Ten Steps Ahead Podcast

DeShawn Snow and Skido Ortiz

Join DeShawn Snow and Skido Ortiz on the Ten Steps Ahead Podcast for empowering insights and candid discussions on culture, entertainment, and personal growth. Featuring a mix of book smarts and street smarts, they engage with diverse guests to inspire listeners.

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From Homeless to CEO: Shawn Pigg’s Unstoppable Journey of Resilience + Faith

🔥"Your struggles are your superpower."🔥 Join DeShawn Snow and Skido Ortiz on Ten Steps Ahead for an electrifying conversation with resilience warrior Shawn Pigg! From sleeping in abandoned buildings as a homeless teen to building a multi-million-dollar empire, Shawn reveals how he turned life’s darkest moments (divorce, tragedy, and self-doubt) into rocket fuel for success.💪🏾 In this raw, uplifting episode, you’ll discover: ✅ How to REFRAME failure as your secret weapon ✅ Why hitting rock bo...

Jul 29, 2025•49 min•Ep. 8

From Rock Bottom to Resilience: How to Turn Adversity into Strategic Wins

🔥"When life knocks you down, you don’t start over—you start AGAIN with wisdom." Join DeShawn Snow and Skido Ortiz for a raw, uplifting conversation about rebuilding after life’s toughest blows. In this episode of Ten Steps Ahead, we dive into: - Skido’s Darkest Hour: From losing his mother to battling depression and homelessness—how faith and fatherhood pulled him back. - DeShawn’s Pivot: Navigating divorce, self-sabotage, and reclaiming her purpose (spoiler: God’s plan is greater than your pai...

Jul 15, 2025•40 min•Ep. 7

From Chaos to Career Comebacks: Behind the Scenes with a Concert Booking Agent

Real recognize real—and VA’s the secret weapon turning underground talent into LEGENDS.🚀 Join DeShawn Snow and Skido Ortiz for a raw, faith-fueled chat with VA, the booking agent who’s spent 15 years turning NO into game-changing YES for hip-hop’s biggest names. In this episode, we dive into: - The GRIND: How VA went from street life to stage-directing sold-out tours (and why he’ll never touch the game again). - FAITH & HUSTLE: Praying through shootouts, dodging egos, and why God’s his ulti...

Jul 01, 2025•51 min•Ep. 6

How to Build Authentic Friendships & Navigate Conflict Like a PRO

🌟"Real recognize real!"🌟 Join DeShawn Snow and Skido Ortiz for a raw, uplifting, and hilariously real conversation about friendships, loyalty, and staying true to yourself! In this episode of Ten Steps Ahead, we’re breaking down: - How to curate your inner circle (trust us, quality > quantity!) - Navigating conflict without losing your cool (Skido’s patience level: 📈) - Why authenticity is NON-NEGOTIABLE in friendships and business - 💥 Hot Takes: Dating athletes, healing from past relatio...

Jun 17, 2025•36 min•Ep. 5

Red Flags in Relationships: How to Spot Them & Avoid Heartbreak

Welcome back to Ten Steps Ahead! This week, Skido Ortiz and DeShawn Snow dive into raw, real talk about relationships, red flags, and accountability—with a dose of humor and unfiltered truth💥 🔥 In this episode: Ignoring red flags? DeShawn shares her wildest dating stories (yes, blocking numbers and paying for trips 😱). Single parenting struggles: Kay opens up about raising kids solo, balancing survival mode, and teaching her son to become a man. Father-daughter dynamics: Skido gets emotional ...

Jun 03, 2025•39 min•Ep. 4

Unlocking Success: The Secrets They Didn't Teach You

Join DeShawn Snow and Skido Ortiz on the 10 Steps Ahead Podcast as they unpack raw stories of resilience, success, and authenticity. DeShawn reveals her journey gracing the cover of Motivate Magazine’s “Heart of a Woman” issue, while Skido shares behind-the-scenes insights from high-stakes LA ventures with Moneybagg Yo and Tiffany Haddish. Kay Davis brings unfiltered streetwise perspectives on navigating drama and staying grounded. Learn how to conquer perfectionism, manage anger, and leverage f...

May 20, 2025•41 min•Ep. 3

The Journey Begins: From Struggles to Strength

Welcome to the premier episode of "Ten Steps Ahead!" Join hosts DeShawn and Skido as they dive deep into their personal journeys of growth, resilience, and transformation. In this candid conversation, DeShawn opens up about her time on reality television, the challenges of marriage, and how she navigated her way through the dark moments to emerge stronger. Skido shares his own experiences growing up in New York, battling personal demons, and discovering his purpose through faith. Together, they ...

May 06, 2025•42 min•Ep. 1

Juggling Relationships and Life's Rollercoaster

Creators & Guests DeShawn Snow - Host Skido Ortiz - Host Join DeShawn Snow and Skido in this enlightening episode of Ten Steps Ahead, where they dive deep into the nuances of relationships, personal growth, and navigating life's challenges. From discussing the importance of vulnerability in relationships to the complexities of balancing career and family, this episode is packed with insightful conversations and real-life experiences. Discover how Skido's journey from behind-the-scenes to bei...

May 06, 2025•37 min•Ep. 2

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