Chef Bob Morano on CIA, Michelin-Star Kitchens & Teaching People to Cook Again | Double the Hustle Podcast

The Dark Season That Forced Katie to Change Everything

Katie shares her upbringing in Queens in a crowded household, moving through Flushing to Long Island for better schools, studying psychology in college (three credits short of a degree), and working seven years at a law firm before leaving to travel, try coaching, network marketing, and trading. She discusses the psychology and emotional discipline behind trading, then explains how a tough season led her to write and launch a book centered on lessons like forgiveness, including practices such as writing and burning letters to release resentment. Katie recounts being blindsided and fired from an office job, reframing it through faith and perspective, and describes her renewed relationship with God through prayer, Bible reading, and church/community. She outlines her daily routine, authenticity on social media, and plans to launch a 66-day prompt journal and a transformation course, plus insights on leaving toxic relationships and building a healthy, faith-centered partnership. 00:00 Meet Katie 06:03 Coaching and Travel Leap 08:26 Trading Mindset Lessons 11:20 Writing a Book 12:20 Forgiveness and Letting Go 16:21 Journaling Prompts and Gratitude 17:25 Building the 66 Day Journal 20:51 Getting Fired Blindside 24:31 Finding Purpose in Change 26:52 Faith Journey and Prayer 30:25 Spirituality Back to God 31:42 Bible Moment of Clarity 32:47 Bible Becomes Real 33:25 Prayer as Daily Guidance 36:12 Finding Church Community 39:15 Morning Routine Nonnegotiables 43:57 Social Media Reality Check 48:36 Time Freedom Self Accountability 50:47 Course and Journal Launch 52:52 Answered Prayer Relationship 58:20 Happiness Is the Journey 01:00:46 Choosing the Hard Path 01:03:02 Closing Thanks and Wrap Whether you’re here because you’re a twin yourself, being an  entrepreneur, or you’re just curious about what it’s like to go through life with a mirror image, we appreciate you. Thank you for listening, for supporting us, and for being part of this journey. With double the love, Anna and Tori

Inside a Men’s Club Changing Lives | Vinny Brusco & Agora

Today on Double the Hustle, we sit down with life coach and founder of Agora Social Club, Vinny Brusco, to talk about men’s mental health, purpose, and building a powerful community from the ground up. From growing up in the Bronx and attending Catholic school to navigating the highs and lows of the radio industry and spending over a decade in car sales, Vinny shares how discipline, rejection, and resilience shaped his path. We dive into the creation of Agora Social Club in Westchester County—a men’s community focused on connection, growth, and breaking the stigma around mental health. Vinny opens up about faith, imposter syndrome, mentorship, and his vision for a flagship space that blends wellness, brotherhood, and business. If you’re looking to level up mentally, spiritually, and professionally—this episode is for you. Whether you’re here because you’re a twin yourself, being an  entrepreneur, or you’re just curious about what it’s like to go through life with a mirror image, we appreciate you. Thank you for listening, for supporting us, and for being part of this journey. With double the love, Anna and Tori

Can Twins be Twin Flames? Michael of Soul Fire Circle on Twin Flames, Intuition, and Manifestation

Tori and Anna welcome Michael from Soul Fire Circle, whom they met at a Long Island coffee shop when he respectfully approached them for a reading on their late sister’s birthday.  Michael shares his background as a first-generation Italian American, a former heavy drinker who quit in 2018, and an education administrator who long felt something was missing. After stopping drinking, he noticed repeating numbers like 11:11, explored religion and spirituality, began meditating, and experienced visions, visitations, and signs he attributes to his grandmother, including a childhood healing and guidance toward mediumship through Lady Phyllis Best.  He discusses twin flames, life path/master numbers (11, 22, 33), intuition versus ego, raising frequency through meditation, grounding, sun exposure, diet and water, and practical manifestation through clear intention and aligned action. 00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro 00:39 Twin Flames and Master 11 02:21 Michael Origin Story 04:01 Family Patterns and Drinking 05:28 Teaching Career and Missing Piece 07:51 Sobriety and 1111 Signs 11:10 Questioning Religion and Cosmos 13:58 Meditation Visions and Numbers 15:59 Grandmother Visitation and Healing 18:17 Mediumship Training Begins 25:25 Podcast Manifestation Story 35:43 First Public Reading and Twin Telepathy 38:34 Telepathy Practice Games 39:35 Spirit Guides and Soul Connections 40:59 How Messages Come Through 44:53 Childhood Sensitivity and Shadows 46:04 Astral Projection and Dream Journals 49:37 Raising Vibration and Healing Trauma 52:11 Building Soulfire Circle Community 57:14 Clearing Fog with Grounding and Sun 01:01:35 Water Memory and High Frequency Foods 01:05:44 Energy Hygiene and Manifesting Basics 01:14:01 Letting Go and Closing Thoughts Whether you’re here because you’re a twin yourself, being an  entrepreneur, or you’re just curious about what it’s like to go through life with a mirror image, we appreciate you. Thank you for listening, for supporting us, and for being part of this journey. With double the love, Anna and Tori

Chef Bob Morano on CIA, Michelin-Star Kitchens & Teaching People to Cook Again | Double the Hustle Podcast

On the Double the Hustle Podcast, hosts Tori and Anna interview Hudson Valley chef and content creator Bob Morano, a Culinary Institute of America graduate (2005) who helped open a Michelin-star restaurant in San Francisco. Bob shares how he moved from architecture and construction into cooking through a family friend’s deli, the influence of his Irish-Italian family’s food traditions, and favorite nostalgic foods like soda bread and his mother’s onion sauce.  He explains what culinary school is like, why it’s not required but can open doors, and gives advice on breaking into restaurant work through persistence and strong work ethic. Bob describes how a “Chef in the Classroom” program inspired his social media mission to make home cooking approachable, notes a salsa verde video as early traction, discusses why he rarely sends food back, recommends several Hudson Valley restaurants, and outlines future goals including long-form YouTube, travel, and a cookbook under “Every Day Is Feast Day.” 00:00 Podcast Welcome 00:35 Chef Bob Origins 00:58 Architecture to Deli 04:22 Culinary School Life 07:45 Do You Need School 09:59 Family Food Roots 13:16 Social Media Journey 20:18 Restaurant Career Start 23:38 San Francisco Break 26:39 Opening Michelin Star 30:45 Michelin Resume Value 32:45 Career Paths Beyond Michelin 33:46 Michelin Life Reality Check 34:42 Teaching Kids Love Food 35:38 Why Cooking Matters Now 37:49 Caveman Traits of Cooking 38:29 Mission Behind the Content 40:01 Building a Living Cookbook 41:32 Farmers Market Creativity 43:12 Never Sending Food Back 45:54 Grace for Small Restaurants 47:16 Hudson Valley Favorites 53:52 Industry Myth to Debunk 57:32 Future Plans and Growth 01:00:43 Dream Cooking Show Idea 01:03:03 Where to Follow Along 01:03:53 Final Thanks and Wrap Whether you’re here because you’re a twin yourself, being an  entrepreneur, or you’re just curious about what it’s like to go through life with a mirror image, we appreciate you. Thank you for listening, for supporting us, and for being part of this journey. With double the love, Anna and Tori

I Was Arrested for Street Art Vandalism, Now I Travel the World Making Art!

Welcome back to Double Hustle Podcast with Tori and Anna! In this episode, we dive into the world of street art gone legitimate with John Westbay. John shares his riveting journey from being arrested for street art in Brooklyn in 2013 to showcasing his works in a luxury art gallery in Dubai. This episode is packed with stories of John's transition from street art to canvas, his evolution as an artist, and how he's built a career through social media connections and gallery partnerships.  Tune in for inspiring insights, anecdotes, and a sneak peek at John's ambitious future plans, including a nationwide mural tour. Don't forget to double your hustle by commenting, liking, and subscribing!  00:00 Introduction to Double Hustle Podcast 00:30 Meet John Westbay 02:08 John's Artistic Journey and Early Influences 07:08 The Impact of Social Media on Art 12:03 Transition from Street Art to Canvas 20:53 Connecting in Miami 21:25 Gallery Collaborations and Installations 22:27 Choosing the Perfect Location for Artwork 22:58 Painting Challenges and Techniques 23:43 Favorite Murals and Their Stories 25:01 The New York Homecoming Show 25:36 Surprise in Dubai 30:36 Planning a Nationwide Mural Tour 34:39 Balancing Art and Commercial Work 36:27 Final Thoughts and Social Media Connections #DoubleTheHustlePodcast #JohnWestbay #StreetArt #ArtistJourney #Dubai #CreativeHustle #ArtTransition #InspiringArtists #PodcastInterviews #Brooklyn #CanvasArt #Miami #Art Whether you’re here because you’re a twin yourself, being an  entrepreneur, or you’re just curious about what it’s like to go through life with a mirror image, we appreciate you. Thank you for listening, for supporting us, and for being part of this journey. With double the love, Anna and Tori