Talk About It With Franjez

This week on Talk About It with Franjez Podcast, host Franjez sits with Dave Reggina, founder of Ace and author of “30 Lessons to Lead.” Dave opens up about growing up between Mount Vernon and Greenwich, battling Crohn’s disease as a teen, his mother’s 28 year struggle with addiction, and the affair that led him back into therapy and eventually into a life of faith. Dave also shares how podcasting...

Broadway Joel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/broadwayjoel?igsh=bnhxNnhmNnd2NzZ1 Franjez sits down with Broadway Joel, boxing analyst, podcast host, and the self proclaimed Voice of Dominican Boxing. Joel opens up about growing up 12 people deep in a two bedroom in East New York, witnessing a murder at 12 years old, and finding his calling through journalism and YouTube. This one goes deep. F...

TG Flockaa: https://www.instagram.com/darealtgc80__?igsh=NzFnem92dW9qeTcy 3SomePookie: https://www.instagram.com/3somepookie?igsh=MWw5d3J1czEwM2lodQ==   TG Flockaa is a Bronx drill rapper whose music videos have generated millions of views, helping establish him as one of the notable voices in New York City’s drill scene. During his appearance on Talk About It with Franjez Podcast, he opened up ab...

Dylan Smith was adopted from a Russian orphanage, misdiagnosed and put on the wrong medication for 10 years, failed out of nearly every class, and never went to college. Today he's a bestselling author, motivational speaker, and the face of sold-out tours across the country. This episode covers all of it, the orphanage, the dyslexia diagnosis at 16, learning to read from scratch, working for free,...

MARLA BETH: https://www.instagram.com/marlabeth_designs?igsh=NTZzNzFsajE3YjYy   BETTY EASTLAND: https://www.instagram.com/boo.eastland?igsh=MTJ5anQwY202a3IyOA== Franjez sits down with Betty Eastland, interdisciplinary artist, poet, educator, and social worker, who opens up about growing up in rural poverty, facing homelessness in her 20s, and how art pulled her through mental health struggles all...

Two time NYC Golden Gloves Boxing Champion, USA National Champion, and memoir author Patty “Boom Boom” Alcivar sits down with Franjez to tell her raw, unfiltered story, from surviving abuse in Queens to conquering four of the seven world summits. This is a conversation about faith, forgiveness, discipline, and what it really takes to rise above your circumstances. New episodes every Wednesday at 6...

Episode 155 of Talk About It With Franjez features Laura Cons, a hair artist from the Bronx and the creator of Lau's Dilemma, a platform built around real relationship advice drawn from real life experience. Laura grew up in Mars Park in the Bronx in an Italian household. She was a quiet, shy kid who loved dance, hip-hop, and art. Her early career took her from managing a clothing store as a teena...

Franjez sits down with Mark Vecchiarello, owner of Hartsdale House of Pizza, located at 203 East Hartsdale Avenue in Hartsdale, NY. Since opening in 2019, Mark has built one of the most talked-about pizza spots in Westchester County, earning recognition as the best pizza maker in Westchester along with both APN and culinary certifications. Before Hartsdale House of Pizza, Mark spent years as a foo...

In this episode of the Talk about it with Franjez Podcast, host Franjez sits down with Diane Marie Pisera, a business and leadership advisor and TEDx speaker. Diane shares her journey of immigrating from Italy to New Rochelle at age eight, navigating the challenges of learning English as a fourth grader while maintaining her status as a top student. She discusses the cultural shocks of American sc...

In this episode of the Talk about it with Franjez podcast, host Franjez sits down with Bronx recording artist 3SomePookie for his first-ever on camera interview. Pooky opens up about his journey from being expelled in the second grade to making the honor roll, his experiences navigating life between the Bronx and Westchester, and the wild true story behind his unique artist name. The conversation...

Join host Franjez on the "Talk about it with franjez podcast" as he sits down with Anthony Raimo, owner of Trident Corporate Housing and Raimo Renovations. In this episode, Anthony opens up about growing up in the Bronx, overcoming a history of trauma and depression, and how he transitioned from a struggling college student to a successful entrepreneur in the real estate space.  Discover how Antho...

In this episode of Talk About It With Franjez, host Franjez sits down with Sean Martin, author of Beyond the Bronx and founder of the Real Mentors podcast. Sean shares his powerful journey from growing up in the Bronx projects to overcoming a two year prison sentence that ultimately became the catalyst for his transformation. We dive deep into the "survival mode" many people face in the inner city...

In this episode of the Talk about it with franjez podcast, host Franjez sits down with Dae Law, a Harlem and Chelsea-based artist whose journey from carpentry to high-end art galleries defines the "Live Life Weekly" philosophy. Dae shares his incredible transition from working in heavy construction to discovering a therapeutic flow state in painting, even continuing to create while both of his elb...

In this episode of the Talk About It with Franjez podcast, host Franjez sits down with Seth Stahlmann, the lead style consultant at Tweeds in Rye, New York. Seth shares his unique journey from being homeschooled and starting a design internship at age 12 to mastering the art of custom tailoring. He dives deep into the "Live Life Weekly" philosophy of taking risks, shifting from a corporate career...

Join host Franjez on this episode of Talk About It as he sits down with New Rochelle based indie animator Bob Clark. Bob discusses his journey navigating the world of animation with an autism diagnosis and shares the inspiration behind his film Autistic Mode, a collection of animated shorts created by an all autistic team. From his childhood influences like Akira and Robot Carnival to the challeng...

In this episode of "Talk About It with Franjez," we sit down with Laya and Aubrey, the hosts of the "Lali and Aubs: What We Sip Through" podcast. The duo shares their deeply personal journeys through life's most challenging transitions, including navigating profound grief and major life shifts.  Laya discusses her experiences moving from Mexico to New York and the emotional process of healing afte...

In this episode of the Talk About It with Franjez podcast, we dive into the inspiring journey of AJ Fasciglione, a physical therapist, entrepreneur, and wellness coach. AJ shares his transition from being a standout athlete in Westchester to overcoming career-ending injuries and eventually founding AF 360.  Discover how AJ navigated the challenges of a traditional healthcare career, the pivot to e...

In episode 142 of Talk About It with Franjez, Franjez sits down with Jeannette Garcia, a candidate running for Assembly District 90. Jeannette shares her journey from being born and raised in Puerto Rico to becoming a dedicated advocate and legal expert in immigration management. Contact: https://www.instagram.com/garciaforyonkers?igsh=MTQ1NDA0YTVlNjNmdQ== Instagram: www. Instagram.com/Franjez Ema...

Work with Franjez: https://stan.store/franjez Liza May Reed, founder of Featherhouse Publishing and creator of the Go Where You Grow program.  Liza opens up about her "full circle" journey from being a "terrible reader" who required multiple surgeries for aggressive ear cysts to becoming an author dedicated to teaching children the power of their words. She shares how books like The Alchemist and...

In this episode of "Talk About It with Franjez," we sit down with Daniel Calabrese, a seasoned athlete and entrepreneur who has seamlessly transitioned from over two decades of physique and performance coaching into the culinary world as the owner of the legendary Dom and Vinnie’s Pizzeria in Yonkers, New York.  Daniel shares his unique journey from growing up in Portchester and Eastchester to bec...

In this episode of the Talk About It with Franjez podcast, I sit down with Josh Dooz owner of StockRoom Records, to catch up on life, business, and the relentless pursuit of growth. Fresh off an 11 day trip to Miami, Josh shares his perspective on the high level networking scene in Florida, the "distraction vs. discipline" struggle, and how being surrounded by elite success inspired him to return...

In episode 138 of the Talk About It With Franjez podcast, Franjez sits down with White Plains, New York, recording artist Alpha$Man to discuss his journey through the music industry, his roots in Westchester, and the philosophy behind his brand, AlphaWrld. Alpha$Man shares personal stories about his upbringing, his creative process, and the importance of authenticity and self care in his life and...

In this episode of Talk About It with Franjez podcast I visit The DRIPBaR Rye in New York to explore the world of intravenous vitamin and nutrition therapy. I am joined by the owner, Andrea Della Mura, a remarkable two time cancer survivor who shares how IV therapy and proactive wellness changed her life.  In this video, we dive deep into: • The Debut Drip: A foundational infusion of Vitamin C, Ma...

Yonkers born recording artist CritterMake, an unfiltered look at a life of extreme highs and devastating lows.  CritterMake shares his incredible journey from being a sponsored professional skateboarder at age 13 skating alongside legends like Tony Hawk to his transition into the Yonkers rap scene. The conversation takes a sobering turn as he recounts being wrongfully accused of a crime at age 19,...

In this deep and inspiring episode of Talk About It with Franjez, host Franjez and guest co host Vinnie Brusco sit down with Rosalie Kissmann, an educator, speaker, and the founder of Joy Redefined. Rosalie shares her powerful journey from a traditional Italian upbringing in Yonkers to a life changing spiritual awakening in 2020 that shifted her entire perspective on happiness and purpose. Connect...