Double The Hustle with the Traina Twins

Katie shares her upbringing in Queens in a crowded household, moving through Flushing to Long Island for better schools, studying psychology in college (three credits short of a degree), and working seven years at a law firm before leaving to travel, try coaching, network marketing, and trading. She discusses the psychology and emotional discipline behind trading, then explains how a tough season...

Today on Double the Hustle , we sit down with life coach and founder of Agora Social Club, Vinny Brusco, to talk about men’s mental health, purpose, and building a powerful community from the ground up. From growing up in the Bronx and attending Catholic school to navigating the highs and lows of the radio industry and spending over a decade in car sales, Vinny shares how discipline, rejection, an...

Tori and Anna welcome Michael from Soul Fire Circle, whom they met at a Long Island coffee shop when he respectfully approached them for a reading on their late sister’s birthday.  Michael shares his background as a first-generation Italian American, a former heavy drinker who quit in 2018, and an education administrator who long felt something was missing. After stopping drinking, he noticed repe...

On the Double the Hustle Podcast, hosts Tori and Anna interview Hudson Valley chef and content creator Bob Morano, a Culinary Institute of America graduate (2005) who helped open a Michelin-star restaurant in San Francisco. Bob shares how he moved from architecture and construction into cooking through a family friend’s deli, the influence of his Irish-Italian family’s food traditions, and favorit...

Welcome back to Double Hustle Podcast with Tori and Anna! In this episode, we dive into the world of street art gone legitimate with John Westbay. John shares his riveting journey from being arrested for street art in Brooklyn in 2013 to showcasing his works in a luxury art gallery in Dubai. This episode is packed with stories of John's transition from street art to canvas, his evolution as a...

In this episode of Double the Hustle Podcast, hosts Tori and Anna sit down with identical twins Tash and Cody. The twins share their incredible journey from growing up in the Bay Area of California, to moving to New York for modeling, and making it as contestants on America's Next Top Model. The discussion also covers their budding music career, their unique bond as twins, and the experiences...

Welcome back to Double the Hustle Podcast! Join Tori and Anna as they chat with identical twins Aaron and Drew Laporte, known as the Laporte Twins (or just Laporte if they're DJ'ing) about their incredible journey from starting a career knocking door to door looking to find modeling jobs, to playing music at some of the most legendary venues in New York City.  Listen in to hear all about...

In this episode of the Double the Hustle Podcast, hosts Tori and Anna welcome Richie Hosein, former owner of 1Oak in South Hampton and a revolutionary in the medical network industry. Richie shares his inspiring journey from his early life and career in hospitality and healthcare, to his ambitious project FreeHealth.ai, aimed at revolutionizing the healthcare system using AI. They dive into Richie...

Welcome back to Double the Hustle with Tori and Anna!  In Part 2 of our conversation with Artist Komodo, we go beyond Wall Street and dive headfirst into the world of street art, solo shows, and self-made success. The Artist Komodo shares raw stories,  gifting Mike Tyson and Guy Fieri art, big lessons, and bold visions as he continues redefining what it means to be a modern artist. Whether it’s na...

In this episode of the Double the Hustle Podcast, Tori and Anna sit down with The Artist Komodo, to uncover how he walked away from his dream job on Wall Street to chase his true calling — art and tattooing. From being a D1 football player at Stony Brook University... To climbing the finance ladder in NYC... To starting over as an artist and tattooing visionary... Dylan opens up about the highs an...

Tori and Anna are bringing the holiday heat in this festive episode of Double The Hustle! Get ready for some spicy holiday opinions as they dive into: 🍪 Favorite Christmas cookies 🎄 Real vs. fake Christmas tree debate 🎁 Cherished traditions 👕 Ugly sweater fun 🎉 Work-life balance during the holidays 🔥 And a hilarious game of Overrated vs. Underrated: Holiday Edition! Whether you're decki...

In this episode of the Double Hustle Podcast, hosts Tori and Anna sit down with Twin City,  identical twins making big moves in the music industry. From growing up together and discovering their sound, to balancing individuality with collaboration, the twins share what it’s really like building a music career side by side. They open up about their creative process, their latest single “Victoria’s...

In this episode of Double the Hustle Podcast, hosts Tori and Anna sit down with semi-pro football player Chris O'Neill. Chris shares his incredible journey from enduring a hip injury and struggling with mental health to reinventing himself as an Orange Theory coach and helping others achieve their athletic dreams.  Tune in as Chris reflects on his athletic background, the importance of mental...

Join Tori and Anna in this episode of Double the Hustle Podcast as they chat with Jen and Nicole from Li Lash Lounge. Discover the journey of starting a lash business, the challenges, and secrets behind running a successful beauty venture in a saturated market.  Learn about the essential skills, certifications, and the hidden truths about lash extensions. Watch and listen till the end to find out...

Welcome back to Double the Hustle Podcast! This episode features Tori and Anna with their guest Franjez, a former corrections officer who shares gripping stories from his time working in some of New York's maximum-security prisons. He explains how he transitioned from this intense job to becoming a food blogger in New York.  We talk about the mental and physical challenges of his former caree...

Join Tori and Anna on Double the Hustle Podcast as they chat with Power Couple Jamison and Electra. Discover how Jamison remarkably lost 110 pounds and built a social media empire with over half a million followers. Gain insights into their dedication, the evolution of his content, and their journey through challenges, consistency, and community building.  Don't miss their tips on how to star...

In this solo episode, we dive into the concept of embodying your future self by reflecting on past achievements, staying grounded in the present, and setting clear goals for the future. We discuss the importance of acknowledging and celebrating small wins, maintaining a balanced mindset, and aligning daily actions with long-term aspirations.  Additionally, we explore personal stories of growth, th...

Join us as we delve into a dynamic conversation about the unique experiences and challenges that come with being twins. Our guest, Zac Dingee, shares insights from his journey in the world of door-to-door sales to leading a large company. Learn about his strategies for maintaining motivation, handling comparison, and the importance of routines.  We also discuss the significance of finding the righ...

In this episode, Jozzy shares her inspiring journey from getting a bad tattoo,  to becoming an accomplished tattoo artist and renowned competitor on Inkmaster. Jozzy discusses her early beginnings, the challenges of self-teaching, and the struggles she faced in an industry known for its gatekeeping.  She opens up about the importance of mentorship and the impact Inkmaster had on her career, as wel...

Join us as we sit down with Matt Zelaya to discuss his incredible journey from playing high school and college football to becoming an ultra marathon runner and online coach. In this episode, Matt talks about his athletic background, the challenges he faced, and his training strategies. He also shares insights into balancing running with strength training, his approach to nutrition, and the import...

In this powerful episode of Double the Hustle, hosts Tori and Anna sit down with Anthony Salza, a professional fitness coach and competitive bodybuilder, to unpack his inspiring journey from athletic teen to elite coach and pro athlete. 🎙️ Whether you’re a beginner in the gym, an aspiring competitor, or just trying to build better habits—this episode is packed with valuable insights, motivation, a...

This week on Double the Hustle, Tori and Anna sit down with Moshe, better known as The Watch King of 47th Street, for a raw, unfiltered conversation about life, luxury, and redemption. Moshe gives us a inside look of the luxury watch game and navigating working with celeb clients like Shaq & Pete Davidson. The journey from studying to be a rabbi to becoming a street legend.  His robbery storie...

What happens when two ultra-competitive, ridiculously fit twin brothers take on reality TV and the business world? In this wild  episode of Double the Hustle, hosts Tori and Anna sit down with Mickey and Jair—stars of Amazon Prime’s Twin Love—to talk love, hustle, and what it really means to grow, compete, and thrive as twins. 👥 They talk twin telepathy, sibling rivalry, and surviving a dating sh...

In this episode of Double the Hustle Podcast, hosts Tori and Anna sit down with twin sisters Lulu and Lala, who are known for their participation in 'The Amazing Race' and their careers as radio hosts on 103.5 KTU. They dive into the intricacies of being twins, including the challenges and joys of always being seen as a package deal.  The conversation covers their unique experiences on &...

Welcome back to the Double the Hustle podcast! In this thought-provoking episode, hosts Tori and Anna dive into the world of AI and explore whether it is stifling creativity or propelling it forward. The discussion covers various perspectives, from how AI is utilized in daily tasks and learning, to the potential risks it poses in industries like media and healthcare. The hosts also examine the fut...