TuneTheFork Podcast

Episode 70 welcomes super producer Terrel Wallace (Tall Black Guy). During the segment we discuss his early years growing up in Detroit, fatherhood, relationships, and the future of the Tall Black Guy sound.

http://tallblackguyproductions.com/

https://www.instagram.com/sirtallblackguy/

Episode 69 welcomes Sensai Rip of ForgottenKingzTV. During this episode, we discuss Rip's journey to building a successful media content platform, and what it takes to win. In addition we talk about the current state of hip hop, and the challenges within black culture.

Episode 68 welcomes married couple Joe, and Tiff Sampson. Joe and Tiff are parents (consultants) to 2 young women who have recently left home for college. During the segment, we discuss what it's been like raising daughters, the origins of their relationship, and how this new chapter as empty nesters is helping them rediscover each other, and themselves.

Episode 67 welcomes singer/songwriter Deborah Bond. As an entertainment industry veteran, Deborah shares how her perspective has shifted over the years, and the various ways in which her music reflects that journey. In addition, she talks about growing up in New Haven, Ct., and the family dynamics that have shaped the way she views the world, and everyone in it.

https://open.spotify.com/artist/6EVVguHrZvlLiHJgYCO02e?si=50cAsJFaT6qjYrllMKZXFw

https://music.apple.com/us/artist/deb%C3%B3rah-bond/14118092

https://www.instagram.com/borabond/

https://www.deborahbond.com/

To "cut someones water off" is an old saying that I remember hearing as a child. It states that you have chosen to end a relationship with someone (for whatever reason), therefore it is no more. In episode 66, we discuss the various ways in which men "end" relationships with their male friends, and if there's an opportunity to be more constructive in how we decide to part ways.

Episode 65 welcomes DC native, mother, lover of life, wife of 17 years, public speaker, and suicide survivor Kristina Gilchrist. During this episode we discuss the process of forgiveness, loving our younger selves, how we manage depression, and the importance of breaking free from the confinement associated with being identified as a victim. Kristina's love for life, and perspective of empowerment is a true example of what taking control of your destiny looks, sounds, and feels like. THANK YOU KRISTINA!

Episode 64 welcomes emcee, producer, creative, and overall dope human yU. During this episode we discuss, yU's path to finding his voice, relationships, love, parenting, mental health, and when the world can expect a new yU project.

Episode 63 welcomes New York born, and Detroit based Trans emcee Chantaneice (Father Venus). During our conversation we discuss the various boxes that society places on human beings, expanding our concept of what it means to be free, and the the ways in which Chantaneice has learned to fill the gaps of life that so many of us struggle with.

Episode 62 welcomes Zo!. He is a multi-instrumentalist, music producer, Musical Director of the Foreign Exchange, and devoted father. During this episode we discuss his baseball career, how he shifted full time to all things music, and the importance of hard work and discipline. As Zo! puts it, his career is a "Slow Burn", and he has no plans of stopping anytime soon. He's excited about the future, and continuing his collaboration efforts to make the good music he wants to hear.

Episode 61 welcomes Patricia Harris (AKA Momma TuneTheFork). During this segment, we turn the lens on the various other roles that Pat has played over the course of her life. Pat is not only a mother, but a substance abuse counselor, fair housing advocate, woman, recording artist, model, and proud recovering alcoholic with over 24 years of sobriety. She is also my hero. I love you Mom....and I love US!!