In this episode of The Championized Podcast with Severen “Sevy” Henderson, Sevy sits down with Rocelle Hampton, a Chicagoland Realtor and FinTech expert, for a practical conversation about credit, homeownership, financing, and the steps people can take to position themselves to buy a home.

Rocelle breaks down how credit impacts buying power, why so many people feel stuck renting, and what it really takes to start preparing for homeownership. The conversation also touches on current housing challenges, interest rates, financial education, and how the right tools and guidance can help people repair, build, and better understand their credit.

This episode is for anyone who wants to stop guessing about money, credit, and home buying, and start building a real plan. Whether you are thinking about purchasing your first home, cleaning up your credit, or just trying to understand how financing works, this conversation gives you a strong starting point. 

Tap in, take notes, and get Championized.

For this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down and speaking with former (retired) Chicago Fire Fighter Bryan Velez. He's happy and healthy while being a Training Captain in Florida. Tune in as we talk about his career journey, his transition to retirement, and the call that helped shape his already stellar perspective on training to new highs.

In this episode of The FIRE Podcast, host Severen Henderson sits down with his good friends Quintion Echols and Anthony Walker Jr., both seasoned firefighters from Columbus, Ohio. Together, they dive into their unique experiences in the fire service, reflecting on the different roles they’ve taken on and the challenges they’ve faced throughout their careers. Beyond the uniform, the conversation shifts to life outside the firehouse, sharing personal stories and fun anecdotes that show how they balance the intensity of their work with non-fire department adventures. Join us for an insightful and entertaining chat that’s all about career, life, and brotherhood.

Sev talks with the creative dynamic duo behind Swish House and more Advertising

Sev sits down with Jonathon Dues and Caitlin Ackerman of Swish House to talk fitness.

Sev talks with his producer Danny Kulasik about his work in music production, podcast production, and his personal history.

Sev speaks with Capt. Malick Bilal, President of the IABPFF Chicago FD Chapter. Topics include minorities in the fire service.

Sev talks with frequent guest and best friend Troy about the upcoming US elections.

Guests: John Hardy, Alexander Watts, and Samuel Clark Sev gets the opportunity to speak with 3 retired Chicago Fire Department Paramedics. 2 of whom started the Paramedic program in the City of Chicago as we know it. The group talks about their experiences being a part of CFD and offers advice for future generations of First Responders.

Sev sits down and talks with AC Mikel and Dekalb Walcott III being firefighters, their music careers and what’s next for them as a rap duo.