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In this week's episode Drew and GQ Nesto are discussing music artist's responsibility and relationship to the consumer. Should everyone have a voice in Hip-Hop, would the film jungle fever be controversial if it was released today, is interracial dating normalized in today's society? Special guests DC, and Kev chime in on these topics. Thanks for tuning in, don't forget to share, rate, and comment...

Joining Drew and GQ Nesto in the studio is serial entrepreneur, CEO, investor, and recovering addict Willie McKenzie to speak about all things cannabis from market trends, banking and financing issues, cultivation, and his current Michigan-based company Left Coast Holdings. Please don't forget to comment, rate, and share. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joining Drew and GQ Nesto in the studio is Criminal Defense Attorney Mariya Melkonyan as we discuss a day in the life of a criminal defense attorney, how she chooses her clients, her tenure in the District Attorney's Office, cases that stand out in her memory and how she finds time to escape the 365, 24/7 commitment of being an attorney. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to rate and leave a comme...

Joining GQ Nesto and Drew in the studio today is talented comedian Andi Whiskey @andi.whiskey who shares what sparked her comedic start, why her dad walks squirrels, and the importance of taking the time to pause and appreciate life's, triumphs, obstacles, and joy of being alive. Thank you for listening, make sure you tell a friend, and don't forget to rate, comment, and share. Learn more about yo...

Joining Drew and GQ Nesto in the studio is Milan Miric, Assistant Professor, Department of Data Science & Operations, Marshall School of Business, University of Southern California to talk about all things Artificial Intelligence (AI). Topics we discuss are workforce displacement, adoption of generative AI, ChatGPT 4, and the possibility of Terminator 2 Judgement day actually occurring. Join us ev...

Joining GQ Nesto and Drew in studio this week is actress, model, athlete and Temptation Island alum Trace Winningham. Trace sheds light on the modeling industry, her early start, her college years, her journey from Texas to Los Angeles, and her upcoming swimsuit line @trace.thebrand. guest: @tracewinningham @trace.thebrand host: @option_forward @nestoh23 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit pod...

Thanks for checking in with GQ Nesto and Drew! In this week's episode special guest D'Lo Louis of Proximity Media shares an incredible story of perseverance. D'Lo explains his involvement with some of your favorite films such as Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Creed III, Space Jam, Judas and the Black Messiah, and his upcoming project Shoeobox. Follow us on all social media @option_forward and vis...

Thanks for tuning in. This episode Drew and GQ Nesto are sharing their thoughts on ageism in parenting, Andrew Tate as a reference on the generational gap the whole Millennial vs. everyone topic, and has the worlds instant access of information ruined traditional norms. Check us out on Thursdays and don't forget to share like and comment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/...

Thanks for tuning in! This weeks episode Drew and GQ Nesto discuss their upcoming projects, GQ Nesto upcoming comedy tour and Drews inspiration for their first independent film. GQ Nesto speaks on his experience involving his broken skull, a hospital, and his one phone call to Drew. Join us every Thursday, subscribe to our show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, GQ Nesto and Drew have the honor to sit and speak with one of the Los Angeles-based designers Adriana Sahar to discuss her process of creating some of her most iconic looks, her path to success, resilience, and her plans for the future. Subscribe to our show, tell a friend, and leave a comment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks for tuning in! In this week's episode Drew and GQ Nesto sit down with three small business owners to discuss the risk, challenges, and rewards of developing culinary art, clothing line, and aroma therapy-based businesses during the Black Market Community Fair hosted by HPC. Special thanks to Youth Uprising, Full Tummies Network, Melanin Gang, and Spark a Flame candle. Learn more about your...

Welcome back! In this week's episode Drew and GQ Nesto sit down with investment planning firm owner Mr. Barry Queen Jr. we discuss the importance of financial management, and his desire to empower local communities with resources of information that can impact generations to come. Make sure you hit that subscribe button, leave a comment, and tell a friend. For more information about us please visi...

Thanks for tuning in, GQ Nesto and Drew speak with upcoming actor Gene Freeman (Snowfall, Danger Force, and The 2nd) about the nuances of the entertainment industry the importance of having a team how he selects roles, and how he remains grounded amidst all of the success. Tune in every Thursday, subscribe, tell a friend, and don't forget to comment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcast...

Welcome back! In today's episode Drew and GQ Nesto speak with Los Angeles-based fashion designer Adolfo Sanchez about his exploration of the Los Angeles nightlife as a club kid that led to his interest in Alexander McQueen and goth-styled manikin in his bedroom as a youth. Thanks for tuning in tell a friend and please subscribe, comment, like, and share! You can find us here every Thursday morning...

Today GQ Nesto and Drew have the pleasure to sit down with Milan Zoe who is changing the perception of women of color in the entertainment industry. We discuss her involvement with Actively Black a sports apparel company with community roots, Laniland productions, and her company Melanin which focuses on the importance of health and self-care. Subscribe to our channel and tell a friend this is the...

Welcome to our show! In this week's episode host Drew and GQ Nesto tackle the uncomfortable topic of personal development and self-reflection. The question asked is if there should be a limit to how many losses are acceptable when trying to reach a goal, does ageism affect the perspective of success, and if it is possible for a society to be obsessed with improvement so much that being content is...

Thank you for joining us! In this episode Drew and GQ Nesto discusses the importance of setting daily resolutions vs. yearly ones. The marketing strategy they use to improve their engagement. The importance subscribers and followers have in increasing brand exposure on various platforms. The importance of establishing an ROI for ad spends, and recognizing your demographics by studying your charts...

Welcome back! This weeks episode Drew and GQ Nesto are speaking with NO NEW FRIENDS Podcast creator and host Silvia Costa about the avoidance of toxic relationships in 2023, healing broken relationships, ghosting people, and what to do when you come across someone riding a bicycle with no clothes on in San Francisco. For more information check out our socials and site below Option Forward of every...

Its 2023! Drew and GQ Nesto are still discussing the not so safe topics. In this episode they're recapping their most memorable guest in 2022, awkward interview moments of 2022, resolutions for 2023, and when donating for a good reason goes terribly wrong. You can find us here every Thursday! Don't forget to subscribe, share, comment, and tell a friend. For more information please check our activa...

In today's episode, guest Nancy, @softail_cece_81 host Drew and GQ Nesto discusses the link between happiness and riding a Harley. This Northern California native recently overcame what she believed to be undefeatable adversity and now that victory has fueled her passion for spreading happiness, redefining herself, and riding Harleys. Join us every Thursday. View our social media links below for m...

Joining Drew and GQ Nesto in the studio today is a former police officer, domestic violence survivor, and current real estate agent, Ms. Tanikia Washington @realofrealestate to discuss the importance of understanding the process of purchasing real estate property as an investment for single-family occupancy or as an investment property. Tanikia speaks on her past experience as a police officer and...

Joining Drew and GQ Nesto in the studio is our guest Mr. Cortney Woodruff Co-Founder of Assemble.fyi a platform designed and created to facilitate a modern approach to learning by utilizing the minority's voice in the world's library of education. Thanks for tuning in you can find us here every Thursday, don't forget to share, like, and subscribe for more information please check our links below....

Today our guest Jazz Hill stopped by the studio to join Drew and GQ Nesto to discuss the importance of inclusion. Understanding the power of media, diversity, and representation is key to pushing the culture forward. If you're somewhat of a movie buff how often has the star of the film, or TV Series looked like you or better yet seen a story about a neighborhood or upbringing that those portraying...

If you're a fan of R&B music or have any of the following artists in your listening rotation like H.E.R, Ro James, Daniel Caesar, or SIR then check out this episode with none other than Kenyon Dixon @kennygotsoul who stopped by the studio to talk about his new album "Closer" and his process for creating R&B music today. Check us out every Thursday. For more information check out our social links b...

In studio today the Whitney brothers join us to share their experiences and challenges they encountered while building their Los Angeles based luxury car service and real estate companies. The brothers speak on their relationship with Logan and Jake Paul, their growing professional boxing career and at the foundation of it all their family bond. Check us out every Thursday. Make sure you subscribe...