Dynasty Podcasts: Chicagoverse

Chicagoverse 280 - Ganser

Jaime Black interviews Ganser (Alicia Gaines, Nadia Garofalo, Brian Cundiff, and Charlie Landsman for Goose Island's 312 Day with Do312 and Dynasty Podcasts! Recorded in 2021.

Chicagoverse 279 - Sen Morimoto

Jaime Black interviews indie artist, producer, and Sooper Records co-owner Sen Morimoto for Goose Island's 312 Day with Do312 and Dynasty Podcasts! Recorded in 2021.

Chicagoverse 278 - Joe Lucchese (Pro-Ject)

Event professional Joe Lucchese. Co-Founder of Chicago-based creative agency Pro-Ject, joins Dynasty Podcasts to speak Pro-Ject’s acquisition by Groundswell Experiential, sharing how that acquisition came to be and what it means for the agency’s clients. Recorded in 2020.

Chicagoverse 277 - Vashon Jordan Jr. x Destiny Harris

Chicagoverse 277 - Photographer Vashon Jordan Jr. and activist Destiny Harris guest on Dynasty Podcasts to talk about their roles on the ground at Chicago protests in 2020. Jordan also speaks about his book, Chicago Protests: A Joyful Revolution. Recorded in 2020.

Chicagoverse 276 - Ruben Flores-Martinez x Izzy Lugo (CashDrop)

Ruben Flores-Martinez and Izzy Lugo of Chicago startup CashDrop join Dynasty Podcasts to talk about the paths that led them to their work on the mobile e-commerce platform, and share how the app can benefit creatives and entrepreneurs. Recorded in 2020.

Chicagoverse 275 - Jaime Black (Dynasty Podcasts' 15 Year Anniversary)

Dynasty Podcasts host and founder Jaime Black reflects on 15 years of Dynasty Podcasts, looking back at the podcast’s beginnings in 2005, speaking on highlights from podcast’s catalog, and talking about the exceptional contributors who brought their talents to the podcast over the past decade and a half. Recorded in 2020.

Chicagoverse 274 - Corbin Reiff

Music journalist and author Corbin Reiff returns to Dynasty Podcasts to talk about his book, Total F*cking Godhead: The Biography of Chris Cornell, and shares how writing his first book prepared him for writing his second. Recorded in 2020.

Chicagoverse 273 - Jessica Rose

Writer and film/tv industry professional Jessica Rose guests on Dynasty Podcasts to talk about her first book, How To Survive On Set: The Set Production Assistant's Guidebook, and reveals what it was like to wrap a production just before the start of the pandemic. Recorded in 2020.

Chicagoverse 272 - Scott Lucas (Local H)

Longtime friend of Dynasty Podcasts Scott Lucas returns to talk about finding new ways to perform live and connect with fans during the pandemic, including live streaming and performing drive-in concerts. Recorded in 2020.

Chicagoverse 271 - Morgan Elise Johnson x Tiffany Walden (The Triibe)

Morgan Elise Johnson and Tiffany Walden of The Triibe guest on Dynasty Podcasts to speak on the challenges of telling important community stories during and about both the pandemic and the Black Lives Matter protests. Recorded in 2020.

Chicagoverse 270 - Alexander Fruchter (Closed Sessions)

Closed Sessions co-founder Alex Fruchter returns to Dynasty Podcasts to talk about keeping the Chicago-based label active during the pandemic, details why it’s important to him to help bring up the next generation of music industry talent in Chicago, and more. Recorded in 2020.

Chicagoverse 269 - Nadia Garofalo x Alicia Gaines (Ganser)

Nadia Garofalo and Alicia Gaines of Chicago-based post punk group Ganser return to Dynasty Podcasts in support of their new record, Just Look At That Sky. The songwriters speak about creating a record that was written prior to 2020, but matches the anxious and chaotic mood of this year. The duo also discuss the making of the band's "Emergency Equipment and Exits" video and reveal whether they considered postponing the record due to COVID-19. Additionally, Gaines speaks on her experiences as a Bl...

Chicagoverse 268 - Mat Devine (Cameo)

In an interview broadcast live over Facebook, longtime friend of the podcast Mat Devine returns for an hour-long chat. Devine reflects on life after fronting Kill Hannah, detailing the work that went into determining his personal and professional identity after the band came to an end in 2015. Devine also details his current role as Head of Music Partnerships at celebrity video messaging platform Cameo, speaks on the opportunities the platform offers talent, and reveals the parallels between an ...

Chicagoverse 267 - Chicago Independent Venue League (CIVL) Panelcast

Chicagoverse 266 - Jen Kellogg

Educator and tour professional Jen Kellogg returns to Dynasty Podcasts for a remote interview broadcast on Facebook Live. Kellogg speaks on her new series of online workshops at jenkellogg.com, covering all aspects of the live touring industry in the music business. The tour pro shares how she pulled from her own extensive tour industry experience for the workshops, and reveals why she's offering the workshops for free through her site.

Chicagoverse 265 - Leor Galil (Chicago Reader)

Longtime friend of the podcast Leor Galil returns to Dynasty Podcasts to discuss a new collection of his music writing from the Chicago Reader. Titled Chicago Pop Stars, Hardcore Heroes, and House Legends: 10 Years of Chicago Reader Music Features, the collection features 20 of Galil's best longford music features from the Chicago Reader. Galil speaks about selecting the stories featured in the collection, and how a larger narrative of figures from the Chicago music community appear through the ...

Chicagoverse 264 - Steven Galanis (Cameo)

Cameo CEO Steven Galanis returns to Dynasty Podcasts in an interview recorded remotely. The tech founder reveals what makes the Chicago-based Cameo platform, which connects celebrities with fans through video messages, so uniquely suited for the social distancing age. Galanis also details how celebrities are utilizing Cameo in the current moment, and speaks about the larger shift from in-person events to more expansive digital engagement and content.

Chicagoverse 262 - T$

In an interview recorded at Dynasty Studios in Pilsen, Dynasty producer Natalie Aurelia interviews T$. The rapper/model/actress talks about how her father offered her an entryway into music, and reveals how music serves as therapy for her. The artist also discusses her self-titled EP, and being vulnerable and honest in her music.

Chicagoverse 261 - Jake Osmun (No Future)

In an interview recorded at Dynasty Studio in Pilsen, filmmaker Jake Osmun makes his return to the podcast. Osmun talks about his No Future brand, and his ever-evolving video production style. He also speaks on his desire to continue learning, and expresses an interest in teaching his video skills, as well.

Chicagoverse 260 - Michael Kolar (Soundscape Studios)

In an interview recorded at Dynasty Studio in Pilsen, Michael Kolar graces the mic. The owner of Chicago's storied Soundscape Studios, Kolar speaks about getting his start in the music business at an early age, and how he not only started Soundscape Studios, but how he grew and sustained the business over two decades. Kolar also speaks on the Sonic Summit 2020, a two day event happening Saturday February 22nd and Sunday February 23rd at Soundscape Studios. The two day masterclass will showcase t...

Chicagoverse 259 - Kelly Deasy (Outer/Most)

In an interview recorded at Dynasty Podcasts Studio in Pilsen, music agent Kelly Deasy makes her return to the podcast. Deasy speaks about her new Outer/Most agency, and how the project became a reality in a relatively short time. Deasy also emphasizes the importance of keeping music companies active in Chicago, and details the kinds of services Outer/Most will provide to artists.

Chicagoverse 258 - Jack Armondo (Panic Priest)

In an interview recorded at Dynasty Podcasts Studio in Pilsen, longtime friend of the podcast Jack Armondo returns in support of his Panic Priest project. Armondo details how the project came to be, and reveals how Panic Priest differs from his work in My Gold Mask. The artist also speaks on evolving his singing style, and previews what’s next for the project.

Chicagoverse 257 - Elijah Alvarado

In an onset interview recorded outdoors in Yorkville, IL, filmmaker Elijah Alvarado speaks about the making of his short film Light Pollution. During a break from filming, Alvarado speaks on the inspiration for the film, and what goes into making a DIY short film. The filmmaker also reveals how writer/filmmaker/actor Joe Swanberg became involved in the project, and shares what he’d like to do next as a filmmaker.

Chicagoverse 256 - Jacob Bracey (Blackbirrds)

In an interview recorded at Dynasty Podcasts Studio in Pilsen, Jacob Bracey, also known by his creative handle Blackbirrds, speaks about his photography work. Bracey looks back at how his visual path began with moving to Chicago, and details how fashion factors into his photography work. Bracey also states the significance of finding talent and clients to work with him in his photography career, and reveals why it was important for him to publish a physical magazine in a digital world.

Chicagoverse 255 - Her Notoriety

In an interview recorded at Dynasty Podcasts Studio in Pilsen, Avigail “Vi” Viray Bautista, Mikayla “Swiper” Delson, and Malissa “Lissy” Poeut speak about their creative collective, Her Notoriety. The trio reveal how the Her Notoriety collective came together, and detail their Grlz Wknd live event activation. The group also shares their approach to working with brands, and preview what’s next for Her Notoriety.

Chicagoverse 254 - Martin Atkins (Pigface)

Dynasty Podcasts Chicagoverse 254 - Martin Atkins (Pigface) http://dynastypodcasts.com https://soundcloud.com/dynastypodcasts In an interview recorded during a break in band practice at Chicago music-tech incubator Fort Knox, longtime friend of Dynasty Podcasts Martin Atkins returns to the podcast to talk all things Pigface. Atkins speaks on resurrecting the long-running industrial vehicle, and breaks down the logistics of organizing a supergroup with an ever-changing lineup of 20-some people. A...

Chicagoverse 253 - Steven Nunez aka stevensjpeg

Dynasty Podcasts Chicagoverse 253 - Steven Nunez aka stevensjpeg http://dynastypodcasts.com https://soundcloud.com/dynastypodcasts In an interview recorded at Dynasty Podcasts Studio in Chicago, Steven Nunez, aka stevensjpeg, makes his Dynasty Podcasts debut. Nunez reveals how he started as a music photographer, and details how his passion led him to gigs like shooting for AT&T and opportunities like shooting at Lollapalooza. The photographer also speaks on shooting for partners like Columbi...

Chicagoverse 252 - Matthew Smith (Do Good Collaborative)

Dynasty Podcasts Chicagoverse 252 - Matthew Smith (Do Good Collaborative) http://dynastypodcasts.com https://soundcloud.com/dynastypodcasts In an interview recorded at Dynasty Podcasts Studio in Chicago, Matthew Smith of Founder at Do Good Collaborative makes his Dynasty Podcasts debut. Smith speaks on the origins and ambitions of his Do Good Collaborative project, including the Do Good podcast and plans for a co-working space. The founder also speaks on the power of multi-disciplinary collabora...

Chicagoverse 251 - Dani Deahl

Dynasty Podcasts Chicagoverse 251 - Dani Deahl http://dynastypodcasts.com https://soundcloud.com/dynastypodcasts In an interview recorded at Dynasty Podcasts Studio, longtime friend of the podcast Dani Deahl returns to talk about her Future of Music series, published by The Verge. Deahl reveals how the series, which focuses on the intersection of music and digital innovation, came to be, and shares how her experiences on both the artist and industry sides of her music career inform her reporting...

Chicagoverse 250 - Steven Galanis (Cameo)

Dynasty Podcasts Chicagoverse 250 - Steven Galanis (Cameo) http://dynastypodcasts.com https://soundcloud.com/dynastypodcasts In an interview recorded at Cameo’s Chicago headquarters, Steven Galanis makes his Dynasty Podcasts debut. The startup founder speaks on the origin of Cameo, which allows consumers to purchase short personalized video messages from thousands of noteworthy musicians, actors, athletes, influencers, and more. Galanis recalls meaningful experiences between Cameo talent and the...