The Chec Box

In this episode, we delve into what effects we think social media has had on people ranging from all generations using them on a daily basis. As well as expressing our opinions on influencers and how some of us think we are when in reality - we aren't !*FOLLOW US ON OUR PLATFORMS*Instagram, YouTube, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts - @thechecbox

In our third come back episode, lol, The Chec Box speaks on our personal experiences about self image and what it is to us as well as what it takes to build one. Some people tend to not realize how important it is to genuinely believe in yourself and see yourself through a different lense than that of others. Tune in and leave us some feedback on any of our platforms ! Find us anywhere @TheChecBox !

At what point do you consider someone a “friend”? Is it the length of time or quality of time? What then makes a friend a “best” friend? Ask 10 different people you'll probably get 10 different answers. In this episode we examine what it means to have friends and why it's important (or not so important) to have labels in relationships. From acquaintances to Instagram Close Friends, we touch on it all in this week. How many “best friends” do you have? None? A ton? Let us know in the comments below

Psychologist Gabor Mate once said: "In the real world there is no nature vs nurture argument, only an infinitely complex...interaction between genetic and environmental effects." In this episode we go deep on the nuances of how a person's personality and character traits are formed during their formative years. We talk about the effects of family life, schooling, and what is considered a "good upbringing". We cover a lot this episode, so don't miss out!

What are you willing to risk to accomplish your goals ? "Betting On Yourself" is something we see and hear a lot about these days but what does it really mean? Hard work, long days, even longer nights; but these are just some of what's required to make something of yourself. Join us as we go deep into what it means to go your own way and achieve your goals and dreams.

After our two year hiatus, we are back with some minor changes ! Two voices (Chec & Ken) and shorter episodes will be the new dynamic of what we know as The Chec Box but the conversations stay the same ! In this come back episode, we speak on generational change. What does it take ? What changes have we been making ? Shoot...what IS generational change ? Join us on this deep topic as we venture through changes we've been through and examples of what could have been. Don't forget to follow us on ALL PLATFORMS @TheChecBox !

In this week's episode, we talk about hitting rock bottom with a college friend of ours, Tim Hoxha (@ayotrimm), who takes us through his struggle of 2018 and what it had in store for him compared to what he had in store for himself. Don't forget to follow us on ALL platforms which includes Twitter, Instagram, SoundCloud and Spotify, as well as subscribing to us on YouTube @TheChecBox. Turn on your post notifications so that way you know when you when we post new content ! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join our conversation this week as we cover some of the trending topics currently populating your social media feeds on our first episode of Social Media Highlights. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Chec Box is joined by Amber Almodovar (@amb.arie) on this episode, a familiar face from Episode 2 in Season 1 where we spoke on Relationships! She's back again to give us some quick insight into the fashion world and to also give us some "Do's & Don'ts" of her own while dating in today's day & age. We touch points like 'sliding in the DMs', 'kiss/sex on the first date', and much more! Be sure to follow us on ALL platforms, that includes IG, Twitter, SoundCloud, Apple Podcast & Google Play as well as subscribing to us on YouTube @TheChecBox ! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Chec Box is BACK and better than ever in their Season 2 Premiere! Join Chec, Alek, HP & Kenneth in their conversation on insecurities from the male point of view. Insights such as being too overweight or maybe too skinny, a girl being out of your league and are these insecurities really even a bad thing? Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, Twitter, SoundCloud, and Spotify, as well as subscribing to us on YouTube @TheChecBox. Turn on post notifications so you can know when we post new content!! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Here we have the pleasure of having professional Call of Duty player and analyst, Jeremy "StuDyy" Astacio. He walks us through his amazing story, from having won thousands in gaming to climbing through A/C vents on second floor windows! This episode answers tons of questions for our viewers out there on what it is like to be a professional gamer and gives a great insight into the life of gaming. Don't forget to subscribe to us on YouTube and of course give us a follow on Instagram, Twitter and SoundCloud and listen to every episode on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Google Play. Episode 15's Playlist: Thundercat - Them Changes J Cole - High For Hours Wiz Khalifa - You Don't Have To Hide The Neighborhood & Nipsey Hussle - Living The Dream *WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THESE SONGS* See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Here we have the pleasure of having professional Call of Duty player and analyst, Jeremy "StuDyy" Astacio. He walks us through his amazing story, from having won thousands in gaming to climbing through A/C vents on second floor windows! This episode answers tons of questions for our viewers out there on what it is like to be a professional gamer and gives a great insight into the life of gaming. Don't forget to subscribe to us on YouTube and of course give us a follow on Instagram, Twitter and SoundCloud and listen to every episode on Apple Podcast, Spotify and Google Play. Episode 15's Playlist: Thundercat - Them Changes J Cole - High For Hours Wiz Khalifa - You Don't Have To Hide The Neighborhood & Nipsey Hussle - Living The Dream *WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THESE SONGS* See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode of The Chec Box we are joined by a very familiar voice/face and that is Melissa from Episode 7: A Conversation on Polygamy. This time she is here speaking about her trip to Asia for her massage therapist career and of course what has the action of touch done for her since she had began her career in what she calls, body work. This is yet another fantastic conversation filled with tons of intriguing topics that will keep you hooked. Remember to subscribe to us on YouTube and Apple Podcast and follow us on Instagram, Spotify, Google Play and SoundCloud ALL @TheChecBox. Episode 14's Playlist: *WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THESE SONGS* Kafé - Confiar Jealous - Fireboy DML Concê - Calcanhar Chon - Feel This Way See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this week's episode we are joined by makeup enthusiast Vanessa Calle, better known on YouTube as 'NessaCXBeauty' ! We open up with a brief introduction of our special guest then transition into a conversation on the very anticipated, third episode of HBO's FINAL SEASON of Game of Thrones. The second segment consists of our main topic of the night which is The Work Place. We ask the table what were their first jobs and the conversation just picks up from there. Be sure to stay tuned for the END OF THE EPISODE where we tell you guys about OUR FIRST EVER GIVEAWAY in a our very first collaboration. Be sure to follow and subscribe to us on ALL PLATFORMS which includes YouTube, SoundCloud, Apple Podcasts, Google Play and Spotify @TheChecBox AND OF COURSE Subscribe to our guest, NessaCXBeauty (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8Bt5G-rX4he2Loqg2EgKJA (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8Bt...)) AND us on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCADewKJGbBD4IULzVjJrz6w (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCADewKJGbBD4IULzVjJrz6w)) EPISODE 13'S PLAYLIST *I DO NOT OWN ANY RIGHTS TO THESE SONGS. THE OWNER'S DO* Killswitch Engage - My Curse Ariana Grande - 7 Rings Tame Impala - Patience Chiodos - No Hardcore Dancing In The Livingroom See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode, we respond and speak on some of the results we received from our polls that we ran on our Instagram page (@TheChecBox) about gun violence and some of its influences. We then segue into the late Nipsey Hu$$le who passed due to gun violence. After, we wrap up the episode speaking about the premiere episode of HBO's Game of Thrones and give our take on what we think will happen in the final season! Don't forget to subscribe and follow on all of our platforms (Apple Podcast, YouTube, SoundCloud, Spotify and GooglePlay) Episode 12's Playlist Victory Lap - Nipsey Hussle Double Up - Nipsey Hussle Hustle & Motivate - Nipsey Hussle Blue Laces 2 - Nipsey Hussle *WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THESE SONGS* See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this week's episode, we dive into the theme of tragedy that has been surrounding us for not only this past month, but our lifetime Two aircrafts have fallen from the sky due to complications in their new software and lack of pilot training in the past 7 months, innocent Muslims were slaughtered in their sacred place of worship and we read you guys some statistics on mass shooters. Do you believe that social media, movies and video games have an impact on mass shootings? Why or why not? Episode 11's Playlist: The Blaze - Territory Nas - I Gave You Power Foster The People - Pumped Up Kicks Kanye West & Jay-Z - Murder To Excellence *I DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THESE SONGS* See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join us as we look within to identify the toxic aspects of manhood and ask ourselves what it is to be a man. Episode 10's Playlist: Fiscal Cliff - Hold On Red Rat - Oh No! Roog & Dennis Quinn - 2A Durty Fresh - Cocaine Cowboy *WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THESE SONGS* See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In our ninth episode, we are joined by NYC based, published model Dee Whitt. Through this episode, he walks us through his journey on being overweight during his high school years and being body shamed which propelled him to begin to lose weight at a rapid speed through his 20s, eventually leading up to where he's at today in his life; a model. Lots of relevant points are touched on during this episode in what we hope would help anyone out there going through similar issues as Dee. Be sure to follow us SoundCloud and Instagram @TheChecBox and Subscribe to us on YouTube @TheChecBox. *I DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THESE SONGS* Cam'ron ft. Kanye West - Down and Out Biggie Smalls - Dead Wrong Instrumental Ghostface Killah - Shakey Dog Red Hot Chili Peppers - Soul To Squeeze See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In our eighth episode, the core four are back together to discuss some trending topics that revolve around big sport stories, the 61st Grammy's award show and drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman Lorea and his recent indictment for all 10 counts he was proven guilty for. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In our seventh episode we are joined by Melissa (IG: @intuitive.vibez), in a deep conversation about her polyamorous lifesyle. She explains how she was introduced to it, what its like and some of the struggles she has went through that has led up to this point in her relationship. How can one love two people? Is happiness only found in monogamous relationship? Find out on this episode! Episode 7's Playlist: Teo - Through My Hair Project Pat - Life We Live Umi - Populous Evelyn King - Im In Love *I DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THESE SONGS* See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join us in our 6th episode as we dive into our religious beliefs and speak with our special guest, Ben Sylla, who is a West African Muslim living in NYC. We break down on what we each believe in, how we were introduced to it, what effect does it have on us today and how does that affect our everday decisions. Ben also takes us through his lifestyle and how he was brought up with the Islamic faith and explains to us some useful information about the religion and what it means to him! Episode 6's Playlist: Africa - Toto So Mi So - Wande Coal Physical Attraction - Shakatak Livin' On A Prayer - Bon Jovi Take On Me - a-Ha *I DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO ANY OF THESE SONGS* See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In our fifth episode we are joined by a good friend of ours, Jeremy Cruz, who speaks with us about the Millennial generation and the stigma that comes with it. We refer to a Buzzfeed article, which the episode is essentially based around. Although much was agreed upon, there were just as many disagreements. Join us in this conversation as we dissect our thoughts on these stigmas and why... Buzzfeed Article: https://www.youtube.com/redirect?v=uSnas7l-e-E&event=video_description&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.buzzfeednews.com%2Farticle%2Fannehelenpetersen%2Fmillennials-burnout-generation-debt-work&redir_token=Sr9A-0cd2wph7ZhkZMJ8GoxvOSd8MTU1Mzc5NjA3OUAxNTUzNzA5Njc5 (https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/...) [EPISODE 05 PLAYLIST] Sabrina Claudio - Wait Toro y Moi - Who I AM Electric Guest - Oh Devil Johnny Drama - Makin' It *I DO NOT OWN ANY RIGHTS TO THESE SONGS* See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In episode four, we speak on the different aspects of parenting and how it has made us who we are today. We touch on who our parents are, what their life was like and of course how their upbringing affected ours. We also exploit our differences on 'Gender X' and the genetically modified twins that were recently born in China this past November. What were your parents like while you were growing up? Do you think you will raise your children the same way you were raised? Do you believe in the 'X' gender? *I DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO ANY OF THESE SONGS* Music by: Toro y Moi - Freelance Dunn Street - Even a Fool Herbie Hancock - Bubbles Raekwon - Incarcerated Scarfaces See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In our third episode, HP finishes off his remarks about his belief of astrology and our special guest, professional dancer Dora, joins us in a conversation about college life. Is college for everyone? What was your most impactful course? Was the degree worth it? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In our second episode, we give a brief overview of 2018 and speak about what were working toward/implementing in 2019. The conversation then transitions into a quick critique of the Netflix original, Birdbox which leads into the main topic of relationships. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In our DEBUT episode, we begin by exploring the recent trend of tracking ancestry through DNA sampling, provided by companies such as '23andMe' and 'Ancestry.com' (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wnfvK6A8a6w&t=325s (5:25)). We address the pros, cons and future implications of participating in this trend. We then move our discussion to the Seven Laws of Attraction (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wnfvK6A8a6w&t=1560s (26:00)), analyzing each one with our own personal interpretation. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.