Eating While Broke

Shantel Jackson is an Actress, Influencer, Entrepreneur, and Inventor. Most of all Shantel Jackson is proving that she's a boss in the shoe game. The Inventor of Shoe Gummi steps inside the kitchen to deliver the most unique broke dish of the season while sharing how her dominance in making heels comfortable was no overnight feat. Hailing all the way from Miami, this hardworking, persistent entrepreneur and inventor shares how her history in entrepreneurship helped groom her for her success today. Pull out your pens and paper because class is in session. We discuss entrepreneurship, Patents, Setbacks, and mistakes that kept this Boss on her heels. Follow @EatingWhileBroke @missjackson @wittcoline #entrepreneurSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chef Soulo also known as Derrick Bivens owner of Billionaire Burger Boyz took time out of his very hectic schedule to sit down and bless us with a gourmet budget friendly meal. He shares what the road to success looked like and kept it all the way real about how his story of pivots and mistakes led to his booming empire. If you have not had a Burger from this restaurant or truck I assure you, you are missing out. This interview delivers a mouthful of inspiration to fill your stomach. Born and raised in South Los Angeles, Chef Soulo is classically trained, award-winning chef and co-owner of the Billionaire Burger Boyz. After years spent working uninspiring jobs, graduating culinary school, and working in kitchens owned by world famous chefs such as Wolfgang Puck, he decided to branch out on his own. He started by doing meal prep and selling plates on street corners in Downtown Los Angeles until, eventually, he was able to get a food truck of his own. Not only does this Food Truck Titan own multiple food trucks and restaurants he’s a 2x time Champion of Guy’s Grocery Game and is the star of his own tv show “Burger Truck Brawl.” Follow @EatingWhileBroke @billionaireburgerboyz @wittcoline #entreprenaurSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I flew all the way to Atlanta to get up close and personal with my favorite male singer/songwriter. Let’s just say we have never seen this side of Neyo. He shares his story full of highs and lows on his way to becoming who we all know and love. In this interview we see Neyo in a very sarcastic, humorous and vulnerable state of mind. His Stories will make you laugh. We talk the music business, LA Reid, Jay-z and Mario. This Las Vegas native spills it all over a bowl of cereal. Follow @EatingWhileBroke @Neyo @wittcoline #entreprenaurSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mel Zakoul is the host of “Meet you where you are” podcast and owner/ creator of “Head Attire Trendsetting Clothing” This entrepreneur takes us back to the days he was living in Africa, a 2 week vacation proposed by his mom that ended up lasting three years with his father. On this episode we talk day jobs, Love, cashflow, being a single dad, Pivots during a pandemic. Also, the dish we are eating requires no heat and is all hands. Follow @EatingWhileBroke @headattire @wittcoline #entreprenaur Let us know your EWB Go-To-Meal @EatingWhileBrokeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Comedian, Wild n’Out cast member, entrepreneur and content creator Pretty Vee shares her rise, faith and journey to becoming the household name that we have all come to love. As she cooks, she shares how her life taking the backroads helped her get to where she is today. We talk radio, inspiration, DaBaby, working 9-5s and how much she made when she first became an influencer. Follow @EatingWhileBroke @yesimprettyvee @wittcoline Let us know your EWB Go-To-Meal @EatingWhileBrokeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Not often do we get an executive in the building! On today’s episode the CEO of Revolt gets in the kitchen. He keeps it all the way real, hailing all the way from Denvor, CO. We talk about bullying, quality education, friendship, police, felonies, and everything Revolt. Detavio shares how Duke and Standford University played a pivotal role in his success. We talk Diddy, why and how hip hop drives the culture. This is a must see episode over an imitation crab meat omlette. Follow @EatingWhileBroke @Detavio @wittcoline Let us know your EWB Go-To-Meal @EatingWhileBrokeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“You think I can’t do it? I’m going to show all y’all.” DJ Carisma spills all the tea on her rise to becoming one of the most well-known DJs in the hip hop industry on the West Coast. Carisma shares how her passion and her competitive nature allowed her to overcome years of rejection. Carisma went from working 3 jobs to pursuing her first big break, a street promotion job at radio station Power 106. She shares how speaking up for the New Boys led to her first job as an on-air personality. I promise Carisma shares her journey over 3 course flour tortilla meals. Follow @EatingWhileBroke @djcarisma @wittcoline Let us know your EWB Go-To-Meal @EatingWhileBrokeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who loves Pickles? Shontay Kidd loves Pickles. On this episode we get into the behind-the-scenes grit of what it takes to start and grow your passion into a successful business. I assure you I have never ate a pickle like this. A few key ingredients and you’re in for a real treat. This self-funded, black owned business is one to watch. The best part of this story is this mom really made her childhood love a reality for all of us to enjoy. Follow @EatingWhileBroke @wutapickle @wittcoline Let us know your EWB Go-To-Meal @EatingWhileBrokeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let’s Talk Money! On this episode Host of Earn Your Leisure podcast, Rashad Bilal and Troy Millings bring their own separate dishes in a friendly competition of who had the best broke dish. In regard to the discussion we talked about financial literacy, banking, credit and much more. See how and why these two ended up creating Earn your Leisure. Earn Your Leisure is a college business class mixed with pop culture. You can catch their show on the Black Effect, Revolt, Online and in person. Follow @EatingWhileBroke @earnyourleisure @wittcoline Let us know your EWB Go-To-Meal @EatingWhileBrokeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sisters Kristel Jones and Kendra Settle founders of Uplift Us Marketplace stopped by our kitchen to make a fast easy dish they used to make during hard times. I have never met sisters so close that they went into business together. This dynamic duo created Up Lift Us marketplace to support Black business owners following the death of George Floyd. Their journey to making this dream possible was not for the faint of heart. In this episode, they discuss the milestones and pivots they took along the way with a retail location that had a huge demand from vendors to customers. Follow @EatingWhileBroke @upliftusmarketplace @wittcoline Learn more: Up Lift Us Marketplace or visit the store at the Fox Hills Mall  Let us know your EWB Go-To-Meal @EatingWhileBroke See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sevyn Streeter doesn’t just cook up hits. Apparently, when she was on her way to the top she used to make a Fired egg, Bologna, and cheese sandwich with a huge emphasis on no miracle whip! Sevyn spills all the tea as a singer-songwriter to working with some of the biggest names in the industry like Chris Brown, Alicia Keys, and Ariana Grande to name a few. Sevyn also shares why knowing her purpose is what pulls her through the stormy days of the industry. Sevyn also shares why it is important for her fans to feel heard and seen through her record Drunken Wordz Sober Thoughtz. Follow @EatingWhileBroke @sevyn @wittcoline Learn more: Check DRUNKEN WORDZ SOBER THOUGHTZ DELUXE OUT NOW  Let us know your EWB Go-To-Meal @EatingWhileBroke See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It is not every day you can get Luenell in your kitchen. The Original Bad Girl of Comedy and actress kept it sloppy in our kitchen, no pun intended. Between just getting off tour with Katt Williams, promoting her latest movie Block party, and headlining her own tour she still found some time to share with us her classic struggle meal. The nostalgia was flowing as she shared compelling stories of her rise to fame, the sacrifices, and the lessons she learned along the way. Most of all in this episode you get to see how passion, discipline, drive, kindness, and comedy therapy made her the most recognizable face in almost all the black comedies we all know and love to date. Enjoy a good laugh on this episode! Follow @EatingWhileBroke @luenell @wittcoline Learn more: Check out Block Party coming out in June Let us know your EWB Go-To-Meal @EatingWhileBroke See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Shontay Lundy is the founder of Black Girl Sunscreen. This Entrepreneur changed the conversation around sun safety. After 18 years in School and 12 Years in the corporate arena, from New York to Florida, to Los Angeles, this entrepreneur and her dog found inspiration in Los Angeles after a much-needed break. Her first venture working for herself ended up being a huge success. In this close-up conversation, we talk details about raising capital for distribution in major retailers to how to end the myth of whether people of color need protection from the sun. Follow @EatingWhileBroke @shontay_lundy @wittcoline Learn more: Black Girl SunScreen Let us know your EWB Go-To-Meal @EatingWhileBroke See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lemuel Plummer, President and CEO of the Zeus Network, and co-founded by social media superstars and partners King Bach, Amanda Cerny, and DeStorm Power is the first subscription on-demand streaming service created by millennials for millennials. Lemuel shares how he got his start in Hollywood being a Production Assistant working 12-hour shifts for free. His next major milestone led him to a partnership with BET. This 35-year Mogul wasted no time building his empire. He wore multiple hats that lead to his success. Over a classic PB&J, he gets into the details of the behind-the-scenes of the building of the Zeus Network. Follow @EatingWhileBroke @lemuelplummer @wittcoline Let us know your EWB Go-To-Meal @EatingWhileBroke See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jean Robert also known as “Splack” is a comedian, actor, dancer and content creator. Splack amassed a good amount of social media following and reputation through his hilarious comedy skits. With millions of followers across Instagram and facebook he created a career as a brand influencer. Let’s just say this episode is fun and full of laughter. He shares being fired while creating content to his first paid branding gig. The funny is in the details over some cold Vienna sausage, ramen and Pikliz!   Follow @EatingWhileBroke @splack @wittcoline Let us know your EWB Go-To-Meal @EatingWhileBroke See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deric Battiste (better known as DJ D-Wrek) is an American actor, record producer, television personality, and disk jockey who is best known for being the co-host and the DJ of every season of the improv comedy show “Wild ‘N Out on MTV, VH1, and MTV2. In this episode, he shares his journey from working at Costco to pursuing dance to becoming a mainstream DJ. The last time he ate this dish was in the 90s! We talk Wild ‘N Out, Cancel Culture, and the importance of a day job. We also discuss his long relationship with Nick Cannon as friends,  roommates, and workmates on the road. Follow @EatingWhileBroke @djdwrek @wittcoline Let us know your EWB Go-To-Meal @EatingWhileBrokeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kid Ink's mixtape hustle, ear for the underground and mainstream, and close connection to a growing fan base helped him achieve an abundance of success. He has remained prolific as an indie artist with a busy release schedule of singles and Alive (2021), his fourth studio album. In this special edition episode, we also feature an additional special guest appearance, his wife, successful entrepreneur Asiah Collins owner of Smooth Skin Lounge. This couple shares the benefits of teamwork and why iron sharpens iron. This very real, up close, and vulnerable episode gives you an inside peek of an artist/entrepreneur.  Follow @EatingWhileBroke @Kidink @asiiah @wittcoline Let us know your EWB Go-To-Meal @EatingWhileBroke Learn more about your ad choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jordan Omley is an LA-based music producer and songwriter. He has collaborated with artists such as The Backstreet Boys, Brandy, Lady Gaga, Ne-Yo, Tori Kelly, Leona Lewis, and The Pussycat Dolls. Jordan also discovered and developed superstar Becky G (Mayores) and signed her to a major deal with RCA. With 40 million records sold, 7 top ten hits, and several awards he takes time out of the studio to bless us with a breakfast burrito to die for. From being a young rapper and pop songwriter out of Seattle, working with Mariah Carey to pursuing his dreams in California while working a day job! He spills all the tea about his rise to success. Follow @EatingWhileBroke @jordanjameslife @wittcoline Let us know your EWB Go-To-Meal @EatingWhileBroke Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With 6.4 Million subscribers on his YouTube and 3.8 Million followers on Instagram and over 500 Million total views. Grayson "The Professor" Scott Boucher is an American streetball player, actor, and former professional basketball player. He is most known for playing on the highly stylized, international AND1 Mixtape Tour; he has also appeared in several movies, most notably Ball Don't Lie. Today, He is one of the top social media influencers. From making Millions of dollars to burning through all his savings. He shares his success, his challenges, and his pivots in trying to survive after making millions of dollars in his prime. Enjoy this episode on the least messy dish of the season.Follow @EatingWhileBroke @theprofessor @wittcolineLet us know your EWB Go-To-Meal @EatingWhileBroke Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tim Chantarangsu, (formerly known as Timothy DeLaGhetto is an Asian-American comedian, rapper, actor, videographer, and internet personality best known for his comedy videos and music on YouTube. Tim was one of the recurring cast members on the improv comedy show Wild 'N Out on MTV, MTV2 and VH1. Chantarangsu started his career on YouTube back in 2006. He currently stands at over 4 million subscribers and in total, has over 770 million views on his regular YouTube channel. He shares how he started out, building a following, to when he paid off his parents house. His meal is one of the best dishes of the season. Pull out your ramen and peanut butter I assure this interview is slurp worthy! Follow @EatingWhileBroke @wittcoline and @timchantarangsu Let us know your EWB Go-To-Meal @EatingWhileBrokeLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 Chef Ocho was born and raised in Watts, CA. He is the owner of All Flavor, No Grease. He’s been featured on some of the world’s biggest platforms. This Food Truck Titan continues to promote delicious food, positivity, and God every day. In this interview, you will be inspired to be yourself, follow your calling, maybe shed a tear as he gets extremely intimate as he shares how selling candy in school helped develop skills that ended up paving the way to his future.Follow @EatingWhileBroke and @allflavornogrease Let us know your EWB Go-To-Meal @EatingWhileBroke Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recording artist Chanel West Coast is truly a one-of-a-kind talent. You might recognize her as the sharp, sweet blonde from MTV hit shows Rob Dyrdek’s Fantasy Factory and Ridiculousness. In this episode Chanel shares surviving covid 19, investing in self, and the way she survived while pursuing her dreams, shoplifting, failed ventures, why having a real job isn't a bad idea much more. This episode is all laughs and inspiration.Follow @EatingWhileBroke and @chanelwestcoast Let us know your EWB Go-To-Meal @EatingWhileBrokeLearn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mandii B is an entrepreneur, podcaster and content creator focusing on women empowerment, sexual liberation, and body positivity. She recently launched a subscription box for women, Official Box Owner, focused on feminine hygiene and sexual health and normalizing conversations about womanhood. On this episode Mandii B keeps it real transparent on how she survived hard times, quit her day job as an accountant, and achieved success as an entrepreneur. This risky entrepreneur really embraces living in fear while challenging the storm towards making seven figures. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Black Effect Presents... Eating While Broke. Our featured guest on this episode is Mega Social Media Influencer, Viner, Instagram & YouTuber Destorm Power, an American actor, comedian, rapper, entrepreneur, and Internet personality. This Baltimore, Maryland native spills all the tea on growing up on a dish that requires no heat or money. We get out of the podcast studio and into his house as he dishes on life as an escort, shutting down Vine and creating some of the most influential influencers in social media. If you think you heard it all. I assure you his story will leave you inspired to keep pushing on. Follow @EatingWhileBroke @Destorm Let us know your EWB Go-To-Meal @EatingWhileBroke   Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It doesn’t get any realer unless you get a one on one with Apryl Jones. I call her the ultimate woman’s champ. She is most well known as a main cast member on Love & Hip Hop: Hollywood and mother to singer Omarion's children but Apryl Gives us an opportunity to get up close and personal. Apryl the singer-songwriter, entrepreneur with a radiation Science degree shares how she survives as a single mom while being in the entertainment business. And this beauty accepts no handouts! Follow@EatingWhileBroke@aprylsjonesLet us know your EWB Go-To-Meal @EatingWhileBroke Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Forbes dubbed her the Next Steve Jobs, Angel Rich is the founder and CEO of The Wealth Factory, a 'fintech' company that designs educational technology games, to enhance financial literacy and workforce development. She wrote the History of the Black Dollar and got major credit institutions to support her mission in providing equal access to quality and easy-to-understand financial literacy across the world. Angel Rich rags to riches story will leave you inspired. She delivers the true definition of perseverance over a comfort meal taught by her Grandma.Follow @EatingWhileBroke @AngelRich27Let us know your EWB Go-To-Meal @EatingWhileBroke Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We all may know him from the VH1’s Black Ink Crew Compton, but Tattoo artist Lemeir Mitchell has bigger dreams and accomplishments. After growing up on the streets of Philadelphia, he traded violence for Happy Ice: for a successful dessert empire he runs with his wife Danielle in L.A. This multi-colored product has become a “viral sensation” that has “taken Happy Ice to the next level,” Imagine if ice cream sorbet and shaved ice all came together to make one product. It would make Happy Ice. On this episode Lemier shares how his rocky start brought him to tears and lack of sleep at times but Resilience and the support of family helped him keep pushing forward. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AJ CRIMSON is the rock star of the beauty industry, and his black-owned makeup brand is a real phenomenon. Crimson is an Entrepreneur, Makeup Artist, and expert in the Beauty & Lifestyle niche, and one of the most trusted names and leading authorities in the beauty industry. In this episode, he shares how a Detroit native worked his way up from the movie 8 miles to owning his own makeup line. He shares how his love for the finer things drove him to not be broke anymore. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our featured guest on this episode is “Official Janina” (Alicia Gordilla), actress, model, and Internet personality. Gives us a lot to think about when it comes to the behind the scenes of an influencer, making money, quantity vs. quality, depression, influencer vs. mainstream. As a young entrepreneur she shares the pressures of being a young entrepreneur over a warm budget friendly cabbage soup. She also shares how the Black Lives Matter movement helped her pockets. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Andre Jefferson Jr. Netflix & Radio Personality, Comedian AKA Professional Sh*t Talker spills all the tea on keeping it real, algorithms, and the values behind his celebrity commentary over a household snack that keeps you thirsty.Follow @EatingWhileBroke @jamesjeffersonjLet us know your EWB Go-To-Meal @EatingWhileBroke Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rip Micheals- Spills the tea over a can of spam. You will hear how he whips up an affordable dish while discussing his road from Homelessness, being a father to Wild N out, and the creation of the Wild N out tour! Rip goes into detail about how he leveraged his debt to create a never before seen sold-out tour.Follow: @EatingWhileBroke @RipMichealsLet us know your EWB Go-To-Meal @EatingWhileBroke Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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