Best Go Pyrate Podcasts (2024)

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EP.13 FULMETALPARKA$ Interview: Anime, Beat Making, Newport News, Ryan Celsius, karrahbooo, Virginia Beach, Pharrell, Timbaland, Fashion, and Creating a sound of your own 50:12

2h ago50:12

50:12

This week we got the chance to sit down with our third guest from the "7 Cities" specifically Newport News in the Virginia Beach area, FULMETALPARKA$. His sound and style of music builds off of his Harlem, New York upbringing and current residence by the beach paired with a love for Anime while not taking from a specific mold or pattern. With colla…

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(Almost) Everything You Know About L.A. is Wrong 31:35

4d ago31:35

31:35

Nicole reflects on her 14 years in L.A. and why she has no regrets while debunking common myths and complaints about the City of Angels and why you have to be self-aware before moving to the creative professional capital. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support…

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EP.12 Corey Fonville Interview: Butcher Brown, Jazz, Drummers and Their Part of The Music Process, Growing Up In Virginia Beach, How To Make It As A Musician, New Music, and Where Jazz Music is Heading ... 59:10

16d ago59:10

59:10

This week we sat down with Corey Fonville, a Virginia Beach born multi-instrumentalist whose strongest skills are within the world of Drums. He’s the heartbeat and rhythm of Butcher Brown but what really defines him is the theory and cadence behind the work he’s done to become an established drummer. We got the chance to dive deep into his producti…

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From Silk Press to Sartorial Blue Kamala Gives Political Fashion New Meaning 17:28

14d ago17:28

17:28

Nicole shares her thoughts on the now energized presidential campaign, Kamala's political style and the significance of red and blue. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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EP.11 Eyezic Interview: Future Bass, UKG, Garage, House Music, Beat Production, Diversity, How To Pitch To Labels, Meeting San Holo, and Ethereal Dance Music 1:06:56

25d ago1:06:56

1:06:56

This week we brought in Eyezic, a DC, MD, VA based Electronic DJ and Producer who creates music within a few different genres including his own "Ethereal Dance Music". We talked about UKG, Future Bass, House Music, favorite performances, influences, growing up in Northern VA, how to pitch to labels, Diversity, Peruvian influence, and the definition…

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A Moment of Black American Pride?: Kamala x Paris Olympics 20:33

1M ago20:33

20:33

Nicole shares her fashion thoughts on this year's Olympics kits and the importance of expanding opportunities. Kamala is on fire and that's a good thing. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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EP.10 Kaelin Ellis Interview: New Music, You Are Here Start, AI, Sampling, Beat making, Florida Music Scene, and Sync Licensing 57:12

1M ago57:12

57:12

This week we had a special out of state guest, Florida born, multi instrumentalist and producer, Kaelin Ellis. He just released his latest studio album “You Are Here, Start” fresh off his tour supporting the album. We sat down and talked about how the album and some of the features like Kenny Mason and Guapdad 4000 came together, his thoughts on Ai…

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EP.9 SIR E.U Interview: The Ghost of Velvet, Go-Go, Beats, Washington DC Culture, Inspiration, Pop Culture, Hyperpop, and Underground Music 1:05:50

2M ago1:05:50

1:05:50

This week we got the chance to sit down with SIR E.U, a boundary pushing lyricist based in Washington D.C. who creates music spanning across a wide range of sounds, genres, and styles under the umbrella of rap music but the end product is so much more. SIR E.U comes from the developing 2000's era that we like to call the "2012 era" but the date ran…

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The WNBA Tunnel is the Runway that Matters 14:56

2M ago14:56

14:56

NIcole shares her thoughts on the intersectionality and rise of fashion and sports for women particularly in the WNBA.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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EP.8 yvngxchris Interview: Everybody Hates Chris 2, Car Meets, Inspiration, Tik Tok, Touring, Rolling Loud, Pusha T, Something In The Water, and Fashion 1:18:27

2M ago1:18:27

1:18:27

ReUpAlex + BeMo Brown sat down with Virginia’s own new school rapper yvngxchris, our first guest from the 7 cities (Norfolk, Portsmouth, Newport News, Chesapeake, Hampton, Virginia Beach, and Suffolk). We covered his newest studio album “Everybody Hates Chris 2” and how it came together, growing up by the beach, Pharrell and his festival Something …

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Ep.7 Darrin X Talks Go-Go, Washington DC, the history of Go-Go, and the future of the genre 1:11:21

3M ago1:11:21

1:11:21

This week we sat down with Darrin X to talk about the history, culture, and musical structure that follows Go-Go Music, a Genre that was created in Washington DC. Darrin X breaks down the eras that built Go-Go Music from the 70’s to now along with a detailed view of where Go-Go Music is going. - Check out Go-Go Royalty to listen and find new and cl…

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Be Who You Are, For Your Pride🌈 11:37

3M ago11:37

11:37

Nicole discusses the benefits of gay friendship, the air of freedom in June with Pride and Juneteenth and why homophobia is antiquated af.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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EP.6 Season 1 Finale: The People’s Episode (Live Studio Audience) 1:30:48

3M ago1:30:48

1:30:48

Bryant “BeMo” Brown and ReUpAlex sat down with Malik Dope, Tenacious, Chad “Focus” Arrington, Togeki, Shreztah, and MartyHeemCherry for the Season 1 Finale of The-Re-Up Podcast featuring viewer-submitted interview guests from Washington DC and Maryland. Topics ranged from Hyper Pop, Go-Go, Dubstep, Vice, DC Culture, America’s Got Talent, and more. …

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EP.5 Dieglo talks Art, Painting, Art Basel, Creative Collaborations, Flowstate, Chris Pyrate, Washington DC, Travel, and How To Make It As A Visual Artist 1:21:05

4M ago1:21:05

1:21:05

We sat down with Rockville, MD’s own local Artist Dieglo and creator of our studio's mural to chat about mixed media art, the DMV (DC, MD, VA), growing up as an artist, making it as an artist, traveling to Peru and Japan to make art, and Dieglo’s Creative Process, Art Basel, and Dieglo's PBR (Pabst Blue Ribbon) Collaboration. - Join our Patreon for…

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EP.4 DJ Harrison Talks Jazz, Butcher Brown, Richmond VA, Music Production, Analog Recording, Cassettes, VCU, Grammys, Genres, and the Creative Process 1:11:21

4M ago1:11:21

1:11:21

We sat down with Richmond Virginia's own DJ Harrison to chat about his creative process, journeys through Richmond and beyond that music has brought him, cassettes and analog recording, and his time on NPR Tiny Desk with Butcher Brown along with his Grammy Nomination. - Join our Patreon for un-cut episodes, free access to our live studio finale par…

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Meet Matt Moses, Founder of Mansfield Outpost 49:56

5M ago49:56

49:56

Nicole interviews Mansfield Outpost founder Matt Moses about the journey that led to the creation of his brand and the challenges he has in an evolving industry. Enjoy this thoughtful conversation about storytelling marketing, activations and how to approach micro-niche collaborations such as "Golf and Wine Club". --- Support this podcast: https://…

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EP.3 Ryan Celsius Talks Ai Technology, Grammys, Trappin in Japan, Phonk, Genres, Lofi Vintage Culture, Music Production, Music Distribution, and How To Make It As A Musician 1:04:32

5M ago1:04:32

1:04:32

We sat down with music producer and visual artist Ryan Celsius to dig into his ground paving mixes under the Trappin In Japan visual youtube mix, Phonk, ai technology, The Washington DC Metro Area, his Label, and the End of Underground tour along with how he got to where he’s at today as one of the driving factors behind the PHONK movement. - Join …

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EP.2 Dreamcastmoe talks DC, Boiler Room, SXSW, NFT’s, and making it as an artist with Phlote 1:01:50

5M ago1:01:50

1:01:50

We sat down with Washington DC’s own Dreamcastmoe for some in depth stories following his place in the music scene, touring, a look into the inner workings of the music industry, and how to make it as an up and coming artist with his label Phlote, spearheaded by Dreamcastmoe and AJ. - Join our Patreon for un-cut episodes, free access to our live st…

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Study The Beyonce Effect 12:59

6M ago12:59

12:59

Nicole shares thoughts on Cowboy Carter II and the Beyonce marketing blitz of the last few months. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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EP.1 Amal (Black Rave Culture) Talks Boiler Room, UK, Electronic Music 52:05

6M ago52:05

52:05

BeMo + ReUpAlex take a deep dive into the roots of Electronic Music, House, Techno, and Garage with Amal from Black Rave Culture (James Bangura, Nativesun, Amal). Fresh off of his Boiler Room performance in DC, Amal breaks down what it took to get to where he is today. Join our Patreon for un-cut episodes, free access to our live studio finale part…

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Gagged All Month: Black History Worthy Lewks 21:28

7M ago21:28

21:28

Nicole takes a look back at the 2024 Black History Month and the Black style and biz moments that kept our attention.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Meet Chris Pyrate, Unconditional Artist 1:09:04

8M ago1:09:04

1:09:04

Nicole interviews multitalented, D.C. based artist Chris Pyrate. Inspired by cartoons and animation, Chris's natural born talent has led him, often accidentally, to fashion design, creating murals, creative direction and kismet projects such as storytelling with Lupe Fiasco. Learn what's next for Chris who recently designed official sportswear for …

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Keffiyeh Controversy: What to Know Before Wearing this Scarf 12:38

9M ago12:38

12:38

Nicole does a deep dive on the keffiyeh controversy and explains how the scarf went from being just a scarf to a symbol for Palestinians.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Sounds About White: Why Creative Directors are Always White Men 14:38

11M ago14:38

14:38

Nicole delivers a mini rant about the lack of diversity when appointing creative directors of major fashion houses.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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How Are Shopping Events Created? Meet Come Up L.A. Founder Ferriss Mason and Learn How! 1:13:48

12M ago1:13:48

1:13:48

It seems like in L.A. there is always a new shopping market especially for the Black community. Nicole does a deep dive with Ferriss Mason, Founder of Come Up L.A. on what it takes to pull off a successful, mission-aligned market event for the Black community and the challenges that come with. Listen and learn.--- Support this podcast: https://podc…

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How Battle of Versailles became Victory for Black Models 19:31

12M ago19:31

19:31

The Battle of Versailles event and competition of 1973 started Paris fashion week and put American designers and Black models on the map forever. Watch the documentary by Fritz Mitchell.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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From Quiet Luxury to Bey's Metallics, Thoughts on NYFW '23 10:13

1y ago10:13

10:13

Nicole shares some thoughts on NYFW 2023 nostalgic themes and trends such as quiet luxury and Beyonce worthy metallics. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Latasha Ford Shares the Journey to Red Carpet Journalism for a Black Woman 56:13

1y ago56:13

56:13

Nicole interviews Latasha Ford a red carpet journalist for Penske Media covering her non-linear journey from radio, to healthcare to a dream realized through manifestation for over a decade. This Chicago native and Black woman never gave up on a vision many would have allowed to wither while raising an athlete son.--- Support this podcast: https://…

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The Illusion of Inclusion & The Supreme Court Ruling 14:08

1y ago14:08

14:08

Nicole gives her two cents on the Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action with a rant, focusing on the fashion industry.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Summer 23 Trends That Matter 8:12

1y ago8:12

8:12

Nicole checks in real quick to discuss the summer 2023 trends she actually likes.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Edward Enninful & Pharrell Should Not Be Unicorns 15:27

1y ago15:27

15:27

Nicole discusses Edward Enninful stepping down from UK Vogue and the LVMH appointment of Pharrell Williams.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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A.I. Models, Welcome to the Future of Blackface 12:43

1+ y ago12:43

12:43

Nicole shares her thoughts on the speedy development of A.I. and the creation of Black and Brown models by white creators and why A.I. cannot solve our inclusivity problem. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Why Succession Dragged That Burberry Bag 10:06

1+ y ago10:06

10:06

Nicole catches up with her audience over latest trends and unpacks quiet luxury and that damn Burberry bag from Succession.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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When The Best, Law Roach, Says Bye! There's a Why... 14:13

1+ y ago14:13

14:13

Nicole offers perspective on Law Roach quitting celebrity styling after building an incredible career from his humble days as a vintage dealer and what would make him quit after years of hard work and sacrifice. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support…

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Black Men Belong in Luxury: Meet MADE FOR ALL Founders Brandon Winslow & Danny Burke 45:29

1+ y ago45:29

45:29

There is a fine line between premium and luxury athleisure. Nicole chats with Black founders Brandon and Danny to discuss their Made For All clothing brand's journey and why it can take 7 years to develop a true luxury product. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support…

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Yes RiRi! No, to Big Red Boots... 11:03

1+ y ago11:03

11:03

Nicole catches up with latest in fashion with musings on Rihanna's Super Bowl Performance and Vogue cover and their meaning and why subversive fashion a la Big Red Boots are reserved for the rich. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Mexico was Stylish! +The Lasting Influence of Frida… 17:03

1+ y ago17:03

17:03

Touched down from Mexico Nicole shares her thoughts on Mexican style and the lasting legacy and influence of Frida Kahlo…plus Lewis Hamilton and Mielle organics drama!--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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From Bey to Cardi to Megan, Jolleson! is the Multi-hyphenate To Watch 42:57

2y ago42:57

42:57

Jolleson is a born creative, destined to create, design, style, draw and costume the most important people in pop culture from Ari Lennox, Cardi B, Beyonce, Megan thee Stallion, SZA, Christina Aguilera, Chloe x Halle and the list will continue to grow. He share is manifested story and rise after competing on reality design show "The Hype" and why n…

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Too Late to Decolonize Sneaker Culture? Nope! 12:08

2y ago12:08

12:08

Sneaker collecting is here to stay BUT in a $13 billion market the originators of the culture Black and brown folks are left out, as per usual. What can be done? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Def Not Talking About Ye! & What We Wore So Far 2022… 10:39

2y ago10:39

10:39

Nicole does her best to not talk about Ye and what the year in fashion 2022 looked like so far…--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Black Women Are Interior Designers too! Meet Candice Luter... 53:16

2y ago53:16

53:16

Nicole chats with self-taught Iowa-based fiber and interior designer Candice Luter about her pandemic awakening, leaving corporate America and growing an interiors business from the ground up by "going with your gut. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support…

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Does Your Dress Code Pass the Diversity Test? 12:50

2y ago12:50

12:50

There’s a ton of DEI work being done in the workplace but a huge oversight is the policing of marginalized bodies and beings through dress code policies.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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App Dating Sucks, But Still Iron Your Shirt👕 1:34:50

2+ y ago1:34:50

1:34:50

Serial app daters Meg and Nicole discuss their journey trying to date in L.A. and how to balance expectations between overly casual men and the hyper-glamorization of women. What's the compromise?--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Why We Wear Black to a Funeral🖤 6:43

2+ y ago6:43

6:43

Nicole reflects on her time off to grieve her mother and why what you wear to grieve is so important.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Birks, Blahniks & Baggy Jeans 9:04

2+ y ago9:04

9:04

Nicole catches up on all things style and fashion including current events.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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It's BHM Y'all! "And Just Like That"...A Flawed Reboot 39:59

2+ y ago39:59

39:59

Quintin joins Nicole once again to close out their "Just Like That" recaps with some acknowledgments around Black History Month. Rest in Power Thierry Mugler. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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Farewell A.L.T. & “Just Like That” Recap 9:57

2+ y ago9:57

9:57

May Andre Leon Talley rest…Nicole catches us up on “Just Like That” strengths and weaknesses.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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🚨Nerd Alert: Fashion Enters The Metaverse 14:36

2+ y ago14:36

14:36

Nicole does her best to keep up with how fast fashion is entering the world of the metaverse, NFTs, and Web3 overall. She is “virtually” confused.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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“And Just Like That” It’s the Last Show of 2021 43:33

2+ y ago43:33

43:33

Happy new year everyone Nicole and Quintin are back to recap “And Just Like That” And why we may be over it.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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I’m Not Crying, Goodbye Insecure 8:20

2+ y ago8:20

8:20

Nicole reflects on an the end of an era, the emotional and cultural impact of Issa Rae’s Insecure.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/youhavetowearsomething/support

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