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Welcome to The VIBE with your host entrepreneur, speaker, CEO, author, husband and father Kelly Cardenas. On this podcast you will enjoy engaging raw interviews, wisdom based commentary and live events. Kelly will make you laugh, think and sometimes tear up as he taps into the concept that your VIBE is not the energy that you bring into the room, it is the way that people feel when you leave.
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What happens when a Marine veteran steps into a room and completely changes the energy without saying much at all?That’s exactly why I wanted you to meet Gil Rosado Jr.Gil spent nearly two decades serving in the United States Marine Corps before building a reputation as a respected leader, mentor, and advocate for helping others discover what’s possible beyond their current circumstances. Today, he continues to impact lives through leadership, service, and a relentless commitment to creating opportunities for people around him.But this episode isn’t about a résumé.It’s about the mindset, character, discipline, and perspective that shaped the man behind the title.There were several moments during this conversation that made me stop and think, “More people need to hear this.”Whether you’re a leader, entrepreneur, veteran, business owner, or simply someone looking for clarity on your next step, you’ll find yourself leaning in as Gil shares the experiences that shaped his journey and the lessons that continue to guide him today.Some people command attention because they’re loud.Others command attention because they’ve earned it.Gil is the second kind.Watch the full episode and discover why.Subscribe for more conversations with extraordinary people who are making an impact through leadership, service, purpose, and authenticity.#TheVibePodcast #KellyCardenas #Leadership #MarineVeteran #Veterans #PersonalGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment #PurposeDrivenLife #SuccessMindset #VeteranLeadership
What happens when you pull a friend into a podcast studio, turn on the microphones, hit record, and THEN tell them they're on a podcast?Well... you're about to find out.Welcome to You Have to Meet My Friends—the podcast series that's becoming a phenomenon because nobody knows they're going to be on the show until they're already on the show. No preparation. No media training. No rehearsed answers. Just real people, real conversations, and real moments that can't be scripted.In this episode, I managed to get my friend Dave Blackford into the studio, sit him down, turn the mics on, and let the magic happen before he fully realized what was going on. What followed was exactly why this series exists: authentic conversation, unexpected laughs, incredible stories, and the kind of connection that's becoming harder and harder to find in a world full of filters and carefully crafted content.The truth is, some of the best conversations in life happen when nobody is trying to have one.That's the heart behind You Have to Meet My Friends.Sometimes I call people live and they don't answer. Sometimes I get sent straight to voicemail and receive a healthy reminder that my contact list may not be as impressed with me as I am. But every once in a while, someone picks up—or in this case, unknowingly sits down in the studio—and something special happens.This isn't just a podcast.It's a social experiment.It's a masterclass in spontaneity.It's proof that the most meaningful conversations often happen when nobody has time to prepare.Whether you're an entrepreneur, leader, creator, speaker, business owner, or simply someone who loves authentic storytelling, this episode will remind you that genuine human connection still wins.In this episode:• Unscripted conversation with Dave Blackford Unexpected stories and hilarious moments• Leadership insights and life lessons• Real friendship and authentic connection• The power of spontaneity and showing up as yourselfIf you're tired of polished interviews and predictable podcasts, you're going to love this.Subscribe, turn on notifications, and join the movement because with You Have to Meet My Friends, nobody knows they're the guest until they're already the guest.And honestly...That's where the magic lives.#Podcast #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #Storytelling #Authenticity #KellyCardenas #YouHaveToMeetMyFriends #DaveBlackford #BusinessPodcast #PersonalGrowth
In this episode of the Amplify Speakers podcast, host Chris Sund interviews Kelly Cardenas. He shares his journey from business owner to influential speaker, emphasizing the importance of culture, vibe, and authentic communication in creating successful organizations and impactful experiences. Discover practical strategies to enhance team engagement, build culture, and deliver memorable live events. Takeaways Chapters00:00 Introduction to Kelly Cardenas02:20 The Journey of Entrepreneurship05:50 Understanding the Vibe12:02 Defining Culture in Business15:24 Communication and Culture20:15 Speaking Life into Employees27:32 The Ripple Effect of Positive Culture30:10 The Importance of Being Seen and Heard31:53 Creating a Culture of Value33:01 Introducing the Vibroom Experience40:09 The Magic of Connection at the Vibroom41:59 Building Your Own Stage45:18 Expanding the Vibroom Experience48:23 The Ripple Effect of Impactful Experiences Quotes "Most challenges come down to communication.""Love the system, manage the people.""Leave every place better than you found it." LinksKelly Cardenas’ Profile: https://amplifyspeakers.com/kelly-cardenas/ Kelly Cardenas’ Website: https://www.kellycardenas.com/ Kelly Cardenas’ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-cardenas/ Kelly Cardenas’ Book: https://www.amazon.com/Vibe-Missing-Ingredient-Changes-Everything-ebook/dp/B0CKNV93XR
Buy the Inchstones-The Vibe within book hereBefore there was social media influence, personal branding, or leadership books, there was wisdom.In this episode of The Vibe with Kelly Cardenas, we dive deep into Proverbs 8 and one of the most powerful lessons my parents ever taught me:"Boy, you better know who you're dealing with."My Pops would say it one way. My mama would say, "Don't be a respecter of persons." For years, those ideas seemed contradictory. As life unfolded, I realized they work together perfectly.This conversation explores why wisdom calls out to us constantly, why so many people ignore it, and why understanding the people, places, and situations around you can dramatically impact your personal, professional, spiritual, and financial life.In Proverbs 8, wisdom isn't passive—it is pleading with us to listen. It offers prudence, discernment, truth, justice, sound judgment, knowledge, and direction. More valuable than gold, silver, or precious jewels, wisdom has been available since the beginning of time. The question is: are we willing to listen?In this episode, you'll discover:✅ Why wisdom is the foundation of great leadership✅ How discernment helps you navigate relationships and opportunities✅ The connection between wisdom, prosperity, and purpose✅ Why humility is essential for growth✅ How Proverbs 8 applies to modern business, leadership, and everyday life✅ Why "knowing who you're dealing with" can change your futureWisdom is not a destination.It's a daily process.Just like spending time with God, wisdom requires intentional pursuit. When you find wisdom, you find life.The challenge isn't whether wisdom is available.The challenge is whether we're paying attention.If you've ever wondered how to make better decisions, build stronger relationships, lead with greater confidence, and create a life with deeper meaning, this episode is for you.🎙️ Subscribe for more conversations on leadership, faith, personal growth, entrepreneurship, mindset, and The VIBE Method™.👇 Drop a comment:What's the greatest piece of wisdom someone has ever shared with you?#Proverbs8 #Wisdom #Leadership #Faith #PersonalDevelopment #ChristianLeadership #Mindset #SuccessPrinciples #Entrepreneurship #SelfImprovement #SpiritualGrowth #BusinessLeadership #KellyCardenas #TheVibeWithKellyCardenas #WisdomFromGod #PurposeDrivenLife #LeadershipDevelopment #GrowthMindset #Motivation #LifeLessons
Franklin Vanderbilt: The Drummer Behind Lenny Kravitz, Stevie Wonder, Chaka Khan & More | The Vibe Podcast with Kelly CardenasWhat makes a true rockstar?Is it the stages they've played, the legends they've performed with, or something deeper?In this powerful episode of The Vibe Podcast, Kelly Cardenas sits down with legendary musician, songwriter, producer, entrepreneur, and creative visionary Franklin Vanderbilt.For 15 years, Franklin served as the drummer for Lenny Kravitz, helping shape the sound and energy of one of rock music's most iconic live performances. Throughout his remarkable career, he has also worked alongside music legends including Stevie Wonder, Chaka Khan, Stanley Clarke, Richie Kotzen, and many more. Today, he continues to expand his influence through groundbreaking creative projects, his latest solo album Inside My Silence, and his innovative new brand, Royal Cadence.But this conversation goes far beyond music.Kelly first met Franklin years ago at a drum circle overlooking the California coast. While Franklin's résumé reads like a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction speech, what stood out wasn't the celebrity—it was the character.This episode explores the mindset, creativity, leadership, authenticity, and personal philosophy that have allowed Franklin Vanderbilt to build a career that transcends genres, industries, and expectations.Whether you're a musician, entrepreneur, creator, leader, artist, or simply someone looking for inspiration, this conversation offers powerful insights into what it means to create a lasting impact while staying true to yourself.🔥 In this episode, you'll discover:• The journey behind Franklin Vanderbilt's legendary music career• Stories from performing with Lenny Kravitz, Stevie Wonder, Chaka Khan, and other icons• The inspiration behind Inside My Silence• The vision driving Royal Cadence• Why authenticity remains the ultimate competitive advantage• Lessons on creativity, leadership, resilience, and personal growth• The mindset required to build a legacyIf you enjoy conversations about music, rock and roll, entrepreneurship, leadership, creativity, personal development, culture, and living a life with purpose, this is an episode you won't want to miss.👇 Tell us in the comments:What makes someone a true rockstar?Subscribe for more conversations with world-class leaders, artists, entrepreneurs, athletes, creators, and visionaries.#FranklinVanderbilt #LennyKravitz #StevieWonder #ChakaKhan #RockAndRoll #MusicPodcast #TheVibePodcast #KellyCardenas #InsideMySilence #RoyalCadence #Leadership #Entrepreneurship #Creativity #PersonalDevelopment #PodcastInterview #MusicianLife #MusicIndustry #RockMusic #LegendaryMusicians
You Have to Meet My FriendsAmanda Vegas answered and her is the link that you will all be asking for! Click hereI had an idea recently that felt either incredibly brilliant… or like the beginning of a mild public humiliation.Honestly, the jury is still out.So here’s what I started doing:I go live on my podcast, scroll through my phone, randomly call my friends, and they have absolutely NO idea they’re about to be on a podcast.No warning.No prep.No “Hey, do you have a few minutes?” text.Just me out here risking lifelong friendships for content 😅The series is called You Have to Meet My Friends and somehow it has turned into one of my favorite things we’ve ever done.Now let me be clear… sometimes this thing goes sideways FAST.Sometimes nobody answers.And there is truly nothing more humbling than staring into a camera while your phone rings six times and goes straight to voicemail. It’s basically a live-action reminder that everybody’s “brother” until they’re in a Costco parking lot ignoring your call.But then…Somebody picks up.And that’s when the magic happens.Because what comes out of these conversations is real life. No polished interview voice. No rehearsed answers. No “personal brand” version of people. Just honest moments with incredible humans caught completely off guard.One minute we’re laughing about something ridiculous, the next minute somebody says something profound that hits me right between the eyes.That’s the thing I’m loving most about this series:You can’t manufacture real connection.You can create the space for it.You can take the risk for it.You can press call and hope for the best.But the real stuff? The meaningful stuff? That only happens when people show up as themselves.And I think we’re starving for that right now.Everything feels so scheduled. So polished. So optimized.Meanwhile, some of the best moments in my life have happened unexpectedly. A random phone call. A conversation that almost didn’t happen. A moment I couldn’t have planned if I tried.That’s what You Have to Meet My Friends is really about.It’s a reminder that life still has room for surprise.That spontaneity still matters.That maybe the best conversations don’t happen in a studio with perfect lighting and scripted questions… maybe they happen when somebody answers the phone with:“Wait… I’m on WHAT right now?!”So if you’ve ever wondered what would happen if you leaned into the unknown a little more… come hang out with us.And fair warning:If you’re in my contacts… keep your phone nearby 😂The next call might be yours.This edition of The VIBE is proudly sponsored by Cardenas Law Group
In this powerful episode of The Vibe with Kelly Cardenas, I share one of the greatest lessons my father ever taught me.My Pops was a boxer. Growing up, he would always say:“Boy, all you have to do is get them mad and then they can be taken out.”At first, I thought he was talking about boxing.Years later, I realized he was talking about life.Whether in business, leadership, relationships, faith, or personal growth, anger has a way of stealing our focus and making us vulnerable to poor decisions. The moment we become consumed by frustration, offense, or outrage, we stop seeing clearly.In this episode, we explore Proverbs 2 from a completely different perspective by reading it backwards. Instead of starting with wisdom, we begin by examining what we stand to lose when we ignore it.Imagine losing everything valuable because you were distracted by shiny opportunities, smooth talk, bad influences, or temporary emotions.Proverbs 2 reveals a powerful solution:Store up wisdom.Turn your ear.Apply your heart.Call out for understanding.Search for insight.When we pursue wisdom, we develop knowledge, understanding, discernment, discipline, discretion, and strength. Those qualities ultimately produce the fruit we all desire: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.This episode is for anyone who is:✔ Struggling with anger✔ Looking for greater focus✔ Seeking biblical wisdom✔ Growing as a leader✔ Building stronger relationships✔ Pursuing spiritual growth✔ Wanting more self-control and emotional intelligenceMy father’s boxing lesson became one of life’s greatest leadership lessons: focus determines your future.The question is simple:What has your attention today?Wisdom or anger?If this message resonates with you, subscribe, share it with someone you care about, and join us as we continue pursuing a better VIBE one Inchstone at a time.#Proverbs2 #BiblicalWisdom #Focus #SelfControl #PersonalGrowth #LeadershipDevelopment #ChristianPodcast #Mindset #FaithBasedLeadership #EmotionalIntelligence #KellyCardenas #TheVibePodcast #Wisdom #SpiritualGrowth #PurposeDrivenLife
For more than six years, I've wanted to have this conversation.You know how there are certain people whose work stops you in your tracks? People who don't just create content—they create emotion. They tell stories that make you feel something long after the screen goes dark.That's Brad Dunn.Today, that six-year desire finally became action, and I couldn't be more grateful.Brad is the creative force behind projects for Wendy's, Ford, Car Driver, Chef Ethan Yang, the Savannah Bananas (Party Animals), Lil Wayne, Bob Burnquist, the X Games, and countless other brands, athletes, artists, and visionaries. But what makes Brad special isn't his résumé—it's his heart.In this episode, we go far beyond cameras, editing, and filmmaking.We talk about prayer.We talk about relationships.We talk about family.We talk about purpose.And we explore the burning desire that drives Brad's storytelling and filmmaking at the highest level.What you'll discover is that great storytelling isn't about equipment, budgets, or algorithms. It's about seeing people, understanding emotion, and creating something that moves others.If you're a filmmaker, entrepreneur, content creator, business owner, creative professional, or simply someone chasing a dream you've been carrying for years, this conversation is for you.And if you're fortunate enough to work with Brad, you'll quickly understand why his work has the power to elevate brands, build connection, and create impact that lasts.This is only the beginning. There will be many more conversations with Brad to come, and I couldn't think of a better place to start than here.Watch until the end—you'll walk away inspired to tell your story more boldly.Connect with Brad Dunn:🌐 Dunnrite Productions: https://dunnriteproductions.comConnect with Chef Ethan Yang:📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chefethanyangIf this episode inspires you, please:✅ Like✅ Subscribe✅ Share with a filmmaker, entrepreneur, or creator✅ Leave a comment with your biggest takeawayYour story matters. The world needs more people willing to tell it.
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