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Jan. 12, 2026

Freezing Hip-Hip History Through the Lens

RetroChris didn’t wait for permission or connections. After receiving his first camera as a kid, he started cold-calling his way into event photography with nothing but confidence and curiosity. That relentless grind led him ...

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Jan. 7, 2026

OSA Man: Built by Culture, Tested by the Industry

E Book: https://payhip.com/b/JGbr4 Platform support: Andreas Cooke OSA Man has been immersed in music his entire life—first as a devoted listener, now as a fearless creator. With influences spanning reggae, rock & roll, and h...

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Dec. 12, 2025

The Ninth Child: A Life of Secrets, Survival and Rebellion

E Book for podcasting: https://payhip.com/b/JGbr4 https://buymeacoffee.com/bankedouttradioshow Tina Marie has survived chapters most people could never imagine. As the ninth of ten children, she grew up surrounded by chaos, s...

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Dec. 10, 2025

Echoes of Defiance: The Sharlotta Experience

E Book Start your Own Podcast https://payhip.com/b/JGbr4 Sharlotta is a powerhouse vocalist and creator from Fort Worth, Texas—an artist whose talent showed early and never stopped evolving. A music scholarship carried her in...

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Dec. 8, 2025

Chips & Loafers: Love, Laughs and a Little Crunch

https://mydeals.page/1gso Podcast E Book: https://payhip.com/b/JGbr4 Penny and Nygee are two powerhouse souls whose paths have crossed for years, never realizing destiny had been quietly aligning them all along. They each liv...

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Dec. 6, 2025

From Detours to Destiny: The Rebirth of Candii Lashay

"Candii Lashay is a natural-born star with roots in a small town and dreams far bigger than her surroundings. Her journey into the music industry hasn’t been easy. From early pitfalls to creative detours, she’s battled the sa...

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Dec. 5, 2025

Beauty, Business & Big Bags

E:Book https://payhip.com/b/JGbr4 Deals Page: https://mydeals.page/1gso Our interview with Carmen Evans of AskCarmenTV was nothing short of enlightening. An esthetician with over 15 years of experience, Carmen hails from a sm...

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Dec. 2, 2025

Catching a 2nd wind in Music

Our interview with Pryce Jones brought us back to the essence of hip hop. The New York lyricist—now calling Virginia home—grew up studying bars, penning meaningful songs, and staying true to the craft. His talent took him to ...

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Nov. 28, 2025

Beats & Relationship Building

Kodak Beatz has been a driving force in the music industry for over 15 years. His dedication to soundcraft and production has opened doors to collaborations with notable names and earned him international opportunities. A sta...

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Nov. 26, 2025

Music Goals, Drive & Ascension

Kaia J returns for her second interview with us—this time sharper, bolder, and more unstoppable than ever. An emerging recording artist with no creative limits, she stepped away briefly but has come back with full force. Her ...

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Nov. 24, 2025

Relationships, Determination & Drive

Gary Watkins is no stranger to the show — and his evolution since we last sat down with him is nothing short of inspiring. What began as a passion for photography has transformed into a full-blown creative powerhouse. Gary ha...

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Nov. 21, 2025

From Dance Shoes to Director's Views

On this episode, we sit down with Toy Blackmon, the definition of a creator’s creator. Her journey started as a CNA, but she quickly carved her own lane through pure hustle and reinvention. From dancing on the poles to modeli...

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Nov. 18, 2025

Standing Out, Being Different

Our interview with Hustle Zombie was a refreshing look into what it truly means to be an artist. Approaching music from a deeply creative standpoint, he isn’t your typical rapper—he thrives on live performance, lyrical depth,...

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Nov. 13, 2025

Accounting Taxes & More (The Ugly Side of Entrepreneurship)

In this episode, we sit down with Ashley Lawson , a dedicated tax preparer who has been serving clients since 2020. Ashley specializes in both individual (1040) and business tax returns , bringing a deep commitment to accurac...

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Nov. 12, 2025

Turn a Penny into $10k

Have you every left a penny on the ground? We'll George Ishee will tell you that you passed up on making $10k. We dove into his history and how he came up with a strategy to help relieve people from financial pressure. With m...

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Nov. 5, 2025

Finding Your Confidence

Janya J who is singer who initially got her start in Albany, GA has branched out and started flourishing in Macon, GA on the music scene. She was nominated for the 4th annual 478 awards. Although she didn't win, she has been ...

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