The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas

Ever asked yourself, “Am I even supposed to be here?” In this episode of The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas, we unpack Proverbs 18 through a powerful question Kelly’s father often asked: “Boy, are you even supposed to be in this place?”This isn’t doubt — it’s direction. When we shift our focus to the miracles already surrounding us, we start seeing how God is working even when we can’t. Proverbs 18 reminds us to count our blessings, guard our hearts, choose our words with wisdom, and trust that His timing is perfect.Discover how humility, gratitude, and diligence align you with God’s plan — and why the peace you’ve been chasing has been waiting for you to slow down, praise Him, and chill.Listen now and shift your focus to the miracles in motion.Grab Kelly’s books:Inch Stones: The Vibe Within – https://a.co/d/4CYg4vGThe Vibe: The Missing Ingredient That Changes Everything – https://a.co/d/e8VibeBookListen to The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas:Apple Podcasts – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-vibe-with-kelly-cardenas/id1549373618Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/1bC3gAGmYVd9ZpMZ1KqF9PYouTube Channel – https://www.youtube.com/@TheVibeWithKellyCardenasExperience our partner:Transcendence Wine – https://transcendencewine.comThis episode is proudly sponsored by:Cardenas Law Group – https://cardenaslawgroup.comJoin the movement. Focus on the miracles. Praise in the process. Live The VIBE.Executive producer: The #1 wedding hairdresser in San Diego Brooklyn Cardenas

NYC native Bobbito García is a visionary creative who has put an indelible footprint on multiple urban movements.During the 1990s, the legendary air personality was one-half of the “Stretch and Bobbito” program on WKCR. The duo introduced the world to an unsigned Nas, Biggie, and Wu-Tang, as well as an unknown Jay-Z, Eminem, and the Fugees. The total record sales for all the artists that premiered on their platform exceed 300 million. In 1998, the Source Magazine voted them as “The Best Hip Hop Radio Show of All Time,“ and in 2023, they were inducted into the NAB Radio Hall of Fame.As the progenitor of sneaker journalism, García penned his landmark Source article “Confessions of a Sneaker Addict” in 1990, then in 2003 became the critically acclaimed author of Where’d You Get Those? NYC’s Sneaker Culture: 1960-1987(Testify Books). In 2005, ESPN’s “It’s The Shoes” series, hosted by Bobbito, became the first show on the subject in broadcasting history. A former professional basketball player in Puerto Rico, García performed in the ground breaking Nike “Freestyle” commercial. In 2007, the brand released seven co-designed Air Force 1 sneakers bearing his name. The voice of EA Sports’ popular NBA Street video game is also a world-renowned DJ who has spun world, soul and jazz music at Lincoln Center, Central Park SummerStage, and the Smithsonian (DC). Bobbito was also featured playing his vinyl records in the 2022 NBA x Google commercial. As an award-winning filmmaker, García has directed Doin’ It In The Park: Pick-Up Basketball, NYC (PBS, Netflix), Stretch and Bobbito: Radio That Changed Lives (Showtime, Netflix), and NY Times “Critics’ Pick" Rock Rubber 45s (Smithsonian African American Film Festival 2018 official selection). Transitioning to TV, he also directed eight “SneakerCenter” episodes for ESPN+.A founding member of the Kennedy Center’s Hip Hop Culture Council and a 2018 Wesleyan University “Distinguished Alumni Award” recipient,  "Kool Bob Love” currently produces his b-ball tournament Full Court 21™ in four continents, co-produces Stretch & Bobbito + The M19s Band music, is a DJ/Host on Apple Music Hits’ “Stretch and Bobbito Radio,“ and is the proud author of his children’s book titled Aim High, Little Giant, Aim High! and memoir Bobbito’s Book of B-ball Bong Bong.  Shop all things Bobbito hereA 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/⁠⁠

At 2:30 in the morning, on the hard floor of a freezing Whittier College dorm room, Kelly discovered what true friendship really looks like.His best friend Will—brother for over 41 years—rose from the comfort of his warm bed to “help.” But instead of a blanket or a pillow… Will handed Kelly a hand towel.That night became more than a funny college memory. It turned into a lesson about humility, integrity, and character—the kind that Proverbs 11 describes so perfectly.In this episode, Kelly shares how:Real friends sharpen you, not just comfort youIntegrity and humility build the foundation of lifelong relationshipsTrue generosity is rooted in doing right for the right reasonsLaughter can heal and strengthen the bond between brothersProverbs 11 shows us that doing good business and being good people are inseparableHere’s the VIBE: Friendship built on truth lasts longer than comfort built on convenience.Even a hand towel can teach you how to love better when your heart’s in the right place.So here’s the question: Who’s the “Will” in your life—and do they know how much you appreciate them?––––––This Episode Is Brought To You By…🌟 Cardenas Law Group– Protecting what matters most.🌟 Inchstones: The Vibe Within– Transform your life one Inchstone at a time.🌟 The VIBE Method™ Framework– Heart (belief system), Mind (intentions), Skills (actions).👉 Discover all exclusive partners and offers here: solo.to/kellycardenas––––––LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify––––––MORE WAYS TO VIBE WITH US📩 The VIBE Report Newsletter📘 Inchstones: The Vibe Within (Book)📘 The VIBE Method™ (Book)🌎 Official Website––––––ABOUT THE SHOWThe VIBE with Kelly Cardenas Podcast exists to transform leadership and life one Inchstone at a time.The VIBE isn’t just the energy you bring—it’s how people feel when you leave.Through the lens of The VIBE Method™—Heart (belief system), Mind (intentions), and Skills (actions)—Kelly brings humor, authenticity, and powerful storytelling to help you align who you are with how you show up in the world.––––––📲 Follow Kelly Cardenas:Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | Solo.to

Jeff Engel—former Navy SEAL and CEO of LocationTech—brings battlefield clarity and boardroom wisdom to this conversation. From heart attack scares to hot tea mishaps, Jeff shows how the OODA loop (Observe, Orient, Decide, Act) isn’t just military strategy—it’s a roadmap for life, parenting, and business.What you’ll hear:Why “no regrets” matters more than “no mistakes”How grace helps balance discipline and self-talkJeff’s heart attack story—and how it reshaped his approach to leadershipThe connection between SEAL training and parenting with freedom, not fearWhat Carlsbad, Encinitas, Fish 101 tacos, and procurement all teach us about timing and trustHow the VIBE Method™ (Heart, Mind, Skills) aligns with OODA to create impact that lasts––––––This Episode Is Brought To You By...🌟 Cardenas Law Group – Protecting what matters most. https://cardenaslawgroup.com🌟 Inchstones: The Vibe Within – Transform your life one Inchstone at a time. https://a.co/d/4CYg4vG🌟 The VIBE Method™ – Heart, Mind, Skills in alignment: https://a.co/d/6tgAJ4c👉 For all of our sponsors and exclusive offers: https://solo.to/kellycardenas––––––LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/attitude-determines-altitude-the-kelly-cardenas-podcast/id1330521935🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2V9Z9YStz6UXh4lzp0Zj2T🎧 Google Podcasts: [Insert direct link if available]––––––MORE WAYS TO VIBE WITH US📩 The VIBE Report Newsletter: https://kellycardenas.substack.com📘 Inchstones: The Vibe Within (Book): https://a.co/d/4CYg4vG📘 The VIBE Method™ (Book): https://a.co/d/6tgAJ4c🎥 Clips Channel: [Insert link once live]🌎 Official Website: https://kellycardenas.com––––––ABOUT THE SHOWThe VIBE with Kelly Cardenas Podcast exists to transform leadership and life one Inchstone at a time. The VIBE is not just the energy you bring—it’s the way people feel when you leave. Through the lens of The VIBE Method™—Heart (belief system), Mind (intentions), and Skills (actions)—Kelly brings humor, authenticity, and powerful conversations to help you align who you are with how you show up in the world.––––––FOLLOW JEFF ENGEL🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffengel1/🌐 LocationTech: https://www.locationtech.com––––––CHAPTERS0:00 Intro – Navy SEAL lessons and OODA explained4:10 Grace, McRaven, and the battle with self-talk9:05 Hot tea, beanies, and learning through mistakes13:40 Jeff’s heart attack story and new perspective on leadership20:20 Parenting through freedom, not fear of regrets26:45 Encinitas vs Carlsbad – timing, trust, and tacos32:50 The straight line of the consumer and procurement lessons39:15 Applying OODA and SEAL discipline to business decisions45:30 The VIBE Method™ meets military clarity50:40 Final reflection – leadership is how people feel when you leave––––––Close your eyes for a moment—where do you need to stop replaying regrets and start trusting your own OODA loop?This edition of The VIBE Report is proudly sponsored by Cardenas Law Group.

Two of my favorite things in the world—De La Soul and God’s Word—came together today with the same exact message: check your ego.The song Ego Trippin by De La Soul might not make perfect lyrical sense, but it hits in the soul. Why? Because their music always carried this deeper truth: stop trying to be something you’re not, and just own your style. That same theme runs straight through Proverbs 27, which shows us step by step how to keep our ego in check and live with humility, gratitude, and wisdom.In this episode, we unpack how:Insecurity fuels ego, ego invites pride, and pride leads to the fallThird-party validation is far more powerful than self-praiseGood friends sharpen you and bring great returnsWisdom creates wealth, but wealth can’t create wisdomHard work brings reward, but chasing reward only leaves you emptyA calm heart is the key to weathering adversityInvesting in relationships always pays the best dividendsHere’s the VIBE: God never uses His Word to indict us, but to equip us with tools to avoid the inevitable pain that comes with pride. Both hip hop and scripture delivered the same reminder today—stop ego trippin.Because the VIBE is not just what you bring into the room… it’s how people feel when you leave.So here’s the question: Where has your ego been tripping you up, and how can Proverbs 27 guide you back to humility and wisdom this week?––––––This Episode Is Brought To You By…🌟 Cardenas Law Group– Protecting what matters most.🌟 Inchstones: The Vibe Within– Transform your life one Inchstone at a time.🌟 The VIBE Method™ Framework– Heart (belief system), Mind (intentions), Skills (actions).👉 Discover all exclusive partners and offers here: solo.to/kellycardenas––––––LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify––––––MORE WAYS TO VIBE WITH US📩 The VIBE Report Newsletter📘 Inchstones: The Vibe Within (Book)📘 The VIBE Method™ (Book)🌎 Official Website––––––ABOUT THE SHOWThe VIBE with Kelly Cardenas Podcast exists to transform leadership and life one Inchstone at a time. The VIBE is not just the energy you bring—it’s the way people feel when you leave. Through the lens of The VIBE Method™—Heart (belief system), Mind (intentions), and Skills (actions)—Kelly brings humor, authenticity, and powerful conversations to help you align who you are with how you show up in the world.––––––📲 Follow Kelly Cardenas:Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | Solo.to

What if the small foolish acts you overlook every day are the very things wrecking your biggest dreams? In this episode of The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas Podcast, we break down the wisdom of Proverbs 26, a wild story from Marvin Gaye’s backyard, and how to avoid the foolish decisions that derail your life.This episode takes us to an unforgettable moment: standing on a third-story balcony overlooking Marvin Gaye’s backyard while the song Sexual Healing randomly played on the radio. My friend Russell looked at me and said, “That’s the hill Marvin Gaye was running up when his dad shot him!” That sparked a conversation on foolish behavior—and how often, it starts small.Think about it: if you demanded delivery of a car before it was finished and it showed up without a steering wheel, everyone would call that foolish. And yet, in life, we often “take delivery” too soon—making small foolish choices that stack into disastrous results.Proverbs 26 makes it plain: foolishness is easy to spot in the big things, but it’s the small acts we often ignore that lead us there. In this episode, we unpack those small foolish habits:Avoiding disciplineFailing to read the roomLacking discernmentSkipping due diligence in relationships or businessRefusing to learn from mistakesEgo uncheckedGossipingLazinessMeddling in other people’s businessNot telling the truthWhen these pile up, they lead to massive foolish decisions. But here’s the VIBE: when our Heart (belief system) is filled with truth, it overflows into our Words (mind/intentions) and flows into our Actions (skills)—aligning everything into that irresistible VIBE. Because the VIBE is not just what you bring into the room… it’s how people feel when you leave.So here’s the question: What’s the most foolish thing you’ve done in the last week, and how can Proverbs 26 help you stop it before it grows?––––––This Episode Is Brought To You By…🌟 Cardenas Law Group – Protecting what matters most.🌟 Inchstones: The Vibe Within – Transform your life one Inchstone at a time.🌟 The VIBE Method™ Framework – Heart (belief system), Mind (intentions), Skills (actions).👉 Discover all exclusive partners and offers here: solo.to/kellycardenas––––––LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST🎧 Apple Podcasts🎧 Spotify––––––MORE WAYS TO VIBE WITH US📩 The VIBE Report Newsletter📘 Inchstones: The Vibe Within (Book)📘 The VIBE Method™ (Book)🎥 Clips Channel: [Insert link once live]🌎 Official Website––––––ABOUT THE SHOWThe VIBE with Kelly Cardenas Podcast exists to transform leadership and life one Inchstone at a time. The VIBE is not just the energy you bring—it’s the way people feel when you leave. Through the lens of The VIBE Method™—Heart (belief system), Mind (intentions), and Skills (actions)—Kelly brings humor, authenticity, and powerful conversations to help you align who you are with how you show up in the world.––––––📲 Follow Kelly Cardenas:Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | Solo.to

What happens when a father and son connect over a new Amazon Prime series? 🎬 In this episode of The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas, we dive into The Runarounds—a story of friendship, chasing dreams, and finding magic in the moment.The Runarounds (@therunaroundsband + @therunarounds_series) are more than a band or a show—they’re a movement. In this episode, I bring my son Maddox into the conversation as we talk about what happens when you find something you both love. We talk about friendship, chasing dreams, detours, and learning to fall in love with right now.What you’ll hear: • How spending time with Maddox led me to see things I had forgotten • Why the bonds of friendship in The Runarounds struck me so deeply • Lessons from the series: success is never linear, magic happens when you lean into your current moment, and dreams are lived best when rooted in connection • How we can all wrap gratitude, surrender, and courage into the work we’re doing––––––This Episode Is Brought To You By…🌟 Cardenas Law Group – Protecting what matters most. https://cardenaslawgroup.com🌟 Inchstones: The Vibe Within – Transform your life one Inchstone at a time. https://a.co/d/4CYg4vG🌟 The VIBE Method™ – Heart, Mind, Skills in alignment: https://a.co/d/6tgAJ4c👉 For all of our sponsors and exclusive offers: https://solo.to/kellycardenas––––––LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/attitude-determines-altitude-the-kelly-cardenas-podcast/id1330521935🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2V9Z9YStz6UXh4lzp0Zj2T––––––MORE WAYS TO VIBE WITH US📩 The VIBE Report Newsletter: https://kellycardenas.substack.com📘 Inchstones: The Vibe Within (Book): https://a.co/d/4CYg4vG📘 The VIBE Method™ (Book): https://a.co/d/6tgAJ4c🌎 Official Website: https://kellycardenas.com––––––ABOUT THE SHOWThe VIBE with Kelly Cardenas Podcast exists to transform leadership and life one Inchstone at a time. The VIBE is not just the energy you bring—it’s the way people feel when you leave. Through the lens of The VIBE Method™—Heart (belief system), Mind (intentions), and Skills (actions)—Kelly brings humor, authenticity, and powerful conversations to help you align who you are with how you show up in the world.––––––FOLLOW THE RUNAROUNDS & BAND MEMBERS • The Runarounds: https://www.instagram.com/therunaroundsband/  • The Runarounds (series): https://www.instagram.com/therunarounds_series/ Key members (on-screen & in real life): • William Lipton (Charlie Cooper) – @williamlipton  • Jesse Golliher (Wyatt Wysong) – @geskle  • Axel Ellis (Neil Crosby) – @axelellis4  • Zendé Murdock (Bez Willis) – @zendemurdock  • Jeremy Yun (Topher Park) – @jeremyyunofficial ––––––Close your eyes for a moment — what friendship, dream, or moment have you been postponing because you believe the path must be perfect first?

What do you really want in life?It’s one of the hardest questions we can face—personally, professionally, spiritually, and financially. And if you don’t have an immediate answer, that’s OK. Most of us don’t. But that’s where the real work begins.In this episode of The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas, Kelly unpacks the question his friend Mirko asked him that shook him to the core: “What do you want?” That moment led him to Proverbs 23—a passage that doesn’t hand us answers, but instead gives us the framework to discover them.You’ll hear how chasing money, fame, or the food of this world will never satisfy the hunger of the spirit—and how seeking wise counsel, applying discipline, and spending time with God aligns your heart, mind, and skills. When we guard our hearts and live from wisdom, our words and actions overflow with love and joy.Kelly also shares a powerful story about Mirko, the founder of Opus Footwear—from pushing a stranger up a hill during a charity ride in Las Vegas to building the best skate shoes on the market. His life reminds us that true leadership is about lifting others, often without recognition.👉 Want to meet Mirko? He’ll be at The VIBE Room, the live version of Kelly’s podcast happening November 5 in Carlsbad, CA. You never know who you’ll be sitting next to—sometimes, it’s the very person who will help you start asking the right questions.––––––This Episode Is Brought To You By🌟 Cardenas Law Group – Protecting what matters most. https://cardenaslawgroup.com🌟 Inchstones: The Vibe Within – Transform your life one Inchstone at a time. https://a.co/d/4CYg4vG🌟 The VIBE Method™ Framework – Heart (belief system), Mind (intentions), Skills (actions). https://a.co/d/6tgAJ4c👉 Discover all exclusive partners and offers here: https://solo.to/kellycardenas––––––LISTEN / SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST🎧 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/attitude-determines-altitude-the-kelly-cardenas-podcast/id1330521935🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2V9Z9YStz6UXh4lzp0Zj2T––––––MORE WAYS TO VIBE WITH US ABOUT THE SHOW📩 The VIBE Report Newsletter: https://kellycardenas.substack.com📘 Inchstones: The Vibe Within (Book): https://a.co/d/4CYg4vG📘 The VIBE Method™ (Book): https://a.co/d/6tgAJ4c🎥 Clips Channel: [Insert link once live]🌎 Official Website: https://kellycardenas.com––––––The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas Podcast exists to transform leadership and life one Inchstone at a time. The VIBE is not just the energy you bring—it’s the way people feel when you leave. Through the lens of The VIBE Method™—Heart (belief system), Mind (intentions), and Skills (actions)—Kelly brings humor, authenticity, and powerful conversations to help you align who you are with how you show up in the world.––––––📲 Follow Kelly Cardenas:Instagram: https://instagram.com/therealkellycardenasLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/kelly-cardenas-4568129TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@therealkellycardenasSolo.to: https://solo.to/kellycardenas📲 Follow Opus Footwear:Instagram: https://instagram.com/opusfootwearWebsite: https://opusfootwear.com

Encouragement isn’t just nice to have—it’s the ultimate unfair advantage in life and business. In this episode of The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas, I share a lesson from my Pops: the one thing we fail at the most and work at the least is communication. Sometimes that communication is a question, other times it’s silence—but most often, it’s the kind word that sparks a fire inside all of us.From walking with my daughter Brooklyn, to studying Proverbs 20, to growing up as a military brat on bases across the U.S., I’ve seen firsthand that encouragement changes everything. Military life gave me an “unfair advantage”: no favoritism, no judgment, just unity, discipline, and character. That same advantage applies today in leadership, business, and relationships—because encouragement fuels connection, wisdom sharpens perspective, and action proves commitment.In this episode, we’ll explore:Why encouragement is wisdom in actionHow Proverbs 20 gives us practical, timeless guidanceThe unfair advantage of growing up in a community built on unity and accountabilityWhy talk is cheap, but encouragement is pricelessHow to align heart, mind, and skills to make encouragement your daily practiceWhether you’re leading a business, raising a family, or simply trying to get through the day, this episode will remind you: a kind word can shift the atmosphere, strengthen relationships, and spark transformation.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/⁠⁠

THE VIBEwith Kelly Cardenas presents FREEDOM - The truth will set you freeA 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/⁠⁠