Talking with Donato

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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...

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🎙️ Welcome to Season 2, Episode 123 of the Talking with Donato podcast — “Get the Mate in Line,” a full morning show experience packed with laughs, real talk, and unexpected gems. Whether you're a die-hard sports fan, podcast junkie, entrepreneur on the hustle, or just need a morning pick-me-up with meaning, this episode delivers. Join Donato — Army veteran, youth sports coach, and master of a...

🔥 Welcome back to Talking with Donato – Season 2, Episode 122! In this full-throttle sports show , we're diving into the latest draft news , athlete stock rises and falls , and hot takes on everything from pro leagues to youth sports . Whether you're a sports fan , college student , dad coaching on weekends , or just love authentic, entertaining podcasts , this one’s for you. 🎙️ This epis...

In this powerhouse episode of Talking with Donato , we welcome Dr. Freadda Matthews , Ph. D.—a dynamic leader, educator, and powerhouse of wisdom—for a deep and hilarious dive into modern leadership , personal growth , and staying pressed, not stressed when the heat is on. Freadda Zeigler, PhD, is a passionate advocate for psychologically healthy workplaces and leadership empowerment. A native of...

🎙️ Lain Down the Law | Prof. Corinna Lain | Talking with Donato S2 Ep120 From Army trucks to law books, this week’s Talking with Donato dives deep with Professor Corinna Lain — military veteran, legal scholar, and trailblazing thinker. This episode is a must-watch for veterans and military families , entrepreneurs , college students , creatives , and anyone craving authentic conversations on resil...

What kind of Play-In Game? | Talking with Donato Podcast | Full Sports Show S2 EP119 Welcome back to Talking with Donato —your favorite interview-style podcast and sports entertainment show blending real talk, laughs, and unforgettable conversations. In Season 2, Episode 119, we dive deep into the NBA’s Play-In Tournament , breaking down the hype, drama, and why it's changing the game for spor...

🔥 Welcome to Season 2, Episode 117 of Talking with Donato – the ultimate podcast for fans of real talk, raw stories, and unforgettable guests! In this episode, we dive into “Secrets of the Killing State” with special guest Corinna Lain , a renowned expert on law, capital punishment, and the dark intersections of justice and power. Whether you're a podcast lover , sports fan , entertainment junkie...

🔥 In this episode of Talking with Donato , we sit down with Mickey Factz — hip-hop lyricist, entrepreneur, educator, and creative powerhouse — for an authentic, wide-ranging convo that hits everything from music and hustle to mental health, motivation, and legacy. Whether you're a hip-hop head , sports fan , entrepreneur , veteran , or just someone who loves real talk with real people , this...

Start your day with laughter, inspiration, and real talk! In Season 2, Episode 116 of the Talking with Donato Podcast , we bring you a full-throttle morning show experience packed with unfiltered humor, personal growth, sports banter, and authentic conversations. Whether you're a sports fan , youth sports parent , veteran , entrepreneur , or just someone who loves great stories and hilarious t...

Welcome back to another high-energy episode of Talking with Donato ! In S2 EP 115, “Welcome Back Luka,” we’re diving deep into the world of sports, pop culture, comedy, and authentic conversation. Whether you're a diehard sports fan, youth sports parent, veteran, military family, or just someone who loves a great podcast with heart and humor, this one’s for you. We’re bringing that radio-show vibe...

In Season 2, Episode 114 of Talking with Donato , we sit down with the dynamic leaders of ABREP — Austin Black Real Estate Professionals , a group of trailblazing Realists changing the game in real estate, entrepreneurship, and community empowerment . This conversation dives deep into Black excellence in real estate , wealth-building through property , and the vital importance of representation in...

In Season 2, Episode 113 of Talking with Donato , we sit down with the incredible founders of the Bakari Foundation , a nonprofit born from tragedy and built on love, healing, and purpose. This powerful episode dives into themes of grief, resilience, legacy, and personal growth as we explore how one family turned heartbreak into hope — offering healing travel experiences for families who have lost...

Welcome to Season 2, Episode 112 of Talking with Donato — “We Should Talk About It: Full Morning Show”! This high-energy episode blends authentic conversation, sports talk, comedy, and real-life insight from athletes, veterans, creators, and everyday hustlers. Whether you’re a sports fan, military family, foodie, entrepreneur, or pop culture junkie, you’ll find something to vibe with here. We dive...

Welcome back to another episode of Talking with Donato – your go-to sports talk show where comedy meets commentary and real conversations take center stage! In this episode titled “Final Fourgiveness | Full Sports Show,” we dive deep into the madness of the Final Four , break down the buzzer beaters, upsets, and unforgettable moments from the NCAA Tournament, and serve up hilarious takes that only...

Emmer & Rye Restaurant Austin | S2 EP 110 Welcome to another exciting episode of Talking with Donato , the must-watch interview podcast that brings you the most compelling conversations with top personalities in sports, entertainment, and culture . In this episode, we sit down with Tavel Bristol-Joseph , acclaimed Pastry Chef and Partner at Emmer & Rye Hospitality Group , to discuss his jo...

Cook it up | Full Morning Radio Show | Talking with Donato Podcast | S2 EP 109 Welcome to another high-energy episode of Talking with Donato ! In Season 2, Episode 109 , we’re bringing you a full morning radio show experience packed with sports talk, comedy, entertainment insights, and engaging conversations you won’t want to miss. Whether you're a sports fan, entertainment junkie, podcast lover,...

Chokeholds & Cha-Cha: How Marco Hurtado Dances Through Life | The Bearded Boomer | Talking with Donato S2 EP 108 Marco Hurtado (@Bearded__Boomer) teaches both Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and dance…..not at the same time. He began training BJJ at the age of 44, and started teaching in 2021 and earned his black belt in 2023. Marco joined TikTok in 2019 and grew to over 1 million followers through a comb...