“Being a DJ wasn’t a career move for me, I always knew I would have to graduate out of it”
PosterChild “J1” is the program director, director of Hip Hop at Pandora, and a radio personality for Sirius XM. During his first time on The Progress Report Podcast, J1 details his come up, New York roots, being inspired by the likes of Diddy, Funkmaster Flex, DJ SNS, and DJ Clue, relocating to Atlanta to be a DJ, introducing him to a new sound and style - southern Hip Hop, transitioning to radio, tips for longevity, and artists on the come up.


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“Being a DJ wasn’t a career move for me, I always knew I would have to graduate out of it” PosterChild “J1” is the program director, director of Hip Hop at Pandora, and a radio personality for Sirius XM. During his first time on The Progress Report Podcast, J1 details his come up, New York roots, being inspired by the likes of Diddy, Funkmaster Flex, DJ SNS, and DJ Clue, relocating to Atlanta to be a DJ, introducing him to a new sound and style - southern Hip Hop, transitioning to radio, tips for longevity, and artists on the come up. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theprogressreportpodcast/support

“Being a DJ wasn’t a career move for me, I always knew I would have to graduate out of it”
PosterChild “J1” is the program director, director of Hip Hop at Pandora, and a radio personality for Sirius XM. During his first time on The Progress Report Podcast, J1 details his come up, New York roots, being inspired by the likes of Diddy, Funkmaster Flex, DJ SNS, and DJ Clue, relocating to Atlanta to be a DJ, introducing him to a new sound and style - southern Hip Hop, transitioning to radio, tips for longevity, and artists on the come up.


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J1 speaks on being the director of Hip Hop at Pandora, graduating from being a DJ, NYC to ATL adjustment

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We don’t chase clout—we create impact. Our mission is to give artists and creatives the space to speak their truth, share their grind, and inspire progression. From breaking new music to covering industry trends, The Progress Report is trusted by artists, respected by fans, and rooted in authenticity.

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The Progress Report is more than media—it’s a movement. Founded in Atlanta, we are a premier hip-hop platform dedicated to documenting the culture, amplifying untold stories, and championing the voices that shape the streets and the sound. Through raw interviews, real conversations, and unapologetic content, we bridge the gap between underground talent and mainstream recognition. We don’t chase clout—we create impact. Our mission is to give artists and creatives the space to speak their truth, share their grind, and inspire progression. From breaking new music to covering industry trends, The Progress Report is trusted by artists, respected by fans, and rooted in authenticity. This is where hustle meets media. This is The Progress Report.

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