Hidden Gems Podcast

Hidden Gems Podcast

By Marcus Johnson-LutherLeisure
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Hidden Gems Podcast episodes

  • Episode 23 | 9pm Curfew | Success Suehne

    Have you ever wanted to start your own podcast but don't know where or how to start? Well Success was in a similar situation and she did the best first step you can do - she just started. As a way to document her college journey Success began the 9pm Curfew podcast as a way to commemorate the time. Since then the podcast has grown mightily, and seen immense success(no pun intended). Truthfully wise beyond her years, Success drops a lot of bars on this episode and was amazing the whole interview. 


    We talk about:

    • How she got started
    • Why she started
    • How the podcast has helped her grow
    • How successful the podcast has been
    • Taking time for herself
    • Merch!
    • Much, much more.
    • 9 pm curfew: https://www.instagram.com/9pmcurfew/?hl=en

      9pm curfew links: https://linktr.ee/9pmcurfewpod

      45 min
    • Episode 22 | Mr. OMG Speaks | Marlon Green

      Finally, Finally, Finally, Finally, got to catch up with my big homie Marlon. Beyond being a mentor and big brother figure to me, Marlon is a man with many many talents. As you'll see throughout this entire podcast the man has a way with words and knows what the hell he is talking about. I really wanted to catch up with him to talk about his life, being from New Orleans and how Katrina affected his life. This convo seems to move at a mile a minute because how great Marlon is. We could've gone several hours on this. But in todays episode we talk about:

      • Comparing Minnesota to Louisiana
      • How Hurricane Katrina affected his life
      • Life after Katrina
      • His trials and tribulations at LSU
      • Clearly Misunderstood 
      • Much, much more!
      • Hidden Gems Twitter: https://twitter.com/Hidden_GemsPod

        Hidden Gems IG: https://www.instagram.com/hidden_gemspod/?hl=en

        1 hr 6 min
      • Episode 21 | NATI | Nate Mamo

        Finally got to catch up with my boy! Been tryna record this episode for what feels like a year, but he finally pulled up on me... virtually. It's always a good time with Nate. Nate's a musician who prides himself on being authentic. Despite making music Nate claims he has over 200 songs in the vault he wont release because they're not perfect like he wants them to be yet. Beyond music Nate also spends his free time helping his community by cutting hair for people. 


        In todays episode we talk about:

        • His background in music
        • How he surprised his mom with his first performance
        • The people around him that have helped him grow
        • The role emotion plays in his creative process
        • Much, much more!

        • Nates Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nate_great1/?hl=en

          Nate soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/nate-mamo

          Nate's apple music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/nati/1086255916 

          Hidden Gems twitter:https://twitter.com/home

          Hidden Gems IG: https://www.instagram.com/hidden_gemspod/?hl=en

          52 min
        • Episode 20 | The (self-taught) Artist | Sadie Rosario

          Sadie is a self taught multi-medium artist. After mastering drawing she decided to branch out into other mediums such as painting, digital and even expanded into water color. As a master of her craft, Sadie's level of skill has increased exponentially and she has exploded on the Minnesota Art scene. If I tried to name all the different places she's ad her art showcased, we'd be here all day... Needless to say, Sadie is a wildly creative person who loves to show much adoration and appreciation to others! 

          In todays episode we talk about:

          • Her roots as an artist
          • How she remains creative
          • What inspires her
          • How she adapted to other mediums
          • How creating is therapeutic for her
          • Much. Much. More!
          • Hidden Gems Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hidden_gemspod/?hl=en

            Hidden Gems Twitter: https://twitter.com/Hidden_GemsPod

            Sadie Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heyysadie/?hl=en

            Sadies email: [email protected] 

            49 min
          • Episode 19 | The Architect | Kemunto Ndege

            If you've ever seen our logo anywhere, that's a special thanks to the wonderful and ever talented Kemunto! Kemunto is a talented graphic and digital artist who specializes it making incredibly dope shit(like our logo). Besides that Kemunto has done amazing things with many local acts in Minnesota, but even big time brands including Nike! An amazing episode today. We talk about:

            • Her creative process
            • How she finds work life balance
            • Being able to ground herself
            • Her talented family
            • Much, much more

            • Hidden Gems twitter: https://twitter.com/Hidden_GemsPod

              Hidden gems Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hidden_gemspod/?hl=en

              Kemunto design page: https://www.instagram.com/kemunto.dsgn/?hl=en

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              Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/marcus-johnson-luther/support
              48 min
            • Episode 18 | The Icon | Soli Baisa

              Season 2 keeps rolling on!

              Soli is a stylist and fashion consultant, who uses her creativity as a way to express herself. As a creative she loves to help bring people joy, and put smiles on their faces. Her ability to work hard and understand a balance between work and life is one fo her strengths. In todays episode we talk about:

              • Her background in fashion
              • What her favorite part of the process is
              • How she handles work life balance
              • much, much more!

              • Hidden gems twitter: https://twitter.com/Hidden_GemsPod

                Hidden Gems instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hidden_gemspod/?hl=en

                Soli Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sololiya_/?hl=en

                48 min
              • Episode 17 | Ech0astral | Julian Green

                Season 2.... We BACK

                Julian is a name you'll know if you don't already. Hailing from Milwaukee, Wisconsin he's already made a huge impact on the Minnesota music scene. DJ'ing under the alias Ech0astral he's already done a myriad of things. Starting his own radio station is amongst one of his notable achievements. Most recently he opened for Pi'erre Bourne - and Rejected Sound with Hidden Gems Alumni Mark Khan.

                In todays episode we talk about:

                • Julians journey to graduation
                • How he found inspiration for his famous grad pic
                • His success in college 
                • Radio K and the Vangaurd
                • DJ'ing
                • Opening for Pi'erre Bourne
                • Much, much more

                • Julians instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ech0astral/?hl=en

                  Julians Twitter #JulianArmy: https://twitter.com/vibeistan

                  Hidden Gems Twitter: https://twitter.com/Hidden_GemsPod

                  Hidden Gems Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hidden_gemspod/?hl=en

                  50 min
                • Episode 16 | The Phenom | Morgan Hill

                  Dominant is the one word I would use to describe how Morgan plays basketball. An absolute force in every sense of the word while she's out there on the court, Morgan brought it every single day. From her young years to her now collegiate career Morgan has had success at every turn. WIth a successful family behind her and a bright future for herself Morgan is a young woman with the world as her oyster. 


                  In todays episode we talk about:

                  • Morgan's athletic background
                  • How having older successful siblings was helpful
                  • Why scoring was so easy for her
                  • Much, much more.

                  • Hidden Gems Twitter: https://twitter.com/Hidden_GemsPod

                    Hidden Gems Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hidden_gemspod/

                    39 min
                  • Episode 15 | The Champ is Here | Tina Lagman

                    Don't let her small stature fool you, Tina is a fireball of energy and strength. She's someone who has picked up boxing in her 20's and hasn't looked back at all. From her early morning routines to beating people up in the gym, Tina is a person who is dedicated in all facets of her life.

                    In today's episode we talk about:

                    • Tina and I catch up
                    • How she uses her routines to help herself stay sane
                    • Life after graduation
                    • How she got into boxing
                    • much, much more

                    • Hidden Gems Twitter:https://twitter.com/Hidden_GemsPod

                      Hiddens Gems Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hidden_gemspod/

                      Tina's Mirror Moods: https://www.instagram.com/tinamirrormoods/

                      54 min
                    • Episode 14 | The Beast | Elerson G. Smith

                      Elerson Smith, you're going to want to remember that name. A University of Northern Iowa graduate, Elerson is pursuing his dreams of making the NFL as a defensive lineman. A good guy on and off the field, Elerson was really open to talking about anything and everything. From him coming into high school a scrawny stringbean to being a 6'7 monster, we dive into it all.

                      In todays episode we talk about:

                      • The aftermath of George Floyd
                      • How he adapted to college football
                      • His high school football experience
                      • His athletic prowess
                      • Much, much more
                      • Hidden Gems Twitter: https://twitter.com/Hidden_GemsPod

                        Hidden Gems Insta: https://www.instagram.com/hidden_gemspod/

                        1 hr 1 min

                      About Hidden Gems Podcast

                      From the publisher's feed

                      Minnesota has so much untapped talent, that no one really ever takes the time to illuminate. Wanting that to change, I decided to make a platform that can do just that. Everyone of us has a story that's worth sharing, because you never know who has a similar story or is inspired by yours.