

The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas
Kelly Cardenas
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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Oct 30, 2025 • 1h 36min
#722 LOVELL CASIERO
Lovell Casiero is a powerhouse in leadership, hospitality, and personal development, known for her dynamic blend of corporate strategy, ministry leadership, and motivational speaking. As the Senior Vice President of Commercial Strategy and a former leader of a global television ministry, Lovell Casiero has mastered the art of merging faith, business, and empowerment to create lasting impact.Born and raised in the South, Lovell’s journey began humbly as a sales administrator and evolved into an executive role leading teams, shaping culture, and driving commercial success. Her decade of leadership in her family’s television ministry saw exponential growth — from local airwaves to major global networks like BET — showcasing her ability to expand vision and influence on a worldwide stage.Today, Lovell Casiero is a renowned author, inspirational speaker, and certified life coach whose story is built on perseverance, authenticity, and heart. Her coaching and speaking style center on the transformative power of vulnerability — teaching others how to turn trials into triumphs and setbacks into stepping stones.With deep southern roots and a hospitality-driven heart, Lovell believes every challenge is a chance to grow stronger and lift others higher. Whether she’s on stage, in the boardroom, or mentoring leaders one-on-one, her message is clear: Never give up, rise again, and win with purpose.🎙️ Watch this full episode of The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas to experience Lovell Casiero’s incredible story of faith, resilience, leadership, and transformation.👉 Subscribe to The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas Podcast here: https://solo.to/kellycardenas🔗 Connect with Lovell on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lovellcasiero📚 Explore her books and publications: Lovell Casiero on Amazon—💼 This episode is proudly sponsored by Cardenas Law Group — protecting dreams, defending legacies, and leading with integrity.🎬 Executive Producer: Brooklyn Cardenas

Oct 28, 2025 • 23min
#721"You Are the Greatest—So Act Accordingly!" | Proverbs 28 & The Power of Character
What if someone told you every day, “You are the greatest—so act accordingly”… and then actually lived it out?That’s exactly what our Pops said to us growing up—and my big brother, my best friend, my hero, Big Rob, took that message and made it his life’s blueprint.In this special episode of Inch Stones, we dive into Proverbs 28, a chapter that reveals what unparalleled, impeccable character looks like in action. From boldness like a lion to humility that honors God, it’s a roadmap for living with integrity, faith, and courage—just like Big Rob.This one’s part celebration, part reflection, and all heart. You’ll walk away challenged to rise a little higher, love a little deeper, and act accordingly.💡 Proverbs 28 Principles Highlighted:Be bold as a lion (v.1)Use discernment & knowledge (v.2,7)Be generous & honest (v.3,22,27,13)Seek wise counsel (v.4,5,9,11)Do right business for the right reasons (v.6,8,10,12,17,18)Stay humble (v.14,15,21)Work your land—stay faithful in your purpose (v.19,20)Speak truth in love (v.23)Honor your parents (v.24)Trust the Lord in all things (v.25,26,28)Big Rob doesn’t just know these traits—he embodies them. He’s the living proof that greatness isn’t about perfection; it’s about perseverance, resilience, grit, and grace.🎉 Happy Birthday, Big Rob.Your character lights the way for all of us. Mama and Pops would be proud—and I sure am.👇 Drop a comment to share who your “Big Rob” is—the person who inspires you to act accordingly.Watch more Inch Stones episodes:🔗 The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas YouTube Channel🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and everywhere you listen.This edition of The VIBE Report is proudly sponsored by Cardenas Law Group.

Oct 21, 2025 • 21min
#720 The Difference Between Trying and Doing – Wisdom from Proverbs 9
The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas Podcast In this powerful episode, motivational speaker and bestselling author Kelly Cardenas breaks down the life-changing lesson his father taught him about the difference between trying and doing—a message every entrepreneur, leader, and creator needs to hear. If you’ve ever wondered why consistency separates the good from the great, this episode rooted in Proverbs 9 will hit home.Kelly shares the unforgettable lessons from his pops—why there’s no such thing as being “half-pregnant,” how wisdom and foolishness both make the same promises but only one delivers, and why being “rooted and grounded in truth” changes everything.This episode isn’t just about action—it’s about alignment. When your Heart (beliefs), Mind (intentions), and Skills (actions) connect, that’s when transformation happens.💡 Inchstones:1️⃣ Don’t “try” to start—just start.2️⃣ Anchor your actions in truth.3️⃣ Study Proverbs 9 and journal one verse a day to build spiritual and mental muscle.🎧 Listen to this episode and discover:The hidden wisdom behind “trying vs. doing.”Why wisdom always delivers and foolishness doesn’t.How faith and focus can redefine success in your daily life. Explore the book: Inchstones: The VIBE Within Listen to more episodes: The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas Podcast Subscribe for weekly wisdom: YouTube ChannelThis edition of The VIBE Report is proudly sponsored by Cardenas Law Group — protecting what matters most. Wisdom or foolishness — they promise the same thing, but only one delivers. The difference? Truth.

Oct 18, 2025 • 34min
#719 Proverbs 18: Are You Even Supposed to Be Here? Seeing Miracles in God’s Timing
Ever asked yourself, “Am I even supposed to be here?” In this episode of The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas, we unpack Proverbs 18 through a powerful question Kelly’s father often asked: “Boy, are you even supposed to be in this place?”This isn’t doubt — it’s direction. When we shift our focus to the miracles already surrounding us, we start seeing how God is working even when we can’t. Proverbs 18 reminds us to count our blessings, guard our hearts, choose our words with wisdom, and trust that His timing is perfect.Discover how humility, gratitude, and diligence align you with God’s plan — and why the peace you’ve been chasing has been waiting for you to slow down, praise Him, and chill.Listen now and shift your focus to the miracles in motion.Grab Kelly’s books:Inch Stones: The Vibe Within – https://a.co/d/4CYg4vGThe Vibe: The Missing Ingredient That Changes Everything – https://a.co/d/e8VibeBookListen to The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas:Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-vibe-with-kelly-cardenas/id1549373618Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/1bC3gAGmYVd9ZpMZ1KqF9PYouTube Channel – https://www.youtube.com/@TheVibeWithKellyCardenasExperience our partner:Transcendence Wine – https://transcendencewine.comThis episode is proudly sponsored by:Cardenas Law Group – https://cardenaslawgroup.comJoin the movement. Focus on the miracles. Praise in the process. Live The VIBE.Executive producer: The #1 wedding hairdresser in San Diego Brooklyn Cardenas

Oct 16, 2025 • 52min
#718 BOBBITO GARCIA - KOOL BOB LOVE
NYC native Bobbito García is a visionary creative who has put an indelible footprint on multiple urban movements.During the 1990s, the legendary air personality was one-half of the “Stretch and Bobbito” program on WKCR. The duo introduced the world to an unsigned Nas, Biggie, and Wu-Tang, as well as an unknown Jay-Z, Eminem, and the Fugees. The total record sales for all the artists that premiered on their platform exceed 300 million. In 1998, the Source Magazine voted them as “The Best Hip Hop Radio Show of All Time,“ and in 2023, they were inducted into the NAB Radio Hall of Fame.As the progenitor of sneaker journalism, García penned his landmark Source article “Confessions of a Sneaker Addict” in 1990, then in 2003 became the critically acclaimed author of Where’d You Get Those? NYC’s Sneaker Culture: 1960-1987(Testify Books). In 2005, ESPN’s “It’s The Shoes” series, hosted by Bobbito, became the first show on the subject in broadcasting history. A former professional basketball player in Puerto Rico, García performed in the ground breaking Nike “Freestyle” commercial. In 2007, the brand released seven co-designed Air Force 1 sneakers bearing his name. The voice of EA Sports’ popular NBA Street video game is also a world-renowned DJ who has spun world, soul and jazz music at Lincoln Center, Central Park SummerStage, and the Smithsonian (DC). Bobbito was also featured playing his vinyl records in the 2022 NBA x Google commercial. As an award-winning filmmaker, García has directed Doin’ It In The Park: Pick-Up Basketball, NYC (PBS, Netflix), Stretch and Bobbito: Radio That Changed Lives (Showtime, Netflix), and NY Times “Critics’ Pick" Rock Rubber 45s (Smithsonian African American Film Festival 2018 official selection). Transitioning to TV, he also directed eight “SneakerCenter” episodes for ESPN+.A founding member of the Kennedy Center’s Hip Hop Culture Council and a 2018 Wesleyan University “Distinguished Alumni Award” recipient, "Kool Bob Love” currently produces his b-ball tournament Full Court 21™ in four continents, co-produces Stretch & Bobbito + The M19s Band music, is a DJ/Host on Apple Music Hits’ “Stretch and Bobbito Radio,“ and is the proud author of his children’s book titled Aim High, Little Giant, Aim High! and memoir Bobbito’s Book of B-ball Bong Bong. Shop all things Bobbito hereA HUGE THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORSINCHSTONES PLAYBOOKhttps://a.co/d/hil3nloSUBSCRIBE TO MY NEWSLETTERhttps://thevibebykellycardenas.substack.com?r=4nn6y5&utm_medium=iosBUY THE VIBE BOOK https://a.co/d/6tgAJ4c BUY BLING https://shop.kellycardenas.com/products/kelly-cardenas-salon-bling CARDENAS LAW GROUPhttps://www.cardenaslawgroup.com/THE BEST MEXICAN FOOD ON THE PLANEThttps://www.lulusmexicanfood.com/EXECUTIVE PRODUCER - BROOKLYN CARDENAS https://www.brooklyncardenas.com/

Oct 14, 2025 • 26min
#717 The Hand Towel Test & Proverbs 11 – The Blueprint for Real Friendship
At 2:30 in the morning, on the hard floor of a freezing Whittier College dorm room, Kelly discovered what true friendship really looks like.His best friend Will—brother for over 41 years—rose from the comfort of his warm bed to “help.” But instead of a blanket or a pillow… Will handed Kelly a hand towel.That night became more than a funny college memory. It turned into a lesson about humility, integrity, and character—the kind that Proverbs 11 describes so perfectly.In this episode, Kelly shares how:Real friends sharpen you, not just comfort youIntegrity and humility build the foundation of lifelong relationshipsTrue generosity is rooted in doing right for the right reasonsLaughter can heal and strengthen the bond between brothersProverbs 11 shows us that doing good business and being good people are inseparableHere’s the VIBE: Friendship built on truth lasts longer than comfort built on convenience.Even a hand towel can teach you how to love better when your heart’s in the right place.So here’s the question: Who’s the “Will” in your life—and do they know how much you appreciate them?––––––This Episode Is Brought To You By…🌟 Cardenas Law Group– Protecting what matters most.🌟 Inchstones: The Vibe Within– Transform your life one Inchstone at a time.🌟 The VIBE Method™ Framework– Heart (belief system), Mind (intentions), Skills (actions).👉 Discover all exclusive partners and offers here: solo.to/kellycardenas––––––LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify––––––MORE WAYS TO VIBE WITH US📩 The VIBE Report Newsletter📘 Inchstones: The Vibe Within (Book)📘 The VIBE Method™ (Book)🌎 Official Website––––––ABOUT THE SHOWThe VIBE with Kelly Cardenas Podcast exists to transform leadership and life one Inchstone at a time.The VIBE isn’t just the energy you bring—it’s how people feel when you leave.Through the lens of The VIBE Method™—Heart (belief system), Mind (intentions), and Skills (actions)—Kelly brings humor, authenticity, and powerful storytelling to help you align who you are with how you show up in the world.––––––📲 Follow Kelly Cardenas:Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | Solo.to

Oct 6, 2025 • 1h 54min
#716 How a Navy SEAL Builds Businesses: Jeff Engel’s OODA Mindset"
Jeff Engel—former Navy SEAL and CEO of LocationTech—brings battlefield clarity and boardroom wisdom to this conversation. From heart attack scares to hot tea mishaps, Jeff shows how the OODA loop (Observe, Orient, Decide, Act) isn’t just military strategy—it’s a roadmap for life, parenting, and business.What you’ll hear:Why “no regrets” matters more than “no mistakes”How grace helps balance discipline and self-talkJeff’s heart attack story—and how it reshaped his approach to leadershipThe connection between SEAL training and parenting with freedom, not fearWhat Carlsbad, Encinitas, Fish 101 tacos, and procurement all teach us about timing and trustHow the VIBE Method™ (Heart, Mind, Skills) aligns with OODA to create impact that lasts––––––This Episode Is Brought To You By...🌟 Cardenas Law Group – Protecting what matters most. https://cardenaslawgroup.com🌟 Inchstones: The Vibe Within – Transform your life one Inchstone at a time. https://a.co/d/4CYg4vG🌟 The VIBE Method™ – Heart, Mind, Skills in alignment: https://a.co/d/6tgAJ4c👉 For all of our sponsors and exclusive offers: https://solo.to/kellycardenas––––––LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/attitude-determines-altitude-the-kelly-cardenas-podcast/id1330521935🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2V9Z9YStz6UXh4lzp0Zj2T🎧 Google Podcasts: [Insert direct link if available]––––––MORE WAYS TO VIBE WITH US📩 The VIBE Report Newsletter: https://kellycardenas.substack.com📘 Inchstones: The Vibe Within (Book): https://a.co/d/4CYg4vG📘 The VIBE Method™ (Book): https://a.co/d/6tgAJ4c🎥 Clips Channel: [Insert link once live]🌎 Official Website: https://kellycardenas.com––––––ABOUT THE SHOWThe VIBE with Kelly Cardenas Podcast exists to transform leadership and life one Inchstone at a time. The VIBE is not just the energy you bring—it’s the way people feel when you leave. Through the lens of The VIBE Method™—Heart (belief system), Mind (intentions), and Skills (actions)—Kelly brings humor, authenticity, and powerful conversations to help you align who you are with how you show up in the world.––––––FOLLOW JEFF ENGEL🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffengel1/🌐 LocationTech: https://www.locationtech.com––––––CHAPTERS0:00 Intro – Navy SEAL lessons and OODA explained4:10 Grace, McRaven, and the battle with self-talk9:05 Hot tea, beanies, and learning through mistakes13:40 Jeff’s heart attack story and new perspective on leadership20:20 Parenting through freedom, not fear of regrets26:45 Encinitas vs Carlsbad – timing, trust, and tacos32:50 The straight line of the consumer and procurement lessons39:15 Applying OODA and SEAL discipline to business decisions45:30 The VIBE Method™ meets military clarity50:40 Final reflection – leadership is how people feel when you leave––––––Close your eyes for a moment—where do you need to stop replaying regrets and start trusting your own OODA loop?This edition of The VIBE Report is proudly sponsored by Cardenas Law Group.

Oct 3, 2025 • 30min
#715 Stop Ego Trippin | De La Soul, Proverbs 27 & The Truth About Pride
Two of my favorite things in the world—De La Soul and God’s Word—came together today with the same exact message: check your ego.The song Ego Trippin by De La Soul might not make perfect lyrical sense, but it hits in the soul. Why? Because their music always carried this deeper truth: stop trying to be something you’re not, and just own your style. That same theme runs straight through Proverbs 27, which shows us step by step how to keep our ego in check and live with humility, gratitude, and wisdom.In this episode, we unpack how:Insecurity fuels ego, ego invites pride, and pride leads to the fallThird-party validation is far more powerful than self-praiseGood friends sharpen you and bring great returnsWisdom creates wealth, but wealth can’t create wisdomHard work brings reward, but chasing reward only leaves you emptyA calm heart is the key to weathering adversityInvesting in relationships always pays the best dividendsHere’s the VIBE: God never uses His Word to indict us, but to equip us with tools to avoid the inevitable pain that comes with pride. Both hip hop and scripture delivered the same reminder today—stop ego trippin.Because the VIBE is not just what you bring into the room… it’s how people feel when you leave.So here’s the question: Where has your ego been tripping you up, and how can Proverbs 27 guide you back to humility and wisdom this week?––––––This Episode Is Brought To You By…🌟 Cardenas Law Group– Protecting what matters most.🌟 Inchstones: The Vibe Within– Transform your life one Inchstone at a time.🌟 The VIBE Method™ Framework– Heart (belief system), Mind (intentions), Skills (actions).👉 Discover all exclusive partners and offers here: solo.to/kellycardenas––––––LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify––––––MORE WAYS TO VIBE WITH US📩 The VIBE Report Newsletter📘 Inchstones: The Vibe Within (Book)📘 The VIBE Method™ (Book)🌎 Official Website––––––ABOUT THE SHOWThe VIBE with Kelly Cardenas Podcast exists to transform leadership and life one Inchstone at a time. The VIBE is not just the energy you bring—it’s the way people feel when you leave. Through the lens of The VIBE Method™—Heart (belief system), Mind (intentions), and Skills (actions)—Kelly brings humor, authenticity, and powerful conversations to help you align who you are with how you show up in the world.––––––📲 Follow Kelly Cardenas:Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | Solo.to

Sep 29, 2025 • 28min
#714 “From Marvin Gaye’s Backyard to Proverbs 26: How Small Foolish Acts Become Big Regrets”
What if the small foolish acts you overlook every day are the very things wrecking your biggest dreams? In this episode of The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas Podcast, we break down the wisdom of Proverbs 26, a wild story from Marvin Gaye’s backyard, and how to avoid the foolish decisions that derail your life.This episode takes us to an unforgettable moment: standing on a third-story balcony overlooking Marvin Gaye’s backyard while the song Sexual Healing randomly played on the radio. My friend Russell looked at me and said, “That’s the hill Marvin Gaye was running up when his dad shot him!” That sparked a conversation on foolish behavior—and how often, it starts small.Think about it: if you demanded delivery of a car before it was finished and it showed up without a steering wheel, everyone would call that foolish. And yet, in life, we often “take delivery” too soon—making small foolish choices that stack into disastrous results.Proverbs 26 makes it plain: foolishness is easy to spot in the big things, but it’s the small acts we often ignore that lead us there. In this episode, we unpack those small foolish habits:Avoiding disciplineFailing to read the roomLacking discernmentSkipping due diligence in relationships or businessRefusing to learn from mistakesEgo uncheckedGossipingLazinessMeddling in other people’s businessNot telling the truthWhen these pile up, they lead to massive foolish decisions. But here’s the VIBE: when our Heart (belief system) is filled with truth, it overflows into our Words (mind/intentions) and flows into our Actions (skills)—aligning everything into that irresistible VIBE. Because the VIBE is not just what you bring into the room… it’s how people feel when you leave.So here’s the question: What’s the most foolish thing you’ve done in the last week, and how can Proverbs 26 help you stop it before it grows?––––––This Episode Is Brought To You By…🌟 Cardenas Law Group – Protecting what matters most.🌟 Inchstones: The Vibe Within – Transform your life one Inchstone at a time.🌟 The VIBE Method™ Framework – Heart (belief system), Mind (intentions), Skills (actions).👉 Discover all exclusive partners and offers here: solo.to/kellycardenas––––––LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify––––––MORE WAYS TO VIBE WITH US📩 The VIBE Report Newsletter📘 Inchstones: The Vibe Within (Book)📘 The VIBE Method™ (Book)🎥 Clips Channel: [Insert link once live]🌎 Official Website––––––ABOUT THE SHOWThe VIBE with Kelly Cardenas Podcast exists to transform leadership and life one Inchstone at a time. The VIBE is not just the energy you bring—it’s the way people feel when you leave. Through the lens of The VIBE Method™—Heart (belief system), Mind (intentions), and Skills (actions)—Kelly brings humor, authenticity, and powerful conversations to help you align who you are with how you show up in the world.––––––📲 Follow Kelly Cardenas:Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | Solo.to

Sep 26, 2025 • 22min
#713 IT'S FRIDAY!!!!!
What happens when a father and son connect over a new Amazon Prime series? 🎬 In this episode of The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas, we dive into The Runarounds—a story of friendship, chasing dreams, and finding magic in the moment.The Runarounds (@therunaroundsband + @therunarounds_series) are more than a band or a show—they’re a movement. In this episode, I bring my son Maddox into the conversation as we talk about what happens when you find something you both love. We talk about friendship, chasing dreams, detours, and learning to fall in love with right now.What you’ll hear: • How spending time with Maddox led me to see things I had forgotten • Why the bonds of friendship in The Runarounds struck me so deeply • Lessons from the series: success is never linear, magic happens when you lean into your current moment, and dreams are lived best when rooted in connection • How we can all wrap gratitude, surrender, and courage into the work we’re doing––––––This Episode Is Brought To You By…🌟 Cardenas Law Group – Protecting what matters most. https://cardenaslawgroup.com🌟 Inchstones: The Vibe Within – Transform your life one Inchstone at a time. https://a.co/d/4CYg4vG🌟 The VIBE Method™ – Heart, Mind, Skills in alignment: https://a.co/d/6tgAJ4c👉 For all of our sponsors and exclusive offers: https://solo.to/kellycardenas––––––LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/attitude-determines-altitude-the-kelly-cardenas-podcast/id1330521935🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2V9Z9YStz6UXh4lzp0Zj2T––––––MORE WAYS TO VIBE WITH US📩 The VIBE Report Newsletter: https://kellycardenas.substack.com📘 Inchstones: The Vibe Within (Book): https://a.co/d/4CYg4vG📘 The VIBE Method™ (Book): https://a.co/d/6tgAJ4c🌎 Official Website: https://kellycardenas.com––––––ABOUT THE SHOWThe VIBE with Kelly Cardenas Podcast exists to transform leadership and life one Inchstone at a time. The VIBE is not just the energy you bring—it’s the way people feel when you leave. Through the lens of The VIBE Method™—Heart (belief system), Mind (intentions), and Skills (actions)—Kelly brings humor, authenticity, and powerful conversations to help you align who you are with how you show up in the world.––––––FOLLOW THE RUNAROUNDS & BAND MEMBERS • The Runarounds: https://www.instagram.com/therunaroundsband/  • The Runarounds (series): https://www.instagram.com/therunarounds_series/ Key members (on-screen & in real life): • William Lipton (Charlie Cooper) – @williamlipton  • Jesse Golliher (Wyatt Wysong) – @geskle  • Axel Ellis (Neil Crosby) – @axelellis4  • Zendé Murdock (Bez Willis) – @zendemurdock  • Jeremy Yun (Topher Park) – @jeremyyunofficial ––––––Close your eyes for a moment — what friendship, dream, or moment have you been postponing because you believe the path must be perfect first?


