Sitting With Slink I Episode 7 “SS-Honchos”

On this episode, I travel to 1260 Benning Rd Capitol Heights, MD 20743 where I interview a business owner and entrepreneur in Biggs & Da Don. We sit down in Biggs shop and have a great conversation surrounding a lot of things from Diddy to gun violence that is plaguing the community. Biggs schools me on what it takes to run a barbershop in the state of Maryland and Da Don talks about the grind that most didn't see for him and Biggs to get to this point. We briefly speak about the losses that they both have taken across their journey. We continue the conversation about their personal journey's into fatherhood, how their kids elevated both of their way of life. You can follow Biggs & Da Don on all social media platforms at the links below. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed recording it.___________Guest Information:Biggs Instagram: @inandoutbossDa Don Instagram:  @Iamofficialdadon  ___________BE SURE TO SHOP WITH OUR SPONSORS1. Legendary Apparel, by KtK Website: https://labyktk.launchcart.storePROMO CODE: "COCP" TO RECEIVE FREE SHIPPING (Minimum of 2 item purchases)Instagram: @the__kreator2. Wrld IzyorzInstagram: @wrldizyorzWebsite: wrldizyorz.comPROMO CODE: "COCP" TO RECEIVE 10% OFF ALL PURCHASES3. Heart N Soul Training Instagram: @heartnsoultraining4.Ten Toes LLCInstagram: @1tentoesllcWebsite: 1tentoes.com5. DJ DMC & Pay The Cost LLC Bookings: [email protected]: @paythecostllcInstagram: @dmcthegoat_____Follow The Show On All Socials:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/conversationsoverchesspodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/conversationsoverchesspodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/convosoverchessPodcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elijah7386

On this episode, I travel to the legendary Hampton Workout Facility located at 8026 Cryden Way, Forestville, MD 20747. I had the privilege to interview 10 of the top women basketball prospects coming out of the DMV area, with offers from across the country. We had an enjoyable interview filled with some laughs and also where these ladies share some hidden talents, the sacrifice that it takes to be the best, and what they are looking forward to in the future. I want to be the first to say a big thank you to Stephen Hampton for affording my this opportunity. Lastly, I said it before and I'll say It again. THESE LADIES ARE HER! Everyone's instagram is listed in the ending credits, be sure to follow these young ladies as they progress throughout their basketball careers and life. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed recording it.

On this episode, I travel back home to Newburgh, NY where I interview a local business owner Cream Puffs. We sit down in his shop and have a great conversation and he schools me on what it takes to run a smoke shop in the state of New York and the grind that most didn't see for him to get to this point. We briefly speak about the loss of his father, and other loved ones due to gun violence. We continue the conversation about his personal journey on finishing his college degree, how his son elevated his way of life, and lastly the vision that he sees the shop heading in. Cream has overcome so many things across his journey but continues to be an inspiration to all. Lastly, we touch on the topics of fatherhood, knowledge of self and how having a strong village helped him become who he is today. You can follow Cream on all social media platforms at the links below. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed recording it.

On this episode, I travel back to Washington, DC where I interview Fox 5's very own Nora Blake Smith. This powerful woman stops in to have a conversation and gives us a lesson on what it takes to get on TV for a news channel and the grind that most didn't see. We briefly speak about the loss of her grandfather, and the love she has for him. We continue the conversation about her personal journey on how she learned to be a student of life. Nora has overcome so many things across her journey but continues to be an inspiration to all women. Lastly, we touch on the topics of fatherhood, loving yourself and how having a strong mother helped her become who she is today. You can follow Nora on all social media platforms at the links below, and be sure to be on the look out for her show dropping soon. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed recording it.

On this episode, I travel back home to Newburgh, New York where I interview an artist that's taking the entire state and music industry by storm. The lyrical musician Ovi Jozi stops in to have a conversation. He gives us a brief look inside on what it takes to push his music out to the world. We briefly speak about his love for the game of football, his personal journey on how he had to overcome certain insecurities and lastly, we touch on the topics of fatherhood, and how having a strong mother helped him become who he is today. You can follow Ovi Jozi on all social media platforms at the links below, and be sure to stream his music across all platforms. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed recording it.

On this episode, I travel to Maryland to have a conversation with the legendary DJ DMC. He gives us the 1s, and 2s on what it took to become a division one football player at the University of Villanova, his personal journey to becoming his own man, and ultimately how his entrepreneurial spirit has born multiple revenue streams all from a lot of hard work and perseverance. He also briefly speaks about how he got into a little trouble while away at college and the consequences of his actions. Lastly and most important, DJ DMC tells us about the new rollout of his 360 booth. It is now being offered with his party package along with his DJ skills. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed recording it.

On this episode I have a conversation with celebrity barber Cedric Graham. He describes what it took for him to break into the NFL and A lists ranks as being known as one of the top barbers in both the DMV and Houston. He also briefly speaks about how much his daughter has changed him for the better, and how he's learned from past mistakes. Lastly and most important Cedric tells us about the new rollout of his own personal hair care products called "Humble Hair Care". All information to support and purchase the product is listed below. I didn't have to travel too far where at the time of this recording Ced was still located in DC. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed recording it

On this episode I have a conversation with a childhood friend, and former high school basketball teammate Luc Brown. I traveled down to Matthew's, North Carolina and filmed in his beautiful living room Luc talks about how he had some growing pains as he came into maturity and how meeting his now wife at the time of this writing changed his life for the better. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed recording it

On this episode I have a conversation with the Waseem Talbert who's another Philly native and is also a professional NBA 2K League player and captain of his current team Raptors Uprising. I traveled up to Toronto and filmed in what I would consider there war (game) room. Seem talks about how he got started in the league and what it takes to stay in the league. What I appreciate the most is how he opens up about the personal challenges faced with being a professional and what he does to keep a balance. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I enjoyed recording it