Real Talks on the Rocks

Real Talks on the Rocks

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Real Talks on the Rocks episodes

  • Episode 17- Zuberi Issa: A wise man's lessons of survival

    Zuberi Issa is a civil rights survivor from McComb Mississippi who is also a proud advocate for positive change in underprivileged communities. In this episode, Zuberi talks about life growing up under Jim Crow segregation in Mississippi, how african-american athletes voice their concerns for equality, and how his life choices allowed him to become the best version of himself, which includes owning a multi-million dollar home.

    Zuberi and myself also recorder an additional 20+ minutes of footage where he shares his secrets of his 52-year marriage. This bonus footage is available to all of my supporters on Patreon who help to keep this channel going. You can access my patron page at 

    https://patreon.com/realtalksontherocks

    You can also watch the full episode of this conversation on YouTube.

    To access my youtube channel, simply search for "real Talks on the Rocks" episode 17, or you can visit my website at 

    https://realtalksontherocks.com

    There you will find links to the youtube channel as well as my patreon page.

    1 hr 35 min
  • Episode 16- Joseph Illustrisimo: Lifestyle coach and game show contestant

    On this episode of Real Talks on the Rocks, I sit down with Joseph G. Ilustrisimo, who is a personal trainer that focuses on the entire spectrum of wellness (from mindset to movement to medicine). Joseph spends time talking about his experience on an Australian game show, how he motivates his clients to achieve their health goals and his motivation to raise money for the typhoon disaster that recently occurred in the Phillippines. You can find him training at DIAKADI San Francisco

    We recorded 30 + minutes of additional content from this episode that is available exclusively on Patreon to all of my loyal supporters and listeners! In this week's bonus content, Joseph gives specifics on how you can achieve your personal fitness goals, among other topics. Click on the link below to be taken to my Patreon Page and help support the future of this show. 

    https://patreon.com/realtalksontherocks 

    To donate to the Typhoon Odette relief fund, please find the Go fund Me link for Joseph's fundraiser, which is valid until the beginning of February of 2022. 

    https://gofundme/622c21ad 

    You can also reach out to Joseph on Instagram @_joseph.gabriel_

    Please check out my website: realtalksontherocks.com for links to all of the different ways to view my show. 

    You can also follow me on: 

    Facebook.com/realtalksontherocks 

    Instagram: @realtalksontherocks 

    Twitter: @realtalksrocks

    1 hr 24 min
  • Episode 15- Sebaztian Pardo: TWITCH insider and avid RPG gamer

    On this episode of Real Talks on the Rocks, I sit down with Sebaztian Pardo, who is a content creator supporter for Twitch and who specializes in helping creators find the tools they need to become successful on Twitch. Sebaztian also spends time talking about his native Peru, playing Final Fantasy 14 and Chrono Trigger and the future of Twitch in the metaverse.

    I have 30 + minutes of additional content from this episode that is available exclusively on Patreon to all of my loyal supporters and listeners! Click on the link below to be taken to my Patreon Page and help support the future of this show. In this weeks bonus content, we talk about several more topics, including a deeper understanding of how to make money on Twitch as a creator and Sebaztian's passion for dance. 

    Patreon.com/realtalksontherocks 

    You can watch the full video-version of this episode onYoutube. https://youtu.be/xtoi35MWwNY

     

    Please check out my website: realtalksontherocks.com for links to all of the different ways to view my show. 

    You can also follow me on: 

    Facebook.com/realtalksontherocks 

    Instagram: @realtalksontherocks 

    Twitter: @realtalksrocks

    1 hr 18 min
  • Episode 14- Andrew Mew:Shang-Chi/Matrix Resurrections stuntman and lifelong martial artist

    In episode 14 of Real Talks on the Rocks, I sit down with Andrew Mew, who is a San Francisco-based stuntman and martial arts expert that has worked on films such as Shang-Chi, Matrix Resurrections and Transformers. 

    This ended up being an upbeat and exciting conversation and I was excited to learn about the work it takes to perform the crazy stunts we can take for granted in major motion pictures. 

    This is definitely an episode you do not want to miss out on! 

    In addition to this, I ended up recording about 40 minutes of bonus content that I will release exclusively to my Patreon supporters on my new Patreon Page! Click on the link below to be taken to my Patreon Page and help support the future of this show. As a thank you for your support, you will be given access to all of the bonus material that I film for each of my guest speakers. 

    Patreon.com/realtalksontherocks 

    Please check out my website: realtalksontherocks.com for links to many different ways to view my show. 

    You can also follow me on Facebook.com/realtalksontherocks 

    Or on Instagram: instagram.com/realtalksontherocks of @realtalksontherocks.

    You can make a donation to the show at ko-fi.com/realtalksontherocks

    1 hr 28 min
  • Episode 13- Tom Wolf from the book San Fransicko goes deeper into his story.

    In this episode of Real Talks on the Rocks, I sit down with Tom Wolf. A native San Franciscan who was recently featured in the best-selling book San Fransicko by Michael Shellenberger. Tom goes deeper into his story of how and why he ended up homeless on the streets of San Francisco, how he got out of that lifestyle, and what conversations need to be had by both politicians and by members of the San Francisco public. Only together can we solve the problems that plague San Francisco streets. You might find that the problems facing San Francisco are not the same as they are in other parts of the country or the world. 

    You can reach out to Tom through his website: www.tomwolf.org 

    You can also follow him on twitter @Twolfrecovery 

    You can watch the full video on my youtube channel: Real Talks on the Rocks episode #13

     

    If you enjoy the content and direction of this show, please follow me on Instagram and Facebook: Instagram.com/realtalksontherocks 

    facebook.com/realtalksontherocks 

    Please help me by supporting the channel at ko-fi.com/realtalksontherocks Your small donation goes a long way in ensuring that I can continue to provide an environment for my future guests who take time out of their day to share their knowledge and experiences with the rest of the world!

    1 hr 43 min
  • Episode 12- Mike Roth: Financial industry expert talks investing in crypto and housing

    In this episode of Real Talks on the Rocks, I sit down with Mike Roth, a suitability and fiduciary risk officer with First Republic Bank. In this episode, Mike discusses his take on cryptocurrency, the skyrocketing housing market and the reality of what America really sells on the international market. 

    You can reach out to mike @[email protected] 

    You can watch the full episode on my YouTube channel (Real Talks on the Rocks).

    If you enjoy the content and direction of this show, please follow me on Instagram and Facebook: Instagram.com/realtalksontherocks facebook.com/realtalksontherocks 

    I am very interested in your opinion of the show and the direction I hope to take it! If you enjoy the content and would like to support me in continuing this journey, you can make a donation to the show for as little as $3 here: ko-fi.com/realtalksontherocks

    1 hr 33 min
  • Episode 11- Alister Lee: Video Game Creator and Secrets of the Industry

    In this Episode of Real Talks on the Rocks, I sit down with Alister Lee, a video Game creator (more specifically a creator for SIMS 4) who works for Electronic Arts. Alister talks about his role in creating the game, what some of the challenges in the industry are and how the culture of career video game players is mis-understood by most people. Alister is also a mentor for future video game industry professionals.

    You can watch the full episode on my YouTube channel

    You can reach out to Alister on Instagram @imaginefelix if you are interested in having Alister mentor you to be successful in the development of video games.

    If you enjoy this type of content, please feel free to support the channel at Ko-fi.com/realtalksontherocks

    You can make a donation for as little as $3. Your donations go a long way in allowing me to expand my outreach to guests with a wide array of backgrounds and also help me to obtain better equipment for the show.

     

     

    1 hr 31 min
  • Episode #10- Todd Yates: Sneaker collector and Mortgage compliance expert

    In episode #10 of Real Talks on the Rocks, I sit down with Todd Yates, who is Vice President of Compliance for a major mortgage company. Todd is also an avid sneaker collector and expert on how the game of sneaker collecting is played.

     

     You can reach out to Todd on Instagram @teeyeezy

     

    You can watch the full video on YouTube here:


    If you enjoy this type of content, please feel free to support the channel at Ko-fi.com/realtalksontherocks

    You can make a donation for as little as $3. Your donations go a long way in allowing me to expand my outreach to guests with a wide array of backgrounds and also help me to obtain better equipment for the show.

     

    Intro Music:

    Magnolia- from YouTube Studio

    1 hr 22 min
  • Episode 9- David Holly: Mclaren Supercar expert

    In this episode of Real Talks on the Rocks, I sit down with Mclaren Supercar professional David Holly. David and I discuss, among other things, the details of owning a Mclaren, the demographics and interest of Mclaren owners as well as the work of art the is created by the Mclaren company!. We also tackle other issues such as climate change, the draw of the the city of Paris and just how important respect is to becoming a successful individual!

     

    You can find David on Facebook @David Holly or you can find him at the Mclaren of San Francisco (based in Palo Alto, Ca)

     

    You can watch the full video on YouTube here:

     

    If you enjoy this type of content, please feel free to support the channel at Ko-fi.com/realtalksontherocks

    You can make a donation for as little as $3. Your donations go a long way in allowing me to expand my outreach to guests with a wide array of backgrounds and also help me to obtain better equipment for the show.

     

    Intro Music:

    Magnolia- from YouTube Studio

    1 hr 18 min
  • Episode 8- Paul Xayarath: Leukemia Survivor Story

    In this episode of Real Talks on the Rocks, I sit down with Paul Xayarath (ZAH-YAH-RATH). Paul is a survivor of hairy-cell leukemia and goes into depth on what caused him to get tested for this disease, how the treatment impacted his life and the importance of a support network in his recovery. Paul also takes time to discuss his relationship with his father and how hip-hop dancing has given him purpose.

     

    You can find Paul on Instagram @brightlikeneonlights

    If you enjoy this type of content, please feel free to support the channel at Ko-fi.com/realtalksontherocks

    You can make a donation for as little as $3. Your donations go a long way in allowing me to expand my outreach to guests with a wide array of backgrounds and also help me to obtain better equipment for the show.

     

    Intro Music:

    Magnolia- from YouTube Studio

    1 hr 21 min

About Real Talks on the Rocks

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My name is Michael Acosta and I created this video podcast to inspire people to take control over their life through fitness, finances and mental health. I do this by sitting down face to face with those who believe in helping others become their best selves. My episodes are in long-form format because I believe that to build trust with someone you don’t know, you need to talk to them face to face.