The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas

Todd Pierce of Riding High Ministries joins Kelly Cardenas for a powerful conversation about God, transformation, faith, relationships, prison ministry, horses, identity, and what it really takes to become the person God created you to be. Based in Idaho, Todd has spent decades using horses, ministry, and authentic relationships to help people discover freedom, purpose, healing, and a deeper relationship with God.But this isn't just a conversation about ministry.It's about transformation.What happens when God starts changing you instead of simply changing your circumstances? What can horses teach us about trust? What does spending time with people behind prison walls teach us about identity, shame, forgiveness, and second chances? And how do we recognize the prisons we may be living in—even when there are no bars around us?Todd Pierce brings decades of experience, faith, leadership, and some incredibly powerful stories to the table. But the rabbit hole we really wanted to go down was this:Who are we becoming?Because your accomplishments may tell people what you've built. Your transformation tells them who you are.This conversation goes into faith, fatherhood, relationships, leadership, prison ministry, purpose, surrender, and the uncomfortable—but beautiful—process of becoming.If you've ever wondered how God can use your past, your pain, your failures, your relationships, or even the things you thought disqualified you, this conversation is for you.Watch until the end for the question Todd answers that brings the entire conversation full circle.Subscribe to The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas, and join us as we transform leadership and life one Inchstone at a time.#ToddPierce #RidingHighMinistries #Faith #God #Transformation #ChristianLeadership #PrisonMinistry #Purpose #Leadership #KellyCardenas #TheVIBE

Las Vegas sports reporter and News 3 Las Vegas anchor Alexa Belcastro joins The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas to talk Las Vegas sports, the Las Vegas Raiders, Vegas Golden Knights, Las Vegas Aces, UNLV, sports broadcasting, and the human stories behind the biggest games in Southern Nevada. A Las Vegas native who chased her dream of sports broadcasting across California, Montana, Colorado, and Nashville, Alexa has come full circle—back home covering the teams and athletes she grew up watching.Alexa covers some of the biggest sports stories in Las Vegas, including the Raiders, Golden Knights, Aces, UNLV and the rapidly evolving sports landscape across Southern Nevada. But her approach to sports journalism goes far beyond scores, statistics, and highlights.A graduate of the University of San Diego, Alexa spent years moving across the country to build her career in sports media. From California to Montana, Colorado and Nashville, every stop brought her closer to the dream of becoming a sports reporter and anchor.Now, that dream has brought her home.In this conversation, Kelly and Alexa talk about what it means to cover sports in the city where you were born and raised, the incredible growth of Las Vegas sports, the rise of the Raiders, Golden Knights and Aces, UNLV athletics, and what it takes to build a career in sports broadcasting.But perhaps most importantly, they talk about the story behind the story—the people, personalities, struggles, victories and moments that make sports so much bigger than the final score.If you love Las Vegas sports, sports journalism, sports broadcasting, the Las Vegas Raiders, Vegas Golden Knights, Las Vegas Aces, UNLV, News 3 Las Vegas, or behind-the-scenes stories about the people shaping sports in Southern Nevada, this episode is for you.🎙️ The VIBE with Kelly CardenasThe VIBE isn't the energy you bring into the room.It's the way people feel when you leave.Subscribe for conversations with legends, unforgettable moments, leadership lessons, sports, entertainment, culture and the Inchstones that help us become better one step at a time.This edition of The VIBE Report is proudly sponsored by Cardenas Law Group.The #1 personal injury law firm in Las Vegas, Cardenas Law Group delivers boutique, concierge-level legal service with the experience and results of a premier litigation team. When life takes an unexpected turn, they stand beside you every step of the way.Also sponsored by Panther Diamonds.Experience Madison Avenue quality with Diamond District prices. Panther Diamonds helps you celebrate life's biggest moments with exceptional craftsmanship, remarkable value, and timelessExecutive producers Brooklyn Cardenas, Maddox Cardenas, and Makena Cardenas#AlexaBelcastro #LasVegasSports #LasVegas #SportsReporter #SportsBroadcasting #SportsJournalism #LasVegasRaiders #Raiders #GoldenKnights #VegasGoldenKnights #LasVegasAces #UNLV #News3LasVegas #LasVegasNews #SouthernNevada #KellyCardenas #TheVIBE

Order "INCHSTONES - the VIBE within journalClick HereProverbs 25 Inchstones is a powerful lesson on gratitude, focus, patience, self-control, and recognizing love when life doesn’t give you what you want, when you want it. In this deeply personal story, Kelly Cardenas shares the childhood moment when he received the “wrong” roller skates—and how that embarrassing reaction ultimately taught him one of life’s most important lessons: it’s not that we lack focus; we’re often focused on the wrong thing.All I wanted were the black leather roller skates with the fat, off-white wheels from the skating rink. Instead, my mom gave me the off-brand Vera Flex skates—and I reacted like a jerk.Years later, I see that moment completely differently.My mom and my Pops were separated. She was working 16–18 hours a day to support herself and three kids. She had just upgraded us to a beautiful two-bedroom apartment, and despite everything she was carrying, she still wanted to give her son something special for his birthday.I was focused on the skates.She was focused on loving me.That distinction changes everything.In this episode of The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas, we explore Proverbs 25 and the connection between focus, gratitude, patience, prudence, diligence, self-control, humility, timing, relationships, faith, and personal growth.Proverbs 25 reminds us that purification can happen in the fire, that we don't need to chase validation, that our words can speak life, and that patience, prudence, and diligence can transform the way we respond to life's disappointments.But the biggest lesson may be this:It's not that we lack focus. It's that we are often focused on the wrong thing.When you don't get what you want, when you want it, from someone you love, pause.Before you focus on the disappointment, focus on the relationship.Before you focus on what you didn't receive, focus on what was given.Before you react, ask yourself:“What am I focusing on right now?”Because sometimes the thing we think is a disappointment is actually an expression of love we weren't mature enough to recognize yet.And sometimes the blessing isn't in getting what you wanted.Sometimes the blessing is finally understanding what you already had.Thanks for the skates, Mama. I finally understand what they were.They weren't Vera Flex skates.They were love with wheels.• Proverbs 25 and the power of focus• The difference between gratitude and entitlement• How disappointment reveals what's inside us• Why God's timing doesn't always match our timing• Patience, prudence, and diligence• Self-control and emotional reactions• Why third-party validation isn't necessary• The power of speaking life• How to recognize love in unexpected forms• What to do when you don't get what you want• Turning childhood lessons into lifelong Inchstones• Faith, gratitude, relationships, and personal growthWhen you don't get what you want, when you want it, from someone you love, pause before you react. Shift your focus from what you didn't receive to the love that was being expressed.The VIBE isn't the energy you bring into the room.It's the way people feel when you leave.Subscribe to The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas for conversations, stories, leadership lessons, faith, personal growth, business wisdom, and Inchstones designed to help you live with more Heart, Mind, and Skills.Get tickets to THE VIBE ROOMClick Here#Proverbs25 #Inchstones #TheVIBE #KellyCardenas #Gratitude #Focus #Faith #PersonalGrowth #Leadership #SelfControl #Proverbs #ChristianInspiration #LifeLessons

What does it mean to “work your land”? It means stop comparing yourself to other people, stop chasing what God didn’t give you, and start faithfully working the assignment, purpose, and opportunities right in front of you. Proverbs 21 reminds us that God’s plan, God’s timing, wisdom, diligence, and obedience matter more than our striving.Buy Inchstones - The VIBE within journalIn this episode of The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas, we unpack what my mom meant when she would always tell me, “You’re beautiful. Don’t ever compare yourself to anyone.”I used to hear that as encouragement.Now I realize it was a charge of responsibility.Work your land.Stay in your lane.Stop looking sideways.Stop measuring your progress against somebody else’s success.Stop getting distracted by somebody else’s assignment.Proverbs 21 gives us a powerful blueprint for living with wisdom and purpose: listen and apply, do what is right, seek wisdom, exercise prudence, think about the future, work diligently, choose your friends wisely, speak life, tell the truth, reject ego and pride, and be generous.Because ego, pride, and strife often show up together—and they can keep us from doing the work we were actually called to do.You can strive all you want, but God alone brings the peace. No wisdom, insight, or plan can ultimately succeed against the Lord.So if you're feeling tired, weary, stressed, distracted, overwhelmed, or frustrated by someone else's progress, maybe you don't need a new plan.Maybe you need to get back to working your land.Your assignment is your assignment.Your timing is your timing.Your lane is your lane.And sometimes the greatest Inchstone isn't doing more.It's simply getting back to the work that's yours to do.Watch, listen, and take your next small step.Work your land. Trust God's timing. Stay in your lane.#WorkYourLand #Proverbs21 #ChristianLeadership #BiblicalWisdom #GodsPlan #GodsTiming #Purpose #Diligence #Leadership #StopComparing #StayInYourLane #Faith #Wisdom #Inchstones #TheVIBEwithKellyCardenas

There’s power in the name.In this full keynote from Day of Excellence, Kelly Cardenas delivers a powerful message about identity, insecurity, confidence, and the incredible transformation that happens when you understand—and fully embrace—the name you were given.What if the things you’ve spent your life trying to hide aren’t actually weaknesses?Kelly challenges the audience to fall in love with their insecurities—because when you stop being ashamed of the things you see as flaws, you discover something powerful: most people were never thinking about them in the first place.But the deeper message is about your name.Your name carries meaning.Your name carries identity.Your name carries possibility.And when you begin to understand the name you were given, embrace what it represents, and live up to it, something changes.That’s when the magic happens.This keynote is a reminder that excellence isn’t about becoming someone else. It’s about becoming more fully who you were created to be.There is power in your name.The question is: Are you living up to it?Book Kelly for your next event - Click here#KellyCardenas #DayOfExcellence #TheVIBE #Leadership #PersonalDevelopment #Confidence #Identity #Insecurity #Purpose #Excellence #KeynoteSpeaker #Motivation #VIBEMethod #Inchstones

Moshe Engelberg, PhD, is the author of The Amare Wave: Uplift Your Business by Putting Love to Work, a leadership expert, executive coach, speaker, and founder of ResearchWorks who has dedicated his career to transforming the way people lead, work, and connect. His groundbreaking Amare Way philosophy challenges traditional business thinking by showing how love, authenticity, belonging, purpose, trust, and relationships can become powerful drivers of leadership, culture, and business performance.I met Moshe on an airplane—and within minutes, I knew I had met someone I needed to know.This conversation is about something we don't talk about nearly enough in business: what happens when we put humanity back at the center of leadership?Moshe Engelberg takes us inside the ideas behind The Amare Wave and explores love-powered leadership, authentic leadership, workplace culture, employee engagement, purpose-driven business, psychological safety, collaboration, trust, relationships, and the future of leadership.But this isn't about being “nice.”It's about whether love can actually make us better leaders, stronger organizations, and better human beings.If you're a CEO, entrepreneur, executive, business owner, leader, coach, or simply someone who believes there has to be a better way to work and lead, you need to hear Moshe Engelberg.Because maybe the missing ingredient in business isn't another strategy.Maybe it's love.Moshe's Newsletter- Moshe's Leadership lab- 🎙️ Watch. Listen. Share this conversation with someone who needs to hear it.#MosheEngelberg #TheAmareWay #TheAmareWave #LovePoweredLeadership #Leadership #BusinessLeadership #ExecutiveLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #WorkplaceCulture #PurposeDrivenLeadership #AuthenticLeadership #EmployeeEngagement #Entrepreneurship #BusinessCulture #TheVIBEwithKellyCardenas

If you're looking for one of the funniest and most insightful conversations with Brandon Collins, comedian, creator of Drunk Black History, podcast host, screenwriter, and producer, you're in the right place. In this episode of The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas, Brandon shares the stories behind his incredible journey in stand-up comedy, creating one of New York's most celebrated live comedy experiences, building successful podcasts, and using humor to educate, entertain, and bring people together.Some conversations make you laugh. Others make you think. This one does both.Brandon is the brilliant creator and host of Drunk Black History, the hit live comedy show that has become a staple of the New York Comedy Festival and has been recognized by The New York Times, Time Out New York, The Boston Globe, and many other major publications as one of the country's must-see comedy events. Beyond the stage, he's an accomplished comedian, screenwriter, producer, and host of the acclaimed podcasts Comedy Outliers and the Rotten Tomatoes-accredited Medium Popcorn.What I loved most about this conversation wasn't just Brandon's success—it was the heart behind it. We talk about creativity, taking risks, finding your voice, building something that lasts, and why laughter can often open doors that nothing else can.Whether you're a fan of stand-up comedy, podcasting, storytelling, entertainment, entrepreneurship, or simply love hearing how remarkable people think, this episode is packed with wisdom, humor, and unforgettable moments.If this episode adds value to your life, would you do me a favor? Subscribe, share it with someone who needs a little more laughter and perspective, and leave a review. It helps us continue bringing incredible guests and meaningful conversations to this community.Drunk Black HistoryFollow Brandon Collins:Instagram: @frodo_blackinsFollow Drunk Black History:Instagram: @officialdrunkblackhistorySubscribe for more conversations with world-class entrepreneurs, entertainers, athletes, creators, and leaders who are changing the world one story at a time.#BrandonCollins #DrunkBlackHistory #ComedyPodcast #StandUpComedy #TheVIBE #KellyCardenas #Podcast #NewYorkComedy #Storytelling #Entertainment #Comedy #ContentCreator #MediumPopcorn #ComedyOutliers #Leadership #Entrepreneurship

YahZarah, a captivating singer/songwriter, enchants audiences with her mesmerizing voice, electrifying stage presence, and unique perspective as an art heroine. Her music spans across a wide range of genres, including soul, rock, pop, hip-hop, and jazz. Praised by fans and critics alike, she is often compared to the likes of Janelle Monae, Erykah Badu, and Bilal, drawing inspiration from legendary figures such as Tina Turner, Chaka Khan, and Lenny Kravitz. Her latest album, "The Ceremony," showcases her fiery rock and soul sound, creating an immersive live concert experience with its otherworldly synthesizers, powerful drums, and dynamic strings. She encompasses the tenderness of Adele, and the audacity of Prince.She is the archetype of an urban pop Joan of Arch She has shared the stage with the Roots, Anderson Paak, and Bilal Oliver, and held the featured performer on Anthony Hamilton’s “Playing it Cool Tour” at the House of Blues. She started her career lending her unique soprano to Erykah Badu’s Band “Camp Wisdom” where she would stay for seven years singing backing vocals and providing vocal arrangements for some of the most beloved songs her “Mama’s Gun” release.YahZarah has performed for two president Bill Clinton and the first inauguration of former President Barack Obama. YahZarah then went on to become a member of Rock Legend Lenny Kravitz’s band for four years on his incredible“Strut Tour” and putting down some considerable vocals in his rockumentary “Just Let Go” ans sang as a key voice on Madonna‘s, Madame X tour .YahZarah was an instrumental creative collaborator while in the legendary “The Foreign Exchange” winning BBC of the year for her songwriting and performance on the single “Sincere” and two other highly regarded projects with the duo.Her release, “The Ballad of Purple Saint James”was considered for a Grammy in 6 major categories. And her most recent project “The Ceremony” single “Running was featured in episode 8 of Spike Lee’s “She’s Gotta Have It”.Her latest album, "The Ceremony," serves as a testament to her resilience and growth during a seven-year hiatus from the music scene. Collaborating with acclaimed musicians like Ray Angry, Steve McKie, Jonas Soul, NPG’s Kat Dyson YAHZARAH has found renewed inspiration and creative energy. Through this album, she showcases her powerful vocals and eclectic musical influences.This episode is proudly sponsored by Cadenas Law Group - Las Vegas' #1 personal injury firm, a boutique law firm with concierge service.Panther Diamonds- Madison ave. prices with diamond district prices.

WARNING ‼️ This is a LIVE recording in NYC so there is city noise in the background. Tell me if like it!!! ‼️In this Proverbs 20 Bible study, Kelly Cardenas explores biblical wisdom for self-control, emotional intelligence, Christian leadership, and developing a sober mind. Discover practical Proverbs 20 principles that will help you navigate conflict, make wiser decisions, strengthen your faith, and lead with peace—one Inchstone at a time.Have you ever reacted before thinking… and wished you could rewind the moment?I know I have.Growing up, whenever my temper started to get the best of me, my Pops would smile, channel his best 1970s “Shaft” impression, and say something I’ll never forget:“Stay cool, brew!”At the time, it sounded funny.Today, I realize it may have been one of the greatest leadership lessons—and one of the most biblical pieces of wisdom—I ever received.In this episode of The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas, we unpack Proverbs 20 and discover why Scripture places such a high value on developing a sober mind. We’ll explore timeless principles for emotional intelligence, wise decision-making, integrity, humility, patience, discernment, healthy relationships, business ethics, self-control, and trusting God’s direction—even when life doesn’t make sense.But here’s what surprised me…Near the end of this episode is one lesson from Proverbs 20 that completely changed how I think about conflict, patience, and why trying to “win” every battle often causes us to lose our peace. That perspective alone is worth staying for.Whether you’re a leader, entrepreneur, parent, spouse, athlete, or simply someone pursuing a deeper relationship with God, this conversation will challenge the way you respond to adversity and encourage you to build wisdom one Inchstone at a time.In this episode you’ll discover:• What Proverbs 20 teaches about self-control and wisdom• Why a sober mind is one of your greatest leadership superpowers• Biblical principles for emotional intelligence• How to avoid unnecessary conflict• The connection between integrity and lasting success• Why patience is a strength—not a weakness• How God develops wisdom through everyday challenges• The unforgettable lesson my Pops taught me that still shapes my life todayIf this episode encourages you, subscribe to The VIBE with Kelly Cardenas, where every conversation is designed to help you transform your leadership and your life—one Inchstone at a time.👇 I’d love to hear from you in the comments:What’s the greatest piece of wisdom someone has ever spoken into your life?