More Than A Title

On this episode of More Than a Title, me, Chadeo, and Nadege are sitting down with someone who doesnt just talk the talk he walks it, daily. Curtis Turney-Rentas is a name that holds weight in Far Rockaway, not because of accolades (though there are plenty), but because of how consistently he shows up for his people.

From founding the Far Rock Greek Council and co-founding Rock The Block Foundation, to opening The B.R.I.D.G.E. Family Enrichment Center Curtis has made it his mission to create spaces that feel like home, and that pour into our youth, our elders, and everyone in between.

We talk legacy, grassroots work, organizing across generations, and what it really means to lead in a place where trust in systems has been broken. This convo is full of love for the block, honesty about the grind, and vision for whats possible when we move together.

This ones for anyone who cares about their community and wants to make a difference not later, but right now

On this episode of More Than A Title, me, Nadege, and Chadeo chop it up with Imani EllisFounder & CEO of CultureCon and The Creative Collective. Imani didnt just build a conference, she built a cultural movement that put diverse creatives at the center of the conversation. From starting small to curating rooms with legends like Issa Rae, Spike Lee, and Tracee Ellis Ross, shes proof that when community leads, culture follows.

We get into how she scaled an idea into a platform that changes lives, why creatives need spaces built for them, and what it really takes to build something bigger than yourself. This ones all about vision, execution, and the power of betting on your community.

n this episode of More Than A Title, we sit down with Jael Harrisbrand strategist, creative producer, and founder of MORE Media Co. Jael is on a mission to help underestimated founders turn bold ideas into brands that shift culture.

From leading brand strategy at Mary & Maina Black woman-owned cannabis dispensary in Marylandto building long-term creative partnerships across cannabis, beauty, and lifestyle, Jael has mastered the art of storytelling in highly regulated and competitive industries. Recognized by Adobe as a creative community leader and trusted by the Aspen Institute for her equity-driven approach, Jael is showing us how creativity can be a powerful tool for visibility, ownership, and economic mobility.

If youre a founder, creative, or marketer looking to turn vision into impact, this is an episode you dont want to miss.

On this episode of More Than A Title, me, Chadeo, and Nadege sit down with Jacqueline WoodsCMO of Teradata and one of the most impactful marketing leaders in the game.

Jacquelines track record is crazy: IBM, NielsenIQ, Oracle, GE shes been shaping brands, driving transformation, and showing how the real power happens when data meets storytelling. Shes not just about marketingshes about building brands that last, leading with purpose, and creating impact at scale.

We'll discuss her journey, the gems shes learned at the top, and why mastering storytelling is the key for every leader who wants to stay ahead.

This ones for anybody ready to level up, think bigger, and stop chasing titlesbecause youre more than that.

On this episode of More Than A Title, we chop it up with Chris Peay, Co-Founder and CMO of Cxmmunity Mediathe #1 media brand pushing gaming and creator culture forward.

Chris is on a mission: not to chase culture, but to build with it. From co-creating the HBCU Esports League that pulled in over 14M live views and delivered $2M+ in scholarships, to connecting blockbuster films like Space Jam: A New Legacy and Creed III with gaming audiences, hes showing what it looks like when ownership and culture collide.

We get into:

Why kids need to see gaming, anime, and digital content as real career lanes

How Cxmmunity built partnerships with Nike, Amazon, Microsoft, and NBCUniversal without selling out

What it takes to create IP that feels like identity instead of advertising

This conversation is all about vision, impact, and proving theres more than one way to win.

Tap inChris is redefining what it means to build community, culture, and ownership in real time.

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On this episode of More Than A Title, were chopping it up with Chris Calvin a former California State Coach of the Year who went from building powerhouse athletes at St. John Bosco to building wealth for everyday people.

Chris is the founder of Invest With Coach and the author of the upcoming book The Investment Playbook. After years of winning on the field, he cracked the code to financial freedom through investing and now hes teaching folks how to run their own money plays with Roth IRAs, ETFs, and dollar-cost averaging.

What I love about Chris is he makes investing relatable. Whether youre a student-athlete trying to figure out NIL money or a 9-to-5er tired of living check-to-check, Chris has a way of breaking it down so it sticks. He brings that same locker room energy to finance discipline, vision, and no fluff.

This convo is for anybody serious about building wealth from the ground up and setting the stage for generational success.

On this episode of More Than A Title, were chopping it up with the powerhouse herselfSarita Nauth. If you dont know, Sarita is an Indo-Caribbean producer, social media strategist, and beauty influencer who has left her mark on some of the biggest stages in entertainment. From producing award-winning digital series like Black Girl Beauty, to running viral red carpet coverage at the VMAs, BET Awards, and even the MET Gala, her work has racked up over 300 million views.

Shes also partnered with top beauty brands like Juvias Place and Il Makiage, all while pushing culture forward and creating space for Caribbean women to see themselves represented authentically. In this conversation, we get into her journey, the grind behind the glamour, and how shes redefining beauty, culture, and identity in media.

On this episode of More Than A Title, me, Nadege, and Chadeo chop it up with Brandon Brannu Fultona Brooklyn native whose journey is nothing short of powerful. From the streets of Brownsville to rocking parties at Clark Atlanta and touring the world as DJ Brannu with legends like Akon and Da Brat, his story couldve ended there. But instead, he traded the nightlife for the cowboy lifeturning his childhood love of horses into a new lane, a new purpose, and a whole new legacy.

We dive into everything from music and culture to land ownership, film work, and the tough legal battles hes been fighting to protect his name and his horses. Through it all, Brandon shows us what it means to ride for your purpose no matter whats stacked against you.

This ones about resilience, reinvention, and staying true to who you are.

On this episode of More Than A Title, hosts Jarrett and Chadeo sit down with Islam EldessoukyGlobal Vice President of Creative at Coca-Cola and the visionary mind behind some of the brands most impactful campaigns.

From his early days managing Sprite in the Middle East to now shaping the global creative voice of Coca-Cola, Islam has mastered the art of authentic storytelling that doesnt just sell productsit penetrates culture and becomes part of peoples lives.

We dive into his philosophy on brand storytelling, the balance between creativity and results, and how culture, history, sneakers, hip-hop, and even BBQ fuel his perspective as a global creative leader.

This ones all about the power of story, the hustle behind creativity, and what it takes to move both culture and people at the same time

In this episode of More Than A Title, hosts Jarrett, Chadeo, and Nadege sit down with Taylor McCainCOO of Rap Snacks and founder of The L.E.A.D. Firm. From her Greensboro beginnings to leading one of the most recognizable culture-driven brands, Taylors story is all about vision, grit, and purposeful leadership.

We dive into how shes reshaping the playbook for brand building, the lessons her grandfather instilled that continue to fuel her path, and the balance between entrepreneurship and service. Taylor shares what it takes to lead authentically where culture and commerce intersectand why legacy matters as much as profit.

Its a blueprint for building, leading, and leaving an impact only you were meant to make.