The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) spoke with artist and educator Mellow Man Ace (@mellow_man_ace). Ace talked about his Afro Cuban heritage, doing the 1st all Spanish rap record, flights of liberty program, moving to the United States, the song that started it all "Mentirosa", why he wasn’t in Cypress Hill, where Castro went wrong, his arts & …

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) are joined by artist and emcee producer REKS (@rekshiphop). REKS talked about the layout of the city Lawrence MA, reverse migration, family background, going to Italy to record, Lawrence Hip Hop heavyweights, releasing 33 EP projects, salute to elders, finding himself, importance of 33, being driven by ancesto…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) spoke with artist/actress TONISTEELZ (@tonisteelz). Toni a 5x Grammy nom, Award winning artist/actress and producer spoke about the old Brooklyn, meeting General Steele from Smif n Wesson, her Nike commercial, new film with comedian Donnell Rawlings, sneaking into her brothers' studio to make music, being a ch…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) spoke with artist, motivational speaker and journalist TRE DOT (@bosstredot). TRE talked about why he moved so much, restarting in DC, going to school with Fredo Star of Onyx, speaking in church at 8yrs old, writing at a young age, becoming a therapist, Dog house anti-bullying comic book, battling depression, …

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) spoke with actor and performer Charles Massey (@cmass_enterprise). Charles talked about being raised in Harlem, father from West Philly, Sugar Hill history, movie Shaft being shot in his building, seeing legend Richard Roundtree at 7 years old, classic flick Claudine being filmed around the corner from him, hi…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) caught up with photographer, videographer and photo-journalist Robert Mayer aka Photo Rob. Rob spoke on what got him into photography, the Rakim reveal, having the eye, why seated portraits are his favorite, therapeutic feeling of hip hop, connection with stars he's shot, his influences, jobs he won't do, priv…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) caught up with Grammy Winning Producer, Recording Artist and DJ Eddie F (@djeddief). Eddie spoke on helping launch La Face records, setting up supergroup TLC to gain momentum, discovering R&B artist Donell Jones, becoming an A&R for La Reid, working with new talent, Heavy D, The Collins Brothers, seeing early …

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) are joined by Hoops Legend and Dallas Mavericks assistant coach God Shammgod (@godshammgod12). Shammgod talked about NBA legend Tiny Archibald, his infamous move, showing Kobe Bryant how to dribble, the best McDonalds All Americans, young NBA stars recognizing him, RocNation conversations with Jay Z, staying h…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) welcome back master percussionist, arts educator, and GRAMMY ® Award-winning musician Chief Ayanda Clarke (@chiefayandaclarke). Chief Ayanda spoke about the Masterclass: "Drum Talk The Dialogue between music & spirit" with Will Calhoun of Living Color, the essence of Afro Latino, how he became chief officially…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) chopped it up with filmmaker Ray Landski (@landskixclusives) of the "U Gotta...Respect The Legends of Hip Hop Legacy" documentary (@ugottarespect). Ray talked about KayGee of Naughty by Nature helping the film get started, why the documentary is important to him, the influence of Video Music Box, the impact Ne…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) got into a spirited conversation with Founder and CEO April Silver (@aprilrsilver) of PR/Marketing business Akila Worksongs (@akilaworksongs). April talked about amplifying the voices of the community, non-transactional relationships, celebrating 30 years at Akila Worksongs, message to young journalist, why Ak…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) got into the gaming world with artist/specialist Hip Hop Gamer (@hiphopgamer). He talked about being a game journalist, going to E3 the superbowl of gaming, beating celebrities like: (Xzibit, Erick Sermon, Sticky Fingers, T Pain) at games, the best Grand Theft Auto, being the best at Tekken 7, beating a game d…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) took it to the courts with Linda Hicks (@Adliallc) commissioner of Black Top Streetball Association (@blacktopstreetball). Linda talked about history of street ball, duties of commissioner for BTSBA, playing in Rucker, possible Netflix documentary, growing up playing basketball, training athletes, making histo…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) talked with entrepreneur and OWN producer SUNNI (@sunniminx). Sunni spoke on producing Love & Marriage Huntsville for Oprah Winfrey Network, how she became a producer, working on "In the Cut", "Family Time" sitcoms, learning from Bentley Kyle Evans (Martin), leaving Hollywood, going back home to St Louis, work…

On this episode of Thermal Soundwaves C.Truth welcomes artist YaYa Bey (@yayabeybay). YaYa talked about baking biscuits, her teaching experience, internalizing misogyny, learning patience, vinyl records, staying ready, connecting more with herself, love of Kelis, baking with cannabis, digging classic artists like: (Donny Hathaway, Sarah Vaughan); c…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) chopped it up with artists señor KAOS (@senorkaos) and (@IllastrateC). The guys spoke about: books that have impacted them in the last year, Kings of Vice 2, having the best product out, pandemic lessons, Bruce Lee methods, PTSD science, their biggest vices, subject matter that they cover, being a plug thug, g…

On this special episode of Thermal Soundwaves covering the Conch Shell International Film Fest 2022, C.Truth welcomes Director Dawn Wilkinson (@directordawn) who has worked on: Empire, The Good Doctor, How to Get Away with Murder, Dynasty to name a few. Dawn talked about her love of the beach, feelings on Conch Shell IFF, shooting home movies early…

On this special episode of Thermal Soundwaves covering the Conch Shell International Film Fest 2022, C.Truth welcomes Actress/Playwright/Educator/Activist REGINA TAYLOR (@TheReginaTaylor). Regina spoke about the preparation for her role on "The First Lady," writing children's books, taking journalism in college but falling in love with performing a…

On this special episode of Thermal Soundwaves covering the Conch Shell International Film Fest 2022, C.Truth welcomes Director/Filmmaker Writer Marquis Smalls (@MarqSmalls). Marquis talked about being inspired by Empire strikes back movie, getting to watch Spike Lee & Ernest Dickerson work on set at an early age, growing up in Marcy projects, how h…

On this special episode of Thermal Soundwaves covering the Conch Shell International Film Fest 2022, C.Truth welcomes Award winning Theater/TV/Film Writer France-Luce Benson (@francelucebenso). France talked about difficulties growing up in Miami, when the love of performing began, how she starting writing plays out of not being considered for role…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) welcome back creative director/founder Magaly Colimon-Christopher (@magaly_colimon1) of the Conch Shell International Film Fest (@conchshelliff). Magaly talked about the purpose of Conch Shell Productions, starting a development workshop to share projects/get feedback, producing first film: "Aftershocks - A Te…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) chopped it up with entrepreneur trail blazer Carlos Parrott (@carloslexani). Carlos talked about growing up in Long Beach after moving from Chicago, having 12 NBA players signed to Dada Supreme, getting product placement in a Marvel movie without a budget, the value of cool, connection to Jo Koy, taking Dada f…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) spoke with artist/Phd Professor Lyrical (@ProfLyrical). Pro talked about being an Associate teaching Professor of Mathematics, doctorate in higher education, opening an alternative high school program, how he got his music placed in the movie "Montréal Girls," demographics and life in Lowell Mass, balancing ma…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) had a lively conversation with singer/songwriter Nicole Renee (@nicole.renee.harris). Nicole talked about having her own radio show in Philly at 15 years old, Rick James parrot that tormented Eddie Murphy, amazing experience of having Bobby Womack as a neighbor, interviewing Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu, be…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) caught up with director/writer Bobby Yan (@bobbyyan). Bobby talked about his first movie for TV One/Lifetime "Stalker", working with Disney discover showcase (Chadwick Bosman, Lupita Nyong'o, Gina Rodriguez) for ABC casting, start in the business through Video Music Box, being conscious of how people view his …

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) talked to director (film/TV/commercial) Stacey Muhammad (@STACEYMUHAMMAD). Stacey spoke on her documentary "Second line, the series"; being part of the historic last season of Black Ish, being a ballet dancer for a while, what she wants to leave with her work, the real world of ballet, some New Orleans history…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) talked to executive Ronnie Jefferson SVP GMM of Finish Line (@finishline). Ronnie spoke on coming up in southeast DC and how that helped him navigate the corporate world, his basketball career that got disrupted by injury, being one of the 1st male managers of Lady Foot Locker, learning club promotions at a yo…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) talked to community leader Drayton D. Jackson (@MrDDJackson) of Foundation for Homeless & Poverty Management (@homelesspovertymanagement). Drayton spoke on selling greeting cards in the Brownsville projects, economic blueprint the U.S. uses that came from his group, show stories about Doug E Fresh, $300,000 ra…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) caught up with Octavius “Doc Ock” (@AMZN_Doc_Ock) of Symphonic Distribution (@symphonicdist). Doc Ock talked about Influencer marketing, branching out on his own, breaking Bad Bunny, digital music distribution, booking agency business, street team days, Electronic game marketing, TV/film placements, what you n…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) spoke to dynamic Black Girl Geniuses Mother Nature (@MO_Nature). Mother Nature talked about meeting at University of Illinois, community building, tapping into the youth, impact they want to have on the world, their non profit Mother Nature Inc. housing a comprehensive uplifting workshop series, Entrepreneursh…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) caught up with actor musician Anwan "Big G" Glover (@anwanglover). Anwan talked about being on the hit show "The Wire", support from Idris Elba, founding The Backyard band, what mambo sauce is, pursuing music first due to lack of DC acting outlets, learning some music elements from Chucky Thompson (producer of…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) caught up with writer filmmaker Mike Benz (@damovieman). Mike talked about Robert Dinero getting him hooked to cigarettes, writing Seton Falls park, his baseball aspirations, the Covid killer, how he hustled to finance/shoot/produce his films, the legend of old man wiggly, why you don't get in the water at Orc…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) had a talk with Author/Entrepreneur/Artist Dion Sh8kes Williamson (@Sh8kesNC). Sh8kes spoke on his Bull City hot dog business, homemade chips/chili/cole slaw recipes, publishing his first book "It's personal", managing the artist Markee Steele, love of literature, playing saxophone and drums, coming from a vul…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) had a conversation with Entertainment Reporter/Editor-in-Chief Jerry Doby (@jerrydoby_) of The Hype Magazine. Jerry talked about his start in the publishing industry, going beyond just the artistry of his subjects, most exciting magazine cover ever, what's not hype worthy as far as stories go, managing personn…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) spoke with 4X AWARD winning artist DIONNI 6X (@dionni6x). Dionni talked about coming to the New York after being raised in Barahona, the definition of her name, Mariah Lynn (Love & Hip Hop) collaboration, the moment of awakening, the Mangú hook up, why she started rapping, misconceptions on Dominicans, gold mi…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) caught up with Producer Charlemagne (@realcharlemagne). Charlemagne talked about his fashion line that's for different high flyers, the rich history of his family name, knob turners, what makes a great DJ, the 100 proof show, celebrity handlers, what annoys him from a DJ perspective, production work for (Jay Z…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) went visual with actor Louis Martinez (@louis_theactor). Louis spoke about the story of how he got into acting, meeting Larenz Tate as a youth, why the Hughes Brothers didn't put him in Dead Presidents, working with Keanu Reeves on Exposed, PTSD and the military, going beyond your relationships in the industry…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) got to it with Writer/Creator/Producer KNOTCH (@therealknotch). Knotch talked about being in studio with legend Stevie Wonder, writing a song for Whitney Houston, working with Eric Bellinger from day one, the comedy IG videos, performing with Wiz Khalifa on tour, winning Dynamic producers show, New boys and th…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) chopped it up with entrepreneur/educator/artist Substantial (@IamSubstantial). Substantial spoke on teaching young adults about digital distribution/promotion techniques, how to network at conventions, making music for video games, doing projects for major motor companies (Ford, Tesla, Bentley), working with W…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) had a conversation with comedian stylist Rosie Da Barber (@rosiedabarber). Rosie talked about being a comedian since junior high school, gaining respect as a woman barber, her favorite comedic inspirations, retail sealing the deal, life in the Bronx, not using the Afro Latina term, private school preparing her…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) spoke to entrepreneur/artist Rampage (@rampagethelastboyscout) of Flip Mode Squad. Rampage talked about losing a sister and child, Boy Scout motivation, Quarantine Chronicles, Brooklyn roots, running a restaurant in Phoenix (A Taste of Jamerican), the new Flip Mode Squad album, making moves with his management…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) talked with entrepreneur/CEO/Designer Mic Handz (@michandz). Mic got candid on his journey through kidney failure, the golden era influence on his art, the validation of having some heroes at his events, studying the playbook of hip hop as it happens, looking at life through a different lens, designing clothin…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) chopped it up with Professor J Rawls (@jrawls82). J Rawls spoke on the music scene in Columbus Ohio, teaching at The Ohio State University plus Ohio University, a record collection that's about 30,000 pieces, his beat box days, writing the H.O.P.E. program, the Hip Hop education movement, the big support of th…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) talked to the talented songwriter Nyasia Chane’l (@Nyasia_Chanel_). Nyasia talked with us about living in Sullivan county New York, parents on the team/proving her ambitions to them, opening up for August Alsina, campaign to support Breonna Taylor, black men standing up for black women, acting and the Broadway…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) talked to multifaceted artist J French (@JaguarJFrench). J spoke on the experiences of living in different places, legally changing his name, starting a publishing company, going to college for marketing, how royalties work for you, back story on a Sony contract negotiation, why streaming revenue is trash, bei…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) talked to celebrity barber Jomo Kenyatta @JomoCuts). Jomo talked about the first artist he cut RhymeFest, learning how to set prices for his service, recognizing his specialty, life changing advice he got from a powerful record executive, staying mobile making house calls, being surprised by the entertainment …

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) talked to entrepreneur/author/lawyer Mary Dean Esq (@thewallstreetlawyer). Marye got candid about growing up in South Park Houston, her family betting against her, experiences working on Wall Street in New York, the motivations to becoming a lawyer, alchemy, the important elements of her book, turning point af…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) talked to LA Pro shop owner EarLo (@lostangelzpro). EarLo discussed what hittin' switches really is, how to protect your car frame from cracking, constant harassment by cops, the family business of cars, the infamous Sunday cruises, Low rider culture getting misrepresented, the insane value of vintage vehicles…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) talked to SNKR Joe (@SNKRjoe); the OG³ of the sneaker game, Founder of The SNKR PIMP Tournament and #BIGxJAYxNAS Tribute party. Joe dropped science on the sneaker reselling business, how bots are destroying the industry, the rise of independent brands, his most prized footwear possession, famous clients he sol…

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) talked to the multi-talented Armeen Acy (@officialshaliek). Armeen spoke on his game changing film "The Inventor" - the story of Garrett Morgan, doing songs with Alicia Keys, Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis; getting signed to Universal records right out of high school, starting out doing background work, roles in TV/fi…