On this extra special episode we talk to Griddy's father about growing up in Scotland, traveling the world and experiences immigrating to the United States.

The Effwhutuheard Episode

Dec 22nd, 2017 1h 18m

We did a joint show with Effwhutuheard Radio. Join the Brooklyn Props crew, Wolf of BK and DJ Tay Ferg as we comment on some previous shows. Everything form gentrification to the current goth-rap trends. You can find Effwhutuheard Radio on iTun

The Str8 West Coastin Episode

Aug 16th, 2017 50m 9s

This week the crew welcomes DJ Still Life, creator of Str8 West Coastin, a West Coast hip-hop party hosted in Brooklyn every summer. We talk about how Still Life got started DJing in California, and how legendary crews like the Beat Junkies and

The Daniel Lynas Episode

Jul 26th, 2017 1h 25m

This episode we are joined by A$AP Rocky collaborator, sound engineer, producer, and composer Daniel Lynas. We talk about his start as a performer, the advantages of going to school in NYC, and what contributed to his early success. We then get

The Adult Rapper Episode

Apr 17th, 2017 1h 9m

Most hip-hop fans are familiar with XXL's annual "Freshman" class of up-and-coming rappers. As rap music--and its fans--get older, we thought it would be fun to discuss which rappers are part of the Sophomore, Junior and Senior classes. In this

The Conscious Rapper Episode

Dec 24th, 2016 55m 45s

This episode is dedicated to conscious rap. We explore the different definitions of conscious rap, where it started, political vs. non-political conscious rap, and how modern rappers have evolved these ideals. We also talk about some our favori

The Independent Film Makers Episode

Dec 6th, 2016 1h 3m

This episode we are joined by the writer, producer and cast of the short film "Harlem Love." We spoke to the independent filmmakers about their entire production process, from writing the script and casting the roles, to developing the set a

The Rise of the Producer Episode

Oct 24th, 2016 1h 6m

What is it about modern producers that makes them as marketable as performing artists? The crew unpacks this and other questions as we talk about how the role of the producer has evolved into a tastemaker for the music industry. Topics include:

The NFL and NBA Episode

Sep 28th, 2016 1h 2m

This podcast is for the sports fans. We open the show with the NFL and the Josh Norman situation: Is he out of position? Overpaid? Then we talk about the best of the young quarterbacks in the league (aka Goff vs. Wentz) [6:00]; Belichick gettin

The Frank Ocean vs. The Music Industry Episode

Sep 12th, 2016 1h 6m

Just the crew on this one. We open with our [MUSIC] segment and get into the controversy surrounding Frank Ocean's recent split with the Universal Music Group. We discuss the events that led up to the split, identify the stakeholders involved,

The Leschea Show Episode

Aug 28th, 2016 1h 31m

Today we interview a member of the Brooklyn Radio podcast family, Leschea, creator and host of the Leschea Show. We talk about her experiences growing up in Bed-Stuy, how she went from singing in talent shows to touring with artists, and her re

The Music on TV Episode

Aug 4th, 2016 1h 14m

It's just the crew on this one. We open the show with [SPORTS] and talk about the issues surrounding the Rio Olympics and how we feel this may effect the athletes, as well as, those in attendance. Is there doo-doo in the water? Are athletes get

The Masta Ace Episode

Jul 21st, 2016 1h 21m

Our guest for this episode is Masta Ace. From his first appearance on "The Symphony" (1988), to his most recent release, The Falling Season, Ace has consistently made great music. His verses are always intentful, and his albums are filled with

The Ali Episode

Jun 11th, 2016 1h

The whole crew is back on this episode. We open the show with [SPORTS][4:05] and commemorate the great Muhammad Ali. Griddy shares some of his favorite stories about the boxing legend as we go into his history as an athlete, as a leader and as

The Streaming Wars Episode

Jun 2nd, 2016 48m 49s

Leaner and meaner. It's just the boys on this one. We open the show with [SPORTS] and discuss Mayweather v. Mcgregor [1:20]. The rumors, the facts and all in between. We then talk a little baseball, some Knicks and move into our [CULTURE] segm

The Atlanta is the New Brooklyn Episode

May 9th, 2016 1h 2m

After a hiatus the crew is BACK! We changed studios and changed our format, but have not changed our attitude. We are now splitting the show into segments. For our SPORTS segment, we talk a little NBA, some Johnny Football and suggest some soci

The Midtown Episode

Feb 19th, 2015 53m 15s

A cold open to match the Brooklyn weather. From the tundra of NYC, we got a new set-up with the same crew. We comment on recent events such as the lackluster Grammy awards, the NBA All-Star weekend and our breakdown of the television show Empir

The Year-End Episode

Jan 4th, 2015 58m 31s

2014 was a crazy year and we sum it up in under 60 minutes. We talk some Cosby, a bit of Ghostface, and we do our version of album reviews for "The New Classic" and "The Pinkprint." Afterwards the crew gets into the hip-hop artists you should c

The Parisa Episode

Nov 29th, 2014 1h 23m

On this episode we welcome actor Parisa Fitz-Henley. We talk about getting her start in pageants, living the international model life, working in music videos, and transitioning into film and telelvision. We also get into the grind of being a w

The Traum Diggs Episode

Oct 27th, 2014 1h 6m

Traum Diggs talks to us about growing up in Brooklyn and how hip-hop was seen on the streets back then, the pedigree of Philadelphia as a home of emcees, finding inspiration and writing from a personal perspective, collaborating with internati

The Timothy Ruiz Episode

Oct 1st, 2014 53m 51s

The crew welcomes our first singer-songwriter Timothy Ruiz. Repping New Jersey, Timmy breakdowns the grind of an indepedent singer. We get into his origins, getting started at open mics, developing relationships with clubs, booking gigs and how

The Off Episode

Aug 29th, 2014 1h 10m

We return after an unanticipated hiatus. The crew covers the recent award shows, summer travels and the 50 vs. Floyd squabble (shots fired!). We also discuss Ferguson and whether hip-hop artists have a responsibility to respond. All that plus r

The Weekend Money Episode

Apr 25th, 2014 1h 9m

This week the crew is joined by hip-hop group Weekend Money. Ness and Baghdaddy represent the new Brooklyn, an eclectic blend of tradition and innovation. We get into their mutual love of electro and how that led to their first recording sessio

The DJ Sakir Episode

Apr 13th, 2014 54m 46s

DJ Sakir reminds us of DJs like King Britt and Geology, equal parts soulful and ecletic. She joins the crew on this episode to talk music, art and life. We get into the origins of her creativity and her forthcoming DJ lifestyle brand OHM, how s

The Gentrification Episode

Mar 18th, 2014 38m 48s

This week the crew discusses gentrification. We provide context to this complex issue by talking about being priced out of neighborhoods, how class and race define the issue, the benefits of gentrification and some tips for assimilaitng to Broo