A year ago, my family started a journey that would eventually lead to my mom receiving a heart transplant. Looking back, I've realized that while I was focused on helping her get through it, I never really stopped to process what the experience was doing to me.

In this episode, I share what it's been like becoming a caregiver, watching a parent face a life-threatening health crisis, and navigating one of the most challenging seasons of adulthood.

I talk about the emotional toll of caregiving, the hidden costs nobody discusses, why having control of my time became more valuable than money, and what it looks like to keep building your own life while helping someone else fight for theirs.

The reality is, a lot of us are at that age now. Our parents are getting older. Their health is changing. And many of us are stepping into responsibilities nobody really prepares us for.

If you've ever cared for a parent, supported a loved one through an illness, or found yourself trying to balance family, business, work, and life all at the same time, this conversation is for you.

What has your experience been like caring for a parent or loved one? Leave a comment on YouTube or connect with me on social media. I'd love to hear your story.

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Cleveland's young Black men are facing challenges that can't be solved with arrests, headlines, or social media debates alone.

In this episode of Cleveland With Cuz, I sit down with King Kareem of The Safety Unit to have an honest conversation about what's happening to Black boys and young men in our city, and more importantly, what can be done about it.

We discuss the root causes of violence, the influence of social media on today's youth, the lack of positive guidance and mentorship in many neighborhoods, and why so many young Black men feel disconnected from civic engagement and the political process. We also talk about the role Black men must play in helping raise, guide, and support the next generation.

King Kareem shares insights from his work with The Safety Unit, an organization focused on violence prevention, intervention, mentorship, and helping young people navigate challenges before they become tragedies.

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https://www.instagram.com/king__kareem74/

https://www.instagram.com/the_safety_unit/

If you enjoyed this conversation, subscribe to Cleveland With Cuz on your favorite podcast platform and watch the full video episode on YouTube for more conversations about the people, policies, and issues shaping Cleveland.

In Cleveland we talk alot about “saving the youth.”

In this episode, I sat down with Ossie Mae Neal, the woman leading the Spread The Love Foundation, the nonprofit connected to Krayzie Bone and Bone Thugs-N-Harmony.

We talked about working with kids inside juvenile detention, why music therapy has been changing behavior inside the detention center, what it really takes to run a nonprofit in Cleveland, grant funding, leadership, CMSD school closures, development in Glenville, and the bigger vision behind Krayzie Bone's Harmony District project.

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In this episode, I break down the real story behind Cleveland losing the Browns, and it goes way deeper than one person.

We get into the full history of the stadium situation, what the Modell Law actually says, how it was changed, and how the state of Ohio betrayed the city of Cleveland in favor of Brown's ownership.

I walk through the money, the politics, and the key players involved so we can stop guessing and really understand who’s responsible.

Don't blame the wrong person and miss the actual guilty parties

Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/xuwK43rTzBk

Cleveland schools are closing, staff getting laid off, and families have been left trying to figure out what went wront, so I sat down with County Councilman Michael Houser Sr. to get some real answers.

Councilwoman Stephanie Howse-Jones joins me for a real conversation about what is actually going on in Cleveland right now.

We get into community funding, leadership, and the biggest issues going on in Cleveland.

If you live, work, or play in Cleveland, this episode is worth your time!

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Peace CLEVELAND!

We gotta talk about East Cleveland. A lot of people laugh at it, avoid it, or straight up act like it doesn't exist, but the story of East Cleveland is deeper than most think.

This city went from Millionaires’ Row and Rockefeller to potholes, boarded-up houses, and mayors getting indicted.

And today, I’m breaking it all down:

• How East Cleveland was built—and who really lived there
• When things started falling apart—and why it wasn’t by accident
• What decades of bad leadership, redlining, and disinvestment really did to the people

If you’ve ever driven through East Cleveland and asked, “How did it get like this?”—this is the episode you need to hear.

Tap in, hit that subscribe button, and let’s talk about what really happened to EC.

Listen now and let me know: Is East Cleveland too far gone, or is there something still worth saving?

Peace Cleveland!

What really happens to your house when you die in Cleveland? If you don’t have a will, the answer might surprise you. Probate court could decide what happens to your property, and trust me, that’s not a process you want your family to face.

In this episode, I’m breaking down Cleveland’s probate process, how it affects your home, and why having a solid plan is the best way to protect your people and property.

Plus, I’ve created a FREE Will Preparation Worksheet to help you take action now. It’s simple, straightforward, and designed to give you peace of mind.

In this episode, you'll learn:

✅ What happens to your house when you die without a will

✅ The role of probate court in Cleveland

✅ Common mistakes that can cost your family

✅ How to start preparing today to avoid probate problems

Click Here To Download Your Free Will Preparation Worksheet-

Don’t let the courts decide for you. Handle your business now and protect what’s yours.

Until next time, Cuz, I’ll see you in Cleveland!

Our city has one of the highest lead poisoning rates in the country, and it's still affecting over 1,500 kids every year.

In this episode, I break down what lead is, how it damages the body (especially in children), and why this issue is still hitting Cleveland so hard.

🔗 Resources & More Info:

• Cleveland Lead Safe Certification: clevelandohio.gov
• Lead Safe Cleveland Coalition: leadsafecle.org
• Latest lead poisoning data in Cleveland: clevelandhealth.org

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The city just wrapped up budget hearings for this year, and if you live in Cleveland, this affects you.

These hearings decide where your tax dollars go, which departments get funding, and what services might get cut. So today, I'm breaking it all down:

• How the budget process actually works.
• The biggest winners and losers in this year’s budget.
• What these decisions mean for your neighborhood and city services.

If you’ve ever wondered why potholes aren’t getting fixed fast enough, why your rent keeps going up, or why some neighborhoods see more investment than others—this is the episode you need to hear.

Tap in, hit that subscribe button, and let’s talk about where them dollars at!

🎧 Listen now and let me know: Is Cleveland spending money in the right places?

Click Here to view the 2025 City of Cleveland Budget

On this episode of In Cleveland with Cuz, I’m giving you the rundown on 3 major issues that will shape Cleveland in 2025.

I’m breaking it down so you know exactly what’s happening in your city and how it could affect you and your family. Tap in, CLE!

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Welcome to In Cleveland with Cuz! I’m Cousin Nita, and on this show, I'm giving you the real deal on everything Cleveland—politics, real estate, education, culture, and all the things that make this city tick. No fluff, just straight talk. Whether you’re from the 216 or just curious about what’s going down in Cleveland, this is the place for you. So tune in, let’s talk real, and I’ll see you in Cleveland!