Welcome to The Curious Corner, where we dive into deep, meaningful conversations with fascinating guests through the lens of curiosity. Our episodes take you on a journey through diverse topics, including technology, entrepreneurship, and sports. Join us for insightful discussions as we unravel the stories behind our guests.
Technology has always played a vital role in our lives, but now we're witnessing change at a pace we have never seen before. From crypto and blockchain to NFTs, Web3, and AI, these technologies are ready to disrupt and transform all industries and impact everyone. Are you staying ahead of the curve?In this episode, I am joined by Gabriel Aleman, a tech enthusiast working in biz dev & partnerships for Rarible, one of the leading NFT marketplaces. I hope you enjoy the episode!Timestamps:0:00 - Intro5:01 - Why Now Is the Time to Understand Tech8:25 - Crypto for Complete Beginners9:30 - Understanding The Blockchain & Bitcoin14:29 - Crypto as A New Asset Class18:52 - Why Blockchain Is Better Than the Current System23:57 - Fighting Fakes With Blockchain28:42 - Deepfakes, AI, and the Finding the Truth30:08 - Bitcoin vs Ethereum: What's the Difference?34:10 - Why NFTs Have Real Value43:11 - Digital Collectibles Is the New Flex50:30 - Why you need to be Curious60:00 - OutroThanks for watching! Will you follow the podcast?Follow Gabriel: Twitter: https://bit.ly/4454o8IInstagram: https://bit.ly/3RZPbOKFollow us also on:Instagram: https://bit.ly/3w40nm0TikTok: https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
In life, it can be very easy to get caught up in day to day living and be constantly trying to chase the next thing. Sometimes we just need to take a step back and slow down, because there's beauty in slowing down, even if in the moment we can't see it.In this episode, I'm joined by Riley Barker, a creator, who works in social media & marketing for Death Row Games. We explore the challenges of constantly chasing the next thing, the importance of slowing down, and how being more present can lead to unexpected growth. I hope you enjoy the episode!Let us know in the comments your favourite moment.Thanks for watching! Will you drop us a follow?Timestamps:0:00 - Intro1:30 - Growing Up4:30 - Observation vs Creativity9:00 - The Car Accident15:30 - The Recovery Process17:20 - The Positives?19:40 - Working with Snoop Dogg & Champ23:35 - Learning from the best27:30 - The Importance of Habits30:22 - It's You vs You37:36 - Don't Blink40:00 - OutroFollow Riley:X: https://bit.ly/3XI7ITdInstagram: https://bit.ly/44jF8eKFollow us also on:Instagram: https://bit.ly/3w40nm0TikTok: https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
Living paycheck to paycheck is one of the worst feelings in the world. But with AI and tools like ChatGPT, taking control of your finances has never been easier — and now is the time to set yourself up for future success.In this episode, I'm joined by Mikey Caloca , a graphic designer and content creator on a mission to help people better understand their finances. Whether you're trying to get out of debt or ready to start investing, this conversation is packed with insights to help you take that first step. I hope you enjoy the episode!Let us know in the comments, what lesson did your younger self need to hear?Timestamps:0:00 - Intro2:47 - Learning Graphic Design Out of Necessity5:33 - Stepping Into Content Creation12:07 - The Biggest Misconception About Investing16:32 - Breaking the Paycheck-to-Paycheck Cycle20:26 - Why You Should Start Investing Early23:14 - Simple Steps for Beginner Investors26:26 - Balancing Saving, Investing, and Enjoying Life30:31 - Overcoming Fear and Taking Action38:06 - Adapting to a Constantly Changing World43:58 - Key Lessons for Younger Self51:20 - OutroJoin Mikey's Money Discord: https://bit.ly/4ivup4VFollow Mikey: TikTok: https://bit.ly/3R9S1QPInstagram: https://bit.ly/4i6dJ4fFollow us also on:Instagram: https://bit.ly/3w40nm0TikTok: https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
Imagine competing in Beast Games, with 2000 participants, for the chance to win $5 million, and being selected to compete for a private Island worth $1.8 million against 8 other players, and being hunted by the navy seals.In this episode, I am joined by Timothy Broaddus, aka. Contestant 672, who shares his experience of competing in Beast Games. We also discuss life as a gaming content creator and why losing and taking risks is the best thing that can happen to you. I hope you enjoy the episode! Thanks for watching! Will you follow us?Follow Tim: Twitter: https://bit.ly/41kCGBNInstagram: https://bit.ly/4kn9nXPFollow us also on:Instagram: https://bit.ly/3w40nm0TikTok: https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
Most people miss out on success because they aren't ready when opportunities come their way. In this episode, we explore why nothing great comes easy, the reality of hard work, and what it truly takes to make the most of the chances life gives you.Nick Corso shares his journey—from volunteering at VeeFriends to moving to New York City—proving that small, consistent actions can lead to big opportunities. We discuss how patience, persistence, and capitalizing on the right moments can change everything. I hope you enjoy the episode!Thanks for watching! Will you subscribe?How could you be more authentically yourself? Comment below and let us know!Follow Nick: Twitter: https://bit.ly/4gDXgTrInstagram: https://bit.ly/40ZAIGHFollow us also on:Instagram: https://bit.ly/3w40nm0TikTok: https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
Are you struggling to stay disciplined or push yourself to the next level? In this conversation, with Dalton Tice, we break down the power of the gym and how it teaches valuable lessons for life, including hard work, consistency, and resilience.I hope that by watching, this conversation will help you rethink your approach to growth. I hope you all enjoy it, make sure to let us know what you thought in the comments below!Thanks for watching! Will you follow us?Checkout the full episode here: https://bit.ly/42Nhk2hFollow Dalton:Instagram - https://bit.ly/49BKkduTwitter - https://bit.ly/49HMQ23Follow us also on:Instagram: https://bit.ly/3w40nm0TikTok: https://bit.ly/42rHpl7You can listen to the podcast on:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/49cxItcApple Podcast: https://apple.co/42n1EAJ
Making friends as a kid? Easy. But as an adult? Not so much. In this episode, we dive into why building meaningful friendships is harder than ever, how to overcome loneliness, and what it really takes to find "your people." Ezra shares his personal journey—from moving to New York and struggling to make connections to discovering the power of shared interests, vulnerability, and being intentional in friendships. Whether you feel stuck in a social rut, want to expand your circle, or just need a fresh perspective, this episode will change how you see friendships. Thanks for watching! Will you subscribe? Who is one person you haven't spoken to in a while but should? Comment below and let us know! Follow Ezra: Instagram: https://bit.ly/49f0YPO Twitter: https://bit.ly/3SHWqMq Follow us also on: Instagram: https://bit.ly/3w40nm0 TikTok: https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
In this episode of The Curious Corner, I am joined by Liam Scully, an entrepreneur who is the co-founder of Maya Spirits, a charitable organisation based in Mexico. We explore Liam's story of growing up in Mexico, building Maya Spirits, navigating the challenges of being a young entrepreneur, and discovering how to find balance and purpose. I hope you enjoy the episode! Let us know your thoughts in the comments below. Watch the episode on Youtube: https://bit.ly/4hiD5uU Learn more about Maya Spirits: https://bit.ly/42j8mK3 Follow Liam: Liam's Instagram: https://bit.ly/3PDWDOH Liam's Twitter: https://bit.ly/4hnylUD Follow us also on: Instagram - https://bit.ly/3w40nm0 TikTok - https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
Do you want to be a content creator in 2025? If the answer is yes, then make sure to listen to this first. In this conversation with Kashvi Parekh, we discuss what advice we would give to someone looking to begin their content creation journey. I hope by watching you, too, will take action and start creating content. I hope you all enjoy it, make sure to let us know what you thought in the comments below! Thanks for watching! Will you follow us? Checkout the full episode here: https://bit.ly/3IJ7F1z Follow Kashvi: X/Twitter - https://bit.ly/3x56iaI Instagram - https://bit.ly/3Tt1Ryi Follow us also on: Instagram: https://bit.ly/3w40nm0 TikTok: https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
In this episode of The Curious Corner, I am joined by Jordy Coltman, an entrepreneur and fitness enthusiast, who is one of the founders behind Nine98, a football community platform. We explore Jordy's story of resilience, from navigating a conflicted childhood to embracing failure as a stepping stone to success. Jordy shares how his fighter mentality and lessons learned from setbacks have shaped his entrepreneurial journey. I hope you enjoy the episode, make sure to let us know what you thought in the comments below! Watch the episode on YouTube - https://bit.ly/4a9J4jd Checkout Nine98: https://bit.ly/4hlcehZ Follow Jordy on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3C4nmk0 Follow us also on: Instagram - https://bit.ly/3w40nm0 TikTok - https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
Are you struggling to find your purpose? If the answer is yes, then try the THREE method. In this conversation with Ezra Fuller, we discuss what the THREE method is and how it helped us both find our purpose. I hope by watching you, too, will take action and manage to find your purpose. I hope you all enjoy it, make sure to let us know what you thought in the comments below! Thanks for watching! Will you subscribe? Checkout the full episode here: https://bit.ly/3Pe1lCe You can check out Ezra's newsletter and do the THREE method yourself, here: https://bit.ly/3ug39UF Follow Ezra: Instagram: https://bit.ly/49f0YPO Twitter: https://bit.ly/3SHWqMq Follow us also on: Instagram: https://bit.ly/3w40nm0 TikTok: https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
In this episode of The Curious Corner, I am joined by Anne Bagg, a mother, teacher and content creator, who started a side hustle so that she could spend more time with her daughter. We explore Anne's inspiring journey of balancing motherhood, entrepreneurship, and creativity, from transitioning out of teaching to building a thriving side hustle. I hope you enjoy the episode, make sure to let us know what you thought in the comments below! Watch the episode on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3DiBtmf Follow Anne: Anne's Website: https://bit.ly/3ZCNmej Anne's Instagram: https://bit.ly/3ZBtt79 Follow us also on: Instagram - https://bit.ly/3w40nm0 TikTok - https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
Kids nowadays are struggling and need the support of their parents more than ever, in this conversation with Dominick Adams, we discuss why having emotional intelligence is vital for kids in today's world. I hope by watching you too, will feel inspired to help kids. I hope you all enjoy it, make sure to let us know what you thought in the comments below! Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://bit.ly/49oKoOM You can check out The Hiped Foundation here: https://bit.ly/3P57dym Follow Dom: X/Twitter: https://bit.ly/3uUZEDg Instagram: https://bit.ly/3InlXom Follow us also on: Instagram: https://bit.ly/3w40nm0 TikTok: https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
In this episode of The Curious Corner, I am joined by Dexter Simms, an award-winning entrepreneur who is the founder of the lifestyle brand, Mula Cake and the visionary behind Black Tech Day. We talk about growing up within the street culture, lessons learnt as an entrepreneur, how to build resilience and so much more! I hope you enjoy the episode, make sure to let us know what you thought in the comments below! Watch the episode on YouTube - https://bit.ly/4eJ1Oqs Follow Dexter: Dexter's Website: https://bit.ly/3V5Rl1c Dexter's Instagram: https://bit.ly/3V7Ipsf Follow us also on: Instagram - https://bit.ly/3w40nm0 TikTok - https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
When you feel stuck in limbo, you feel like everything is going against you. Being at Rock Bottom can feel hopeless, however in this conversation with Zachary Owings, we discuss why actually being at Rock Bottom is the best place you can be. I hope by watching you too will feel inspired to make a change in your life. I hope you all enjoy it, make sure to let us know what you thought in the comments below! Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3IYsLJh Follow Zachary: X/Twitter: https://bit.ly/3IW4jIG Instagram: https://bit.ly/3PGNFQQ Follow us also on: Instagram: https://bit.ly/3w40nm0 TikTok: https://bit.ly/42rHpl7 You can listen to the podcast on: Spotify: https://spoti.fi/49cxItc Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/42n1EAJ
In this episode of The Curious Corner, I am joined by Courtney Knecht, a music lover & card collector who works as a video producer for VeeFriends. We talk about overcoming doubts to chase her passion for music, the importance of staying true to yourself, making the move to New York City and so much more! I hope you enjoy the episode, make sure to let us know what you thought in the comments below! Watch the episode on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3ApTEoS Follow Courtney: Instagram: https://bit.ly/3YxNSd1 Checkout Courtney's YouTube Channel: https://bit.ly/4hw0aLo Follow us also on: Instagram - https://bit.ly/3w40nm0 TikTok - https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
In this episode of The Curious Corner, I spoke with Michelle Urso, a life and relationship coach, who has spent the past 20+ years working as a veteran in the US Airforce. We talk about Michelle's early career working in the Air Force, her journey on how she battled relationships with others and herself, the mindset shift that led her to embrace self-love, common mistakes she sees other people making in relationships and so much more! I hope you enjoy the episode, make sure to let us know what you thought in the comments below! Watch the episode on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3UvtCHR Follow Michelle: Instagram: https://bit.ly/4eYvK2C Checkout Michelle's Podcast: https://spoti.fi/4exKOUX Follow us also on: Instagram - https://bit.ly/3w40nm0 TikTok - https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
In this episode of The Curious Corner, I am joined by Emily Faye, an independent singer-songwriter. We discuss getting started in the music industry, achieving her dream on her 30th birthday, what it takes to run a marathon, embracing the mindset of being fearless and so much more! I hope you enjoy the episode, make sure to let us know what you thought in the comments below! Watch the episode on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3ZzXo1q Checkout Emily's Music - https://spoti.fi/4eugmdU Follow Emily: Instagram: https://bit.ly/3XtLDXw X/Twitter: https://bit.ly/3XRYrZi Follow us also on: Instagram - https://bit.ly/3w40nm0 TikTok - https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
In this episode of The Curious Corner, I spoke with Timofey Debkov, a young entrepreneur & content creator. We discuss, the side hustle making him $200 per week in school, the mindset shift that changed his perspective, the truth about being a young content creator and so much more! I hope you enjoy the episode, make sure to let us know what you thought in the comments below! Watch the episode on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3TbvNPM Follow Timofey: Youtube: https://bit.ly/3MsmsPT Instagram: https://bit.ly/4cLYV7o Follow us also on: Instagram - https://bit.ly/3w40nm0 TikTok - https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
In this episode of The Curious Corner, I spoke with Sean Webster, a young entrepreneur & creator. We discuss, dropping out of college to chase your dreams, creating his own IP, The Pals Universe, the Physiological hurdles he faced growing up, the reality of being a young entrepreneur and so much more! I hope you enjoy the episode, make sure to let us know what you thought in the comments below! Watch the episode on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3YvgdlF Follow Sean: Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Yu4nbs X/Twitter: https://bit.ly/4c7rvQb Follow us also on: Instagram - https://bit.ly/3w40nm0 TikTok - https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
In the tenth episode of The Curious Corner, I spoke with Fred Houinato, who has spent the last two decades working for Amazon. We talk about Fred's career, the key ingredient that many managers/leaders are missing, training as an athlete, being diagnosed with ADHD and so much more! I hope you enjoy the episode, make sure to let us know what you thought in the comments! Watch the episode on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3WiRteS Follow Fred: X/Twitter: https://bit.ly/3y4qVEP Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Lk747T Follow us also on: Instagram - https://bit.ly/3w40nm0 TikTok - https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
In the ninth episode of The Curious Corner, I spoke with Joel Stone, who with their resilience & tenacity from an early age, is now a successful businessman. We talk about Joel's early life, starting his own business, CodeBreak, how he managed to drop resentment and so much more! I hope you enjoy the episode! Watch the episode on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3zmHKLs You can check out CodeBreak: https://bit.ly/3xxDV5NFollow Joel:Instagram: https://bit.ly/3xwsz1U X/Twitter: https://bit.ly/3VUsBtK Follow us also on: Instagram - https://bit.ly/3w40nm0TikTok - https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
In the eighth episode of The Curious Corner, I spoke with Athena Cauley-Yu, who after going through adversity at a young age is now a successful business owner. We talk about Athena's childhood, taking the leap of faith, starting her business, Meticulous Ink, how she managed to make a living from her passion and so much more! I hope you enjoy the episode! Watch the episode on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3V9keZX You can check out Meticulous Ink: https://bit.ly/4bFnvHb Follow Athena: X/Twitter: https://bit.ly/3Ry8uPJ Instagram: https://bit.ly/3yEDneq Follow us also on: Instagram - https://bit.ly/3w40nm0 TikTok - https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
In the seventh episode of The Curious Corner, I spoke with Jayden Levitt, who has transformed his life by undergoing a fitness overhaul and leaving his 9-5 job to become a full-time writer. We talk about Jayden's early career working in a job he hated, his fitness transformation journey, becoming a full-time writer and so much more! I hope you enjoy the episode! Watch the episode on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3WCGX2T You can check out Jayden's writing here: https://bit.ly/3WEqxH8 Follow Jayden: X/Twitter: https://bit.ly/4bhmC7M Instagram: https://bit.ly/3wz9ewt Follow us also on: Instagram - https://bit.ly/3w40nm0 TikTok - https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
In the sixth episode of The Curious Corner, I sat down with Alicia Marinelli, who is the Founder & CEO of Living Sport an experiential, educational company. We talk about Alicia's early career working within the NBA, NHL & cycling, starting Living Sport, her mindset when it comes to business, her content creation journey and so much more! I hope you enjoy the episode! Watch the episode on YouTube - https://bit.ly/4aJ1ua6 Check out Living Sport: https://bit.ly/49LpSXe Follow Alicia: Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Jr2QdF X/Twitter: https://bit.ly/3W64sAY Follow us also on: Instagram - https://bit.ly/3w40nm0 TikTok - https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
In the fifth episode of The Curious Corner, I spoke with Zachary Owings, who is an ex-professional baseball player turned entrepreneur & content creator, who works at VaynerX, one of the leading digital marketing agencies. We talk about the pressure of performing in sports, finding purpose & fulfilment in life, how to love yourself, pushing outside of your comfort zone and so much more! I hope you enjoy the episode! Watch the episode on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3IYsLJh Check out The Real O'Show: https://bit.ly/43EQbgh Follow Zachary: X/Twitter: https://bit.ly/3IW4jIG Instagram: https://bit.ly/3PGNFQQ Follow us also on: Instagram - https://bit.ly/3w40nm0 TikTok - https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
In the fourth episode of The Curious Corner, I sit down with Kashvi Parekh, who is a business student based in Mumbai, India and works as the community lead at World of Women. Within the episode, we discuss growing up in a society that places high expectations on education, experiencing burnout and the importance of finding balance, building a personal brand, keeping up with pop culture and so much more! I hope you enjoy the episode! Watch the episode on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3IJ7F1z Checkout Kashvi's newsletter: https://bit.ly/4cjuzKf Follow Kashvi: X/Twitter: https://bit.ly/3x56iaI Instagram: https://bit.ly/3Tt1Ryi Follow us also on: Instagram - https://bit.ly/3w40nm0 TikTok - https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
Welcome to the Curious Corner Podcast, where we unravel the stories behind our guests through the lens of curiosity. In the third episode of The Curious Corner Podcast, I sat down with Dominick Adams. Dominick is a businessman, speaker and the Founder of The Hiped Foundation, a not-for-profit organization with the core mission of supporting and educating teenagers and young adults on mental health. We discuss working in a job you hate, why The Hiped Foundation exists, mental health in today's world, raising your kids with "emotional intelligence" and so much more! I hope you enjoy the episode! Watch the episode on YouTube - https://bit.ly/3PsOhd5 Check out The Hiped Foundation here: https://bit.ly/3P57dym Follow Dom: X/Twitter: https://bit.ly/3uUZEDg Instagram: https://bit.ly/3InlXom Follow us also on: Instagram - https://bit.ly/3w40nm0 TikTok - https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
Welcome to the Curious Corner Podcast, where we unravel the stories behind our guests through the lens of curiosity. In the second episode of The Curious Corner, I speak with Dalton Tice, who is on a mission to make the world a better place. We talk about overcoming the hurdles of close relationships, staying motivated in the gym, shifting mindset around money and so much more! I hope you enjoy the episode! Watch the episode on YouTube - https://bit.ly/48XQUuN Follow Dalton: Instagram - https://bit.ly/49BKkdu Twitter - https://bit.ly/49HMQ23 Follow us also on: Instagram - https://bit.ly/3w40nm0 TikTok - https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
Welcome to the Curious Corner Podcast, where we unravel the stories behind our guests through the lens of curiosity. In this first episode, I sit down with Ezra Fuller, author of, the weekly newsletter, The Bleeding Edge and who works on the social team at VeeFriends. We discuss moving to New York City, the power of finding your WHY, overcoming the fear of judgement and so much more! I hope you enjoy the episode! You can check out Ezra's weekly newsletter and do the THREE method yourself, here: http://bit.ly/3ug39UF Watch the episode on YouTube: https://bit.ly/48XQUuN Follow Ezra: Instagram: https://bit.ly/49f0YPO Twitter: https://bit.ly/3SHWqMq Follow us also on: Instagram - https://bit.ly/3w40nm0 TikTok - https://bit.ly/42rHpl7
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