Funny story, Too $hort was scheduled to be the very first guest on Day 1 Radio podcast nearly 8 years ago. Although we did do a live interview with the legendary artist at A3C in the past, this is $hort’s first official appearance on the pod. Another classic in the books. Subscribe, Rate, Review! 1:30 - $hort is celebrating his birthday and he explains why he doesn't celebrate it as just a day, but as a season. 2:40 - $hort explains how the super group Mt. Westmore with him Ice Cube, E-40 and Snoop Dogg came to be. He says that they've always done shows together as separate entities, but this allows them to be a stronger unit. He also states his case for being the opener of the show. 6:25 - $hort talks about his history and musical relationship with the late Shock G of Digital Underground and how they were friends before making music together. 9:00 - Too Short came from a family of college graduates and even played instruments himself in high school. He shares a story about how one of his only regrets in life is giving up his school band aspirations. 15:45 - $hort speaks on being in the game for almost 40 years. He also talks about the reception to his retirement album "The Pimp Tape" and the blessing of Hip-Hop putting him in a position to exactly what he wants in his life and career. 19:30 - Branden runs down a list of legendary Oakland names and gets Short to share memories about them with us.  24:15 - Maurice gets $hort to talk about relocating Atlanta in the early 90s and what the Hip Hop music scene was like back then. Like so many other people, he came for Freaknik and never left. He also talks about how he first met Lil Jon and how their musical relationship started. 30:40 - $hort breaks down how he and Lil Jon made two of his biggest hits, "Shake That Monkey" and "Blow The Whistle." 35:00 - $hort talks about how he was banned from radio and TV for explicit lyrics back in the day, but now explicit are the norm. Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Funny story, Too $hort was scheduled to be the very first guest on Day 1 Radio podcast nearly 8 years ago. Although we did do a live interview with the legendary artist at A3C in the past, this is $hort’s first official appearance on the pod. Another classic in the books. Subscribe, Rate, Review! 1:30 - $hort is celebrating his birthday and he explains why he doesn't celebrate it as just a day, but as a season. 2:40 - $hort explains how the super group Mt. Westmore with him Ice Cube, E-40 and Snoop Dogg came to be. He says that they've always done shows together as separate entities, but this allows them to be a stronger unit. He also states his case for being the opener of the show. 6:25 - $hort talks about his history and musical relationship with the late Shock G of Digital Underground and how they were friends before making music together. 9:00 - Too Short came from a family of college graduates and even played instruments himself in high school. He shares a story about how one of his only regrets in life is giving up his school band aspirations. 15:45 - $hort speaks on being in the game for almost 40 years. He also talks about the reception to his retirement album "The Pimp Tape" and the blessing of Hip-Hop putting him in a position to exactly what he wants in his life and career. 19:30 - Branden runs down a list of legendary Oakland names and gets Short to share memories about them with us.  24:15 - Maurice gets $hort to talk about relocating Atlanta in the early 90s and what the Hip Hop music scene was like back then. Like so many other people, he came for Freaknik and never left. He also talks about how he first met Lil Jon and how their musical relationship started. 30:40 - $hort breaks down how he and Lil Jon made two of his biggest hits, "Shake That Monkey" and "Blow The Whistle." 35:00 - $hort talks about how he was banned from radio and TV for explicit lyrics back in the day, but now explicit are the norm. Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Too Short talks Mt. Westmore, Shock G and Longevity

On the latest Day 1 Radio pod, Maurice and BP dig into the topics that our culture has been dealing with over the past few days.    1:50 - We open the show with a topic we've talked about too many times over the years, police killing unarmed Black people. In a fit of unfortunate irony, Daunte Wright was killed by a police officer in a town just 10 minutes away from where George Floyd was killed last year, during the Derek Chauvin trial. Here we talk about dealing with the trauma of seeing this and debate whether or not videos of these killings should be banned from being posted on social media.   9:15 - Another repeat here as we again ask why families of police killing victims hire Ben Crump everytime. We also talk about how families "forgiving" the police may not help anything. Then we address the need for a federal database that keeps track of murderous, aggressive cops after they resign or get fired.   28:50 - We couldn't record without speaking on the passing of Hip Hop icon DMX. Here we shared our favorite moments and the times we got to see him in person.  Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

On the latest Day 1 Radio pod, Maurice and BP dig into the topics that our culture has been dealing with over the past few days.    1:50 - We open the show with a topic we've talked about too many times over the years, police killing unarmed Black people. In a fit of unfortunate irony, Daunte Wright was killed by a police officer in a town just 10 minutes away from where George Floyd was killed last year, during the Derek Chauvin trial. Here we talk about dealing with the trauma of seeing this and debate whether or not videos of these killings should be banned from being posted on social media.   9:15 - Another repeat here as we again ask why families of police killing victims hire Ben Crump everytime. We also talk about how families "forgiving" the police may not help anything. Then we address the need for a federal database that keeps track of murderous, aggressive cops after they resign or get fired.   28:50 - We couldn't record without speaking on the passing of Hip Hop icon DMX. Here we shared our favorite moments and the times we got to see him in person. Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

#justiceforDaunteWright

This weeks' guests Cardo and Payroll Giovanni have been making dope music for a few years now and it doesn't sound like they are slowing down anytime soon. Here we talk with them about how they met, their chemistry and how they've been able to mesh their individual styles together so seamlessly.  1:00 - Cardo is originally from Minnesota and moved to DFW. Payroll is from Detroit. So, we had to ask how these two even met and started making music. Ironically, their incredible chemistry was from working together in Atlanta on a halted super group album with Jeezy and YG. Cardo and Payroll remind a lot of listeners of the Bay Area's "mob music" sound. They both speak on how the style influences their music.  10:00 - Payroll and Cardo talk about how their chemistry hasn't been impacted too severely by not being able to work together in the studio during COVID. They reveal how even though email has become their primary mode of communication, the magic is still there. 15:15 - Payroll will be starring in a film about Detroit icons Chedda Boyz. He clarifies that the film he is in focusing on the street crew, not the rap iteration that many are familiar with. 17:20 - Detroit Hip-Hop is starting to be recognized to the point that other regions are actually starting to borrow some of their slang, style and fashion. Payroll speaks on how crazy it is to see it happening. 19:40 - Cardo explains the origins of 2020's Game Related album that featured Payroll, Larry June and Kid HBK. While it was well-received by fans, the album happened to drop the same day as Kobe Bryant's death and days before the world stopped because of COVID. 23:00 - Cardo has produced megahits for the likes of Drake and Travis Scott, but he has also created cult classics with people like Payroll, Curren$y and others. Here we ask him if he ever tries to get artists on their level to rap on some of his more "underground" type beats.  28:15 - Payroll speaks on his upcoming tour with Oakland rapper Philthy Rich and how it feels going back on the road as things are opening back up. We also get them to speak on new music they are working on. Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

This weeks' guests Cardo and Payroll Giovanni have been making dope music for a few years now and it doesn't sound like they are slowing down anytime soon. Here we talk with them about how they met, their chemistry and how they've been able to mesh their individual styles together so seamlessly.  1:00 - Cardo is originally from Minnesota and moved to DFW. Payroll is from Detroit. So, we had to ask how these two even met and started making music. Ironically, their incredible chemistry was from working together in Atlanta on a halted super group album with Jeezy and YG. Cardo and Payroll remind a lot of listeners of the Bay Area's "mob music" sound. They both speak on how the style influences their music.  10:00 - Payroll and Cardo talk about how their chemistry hasn't been impacted too severely by not being able to work together in the studio during COVID. They reveal how even though email has become their primary mode of communication, the magic is still there. 15:15 - Payroll will be starring in a film about Detroit icons Chedda Boyz. He clarifies that the film he is in focusing on the street crew, not the rap iteration that many are familiar with. 17:20 - Detroit Hip-Hop is starting to be recognized to the point that other regions are actually starting to borrow some of their slang, style and fashion. Payroll speaks on how crazy it is to see it happening. 19:40 - Cardo explains the origins of 2020's Game Related album that featured Payroll, Larry June and Kid HBK. While it was well-received by fans, the album happened to drop the same day as Kobe Bryant's death and days before the world stopped because of COVID. 23:00 - Cardo has produced megahits for the likes of Drake and Travis Scott, but he has also created cult classics with people like Payroll, Curren$y and others. Here we ask him if he ever tries to get artists on their level to rap on some of his more "underground" type beats.  28:15 - Payroll speaks on his upcoming tour with Oakland rapper Philthy Rich and how it feels going back on the road as things are opening back up. We also get them to speak on new music they are working on. Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Big Bossin' w/ Cardo and Payroll Giovanni 

Al Harrington

This week we talked with former NBA player and current cannabis industry innovator Al Harrington. While many know him from his days as a hooper, this conversation focuses on his endeavors in the cannabis industry as the founder of VIOLA. Listen in as he shares his journey in this business why he views it as an opportunity for Black people and people of color to create generational wealth. 2:00 - Al shares the remarkable story about how his grandmother inspired him to start his company VIOLA and how the company is actually a platform for more people of color to get into the legal cannabis industry. He also explains the challenging, expensive process of how he actually got into the business. Al then talks about the different ways people can enter the game outside of being an actual cannabis grower. 8:00 - Al talks about the business incubator he has started to create 10,000 entrepreneurs in the cannabis space. He then talks about people still having "PTSD" in dealing with marijuana and their hesitance to enter the business. He also talks about how he feels generational wealth is on the line when dealing with cannabis and offers his thoughts on if and when marijuana will become legal federally. 17:30 - Al talks about how minorities need to bring their resources together to make an impact in the business and feels that celebrities should shift their approach to entering the space as well. 22:30 - Al clears up the intention and operation of the 100 millionaires concept behind his VIOLA CARES initiative. He also brings attention to how MSOs (multi state operators) find loopholes to get licenses in different states.  24:30 - Al speaks on the importance of reentry programs for people who have been locked up behind weed charges and putting them through cannabis curriculums to get back on their feet legally. He also speaks on how he doesn't just view VIOLA as a money maker but as a community builder. 30:20 - Al gives some advice on how to educate yourself on how the business goes and how to get started in it.  32:00 - Al talks about how he feels about professional sports leagues finally being open to taking marijuana off the banned substances list. And of course, lifelong Golden State Warriors fan gets Al to reflect on the 2006-07 "We Believe" Warriors team that Al was on and their legendary playoff run. Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

This week we talked with former NBA player and current cannabis industry innovator <a href="https://www.instagram.com/alharrington3/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Al Harrington</a>. While many know him from his days as a hooper, this conversation focuses on his endeavors in the cannabis industry as the founder of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/viola/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">VIOLA</a>. Listen in as he shares his journey in this business why he views it as an opportunity for Black people and people of color to create generational wealth. 2:00 - Al shares the remarkable story about how his grandmother inspired him to start his company VIOLA and how the company is actually a platform for more people of color to get into the legal cannabis industry. He also explains the challenging, expensive process of how he actually got into the business. Al then talks about the different ways people can enter the game outside of being an actual cannabis grower. 8:00 - Al talks about the business incubator he has started to create 10,000 entrepreneurs in the cannabis space. He then talks about people still having "PTSD" in dealing with marijuana and their hesitance to enter the business. He also talks about how he feels generational wealth is on the line when dealing with cannabis and offers his thoughts on if and when marijuana will become legal federally. 17:30 - Al talks about how minorities need to bring their resources together to make an impact in the business and feels that celebrities should shift their approach to entering the space as well. 22:30 - Al clears up the intention and operation of the 100 millionaires concept behind his VIOLA CARES initiative. He also brings attention to how MSOs (multi state operators) find loopholes to get licenses in different states.  24:30 - Al speaks on the importance of reentry programs for people who have been locked up behind weed charges and putting them through cannabis curriculums to get back on their feet legally. He also speaks on how he doesn't just view VIOLA as a money maker but as a community builder. 30:20 - Al gives some advice on how to educate yourself on how the business goes and how to get started in it.  32:00 - Al talks about how he feels about professional sports leagues finally being open to taking marijuana off the banned substances list. And of course, lifelong Golden State Warriors fan gets Al to reflect on the 2006-07 "We Believe" Warriors team that Al was on and their legendary playoff run. Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Al Harrington talks Cannabis, Generational Wealth and NBA

This week we caught up with award-winning journalist and university professor Christopher A. Daniel to have a candid talk about the upcoming Grammy Awards. In addition to writing for the Grammy’s, Chris’ byline has also appeared on CBS News, The Washington Post, MSN, The Undefeated and more. We also took some time talking about the current state of Hip-Hop and Black journalism and the somewhat muted response to Drake's new music. 9:30 - With the Grammy Awards coming up, we each offer our takes on this year's nominees in the Rap music categories.  27:40 - The three of us take a moment to talk about the new music Drake is dropping and how the reaction has been tepid compared to prior year.  32:00 - Chris and Branden speak on some of the nominated music that they didn't expect to see or that people slept on this past year. We also spoke on the new Silk Sonic (Anderson.Paak and Bruno Mars) music and hopes for a tour.  38:00 - With each of us being journalists and writers, we have a discussion on the state of Black-centered journalism and media outlets.  Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

This week we caught up with award-winning journalist and university professor Christopher A. Daniel to have a candid talk about the upcoming Grammy Awards. In addition to writing for the Grammy’s, Chris’ byline has also appeared on CBS News, The Washington Post, MSN, The Undefeated and more. We also took some time talking about the current state of Hip-Hop and Black journalism and the somewhat muted response to Drake's new music. 9:30 - With the Grammy Awards coming up, we each offer our takes on this year's nominees in the Rap music categories.  27:40 - The three of us take a moment to talk about the new music Drake is dropping and how the reaction has been tepid compared to prior year.  32:00 - Chris and Branden speak on some of the nominated music that they didn't expect to see or that people slept on this past year. We also spoke on the new Silk Sonic (Anderson.Paak and Bruno Mars) music and hopes for a tour.  38:00 - With each of us being journalists and writers, we have a discussion on the state of Black-centered journalism and media outlets.  Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Grammy Talk with Award-Winning Journalist Christopher A. Daniel

This week's guest Dustin Canalin is the creative force behind some of our favorite and most meaningful sneaker and streetwear designs and logos. With a resume that includes adidas, Nike, And 1, Undrcrwn and more, he is now using his talents to launch new campaigns and product lines with L.A. Gear and Puma. Here we talk about a small part of his journey so far and what it has been like navigating the creative space over the last 12 months.  3:30 - Dustin talks about adjusting to the realities of COVID as a creative, especially in the design field. He speaks on how working from home is not new to him and how he's pivoting to designing more casual items now that so many of us are at home a lot more.  7:00 - Dustin is the lead designer for PUMA's new "Black Fives" campaign celebrating the first wave of all-Black professional basketball teams. Here he talks about how the collection came together and its significance. He also talks about he specializes in telling stories through products and if brands are always open to the ideas.  17:30 - Dustin is one of the designers getting LA Gear and Payless back in the spotlight. Here he talks about his intentions behind working with the two brands. 23:30 - Dustin speaks on how designers are now considered "cool" and more high-profile. He credits it to people being more interested in wanting to know who and what they are supporting. 26:47 - Dustin speaks on his experience being on the design team for the NBA's City Edition jerseys, specifically the Golden State Warriors' "The Town" jerseys. 36:00 - Dustin talks about launching his new brand Trophy Hunting and explaining the soul and inspiration behind it.  41:40 - Here we try to unpack the current NFT phenomenon. We are still trying to figure it out too. We also speak on some of the technology coming out that is poised to shake up the art and fashion worlds. Key takeaway: "Technology is your friend when you stay on top of it." 46:00 - Dustin talks about how he developed his prolific drawing style and how a visit to the Charles Schultz (Peanuts) museum inspired how he works and creates. We also talk about some of his favorite sneakers that he designed and his thoughts on "knock offs" now becoming cool. Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

This week's guest Dustin Canalin is the creative force behind some of our favorite and most meaningful sneaker and streetwear designs and logos. With a resume that includes adidas, Nike, And 1, Undrcrwn and more, he is now using his talents to launch new campaigns and product lines with L.A. Gear and Puma. Here we talk about a small part of his journey so far and what it has been like navigating the creative space over the last 12 months.  3:30 - Dustin talks about adjusting to the realities of COVID as a creative, especially in the design field. He speaks on how working from home is not new to him and how he's pivoting to designing more casual items now that so many of us are at home a lot more.  7:00 - Dustin is the lead designer for PUMA's new "Black Fives" campaign celebrating the first wave of all-Black professional basketball teams. Here he talks about how the collection came together and its significance. He also talks about he specializes in telling stories through products and if brands are always open to the ideas.  17:30 - Dustin is one of the designers getting LA Gear and Payless back in the spotlight. Here he talks about his intentions behind working with the two brands. 23:30 - Dustin speaks on how designers are now considered "cool" and more high-profile. He credits it to people being more interested in wanting to know who and what they are supporting. 26:47 - Dustin speaks on his experience being on the design team for the NBA's City Edition jerseys, specifically the Golden State Warriors' "The Town" jerseys. 36:00 - Dustin talks about launching his new brand Trophy Hunting and explaining the soul and inspiration behind it.  41:40 - Here we try to unpack the current NFT phenomenon. We are still trying to figure it out too. We also speak on some of the technology coming out that is poised to shake up the art and fashion worlds. Key takeaway: "Technology is your friend when you stay on top of it." 46:00 - Dustin talks about how he developed his prolific drawing style and how a visit to the Charles Schultz (Peanuts) museum inspired how he works and creates. We also talk about some of his favorite sneakers that he designed and his thoughts on "knock offs" now becoming cool. Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Dustin Canalin talks Design, NBA and NFT

After starting the year with interviews focusing on film history, this week are talking about present and future music. Seddy Hendrinx is the latest signee to Generation Now (Lil Uzi Vert, Jack Harlow) and he is poised to have a good run. Here we talk to him about growing up in Jacksonville, Florida, developing his musical style and of course the struggling football franchise in his city. 3:00 - Seddy is perhaps the first rapper from Jacksonville to break out nationally. Here he talks about how much talent is in "Duuuuval" and how he aims to give more than the "shoot em up bang bang" that many rappers from there come out with. 5:30 - He talks about his upbringing in Jacksonville and how his mother is the one who introduced him to music as a form of therapy. He also reveals how Kendrick Lamar Good Kid, Maad City is the album that inspired his style and content when he decided to start a rap career.  11:00 - Seddy talks about the moment he realized that he wasn't the only one going through tough times and how his music started to resonate with other people, even if it was just one person. He also speaks on staying true to himself and not hopping on trends and waves to get on. He also speaks on cutting back on using autotune on his voice. 15:30 - Seddy is signed to DJ Drama and Don Cannon's Generation Now label. Here he speaks on how he landed in Atlanta, sneaking into their Mean Streets Studios building and working his way up from there. He also gets into being such a prolific artist, dropping a new project every year since he's come out. 20:00 - Seddy also has his own company Florida Boy that he started with his uncle and talks about why he still decided to sign with another label. He also keeps it real about how the culture of support in Jacksonville's music scene. 23:30 - Seddy's breakout song "Lowkey" is currently at 10 million views on YouTube. He talks about how the song came about, how he knew it was a hit the first time he heard the beat and how it has changed his life. 26:00 - Seddy also paints on the side and talks about being able to have multiple artistic outlets. 28:00 - We couldn't talk to a person from Jacksonville and not talk about their football team. FYI, his head dropped when he started talking about them. Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

After starting the year with interviews focusing on film history, this week are talking about present and future music. Seddy Hendrinx is the latest signee to Generation Now (Lil Uzi Vert, Jack Harlow) and he is poised to have a good run. Here we talk to him about growing up in Jacksonville, Florida, developing his musical style and of course the struggling football franchise in his city. 3:00 - Seddy is perhaps the first rapper from Jacksonville to break out nationally. Here he talks about how much talent is in "Duuuuval" and how he aims to give more than the "shoot em up bang bang" that many rappers from there come out with. 5:30 - He talks about his upbringing in Jacksonville and how his mother is the one who introduced him to music as a form of therapy. He also reveals how Kendrick Lamar Good Kid, Maad City is the album that inspired his style and content when he decided to start a rap career.  11:00 - Seddy talks about the moment he realized that he wasn't the only one going through tough times and how his music started to resonate with other people, even if it was just one person. He also speaks on staying true to himself and not hopping on trends and waves to get on. He also speaks on cutting back on using autotune on his voice. 15:30 - Seddy is signed to DJ Drama and Don Cannon's Generation Now label. Here he speaks on how he landed in Atlanta, sneaking into their Mean Streets Studios building and working his way up from there. He also gets into being such a prolific artist, dropping a new project every year since he's come out. 20:00 - Seddy also has his own company Florida Boy that he started with his uncle and talks about why he still decided to sign with another label. He also keeps it real about how the culture of support in Jacksonville's music scene. 23:30 - Seddy's breakout song "Lowkey" is currently at 10 million views on YouTube. He talks about how the song came about, how he knew it was a hit the first time he heard the beat and how it has changed his life. 26:00 - Seddy also paints on the side and talks about being able to have multiple artistic outlets. 28:00 - We couldn't talk to a person from Jacksonville and not talk about their football team. FYI, his head dropped when he started talking about them. Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Seddy Hendrinx Talks Breaking out of Duval

Nate Parker

Day 1 Radio has started 2021 speaking with a number of influential filmmakers and this week's episode keeps the trend going. Actor/director Nate Parker opened up about what inspired him to write his recently released film American Skin. In the conversation, we speak on race, police brutality, and all of the themes covered in the film and how it acted as a mirror to real life.  1:30 - Who did you make this film for? Nate talks about taking in his young nephew and Michael Brown's 2014 death as inspirations to make this film about young Black men and their relationship with the police. He calls the film an "answer" for young people with questions on how to protect themselves. 7:40 - Nate speaks on the first time he had to have the "the talk" with his mother about how to deal with the police.  9:45 - Nate talks about if he feels films like this will actually change people's (i.e. cops, cop apologists, etc.) minds about how they see the police's relationship with the Black community.  13:40 - Branden asks Nate to speak on one of the more emotionally-charged parts of the film when a young Black male character confronts a Black cop attempting to calm the family of a man who has been killed by police. He also speaks on the "old playbook" move of getting the family members of victims of police brutality to get on TV and ask for peace. He also speaks on how many people enter the police force to create change, but simply cannot.  18:00 - Nate reveals that there were plenty of instances of having to stop filming to allow cast members to process the scenes and dialog they were acting out. He also talks about the advantages of having the film being released direct-to-consumer because of current COVID restrictions. 24:00 - Spike Lee’s involvement with the film.  27:35 - Nate shares his feelings on whether or not police reform is actually possible. He also talks about the need to have both politicians and militants working together to make a change in the Black community.  30:45 - Nate gives an update on some of his other projects that are attacking the prison industrial complex and inner-city life. Nate also speaks on the importance not alienating younger generations in the quest for freedom and justice.  35:00 - Nate speaks on having Mt. Rushmore (Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, E-40, Too $hort) release their first song together on the American Skin soundtrack. He also talks about how Snoop himself made it come together in less than a month. Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Day 1 Radio has started 2021 speaking with a number of influential filmmakers and this week's episode keeps the trend going. Actor/director Nate Parker opened up about what inspired him to write his recently released film American Skin. In the conversation, we speak on race, police brutality, and all of the themes covered in the film and how it acted as a mirror to real life.  1:30 - Who did you make this film for? Nate talks about taking in his young nephew and Michael Brown's 2014 death as inspirations to make this film about young Black men and their relationship with the police. He calls the film an "answer" for young people with questions on how to protect themselves. 7:40 - Nate speaks on the first time he had to have the "the talk" with his mother about how to deal with the police.  9:45 - Nate talks about if he feels films like this will actually change people's (i.e. cops, cop apologists, etc.) minds about how they see the police's relationship with the Black community.  13:40 - Branden asks Nate to speak on one of the more emotionally-charged parts of the film when a young Black male character confronts a Black cop attempting to calm the family of a man who has been killed by police. He also speaks on the "old playbook" move of getting the family members of victims of police brutality to get on TV and ask for peace. He also speaks on how many people enter the police force to create change, but simply cannot.  18:00 - Nate reveals that there were plenty of instances of having to stop filming to allow cast members to process the scenes and dialog they were acting out. He also talks about the advantages of having the film being released direct-to-consumer because of current COVID restrictions. 24:00 - Spike Lee’s involvement with the film.  27:35 - Nate shares his feelings on whether or not police reform is actually possible. He also talks about the need to have both politicians and militants working together to make a change in the Black community.  30:45 - Nate gives an update on some of his other projects that are attacking the prison industrial complex and inner-city life. Nate also speaks on the importance not alienating younger generations in the quest for freedom and justice.  35:00 - Nate speaks on having Mt. Rushmore (Snoop Dogg, Ice Cube, E-40, Too $hort) release their first song together on the American Skin soundtrack. He also talks about how Snoop himself made it come together in less than a month. Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Nate Parker Talks American Skin Movie

Sam Pollard

Fresh off the heels of celebrating what would've been Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s 92nd birthday, we interview Emmy Award-winning and Oscar-nominated director Sam Pollard about his new documentary MLK/FBI. Here he talks about the journey of making the film and how he used newly declassified files and never-before-seen footage to present new information about the FBI’s surveillance of Dr. King. 1:45 - Pollard talks about the responsibilities of a documentarian. He speaks on not wanting to use his documentary to further deify MLK, but present him as a man who had a lot on his plate as he led a movement to combat discrimination in America.  5:30 - Pollard gets into the two-and-a-half-year journey of making this film and how so much of what was captured 50-60 years ago still rings true today. He also talks about where the research began when starting the project.   10:35 - Pollard talks about why after all of the work MLK had done, the March on Washington is what made the FBI start paying attention to the movement he was building. He also speaks on how MLK has gone from being considered a threat when he was alive, but a hero after he was assassinated. 15:00 - Pollard talked to Ambassador Andrew Young and a few others for the documentary. He talks about trying to approach people like Young to tell a story that they are probably tired of talking about. 20:00 - Here we all ponder how after decades of documented corruption; the FBI is still active and as strong as ever. He also talks about how his interview with former FBI director James Comey came together.  28:45 - Pollard gives up and coming filmmakers some advice on how to get in the game, navigate and flourish. Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Fresh off the heels of celebrating what would've been Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s 92nd birthday, we interview Emmy Award-winning and Oscar-nominated director Sam Pollard about his new documentary MLK/FBI. Here he talks about the journey of making the film and how he used newly declassified files and never-before-seen footage to present new information about the FBI’s surveillance of Dr. King. 1:45 - Pollard talks about the responsibilities of a documentarian. He speaks on not wanting to use his documentary to further deify MLK, but present him as a man who had a lot on his plate as he led a movement to combat discrimination in America.  5:30 - Pollard gets into the two-and-a-half-year journey of making this film and how so much of what was captured 50-60 years ago still rings true today. He also talks about where the research began when starting the project.   10:35 - Pollard talks about why after all of the work MLK had done, the March on Washington is what made the FBI start paying attention to the movement he was building. He also speaks on how MLK has gone from being considered a threat when he was alive, but a hero after he was assassinated. 15:00 - Pollard talked to Ambassador Andrew Young and a few others for the documentary. He talks about trying to approach people like Young to tell a story that they are probably tired of talking about. 20:00 - Here we all ponder how after decades of documented corruption; the FBI is still active and as strong as ever. He also talks about how his interview with former FBI director James Comey came together.  28:45 - Pollard gives up and coming filmmakers some advice on how to get in the game, navigate and flourish. Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

MLK/FBI Director Sam Pollard

Mario Van Peebles

This week's guest is one of those guys that you just let talk and share wisdom and experiences. Actor/producer/director Mario Van Peebles is no doubt a legend in the film and television game. But, he's also still out here putting in work. His contribution sees him directing Salt-N-Pepa's upcoming Lifetime movie. MVP sits down with us to talk about how he landed the opportunity, some funny stories about his classic film New Jack City, plus he drops all kinds of other gems he learned from his father Melvin Van Peebles too. 2:20 - Mario Van Peebles lays out the decades-long history he has with Salt-N-Pepa and how he wound up being the director of their upcoming Lifetime movie. After years of working with both of them directly and indirectly through different projects, SNP felt comfortable with him bringing their stories to life. He also speaks on working his son Mandela into the script. 8:15- - MVP addresses Lifetime's history of Black culture biopics and how he approached them to make sure that the best project possible was made. He also speaks to the importance of having Black woman-empowering roles on the big screen and why he jumped at the chance to direct this film. 18:25 - MVP is one of the first, if not the first, directors to cast rappers in his films as actual characters (i.e. Ice-T in New Jack City), not just extensions of their music personalities. He speaks on knowing how to cultivate inexperienced actors (like Chris Rock) in order to get the best performances out of them. Maurice also asks MVP about the internet rumor that Gee Money actually misses the shot in the infamous "I'm taking fools money like the IRS" scene.  24:30 - MVP talks about the upcoming 30th anniversary of "New Jack City." He says that he knew the film was a once in a lifetime opportunity to make. He also talks about the intention of making the cops in the movie cool enough to look up to. 30:30 - GAQ (Good Ass Question) alert! Branden asks MVP if he thinks the current socio-political climate will lead will shift Black creatives thought processes.  41:40 - MVP speaks on how he's been able to have a long career without sacrificing his morals or identity. He shares some gems he got from his father as well as Andrew Young on how to move up and ahead in this world and still be true to yourself.  50:00 - MVP speaks on the sequel to his film "Posse" and his future endeavors that include working on the Wu-Tang Clan television series. Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

This week's guest is one of those guys that you just let talk and share wisdom and experiences. Actor/producer/director Mario Van Peebles is no doubt a legend in the film and television game. But, he's also still out here putting in work. His contribution sees him directing Salt-N-Pepa's upcoming Lifetime movie. MVP sits down with us to talk about how he landed the opportunity, some funny stories about his classic film New Jack City, plus he drops all kinds of other gems he learned from his father Melvin Van Peebles too. 2:20 - Mario Van Peebles lays out the decades-long history he has with Salt-N-Pepa and how he wound up being the director of their upcoming Lifetime movie. After years of working with both of them directly and indirectly through different projects, SNP felt comfortable with him bringing their stories to life. He also speaks on working his son Mandela into the script. 8:15- - MVP addresses Lifetime's history of Black culture biopics and how he approached them to make sure that the best project possible was made. He also speaks to the importance of having Black woman-empowering roles on the big screen and why he jumped at the chance to direct this film. 18:25 - MVP is one of the first, if not the first, directors to cast rappers in his films as actual characters (i.e. Ice-T in New Jack City), not just extensions of their music personalities. He speaks on knowing how to cultivate inexperienced actors (like Chris Rock) in order to get the best performances out of them. Maurice also asks MVP about the internet rumor that Gee Money actually misses the shot in the infamous "I'm taking fools money like the IRS" scene.  24:30 - MVP talks about the upcoming 30th anniversary of "New Jack City." He says that he knew the film was a once in a lifetime opportunity to make. He also talks about the intention of making the cops in the movie cool enough to look up to. 30:30 - GAQ (Good Ass Question) alert! Branden asks MVP if he thinks the current socio-political climate will lead will shift Black creatives thought processes.  41:40 - MVP speaks on how he's been able to have a long career without sacrificing his morals or identity. He shares some gems he got from his father as well as Andrew Young on how to move up and ahead in this world and still be true to yourself.  50:00 - MVP speaks on the sequel to his film "Posse" and his future endeavors that include working on the Wu-Tang Clan television series. Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Mario Van Peebles talks Salt-N-Pepa movie and New Jack City 30 Years Later

Day 1 Radio is an urban culture podcast hosted by veteran journalists Branden LSK and Maurice Garland.  Telling stories that haven’t been told before or haven’t been told the right way, we bring our listeners honest, knowledgeable and edgy content that they won’t hear anywhere else.  Released every Thursday on iTunes, Stitcher and the CLNS Media Network Mobile App, listeners can hear from legends like Master P, DJ Quik and the late great comedian and activist Dick Gregory.  New and noteworthy guests include Lil Bibby, Nick Grant and Thundercat.

Quintessential homeboy hip hop historians

Like chopping it up with family

Really dope podcast.  Book smart and street smart but not stuffy.

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Day 1 Radio

This is one of those rare episodes where we just had to let the guest get in his bag and go. BP held it down solo with Immortal Technique right before he hit soundcheck for his show in Atlanta. We only asked a few questions, but Technique dropped off thousands of answers on everything from why he owns his music rights to the real reason why the first settlers came to America. 1:00 - Branden takes it back to the first time he ever heard Immortal Technique...in a middle school classroom where a teacher was playing it in class. From there Tech talks about his journey of building up a fan base and how he encouraged people to download and share his music while other artists complained when downloads started impacting physical copy sales. 6:10 - Immortal Technique speaks on Byron Allen's lawsuit against Comcast. Branden and Tech go back and forth about how Allen was once looked at as an "Uncle Tom" back in the day but is now looked at as a champion for media. He talks about learning music industry gems from his OGs and how that led to him owning everything he produces.    12:00 - Tech drops gems on what "class" really means in America and how large corporations operate like gangsters. He also shares his thoughts on how our ancestors speak to us through music.   17:45 - The Middle Passage - The long-awaited album is finally coming in the first quarter of 2020. Tech reveals that fans will get treated to performances of select songs from the album. He also shares how deep his relationship with Killer Mike runs and that he actually lived with him for a time. He also shares details about his song "Trap House" with Killer Mike and David Banner.   21:21 - Tech speaks on the real reasons why the first settlers came to America and how those intentions tie directly into the prison system and sex trafficking today.   26:40 - Immortal Technique's reading list: Wondering what fuels this man's thoughts and actions. Skip here to hear three books he suggests everybody read in days like this. You may be surprised by his "oldie but goodie" selection.   Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

This is one of those rare episodes where we just had to let the guest get in his bag and go. BP held it down solo with Immortal Technique right before he hit soundcheck for his show in Atlanta. We only asked a few questions, but Technique dropped off thousands of answers on everything from why he owns his music rights to the real reason why the first settlers came to America. 1:00 - Branden takes it back to the first time he ever heard Immortal Technique...in a middle school classroom where a teacher was playing it in class. From there Tech talks about his journey of building up a fan base and how he encouraged people to download and share his music while other artists complained when downloads started impacting physical copy sales. 6:10 - Immortal Technique speaks on Byron Allen's lawsuit against Comcast. Branden and Tech go back and forth about how Allen was once looked at as an "Uncle Tom" back in the day but is now looked at as a champion for media. He talks about learning music industry gems from his OGs and how that led to him owning everything he produces.    12:00 - Tech drops gems on what "class" really means in America and how large corporations operate like gangsters. He also shares his thoughts on how our ancestors speak to us through music.   17:45 - The Middle Passage - The long-awaited album is finally coming in the first quarter of 2020. Tech reveals that fans will get treated to performances of select songs from the album. He also shares how deep his relationship with Killer Mike runs and that he actually lived with him for a time. He also shares details about his song "Trap House" with Killer Mike and David Banner.   21:21 - Tech speaks on the real reasons why the first settlers came to America and how those intentions tie directly into the prison system and sex trafficking today.   26:40 - Immortal Technique's reading list: Wondering what fuels this man's thoughts and actions. Skip here to hear three books he suggests everybody read in days like this. You may be surprised by his "oldie but goodie" selection.  <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/%E2%80%A6/podcast/day-1-radio/id1024614112%E2%80%A6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Day 1 Radio</a> podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

The Middle Passage w/ Immortal Technique

Mo B. Dick

Co-Founder of Beats by the Pound, singer, instrumentalist, and scholar, Mo B. Dick helped shape the sound of the 1990s with his voice and tracks. The legendary producer joined Day 1 Radio this week to talk about everything...and we mean everything! From his time in the Southern University band to hooking up with his cousin Master P and forming Beats by the Pound with KLC to his new album Flambeaux (streaming on all platforms).  Listen up and get the inside scoop from one of the men behind arguably the most successful independent juggernaut in music history.   Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Co-Founder of Beats by the Pound, singer, instrumentalist, and scholar, Mo B. Dick helped shape the sound of the 1990s with his voice and tracks. The legendary producer joined Day 1 Radio this week to talk about everything...and we mean everything! From his time in the Southern University band to hooking up with his cousin Master P and forming Beats by the Pound with KLC to his new album Flambeaux (streaming on all platforms).  Listen up and get the inside scoop from one of the men behind arguably the most successful independent juggernaut in music history.  <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/%E2%80%A6/podcast/day-1-radio/id1024614112%E2%80%A6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Day 1 Radio</a> podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

No Limit 4 Life w/ Mo B. Dick

This week's guest Cavario H retired from the streets to create one of the most influential magazines in hip-hop, Don Diva. The publisher turned editor, author and activist sat with us to discuss his journey from magazines to the literature world and the powerful work he's doing in prison reform.  Listen, Rate, Review and when you're done hit up Cavario's site to cop one of his dope Mind Plug tees.   Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

This week's guest Cavario H retired from the streets to create one of the most influential magazines in hip-hop, Don Diva. The publisher turned editor, author and activist sat with us to discuss his journey from magazines to the literature world and the powerful work he's doing in prison reform.  Listen, Rate, Review and when you're done hit up Cavario's site to cop one of his dope <a href="https://teespring.com/stores/cavario-online-the-mind-plug" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Mind Plug</a> tees.  <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/%E2%80%A6/podcast/day-1-radio/id1024614112%E2%80%A6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Day 1 Radio</a> podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

The Real w/Cavario H

This week Day 1 Radio caught up with highly-skilled MC and songwriter Skyzoo to talk about his everything from his upcoming album with Pete Rock to dabbling in film. Find a second to sit back and enjoy this one.   4:30 Skyzoo talks his journey since 2009's "The Salvation." -Hip-Hop has changed a lot in 10 years, but Sky has remained relevant by being selective. He also explains his writing process.   11:00 "Fatherhood is the greatest thing in the world" -Skyzoo keeps it real about being a father and having his father in his life.   13:00 Moving to Atlanta -Skyzoo has been coming down south for a while, now he talks about why he made the permanent move.   15:30 Working with Pete Rock on "Retropolitan" collaboration album -Sky says he can't get into too many details, but still shares some good news about the project. He also reveals that he's a jazz snob.   25:30 Don't expect a big "The Salvation" 10th Anniversary celebration -Sky says he is working on a documentary, but don't expect a tour. He also talks about the difference between music you relate to and escape too.   31:30 Is there too much rap music to listen to? -Sky talks about who his favorite MCs are but admits that it's hard to keep up.   35:50 Skyzoo's stance on streaming music -Skyzoo says he's not against streaming music but wants fans to understand you support artists by actually buying music, not streaming it.   38:50 "Anybody that says they didn't have major label aspirations is lying" -Skyzoo has always been independent but admits he'd love the major label shine if he could still have control and be happy with what he's producing.    42:30 Skyzoo talks placements and licensing  -Skyzoo breaks down how placements and licensing have helped his career and the difference between the two. He also talks about how music consumption is at an all-time high, but music sales are at an all-time low.   45:00 Getting into film -Skyzoo talks how he's landed film roles and his part in the acclaimed film Patti Cake$ Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

This week Day 1 Radio caught up with highly-skilled MC and songwriter Skyzoo to talk about his everything from his upcoming album with Pete Rock to dabbling in film. Find a second to sit back and enjoy this one.   4:30 Skyzoo talks his journey since 2009's "The Salvation." -Hip-Hop has changed a lot in 10 years, but Sky has remained relevant by being selective. He also explains his writing process.   11:00 "Fatherhood is the greatest thing in the world" -Skyzoo keeps it real about being a father and having his father in his life.   13:00 Moving to Atlanta -Skyzoo has been coming down south for a while, now he talks about why he made the permanent move.   15:30 Working with Pete Rock on "Retropolitan" collaboration album -Sky says he can't get into too many details, but still shares some good news about the project. He also reveals that he's a jazz snob.   25:30 Don't expect a big "The Salvation" 10th Anniversary celebration -Sky says he is working on a documentary, but don't expect a tour. He also talks about the difference between music you relate to and escape too.   31:30 Is there too much rap music to listen to? -Sky talks about who his favorite MCs are but admits that it's hard to keep up.   35:50 Skyzoo's stance on streaming music -Skyzoo says he's not against streaming music but wants fans to understand you support artists by actually buying music, not streaming it.   38:50 "Anybody that says they didn't have major label aspirations is lying" -Skyzoo has always been independent but admits he'd love the major label shine if he could still have control and be happy with what he's producing.    42:30 Skyzoo talks placements and licensing  -Skyzoo breaks down how placements and licensing have helped his career and the difference between the two. He also talks about how music consumption is at an all-time high, but music sales are at an all-time low.   45:00 Getting into film -Skyzoo talks how he's landed film roles and his part in the acclaimed film Patti Cake$<a href="https://itunes.apple.com/%E2%80%A6/podcast/day-1-radio/id1024614112%E2%80%A6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Day 1 Radio</a> podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Flows, Fatherhood & Film w/Skyzoo

This week our hosts Maurice and BP shared their thoughts on the senseless murder of Nipsey Hussle. No conspiracy theories and no disrespect, just two black men talking bout the great things Nip did during his 33 years on this earth.  We are all saddened and angered at this time, but those who can, must heal and do our part to uplift and improve our communities. Thanks for listening. 

This week our hosts Maurice and BP shared their thoughts on the senseless murder of Nipsey Hussle. No conspiracy theories and no disrespect, just two black men talking bout the great things Nip did during his 33 years on this earth.  We are all saddened and angered at this time, but those who can, must heal and do our part to uplift and improve our communities. Thanks for listening.

 Nipsey Hussle The Great

Aries Spears

It's not often that we get to have comedians on the show, but when they do stop by, it's always a treat. Veteran comedian Aries Spears was in Atlanta for a show at Atlanta Comedy Theater and sat down with Branden before the show to share his story, highlights and mistakes included. If you're wanting 30 minutes of hijinks and impressions, this may not be for you. But if you want to hear some truth and gems from a guy who has been in Hollywood since a teenager, tune in.    2:00 Aries talks about going out to Los Angeles as a 17-year-old comedian and getting in the game. After doing it for so long, he admits the grind is like a relationship with good days and bad days.   5:50 Aries talks about "not playing the game" and perhaps being too real for Hollywood. He opens up about getting plenty of TV development deals but none of them panning out. He also stresses the importance of having creative control and not always letting the business get in the way.   11:30 Aries opens up on why more successful comedians and actors like Eddie Murphy and Will Smith aren't producing multiple television shows. But he also calls fellow comedians to task for not speaking up and creating opportunities for themselves.   17:30 Aries goes into detail about how he was able to get on his first comedy stage at just 14-years-old and how he landed on MAD TV at 21-years-old.    21:00 What happened to sketch comedy shows? Aries says creating [good] sketch comedy is one of the hardest crafts and not everybody can do it well, which is why we see it dying off.    24:00 Aries shares a story about a sketch show pilot he produced that essentially scared the shit out of the white television executives in the room. Says that he'll have to find his way back in onto the big stages through the cracks. But, he is optimistic because comedians are always "one hit away."   28:30 Says comedians having a lot of writers isn't "fair" but fans don't really care.    32:00 Aries speaks on not getting pigeonholed as impression comedian.   *we had four comedians...forgot Michael Colyar   Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

It's not often that we get to have comedians on the show, but when they do stop by, it's always a treat. Veteran comedian Aries Spears was in Atlanta for a show at Atlanta Comedy Theater and sat down with Branden before the show to share his story, highlights and mistakes included. If you're wanting 30 minutes of hijinks and impressions, this may not be for you. But if you want to hear some truth and gems from a guy who has been in Hollywood since a teenager, tune in.   2:00 Aries talks about going out to Los Angeles as a 17-year-old comedian and getting in the game. After doing it for so long, he admits the grind is like a relationship with good days and bad days.   5:50 Aries talks about "not playing the game" and perhaps being too real for Hollywood. He opens up about getting plenty of TV development deals but none of them panning out. He also stresses the importance of having creative control and not always letting the business get in the way.   11:30 Aries opens up on why more successful comedians and actors like Eddie Murphy and Will Smith aren't producing multiple television shows. But he also calls fellow comedians to task for not speaking up and creating opportunities for themselves.   17:30 Aries goes into detail about how he was able to get on his first comedy stage at just 14-years-old and how he landed on MAD TV at 21-years-old.    21:00 What happened to sketch comedy shows? Aries says creating [good] sketch comedy is one of the hardest crafts and not everybody can do it well, which is why we see it dying off.    24:00 Aries shares a story about a sketch show pilot he produced that essentially scared the shit out of the white television executives in the room. Says that he'll have to find his way back in onto the big stages through the cracks. But, he is optimistic because comedians are always "one hit away."   28:30 Says comedians having a lot of writers isn't "fair" but fans don't really care.    32:00 Aries speaks on not getting pigeonholed as impression comedian.   *we had four comedians...forgot Michael Colyar <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/%E2%80%A6/podcast/day-1-radio/id1024614112%E2%80%A6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Day 1 Radio</a> podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Game > Jokes w/ Aries Spears

This week Branden and Maurice catch up with no guest. As usual, the conversation takes a lot of twists and turns.   1:30 NBA basketball is finally here! After one of the craziest offseasons ever, the 2019-20 NBA season is upon us. Being the hoop fans they are, BP and Reese go back and forth about the latest news ranging from Michael Jordan's comments on Steph Curry, Zion Williamson's injury and some way too early predictions for the NBA Finals.   10:00 So, another crazy rap list is floating around. This time it's the "Worst 50 Rappers" list. Some of the names obviously belong, but a lot of them are some real headscratchers. Maurice thinks its pure hate. They also talk about if Kanye West really matters in the music world anymore.   18:10 Gucci Mane is in the news for making some controversial comments during an interview with Charlamagne Tha God. Crazy thing is he spent hours talking about living his best life, but everyone focused on the few minutes where he sent threats towards DJ Envy and Angela Yee.   23:00 Pharell's "New Masculinity" GQ cover seems to have a few people triggered. BP wonders why every time "new masculinity" is brought up, Black male images are always at the forefront.    31:00 In case you didn't know, BP and Reese love beer. Hell, BP is a certified beer snob. So, of course, they have a lot to say about a racial discrimination lawsuit being brought against popular craft brewery Founder's. BP and Reese debate if the lawsuit really holds weight or if the plaintiff might have brought it on himself.     Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

This week Branden and Maurice catch up with no guest. As usual, the conversation takes a lot of twists and turns.   1:30 NBA basketball is finally here! After one of the craziest offseasons ever, the 2019-20 NBA season is upon us. Being the hoop fans they are, BP and Reese go back and forth about the latest news ranging from Michael Jordan's comments on Steph Curry, Zion Williamson's injury and some way too early predictions for the NBA Finals.   10:00 So, another crazy rap list is floating around. This time it's the "Worst 50 Rappers" list. Some of the names obviously belong, but a lot of them are some real headscratchers. Maurice thinks its pure hate. They also talk about if Kanye West really matters in the music world anymore.   18:10 Gucci Mane is in the news for making some controversial comments during an interview with Charlamagne Tha God. Crazy thing is he spent hours talking about living his best life, but everyone focused on the few minutes where he sent threats towards DJ Envy and Angela Yee.   23:00 Pharell's "New Masculinity" GQ cover seems to have a few people triggered. BP wonders why every time "new masculinity" is brought up, Black male images are always at the forefront.    31:00 In case you didn't know, BP and Reese love beer. Hell, BP is a certified beer snob. So, of course, they have a lot to say about a racial discrimination lawsuit being brought against popular craft brewery Founder's. BP and Reese debate if the lawsuit really holds weight or if the plaintiff might have brought it on himself.    <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/%E2%80%A6/podcast/day-1-radio/id1024614112%E2%80%A6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Day 1 Radio</a> podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Eff Your Top 50 Lists

Before his work was exhibited in galleries around the world, Dr. Fahamu Pecou started off like most artistically inclined kids. he was drawing cartoons in his notebook. Now his visual art can be seen everywhere from major network TV shows to the Smithsonian. Kick back and listen to us run through his journey.   Be sure to go fahamupecouart.com to purchase his incredible work and to see stay up to date on his shows.  Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Before his work was exhibited in galleries around the world, Dr. Fahamu Pecou started off like most artistically inclined kids. he was drawing cartoons in his notebook. Now his visual art can be seen everywhere from major network TV shows to the Smithsonian. Kick back and listen to us run through his journey.   Be sure to go <a href="https://www.fahamupecouart.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">fahamupecouart.com</a> to purchase his incredible work and to see stay up to date on his shows. <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/%E2%80%A6/podcast/day-1-radio/id1024614112%E2%80%A6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Day 1 Radio</a> podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

New Black Renaissance w/Dr. Fahamu Pecou

Royce 5'9 returns to Day 1 Radio just days before his new album "The Allegory" is set to drop on February 21st. In this wide-ranging talk, Royce opens up about how this album stands out from his previous efforts and how stepping up as a producer impacted the sound and process. He also talks about some of the intentions behind his lyrics on the album and how he feels about the current state of rap coming out of his hometown, Detroit.   2:00 - "Book Of Ryan is your diary...The Allegory is your manifesto.": Branden opens with a statement about Royce's  upcoming album, and Royce agrees. He gets into why every artist should have at least one personal album. He reveals that the album was not planned, but a product of being in the studio all the time. He says that this is the first project "happened to him."   8:50 - Producing and learning: Royce stepped more into the producer role for The Allegory and gets into how learning on the fly impacted his writing. He also breaks down the difference between being technical and masterful. He's open to producing for other artists, but doubts that he has beats just laying around for other rappers and would rather produce in the studio with them.   12:30 - Surprise!: Royce says that his producer friends like DJ Premier and Mr. Porter weren't surprised that he was making beats, but were shocked at how fast he progressed. Another surprise is that there are two songs he recorded with Dilla floating around.   14:30 - "Upside Down": Royce breaks down the intricate lyrics on "Upside Down" featuring Benny the Butcher. Do yourself a favor and listen to the song to get what he's talking about. He also talks about how he toes the line of being confident and humble.   26:00 - Surviving the game: Royce speaks about how he has continued to improve as an MC after decades in the game. He credits some of it to knowledge of self,  things he's learned in therapy and some of it to him not getting fulfillment in riding waves.  29:45 - Detroit Rap: Royce thinks rap in Detroit is currently in a "great place." He knows that his generation (Eminem, Slum Village, Trick Trick, D12) made it possible for rappers like Danny Brown, Tee Grizzly and others to succeed. He does hope that they all continue to co-exist and not allow people to separate and label their diversity in a negative way.   39:44 - Touring: Royce says he wants to tour for The Allegory, especially since he did not get to tour for The Book of Ryan and the last Pryhme album.   44:15 - Boxing: Royce is a boxing enthusiast and he and Branden go back and forth about Fury vs. Wilder 2 and if we will ever see a Joshua vs. Wilder fight.   47:45: - Hip Hop Trivia: Does Royce know his Hip-Hop history? Listen and find out.   Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Royce 5'9 returns to Day 1 Radio just days before his new album "The Allegory" is set to drop on February 21st. In this wide-ranging talk, Royce opens up about how this album stands out from his previous efforts and how stepping up as a producer impacted the sound and process. He also talks about some of the intentions behind his lyrics on the album and how he feels about the current state of rap coming out of his hometown, Detroit.   2:00 - "Book Of Ryan is your diary...The Allegory is your manifesto.": Branden opens with a statement about Royce's  upcoming album, and Royce agrees. He gets into why every artist should have at least one personal album. He reveals that the album was not planned, but a product of being in the studio all the time. He says that this is the first project "happened to him."   8:50 - Producing and learning: Royce stepped more into the producer role for The Allegory and gets into how learning on the fly impacted his writing. He also breaks down the difference between being technical and masterful. He's open to producing for other artists, but doubts that he has beats just laying around for other rappers and would rather produce in the studio with them.   12:30 - Surprise!: Royce says that his producer friends like DJ Premier and Mr. Porter weren't surprised that he was making beats, but were shocked at how fast he progressed. Another surprise is that there are two songs he recorded with Dilla floating around.   14:30 - "Upside Down": Royce breaks down the intricate lyrics on "Upside Down" featuring Benny the Butcher. Do yourself a favor and listen to the song to get what he's talking about. He also talks about how he toes the line of being confident and humble.   26:00 - Surviving the game: Royce speaks about how he has continued to improve as an MC after decades in the game. He credits some of it to knowledge of self,  things he's learned in therapy and some of it to him not getting fulfillment in riding waves. 29:45 - Detroit Rap: Royce thinks rap in Detroit is currently in a "great place." He knows that his generation (Eminem, Slum Village, Trick Trick, D12) made it possible for rappers like Danny Brown, Tee Grizzly and others to succeed. He does hope that they all continue to co-exist and not allow people to separate and label their diversity in a negative way.   39:44 - Touring: Royce says he wants to tour for The Allegory, especially since he did not get to tour for The Book of Ryan and the last Pryhme album.   44:15 - Boxing: Royce is a boxing enthusiast and he and Branden go back and forth about Fury vs. Wilder 2 and if we will ever see a Joshua vs. Wilder fight.   47:45: - Hip Hop Trivia: Does Royce know his Hip-Hop history? Listen and find out. <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/%E2%80%A6/podcast/day-1-radio/id1024614112%E2%80%A6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Day 1 Radio</a> podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

The New GOAT w/Royce Da 5'9"

This week Branden and Maurice hold it down with no guest and talk about some things going on in the news right now.      :30 Branden was actually in Virginia Beach right after the mass shooting. The guys speak on how mass shootings are making the gun rights discussion in America that much more difficult. They also debate if we are all starting to get desensitized to gun violence.   8:20 Branden wonders why it takes mainstream media (TV/Film) and celebrity mentions to make people aware or care about certain topics. Namely, how it seems that people are just now hearing of the Central Park Five after Ava Duvernay's Netflix series "When They See Us." Maurice offers reasons why that may happen.   21:00 Jay-Z is the first billionaire in Hip-Hop. Who do you think can become the next?    26:00 Is Megan Thee Stallion breaking the trend of women rappers who had to be "put on" by a male rapper or producer? They also talk about how women in rap are probably making the most interesting music right now. They also talk about why it took so long for another woman rapper to interest men in a real way.   32:00 Rihanna is reportedly worth $600 million now. Will we ever get another album from her. Or does it mean she can have even more creative freedom? After this the guys close the show talking about this year's One Music Fest lineup.              Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

This week Branden and Maurice hold it down with no guest and talk about some things going on in the news right now.      :30 Branden was actually in Virginia Beach right after the mass shooting. The guys speak on how mass shootings are making the gun rights discussion in America that much more difficult. They also debate if we are all starting to get desensitized to gun violence.   8:20 Branden wonders why it takes mainstream media (TV/Film) and celebrity mentions to make people aware or care about certain topics. Namely, how it seems that people are just now hearing of the Central Park Five after Ava Duvernay's Netflix series "When They See Us." Maurice offers reasons why that may happen.   21:00 Jay-Z is the first billionaire in Hip-Hop. Who do you think can become the next?    26:00 Is Megan Thee Stallion breaking the trend of women rappers who had to be "put on" by a male rapper or producer? They also talk about how women in rap are probably making the most interesting music right now. They also talk about why it took so long for another woman rapper to interest men in a real way.   32:00 Rihanna is reportedly worth $600 million now. Will we ever get another album from her. Or does it mean she can have even more creative freedom? After this the guys close the show talking about this year's One Music Fest lineup.   <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/%E2%80%A6/podcast/day-1-radio/id1024614112%E2%80%A6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Day 1 Radio</a> podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Better Late Than Never

Ras Kass

This week Day 1 Radio had widely respected lyricist Ras Kass stop by to talk about his new album and accompanying book "Soul On Ice 2." If you've ever listened to Ras, you know you're always going to get a gem and a laugh, and that's exactly what he delivered in this wide-ranging conversation. Listen and enjoy. 1:20 Why make a sequel of Soul On Ice: Ras talks about how he didn't realize he was writing SOL2 until he looked back at what he was writing and realizing it reminded him of his 1996 debut album.   6:25 Talks about writing his classic track "Nature of the Threat" at age 17: Ras says after people asking him to write another song like this, it manifested as the track "White Power" on his new album. He also talks about how he tries to capture the entire human experience in his music.   11:50 Ras speaks on censorship and "cancel culture": Ras makes a case for how 2019 is more restrictive on free speech than the past. He says he wishes he was a comedian instead of a rapper so he could get some of his points across clearer.   14:30 Is lyricism still alive in Hip-Hop?: After 25 years in the game, Ras is a lyrical rapper who is still in the game. But, he feels that artists need to stop listening to label execs or as he also calls them, "white people"...and the stupid black people who listen to them.   20:00 Why make a book? Ras talks about the process of creating a book of his rhymes. He also talks about how it is important to celebrate being 25 years in the game and giving himself some roses while he is alive.   33:30 What would Ras be like if he went pop? Ras Kass has a lot of high-profile cameo appearances. But would he have liked being "pop" himself?   36:40 Repping hard for Carson, California: Ras talks about intentionally repping for Carson and not "Los Angeles" in general after so many other parts got branded and recognized in Hip-Hop.   42:30 Supergroups: Ras was ahead of his time. He was a part of two supergroups before concepts like Slaughterhouse, Watch the Throne and Run the Jewels came along. He talks about why his groups Golden State Warriors (with Xzibit and Saafir) and The HRSMN (with Kurupt, Killah Priest and Canibus) did not work.   46:40 Ras talks about now and future plans: In addition to promoting his new album and book, Ras reveals plans to tour with longtime collaborator Xzibit.    50:25 Ras used to live with Jay-Z: Ras mentioned this quickly and casually earlier in the interview, but we had to get him to talk how he used to live with Jay-Z and almost signed with Roc-A-Fella Records.  Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

This week Day 1 Radio had widely respected lyricist Ras Kass stop by to talk about his new album and accompanying book "Soul On Ice 2." If you've ever listened to Ras, you know you're always going to get a gem and a laugh, and that's exactly what he delivered in this wide-ranging conversation. Listen and enjoy. 1:20 Why make a sequel of Soul On Ice: Ras talks about how he didn't realize he was writing SOL2 until he looked back at what he was writing and realizing it reminded him of his 1996 debut album.   6:25 Talks about writing his classic track "Nature of the Threat" at age 17: Ras says after people asking him to write another song like this, it manifested as the track "White Power" on his new album. He also talks about how he tries to capture the entire human experience in his music.   11:50 Ras speaks on censorship and "cancel culture": Ras makes a case for how 2019 is more restrictive on free speech than the past. He says he wishes he was a comedian instead of a rapper so he could get some of his points across clearer.   14:30 Is lyricism still alive in Hip-Hop?: After 25 years in the game, Ras is a lyrical rapper who is still in the game. But, he feels that artists need to stop listening to label execs or as he also calls them, "white people"...and the stupid black people who listen to them.   20:00 Why make a book? Ras talks about the process of creating a book of his rhymes. He also talks about how it is important to celebrate being 25 years in the game and giving himself some roses while he is alive.   33:30 What would Ras be like if he went pop? Ras Kass has a lot of high-profile cameo appearances. But would he have liked being "pop" himself?   36:40 Repping hard for Carson, California: Ras talks about intentionally repping for Carson and not "Los Angeles" in general after so many other parts got branded and recognized in Hip-Hop.   42:30 Supergroups: Ras was ahead of his time. He was a part of two supergroups before concepts like Slaughterhouse, Watch the Throne and Run the Jewels came along. He talks about why his groups Golden State Warriors (with Xzibit and Saafir) and The HRSMN (with Kurupt, Killah Priest and Canibus) did not work.   46:40 Ras talks about now and future plans: In addition to promoting his new album and book, Ras reveals plans to tour with longtime collaborator Xzibit.    50:25 Ras used to live with Jay-Z: Ras mentioned this quickly and casually earlier in the interview, but we had to get him to talk how he used to live with Jay-Z and almost signed with Roc-A-Fella Records. <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/%E2%80%A6/podcast/day-1-radio/id1024614112%E2%80%A6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Day 1 Radio</a> podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Hip-Hop Soul on Ice w/ Ras Kass 

This week on Day 1 Radio we have two friends of the show joining us. First, the homie and fellow writer Rodney Charmichael of NPR joins us for a chat. We chop it up about his journey as a writer and what it has been like covering Hip-Hop for one of the most trusted news organizations in America. After that, our friend Mr. Daniel Dickey joins us to talk about his new single "Glad To Care For You" and what is has been like balancing his career as a brand strategist and now singer.   1:30 Intro: Rodney talks about his first days a journalist working in Waco, Texas covering religion. 4:45 - Rodney shares his story of how he got into music journalism full-time. 7:00 - Rodney speaks on making the jumps from working in Atlanta at Rolling Out and Creative Loafing to going to Washington, D.C. to write for NPR. 13:30 - The three of us talk about why Atlanta has had such a long run of dominance in rap music. 18:00 - Rodney talks about the pros and challenges of interviewing rappers for NPR and their audience. 21:30 - Rodney kinda sorta gives the skinny on what really goes on behind the scenes at the NPR Tiny Desk concerts. 24:30 - Rodney reveals who his dream interview subject would be. 27:00 - Rodney offers his perspective on Solange's new album.  33:00 - Cancel Culture, what exactly is it and where do journalists fit in?     42:30 Mr. Daniel Dickey stops by to talk about his new single "Glad to Care For You" and a lot of other things you do not want to miss. Trust.    Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

This week on Day 1 Radio we have two friends of the show joining us. First, the homie and fellow writer Rodney Charmichael of NPR joins us for a chat. We chop it up about his journey as a writer and what it has been like covering Hip-Hop for one of the most trusted news organizations in America. After that, our friend Mr. Daniel Dickey joins us to talk about his new single <a href="https://artist.landr.com/music/628810086832" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"Glad To Care For You"</a> and what is has been like balancing his career as a brand strategist and now singer.   1:30 Intro: Rodney talks about his first days a journalist working in Waco, Texas covering religion. 4:45 - Rodney shares his story of how he got into music journalism full-time. 7:00 - Rodney speaks on making the jumps from working in Atlanta at Rolling Out and Creative Loafing to going to Washington, D.C. to write for NPR. 13:30 - The three of us talk about why Atlanta has had such a long run of dominance in rap music. 18:00 - Rodney talks about the pros and challenges of interviewing rappers for NPR and their audience. 21:30 - Rodney kinda sorta gives the skinny on what really goes on behind the scenes at the NPR Tiny Desk concerts. 24:30 - Rodney reveals who his dream interview subject would be. 27:00 - Rodney offers his perspective on Solange's new album.  33:00 - Cancel Culture, what exactly is it and where do journalists fit in?     42:30 Mr. Daniel Dickey stops by to talk about his new single "Glad to Care For You" and a lot of other things you do not want to miss. Trust.   <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/%E2%80%A6/podcast/day-1-radio/id1024614112%E2%80%A6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Day 1 Radio</a> podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Control the Narrative

This week Branden and Maurice keep it mostly about music as a lot of your favorite albums are celebrating anniversaries right now. Nas' Illmatic and Outkast's Southerplayalisticadillacmuzik both turn 25 years old this month and Eminem's Slim Shady LP turns 20 years old. Being the music journalists and historians they are, they discuss each album's impact and if any of them can be mentioned in the "greatest debut album ever" discussion. Show producer and Live Hip Hop Daily founder Herb also chimes in a little too. Other topics discussed include Jay-Z's The Shawn Carter Foundation taking teens on an HBCU tour, Avengers Endgame movie and Nicki Minaj going on tour with Chris Brown.   4:00 - Is Nas' "Illmatic" the greatest debut album ever?   8:00 - Outkast's "Southerplayalisticadillacmuzik" turns 25 years old this year, will we ever get another album from them?   14:00 - Eminem's debut album turns 20 years old, was it his best album?   20:00 - Schoolboy Q's new album CrasH Talk drops Friday, what does he have left in the tank? Will Jay-Z singlehandedly boost HBCU admissions? Will Avengers Endgame be good and how are they planning on bringing Black Panther back from the dead? Nicki Minaj is going on tour, but will people buy tickets?    Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

This week Branden and Maurice keep it mostly about music as a lot of your favorite albums are celebrating anniversaries right now. Nas' Illmatic and Outkast's Southerplayalisticadillacmuzik both turn 25 years old this month and Eminem's Slim Shady LP turns 20 years old. Being the music journalists and historians they are, they discuss each album's impact and if any of them can be mentioned in the "greatest debut album ever" discussion. Show producer and Live Hip Hop Daily founder Herb also chimes in a little too. Other topics discussed include Jay-Z's The Shawn Carter Foundation taking teens on an HBCU tour, Avengers Endgame movie and Nicki Minaj going on tour with Chris Brown.   4:00 - Is Nas' "Illmatic" the greatest debut album ever?   8:00 - Outkast's "Southerplayalisticadillacmuzik" turns 25 years old this year, will we ever get another album from them?   14:00 - Eminem's debut album turns 20 years old, was it his best album?   20:00 - Schoolboy Q's new album CrasH Talk drops Friday, what does he have left in the tank? Will Jay-Z singlehandedly boost HBCU admissions? Will Avengers Endgame be good and how are they planning on bringing Black Panther back from the dead? Nicki Minaj is going on tour, but will people buy tickets?   <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/%E2%80%A6/podcast/day-1-radio/id1024614112%E2%80%A6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Day 1 Radio</a> podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Outkast 25 x Illmatic

No guest, but plenty to say on this episode of Day 1 Radio. This week Branden and Maurice cover everything from Colin Kaepernick's NFL workout to the new Gang Starr album.   2:30 Alexis Crawford: Clark Atlanta University student Alexis Crawford was murdered by her roommate and her boyfriend in Atlanta. Branden, a CAU alum, unpacks how the incident has impacted the campus. Branden and Maurice also explore how cases like this also shed light on sex trafficking.   8:00 RIP Bad Azz: Veteran West Coast rapper Bad Azz passed away in jail this past week at the age of 43. Crazy thing is that he had only been in there for a couple of days. What happened?   12:00 Drake gets booed off the stage: Neither Branden or Maurice are Drake fans, but even they thought him getting booed off the stage at Tyler the Creator's Flog Gnaw festival was led by pure haters.   16:40 The New Gang Starr album: Branden and Reese agree that the new Gang Starr album is pretty dope and a testament to how universally dope Guru (Gifted Unlimited Rhymes Universal) really was. Branden also shares some dope things he saw on his vacation in Tokyo.   26:00 Byron Allen vs Comcast: Branden and Maurice have been talking about Byron Allen's lawsuit against Comcast for some years now, but now it is going to the Supreme Court. Branden helps unpack how this case is about more than just entertainment, but how discrimination law will be interpreted from this point on.   29:00 Colin Kaepernick gets an NFL workout: Some people are happy that Kap is finally getting an NFL workout. Some think it is a smokescreen. Branden doesn't feel he's never getting back in the league and producer J. Black chimes in wondering why Kap wants to be back in the NFL in the first place.   36:010 RIP Charles Rogers: Michigan State University legend Charles Rogers passed away this past week. Branden and Reese recap his tragic story.  Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

No guest, but plenty to say on this episode of Day 1 Radio. This week Branden and Maurice cover everything from Colin Kaepernick's NFL workout to the new Gang Starr album.   2:30 Alexis Crawford: Clark Atlanta University student Alexis Crawford was murdered by her roommate and her boyfriend in Atlanta. Branden, a CAU alum, unpacks how the incident has impacted the campus. Branden and Maurice also explore how cases like this also shed light on sex trafficking.   8:00 RIP Bad Azz: Veteran West Coast rapper Bad Azz passed away in jail this past week at the age of 43. Crazy thing is that he had only been in there for a couple of days. What happened?   12:00 Drake gets booed off the stage: Neither Branden or Maurice are Drake fans, but even they thought him getting booed off the stage at Tyler the Creator's Flog Gnaw festival was led by pure haters.   16:40 The New Gang Starr album: Branden and Reese agree that the new Gang Starr album is pretty dope and a testament to how universally dope Guru (Gifted Unlimited Rhymes Universal) really was. Branden also shares some dope things he saw on his vacation in Tokyo.   26:00 Byron Allen vs Comcast: Branden and Maurice have been talking about Byron Allen's lawsuit against Comcast for some years now, but now it is going to the Supreme Court. Branden helps unpack how this case is about more than just entertainment, but how discrimination law will be interpreted from this point on.   29:00 Colin Kaepernick gets an NFL workout: Some people are happy that Kap is finally getting an NFL workout. Some think it is a smokescreen. Branden doesn't feel he's never getting back in the league and producer J. Black chimes in wondering why Kap wants to be back in the NFL in the first place.   36:010 RIP Charles Rogers: Michigan State University legend Charles Rogers passed away this past week. Branden and Reese recap his tragic story. <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/%E2%80%A6/podcast/day-1-radio/id1024614112%E2%80%A6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Day 1 Radio</a> podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Drake Gets Booed, Clark Atlanta Tragedy & Kap's Back

Domani Harris

This week Day 1 Radio catches up with Domani aka Domani Harris aka T.I.'s son. While he may be known to many because of his parents, he is definitely blazing his own trail as an artist. His debut album "Time Will Tell" was labeled a classic by J. Cole and he is already doing international tours. Listen as he opens up about how this album was different from his other projects, why he feels the time is right for him to shine and what he is looking forward to the most.   1:15 - Why does he wear the same shoes everywhere? Domani wears the same pair of shoes in most of his photoshoots, shows, and social media posts. He explains the reasoning behind them. 3:10 - Wrapping up tour with Big K.R.I.T. and Rapsody. Domani just got finished opening up for Krit and Rapsody on the "From the South With Love" tour. He talks about how this being his first tour experience helped him as a performer.   7:20 - "Time Will Tell" -Domani talks about how this being his fourth project (first album) was different from the rest. This time he actually allowed his father to have some input and was open to hearing it. He also opens up about keeping a certain perspective as the son of a superstar.   13:00 - Becoming himself.  Domani speaks on growing as an artist and finding his own voice, rather than trying to sound like all of the other music that's out. He also shows gratitude for finding his voice at such a young age. Domani also speaks on living in the spotlight and now making a real name for himself as an artist.   15:45 - The pressure of being a famous child. Domani says he never felt pressure being the son of T.I. or living up to any preconceived notions about him when he is creating. He also admits that he uses negative feedback or doubts as fuel.   18:30 - The process. Domani walks us through the year-long creative journey of "Time Will Tell" from the album cover to the recording. He also shouts out the producers and artists he worked with on the album.   26:00 - Getting nominated for a Tony Award. Domani was nominated for Tony Award for writing a song for the Spongebob Squarepants musical. He admits that the opportunity was originally presented to his father, who passed it down to him.   28:30 - Hitting the road again. Domani is preparing for a European tour with JID later this month. He's kinda-sorta packed but he's looking forward to it.   Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

This week Day 1 Radio catches up with Domani aka Domani Harris aka T.I.'s son. While he may be known to many because of his parents, he is definitely blazing his own trail as an artist. His debut album "Time Will Tell" was labeled a classic by J. Cole and he is already doing international tours. Listen as he opens up about how this album was different from his other projects, why he feels the time is right for him to shine and what he is looking forward to the most.   1:15 - Why does he wear the same shoes everywhere? Domani wears the same pair of shoes in most of his photoshoots, shows, and social media posts. He explains the reasoning behind them. 3:10 - Wrapping up tour with Big K.R.I.T. and Rapsody. Domani just got finished opening up for Krit and Rapsody on the "From the South With Love" tour. He talks about how this being his first tour experience helped him as a performer.   7:20 - "Time Will Tell" -Domani talks about how this being his fourth project (first album) was different from the rest. This time he actually allowed his father to have some input and was open to hearing it. He also opens up about keeping a certain perspective as the son of a superstar.   13:00 - Becoming himself.  Domani speaks on growing as an artist and finding his own voice, rather than trying to sound like all of the other music that's out. He also shows gratitude for finding his voice at such a young age. Domani also speaks on living in the spotlight and now making a real name for himself as an artist.   15:45 - The pressure of being a famous child. Domani says he never felt pressure being the son of T.I. or living up to any preconceived notions about him when he is creating. He also admits that he uses negative feedback or doubts as fuel.   18:30 - The process. Domani walks us through the year-long creative journey of "Time Will Tell" from the album cover to the recording. He also shouts out the producers and artists he worked with on the album.   26:00 - Getting nominated for a Tony Award. Domani was nominated for Tony Award for writing a song for the Spongebob Squarepants musical. He admits that the opportunity was originally presented to his father, who passed it down to him.   28:30 - Hitting the road again. Domani is preparing for a European tour with JID later this month. He's kinda-sorta packed but he's looking forward to it.  <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/%E2%80%A6/podcast/day-1-radio/id1024614112%E2%80%A6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Day 1 Radio</a> podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Evolution of Domani Harris

Branden and Maurice return to the Live Hip-Hop Daily studios to chop it up about all the stuff that is on their minds this week! 0:00 The show starts off talking about "Freaknik" making a comeback in Atlanta this past weekend. Is it possible that it could actually become an annual event again?   4:00 Branden went to Cannes Lions and he was in Los Angeles during the BET Awards, but he didn't go to the actual awards show. This will not stop these two from talking about the awards show though. Are we the only ones that noticed that stage presence seemed to be a priority this year?   11:30 Michael Jackson died on June 25th 10 years ago. Is his musical and cultural legacy still intact after a decade of new artists, controversies and documentaries throwing dirt on his name?   18:50 Branden woke up on June 25 and wore a Purple Rain t-shirt not even knowing that Prince's "Purple Rain" came on out the same day 35 years ago. Listen as the guys discuss the impact Prince and that album had on their young lives. Is it the best movie soundtrack of all time?   30:00 The duo talks about new music they are looking forward to hearing including new albums from E-40, Big Krit as well as Freddie Gibbs and Madlib.

Branden and Maurice return to the Live Hip-Hop Daily studios to chop it up about all the stuff that is on their minds this week! 0:00 The show starts off talking about "Freaknik" making a comeback in Atlanta this past weekend. Is it possible that it could actually become an annual event again?   4:00 Branden went to Cannes Lions and he was in Los Angeles during the BET Awards, but he didn't go to the actual awards show. This will not stop these two from talking about the awards show though. Are we the only ones that noticed that stage presence seemed to be a priority this year?   11:30 Michael Jackson died on June 25th 10 years ago. Is his musical and cultural legacy still intact after a decade of new artists, controversies and documentaries throwing dirt on his name?   18:50 Branden woke up on June 25 and wore a Purple Rain t-shirt not even knowing that Prince's "Purple Rain" came on out the same day 35 years ago. Listen as the guys discuss the impact Prince and that album had on their young lives. Is it the best movie soundtrack of all time?   30:00 The duo talks about new music they are looking forward to hearing including new albums from E-40, Big Krit as well as Freddie Gibbs and Madlib.

Freaknik 2019?

Quick history lesson: On Day 1 Radio's second show ever back in 2013, we interviewed fashion entrepreneur Gerard Murray, the man behind popular brands like School of Hard Knocks (SOHK) and Tradition Ever Since. Fast forward to today, we are talking to Murray again about a new fashion venture, but this time, we're also talking with his son Tahir as he carries on the family legacy with a new clothing line, Legacy History Pride (LHP). Listen as we talk about their journey, HBCU pride and the ins and outs of the licensing game.   2:45 - The transition from Tradition to LHP: LHP is the third generation of entrepreneurship for the family as Gerard's father founded legendary NYC store Von's Inc. Gerard and Tahir talk about how they are transitioning from one company to another and the bumps and bruises that come along with it. Tahir also explains what it means to have a luxury HBCU brand.   13:15 - The Licensing Game: Gerard is a vet in the licensing game and gives up the game on what's really going on. He reveals that there's basically one company that handles the licensing for every NCAA school and they don't give it out to just anybody. He also talks about how his good reputation led to Tahir getting a licensing for LHP.   19:45 - HBCU Enrollment: HBCU enrollment has gone up and down over the years. Gerard and Tahir break down how that impacts what schools they decide to do business with and produce products for. Tahir, who is currently a junior (and a DJ) at Howard University, talks about what is like running the company while attending school. Gerard also talks about the boom of HBCU-centered brands over the last few years.   26:00 - Tahir Interns at J. Crew: Tahir secured a coveted internship with J. Crew during one of his summer breaks. He talks about some of the business knowledge he picked up there and seeing how first hand the streets influence culture all the way up the corporate level. Gerard and Tahir also talk about how difficult it is to get real information on how to get into the fashion industry and stay there.   33:00 - HBCU Trivia: Branden quizzes Gerard and Tahir with some HBCU trivia questions. Tahir quickly turns it into a competition.   Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Quick history lesson: On Day 1 Radio's second show ever back in 2013, we interviewed fashion entrepreneur Gerard Murray, the man behind popular brands like School of Hard Knocks (SOHK) and Tradition Ever Since. Fast forward to today, we are talking to Murray again about a new fashion venture, but this time, we're also talking with his son Tahir as he carries on the family legacy with a new clothing line, <a href="shoplhp.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Legacy History Pride (LHP)</a>. Listen as we talk about their journey, HBCU pride and the ins and outs of the licensing game.   2:45 - The transition from Tradition to LHP: LHP is the third generation of entrepreneurship for the family as Gerard's father founded legendary NYC store Von's Inc. Gerard and Tahir talk about how they are transitioning from one company to another and the bumps and bruises that come along with it. Tahir also explains what it means to have a luxury HBCU brand.   13:15 - The Licensing Game: Gerard is a vet in the licensing game and gives up the game on what's really going on. He reveals that there's basically one company that handles the licensing for every NCAA school and they don't give it out to just anybody. He also talks about how his good reputation led to Tahir getting a licensing for LHP.   19:45 - HBCU Enrollment: HBCU enrollment has gone up and down over the years. Gerard and Tahir break down how that impacts what schools they decide to do business with and produce products for. Tahir, who is currently a junior (and a DJ) at Howard University, talks about what is like running the company while attending school. Gerard also talks about the boom of HBCU-centered brands over the last few years.   26:00 - Tahir Interns at J. Crew: Tahir secured a coveted internship with J. Crew during one of his summer breaks. He talks about some of the business knowledge he picked up there and seeing how first hand the streets influence culture all the way up the corporate level. Gerard and Tahir also talk about how difficult it is to get real information on how to get into the fashion industry and stay there.   33:00 - HBCU Trivia: Branden quizzes Gerard and Tahir with some HBCU trivia questions. Tahir quickly turns it into a competition.  <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/%E2%80%A6/podcast/day-1-radio/id1024614112%E2%80%A6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Day 1 Radio</a> podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Biz of HBCU Fashion w/LHP

There was quite a bit to catch up and talk about this week, which is why Branden and Maurice are delivering another no guest show. This week they discussed the new Dave Chappelle "Sticks and Stones" Netflix comedy special, Malik Yoba's recent, er, revelation, and how the media approached Kevin Hart's recent car accident. They also chopped it up about some of the new music they are enjoying right now. Side note: not sure how neither one of them managed to mention the new Villain Park album on air, but yeah, go check that out too, they both like it.   3:00 - Dave Chappelle's special. Maurice has already watched it four times and Branden actually went to go see it live when it was taped in Atlanta, so yeah, they have plenty to say about it. But even beyond that, they discuss why and how it is so easy for everyone to have so much to say about Chappelle's brand of comedy, that hasn't really changed since the 90s.   7:14 - Malik Yoba finds transsexual women attractive? Actor Malik Yoba sent shockwaves through social media when he managed to reveal that he find transsexual women attractive and that he will be a guest speaker at an upcoming transsexual conference. This comes on the heels of him expressing sympathy over a recent story about a man who mocked for having sex with transsexuals. Branden and Reese explore what Yoba's true motives may be and why so much fuss is being made over his revelation.    23:00 Kevin Hart's car accident sparks rumors. Kevin Hart is not a lot of people's favorite person these days. So much that when it was reported that he was in a car accident, he was simultaneously getting accused of being in the car doing things with a woman who was not his wife. Branden asks why the media was so quick to "Teddy Pendergrass" Hart.   26:00 New Music. Branden and Reese have a pretty lengthy talk about Rapsody's new album and if she should be considered an elite MC.   35:00 One Music Fest. The 10th annual One Music Fest is happening this weekend in Atlanta and Branden and Maurice talk about how far the festival has come and what they are looking forward to seeing this weekend.    Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

There was quite a bit to catch up and talk about this week, which is why Branden and Maurice are delivering another no guest show. This week they discussed the new Dave Chappelle "Sticks and Stones" Netflix comedy special, Malik Yoba's recent, er, revelation, and how the media approached Kevin Hart's recent car accident. They also chopped it up about some of the new music they are enjoying right now. Side note: not sure how neither one of them managed to mention the new Villain Park album on air, but yeah, go check that out too, they both like it.   3:00 - Dave Chappelle's special. Maurice has already watched it four times and Branden actually went to go see it live when it was taped in Atlanta, so yeah, they have plenty to say about it. But even beyond that, they discuss why and how it is so easy for everyone to have so much to say about Chappelle's brand of comedy, that hasn't really changed since the 90s.   7:14 - Malik Yoba finds transsexual women attractive? Actor Malik Yoba sent shockwaves through social media when he managed to reveal that he find transsexual women attractive and that he will be a guest speaker at an upcoming transsexual conference. This comes on the heels of him expressing sympathy over a recent story about a man who mocked for having sex with transsexuals. Branden and Reese explore what Yoba's true motives may be and why so much fuss is being made over his revelation.    23:00 Kevin Hart's car accident sparks rumors. Kevin Hart is not a lot of people's favorite person these days. So much that when it was reported that he was in a car accident, he was simultaneously getting accused of being in the car doing things with a woman who was not his wife. Branden asks why the media was so quick to "Teddy Pendergrass" Hart.   26:00 New Music. Branden and Reese have a pretty lengthy talk about Rapsody's new album and if she should be considered an elite MC.   35:00 One Music Fest. The 10th annual One Music Fest is happening this weekend in Atlanta and Branden and Maurice talk about how far the festival has come and what they are looking forward to seeing this weekend. <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/%E2%80%A6/podcast/day-1-radio/id1024614112%E2%80%A6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Day 1 Radio</a> podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Everybody Got Choices

This week's episode of Day 1 Radio features two men behind a short film that is bound to strike up plenty of conversations once it's shown to the masses. The film's writer and producer Coffey and actor Nashawn Kearse stopped by to talk about About the People, a short film that can best be described as a fly-on-the-wall view of the conversation that Black people in America have after each police shooting or any other injustice African-Americans almost exclusively experience. Coffey and Kearse share what it's been like touring the festival circuit, creating the film and what they hope viewers walk away with after watching.   1:15 - About the People got a standing ovation at a Martha's Vineyards film festival. But Coffee admits that the applause was hard to enjoy given that many of the issues talked about in the film continue to happen.  4:00 - Nashawn talks about why he chose to take this role and Coffey speaks on the reactions he got from the rest of the cast when they first read the script. Nashawn calls it "our version of '12 Angry Men.'    6:00 - The emotions ran very high on the set. Nashawn describes it as "raw." Coffey talks about how this high-powered cast came together.    13:30 - About the People left no stones unturned as they talked about some rarely spoken about realities from the Civil Rights movement and how that impacted future generations.    17:00 - Coffey admits that while most of the feedback on the film has been positive, not every film festival has been willing to show it.    22:00 - The guest and the hosts share their thoughts on recent events including Eric Garner's killer Daniel Pantaleo getting six-figure GoFundMe donations and the NYPD Sergeant who oversaw him only getting punished by losing vacation days.   35:30 - Nashawn and Coffey share their aspirations for the film and hopes it gives people ideas.   Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

This week's episode of Day 1 Radio features two men behind a short film that is bound to strike up plenty of conversations once it's shown to the masses. The film's writer and producer Coffey and actor Nashawn Kearse stopped by to talk about About the People, a short film that can best be described as a fly-on-the-wall view of the conversation that Black people in America have after each police shooting or any other injustice African-Americans almost exclusively experience. Coffey and Kearse share what it's been like touring the festival circuit, creating the film and what they hope viewers walk away with after watching.   1:15 - About the People got a standing ovation at a Martha's Vineyards film festival. But Coffee admits that the applause was hard to enjoy given that many of the issues talked about in the film continue to happen.  4:00 - Nashawn talks about why he chose to take this role and Coffey speaks on the reactions he got from the rest of the cast when they first read the script. Nashawn calls it "our version of '12 Angry Men.'    6:00 - The emotions ran very high on the set. Nashawn describes it as "raw." Coffey talks about how this high-powered cast came together.    13:30 - About the People left no stones unturned as they talked about some rarely spoken about realities from the Civil Rights movement and how that impacted future generations.    17:00 - Coffey admits that while most of the feedback on the film has been positive, not every film festival has been willing to show it.    22:00 - The guest and the hosts share their thoughts on recent events including Eric Garner's killer Daniel Pantaleo getting six-figure GoFundMe donations and the NYPD Sergeant who oversaw him only getting punished by losing vacation days.   35:30 - Nashawn and Coffey share their aspirations for the film and hopes it gives people ideas.  <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/%E2%80%A6/podcast/day-1-radio/id1024614112%E2%80%A6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Day 1 Radio</a> podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

About The People w/Coffey & Nashawn Kearse

Sneaker God Drew Greer is this week's guest on Day 1 Radio. In the aftermath of Kobe Bryant's death, we get him to talk about his time working directly with Kobe during his Nike days.  In other parts of the conversation, we talk about his history in the shoe and fashion game that includes being the Black product director at Ralph Lauren and 1st Black VP of product at Under Armour. Listen, laugh and learn.   2:30 - Drew worked at NIKE for over a decade and he is the brain behind re-branding Kobe Bryant when he joined the company right before the Colorado incident, which he was acquitted of. In the days after Kobe's untimely death, Drew talks about the climate at the time and the grassroots work that went into truly acclimating Kobe into L.A. culture and reworking his public image.   8:00 - Branden and Drew talk about what sets Kobe apart from Michael Jordan when it comes to sharing knowledge with younger players. The discussion also leads to Kobe potentially bringing more light to the WNBA and women's basketball globally. We also talk about why Kobe's death is a little different from other "celebrity" deaths.   16:30 - Drew was one of the masterminds behind Kobe's viral commercial where he jumped over a speeding Ashton Martin. He talks about the making of the commercial and the impact it made. Also, during his time at Nike, Drew brokered the iconic Wu-Tang Dunks and Roc-A-Fella AF1. We also learn that, on the low, he is the man responsible for "retros" becoming a thing.   28:45 - Drew talks about the good and the bad of sneaker brands getting away from sports and doing more signature sneakers with celebrities. He also speaks on how he would've launched Big Baller Brand.   36:05 - Is Drew responsible for us not being able to get our favorite sneakers? Here Drew talks about the intention behind building the idea of the "limited edition" sneaker model and what it has turned into today.   45:00 - Drew steps into the Hip Hop Trivia arena and gets tested on sports, sneakers, and Hip-Hop.    Day 1 Radio podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Sneaker God Drew Greer is this week's guest on Day 1 Radio. In the aftermath of Kobe Bryant's death, we get him to talk about his time working directly with Kobe during his Nike days.  In other parts of the conversation, we talk about his history in the shoe and fashion game that includes being the Black product director at Ralph Lauren and 1st Black VP of product at Under Armour. Listen, laugh and learn.   2:30 - Drew worked at NIKE for over a decade and he is the brain behind re-branding Kobe Bryant when he joined the company right before the Colorado incident, which he was acquitted of. In the days after Kobe's untimely death, Drew talks about the climate at the time and the grassroots work that went into truly acclimating Kobe into L.A. culture and reworking his public image.   8:00 - Branden and Drew talk about what sets Kobe apart from Michael Jordan when it comes to sharing knowledge with younger players. The discussion also leads to Kobe potentially bringing more light to the WNBA and women's basketball globally. We also talk about why Kobe's death is a little different from other "celebrity" deaths.   16:30 - Drew was one of the masterminds behind Kobe's viral commercial where he jumped over a speeding Ashton Martin. He talks about the making of the commercial and the impact it made. Also, during his time at Nike, Drew brokered the iconic Wu-Tang Dunks and Roc-A-Fella AF1. We also learn that, on the low, he is the man responsible for "retros" becoming a thing.   28:45 - Drew talks about the good and the bad of sneaker brands getting away from sports and doing more signature sneakers with celebrities. He also speaks on how he would've launched Big Baller Brand.   36:05 - Is Drew responsible for us not being able to get our favorite sneakers? Here Drew talks about the intention behind building the idea of the "limited edition" sneaker model and what it has turned into today.   45:00 - Drew steps into the Hip Hop Trivia arena and gets tested on sports, sneakers, and Hip-Hop.   <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/%E2%80%A6/podcast/day-1-radio/id1024614112%E2%80%A6" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Day 1 Radio</a> podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public, and CLNS Mobile Media app. Follow us on Twitter, FB, and IG at @day1radio

Kobe, Kicks & Hip-Hop w/ Drew L. Greer

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