Join host Coline Witt for a soulful session with R&B sensation
October London as he elevates microwave ramen with a
surprising twist - melted mozzarella cheese! Watch this Grammy Award Winning Death
Row Records artist transform a humble dorm room staple into
his signature 'South Bend Struggles' comfort dish while sharing
his journey from corporate events to creating hits with Snoop
Dogg.

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In this powerful episode of Eating While Broke, host Coline Witt
welcomes Kerrie Harper-Howey, the powerhouse behind
California's largest Black-owned McDonald's franchise empire.
While preparing her humble "Mustard Up That Cheddar Dog"-
a nostalgic combination of hot dogs, melted cheddar, and tangy
mustard that kept her going during leaner times - Kerrie unveils
the remarkable story behind her family's 21-restaurant
McDonald's empire.
From watching her parents navigate the challenges of franchise
ownership to overcoming her father's gambling addiction, and
witnessing her mother's unwavering resilience, Kerrie shares
raw, unfiltered truths about building generational wealth in the
fast-food industry. Her journey from working the fry station to
leading a multi-million dollar franchise operation serves as a
masterclass in perseverance and business acumen.

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@wittcoline @kerriharperhowie

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Join host Coline Witt for a soul-stirring conversation with
acclaimed animator Justin Richburg, who transforms his go-to
struggle meal - Nissan Cup Noodles - into a symbol of
perseverance while sharing his remarkable path from mental
health challenges to Donald Glover collaborations.

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@wittcoline @justin_richburg

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From Video Vixen to Vocal Advocate: Melyssa Ford Serves Up
Real Talk and 'Poor Man's Sushi' | Eating While Broke
Join host Coline Witt for a raw, unfiltered conversation with
legendary media personality Melyssa Ford as she transforms
everyday pantry staples into her signature 'Poor Man's Sushi'
while dishing about her remarkable evolution from music video
icon to powerful women's health advocate.

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@wittcoline @melyssaford

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From college football dreams to Roc Nation's roster, Kalan FrFr
joins host Coline Witt to cook up his legendary "Two For Real
Snack Spectacular" - a creative fusion of ramen noodles,
ground turkey, and crushed chips that powered his journey to
hip-hop success.
In this inspiring episode, Kalan transforms humble ingredients
into an unforgettable meal while sharing raw stories about:
• His rise from San Diego State athlete to breakthrough artist
• Growing up with his hardworking mother's influence
• Creating "Two For Real Day" to give back to his community
• Getting career-changing encouragement from Tyler, The
Creator
• The incredible story of signing with Jay-Z's Roc Nation
• That memorable moment of accidentally stepping on Jay-Z's
rug and leaving a dirty footprint

Connect:

@wittcoline @kalan.frfr

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On this week's episode of Eating While Broke, Coline sits down with the legendary Charlamagne Tha God for a candid conversation about his remarkable journey from unpaid radio intern to multimedia powerhouse.
With his signature wit and no-holds-barred honesty, Charlamagne opens up about the triumphs, challenges, and valuable lessons he's learned throughout his 30-year career in broadcasting. They cover everything from the importance of authenticity in the age of social media to criminal justice reform and the unexpected benefits of tree-hugging.
The mogul shares his powerful wisdom about using your platform to create opportunities for others. As he puts it, "If whatever you're building only benefits you, it's not big enough."
Enjoy this hilarious, inspiring, and thought-provoking conversation with one of the industry's most influential voices.

Connect: @wittcoline @cthagod

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On this week's episode of Eating While Broke, Coline sits down with Independent Artist and Business Genius: LaRUSSELL. They will discuss the difference between record deals and partnerships, the reason why he has been turning the game upside down and taking the term "consumer investment" to a whole new level. As he prepares to drop his 22nd album, you might catch this young Legend in the making slapping wristbands on fans, for an impromptu pop-up show, in his mama's back yard. LaRussell and Co will discuss his futuristic business concepts and philosophies, how fans have the opportunity to have shares of his pie aka the music they've participated in blowing up– in perpetuity...Listen and Enjoy LaRussell on The Eating While Broke Podcast.

Connect: @wittcoline @LaRussell

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"Eating While Broke" Part 2 is officially DROPPED! 💥 DC Young Fly, Jerry Clark, Pour Minds + a Congressman... Listen now!

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