Best Curators Of Hip Hop Podcasts (2025)

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B-Side Banter

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🔥 The 5 Worst Popular Rappers… And Our Most Controversial Music Takes 47:25

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In this episode of B-Side Banter, we’re diving headfirst into the chaos: from the worst popular rappers to our most controversial music takes. Honeybee Reviews joins me again as we debate Yeat, Koi Leray, Lil Yachty, and even icons like Lady Gaga and Drake. Plus, we play three rounds of blind ranking featuring Kendrick Lamar songs, Kanye West bange…

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🔥 Playboi Carti’s New Album MUSIC – Worth the 5-Year Wait? | B-Side Banter Ep. 7 with Honeybee Reviews 51:05

10 days ago51:05

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Playboi Carti FINALLY dropped his long-awaited album MUSIC—but was it worth the hype? 🤔 In this episode of B-Side Banter, I’m joined by Honeybee Reviews as we break down Carti’s newest project, the biggest surprises, and whether it lived up to five years of anticipation. From Kendrick Lamar’s unexpected feature to AI conspiracy theories surrounding…

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Inside Pitchfork: Music Criticism, Hip-Hop Culture & Playboi Carti's Influence | B-Side Banter Ep. 6 with Olivier Lafontant 50:13

18 days ago50:13

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🎙️ B-Side Banter is back with an exclusive look inside one of the most influential music publications—Pitchfork! In this episode, I sit down with Olivier Lafontant, an editorial fellow at Pitchfork, to discuss what goes on behind the scenes of music journalism, the controversy surrounding his reviews, and why Playboi Carti fans are growing impatien…

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B-Side Banter

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Inside the Mind of an Indie Music Curator | B-Side Banter Ep. 5 with Kasey's Playlists 57:00

25 days ago57:00

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In this episode of B-Side Banter, I sit down with Kasey from Kasey’s Playlists, one of TikTok’s go-to curators for indie music discovery. With over five years of experience filtering through the endless sea of indie rock, folk, and pop, Kasey shares how she finds hidden gems, what defines “indie” today, and why some artists break while others strug…

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Inside the Mind of a Live Music Addict (and music reviewer) | B-Side Banter Ep. 4 with Aidan Nelson 51:48

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In this episode of B-Side Banter, I sit down with Aidan Nelson, the mastermind behind the viral New Music Friday TikTok series, to dive deep into the world of live music and 2025's most anticipated releases. Aidan shares his experiences attending 80 concerts in one year, revealing what makes live music so addicting and the culture shifts he's notic…

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B-Side Banter

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🚨 I Was WRONG About Chappell Roan’s Album… | B-Side Banter Ep. 3 🎙️ 6:54

about a year ago6:54

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🔥 I messed up. BIG TIME. 🔥 In this episode of B-Side Banter, I’m coming clean about one of the WORST takes I’ve ever made as a music reviewer. I originally ranked Chappell Roan’s album and totally got it wrong—especially when it comes to the song “Coffee”. After dozens of listens, I’ve completely changed my mind, and I owe Chappell Roan and her fan…

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B-Side Banter

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Mac Miller’s Posthumous Legacy & The Weeknd’s Final Album? | B-Side Banter Ep. 2 38:57

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Mac Miller’s Balloonerism is here—but is it the best posthumous album ever? We break down his legacy, the hidden connection between Balloonerism and Good A.M., and where it ranks among the greatest posthumous releases. Plus, The Weeknd’s surprise Grammy appearance—was it a strategic comeback? And is Hurry Up Tomorrow really his final album? We also…

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🔥 Kendrick Lamar vs. Kanye West | B-Side Banter Bonus Ep. 🎙️ Kendrick's Historic Run & Grammy Sweep 32:26

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🎤 Did we just witness the greatest hip-hop run of all time? 🎤 In this bonus episode of B-Side Banter, we break down Kendrick Lamar’s historic year, from his record-breaking Grammy sweep to the viral rap beef with Drake that took over the internet. We discuss: ✅ The explosive impact of Kendrick’s Not Like Us ✅ How the beef transcended hip-hop into p…

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🎙️ B-Side Banter Ep. 1: Grammy Shockers, Biggest Winners & Losers, & The Future of Music w/ Honeybee Reviews! 43:40

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🔥 Welcome to the FIRST episode of B-Side Banter! 🔥 In this episode, we’re diving DEEP into the 2025 Grammy Awards—breaking down the biggest winners, biggest snubs, and the most controversial moments. I’m joined by Honeybee Reviews, a top-tier music reviewer known for their in-depth takes on New Music Friday releases. We debate whether Kendrick Lama…

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Grow Develop EVOLVE!

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The era of curated internet fluff is OVER in 2025 11:44

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about a year ago11:44

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Happy New Year! Let's get started... Support the showBy Bryce The Third

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Coping With The Results of The Presidential Election 18:32

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I felt called to share my process for maintaining peace of mind and spirit…no matter who’s in office. GROW! Hoodie https://www.brycethethird.com/the-store/p/the-grow-hoodie Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/prigida/moonshine License code: XRRCPTEZR8DISWU4 Support the show…

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What is Important? 6:13

about a year ago6:13

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As I ease my way back into different means of producing/creation I stumbled upon a train of thought and figured I'd share it with you. More soon! Support the showBy Bryce The Third

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Burn One Podcast

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ForShizzle My Nizzle 1:37:20

2 years ago1:37:20

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Welcome to another episode of the Burn One Podcast. 2:45 - Rodney voices his beef with Channel 4 & The Tennessean 8:14 - J. Fields is suing SoHo House Nashville for unlawful termination / our own personal experiences with SoHo House. 30:52 - TN Drag show ban 34:38 - Straight men smoking hookah 42:30 - snitching in 2023 / Rodney and TJ give a brief …

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Saying Farewell to You Feel That?? 11:57

2 years ago11:57

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#50 - Today's episode marks the FINAL episode of "You Feel That?" BUT this definitely isn't goodbye...tune in for a peek into the process and to be brought up to speed. New journeys await! Are you ready to GROW? Join the "Grow, Develop, EVOLVE!" FB group Watch this episode on YouTube Support the show…

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My Experience With Psychedelics in Recovery From Addiction, Astrology & More With Amanda Elise aka Spiritually Dope 1:31:02

3 years ago1:31:02

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#48 - Today we revisit another classic episode of the show "Psychedelics in recovery & the world of astrology". I've learned so much from my work with plant medicine and I couldn’t think of anyone better to kick it with than Amanda Elise ( @SpirituallyDope on IG ) Stick around till the end for a guided meditation with focus on spiritual growth! Joi…

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Asking my Mom the HARD questions 55:03

3 years ago55:03

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#48 - Today we revisit another classic episode of the show "I play 'We Are Not Really Strangers' With my Mom". This was one of my all time favorite experiences yet on the show and has helped me to deepen my relationship with my Mom in the time since it's original recording! Stick around till the end for a guided meditation with a focus on vulnerabi…

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A Remedy For Rough Days 31:40

3 years ago31:40

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#47 - Today we revisit another classic episode of the show "Play THIS on rough days" with some new insight and perspective. Stick around till the end for a guided meditation to help you navigate tough times Join the "We Feel That!" FB group Watch this episode on YouTube Support the showBy Bryce The Third

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Guided Meditation: For when things get tough 13:28

3 years ago13:28

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Bonus Meditation! Join the "We Feel That!" FB group Watch this episode on YouTube Support the showBy Bryce The Third

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Gratitude comes full circle 1:00:26

3 years ago1:00:26

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#46 - Today we revisit a classic episode of the show "How to have gratitude and appreciation. No, but REALLY" with some new insight and perspective. Stick around till the end for a guided meditation too. Grateful for you! Join the "We Feel That!" FB group Watch this episode on YouTube Support the show…

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Let's talk about LOVE again baby 48:27

3 years ago48:27

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#45 - Today we revisit a classic episode of the show "Meditations on love: What is love REALLY?" with some new insight and perspective. Stick around till the end for a guided meditation too. This episode is full of love....No pun intended! Join the "We Feel That!" FB group Watch this episode on YouTube Support the show…

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Burn One Podcast

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Episode 154 - Jyou & Myles 1:33:44

3 years ago1:33:44

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Welcome to another episode of the Burn One Podcast. Today we're joined by two very talented individuals. J-You and Myles hail from Nashville and met at MLK. Join us as we discuss J-You's background in writing/art, Myles' relocating from Detroit when he was younger, and the current hurdles black artists face in the city. This and much more! You can …

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Grow Develop EVOLVE!

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What if you're too driven for contentment? 19:38

3 years ago19:38

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#44 - You ever felt guilty for not having a response to the question "What have you been working on?" Do you struggle to just allow for downtime in your life? We talk about that AND some changes to the show today LIVE from my....kitchen? Watch this episode on YouTube Join the 'WE feel that!' Facebook group here Support the show…

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The most human episode I've recorded yet 21:07

3 years ago21:07

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#43 - I embarked on a 7 day, silent meditation retreat and it changed me. Last week was the first week in the existence of this show that I didn't drop an episode. There are so many ways in which I'm questioning the process. This is what it's like to be HUMAN and I want to talk about it all today. Check out Rise Recover Live, the Podcast that I hos…

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Mental Health & Productivity (A Love Story) 13:50

3 years ago13:50

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#42 - The entire concept for this show in the beginning was to have a space where we could talk emotions in relation to business. MY how we've grown! The foundation of the show, though more defined, is relatively the same...start conversations around the importance of mental health in relation to building out ideas, business, movements & community!…

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Burn One Podcast

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Episode 153 - The Confidence Curator w/ Donnie 1:40:02

3 years ago1:40:02

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Welcome to another episode of the Burn One Podcast. Today we're joined by the confidence curator herself, Donnie! Donnie is an entrepreneur of many trades based out Nashville, TN. As CEO of Risqué Regards, her main goal is to provide empowerment through dance and networking. provides Tune in as we discuss Donnie's twerk classes, her background in d…

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It's My Birthday! So let's talk about experience.. 15:15

3 years ago15:15

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#41 - I used to not be able to see the power in age. People would always say "The older, the wiser" but I always disagreed. I still stand by the thought that age doesn't necessarily equal wisdom, but the longer I'm here the more I understand the importance of EXPERIENCE. For my birthday, let's talk about the opportunity in every single experience w…

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Burn One Podcast

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Episode 152 - Munching with Meera! 1:25:07

3 years ago1:25:07

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Welcome to the first installment of Munching with Meera! In today's episode, we'll be reviewing 5 delicious mixed drinks, provided by KC Sip N Go(3:58). We'll also be discussing the January 6 hearings, Steph Curry's ridiculous Game 4, Caresha please, Michael B. Jordan and Lori Harvey, and the untimely death of Atlanta based rapper, Trouble. This an…

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Burn One Podcast

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Episode 151 - MMATBS Review 1:48:32

3 years ago1:48:32

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We're back for another episode. In today's episode, Ameera and Rodney do a deep dive into Kendrick Lamar's recent album, Mr. Morale and The Big Steppers. We also discuss Kevin Samuel's passing, YSL's R.I.C.O. case, and the mass shooting in Buffalo. This and much more. Tune in! You can follow us : Twitter & IG - @Burn1Podcast. Or reach out to us by …

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Burn One Podcast

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Episode 150 - Alabama Tuna Melts 1:52:11

3 years ago1:52:11

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We're back for another episode. In today's episode we'll discuss the recent NFL Draft, Alabama tuna melts, and the perkio/69 saga. Ameera also has a few "would you rather" questions the leave the panel stumped This and much, much more. Tune in! You can follow us : Twitter & IG - @Burn1Podcast. Or reach out to us by email at burn1podcast@gmail.com. …

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Burn One Podcast

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Episode 149 - Crying To Completion 1:56:39

3 years ago1:56:39

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We're back for another episode. In today's episode we'll discuss what introduced us to the plant that's cool enough to have its own holiday, what our first rap names were, and if any of us have ever cried during sex. This and much, much more. Tune in! You can follow us : Twitter & IG - @Burn1Podcast. Or reach out to us by email at burn1podcast@gmai…

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Burn One Podcast

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Episode 148 - Just Keep Swinging w/ Carey Ray 2:20:09

3 years ago2:20:09

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We're back for another episode. In today's episode we discuss Tiger Woods and his what he has left in the tank. Carey lets us in on who we should actually be paying attention to in the PGA. This episode was recorded 4/8/22 so yeah, we're still talking Will Smith. This and much much more. Tune in! You can follow us : Twitter & IG - @Burn1Podcast. Or…

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Grow Develop EVOLVE!

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How to do the work and detach from the results! 12:48

3 years ago12:48

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#40 - We've all been there, wanting something SO badly that we become consumed..and not in a good way. Today we talk about how to show up for ourselves and our process when this happens...WHILE it's happening to me. No better time right? Join the PATREON family for EXCLUSIVE content, including extra episodes of YFT Watch the episode on YouTube Purc…

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Having Compassion For Our Process 9:39

3 years ago9:39

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#39 - Hey Feel Fam. I've been experiencing fatigue. I skipped a week of the show last week. There is a LOT that I'm learning.. Let's talk about that process in this episode. Join the PATREON family for EXCLUSIVE content, including extra episodes of YFT Watch the episode on YouTube Purchase The Handbook: A pocket guide for creating your desired real…

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The dreaded "In between" 19:34

3 years ago19:34

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#38 - You're "here" and you want to get "there". Everything else is just the what it takes to get "there". Entrepreneurship 101 right? Maybe... Maybe not. Let's talk about it! Join the PATREON family for EXCLUSIVE content, including extra episodes of YFT Watch the episode on YouTube Purchase The Handbook: A pocket guide for creating your desired re…

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Where are all the elders?? 26:45

3 years ago26:45

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#37 - Today's topic is something that has been on my mind since a close friend of mine called me, a 32 year young man, an ELDER last year. It threw me off so much that i've been integrating what it's meant ever since. What is an elder? How can we be one in our community? Let's talk about it! Watch the episode on YouTube Purchase The Handbook: A poc…

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Psychedelics in recovery & the world of astrology with Amanda Elise aka Spiritually Dope 1:15:35

3 years ago1:15:35

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#36 - Psychedelics in recovery??? Wait, what? Yes, they can go hand in hand. This episode we're talking plant medicine and how it can aid in our spiritual development with my homegirl Amanda Elise aka @SpirituallyDope. Believe me, I know that this is an interesting segue coming fresh off the conversation around alcoholism and substance use! All the…

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Alcoholism & Addiction, My 9 Year Recovery Story From Drugs and Alcohol Pt. 2 34:53

3 years ago34:53

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#35 - This week we wrap up the telling of my personal recovery story and dig into what I have come to believe that recovery actually is. Spoiler Alert: It's WAY more than just stopping drinking and drugging! This is the conclusion of a TWO PART episode. If you have not heard the first episode I HIGHLY suggest you listen here. Watch the episode on Y…

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Alcoholism & Addiction, My 9 Year Recovery Story From Drugs and Alcohol Pt. 1 34:07

3 years ago34:07

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#34 - This may be the most open and honest I've ever gotten on this show around my recovery journey. It is VERY important to me that we destroy the stigma surrounding alcoholism and addiction in the black community and in ALL communities. Discussions like these are the ROOTS that help us to blossom into better leaders, entrepreneurs, creatives and …

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Intentions, Expectations & MIRACLES! with Chase Miracles 1:06:28

3 years ago1:06:28

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#33 - Join me in conversation with one of my favorite people in the world! Entrepreneur & recording artist Chase Miracles drops gem after gem after gem. Our convo goes everywhere from self love & faith cultivation to affirmation & goal setting. The episode perfectly mixes the worlds of business and spirit just how we like it here at YFT & will pour…

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If you don't have THIS, you'll never be successful! 22:53

3 years ago22:53

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#32 - Underneath every tool, framework, tactic or suggestion on this show is ONE thing. If you don't practice this ONE thing nothing we learn here will ever work for you. Good news is: It's as free as air to begin today. Even better news: It's ALL our episode today is about Purchase The Handbook: A pocket guide for creating your desired reality (an…

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Burn One Podcast

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Episode 147 - Cuck Cuck Goose 1:22:18

3 years ago1:22:18

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We're back for another episode. Episode 146 can be viewed exclusively on Patreon. We'll attach a link at the bottom. In today's episode we discuss the thing everyone can't seem to shut up about. Was he wrong? Was she wrong? We get into all of it. We also discuss this year's Men's and Women's Final Four, Russia/Ukraine updates, Dreamville's most rec…

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"How to lead when you are afraid to lead" You Feel That? LIVE! w/ Torrey Gray 1:24:52

3 years ago1:24:52

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#31 - This is the first ever LIVE recording of You Feel That & it was FULL of evergreen gems! My guest and good friend Torrey Gray and I talk entrepreneurship, artistry, impostor syndrome, the process of making friends and so much more. The energy in the building was electric this night and I’m excited for you to share in the electricity! Purchase …

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Would it be ok with you if life got easier?? 21:28

3 years ago21:28

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#30 - Today's episode ( episode 30!! whoo!!) was the easiest episode i've EVER recorded. Click play & Let's have a convo about why! Watch This Episode on Youtube I highly recommend Dr. Maria Nemeth's Academy Foundational Training! Purchase The Handbook: A pocket guide for creating your desired reality (and being a good human while you're at it) HER…

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From burnouts & breakdowns to breakthroughs! With Coach Devyn Penney 1:09:43

3 years ago1:09:43

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#29 - I'm super excited to introduce you all to my good friend and today's guest Devyn Penney! On today's episode we'll dive headfirst into the topics of mental & physical exhaustion, the importance of self care, how to cultivate a practice of solitude and so much more. A must listen for entrepreneurs & creators looking to detect, prevent or bounce…

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How can I be confident in what I know AND still allow for growth? 21:31

3 years ago21:31

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#28 - Can we be confident and at the same time admit we don't know? Can we continue to grow in our business WHILE positioning ourselves as the best option for our followers/customers/clients? If you've had this conversation with yourself, you are NOT alone. Let's talk about it! Watch this episode on YouTube Purchase The Handbook: A pocket guide for…

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If life is a movie, YOU are the director! 20:40

3 years ago20:40

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#27 - On today's solo episode we discuss how important it is to create your OWN reality. Period. Watch the video version of this episode Watch episode 12 of YFT, it's ALL about gratitude Link to "Illusions" book by Richard Bach Purchase The Handbook: A pocket guide for creating your desired reality (and being a good human while you're at it) HERE! …

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Burn One Podcast

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Episode 145 - Bridge Math 1:39:53

3 years ago1:39:53

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We made sure to keep it at an hour and thirty minutes so you can stop complaining and enjoy the show! You can follow us : Twitter & IG - @Burn1Podcast. Or reach out to us by email at burn1podcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening.

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Episode 144 - What's in your bag? w/ Loski & Jay Fox 1:30:16

3 years ago1:30:16

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We made sure to keep it at an hour and thirty minutes so you can stop complaining and enjoy the show! You can follow us : Twitter & IG - @Burn1Podcast. Or reach out to us by email at burn1podcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening.

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Bryce reveals his Personal Power Process 16:16

3 years ago16:16

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#26 - This episode Bryce digs a bit deeper into his Personal Power Process that he touched on in his recent appearance on the iinerwealth podcast hosted by David McCullar. Listen in as he works out the kinks in real time & take what you hear and run with it! Watch the video version of this episode! Watch the referenced interview with David McCullar…

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"Can we REALLY wake people up?" Bryce The Third goes to Breaking The Machine podcast 1:11:18

3 years ago1:11:18

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#25 - This episode is cross post of Episode 39 of Breaking The Machine podcast hosted by Ahmad The Poet and Spank Da Bank. Bryce The Third and Ahmad trade their experiences as young black creatives from the city of Detroit and talk suicide in the black community, it's spiritual implications, the concepts of polarity and duality and SO much more. Th…

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