In her 20s, Marvina Robinson and her friends would sip champagne from red plastic cups on Bed-Stuy stoops. Two decades later, Marvina is one of the few Black women entrepreneurs in the champagne industry. She left her career on Wall Street to follow her passion, establishing B. Stuyvesant Champagne. She brings a fresh perspective to a wine synonymous with luxury. It’s not just for special occasions, instead, it can be enjoyed with every-day meals.

In this episode Marvina shares her journey in starting B. Stuyvesant Champagne, the challenges she faced along the way.

Learn more: 

https://www.stuyvesantchampagne.com/

https://www.instagram.com/stuyvesantchampagne/

In her 20s, Marvina Robinson and her friends would sip champagne from red plastic cups on Bed-Stuy stoops. Two decades later, Marvina is one of the few Black women entrepreneurs in the champagne industry. She left her career on Wall Street to follow her passion, establishing B. Stuyvesant Champagne. She brings a fresh perspective to a wine synonymous with luxury. It’s not just for special occasions, instead, it can be enjoyed with every-day meals.
In this episode Marvina shares her journey in starting B. Stuyvesant Champagne, the challenges she faced along the way.
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Learn more: 
<a href="https://www.stuyvesantchampagne.com/">https://www.stuyvesantchampagne.com/</a> 
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/stuyvesantchampagne/">https://www.instagram.com/stuyvesantchampagne/</a>

Welcome to the Epicenter NYC podcast. Every week we share an in-depth look at one of our top stories. We'll also take a moment to share a story from one our neighbors - someone like you! For more visit us at epicenter-nyc.com and subscribe to our newsletter.

Intro music: http://karavikamusic.com/

Production: https://www.pirateaudio.co/

Welcome to the Epicenter NYC podcast. Every week we share an in-depth look at one of our top stories. We'll also take a moment to share a story from one our neighbors - someone like you! For more visit us at <a href="https://epicenter-nyc.com/">epicenter-nyc.com</a> and subscribe to our newsletter.
Intro music: <a href="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://karavikamusic.com/&amp;sa=D&amp;source=editors&amp;ust=1620801442290000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2BA7tOmAA5pmyU6HLQXTLH" data-rawhref="http://karavikamusic.com/">http://karavikamusic.com/</a>
Production: <a href="https://www.pirateaudio.co/">https://www.pirateaudio.co/</a>

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B. Stuyvesant Champagne: the sparkling wine empire built by a Black woman

Good Form Studios is a boutique gym in Rockaway Beach that's redefining what fitness means for beginners. Founder, Monice Small, has built a community-focused space where people of all fitness levels come to feel stronger, more confident, and more connected—to themselves and each other.

Today, I sit down with Monice to learn more about her journey from running track in high school to becoming a Pilates instructor and personal trainer, and ultimately, starting her own gym. She talks about the challenges she faced—like crowdfunding for her first 400-square-foot space during the pandemic and navigating the complexities of starting a business as an undocumented immigrant with DACA status. 

https://www.goodformny.com/

https://www.goodformny.com/contact-goodform

Good Form Studios is a boutique gym in Rockaway Beach that's redefining what fitness means for beginners. Founder, Monice Small, has built a community-focused space where people of all fitness levels come to feel stronger, more confident, and more connected—to themselves and each other.
Today, I sit down with Monice to learn more about her journey from running track in high school to becoming a Pilates instructor and personal trainer, and ultimately, starting her own gym. She talks about the challenges she faced—like crowdfunding for her first 400-square-foot space during the pandemic and navigating the complexities of starting a business as an undocumented immigrant with DACA status. 
<a href="https://www.goodformny.com/">https://www.goodformny.com/</a>
<a href="https://www.goodformny.com/contact-goodform">https://www.goodformny.com/contact-goodform</a>

How one Rockaway Beach gym is redefining fitness

In the heart of Sugar Hill, Manhattan’s only Black-owned comedy club, Comedy in Harlem, is entertaining and empowering the community. Founded by comedians Nicky Sunshine and Jamie Roberts, Comedy in Harlem isn’t only about the punchlines; it’s about creating a space for free expression and community connection – especially in turbulent times.

The club is also a tribute to Harlem’s cultural legacy and a platform for diverse voices to speak their truths. The club brings together locals and visitors alike, from young artists testing their skills at open mics to audience members looking for an escape through humor.

Today – we’re talking with Nicky about how Comedy in Harlem came to be, the challenges of running a small business in New York, and the deep responsibility she feels in amplifying marginalized voices. 

https://epicenter-nyc.com/manhattans-only-black-owned-comedy-club-offers-laughter-to-ease-election-stress/

https://www.comedyinharlem.com/

https://www.instagram.com/comedyinharlem/

In the heart of Sugar Hill, Manhattan’s only Black-owned comedy club, Comedy in Harlem, is entertaining and empowering the community. Founded by comedians Nicky Sunshine and Jamie Roberts, Comedy in Harlem isn’t only about the punchlines; it’s about creating a space for free expression and community connection – especially in turbulent times.
The club is also a tribute to Harlem’s cultural legacy and a platform for diverse voices to speak their truths. The club brings together locals and visitors alike, from young artists testing their skills at open mics to audience members looking for an escape through humor.
Today – we’re talking with Nicky about how Comedy in Harlem came to be, the challenges of running a small business in New York, and the deep responsibility she feels in amplifying marginalized voices. 
<a href="https://epicenter-nyc.com/manhattans-only-black-owned-comedy-club-offers-laughter-to-ease-election-stress/">https://epicenter-nyc.com/manhattans-only-black-owned-comedy-club-offers-laughter-to-ease-election-stress/</a>
<a href="https://www.comedyinharlem.com/">https://www.comedyinharlem.com/</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/comedyinharlem/">https://www.instagram.com/comedyinharlem/</a>

Manhattan’s only Black-owned comedy club offers laughter to ease election stress

For many of us, election season comes with spikes in stress and anxiety. With so much uncertainty, it's easy to feel overwhelmed, especially when the news and social media seem to only amplify our worries. The constant barrage of headlines, debates, and predictions can make it difficult to stay focused on our daily lives, leaving us feeling powerless and emotionally drained.

But to help us navigate it all is Dr. Laura Roberts, a New York City psychologist who specializes in anxiety. 

Today, Dr. Roberts joins me to discuss practical strategies to manage election — and post-election —anxiety—from calming techniques to finding resilience—so that we can stay grounded even as emotions run high. 

Read our full story: https://epicenter-nyc.com/how-to-manage-election-anxiety/

https://epicenter-nyc.com/election-2024/

For many of us, election season comes with spikes in stress and anxiety. With so much uncertainty, it's easy to feel overwhelmed, especially when the news and social media seem to only amplify our worries. The constant barrage of headlines, debates, and predictions can make it difficult to stay focused on our daily lives, leaving us feeling powerless and emotionally drained.
But to help us navigate it all is Dr. Laura Roberts, a New York City psychologist who specializes in anxiety. 
Today, Dr. Roberts joins me to discuss practical strategies to manage election — and post-election —anxiety—from calming techniques to finding resilience—so that we can stay grounded even as emotions run high. 
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Read our full story: <a href="https://epicenter-nyc.com/how-to-manage-election-anxiety/">https://epicenter-nyc.com/how-to-manage-election-anxiety/</a> 
<a href="https://epicenter-nyc.com/election-2024/">https://epicenter-nyc.com/election-2024/</a>

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