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Welcome to episode #40 of Hustle & Schmear.It’s our “Super Bowl Sunday” special with Super Dave — David Berrayarza of Dorlom Construction — Miami luxury home builder, devoted husband and dad, and proud University of Miami Canes fan. We talk football, entrepreneurship, and Dave’s journey building both a career and homes from the ground up. We break down the big game, get into Sam Darnold vs. Drake Maye chatter, share our predictions, and cover the real essentials: wings, pizza, commercials, and halftime drama. Dave brings his signature calm, chivalry, and sports-fanatic energy while sharing lessons on leadership, loyalty, and showing up for your team - on and off the field.”Hosted by Jason Salstein and Liz Cohen, this podcast is your dose of bagels, banter, and brutal honesty. Two besties yada, yada-ing, exploring, and diving deep into life’s curiosities. Whether you want to join or not, we don’t care, just let us know so we can have a head count for the wonton soup order!Hit follow and let’s schmooze. “The Hustle is Real, the Schmear is Extra!” @hustleandschmear

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Welcome to episode #39 of Hustle & Schmear.Hosted by Jason Salstein and Liz Cohen, this podcast is your dose of bagels, banter, and brutal honesty. Two besties yada, yada-ing, exploring, and diving deep into life’s curiosities. Whether you want to join or not, we don’t care, just let us know so we can have a head count for the wonton soup order!From "Port-au-Prince to Buckingham Palace," we sit down with Her Excellency Madam Ambassador, Anaïse Manuel, Haiti’s Ambassador to the United Kingdom, to talk power, purpose, and representation on the world stage. Shaped by a family legacy of political activism, Anaïse shares her personal journey and what it truly means to carry a nation with you. We explore Haiti today—its challenges, its resilience, and the responsibility of telling its story beyond headlines. This conversation celebrates Haiti’s extraordinary culture, history, and global influence, while spotlighting the voices working toward its future. Thoughtful, intimate, and hopeful, this episode is about diplomacy—with heart.Hit follow and let’s schmooze.

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Welcome to episode #38 of Hustle & Schmear.Hosted by Jason Salstein and Liz Cohen, this podcast is your dose of bagels, banter, and brutal honesty. Two besties yada, yada-ing, exploring, and diving deep into life’s curiosities. Whether you want to join or not, we don’t care, just let us know so we can have a head count for the wonton soup order!In "Brows & Burpees," we sit down with power couple, Rachel Robinson, founder of Rachel Fitness and 3 time champion of MTV’s The Challenge, along with wife Natalie Gee of the renowned Gee Beauty brand and retail stores. We talk entrepreneurship, family, and personal growth. We explore raising kids, staying fit and confident, beauty rituals, and what it really takes to build a business while building a life together. It’s an honest, effortless, and unfiltered conversation about ambition, fitness, love, and modern motherhood. From brows, to burpees, and babies, we cover it all!Hit follow and let’s schmooze.

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Welcome to episode #37 of Hustle & Schmear.Hosted by Jason Salstein and Liz Cohen, this podcast is your dose of bagels, banter, and brutal honesty. Two besties yada, yada-ing, exploring, and diving deep into life’s curiosities. Whether you want to join or not, we don’t care, just let us know so we can have a head count for the wonton soup order!On this episode of Hustle & Schmear, we present “Nuestra Carta de Amor,” a true love letter to Miami—its past, its pulse, and its soul. We’re joined by Susie Egurrola, who takes us through Miami’s rich history and culture, from what to see, where to go, what to do, and most importantly, what to eat. Susie shares deeply personal Cuban exile stories, from her parents’ journey through Operation Peter Pan to building a life and legacy in Miami. We travel through Coral Gables, Miami Beach, Coconut Grove, and the Everglades, unpacking how each neighborhood shapes the city’s identity. It’s nostalgic, heartfelt, and opinionated—in other words, Miami as told by people who truly love it. Hit follow and let’s schmooze.

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Welcome to episode #36 of Hustle & Schmear.Hosted by Jason Salstein and Liz Cohen, this podcast is your dose of bagels, banter, and brutal honesty. Two besties yada, yada-ing, exploring, and diving deep into life’s curiosities. Whether you want to join or not, we don’t care, just let us know so we can have a head count for the wonton soup order!Pop the champagne and settle in for our "New Year’s Eve" episode. We break down the wins, the fails, the highlights, and the lessons we’re officially carrying forward (or leaving behind). We talk resolutions we mean to keep, goals for the year ahead, and how we’re actually planning to do things differently - at least until February! From the chaos and romance of Times Square and the pressure of the New Year’s Eve kiss to the magic of the ball drop and the eternal obsession with “When Harry Met Sally.” Let the countdown begin, Happy New Year! 🥂Hit follow and let’s schmooze.

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Welcome to episode #35 of Hustle & Schmear.Hosted by Jason Salstein and Liz Cohen, this podcast is your dose of bagels, banter, and brutal honesty. Two besties yada, yada-ing, exploring, and diving deep into life’s curiosities. Whether you want to join or not, we don’t care, just let us know so we can have a head count for the wonton soup order!It’s our “Holiday & Gift Guide" episode, and we’re doing the heavy lifting so you don’t have to; just don’t expect a free car, we’re not Oprah! From gifts that actually feel thoughtful (not panic-bought at the airport) to holiday rituals, New York nostalgia, and what we’re loving this season, Jason and Liz break down what’s chic, what’s cozy, and what’s worth your money with special guest, Lidia Pefaur. Expect laughs, strong opinions, and a little seasonal chaos. Consider this your permission slip to shop smarter and stress less.Hit follow and let’s schmooze.

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Welcome to episode #34 of Hustle & Schmear.Hosted by Jason Salstein and Liz Cohen, this podcast is your dose of bagels, banter, and brutal honesty. Two besties yada, yada-ing, exploring, and diving deep into life’s curiosities. Whether you want to join or not, we don’t care, just let us know so we can have a head count for the wonton soup order!In this week's episode, "Chanukah Schmanukah," we go beyond the gifts to unpack what the holiday is really about. Joined by our resident holiday guru, FIU Hillel Director Jon Warech, we cover the history, traditions, menorahs, dreidels, songs, and the foods that define the season. Equal parts thoughtful and funny — because Chanukah deserves more than just eight nights of candles.Hit follow and let’s schmooze.

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Hosted by Jason Salstein and Liz Cohen, this podcast is your dose of bagels, banter, and brutal honesty. Two besties yada, yada-ing, exploring, and diving deep into life’s curiosities. Whether you want to join or not, we don’t care, just let us know so we can have a head count for the wonton soup order!

This week, “The Art Episode” is our Basel-bound deep dive into the wild, wonderful, and occasionally ridiculous world of art. Jason and Liz break down everything from Miami’s fair frenzy to New York’s museum moments, gallery gossip, and the pieces that made us gasp—or giggle. We talk collecting, curating, overpaying, under-thinking, and why everyone suddenly becomes an expert during Art Week. From Keith Haring in a subway bathroom to hidden murals in Manhattan, nothing is off the table or the plinth. Whether you love art, pretend to love art, or just want to know where the good champagne is at Basel, this episode is your VIP pass.

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Welcome to episode #32 of Hustle & Schmear.Hosted by Jason Salstein and Liz Cohen, this podcast is your dose of bagels, banter, and brutal honesty. Two besties yada, yada-ing, exploring, and diving deep into life’s curiosities. Whether you want to join or not, we don’t care, just let us know so we can have a head count for the wonton soup order!On this episode, “Viva Las Schmegas,” we take a spin down the Las Vegas Strip with Jason’s dad, Howard, better known as "Howie" or "H"—New York kid turned Sin City veteran. We talk everything Vegas- from hotels, to the shows you had to see, and how the city evolved from an empty desert, to neon oasis, to global playground. Howie also shares what it was like dealing craps during Vegas’s wild west era of the 60’s and 70’s, growing up in the middle of mob energy, desert glamour, and round-the-clock reinvention. The result? A masterclass in old Vegas, new Vegas, and why the house always wins.Hit follow and let’s schmooze.

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Welcome to episode #31 of Hustle & Schmear.Hosted by Jason Salstein and Liz Cohen, this podcast is your dose of bagels, banter, and brutal honesty. Two besties yada, yada-ing, exploring, and diving deep into life’s curiosities. Whether you want to join or not, we don’t care, just let us know so we can have a head count for the wonton soup order!On this episode, “Thanksgiving Schmanksgiving,” Jason and Liz carve into the holiday with their signature blend of wit, eye-rolls, and gratitude. They break down the history, the pop-culture, the Macy’s parade, football, the foods we love, and the family dynamics we do not. From iconic TV moments to modern-day holiday chaos, it’s warm, it’s funny, it’s occasionally unhinged, and it’s the perfect pre-game for your turkey day. Grab a plate, grab a schmear, and let’s give thanks…or at least try."Hit follow and let’s schmooze.

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