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Know Thy Shelf

Know Thy Shelf

By Dr. Walter Hidalgo

The journey of knowing thy self begins in the cradle and ends in the grave. One of the best ways to capture those moments of our self is in the shelf. Shelves have been around since the creation of ancient scrolls. My name is Dr. Walter Hidalgo, and I'm a father, teacher, world traveler and coach. Join me and my guest as we explore together the stories of our s(H)elves.
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EP 72: Become Brighter

Know Thy ShelfMar 04, 2024

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EP 72: Become Brighter

EP 72: Become Brighter

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to emcee, speaker and mother, Soul Flower! We discuss parenting, spirituality, Hip-Hop, feminine and masculine energy and much more!

Mar 04, 202456:07
EP 71: The Master Plan

EP 71: The Master Plan

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to father and podcaster, Analytical Concepts! We discuss growing up in Rhode Island, fatherhood, Hip-Hop, podcasting and much more!

Feb 26, 202444:08
EP 70: Love What You Do

EP 70: Love What You Do

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to artist, emcee and entrepreneur, Wally Sparks! We talk about growing up in Masshachusetts, emceeing, music, Cape Verdians, social media and much more!

Feb 19, 202436:09
EP 69: Be You

EP 69: Be You

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to emcee, entrepreneur and father, Charlie Cruz! We discuss growing up in Washington Heights, Hip-Hop, family, art and much more!

Feb 12, 202431:45
EP 68: Have Balance

EP 68: Have Balance

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to educator, entrepreneur, producer and podcaster, Kyle Dixon! We discuss growing up in Tennessee, youth, education, Hip-Hop, Black consciousness and much more!

Feb 05, 202442:43
EP 67: It's Never Too Late

EP 67: It's Never Too Late


In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to educator, father, entrepreneur and cannibus business owner, Deivid Elliot! We discuss growing up in New Rochelle, immigrating from Uruguay, organic versus synthetic, the cannibus industry, Hip-hop and much more!

Oct 21, 202344:12
EP 66: Building A Legacy

EP 66: Building A Legacy

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to father, boxer, U.S. veteran, realtor and entrepreneur, Adenawel 'AD' Ledesma. We discuss his Dominican roots, real estate, entrepreneurship, spirituality, domesitc and international migration, family and much more!

Oct 14, 202328:22
EP 65: Change is Possible

EP 65: Change is Possible

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to minister, theologian, mother, activist, Co-hair of the Poor Peoples Campaign and Director of the Karios Center, Reverend Doctor Liz Theoharis. We discuss poverty in the U.S., the Kairos Center, revitalizing Rev. Dr. King's Poor People's Campaign, housing, politics, social justice and much more!

Oct 07, 202340:39
EP 64: Unity in Communication

EP 64: Unity in Communication

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to artist, father and entrepreneur, Bobbito Ross! We discuss growing up in Queens, Hip-hop culture, spirituality, social media, Puerto Rican politics, La Marqueta and much more!

Sep 30, 202345:47
EP 63: Divine Law

EP 63: Divine Law

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to attorney, journalist and father, Dr. Roberto Alejandro! We discuss growing up in Massachusetts, theology and the law, Freddie Gray, social responsibility and much more!

Sep 23, 202357:17
EP 62: From Passion to Project

EP 62: From Passion to Project

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to mother, blogger, business consultant and CEO of A Curvy Mom, Missy B!  We discuss growing up in Brooklyn, how to to turn your passion into a profit, the rise of Black female entrepreneurs and much more!

Mar 23, 202319:27
EP 61: Just Do It!

EP 61: Just Do It!

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to emcee and Queens native, Lex Rush!  We discuss the significance of her name, the influence of females in Hip-hop, her top emcees, the role that collecting CD's has had in her life and much more!

Mar 16, 202316:11
EP 60: Blossom Where You Are Planted

EP 60: Blossom Where You Are Planted

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to multi-disciplinary creator and branding expertise, Brian Jones! We discuss growing up in Washington DC, going to a farm school, his exhibits in places like Marble Collegiate Church and the Smithsonian and the intersectionality between art and faith!

Mar 09, 202334:14
EP 59: From the Inside Out

EP 59: From the Inside Out

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to mother, entrepreneur and the co-founder of The Elite Method, Rachel Dube! We discuss growing up in Brooklyn, working for the entertainment business, social media and her transition into co-partnering with her husband, Mike Dube, to create The Elite Method (a home coaching service for youth).

Mar 02, 202347:25
EP 58: Keep Going, Keep Growing

EP 58: Keep Going, Keep Growing

In this episode, Dr. Walter Hidalgo speaks to journalist and Hip-Hop archivist, YoungDo.  We discuss growing up in New Jersey, his affiliation to Soraspy, The After Hour Spot, his family, Hip-hop media, The Lox, gangs, verzus and much more!

Feb 23, 202346:12
EP 57: New York, New York

EP 57: New York, New York

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to Marketing, Branding & Strategic Partnership Specialist, Adriel Ortiz! We discuss growing up in Washington Heights, street wear, hand ball, Hip-hop, New York, New York and much more!

Oct 20, 202222:56
EP 56: It's Not Gonna Be Easy

EP 56: It's Not Gonna Be Easy

In this episode, Dr. Walter interviews Florida realtor, Ryan Fleurey. We discuss growing up in Rhode Island, his journey to becoming a realtor, his faith, organzing your life and much more!
Oct 13, 202222:05
EP 55: Honor Your Ancestors

EP 55: Honor Your Ancestors

In this episode, Dr. Walter interviews minister, writer and singer, Reverend Dominique Chantell Atchinson. We discuss growing up in the Bronx, her favorite color purple, what ministry "looks like" today, her attachment to her ancestors and much more! 

Oct 06, 202223:08
EP 54: Think Like A Bank

EP 54: Think Like A Bank

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to financial advisor, entrepreneur and founder of Think Like A Bank, Sarry Ibrahim. We discuss growing up in Chicago, the power of manifestations, being the product of immigrant parents from Palestine, how to "think like a bank", his podcast and much more! 

Sep 29, 202227:33
EP 53: Stay True to the Craft

EP 53: Stay True to the Craft

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to entrepreneur and Rhode Island legend, DJ Franchise!  We discuss his love for DJing, starting your own business brand, being original, his love for Hip-hop and much more!

Sep 22, 202221:29
EP 52: Stay Courageous

EP 52: Stay Courageous

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to emcee, educator, curator and writer, Mikal Amin AKA Hired Gun. We discuss growing up in New Jersey, Hip-hop pedagogy, spirituality, the art of emceeing and much more!
Mar 22, 202201:04:05
EP 51: Pay Yourself First

EP 51: Pay Yourself First

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to entrepreneur, wine consultant, financial consultant and owner of the Divino Tasting Room Eatery and Lounge, Miss Burley Tuggle!  We discuss growing up in Atlanta, Georgia, financing, her wine business, her relationship with mom and much more! 

Mar 15, 202201:01:18
EP 50: Move the Culture

EP 50: Move the Culture

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to producer, emcee, educator and community activist, Courtland Hankins.  We discuss growing up in Newburgh, transitioning from financing to Hip-hoppreneurship, music production, spirituality, his President Of Hip-Hop organization and much more! 

Mar 09, 202235:58
EP 49: Be Authentically You

EP 49: Be Authentically You

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to mother, attorney and co-owner of the Pink Portal, Miss Remi Swen-Nurse! We discuss growing up in Rhode Island, entrepreneurship, going to law school, the meaning of "Pink Portal," what is "sexy(?) and much more!
Mar 02, 202240:50
EP 48: Find Your Voice

EP 48: Find Your Voice

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to theological-ethicist and minister, Dr. Joshua Bartholomew. We discuss growing up in Boston, his experience attending Union Theological Seminary in New York City, Black economics, social justice and much more!
Feb 23, 202251:20
EP 47: Divinity in Diversity

EP 47: Divinity in Diversity

In this episode, we talk to minister, educator, author and faith-based community organizer, Minister Onleilove Chika Alston!  We discuss growing up in East New York, Brooklyn, George Floyd, the art of community organizing, her book and much more!

Nov 04, 202149:05
EP 46: EGO (Edging God Out)

EP 46: EGO (Edging God Out)

In this episode, Dr. Walter interviews Massachusett's own, Havok House.  We discuss Hip-hop, fatherhood, social media, Covid, Lo Life's in Massachusetts and much more!

Oct 28, 202144:06
EP 45: Get Back Up

EP 45: Get Back Up

In this episode, Dr. Walter interviews emcee, mother and entrepreneur, Mala Reignz!  We discuss entrepreneurship, Covid, Hip-hop, growing up in the Bronx and much more!

Oct 21, 202127:35
EP 44: Be Grateful

EP 44: Be Grateful

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to emcee, entrepreneur, father and Bronx native, Rxb Rxman aka Rob Roman! We discuss Hip-hop, never giving up, entrepreneurship, branding and much more!

Oct 14, 202138:40
EP 43: The Path Finder

EP 43: The Path Finder

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to emcee, author, entrepreneur, father and Brooklyn's own, William Young! We discuss Hip-hop, incarceration, working with notable artist like DJ Kay Slay and Papoose, his message to the youth and much more!

Oct 07, 202136:50
EP 42: Follow Your Path

EP 42: Follow Your Path

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to jeweler, comedian, artist and entrepreneur, Junebrone! We discuss being born in Brooklyn and his move to Rhode Island, his jewelry line called Zenuj, the art of being a comedian, his advice to the youth and much more!
May 18, 202137:33
EP 41: Be What You See

EP 41: Be What You See

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to podcaster, health professional and emcee, Legacy Starr! We discuss growing up in NYC, Hip-hop, the health fields response to Covid, his love for history and much, much more!
May 12, 202101:05:05
EP 40: Reinvent Yourself Part 2

EP 40: Reinvent Yourself Part 2

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to educator, scientist and mentor, Dr. Chuck McDonald. We discuss his impact on his students (inlcuding our host), his career advances, what makes a good teacher, the power of animals and much, much more!
May 06, 202131:19
EP 40: Reinvent Yourself Part 1

EP 40: Reinvent Yourself Part 1

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to educator, scientist and mentor, Dr. Chuck McDonald. We discuss his impact on his students (inlcuding our host), his career advances, what makes a good teacher, the power of animals and much, much more!
May 06, 202143:45
EP 39: Set Formalities

EP 39: Set Formalities

In this episode, Dr. Walter interviews educator, podcaster and media influencer, Kareem "Reemo" Tyson! We discuss relationships, homeschooling during Covid, his contributions to Hip-hop culture, his podcast and much more!
Apr 29, 202101:04:07
EP 38: Its Your Why

EP 38: Its Your Why

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to entrepreneur, mother and co-founder of Be Moore Interpreting, LLC, Mrs. Shirley Moore! We discuss growing up in Rhode Island, her entrepreneur spirit, being a pastor, her interpreting business and much more!
Apr 23, 202147:45
Bonus Episode: Earth Will Flourish

Bonus Episode: Earth Will Flourish

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to plant based and homeschooling extraordinaires, Darlyn and Alexis Gomes! We discuss faith and family, marriage, there decision to homeschool all 4 of their children and the importance of caring for Mother Earth based on what we eat!
Apr 13, 202151:21
EP 37: Led by Example

EP 37: Led by Example

In this episode, Dr. Walter interviews motivational speaker and coach, Mike Dube. We discuss growing up in Long Island, what makes a good coach, his views on spirituality, his in-home coaching service that he co-founded with his wife called, Elite Method, and much more!
Feb 16, 202151:48
EP 36: I'm Not Alone

EP 36: I'm Not Alone

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to social media influencer, minister and founder of Courtney's Corner, Courtney! We discuss everything from health, ministry, faith, community organizing and much more!
Feb 10, 202126:14
EP 35: Do Your Research

EP 35: Do Your Research

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to actor, emcee and youth educator, Swan! We discuss everything from growing up in Harlem, police/community relations, Hip-hop, gentrification, his message to the youth, his High End Cooking show and much more!
Feb 04, 202141:34
EP 34: That Next Thing

EP 34: That Next Thing

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to DJ and realtor, Jack Santos! We discuss everything from growing up in Rhode Island, the Cape Verde Islands, DJing, the art of hustling, real estate and much more!
Jan 29, 202135:19
EP 33: Ability to Adjust

EP 33: Ability to Adjust

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to boxing legend, trainer and father - Jason "Big Six" Estrada! We discuss everything from growing up in Providence, Rhode Island, the technicalities of boxing, his message to the youth and much more!
Jan 19, 202142:39
EP 32: Motivational Creators

EP 32: Motivational Creators

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to emcee and entrepreneur, Jamel Rocwell formally known as Sav Kilz! We discuss growing up in Brooklyn, the art of emceeing, journaling, the grind of entrepeneurship, his collaborations with with Wu-tang and Griselda Records, and much more!

Jan 14, 202124:01
Bonus Episode: Equal Plainfields

Bonus Episode: Equal Plainfields

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to father, emcee and entrepreneur, Optometrist!  We discuss growing up in Staten Island, surviving a pandemic, his contributions to Hip-Hop and much more!

Jan 04, 202146:59
EP 31: Walking on Water

EP 31: Walking on Water

In this episode, Dr. Walter interviews the founder of Young Boss Media, Monica Grant!  We discuss entrepreneurship, her recent book (Mind Your Own Business and Prosper), college, growing up down south, Black Lives Matter and much more!

Nov 19, 202042:37
EP 30: The 'Lil Duns

EP 30: The 'Lil Duns

In this episode, Dr. Walter interviews emcee and teacher, Cassandra the Goddess MC! We discuss growing up in Long Island, being a teacher, her message to the youth, her inspiration from Hip-hop groups like Mobb Deep and Tha Lox and much much more!

Nov 11, 202039:24
EP 29: True Colors

EP 29: True Colors

In this episode, Dr. Walter interviews teacher, Hip-hop archivist and activist, Professor Joseph Sanchez.  We discuss the Temple of Hip-hop, gangs, Dominicans in New York, history and something dope that comes out of his s(H)elf!

Nov 05, 202044:11
EP 28: Shaken Up

EP 28: Shaken Up

In this episode, Dr. Walter interviews communication coach, Monique Fortune!  We discuss everything from growing up in the Bronx, coaching, theology, Black Lives Matter and much more!

Oct 28, 202035:05
EP 27: I'ma Superhero

EP 27: I'ma Superhero

In this episode, Dr. Walter interviews emcee and youth minister, Be The Symbol!  We discuss growing up in the Bronx, Hip-hop, youth, fashion, his message to the youth and much more!

Oct 22, 202001:05:22
EP 26: Holy Exorcism Part 2

EP 26: Holy Exorcism Part 2

In this episode, Dr. Walter speaks to Presbyterian minister, Reverend Doctor Derrick McQueen!  We discuss growing up in New Jersey, the Church's response to the pandemic, the GBLTQI community, theology, Black Lives Matter and much more!

Oct 16, 202030:33