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Rahmus Rifical a member of the dynamic Rifical Team, dancehall crew right out of Jamaica.   Some of the most influential dancers in the dancehall world.   This is part one of a longer interview.   We discuss what how he joined the team, the very influential part of Jamaica where he is from with such luminaries such as Shelly Belly, Ice, even Bogle.   We talk about what the long term goal of the crew.   Dig in!   Thanks for listening! You can reach Rahmus at his Facebook page here. Related: Korie Genius Full Time Dancehall Teacher. For more check out the blog at pvpfromnj.com If you've enjoyed this, please support this podcast by doing any, all your shopping through my eBay link: eBay or my Amazon link: Amazon Any shopping through these links will be at no extra cost to you. Thank you!    

1100+ downloads to date!   Thank you all for the incredible support.   It is definitely appreciated.  I also have my first giveaway.   The first person to comment on this post with your email, tell me what you like about the podcast, and I will mail the scanner to you (U.S. residents only please).   It is a Socket 7Ci Scanner, it works just fine, but does have some cosmetic wear.   See pics of the scanner on the blog for this particular post.   I originally used it with Asellertool's FBAScan. Moving forward most of the music made on the podcast and vlog will be produced by myself.   I've been toying with Isequence on the iPad.   It's made by Beepstreet and works tremendously.   I'm still learning how to use it. Another podcast change...episodes will be shorter.   The maximum length being 20 minutes.   Between a full time job and editing podcasts, episodes are taking longer to be published.   I'd like to speed that up and get it out to you loyal listeners sooner rather than later. I apologize for the audio qua

After a year and 8 months, I've decided to begin dating again. I'm missing intimacy in my life, and it would be nice to meet someone. Some days I'd love to be in a relationship, others I'm OK with being single. In this episode I ask if more of us should stay in the dating space rather than be in a relationship. People's needs and wants change over time, doesn't this make them want different people? Is it what has the divorce rate so high across the world? I also detail what I'm looking for in a person. Someone with similar interests and direction would be the dream scenario. Also someone into health and fitness as I spend a lot of my time focusing in those areas.   No smokers, social drinkers are OK.   Finally no rushing into things, which I've been guilty of doing so in the past.   Would love to hear what your opinion, thoughts. Please comment on the blog.   For more check out the blog at http://www.improveandhavefun.com  If you've enjoyed this, please support this podcast by doing any, all your shopping th

Admittedly I've tried to seek out people to interview for this podcast/blog.   Selfishly thinking that if I interviewed these people that would bring more subscribers and downloads.   People in my eyes, who I considered influencers, role models.   People whom have inspired me and continue to do so.   They would agree to do the podcast,   I offered to work around their schedule.   After that they wouldn't either respond or have to reschedule without actually rescheduling. Listening to a recent podcast episode from Dave Jackson's School Of Podcasting (click here to hear the episode) and reading this book ('Stop Chasing Influencers' by Kimanzi Constable & Jared Easley) seems like serendipity.   In the podcast, Dave talks about how we (podcasters) chase that elusive interview that we hope will bring us some major attention.   In many cases, that unicorn interview doesn't have much of an effect on downloads at all.   In his interview with Dave Hooper; they discuss Mr. Hooper's podcast style.   He basically ta

This post does have affiliate links.   Suicide Squad starring Margot Robbie and Will Smith.   A very enjoyable movie with some issues. Mr. K (from episode#7) guest stars in this episode.   We break down this movie, discuss the upcoming DC film slate.    We talk about superhero movies and tv shows in general. My review score for this movie was a 6/10, Mr. K's was 5/10.   Have you seen this movie?   What did you think?  Do you agree/disagree with us?   Comment below. If you'd like to delve deeper into the Suicide Squad history and the current DC film universe, I've included some links below.     Reference: Upcoming list of DC comics films (tentative list that can change).   Man of Steel (the beginning of the current DC film universe). Batman Vs. Superman The Ultimate Edition (the superior movie we mentioned). Batman: Assault on Arkham Asylum (An animated feature starring Harley Quinn and Deadshot). The Suicide Squad Volume 1 by Jeff Ostrander & Luke Mcdonnell: Trial by Fire (A collection of the very f

This post does have affiliate links. The ‘Fred Factor’ by Mark Sanborn.   With this book I realized, I enjoy the more personal self-improvement books and not really the ones pertaining to business.   This book definitely plays to both, but more so on the business side of things. In listening to various entrepreneurial podcasts, two of the bigger points echoed across the board, build relationships and  add value.   This book tells you point by point on how to do that.   These may seem like common sense, but I prefer it to be spelled out and these are my absolute biggest takeaways from reading the ‘Fred Factor’.  This was another book that was in Evan Carmicheal’s Youtube video 7 Books Every Entrepreneur Must Read. Here are some golden nuggets from the book: ‘Fred is more likely living proof that there is another less observable competitor:  the job we could have done.   The truth is that we compete against our own potential every day.   And most of us fall short of what we are capable of doing or being.’ pg

This post does have affiliate links. A long time mentor of mine in the reselling space.   But in this episode we do not talk about reselling!   Instead we discuss religion, dating, self improvement, and conspiracy theories.   Things Jamison and myself discuss when we're not talking business. Jamison mentions Darren Hardy's 'The Compound Effect' as a book which he was currently listening to at the time.   He gives a great example from the book on how 'The Compound Effect' can make positive changes in your life over time. When we begin talking about conspiracy theories, he brings up an interview done by Alex Jones, of Aaron Russo(click here to see the video).   He says this particular video really changed his outlook on the world and what is good and what is evil. If you are a fan of Mr. Philippi's, check out this interview.   Also check out his interview on the E-commerce Momentum podcast.   Incredible stuff.   Related: Interview with Josh Mendez ______________________________________________________ the bl

This post does have affiliate links. James Altucher and Claudia Azula Altucher's 'The Power Of No'.   I am a fan of Mr. Altucher's podcast and his blog.   He speaks in a very 'common-sense' way to me. I enjoy his stance on going to college and owning a home.   Truth be told, I sometimes think my voice sounds like his voice when I'm recording my own podcast. Of all the books I've read so far, in this 'Biggest Takeaways' series, this one made me emotional at times and made me day dream the most.   The parts especially when he discusses saying 'No' to situations that make you feel bad (even though we still willingly participate in these situations)and the 'Rebirth' exercise.   The last chapter was my favorite.   Specifically when they discussed reinventing yourself. These are a few of my biggest takeaways in this book. 'Being grateful is the bridge between the world of nightmares and the world where we are free to say no.   It's the bridge between the world of delusions and the world of creativity.   It's the p

This is a small DJ mix tape of some of my favorite music from 2011. Here is the track list: 1. Kavinsky-'Nightcall' 2. Tune-Yards-'Bizness' 3. Robin Thicke-'I'm An Animal' 4. Karen O w/ Trent Reznor-'Immigrant Song' 5. Lonely Island-'Jack Sparrow' 6. Lonely Island-'After Party' 7. Mayer Hawthorne-'A Long Time'   Enjoy! Related:  Check out my first mix here For more check out the blog at pvpfromnj.com If you've enjoyed this, please support this podcast by doing any, all your shopping through my eBay link: eBay or my Amazon link: Amazon Any shopping through these links will be at no extra cost to you. Thank you!

There are affiliate links in this post. Star Trek Beyond!   Great movie with a weak villain.   Incredible special effects, many classic sounds from the original series (transporter, communication devices, sounds from the bridge).   The rotating camera work by Justin Lin was fun as well.  I felt the main crew each got a lot of love in this film except Uhura, I felt she didn't have many lines.   Neither the villain, which was Idris Elba.   He was physically imposing, acted well, but didn't have much. Justin Lin did a fantastic job with this movie.  I hope he returns to direct the next one. Saw this movie with a few of the boys and here are there final scores. David scored this movie and 8/10.   Myself, Jason, Mike scored this movie a 7.5/10. Here more about our scores in this episode.   Have you seen the movie?   Do you agree/disagree with our review?   Thanks for listening! Find out more about Start Trek here. Based on the this article from Screencrush, here are their top 4 Star Trek films to date. Star Trek

This post does have affiliate links. The number #1 movie in the box office for the last two weekends (from the date this is published).   From the creators of the Despicable Me series (Illumination Entertainment)comes the Secret Life of Pets. This was a very enjoyable film with a lot of heart and beautiful animation.  There were some story beats and that weren't fully developed and were convenient at time but an overall fun movie. My overall score is 7/10.   On this episode I have a special guest, Sonya.   Her overall score is 6.5/10. We go a little more in depth in this episode.  Give it a listen. Did you see Secret Life of Pets?  What did you think?   Here are some other movies by Illumination Entertainment. 1. Minions (2015) 2. Despicable Me (2010) 3. Despicable Me 2 (2013) 4. The Lorax (2012) 5. Hop (2011) Please comment on the blog.  For more check out the blog at pvpfromnj.com If you've enjoyed this, please support this podcast by doing any, all your shopping through my eBay link: eBay or my Amazon link

This post does have affiliate links.  I devoured this book!  This is bigger than the 'Go-Giver' book (where you can find my takeaway special for that book here), and I went through it so fast.   What I mean by that, this is another fantastic book.   The sub heading says '10 Principle of Abundance and Prosperity" and this is exactly what the book gives.   It's what hooked me from the first chapter. Chris Lee's 'Transform Your Life'. I heard one of the many podcasts he's done with Lewis Howes on his 'School of Greatness' podcast (Click here to see the YouTube video), loved the interview, and instantly was sold on picking up this book. Chris Lee's website does have very minimal info on it, but it does include his Twitter and Facebook pages. These were my biggest takeaways from his book: This is part of a quote by Marianne Williamson right before the table of contents, 'Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate.   Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.   It is our light not our darkness, t

Visualization. This is the audio for my very first vlog for this show.   You can see the vlog video here. In reading Chris Lee's book, his chapter on 'Visualization' very much inspired me.   When it comes to attaining a thing, I've often had a very easy time visualizing myself using the thing.    How I was going to use it, what for, when.   When it comes to relationships or people I've had a tougher go of it.   When it has come to someone I was very attracted to I would visualize the best of the best situations.   I'd put the person on a pedestal, it would be a little ridiculous. It's tough to visualize my goals as well.   They change often.    The 5 year plan, the 10 year plan.   It's tough to think that far ahead, but I know constant action in one thing for that period of time will produce results. I'm hoping visualization can help me in these two areas.  Click here to check out Chris Lee's Transform Your Life book What are some examples of how you've used the practice of visualization in your life? Please

There are affiliate links in this post. I watched Evan Carmicheal's YouTube video called 7 Books Every Entrepreneur Must Read (click here to see the video).   This was one of the books on his list.  Bob Burg's and John David Mann's The Go-Giver.  I really thoroughly enjoyed this book. I love when lessons are told through a story format.   These are my biggest takeaways from this book, page numbers included. Joe drew a breath.   "So', he spoke this next thought slowly, thinking it out loud, "you're saying, people don't take advantage of you because you don't expect them to?   That because you don't put any focus on selfishness and greed, even when it's all around you, it doesn't have much impact on you?"   Then he had a flash of inspiration.   "Like a healthy immune system-the disease is all around you, but you don't catch it?' pg 14 "All things being equal-"  Ernesto finished the phrase:  '-people will do business with and refer business to those people they know, like and trust." pg 25 'Your life works the

This is an update on my reselling business.    Particularly eBay and Amazon FBA. Links: Rachel Jonat's book 'Do Less' https://amzn.to/2HL4R6G  Gary Keller's and Jay Papasan's 'The ONE Thing' https://amzn.to/2HMxIr9    For more check out the blog at pvpfromnj.com Thoughts? Comments? Do so below.   Or you can contact me by calling, texting, or WhatsApp at 1-201-472-0429. If you leave a voicemail please be aware, you only have 3 minutes.   This is a US number. Email me at improveandhavefun@gmail.com  Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_pvp_perez Rate, like, leave a review! I will shout you out for sure! If you've enjoyed this, please support this podcast by doing any, all your shopping through my affiliate links: my eBay link: EBAY http://ebay.to/2e5mvmj or my AMAZON link: http://amzn.to/2dRu3IM or DONATE here https://bit.ly/2LD1mwy Thank you! Subscribe/watch/listen here: iTunes http://apple.co/2pnmMqa Android http://bit.ly/2p5fgQx YouTube http://bit.ly/2ixiRo4 iHeartRadio

This post has affiliate links. I’m actually reading books now.   Something I hadn’t done since high school.   I heard Brian Tracy YouTube video saying ‘reading is exercising the brain’.   That motivated me to begin reading more often.   It began the summer of 2015 when I found Tony Robbins Unlimited Power book while I was out sourcing for items to resell on eBay and Amazon.   I was around when he had those 30 minute infomercials during the 90s.   Those sold me hook, line and sinker!    I purchased his Awaken the Giant Within book around the time but never finished it.   It took me about 6 months to finish the Unlimited Power book and it was fantastic.   I’ve read about 4 books now (all small/slim books so far) and I’m currently reading the Go-Giver by Bob Burg and John David Mann.   But before that I finished reading Rachel Jonat’s Do Less.   A Minimalist Guide To a Simplified, Organized, Happy Life.   These were my biggest takeaways from the book.   Here are quotes from the book with page numbers. ‘The trut

In this episode I interview the 2nd of my two, main, Dancehall mentors.   Fredlox of the Dancin' Squad.   Listen to us talk about his upbringing in Paris.   His early fascination with the hip hop culture.   We discuss his motivations in coming to the U.S. without knowing any English.   His first memorable Dancehall experience in a Bronx nightclub.   Rubbing shoulders, dancing alongside, battling such dancers as Bogle, Tic and Tac, Bruk Up, Bingi, and Wattah Boots, to name a few.   An inspirational and heartfelt interview.   You can contact Fredlox on Instagram here.   Listen to Mr. K's (from the Dancin' Squad) interview here. For more check out the blog at pvpfromnj.com   Thoughts? Comments? You can contact me by calling, texting, or WhatsApp at 1-201-472-0429. If you leave a voicemail please be aware, you only have 3 minutes.   This is a US number. Email me at improveandhavefun@gmail.com  Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_pvp_perez Rate, like, leave a review! I will shout you out fo

There is an affiliate link in this post. The sequel to 1996's Independence Day was a lot of dumb fun!     Shout out to my boys Jason G. and Gunnie for helping me out with this review. Did you see it?   If not then see it here(affiliate link)https://amzn.to/2Ufttdj  Here's my next sci-fi movie review for Star Trek: Beyond https://bit.ly/2ZCwF2N  Thoughts? Comments?   You can contact me by calling, texting, or WhatsApp at 1-201-472-0429. If you leave a voicemail please be aware, you only have 3 minutes.   This is a US number. Email me at improveandhavefun@gmail.com  Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/paul_pvp_perez Rate, like, leave a review! I will shout you out for sure! If you've enjoyed this, please support this podcast by doing any, all your shopping through my affiliate links: my eBay link: EBAY http://ebay.to/2e5mvmj or my AMAZON link: http://amzn.to/2dRu3IM or DONATE here https://bit.ly/2LD1mwy Thank you! Subscribe/watch/listen here: iTunes http://apple.co/2pnmMqa Android

Mr. K from the Dancin' Squad.  He is one (of two) of my main dancehall mentors.   We discuss his upbringing in NYC via Harlem and especially the Bronx were the crew (Dancin' Squad) has made their name. We also chat about comics books, Hip Hop, house music, DJing, legendary nightclubs like Act 3 and The Fever.   Dance and the passion we both share for social/party dancing is definitely covered.   I ask how was the Dancin' Squad formed?  Where did the name come from?  How did he meet Fredlox and past/present members of the crew?   Hear about the time Fredlox once challenged dancehall pioneer Bogle in a Bronx nightclub.   And finally how the squad once had a dance/battle/session with the Black Eyed Peas crew (minus Fergie).   Thoughts, comments, opinions.   Please do so below.   Thanks for watching/listening.   Reach out to Mr. K on his Instagram here. Find my related interview with Fredlox here.  Thoughts, comments, opinions.   Please do so below.   Thanks for watching/listening.  Check out pvpfromnj.com for mo

Hanna Herbertson is a renaissance woman.   Dancer, choreographer, DJ, video editor, to name a few of the hats she wears.   She is also the only choreographer who has been teaching/holding dancehall classes in NYC, for almost a decade. Hear her story from her beginnings revolving around her adoption and her upbringing in Sweden, her influences in dance.   Her travels, inspirations, struggles and wins she's had in her career so far. She discusses her group which consists of herself, Korie Genius (previous guest which you can listen/watch here) and History and how successful they've all been in their own right.   Finally she discusses her future plans. This was a light hearted interview which I very much enjoyed.   I've been taking her classes for some time, and I recommend anyone listening to do the same.   You can follow Hanna on her Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/hannaherbertson/    Thoughts, comments, opinions.   Please do so below.   Thanks for watching/listening.  Check out pvpfromnj.com for more.