Best Matthew Reyes Podcasts (2024)

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Attending Weddings as Guests with Chris & Devin - E137 27:24

1h ago27:24

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Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs and Chris Dalla Riva of Can't Get Much Higher & his girlfriend Devin chat about being guests at their friends' weddings. See Chris's conversation with Matt on Can't Get Much Higher. Show Notes: -Attending Friends' Weddings -How Devin & Chris Met -About Devin & Chris -Unity Ceremonies -Church Weddings -Cocktail H…

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S2E13: Understanding Trends, Staying Ahead of the Next Big Story 9:43

2h ago9:43

9:43

This episode is a thank you message to the listeners and a recap of the topics covered so far in Season 2 that include issues being discussed on this show well before they emerge in legacy media coverage. Brian emphasizes the importance of understanding big global trends and the benefits of staying ahead of the next big story, so you can confidentl…

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DJing with a Disability & Inspiration with Alex Reyes - E136 46:53

15h ago46:53

46:53

Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs and Alejandro “Alex” Reyes of DJ Alex Reyes Entertainment chat about his inspirational story of living life with a disability. Alejandro Alex Reyes is the proud owner of DJ Alex Reyes Entertainment based in #fremont CA. His company has provided Mobile DJ Sound Reinforcement & Uplight services all over the SF Bay…

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S2E12: The US-China Cyber Rivalry with Foreign Policy Magazine Reporter, Rishi Iyengar 1:02:47

10d ago1:02:47

1:02:47

Rishi Iyengar, the global technology reporter for Foreign Policy Magazine, joins Brian for a conversation on the US-China cyber rivalry and the strategic objectives of both countries in cyber space. He explains that the US sees itself as a cyber defender, focusing on critical infrastructure protection, while China has shifted its tactics to become …

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Spotify versus Wedding DJ with Tarcy Schindelka - E135 23:39

7d ago23:39

23:39

Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs and Tarcy Schindelka of Advanced Entertainment in Canada discuss having Spotify versus a wedding DJ. Tarcy Schindelka is the owner of Advanced Entertainment in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. He started the business as a hobby in 2007, and it has since grown into a full-time full-service event entertainment company, …

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DJX 2024 DJ Show Preview - E134 37:39

1h ago37:39

37:39

Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs and Shawn Hazan and Jim Tremayne from DJX DJ Show chat about what to expect from the 2024 conference. Follow DJX: Website: https://www.djxshow.com FB: @DJXShowOfficial IG: @DJXShowOfficial Use Promo Code: DJXMWS407 Show Notes: -History of DJX and DJ Expo -Change of Ownership -Preserve and Evolve -Meet Shawn Haza…

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Sissòn 1:19:59

15d ago1:19:59

1:19:59

This week Sissòn joins us to talk about some of the influences that shaped his identity and the things that inspire him most. Hailing from Arizona and now based in Los Angeles, Sissòn is a multi-disciplinary artist whose paintings and works have graced galleries and museums worldwide over the past decade. In our conversation, he discusses the intri…

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S2E11: How Women Win the Presidency in Latin America and Beyond w/ Catherine Reyes-Housholder, PhD 1:02:44

20d ago1:02:44

1:02:44

Catherine Reyes-Housholder, PhD, joins Brian for a conversation about women in positions of political power in Latin America and beyond, particularly their rise to the presidency. Catherine is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Political Science within the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile. She is also an Associate Researcher at the u…

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Bailey Taylor - Now I Do EP & Planning a Wedding - E133 23:48

2d ago23:48

23:48

Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs and Bailey Taylor is a singer-songwriter based in Nashville and planned her wedding on June 28th. Bailey Taylor brings her fresh take on country music from Pennsylvania to Tennessee through her honest storytelling and a rosy sense of humor. Bailey, affectionately known to others as BayTay, has the head of a drea…

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S2E10: Using AI to Improve Access to Mental Health Care Services 58:12

7d ago58:12

58:12

As the need for mental health care services continues to rise across the world, access to the system of care continues to be a major challenge. A shortage of mental health care providers combined with confusion about how to seek help in a complex, often siloed care system has led to needless suffering for individuals and families. Ben Carrington, a…

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DJ'n LGBTQ+ Weddings with Tori Vee - E132 35:36

9d ago35:36

35:36

Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs and Tori Vee, VP of Washburn Entertainment, chat about DJing LGBTQ+ weddings. Recognized as the Best DJ in Ithaca, NY, in 2021 and receiving numerous awards, including victories in eclectic DJ contests at the Mobile Entertainment Expo in Las Vegas, DJ Tori Vee's journey began humbly as a dedicated musician. Thro…

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Episode #117 with Affinity Esports 2:02:42

1M ago2:02:42

2:02:42

Affinity Esports is Connecticut’s premier organization for healthier gaming experiences for all generations. AE is on a mission to redefine the gaming world, blending wellness, education, and inclusivity into every aspect of esports. Affinity is committed to leading a transformative movement, creating a balanced and nurturing environment where game…

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Suzy Exposito 1:15:31

1M ago1:15:31

1:15:31

Fresh off the scorching BET Awards red carpet Yash is back with special guest Suzy Exposito AKA Brujacore. Suzy is a New Jersey born, Miami raised, and LA based freelance writer and editor who has bylines Rolling Stone, LA Times, Vogue, Elle, NPR, Remezcla, Revolver and more. We get right down to business about all girls band camp, how Goth is no l…

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DJ'n Indian Weddings with Rohit Goswamy - E131 34:14

1M ago34:14

34:14

Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs and Rohit Goswamy of Dhol Beat International (DBI) chat about DJing Indian weddings. Connect with Rohit Goswamy Website: https://www.bookdjrohit.com IG: @djrohitgoswamy Show Notes: -Memorable Wedding Moment -Meet DJ Rohit -Booking Indian Weddings -Unique Moments of Indian Weddings -Ceremony Music -Break After Ce…

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Yash 58:01

1M ago58:01

58:01

Smack in the middle of a heatwave Yash returns from a trip to New York with even more flames. We talk about a forthcoming Clipse reunion album and the prospect of a Re-up Gang come back, opting out of Kendrick's 'The Pop Out' show, 2Hollis' excellent 'boy' album, Wu Tang's long lost album that has now somehow been converted to an $1 NFT, and the th…

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DJ'n Latin Wedding with Dre Ovalle - E130 23:19

24d ago23:19

23:19

Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs and Dre Ovalle of DJ Dre Ovalle chat about DJing Latin weddings. For as long as anyone remembers, Dre Ovalle has split his time between music, books, and learning. An avid reader and obsessed fan of heavy metal and electronic dance music since his early years in Trenton, NJ. Dre’s varied fixations have taken him…

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S2E9: A Conversation About Public Safety with Award-Winning Filmmaker and Best-Selling Author, Matthew Solomon 1:00:15

24d ago1:00:15

1:00:15

Matthew Solomon, a filmmaker and conflict resolution expert, joins Brian for a conversation about his documentary, Reimagining Safety, and the growing demands for new approaches to ensure public safety. Matthew shares his personal experiences growing up in a diverse community and witnessing differences in how local police interacted with his friend…

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DJ Company Multi-Ops with Mary Nisi - E129 37:23

2M ago37:23

37:23

Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs and Mary Nisi of Toast & Jam DJs chat about running a multi-op DJ company, music, and so much more. Connect with Mary Nisi Website: https://toastandjamdjs.com IG/FB: @toastandjamdjs Lab: https://lab.toastandjamdjs.com Show Notes: -Memorable Wedding Moments -Managing Weddings -Meet Mary Nisi -Inclusive Website an…

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Episode #116 with Sam Reyes 1:33:13

2M ago1:33:13

1:33:13

Sam Reyes is the owner and head bartender of Mariposa Taqueria, a Latin-American inspired restaurant located in Danbury, CT which was formerly know as Mezon. Sam is a member of the Reyes family, which owns incredible establishments around Danbury and the state such as Mines Carne, Amigos Deli, and Mecha Noodle Bar. Recently, Sam took him the award …

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Matthew Ritchie 1:11:17

2M ago1:11:17

1:11:17

Matthew Ritchie is a music, culture and sports writer who is also a contributor at Pitchfork and has written stories for GQ, Chicago Reader, Rolling Stone, Passion of The Weiss, and others. In this episode we try our damndest to focus on one body of work and cannonball directly into Mach-Hommy's #RICHAXXHATIAN album which Matthew reviewed for Pitch…

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Little Girl The Remix with E. Walter Smith - E128 28:14

1M ago28:14

28:14

Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs and singer/songwriter E. Walter Smith chat about his new song "Little Girl The Remix" and his career. Purchase "Little Girl - The Remix" E. Walter Smith’s “Wedding Day!” is the perfect soundtrack to the most important day of a couple’s life…Wedding Day! The honey baritone, Pop/R&B/Dance singer/songwriter’s caree…

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Vivian Medithi 1:13:32

2M ago1:13:32

1:13:32

Vivian Medithi is resident rap corrrespondent at The FADER who has bylines at Pitchfork, NoBells, HipHopDX, Los Angeles Review of Books and more. We talk about Milwaukee rapper Myaap whose excellent song "MLK" and new project produced by Nedarb of Gothboy Click fame is a hidden gem (for now). We break down the details of Atlanta rapper Slimesito an…

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Photo Booths & Add-ons with Geoff Pusko - E127 31:08

2M ago31:08

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Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs and Geoff Pusko of Local Motion Entertainment chat about photo booths and DJ add-ons. Geoff Pusko grew up in Cheshire, Connecticut, and graduated from Cooperative Arts & Humanities High School in New Haven, CT, studying and playing the piano extensively. Although he began deejaying weddings at the age of 18, in …

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S2E8: Preventing Human Trafficking and Abuses in Sports with Claudia Villa 59:16

2M ago59:16

59:16

While the world watches in amazement as the best athletes on Earth compete for the top global prizes in their respective sport, there are criminals lurking in the shadows of these events and behind the scenes. Joining Brian to discuss the dark sidelines of these international competitions is Claudia Villa. She is an International Safeguarding Speci…

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Special Wedding Songs with DJ JayP - E126 34:28

2M ago34:28

34:28

Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs and DJ Jay P of Alliance Entertainment Group chat about special songs at weddings. DJ JayP is a seasoned professional disc jockey with an impressive track record spanning over 25 years. By attending yearly DJ & Event conferences and engaging in regular social interactions with fellow industry professionals, DJ J…

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Jayson Buford 55:11

3M ago55:11

55:11

Jayson Buford is a journalist from Harlem, NY covering culture, music, and sports who has written for publications like Rolling Stone, Pitchfork, Vanity Fair, Stereogum, and more. He joins us today to talk about our beloved Knicks and all things endemic to the greatest city in the world. Our expert analysis leads us to the conclusion that Donté DiV…

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The Marquee Show with Keith "K.C." KoKoruz - E125 34:59

2M ago34:59

34:59

Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs and Keith "K.C." KoKoruz of The Marquee Entertainment & Hospitality Conference chat about the 2024 show and attending conferences. Keith "K.C." KoKoruz is the owner and producer of the Marquee Entertainment and Hospitality Conference happening June 24-27, 2024 in Chicago. He is also a serial entrepreneur and own…

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Franz De Los Reyes 56:07

3M ago56:07

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Franz De Los Reyes is a music executive and Senior Vice President of Marketing at SALXCO (The Weeknd, Nav, Metro Boomin and more) who has previously held positions at three major labels including Def Jam, Epic and Warner Records. He shares how he broke into the music industry by being the squeeky wheel and building lasting relationships along with …

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S2E7: An Update on Cybersecurity Threats, Ransomware Attacks and the Potential Role of AI w/ Diegesis CEO, Nick Denning 1:27:19

3M ago1:27:19

1:27:19

Nick Denning, Diegesis CEO, joins Brian for a second conversation on the current and emerging challenges in cybersecurity that every leader needs to know to protect their organization and the public should be aware of. Season 1, Episode 6 was the first converstion for those who want a refresher. In this conversation, Brian and Nick discuss the incr…

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Southern Weddings with Travis Bizzell - E124 30:12

3M ago30:12

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Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs and Travis Bizzell of FMG Event Co chat about Southern Weddings. Travis Bizzell, owner of FMG Event Co specializes in transforming weddings into electrifying celebrations. Raised in NYC and now igniting wedding celebrations across the Carolinas, Travis brings a fusion of big-city energy and Southern charm to eve…

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Cocktail Hour Music with Gregg Hollmann - E123 30:12

3M ago30:12

30:12

Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs and Gregg Hollmann of Ambient DJ Service chat about the music played during cocktail hour. Gregg Hollmann, aka "DJ Gregg Ambient" is the owner/founder of New Jersey-based Ambient DJ Service. Gregg formerly served as the President of the East Coast's leading professional DJ association The New Jersey Disc Jockey …

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S2E6: Protecting Ourselves Against Artificial Intelligence Abuses w/ David Evan Harris 1:19:10

3M ago1:19:10

1:19:10

Brian interviews David Evan Harris, a Chancellor’s Public Scholar at UC Berkeley and a continuing lecturer at the Haas School of Business. The main topic of the conversation is the race to safeguard against the risks of artifical intelligence misuse. David teaches courses including AI Ethics for Leaders; Social Movements & Social Media; Civic Techn…

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Alphonse Pierre 1:15:53

3M ago1:15:53

1:15:53

Alphonse Pierre is a music critic and journalist at Pitchfork. He joins us from home base in Canarsie, Brooklyn where an ice cream truck soundtracks our conversation about the Knicks and the 76ers round 1 playoff bloodbath. We talk about Ice Spice's timely verse on Cash Cobaine's "Fisherr" remix and how an independently released song can get ratche…

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Episode #115 with Jonathan Mendonca 1:28:12

3M ago1:28:12

1:28:12

Fellow Brookfield resident Jonathan Mendonca is the author of the best selling book, “Life on Life’s Terms” which is a fascinating and inspiring true story from 10 years of opiate addiction to 4 years of sobriety, and all the lessons learned along the way. Life on Life’s Terms is a success story of self growth and realization through the eyes of an…

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Hiring a Wedding DJ with Drew Lum - E122 30:02

3M ago30:02

30:02

Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs and Drew Lum of True Entertainment 702 chat about tips for hiring a wedding DJ. Drew Lum, a DJ/Emcee with 14 years of experience in Las Vegas, and Owner of True Entertainment 702. With a passion for crafting truly memorable experiences both on and off the dance floor, he strives to go above and beyond for his cl…

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Booking Wedding DJs with Jay the DJ (Dj Lyrix) - E121 31:53

3M ago31:53

31:53

Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs and Jay the DJ (DJ Lyrix) of All in 1 Events chat about hiring the right DJ. Jay the DJ, and owner of All In 1 Events, brings his expertise from Southern California to Vegas, specializing in rocking weddings and organizing unforgettable events. With a passion for music and a commitment to creating memorable expe…

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Yash 32:09

4M ago32:09

32:09

Fresh off of Coachella weekend and his day of birth Yash is back with a solo pod talking about the rare sites that the annual festival has to offer with takes on performances by Lana Del Rey, Peso Pluma, Lil Uzi Vert, Justice's return and more. He also gets into the lame rap "beef(s)" of the moment and the dominoe effect Kendrick's "Like That" vers…

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Wedding Lighting with Daryl Bennett - E120 20:11

4M ago20:11

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Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs and DJ Daryl Bennett of ADM Productions chat about wedding lighting. Daryl is a DJ and Owner of the Utah-based DJ company, ADM Productions. He is a DJ content creator, educator, and keynote speaker. He is passionate about how lighting impacts live events. Show Notes: -Memorable Wedding Moment -About Daryl and AD…

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S2E5: Rethinking the U.S. Education System & Supporting Teachers w/ Matthew Ebert 1:15:18

4M ago1:15:18

1:15:18

Brian interviews Matthew Ebert, founder and principal of Ebert Educational Consulting and a former Baltimore Public School principal, about the state of the education system in the U.S. Matthew has 20+ years of experience in education, primarily focused on school leadership in urban settings. Matthew's consulting is grounded in his experiences as a…

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Episode #114 with Seby Martinez & Kurt Vinci 1:50:22

4M ago1:50:22

1:50:22

Seby Martinez & Kurt Vinci are the founders and owners of Negative Kitty, an indie studio headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, bringing wickedly creative animation and video to artists and brands in need of some visual (and conceptual) edge. Having been established in 2021, and serving the Northeast and beyond, Negative Kitty has worked with indie …

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Creating a Wedding Playlist with DJ Brettly - E119 45:23

4M ago45:23

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Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs and DJ Brettly of Ever After Entertainment chat about creating a wedding playlist and his story of survival! DJ Brettly; Weddings and Clubs. Currently a resident DJ at several clubs in Minnesota and Wisconsin, on several wedding venue preferred lists, Best of La Crosse Winners Circle 2018 - 2023. From my beginni…

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S2E4: Qigong, Sound Therapy and Natural Healing Practices w/ Jennie Chan, Founder of Spectra Wellbeing 53:14

4M ago53:14

53:14

Brian interviews Jennie Chan, a Chinese medicine practitioner, Qigong (pronounced chee-guhng) instructor and founder of Spectra Wellbeing, a wellness company promoting the practice of Qigong in individivual and group settings. Brian and Jennie explore her personal story from high-powered, high-stress finance professional to traditional medicine pra…

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Sowmya Krishnamurthy 1:36:03

4M ago1:36:03

1:36:03

Sowmya Krishnamurthy is an accomplished journalist based in New York, originally from Michigan. She is the author of ‘Fashion Killa: How Hip Hop Revolutionized High Fashion,’ available now from Simon and Schuster / Gallery Books. Her work has been featured in Rolling Stone, XXL, Essence, Complex, Highsnobiety, Playboy, The Village Voice, and Time. …

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Pack the Dance Floor with Mike Bonaventura - E118 42:53

4M ago42:53

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Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs and Mike Bonaventura of Trans Audio chat about packing the dance floor at weddings! Mike's career has taken him to a 40-year career as a broadcaster, voice-over artist, and performing DJ & event planner for weddings and events in Northwest Indiana Chicagoland. In 2022 he acquired Trans Audio Mobile Music in his …

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S2E3: How Demographic Shifts Are Changing Politics, Business, Culture and Society w/ Bradley Schurman, Founder and CEO of Human Change 1:07:29

4M ago1:07:29

1:07:29

Brian welcomes demographic consultant, Bradley Schurman, back to the series for an updated and in-depth conversation on how key demographic trends are likely to impact politics, business, culture and societies around the world in the years to come. Bradley stands at the forefront of navigating the complexities of demographic evolution as the vision…

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Wedding Traditions with Jean Neuhart - E117 24:29

4M ago24:29

24:29

Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs and Jean Neuhart of Weddings From The Heart chat about wedding traditions and incorporating them into your wedding day. Jean Neuhart, the owner of Weddings From The Heart, is a wedding blogger, former planner, and author of 2 books, "Wedding Invitations, RSVPs, and More! Oh My!” and “From “I Will” to "I Do". You…

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Claire Bogle 1:08:54

5M ago1:08:54

1:08:54

Claire Bogle is a music manager, entrepreneur, and hypnotherapist from New Mexico with exquisite taste. She is the co-founder of Scoremore Productions which is responsible for throwing the first-ever tours and shows for artists like Kendrick Lamar, Mac Miller, J. Cole, Wiz Khalifa, and more. We talk about her rise to success behind the scenes drive…

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S2E2: Populism, Nationalism and the Rule of Law in Europe with Professor Carlo Ruzza 1:08:17

5M ago1:08:17

1:08:17

Brian is joined by Carlo Ruzza, Senior Professor of Political Sociology at the University of Trento School of International Studies, for a conversation on populism, nationalism, the rule of law and their interplay in the global political landscape. Carlo provides insights into the definitions and interpretations of these concepts and discusses how …

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Mother Son Dance Songs 2024 - E116 11:08

5M ago11:08

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Matthew Campbell of My Wedding Songs gives you a list of popular hits and unique alternatives as songs for a special dance between a groom and his mother. Plus get mother and son dance songs to play based on the type of relationship they have. View a list of the best mother-and-son dance songs here. A Word About My Wedding Songs My Wedding Songs is…

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Peter A. Berry 58:55

5M ago58:55

58:55

Back at it with Peter A. Berry, writer and editor at large who has bylines in XXL, COMPLEX, Pitchfork, Okayplayer and more. We talk about how we connected via my reaction to an Uncle Murda video clip that Peter put a wild spin on and how it lead to this unique episode diving into one album that has made a significant impact this year already which …

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