Unexpected Success Podcast

Unexpected Success Podcast

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Unexpected Success Podcast episodes

  • Unexpected Success + Recommended Daily Dose/ Covid Vaccine Special
    On this Special Edition of Unexpected Success, Dr. Clenton Coleman and Dr. Suraj Saggar (hosts of Recommended Daily Dose podcast) joined us to discuss the truth about Covid 19, the available vaccines, the myths and the misconceptions. ⠀
     
    The Docs were extremely thorough in their explanations about the vaccine and thoughtfully dispelled many of the misconceptions about its efficacy. ⠀
     
    Definitely a must listen!! Huge thank you to the Docs and all the healthcare professionals that have worked so incredibly hard to keep us all safe. Salute to you all. ⠀
    59 min
  • Heavy is the Crown
    On this episode, we sat down with Coach Book Richardson!  Coach Book has been an an assistant basketball coach for many institutions- Xavier, Marist College, University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, but he is mostly known for his job as Assistant Coach at the University of Arizona.  Coach Book walks us through his life, career and  education at U.C.L.A. - University Corner of Lenox Avenue. 
    While coaching at University of Arizona, Book found himself at the center of the NCAA “bribery scandal” launched by the federal government. This probe investigated Adidas and NCAA coaches (Rick Pitino, Sean Miller, Will Wade, and Tony Bland) involvement in scouting and paying NCAA college basketball prospects to attend their schools.  Ironically, none of the head coaches were prosecuted in this probe and ALL of the assistant coaches- who all happen to be black- were prosecuted. 
    We were inspired by Book’s honesty, transparency and willingness to speak about his journey.  Can’t keep a good Book down!! Book is currently the Director and coach of AAU New York Gauchos. 
    Go Book, Go!
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    1 hr 9 min
  • How Sweet It Is!

    Erika Oldham, Founder of Chic Sugars, epitomizes the pivot! Determined not to spend $500 to purchase a specialty cake for her daughter's birthday, she taught herself how to make a cake by watching Youtube videos.  Inspired by the television show Cake Boss, she turned her passion for baking into an extremely successful business which now employs multiple people and creates beautiful cakes.  Erika is also know as the celebrity baker and has made cakes for Jay Z, Nikki Minaj and Missy Elliott to name a few. 

    Erika was homeless, living in a car prior to becoming a social worker.  After the social work, she went to law school, and later started Chic Sugars in 2009.  Erika is such an inspiration and with a kind heart, she also partnered with “The Birthday Cake “ a charitable organization that provides monthly customized cakes for children in homeless shelters.

    Erika was determined to win and she has - against all odds!  Check out her amazing story!

    53 min
  • King of British Soul

    Omar- The King of British R&B has cemented his place in the music history books. He’s been creating music for 35 years and his sound is just as fresh today as it was back then. Omar took some time to chat with us from his London home about his career, process, how being a girl dad changed his approach and how he’s been able to pivot during this insane year. He spoke about the classic song- “There’s Nothing Like This”, the inspiration behind it and how it’s still as fresh to the ear after 30 years. 

    He will be releasing his 9th studio album first quarter 2021 and has a collection of his biggest hits out now on his most recent album -“The Anthology.” 
    Be sure to check out this latest episode with one of our favorite artists.
    The link is in the bio and don’t forget to subscribe

    26 min
  • BE GROUNDED, BE FLY! The power of utilizing your story and upbringing to become EXEMPLARY. A conversation with Jason Rembert.
    On this episode of the Comeback Kids, we sat down with the one and only Jason Rembert- Stylist to Hollywood A-listers and entertainers - Issa Rae, Odell Beckham, Rita Ora, Marsai Martin, Lizzo, Michael B. Jordan, Mariah Carey, Tamika Mallory, Mary J. Blige- to only name a few. Most recently, Jason styled AOC for the cover of Vanity Fair! ✨
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    Jason is also Founder/ Designer of Aliette, a colorful, vivid, dreamy clothing line inspired by the ability to “escape” through fashion. Aliette is beautifully named in honor of Jason’s mother and daughter. ❤️
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    While we were familiar with Jason’s work, we became obsessed with Jason after attending Harlem’s Fashion Row’s 2018 Fashion Show where Jason was awarded Stylist of the Year by HFR Founder Brandice Daniel (US podcast guest 2018). During Jason’s introduction, we learn he is from Far Rockaway, Queens- the same area that co-host Joy is from! We had to hear how Jason made it from Redfern Housing projects to Beverly Hills! 🚀
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    In Part I, Jason is warm, familiar and refreshingly introspective in describing how he followed his passion for fashion to become THE Jason Rembert. We are beyond thrilled to catch up with him!
    51 min
  • BE GREAT...Dhane! Be prepared to be moved by our amazing episode with Dhane Scotti.

    On this episode of the Comeback kids we sit down and talk to @greatdhane a seasoned advertising executive who opens up about his drive, his motto on chasing discomfort and how at a young age he knew exactly what career path he was on.  From leading the Mars account at one of NYC largest agencies BBDO to taking a global role in London our conversation with Dhane left us in awe. Living by his motto, he left a cushy role where he was the youngest EVP, managing the global Coca-Cola account and joined Google as the Global Consumer Marketing Lead for Pixel phone in the tech space something totally unfamiliar to him. If you need a pick me or some motivation to BE GREAT, you must tune in. #Business #Success #Wealth #Marketing #Entrepreneur #Story

    51 min
  • Part II of our interview with Yandy Smith-Harris is LIVE!

    On this episode, Yandy discusses the ups and downs of starting her own skincare line- Yelle Skincare (@yelleskincare) and how Covid INCREASED her sales (Comeback Kid)!!

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    She also talks about how her husband’s (@Mandeeces) arrest and incarceration motivated her to get involved with activism (@UntilFreedom) (and get arrested herself protesting Breonna Taylor’s murder in Kentucky).

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    Yandy gives invaluable advice about the power of PERSISTENCE,  never taking a “No” personally and living your dream despite the fear.  As Yandy says “do it scared but do it”.

     

    Lots of jewels on this one! Yandy was raw, delightfully vulnerable.  Link in bio! 🔥🚀

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    33 min

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The Unexpected Success Podcast highlights inspirational stories of entrepreneurs and professionals that dared to dream, beat all odds and achieved success.