The UpNUp Podcast

In this episode of 'The UpNUp Podcast', we're back again with the 4th #ListenerAppreciationWeek episode. This episode is a chance for us to connect with YOU the listener but more importantly, giving our listeners the platform to drive topics, promote their projects and have great conversation around what’s important to them.

For The Listener By The Listener

This weeks guest is loyal listener & culture cultivator, Justin Cox (@smooveascanb). Make sure to tune in and show some love to a listener who's always on #TheUpNUp

In this episode of 'The UpNUp Podcast', Creator and Founder of rising apparel/clothing company 'Make it Count'(@micbrandseattle), Deuce Porter(@deuceporter_) shares a journey of true elevation through sticking to your blueprint. Growing up in adverse conditions within his neighborhood/environment led him to want more for himself and furthermore for his community in the form of positive representation. From sitting on his idea for some time, to finally pulling the trigger on his concept and quickly becoming one of the most popular rising brands in his region, the story of 'Make it Count' is definitely one to keep us all on #TheUpNUp

In this episode of 'The UpNUp Podcast', Tacoma native and founder of 'Inner Enso', Shaunte Nance (@shaunte_nj), discusses a journey filled with peaks and valleys. Overcoming many early losses in her life, she committed to the game of basketball landing a spot on the Harlem Globetrotters, but continued her drive after sports into the uplifting of the youth within her community through guiding the students of @stembytaf. Her new company 'Inner Enso' aims to empower women through healing, unification, and events focused on growth. Her journey is just beginning and is definitely one to keep us all on #TheUpNup

In this episode of 'The UpNUp Podcast', the dynamic duo on the mic, Sierra Stewart(@sierra2leone) and Makeda Critchlow(@bajan_baddie) share the journey of building their platform for the voiceless known as the 'Black in the City' podcast(@blackincitypod). As two young black women using their voice to provide the accurate representation that’s needed in the media space, their show brings listeners very relatable and ‘for the culture’ type of content on a weekly basis in their own unique way. Showing us what it takes to make culture shifting content w/ a twist of black girl magic, this story is definitely one to keep us all on #TheUpNUp

In this episode of 'The UpNUp Podcast', professional basketball player and Seattle native, Tremaine Isabell Jr.(@otrillmaine), takes us on a journey of ups and downs that all started from the dribble. From his early success through the high school ranks to entering college, his path was unconventional and yet the perfect preparation for a long career in hoops. Whether it was enduring the naysayers when things weren't going his way, to eventually playing the game of basketball professionally, this is a story that will definitely keep us all on #TheUpNUp

In this episode of 'The UpNUp Podcast' ultra creative and video/photo extraordinaire, Chase Fade (@chasefade), shares his journey of refocusing his lens for success. From early trials and errors of finding his lane in videography/photography, it was his dedication of keeping his head down grinding while building relationships that propelled him. From directing videos for up and coming artists in his city to eventually working with the likes of Bas, J.Cole and the entire Dreamville team(@dreamville), the Chase Fade story is one to definitely keep us all on #TheUpNUp

In this episode of 'The UpNUp Podcast', Super Bowl Champion, NFL Pro-bowler, and former defensive end of the Seattle Seahawks(@seahawks), Cliff Avril(@cliffavril), shares a journey of being a late bloomer playing in his teen years to growing into a true champion on and off the field. From being apart of one of the most legendary runs in sports history to keeping his marathon going off the field with his endless philanthropic work with his 'Cliff Avril Family Foundation' team in his homeland of Haiti, the Cliff Avril demonstration is definitely one to keep us all on #TheUpNUp

In this episode of 'The UpNUp Podcast' the city of Seattle's emerging and driven talent 'Mafi D' (@mafidklickup)of 'B.A.G Records', shares his powerful and transformative journey using hip hop to carve his own lane. From growing up facing the obstacles that came with being in the type of environment that presents challenges for young black men in communities nation-wide, it was the demonstration/outlet of music that shifted Mafi D's perspective towards finding his purpose. From being a self-taught artist as well as an owner of his business in music, his story and demonstration is definitely one to keep us all on #TheUpNUp

In this episode of 'The UpNUp Podcast' positivity promoter and young media mogul in the making, Hannah Joy Gebresilassie (@hannahjoytv) shares an amazing journey of taking ownership into her own hands when it comes to her presence in media and storytelling. From working as a successful full time news reporter/anchor to leaving her job to start her own media company and her own lifestyle brand @promotepositivitymovement, she explains all about the "joy" found in owning your process. This story is definitely one to keep us all positive and staying on #TheUpNUp

In this episode of 'The UpNUp Podcast' founder and visionary of 'The Collective Seattle', Anthony Kerr, takes us on a journey of how a simple group chat evolved into what is now a massive network of over 3,000 young professionals of color unified here in Seattle. The fragmentation that once existed amongst the black community in the greater Seattle area has been shifting over the past few years and organizations like 'The Collective Seattle' has helped drive more unity and presence for the underrepresented groups here and beyond. The story of how this collective group is effecting real change is one to definitely keep us all on #TheUpNUp