This week on Talk Ain’t Cheap Podcast, I had the honor of sitting down with music artist, actor, husband, and father—Kris Cartel. We dove deep into his life’s journey, from growing up in Park Hill projects, facing loss and adversity, to finding healing, self-love, and faith.
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Connect with Kris Cartel: @ItsKCBabyWatch for his album release on July 18!
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This week on Talk Ain’t Cheap Podcast, we chop it up with radio legend Catdaddy from K104.
🔊 From growing up in Baton Rouge as one of 12 siblings to going from McDonald’s drive-through to the airwaves—Catdaddy breaks down how grit, discipline, and seizing every chance shaped his journey into becoming a top radio personality.
Want to hear how he stayed persistent and climbed to the top? Tap in.
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🎙️ Dive Deep into Staten Island's Creative Pulse with Talk Ain't Cheap Podcast! 🎙️
In our latest episode, we sit down with the multifaceted Ayanna Unphucwitable—a dynamic music artist, brand manager, and content creator. Known for her candid discussions on personal growth and authenticity, Ayanna shares her journey navigating the vibrant yet challenging creative landscape of Staten Island.
What’s Inside This Episode?
Unveiling Staten Island's Artistic Scene: Explore the unique cultural dynamics of the "forgotten borough" and what it means to be a creative force within it.
Pursuit of Fame and Purpose: Ayanna opens up about her aspirations for stardom and how music became her compass to self-discovery.
Defining Royalty and Authentic Womanhood: Delve into a heartfelt conversation about the essence of being a queen and embodying true femininity in today's world.
Astrological Insights: Discover how zodiac signs influence Ayanna's perspectives and artistic expressions.
Cultural Leadership: Learn about her instrumental role in founding the Puerto Rican Student Association at the University at Albany, fostering community and cultural pride.
Connect with Ayanna:
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Don't miss this enriching conversation that uncovers the heart and soul of Staten Island's creative community. Listen to the full episode on all major streaming platforms.
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🎙️ Unlock the Future of Fashion with Talk Ain't Cheap Podcast! 🎙️
In our latest episode, we sit down with Ghanaian entrepreneur and fashion innovator, Darian Duah, CEO of CheB—a groundbreaking digital marketplace leveraging blockchain technology to authenticate fashion items.
What’s Inside This Episode?
Darian's Entrepreneurial Journey: From his family's business roots to college hustles, discover how Darian's path led him to revolutionize the fashion industry.
The CheB Revolution: Learn how CheB is transforming the resale market by ensuring authenticity and empowering local fashion communities.
Blockchain Meets Fashion: Explore the integration of blockchain in fashion and how it's combating counterfeiting.
Connect with Darian and CheB:
Darian Duah: @DarianDuah_
CheB: @Cheb.inc
Dive Deeper: CheB's Linktree
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🎙️ Dive into the latest episode of the Talk Ain't Cheap Podcast—where every conversation uncovers priceless gems!
This Week's Spotlight:
We had the pleasure of hosting two dynamic creatives:
Shawn McArthur (@SketchGhoul_Shawn): A versatile artist, illustrator, cartoonist, podcaster, and publisher.
Jodi Da Real (@JodiDaReal): A talented muralist, artist, musician, and all-around creative force.
Episode Highlights:
Staten Island Art Politics: An insider's look into the local art scene and its unique challenges.
Life as an Artist: Insights into balancing passion with profession and navigating the artistic journey.
Discovering Passions: Stories of finding and nurturing creative callings.
Partnership in Life and Art: Exploring their journey as a married couple and business partners.
Connect with Our Guests:
Follow Shawn: @SketchGhoul_Shawn
Follow Jodi: @JodiDaReal
Discover their studio: @divided_district_studios
Tune In Now:
Don't miss this engaging conversation! Listen to the full episode on our YouTube channel. Remember to like, comment, share, and subscribe to stay updated with our latest episodes.
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🎙️ Welcome to the Talk Ain’t Cheap Podcast—where every conversation is packed with gems you won’t want to miss!
In today’s episode, I had the absolute pleasure of speaking with the legendary battle rapper, founder, and creative force behind iBattleTV, Alex Braga, better known as Lexx Luthor.
💡 A little backstory:
Eleven years ago, Lexx took over iBattleTV and transformed it into a powerhouse within the battle rap culture. Under his leadership, the platform has grown to an impressive 106,000 subscribers on YouTube, becoming a go-to destination for battle rap enthusiasts around the world.
💬 Here’s what we dive into in this episode:
Whether you’re a die-hard battle rap fan, an aspiring battle rapper, or just curious about the culture, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration!
✨ Want to connect with Lexx Luthor and explore more of iBattleTV?
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🎙️ Welcome to the Talk Ain’t Cheap Podcast—where every conversation is filled with gems that inspire, uplift, and motivate!
In today’s episode, I had the absolute pleasure of speaking with the multi-talented Efe Akpovwa—a choreographer, creative visionary, and fitness guru.
💡 Here’s what you can expect from this exciting episode:
We take a heartfelt stroll down memory lane, reflecting on our college days and the profound impact Buffalo had on Efe’s journey of growth and self-discovery. From there, we dive into his passion for building communities through fitness and wellness:
Beyond fitness, we explore Efe’s inspiring philosophy: “Life is huge and vast—don’t put limits on yourself.” His perspective will challenge you to dream bigger and live without boundaries.
✨ Want to connect with Efe?
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If you enjoyed this conversation, don’t keep it to yourself! Like, share, comment, and subscribe to Talk Ain’t Cheap Podcast. And don’t forget to follow us on Instagram: @TalkAintCheapNetwork.
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In today’s episode, we had the privilege of sitting down with an extraordinary guest, Jonathan Muruako, a social entrepreneur and the visionary CEO of Fitalyst.
Jonathan’s story is one of resilience, determination, and the power of education. An immigrant from a low-income background in rural Mississippi, he transformed his life by pursuing one simple yet profound idea: “Seek information that is not readily available.”
💡 Here’s what you’ll take away from this powerful conversation:
Jonathan’s story is proof that no matter where you start, your determination can take you anywhere.
✨ Want to learn more about Jonathan and Fitalyst?
💬 Love this episode? Share the inspiration!Rate, review, and subscribe to the Talk Ain’t Cheap Podcast. Share this episode with someone who needs to hear Jonathan’s incredible journey. Follow us on Instagram: @TalkAintCheapNetwork.
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Thank you for joining us on this episode of the Talk Ain’t Cheap Podcast. Remember, every great success starts with a conversation. Until next time, stay inspired! 🌟
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On today’s episode, we’re thrilled to have Donald Luxama, better known as @Dnald14, joining us. Donald is a dynamic serial entrepreneur who’s making waves in the world of passive income. With one of the largest vending machine operations in Jersey and a thriving social media presence in the vending machine space, Donald is a true trailblazer.
💡 Here’s what you’ll discover in this episode:
If you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, curious about passive income, or simply love a good success story, this episode is for YOU.
✨ Want to connect with Donald?
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Rate, review, and subscribe to Talk Ain’t Cheap Podcast. Share this episode with someone who needs a little entrepreneurial inspiration. Follow us on Instagram: @TalkAintCheapNetwork.
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Where every conversation is packed with gems you’ll want to hold onto.
In today’s episode, I had the privilege of speaking with Nate Martin aka Iconic Ill—the CEO of Iconic Music Group, celebrity photographer, community builder behind Iconic Moves Around Gotham City, fraternity member of Phi Sigma Chi, event planner, and so much more.
This conversation goes deep, touching on how college shaped his hustle and laid the foundation for his grind. We also explore how Iconic Ill navigated the challenges of COVID, became a “forex kid,” and carved his own path as a creative and celebrity photographer in the fast-paced world of New York City—also known as Gotham City.
Nate Martin shares powerful insights into the music industry, networking, and what it really takes to make it as a creative in one of the world’s most competitive cities. If you’re looking for gems on how to level up your own grind, this episode is a must-listen.
✨ Want to connect with Nate Martin? Follow him on Instagram @Iconic.ILL and keep up with his journey through the lens of a true New York creative. Also, check out his YouTube channel Iconic Images.
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Where every conversation drops gems you won't want to miss.
In today’s episode, we sit down with the powerhouse Abby Lee Rose—author, CEO, poet, community builder, and, most importantly, a mother who’s changing the game. Abby is the driving force behind Rose Connect Media, a platform that helps brands build and thrive by amplifying local events—especially on Staten Island. Through her signature Rose Experience events, Abby has made a lasting mark on the community.
But that’s not all! Abby is also a 2x bestselling author of Confessions of an Extrovert and Confessions of an Extrovert: Unlocked and Reloaded. Trust us, you’ll want to grab a copy of her books—click the links below to dive in and discover her journey!
💥 Follow Abby Lee Rose on Instagram @roseconnectmedia for a daily dose of inspiration, brand-building tips, and behind-the-scenes looks at her world.
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🎙️ Welcome to the Immaculate Love Show—the podcast that dives into the dating qualms of the 21st century and everything in between.
In this episode, host Cletus Real Talk catches up with his friend Alex Gets Her Way for a raw and heartfelt conversation. It’s been a while since these two have reconnected, and they didn’t hold back!
💡 Here’s what we explore in this episode:
With Alex’s candid perspective and Cletus’s thought-provoking questions, this episode is full of relatable moments and refreshing insights into modern dating dynamics.
✨ Want to connect with Alex Gets Her Way?
Follow her on Instagram: @QueenAlexandriaMonique.
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Set the mood with their luxurious, hand-crafted candles. Shop now at ImmaculateScent.etsy.com and follow them on Instagram: @ImmaculateScent. Because an Immaculate Scent creates an Immaculate Vibe.
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Thank you for tuning into the Immaculate Love Show! Remember, love is a journey, and every conversation is a step toward understanding. See you next time! 🌹
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Where every conversation holds a gem waiting to be discovered.
In today’s episode, I had the privilege of reconnecting with someone I consider family. My brother Russell. We grew up together on Staten Island, but life took us in different directions after high school, and it’s been over 10 years since we last saw each other. This conversation marks our first reunion—and it’s one you won’t want to miss.
As we look toward 2025, we reflect on the year gone by—2024. We dive deep into what it took to level up, what challenges we overcame, and how we’re pushing ourselves to go even further. There’s a lot of wisdom packed into this episode, so listen closely to find the gems that could inspire your next move.
✨ Connect with our guest: If you enjoyed this conversation, be sure to follow him on Instagram @Russ333333 and continue the journey of growth with him.
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Like, comment, rate, share, and subscribe to our YouTube channel. Your support helps us bring more powerful conversations your way. Follow us @TalkAintCheapNetwork to stay connected.
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💭 Thank you for tuning in. Whether you're reflecting on the past year or planning for what's ahead, we’re grateful to be part of your journey. We can’t wait to share more conversations with you.
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Happy Talk Ain't Cheap Tuesday!
On today's episode, I had the honor of speaking with founder of Yamu Media, Venture Capitalist, entrepreneur, avid reader and World Traveler, Kanishka Wanninayaka. In this episode, we delve deep into his journey from humble beginnings in Sri Lanka, to eventually becoming financially stable in Dubai and serendipitously finding his way to Buffalo, NY.
During his time in Buffalo, Kanishka was very active in the University at Buffalo dance community, threw parties as an entrepreneurial endeavor and eventually found love and business mentors/partners. This sparked his interest in building businesses and starting communities.
Now Kanishka, sits on multiple boards advising organizations on marketing and has a company called Yamu Media that allows him to travel the world and run ads for multimillion dollar companies. In this episode, we learn about Kanishka through the "struggles, loneliness and terrifying moments" that create the perfect combination for his success.
If you would like to follow Kanishka travels and journeys, follow him on Instagram @Kanishka_W.
Thank you to Kanishka for being a guest on Talk Ain't Cheap Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please like, comment, rate, share, subscribe to our podcast and youtube channels, and follow @TalkAintCheapNetwork on instagram.
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Welcome to Talk Ain't Cheap podcast. This is a platform for real conversations with real people, where we delve into the journey of entrepreneurs, creatives and innovators.
On today's episode, I had the honor and pleasure of speaking with data scientist, podcast host and modern day Stoic, Kofi Biney. In this episode, we explore manhood and masculinity, relationships, the benefits of having a life coach and his podcast, The Reflects Podcast.
If you enjoyed this episode with Kofi, follow him @KofiBeann and follow his podcast @theReflectsPodcast, "where psychology meets unique perspectives to understand the science behind your behavior."
Thank you for tuning into episode 124 of Talk Ain't Cheap Podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, like, comment, share, subscribe and follow @TalkAintCheapNetwork powered by @TheCletusGroup.
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Welcome to Talk Ain't Cheap Podcast, home of real conversations with real people, where we speak to innovators, creatives and entrepreneurs about their journey.
On today's episode, I had the honor and pleasure of speaking with CEO of Mulzac Rentals and Mulzac Motors, Briana Mulzac. In this dual episode, we speak about her journey through entrepreneurship, cars and real estate. She gives us some insight on how she has been able to manage multiple Airbnbs, doing business with a significant other and much more.
We even got a peak into her relationship life where she disclosed interesting perspective on her dating preferences and what its like to do business with your partner. If you would like to follow and learn more about Briana follow her @BrianaMulzac . Follow her businesses at @Mulzacrentals and @MulzacMotors.
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Welcome to the Immaculate Love Show, a show about the dating qualms of the 21st century.
On today's episode, we have my cousin beverly from the West Coast, Los Angeles. In a recent article by Fetishfinder, Los Angeles was ranked as one of the worst cities to date. In this episode, we discuss what its like to date as a black woman in LA and how colorism plays a part in the dating and nightlife culture.
Make sure you follow Beverly @ThisChickBev . If you're on the west coast and want some Immaculate Eats follow @auntiebevs!
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On today's episode, I had the honor and pleasure of sitting down with @BLVCK_TY aka Tyrell Taylor. Tyrell is the CEO of The BLVCK Market Agency, which specializes in car rentals on TURO, Airbnb rentals, marketing and branding. He also is a professional practice basketball player for the New York Liberty and a world traveler.
In this episode, we speak about getting started in TURO and building a TURO business. We also discuss how to be successful in Airbnb and how having the right partner makes a huge difference in life and in business.
If you would like to connect with Tyrell and learn more about TURO and Airbnb, follow him @BLVCK_TY.
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Welcome to Immaculate Love Show episode 13.
On today's episode, host Cletus RealTalk sat down with his friend Bree. In this episode, we speak about dating as a single mother and the dating scene in Dallas. Also, we spoke about the perfect wedding and the cost of this wedding. Btw she's not interested in short kings and a man with multiple baby mothers lol
If you can relate or can't relate, comment, like, share, rate and follow @ImmaculateLoveShow on @TalkAIntCheapNetwork powered by @TheCletusGroup
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Welcome to the home of real conversations with real people.
On today's episode, I had the honor and pleasure of sitting down with media mogul in the making, radio personality, host, streamer, father and a dear friend of mine, Big Eli aka EAZY WHIRL. In this episode, we discuss his process of finding his purpose, navigating life after hurricane Katrina, dealing with Grief and loss, and maximizing relationships.
If you would like to follow and connect with Eazy, follow him on Instagram @EAZYWHIRL.
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