

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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Sep 4, 2025 • 1h 23min
#703 Leigh Steinberg - Legendary Sports Agent
THE VIBE with Kelly Cardenas presents Leigh Steinberg, premier sports agent, entrepreneur, best-selling author, and Chairman of Leigh Steinberg Sports and Entertainment Holdings, is best known for his work building athletes into stand-alone brands. He is often credited as the real-life inspiration for the Oscar-winning film Jerry Maguire. During his 50-year career, Leigh has represented many of the most successful athletes and coaches in football, basketball, baseball, hockey, boxing, and golf, including the number one overall pick in the NFL draft for an unprecedented eight times in conjunction with 64 total first round picks. With an unrivaled history of record-setting contracts, Leigh has secured over $4 billion for his 300+ pro athlete clients and directed more than $1 billion to various charities around the world.Over the course of his career, Leigh has been featured on numerous national television programs, including 60 Minutes, Larry King Live, The Today Show, Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous, and many more. He has been profiled in a host of magazines, including Business Week, Sports Illustrated, ESPN the Magazine, People, Forbes, Playboy, GQ, and FHM. He currently resides in Newport Beach, CA. A 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/

Sep 4, 2025 • 1h 36min
#702 Amy Jo Martin- Renegade Global
What if the things you thought disqualified you—like growing up in a trailer park—were actually your greatest superpowers?In this episode of The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas, I sit down with Amy Jo Martin—author, entrepreneur, and digital renegade who helped shape how the world’s biggest names show up online. From teaching Shaquille O’Neal how to tweet, to guiding The Rock and Dana White into the digital spotlight, to scaling Tony Hsieh’s Delivering Happiness movement, Amy Jo has always been ahead of the curve.But what really makes this conversation powerful isn’t the celebrity stories—it’s the honesty. Amy Jo opens up about her “Black Diamond” moment with Simon Sinek, why bravery is a strategy (not luck), and how to renegade your relationships by resisting old templates that don’t work anymore. She also shares why time—not money—is the true measure of success, and why we should never put people on pedestals.If you’re ready for grit, inspiration, and practical wisdom on how to lead authentically in a world being transformed by AI, this conversation will shift your mindset and give you a new lens on what success really looks like.whileeducating.amyjomartin.com/speaking A 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/

Sep 2, 2025 • 23min
#701 KILL TONY IN THE GARDEN
THE VIBE with Kelly Cardenas presents What does a sold-out Madison Square Garden, a live podcast, and Proverbs 29 have in common? Everything.In this episode, Kelly Cardenas reflects on seeing Kill Tony sell out Madison Square Garden—18,000 people filling the world’s most famous arena, not for a concert or comedy show, but for a podcast. This sparks a bigger question handed down from his pops: “Boy, how big is God? He’s only as big as you’ll get out of the way and allow Him to be.”Through wisdom from Proverbs 29, Kelly shares practical steps on how to let God be God in your life—by listening instead of resisting, seeking justice, speaking life, cherishing wisdom, staying calm, and putting in the work.This is more than inspiration; it’s proof that God-sized dreams are real. Just like Kill Tony in the Garden, what seems impossible today could be the breakthrough that changes everything tomorrow.If you’ve ever doubted what’s possible in your own life, this episode is for you. A 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/

Aug 30, 2025 • 28min
#700 "Boy, What Do You Do?"
THE VIBEwith Kelly Cardenas presentsWhat are you really rooted and grounded in? On Episode 700, Kelly Cardenas shares the timeless wisdom of his father — the powerful question, “Boy, what do you do?” At first, it felt frustrating. But when adversity struck — from being robbed multiple times in business to facing life’s toughest losses — that question became the anchor.This episode is about more than business growth or success stories. It’s about building a foundation on wisdom, serving people first, and discovering what truly sustains you when circumstances test your character. Through lessons from his pops, Proverbs 25, and years of entrepreneurial experience, Kelly reveals why being rooted and grounded in wisdom doesn’t matter… until it does.Celebrate this milestone episode as Kelly honors his father’s legacy, unpacks hard-earned business insights (like creating a “break-in packet” every company should have), and reminds us all: when you serve people, they will build the business.If you’re an entrepreneur, leader, or anyone seeking purpose through adversity, this conversation will inspire you to align your heart, mind, and actions with wisdom that lasts.

Aug 29, 2025 • 32min
#699 Proverbs 28 vs. The Scroll: Nate Diaz, Kirk Cameron & Juvenile Expose Our Biggest Distraction
THE VIBEwith Kelly Cardenas presents The scroll is too real. One minute I’m watching Nate Diaz choke out Conor McGregor, then Kirk Cameron pops up, then a “10 million views or your money back” promise slides in, and before I know it—Juvenile has me quoting lyrics instead of focusing on what matters most. Sound familiar?In this episode, I unpack how distractions creep in—through reels, TikTok, Instagram, and even our own habits—and how Proverbs 28 cuts through the noise with clarity and focus. You’ll hear insights from a conversation with high-level consultant Nancy Lee on leadership, communication, and uncovering hidden power in organizations. We also break down the difference between wants and desires, how focus creates peace and order, and why distractions never lead to real results.Whether you’re a business owner, executive, or someone who just feels pulled in a thousand directions daily—this episode will give you practical, faith-driven tools to cut distractions, build discernment, and focus on what truly matters.🎯 What you’ll learn in this video:How Nate Diaz, Kirk Cameron, Juvenile, and viral reels highlight the distraction problemProverbs 28’s practical roadmap for focus, peace, and productivityWhy communication, hidden leadership, and tools shape an organization’s successThe power of discernment in business, relationships, and personal growthWhy culture, leadership, and systems mean nothing without the VIBE (the way people feel when you leave)How to align your focus to create peace, joy, and long-term resultsIf you’ve ever felt like scrolling steals your time, this conversation will hit home.👉 Watch, reflect, and ask yourself: What’s pulling your focus—and where should it really be? A 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/

Aug 26, 2025 • 18min
#698 The Struggle Is Real: What Are You Still Holding Onto? - INCHSTONES
THE VIBE with Kelly Cardenas presents What are you struggling with right now?Most of us fight battles in silence—stress, fear, bad habits, or just the weight of life itself. But my Pops, with thunder in his voice, always reminded me of a truth I didn’t want to hear but desperately needed: “Boy, He can only work with what you freely give Him.”This episode dives deep into Proverbs 26, unpacking the contrast between wisdom and foolishness—and why our struggles persist when we hold on instead of handing them over.Here’s what you’ll discover:Why wisdom leads to honor, discipline, and strength—while foolishness brings the opposite.How discernment and diligence protect us from unnecessary struggle.The power of surrender: the difference between keeping control and freely giving it to Him.The practical path to joy, peace, and love—rooted in a wisdom that transforms everything.At the end of the day, the question isn’t whether we’ll struggle—it’s whether we’ll keep holding onto it or finally give it up.👉 So ask yourself: Have I freely given it to Him?A 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/

Aug 23, 2025 • 22min
#697 HOW TO BUILD A GOOD NAME - INCHSTONES
On this episode of The VIBE Podcast with Kelly Cardenas, we dive into Proverbs 22 and a powerful real-life lesson that started with… my dog Skyler. While out on a walk, Skyler pooped, and I reached for a bag—only to realize there wasn’t one. In that moment, I felt the sting of what it’s like to be misunderstood. From the outside, it might’ve looked like I was careless, but the truth was simple: sometimes… we just don’t have a bag.How often do we judge others without knowing the full story? How often do we assume ill intent when maybe it’s just an honest mistake? This episode is a reminder that prudence and grace are essential—not just in how we treat others, but also in how we treat ourselves.📖 Proverbs 22 reminds us:A good name is more valuable than wealth.Prudence and humility shape our legacy.Faulty systems produce faulty results.Debt destroys, generosity builds.Discipline, honesty, and wise counsel create trust.Your seeds always determine your crops.In this Inchstones-inspired conversation, I share practical wisdom on building a good name through prudence, grace, generosity, discipline, and truth. Remember: before judging someone else, extend grace—and make sure you apply it to yourself first.✨ If you’re ready to live with more wisdom, more grace, and a stronger legacy—this episode is for you.👉 Subscribe to The VIBE Podcast for weekly insights on leadership, culture, and living with intention: HTTPS://SOLO.TO/KELLYCARDENAS👉 Learn more about Inchstones: https://a.co/d/4CYg4vGSUBSCRIBE 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/

Aug 22, 2025 • 47min
#696 JASMINE SELIGA
THE VIBEwith Kelly Cardenas presents Jasmine Seliga is the Founder and CEO of Affixify, a company that has been described as the “Tinder of technology.” Through Affixify, she helps businesses get matched with the right tech for their needs, beginning with hotels in the hospitality space.Jasmine lives in Fort Worth, Texas, where she and her husband are raising three energetic boys. Her faith is the foundation of her life and work, and she is unapologetic about doing everything for God’s glory.Her background is as unique as her journey, growing up across the world, attending 13 different schools, and spending her early years in South Korea, she developed a deep love for Asia and a passion for traveling the globe.Jasmine’s story as a devoted wife, mom, and entrepreneur reflects the wild, beautiful balance of family, faith, and building something that makes an impact.https://www.getaffixify.com/A 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/

Aug 21, 2025 • 16min
#695 Life-Changing Wisdom from Proverbs 16: The ONE Word That Unlocks Everything
What if the key to achieving your desires, finding peace, and creating lasting joy is simpler than you think? In this powerful episode, Kelly Cardenas dives deep into the timeless wisdom of Proverbs 16 and shares how one simple word—listen—can transform your life.Kelly explores how listening—truly listening—can unlock your potential, guide your actions, and align your heart, mind, and skills to create results in every area of life: personal, professional, spiritual, and financial. He also shares life lessons from his own family, and an inspiring conversation with Taboo from the Black Eyed Peas, a six-time Grammy winner and 14-year cancer survivor.Discover how to:Apply ancient wisdom in modern life for peace, joy, and contentmentAlign your heart, mind, and skills using The VIBE Method™Gain an unfair advantage through obedience, discernment, and wisdomSpeak life into others and build thriving relationshipsTHE VIBEwith Kelly Cardenas presentsA 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 CARDENAS LAW GROUPhttps://www.cardenaslawgroup.com/THE BEST MEXICAN FOOD ON THE PLANEThttps://www.lulusmexicanfood.com/EXECUTIVE PRODUCER - BROOKLYN CARDENAS https://www.brooklyncardenas.com/Harness the power of love, faithfulness, and honesty in daily lifeWhether you’re a parent, a leader, or someone seeking guidance, this episode will challenge you to pause, reflect, and truly listen to the messages around you that matter most.🎧 Don’t miss insights from Kelly’s conversations with iconic artists like Taboo and Speech from Arrested Development, and see how their wisdom can apply to your journey today.

Aug 16, 2025 • 1h 24min
#694 TABOO NAWASHA- BLACK EYED PEAS
THE VIBEwith Kelly Cardenas presents TABOO - BLACK EYED PEASJimmy Gomez, pka "Taboo Nawasha," is a multifaceted entertainer, best known as a founding member of the global sensation Black Eyed Peas. Born in East Los Angeles, Taboo rose from humble beginnings to worldwide fame, excelling as a dancer, actor, author, and philanthropist.He met bandmates will.i.am and apl.de.ap in 1992, forming The Black Eyed Peas in 1995. The group skyrocketed to superstardom with the hit "Where is the Love?" from their 2003 breakout album Elephunk, followed by albums; Monkey Business and The E.N.D., featuring chart-toppers such as "Boom Boom Pow" and "I Gotta Feeling." In 2011, they performed at the Super Bowl XLV halftime show, making Taboo the first Native/Mexican-American to headline the iconic event. To date, the Grammy-winning group has sold over 65 million albums worldwide.In addition to his music career, Taboo has showcased his acting talent in various roles. In feature films he has appeared as Guillermo in Jamesy Boy, Vega in Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li and has had cameos in Blue's Big City Adventure, Be Cool, and What to Expect When You're Expecting. On television, he played Zap in Instant Def. He voiced the character Wagaq in Netflix's Native American animated series Spirit Rangers, and most recently lent his voice to the character Quickatoo in the 2024 Dora the Explorer reboot.Taboo's journey includes beating cancer in 2014 and subsequently serving on the Biden Cancer Initiative board. As an advocate for Indigenous and underserved communities, he played a key role in the 2016 Standing Rock protests in opposition to a pipeline that would threaten the Sioux reservation. He continues to inspire indigenous communities through advocacy and storytelling.Recently, he co-authored Werewolf by Night for Marvel Comics, contributing to the company's first Indigenous Voices initiative. In Spring 2024, he released a children's book called A Kids Book About Identity, which explores the different parts of identity. Taboo is committed to developing inclusive programming with an Indigenous perspective that inspires everyone to be proud of who they are, and where they come from.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i7nHRpX42tM&pp=ygURZWFzdCBsYSB3aWxsIGkgYW0%3Dhttps://www.youtube.com/@TabooLabhttps://aiptcomics.com/2025/07/06/aipt-comics-podcast-336-taboo-comics-and-kicks/ A 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/


