In our first Live Podcast, the crew aimed to create an open, safe space for the community to address the Surviving R. Kelly series, its implications on a larger scale, and how we can heal together. Featuring @t.williamscounselingservices and @therapywithash, Licensed Therapists with additional resources to help the community come together, learn and heal.

Hosts: @JayeSweets, @GreenDiggidy and @TrapMoneyFreshy

Discussion:

* Seeing Something, Saying Nothing

* Young Ladies and Adult Males

* Parent/Child Communication and Relationships

* The Blame Game

* Separating Artistry From Person

* Increase In Interest In R. Kelly?

* Song Lyrics and Messages. 90s and Current

* Selling Sex to Kids

* Control and Brainwashing

* Victim Shaming? Victim Blaming?

* Common In Black Community? All communities?

* “Surviving Lies” with R. Kelly?

* Elevation of Broken People .Celebrities

* Courts and Investigations

* Sexual Assault Lines Surge

* Difficulties In Speaking Up

* Current Persona and Public Appearances

* Help for R. Kelly?

S/O to Vegans, the queen @elartison AKA Elle Artison stopped through to rap with @GreenDiggidy and @TrapMoneyFreshy on eating well, being healthy and her journey to being Vegan and its health benefits. Clean your body and soul with this word on @UpscaleIG. The crew also discusses the NFL playoffs, LeBron as GOAT and Bad Boys 3.

Host: https://www.instagram.com/trapmoneyfreshy

Host: https://www.instagram.com/greendiggidy

Guest: https://www.instagram.com/elartison

Show: https://www.instagram.com/upscaleig

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@callherhelen came through to chop it up with @trapmoneyfreshy about her career, drive and life on the road as a professional dancer. From Chris Brown to Ciara and now Major Lazer, Helen Gedlu has traveled the world doing what she loves. Hear pieces of her story inside. And of course, with it being Upscale Ignorance, we touch on Surviving R. Kelly, Travis Scott, Lebron as GOAT, Coachella, Kevin Hart and more.

Host: https://www.instagram.com/trapmoneyfreshy

Guest: https://www.instagram.com/callherhelen

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Chillin with the folks at @AfricatownSea, the @UpscaleIG team share some fond memories of the Central District, nothing more, nothing less. Join the conversation…check out @UpscaleIG on Facebook and Instagram and share your love for the CD!

Hosts: @GreenDiggidy, @TrapMoneyFreshy and @JayeSweets

Guests: @Wykingrmc and @TraeHoliday of www.africatownseattle.com

@UpscaleIG caught up with the dope folks at @AfricatownSea to talk about the incredible work they’ve done to restore and continue the beautiful, vibrant and strong community that is the Central District. Walking through the issues of gentrification, overcoming and building toward a better future for the black community, Africa town is doing the work to rebuild the culture, black business and create a sense of community in a place WE called HOME! Hear that and plenty more as the crew show the CD love.

Be sure to check out the many works and resources at Africa town:

www.africatownseattle.com

Text “HOME” to (206) 309-6324 for more information on housing, business and health resources.

Upscale Ignorance Podcast Featuring

@TrapMoneyFreshy

@GreenDiggidy

@JayeSweets

@Wykingrmc

@TraeHoliday

Whatup @UpscaleIG fam, word is someone else (ahem…Jacquees) jumped off the ledge and proclaimed themselves the king of something, this time the King of Rnb (of this generation). The squad weighs in to see if the Maury test determines that to be a lie. Also weigh in on some greatness all-time in Rnb. We want to hear from you as well. @JayeSweets, @GreenDiggidy and @TrapMoneyFreshy if you got somethin’ to say! #QFTC

The crew take on the discussion of “Independent Women” and whether or not that’s a good thing. in the week’s discussion, many have weighed in on whether a man who avoids an independent woman simply wants control vs being a provider and natural giver. @JayeSweets, @GreenDiggidy and @TrapMoneyFreshy also touch on Kevin Hart, the Grammys, Black Girl Magic, Content Creators, NBA Madness, Meek Milly and more.

Be sure to peep @UpscaleIG on all social media and join the conversation. #UpscaleIG

With all the heaviness in the world today, the @UpscaleIG crew decide to lighten it up a bit and have themselves a game night. Throwback Cartoons, Would You Rather, What Would You Do and more…nothing’s off limits for @JayeSweets, @TrapMoneyFreshy and @GreenDiggidy.

@UpscaleIG discusses the top 5 Style Icons of this generation. Some folks are stylish, others are change the culture. Some are trendy, some are trendsetters. @TrapMoneyFreshy, @JayeSweets and @GreenDiggidy discuss who they are for them. Hit @upscaleIG, let us know who are the icons of YOUR generation!

Hear LaFleshe Broussard (@sheizdope) discuss life as a single mother and business owner. Oh, and by the way, she’s got QUADRUPLETS. Hear how this mom of 5 deals while staying wavy. Plus, @JayeSweets talks Michelle Obama and Jill Scott while @TrapMoneyFreshy and @GreenDiggidy hit the NBA and NFL craziness. Gobble Gobble!