The R.A.N.T. Podcast

Uncharted waters are rife with potential. In the case of business, grappling with the unknown is lucrative; the capacity for success, in some cases, is unfathomable. In this episode of R.A.N.T., we discuss one aspect of business that is forgotten, neglected, and often not considered at all: spirituality. Some question its relevance to business while others consider it a cornerstone of their success. Join the R.A.N.T. crew and returning special guest (from Episode 15), Miss Felicia Leatherwood, as they discuss spirituality's role in business.

"Take care of your body. It's the only place you have to live." Is physical health relevant to entrepreneurship? In this episode, we discuss the relationship between your body and your aspirations. Your future is determined by the choices you make today. So remember, "if you think lifting is dangerous, try being weak."   First Quote - Jim Rohn Second Quote - Bret Contreras

What is the most profitable trait; is it ambition, attractiveness, intelligence, wealth? Darrin Patrick once said that discipline is rarely enjoyable but almost always profitable. In this episode of the R.A.N.T. Podcast, we explore the one place where talent meets its match: discipline.  

With almost 30 years of experience, Felicia Leatherwood is the world's leading celebrity stylist and inspirational beauty speaker in regard to natural hair. Felicia gives us her RAW perspective on identifying your passion, chasing your dreams, and managing a thriving brand.With a social reach of over 250,000, she conducts hair care workshops for audiences around the globe under the brand and slogan "Loving Your Hair with Natural Care". Felicia's solutions and work have garnered her the title of "Hair Whisperer," as she is known for miraculously restoring health, beauty, and vitality to her clients' hair. . Join us as we take a walk on the natural side with this influential trailblazer.   If you want to know more about Felicia Leatherwood, follow her on IG @lovingyourhair or visit her website at felicialeatherwood.com   Find Felicia's hair care products at brushwiththebest.com   ...and remember, she's googleable!

In this Episode, we discuss why forgiveness is an important component of successful entrepreneurship. It's not always about forgiving others. Sometimes forgiving yourself can be the biggest obstacle. When mistakes are made, how do you prepare yourself to move forward? Find out with us as we return to our bread and butter... the short episode.  

In our third installment of Women in Entrepreneurship we follow the exploits of a true serial entrepreneur. Join us as we grapple with the ups and downs of pursuing multiple business ventures at once. We introduce our very special guest, Chanitta Westbrooks. Imagine dealing with life altering events at an early age, earning a full Athletic scholarship, authoring a book, being an advocate, coaching young girls, and running multiple businesses... all before the age of 28. Miss Westbrooks explains in detail how she achieves this incredible balance. To follow Chanitta's journey or contact her, use the information listed below!   Instagram accounts: @chanitta77 @minds_with_motives @monte_takes_the_lead @owning_opportunity_consulting FaceBook: Monte Takes The Lead Minds With Motives LLC Owning Opportunity Consulting Websites: https://www.mindswithmotives.com/product-page/monte-takes-the-lead-1 https://www.mindswithmotives.com/book-online Emails: mindswithmotives@gmail.com cwest@owningopportunity.com

Everybody knows what the pandemic was like out here, but in today's episode we get an idea of what it was like behind bars. Could it have been worse? Were measures being taken to protect incarcerated men and women? Find out as Jono takes the R.A.N.T. crew on a journey through his experience with COVID-19 from the confines of an Ohio State Penitentiary.

In this episode of R.A.N.T. we continue on our quest to dive deeper into the perspective of women in entrepreneurship. This is the second of a few segments dedicated entirely to female entrepreneurs and their unique mindset, viewpoints, and challenges. Today we welcome a very special guest. Nia Perez is the founder of Sitting Pretty Studio LLC, which offers luxury aesthetic services In Cleveland, Ohio. Ms. Perez offers insight on the tenacity it took to build her beauty business from the ground up, teaching her kids what it takes to be a business owner, the importance of recognizing potential trends, and introducing those trends to new markets. Nia Perez joins the R.A.N.T. crew as we explore the female entrepreneurial experience and the women who thrive in this space.

This episode kicks off our first of many Entrepreneurial Tales! In this episode, Cesar gives us a first hand account of running a fledgling business in the height of a worldwide pandemic and all of the obstacles that came with that. He drops gems and wisdom as he describes the fearlessness that it takes to bet on yourself and your dreams.

In this episode of R.A.N.T. we embark on a quest to dive deeper into the perspective of women in entrepreneurship. This will be the first of a few segments dedicated entirely to female entrepreneurs and their unique mindset, viewpoints, and challenges. Today we welcome a very special guest. She runs a global digital marketing & communications consultancy company while simultaneously balancing her career as a Beauty Pageant Queen in her home country of Canada. Johanna Coutinho joins the R.A.N.T. crew as we explore the female entrepreneurial experience and the women who thrive in this space. Find Johanna on IG @Johannacoutinho , and check out Infinium Corp at www.infinium-corp.com  or email at Johanna@infinuim-corp.com  Canadian Mental Health Resources: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/mental-health-services/mental-health-get-help.html United States Mental Health Resources: https://www.cdc.gov/mentalhealth/tools-resources/individuals/index.htm  

After a small hiatus, the rant podcast is back. In this episode, Cesar and Jono share some insight into what's been going on behind the sense of the podcast and what's to come! 

In this episode of RANT we welcome home co-host Jono as he embarks on a new chapter. Freedom. He describes his emotions and thoughts on his recent release, while simultaneously sharing some "Jail Tales." Enjoy the tales and audio that wasn't recorded off a phone!!        

In this Episode we explore the concept of Grit and Grind! Why is it important?? How to keep grinding even when the cards are stacked up against you?? Well on this episode we have a special guest that we consider Mr.Grit and Mr.Grind!! We got 3 different perspectives building on each other, hopefully it informs and gives you knew found knowledge!! 

On todays episode we have a special guest coming on to give us a new insight. Our special guest is a Black woman who received her BA in biology. We take a dive into what it means to be the only black and brown around in the work place. We explore how that helps and how that dictates Job/company loyalty!! Come explore these ideas and how they are relevant for the only black and brown around!! 

A quick chat on what Adversity means and how obstacles in our lives are meant to make us better. Does our mental matter in how we handle obstacles?? Today we jus discuss how and why obstacles matter in our lives. 

When and where does budgeting start??? Does it start with money? Does it start when you're young or when you're older? Have you ever considered time as something to budget?? Well in this Podcast we shall cover some of those ideas! 

We discuss the concept of code switching and why the way you speak effects how people perceives you. How to navigate different spaces and why being able to adapt is important in search of growth and progress! 

Welcome to the R.A.N.T podcast. This is just a simple intro to what our podcast is about and why we have created a podcast! The perspective of 2 people, one in jail and the other out exploring the world, to bring you a collection of knowledge to start conversations and help you grow!