On SZN 4 Episode 22 we have a convo with TAPEKAGE. Videographer, photographer, and business owner. TAPEKAGE talks about him and his brothers growing up playing sports since a young kids.  He shares his experience being a high school quarterback but not having the proper guidance to really excel at the position and be able to play at the college level.  TAPEKAGE talks about initially going to school to be a physics teacher but having an interest in photography, then eventually switching majors, and learning how to use a camera for photography and videography.  He gives us insight on what he learned in school vs what he learned on his own through YouTube and "on the job" experience. We discuss the lack of exposure high school sports such as basketball and football get in the WNY area and why he felt he could make a difference.  Through his years of covering high school sports, and covering the UB Football and Basketball teams he's received several opportunities to create content for SLAM Magazine, the Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres, and NCAA College Gameday.  TAPE shares with us some of the positives and negatives of shooting for these major companies and how he came about getting these opportunities.  We also chop it up about his favorite moments he's captured, his ultimate end goal,  shooting for DONDA Academy, going viral on social media, and much more....  

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https://www.instagram.com/tapekage/

On SZN 4 Episode 21 we have a convo with SafeHouseC. Artist, entrepreneur, and wordsmith. SAFE talks about the importance of being authentic and staying true to yourself. He shares with us the struggles of losing 2 brothers and them being inspiration behind his first official project’PAIN IN GOLD’ . We discuss whether or not jewelry is necessary for an artists image, and if it adds to being a target. SAFE gives us insight on learning to express his emotions more as a man, and how his music has helped him with that. We also talk about his relationship with MILEHIGHMUZIK, favorite video games, the state of R&B music, C.O.T.C, and much more….  

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On SZN 4 Episode 20 we have a convo with REGGIE from CANNAHOUSE; founder of CANNA-HOUSE, Cannabis Advocate, and of member of The Buffalo Urban Leagues Young Professionals.  Reggie talks about his early relationship with cannabis and using it for recreational use as well as a coping mechanism.  He talks about beginning his journey of researching ways to legally sell cannabis and the road blocks he hit on the way.  We discuss the relationship cannabis has with the people of our community and why it is prevalent that we take advantage of the opportunities arising in the cannabis industry in order to build generational wealth.  Reggie shares with us the how he initially came up with the idea behind his company CANNA-HOUSE and his plans for it in the future.  We also talk about the details of the MRTA Bill, the states that have the best weed, his favorite strands, over consuming, "smoking on dead opps" trend in hip-hop, entrepreneurship, and much more....  

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On SZN 4 Episode 18 we have a convo with THE A-TEAM BAND.  THE A-TEAM shares with us how the band was formed and how they decided on the name.  We talk about how the frequency of the music these days is effecting the behavior of the younger generation and leading to more violence.   The team talks about their goal as a band when it comes to making an impact in the city; from helping local artists enhance their sound to creating events with unforgettable vibes.  We discuss why we think R&B music isn't as popular as it was in the past and how that can change.   We also talk about Nipsey Hussle's impact on the hip-hop culture, the passing of the legendary Takeoff, traveling to shows, learning new instruments, and much more.....  

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On SZN 4 Episode 16, Dante and Nelson dive right into the discussing the most recent controversy around Kanye.  They breakdown their interpretations of his "white lives matter" shirts and whether or not the outrage was called for.  The fellas give their take on his "antisemitic" comments on Revolt's Drink Champs Podcast and if he can come back from the industry's attempt to silence and blackball him.  Nelson also challenges his community to take the emotion out of situations and look at things with an open mindset in order develop your own genuine perspective instead of running with the narratives we are being fed through social media.  They discuss the people who run the entertainment industry and why they are allowed to censor our black leaders while simultaneously monetizing off of our creativity and marketing the death of our people.  The fellas also discuss the origin of The Matrix, detoxing from social media, the best wrestling theme songs, payola in music, and much more.....   

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On SZN 4 Episode 15 we have a convo with NEPH; Creator/Founder of 716 Spotlight Series and Betty Croc Ent.  Manager of The A-TEAM band  . Neph shares with us how she first got introduced to the art/music scene in Buffalo and her struggles trying to find where she belonged or could make a difference.  She talks about forming a bond with a lot of the artists at the Slime Shack such as Gaine$, Skate Cobain, and Hood Koolie and using them as her "muses" to test her creative ideas.  We discuss her beginning struggles as a manger vs her struggles now as a more seasoned manager.  Neph also gives us insight on her vision behind The Spotlight Series and her company Betty Croc Ent.  We also politic about the importance of having a team where everyone knows there role and purpose, her making noise in a male dominated industry, being a super mom, chasing your dreams, and more.....   

https://www.instagram.com/nephbchillli/

https://www.instagram.com/_spotlightseries716/

On SZN 4 Episode 14 we have a convo with DJ WIRE; global DJ for The Heavy Hitters and former DJ of 93.7wblk . DJ WIRE talks about his journey becoming a DJ and his experience DJing his first show in middle school.  He shares with us why he moved from Buffalo to Dallas and what he had to overcame his first year in Dallas.  We discuss how club culture has changed and what songs are guaranteed to engage the crowd at any event your at.  Wire also talks about the difference in the party scene from the east coast to the south, and which he prefers.  We also talk about the death of the swag surf, dancing at parties, crypto scams, and much more....

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https://www.instagram.com/djwire1/

On SZN 4 Episode 13 we have a convo with MARC GRIFFIN; Journalist, Staff writer at VIBE MAGAZINE and SNEAKVIBING Blog, and creator of IN SEARCH OF MAGAZINE . Marc talks about his journey being a hip-hop artist and transitioning into becoming a journalist. We discuss our favorite eras of hip-hop and take a deep dive into the best moments of the "Blog Era", where artists like Kendrick, Nipsey Hussle, Drake, and J. Cole made names for themselves.  Marc shares with us some of his biggest disappointments as a writer and what he learned from them.  He talks about getting the opportunity to meet and interview his idol Pharrell at Yankees stadium, and his favorite moments from that experience.  We also converse about the different fashion trends that come and go in hip-hop, his love for superheroes, embracing your uniqueness, and how he'll adjust to his new career at VIBE MAGAZINE in NYC.      

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