My guest this week is California rapper and producer Maxo, live from the Abrons Arts Center in Manhattan. We spoke about Being John Malkovitch, 3 Ninjas, Steel, white guilt movies, why Tubi is the best streaming service, the process behind a handful of his music videos, whether he experiences fear while making music, and the creative process behind Lil Big Man, Even God Has A Sense Of Humor, and Debbie’s Son.

If you're in the New York area, come to the first edition of Reel Talk, a Reel Notes movie night on Sunday, December 3 at Loudmouth BK featuring Florida rapper-producer Niontay. Tay and I will be screening a movie of his choice (film tba) followed by an interview/Q&A after. $13 admission. Buy tickets here.

Reel Notes stands in solidarity with the oppressed peoples of Palestine, the Congo, Sudan, Tigray, and Haiti. Please consider donating to the Palestine Children's Relief Fund,  The Palestinian Youth Movement, HealAfrica, FreeTigray, and/or Hope For Haiti.  For information about contacting your representatives to demand a ceasefire, finding protests, and other tools, check out CeasefireToday!

Visit the websites for the Abrons Arts Center, Loudmouth BK, and Every DejaVu.

Visit Dreadsock.com and use promo code "CINEMASAI" for 10% off your first order!

Even God Has A Sense Of Humor and Debbie’s Son are both available wherever music is sold, streamed, or stolen.

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