Sat, 20 Jun 2026 22:32:44 -0400 https://leedzedutainment.com en-us © 2026 The Leedz Edutainment Podcast yes New England, USA 97280099-f61a-5976-9771-0ece884ea695 Leedz Edutainment episodic true New England based podcast featuring in depth interviews with people in Hip Hop culture. Hosted by Ned Wellbery aka Leedz.]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Hip Hop, Underground Hip Hop, Boom Bap, New England, Interviews, Boston, Hip Hop Shows, Music, Hip Hop Culture, Rap, DJ, Producer Leedz Edutainment https://storage.buzzsprout.com/weg8jwpqxdbmuj162bqw9mky9u8q?.jpg https://leedzedutainment.com Ned Wellbery (Leedz) #123 Flash Of N.B.S. Talked With rapper and entrepreneur Flash of N.B.S., about Cambridge MA, Hustling non-stop, Aligning with Virtuoso and The Snowgoons, Performing at Hip Hop Kemp, Spirituality, Making a pivot, and THHT.

]]> Talked With rapper and entrepreneur Flash of N.B.S., about Cambridge MA, Hustling non-stop, Aligning with Virtuoso and The Snowgoons, Performing at Hip Hop Kemp, Spirituality, Making a pivot, and THHT.

]]> Buzzsprout-15551789 Thu, 08 Aug 2024 16:00:00 -0400 2906 4 17 full true #122 Tone Spliff Chopped it up with DJ/Producer Tone Spliff about growing up in upstate NY, DMC battles, Making beats, Doing cuts for everyone, Crowdfunding, Moving to LA, New album "Audible Edibles with Edo.G, Staying true to the culture, and Surviving a car accident.

]]> Chopped it up with DJ/Producer Tone Spliff about growing up in upstate NY, DMC battles, Making beats, Doing cuts for everyone, Crowdfunding, Moving to LA, New album "Audible Edibles with Edo.G, Staying true to the culture, and Surviving a car accident.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-15519899 Fri, 02 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0400 2141 4 16 full true #121 Esh & The Isolations Spoke with emcee/producer Esh & The Isolations about Growing up in Providence, Anxiety & meditation, Being a non-stereotypical rapper, MF Doom, DIY touring, Escaping through music, Working for hire, and  Salvaging the "2 late 2 die young" from a fire. 

]]> Spoke with emcee/producer Esh & The Isolations about Growing up in Providence, Anxiety & meditation, Being a non-stereotypical rapper, MF Doom, DIY touring, Escaping through music, Working for hire, and  Salvaging the "2 late 2 die young" from a fire. 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-15241863 Thu, 13 Jun 2024 08:00:00 -0400 4599 4 15 full true #120 Bugsy H. Talked with rapper Bugsy H. about growing up in the south end, Studying the rap legends, Selling tickets controversy, Getting published in a book, Major label deals, Working with Project Pat, Selling Vinyl, International connections, and his son rapping at one year old. 

]]> Talked with rapper Bugsy H. about growing up in the south end, Studying the rap legends, Selling tickets controversy, Getting published in a book, Major label deals, Working with Project Pat, Selling Vinyl, International connections, and his son rapping at one year old. 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-15181346 Mon, 03 Jun 2024 08:00:00 -0400 3423 4 14 full true #119 Apathy Talked with rapper/producer Apathy about growing up in CT, Being Alien Tongue, Demigodz, The Indie boom, Getting signed to Atlantic Records, Blacastan (RIP), Convincing DJ Premier to let him mix their record, Real estate, Anxiety, and Finding happiness in the Connecticut Casual Chapter 2 sound. 

]]> Talked with rapper/producer Apathy about growing up in CT, Being Alien Tongue, Demigodz, The Indie boom, Getting signed to Atlantic Records, Blacastan (RIP), Convincing DJ Premier to let him mix their record, Real estate, Anxiety, and Finding happiness in the Connecticut Casual Chapter 2 sound. 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-15067590 Wed, 15 May 2024 08:00:00 -0400 3592 4 13 full true #118 Dan Green Talked with Clockwork Music Founder Dan Green about interning for Violator, Detonator Records,  Promoing for Empire Management, A+Ring at Koch, The controversial AZ 15-minute set at The Middle East, Managing artists, Booking domestic and international tours, and being hands on with the business.

]]> Talked with Clockwork Music Founder Dan Green about interning for Violator, Detonator Records,  Promoing for Empire Management, A+Ring at Koch, The controversial AZ 15-minute set at The Middle East, Managing artists, Booking domestic and international tours, and being hands on with the business.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-15002523 Fri, 03 May 2024 08:00:00 -0400 2248 4 12 full true #117 Daddy-O Talked With Rapper/Producer Daddy-O about the early days of Stetsasonic, Kool Moe Dee's influence,  Producing for Alternative acts, Working for major labels, Discovering De La Soul, The Self Destruction Movement, CB4, and Being better then you used to be. 

]]> Talked With Rapper/Producer Daddy-O about the early days of Stetsasonic, Kool Moe Dee's influence,  Producing for Alternative acts, Working for major labels, Discovering De La Soul, The Self Destruction Movement, CB4, and Being better then you used to be. 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-14955467 Thu, 25 Apr 2024 11:00:00 -0400 4681 4 11 full true #116 Latrell James Conversated with rapper/producer Latrell James about growing up in a musical family, The Brockton community, Making beats out of necessity, Debut album "Twelve", Quitting a day job to open for Kendrick Lamar, Sync and publishing deals , Working with Dreamville, The inspiration behind "Running In Place", and Defining yourself as an artist. 

]]> Conversated with rapper/producer Latrell James about growing up in a musical family, The Brockton community, Making beats out of necessity, Debut album "Twelve", Quitting a day job to open for Kendrick Lamar, Sync and publishing deals , Working with Dreamville, The inspiration behind "Running In Place", and Defining yourself as an artist. 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-14912201 Thu, 18 Apr 2024 08:00:00 -0400 1950 4 10 full false #115 Todd Dahn Spoke with entrepreneur Todd Dahn about the Cannabis industry, Cultivating craft strains, Music Marketing, Getting community support, Developing artists, Understanding streaming analytics, Being a champion swimmer, and how everything cant be "Illmatic".

]]> Spoke with entrepreneur Todd Dahn about the Cannabis industry, Cultivating craft strains, Music Marketing, Getting community support, Developing artists, Understanding streaming analytics, Being a champion swimmer, and how everything cant be "Illmatic".

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-14867272 Thu, 11 Apr 2024 08:00:00 -0400 2807 4 9 full true #114 Milez Grimez Talked with rapper Milez Grimez about his inspiring record collection, Growing up with artistic parents, Onyx & Sticky Fingaz,  Hitting the open mics in the Providence, Winning a RA The Rugged Man contest, Marrying emcee Alyssa Marie, Working With Benny The Butcher, and his new collaborative album "13k" with Bombdrop.  

]]> Talked with rapper Milez Grimez about his inspiring record collection, Growing up with artistic parents, Onyx & Sticky Fingaz,  Hitting the open mics in the Providence, Winning a RA The Rugged Man contest, Marrying emcee Alyssa Marie, Working With Benny The Butcher, and his new collaborative album "13k" with Bombdrop.  

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-14831780 Fri, 05 Apr 2024 08:00:00 -0400 2912 4 8 full true #113 Sam Buck Talked with comedian Sam Buck about growing up in Fitchburg with parents who loved Hip Hop,  Getting a TBI, Doing comedy in Boston, Starting "The Bucked Up Podcast", Interviewing Conway The Machine & Westside Gunn, Mom and Grandma going viral, Hosting rap shows, The underground scene, and Putting everything into his business. 

]]> Talked with comedian Sam Buck about growing up in Fitchburg with parents who loved Hip Hop,  Getting a TBI, Doing comedy in Boston, Starting "The Bucked Up Podcast", Interviewing Conway The Machine & Westside Gunn, Mom and Grandma going viral, Hosting rap shows, The underground scene, and Putting everything into his business. 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-14779574 Wed, 27 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0400 3968 4 7 full true #112 EXITFAME Spoke with rapper EXITFAME about growing up in Roxbury, Making bad choices, Losing his father to a drug overdose, Being incarcerated, Jadakiss top 5, Getting clean & sober, and Making the "EXITHELL" album.

]]> Spoke with rapper EXITFAME about growing up in Roxbury, Making bad choices, Losing his father to a drug overdose, Being incarcerated, Jadakiss top 5, Getting clean & sober, and Making the "EXITHELL" album.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-14723378 Wed, 20 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0400 2632 4 6 full true #111 Nef Chopped it up with Producer/Engineer/DJ Nef about getting in trouble in NH, Surviving a near death car crash, Getting clean and sober, Moving to NY, Linking with Statik Selektah & Termanology, Learning studio skills by osmosis, Recording with DJ Premier, Making "The Gentleman's Board" album, and Embracing his vintage self.

]]> Chopped it up with Producer/Engineer/DJ Nef about getting in trouble in NH, Surviving a near death car crash, Getting clean and sober, Moving to NY, Linking with Statik Selektah & Termanology, Learning studio skills by osmosis, Recording with DJ Premier, Making "The Gentleman's Board" album, and Embracing his vintage self.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-14687904 Thu, 14 Mar 2024 08:00:00 -0400 4535 4 5 full true #110 Just Juice Talked with emcee Just Juice about the early Juice & Della days, Twin brother Mojo, Expanding the sound, Being mentored by Logic, Making viral videos, Rapping to DMX, Touring with Tech N9ne, Being placed in a Super Bowl commercial, Taking a mental break, and Recovering from hip surgery. 

]]> Talked with emcee Just Juice about the early Juice & Della days, Twin brother Mojo, Expanding the sound, Being mentored by Logic, Making viral videos, Rapping to DMX, Touring with Tech N9ne, Being placed in a Super Bowl commercial, Taking a mental break, and Recovering from hip surgery. 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-14629125 Tue, 05 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0500 1994 4 4 full true #109 Problemattik Spoke with rapper Problemattik about growing up in Everett, Mafia connections, Taking rap serious after a house party, Owning the entire Necro catalogue, Being a Juggalo, Merch game hustle, Punching a host in the face, Arguing with national acts, and the tragic inspiration behind the  "Tell Me Why" Single.

]]> Spoke with rapper Problemattik about growing up in Everett, Mafia connections, Taking rap serious after a house party, Owning the entire Necro catalogue, Being a Juggalo, Merch game hustle, Punching a host in the face, Arguing with national acts, and the tragic inspiration behind the  "Tell Me Why" Single.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-14590465 Wed, 28 Feb 2024 08:00:00 -0500 4685 4 3 full true #108 Mista Sinista Talked with DJ/Turntablist Mista Sinista about being born into music, Being mentored by Dr Butcher, DMC competions, Working with the Beatnuts/Fat Joe/Common, Forming the X-Ecutioners, The Odd Couple, Beatminerz Radio with DJ Safire, and Making the "Reborn" album.

]]> Talked with DJ/Turntablist Mista Sinista about being born into music, Being mentored by Dr Butcher, DMC competions, Working with the Beatnuts/Fat Joe/Common, Forming the X-Ecutioners, The Odd Couple, Beatminerz Radio with DJ Safire, and Making the "Reborn" album.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-14542595 Wed, 21 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0500 4652 4 2 full true #107 Kaspa Talked with rapper Kaspa about growing up with terminally ill parents, Going into the trades, Golf & Skateboarding,  Canibus vs DMX, Jedi Minds Tricks influence, Making movie-esque music videos, The production behind "Beautiful Chaos", and Maintaining a signed vinyl collection.

]]> Talked with rapper Kaspa about growing up with terminally ill parents, Going into the trades, Golf & Skateboarding,  Canibus vs DMX, Jedi Minds Tricks influence, Making movie-esque music videos, The production behind "Beautiful Chaos", and Maintaining a signed vinyl collection.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-14495627 Tue, 13 Feb 2024 11:00:00 -0500 4535 4 1 full true #106 Sterling Golden Spoke with "Larger Than Life" Personality Sterling Golden about Growing up in Somerville MA, Being in a wrestling fan family, Becoming A DJ at the lowest point in his life, The Indie Sleeze era, Radio, Community, Following your passion, and Retirement. 

]]> Spoke with "Larger Than Life" Personality Sterling Golden about Growing up in Somerville MA, Being in a wrestling fan family, Becoming A DJ at the lowest point in his life, The Indie Sleeze era, Radio, Community, Following your passion, and Retirement. 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-14164032 Mon, 18 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0500 4195 3 42 full true #105 Sam Gerber Talked with long time friend Sam Gerber about having family from the Soviet Union,  Sharing Kool Keith tales, Hosting Leedz Shows, Moving to Denver and Portland, Working for Lowkey Dispensary, Carrying Method Man's Tical strain, and Coming full circle. 

]]> Talked with long time friend Sam Gerber about having family from the Soviet Union,  Sharing Kool Keith tales, Hosting Leedz Shows, Moving to Denver and Portland, Working for Lowkey Dispensary, Carrying Method Man's Tical strain, and Coming full circle. 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-14123108 Mon, 11 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0500 5687 3 41 full true 104 Sheel Davé Spoke with drummer Sheel Davé about getting major label interest in High School with Irepress, Being dorm mates at Northeastern, Forming Eclectic Collective and Bad Rabbits, The Karma Loop and basement shows era, Making an unreleased album with Teddy Riley, Being endorsed by Zildjian and Pearl, and Getting back to the basics.

]]> Spoke with drummer Sheel Davé about getting major label interest in High School with Irepress, Being dorm mates at Northeastern, Forming Eclectic Collective and Bad Rabbits, The Karma Loop and basement shows era, Making an unreleased album with Teddy Riley, Being endorsed by Zildjian and Pearl, and Getting back to the basics.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-14080310 Mon, 04 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0500 4327 3 40 full true #104 Honored Moocher Talked with rapper/producer Honored Moocher about living in South Africa, Discovering Wu Tang Clan, Studying film in NYC, Going to Antartica, Having an awkward meeting with Canibus, Producing his dad's documentary, and Giving back to his community .

]]> Talked with rapper/producer Honored Moocher about living in South Africa, Discovering Wu Tang Clan, Studying film in NYC, Going to Antartica, Having an awkward meeting with Canibus, Producing his dad's documentary, and Giving back to his community .

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-13985090 Thu, 16 Nov 2023 11:00:00 -0500 5317 3 39 full true #103 Kev Brown Talked with producer/beat maker Kev Brown about being a part of the music scene in the DMV, Getting discovered by DJ Jazzy Jeff, Forming the Low Budget Crew, His debut album "I Do What I Do", Making beats with crazy bass lines, Starting a Twitch channel, Adjusting his performance, and Surviving technical difficulties.

]]> Talked with producer/beat maker Kev Brown about being a part of the music scene in the DMV, Getting discovered by DJ Jazzy Jeff, Forming the Low Budget Crew, His debut album "I Do What I Do", Making beats with crazy bass lines, Starting a Twitch channel, Adjusting his performance, and Surviving technical difficulties.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-13934322 Thu, 09 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0500 3392 3 38 full true #102 Guilty Simpson Talked with rapper Guilty Simpson about living in Detroit, Applying Competitive Sports to Hip Hop, Working With J.Dilla & Stones Throw, Forming Random Axe with Sean Price & Black Milk, "It Was Written" vs "Illmatic", New "Escalation" album with Uncommon Nasa, and Knowing your worth.

]]> Talked with rapper Guilty Simpson about living in Detroit, Applying Competitive Sports to Hip Hop, Working With J.Dilla & Stones Throw, Forming Random Axe with Sean Price & Black Milk, "It Was Written" vs "Illmatic", New "Escalation" album with Uncommon Nasa, and Knowing your worth.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-13895530 Thu, 02 Nov 2023 10:00:00 -0400 4140 3 37 full true #101 Ju$t Jill Talked with Female rapper Ju$t Jill about growing up in Central Square, Being Checkmark of Skitzofreniks younger sister, Co-organizing the Bridgeside Cypher, Becoming an Executive Director of The Cambridge Hip Hop Collective, Empowering Women through rapping, Making the album "Womanhood", and Overcoming adversity through music. 

]]> Talked with Female rapper Ju$t Jill about growing up in Central Square, Being Checkmark of Skitzofreniks younger sister, Co-organizing the Bridgeside Cypher, Becoming an Executive Director of The Cambridge Hip Hop Collective, Empowering Women through rapping, Making the album "Womanhood", and Overcoming adversity through music. 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-13851041 Thu, 26 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400 5165 3 36 full true #100 Marco Polo Talked with Producer/Beat maker Marco Polo about growing up outside of Toronto, Going to rehab at 15 years old, Interning at The Cutting Room, Constructing beats on the MPC, Quitting cigarettes, Making collaborate albums/compilations with Hip Hop legends, Creating sound designs, and keeping a financial balance with music.  

]]> Talked with Producer/Beat maker Marco Polo about growing up outside of Toronto, Going to rehab at 15 years old, Interning at The Cutting Room, Constructing beats on the MPC, Quitting cigarettes, Making collaborate albums/compilations with Hip Hop legends, Creating sound designs, and keeping a financial balance with music.  

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-13791975 Tue, 17 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0400 3516 3 35 full true #99 A-F-R-O Spoke with emcee/actor/beat maker A-F-R-O about living in LA, Becoming a fan of the oldies, Freestyling, Getting discovered by R.A. The Rugged man,  Appearing on the Jimmy Fallon show w/The Roots. Acting in VH1's "The Breaks", Making an unreleased DJ Premier project,  Putting out new music, and Being a movie nerd.

]]> Spoke with emcee/actor/beat maker A-F-R-O about living in LA, Becoming a fan of the oldies, Freestyling, Getting discovered by R.A. The Rugged man,  Appearing on the Jimmy Fallon show w/The Roots. Acting in VH1's "The Breaks", Making an unreleased DJ Premier project,  Putting out new music, and Being a movie nerd.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-13747895 Tue, 10 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400 4436 3 34 full true #98 Superstar Snuk Switched up the questions format with emcee Superstah Snuk about living in Haverhill, S.T. Da Squad, Rapping fast, Boom Bap vs Trap, Stuck On Stuff Podcast, "Overdue" album with DC The Midi Alien, Still Watching Wrestling, and Being "Too Old For This" . 

]]> Switched up the questions format with emcee Superstah Snuk about living in Haverhill, S.T. Da Squad, Rapping fast, Boom Bap vs Trap, Stuck On Stuff Podcast, "Overdue" album with DC The Midi Alien, Still Watching Wrestling, and Being "Too Old For This" . 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-13715366 Thu, 05 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0400 4293 3 33 full true #97 Prop Dylan Talked  with Swedish emcee Prop Dylan about his native country, Rapping with an English accent, The origin of his name, Working with DJ Premier & Apollo Brown, Performing at over 600 shows, Making "The Gemini Twins" project w/ Mr. Noun, and Becoming a producer.

]]> Talked  with Swedish emcee Prop Dylan about his native country, Rapping with an English accent, The origin of his name, Working with DJ Premier & Apollo Brown, Performing at over 600 shows, Making "The Gemini Twins" project w/ Mr. Noun, and Becoming a producer.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-13667238 Wed, 27 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0400 2936 3 32 full true #96 Apollo Brown Talked with producer Apollo Brown about the Detroit Hip Hop scene, Crafting beats with old software, Making collaborate albums in person, Mello Music Group, Drums vs Drumless production, New album "Sardines" with Planet Asia, Recording twelve songs in eight hours with O.C., and Putting family first.

]]> Talked with producer Apollo Brown about the Detroit Hip Hop scene, Crafting beats with old software, Making collaborate albums in person, Mello Music Group, Drums vs Drumless production, New album "Sardines" with Planet Asia, Recording twelve songs in eight hours with O.C., and Putting family first.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-13633897 Thu, 21 Sep 2023 10:00:00 -0400 2908 3 31 full true #95 Torae Spoke with emcee and radio personality Torae about growing up in Coney Island, Pitching a demo to Bad Boy, Going on tour with Ruff Ryders/Cash Money, Rolling with The Diplomats, Doing an ad drop for LeBron James, Working with DJ Premier & Skyzoo, Ghostwriting vs Songwriting, Hosting shows on Sirus XM, and Making a new album with Marco Polo. 

]]> Spoke with emcee and radio personality Torae about growing up in Coney Island, Pitching a demo to Bad Boy, Going on tour with Ruff Ryders/Cash Money, Rolling with The Diplomats, Doing an ad drop for LeBron James, Working with DJ Premier & Skyzoo, Ghostwriting vs Songwriting, Hosting shows on Sirus XM, and Making a new album with Marco Polo. 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-13582173 Wed, 13 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0400 4302 3 30 full true #94 Arichussettes Talked with rapper and entrepreneur Arichussettes about growing up in Arizona, Being dumped off in Mexico as a kid, Moving to Worcester MA, The hustler mentality, Working with Block McCloud, Psycho Realm's influence, Listening to X-Raided,  Opening a barber shop in NH, and Selling merch alongside custom women's undergarments. 

]]> Talked with rapper and entrepreneur Arichussettes about growing up in Arizona, Being dumped off in Mexico as a kid, Moving to Worcester MA, The hustler mentality, Working with Block McCloud, Psycho Realm's influence, Listening to X-Raided,  Opening a barber shop in NH, and Selling merch alongside custom women's undergarments. 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-13502510 Thu, 31 Aug 2023 08:00:00 -0400 3187 3 29 full true #93 Dutch Rebelle Chopped it up with emcee Dutch Rebelle about living in Haiti, Rapping at nine years old, Performing in non traditional places, Breaking stigmas, Modeling, Voiceover work, and Creating your own space as a woman.

]]> Chopped it up with emcee Dutch Rebelle about living in Haiti, Rapping at nine years old, Performing in non traditional places, Breaking stigmas, Modeling, Voiceover work, and Creating your own space as a woman.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-13461987 Thu, 24 Aug 2023 08:00:00 -0400 4828 3 28 full true #92 Tim Hall Interviewed musician, poet, producer, professor & creative entrepreneur Tim Hall about growing up in Detroit, Golf, Choosing the saxophone, writing poetry,  Joining STL GLD, Putting together the GLD FSTVL, Teaching at Berklee, Making the "Trust The Process" EP, and How to impact the arts & culture scene in Boston. 

]]> Interviewed musician, poet, producer, professor & creative entrepreneur Tim Hall about growing up in Detroit, Golf, Choosing the saxophone, writing poetry,  Joining STL GLD, Putting together the GLD FSTVL, Teaching at Berklee, Making the "Trust The Process" EP, and How to impact the arts & culture scene in Boston. 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-13422075 Thu, 17 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0400 4631 3 27 full true #91 Matteo Getz Spoke with DJ/Producer Matteo Getz about growing up in Framingham MA, Learning the game from Ajax Lo & Havok House, Making beats with Reason, The legendary "Box Of CDs", Being DIY, Becoming a barber, Shopping for Polo, and Making a collaborative album with Thirstin Howl The 3rd.

]]> Spoke with DJ/Producer Matteo Getz about growing up in Framingham MA, Learning the game from Ajax Lo & Havok House, Making beats with Reason, The legendary "Box Of CDs", Being DIY, Becoming a barber, Shopping for Polo, and Making a collaborative album with Thirstin Howl The 3rd.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-13382721 Thu, 10 Aug 2023 08:00:00 -0400 2715 3 26 full true #90 Mann Terror Talked with rapper Mann Terror about growing up in Orchard Park, The Almighty RSO, Forming The Wiseguys, Working with Nas & Mobb Deep, Ghostwriting for Teddy Riley, Relationship with Michael Bivins, and making the "End Of An Era".

]]> Talked with rapper Mann Terror about growing up in Orchard Park, The Almighty RSO, Forming The Wiseguys, Working with Nas & Mobb Deep, Ghostwriting for Teddy Riley, Relationship with Michael Bivins, and making the "End Of An Era".

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-13333372 Wed, 02 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0400 3154 3 25 full true #89 Substantial Spoke with rapper/producer/educator Substantial about living in the DMV, linking with QN5, Signing a deal with Nujabes, Licensing work for companies/movies/video games, Having cancer preventative surgery, Making reflective music, consulting, Getting a Chuck D shoutout, Cultural diplomacy, and creating the new album "Adultish".

]]> Spoke with rapper/producer/educator Substantial about living in the DMV, linking with QN5, Signing a deal with Nujabes, Licensing work for companies/movies/video games, Having cancer preventative surgery, Making reflective music, consulting, Getting a Chuck D shoutout, Cultural diplomacy, and creating the new album "Adultish".

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-13281939 Tue, 25 Jul 2023 10:00:00 -0400 4048 3 24 full true #88 Q-Unique Conversed with rapper, beat maker, and musician Q-Unique about working with C & C Music Factory, Forming The Arsonists, Becoming a different solo artist, Constructing the alternative rock band Stillwell with Fieldy (Korn) & Wuv (P.O.D.), Learning guitar and singing, and upgrading his catalogue. 

]]> Conversed with rapper, beat maker, and musician Q-Unique about working with C & C Music Factory, Forming The Arsonists, Becoming a different solo artist, Constructing the alternative rock band Stillwell with Fieldy (Korn) & Wuv (P.O.D.), Learning guitar and singing, and upgrading his catalogue. 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-13252664 Wed, 19 Jul 2023 13:00:00 -0400 4273 3 23 full true #87 Statik Selektah Talked with DJ/Producer Statik Selektah about living in Lawrence and Southern NH, Becoming a DJ at fourteen years old, Starting ShowOff Marketing, Transitioning from making mixtapes to albums, Offering Eminem MDMA, Being in the studio with Nas & DJ Premier,  Constructing his 10th album "Round Trip", An exclusive artwork collection, and creating slime with his daughter Harley.

]]> Talked with DJ/Producer Statik Selektah about living in Lawrence and Southern NH, Becoming a DJ at fourteen years old, Starting ShowOff Marketing, Transitioning from making mixtapes to albums, Offering Eminem MDMA, Being in the studio with Nas & DJ Premier,  Constructing his 10th album "Round Trip", An exclusive artwork collection, and creating slime with his daughter Harley.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-13112796 Tue, 27 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0400 2193 3 22 full true #86 Ruste Juxx Talked with rapper Ruste Juxx about Crown Heights, Being co-signed by Sean Price, Collaborative projects with Marco Polo & The Arcitype, Being the killer collab king, Working with international artists, The writing process, and Setting it off on a Boot Camp Clik 30 year reunion track.

]]> Talked with rapper Ruste Juxx about Crown Heights, Being co-signed by Sean Price, Collaborative projects with Marco Polo & The Arcitype, Being the killer collab king, Working with international artists, The writing process, and Setting it off on a Boot Camp Clik 30 year reunion track.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-13070716 Tue, 20 Jun 2023 12:00:00 -0400 1948 3 21 full true #85 Diamond D Spoke with Producer/Rapper/DJ Diamond D about the Bronx, Making "Stunts, Blunts, And Hip Hop" album, Producing for everyone, Forming DITC, Music business dos and don'ts, and keeping the passion and drive going for 30+ years.

]]> Spoke with Producer/Rapper/DJ Diamond D about the Bronx, Making "Stunts, Blunts, And Hip Hop" album, Producing for everyone, Forming DITC, Music business dos and don'ts, and keeping the passion and drive going for 30+ years.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-13028145 Tue, 13 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0400 1775 3 20 full true #84 Bullet Brak Conversated with rapper and hustler Bullet Brak about his Greek heritage, Living in NY and Maryland, Meeting Mr Peter Parker, Networking, Tour managing for RA The Rugged Man & Onyx, Working with Papoose, and being a die hard Baseball fan.

]]> Conversated with rapper and hustler Bullet Brak about his Greek heritage, Living in NY and Maryland, Meeting Mr Peter Parker, Networking, Tour managing for RA The Rugged Man & Onyx, Working with Papoose, and being a die hard Baseball fan.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-13003975 Thu, 08 Jun 2023 14:00:00 -0400 4004 3 19 full true #83 Amadeus360 Spoke with producer Amadeus360 about moving to Brooklyn via Arkansas and Dallas,  Getting mentored by Kid Capri, Making beats for NY's finest, Being the biggest M.O.P. fan, Collaborative projects with Termanology & Ruste Juxx, Schooling me on the King Of Chill, Gaining enough recognition as producer, crafting a hardcore sound, and the making of the "MPC Jedi" album.

]]> Spoke with producer Amadeus360 about moving to Brooklyn via Arkansas and Dallas,  Getting mentored by Kid Capri, Making beats for NY's finest, Being the biggest M.O.P. fan, Collaborative projects with Termanology & Ruste Juxx, Schooling me on the King Of Chill, Gaining enough recognition as producer, crafting a hardcore sound, and the making of the "MPC Jedi" album.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-12942035 Tue, 30 May 2023 10:00:00 -0400 3561 3 18 full true #82 Mike Mack Spoke with Christian Hip Hop specialist Mike Mack about growing up in Boston, Fear & anxiety, Battling stigmas and restraints, Going to school in Miami, Studying abroad in South Korea, Starting Church Boy Clothing, Lecrae, Writing for Rapzilla, Booking and promoting shows, and the Elevation Conference. 

]]> Spoke with Christian Hip Hop specialist Mike Mack about growing up in Boston, Fear & anxiety, Battling stigmas and restraints, Going to school in Miami, Studying abroad in South Korea, Starting Church Boy Clothing, Lecrae, Writing for Rapzilla, Booking and promoting shows, and the Elevation Conference. 

]]> Buzzsprout-12920112 Thu, 25 May 2023 11:00:00 -0400 4037 3 17 full false #81 Ill Bill Spoke with rapper Ill Bill about family dynamics w/ Uncle Howie and Necro, Connecting with MC Serch in 95, Forming Non Phixion, Fat Beats, Being a Goon, La Coka Nostra, Major Label Deals, A different approach in making "Billy", and Losing over 100 pounds!!

]]> Spoke with rapper Ill Bill about family dynamics w/ Uncle Howie and Necro, Connecting with MC Serch in 95, Forming Non Phixion, Fat Beats, Being a Goon, La Coka Nostra, Major Label Deals, A different approach in making "Billy", and Losing over 100 pounds!!

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-12855817 Mon, 15 May 2023 20:00:00 -0400 3208 3 16 full true #80 Aztech From Hybrid Thoughts Had a great convo with New England Underground Vet Aztech From Hybrid Thoughts about his North Shore/South Shore connection, Being a B-Boy, Canibus, Japanese and Korean culture, Working in Anime, Battle Leagues, Running a store in Central Sq, and keeping calm demeanor.  

]]> Had a great convo with New England Underground Vet Aztech From Hybrid Thoughts about his North Shore/South Shore connection, Being a B-Boy, Canibus, Japanese and Korean culture, Working in Anime, Battle Leagues, Running a store in Central Sq, and keeping calm demeanor.  

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-12838705 Fri, 12 May 2023 16:00:00 -0400 3885 3 15 full true #79 Awon Talked with rapper Awon about Growing up in Brooklyn and moving to Virginia, Joining forces with Phoniks, Starting Don't Sleep Records, Hustling the "Underdogs" documentary, Jazz Rap, Vinyl, Collaborative projects, and Family support.

]]> Talked with rapper Awon about Growing up in Brooklyn and moving to Virginia, Joining forces with Phoniks, Starting Don't Sleep Records, Hustling the "Underdogs" documentary, Jazz Rap, Vinyl, Collaborative projects, and Family support.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-12755285 Mon, 01 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 3918 3 14 full false #78 M-Dot Spoke with rapper/ producer M-Dot about Revere MA, Being an English major, First Leedz show, Touring Europe 13 times, Working with legendary producers & emcees, getting scratched by DJ Premier, Six degrees of separation, Having a loyal team (EMS), joining the union, and the relentless hustle.

]]> Spoke with rapper/ producer M-Dot about Revere MA, Being an English major, First Leedz show, Touring Europe 13 times, Working with legendary producers & emcees, getting scratched by DJ Premier, Six degrees of separation, Having a loyal team (EMS), joining the union, and the relentless hustle.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-12708508 Sun, 23 Apr 2023 21:00:00 -0400 3778 3 13 full true #77 Meyhem Lauren Chopped it up with rapper Meyhem Lauren about Queens NY, J-Love mixtapes, Graffiti, Polo, Brotherhood with Action Bronson, F*ck That's Delicious, New album With DJ Muggs & Madlib, Doing voice overs, Investing in yourself and staying active. 

]]> Chopped it up with rapper Meyhem Lauren about Queens NY, J-Love mixtapes, Graffiti, Polo, Brotherhood with Action Bronson, F*ck That's Delicious, New album With DJ Muggs & Madlib, Doing voice overs, Investing in yourself and staying active. 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-12661439 Sun, 16 Apr 2023 18:00:00 -0400 1838 3 12 full true #76 Rasheed Chappell Great convo with rapper Rasheed Chappell about growing up in Project City, Making a debut album with Kenny Dope, Working with Hip Hop pioneers, Joining TRUST, Touring with Jedi Mind Tricks, Staying competitive and versatile, Losing 85 pounds, New project with The Arcitype, and remaining authentic. 

]]> Great convo with rapper Rasheed Chappell about growing up in Project City, Making a debut album with Kenny Dope, Working with Hip Hop pioneers, Joining TRUST, Touring with Jedi Mind Tricks, Staying competitive and versatile, Losing 85 pounds, New project with The Arcitype, and remaining authentic. 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-12596476 Wed, 05 Apr 2023 16:00:00 -0400 3272 3 11 full true #75 Chairman Chow Spoke with Producer/Videographer Chairman Chow about growing up In Dorchester, Discovering new music/mixtapes, Starting Overdog Radio, Changing names, becoming a producer, marrying a painter, Learning to shoot 150+ music videos, Hard work & Obsession, and smoking 2 blunts to the head. 

]]> Spoke with Producer/Videographer Chairman Chow about growing up In Dorchester, Discovering new music/mixtapes, Starting Overdog Radio, Changing names, becoming a producer, marrying a painter, Learning to shoot 150+ music videos, Hard work & Obsession, and smoking 2 blunts to the head. 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-12529161 Mon, 27 Mar 2023 19:00:00 -0400 4086 3 10 full false #74 Lord Gremithy (DirtyDurdie) Talked With rapper Lord Gremithy about growing up in New Bedford/Southern New England,  Working with 3rd Eye Unlimited, Forming DurdyDurdie, Comedy vs Controversy, Questioning authority, Rolling 100+ ELZ a day, Being an event manager/bartender, and Feeling blessed.

]]> Talked With rapper Lord Gremithy about growing up in New Bedford/Southern New England,  Working with 3rd Eye Unlimited, Forming DurdyDurdie, Comedy vs Controversy, Questioning authority, Rolling 100+ ELZ a day, Being an event manager/bartender, and Feeling blessed.

]]> Buzzsprout-12488638 Tue, 21 Mar 2023 17:00:00 -0400 3057 3 9 full true #73 Joe Scudda Chopped it up with artist/manager Joe Scudda about rapping for the first time in front of 2000 people, meeting Little Brother/9th Wonder,  Being on the "Loving It" single, Falling into things ass backwards, Doing a show in Boston during the Red Sox 2004 ALDS, Managing bars and a restaurant, Being a Georgia baseball and college football fan, and reuniting with Phonte and Rapper Big Pooh.

]]> Chopped it up with artist/manager Joe Scudda about rapping for the first time in front of 2000 people, meeting Little Brother/9th Wonder,  Being on the "Loving It" single, Falling into things ass backwards, Doing a show in Boston during the Red Sox 2004 ALDS, Managing bars and a restaurant, Being a Georgia baseball and college football fan, and reuniting with Phonte and Rapper Big Pooh.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-12441669 Tue, 14 Mar 2023 17:00:00 -0400 2984 3 8 full true #72 Teddy Roxpin Got up with producer Teddy Roxpin about growing up in Newton MA, Learning classic Hip Hop from his older brother, J.Dilla, Getting discovered by Apathy, working with Mac Miller,  Moving to Cali, Making Lo-Fi beats, DJ residencies, and new collaborative projects. 

]]> Got up with producer Teddy Roxpin about growing up in Newton MA, Learning classic Hip Hop from his older brother, J.Dilla, Getting discovered by Apathy, working with Mac Miller,  Moving to Cali, Making Lo-Fi beats, DJ residencies, and new collaborative projects. 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-12403472 Wed, 08 Mar 2023 17:00:00 -0500 4584 3 7 full true #71 El Da Sensei (Artifacts) Spoke with El Da Sensei about founding the Artifacts, Graffiti, Hating "New Jersey Drive", Making "Between A Rock And A Hard Place" and That's Them", Redman rumors, going solo,  major labels vs indie artists, RIP Tame One And DJ Kaos, selling merch, humility, and getting back for the last time with "No Expiration Date". 

]]> Spoke with El Da Sensei about founding the Artifacts, Graffiti, Hating "New Jersey Drive", Making "Between A Rock And A Hard Place" and That's Them", Redman rumors, going solo,  major labels vs indie artists, RIP Tame One And DJ Kaos, selling merch, humility, and getting back for the last time with "No Expiration Date". 

]]> Buzzsprout-12357025 Wed, 01 Mar 2023 17:00:00 -0500 5689 3 6 full true #70 Brady Watt Got a chance to speak with bass player and music producer Brady Watt about growing up in NH, Berklee School Of Music, moving to Brooklyn, getting discovered at a Dame Dash party, playing with Talib Kweli, living in DJ Premier's basement, Bass & Bars, producing for Jack Harlow, making a New England posse cut, and surviving Cancer.

]]> Got a chance to speak with bass player and music producer Brady Watt about growing up in NH, Berklee School Of Music, moving to Brooklyn, getting discovered at a Dame Dash party, playing with Talib Kweli, living in DJ Premier's basement, Bass & Bars, producing for Jack Harlow, making a New England posse cut, and surviving Cancer.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-12294790 Tue, 21 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 5108 3 5 full true #69 Motivate Merren Talked with Boston artist, producer, promoter, and DJ Motivate Merren about growing up in Dorchester, working with Clinton Sparks, playing the rap game, promoting shows, producers and beat makers, the meaning behind his new album FO.G. (Fear OF Greatness), and working together.

]]> Talked with Boston artist, producer, promoter, and DJ Motivate Merren about growing up in Dorchester, working with Clinton Sparks, playing the rap game, promoting shows, producers and beat makers, the meaning behind his new album FO.G. (Fear OF Greatness), and working together.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-12262432 Wed, 15 Feb 2023 17:00:00 -0500 4221 3 4 full true #68 Sadat X Conversated with Sadat X of Brand Nubian about the 30th anniversary of "In God We Trust", Controversial lyrics, being in the 5 Percent-Nation, Rikers Island, making Jailhouse Hooch,  finding multiple sources of revenue, getting banned on social media,  moving to NC, and staying active.

]]> Conversated with Sadat X of Brand Nubian about the 30th anniversary of "In God We Trust", Controversial lyrics, being in the 5 Percent-Nation, Rikers Island, making Jailhouse Hooch,  finding multiple sources of revenue, getting banned on social media,  moving to NC, and staying active.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-12248022 Tue, 14 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1110 3 3 full true #67 C-Doc Great convo with producer, filmmaker, and president of Spit Slam Music Group C-Doc about growing up in Ohio/Pennsylvania, family support,  Public Enemy & The Bomb Squad, making movies, Cypress Hill, starting a record label with Chuck D, working with Blak Madeen, and upcoming projects.

]]> Great convo with producer, filmmaker, and president of Spit Slam Music Group C-Doc about growing up in Ohio/Pennsylvania, family support,  Public Enemy & The Bomb Squad, making movies, Cypress Hill, starting a record label with Chuck D, working with Blak Madeen, and upcoming projects.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-12171968 Thu, 02 Feb 2023 15:00:00 -0500 5313 3 2 full false #66 Chilla Jones Spoke with Boston battle extraordinaire Chilla Jones about growing up in Dorchester, the rise of pre-medatative battling, Pat Stay (RIP), taking overly personal shots,  the fighting mentality, balancing between making albums, collaborative project with Ea$y Money, and starting a Hip Hop academy. 

]]> Spoke with Boston battle extraordinaire Chilla Jones about growing up in Dorchester, the rise of pre-medatative battling, Pat Stay (RIP), taking overly personal shots,  the fighting mentality, balancing between making albums, collaborative project with Ea$y Money, and starting a Hip Hop academy. 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-12081206 Thu, 19 Jan 2023 16:00:00 -0500 3988 3 1 full true #65 Dagha Interview with rapper Dagha about growing up in Mattapan, being in multiple groups , working with Insight Innovates and Edan , performing Shakespeare, 5% Nation, Making “The Divorce” and Black Flowerz albums, and balancing your art with life .

]]> Interview with rapper Dagha about growing up in Mattapan, being in multiple groups , working with Insight Innovates and Edan , performing Shakespeare, 5% Nation, Making “The Divorce” and Black Flowerz albums, and balancing your art with life .

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-10890227 Fri, 01 Jul 2022 12:00:00 -0400 2501 2 15 full true #64 "A Worker Among Workers" Album Listening Party Tune in as we talk about the making of the "Worker Among Workers " album with special guests. 

]]> Tune in as we talk about the making of the "Worker Among Workers " album with special guests. 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-10808372 Fri, 17 Jun 2022 01:00:00 -0400 6922 2 14 full true #63 Oblivious Interview with rapper Oblivious about growing up in Quincy MA, surviving a drug epidemic, calling out rappers, diss tracks, getting hit in the face with a brick, touring oversees, Making the W.O.KE. album with Lateb and Jon Glass , working with Cloaqxdagger, Rage Against The Machine, and staying resilient !

]]> Interview with rapper Oblivious about growing up in Quincy MA, surviving a drug epidemic, calling out rappers, diss tracks, getting hit in the face with a brick, touring oversees, Making the W.O.KE. album with Lateb and Jon Glass , working with Cloaqxdagger, Rage Against The Machine, and staying resilient !

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-10775202 Sat, 11 Jun 2022 13:00:00 -0400 3484 2 13 full true #62 Jake Fraczek aka J The S Great interview with rapper/writer Jake Fraczek aka J The S about growing up growing up in Boston, winning the Super Bowl battle, going hard with the music, forming The Greater Good, moving to NY, industry fakeness, needing to regroup, writing books, hosting a podcast, and having a mean meme game 👀

]]> Great interview with rapper/writer Jake Fraczek aka J The S about growing up growing up in Boston, winning the Super Bowl battle, going hard with the music, forming The Greater Good, moving to NY, industry fakeness, needing to regroup, writing books, hosting a podcast, and having a mean meme game 👀

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-10697060 Sat, 28 May 2022 14:00:00 -0400 3591 2 12 full true #61 Moe Pope Interview with Moe Pope about growing up in the Roxbury projects, forming the groups Misson + Electic Co. & Project Move, moving to Cali, becoming a solo artist, being influenced by other genres, starting STL GLD , and fighting against negative Hip Hop stereotypes.

]]> Interview with Moe Pope about growing up in the Roxbury projects, forming the groups Misson + Electic Co. & Project Move, moving to Cali, becoming a solo artist, being influenced by other genres, starting STL GLD , and fighting against negative Hip Hop stereotypes.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-10669475 Mon, 23 May 2022 18:00:00 -0400 3749 2 11 full true #60 Snak The Ripper Interview with Snak The Ripper about growing up near Vancouver, being a graffiti writer, learning to rap at parties, the Canadian Hip Hop scene, Dissing Madchild, making high quality videos, engaging with fans, rocking with a band, and micro dosing mushrooms 🍄

]]> Interview with Snak The Ripper about growing up near Vancouver, being a graffiti writer, learning to rap at parties, the Canadian Hip Hop scene, Dissing Madchild, making high quality videos, engaging with fans, rocking with a band, and micro dosing mushrooms 🍄

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-10608273 Thu, 12 May 2022 16:00:00 -0400 3008 2 10 full true #59 Shawn Mics Interview with rapper Shawn Mics about growing up in Weymouth, being DYI, listening to indie rap, Atmosphere's best album, working in the union, losing his mother to cancer, and learning to appreciate “The Little Things” 🙏

]]> Interview with rapper Shawn Mics about growing up in Weymouth, being DYI, listening to indie rap, Atmosphere's best album, working in the union, losing his mother to cancer, and learning to appreciate “The Little Things” 🙏

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-10532693 Sat, 30 Apr 2022 12:00:00 -0400 2032 2 9 full true #58 Chill Rob G Interview with Chill Rob G about co-founding The Flavor Unit, Wild Pitch Records, Snap! stealing “The Power”, stepping away from the music business, Trick Remix, getting back to making music, and working with Chuck D & SpitSLAM.

]]> Interview with Chill Rob G about co-founding The Flavor Unit, Wild Pitch Records, Snap! stealing “The Power”, stepping away from the music business, Trick Remix, getting back to making music, and working with Chuck D & SpitSLAM.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-10354844 Thu, 31 Mar 2022 13:00:00 -0400 1414 2 8 full true #57 Chris Webby Interview with Chris Webby about growing up in CT, learning from mistakes, the DatPiff era, frat rap, beef with Sammy Adams, first sold out show in Boston, being an independent artist, working with DMX,  ADHD, vaccine mandates, and using your platform to speak up.

]]> Interview with Chris Webby about growing up in CT, learning from mistakes, the DatPiff era, frat rap, beef with Sammy Adams, first sold out show in Boston, being an independent artist, working with DMX,  ADHD, vaccine mandates, and using your platform to speak up.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-10317147 Fri, 25 Mar 2022 10:00:00 -0400 2744 2 7 full true #56 Danny Boy O'Connor (House Of Pain/ La Coka Nostra) Interview with Danny Boy O'Connor about forming House Of Pain, the impact of Jump Around, staying credible in Hip Hop, branding, getting clean and sober, forming La Coka Nostra, founding The Outsiders Museum in Tulsa, being in the the Soleil Frye documentary, and his relationship with Mickey Rourke .

]]> Interview with Danny Boy O'Connor about forming House Of Pain, the impact of Jump Around, staying credible in Hip Hop, branding, getting clean and sober, forming La Coka Nostra, founding The Outsiders Museum in Tulsa, being in the the Soleil Frye documentary, and his relationship with Mickey Rourke .

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-10256054 Tue, 15 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0400 3443 2 6 full true #55 Reks Built with Rhythmatic Etenral King Supreme Reks about growing up in Lawtown, breakdancing, becoming an emcee, coming up in the Boston Hip Hop scene, working with Statik Selektah & other legendary producers, moving down south, spirituality , and quitting alcohol.

]]> Built with Rhythmatic Etenral King Supreme Reks about growing up in Lawtown, breakdancing, becoming an emcee, coming up in the Boston Hip Hop scene, working with Statik Selektah & other legendary producers, moving down south, spirituality , and quitting alcohol.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-10227219 Thu, 10 Mar 2022 14:00:00 -0500 3006 2 5 full true #54 Weapon E.S.P. Interview with rapper Weapon E.S.P. about living in central MA, getting drafted by the Oakland A's, studying the emcee craft, steroids, no drums on beats, and making movies into an album.

]]> Interview with rapper Weapon E.S.P. about living in central MA, getting drafted by the Oakland A's, studying the emcee craft, steroids, no drums on beats, and making movies into an album.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-10131701 Wed, 23 Feb 2022 16:00:00 -0500 2797 2 4 full true #53 Matty Harris Great times with engineer/producer MAtty Harris🎙 Talked about touring at 15 in a Jazz band, going to Berklee, becoming a sound engineer, producing for Slaine, Sammy Adams & Cam Meekins , moving to LA, working with major labels, starting his own company , and the future of mixing/mastering 🎧

]]> Great times with engineer/producer MAtty Harris🎙 Talked about touring at 15 in a Jazz band, going to Berklee, becoming a sound engineer, producing for Slaine, Sammy Adams & Cam Meekins , moving to LA, working with major labels, starting his own company , and the future of mixing/mastering 🎧

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-10095375 Thu, 17 Feb 2022 14:00:00 -0500 3737 2 3 full true #52 DJ Deadeye Great interview with DJ Deadeye about Lawrence MA, car stereo systems in hoopties, selling mixtapes, working at Newbury Comics, joining ST. Da Squad , Being a live DJ, stopping drinking , and making “The Intervention” album.

]]> Great interview with DJ Deadeye about Lawrence MA, car stereo systems in hoopties, selling mixtapes, working at Newbury Comics, joining ST. Da Squad , Being a live DJ, stopping drinking , and making “The Intervention” album.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-10037867 Tue, 08 Feb 2022 15:00:00 -0500 3731 2 1 full true #51 Speech Of Arrested Development Part 2 After technical difficulties we addressed the struggles of conscious rap vs Gangsta rap, still going after 30 years, spirituality, touring with major bands outside of Hip Hop, and making the album “For The FLN Love”

]]> After technical difficulties we addressed the struggles of conscious rap vs Gangsta rap, still going after 30 years, spirituality, touring with major bands outside of Hip Hop, and making the album “For The FLN Love”

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-10006350 Thu, 03 Feb 2022 11:00:00 -0500 1248 2 1 full true #51 Speech Of Arrested Development Part 1 Talked with Speech Of Arrested Development about getting covid, growing up in Milwaukee around his fathers nightclub, starting AD and expanding into 20 members, making "3 years, 5 months, and 2 days In the life" album, getting sued by Prince, and what it feels like to sell 6 million records worldwide.

]]> Talked with Speech Of Arrested Development about getting covid, growing up in Milwaukee around his fathers nightclub, starting AD and expanding into 20 members, making "3 years, 5 months, and 2 days In the life" album, getting sued by Prince, and what it feels like to sell 6 million records worldwide.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-10006331 Thu, 03 Feb 2022 11:00:00 -0500 1391 2 1 full true #50 Hal Capone Great convo with music enthusiast Hal Capone about Hardcore VS Hip Hop, fighting racism, FSU, Southern NH, getting into a bloodbath at a show, digging in the underground , dark indie movies, starting a podcast, and still a fan at 50 years old !

]]> Great convo with music enthusiast Hal Capone about Hardcore VS Hip Hop, fighting racism, FSU, Southern NH, getting into a bloodbath at a show, digging in the underground , dark indie movies, starting a podcast, and still a fan at 50 years old !

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-9863776 Mon, 10 Jan 2022 17:00:00 -0500 3479 1 50 full true #49 Joshua Ames Check out the interview I did with The Shaskeen Pub and Restaurant owner Joshua Ames about Opening a venue in NH, booking Hip Hop shows at an irish pub, Scarface making his entourage pay for drinks, using your apartment as a green room, surviving during Covid, and playing your part in the community.

]]> Check out the interview I did with The Shaskeen Pub and Restaurant owner Joshua Ames about Opening a venue in NH, booking Hip Hop shows at an irish pub, Scarface making his entourage pay for drinks, using your apartment as a green room, surviving during Covid, and playing your part in the community.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-9781555 Thu, 23 Dec 2021 15:00:00 -0500 3027 1 49 full true #48 Dear Derrick Talked with curator and rapper Dear Derrick about growing up in Brownsville, art vs capitalism, creating an album about black people being the ultimate prostitutes, making videos about doing nothing, being avant-garde, working with Marc Live, and Kool Keith being one of the greatest 🐐

]]> Talked with curator and rapper Dear Derrick about growing up in Brownsville, art vs capitalism, creating an album about black people being the ultimate prostitutes, making videos about doing nothing, being avant-garde, working with Marc Live, and Kool Keith being one of the greatest 🐐

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-9733014 Thu, 16 Dec 2021 14:00:00 -0500 2828 1 48 full true #47 Jackson Whalan Conversed with rapper and producer Jackson Whalan about living in Western MA, performing for the U.N., traveling to India, playing in a electronic jam band, touring with Moon Hooch, having a personal crisis, working with Krs One & Mr. Lif , and keeping it eclectic 🎵

]]> Conversed with rapper and producer Jackson Whalan about living in Western MA, performing for the U.N., traveling to India, playing in a electronic jam band, touring with Moon Hooch, having a personal crisis, working with Krs One & Mr. Lif , and keeping it eclectic 🎵

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-9692738 Thu, 09 Dec 2021 14:00:00 -0500 4004 1 47 full true #46 Kosha Dillz Talked with Kosha Dillz about being a Jewish rapper, speaking multiple languages, substance abuse and going to jail, making an album with C Rayz Walz , getting a song placed in a Super Bowl commercial, touring with Matisyahu, rapping with Fat Joe in the rain, remaking The Hanukkah Song 2.0, and seeing your music career through.

]]> Talked with Kosha Dillz about being a Jewish rapper, speaking multiple languages, substance abuse and going to jail, making an album with C Rayz Walz , getting a song placed in a Super Bowl commercial, touring with Matisyahu, rapping with Fat Joe in the rain, remaking The Hanukkah Song 2.0, and seeing your music career through.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-9657337 Fri, 03 Dec 2021 11:00:00 -0500 2651 1 46 full true #45 Wais P Spoke with rapper Wais P about growing up in Crown Heights Brooklyn, Forming The Ranjahz, signing with Jay-Z and Def Jam, working with DJ Premier, The Pimp Game, setbacks, and continuing to make music that’s real.

]]> Spoke with rapper Wais P about growing up in Crown Heights Brooklyn, Forming The Ranjahz, signing with Jay-Z and Def Jam, working with DJ Premier, The Pimp Game, setbacks, and continuing to make music that’s real.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-9595049 Mon, 22 Nov 2021 15:00:00 -0500 2332 1 45 full true #44 SandoFilms Great interview with videographer Sando Films about growing up in Hull MA, breakdancing, getting into a lot of trouble, filming shows, making music videos, surviving a near fatal crash, and Eminem being the GOAT 🐐

]]> Great interview with videographer Sando Films about growing up in Hull MA, breakdancing, getting into a lot of trouble, filming shows, making music videos, surviving a near fatal crash, and Eminem being the GOAT 🐐

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-9527245 Wed, 10 Nov 2021 15:00:00 -0500 3347 1 44 full true #43 Avi Shemtov Great convo with rapper, chef, restauranteur Avi Shemtov 👨‍🍳 Talked about the 2005-10 Boston Hip Hop scene, frat rap transition, the challenges of opening a restaurant and food truck, middle eastern food, selling beer, cheeseburgers, and running a successful business with a good team.

]]> Great convo with rapper, chef, restauranteur Avi Shemtov 👨‍🍳 Talked about the 2005-10 Boston Hip Hop scene, frat rap transition, the challenges of opening a restaurant and food truck, middle eastern food, selling beer, cheeseburgers, and running a successful business with a good team.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-9491413 Thu, 04 Nov 2021 15:00:00 -0400 3905 1 43 full true #42 Vincent Tesoro Great convo with Alternative Rapper Vincent Tesoro about living on the south shore, listening to Punk and Hip Hop, overdosing and being revived, finding faith, Christian Hip Hop, making an Emo/Pop Punk album, not being in a box, and working in recovery.

]]> Great convo with Alternative Rapper Vincent Tesoro about living on the south shore, listening to Punk and Hip Hop, overdosing and being revived, finding faith, Christian Hip Hop, making an Emo/Pop Punk album, not being in a box, and working in recovery.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-9402731 Wed, 20 Oct 2021 12:00:00 -0400 3372 1 42 full true #41 Justin Clancy Spoke with alternative rapper Justin Clancy about growing up on the North Shore, going viral as a token bad white rapper in high school, drugs and alcohol, transitioning into singing, songwriting in LA, working with Not Beatz , selling out the Middle East Nightclub, and connecting with your fans.

]]> Spoke with alternative rapper Justin Clancy about growing up on the North Shore, going viral as a token bad white rapper in high school, drugs and alcohol, transitioning into singing, songwriting in LA, working with Not Beatz , selling out the Middle East Nightclub, and connecting with your fans.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-9350568 Mon, 11 Oct 2021 16:00:00 -0400 3869 1 41 full true #40 NaviPromo Had a promoter to promoter convo with NaviPromo about the struggles growing up in Boston, joining the military, the ins and outs of promoting, street team etiquette, club nights, booking the Lox, and celebrating 20 years as a company.

]]> Had a promoter to promoter convo with NaviPromo about the struggles growing up in Boston, joining the military, the ins and outs of promoting, street team etiquette, club nights, booking the Lox, and celebrating 20 years as a company.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-9329503 Thu, 07 Oct 2021 14:00:00 -0400 3705 1 40 full true #39 V Knuckles Of N.B.S. Great convo with rapper V Knuckles of N.B.S. about living in Cambridge, forming N.B.S. with Flash, signed to Maurice Starr at 13, hustling 24/7, touring the world, working with the Snowgoons , Summer Sessions solo album, partying lifestyle , and finally starting to settling down.

]]> Great convo with rapper V Knuckles of N.B.S. about living in Cambridge, forming N.B.S. with Flash, signed to Maurice Starr at 13, hustling 24/7, touring the world, working with the Snowgoons , Summer Sessions solo album, partying lifestyle , and finally starting to settling down.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-9288725 Thu, 30 Sep 2021 15:00:00 -0400 2882 1 39 full true #38 Jazzmyn Red Spoke with MC, singer, poet, and activist Jazzmyn Red about teaching Hip Hop culture in the Middle East, growing up in Brockton, 2Pac vs Biggie, systemic racism, being a teacher, making positive and truthful music, female rappers, meeting Alicia Keyes, and the challenges of being multiracial.

]]> Spoke with MC, singer, poet, and activist Jazzmyn Red about teaching Hip Hop culture in the Middle East, growing up in Brockton, 2Pac vs Biggie, systemic racism, being a teacher, making positive and truthful music, female rappers, meeting Alicia Keyes, and the challenges of being multiracial.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-9254143 Fri, 24 Sep 2021 12:00:00 -0400 3648 1 38 full false #37 Lisa Finelli-Fallon Caught up with Lisa Finelli-Fallon about starting Boston Cannabis Week , growing up in NY, being a media buyer, moving to Boston, working in the local music scene, raising money, meeting her husband at a Leedz show, planning a festival, cannabis restrictions and regulations, and handling the stress of being a business owner.

]]> Caught up with Lisa Finelli-Fallon about starting Boston Cannabis Week , growing up in NY, being a media buyer, moving to Boston, working in the local music scene, raising money, meeting her husband at a Leedz show, planning a festival, cannabis restrictions and regulations, and handling the stress of being a business owner.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-9235900 Tue, 21 Sep 2021 14:00:00 -0400 4030 1 37 full true #36 Jay Kinser Spoke with New England rapper Jay Kinser about living in Haverhill MA, starting EXP The Expendables , setbacks, anxiety, working non stop , solo projects, working with Snowgoons , and getting back to live shows.

]]> Spoke with New England rapper Jay Kinser about living in Haverhill MA, starting EXP The Expendables , setbacks, anxiety, working non stop , solo projects, working with Snowgoons , and getting back to live shows.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-9214192 Fri, 17 Sep 2021 15:00:00 -0400 2108 1 36 full true #35 Lord Finesse Great convo with legendary rapper, producer, and DJ Lord Finesse 🙌 Talked about making The Funky Technician, being mentored by DJ Premier & Ice-T , founding DITC, discovering Big L, producing for Biggie Smalls & More , making music for yourself, and distractions in the industry.

]]> Great convo with legendary rapper, producer, and DJ Lord Finesse 🙌 Talked about making The Funky Technician, being mentored by DJ Premier & Ice-T , founding DITC, discovering Big L, producing for Biggie Smalls & More , making music for yourself, and distractions in the industry.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-9208270 Thu, 16 Sep 2021 15:00:00 -0400 2692 1 35 full true #34 Wildcard Spoke with west coast emcee, film maker, and actor Wildcard about growing up in Cali with a drug dealing dad, being an addict, east coast hip hop influence, rapping fast, touring with Bone Thugs N Harmony , making graphic music videos, working with KXNG Crooked and Apathy, relapse, and twisted movies.

]]> Spoke with west coast emcee, film maker, and actor Wildcard about growing up in Cali with a drug dealing dad, being an addict, east coast hip hop influence, rapping fast, touring with Bone Thugs N Harmony , making graphic music videos, working with KXNG Crooked and Apathy, relapse, and twisted movies.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-9167915 Thu, 09 Sep 2021 16:00:00 -0400 3008 1 34 full true #33 Gio Dee Caught up with rapper Gio Dee about growing up in Hyde Park MA, Becoming a rapper instead of an engineer, being discovered by Jerry Purpdank, pissing off Lil B's management, living in The Bay, turning down record deals, Rage and Trap music, and working with Metro Boomin, Iamsu!, Madeintyo, & Marc E. Bassy.

]]> Caught up with rapper Gio Dee about growing up in Hyde Park MA, Becoming a rapper instead of an engineer, being discovered by Jerry Purpdank, pissing off Lil B's management, living in The Bay, turning down record deals, Rage and Trap music, and working with Metro Boomin, Iamsu!, Madeintyo, & Marc E. Bassy.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-9130977 Thu, 02 Sep 2021 16:00:00 -0400 2136 1 33 full true #32 Copywrite Spoke with punchline specialist Copywrite about growing up in Columbus OH, MHz, Camu Tao (RIP), recording “June” with RJD2 , Eastern Conference Records, The Weathermen, learning from your mistakes, alcoholism, and mental health

]]> Spoke with punchline specialist Copywrite about growing up in Columbus OH, MHz, Camu Tao (RIP), recording “June” with RJD2 , Eastern Conference Records, The Weathermen, learning from your mistakes, alcoholism, and mental health

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-9092922 Thu, 26 Aug 2021 16:00:00 -0400 3085 1 32 full true #31 Daniel Laurent Great conversation with Daniel Laurent about first promoting shows, The MIC awards, artists selling tickets controversy, the Boston Hip Hop scene in the mid 2000s, understanding the business, the black dollar project , supporting the community , and choosing family over a rap career.

]]> Great conversation with Daniel Laurent about first promoting shows, The MIC awards, artists selling tickets controversy, the Boston Hip Hop scene in the mid 2000s, understanding the business, the black dollar project , supporting the community , and choosing family over a rap career.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-9088634 Wed, 25 Aug 2021 21:00:00 -0400 4120 1 31 full true #30 DJ Mrok Spoke with producer and scatch dj DJ Mrok about living in Framingham MA, graffiti, Philadelphia influence, starting the first BU Hop Hop radio show, late eighties/ early nineties rap, spinning electronic music, playing in a swing band, working with SpitSlam , the Jeep era, and still making the music you love.

]]> Spoke with producer and scatch dj DJ Mrok about living in Framingham MA, graffiti, Philadelphia influence, starting the first BU Hop Hop radio show, late eighties/ early nineties rap, spinning electronic music, playing in a swing band, working with SpitSlam , the Jeep era, and still making the music you love.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-9061924 Fri, 20 Aug 2021 16:00:00 -0400 3349 1 30 full true #29 RA The Rugged Man Reconnected with legendary rapper RA The Rugged Man while parenting and discussed Long Island, Every major label sucking, white rapper comparisons , Kool G Rap being the greatest lyricist in music, Being a German resident, people talking slick on the internet, touring, making the greatest album in 2020, getting ICP hate, and making the song “Afterlife” 🙏

]]> Reconnected with legendary rapper RA The Rugged Man while parenting and discussed Long Island, Every major label sucking, white rapper comparisons , Kool G Rap being the greatest lyricist in music, Being a German resident, people talking slick on the internet, touring, making the greatest album in 2020, getting ICP hate, and making the song “Afterlife” 🙏

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-9047320 Wed, 18 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400 2860 1 29 full true #28 Estee Nack Great build with Estee Nack on growing up in Lynn, Joining Tragic Allies, working with Al Divino, rapping unconventional, rhyming over no drums, being discovered by Westside Gunn , The Hip Hop renascence movement, and continuously dumping music.

]]> Great build with Estee Nack on growing up in Lynn, Joining Tragic Allies, working with Al Divino, rapping unconventional, rhyming over no drums, being discovered by Westside Gunn , The Hip Hop renascence movement, and continuously dumping music.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-9013550 Wed, 11 Aug 2021 16:00:00 -0400 2326 1 28 full true #27 Big Dese Chopped it up with Big Dese about free-styling, Coming up in the groups E3 & The Camp, battle rap, making “Dad Bars”, writing and spitting crazy bars , The Dunnas , Dipset vs The Lox, and waking up for work

]]> Chopped it up with Big Dese about free-styling, Coming up in the groups E3 & The Camp, battle rap, making “Dad Bars”, writing and spitting crazy bars , The Dunnas , Dipset vs The Lox, and waking up for work

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-8970900 Tue, 03 Aug 2021 19:00:00 -0400 3206 1 26 full true #26 Oak Lonetree Spoke with rapper Oak Lonetree about growing up in Waltham, being the nephew of Fred Smerlas, rapping in the woods, starting the band Primary Others, partying too hard, forming The Dunnas, being on The Worst Cooks In America, making an album with Insight Innovates, and getting back to business 🎤

]]> Spoke with rapper Oak Lonetree about growing up in Waltham, being the nephew of Fred Smerlas, rapping in the woods, starting the band Primary Others, partying too hard, forming The Dunnas, being on The Worst Cooks In America, making an album with Insight Innovates, and getting back to business 🎤

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-8939573 Wed, 28 Jul 2021 17:00:00 -0400 3470 1 26 full true #25 Masta Ace Great interview with legendary rapper Masta Ace about biking, Marly Marl, Biz Markie, major label differences, creating "Born To Roll", "Disposable Arts" as the magnum opus, dealing with M.S., storytelling, and making albums with MF Doom and Marco Polo. 

]]> Great interview with legendary rapper Masta Ace about biking, Marly Marl, Biz Markie, major label differences, creating "Born To Roll", "Disposable Arts" as the magnum opus, dealing with M.S., storytelling, and making albums with MF Doom and Marco Polo. 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-8902330 Wed, 21 Jul 2021 18:00:00 -0400 3436 1 25 full false #24 Slaine Took a journey with Slaine about coming up in Boston during the drug epidemic, starting La Coka Nostra, acting in Gone Baby Gone, alcoholism, getting sober, working with great producers, finding serenity, and favorite House Of Pain album.

]]> Took a journey with Slaine about coming up in Boston during the drug epidemic, starting La Coka Nostra, acting in Gone Baby Gone, alcoholism, getting sober, working with great producers, finding serenity, and favorite House Of Pain album.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-8870790 Thu, 15 Jul 2021 17:00:00 -0400 3828 1 24 full true #23 Dart Adams Research and development with author, historian, journalist Dart Adams about growing up in the South End, early days of Hip Hop in Boston, Almighty RSO, the blog era, Public Enemy almost getting canceled, Rawkus Records, fact checking, and functioning on four hours of sleep 😴

]]> Research and development with author, historian, journalist Dart Adams about growing up in the South End, early days of Hip Hop in Boston, Almighty RSO, the blog era, Public Enemy almost getting canceled, Rawkus Records, fact checking, and functioning on four hours of sleep 😴

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-8791628 Wed, 30 Jun 2021 17:00:00 -0400 4384 1 23 full true #22 Gustavo Guerra Talked with Gustavo Guerra about making a living selling mixtapes, transitioning into corporate distribution, A&Ring for Kanye+Street Life+Method Man& Large Pro, creating Producer Plug , making a Yankees theme Song,  conspiracy theories, and signature glasses.

]]> Talked with Gustavo Guerra about making a living selling mixtapes, transitioning into corporate distribution, A&Ring for Kanye+Street Life+Method Man& Large Pro, creating Producer Plug , making a Yankees theme Song,  conspiracy theories, and signature glasses.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-8764542 Fri, 25 Jun 2021 16:00:00 -0400 3431 1 21 full true #21 Insight Innovates Scientifical madness with rapper, producer, and electronic wizard Insight Innovates about his early 90s rap groups, working with Brick Records, moving to Germany, creating apps, new album with Edo. G , NFTS, The MPC, and music vs technology.

]]> Scientifical madness with rapper, producer, and electronic wizard Insight Innovates about his early 90s rap groups, working with Brick Records, moving to Germany, creating apps, new album with Edo. G , NFTS, The MPC, and music vs technology.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-8758606 Thu, 24 Jun 2021 15:00:00 -0400 3259 1 21 full true #20 Skyzoo Chopped it up with Skyzoo about growing up in Brooklyn, the mixtape hustle, working with every artist in the game, recording “All The Brilliant Things “ under duress, ghostwriting, and being humble.

]]> Chopped it up with Skyzoo about growing up in Brooklyn, the mixtape hustle, working with every artist in the game, recording “All The Brilliant Things “ under duress, ghostwriting, and being humble.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-8720875 Thu, 17 Jun 2021 15:00:00 -0400 2941 1 20 full true #19 Millyz Got connected with Millyz this morning and discussed growing up in Cambridge as the only white kid with his friends, hustling at 13 years old, fighting off a negative stigma, investing into his own career, working with Jadakiss & DaveEast, shooting 3 videos in Columbia, tattoos, and having the hardest job as a rapper from Mass.

]]> Got connected with Millyz this morning and discussed growing up in Cambridge as the only white kid with his friends, hustling at 13 years old, fighting off a negative stigma, investing into his own career, working with Jadakiss & DaveEast, shooting 3 videos in Columbia, tattoos, and having the hardest job as a rapper from Mass.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-8701015 Mon, 14 Jun 2021 13:00:00 -0400 3479 1 19 full true #18 XL The Beast Talked with rapper/singer/songwriter XL The Beast about playing the accordion, cofounding The Kreators, getting advice from Guru of Gang Starr, alcoholism, insecurity as an artist, the Heavy Hands LP 15 year process, and maintaining relationships.

]]> Talked with rapper/singer/songwriter XL The Beast about playing the accordion, cofounding The Kreators, getting advice from Guru of Gang Starr, alcoholism, insecurity as an artist, the Heavy Hands LP 15 year process, and maintaining relationships.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-8639658 Thu, 03 Jun 2021 15:00:00 -0400 4744 1 18 full true #17 Jon Hope Got deep with Jon Hope about growing up in foster care, being an artist from Providence RI, getting a masters degree , community adversity, writing a book, working with Jim Jones, and the independent artist mind state. 

]]> Got deep with Jon Hope about growing up in foster care, being an artist from Providence RI, getting a masters degree , community adversity, writing a book, working with Jim Jones, and the independent artist mind state. 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-8606754 Fri, 28 May 2021 16:00:00 -0400 3100 1 17 full true #16 Mr Peter Parker Conversated with personality Mr Peter Parker about bonding over Hip Hop in NH, becoming a DJ, Growing up listening to the radio, Interning for Hot 97, Hosting shows , moving to Minnesota, how songs get selected for radio, and overdoing it.

]]> Conversated with personality Mr Peter Parker about bonding over Hip Hop in NH, becoming a DJ, Growing up listening to the radio, Interning for Hot 97, Hosting shows , moving to Minnesota, how songs get selected for radio, and overdoing it.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-8558411 Thu, 20 May 2021 16:00:00 -0400 5193 1 16 full true #15 Locksmith Talked shop with lyricist Locksmith about being Persian, coming up in the Bay, Battle rapping, the independent grind, politics, Palestine, and making a spiritual banger with Xzibit and Ras Kass ‼️ 

]]> Talked shop with lyricist Locksmith about being Persian, coming up in the Bay, Battle rapping, the independent grind, politics, Palestine, and making a spiritual banger with Xzibit and Ras Kass ‼️ 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-8538954 Mon, 17 May 2021 22:00:00 -0400 3114 1 15 full true #14 D-Tension Had a blast with rapper/producer/comedian D-Tension talking about being raised in a religious cult, starting a Lowell gangster rap group, introducing rap shows to Boston in the 90s, becoming a disk jockey at WFNX, making a rock album , writing traffic reports, and having a roommate leave a surprise on his couch!

]]> Had a blast with rapper/producer/comedian D-Tension talking about being raised in a religious cult, starting a Lowell gangster rap group, introducing rap shows to Boston in the 90s, becoming a disk jockey at WFNX, making a rock album , writing traffic reports, and having a roommate leave a surprise on his couch!

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-8510138 Wed, 12 May 2021 18:00:00 -0400 4969 1 14 full true #13 Ea$y Money Spoke with New England rapper Ea$y Money about growing up in Haverhill MA, meeting Termanology in a tree, battle rapping, signing a deal with Carson Daly, recording with DJ Premier, promoting your brand by any means necessary, and adjusting your approach.

]]> Spoke with New England rapper Ea$y Money about growing up in Haverhill MA, meeting Termanology in a tree, battle rapping, signing a deal with Carson Daly, recording with DJ Premier, promoting your brand by any means necessary, and adjusting your approach.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-8467579 Wed, 05 May 2021 18:00:00 -0400 3545 1 13 full true #12 The Arcitype Talked with New England Producer/Engineer The Arcitype about learning how to play music in the sticks, Emerson college, Waltz Audio, Building a professional studio , making beats for your favorite underground artists, STL GLD, and debating on whether Dr. Dre or DJ Premier is the GOAT

]]> Talked with New England Producer/Engineer The Arcitype about learning how to play music in the sticks, Emerson college, Waltz Audio, Building a professional studio , making beats for your favorite underground artists, STL GLD, and debating on whether Dr. Dre or DJ Premier is the GOAT

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-8431602 Thu, 29 Apr 2021 18:00:00 -0400 4703 1 12 full false #11 Big Shug of Gang Starr Foundation Took a journey with Big Shug about the history of Gang Starr, Boston in the 80s, relationship with Guru (RIP), DJ Premier friendship, acting, and keeping the legacy going.

]]> Took a journey with Big Shug about the history of Gang Starr, Boston in the 80s, relationship with Guru (RIP), DJ Premier friendship, acting, and keeping the legacy going.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-8392729 Fri, 23 Apr 2021 16:00:00 -0400 3006 1 11 full true #10 Checkmark Of Skitzofreniks Spoke with Cambridge rapper Checkmark of Skitzofreniks about his crazy journey starting with growing up in Central SQ, demo deal with Buffy of the Fat Boys,  relationship with Eddie Bones (RIP), house arrest, and becoming a Free Mason. 

]]> Spoke with Cambridge rapper Checkmark of Skitzofreniks about his crazy journey starting with growing up in Central SQ, demo deal with Buffy of the Fat Boys,  relationship with Eddie Bones (RIP), house arrest, and becoming a Free Mason. 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-8336561 Wed, 14 Apr 2021 17:00:00 -0400 4832 1 10 full false #9 Lateb Great talk with New England rapper Lateb in Costa Rica about bringing mostly girls to his underground Hip Hop events in the beginning, forming Heddshotts, going to jail, Annie Dookhan, starting a printing company, touring Europe, and singing too much. 

]]> Great talk with New England rapper Lateb in Costa Rica about bringing mostly girls to his underground Hip Hop events in the beginning, forming Heddshotts, going to jail, Annie Dookhan, starting a printing company, touring Europe, and singing too much. 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-8298481 Thu, 08 Apr 2021 16:00:00 -0400 2746 1 9 full true #8 Tek of Smif-N-Wessun Great Interview with Tek of Smif-N-Wessun talking about "Da Shinin''" as one of the greatest Hip Hop albums of all time, Cocoa Brovaz name change, working with 9th Wonder's production team, and his new solo album Pricele$$

]]> Great Interview with Tek of Smif-N-Wessun talking about "Da Shinin''" as one of the greatest Hip Hop albums of all time, Cocoa Brovaz name change, working with 9th Wonder's production team, and his new solo album Pricele$$

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-8242327 Tue, 30 Mar 2021 16:00:00 -0400 1920 1 8 full true #7 Blak Madeen Spoke With Boston/New England Rap duo Blak Madeen about Islam, being signed to Chuck D's label, collaborating with legends, making an album with Tragedy Khadafi,  and favorite Public Enemy albums.  

]]> Spoke With Boston/New England Rap duo Blak Madeen about Islam, being signed to Chuck D's label, collaborating with legends, making an album with Tragedy Khadafi,  and favorite Public Enemy albums.  

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-8206677 Wed, 24 Mar 2021 21:00:00 -0400 3157 1 6 full false #4 Cam Meekins Had a great time chopping it up with rapper Cam Meekins about Frat Rap, major record deals, and adaptability in the music business.

]]> Had a great time chopping it up with rapper Cam Meekins about Frat Rap, major record deals, and adaptability in the music business.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-8191470 Mon, 22 Mar 2021 19:00:00 -0400 3178 1 4 full true #5 Edo.G Went down memory lane with Boston legend Edo.G about the 30 year anniversary of “Life Of A Kid In The Ghetto”, no Boston shows in the 90s, being an independent artist long term, and virtual reality parties 🔉🔉

]]> Went down memory lane with Boston legend Edo.G about the 30 year anniversary of “Life Of A Kid In The Ghetto”, no Boston shows in the 90s, being an independent artist long term, and virtual reality parties 🔉🔉

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-8191459 Mon, 22 Mar 2021 19:00:00 -0400 3156 1 5 full false #2 Reef The Lost Cauze (AOTP) Had the opportunity to talk with rapper Reef The Lost Cause (Army Of The Pharaohs) about 90s Hip Hop influence, AOTP,  spirituality, music therapy, and real life rap.

]]> Had the opportunity to talk with rapper Reef The Lost Cause (Army Of The Pharaohs) about 90s Hip Hop influence, AOTP,  spirituality, music therapy, and real life rap.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-8191240 Mon, 22 Mar 2021 18:00:00 -0400 2583 1 2 full true #3 Mega Ran Had an exceptional time talking with Mega Ran about being a Nerd Core rapper, working harder during Covid, classic video games, and Will Smith being the GOAT. S/O Teddy Roxpin for opening up.

]]> Had an exceptional time talking with Mega Ran about being a Nerd Core rapper, working harder during Covid, classic video games, and Will Smith being the GOAT. S/O Teddy Roxpin for opening up.

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-8191217 Mon, 22 Mar 2021 18:00:00 -0400 4273 1 3 full true #6 Termanology Talked With Termanology about growing up in Lawrence, performing at The Middle East Nightclub, working with DJ Premier & Statik Selektah, establishing Good Dad Gang, and personal sacrifice. 

]]> Talked With Termanology about growing up in Lawrence, performing at The Middle East Nightclub, working with DJ Premier & Statik Selektah, establishing Good Dad Gang, and personal sacrifice. 

]]> Leedz Edutainment Buzzsprout-8168020 Thu, 18 Mar 2021 16:00:00 -0400 3608 1 6 full true #1 Spose Got a Chance to speak with Maine's Alternative Hip Hop artist Spose about being independent, major record label deals, and surviving Covid.

]]> Got a Chance to speak with Maine's Alternative Hip Hop artist Spose about being independent, major record label deals, and surviving Covid.

]]> Spose Buzzsprout-8116762 Wed, 10 Mar 2021 15:00:00 -0500 3096 1 1 full false