In this hilarious and real conversation, Model and Influencer Leslie Rodriguez takes us on her journey from a funny Dominican kid in Washington Heights to a viral sensation and signed model. 

Born to Dominican immigrant parents, Leslie developed her humor early on as a way to stand out, with her mother fully embracing her bold personality. Leslie took a leap of faith, putting corporate life on the back burner to prioritize modeling and influencing. The risk paid off big time, landing her major campaigns with Savage Fenty, Target, Nike, Clinique, and Macy’s.

Leslie’s story is proof that when you bet on yourself, the universe listens. And trust me—she’s just getting started! 🔥

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In this episode, we sit down with Toronto’s own Smiley, the rapper with the fire flow who caught the attention of his idol, Drake, and turned his dreams into reality. Born to a Mexican mother and Haitian father, Smiley shares his journey from the streets of Toronto to signing with OVO, proving that manifestation is real.

He opens up about his troubled youth, hustling in the hood and the time he spent behind bars—lessons that shaped the artist he is today. Now a father, he talks about how his youth changed his perspective and why 2025 is his year to take over as a global superstar.

This episode is packed with laughter, wild stories, and gems about believing in yourself no matter the odds. Smiley’s come-up is proof that when you speak it into existence, anything is possible. Tap in!

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In this episode, we sit down with Toronto’s own Smiley, the rapper with the fire flow who caught the attention of his idol, Drake, and turned his dreams into reality. Born to a Mexican mother and Haitian father, Smiley shares his journey from the streets of Toronto to signing with OVO, proving that manifestation is real.

He opens up about his troubled youth, hustling in the hood and the time he spent behind bars—lessons that shaped the artist he is today. Now a father, he talks about how his youth changed his perspective and why 2025 is his year to take over as a global superstar.

This episode is packed with laughter, wild stories, and gems about believing in yourself no matter the odds. Smiley’s come-up is proof that when you speak it into existence, anything is possible. Tap in!

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In this episode we sit down with the incredibly multi-talented Jearnest Corchado to talk about her journey from Puerto Rico to Hollywood. At just 17, she left everything behind to chase her acting dreams in California —now, she’s starring in major roles, including the highly anticipated Lisa Lisa biopic 'Can You Feel the Beat.'

Jearnest opens up about making it in the industry, the power of faith and manifestation, and why she believes it’s cool to love God. She also dives into the impact of Bad Bunny on Puerto Rican culture, the harsh reality of gentrification on the island, and what it was like landing roles on Blacklist, Sneakerheads, and Little America.

Plus, we get into family, her music career, and what’s next for this rising star.

 

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In this episode we sit down with the incredibly multi-talented Jearnest Corchado to talk about her journey from Puerto Rico to Hollywood. At just 17, she left everything behind to chase her acting dreams in California —now, she’s starring in major roles, including the highly anticipated Lisa Lisa biopic 'Can You Feel the Beat.'

Jearnest opens up about making it in the industry, the power of faith and manifestation, and why she believes it’s cool to love God. She also dives into the impact of Bad Bunny on Puerto Rican culture, the harsh reality of gentrification on the island, and what it was like landing roles on Blacklist, Sneakerheads, and Little America.

Plus, we get into family, her music career, and what’s next for this rising star.

 

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In this episode, we’re joined by Ferris Wheel Jay—an Emmy-winning Creative Director, Platinum Producer, and the voice behind the wildly popular Instagram series What is New York.

Jay takes us on a journey through his Brooklyn roots, raised by two loving yet no-nonsense Abuelitas who enrolled him in military school, yet gave him with lessons in making Puerto Rican Sofrito. He shares on what it’s like to feel deeply connected to his Latino identity despite not speaking Spanish, the moment he overdosed and how he’s turned his authenticity into a superpower.

We dive into his creative path—from landing collaborations with French Montana, Jay-Z’s Planes, and Timberland, to the hustle and heart behind his Emmy win. Along the way, Jay reflects on how nurturing his inner child and a love for all things creative shaped a career he’s truly passionate about.

This is a story about culture, creativity, and staying true to yourself in the city that never sleeps. 

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In this episode, we’re joined by Ferris Wheel Jay—an Emmy-winning Creative Director, Platinum Producer, and the voice behind the wildly popular Instagram series What is New York.

Jay takes us on a journey through his Brooklyn roots, raised by two loving yet no-nonsense Abuelitas who enrolled him in military school, yet gave him with lessons in making Puerto Rican Sofrito. He shares on what it’s like to feel deeply connected to his Latino identity despite not speaking Spanish, the moment he overdosed and how he’s turned his authenticity into a superpower.

We dive into his creative path—from landing collaborations with French Montana, Jay-Z’s Planes, and Timberland, to the hustle and heart behind his Emmy win. Along the way, Jay reflects on how nurturing his inner child and a love for all things creative shaped a career he’s truly passionate about.

This is a story about culture, creativity, and staying true to yourself in the city that never sleeps. 

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In this episode, we sit down with Brooklyn’s own Maiya The Don, the Afro-Latina Lyricist who took 2024 by storm as a member of the XXL Freshman Class. Maiya shares how her journey from makeup artist to TikTok star to Rapper unfolded during the pandemic and dives into how her Latina roots and abuela’s wisdom shaped her always-fly aesthetic.

We also talk about her favorite Rappers, the iconic collaboration with Telfar, and them big plans for 2025.  Get ready for laughs, hip-hop bonding and the tea on Maiya’s dynamic rise in the music game.

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In this episode, we sit down with Brooklyn’s own Maiya The Don, the Afro-Latina Lyricist who took 2024 by storm as a member of the XXL Freshman Class. Maiya shares how her journey from makeup artist to TikTok star to Rapper unfolded during the pandemic and dives into how her Latina roots and abuela’s wisdom shaped her always-fly aesthetic.

We also talk about her favorite Rappers, the iconic collaboration with Telfar, and them big plans for 2025.  Get ready for laughs, hip-hop bonding and the tea on Maiya’s dynamic rise in the music game.

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