Patty Dukes's guest appearances

Patty Dukes

The Running for Real Podcast

Runners of NYC Podcast

GOLDTOGREEN PODCAST

Malcolm Gladwell

Emily Abbate

Lindsay Crouse

Mirna Valerio

Candice Huffine

Alison Desir

Becs Gentry

Darin Olien

Guy Winch

Brad Stulberg

Steve Magness

Dean Karnazes

Amelia Boone

Lauren Fleshman

Michael Gervais

OwlTail

“That's what Circa 95 represents. It's to just be yourself. And it's not only us, it's you, it's everybody that wants to be down with Circa 95.” Circa 95 was born when Patty and Reph were trying to figure out how to engage more with their community.  As Patty says, “our music is really about the people, it's really about where we come from.”  The name comes from the decade, which was the golden era of hip hop, and is also a play on the numbers.   “Because for us it is our 9 to 5 to do music, art, and culture. This is our lifestyle every day.  Everywhere we go, we are Circa 95. We want to make sure that young people don't all of a sudden have to put a suit and tie on and change who they are, that they are accepted for who they are wherever they walk into a room.” “We don’t want to leave this world with an empty backpack.” Society tells us that if we have a passion, we have to focus on it to the exclusion of our other interests.  Patty and Reph disagree.  “We don’t have to compartmentalize ourselves as human beings,” Patty says.  “We're all born with a backpack that's empty, but we want to fill it with the skills and the things that we love that carry us through our lives.” “We planted those seeds and now look, boom, it's like we have a full garden.” Running crews have played an important role in building community in city neighborhoods.  In New York, even when they couldn’t run together during the pandemic, members asked themselves, “How can we support each other? How can we continue building throughout the boroughs? And that's still going on to this day, we're still connecting with each other, we're still supporting each other, and we're showing up for each other.”  It took time, but the city is filled with running crews now.  “There’s a little Bolt in every neighborhood, Mo Farah everywhere, there’s a Sha’Carri in every block.” There’s so much untapped potential in many neighborhoods, and Patty and Reph want to help kids realize their talent.  “We want to get the kids off the block that's like chilling on the corner. Like those are the kids that we want running.”  They’ve succeeded; some of the kids who started running with them have gone on to complete marathons. “You know for Lena Horne to have lived there, Paul Robeson, you know what I mean? Running by those buildings where they would have come out of, it's like we are the artists now, but they were the artists of that time." Running enables you to see the spaces around you in a new light.  For Reph and Patty, it’s been a way to learn about landmarks that are important to them as people of color.  It’s a way to connect with your neighborhood’s history, and by extension, your own.    “Try to say ‘yes’ more to the things that you're scared of, try to say ‘yes’ more to the things that make you nervous, and get into those feelings and work them out and challenge them.” You have to be open to opportunities, willing to connect in different ways, and believe that you have everything that you need to succeed.   “Imagine that the world is conspiring to make everything happen that you want, right?  That the world is on your side, that you have everything in your disposal even though you might not think so.”  “Running reminds me every day that I'm in my own race, that I'm in my own pace and I do not have to chase anyone. I only have to chase me.” Comparing yourself to others is usually a recipe for failure.  As a runner, it can mean being injured when you push yourself too hard trying to keep up with someone else, or being angry with yourself for not being “fast enough” or “good enough.”  You have to let go of your ego, and remember that “they're just running their race and you have to run your own.” “We're trying to keep it real as much as possible and real with ourselves, real with the world around us, real with Tracksmith, with running communities.  It's all real and that's what we strive for, reality. The good, the bad, everything in between.” Resources: Circa 95's website Circa 95's Instagram Patty's Instagram Reph's Instagram Circa 95's Facebook  Thank you to Athletic Greens, goodr, and Picky Bars for sponsoring this episode.  Athletic Greens is a simple and easy way to get 75 vitamins, minerals, and whole food source ingredients to help my immune system be stronger and greater! It is so simple to make and it tastes good, as well.  Go here to get a FREE year supply of Liquid Vitamin D and five FREE travel packs with your subscription. I have been a fan of goodr for YEARS and I literally have their sunglasses all over my house. I recently had an episode with co-founder Stephen Lease where he talks about the true and real story behind his company and I appreciate him being honest with me about it. The design behind these sunglasses really takes into consideration look and comfort. They are 100% carbon neutral and a part of 1% for the Planet.   Go here for 15% off your order. I am thrilled to be sponsored by Picky Bars! I have had a few people from the Picky Bars company on the podcast and I am happy to say that their ideals are right in line with what Running for Real stands for. These bars are not only delicious but made of real food and are made for sport, imagine that…. They're gluten, soy, gmo, and dairy free, with even some vegan options.  Click here for 20% off AND you can also get an additional 20% off your order if you purchase a Picky Club membership. A membership entitles you to build your own Picky Club Box, delivered every month. Thanks for listening! We know there are so many podcasts you could be listening to, and we are honored you have chosen Running For Real.  If you appreciate the work that we do, here are a few things you can do to support us:  Take a screenshot of the episode, and share it with your friends, family, and community on social media, especially if you feel that the topic will resonate with them.  Be sure to tag us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram  If you are struggling through something a guest mentions, chances are others are too, and you will help them feel less alone.    Leave an honest review on iTunes or your favorite podcast player.  Your ratings and reviews will really help us grow and reach new people.    Not sure how to leave a review or subscribe?  You can find out here. "Thank you" to Patty and Reph. We look forward to hearing your thoughts on the show.

“That's what Circa 95 represents. It's to just be yourself. And it's not only us, it's you, it's everybody that wants to be down with Circa 95.” Circa 95 was born when Patty and Reph were trying to figure out how to engage more with their community.  As Patty says, “our music is really about the people, it's really about where we come from.”  The name comes from the decade, which was the golden era of hip hop, and is also a play on the numbers.   “Because for us it is our 9 to 5 to do music, art, and culture. This is our lifestyle every day.  Everywhere we go, we are Circa 95. We want to make sure that young people don't all of a sudden have to put a suit and tie on and change who they are, that they are accepted for who they are wherever they walk into a room.” “We don’t want to leave this world with an empty backpack.” Society tells us that if we have a passion, we have to focus on it to the exclusion of our other interests.  Patty and Reph disagree.  “We don’t have to compartmentalize ourselves as human beings,” Patty says.  “We're all born with a backpack that's empty, but we want to fill it with the skills and the things that we love that carry us through our lives.” “We planted those seeds and now look, boom, it's like we have a full garden.” Running crews have played an important role in building community in city neighborhoods.  In New York, even when they couldn’t run together during the pandemic, members asked themselves, “How can we support each other? How can we continue building throughout the boroughs? And that's still going on to this day, we're still connecting with each other, we're still supporting each other, and we're showing up for each other.”  It took time, but the city is filled with running crews now.  “There’s a little Bolt in every neighborhood, Mo Farah everywhere, there’s a Sha’Carri in every block.” There’s so much untapped potential in many neighborhoods, and Patty and Reph want to help kids realize their talent.  “We want to get the kids off the block that's like chilling on the corner. Like those are the kids that we want running.”  They’ve succeeded; some of the kids who started running with them have gone on to complete marathons. “You know for Lena Horne to have lived there, Paul Robeson, you know what I mean? Running by those buildings where they would have come out of, it's like we are the artists now, but they were the artists of that time." Running enables you to see the spaces around you in a new light.  For Reph and Patty, it’s been a way to learn about landmarks that are important to them as people of color.  It’s a way to connect with your neighborhood’s history, and by extension, your own.    “Try to say ‘yes’ more to the things that you're scared of, try to say ‘yes’ more to the things that make you nervous, and get into those feelings and work them out and challenge them.” You have to be open to opportunities, willing to connect in different ways, and believe that you have everything that you need to succeed.   “Imagine that the world is conspiring to make everything happen that you want, right?  That the world is on your side, that you have everything in your disposal even though you might not think so.”  “Running reminds me every day that I'm in my own race, that I'm in my own pace and I do not have to chase anyone. I only have to chase me.” Comparing yourself to others is usually a recipe for failure.  As a runner, it can mean being injured when you push yourself too hard trying to keep up with someone else, or being angry with yourself for not being “fast enough” or “good enough.”  You have to let go of your ego, and remember that “they're just running their race and you have to run your own.” “We're trying to keep it real as much as possible and real with ourselves, real with the world around us, real with Tracksmith, with running communities.  It's all real and that's what we strive for, reality. The good, the bad, everything in between.” Resources: <a href="https://www.circa95.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Circa 95's website</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/circa95/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Circa 95's Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pattydukes/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Patty's Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rephstar/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Reph's Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/circa95" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Circa 95's Facebook</a> Thank you to Athletic Greens, goodr, and Picky Bars for sponsoring this episode. Athletic Greens is a simple and easy way to get 75 vitamins, minerals, and whole food source ingredients to help my immune system be stronger and greater! It is so simple to make and it tastes good, as well.  Go <a href="http://athleticgreens.com/tina" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> to get a FREE year supply of Liquid Vitamin D and five FREE travel packs with your subscription. I have been a fan of goodr for YEARS and I literally have their sunglasses all over my house. I recently had an episode with co-founder <a href="https://tinamuir.com/stephen-lease/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stephen Lease</a> where he talks about the true and real story behind his company and I appreciate him being honest with me about it. The design behind these sunglasses really takes into consideration look and comfort. They are 100% carbon neutral and a part of 1% for the Planet.   Go <a href="http://goodr.com/tina" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> for 15% off your order. I am thrilled to be sponsored by Picky Bars! I have had a few people from the Picky Bars company on the podcast and I am happy to say that their ideals are right in line with what Running for Real stands for. These bars are not only delicious but made of real food and are made for sport, imagine that…. They're gluten, soy, gmo, and dairy free, with even some vegan options.  Click <a href="http://pickybars.com/tina" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> for 20% off AND you can also get an additional 20% off your order if you purchase a Picky Club membership. A membership entitles you to build your own Picky Club Box, delivered every month. Thanks for listening! We know there are so many podcasts you could be listening to, and we are honored you have chosen Running For Real.  If you appreciate the work that we do, here are a few things you can do to support us: <ul> <li>Take a screenshot of the episode, and share it with your friends, family, and community on social media, especially if you feel that the topic will resonate with them.  Be sure to tag us on <a href="https://twitter.com/tinamuir" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/runningforreal" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="http://instagram.com/tinamuir88" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <ul> <li>If you are struggling through something a guest mentions, chances are others are too, and you will help them feel less alone.</li> </ul> </li> <li> Leave an honest <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/running-for-real-podcast-celebrating-runner-highs-embracing/id1225735334" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">review on iTunes</a> or your favorite podcast player. <ul> <li>Your ratings and reviews will really help us grow and reach new people.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> Not sure how to leave a review or subscribe?  <a href="http://tinamuir.com/subscribe" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">You can find out here.</a> "Thank you" to Patty and Reph. We look forward to hearing your thoughts on the show.

Patty Dukes and Reph Star: The World Is Conspiring To Make Everything Happen That You Want - R4R 263

“I come from the South Bronx. I had to leave the Bronx to have access to these things. I had to go downtown to take arts classes, writing, theater and poetry classes. What did I do it? I brought all that shit back Uptown so that everyone had access to that and it wasn’t just me. I felt horrible to be in these spaces that I knew would never accept me if I was with my homies from the block. They would never allow me. It was important for me to be the conduit or in the middle and maneuver through these spaces to see what I can do so I could bring it back." – Patty “There’s a lot of dope things in the hood. We’re trying to empower people to celebrate the dope things. It’s not always about getting away and getting other resources from outside of the hood. That’s super important but it’s also about celebrating the things that are dope in the hood, why we should stay in the hood and foster it...While you’re going out and getting resources from other places and seeing the world, you’re also celebrating your people and the world that you’re in while uplifting those narratives that are from the block." – Reph This episode has no shortage of hype and energy as we’re joined by Amilcar Alfaro-Martell (Reph) and Patricia Marte (Patty Dukes), who started Circa '95. They’re a hip hop music collective with Afro-Latino roots that actually started off as a podcast back in the day. Their work looks to mesh the best of music, art, culture and athletics through running. They’ve performed at Carnegie Hall, SXSW and even at the Smithsonian Museum. Reph and Patty grew up in Washington Heights and the Bronx and when they’re not hosting their own runs they can be found running with We Run Uptown. (If you want the story behind that group’s origins check out one of our earliest episodes with Hector Espinal.) We kicked off the new year with them because it was recently announced they were among six winners of the Tracksmith Fellowship and look to create a Hip-Hop music project “born at the intersection of arts, athletics, and social justice.” We touch on that, the importance of celebrating and cultivating talent in the community, the connection between hip hop and the urban running scene and much more. Follow Circa '95: @circa95 | https://www.circa95.com/ Follow Reph: @RephStar Follow Patty Dukes: @Pattydukes This is Runners of NYC. A biweekly podcast from CITIUS MAG. Hosts Leigh Anne Sharek and Chris Chavez look to bring you many of the untold stories behind luminaries and legends that make up New York City’s running culture. You can catch the latest episode of the podcast on iTunes so subscribe and leave a five-star review. We are also on Spotify! MERCH NOW AVAILABLE HERE Follow us on Instagram and Twitter.

“I come from the South Bronx. I had to leave the Bronx to have access to these things. I had to go downtown to take arts classes, writing, theater and poetry classes. What did I do it? I brought all that shit back Uptown so that everyone had access to that and it wasn’t just me. I felt horrible to be in these spaces that I knew would never accept me if I was with my homies from the block. They would never allow me. It was important for me to be the conduit or in the middle and maneuver through these spaces to see what I can do so I could bring it back." – Patty “There’s a lot of dope things in the hood. We’re trying to empower people to celebrate the dope things. It’s not always about getting away and getting other resources from outside of the hood. That’s super important but it’s also about celebrating the things that are dope in the hood, why we should stay in the hood and foster it...While you’re going out and getting resources from other places and seeing the world, you’re also celebrating your people and the world that you’re in while uplifting those narratives that are from the block." – Reph This episode has no shortage of hype and energy as we’re joined by Amilcar Alfaro-Martell (Reph) and Patricia Marte (Patty Dukes), who started Circa '95. They’re a hip hop music collective with Afro-Latino roots that actually started off as a podcast back in the day. Their work looks to mesh the best of music, art, culture and athletics through running. They’ve performed at Carnegie Hall, SXSW and even at the Smithsonian Museum. Reph and Patty grew up in Washington Heights and the Bronx and when they’re not hosting their own runs they can be found running with We Run Uptown. <a href="http://citiusmag.com/podcast/runners-of-nyc-podcast-hector-espinal-we-run-uptown/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">(If you want the story behind that group’s origins check out one of our earliest episodes with Hector Espinal.</a>) We kicked off the new year with them because it was <a href="https://www.tracksmith.com/pages/tracksmith-fellowship-program" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">recently announced they were among six winners of the Tracksmith Fellowship</a> and look to create a Hip-Hop music project “born at the intersection of arts, athletics, and social justice.” We touch on that, the importance of celebrating and cultivating talent in the community, the connection between hip hop and the urban running scene and much more. Follow Circa '95: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/circa95/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@circa95</a> | <a href="https://www.circa95.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.circa95.com/</a> Follow Reph: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/RephStar/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@RephStar</a> Follow Patty Dukes: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/Pattydukes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">@Pattydukes</a> This is Runners of NYC. A biweekly podcast from CITIUS MAG. Hosts Leigh Anne Sharek and Chris Chavez look to bring you many of the untold stories behind luminaries and legends that make up New York City’s running culture. You can catch the latest episode of the <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/runners-of-nyc/id1438435120?mt=2" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">podcast on iTunes so subscribe and leave a five-star review</a>. We are also on <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/4DD2jtIBEcyVohfiimggvM" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Spotify</a>! <a href="https://www.bonfire.com/runners-of-nyc-podcast/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">MERCH NOW AVAILABLE HERE</a> Follow us on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/runnersofnyc/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and <a href="http://twitter.com/runnersofnyc" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Twitter</a>.

Episode 50 – Patty Dukes and Reph of Circa '95 Athletics

In the fifth episode of the podcast, I sit down with Patty Dukes and Reph Star from CIRCA95.We talk about their family history and upbringing in New York, marathon running and running crews, culture, hiphop, Bob Marley, their work with schools and the community, the Boston Marathon, and so much more. One of my favourite quotes from this episode:‘It’s like when you give back and it comes back to you, that’s just amazing. At the end of the day, (the music, the art, the running) it’s not for us, it’s for the community, the more people open up and start their own projects, the more we see the love that we started… that seed is growing and that seed is going to other places, it’s never been about us, it’s never been about money, it’s about the people, its about love, ’ — PattyClick here to listen on iTunes.Follow Patty and Reph, as well as CIRCA95 on Instagram.Thank you to Canal Street Market and Listening Party Presents for hosting, and Arthaya for the artwork.Sign up here for the monthly / bi-monthly GOLDTOGREEN letter.Subscribe, share and reach out for any ideas and comments. Thank you so much for listening friends!!xxHuyen This picture was taken inside Canal Street Radio in April 2019.

In the fifth episode of the podcast, I sit down with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pattydukes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patty Dukes</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rephstar/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reph Star</a> from <a href="https://www.instagram.com/circa95/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CIRCA95</a>.We talk about their family history and upbringing in New York, marathon running and running crews, culture, hiphop, Bob Marley, their work with schools and the community, the Boston Marathon, and so much more. One of my favourite quotes from this episode:<blockquote>‘It’s like when you give back and it comes back to you, that’s just amazing. At the end of the day, (the music, the art, the running) it’s not for us, it’s for the community, the more people open up and start their own projects, the more we see the love that we started… that seed is growing and that seed is going to other places, it’s never been about us, it’s never been about money, it’s about the people, its about love, ’ — Patty</blockquote>Click <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/de/podcast/goldtogreen-podcast/id1440331213?l=en&amp;mt=2" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> to listen on iTunes.Follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pattydukes/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Patty</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rephstar/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Reph</a>, as well as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/circa95/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CIRCA95</a> on Instagram.Thank you to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/canalstreetmarket/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Canal Street Market</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/listeningpartypresents/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Listening Party Presents</a> for hosting, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/acnoot/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Arthaya</a> for the artwork.Sign up <a href="http://www.goldtogreenmagazine.com/subscribe-1/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> for the monthly / bi-monthly GOLDTOGREEN letter.Subscribe, share and reach out for any ideas and comments. Thank you so much for listening friends!!xxHuyen This picture was taken inside Canal Street Radio in April 2019.

EP #5 - In conversation with Artists + Athletes Patty Dukes and Reph Star from Circa95