Chez Ru

Hey... Rudii here... Just wanted to take a minute (literally) to thank you for being a listener and to wish you the summer of all summers. We FINALLY get to play outside!! Hit a beach, stay in bed.... whatever you do, priorities yourself.  Feel free to catch up on episodes you've missed while you chill 🖤.  I'll be back before your tan lines fade into obscurity!

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S2E8:  ///  ... This week, I partake in an intimate conversation with Dominican, Aruban, and Dutch rapper, songwriter, producer, and performing artist... Pete Philly. We discuss everything from him fighting to regain control of his life from Lyme Disease and understanding the effects of past trauma to mastering improvisation and being recognized for being innovative ... woven together by news, random stories and pop culture tidbits.  ///

__ Featured Songs: "Ocean", "Eager", and "Come Together"by Pete Philly  __

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S2E7:  ///  ... Happy Juneteenth!!!
This week, I had a fun and open chat with one of the most inspiring people I know (personally). Mia K. Wright is an author, community organizer, women's empowerment advocate and  co-pastor at Houston based mega church, The Fountain of Praise. We discussed everything from being a relatable preacher and hosting George Floyd's funeral to sexism and strippers in God's crib ... woven together by news, random stories and pop culture tidbits.  ///

__ Featured Book: "Unthinkable" by Mia K. Wright (available on Amazon)  __

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S2E6:  ///  ... This week, I had a great conversation with Grammy award winning pianist, composer and producer extraordinaire, Ray Angry . We discussed everything from the NBA playoffs and cool ass artists BTS to fighting for the creator's IP and  dream collaborations ... woven together by news, random stories and pop culture tidbits.  ///

__ Featured Songs: "WTML (Don't Shoot)", "The Protest", "Byork City", and "#NewBornAgain" by Ray Angry  __

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S2E5:  ///  ... This week I invite my friend Stevie Long for some light reckless fun... We discuss everything from licking an ant's ass and masturbation to aliens and racism in the American south   ... woven together by news, random stories and pop culture tidbits.  ///

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S1E4:  ///  ... This week, I recap the other two chats I curated at the African Diaspora Summit a few weeks back. I had an in-depth discussion about the Hollywood grind (from creative to executive and back with scriptwriter / consultant Shannan E. Johnson (The Professional Pen) and actress / producer Ratidzo Mambo. In addition, I sat down with American singer / songwriters Sandra St. Victor (of The Family Stand) and Michelle David (of the True Tones) to discuss achieving musical success on 2 different continents while attempting to assimilate to new cultures.  ///

__ Featured Song: "Yes I Know" by Michelle David & The True Tones  __

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S1E3:  ///  ... This week, I reflect on a conversation I curated at the  African Diaspora Summit.  I had an in-depth discussion with Dana Saxon (founder of Ancestors Unknown), Lynnee Denise (DJ + Scholar), Lamar "Black Ice" Manson (Spoken Word Pioneer), and Lysanne Charles (Writer + Activist) ... about black identity and their expat journeys.  ///

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Episode 2:  ///  ... This week, we celebrate our 1 year anniversary with singer / songwriter  Nate James ... We discuss everything from space travel and old folks escaping assisted living facilities to mental health and his 15+ year musical journey  ... woven together by news, random stories and pop culture tidbits.  ///

__ Featured Songs: "In My Skin",  "Need to Know", and "Chasing the Sun" by Nate James  __

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Greetings loyal listeners... thank you for your patience!
I have a great new announcement  :)

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Episode 25 (season finale):  ///  ... This week's featured guest is singer, songwriter and world traveler Darien Dean ... We discuss everything from trash ass comedians and freestyling for your life to resurrected rats and Grammy snubs ... woven together by news, random stories and pop culture tidbits.  ///

__ Featured Songs: "Straight Up" and "Ur the 1" by Darien Dean  __

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