

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…

JOHNNY RAY GILL - Head to Tail, Art to Survival
In this episode of “Eating While Broke,” host Coline Witt welcomes special guest Johnny Ray Gill as they explore the art of preparing a whole fish on a budget. Johnny shares his recipe for baked whole fish, a dish he learned in Ghana, highlighting its affordability, rich flavors, and cultural roots…

ATREYU (Wangs n Thangs) - Rolling Sardines, Flipping Futures
In this episode of “Eating While Broke,” host Coline Witt sits down with Atreyu “Reu” Rahmen, the entrepreneur behind Venice Beach’s popular spot, Wang’s N Thangs. Reu shares the incredible story of his journey from a federal camp to owning a thriving restaurant on Venice Beach. They dive into h…

DIDI J - Pop N' Pancakes
In this episode of Eating While Broke, host Coline Witt sits down with Serbian pop sensation DIDI J to explore her inspiring journey from Serbia to the US music charts. DIDI J opens up about the challenges she faced, her dreams of winning a Grammy, and what it takes to succeed in the competitive mu…