On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin sits with Lee Anicet, an entrepreneur who established his first business in 2020 and second one in 2022. Currently, Lee seeks to educate everyone about credit literacy seeing as it's not taught in school very often. He also wants to help individuals as well as business to take that first step. By showing them the power of credit they can use credit as leverage to fund their business along with other passive streams of income. In this episode, we’re going ...
Nov 12, 2022•31 min•Season 3Ep. 10
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin sits with Anthony Yard, who is a former Principal and educator for the Department of Education. He was also a former pro basketball player and prided himself in teaching others in hopes of creating opportunities for the generation to come. In this episode, we will learn how life can be unpredictable and how we can find the signs that ultimately allow us to walk our path. To Connect with Anthony Yard, check him out here: Instagram: https://instagram.com/ya...
Nov 03, 2022•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 9
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin sits with Mac Money, who is an independent artist from Brooklyn, NY and currently has his own label, known as Major Movement Family. Mac Money has been serving the streets with amazing music and content since the start of his career. In this episode, we’re going to have a conversation about how to use music, production, and style to amplify the energy of others while building your legacy. To Connect with Mac Money, check him out here: Linktree: https://li...
Sep 29, 2022•30 min•Season 3Ep. 8
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin sits with Dr. Kirk “Jae” James who is a Clinical Assistant Professor at NYU Silver. Jae was born in Montego Bay, Jamaica, during a period of political and social unrest. He would ultimately migrate to the United States at ten years old with his mother in search of a better life. In 2013, Jae completed a doctorate from the University of Pennsylvania School of Social Policy and Practice titled “The Invisible Epidemic: Educating Social Work Students towards ...
Apr 27, 2022•52 min•Season 3Ep. 7
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin sits with Tim Hunter, an organizer, educator, and activist that is running for public office to ensure that the people of the 43rd Assembly district have true progressive representation in Albany. He is a lifelong resident of Brooklyn, born to Jamaican parents that migrated to the borough in pursuit of a better life. His vision is for his district to be able to be more involved in the process of governing, and view themselves as active stakeholders in our...
Apr 20, 2022•46 min•Season 3Ep. 6
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin sits with Nyah Stokley who is a pledged licensed social worker, avid New Yorker, Wellness enthusiast, and ongoing education seeker. She formally sought education by earning a BSW degree in social work from the illustrious Morgan State University and earning her MSW from NYU (Silver School of Social Work). Currently, Nyah duly occupies a professional space as a social worker in a DOE public school and a private clinical practice. Nyah's motto is, “Own wher...
Apr 13, 2022•46 min•Season 3Ep. 5
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin sits with Angelica Hill is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), who earned her Bachelors in Social Work from York College and earned her Masters in Social Work from Fordham University. Shortly after graduating from Fordham, Angelica took her LMSW licensure exam which has opened up an avenue of opportunities for her such as working remotely as a therapist for two agencies. Angelica's target clientele has been those who are diagnosed with ADHD, depressio...
Apr 06, 2022•39 min•Season 3Ep. 4
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with Dr. UniQue C. Starks who is a New York native that creates action-driven initiatives for the advancement of historically under-resourced communities. Starks’ exposure to limited resources and inadequate school systems caused her to see the dangers of social injustices within the black community. Dismantling inequities across disadvantaged communities has become her purpose. Dr. Starks earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from CUNY B...
Mar 28, 2022•1 hr 7 min•Season 3Ep. 3
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with Alison O Jordan, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is internationally recognized for training and expertise in technical assistance with over 40 years in senior government, executive management, program development, and direct service experience. Alison worked on several projects such as the Workforce initiative that links people in PR with HIV to healthcare as well as addressing housing and employment needs using the TCC NYC model. She als...
Mar 16, 2022•45 min
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with Pia Raymond Hargrove (Professor Pia), who earned her B.A. in psychology from Boston University and an MSW from New York University. She has deeply engaged children and families through social work practice at the Jewish Board of Family and Children’s Services and the New York City Mission Society. As a community and political activist, Pia ran for NYC Council in 2017 and continued community organizing through leadership in several civic organiz...
Mar 02, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 1
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with Joshua Jimenez who is from Jamaica, Queens NY and currently working for a fortune 100 company in a customer success/ program management role. Joshua is also familiar with media/arts, sales/marketing, finance, and computer science. In this episode, we’re going to have a conversation about unique career paths and the type of mindset you need to have to achieve your goals. To Connect with Joshua Jimenez, check him out here: Instagram: https://inst...
Dec 29, 2021•55 min•Season 2Ep. 23
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with Justin Dillion, also known as (Chef J. Dillion) A chef with Jamaican roots, who resides in NYC. Chef J.Dillion specializes in all types of cuisine such as: Caribbean, American, Italian and Asian. Justin currently holds his Bachelors in Hospitality & Management with a concentration in Culinary Arts. In this episode, we’re going to have a conversation about about food and ways to use your passion to dive into entrepreneurship. To Connect with...
Dec 27, 2021•32 min•Season 2Ep. 22
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kev brings his brother, Favour Anikwue (also known as Fav) to continue the Real Talk Series! Listen in as they talk about religion, life lessons, and ways one can uplift their community. To Connect with Favour Anikwue, check him out here: Instagram: https://instagram.com/itscalm_?utm_medium=copy_link Find Me On LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kevin-caraballo Twitter: https://twitter.com/kcaraballob Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stayhumblekev/ & https://www...
Dec 08, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Season 2Ep. 21
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with Westin Gaspard, who is an experienced ad sales professional for a fortune 100 company with a key specialization in data analysis, financial modeling, and revenue forecasting. Outside of his 9-5, he is passionate about music, fashion, design, and architecture. Westin has been able to showcase fashion and lifestyle content on Instagram as a social media influencer and entrepreneur. In this episode, we’re going to have a conversation about living ...
Dec 01, 2021•48 min•Season 2Ep. 20
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with Stephanie Nuesi, who is the CEO and Founder of Max Up, a career coaching firm whose mission is to maximize the potential of the future leaders of the nation. She has interned in various top accounting firms, tech companies and different banks in New York City and California. Stephanie is passionate about career coaching and public speaking. She has given over 100 workshops and events in 7 countries and has been guest speaker for companies like ...
Sep 29, 2021•52 min•Season 2Ep. 19
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin welcomes Abou Sow back to a show! Abou Sow is the owner of Prince Abou’s Butchery. In his earlier stages in life, Abou Sow landed his first job as a butcher at a local halal slaughterhouse in Queens, NY. It was there that Abou sharpened his butchering skills, business acumen, and overall appreciation for ethical farming. In this episode, we’re going to have a conversation about the process of establishing a successful business and how to build a foundatio...
Sep 22, 2021•35 min•Season 2Ep. 18
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with guest speaker Alex Casella, an financial professional, who recognizes the lack of financial literacy provided to mental health professionals and the number of hours that go into training in the social work and mental health field. As a result, Alex uses a process that helps Social Workers and mental health professionals prioritize their finances so they can continue to empower our communities throughout the world. In this episode, we’re going t...
Sep 15, 2021•32 min•Season 2Ep. 17
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with guest speaker Ezekiel Akinyemi, who is born with an engaging personality and a love of all things music, it was clear that Zeke would not only grow to become a world-renowned DJ but a multimedia entrepreneur that would play for international crowds as well; and, that is precisely what happened. DJ Zeke is an experienced veteran in the entertainment industry and a permanent fixture of the NY club scene. More importantly, he is where talent, pass...
Sep 08, 2021•56 min•Season 2Ep. 16
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with guest speaker Joshua Ware, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker for Family Medicine, a therapist, a co-author, and a training specialist for Children of Promise, NYC. Joshua has spent the past 3 years in the Crown Heights community providing psychotherapy to older teens and adults who normally wouldn’t have access to therapy. His expertise and curricula focus on dismantling the stigma of mental health care within the Black/Caribbean community in o...
Aug 25, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 15
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with guest speaker Pervis Taylor III, an award-winning celebrity life coach, speaker and best selling author of Pervis Principles Volumes 1 & 2 and co-author of Single Man, Married Man. Pervis’s latest book is Surthrival Mode (Sur-thrive-al) which is best described as a how-to-guide for men to navigate through their emotions and trauma using the 4 A’s of Surthrival Mode (Acknowledgement, Acceptance, Articulation and Alchemy). In this episode, we...
Aug 18, 2021•38 min•Season 2Ep. 14
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with guest speaker Jasmine Phinex, a Queens Native, who is enthusiastic about impacting the lives of those around her and making a difference within her community. She is a community leader, a social justice educator, wife of a veteran, and mother to her four-year-old daughter, her Co-CEO. Jasmine manages her own business called Serenity Nail Polish that was sparked by her daughter Serenity. She enjoys shopping, taking long walks on the beach, liste...
Jul 28, 2021•30 min•Season 2Ep. 13
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with guest speaker, Ashakee Ledgister, who is a Jamaican Actress, Director and Producer. She was born in Hanover, Jamaica and raised in Brooklyn, New York. She graduated from Hunter College with a Bachelor of Arts for Television and Film. After her very first acting class at Hunter college she quickly fell into the acting realm. Ashakee is currently studying the craft with Anthony “A Money” Abeson, one of the best acting coaches in the Tri-state are...
Jul 21, 2021•38 min•Season 2Ep. 12
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with guest speaker, Harleny Vasquez who is a Licensed Social Worker and a Latinx Woman of color. She is the founder of her consulting business yourEVOLVEDmind, where she is a career coach helping social workers with personal branding, LinkedIn marketing and teaches them all of the tools they need to secure their next opportunity using LinkedIn as a platform. Harleny is an experienced social worker with over 8 years working in the field of social ser...
Jul 14, 2021•50 min•Season 2Ep. 11
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with guest speaker, Shinyere Davis, a metaphysical sexologist and adjunct professor, specializing in the spirituality within sexuality and solution-based practices that promote collective healing within communities of color. She is a Newburgh, NY native, a Poughkeepsie local, and the founder and CEO of Soul Sexology. Soul Sexology is a platform that curates wellness workshops and cultural events centered on Love, sex, and intimacy within communities...
Jul 07, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 10
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with guest speaker, Keith Rogers, the co-founder of Let’s Heal, and its mission is to create a safe space, allowing the opportunity to begin normalizing conversations about mental health. Keith grew up in Atlanta, Georgia before, moving to Brooklyn, NY to, continue his education. He received his Bachelor’s degree in criminology in 2015 and obtained his Masters Degree in Social Work in May 2021. He plans to further his education by enrolling in a Ph....
Jun 30, 2021•37 min•Season 2Ep. 9
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with guest speaker Devon Fecker, an accountant, entrepreneur, and full-time investor. Also, Devon has six years of experience trading in the market. His experience ranges from stocks, forex, crypto, options, and HFX. Devon uses several risk management strategies to help him beat the market and get a greater return on his investments. He believes an important key to life is to try a little bit of everything because you never know what you might be go...
Jun 23, 2021•54 min•Season 2Ep. 8
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with guest speaker Rachelle Antoine, a transformative social worker, educator, advocate, and mentor. She believes that change happens when people are given the guidance, adequate tools, and support that they need to draw on their strengths and realize their full potentials to live. Rachelle has worked tirelessly in her community to empower and increase youths’ knowledge, self-esteem and confidence. She uses arts and music to help youth recognize the...
Jun 16, 2021•51 min•Season 2Ep. 7
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kevin talks with guest speaker Jalls Civil, a Digital Entrepreneur, on the importance and immense impact that digital currency is going to have on the world in the next coming years. Jalls has a strong passion for helping others obtain and chase after their dreams despite time, money, race, gender, and inequalities that restrict the everyday person from truly acquiring what they desire from life rather than what they may be settling for. Jalls also has spent th...
Jun 09, 2021•34 min•Season 2Ep. 6
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kev brings his cousin Empress Livewire and her husband Devon, to continue the Real Talk Series! Listen in as they talk about navigating life, adding less value to money, and surrounding yourself with like minded people. Livewire’s true passion is in community building and uplifting our people through using her voice as a speaker. Livewire encourages others to discover their divine purpose and share it with the world. Livewire knows that imagination and living a...
May 12, 2021•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 5
On today’s F.A.CT.S. podcast, host Kev talks with guest speaker Miya Bass on the importance of being true to yourself and taking care of your mental health. Miya Bass is a licensed master social worker hailing from Southside Jamaica, Queens, NY. With a strong background in education and performing arts, Miya has spent the last 12 years giving back to her community devotedly through programming and community outreach. She currently works at CUNY York College running the Fatherhood Initiative Prog...
Apr 28, 2021•55 min•Season 2Ep. 4
