Eating While Broke

The Black Effect Presents... Eating While Broke! For Part 2 - Head to Eating While Broke feed and look for Season 3 Ep 2 published May 9, 2024 Season 3 of Eating While Broke is here, and we're kicking things off with a bang! In this explosive two-part episode, Coline sits down with the one and only Van Lathan for a conversation that's as real as it gets. Van takes us on a journey through his remar...

On the season finale of Eating While Broke, Coline welcomes Blake Van Putten, founder of fashion house SICE, who shares his journey from Wall Street to fashion mogul over a budget-friendly bowl of overnight oats. While discussing building a black-owned business that gives back to the community, Blake reveals how simple ingredients and smart meal prep helped fuel his entrepreneurial dreams. Sometim...

Founders of the haircare brand Mixed Chicks discuss their entrepreneurial journey from the business's inception to overcoming numerous challenges, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and perseverance. Wendy shares a budget-friendly recipe for linguine with clam sauce, and they recount their varied careers, including teaching and TV production, which provided them with valuable skills for th...

In this engaging episode of 'Eating While Broke,' host Coline Witt is joined by actress and director Vanessa Bell Calloway. Vanessa shares her journey from financial struggles to a successful career in the entertainment industry, detailing her resilience and strategies for navigating the challenges of acting, including discrimination and competition. She delves into the importance of staying commi...

Entrepreneur Tucky Blunt shares his compelling journey from his challenging childhood to becoming a prominent figure in the legal cannabis industry. Host Coline Witt guides the conversation, which covers Tucky's experiences growing up in difficult circumstances, including living in a shelter and dealing with his parents' drug use. Tucky details his progression from smoking and selling cannabis as...

Locrio Lessons: Yaris Sanchez on Navigating Life's Rings   In this compelling episode of "Eating While Broke," model and entrepreneur Yaris Sanchez takes us through her riveting journey from the streets of NYC to the forefront of holistic wellness. Growing up amid challenges like teenage pregnancy and her family's battles with mental health, Yaris's path has been anything but straightforward. She...

In 'Eating While Broke,' host Coline Witt welcomes Havilah Malone, a multi-talented executive producer, actress, and author. They cook a budget-friendly meal while delving into Havilah's transformative life journey, sparked by a layoff from Hewlett Packard. This setback led her to unconventional jobs, impactful personal development through Tony Robbins' events, and ultimately a deep personal and e...

Get up close and personal as Chico Bean opens up about his journey to success, beginning at a young age. Raised by a single mother and losing his father to gun violence at just 2 years old, Chico was surrounded by male role models who never fully matured. As a teenager, influenced by his environment, he aspired to become a dope dealer—until an unthinkable loss of a close uncle, who had served as a...

On this episode of Eating While Broke , host Coline Witt sits down with artist, writer, and producer Nikal Fieldz for a real, unfiltered chat about his career in the music industry. Nikal shares the highs and lows of navigating the tough entertainment world, from hustling for music placements to surviving on rice and beans in LA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a special milestone on Eating While Broke —our 100th episode! Join Coline as she sits down with radio and TV personality, Cece Valencia, from 93.5 KDAY. Cece shares her incredible journey from humble beginnings to becoming a radio personality, along with her go-to "broke" meal from childhood that still brings comfort today. Expect heartwarming stories, laughs, and some inspiring insights on s...

On this week's episode of Eating While Broke, Coline chops it up with the hysterical Navv Greene. From MTV's "Your Mama" to military life in Korea, and hustling through Hollywood to touring with 85 South, Navv serves up laughs and life lessons alongside his budget-friendly chicken tacos. Tune in as he spills the queso on his journey from broke comedian to "Coming 2 America" star, proving that with...

On this week's episode of Eating While Broke, Coline chops it up with her friend/acquaintance Eddie Osuch from Neo and Associates. This architect extraordinaire serves up more than just blueprints as he dishes on his journey from struggling grad to successful firm owner. Get ready for a feast of insights, laughs, and unexpected flavors as Eddie navigates the kitchen with the same precision he appl...

On this week's episode of Eating While Broke, Coline welcomes the Maestro of Malibu: Shwayze. This multi-talented artist brings his unique flavor to the kitchen, whipping up a budget-friendly spaghetti dish that's sure to tantalize taste buds. But the real treat is the rich conversation that unfolds as Shwayze opens up about his journey from Malibu's mobile home parks to music stardom. As Coline a...

On this week's episode of Eating While Broke, Coline welcomes R&B sensation J Holiday to the pod. J takes us back to his humble beginnings, whipping up a nostalgic meal of souped-up ramen noodles with hot dogs and veggies - a dish that got him through his starving artist days. Between bites, J dishes on his rise to fame, the challenges of navigating the music industry as a preacher's kid, and...

On this weeks episode of Eating While Broke Coline welcomes Jillian Gates, the genius entrepreneur behind "Her Ride", the rideshare app designed by women for women. Jillian shares her inspiring journey from hustling candy in middle school to launching a groundbreaking startup, all while whipping up her mom's thrifty salmon and rice recipe. Tune in as they jump into the challenges of being a black...

On this week's episode of Eating While Broke, Coline welcomes Miguel Nunez. They chat about his journey from homelessness in North Carolina and California to a successful Hollywood career. Nunez shares his early struggles, including family dynamics and minimal sustenance, and discusses overcoming industry challenges through resilience and faith. The conversation touches on racial dynamics, pay equ...

Coline will step into the kitchen with Inas X. They will discuss navigating the music industry as an Arab-American woman, balancing artistry with social media in the age of Instagram, and she will teach Colie how to make the perfect home made hummus. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 In this episode, we sit down with the multi-talented Juhahn Jones—actor, comedian, and writer. They're cooking up a nostalgic dish of oodles and noodles with a twist, while diving into Juhahn's journey from DMV to LA, and how he’s turned his comedic talent into a successful career.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we're thrilled to have Markel and Jonnessa, the owners of Cafe Bourbon Street, joining us.  We're talking all things New Orleans and whipping up some delicious, budget-friendly eats, including a special seven-wall style fried bologna sandwich. Get ready for some fun stories, laughs, and culinary tips that will make your taste buds dance.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

On this episode of Eating While Broke, we've got the talented DC Young Fly in the house.  Join us as we dive into some classic, budget-friendly dishes and laugh our way through DC's wild stories and culinary creations. From ramen and hot dogs to the legendary Sweet Baby Ray's sauce, we're serving up nostalgia with a side of comedy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Eating While Broke, Coline welcomes the dynamic duo behind Pour Minds, Lex and Drea to the kitchen. These podcast powerhouses share their journey from broke college students to successful content creators, all while whipping up a nostalgic and budget-friendly dish. The ladies dish about their humble beginnings, the struggles of building a brand, and how they stayed consistent even whe...

On this week's episode of Eating While Broke, Coline sits down with the legendary Charlamagne Tha God for a candid conversation about his remarkable journey from unpaid radio intern to multimedia powerhouse. With his signature wit and no-holds-barred honesty, Charlamagne opens up about the triumphs, challenges, and valuable lessons he's learned throughout his 30-year career in broadcasting. They c...

On this week's episode of Eating While Broke, Coline welcomes Raheem DeVaughn to the kitchen! The Grammy-nominated R&B sensation isn't just a master of smooth vocals and soulful hits; he's also a wizard in the kitchen. As Raheem whips up a mouthwatering mushroom medley, he shares his journey from his early days as an indie artist to his chart-topping success. Connect: @wittcoline   @raheem_dev...

On this week's episode of Eating While Broke, Coline welcomes Justin Whitehead into the kitchen. The two dive into Justin's colorful past, from his humble beginnings to his unexpected rise in comedy. They explore the power of laughter as medicine, family dynamics, and the struggles of making it in the entertainment industry. Justin opens up about a pivotal moment in his life that changed everythin...

Daphnique Springs is not your average Hollywood success story. In a candid conversation with Coline, the comedian and actress opens up about her unconventional path to the spotlight. From the hidden costs of chasing your dreams, to learning to bet on yourself when the chips are down, Daphnique shares hard-earned wisdom with refreshing honesty and humor. Along the way, she dishes up a generous serv...