Dro In The Wind

We're back and better than before with special guest HateSonny! Sonny and I go way back to story of how we met, he takes us through his general creative process, we talk about his upcoming EP 'AGNB' before getting into some tangents about sports and food.

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On today’s episode, we talk with Pablo Trees, the artist behind Pabs Prints. In our first after hours special, we get extra spicy talking about the new Demon Slayer movie, why doge coin is a scam, get sidetracked with discussing capitalism vs Marxism, and what it means to stay true to your passion. This was my favorite recording yet and I hope you enjoy!

2:00- Who is Pablo Trees?

7:30- What it means it give back and going on a tangent about capitalism vs Marxism

26:00- What defines an anime?

30:00- Demon Slayer, following your passion, and not seeking outside validation

42:00- The meaning behind the Pig

52:30- Rapid Fire Questions and why you should invest in Pabs Prints

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Today’s guest is author and creator Kyra Horton. Kyra recently self-published her first poetry book titled “Cries of a Butterfly.”

In our conversation, we discuss why she describes herself as a creator, her experience in self-publishing her own book, the importance of facing your fears, and much more! Time stamps below:

4:30- Who Is Kyra Horton, being fearless and finding balance between monetizing hobbies and doing hobbies for yourself

11:00- Kyra’s journey to self-publishing

16:20- The importance of gratitude

21:00- Reading of “Flow”

24:30- Reading of “instrument” and the importance of kindness

33:00- Kyra’s spiritual journey and her relationship with God

40:00- Her experience in Louder Than A Bomb (The World’s Largest Poetry Slam competition), and the difference between living in Chicago and Arizona

50:00- Film, Photography, and balance as the key to life

58:00- Rapid Fire questions

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Music- Damage Control by HateSonny

-Recorded in January 2021-

On today’s episode, we talk to greenSLLIME, the self-proclaimed Monk of Beats & Blunts. As a producer/rapper/DJ extraordinaire, SLLIME shares the story of how he spoke touring with Redman & Method Man into existence just by selling an 8th to Mick Jenkins, his love for weed and Pokémon, and why all of his favorite rappers are the ones that always kept it real about being real.

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This is an extra special episode, so kick back, relax, and light up a percy or 3 for the next two hours as you listen to our conversation just go with flow.

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 Bandcamp- greenSLLIME  Song- “What I Want” by SLLIME & Qari

Today, we connect with musical artist Victor Internet. We caught up on his life since moving to LA from Chicago, what it’s like growing up on the internet, being intentional while community-building, and much more. Listen and be sure to like this video and follow our page!

0:30- Vibe check and who is Victor Internet?

11:30- living in LA, going back to your roots, and embracing nostalgia

22:00- how childhood interests snowball into life passions and battling with imposter syndrome

30:45- The Hedgehog’s Dilemma, being intentional with relationships and growing up on the internet

40:40- building community, making connections, and music origins

50:15- Fashion and anime tangents

1:00:00- Experience with psychedelics

1:07:30- Rapid fire questions, Cowboy Bebop appreciation and wrap-up

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Music: 2017 by Victor Internet

We did things a little different and decided to record live from the local corner store! We spoke with Mohammad Masoud, owner of La Estrella Mini-Mart, and chopped it up about our favorite anime, what it means to give back to the universe, and building from the ground up instead of seeking validation from above. Time stamps provided below:   3:00- straight weeb talk. 14:45- Islam, "The Straight Path,” and empowering the hood. 23:00- Living overseas in Jordan and Germany. 33:00- New York, the Nation of Islam, and Free Palestine til it's backwards. 39:00- Reminiscing on All-Star Weekend 2020. 54:00- The shop as a creative space for local artists and working with Joe Freshgoods. 1:07:30- Not needing validation from the mainstream, and build with the homies organically. 1:19:00- Tapping into your inner child. 1:22:00- Nader Ihmoud of Palestine in America stops by to say hi. 

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Music by HateSonny

On today’s episode, we talk with Norma Vargas, the founder of Chicago based skincare company, Piel de Tierra. We discussed her business and vision to decolonize skincare, how we practice self-care and boundaries, and the importance of moving at your own pace.

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Music by: HateSonny

Welcome to the Dro In The Wind Podcast!!! Today we’re joined by Chicago-based music journalist Jack Riedy. We talk about his experience covering the different generations of Chicago music talent, our favorite projects of the year, the problem with the Grammys, and our mutual appreciation for Meg Thee Stallion.

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  Music by: HateSonny

Today we spend an episode decompressing from life. So come join us as we step into the void and talk about dealing with election season anxiety, ego death, and lessons we learned from Naruto.

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 Music by: HateSonny

Today we brought on Chicago producer and founder of  Chinza//Fly & Special Finish Rob Lyrical to discuss goals, anime, and awakening the third eye.  

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Music by: Rob Lyrical & soundsbydj