Youngest In The Yacht Club

Vince Serrano

Youngest in The Yacht Club is a podcast that focuses on inspiring young people to reach their full potential. Hosted by Vince Serrano, the podcast features interviews with artist, musicians, entrepreneurs, and activist from around the world. Through these conversations, listeners gain an insight into the creative and entrepreneurial minds of the guest, as well as the challenges they face in their respective fields. The podcast also provides a platform for the guest to share their stories and experiences, and to inspire others to pursue their dreams.

  1. JAN 16

    🎙️ Youngest in The Yacht Club - Jaz Mariah (Journalism, Culture, Survival & Why Hip Hop)

    In this powerful and unfiltered episode of Youngest in The Yacht Club, host Vince Serrano sits down with Jaz Mariah, founder and host of the Why Hip Hop Podcast, for a raw, necessary conversation about hip hop culture, journalism, identity, trauma, and truth. Jaz opens up about growing up in foster care, becoming a mother at a young age, navigating homelessness, and carving out her own lane in media through Why Hip Hop — a platform dedicated to asking the hard questions others avoid. Together, they unpack what hip hop really represents, the difference between culture and exploitation, culture vultures, financial literacy, and why storytelling still matters in today’s industry. This episode goes far beyond music — it’s about ownership, resilience, and protecting the soul of hip hop. If you care about real conversations, media accountability, and the future of culture, this one is a must-watch. 00:00 – Introduction & welcoming Jaz Mariah00:24 – Who is Jaz Mariah? Motherhood, foster care & survival02:44 – Aging out of foster care & choosing a different path03:33 – Discovering journalism & early industry exposure05:15 – Why Jaz identifies as a journalist (not a publicist)06:20 – The real origin story of Why Hip Hop08:18 – What hip hop truly represents as a culture10:50 – How industry beef shaped modern hip hop13:49 – Culture vs. exploitation & controversial guests16:24 – Faith, discernment & navigating dark industry spaces18:59 – Identity, race, and being “in between” cultures22:20 – Why tough questions matter in journalism25:15 – Business, income, and investing in your platform29:22 – Traumatic industry experiences & personal safety33:44 – Disillusionment with idols & industry realities37:47 – Motivation vs discipline & financial responsibility41:56 – Behind-the-scenes power players in hip hop46:28 – Culture vultures & artistic expression49:17 – Audience debate: who does hip hop belong to?58:23 – Being the change instead of complaining01:02:20 – Final thoughts on culture, resilience & storytelling ✔️ Real journalism✔️ Real culture talk✔️ No industry fluff✔️ Stories that don’t get told elsewhere 🎧 Why Hip Hop Podcast – @whyhiphop🎙️ Youngest in The Yacht Club📍 Tampa, FL #YoungestInTheYachtClub #WhyHipHop #JazMariah #HipHopPodcast#HipHopCulture #MusicJournalism #BlackMedia #PodcastInterview#CulturalCommentary #IndependentMedia #CreatorEconomy#RealConversations #TampaPodcast #HipHopJournalism ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS🔥 WHY THIS EPISODE MATTERS📲 FOLLOW & SUPPORT📈 HASHTAGS (SEO + DISCOVERY)

    1h 15m
  2. JAN 2

    Youngest in The Yacht Club - Whitney Burnette (Motherhood, UGC & Monetizing to Building Wealth)

    In this episode of Youngest in the Yacht Club, Vince Serrano sits down with Whitney Burnette (@mamaawhit) — a Tampa-based content creator, mother, and UGC strategist redefining what it means to build a creator career in 2025. Whitney opens up about leaving teaching, homeschooling her kids, building brand partnerships without chasing followers, and why authentic micro-creators are dominating the marketing space. She shares honest advice on charging your worth, creating content with just a phone, and building generational wealth while staying present for your family. This conversation is raw, inspiring, and packed with real-world insight for creators, parents, and entrepreneurs navigating today’s digital economy. 🎧 Perfect for:• Aspiring content creators• Moms in business• UGC & brand deal education• Anyone tired of the 9–5 mindset (Identical to YouTube for cross-platform SEO)00:00 – Intro & Whitney’s background00:48 – Military upbringing & culture03:11 – CEO of Chaos mindset07:11 – Travel & global perspective10:52 – Transition into content creation14:04 – UGC & brand partnerships18:31 – Monetization & self-worth22:29 – Micro-creator advantage29:21 – Content creation without fancy gear34:18 – Advice for new creators37:06 – 5-year vision & travel goals40:35 – Where to find Whitney UGC, content creation, women in business, creator economy, parenting podcast, entrepreneurship, influencer marketing, personal growth UGC, content creation, women in business, creator economy, parenting podcast, entrepreneurship, influencer marketing, personal growth

    42 min
  3. 12/27/2025

    Youngest in The Yacht Club Ep. - Akeem Daly (Shake The Room Podcast, Army, Culture & Collaboration)

    In this powerful episode of Youngest in The Yacht Club, host Vince Serrano sits down with Akeem Daly — Army recruiter, creator, influencer, and host of Shake The Room Podcast — for a raw, unfiltered conversation about purpose, discipline, culture, and building something real in a viral world. Akeem opens up about his journey from the Bronx to the U.S. Army, transitioning from modeling into service, becoming one of the top recruiters in Tampa, and why podcasting is one of today’s most powerful media platforms. This episode dives deep into collaboration vs. competition, mental health, social media culture, and why integrity still matters. If you’re an entrepreneur, creator, podcaster, or someone trying to find direction — this one’s for you. 00:00 Intro – Welcome to Youngest in The Yacht Club00:40 Who is Akeem Daly?01:26 Growing up in the Bronx & Jamaican roots01:45 From Hollister modeling to the Army02:44 “This ain’t enough” – choosing discipline03:23 Boot camp & military mindset shift05:05 Regrets & lessons joining later07:05 Learning how to win in the military07:44 Becoming a top Army recruiter in Tampa08:49 How Shake The Room Podcast started10:29 Giving back & sharing real gems11:37 The reality of podcasting (why most fail)14:04 Why collaboration beats competition16:24 Florida podcast culture & media lanes19:02 Letting guests tell their story20:23 The next generation & social media impact24:13 Culture shifts, identity & authenticity26:24 Mental health & technology balance27:16 Clout culture vs real integrity28:35 Viral moments & keeping composure31:19 Fake beef & social media marketing33:06 Chasing virality vs building foundations35:26 Cancel culture, power & longevity37:47 What’s next for Akeem Daly & Shake The Room40:04 Enjoying the process & growth43:33 Final advice – “Why not you?”44:55 Where to find Akeem Daly45:18 Outro Akeem Daly, FlyRecruiterKeem, Shake The Room Podcast, Youngest in The Yacht Club, Army recruiter Tampa, Bronx podcast, entrepreneur podcast, culture podcast, collaboration over competition, military mindset, content creator podcast, Tampa podcasts Akeem Daly: @flyrecruiterkeem_Shake The Room Podcast: @shaketheroom_podcastYoungest in The Yacht Club: Subscribe & turn notifications on 🔔 #AkeemDaly #FlyRecruiterKeem #ShakeTheRoomPodcast #YoungestInTheYachtClub #ArmyRecruiter #TampaPodcast #EntrepreneurMindset #PodcastCulture #ContentCreators #CollaborationOverCompetition #MilitaryMindset #BronxToTampa #RealConversations #PodcastLife

    46 min
  4. 12/20/2025

    🎙️ Youngest in The Yacht Club — Chico Maestro (From Puerto Rico to Planet Chico)

    In this powerful episode of Youngest in The Yacht Club, we sit down with Chico Maestro, one of the fastest-rising Latin artists out of Tampa, to break down his journey from the streets to self-mastery, music, and entrepreneurship. Born in Puerto Rico and raised in Tampa, Chico Maestro represents a true collision of cultures—Spanish and English, Latin roots and hip-hop grit. He opens up about his past, including time incarcerated, how prison shaped his mindset, and how music became his way out. This is not industry fluff—this is real life, real lessons, and real growth. We dive deep into:• His breakout Spanish record “Went Legit” and why it resonated• What “Maestro” really means—and why it defines his purpose• Tampa’s evolving culture and Latin representation in hip-hop• Turning pain into power and business ownership• His upcoming single “Idol”, future projects, and live events If you’re searching for Chico Maestro interview, Latin rapper Tampa, Puerto Rican hip hop, or real artist stories, this episode delivers. 📍 Follow Chico Maestro: @maestro_tb🎧 Music available on Spotify & Apple Music🎤 Live performance + Ugly Sweater Event — Dec 20th (Tampa) 00:00 – Intro: Who is Chico Maestro00:32 – Tampa buzz & culture collision01:04 – “Went Legit” & Spanish music breakthrough02:18 – Puerto Rican roots & Tampa upbringing03:02 – Life in Puerto Rico vs the U.S.05:04 – Opportunity, sacrifice & perspective07:14 – Discovering music & early influences08:32 – Prison experience & consequences10:27 – Lessons learned while incarcerated12:03 – Re-entering society & mindset shift12:48 – Writing music in prison14:28 – Taking a break to build a business16:31 – Becoming self-employed & growth18:17 – Pool service business & entrepreneurship19:38 – Tampa culture then vs now23:34 – The meaning behind “Maestro”25:41 – Purpose, message & motivation in music26:45 – Favorite songs & collaborations27:53 – Upcoming single “Idol” & future plans30:09 – December 20th Tampa live event32:05 – Advice to his younger self33:18 – Advice for upcoming Latin artists34:38 – Where to follow Chico Maestro41:00 – Final thoughts & respect for Tampa culture #YoungestInTheYachtClub #ChicoMaestro #MaestroTB #LatinHipHop#PuertoRicanArtist #TampaMusic #LatinRap #HipHopPodcast#IndependentArtist #MusicEntrepreneur #ArtistInterview#WentLegit #LatinCulture #RealStories #FromTheStreets ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS🔥 HASHTAGS (YouTube + Spotify)

    41 min
  5. 12/13/2025

    🎙️ Youngest in The Yacht Club - Gabe Palmer (Branding the Real Brandon )

    This episode of Youngest in The Yacht Club features Gabe Palmer, founder of Real Brandon LLC — one of the fastest-growing local media platforms in the Tampa Bay / Brandon area. What started as a side hustle while driving Uber turned into a full-scale digital media brand reaching millions of people every month. Gabe breaks down how he built Real Brandon organically from zero, why consistency matters more than algorithms, the real difference between being an influencer vs a blogger, and how local businesses can actually get ROI from content. He also talks family, sacrifice, standing on your value, and what it really takes to create impact in your community. If you’re a content creator, entrepreneur, local business owner, or aspiring media brand, this episode is a masterclass. 00:00 – Intro00:27 – Who is Gabe Palmer?00:52 – Growing up in Brandon & West Tampa01:30 – Struggling in school & creative mindset03:20 – Dream of becoming a chef04:11 – Working long hours & physical burnout04:50 – Leaving the industry & starting over05:28 – Driving Uber to survive06:13 – Side hustles & selling shoes06:49 – The moment Real Brandon was born07:41 – Posting local businesses consistently08:29 – Becoming the only media outlet in Brandon09:08 – Businesses seeing real results09:30 – What Real Brandon LLC actually is10:21 – Tampa Bay growth & expansion east12:42 – Real impact vs traditional news13:35 – Why helping businesses is the most rewarding15:02 – Why he doesn’t do negative reviews16:13 – Organic growth vs paid ads16:57 – Becoming the “digital Brandon”17:59 – Make it or die trying mentality18:46 – Building during COVID with a family19:50 – Representing East Hillsborough County21:13 – Influencer events & community building22:36 – Launching Real Brandon Social24:05 – A day in the life of Gabe Palmer25:13 – Balancing work, kids, and marriage26:08 – Passing the business to the next generation27:18 – Creating generational impact28:11 – The real work behind content creation29:12 – Viral videos & business turnaround30:15 – Standing on your value as a creator31:27 – ROI for businesses explained32:07 – Why Gabe says “I’m not an influencer”33:04 – The negative side of influencer culture34:39 – Why Gabe calls himself a blogger36:42 – Millions of monthly views explained38:36 – Advice for new creators: consistency39:21 – Posting every day no matter what40:08 – Finding a niche no one else is covering41:15 – Beating algorithm changes42:55 – Growth doesn’t happen overnight43:32 – Learning to get comfortable on camera45:30 – Most surprising moments of success46:42 – Giving Gabe his flowers48:28 – Being the face of Brandon48:51 – Final message to creators & businesses49:52 – Where to follow Gabe Palmer Instagram: @realbrandonllcInstagram (Positive Content): @realbrandonsocialWebsite: RealBrandon.com (coming soon) #YoungestInTheYachtClub #GabePalmer #RealBrandon #BrandonFL #TampaBay #LocalMedia #ContentCreator #Blogger #InfluencerMarketing #SmallBusinessSupport #EntrepreneurJourney #DigitalMedia #CommunityFirst #OrganicGrowth #VinceSerrano

    50 min
  6. 12/05/2025

    Youngest In The Yacht Club - Solle Rico (From Beauty to Fashion to Business Owner and Beyond)

    In this episode, Venezuelan entrepreneur, fashion business owner, and Tampa community leader Solle Rico joins Vince Serrano to share her journey from arriving in the US with no English… to becoming a boutique owner in Downtown Tampa and the creator behind major local fashion + networking events. Her inspiring story represents confidence, culture, and building your own path. Solle talks about:• Growing up in Venezuela and immigrating to the US• Learning English + building community from zero • Winning Miss Latina Tampa shortly after moving to Florida • Hosting on TV + radio before launching her own brand• Opening Solle Boutique in Downtown Tampa and creating luxury shopping experiences • Expanding into fashion shows, marketing events, and women-owned business empowerment • Advice for immigrants + future fashion entrepreneurs If you’re chasing a dream, this episode will fuel you. 🌟 00:00 – Intro & Welcome Solle Rico 00:27 – Who is Solle Rico? 01:10 – From Venezuela to Tampa: Family, culture, and Christmas memories 02:39 – Learning English + starting over in a small town 05:00 – Moving from Winter Haven to Tampa & chasing opportunity06:05 – Entering and winning Miss Latina Tampa 2016 07:09 – TV Hosting + Radio experience in Spanish media08:30 – Building confidence speaking on camera09:55 – Fashion career beginnings12:50 – How Solle predicts fashion trends & global Expo trips14:37 – New York Fashion Week stories15:55 – Working multiple jobs + designing for a boutique16:46 – Fired from job, forced into entrepreneurship (the turning point)17:12 – Launching Solle Boutique20:23 – Why Downtown Tampa + creating a VIP experience for women 22:08 – Community events & fashion shows (Solle Creations) 24:50 – Networking, branding, and building connections26:00 – What she’d tell young Solle (confidence message)29:10 – Advice for women starting in fashion & business 32:30 – Representing Latinos in Tampa & inspiring others37:50 – Where to find Solle Rico online + Outro 👗 Boutique: @sollerico_ / “Solle Boutique”🌐 Website: www.solleonline.com Youngest in The Yacht Club — The podcast where culture, entrepreneurship, and influence meet in Tampa Bay. Hosted by: Vince Serrano #SolleRico #YoungestInTheYachtClub #TampaPodcast #VenezuelanEntrepreneur #SundayBoutique #FashionBusiness #WomenInBusiness #LatinaBoss #TampaBay #ImmigrantSuccess #FashionEntrepreneur #TampaInfluencers ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS🔥 FOLLOW OUR GUEST🎙️ ABOUT THE SHOW📢 HASHTAGS (SEO)

    38 min

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Youngest in The Yacht Club is a podcast that focuses on inspiring young people to reach their full potential. Hosted by Vince Serrano, the podcast features interviews with artist, musicians, entrepreneurs, and activist from around the world. Through these conversations, listeners gain an insight into the creative and entrepreneurial minds of the guest, as well as the challenges they face in their respective fields. The podcast also provides a platform for the guest to share their stories and experiences, and to inspire others to pursue their dreams.