Cultivate CNY

In this episode of Cultivate CNY, host Alex Canavan sits down with Valentino Indelicato, Syracuse University physics student who recently went viral as a Timothée Chalamet lookalike on Druski's "CouldaBeenRecords."

Valentino shares how one spontaneous night transformed his trajectory, opening doors he never expected. He discusses balancing his physics studies, working at Pastabilities, and building his presence as a content creator—all while staying grounded in skateboarding, friendships, and his love for Syracuse.

The conversation explores navigating sudden internet fame, maximizing opportunities without losing yourself, and why staying true to what you love builds something real.

💡 A conversation about turning a viral moment into meaningful momentum—and staying authentic when the spotlight hits.

💬 Topics we cover:
Going viral on "Coulda Been Records" and what came next
Balancing college, work, and content creation
Building a digital presence with intention
Navigating internet fame as a student
Staying grounded through community and passions
Being open to opportunities while remaining yourself

Check out Valentino's Instagram:   / valentinoindelicato  

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