Clueless Vino

I'm sippin something I can't even pronounce right now with the person who makes my hair look FLAWLESS, Tameka! It's a special episode as I'm at my hair appointment while Tameka and I discuss when she first started doing hair and the who was her first "client." We talk about her having a twin before diving into some myths and misconceptions about have locs.

Today I'm sipping Alani Nu Cosmic Stardust energy drink with Assistant Coach of VCU Men's Basketball, J.D. Byers. We start with his playing days and just how he ended up at Lebanon Valley College. We get into his coaching journey, which of course includes another famous alum of LVC. The past few seasons have been some of the more unique and I ask how it was playing during the pandemic, while also getting an outlook for the coming season. Byers details his coaching journey and how he views his impact. Finally, we discuss our time together as coach and player at Randolph Macon College, including our Final Four run in 2010!

Be sure to stay tuned to all things VCU Basketball!

Twitter: @VCU_Hoops

Today I'm sipping Chateau Ste Michelle chardonnay with D3 National Coach of the Year and coach of the National Champion Randolph Macon Yellow Jackets, Josh Merkel. Beginning with first impressions of each other, we get into his initial goals and struggles upon assuming the head coach position and how they impacted change moving forward. We discuss the historic run to the championship and how the one blemish on the team's record was an important point in the season. Jackets Family is more than a mantra and we discuss bow strong alumni support becomes a driving force behind such a powerhouse program!

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IG/Twitter: @RMCHoops

Today I'm sippin a Cab Sauv with D3 Player of the Year and National Champion, Buzz Anthony. We dive into his early exposure to sports and how he made the decision to focus on basketball. Buzz explains what it was like playing during a pandemic and how that impacted the team that would go on to win the 2022 National Championship. Buzz also details his decision to get married in college, how religion came into his life and how his faith has impacted his love for the game. Buzz is an all time great but still exudes that basketball joy all hoopers have when they first fall in love with the game!

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This week I'm sippin' on Cloudberry Sunjoy with founder of i11evn anime streetwear brand, Marcus Francis. We take the time to congratulate each other on some new additions before diving into how i11evn brand started. Marcus gets candid on how he wants to bring positivity with his brand as well as the importance of being black owned and showcasing characters with melanin. Anime was always going to be a huge focus and we discussed everything from the One Piece's absurd episode count, a discussion on the storytelling in 12 episode anime and why Marcus doesn't think Eren isn't the best antihero. That and so much more!

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I'm sipping Ecco Domani pinot grigio with master podcaster, Derek Gayle. We delve into our school's English department before getting into his intro into podcasting. Afterwards, we discuss his podcasts, getting the thought process behind each. I pick his brain on his favorite Spiderman shows, the undeniable streak of Pixar and Derek gives me his ultimate Power Rangers team!

Be sure to give all of Derek's podcast a listen!

Gimmicks:

https://open.spotify.com/show/41M1llIEHyyxKc7ZBUABSk?si=Hh7zyaXlSHiXLXH5DWQuQg&utm_source=copy-link

Walloping Web Snappers:

https://open.spotify.com/show/1r5fEzPdopLwbCyKd0mqRo?si=35IQ3gsWRjeYvWsfh77hHA&utm_source=copy-link

Falling With Style:

https://open.spotify.com/show/7M99H0LI7AToF8fNAZC9Vl?si=KjbDaCXKS7yxvqJ0ivITAw&utm_source=copy-link

I'm sippin' a couple bottles of 19 Crimes with two my best friends, Tamira and Lauren! We discuss how we all met at [REDACTED] and what our initial thoughts were of each other. We discuss how our friendship just works with such varying personalities. We try to answer the question, "what's a best friend?" which leads to everyone giving their own definition and experiences. Our conversation turns mature as we discuss views on political differences, not grouping people together, and the importance of local elections.

If your best friends can't pop your podsome cherry, who can??

WARNING: Lot of NSFW language in this one for those that care. I dont *shrugs*

Today I'm sippin' Sapporo Premium Beer with multi-hyphenate Ace Meda4. Ace details his journey from New York to Virginia and how it led to his many different professions. We talk about how we got acquainted through a mutual friend before transitioning to talking about his music through 12:45 Music. We discuss the music industry and his opportunity to write a song for one of the biggest artists today. The Netflix Cowboy Bebop live action was something that divided a lot of people and we finally get the chance to let out our frustrations!

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I'm sippin' Oyster Bay sauv blanc with my guest this week, Lizzie Jennings. We revisit our introduction, which just so happens to originate at a bus stop. With such a huge gap between our last real conversation, I learn about everything she's been up to, including traveling all the way across the country! We dive into our shared love of anime and why she has a beef with Dragonball Z. We also talk about her art, how she got into it and how anime has influenced it thus far. Long lost friends catching up--its like the start of an anime!

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I'm sippin' with podcaster, artist, streamer and my fairy creative godmother, Nicole Learner! We enjoy a rosè while discussing how a chance encounter in a mutual friend's room started a creative connection between us. She discusses what moves her creatively and how she decides to pick up new ventures. We talk about her love for D.C. and the importance of growing up with diversity around her. We talk about ALL her different creative outlets and trust me, there's a lot!

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You can find Nicole Learner music on your favorite streaming platform!