Engineered For Success Podcast
EFS podcast, for self starters and those willing to make the most of any situation. Hosted by D Burke w/ co-host Waldo Black
Episodes
73 episodes
It Really Burns Me Up
In this episode, D Burke welcomes fellow trainer Corey Ryder to the show. The two have a spirited discussion about fitness and their experiences in everything from the business side of training, competition amongst trainers, social media and it...
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Season 1
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Episode 72
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1:23:30
Relationships vs Transactions
In this episode, D Burke breaks his hiatus for a solo podcast and catches everyone up on what life has been like as a business owner over the break. Speaking on his recent announcement of opening the EFS Training Center in 2026, he shares what ...
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34:43
The Trap
In this episode, D Burke is back and dives into a very important convo around athletes and mental health. Specifically pro ball players playing abroad, an experience he knows very well from his time in the game. He discusses how certain pitfall...
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Season 1
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Episode 71
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45:22
Read The Room
In this episode, the boys are back and the kick off with a brief review of Cardi B's new album which leads to a conversation about her personal life and parenting. Moving forward they dive into the recent drama surrounding Dame Dash and discuss...
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Season 1
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Episode 69
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1:30:55
Trash List
In this episode, gang is back and first up they dive into the recent drama with Hot 97's own DJ Funk Flex's announcement followed by the firing of DJ Enuff. They dive deep into Flex's public perception after a long career as the head DJ. From t...
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Season 1
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Episode 68
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1:40:39
Team of One
In this episode, D Burke and Waldo Black welcome DJ Elegal to the couch and open up In music. They shine light on some of the recent hip hop releases and show appreciation for the state of rap music currently. From there D Burke poses the quest...
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Season 1
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Episode 67
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1:39:21
The Other Brand feat. Debo
In this episode, EFS Podcast welcomes guests and D Burke's good friend Debo to the show. They share how their friendship started and grew with them both working at the same brand for years. From there they dive into Debo's past and journey into...
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Season 1
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Episode 66
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1:43:40
The Old School Way
In this episode, D Burke and Waldo kick off with a brief talk on fatherhood as Waldo nears the birth of his first child. From there they dive into all the latest in sports drama. Starting with Cam Newton and GIllie's back and forth, D Burke sha...
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Season 1
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Episode 65
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1:17:26
Breaking All The Rules
In this episode, the boys are back and in the latest installment they open things up with all of the latest drama surrounding Nicki Minaj and her social media tirade. They dive into some of her recent beefs and share thoughts on where it stems ...
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Episode 64
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1:41:39
The Cookout
In this episode, D Burke and Waldo Black are back to pod and the out the gate they dive into their review of the new Clipse album 'Let God Sort Em Out'. After, staying in music they discuss the reactions online to Justin Beiber's new 'Swag' alb...
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Season 1
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Episode 63
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1:44:14
Arrested Development
In this episode, D Burke and Waldo Black are back and kick things off with Drake's new release "What Did I Miss?" and share their thoughts on the state of his career. Which leads to a discuisson on aging gracefully in hip hop. From there they t...
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Season 1
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Episode 62
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1:15:33
Proper Vibe
In this episode, D Burke and Waldo Black are joined by Queen Christine and Remy for the latest tea on Love Island. They dive into their thoughts on the season thus far as well as share their opinions on cast members and predictions on how the s...
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Season 1
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Episode 61
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1:21:29
B**ch Boy
In this episode, D Burke and Waldo Black are back for another installment and today's convo starts off with the Jim Jones vs Nas debate in circulation lately. From there they touch on the NBA finals ahead of game 7. The 'Walk With Me' segment c...
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1:35:45
Washed King
In this episode, Drew or False is back with the gang for today's talk. They start with D Burke talking about his recent experience playing in the Battle of The Brands event for Creatives Only, and shares his perspective on being an ex pro and t...
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Season 1
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Episode 59
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1:35:48
Outside Aint Outsidin'
In this episode, D Burke and Waldo Black discuss this the Knicks recent playoff exit and D shares his feelings on the teams future after firing head coach Tom Thibodeau. From there they dive into what makes a real "superstar" in the NBA and how...
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Season 1
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Episode 58
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1:27:41
One of Two Ways
In this episode, the boys are back and the convo opens up with D Burke's take on the Knicks playoffs run and shares his gripes with the team's performance. The next big topic centers around the public mess between Papoose and Remy Ma. They both...
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Season 1
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Episode 57
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1:29:49
Everything Tricky
In this episode, D Burke and Waldo Black return and the out the gate they recap D Burke's experience and the Kendrick Lamar and Sza GNX tour. From there they dive into the unfortunate Tory Lanez prison stabbing and share thoughts on the back an...
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Season 1
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Episode 56
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1:36:43
Too Freaky
In this episode, D Burke and Waldo Black are back and first they give an update after the short break in episodes. D Burke dives into finishing his marathon and his experience surrounding it. Waldo then speaks about his latest performance. Afte...
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Season 1
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Episode 55
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1:25:40
Long Story Longer
In this episode, D Burke and Waldo Black are back and today the convo begins with D Burke's recap of the Big East tournament and watching his alma mater, Marquette play and compete. From there they keep the conversation in college basketball as...
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Season 1
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Episode 54
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1:23:21
The Parent Episode
In this episode, D Burke and Waldo Black are back and heat things up out the gate with all things hot in the NBA including LeBron pressing Stephen A. They also dive into Ant Edwards recent court troubles with his baby momma. Ne-yo is up for con...
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Season 1
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Episode 53
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1:40:47
Max Out
In this episode, Waldo Black is back to join D Burke and the duo open up the convo sending their condolences to Angie Stone after she was killed in a car accident. Next they discuss the opening of Marathon Burger out in LA as Nipsey Hussle's le...
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Season 1
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Episode 52
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1:38:54
Realest A Smith
In this episode, D Burke is the Lone Ranger and opens up with and quick life update and dives into his marathon training and speaks on the challenges its presented. Next he gives a moment of acknowledgement and a rest in peace shoutout goes to ...
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Season 1
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Episode 51
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50:52
With The Melodies
In this episode, the dawgs are back and D Burke, Waldo Black, and Drew or False get the convo started with their Super Bowl recap as Drew takes his victory lap. From there the gang open up for their thoughts about Kendrick's halftime show. Next...
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Season 1
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Episode 50
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2:02:17