The Wise Guys
Kevin Anglade
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The Wise Guys podcast is a weekly forum where millennials discuss roadblocks and challenges experienced while on the road to success. Mark Pruden and Kevin Anglade are the hosts that will take you down the path of self-improvement with intentions of shaping the complete self. Furthermore, they tap into their connections of friends and allies to assist on speaking about issues concerning young adults. The show focuses on growing hearts, minds and futures of many, one wise person at a time.
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Jan 17, 2023
Episode 81: Habits, Setbacks, & Contradictions (Part 2)
In Part 2 of "Habits, Setbacks, & Contradictions, Mark Pruden details his journey as well as provides tips on living a fulfilling life while providing an update on the financial markets. Tap in here and share the podcast with a friend! Hopefully we'll be back sometime soon if you all want us back. Like & share this episode! Find Us Online: https://www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc Kevin Anglade: @kevinanglade11 Mark Pruden: @markpruden_
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Jan 10, 2023
Episode 80: Habits, Setbacks, & Contradictions (Part 1)
On a special episode-encore presentation of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin return after an entire calendar year to talk about building habits for a successful 2023 as well as the state of the financial markets in today's climate. Furthermore, the men talk about specific routines, tactics, and strategies that can help young adults from millennials all the way down to Gen Z in stabilizing their lives while executing their game plans/agendas. What are your plans for 2023 wise community? Have you created a vision board/map for yourselves? Have you created a strategy ready for implementation and tireless execution? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: https://www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc Kevin Anglade: @kevinanglade11 Mark Pruden: @markpruden_
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Dec 21, 2021
Episode 79: That's All Folks! (w/Mark Pruden)
On today's final episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin and Mark close out the podcast by reminiscing over their favorite moments of the show. Furthermore, they talk about the impact that the show had on their listeners as well as themselves as they enter new spaces within their lives. Lastly, they thank their guests, devoted fans and share their final "Word To The Wise" segment ever. Overall, thank you Wise Community. We will always be here in a sense whenever you need us. This surely won't be the last time that you hear from us on this platform as well as this RSS feed as The Wise Guys will become a production space with various forms of audio/visual content in the years to come. Happy holidays and happy new year! Find Us Online: http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Dec 14, 2021
Episode 78: For The Love of Children feat. Aja
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin has a conversation with clinical therapist/social worker Aja Freeman about the juvenile justice system. During the conversation they talk about how the system is fairs for minors and helps provide them with the tools and resources needed to reform prior to adulthood. Furthermore, they also talk about her new counseling agency A Spiritual Evolution Counseling and what she intends to do with the agency in helping youth and their families get on track through additional services. What are your thoughts on this matter wise community? Are youth within the system in need of additional resources as well as counseling? How can social work be a system for change within today's juvenile justice system? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Dec 7, 2021
Episode 77: Product of My Environment feat. Dre (Hoffa Billz)
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin has a conversation with Brooklyn rapper, Hoffa Billz, about the music industry and what it's like navigating its infrastructure. Furthermore, they talk about how today's content within music is propogated by the system to sustain market viability. What are your thoughts on this matter wise community? Is the music industry promoting the wrong message? What other outlets can kids get into besides music? Join the conversation and follow The Wise Guys Find Us Online: http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Nov 30, 2021
Episode 76: The Glass Ceiling w/Mark feat. Jean & Jimmy
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin have a conversation with returning guests from season 1 & 2, Jean and Jimmy about the issues Black men are facing within the work place in 2021. Furthermore, they talk about education for Black youth as well as the state of Black business and how do Black men go about running them within today's corporate climate. What are your thoughts wise community? Is there a glass ceiling for Black men in corporate America? Is the Black community depriving itself of success pertaining to business? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: https://www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Nov 23, 2021
Episode 75: All By Design feat. Jerome
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin has a conversation with Wise Guys alumni/frequent guest Jerome Davis. Throughout their discussion they talk about the plight of African Americans. Moreover, they talk about mass incarceration, broken homes, and how systemic oppression is deliberately at play in regards to the Black family dynamic. What are your thoughts on this matter? Do you think that the government purposely planned on destroying the Black community in America? Do you think that Black people are an endangered species in America? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Twitter & Facebook: @thewiseguysnyc Instagram: @thewiseguysnyc
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Nov 16, 2021
Episode 74: Not A Statistic (Sea Through Emotion) feat. Stephen Campbell
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin has a conversation with Stephen Campbell, a Manufacturing Instructor at Goodwin University and author of the newly released poetry collection, Sea Through Emotion. During their discussion, Kevin has Stephen talk about the writing of the book and asks him the ways in which serving a prison sentence inspired him throughout the process. They also talk about the fact that people should not let any obstacle or circumstance stop them from becoming successful. What are your thoughts on this matter? Have you ever found yourself in a situation that was life altering? Did you ever think you could overcome it? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Twitter & Facebook: @thewiseguysnyc Instagram: @thewiseguysnyc
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Nov 9, 2021
Episode 73: The League, The Lottery, Or Bust feat. Jon
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, ESPN Associate Producer, Jon McLeod returns to have a conversation with Kevin about the different avenues adolescent athletes can take if sporting endeavors aren't feasible. They also talk about building a vision that could sustain them for a lifetime. What are your thoughts on this matter? Should we shift the focus that our kids have on things other than sports? Are sports preparing children for a life outside of them? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Twitter & Facebook: @thewiseguysnyc Instagram: @thewiseguysnyc
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Nov 3, 2021
Episode 72: The Modern Woman & Man feat. Anais, Theresa, Tyshan & Mark
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark returns to the show alongside Anais, Theresa, Tyshan and they have a conversation with Kevin about the modern woman, her standards when it comes to dating, gender roles and the objective of couples during this COVID era in time. Furthermore, they also the man's ability to lead while in a relationship as well as expectations of women and possible delusions that they may have. What are your thoughts on this week's topic? Are women's dating standards realistic? Are black women difficult to be with? Are black men not stepping up to the plate in today's dating market? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Oct 26, 2021
Episode 71: Jesus Is King feat. Michael Gustave
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin speaks with Michael Gustave, an educator as well as minister about Christianity and the importance in having faith in today's Godless society. Furthermore, the two talk about the purpose of an anti-Christian world and how it inhibits the growth of us as people within the world. What are your thoughts on this wise community? Are you searching and fighting for faith? Are you motivated to seek Christ's love? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Oct 19, 2021
Episode 70: The Wealth in Health & Fitness feat. Shomari-Chioki Fraser
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin speaks with Shomari Chioke-Fraser, a health fitness coach and physical trainer, about the importance in working out and physical training programs for people within communities of color. The two start out talking about dieting and how people can get motivated to hit the gym and begin their fitness journey. Furthermore, Shomari shares information on what foods should supplement workouts in order to achieve the best results. What are your thoughts on this wise community? Have you been able to hit the gym or do some type of consistent workout during COVID-19/Quarantine? Are you motivated to work out or having issues losing weight? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Oct 12, 2021
Episode 69: The Cost For A Fortune feat. Tanya Germain
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin speaks with Tanya Germain, an investment educator, business mentor and entrepreneur about everything pertaining to finance within communities of color. The two start out talking about credit cards and whether or not they are useful to college students before venturing into investing and the importance of it in today's society for millennials. What are your thoughts on this wise community? Are you good at managing money? Are you saving for retirement? Have you invested? What's your stance on financial literacy and its relevance when building a life? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Oct 5, 2021
Episode 68: Survival Of The Fittest
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys and the first of season 4, Kevin introduces the season's theme of "culture" and how people of color have survived as opposed to thrived within their culture living in North America. Furthermore, he also talks about how he has had to adjust now living in Philadelphia after experiencing a big setback upon moving to the city. What are your thoughts on this wise community? Are you constantly in survival mode? Do you think people of color survive as opposed to live? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Jul 7, 2021
Episode 67: The Art of Patience
On this week's final episode of The Wise Guys, (Season 3) Mark and Kevin talk about the importance of having patience amid the process of chasing your dreams. Furthermore, they talk about the journey they've gone on together with the podcast and what it meant for them to unite as a duo and grow via the show. What are your thoughts on today's topic wise community? Is having patience crucial to one's success? How do we build the skill of patience within our lives? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this final episode of the season! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Jun 30, 2021
Episode 66: Everyone's A Critic
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin talk about accepting criticism while on the path to greatness. Furthermore, they talk about the challenges that may occur when people critique without a reason just to chastise and bring others down. What are your thoughts on today's topic wise community? Are you able to accept valid criticism? Do people critique just to hate at times? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Jun 23, 2021
Episode 65: A Life of Scams (The Golf Course)
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin talk about the shortcuts society often takes when en route to success. Furthermore, they talk about the challenges that causes people to be impatient amid the journey. What are your thoughts on today's topic wise community? Is having patience our biggest kryptonite? How do we discipline ourselves in order to obtain what we want? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Jun 16, 2021
Episode 64: The Power in Mentorship
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark returns after a hiatus and provides an update as to where he's been and what he's been up to. He and Kevin then talk about mentorship and the pros and cons of what it looks like in today's society. What are your thoughts on this topic? Are you able to spot good mentors? What does one look like to you? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Jun 9, 2021
Episode 63: A Lesson In College Ed 101 feat. Dr. Lisa Wisniewski
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin hosts an IG Live session with his colleague, Dr. Lisa Wisniewski, a professor in the sociology department at Goodwin University. During their conversation they talk about the importance of higher education in today's job marketplace as well as how to help incoming freshman navigate and survive the first year of college. Furthermore, they also talk about how mental health consistently disrupts progress from being made within communities of color. Furthermore, they also speak about Lead with Dr. W, a media learning platform she created to assist and engage students in learning that will assist them in adjusting and growing into being a college student. What are your thoughts? Were you prepared for college? Did you enjoy the process of learning? Enjoy wise community and share your thoughts with us on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wi…
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Jun 2, 2021
Episode 62: Dollar & A Dream
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin talks about having a dollar in ones pocket and how one must use the fact of having less to motivate as well as fuel them to success. Also, he shares a story about working retail at the U.S. Open one summer where he focused on growing and evolving despite the challenges of working a laborious job right out of college. What are your thoughts on today's topic wise community? Do we get complacent on the journey of life? Do we need to take initiative and push ourselves forward despite our circumstances? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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May 26, 2021
Episode 61: Frozen From Fear
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin talks about how we can stagnate our growth due to us being in fear our very own progression. Also, he builds upon last week's theme of fear by detailing how parents and elders play a significant role in influencing young people to play it safe as opposed to taking on the big challenge. What are your thoughts on today's topic wise community? Are we frozen from fear? Do we need to stop listening to certain people in our lives? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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May 19, 2021
Episode 60: The Scarcity Mindset
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin talks about how we can limit our potential and opportunities due to the fear or concern of trying something new. Also, he talks about how we can go about creating initiatives that will allow us to grow and try new things in order to evolve and prevail as people. What are your thoughts on today's topic wise community? Are we stagnant as a society when it comes to evolution? Do we need to step out of our comfort zones for growth? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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May 12, 2021
Episode 59: The Safe Plan (Plan B)
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin talks about how we as people can lose sight of main goals or desires in life. Also, he talks about how we can create safety plans in order to ensure that we find success in different lanes or opportunities that we never thought of prior to our childhood desires and ambitions. What are your thoughts on today's topic wise community? Are we delusional in this western society about our career aspirations? Do we need a reality check on the dreams we yearn for? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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May 5, 2021
Episode 58: A Power Trip
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin talks about how people can refrain from becoming entitled or losing touch with their colleagues when they climb the corporate ladder. Furthermore, he revisits experiences in which he had to check himself after being showered with praise for the work he's been able to do with the kids at his current non-profit job. What are your thoughts on today's topic wise community? Do we disconnect from our peers the moment we are promoted? As a worker do you change once you have been elevated to the big leagues? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Apr 28, 2021
Episode 57: What Have You Done For Me Lately
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin talks about how people can often be used by others for the opposing party's self gain. Furthermore, he revisits experiences in which he dealt with people that hung around him only to take his knowledge before disappearing without a trace. What are your thoughts on today's topic wise community? Are we constantly being used by people in our lives for their selfish gain? Should you be less tolerable of these folks and cut them off permanently? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Apr 21, 2021
Episode 56: A Balanced Scale
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin talks about the balance one must have in order to find peace and happiness while on the road to success and self-fulfillment. Furthermore, he shares a story about a time in his life where he was solely focused on himself while chasing success and put others behind him. What are your thoughts on today's topic wise community? Do we get so caught up in chasing our goals and dreams that we forget about the people and things that matter most in life? Should you have to make sacrifices in order to become successful? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Apr 14, 2021
Episode 55: The Process (Levels To It)
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin talks about the processes one must experience in order for one to grow and/or become successful. Furthermore, he shares a story about his process and upkeeping one helped him overcome graduate school before moving out of New York. Therefore, what are your thoughts on today's topic wise community? Do you have a process in how you go about tackling life? How does a process help determine your outcomes? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Apr 7, 2021
Episode 54: The Art of Accountability
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin talks about accountability and the importance of owning up to one's mistakes or responsibilities. Furthermore, he talks about a situation where he was held accountable in a business move that went bad and how he adjusted for the better after the experience. What are your thoughts on today's topic wise community? Do you hold yourself accountable? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Mar 31, 2021
Episode 53: The Best & Worst of Times
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin talks about the ups and downs millennials go through in today's society. Furthermore, he talks about the specifics of what highs and lows are and how they affect the development of our character. What are your thoughts on today's topic wise community? Can you pick out the best and worst of times in your life? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Mar 23, 2021
Episode 52: Art Of Cap (The Lifestyle Episode)
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin talk about the lies many people tell on social media or just life in general. Furthermore, they talk about relationship dynamics between modern day couples. What are your thoughts on today's topic wise community? Are people lying to themselves and each other in the modern day era? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Mar 10, 2021
Episode 51: The Power of Minds (Intro & Extroverts)
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin talk about the life human beings live as intro and extroverts. Furthermore, they talk about the how one of these categories affect the way we carry ourselves both in our personal and professional lives. What are your thoughts on today's topic wise community? Are you an introvert or an extrovert? Do you enjoy having moments of solitude? Or are you the life of the party? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Mar 3, 2021
Episode 50: A Life Of Options
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin talk about a life of options that many people live when it comes self-improvement. Furthermore, they talk about everything from improving on the job, negotiating deals, weighing options as well as who should lead an intimate relationship between a man and woman. What are your thoughts on today's topic wise community? Do you currently have options in your life? Who should lead a relationship? The man or the woman? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Feb 24, 2021
Episode 49: The Trophy Prize (Parenthood 2)
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin talk about the guidance of humans under parenting. Furthermore, they talk about the growth or hinderance people experience when having no sense of self-identity or guidance in doing what is best for their personal development. What are your thoughts on today's topic wise community? Are you currently in a between a rock and a hard place? Do you know who you are as a person? Are you fearful to step out on faith and follow your own path? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Feb 17, 2021
Episode 48: The Tiers
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin talk about the differences and classifications of employees in corporate careers . Furthermore, they talk about employees can distinguish themselves from their colleagues in order to better position themselves for job promotion and diversifying their skillset all while increasing their value. What are your thoughts on today's topic wise community? Are you currently in a rut when it comes to job growth? Are you fearful to step out on faith and follow your own path? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Feb 10, 2021
Episode 47: New Beginnings
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin talk about the their aspirations and goals for the new year. Furthermore, they talk about the top 5 traits people should have in order to have a successful 2021. What are your thoughts on this topic wise community? Have you created a set of goals for the year? Are you fearful for what's to come? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Dec 22, 2020
Episode 46: Bred To Lose, Built To Win
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin talk about the failures we encounter when on the road to success. Furthermore, they talk about whether fear holds people from experimenting or taking risks. What are your thoughts on this topic wise community? Do we fear failure when trying to become successful? What should we do after getting the small wins? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Dec 15, 2020
Episode 45: Forbidden Fruit (Greed & Lust)
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin talk about greed and lust within our lives. Furthermore, they talk about how greed and lust can be instilled within us from desires or not being able to control one's urges . What are your thoughts on this topic wise community? Do we lack the ability to see when we lust for something? Are greed and desire natural human traits? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Dec 8, 2020
Episode 44: Too Good For The Hood feat. Jerome
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark, Kevin and Jerome talk about what stops people of color from progressing in today's society. Furthermore, they talk about whether it's worth it for someone to stay in their community once they obtained riches and/or some form of social status . What are your thoughts on this topic wise community? Do we bail upon our communities the moment we make it? Are people of color expected to stay, build or service their communities once they have become successful? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Dec 1, 2020
Episode 43: Hood Politics (TIA Pt. II) feat. Jerome
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin sit down with Jerome Davis, a returning guest from (season 1, episode 21) and continue the conversation pertaining to redlining, housing segregation and the racial bias that comes with these systemic forms of oppression. Furthermore, they talk about how communities of color can be aware of these discriminatory policies and how they can counteract in order to succeed. What are your thoughts on this topic wise community? Can communities of color figure out solutions to escape these discriminatory policies? As a community do we even care? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Nov 24, 2020
Episode 42: Nature vs. Nurture
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin talk about one's nature and their surroundings as opposed to their upbringing as well as how they've been raised. Furthermore, they talk about the nature of their own lives as well as how it affects them and the people around them moving forward. What are your thoughts on this topic wise community? What is nature as opposed to nurture? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Nov 23, 2020
Episode 41.5: Mental Health in POC Culture (Bonus) feat. Jon McLeod
On today's special bonus episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin hosts an IG Live session with Jon McLeod, last season's guest on episode 13 to talk about the Mental Health initiative that he and a colleague started at ESPN, his place of employment. Furthermore, they also talk about how mental health consistently disrupts progress from being made within communities of color. Furthermore, they also touch on their own narratives that tested the fortitude of their own mental health along their personal journeys. Enjoy the bonus content wise community and share your thoughts with us on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Nov 17, 2020
Episode 41: Your Mental Health (My Story of Domestic Violence)
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin talks about mental health and how we often scrutinize or avoid it all together within communities of color. Furthermore, he talks about a time in his life where he realized his mental health was deteriorating due to situations he found himself in as well as those of friends. What are your thoughts on this topic wise community? Are we honest with ourselves when it comes to the state of our mental health? Why is mental health/illness considered taboo in the Black community? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Nov 10, 2020
Episode 40: The Art of Manipulation
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin talk about manipulation and how we utilize it in our everyday lives. Furthermore, they talk about the fact that manipulation starts from the time one is born and carries on well into adulthood. What are your thoughts on this topic wise community? Are we honest with ourselves when it comes to us being manipulators within our lives? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Nov 3, 2020
Episode 39: Is America Great Again?
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin talk about the election and the narratives running around it in what is considered probably the most important election year to date. Furthermore, they talk about the intentions behind voting as well as how political decisions have made an impact or hasn't amongst the working class. What are your thoughts on this topic wise community? Does voting matter? Are you for either candidates? How do you feel about politics in general? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Oct 27, 2020
Episode 38: The Lambo!
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin talk about materialistic culture and how toxic it could be for the social and personal development of young people. Furthermore, they talk about the intentions behind keeping up with the Joneses and why it matters to some. What are your thoughts on this topic wise community? Are we honest with ourselves when it comes to being true with what we have? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Oct 20, 2020
Episode 37: The Art of Peer Pressure
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin talk about peer pressure and how it can drive one to do things that are out of their character. Furthermore, they talk about ways in which pressure can destroy one's lifestyle and how they carry themselves. What are your thoughts on this topic wise community? Are we honest with ourselves when it comes to standing out on our own? Do we succumb to pressure when it comes to being ourselves? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Oct 13, 2020
Episode 36: When Opposites Attract (TALOW Pt. II) feat. Anais, Theresa, Amanda & Tyshan
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Anais and Theresa return to pick up the conversation where they last left off on Episode 6 of season 1 but this time around they are joined by their friends Amanda and Tyshan as they speak to Mark and Kevin about the imbalance between women and men during the dating period of relationships and their desires/goals. Furthermore, they also talk about interracial pairs and how that aligns with the agenda of men and women within the black community. What are your thoughts on this week's topic? Can couples succeed with a difference in lifestyles? Is a black woman or man no longer "valid" or "woke" if they date outside of their race? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Oct 6, 2020
Episode 35: Breaking Chains (Becoming Better Men) feat. Jean & Jimmy
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin have a conversation with returning guests from season 1, Jean and Jimmy about the primary concern for Black men in 2020 during a tense racial climate. Furthermore, they talk about the holistic framework of men. What are your thoughts wise community? Can moving up the social and economic ladder help Black men find peace and success? Does the Black man ever have to compromise his existence for the sake of survival? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: https://www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Sep 29, 2020
Episode 34: Can't Get Enough (Addictions)
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin talk about addictions and the various types that keep people within the same cycles. Furthermore, they talk about ways in which folks can combat their demons and overcome the stranglehold that these addictions may have in their lives. What are your thoughts on this topic wise community? Are we honest with ourselves when it comes to our addictions? Are we even aware of them? What are some solutions that can help us overcome them? Join us for the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Sep 22, 2020
Episode 33: A Case For Young Women feat. Lilly & Taylor
On this week's episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin has a conversation with two women that are his colleagues in Lilly and Taylor about the issues plaguing women of color both professionally, personally and romantically. Furthermore, they they talk about whether women can have it all in today's American society when it comes to their career and livelihood. What are your thoughts on this week's topic? Can women have it all? Why are they not respected at all times? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Sep 15, 2020
Episode 32: A Boy's Redemption feat. Larry
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin has a conversation with Larry Bowers, CEO of 5TC Athletics. During their conversation, they speak about young boys of color and how mentorship is necessary for them in order for personal growth as well as social development. What are your thoughts on the matter wise community? Are young boys given second chances? Do we focus on helping them grow as a society? Be sure to tune in to the episode and join the conversation! Find Us Online: https://www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Sep 8, 2020
Episode 31: Get Out! (Kevin's Story)
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin have a conversation about his time working at an all girls private school exactly a year ago and an incident that led to him being fired. During their discussion, they talk about how does one navigate a white institution while maintaining their identity of blackness. Furthermore, they talk about race relations in America and how we can reach a common understanding of how to move forward. What are your thoughts on the matter? Have you ever been subject to bias or racial discrimination in the workplace? Is white privilege or cultural cluelessness exhausting? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: https://www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Sep 1, 2020
Episode 30: Nobody's Perfect
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin have a conversation about the imperfection of human beings. During their discussion, they talk about how people can acknowledge their flaws when they come up short and what are the steps necessary to better yourself as a person. What are your thoughts on the matter? Have you accepted your imperfections? Are you oblivious to them and refuse to work on yourself? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: https://www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Aug 25, 2020
Episode 29: The Language of Love
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin have a conversation about navigating the emotion and act of love in all aspects of our lives. During their discussion, they talk about the many factors that go into expressing love and how it can be shown at all times. What are your thoughts on the matter? Are you able to express your love for someone that matters to you in a healthy way? Do you see yourself as a healthy lover that knows what he or she wants and also reciprocates? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: https://www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Aug 18, 2020
Episode 28: The Hamster Wheel
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin have a conversation about the vast majority of the human population that lives paycheck-to-paycheck. During their discussion, they talk about how we as a society unconsciously play into the paradigm of capitalism and the economic pyramid in general. What are your thoughts on the matter? Are you currently living paycheck-to-paycheck? Are you currently looking for a route to improve your financial standing? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: https://www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Aug 11, 2020
Episode 27: The Quarter Life Crisis
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin have a conversation about post college unemployment and having to make the hard adjustment to the real world. During their discussion, they talk about how one's degree doesn't prepare them for the work force nor does it provide any form of security. What are your thoughts on the matter? Have you had many opportunities after graduating from college? Do you view yourself as a failure? Are you still searching for success? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: https://www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Aug 4, 2020
Episode 26: A Different World
On today's first episode of season 2 of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin catch up on life since Covid-19 hit and have a conversation about maneuvering through life within a new world after the virus. During their discussion, they talk about how the pandemic has affected jobs and various industries as well as real estate and the stock market. What are your thoughts on the matter? Has Covid-19 affected your plans for 2020? Has it completely changed your life for the better or worse? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: https://www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Jun 23, 2020
Episode 25: For The Gram (Reality TV)
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin have a conversation about Instagram and social media in general. During their discussion, they talk about the fact that people struggle with balancing their personal lives along with their online persona. Furthermore, they explore the cases of women that have struggled with identity as well as peer acceptance to social media as maturing adults. What are your thoughts on this topic? Do you think we reflect what we observe in the media? How can millennials and generations to come disconnect from social media in such a way that it will not influence their identity and standing as a person? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Jun 16, 2020
Episode 24: The Art of Communication
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin have a conversation about communication and how we as people navigate communicating with those we love and interact with on an everyday basis. During their discussion, they talk about the fact that people struggle with communicating and look for solutions to improve all lines moving forward. What are your thoughts on this topic? As people do we struggle with communication when it comes to family and friends? Do we communicate better within the workplace? How can we improve and transform lines of communication as a society? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Jun 9, 2020
Episode 23: Raised in The System feat. Felicia Henry & Ashley McLain
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin has a conversation with social workers Felicia Henry and Ashley McLain about the juvenile justice system. Today, they talk about whether or not the system is fair to minors and helps provide them with the tools and resources needed to reform prior to adulthood. Furthermore, they also talk about the trauma that is inflicted upon the youth, their families and those that work with them. What are your thoughts on this matter wise community? Do you think that the judicial system plays fair when dealing with youth? Are there ways for us to change the system? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Jun 2, 2020
Episode 22: Is It Because I'm Black? feat. Andreius Coleman
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin have a conversation with Brooklyn educator Dre Coleman. Today, they talk about black men in the workplace and racial discrimination for their students as well as them as teachers. Furthermore, they talk about students of color and the narratives that are often painted in the mainstream and society about their existence. What are your thoughts on this matter? Do you know of any black men in the workplace or students that have been discriminated against because of their race? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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May 26, 2020
Episode 21: This is America feat. Jerome Davis
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin have a conversation with social services worker and prospective law student, Jerome Davis. Today, they talk about government assistance programs such as food stamps, welfare and section 8 and how these programs have affected the progress or lack thereof of the black community. Furthermore, they talk about the power of the black dollar and how black consumerism is a central player in powering the economy. What are your thoughts on this matter? Do you think that the black community is content with receiving assistance from the government? Are we spending too much money outside of our community? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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May 19, 2020
Episode 20: A Case of Black and White feat. Curtis
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin has a conversation with Curtis Slaughter, a senior mentor at a Hartford treatment center. After having, watched the film 'Just Mercy' in theaters, they discuss racial injustice against Black males in the United States' court system. Furthermore, they talk about intermarriage and how men of color navigate marriage with a partner that is not of their race. This leads us to ask: Is the criminal justice system biased towards black youth and men overall? Can women outside of the black race understand the plight of their partners? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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May 12, 2020
Episode 19: Is College Worth It? feat. Jonathan Nicolas
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin have a conversation with Jonathan Nicolas an educator working in the DMV area about college. During their discussion, they talk about whether higher education is still relevant in the 21st century. Furthermore, they talk about the struggles of college graduates that are trying to find jobs and whether or not they are discriminated against or have the proper credentials to obtain a job. What are your thoughts on this topic? Is college still relevant in 2020? Are college graduates guaranteed jobs the moment they finish school? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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May 5, 2020
Episode 18: Good Kid, Mad City feat. Jermaine Meadows
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin have a conversation with University of Albany graduate student majoring in Educational Policy and Leadership, Jermaine Meadows. Meadows recently featured on Forbes, writing an Op-Ed about community colleges and how they should be seen as institutions that jumpstart educational access and opportunities. Furthermore, they talk about life in impoverished communities and college being a platform that may or may not provide empowerment to graduates just beginning to navigate the world. What are your thoughts on this matter? Is there access to solid education in such communities? Does a college degree provide power to graduates after moving on from school? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Apr 28, 2020
Episode 17: More Than Athletes feat. Jon Mcleod
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin have a conversation with ESPN Associate Producer, Jon McLeod about the paradigm of sports and how athletes are brought up through education or lack thereof. On the show they also talk about athletes as commodities for business and what they have planned post career. What are your thoughts on this matter? Are you an athlete? Is your son, daughter, brother, sister or cousin one? How do they go about preparing for a career in sports or not? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Twitter & Facebook: @thewiseguysnyc Instagram: @wiseguysnyc
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Apr 21, 2020
Episode 16: Lost & Found (The Mask Part 3) feat. Carl Desir & Vatelli Chapman
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin has a conversation with two of his new co-workers, Carl Desir and Vatelli Chapman. The two men share stories about their childhood and the hardships they faced as adolescents. Furthermore, they explore the concept of fatherhood, role models and making an impact on the youth of the next generation as they attempt to find solutions. What are your thoughts on this matter? Are young boys and girls a result of the dysfunction they may have been raised in? Should misguided youth be held accountable for their actions? Are there any positive role models within the Black community? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode as always! Find Us Online: http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc Email: thewiseguysnyc@gmail.com
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Apr 14, 2020
Episode 15: Bet On Yourself (The Process) feat. Frantzy Luzincourt
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin has a conversation with graduating college senior and political science major, Frantzy Luzincourt about navigating life through college while preparing to go on the job market. On the show they talk about finding one's path through trial and error as he or she envisions the future and what lies ahead post college. What are your thoughts on this matter? Are you currently interning this year? Are you worried about finding a job immediately after college? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode!
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Apr 7, 2020
Episode 14: The Art of Hate (Plain Ol' Jealousy)
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin have a conversation about our tendencies as human beings to have hatred and jealousy within our hearts for those that we love. Furthermore, they explore the depths of envy and how it can be circumstantial or a trait within one's own character. Overall, what is jealousy? Is there a similarity between "hate" and "envy"? Do they differ depending on the person? Join us wise community as we attempt to answer these questions on this week's episode!
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Mar 31, 2020
Episode 13: Young & Broke Part III feat. Mandy Velez (Her Story)
For our third and final installment of the Young & Broke series on The Wise Guys, Kevin has a conversation with Senior Social Media Manager of The Daily Beast, Mandy Velez, the woman he and Mark talked about on episode 2 concerning her student loans. On the show, Mandy shares her personal story of dealing with student loan debt and how she started multiple hustles which provided her with opportunities to crush her 102K loan in 6 years. What are your thoughts on this matter? Do you have student loans? How has the debt crippled your plans or disrupted your lifestyle? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Mar 24, 2020
Episode 12: The Parenthood
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin have a conversation about parenthood and attempt to definite it specifically to black culture. While discussing the topic they compare and contrast potential scenarios of how various races deal with certain issues and experiences that their children have. Furthermore, they talk about what parenting looks like in the 21st century and how it can positively and/or negatively impact children as they transition into young adulthood. What does parenting look like? Do we know how to navigate the journey of parenting in today's day and age? Have your parents done a great job raising you? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Mar 17, 2020
Episode 11: Going Ghost (AOF Part II)
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin have a conversation about what it means to be ghosted by someone you deemed to be a friend and whether or not they were really your friend in the first place. The episode itself is an unofficial follow up to our last episode about friendship. So what do you think Wise community? Have you ever been ghosted by a friend or someone you considered a friend? Does it matter whether you've ever been ghosted or not? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Mar 10, 2020
Episode 10: The Art of Friendship
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin have a conversation about friendship and what comes with it throughout one's lifetime. As they delve into the topic they categorize the levels of friendship one may have and talk about the value of it as well. What is friendship? Do we know what it is? Do we take it for granted? Should we be selective of the kinds of people we forge relationships with within our lives? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Mar 3, 2020
Episode 9: 2 Cool For School feat. Cash Sinatra
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin have a conversation with Brooklyn rapper, Cash Sinatra about bringing a business mentality for creative students in education. On the show they talk about Sinatra's work in NYC public schools with his #BusinessBehindMusic program and how important it is to teach students how to be business savvy if they decide to pursue a career in the performing arts. What are your thoughts on this matter wise community? Should students be trained in business when going in to music? Overall, do we undervalue the need for arts/extracurricular programming in regards to the development of children? Join the conversation and follow The Wise Guys Find Us Online: http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Feb 25, 2020
Episode 8: The Business Man feat. Jean Yao
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin have a conversation with Jean Yao about entrepreneurship, ownership, as well as investing, supporting and starting your own black-run business. Is entrepreneurship for everyone? Should we support black owned businesses? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Feb 18, 2020
Episode 7: Love Yours (The Mask Part 2) feat. Jimmy Frederic
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Kevin talks to educator and youth mentor, Jimmy Frederic about mentorship for teenage boys. In addition, they also touch upon dating, marriage, loyalty and faithfulness to black women as well as the future for black men. Are black men given a bad wrap? Can they be loyal and faithful to women!? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: https://www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Feb 11, 2020
Episode 6: The Ambitious Life of Women feat. Anais Booker & Theresa Harrison
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin have a conversation with two female educators from the Midwest. Some of the topics they touch upon are women in the workplace, and black women in dating and marriage. Both sides share their opinions on how love, race and business plays into the development as well as success of the black woman. Are black women respected in the workplace? Can successful black women find love? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Feb 4, 2020
Episode 5: Black Educators Matter feat. Anthony Harris
On today's episode of The Wise Guys Mark and Kevin have a conversation with Philly educator, Anthony Harris about the importance of black male teachers. Black male teachers make up about 3% of the national average which is something to be said when we think about the African-American population hovering around 14% within the United States. This leads us to ask: Are black male teachers important? Does it hurt our children to not have educators that look like them in the classroom? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: https://www.floweredconcrete.net/the-wise-guys-podcast http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Jan 28, 2020
Episode 4: Young & Broke Pt. II (The Everyday Struggle) feat. Dominique Carson
Today's episode of The Wise Guys is a direct continuation of episode 2 as Mark and Kevin have a conversation with their first guest, Dominique Carson about the daily struggles of making a living, going to school, the job market, paying off loans and making wise decisions as an adult. Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Jan 21, 2020
Episode 3: The Mask (In Loving Memory of Elijah Ortega)
On today's Wise Guys episode, Mark and Kevin explore the topic of masculinity for teenage boys and how it affects them in today's society. They start off with a story shared by Kevin and use that experience to expound upon the idea of masculinity itself. Are you a man who has too much pride? Are you tied down by your own ego? Ladies, do you know men that don't like to admit their faults or show vulnerability? Join the conversation wise community and share your thoughts on this episode! Find Us Online: http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Jan 14, 2020
Episode 2: Young & Broke (Student Loans)
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin explore the depths of student loans and how detrimental they can be to the lives of millennials. They start off by sharing a story of a young woman named Mandy Velez who happened to be 102K in debt and crushed it in 6 years to show that it's possible to overcome this trap set for us by America. Are you currently ensnared by Students Loans? Do you feel as if you'll be stuck paying forever? Join the conversation wise community by sharing your thoughts with us. Find Us Online:
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Jan 6, 2020
Episode 1: The Gram's Illusion (Wise Guys Pilot)
In this first episode of The Wise Guys, Mark Pruden and Kevin Anglade introduce themselves to the world. They provide the listeners with their intention in creating the podcast and have a conversation about social media and how it affects us as people today. What's your thoughts on social media? Is it detrimental for our health? Are we comparing ourselves too much by looking at the lives of others? Join the conversation wise community by sharing your thoughts with us. Find Us Online: http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media @thewiseguysnyc
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Jan 3, 2020
Episode 1.5: The Follow Through!
On today's episode of The Wise Guys, Mark and Kevin formally introduce themselves as the hosts of the show and explain the intent behind the podcast's creation. Furthermore, they play a game called: "Define The Grind" as they prepare the listeners for 2020 by providing tips on how to make adjustments and improve their habits which will hopefully get them on the track to success. What are your plans for 2020? How do you plan on implementing changes for your own personal development? Join the conversation and share your thoughts with us for one of two first official episodes! Find Us Online: http://linktr.ee/wiseguysnyc Social Media: @thewiseguysnyc
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Jan 1, 2020
The Wise Guys Season 1 Trailer (Audio)
For the official podcast trailer, Mark and Kevin explain the intentions of The Wise Guys Podcast and how it will benefit the lives of the listeners called "The Wise Community". They also provide an overview of what everyone can expect. They're looking forward to changing hearts, minds and futures of many and hope that you all can join them on the ride to success. Find Us Online:
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