Faded Truth Podcast

Derek Gilman is a Cannabis Connoisseur, Director, Antique Smoking Paraphernalia Aficionado, & 40 year second-generation Cultivator from California. Growing up in a Cannabis-friendly household, it wasn't long before Derek's curiosity led him into finding his passion for the plant. Decades later, Gilman is living his true purpose, teaching eager students the World of Cannabis Connoisseurship by...

This summer I was grateful to return to the jungle to experience the 2nd Annual Mind, Body & Soul Retreat at Usha Village in Honduras. Usha Village was built from scratch by the infamous herbalist Dr Sebi, who preached the foundation of all health is dictated by what substances you ingest daily. It has been proven that with Sebi’s recipe of herbs, an alkaline diet and discipline, anyone can ma...

Kenny King is a professional wrestler, instructor and overall Champion with over 20 years experience in the spotlight. Born in Queens, Kenny moved to Florida to pursue ball, but later fell into his ultimate childhood passion of being in the ring. After initially being exposed to a national audience on MTV’s 'Tough Enough 2', he has gone on to compete in countless promotions both stateside and inte...

From Carson, CA to radio broadcasting school to international tours to your favorite radio stations, DJ Hed is more than just music. "The Coast Guard," as he's come to be known, has a reputation for brutal honesty that compliments unwavering integrity within the industry. After building 'Home Grown Radio' from a make shift bedroom broadcast with friend & business partner Chuck Dizzle, DJ Hed b...

Mike Davis is a media personality, news reporter, TV host, podcaster and all around entertainment plug in Las Vegas. Raised in the Tri-State, Mike has used his Jersey gift of gab to land him interviews with some of the biggest names in sports, music, and radio. Knowing his purpose by the 4th grade, Davis went on to graduate with a masters in broadcast journalism, while becoming the head production...

CHAMPS Trade Shows has provided a platform for a wide range of businesses since 1999, including smoke & vape shops, dispensaries, 420 counter-culture stores, adult novelty shops, entrepreneurs, and other industry professionals. These national conferences offer opportunities for businesses to grow and gain current knowledge and product offerings, allowing them to better leverage their business...

Jen DeLeon is a podcaster, sports host, producer and all around powerhouse in the hip-hop and media space. Originally from Chicago, Jen moved to Los Angeles to pursue her passion of being on camera full time. 13 years later, DeLeon's talent and drive have landed her interviews with Snoop Dogg, Kodak Black, Nipsey Hussle, Chris Brown and a laundry list of major names in Hip Hop. From playing bball...

Fawnia Mondey is a DJ, award winning competitive pole dancer and the 'Worlds First Pole Dance Instructor'. Born and raised in Canada, Fawnia started working in strip clubs and quickly realized the need for teachers in the art of pole. In 1994, Mondey released the world’s first instructional video on how to pole dance and has since produced seven VHS/DVDs, teaching thousands of women worldwide danc...

Jeff Broome is the President of Business Development for GoAccredited and the VP of Business Development for Red Coral Entertainment. GoAccredited is a funding platform for small and medium sized business owners, giving access to divisions for products including NO DOC revolving lines of credit, NON-QM and commercial mortgages, SBA loans, cash advance and more. Red Coral is an entertainment platfo...

Roman Allen Sarmiento is a long time lover of cuisine and now executive chef of 'The Pepper Club' By Todd English. Though he started cooking young, it wasn't until he relocated to Las Vegas that Chef Roman decided to pursue a career in culinary arts. Since he viewed being a sushi chef as the closest thing to becoming a Samurai, he quickly realized he could fulfill his passion for food while paying...

A.J. Francis aka "Top Dolla" is a professional wrestler, gamer, musician and elite entertainer. Born in D.C. and raised in Maryland, Dolla realized his unique talents in the athletic and creative spaces early on. After playing in the NFL for 6 years across multiple teams, Francis signed with WWE and finally fulfilled a lifelong dream of wrestling in the big ring as well as performing in his first...

Reginald Noble, known to the world as the legendary “Redman”, is a Jersey bred rapper, actor and activist. Redmans career began in the early 90s when he signed with Def Jam Records after being discovered and mentored by Erick Sermon. Quickly being recognized for his distinctive word play and humorous lyrics, Redman soon became known as one of the best voices in hip hop. After filming multiple movi...

Domo Monster aka "Onyx Muse" is a Cali bred firecracker specializing in adult film, OnlyFans, dance and cannabis! After working years as an elite go-go dancer and model, Onyx transitioned into the adult world hoping to make a significant financial and life change. Fast forward to working with some of the top directors and actors in the XXX industry, Domo has created an abundant empire off content...

Megan Price is a Florida native turned Las Vegan. Megan graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Culinary Management from the Art Institute of Jacksonville in 2013. Her culinary career has taken her through a myriad of cuisines and service styles with the brunt of her experience being in upscale dining and pastry chef roles, even owning her own cake business. In 2020, Megan and her husband took a leap...

Omar Walker, also known iconically as ‘Major Seven’, is an Atlanta based, multi-platinum music producer, songwriter and musician. His first mainstream album attention came in 2014, when the Rick Ross record "The Devil Is A Lie" erupted the airwaves. His list of credits with legends include Jay-Z, Future, Rihanna, DJ Khaled, Ozuna and Dave East to name a few. Walker measures success by his positive...

Charnay-Ellesse also known as "Art of a Pisces" is the creator and owner of 'Sincerely A Healing Sound', specializing in sound healing, meditation and chakra therapy. After years of battling with depression, suicide and other disorders, Charnay started using a variety of physical and mental practices to promote self healing. Sound bath benefits include reduced stress, lower cholesterol and blood p...

Lamar Odom is a retired NBA star and proud owner in the cannabis and addiction recovery space. Born in Queens, NY, Lamar moved coasts and played ball at University of Nevada. In 1999, Odom was picked up by the LA Clippers and went on to play for the Heat, Lakers, Mavericks and Knicks before winning two Championships for LA. Lamar says he owes his journey with addiction recovery to the cannabis pla...

Philip Tzeng is a food blogger, social media manager and podcast host based out of sunny Las Vegas. Phil is known for his in-depth reviews of local restaurants and eateries, as well as his expertise in Taiwanese food and passion for new and exciting cuisines. He uses his marketing and social media skills to help businesses increase their online presence and engage with their audience on platforms...

John Nichols is a tech guru responsible for major success in mixtapes, streaming, app building and distribution. Born and raised in Miami, John grew up and gravitated towards hip hop culture and quickly made waves in the music industry. After he decided to take a step back and a leap of faith, Nichols created the Stugo App, an app allowing artists and content creators to find studios across the US...

'Shroomed' Brand focuses on functional mushrooms such as Lion's Mane, Cordyceps, and Reishi, aiming to educate and bring awareness to the medicinal benefits of these delicious and nutritious alternatives. Founder Andrew Gordillo created the innovative business after he used psilocybin to quit alcohol. Today, he is committed to promoting the diverse range of both psychedelic and non psycho-active m...

Kimberly Hooks aka "Madame Cannoli" is the life companion to the late Frenchy Cannoli, a California-based teacher, consultant, artisan, and activist dedicated to the production and appreciation of traditional cannabis concentrates. Kim & Frenchy first met over 40 years ago while traveling in Nepal & India and were blessed to live a nomadic yet exciting life together. As a lifelong connoisseur & af...

The Marijuana Business Conference and Cannabis Expo, better known as 'MJBizcon', is the largest annual cannabis convention in Vegas, connecting movers in cultivation, exhibition, business and everything in between. This year I had the pleasure of doing live interviews at the El Hempe Speakeasy Mixer powered by Kontacx Media & Unforgettable Wine & Spirits. On this extensive episode, we dig deep int...

Chelsea Guarriello is a mother, CEO, author, motivational speaker & serial entrepreneur with an intense Cinderella story. Fleeing from an abusive relationship, Chelsea relocated from Atlanta to LA with nothing more than some garbage bags full of clothes, her car and a makeup kit. Determined to succeed, the grind carried her from being an underpaid celebrity makeup artist for reality TV shows to es...

Rylee Rabbit & Mazee The Goat are both unique staples in the adult industry. Originally from San Diego, Rylee started becoming the boss of her own body in her early 20s, when the restrictions from being under someone else's employment finally came to a breaking point. From dancing to escorting, Rylee is now retired and focuses on her successful podcast "Down The Rabbit Hole", specializing in slick...

Markie Henderson is the co-owner of MeDiet Café, a unique plant-based eatery in the heart of sunny Las Vegas. Her father & ‘MeDiet’ creator, Mark Henderson, quickly plunged into a healthier lifestyle after being diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma cancer. Not wanting to take the pharmaceutical route, Mark started creating cleanses, juices and meals from simple ingredients like fruit, nuts and veggie...