Radical Grove : Parliament Podcast

In this episode, Rowshay sits down with Lindsey Ferguson, founder and owner of L. Ferguson Events, to discuss her inspiring journey from Virginia to Denver and back to Charlotte. Lindsey shares how her collegiate experiences and diverse career path shaped her success as a dynamic entrepreneur in the event and party planning industry. She opens up about the many hats she wears, the milestones she’s achieved, and offers valuable insights, tips, and advice for navigating the fast-paced world of event planning.

On this week’s episode of The Parliament Podcast, Rowshay sits down with Andrew Thomas (owner of A. Thomas Designs) — a creative force known for his mastery in design, décor, event planning, and botanical artistry. From his beginnings in Tennessee to his rise in Atlanta and Charlotte, Andrew shares how he built a career crafting unforgettable experiences for high-profile clients and elite social circles. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about creativity, ambition, and the art of making every event feel extraordinary.

This week on the Parliament Podcast, Rowshay sits down with Angelo the Kid to dive into all things DJ culture. From producing original tracks, remixes, edits, and bootlegs to booking DJs and shaping the vibe at Trio and Blue Door, Angelo breaks down his multifaceted role in nightlife. They swap insights on Serato updates, library organization, and navigating the ever-evolving Charlotte scene — plus plenty more behind-the-booth stories you won’t want to miss.

This week on The Parliament Podcast, we sit down with Cassidy from TRIO to dive into the world of artist relations, bartending, and the hustle of balancing both daytime and nightlife careers. Cassidy shares how she manages it all, the DJs who inspire her, the ones she loves most, and plenty more behind-the-scenes stories from her journey in nightlife.

This week on The Parliament Podcast, Beau and Nour—General Managers at Trio Charlotte—join us to talk all things nightlife. From how they first broke into the scene to the strategies they use running one of Charlotte’s hottest venues, they share stories from the industry, passions beyond the club, and some unique approaches to business.

Kate Gussin stops by the Parliament Podcast to dive into her journey from life before nightlife to running some of the hottest venues in the Carolinas. From her roots in Durham to her time in Charleston, Kate shares the stories behind iconic spots like Trio Charleston, Groover’s Charleston, Trio Charlotte, Blue Door, and the highly anticipated Groover’s Charlotte. It’s a deep look at what it takes to build nightlife brands that move culture and create community.

This week on the Parliament Podcast, Eric Gussen dives deep into the world of nightlife—spinning stories on DJing, venue ownership, construction, development, and design. From the booth to the blueprints, Eric breaks down what it really takes to build unforgettable nights.

Miss James joins the Parliament Podcast to reflect on her career choreographing for stars like Beyoncé, Kelly Rowland, Tina Fey, Maya Rudolph, and Jennifer Lopez, while also diving into conversations about club culture and club music. Enjoy !!!

- SHOW NOTES -

* Weekend Wrap Up

* News (Knicks, Rihanna, Tory Lanez, T-Pain, Diet Soda, and Alcohol)

* Sober Nightlife

* Nightlife Safety

* Silent Disco Trending

* Seasonal Records

* What Satisfies DJs

* Posting Routines

* Americas Next Top Hit Maker

* New RG Mixshows

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* Weekend Wrap Up

* Clearing The Dancefloor

* Lovin Life Festival & Kendrick Concert

* The Kentucky Derby & The Met Gala

* Top Downloaded Songs of April

* Mixtapes vs Mixes

* Sharing Mixes

* Transition Techniques

* Challenges & Rewards of Open Format

* Dj Image

* Lowes Home Improvement Event