Curve The Cube: Where Dreamers Become Doers - Inspiration And Motivation To Find Your Passion... Do Your Thing!!

  With an upcoming documentary in the making, Jay “Poppa J” Cintron hopes to inspire people with his story of being #TheManBehindTheMask.  Best known as Captain KVJ, an iconic superhero born during the “Save the KVJ Show” campaign, Jay He has grown Captain KVJ into an integral part of KVJ Nation—joining Jason Pennington’s Snack Pack and being a Weird Wednesday minion.  However, there is so much more behind this dude!   Jay grew up in New York and transplanted to Florida at the age of 17.  His family story and personal life are a real testament to the power of faith and perseverance.  He is truly an inspiration.  And a leader…!!!  He not only has become a core KVJ Nation member, but he also is the main mascot for his employer, Nozzle Nolen!   He’s a goofball, a sweetheart, a respected trailblazer, a father, and a great friend.  Allow me to please introduce you to #TheManBehindTheMask!!!  Follow him on Twitter at his personal account or as Captain KVJ, find him at KVJ Nation gatherings for the KVJ Show, watch

Richard P. Anderson has spent much of his life helping those who help others, moving from one non-profit to another and improving their networking, funding, and overall operations.  We are lucky to have him at the helm of the Peggy Adams Rescue League—a human society animal shelter in Palm Beach County!  They have serviced THOUSANDS of dogs and cats each and every year since their incorporation all the way back in 1925 and are dedicated to a mission of 100% adoption rate. A stalwart of our community, the work this organization does improves every aspect of our community—keeping pets safe, healthy, and in a controlled population.  Just one trip to Peggy Adams will immediately impress upon you the breadth and value of their impact.  Richard Anderson has dedicated himself to helping them achieve each and every one of their goals through impressive organization of staff, volunteers, events, and networking with other community shelters and services. Allergies or not, you have a skill that Peggy Adams could use.  

With the soulful grace of a seasoned singer/songwriter, Madison Langley draws a spotlight like a magnet. It is simply impossible to not focus on her elegance of presence and vocal style. Blessed with a natural gift for music, Madison has proven herself unstoppable! Classically trained in piano and closely mentored in guitar and music composition by Charles Milling (from episode #13), Madison is already quite accomplished in her young career. She has played and recorded for years with the world-class musicians of Live Hymnal. Now in college at Belmont, Madison is taking her natural poise and talents and driving a path towards a solid musical career. Though she is still exploring what the dimensions of her career may be, one thing is clear: Madison's talent mixed with her determination to stay true to herself promises to give us years of musical gifts to come! Keep up-to-date on her career by following her at Madi-Music.com or on social media as MadiMusic22. Her new EP will be out this month... she PROMISE

When Janice first moved to south Florida from New York, she was fully surprised to find that the natural hair movement making afros and dreadlocks a nondescript commonality in the Boroughs hadn’t yet found its footing down here.  Janice sought to change that.  Parlaying her talent for styling natural hair into independent shop ownership with such a bold initiative in mind was no easy course to navigate; but, such nonsense doesn’t stop Janice.  In the podcast she discusses the challenges that came with being on her own and the moment she realized, though already on good footing, she had to listen to her gut and majorly shift course.  She turned her whole game plan for her salon on its head (no pun intended) and now couldn’t be happier! Always purpose-seeking and driven, Janice Massey is a force to reckon with; she is an inspiration to small business owners and independent women alike!  She not only now owns her own salon, but has also started a t-shirt line and sells consignments.  This girl is unstoppable! 

  From a dream conceived to a life lived, Paul Varian is a clear case of following a passion and making a career out of it! When he was a kid, Paul told his folks that he wanted to grow up to catch fish--and, catch fish he does!   Splitting time between spear fishing and guiding reef tours during down times, Paul has figured out how to make his dream a reality.   He gets to spend every day in the salt and sun if the sea--catching every range of Florida fish. And, some of his catches are truly hell. Let's face it, some fish can be pretty badass, and when in the water, we're in their territory. Couple that with a water pressure environment our squishy human bodies weren't built for, and you have a recipe for potential disaster.   The Weather Channel capitalized on the high-seas drama of spear fishing last year with Catching Hell--and, Paul was cast as a star! Though a second season is currently on hold, watch out for any announcements on Facebook or WeatherChannel.com!  (You can also find old episodes on Ora T

  A child of Haitian immigrants doesn’t often believe that a sustainable living as an artist is even conceivable. But, Jason "JaFleu" Fleurant is a prime example of a person breathing a dream to life one creative step at a time. And, it’s not all about courange for Jason (“JaFleu” as he is known in artistic circles).  No, it is simply his undeniable NEED to paint—to create—to express.  And his joy comes from living his emotions out loud on canvas for all the world to see and be moved by.   A community man, he finds ways to not only trail blaze for the people around him, but to inspire children to break to the expectations of their own lives.  He opens up their eyes and minds to possibilities, and opens their hearts to their dreams.   JaFleu is an inspiration to his neighborhood, the Haitian community, and humanity as a whole!  Find and follow him on: Facebook (@JaFleuTheArtist), Twitter (@JaFleuTheArtist), Instagram (@JaFleu), and YouTube (@JaFleu)!   This episode of Curve the Cube is sponsored by Sol Expe

Zach Rance is a great example of a person living out loud, in the moment, and 100% as himself.  From deciding to enter the world of “reality” television in the Big Brother house to now putting much of his life on a live stream through younow.com, what you see with Zach is what you get.  He speaks his mind, wears emotions on his sleeve, and doesn’t give a crap what people think.   What I find most fascinating about Zach, however, is how determined he is to build his own successes and how he has thought outside the box to do it!  Though he didn’t strategize for his #BB16 afterlife before going into the house, through using social media and capitalizing on his creative thinking, Zach has managed to maintain and build his online following of fans, affectionately referred to as “Zacharoos.” On this podcast, he shows these fans much love, talks a bit about his family, lets out some feelings about the House, and much more.  Though his passion may come across a bit rough around the edges, Zach is a true sweetheart

  Holy cannoli, #KVJNation!  I am sooo happy to bring you this anniversary treat: a BONUS Curve the Cube podcast episode especially for you!!  We started a campaign a year ago to bring back our favorite morning radio show, the KVJ Show, and WON!  So, though this audio was recorded at the South Florida Fair back in January, its release (and Kevin Rolston’s permission to finally do so) is just perfectly timed!  So, what happens when you combine Kevin, a voice recorder, and a fiesty KVJ Nation interviewer named Shawntai?  GREAT audio!   After hearing this, there should be no more doubt or naysaying as to the Show’s motivation (and NEED) to make a move to Miami. As ill-fated as it was, Kevin makes it clear that it was the Show’s and their fans’ BEST option.  In the end, we got them back to the Palm Beaches.  So, that other broadcasting company really missed out.  But, thank you to Palm Beach Broadcasting and 97.9 WRMF for bringing back our crazy radio family. Kevin chants for fan and makes a really incredible de

  Candice Hoyes is a classically trained jazz singer born in Jamaica, raised in Florida, and exploding onto the New York jazz scene.  Equally elegant and strong, Candice’s voice is charismatic and intriguing; and, in her debut album, On a Turquoise Cloud, she sings like a melodic ribbon carefully woven through and dancing with the big band jazz instruments accompanying her.   Having known her since we were kids, it was always a privilege to see and hear Candice perform.  Her voice is simply magnificent; but, catching up with her now was amazing!  For her album, she didn’t just choose easy standards or even the most known songs from her muse, Duke Ellington.  Nope…  Not this Candice Hoyes!  She did her research and found some rare Duke Ellington tracks that could express her musical journey in an innovative way.  The album is complete in its offerings of a fully-executed concept, highly talented and accomplished instrumental accompaniments, and stunningly eclectic vocals.  On this podcast, she talks about the

Holy salacious podcast!!! Estelle and Dejane are two AMAZING ladies from the Palm Beach Broadcasting Street Team!  The Street Team are the peeps behind all the fun at radio-driven events like Beer Fest and Our Kids World, regular show appearances at various venues, and some REALLY huge concerts, like No Snow Ball.  Let’s just say, their job is AWESOME!!! On this podcast, they talk about why they chose this career path, getting their foot in the door with Palm Beach Broadcasting, and all they see for themselves in their future.  They share which celebrity made them feel like family and all the goings-on that happens behind the scenes of all the cool places and events that give Florida so much of its life! Speaking of life, these girls do NOT hold back in discussing their personal lives. Wow… Ok, truth be told, neither do I; and, apparently, when you get the three of us together, the dirty details fly!  This is a podcast that will leave your head spinning and your belly soar from laughs! Instagram:        Este

  Practically since BIRTH, Scotty Fusion has been destined to entertain.  It’s been his LIFE, and what a life it has been!  In an attempt to NOT ruin the podcast with any spoilers, you are about to be clued into: The cornerstone brand he landed his first gig with; Legendary movie sets he’s been a part of; When he’s lived a life at sea; The “you’ll never see it coming” connection he considers a mentor and close friend; The weirdest Christmas Eve happenings claim I’ve EVER heard; And, oh so much more……!!!   Scotty is an accomplished actor, director, production technician, magician, graphic designer, photographer, and cool soul. He’s goofy, weird, talented, and very passionate, and his podcast will inspire you like no other!   Check out his demo reel!   This episode of Curve the Cube is sponsored by Little Smiles of Florida!  Little Smiles helps kids right here in our own neighborhoods who are struggling through something that no kid should ever have to deal with.  They work with the professionals closest to

  Episode #19 features Jason of the KVJ Show! This radio personality truly is an ultimate example of taking life by the horns and riding that thing to the fullest! He became a member of the show through a random chance at a contest, and the rest is history!     Jason brings the weirdness level of the show up several notches--doing stunts involving everything from a pelican to a MASSIVE container of popcorn. (These two were never in the SAME stunt; so, no worries.)   He wraps his personal hobbies into the show, as well. Jason has a production company he calls Sasquatch Recordings through which he releases the most peculiar, quirky, and ultimately funny and entertaining music, videos, and movies. (Yours truly dies in one of them; so check out his stuff, also looking up "The Value Meal Killah and the Snack Pack," to see it for yourself!)  His "Elf on the Shelf" "tribute" song, "What Does the Elf Say?," even garnered him some out-of-state death threats!     He goes big every time, plays hard, and pushes bounda

  It's the PRESIDENT of Nerdist Industries, Adam Rymer, and I couldn’t have been more excited to talk to him!!  He grew up down here in sunny south Florida, but has seen his career skyrocket—including making The Hollywood Reporter’s 2007 “Next Generation” list of the top 35 entertainment executives under the age of 35.  Adam joined Nerdist a year ago and is positioned as one of the top cutting edge trend setters for this next phase of entertainment’s digital age.   On this podcast, Adam discusses the business strategies he’s employing to grow Nerdist from a podcast by Chris Hardwick, Matt Mira, and Jonah Ray, to a fully integrated and dynamic media enterprise.  The details he shares for cross-branding, cross-marketing, and overall business mechanics are pure GOLD!!!  Even better (for me, at least), he also gives great tips for building a podcast!!!   His career started out in management consulting; but, after a journey of soul-searching, Adam realized his passion was in entertainment.  And, the rest is histo

You can take The Pizza Girls out of New York, but you can't take the New York out of their pizza!  Transplanted in the 90s, Jennifer and Phoebe promised West Palm the most authentically New York pizza experience. They soon realized their newfound love of Florida, and have been delivering on that promise ever since! Located on the end of Clematis Street, where the fountains meet the heart of downtown, the Pizza Girls restaurant has THRIVED!!! Along with their hard work and successes building a small business, the Girls have reaped the benefits of their location's rejuvenation and vibrancy. There is always something (or, oftentimes, several somethings) going on just steps from their doorway. And, their patrons LOVE it!! (Trust me: there is nothing better at an outdoor festival or on a party night than a slice of their Hawaiian, a personal fave.) Jennifer and Phoebe really opened up on this podcast, too. Not only do they offer stories that every business can relate to and gain from, but they also delve into som

The 2015 Shock Pop Comic Con was off the CHAIN, and I got some FANTASTIC audio!!!  I got to meet stars from some of my FAVORITE iconic movies and TV shows, like American Horror Story, Gremlins, The Karate Kid, Sons of Anarchy, Friday the 13th, and more!!!  Oh… my… gosh… my mind is still blown!!! I asked Naomi Grossman about transitioning between two completely different seasons on American Horror Story, met Ari Lehman, the ORIGINAL Jason Voorhees ON Friday the 13th, got an autograph of Ralph Macchio for a friend, and did sooooooo much more!  I even picked up a light-up Hello Kitty t-shirt.  I mean… it was INSANE!!! This was my virginal Comic Con experience, and I’m so glad my brother got to come in town to experience it with me.  We had an absolutely incredible time!!!  We even got to talk to Dr. Who AND witness an interview with G.E.A.R. Radio and Robert Englund up close and personal.  It was AWESOME!!! Enjoy these bits and clips from my interactions with iconic celebrities and impressive cosplayers, then b

Hailing from Wisconsin, Tracy St. George is now fully a Florida girl!!!  She brings her feisty and fabulous sense of style to everything she does in broadcasting.  A fashionista and lover of entertainment (especially where celebrity gossip or Real Housewives are concerned), Tracy has a personality that lights up the airwaves! Brimming with effervescence, Tracy brings every bit of her bubbly personality to this podcast, where she shares the how and why of her journey into radio, what she’s learned over the years, and just how much fun her gig really is!! You can find Tracy on 97.9 WRMF in the afternoons from 2-7 sharing hits from the 90s on and then on Sunny 107.9, giving us the 80s at 8.  (Basically, if there’s a song you love to sing along to, get in your car and tune into Tracy!) Music Bed courtesy of DJ John Hitta!!! Copyright Flint Stone Media, LLC 2015.    

Today’s podcast episode features the rising south Florida EDM artist, DJ John Hitta!!! Not just a disc jockey, but an out-of-this-world performer, no one is precisely sure where DJ John Hitta originates from; but, we at Curve the Cube feel so honored to have him creating our music beds!!!  He is definitely a uniquely-styled EDM artist, and, with his intergalactic apothecary of rhythmic instinct, he manages the mood of a crowd, engages all senses, and puts on a real show!  To see him perform live is a real treat!! So, when the man behind the mask agreed to take the time out of his hectic schedule to talk to me about just how he creates his craft, I was all in!!  We ended up only being able to offer you guys a podcast over the phone due to scheduling conflicts (and I really try to avoid “phone”casts), but it was well worth it!  He talks not just technique, but inspiration—the real spirit of EDM.  He shares details about his growth in the industry, how he has journeyed from being a radio DJ to EDM artist, an

Born in New Orleans, Charles Milling’s raw talent and positivity mix with his resume of musical education and influence to deliver soul-searching tunes that rock the spirit!!!  He is a professional performer, music arranger, and producer, and leads a group of explosively talented musicians in the band, Live Hymnal, every week at St. Joseph’s Episcopal Church in Boynton Beach, FL. Through Live Hymnal, he takes old classic Christian hymns and creates band arrangements for them that are rhythmic and infectious.  It’s a truly unique musical experience that everyone should get a taste of!  In fact, I give you a small tease of Charles’ music at the end of the podcast.  Once you’ve heard it, it will be hard for you to resist downloading more!!! Charles Milling’s Music Live Hymnal Tunes Enjoy!!! Music Bed courtesy of DJ John Hitta!!! Copyright Flint Stone Media, LLC 2015. [UPDATE: A sampling of music from this artist was previously included on this track with permission. In an over-abundance of caution,

Meet Dan Corcoran--one of the reporters for south Florida's division of Scripps' The List! Coming from a hard-hitting news background traveling the country, Dan's "Around South Florida" segments are a window into how he is getting his south Florida footing through some really random local finds! The List is an entertaining trending topics show with funny and often nostalgic pop culture references sprinkled throughout. Through their locally-based "Around Town" segments, each market gets a more in-depth focus on its own backyard.  The show's motto is "There’s the news… and then there’s THE LIST."; and in south Florida, that often gets uniquely interesting. Dan's "Around South Florida" segments allow him to explore the local eateries, events, and other goings-on that make south Florida so captivating; and, Dan’s reporting is super sweet and charming! Enjoy his podcast and then tune in to The List weeknights! In south Florida, that would be on WPTV Channel 5 at 7pm. Otherwise, check your local listings! Music Be

Super-charged with youthful energy and electric talent, Alex Ariete (Alexander Popovics, formerly DJ Pop Drop) is primed and ready to take over the world of EDM!  At only 12 years old, Alex is better known as DJ Pop Drop and has played to crowds of THOUSANDS!!!  Sun Fest and the Vanilla Ice Block Party are just TWO of the venues where this young artist has wowed and entertained! Under the guidance of DJ Supreme1 and through high-level music schooling, Alex has become a formidable DJ.  I have personally had the privilege of watching and hearing some of his performances first-hand.  He’s INCREDIBLE!!! Check out his performances on YouTube and his tracks on SoundCloud; then, go see him live!  He…is…AWESOME!!! At this stage in his career, he feels he has outgrown the “DJ Pop Drop” persona and is ready to launch into the next phase of his career under a new name.  He shared it with me off the record, and it is perfect!  I can’t wait to see this next phase take off, as I KNOW it will!! Watch for the anno