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Eating While Broke

Eating While Broke

The Black Effect Podcast Network and iHeartPodcasts 182 Episodes Jul 23, 2026

Hosted by media maven Coline Witt, 'Eating While Broke' is an interview series where self-made celebrities, influencers, disruptors, and entrepreneurs share meals they once ate when they were broke. Guests recreate low-cost dishes while discussing their life journeys and pivotal moments. The intimate setting blends food and conversation, exploring tales from the trenches of financial struggle and budgeting.

Episodes

YOLANDA "YOYO" WHITAKER - 'Pennywise Quality' Sandwiches & a Second Act
YOLANDA "YOYO" WHITAKER - 'Pennywise Quality' Sandwiches & a Second Act Jul 23, 2026 2805 On this episode of Eating While Broke, host Coline Witt sits down with Grammy-nominated artist, actress, philanthropist, and TV host Yo-Yo (Dr. Yolanda Whitaker) for a real conversation about budgeting, confidence, and rebuilding after major career shifts. Yo-Yo shares her go-to budget-friendly rotisserie chicken sandwich made with potato bread, cheddar cheese, mayo, mustard, pickles, and banana p
SUMMER GRAYS - Feeding a Dream on Buttered Spaghetti
SUMMER GRAYS - Feeding a Dream on Buttered Spaghetti Jul 16, 2026 2221 On this episode of Eating While Broke, host Coline Witt welcomes entrepreneur Summer Grays —founder and CEO of Mercy Angels Hospice and creator of the My Butler Al app while cooking her struggle meal: spaghetti with butter, Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Summer opens up about becoming a teen mom, a short-lived marriage to an older man, and finishing school through summer school. She shares how
AIDA RODRIGUEZ - Bread, Sauce, and a Breakthrough
AIDA RODRIGUEZ - Bread, Sauce, and a Breakthrough Jul 9, 2026 3217 On this episode of  Eating While Broke, host  Coline Witt  is joined by comedian and podcast host  Aida Rodriguez, who makes a budget-friendly French bread pizza inspired by her childhood. Aida shares how her Puerto Rican upbringing led her family to make “poor people pizza” at home using whatever bread, marinara sauce, and affordable cheese they had. Together, they
DOUG MELVILLE - A Come-Up Served Over Rice (pt. 2)
DOUG MELVILLE - A Come-Up Served Over Rice (pt. 2) Jul 2, 2026 3393 In the second part of her comprehensive interview, Coline Witt sits down with Doug Melville: reputation management and international diversity expert, Stanford lecturer, Forbes contributor, bestselling author of 'Invisible Generals', interim CEO of the Council of Urban Professionals (CUP), and host of 'DM Me With Doug Melville.' Doug breaks down what reputation management really means today, how s
DOUG MELVILLE - A Come-Up Served Over Rice (pt. 1)
DOUG MELVILLE - A Come-Up Served Over Rice (pt. 1) Jun 25, 2026 2717 Coline Witt  welcomes Doug Melville—reputation management and international diversity expert, Stanford lecturer, Forbes contributor, bestselling author of 'Invisible Generals', interim CEO of the Council of Urban Professionals (CUP), and host of 'DM Me With Doug Melville' for an unforgettable conversation on career pivots, reputation, and the broke-college origin of his famous “Ch
NINA LINH - Sealing Strength with Wontons of Wisdom
NINA LINH - Sealing Strength with Wontons of Wisdom Apr 30, 2026 2848 In this episode of Eating While Broke, host Coline Witt is joined by special guest Nina Lynn, a seasoned executive, founder of the Wonder Seed Foundation, and a candidate for Congress. They discuss Nina's background, her nonprofit work helping at-risk youth heal from trauma, and her advocacy for meaningful education reform. Nina shares her personal story, including her family's journey as first-ge
LAKEISHA LANDRUM PIERRE - From Raisins to Returns
LAKEISHA LANDRUM PIERRE - From Raisins to Returns Apr 23, 2026 3961 Host Coline Witt welcomes Lakeisha Landrum Pierre, founder and managing partner of Emily Line Venture Capital, for a conversation about venture capital’s influence, the industry’s barriers for women and people of color, and why representation among check-writers matters. Lakeisha cooks a low-cost Colombian coconut rice with raisins inspired by her broke grad school days at Harvard, and
ZOE SPENCER - Comfort Food, Uncomfortable Growth
ZOE SPENCER - Comfort Food, Uncomfortable Growth Apr 16, 2026 3367 Host Coline Witt welcomes streamer and content creator Zoe Spencer to an episode of "Eating While Broke," where Zoe cooks her throwback meal: pork and beans with cut-up hot dogs, butter, pepper, and sugar, served with rice (or bread). While cooking, Zoe talks about growing up in a two-parent, middle-class household in Brooklyn with hardworking parents, her early jobs (a supermarket at 16, Burlingt
USAMA SIDDIQUEE - Bagels, Grit, and Punchlines
USAMA SIDDIQUEE - Bagels, Grit, and Punchlines Apr 9, 2026 2438 Laugh your way through the grind with this episode of Eating While Broke! Host Coline Witt welcomes stand-up powerhouse Usama Siddiquee for a raw, hilarious, and inspiring look at the real life of a comedian chasing big dreams in New York City. Usama opens up about deferring med school, surviving on bagels, the relentless hustle of the NYC comedy scene, and the cultural expectations from his immig
CAMARA JACKSON - Crispy Courage
CAMARA JACKSON - Crispy Courage Apr 2, 2026 2889 In this inspiring episode of Eating While Broke, host Coline Witt sits down with entrepreneur and changemaker Camara Jackson, founder of Elite Learners, Inc. Discover how Camara transformed her personal battle with sickle cell disease into a powerful mission—building a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that uplifts youth and families across New York City. Camara shares the real story behind Elite Learners
ALEXX MEDIA - Honey Nut Cheerios Remix
ALEXX MEDIA - Honey Nut Cheerios Remix Mar 26, 2026 2534 Dive into the world of creative hustle in this episode of Eating While Broke! Host Coline Witt sits down with renowned filmmaker and producer Alexx Media, the visionary behind viral comedy specials and co-owner of WTF Studios.  Alexx opens up about his rise from humble beginnings to directing Andrew Schulz’s Netflix special, “Schulz Saves America,” and building a powerhouse
Ranagade PerRana - Cream Cheese, Salmon & Smoke
Ranagade PerRana - Cream Cheese, Salmon & Smoke Mar 19, 2026 2958 In this episode of “Eating While Broke,” host Coline Witt is joined by entrepreneur and entertainer Ranagade PerRana. The duo dives into Ranagade’s version of a classic struggle meal featuring eggs, bread, cream cheese, and smoked salmon—an easy, budget-friendly dish with a luxe twist.   As they cook, Ranagade shares her journey from Iran to Los Angeles, her passion fo

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