

AIDA RODRIGUEZ - Bread, Sauce, and a Breakthrough
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…

DOUG MELVILLE - A Come-Up Served Over Rice (pt. 2)
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…

DOUG MELVILLE - A Come-Up Served Over Rice (pt. 1)
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 conve…

NINA LINH - Sealing Strength with Wontons of Wisdom
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 me…

LAKEISHA LANDRUM PIERRE - From Raisins to Returns
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 C…

ZOE SPENCER - Comfort Food, Uncomfortable Growth
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, middl…

USAMA SIDDIQUEE - Bagels, Grit, and Punchlines
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 …

CAMARA JACKSON - Crispy Courage
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 upli…

ALEXX MEDIA - Honey Nut Cheerios Remix
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 Andr…

Ranagade PerRana - Cream Cheese, Salmon & Smoke
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 c…