Talking with Donato

Join us for an inspiring and insightful episode of Talking with Donato, "2026 Resolutions," Season 3 Episode 13! In this engaging installment, we dive into the world of New Year’s resolutions and personal growth alongside co-hosts Polly Pockets and DL from RVA. Together, we explore various topics, from setting achievable goals and creating fulfilling habits to the fun and nostalgia of ch...

Welcome to the festive Season 3, Episode 12 of Talking with Donato! In this special episode, titled "С новым годом" (Happy New Year), we celebrate the joy and excitement of the New Year with heartfelt discussions and reflections on the past year while looking ahead to new beginnings. Join Donato and a lineup of inspiring guests as we share personal stories, memorable experiences, and the...

Get ready for festive fun in Season 3, Episode 11 of Talking with Donato! Titled "The Best Holiday Show," this special episode features co-hosts Consuela and DL from RVA, bringing you the perfect blend of humor, heartwarming stories, and holiday cheer. Join us as we celebrate the spirit of the season, sharing tips for making the most of your holidays and discussing beloved traditions tha...

In this exciting episode of Talking with Donato, we spotlight Jason Norwood, the Texas Georgetown High School Women’s Wrestling Coach, who has achieved an impressive #1 ranking in the state. Joined by co-hosts Louise Juitt and The Gentleman Brawler, James Quigg, we dive into Jason’s journey in the world of wrestling, focusing on the unique challenges and triumphs of coaching his daughter. This epi...

oin us for an inspiring episode of Talking with Donato, Season 3, Episode 8, featuring the remarkable Mark Connor, a Boxing Trainer and Writer from Saint Paul, Minnesota. Mark’s life journey is a powerful narrative of resilience and belief. From overcoming bullying to becoming an accomplished boxer and author, his story weaves together themes of love, faith, and cultural heritage. Mark's first...

Welcome to another inspiring episode of Talking with Donato! In Season 3, Episode 7, we dive into the extraordinary life of Shaun Murphy, whose remarkable transformation from U.S. Army veteran to an esteemed figure in education and motivational speaking is truly captivating. Shaun seamlessly intertwines motivation with music, crafting a narrative that resonates with diverse audiences. His dedicati...

Join us for an exciting episode of Talking with Donato, Season 3, Episode 6: "The Tryptophan Didn't Get Us." In this lively podcast episode, we delve into the world of sports, lifestyle, and the power of perseverance. From hilarious Thanksgiving tales to insightful discussions about sports entertainment, this episode promises to keep you engaged and entertained. We explore the resili...

Welcome to another exciting episode of Talking with Donato! In Season 3, Episode 5, "MVPs can dominate?", we explore what it takes for athletes, sports stars, and MVPs to truly dominate their sport and beyond. This full sports episode dives into winning mindsets, leadership, resilience, and the secrets behind sustained success. Perfect for sports fans, youth sports parents, entrepreneurs...

Welcome to another engaging episode of Talking with Donato! In Season 3, Episode 4, titled "Billionaires do what now?," we dive into the fascinating world of wealth, entrepreneurship, and personal success. This episode uncovers the unconventional habits, mindset shifts, and strategies that billionaires use to stay ahead in business and life. Perfect for entrepreneurs, creators, hustlers,...

Join Louise Juitt on Talking with Donato as she breaks ground and shakes up the wrestling world in S3 Episode 3, “Wrestling with History: Louise Juitt's Groundbreaking Move.” Discover the inspiring journey of Delaware State’s first official recruit for the nation’s premier Division I women’s wrestling program at an HBCU, and how Louise is laying a bold foundation for trailblazers in sport, lea...

🔥 Talking with Donato Podcast | S3 EP2: Saturday Night Heat with Friends 🔥 Welcome back to Talking with Donato — the podcast where real conversations, authentic stories, and unforgettable personalities collide! In Season 3, Episode 2 , we're bringing the Saturday Night Heat with a lively, hilarious, and insightful roundtable featuring friends, creators, sports fans, and everyday hustlers who...

Welcome to Season 3 of Talking with Donato, the podcast where sports, culture, comedy, and authentic conversations collide! In our Season 3 Premiere: “Jabari Jumps In, DL Drops Gems, and Polly Pops Off”, we bring the energy, insight, and laughs that fans of interview-style podcasts, sports shows, and variety entertainment have been waiting for. This episode blends sports talk, pop culture commenta...

In this must-hear episode of Talking with Donato , we go deep with Professor Corinna Lain in “Lain on the Line” — a powerful, no-holds-barred conversation that blends law, life, leadership, and lessons learned. 🎙️ From her journey as a respected professor to her insights on constitutional law, justice, culture, and personal growth, Professor Lain brings sharp intellect and warm authenticity to the...

Welcome to Talking with Donato — Season 2, Episode 136: “See You When I See You” – the Full Morning Radio Show for Wednesday, June 11, 2025! 🎙️ This jam-packed episode delivers laughs, real talk, and the energy your morning needs. Whether you're a sports fan, a college student on the grind, a veteran navigating life after service, or a dad juggling youth sports and business dreams — this episo...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 135 of Talking with Donato : “Superstar Yet?” – Full Sports Show Edition! 🎙️🔥 In this high-energy episode, we dive into the world of sports, hustle, and what it really means to become a superstar in today’s game — whether you're on the field, in the kitchen, or building your brand. This is not just another sports talk show — it’s where comedy meets culture, where...

🎙️ Talking with Donato Podcast | S2 EP 134 | “Ugly Babies Are Just Small Ugly People” | Full Morning Show Welcome back to Talking with Donato , the full-throttle, no-holds-barred morning show that mixes comedy, culture, sports, real talk, and wild opinions ! In this hilarious episode, Donato dives into the controversial, laugh-out-loud topic: Are ugly babies just small ugly people? 🤯 From awkward...

🎙️ I Don’t Need Money, I Don’t Need Cars | S2 EP 133 | Talking with Donato Full Morning Show Welcome to another high-energy episode of Talking with Donato , your go-to interview-style podcast where comedy, culture, hustle, and heart collide! In this full-length morning show episode, Donato dives deep into the real conversations that matter — with a raw take on success, purpose, and what truly driv...

Welcome to the  Future of Downtown  presented by the Downtown Austin Alliance. As downtown’s steward and champion, we’re bringing the best parts of our vibrant city to ACL Live to celebrate with our community partners, stakeholders, members, and future leaders. This high-energy event is a chance to connect, reflect, and look ahead together. The evening will feature key insights from our annual  St...

Welcome back to Talking with Donato , the ultimate podcast where raw conversations meet real entertainment. In Season 2, Episode 131, we dive into a Full Sports Show featuring a tough guy who brings energy, insight, and laughs. Whether you're a die-hard sports fan , youth sports parent , college student , military veteran , or just someone who loves a good talk show with variety, this episode...

🔥 Welcome to Talking with Donato – S2 EP 130: "Tell All Book, Full Morning Show!" 🎙️ In this powerhouse episode of Talking with Donato , we dive deep into bold truths, hilarious hot takes, and wide-ranging real talk that hits everything from sports and pop culture to the hustle behind success. Whether you're a die-hard sports fan, a morning radio show junkie, or someone who thrives...

Satori Shakoor: Visionary Storyteller, Artist & Social Entrepreneur Satori Shakoor is a dynamic storyteller, multi-disciplinary artist, and social entrepreneur. A 2017 Kresge Literary Arts Fellow, she began her career touring with George Clinton and Parliament/Funkadelic as a Bride of Funkenstein. She later expanded into acting, comedy, and writing for television. As a founding member of Toron...

Welcome to another wild ride on Talking with Donato , your favorite interview-style podcast and variety talk show blending comedy, sports, entertainment , and real talk! In Season 2, Episode 128: “Pope-arazzi,” Donato dives into the unexpected, the hilarious, and the unforgettable — from sports hot takes and pop culture news to life lessons and hustle stories from behind the scenes. Whether you’re...

Welcome to Talking with Donato Season 2, Episode 127: Here Comes the Sunhi ! In this episode, Donato sits down with rising musical star Sunhi for a powerful, funny, and inspiring conversation. Whether you’re a podcast fan, music lover, or entrepreneur , this is the kind of authentic talk you don’t want to miss. We dive into Sunhi’s journey as an independent artist , what fuels her creative fire, a...

🏈 In this hilarious, thought-provoking episode of Talking with Donato , we ask the ultimate sports and life question: Did our parents do it better, or are we just winging it louder? This full sports show dives into generational shifts in parenting, coaching, youth sports culture, toughness, and expectations — with laughs, real talk, and a heavy dose of truth. From sideline parents to old-school c...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 125 of Talking with Donato! In this high-energy episode titled “Appy Hour with Ian Chen, Discotech App Founder: Party Smarter, Not Harder,” Donato sits down with Ian Chen , tech entrepreneur and co-founder of Discotech , the nightlife app revolutionizing how we party. 🎉 Whether you're a college student , hospitality pro , entrepreneur , or just love a good night o...