Mike Squires & Friends

By Creative Evolution Studios

Discover the music industry's inner workings with your host, Mike Squires – a renowned music video director, producer, and globe-trotting entrepreneur. This podcast radiates Mike's unwavering positivi... more

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August 23, 2026 The Rise, Fall & Comeback of Justin Stone | Justin Stone
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00:00 Intro, Podcast Welcome & Sponsor
01:15 Meet Justin Stone: Background & Early Life
03:40 Discovering Hip-Hop and Starting Music
04:46 First Songs & Early Music Hustle
05:29 Breakthrough with Swaggy Tracks
07:04 Impact of Abstract and Artist Collaborations
08:23 The Power of Swaggy Tracks & Viral Growth
09:11 MrBeast Follows Justin & Viral Moments
10:46 Biggest Hits & Life-changing Playlists
12:10 Tour Stories: HighRes, Aaron Carter, I Prevail
16:17 Red Rocks, Manifestation & Stage Memories
18:01 Financial Highs, Lows & Selling Songs
20:28 Money Management, Mistakes & Friendship Lessons
23:53 Mental Health Struggles & Coping Mechanisms
25:51 Fatherhood, Recovery & Life Turnaround
26:52 Dopamine Crashes After Tour & Coping
28:08 Financial Lessons, Side Hustles & Resilience
30:15 Relatability, Vulnerability & Real Content
31:27 New Music Plans & Social Strategies
32:55 Growth, Algorithms & Social Media Changes
34:44 Creative Retreats & Newfound Motivation
36:04 Mental Health, Faith & Resilience
37:17 What’s Next: Weekly Drops & Fresh Styles
37:56 Artist Identity, Process & Finishing Songs
39:42 Message to the World & Final Thoughts
40:11 How to Connect with Justin & Podcast Wrap

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42min
August 16, 2026 Why Your Music Isn’t Standing Out (Yet) | Jeremy Amato
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00:00 Resilience and Introduction
00:22 Podcast Opening and Sponsorship
01:12 Meet Jeremy Amato—Background and Interests
01:54 Early Musical Journey and Video Game Music Aspirations
02:44 Breaking Into Hip-Hop: Chrome Nasty and Musical Style
04:04 Artistic Evolution and Describing the Sound
05:09 Life Experiences That Shaped the Music
05:50 Creative Drive and Influences
06:34 Balancing Fun vs. Seriousness in Music
07:17 Touring Stories and Lessons Learned
08:38 From Touring with Bands to Solo Vision
09:06 Future Goals and Next Steps
09:33 Releasing Music: Label vs. Independent
11:56 Breakout Success and Leveraging Visuals
12:59 Marketing, Identity, and Standing Out
14:14 Style, Image, and Halloween Theory
15:49 Coming Up in LA—Community and Challenges
17:37 Notable Projects and Building Strong Collaborations
20:04 Lessons from the Industry and Choosing the Right Circle
23:10 Going Solo After Band Breakup
25:00 Resilience in the Face of Setbacks
27:09 Mental Health, Consistency, and Dealing with Waves
30:08 Vulnerability, Criticism, and the Importance of Showing Up
31:45 Hate Comments, Polarization, and Finding Your Audience
32:28 Looking to the Future—Hopes and Vision
32:44 Final Words, Staying True, and Outro

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August 09, 2026 Designing for Logic Changed My Career | Jack PSD
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00:00 Intro, Hustle, and Podcast Start
01:12 Meet Jack PSD: Visual Artist Background
03:33 Early Art, Cover Arts & Getting Started
06:11 AI & Standing Out as an Artist
08:48 Building Connections & Collaboration
11:11 First Big Clients & Breakthrough Work
14:18 Growing Up, Early Art & Racing Story
17:28 Animated Projects & The Logic Video
20:04 Career Goals: Quality vs. Quantity
22:01 Sleep, Caffeine, and All-Nighter Lifestyle
26:25 Creative Process, Merch, and Client Work
31:32 Balancing Work, Wellness, and Final Thoughts
32:08 Final Message & Where to Find Jack PSD

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August 02, 2026 The Truth About Working With Dax | HunnaV
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00:00 Intro & Podcast Setup
01:15 Meet Hun & Artist Retreats
02:58 Retreat Benefits for Artists
06:32 Starting Out in Music
09:41 Recording First Songs & Overcoming Doubts
12:07 Early Success & Collaborating with Dax
14:47 Domino Effects & Social Media Growth
15:53 The Story of "911" & Viral Success
18:44 TikTok, Promotion, and Going Viral
21:20 Recording with Modest Equipment & ROI
23:14 Engineering, Autotune, and Plugins
26:08 Experimenting & Stepping Out of Comfort Zones
26:54 Notable Collaborations & Standout Records
27:54 Future Plans & Dream Collabs
30:00 T-Pain, Performance, and Inspirations
30:40 Hidden Talents & Creativity Outside Music
31:43 Advice, Consistency, and Personal Growth
32:59 How to Connect with Hun & Community Impact
34:08 Closing Thoughts & Outro

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36min
July 26, 2026 I Found Success... But Something Was Missing | Gavin Santi
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00:00 Intro & Podcast Sponsor
01:10 Meet Gavin Santi: Christian Rapper
02:18 Journey Into Christian Music
04:08 Early Life & Hip-Hop Beginnings
06:55 First Success & Seattle Music Scene
10:27 Collaborations & Teamwork
11:08 The Rise of Christian Music
12:07 Positive Themes & Setting Boundaries
14:19 Collaborating With Futuristic
15:48 Goals for the Future
16:41 Hobbies: Gaming and Movies
20:44 Influence of Martial Arts & MMA
21:27 Reflecting on Pre-Christian Music
23:12 Mental Health & Sadness in Music
25:40 Positive Shift in New Music Scene
26:12 Inspiring Christian Artists
27:53 Transition Challenges & Personal Growth
29:30 Overcoming Struggles Through Faith
30:34 Finding God & Getting Saved
32:13 The Process of Change After Salvation
32:37 Final Message & How to Connect
33:23 Outro & Closing Remarks

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35min
July 19, 2026 The Day I Finally Hit Rock Bottom | Eddy Winchester
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00:00 Hitting Rock Bottom
00:32 Podcast Intro & Sponsor
01:15 Meet Eddie Winchester
03:50 Early Music, School Trouble & Expulsion
06:32 Troubled Teens, MySpace & First Music Breaks
09:53 Moving to LA at 16 & Early Hustles
13:07 Addiction, Drug Dealing & Lost Music Opportunities
19:07 Life on the Run & Hitting Lows
21:00 Cycle of Jail, Probation & Fleeing States
27:00 Fatherhood, Returning to LA & New Beginnings
31:00 Breakthrough in Music & Industry Connections
36:00 Relapse, Losing Everything & Final Wake-Up Call
43:00 Rebuilding Life, Finding Sobriety & Inspiration
46:00 Lessons Learned & Inspiring Others
49:00 Final Reflections & Spreading Hope

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51min
July 12, 2026 Why Most Artists Never Make It | Jake Luke
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00:00 Music Industry Chaos
00:28 Podcast Intro & Sponsorship
01:21 Welcoming Jake Luke Back
01:46 Catching Up and Studio Memories
02:34 First Podcast Out of State
03:28 Life Updates: Moving to Nashville
04:46 Opportunities in Nashville
05:06 Big Releases and Touring
06:56 Creating the 911 Record
07:35 Hits From Simple Setups
08:17 Skill Over Equipment
09:27 Touring Stories: The Good and The Bad
13:09 Tour Mishaps & Industry Challenges
15:57 The Trap of Waiting for a Big Break
18:02 Building a Sustainable Career
21:33 Biggest Moments and Artistic Alignment
24:18 Timing, Readiness & Lessons Learned
27:32 What's Next: New Records and Business
29:23 Balancing Creative and Business Projects
31:01 Looking Ahead & Final Reflections
32:10 Message to the World & Outro

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34min
July 05, 2026 The Conversation with Yelawolf I'll Never Forget | Denham
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00:00 Hook
01:31 Podcast Intro & Guest Welcome
03:41 Studio Catch-Up & Victor Wooten Story
04:39 Moving to Nashville: New Adventures
06:07 Balancing Life Between Nashville & South Dakota
08:22 Opportunities & Creative Community in Nashville
09:29 Funny Celebrity Encounters & Musical Growth
12:10 Sharing Deep Stories & Life Lessons
14:39 Upcoming Projects & Nashville Writing Vibes
16:31 Comparing Nashville vs. South Dakota
20:13 Life, Culture, & Growth: Colorado, South Dakota & Nashville
22:25 Taking the Leap: Why Move Cities?
24:48 The Realities of Touring & Industry Advice
26:57 Touring with Chris: Lessons & Road Stories
31:43 More Wild Tour Stories: Ice Cream & Family Visits
36:22 Wrapping Up: Lessons & Final Words

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39min
July 01, 2026 The Day the Mayor Came After Me for Graffiti Tagging | Dank Daddy
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00:00 Intro, Sponsors & Meet Dank Daddy
01:21 Graffiti Beginnings: Portland to Vancouver
02:50 Graffiti Adventures and Tagging Stories
05:40 Climbing Buildings & The Sketchiest Tag
07:20 Getting Caught and Run-Ins With the Law
10:34 The Code of Graffiti & Tagging Ethics
13:39 Transitioning to Music: DJing and Beatmaking
15:30 Biggest Music Success & Event Organizing
16:55 Favorite Tracks & Collaborations
18:51 Skateboarding: Early Days & Tricks
21:32 Connecting in the Skateboarding Community
23:36 Life in Louisville: Art, Music & Community
25:47 Personal Growth & Positive Mindset
26:10 Self-Care: Meditation, Yoga & Healthy Living
27:29 Sound Therapy and the Power of Frequencies
29:11 Outro: Messages, Connection, and Farewell

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32min
June 29, 2026 Inside Connecticut's Growing Hip-Hop Community | Jonny Empire, GOMMi & Pax The Collector
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00:00 Meet the Crew & Introductions
03:15 Podcast Support & Distrokid Sponsorship
07:16 How the Album Collaboration Started
09:46 Creative Chemistry & Complimenting Styles
13:06 Building Connections in the Connecticut Scene
16:59 Thoughts on Local Hip-Hop Culture
21:13 The Brooklyn Performance & Group Formation
24:54 Creating Together: Early Studio Sessions
27:27 The Power of Healthy Collaboration
31:31 Vibes in the Studio & Organic Friendship
35:00 Episode Diversions & The Office Chat
39:15 Favorite Records & Session Highlights
43:11 Producer Shoutouts & Studio Stories
47:00 Life Outside the Music & Real Friendships
50:31 Maintaining Balance in Work and Life
53:19 Intentional Listening & Communication Skills
56:15 Community, Friendship & Safe Creative Spaces
59:28 Project Teasers & What to Expect
01:02:18 Plugging Socials & Where to Find the Artists
01:05:07 Shoutouts, Closing Thoughts & Farewell

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