The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) connected with a very important woman to know in the music industry, Wendy Day. Wendy Day is the founder of the non-profit company Rap Coalition. The company pulls artist out of bad deals and educates people on what's fair and acceptable. Her company has set up business deals for Master P, Twista, and Eminem to name a few. Wendy has run the company for 19 years and had good perspective on: why you should not seek a record deal in today's industry, using the term "demo" and working for Fedex is a way to eliminate yourself before you even get started, how she is able to break artist out of their contracts with major labels, why it is easier to find an investor than a record deal, the important advice that Tupac Shakur gave her after becoming the first board member, the continued support received from David Banner & Tech N9ne, what her Powermoves company does for properly funded artist, and she exposes Cash Money whom she set up an initial $30 million deal for but had to sue for payment. She won her lawsuit and also confirmed what we've all been learning recently that "they don't pay their artist."

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A legend and pioneer in the game, Kool DJ Red Alert took time out to speak with the Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence). Uncle Red talked about: why he's a B.U.M., his passion as a DJ, ushering in talent like: KRS-One, A Tribe called Quest, Jungle Brothers, Chris Lighty to name a few, how to read a crowd, what he considers a complete DJ, how hip hop has brought together different genres, the person responsible for his career, musical family ties, the moment he knew it was his time to shine, thoughts on DJs who fake it, why you should not request records at a party, being one of the 1st live hip hop DJ's on the radio, making international moves, maintaining longevity and more.

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The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) had an enlightening conversation with Hollywood writer and producer Mike Ajakwe (@mikeajakwe). Mike has been in the industry for about 20 yrs and was candid on: how he's survived the business, writing for Entertainment Tonight, producing for show "Unsung", putting on plays that has starred: Hill Harper, Glynn Turman, Wendy Raquel Robinson, Tatyana Ali, Monique, Niecy Nash, Tichina Arnold to name a few; how an internship on the sitcom "Cheers" led to a life changing decision, having the first play written by a black playwright to be published in the new millennium, valuable lessons he learned from Martin Lawrence, working with Brett Ratner in 2002 on his first screenplay, starting the 1st web series festival in the world in Los Angeles, why he is a fan of Congresswoman Maxine Waters and so much more. Rest in power Mike !

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The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) took out some time to chat with Pro Race Car Driver Nicole Lyons (@nicolelyonsnhra). The NHRA drag racer spoke on: owning a pro muscle car shop, the upcoming reality show with Marlon Wayans, racing 4500 horse power cars with parachutes, her entry into racing through her dad, why movie 2 Fast 2 Furious is a fraud, knowing the full mechanics of cars, what she says to drag racing critics, doing donuts at 7 yrs old, driving Dually Trucks home from elementary school, preparing to win the championship in Pomona this year, dealing with racism in the industry, writing poetry, being a black belt, the not so warm reception she received from Danica Patrick, what she would like to see happen for the sport of racing and more.

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The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) had a spirited conversation with artist Jennifer Cruté. Jenn took some time to inform us about: the creative inspiration for her work, navigating the commercial art world that wanted her to provide stereotypical images of women, designing images for children’s clothing, being a gangster in order to collect her money as a freelancer, making an effort to pitch images not seen in advertising, the wobbling black cake, the family 's reaction to the material she has put out, upcoming showcases/events to view her creations, and the comic series for adults "Jennifer's Journal The Life of a SubUrban Girl Vol.1" which come from actual journals illustrating a misfit’s upbringing in the suburbs of New Jersey and her daily interactions as an adult in New York City.

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The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) pulled up a chair, filled up some cups with Bustelo and spoke with artists/producers/filmmakers Corina Katt Ayala (@CorinaKattAyala) and Joaquin Maceo Rosa. Corina relayed stories on: growing up in the projects of the Bronx, starting in the business at 5 yrs old, coming up with legends like Brenda K Starr and Crazy Legs, how Madonna stole freestyle music, Billboard's creation of the dance chart to keep freestyle artists off the pop charts, what freestyle music is, the support of fans that keeps the music alive, Jennifer Lopez using her own people to further her own objectives, advice to young Latina girls, some of her grandma's favorite sayings, how Bernie Mack inspired her 1st monologue and making coffee from a sock. Joaquin talked about meeting Corina in a play that they were both in, modeling out of college, doing documentary film work, shooting Corina's story "Beyond the Billboard," making the pilot "Latin in America," what it means to be Latin in America, big challenges in putting the 2 projects together, the African presence in Latinos and the big denial of this, why artists need to take more self responsibility, the over sexualization of Latin women and much more.

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The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) took it to northern California with veteran Rappin 4-Tay (@rappin_4tay). 4-Tay was a little winded from being on the road but had enough stamina to speak on: what happens in the other side of San Francisco, meeting Tupac Shakur when he moved out to Oakland from the east coast, having love for east coast music, how the earth is his turf, coming up in the business with Too Short, selling CD's out of the trunk as a business model, his latest tour, advice to upcoming rappers, reading Alex Haley & Langston Hughes, being a father, making music at studios in hotel rooms in New York, meeting Michael Jackson at the MTV awards as he was going to pay his water bill, being a member of the brass ensemble (playing trumpet, French horn, tube, baritone horn) and more. For additional content check out http://www.thermalsoundwaves.com

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The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) welcomed back actor Jamie Hector to the show. The star of "The Wire", "Night Catches Us", "Heroes", "Max Payne", and "Blackout," brought us up to speed on: his non-profit organization "Moving Mountains Inc" which serves the youth by teaching them (acting, finance, proper nutrition), the influence Tomorrow's Future Theatre Co. had on his life, being a martial artist and instructor, how to use your down time wisely when not shooting a film, working with director Guillaume Canet, the play he performed for soldiers over in Germany, working with other acting greats (James Caan, Jeffrey Wright, Clive Owen,Domenick Lombardozzi), the upcoming celebrity paint ball competition with his co-stars from The Wire, why he started Moving Mountains, his upcoming films "Blood Ties" plus "Magic City" and how he prepared for a character who has PTSD (Post-traumatic stress disorder). We also learned why "his name is his name" and that he has a new hobby riding fiber optic Schwinn bikes. Jamie officially accepted our BMX challenge so stay tuned for the date when we go at it on the trails. To Find out more about showcases/activities of the kids from MM Inc. check: http://www.movingmountainsnyc.org

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The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) got veteran entertainer Paul Rodriguez to take some time out to discuss some important issues. As an actor and comedian Paul Rodriguez’s multi-faceted career includes starring roles and featured appearances in over 45 films and countless television series and comedy specials. Voted one of the most influential Hispanics in America and awarded the Ruben Salazar Award by The National Council of La Raza (NCLR), the largest national Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization in the United States. Paul was fervent in his speech about: his water conservation efforts in Fresno, being the first Latino comedian to get mainstream exposure, the pioneers that paved the way for him, his independent film “I’m not like that no more,” what’s really causing the friction between blacks & Latinos, the innovative ways to finance a film, why there are no German comics, what happened when he had a meeting with Arnold Schwartzenegger, the fights Latinos need to pick , the one thing he disagrees with Obama on, Hispanic representation on TV, how baseball is a new institution of slavery, the nanny syndrome, the effect of eminent domain & the building of Dodger stadium had on his family, and the importance of Mendez v. Westminster school district case that was the predecessor to Brown v. Board of Education.

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The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) continue with Part 2 of the accounts of Frank Alexander who was with Tupac Shakur for his last year on earth (1995-1996). Frank further elaborates on: whether Tupac really hated Notorious B.I.G, why he feels Suge Knight had something to do with Tupac's death and that a trained police officer was involved, who the FBI informant was that he worked with, what he does to protect his life after releasing all of this information, how Tupac helped him find his true calling, what he gains from the books, documentaries and other items he puts out on Tupac, did Tupac really sleep with Faith, and the fight that Tupac & Suge had before the Las Vegas trip.

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