Arroe Collins: Unplugged & Totally Uncut

Ralph's love for music began at age 3, inspired by his late grandfather, known as Honey Grandpa. After losing his grandfather at age 7, Ralph began finding comfort and inspiration in signs of his presence. Initially focused on sports, the college choir at Fresno City College redirected his path, giving him opportunities to tour France and compete in local talent competitions. These experiences cemented his passion for singing and performing, leading him to a career as a full-time musician. Ralph now fronts his own band, VibeCheck, blending genres and earning a strong following, with support from his fiancée, Crystina. Driven to honor his roots and carry forward his grandfather's legacy, Ralph has long dreamed of "The Voice," where he's ready to share his voice, heart and story with the world.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

I’m always asking questions.  The fun begins when you start researching for answers. Such as…   The music we hear in our head, where does it come from and why is it endlessly playing even when we want silence?  Plus… Bread.  Very few don’t like bread, mainly the end piece called the heel.  Why?   I’m Arroe…  I am a daily writer.  A silent wolf.  I stand on the sidelines and do nothing but watch, listen study then activate.  I call it The Daily Mess.  A chronological walk through an everyday world.  Yes, it’s my morning writing.  As a receiver of thoughts and ideas, we as people tend to throw it to the side and deal with it later.  When a subject arrives, I dig in.  It’s still keeping a journal!  By doing the research the picture becomes clearer.  This is the Daily Mess…Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

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-Missed Opportunity- I love sharing conversations.  Hosting requires show prep.  My podcasting platforms feature thousands of guests.  What you don’t have access to are the missed opportunities. The show prep was completed.  The conversation didn’t happen.  I keep all my notes! Paths will cross again.  Let me explain Missed Opportunity.  It’s my questions and statements without their answers.  I’m leaving open enough space at the end of each question hoping they’ll download the talk and insert their answers.Missed Opportunity is a lost piece of history.  Like a message in a bottle tossed out to sea. I hope to locate a destination…  This week we’re putting focus on my missed opportunity with writer and director Troy Duffy. Missed Opportunity.  A lost piece of history.  You know the questions.  Let’s locate the reactions.  The door is always open.  If you are or know Troy Duffy please reach out to me at arroec@gmail.com that’s arroec@gmail.com Be brilliant!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

LA entrepreneur Judi Leib discovered this firsthand when her son faced a serious medical crisis. Overwhelmed with stress and feeling helpless, she turned to an unexpected source of comfort: baking challah bread. The repetitive kneading, the focus required, the sensory experience - it became her therapy.That personal healing journey became Challah and Soul, where Judi now teaches stressed-out Angelenos (from corporate executives to busy moms) how to find calm through bread-making.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

Chanda A. Bell and Christa Pitts, co-CEOs and founders of The Lumistella Company and the visionaries behind the Santaverse™ and The Elf on the Shelf®, to discuss the global sensation and beloved holiday tradition The 20th anniversary celebration includes a novel titled The Rise of Nicholas the Noble, a flurry of new games, experiences, must-have holiday products, original content and more to honor the milestone year  The Lumistella Company, creator of the internationally acclaimed Santaverse™ and The Elf on the Shelf®, is celebrating 20 years of the beloved holiday tradition that has made its mark on families and generations around the world. Alongside co-founders, CEOs and twin sisters Chanda A. Bell and Christa Pitts, we invite you to embrace the magic by learning more about The Elf on the Shelf and the immersive Santaverse, an enchanted story-driven world that brings new characters, places and entertainment to life year-round. From Bell's recent release of the middle grade novel The Rise of Nicholas the Noble to celebratory products, storylines, toys, games, experiences, partnerships and more, The Lumistella Company is sure to continue sparking joy to help families create lasting memories.Most recently, The Lumistella Company released a new friend of The Elf on the Shelf, Razzle the Celebration Snowman, who encourages fans of all ages to celebrate their own special occasions throughout the year. Created for the whole family, the company also announced its first video game inspired by the beloved Scout Elf titled The Elf on the Shelf®: Christmas Heroes, as well as a range of holiday must-haves, including a limited-edition 20th Anniversary Edition Box Set, Frost Pips™ elf babies, Elf Kits, original content, and so much more!!Written by 12x best-selling author Chanda A. Bell, The Rise of Nicholas the Noble unveils Santa’s untold origin story, sweeping readers into a breathtaking world of fantasy and wonder. This touching story highlights the importance of bravery, community and faith to protect the world from the dangers of evil.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

Kevin Federline: dancer, father, accidental pop culture icon. His star rose electrifying stages alongside Pink, Destiny's Child, Aaliyah, and more. But it was his turbulent marriage to pop superstar Britney Spears that made him a household name and triggered a relentless media storm, reducing him to a caricature in a world that barely knew him.Behind the tabloid headlines was a devoted father fighting for his children and his sanity, navigating the fallout of fame and a fractured family, as everything around him spun out of control.From the heights of global stardom to the pain of public ridicule, this memoir peels back the layers of celebrity, fatherhood, and survival to reveal the man behind the mythology. A man shaped not by spectacle or spotlight, but by love, resilience, and the steadfast resolve to give his kids a normal life.What you thought you knew was only half the story.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

I’m always asking questions.  The fun begins when you start researching for answers. Such as…   Why does it feel like we eat more food and sweet between Halloween and New Years Day?  Plus…facing your lifelong goal of seeking out all things delicious.    I’m Arroe…  I am a daily writer.  A silent wolf.  I stand on the sidelines and do nothing but watch, listen study then activate.  I call it The Daily Mess.  A chronological walk through an everyday world.  Yes, it’s my morning writing.  As a receiver of thoughts and ideas, we as people tend to throw it to the side and deal with it later.  When a subject arrives, I dig in.  It’s still keeping a journal!  By doing the research the picture becomes clearer.  This is the Daily Mess…Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

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Pod Crashing episode 418 with Vanessa Grigoriasdis host of the podcast Model Wars. On the surface, the modeling industry in the 80s was about parties and pretty clothes, but underneath the flash, there were drugs, sex, and violence. And Paul Fisher, a former straight-A student from the San Fernando Valley, rose to prominence amidst the turmoil. After a chance encounter with an alleged mobster, Paul suddenly found himself with a million dollars in funding and the chance to start a modeling agency in New York City. The city was then embroiled in a "model war" between industry titans Eileen Ford and John Casablancas, and Paul tried to make his mark. But even as Paul thrived in the party-heavy culture of the time, burning cash like a furnace, he came face to face with the darkest forces in the industry. As his shady backers put the screws to him, Paul faced down deadly consequences, trying to make a star while saving his soul. EPISODES AVAILABLE HERE:Https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-model-wars-291069458/episode/introducing-model-wars-291069459/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

In the 1960s, at the height of the Mad Men era, Jule Campbell shattered glass ceilings by transforming a struggling magazine into a media empire: the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, the most anticipated annual publication. Chic and controversial, the mastermind behind this titillating page-turner was a creative trailblazer who navigated a male-dominated workplace while simultaneously rebuffing accusations of objectification. Campbell transformed the magazine with her vision to showcase female beauty in a tasteful, artistic manner. Daughter-in-law Jill's documentary chronicles her 32-year reign, where she championed intelligence and empowered supermodels like Christie Brinkley, Cheryl Tiegs, Roshumba Williams, and many others who recall the era and working with her. Weaving together her journey with feminism's evolution, the film explores the changing gaze on beauty, from objectification to body positivity. Through stunning visuals and intimate interviews with a wise, nonagenarian Campbell herself, we witness a legacy that continues to inspire.Jule Campbell, the founding editor of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, is the subject of this documentary. It explores how she transformed a struggling magazine into a publishing powerhouse.Campbell's vision was to create beautiful imagery in exotic locations. She fought to protect the models from objectification while celebrating their beauty. She battled with male editors to find a balance between these two approaches.The documentary portrays Campbell as a resilient and creative trailblazer. She changed the way women are seen in media by showcasing their intelligence and personalities alongside their beauty. She even championed naming the models, who were previously seen as nameless faces.Beyond the Gaze goes beyond Campbell's story. It explores the evolution of feminism and fashion alongside the changing societal views on female bodies in swimsuits. The documentary questions the continued relevance of Campbell's creation in today's world that emphasizes empowerment and inclusion.Ultimately, the film is a celebration of women supporting women. Campbell's mentorship and dedication to her collaborators serve as an inspiration for generations. The documentary's structure follows Campbell's life, reflecting on her legacy and mortality with grace and wisdom. The visuals are designed to echo the beauty of Campbell's work in the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.Here's the trailer:Https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YuuER5o4oys&t=5s Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

Jesse Jackson, the civil rights leader, activist, raconteur, and political candidate, finally gets a book worthy of his stature courtesy of CNN anchor Abby Phillip. Focusing on his presidential runs in 1984 and, especially, 1988, Phillip highlights how Jackson built an unlikely coalition that showed how Black political power could be consolidated. His experience working under Martin Luther King; his organizing the SLCC's Operation Breadbasket in Chicago and beyond; and his roots in the deep South combined into two astonishingly impactful presidential campaigns. Appealing to the working people of urban enclaves like that of Chicago, young people on college campuses, and Black people across the South, he created the modern Democratic coalition-one that has been used by all major Democrats seeking national success from With her expert reporting, natural storytelling skills, and a story so full of humanity, politics, and hope, Abby Phillip has written a rousing popular history that sheds new light on an American icon."Jesse Jackson's presidential campaigns showed America that leadership could look different, that power could be shared, and that more voices deserved to be heard," said Phillip. "His movement laid the foundation for the coalitions that define our democracy today. This book is my effort to capture the urgency, the messiness, and the possibility of that era, and what it still has to teach us now." At a time when questions of representation, democracy, and belonging are once again at the forefront of American life, A Dream Deferred offers urgent lessons from a leader who pioneered modern coalition politics. The battles Jesse Jackson fought in the 1980s, over voter access, multiracial coalition-building, and the visibility of Black political leadership, mirror the very debates shaping our politics today. By revisiting Jackson's story, Phillip not only restores him to his rightful place in history, but also reminds us that the struggles of the past are inseparable from the challenges of the present.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

After a nerve-wracking Blind Audition on Season 25, Rob walked away without a chair turn, but with encouraging words from Dan + Shay that lit a fire within him. Since then, he's performed more than 100 shows a year and turned his focus toward growing as a full-time artist. He gigs primarily in the Carolina music scene, performing at bars and restaurants, including at the iconic House of Blues where he performs original music and covers ranging from country to Usher. His genre-bending style and heartfelt vocals have won over local crowds and sharpened his artistry. With unwavering support from his wife, Chelsey, and their three kids, Rob is back to prove that hard work, heart and persistence can turn chairs.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

I’m always asking questions.  The fun begins when you start researching for answers. Such as…   At what age does the average person realize they weren’t given the perfect life?  Plus… what’s the best way to handle a perfectionist boss?    I’m Arroe…  I am a daily writer.  A silent wolf.  I stand on the sidelines and do nothing but watch, listen study then activate.  I call it The Daily Mess.  A chronological walk through an everyday world.  Yes, it’s my morning writing.  As a receiver of thoughts and ideas, we as people tend to throw it to the side and deal with it later.  When a subject arrives, I dig in.  It’s still keeping a journal!  By doing the research the picture becomes clearer.  This is the Daily Mess…Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

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I’m CT…  When I’m not busy being Arroe the podcaster, I live in the real world.  Everybody has to have a job.  Mine is C.S.  Customer Service.  Solutions, relationships while keeping my team motivated to keep a constant connection with each guest who’s chosen to stop their day to visit our location.  Episode 203 Selling alcohol to teens, beef stick battles and big bust at self checkout.     ***please don’t jump away there’s more ctcs coming up nextBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

Welcome back to the studio.  This is My Day of Play, where you’re taken into the real events and actions of how it happens long before the process of editing or cleaning up.  The original purpose of these episodes was to give my broadcasting students something to edit, to practice with and to call their own.  Then I realized that you are just as important.  Share the reality of how it really went.  We begin things with Dara Gottfried, widow of the legendary actor comedian Gilbert Gottfried.  Living and creating with one of the most brilliant funny people on the planet.  Then we’re going all out anime with Jacki Jing from Crunchyroll, the place to be for all things global and universal anime.  And we’ll wrap things up Allan Kozinn and Adrian Sinclair who went to town on the research and discovery which is featured in the book McCartney Legacy, Vol 2 This is My Day of Play.  Completely unedited in the way of meeting the wizard behind the curtain.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

It's 1943. Nazi Germany and its Axis power allies are ravaging Europe and the Pacific with a terrible war. At this juncture, President Franklin Roosevelt has one critical goal: a face-to-face meeting with his allies, Joseph Stalin and Winston Churchill. The first ever meeting of the "Big Three" is set to take place in Tehran, Iran, where the leaders of the three great superpowers will discuss and decide on some of the most crucial strategic details of the war. But when the Nazis learn about the meeting, they form their own secret, deadly plan: an assassination plot that would forever change history...if they're successful. This riveting true story, filled with daring rescues and high stakes intrigue, explains how this pivotal meeting in Tehran changed the course of World War II, and how the Nazi conspiracy to assassinate the Allied leaders nearly led to world-shattering disaster. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

Luv Ya, Bum! is a new documentary celebrating the life, legacy and leadership of iconic NFL coach Bum Phillips. Winner of the 2025 SXSW Documentary Spotlight Audience Award, the film will be available for digital and on-demand viewing (Apple, Amazon, iTunes, Google, etc.) on November 25.Narrated by actor and Houston native Dennis Quaid, Luv Ya Bum! is set against the backdrop of a booming 1970s Houston, and chronicles how Bum Phillips transformed the reeling Houston Oilers into playoff contenders, sparking the beloved “Luv Ya Blue!” movement. Known for his trademark cowboy hat and folksy charisma, Phillips led with authenticity, loyalty, and a deep belief in his players, redefining leadership in professional sports and leaving a legacy that continues to resonate through NFL generations and beyond. Luv Ya Bum! features rare, archival footage and impactful interviews with football legends, including Earl Campbell, Dan Pastorini, Peyton Manning, Sean McVay, Terry Bradshaw, Jerry Jones, J.J. Watt, Von Miller, DeMarcus Ware, and Bum’s son and grandson, NFL coaches Wade and Wes Phillips.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.

When it’s extremely difficult to make up your mind.  Having the power of choice can actually weaken someone.  On this episode we’re going to explore the importance of to invest more in self-motivated ambitions then teamwork.  Plus…the choice to show up at work on time, what signals are you sending out?  I’m Arroe.  Life is a series of choices.  Who decides when you’re not making it the right choice?  Is it the fear of going wrong?  The greatest lessons in life are often lost inside hidden away attempts and concepts.  It’s time to reopen your heart. Having a choice is a daily gift.  On this highway we learn to trust mirages… What is the choice?  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/arroe-collins-unplugged-totally-uncut--994165/support.