Live From the Bronx Jason and Kevin

On this episode we sit down with Alicia Guevera, the first female identifying CEO of Big Brother Big Sister NYC. Alicia shares stories about her Cuban heritage, growing up in the BX, and her love for hip hop. From a young age, her family taught her to love her community, and the importance of giving back. All of this led her to the work that she is doing now with BBBS NYC, and specifically their Be Bronx Be Big campaign. This is a powerful episode, and it reminds you to Love Yourz!

On this episode we kick it with the Bronx's very own, Hector Carvajal, Founder of Don Carvajal Café. At the core of Hector's coffee business is a blend of his Dominican roots and his Bronx culture. Hector reminds us that authenticity is everything, and that you truly have to believe in yourself in order to be an entrepreneur. Sometimes that means maxing out your credit cards when you have no other option because you believe in yourself enough to know you will one day get all the money back! You don't want to miss this one!



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On this episode we sit down with Omi Hopper, celebrity chef, influencer, and contestant on season 2 of Next Level Chef. Omi reminds us the importance of authenticity as she shares her career journey and how she started her Cooking Con Omi platform. She is a proud Puerto Rican and brings that energy everywhere she goes. Omi is easy to talk to, and a lot of fun. This is one that will def feed your spirit.

On this episode we sit down with the founder of the Be You Stay True Basketball Camp, and the Director of the Center for Leadership at the College of Mount Saint Vincent; Andrew Curiel. Andrew talks about the importance of staying true to yourself in a world that is constantly trying to change you. As he shares his story growing up in the Bronx you can't help but root for him. Andrew is an entrepreneur in the truest sense of the word, he started the Be You Stay True Basketball Camp while still a student at Mount Saint Vincent College. He is thoughtful, compassionate and has really dope energy. This is a really fun one!

On this episode we sit down with Haydil Henriquez the first ever Bronx Poet Laureate. Haydil is a poet, author, scholar and activist.  Haydil talks about her journey in the Bronx, her love of spoken word, her poetry inspirations,  and the power and beauty in language. She is dynamic, thoughtful, and gives us much to think about. This is one you don't want to miss!

On this episode we sit down with the Ramirez Brothers, the founders of From The Bronx, Taste of the Bronx, Mainland Media, and The Bronx Beer Hall! These guys are the definition of building from the ground up. Whether it is through creating a multimedia brand, capturing dope photos that highlight the beauty of The Bronx, or serving your favorite beers, these are three inspiring brother who have had a big impact on The Bronx, so get your pens and pads for this one.