Werm, an Artist who's notorious for his graffiti, talks about surviving an overdose and his experiences from jail and drug dealing. 

In this gripping episode, we delve into the untold story of an extraordinary individual who has braved the unforgiving streets of Chicago's Southside since the tender age of 10. Meet our guest, a former gang member, survivor, and caregiver, Dro.

In this episode we are honored to have AJ as our guest, where he delves into the world of fashion, gang culture, and a deeply personal topic: suicide awareness. AJ, who grew up in the southeast side of Chicago and found inspiration in gang culture for his clothing line "Southside Dreams," opens up about his own experience with a suicide attempt. In a raw and courageous conversation, he sheds light on the struggles that led him to the brink, and the journey of resilience and healing that followed. As we explore the profound connection between mental health and artistic expression, AJ's story serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of compassion, understanding, and supporting one another during Suicide Awareness Month and beyond. Join us for this emotional and enlightening episode as we tackle challenging conversations with empathy and hope.

Alonzo shares stories about the upbringings as a graffiti artist in a gang infested area of Chicago. He also talks about a controversial painting he did at the Jordan 23 store and losing beloved friends to violence.

Angalia Bianca, award winning author, anti-violence activist, tells part of her story of surviving gangs, heroin and prison.

Yuri Lane is a renowned Beatboxer-Harmonica player. He grew up as a child actor with artistic parents in San Francisco, CA where he lost his best friend to a murder. Now residing in Chicago, he's witnessed murders and talks about how raising a child in the inner city isn't easy.

Elkin, an individual whose childhood is cut short, faces attempted murder charges at the age of 12, a 1st degree murder at the age of 14, and tells the reality he's left with after surviving some of the worst neighborhoods in the city of Chicago.

Gato, after getting shot multiple times and surviving many violent encounters, has spent about half of his life in prison and lost three brothers to gang violence all while he was incarcerated. He shares his experience with trying to adapt and cope with life.

XO Chicago, an Artist that grew up in the South East Side of Chicago who lost her first son's father to a murder, got robbed at gun point and dealt with police corruption shares her story. She also shares how she copes with her past and present. 

Rowdy, a South Side of Chicago gang member affiliate, tells his experience of going to jail at 13 years old for murder, getting shot multiple times, shootings involving the Chicago Police Department and his tactics on dealing with PTSD. Includes "Sin City", a song that was created weeks before the CPD shooting incident. Produced by Oliver Fade (DJ Fade) featuring Rowdy.