From Broke to Breakthrough: Courtney L. Branch's Journey in TV and Film!

In this inspiring episode of Eating While Broke, host Coline Witt welcomes the dynamic Courtney L. Branch—TV producer, entertainment entrepreneur, and co-founder of the Micha Show Film Festival.

Courtney opens up about her incredible journey, from working behind the scenes on the Dr. Phil Show to launching one of the fastest-growing multicultural film festivals in the United States.As they cook Courtney’s favorite budget-friendly dish—fried red pepper cabbage—she shares honest reflections on resilience, overcoming workplace discrimination, and finding creative ways to thrive during financially tight times.

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In this explosive two-part episode, Coline sits down with the one and only Van Lathan for a conversation that's as real as it gets.

Originally aired May 9th, 2024:

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In this explosive two-part episode, Coline sits down with the one and only Van Lathan for a conversation that's as real as it gets.

Van takes us on a journey through his remarkable life, from the streets of Baton Rouge to the bright lights of Hollywood. He shares his triumphs and his struggles, his moments of doubt and his unshakable determination.

Originally aired May 2nd, 2024:

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Grammy-winning Music Producer Rockstar ($100M+ Records Sold) shares his incredible journey from South Central LA to Music Industry Legend! Listen to his FULL Success Story on Eating While Broke with Coline Witt.

Originally aired March 27th, 2025:

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On this week's episode of Eating While Broke, Coline sits down with Independent Artist and Business Genius: LaRUSSELL.

They will discuss the difference between record deals and partnerships, the reason why he has been turning the game upside down and taking the term "consumer investment" to a whole new level.

Originally aired on December 8th, 2023:

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On this week’s episode of Eating While Broke, Coline sits down with the unstoppable force known as Weezy. Dive into a world of flavor as they whip up 'Gourmet Mac and Cheese,' a unique take on a classic comfort food.

Experience a moment of introspection as Weezy shares personal revelations about her life story and relish her excitement over an undisclosed milestone.

Originally aired on August 10th, 2023:

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Join host Coline Witt in this captivating episode of Eating While Broke as she sits down with Danielle Solomon, a talented creative producer and screenwriter behind projects like 'Hey Boo' (available on Peacock and Tubi) and the hit show 'Mind Your Business' on Bounce.

Danielle shares her family's nostalgic 'Pork and Beans and Cheese' recipe while recounting her inspiring journey from a single-parent household in Virginia to breaking into the entertainment industry. She opens up about her early struggles, landing her first internship, selling her first show, and navigating the challenges of ownership, representation, and distribution.

Through candid reflections, Danielle highlights the importance of resilience, creativity, and embracing independent content creation in today's digital landscape. This episode is packed with valuable insights and inspiration for aspiring creators and storytellers.

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Join host Coline Witt on this episode of Eating While Broke as she sits down with recording artist Larren Wong, who’s here to promote his latest EP, “Fourth and Long.” Dive into Larren’s powerful story as he shares his transition from NFL player to successful musician, all while cooking up his signature “L Wong Classic” steak and mashed potatoes recipe!

Larren opens up about his childhood, the discipline and teamwork learned from football, and how those lessons shaped his music career. He also discusses the challenges of starting over, his passion for cryptocurrency, and the ups and downs of chasing dreams in both sports and the music industry.

Whether you’re a fan of football, hip-hop, or inspirational comeback stories, this episode is packed with motivation, practical cooking tips, and real talk about persistence and reinvention.

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