! From navigating vegetarian challenges around the globe to sharing wild encounters with bears and bugs, this episode dives into fascinating food and travel stories. We also explore how AI is shaping music creation, offer insider tips for breaking into the music industry, and share behind-the-scenes stories from Def Jam and other music legends. This is more than just a conversation—it’s a journey through food, culture, and creativity you won’t want to miss.

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