In this episode of The Check-In with Black Menswear, NeAndre sits down with the inspirational Derrick Hayes, as he shares his journey from being an inner-city kid to becoming a successful entrepreneur. He discusses the importance of passion, perseverance, and breaking generational curses. Discover how business saved his life and how he built a mult…

On this episode of The Check-In with Black Menswear, NeAndre sits down with recording artist K Camp in Atlanta, GA. They discuss K Camp's background, his journey in the music industry, and the importance of staying relevant and building momentum. K Camp also shares insights on being an independent artist and the challenges and rewards that come wit…

In this episode, NeAndre stops by the beautiful W Hotel in West Beverly Hills, to sit down with Quentin Thrash, a talented designer and stylist who has made a name for himself in the fashion industry. Thrash shares his journey from a small-town country boy to success in fashion. He shares how his authentic approach and bold style have propelled him…

In this episode of The Check In with Black Menswear NeAndre sits down with Trell Thomas, a trailblazer in the realm of Black excellence. They discuss Trell's journey from New York to Los Angeles, the importance of authenticity, and the evolution of his Black Excellence Brunch series. Trell shares his insights on execution, intentionality, and the p…

In this episode of The Check In with Black Menswear NeAndre sits down with Bradley Miller, also known as CKRTL (Control), to discuss his music and rising popularity. They explore who CKRTL is as an artist and why his music is resonating with so many people. The conversation delves into CKRTL's favorite instrument, his unapologetically black approac…

In this episode of The Check-In with Black Menswear NeAndre Broussard sits down with Uptown P, a talented designer, to delve into his unique fashion perspective. They discuss the stories behind Uptown P's designs and the importance of storytelling in fashion. The conversation also explores the strategic placement of oneself at events like fashion w…

On this episode of The Check In with Black Menswear NeAndre sits down with Corey Calliet, a renowned Hollywood trainer, to explore his journey and the reasons behind his large success. They discuss the concept of transformation and delve into the pivotal moments that led Corey down the path of personal development. Corey shares his perspective on t…

In this episode of The Check-In with Black Menswear, NeAndre speaks with James Anthony, a renowned photographer to the stars, about his journey, memorable experiences working with celebrities, and how he maintains his creative enthusiasm through it all. They delve into Anthony's awe-inspiring moments of collaboration and discuss how his life has ch…

In this episode of The Check-In with Black Menswear, NeAndre sits down with former NFL star RB Steven Jackson about his remarkable career and life after football. They delve into topics such as Steven's transition from the NFL, his content creation ventures, and his advocacy for retired NFL players. The conversation also explores Steven's initiativ…

In this episode of The Check-In with Black Menswear, NeAndre sits down with entrepreneur and philanthropist Style Bell live from The W Hotel in West Hollywood. Style is a top performer in the Herbalife organization, about his journey from humble beginnings to becoming a leader in the industry. They discuss the importance of purpose, the power of ge…

In this episode of The Check-In with Black Menswear, NeAndre is joined by Super Bowl Champion linebacker Brandon Marshall live from The Palms Studio in Las Vegas. They discuss Marshall's support of Colin Kaepernick and Marshall kneeling to start the 2016 season, his transition out of football, and his thoughts on the impact of the NFL on the Black …

In this episode of The Check-In, NeAndre Broussard sits down with former NBA player, CJ Watson live from The Palms Studio in Las Vegas. They discuss his journey to the NBA, his time playing for the Chicago Bulls, and his decision to go back to school while still playing professionally. They also delve into his grandmother's legacy, his work with th…

In this episode of The CHECK-IN, NeAndre sits down with R&B mainstay and recent #1 Billboard artist, Kenny Lattimore. Kenny shares that his love for music and understanding his gift is what keeps him relevant in music! With 25 years between chart topping hits, Kenny expresses some things that have allowed his music to transcend generations. With hi…

"Whales don't belong in a pond!" This episode highlighting Black History in Fashion is sponsored by our friends at State Farm. Like a good neighbor, State Fram is there. In this episode of The CHECK-IN, NeAndre sits down with luxury designer Rich Fresh. Fresh shares that his underdog mentality is really what's propelled him to the status he has tod…

"AUTHENTICITY. NETWORKING. NAVIGATING WITH A TEAM." In this episode of The CHECK-IN, NeAndre sits down with gospel artist Jonathan Nelson. Jonathan shares the three traits that have assisted him 20+ years in the music industry: authenticity, networking, and his team. Jonathan also talks about how important his family is to him and how mentors have …

"WE HAVE TO COMPETE AS A CULTURE..." In this episode of The CHECK-IN, NeAndre sits down with CEO and Financial Literacy Coach Marcus Barney. Marcus discusses why he partnered with EYL for EYL University powered by Recession Proof, the importance of his wife and family to his success, and he shares the best piece of advice he's ever received! Marcus…

In this episode of The CHECK-IN, NeAndre sits down with NBA player and entrepreneur Montrezl Harrell. Trezz talks through how being from a small town in NC helped motivate him to be the man he is today. He shared that he's blessed to play the game of basketball, but he's leveraging his earnings to start businesses, not just sit on the laurels of th…

In this episode of The CHECK-IN, NeAndre sits down with former NBA player and current fatherhood advocate Cuttino Mobley. In this discussion, Cuttino shares his journey from growing up in Philly to college in Rhode Island, to the NBA, and beyond! He breaks down cultural stigmas and reminds us that we teach people how to treat us with how we treat t…

"Everyone's time will come. It's just about being patient" -Akil In this episode of The CHECK-IN, NeAndre sits down with rising hockey sensation Akil Thomas. In this discussion, Akil shares life on the way to the NHL, what it meant to be a part of league history and Black history, and what it takes to play professional hockey! He reminds us that ev…

In this episode of The CHECK-IN, NeAndre sits down with Grammy nominated R&B singer, Tank. In this discussion, Tank shares his new album R&B Money, the secret to his longevity in the music industry, and what he's looking for in artists for his label! He reminds us to DO WHAT WE LOVE, no matter what field of work we're in. Take a listen to see how h…

This episode is a poignant one. Yes, believe it or not, this is the final episode of HandCut Radio. After three years and more than 50 episodes, we’re hanging up our microphones to pursue new projects. But, before we go, we wanted to respond to one frequent request that’s come up while we’ve made this podcast. A surprising number of you have been i…

We could think of no better way to wrap up this season of HandCut Radio than by revisiting an old guest, Mark Cho, co-founder of The Armoury and co-owner of Drake’s. We’ve called this episode “Mark Cho’s take on 2022” because a lot of the themes we explore – the ‘casualisation’ of style, the different ways men are reinventing suiting, the danger of…

This week we’re bending the rules of our New York style season slightly, by interviewing fellow Brit, Jason Jules. Regardless, his new book Black Ivy: A Revolt in Style is extremely pertinent to this season’s theme, given its concern with mid-century American style. Aleks and Jason explore Black Ivy in this episode, of course, but we also hear abou…

Imagine that you’re a young, 20-something clothing designer, and you’re self-funding the growth of your label. It’s going well and you’ve invested heavily in your next collection. Then, picture an overnight flash-flood, a warehouse filled with more than three feet of water, and half that collection being written off. Peter Middleton, the founder of…

This is the first of two ‘three years on’ episodes we’re featuring this season, with American brands that featured on HandCut Radio in the podcast’s infancy. Regular listeners will know that we’ve always admire Nicholas Ragosta and Agyesh Madan at Stòffa, and their work in building a luxury brand that’s as responsible as it is beautifully curated. …

This week HandCut Radio is coming to you from inside the pastel pink walls of F.E. Castleberry’s Greenwich Village atelier, as Aleks sits down with the brand’s founder, Fred Castleberry. Known for his creative, fashion-forward take on made-to-measure tailoring, and the dreamlike aesthetic of his campaigns, Fred has created a cult-brand with a razor…

This week’s episode of our New York City special is something of a departure from our normal service, in that it’s much more about storytelling than menswear. You can blame Aleks for this; the chance to quiz Air Mail deputy editor and New York Times bestselling author Michael Hainey on on his extraordinary career was just too much to handle. So, in…

Fun fact: when we decided to visit New York for this season of HandCut Radio, one name came up time and again: “you’ve gotta speak to Ouigi”, “oh, you’re headed to NYC, well then, make sure you speak to Ouigi…” So, we did. Ouigi Theodore is a pillar of the NYC style scene, and the founder of much-loved store, The Brooklyn Circus. He speaks to Aleks…

“The clothes that we think of as elitist came from a place of fun and irreverence,” says Jack Carlson, founder of New York based indie brand, Rowing Blazers. Over the past six years, Carlson and his team have democratised the clothes most associated with stuffy Ivy League and Oxbridge sporting institutions, giving them a new lease of life. We talk …

This week, Aleks meets Brian Davis, the founder of cult vintage American menswear store, Wooden Sleepers. Brian talks openly and honestly about the rollercoaster ride he experienced during the pandemic, which culminated in the closure of his beloved Red Hook store. He also talks about how life as a father has changed him, and why post-lockdowns, Wo…

Welcome to Season Six of HandCut Radio, our New York City Special. We’re kicking off the season with a creative heavyweight we’ve wanted to meet for years: Brendon Babenzien. Aleks speaks to the co-founder of Noah and creative director of J.Crew Men’s about why he thinks Preppy Style has been hijacked, how the Noah design team create for individual…

In this episode of The CHECK-IN, NeAndre sits down with Deveja Webb, social media influencer, author, and photographer socially known as @_DJuice. In this discussion with NeAndre, Deveja shares that consistently staying true to yourself will lead you to reaching your purpose. He motivates us to take the lessons as they come, even if they look like …

In this episode of The CHECK-IN, NeAndre sits down with Ryan Mundy, Former NFL Player and Founder of Alkeme Health Co., a digital health company with a mission to become the universal healthcare provider for the Black community. In this discussion with NeAndre, Ryan shares some guidance on his approach to filling a void that our community desperate…

In this episode of The CHECK-IN, NeAndre sits down with Jalen Clark of Black Wealth Renaissance, one of the top wealth education podcasts out there. In this discussion with NeAndre, Jalen shares a few gems related to entrepreneurship. He reminds us that failure kid a part of the growth process, as long as you use it the right way! Take a listen to …

In this episode of The CHECK-IN, NeAndre sits down with actor, author, advocate and investor, Hill Harper. In this discussion with NeAndre, Hill shares a few of his latest endeavors to impact the Black community on a path of financial freedom. He also highlights parts of his personal story and encourages us that taking risk may help you realize som…

In this episode of The CHECK-IN, NeAndre sits down with designer and entreprenuer Quentin Thrash. In this discussion NeAndre, Thrash shares what it was like to trush the process that has led him to designer some suits for your favorite celebrities and red carpets. Take a listen to see how his journey relates to yours! Don't forget to follow us: Ins…

In this episode of The CHECK-IN, NeAndre sits down with Kareem Grimes aka Preach from the hit CW Show "All American." In this discussion NeAndre, Kareem shares about what he feels has contributed to his 30+ year career in Hollywood - Showing up, doing the work, hitting your marks, and being nice. Take a listen to see what he means by those 4 points…

In this episode of The CHECK-IN, NeAndre sits down with two featured cast members of the hit Paramount+ Original series The Good Fight! In this discussion with Nyambi Nyambi and Michael Boatman for a special look into Season 5 of The Good Fight to get their insight on character portrayal and how impactful the representation on the show is. Please l…

This week is the final episode in our four-part mini-season with Portman Marylebone. Ending on a high, Aleks sits down with Charlie Casely-Hayford, the owner and creative director at esteemed British menswear brand, Casely-Hayford London. Fellow fashionistas will doubtless know that Charlie inherited the brand from his father, the late, great, Joe …

This week, Aleks sits down with Olivia Francis, the founder of luxury men’s underwear and loungewear brand, Hamilton & Hare. Olivia is on a campaign to elevate men’s undies, and to get men thinking about the importance of their underwear drawer in a very different way; valuing quality, longevity and comfort every bit as highly as you would in a pai…

This week Aleks sits down with Paul Simons, co-owner of the iconic Ivy League style destination, John Simons on Chiltern Street in Marylebone. In the ‘60s, John was the ‘OG’ importer and populariser of the American Ivy League look in the UK and over the past five decades or so, John Simons has built up a cult following as a preppy menswear destinat…

This week’s episode is the first of four produced in partnership with Portman Marylebone (@portmanmarylebone). We sit down with Rachel Wythe-Moran and Simon Watkins, the co founders of cult design store Labour & Wait. Rachel and Simon began their careers in men’s style before opening what they call ‘their ideal general store’ in 2000. We talk to th…

Jeremy Langmead is arguably one of the most influential figures in British men’s lifestyle media today. He began his career working in prestigious newspapers like the Sunday Times and Evening Standard, before editing Wallpaper and Esquire magazines, and of course he was the founding editor at Mr Porter, where we are about to pick up the story. We q…

In this episode of The CHECK-IN, NeAndre talks with photographer and social activist Misan Harriman about when your power is interlaced with purpose that you have an opportunity to change the world. He reminds us to ignore imposter syndrome, to lead with empathy and humility, and the reason he shoots in black and white and incorporates signs in his…

In this episode of The CHECK-IN, Evan talks with rapper, producer, and public intellectual Charity Croff, who breaks down how intelligence is nothing more than passionate curiosity. He reminds us to focus on the happiness we seek, living in the NOW, and speaking our life into existence. Please listen and share. Don't forget to follow us: Instagram …

In this episode of The CHECK-IN, NeAndre talks with reality TV star, Mr. World Nigeria 2019, and activist, Prince Nelson Enwerem about leading with love to make the world a better place. He reminds us that you only fail when you quit! If you focus on the outcome and remain positive, you'll achieve your goals. Please listen and share. Don't forget t…

In this episode of The CHECK-IN, NeAndre talks with comedian, author, and actor D’Lai about taking the jump to fulfill your dreams. He reminds us that nobody is going to give you anything, so why not create it yourself? We talk about his journey and how one moment changed the trajectory of his success. Please listen and share. Don't forget to follo…

In this episode of The CHECK-IN, NeAndre talks with Civil Rights Attorney and Activist Justin Moore. Justin reminds us to keep on swinging - through the trials and tribulations, the dark days and the bright days. We talk about his journey from prosecution to defense as he tries to use each case as a tool to make our justice system equitable and fai…

In this episode of The CHECK-IN, NeAndre talks with the man, the myth, the beard, Odell Dickerson, known on social media as @OdellExec. Odell opens up about kindness, forgiveness, and how he serves others through love while discussing leadership, focus, faith, and failure. Please listen and share. Don't forget to follow us Instagram | @BlackMenswea…

Our final conversation of Season Four is a fun one. Lizzie Radcliffe is the Head Cutter at Lot.1 – Levis’ bespoke denim service tucked away in the heart of London’s Soho. Whether you’re into bespoke craft, proper denim or luxury retail Lizzie’s story is a fascinating one; she joined Lot.1 following a bespoke tailoring apprenticeship with legend of …