In this episode, we delve into what effects we think social media has had on people ranging from all generations using them on a daily basis. As well as expressing our opinions on influencers and how some of us think we are when in reality - we aren't ! *FOLLOW US ON OUR PLATFORMS* Instagram, YouTube, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts - @the…

In our third come back episode, lol, The Chec Box speaks on our personal experiences about self image and what it is to us as well as what it takes to build one. Some people tend to not realize how important it is to genuinely believe in yourself and see yourself through a different lense than that of others. Tune in and leave us some feedback on a…

At what point do you consider someone a “friend”? Is it the length of time or quality of time? What then makes a friend a “best” friend? Ask 10 different people you’ll probably get 10 different answers. In this episode we examine what it means to have friends and why it’s important (or not so important) to have labels in relationships. From acquain…

Psychologist Gabor Mate once said: "In the real world there is no nature vs nurture argument, only an infinitely complex...interaction between genetic and environmental effects." In this episode we go deep on the nuances of how a person's personality and character traits are formed during their formative years. We talk about the effects of family l…

What are you willing to risk to accomplish your goals ? "Betting On Yourself" is something we see and hear a lot about these days but what does it really mean? Hard work, long days, even longer nights; but these are just some of what's required to make something of yourself. Join us as we go deep into what it means to go your own way and achieve yo…

After our two year hiatus, we are back with some minor changes ! Two voices (Chec & Ken) and shorter episodes will be the new dynamic of what we know as The Chec Box but the conversations stay the same ! In this come back episode, we speak on generational change. What does it take ? What changes have we been making ? Shoot...what IS generational ch…

In this week's episode, we talk about hitting rock bottom with a college friend of ours, Tim Hoxha (@ayotrimm), who takes us through his struggle of 2018 and what it had in store for him compared to what he had in store for himself. Don't forget to follow us on ALL platforms which includes Twitter, Instagram, SoundCloud and Spotify, as well as subs…

Join our conversation this week as we cover some of the trending topics currently populating your social media feeds on our first episode of Social Media Highlights. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.By Joshua Pacheco

The Chec Box is joined by Amber Almodovar (@amb.arie) on this episode, a familiar face from Episode 2 in Season 1 where we spoke on Relationships! She's back again to give us some quick insight into the fashion world and to also give us some "Do's & Don'ts" of her own while dating in today's day & age. We touch points like 'sliding in the DMs', 'ki…

The Chec Box is BACK and better than ever in their Season 2 Premiere! Join Chec, Alek, HP & Kenneth in their conversation on insecurities from the male point of view. Insights such as being too overweight or maybe too skinny, a girl being out of your league and are these insecurities really even a bad thing? Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, …

Here we have the pleasure of having professional Call of Duty player and analyst, Jeremy "StuDyy" Astacio. He walks us through his amazing story, from having won thousands in gaming to climbing through A/C vents on second floor windows! This episode answers tons of questions for our viewers out there on what it is like to be a professional gamer an…

Here we have the pleasure of having professional Call of Duty player and analyst, Jeremy "StuDyy" Astacio. He walks us through his amazing story, from having won thousands in gaming to climbing through A/C vents on second floor windows! This episode answers tons of questions for our viewers out there on what it is like to be a professional gamer an…

In this episode of The Chec Box we are joined by a very familiar voice/face and that is Melissa from Episode 7: A Conversation on Polygamy. This time she is here speaking about her trip to Asia for her massage therapist career and of course what has the action of touch done for her since she had began her career in what she calls, body work. This i…

In this week's episode we are joined by makeup enthusiast Vanessa Calle, better known on YouTube as 'NessaCXBeauty' ! We open up with a brief introduction of our special guest then transition into a conversation on the very anticipated, third episode of HBO's FINAL SEASON of Game of Thrones. The second segment consists of our main topic of the nigh…

In this episode, we respond and speak on some of the results we received from our polls that we ran on our Instagram page (@TheChecBox) about gun violence and some of its influences. We then segue into the late Nipsey Hu$$le who passed due to gun violence. After, we wrap up the episode speaking about the premiere episode of HBO's Game of Thrones an…

In this week's episode, we dive into the theme of tragedy that has been surrounding us for not only this past month, but our lifetime Two aircrafts have fallen from the sky due to complications in their new software and lack of pilot training in the past 7 months, innocent Muslims were slaughtered in their sacred place of worship and we read you gu…

Join us as we look within to identify the toxic aspects of manhood and ask ourselves what it is to be a man. Episode 10's Playlist: Fiscal Cliff - Hold On Red Rat - Oh No! Roog & Dennis Quinn - 2A Durty Fresh - Cocaine Cowboy *WE DO NOT OWN THE RIGHTS TO THESE SONGS* See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.…

In our ninth episode, we are joined by NYC based, published model Dee Whitt. Through this episode, he walks us through his journey on being overweight during his high school years and being body shamed which propelled him to begin to lose weight at a rapid speed through his 20s, eventually leading up to where he's at today in his life; a model. Lot…

In our eighth episode, the core four are back together to discuss some trending topics that revolve around big sport stories, the 61st Grammy's award show and drug lord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman Lorea and his recent indictment for all 10 counts he was proven guilty for. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.…

In our seventh episode we are joined by Melissa (IG: @intuitive.vibez), in a deep conversation about her polyamorous lifesyle. She explains how she was introduced to it, what its like and some of the struggles she has went through that has led up to this point in her relationship. How can one love two people? Is happiness only found in monogamous r…

Join us in our 6th episode as we dive into our religious beliefs and speak with our special guest, Ben Sylla, who is a West African Muslim living in NYC. We break down on what we each believe in, how we were introduced to it, what effect does it have on us today and how does that affect our everday decisions. Ben also takes us through his lifestyle…

In our fifth episode we are joined by a good friend of ours, Jeremy Cruz, who speaks with us about the Millennial generation and the stigma that comes with it. We refer to a Buzzfeed article, which the episode is essentially based around. Although much was agreed upon, there were just as many disagreements. Join us in this conversation as we dissec…

In episode four, we speak on the different aspects of parenting and how it has made us who we are today. We touch on who our parents are, what their life was like and of course how their upbringing affected ours. We also exploit our differences on 'Gender X' and the genetically modified twins that were recently born in China this past November. Wha…

In our third episode, HP finishes off his remarks about his belief of astrology and our special guest, professional dancer Dora, joins us in a conversation about college life. Is college for everyone? What was your most impactful course? Was the degree worth it? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.…

In our second episode, we give a brief overview of 2018 and speak about what were working toward/implementing in 2019. The conversation then transitions into a quick critique of the Netflix original, Birdbox which leads into the main topic of relationships. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.…

In our DEBUT episode, we begin by exploring the recent trend of tracking ancestry through DNA sampling, provided by companies such as '23andMe' and 'Ancestry.com' (5:25). We address the pros, cons and future implications of participating in this trend. We then move our discussion to the Seven Laws of Attraction (26:00), analyzing each one with our …