Cognac Corner is the genesis of Big Buddha Productions. Marcus Boston takes you on a weekly journey through the ups and downs of relationships, love, and human connections. Cognac Corner is your destination for those conversations that often leave you with your eyebrows raised. It is here that you c…
On this special and very important episode, Marcus speaks with Michael Brown the lone survivor of a deadly car crash that killed Kaitlyn Anderson, her unborn son and another MoDot worker James Brooks. Mike shares his complete story on how the accident happened, how is recovery is coming along and how MODOT is not handling his situation with his best interest in mind. Mike continues to tell his story and works with KaitsloveforJaxx.org which was created to honor everything special about Kaitlyn and Jaxx. Their Mission:To provide pregnancy medical alert bracelets to any expectantTo partner with those who are grieving by providing comfort, prayer, and a “You are Not Alone” love sack.To provide Free Grief Coaching to those in needTo celebrate with families who have welcomed rainbow babies through our “For this Child we have Prayed” sack.To partner in prayerAll Donations and Support is appreciated : KaitsloveforJaxx.orgListen & Join the Always Forward Mafia https://linktr.ee/Afmedia
On this week episode Marcus and Queenie are finally back together. Queenie and Marcus catches up after weeks aparts and waste no time getting to the tea. Queenie drops gems and creates the title of this show (6:30). Marcus shares his new name (8:00). Marcus is new to the kitchen and shares how his first meal turned out (9:08). Marcus gives thanks to all the connossurires who bought tickets to the Purple Gala (10:17).Queenie talks about how the new boo brings peace to her life ( 12:15). Marcus gives street legend and podcast giant Dr. Ross her flowers about her new additions (15:40). Because one black woman is never enough, we added Queenie bestie to the show Nia and she does not disappoint (28:30). Another refreshing episode with your faves...Drink up and enjoy!!!
For this Live Show we took the AFM party to The Social House Bar & Grill in Soulard for Halloween. Captain RJ of the Black of All Trades Podcast and Marcus Boston are the host of this Halloween live podcast. RJ catches us up on his new business Painting Dunn Right. Chef B.A.E. joins the show and talks about his catering events coming up. RJ brings up Robyn of Tasteful Temptations to get to know her editable menu and other treats that she makes plus other things. We close the show out with a very competitive halloween costume contest and shirt give away. Happy Halloween!!!Listen & Join the Always Forward Mafia https://linktr.ee/Afmedia
Welcome to the Coochie Crew where we talk about all things motivated by the coochie. New to the crew this week is Chelsea and C- Los. The focus of this show is black semen being the new black gold. Los opens up with a fire question for Marcus (3:56). Marcus speaks on how he is adjusting to the language of women (5:14). Marcus finally presents the show subject and the crew dives in (11:19). Los shares his views on selling black semen ( 17:58). Marcus gives women a very important PSA (23:10). Very fun voyage and there is a part 2....Stay Tuned!!
This is a very special episode!! Marcus talks to Tabatha and Theresa of The Kait's Love For Jaxx Foundations about their upcoming Purple Gala on Friday December 16th at Andrea South Banquet hall. Marcus shares that AFM will be doing a live podcast and a Date auction as well. Tabatha tells Marcus all about Kait and where the money raised goes towards. We're less than a month away from the Purple Gala. The amount of love and support being shown for the Kait's Love For Jaxx Foundation is incredible. We still have 3 tables that need to be filled, with 8 seats per table. Tickets are $50 per seat. This event will benefit an amazing effort, one that has hit close to home with AFM. Let's show up and show out by* selling out* and making this Purple Gala the event everyone is talking about as 2022 comes to a close. Remember, the party takes place on Friday, December 16. Come join us and support an amazing cause at the event of the year. Trust me when I say that this GALA is going to be epic!
Back again at the New Town Throw Down with Mark Bland from the The show with special co host Queenie of The Cognac Corner Podcast. Mark opens up with praise for the game of Cornhole and Queenie shares her podcast journey plus her experiences with Cornhole.
On this week episode Marcus is joined by Comedian Marvin Davis. Marvin shares with us how being a comedian and dating works with and against him. Marvin opens up on what type of woman best fits his lifestyle and his up coming shows. Marcus speaks on his growth as a man and finding his person. Marvin also works at the first black own Chinese food restaurant in St Louis. Very fun episode between two black men.
Marcus is week special co host is Sabrina. Sabrina shares her dick appointment failures and goes man shopping at this weeks Soulardian Blind Draw in Soulard. We are eventully joined by ben of Daddin & Baggin and he shares his up coming events with the team. Sabrina is definitely the star of this show....Let those bags fly!!
Welcome to the Coochie Crew where we talk about all things motivated by the coochie. On this maiden voyage we have two beautiful crew members Sabrina and OMG Porsche on the show. Porsche shares on how the money has to be right to even gain her time and Sabrina talks about the lack of good dick in her life. This first voyage is amazing and very insightful into how woman are approaching love life. All Aboard!!
Back again at the New Town Throw Down with Mark Bland from the The show with special co host John Osiek. Mark opens up with praise for the game of Cornhole and all the other headlines of the day.
On this week episode Marcus is joined by DeJuan Jones and Deandra Jackson. Marcus opens up the show with the week that was then leads into put it on my tab. Dj is a barber from Jack Of All Fades on 8003 St. Charles Rock Rd 63114. Marcus announces the Halloween Live Show at Social House in Soulard at 1551 S. 7th Street 63104. During Cognac Thoughts DJ opens up about why women don't care about a mans emotional needs (6:20). Deandra drop gems of her own during Cognac Thoughts that leaves Marcus speechless. Very enlightening episode....Drink Up and Enjoy!!
On this week episode Marcus is joined by Tony " Scooter" Parker. Scooter shares how he is finally at the point to do what is best for him (5:38). Scooter tells how he has learned to move in his own lane and not be defined by others. Scooter and Marcus share a great conversation between black men that don't happen often enough. Drink up and enjoy!!
On this week episode Marcus is joined by Ji Elise & Chef B.A.E. Marcus opens up the show with praise for apple and it allows us to do because of the ease of sharing Wi-Fi passwords with Ji (3:30). Ji gives a testimony about gun safety and how happy she is to be alive (4:20). Ji makes note of Marcus having a new boo (11:00). Ji and Chef lets the connoisseurs know where they can be found on the internet and place of leisure. Marcus takes our family into deep conversations with Cognac Thoughts (20:22). The Off 55 family delivers great vibes and conversation as always...Drink Up and Enjoy!!
On this week episode Marcus and Queenie chop it up with K Mo. The show opens up about gas prices and Marcus trip to Nashville. K Mo opens up about her path as single mother and shows off her singing skills as well. During Straight shots no chasers, K mo shares about how she like to get results (30:42).
On this episode, We do some role reversal. Marcus is being interviewed by Jhoni and she gets some interesting answers. Jhoni opens up the interrogation asking has Marcus ever been in love and that answer gets outrageous. Jhoni does her best to dig into Marcus way of thinking and approach..If you wanted to learn the way of thinking of the M.O.B....Here you go!!
On this week episode Marcus is joined by Pancho Rucker. Pancho is the owner of bumble bars, best selling author, non profit founder and proud father. Marcus opens up the show with appreciation of Ciroc Brandy and Pancho first taste of it (3:00). Marcus shares his thoughts on p-valley and Pancho gives his thoughts on Lena Waithe being a pain merchant with her shows (12:39). Marcus opens up about how maybe we as human have out grown our design (15:50). Pancho and Marcus gets into big Marvel talk and the value of Kevin Feige to the MCU (21:47). Once we get to "Put It On My Tab" segment, Pancho tell where to find his Childs book and where to get Bumble bars. Very fun and deep conversion with a very special human....Drink up and enjoy...www.beebeebooks.comwww. Bumblebees.com
On this week episode Marcus and Queenie chop it up with C-Los C-Loveourselves. C Los shares about how he manages his three baby mothers and dating over all. Queenie updates the show on her life with her new boo and all that comes with it. Marcus gets to know C-Los with some "Straight Shots No Chaser" Questions then opens the floor to discuss the shows topic. Very fun show....Drink up and enjoy!!
On this week episode Marcus is joined by plus size model and influencer Jhoni LeMauryae. Jhoni shares on how she is chasing her goals and dreams while being a single mother. Marcus shares on why he is Mr. FTK. Marcus moves into Cognac Thoughts and Jhoni gives so thought insights to some of the questions. The show gets a pleasant surprise from her son which is in the studio and was such a treat. Very fun and insightful conversation. Drink up and enjoy....
Coochie Crew celebrates our favorite chefs birthday season with an amazing lobster stir fry at off 55 bar and grill. Chef B.A.E. shares his best and worst birthday gifts over the years plus and Marcus just drools as chef works his magic.
On this week episode Marcus is joined by special guest co host Deonne Moore and new connoisseur Ricardo Feetby Swait. Ricardo is a new artist and has a talent for customizing shoes. Deonne talks about her upcoming art shows and what's been goin on in her life. Ricardo shares his favorite and forgettable shoes coming up. Very fun show with two amazing artist....Pour up!!
Welcome to the second part of the first episode of Daddin & Baggin After Dark episodes with Daddin & Baggin Cornhole Company and AFM. On the first episode Marcus checks out the action bags at the Soulard Preservation Hall at 1921 9th each and every Monday then speaks with the owners of Daddin & Baggin, Joe Mayer, Kory Zimmerman & Ben Gil. Kaitlyn joins the show with Ben Gil to talk more bags action plus we learn more about Kaitlyn path in Cornhole....Welcome home!!
On this week episode Marcus is joined by new connoisseurs the hosts of Call Of Duty: Black Dads Podcast Ell And T. Marcus opens up the show asking about the kids of these amazing black fathers which turns out that T has a 15 year old son in the house. Ell shares about his child recent birthday then we get into why they created their podcast, As we share our dating histories, we jump into cognac thoughts to understand our new connoisseurs better...Very fun episode and COD:BD will be back....Drink Up and Enjoy!!!
Welcome to the first of episode of Daddin & Baggin After Dark episodes with Daddin & Baggin #cornholebags Company and AFM. On the first episode Marcus checks out the action #bags at the Soulard Preservation Hall at 1921 9th each and every Monday then speaks with the owners of Daddin & Baggin, Joe Mayer, Kory Zimmerman & Ben Gil. During the opening live action Marcus talks with Joe about how long he's been into cornhole, his role in the company and how the action is looking tonight. As Joe leaves to join the competition, Kory joins Marcus and they discuss how important Kory wife is to running his life and keeping him alive. Last but not least Ben Gil joins the show and shares his path to being a company owner and a bags thrower during the conversation we get live action updates from Cecil of AFM because he is the organizer of Monday Night Blind Draw at 1921 9th street inside the Soulard Preservation Hall. Very fun and educational...Stay tuned for part 2.
On this week episode Marcus and Queenie chop it up with the black business owner Chef Green of Mi Premier Amor. Chef Green becomes a connoisseur to talk about the value of #cannibus and love. Marcus opens up the show talking about work and Chef Green shares being self employeed with not having to clock in for the last six years. Chef gives a question to the table...Could you date a adult dancer and Marcus gives a interesting answer. During Cognac Thoughts Chef Green drops countless gems. Amazing episode. Drink up and enjoy...Marcus is on the side asking questions and learning about fatherhood.
AFM celebrated our fathers and black freedom with a fathers day brunch live podcast at BooCoo in Soulard. RJ and John O. share their stories about their dads and growing up. Marcus is on the side asking questions and learning about fatherhood.
AFM celebrated our fathers and black freedom with a fathers day brunch live podcast at BooCoo in Soulard. Marcus and John host the tournament of pop culture with the topic being the best TV dad. You will be surprised on the winner..
On this week episode Marcus and Queenie chop it up with the black business owner of JC Supplies 4 beauty and eye lash installation professional Tanisha Dena. on this episode we talk about her junetheenth event and how business is going. Once we get into cognac thoughts then we get some heat in the room. Young Queenie shares her thought of the value of women over the age of 30 and Marcus just pours the fuel on her comments. Tanisha shares her feelings of value and the strength of her options as she reps for the 30+ class. Drive up and enjoy!!
On this week episode Marcus is joined by guest co-host S Dot Giles and they take the show poolside. Marcus and Sdot talks about the heat and the high ass gas prices. Marcus and guest show producer Dave go back and forth about nothing but you can decide. This episode is short but sweet because it was hot that day....Thank you!! Poolside Papi!!
On this week episode Marcus is joined by special co host Alex jay and new connoisseur Mi Chelle. The show topic is the healing process after a break up. Both ladies give great advice and perspectives on how to heal and move on. Alex shares about her new play that is on the way and the movie you can find on amazon. Mi Chelle gives her gems on how she healed and where she wants to go on her journey. Very fun and packed with helpful advice. Drink up and enjoy the show...
On this week episode Marcus is joined by Sherita Thompson of Thompson's Event Space. M.O.B. opens up the show with a touch on current events and Rita give R.I.Ps to lost one to gun violence. Sherita shares with us a prayer her great grandmother gave her that makes so much more sense now than ever ( 7:48). Rita and Marcus share their love of Off 55 Bar & Grill (11:00). Marcus learns that he is in the audience of a fellow Capricorn (12:01). Rita opens up and share her entrepreneurial journey to where she is now (13:30). Rita talks about how her mom and grandma tricked her into running her first own business (20:00). Once we get all the ups and downs of Rita's entrepreneurial journey, we get into some Cognac Thoughts and the answers are amazing. Very powerful episode....Drink UP!!!!
We say thank you to all the connoisseurs from over the years that have help up reach 100 episodes and this episode is to celebrate YOU!! Marcus and Queenie talk about the road to 100 at booboo Soulard with a live audience. On to the next 100!! THANK YOU!!!
On this episode RJ Dunn, Marcus And John of AFM tackle season 16 hot sauces from First We Feast Presents Hot ones TV show. S Dot Giles cooked the boys some amazing chicken wings for their Hot Ones Challenge. Marcus was the only one to make through all ten. Guys go through all the moments of pain and pleasure of this challenge. Enjoy our pain!!!
Mark Bland of The Q now podcast with help from Marcus O. Boston of Cognac Corner and the Soulardians Podcast, starts off this 100th episode of Cognac Corner with his tournament of pop culture. The topic to this special live show is Denzel Washington movies. Very topic and things get interesting.Grab a big cup and savor this episode.....If you want to help build the connoisseur community email me at Cognaccorner@gmail.com
Marlo drops a diamond mine full of jewels on how to not block your blessings, knowing when you are in the winner circle and the wisdom of when you accept a lost then you can stop losing. Grab a big cup and savor this episode.....If you want to help build the connoisseur community email me at Cognaccorner@gmail.com
On this week episode Marcus is joined by Marklyn T. Johnson to talk about his new book "Facebook Conversations:The Good, The funny, The Ugly". Marklyn shares on his perspective towards life and is craft. Link to Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09V573R48/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_GKBYFQW730R31Y1ZB0CJ?fbclid=IwAR1wGaknhISVoH3rdU2b0inOhvhBO24fdyQJfikQtGEdlLhrc-nJGRr7w20
Mark Bland of The Q now podcast with help from Marcus O. Boston of Cognac Corner and the Soulardians Podcast, starts off this live podcast with his tournament of pop culture. The subject for this tournament is weed movies. .....This episode will make you remember the good weed movies...Enjoy
On this week episode Marcus is joined by Jessireé Jenkins. Jessireé opens up about being newly single and how much pee is really in the dating pool. Marcus and Ms. Jenkins covers alot of topics and ground...Drink up and enjoy...
During The Rare Air Art Show Marcus takes time to speak with some of the creators and Tyrell Bronner joins the show to talk about his beard oil plus his amazing art. IG: @_rellorganicsIG: @_artbyrell
During The Rare Air Art Show Marcus takes time to speak with some of the creators and first up is Terrell Villars. Terrell shares with us his journey and where to find his art.IG: @terrell_villarsFB: Terrell Villars
On this week episode Marcus is joined by guest co-host S Dot Giles and returning connoisseur Svn Phoenix. Svn is on the show to talk about his Rare Air Art Show and how its making a come back with more artist plus new location. S dot shares with us her upcoming events plus hold Marcus down as he falls apart as usual. Drink up and enjoy .
On this week episode M.O.B. and Queenie chop it up with the beautiful, talented and hard working Deonne Moore. Deonne joins the show to talk about her up coming Urban Art Expo which AFM will be at on march 26th at the Omega Center 3900 Goodfellow blvd 63120. Deonne talks about all the work it takes to put on a art show and the challenges that come with a focus on lifting up the community in the best way. After the business is handled, we get into the lows of how men aren't able to handle business without trying to get something extra on the side. Deonne let us behind curtain and it was a pleasure.
Our lead off man Mark Bland of The Q now podcast with help from Marcus O. Boston of Cognac Corner and the Soulardians Podcast, starts off this live podcast with his tournament of pop culture. The subject for this tournament is non traditional superhero movies. .....This episode will make you remember the good cop movies...Enjoy
On this week episode Marcus is joined by guest co-host Jay Towns of Off 55 Bar & Grill and new connoisseur Chef B.A.E. M.O.B. opens up the show with wanting to hear the tasty bae rolls that were cooked by Chef B.A.E. (3:09). Next we hear about T.W.T.W.( The Week That Was) starting with Jay (5:07). Chef B.A.E. breaks down what his name means (10:46). As Marcus takes a shot of rumplemintz, Chef gives some back story on the drink (12:10).
On this week episode Marcus and Queenie chop it up with comedian Kym Dobbs about her career in comedy plus some heavy cognac thoughts. Queenie, Marcus and Kym opens conversation about why would a good woman cheat? As the room settles queenie and Kym share on what places a man in the friends zone. Kym also shares deeply about her comedic inspirations and her road back to full time comedy….Drink up & enjoy!!
On this week episode Marcus is joined by the co-founders of the start up company HomePlan, Bash and Alex. Bash and Alex shares with Marcus what is HomePlan (2:10). Bash explains how the design of the website is built for easy use by the user and how his previous experiences plays into the web design ( 11:35). Alex speaks about his background and his family roots in the real estate industry (15:05). Bash walks Marcus down the path of goals for HomePlan in 2022 (19:19). This amazing episode is closed out with Bash and Alex a conversation about the work culture they are creating at HomePlan ( 21:04). Very inspiring episode about entrepreneurship and home ownership....Enjoy!!!
On this week episode Marcus and Queenie chop it up with the smart and gorgeous Thickky Lu (Sabrina Jack). We celebrate Marcus birthday on 12/23 and Sabrina is also a December Capricorn as well. This episode was a complete blessing. Thank you all!!
On this week episode Marcus is joined by Antwan Thomas Jr of 1203 visuals & host of Straight like that podcast. Marcus opens up with his favorite game "Straight Shots No Chasers" and it gets into zodiac talk (5:10). Marcus admits to the value of youtube and Antwan adds in (24:16).Antwan takes the stage and shares what he has goin on plus where to find him ( 45:00). Antwan closes out the show with a conversation shouting out Deion Sanders for his work at Jackson State and Marcus shares about the missed out community by not goin to a HBCU (51:52).
On this episode we talk about submission, social media and how it effects relationships and a whole lotta other ish. Follow us on social media @youngmarriedandlitpodcast @hizxhrzapparel @aceboogie2c @pushbyayla
On this episode we talk about relationships, the steps to commitment, the importance of having good credit and financial literacy plus a whole lotta other s**t!! Special thanks to our sis Vi Broadinax for sliding through make sure to follow her on IG @vislifechoices holisticfamilycircle.comwww.hizxhrzapparel.com CLICK THE LINK TO STAY TUNED https://linktr.ee/YoungMarriedandlitpodcast
Ace and Amber shares on what it's like to be in a healthy relationship and what it's like being an entrepreneur, Shani Bombs stops by to give advice and talk about her endeavors.
This weeks guest is Mo. Mo shares the difficulties of a long distance relationship, choosing your passion over a temporary check and being your true self. Marcus tells too much again and does a deep dive into the waters of 90s R&B. Drink up....If you want to help build the connoisseur community email me at Cognaccorner@gmail.comMarcus Boston Twitter & Instagram:@mboston314Go follow Cognac Corner on IG & Twitter@Cognaccorner