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518Talks

by William Rivas

518Talks is a podcast created to share innovative and emerging ideas from the individuals changing the face of the Capital Region.

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Episodes

  1. Quarantine Conversations

    On this episode I speak with Starkeya King owner of Touch By Tara's. Which is a homegrown beauty and wellness line. Tune in as she talks about raising young Entrepreneurs, dealing with societal inequality and the passion for giving back.

  2. 518 the Love City

    Have you ever wondered what is on the minds of our youth? I mean based on media all we see is teenage pregnancy, gangs and drugs! How do our youth view these situations and better yet how do they overcome them? Tune in as I speak with Jeremiah and Chris Davis Twin CEO's of their own Clothing…

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  3. 518Talks Podcast 2020 Episode 1:Establishing your Dream with ForeverBrokeClothing CEO Robert Dobbs

    on this Episode I talk with ForeverBrokeClothing CEO Robert Dobbs. Listen in as he talks about his coming from a difficult background to become the CEO of a clothing company, community Leader and more. TUNE in!!

  4. 518Talks Podcast Episode 21: The Power of Purpose featuring Tanika Dickson

    In this episode I meet with Tanika Dickson who talks about her life, and some of her choices. As a formerly incarcerated young woman she dives into her past, and how she used her situation as a motivation for change. Listen to how she describes her thought process throughout and how now she wants...

  5. 518Talks Episode 20: Organizing around Healthcare Reform

    Crystal Perry is the Political Organizer for the 1199SEIU and Sarah Couch is with the Healthcare Education Act. Tune in as they breakdown their work and why it is important for people to be informed regarding the upcoming Medicaid cuts and how you can get involved.

  6. 518Talks Podcast Episode 19: Art and Activism

    On this Episode I get speak withThanks to WAM Associate Producing Director Kahlia Russell-Self and Producing Artistic Director Kristen van Ginhoven on the 518Talks podcast at Urban Co-Works. Tune in as they talk about Systemic oppression, Social Justice and how it all ties in to Arts and Theater!...

  7. 518Talks Podcast Episode 18: Political Activism with Omar McGill

    In this Episode I speak with Omar McGill who is running for Schenectady County Legislature. Omar is a Homegrown Hero, having grown up in the Schenectady area he went on to graduate from Morehouse University. He came home to work at the NYS Assembly and NYS Senate. Omar also started his own...

  8. Episode 17: Consistency and Transparency

    On this episode we talk about the trials of life and how they can effect your business and having the ability to maintain a certain balance.

  9. Episode 16: Wolfpack Wednesdays- Identifying Opportunity

    On this episode we talk about identifying your opportunity. Why we do not recognize our opportunity, What holds us back from going for our opportunity and how to seize the moment.

  10. Episode 14: Wolfpack Wednesdays-Branding

    Take a ride on the Branding side of business. Living your brand, building your brand making your brand an extension of you.

  11. Episode 13: The Grass is not Greener on the other side.

    Myself and Earl Page talk about facing down those stereotypes, breaking mental chains and finding your path to financial freedom.

  12. Episode 12: From the Bottom with Kaheem A. Priest

    myself and special guest Kaheem Priest talk about building your brand from the bottom. Starting with nothing but a passion and your motivation.

  13. Episode 11: From WANTREPRENEUR to Entrepreneur

    Here myself and Deshawn talk about going from wanting to start a business to putting together the plan and implementing the structure.

  14. Episode 10: Collective Leadership with Damonni Farley

    Take a second to listen to our conversation about the community, rebuilding our families, empowerment through education and more with fellow community Leader Damonni Farley.

  15. Episode 9:Taking your business from 0 to 100

    In this Episode of Wolfpack Wednesdays myself and Deshawn talk about capturing that energy and magnifying your potential. Going 0 to 100!!!

  16. Episode 8: Putting the Busy in Business

    This Wolfpack Wednesday me and Deshawn talk about Time Management, Leveraging your experience and setting up meetings and consultations.

  17. 518Talks Podcast Episode 7:Living Your Authentic Life

    On this episode my guest are Tyrell Outlaw aka Rell Dolo and Alfredo Smalls, we talk about Living a life of authenticity and integrity. How to utilize your experiences to focus on your path and fulfill your journey.

  18. 518Talks Podcast Episode 6: Wolfpack Wednesdays- Creating Content

    Me and Deshawn talk about launching a podcast and finding your niche in business and life.

  19. 518 Talks Podcast Epsiode 5: Wolfpack Wednesdays- Starting your own Business

    Myself and Deshawn talk about the Wolfpack Wealth Group, starting your own business, understanding the rules and the language and why it is so important for you to start your own business now!!

  20. 518Talks Episode 3: Rise of the Entrepreneur

    In this episode we talk with special guest Deshawn Kunath of the Wolfpack Wealth Group. He dives into the decision to be involved in creating wealth for others and how the information although while hidden can be accessed. Take the time to create your wealth it is there for you!!! #Wolfpack

  21. 518Talks Episode 2 :Greatness Over Hatred

    This is the idea of identifying Greatness not only in yourself but others as well. Also making the choice to not take part in the hatred destroying our world.

  22. 518Talks Podcast Episode 1

    What is 518Talks? What is the vision? what is the purpose? These questions and lore answered...please tune in

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

518Talks is a podcast created to share innovative and emerging ideas from the individuals changing the face of the Capital Region.

HOSTED BY

William Rivas

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How many episodes does 518Talks have?

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518Talks is a podcast created to share innovative and emerging ideas from the individuals changing the face of the Capital Region.

How often does 518Talks release new episodes?

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518Talks is created and hosted by William Rivas.
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