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PoPolitickin

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Welcome to PoPolitickin, the podcast where self-help meets hip-hop! Established in 2008, we have been at the forefront of blending personal development with the vibrant culture of hip-hop for over a decade. Join us as we engage with hundreds of inspiring guests—artists, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders—who share their journeys of resilience, growth, and success. Each episode delivers powerful insights, practical advice, and the motivational beats that resonate with your soul. Whether you’re looking to elevate your mindset or explore the intersection of culture and self-improvement, PoPolitickin is your go-to source for inspiration and empowerment. Tune in and let’s remix the narrative of your life!

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Episodes

Artist Spotlight - Holleywood

Welcome to another edition of Po Politikin. In this episode, we politick with DMV rapper/producer Holleywood. Darien "Holleywood" Holley started out as an Artist from Washington DC, to becoming a well known Songwriter/Producer in the DMV Area. The Producer/Songwriter produced and distributed his very first project" Speakers and Sneakers" through Swagg Gang Ent restablished as THE INFINITE , a brand management firm founded by Holleywood. His talent had soon been recognized by numerous of Heavy Hi...

Apr 07, 201624 min

Artist Spotlight - That Nation

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with rap duo That Nation. Artist Bio - LiL BiLL Swavey & Dezzy-D came together as individual artists in the beginning with LiL BiLL Swavey reigning in from Houston Texas and Dezzy-D holding it in Opelousas, Louisiana. The duo started together at the age of 16 each as freshman at Opelouas High School. It went from talent shows to bigger shows around the city and soon around the state. LiL BiLL Swavey & Dezzy-D each ...

Apr 05, 20161 hr

Artist Spotlight - DeeDay

Welcome to another episode of PoPolitickin. In this edition, we politick with New Orleans rapper DeeDay. Artist Bio Rapper, writer and producer DeeDay (aka Danny Rogers) was born in New Orleans, Louisiana on June 1, 1989. DeeDay grew up on the West Side of New Orleans with his older sister and parents. He saw poverty, drug deals and crime in his neighborhood but DeeDay was determined to choose a different path. As he entered his teen years, DeeDay used writing and rapping as an escape. He says, ...

Mar 30, 201618 min

Artist Spotlight - Semore Buckz

Semore Buckz is an independent Hip Hop artist who has a deep respect for the hip hop, and what it was meant to stand for. In a world filled with cookie cutter artists, Semore stands out because of his talent, swagger and genuine love of music. Unlike other artists who try to rush into the industry, Semore Buckz took his time, studying the business and what it takes to succeed. Having taken the time to fine tune his sklls and master the art of MCing, this deeply talented individual is ready to br...

Mar 28, 201622 min

Artist Spotlight - J $wift

Born and raised in the infamous streets of South East San Diego J Swift developed a love for music at a very early age and found it as the perfect way to communicate his thoughts. As early as elementary school he began to write his first rhymes and while most kids were worried about video games and candy, J Swift balanced his time focusing on perfecting his musical writing skills. J Swift took lessons from Hip Hop legends such as Jay Z, Method Man, 2-Pac and Biggie Smalls and combined their musi...

Mar 11, 201619 min

Artist Spotlight - PlayBoySwag

PlayBoySwag is a independent artist with his own incoporated company PlayWorldMusic. PlayBoySwag most notable penned record is "Choppa Down" performed by French Montana. PlayBoySwag currently has a charting single on MediaBase, "Can't Call It", produced by multi-platinum producer Jahlil Beats and mastered by the multiple Grammy-Winner Chris Gehringer at NYC legendary Sterling Sounds. His record, "Can't Call It", has also charted on the Digital Charts and have been publicly recognized by top name...

Mar 08, 201624 min

Artist Spotlight - JP One

In a day and age where lyricism seems to be the extinct, JP ONE, born Alvin Hill, has made it his sole focus. As an artist, he has crafted some of the most captivating hip- hop to date. As the CEO of Gifted & Talented, LLC, he has become one of the leading forces in Detroit’s hip-hop scene. He has released five critically-acclaimed mixtapes, close to two dozen videos and has been featured on WorldStar, VladTV, and othertop hip-hop sites… All of this in less than four years, since he was rele...

Mar 03, 201652 min

Artist Spotlight - Tikko

Coty “Tikko” Smith AKA “Fastest Tongue N Da South” born and raised in Columbus, MS. Owner/recording artist of DueceTre Entertainment, LLC. Previous projects include "Voluntary Manslaughter" (2006) “Twenty10: Da Future”(2010), “Twenty10: Da Future Chap II”(2010), “Fastest Tongue N Da South”(2011), "Hood Ties" (2013), "LoCo" (2013), and "ReSIPProcation" (2015). Has worked with main stream artist from the likes of Pastor Troy, Rich Boy, Dirty Boyz, and even Grammy Award winning Bizzy Bone of Bone T...

Mar 01, 201628 min

Artist Spotlight - Tony Moreaux

On the outskirts of Boston, Massachusetts, coming from the east side of a small city going by the name of Lynn, born on February 20th, 1991 is Tony Moreaux. A fair amount of culture runs through Tony's blood especially with him being part French Canadian and part African American. Tony comes off as a lyrical cat with a twist of generation Y with his catchy and infectious hooks. Tony is also a producer who has not only produced for himself, but worked with a variety of artists from his city. Aggr...

Oct 25, 201525 min

Artist Spotlight - ClarkAirlines

Welcome to another edition of PoPolitickin. In this episode, we politick with Chicago rapper ClarkAirlines. The Illinois native began his career at the age of fifteen years old. During his high school years, ClarkAirlines made a name for himself on the court, but dreams of becoming a professional basketball player were soon overpowered by a stronger desire to become a recording artist. Sky- rocketing into the cyberworld, ClarkAirlines and TCU gained notoriety for its three part “Chi- Cypher”, li...

Sep 20, 201520 min

Artist Spotlight - Maja7th

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with Midwest producer Maja7th. Maja 7th has captivated audiences, and formed new relationships to become an up and coming producer on the underground hip hop scene. With placements such as being a key producer for the The Almighty album, “Original Sin -Strength In Numbers”, consisting of Wu-tang affiliate, Killah Priest, along with Bronze Nazareth, M-Eighty, Son-one, Crayz Walz and 5 Star (2008) to his first solo project T...

Sep 07, 201540 min

Artist Spotlight - EK

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with Boston rapper EK. Growing up in Nigeria, EK realized he was always an outgoing child, able to articulate himself through his words. At the age of 10, EK moved to the United States. Living in an unfamiliar land, he connected with the wrong crowds and constantly struggled to defend his heritage. EK was arrested at 14, and the shocks of possible imprisonment made him realize that he needed to change his ways and find ano...

Aug 23, 201527 min

Artist Spotlight - Antonio Breez

Welcome to another episode of Po Politickin. In this edition, we politick with rapper, singer, songwriter Antonio Breez. Antonio was born in Brooklyn, New York But he currently represents musical talent of Massachusetts . Antonio has been composing his own music since 2005, and is currently signed to Gittuff Entertainment under the management of Jordel Sanchez, along with a variety of Other Musical acts such as rap duo “ Perfekt &Chance “; and the very prosperous “Dmoney Martinez” . Antonio ...

Aug 19, 20151 min

Artist Spotlight - V8 Wrongkind

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with Wrongking rapper, producer, and engineer V8. V8 was born and raised in Pasadena, CA and got involved in the street life as a teen, when he became a member of the Pasadena Denver Lane Bloods. At 19 he was hit with a 2 year prison sentence and some time after his release starting focusing on his music full-time. About 3 years ago he caught the attention of Mitchy Slick who took interest in his musical style and made him...

Jul 12, 201521 min

Artist Spotlight - Champ Dibiase

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with Champ Dibiase. Champ is an aspiring hip hop artist, producer from Maryland, currently residing in Atlanta. Combining clever wordplay, outlandish imagery, a twisted sense of humor and reflective commentaries into distinctive, cutting style sets. Paired with intense, earnest delivery and a unique sound. September 2014 found Champ releasing his first independent project titled 'Pre Season', a collection of five incredibl...

Jul 06, 201532 min

Artist Spotlight - Trab

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with Tampa, Florida rapper Trab. Trab discusses his latest project entitled "No Interviews".

May 26, 201526 min

Artist Spotlight - Ether L Banks

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with Ether L Banks. Ether L Banks is a female artist based in London and part of a collective group FAMSQUAD from Chicago/Indiana. Ether started indulging in music from an early age after a few sessions with ROOTS MANUVA. Ether L Banks has collaborated with Dizzy Wright , GLC , Gangsta Boo of Three 6 Mafia , Michael Rocks and many more. In 2014 , she released attraction , which garnered over 8,000 views across the web. In ...

May 18, 201528 min

Artist Spotlight - Chaos

Replacing swift left and right hooks for hooks in captivating compositions, Born 2 Win Entertainment Recording Artist “Chaos” who was born Jameel Laboo, is the next contender fully prepared to compete for Hip Hop distinction. A proficient boxer, the New Jersey native used boxing as a stress reliever until he realized music enabled him to do the same thing and that it was his true calling. Chaos began writing music as a way to just get his feelings out. But after hearing the late Tupac Shakur it ...

May 04, 201517 min

Artist Spotlight - BloodSport Pt II

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we are rejoined by Philly emcee BloodSport. BloodSport gives us a update on life, current projects, and Team Gold Medal.

Mar 01, 201518 min

Artist Spotlight - Sam Scarfo Pt II

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we are rejoined by New Jersey hip hop artist Sam Scarfo. Sam discusses the difference between rapping and being an artist, working with Prodigy of Mobb Deep, and his latest release "5 Million Stories"

Feb 22, 201521 min

Artist Spotlight - Kenny Shane

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with NY rapper Kenny Shane. Kenny discusses "Think and Grow Rich", new projects and goals for 2015.

Jan 29, 201520 min

Artist Spotlight - Dawn McClain

Hailing from Los Angeles, California, Dawn McClain has emerged from the same rich soil of so many other great African American singers. Like so many powerhouses and trailblazers in music, Dawn began singing in the church at a very early age. An 80's baby with a splash of 60's and 70's influence, and a sprinkle of gospel roots, she blends and bridges the generation gap between these eras in music, melodically suspending time. Ms. McClain is a Veteran of the United States Air Force, and a natural ...

Jan 19, 201538 min

Artist Spotlight - Slick Rock

Bio: Rapper Slick Rock was born BeJorn Johnson on July 20, 1992. His mother named him after the World’s #1 French Tennis Player, Bjorn Borg. An Atlanta, Ga native raised in the city of Decatur where some of today’s hottest artists were bred, Keri Hilson, Ludacris and more; Bejorn was born to be a star. Slick Rock adopted his rap name from having a slick tongue for rap lyrics and being a rock in his neighborhood. Rock stands hard against all odds and he never backs down from anything. Slick Rock,...

Nov 23, 201422 min

Artist Spotlight - Dedrick Jamaal

Who is Dedrick Jamaal? The Baton Rouge, LA lyricist is on his way to becoming hip hop’s next breakthrough artist. After garnering much success from his debut project Overnight and single, “Broadway,” which featured on over 50 urban and internationally publications as well as being voted #1 on numerous music video countdown shows, Dedrick is ready to claim his spot in the hip hop game. Whether it’s crafting feel-good tunes or mellow jams questioning the status quo, Dedrick has a singular sound th...

Nov 10, 201420 min

Artist Spotlight - Jahna Sebastian

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with actress, artist, singer, and songwriter Jahna Sebastian. Jahna Sebastian who was classically trained on piano and earned her degree in “Music Business” at the age of 20 at the prestigious Russian Academy of Music is a multifaceted power house of talent. With her sultry vocals, captivating lyrics, hypnotic beats and exotic beauty she is a force to be reckon with. Not only is she an amazing singer and songwriter, she is...

Aug 25, 201441 min

Artist Spotlight - Signif

Welcome to another great edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with Milwaukee, Wisconsin emcee Signif. Signif is an uniquely talented emcee who chooses to channel the ART of Hip-Hop in her songs rather than the hype that surrounds the “prototype” of the female emcee. The New York resident, born and raised in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, was frst turned on to Hip-Hop by her older brothers. At age 8, her love for the music was explored through written expression and her poetic musings pr...

Jul 18, 201419 min

Artist Spotlight - TalenTD

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with San Diego singer, rapper, and songwriter TalenTD. Po and TalenTD discusses football, current projects, and dream chasing.

Jun 14, 201417 min

Artist Spotlight - Nando

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with San Diego hip hop artist Nando. Topics include his label Pacific Ocean Records, Latino rappers, and new projects.

May 26, 201413 min

Artist Spotlight - Jak Skelly

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with New York emcee Jak Skelly. Artist Bio - Born Mike Rivera and hailing from the birthplace of Hip Hop, New York City, Mike was raised on the pioneers of hip hop, from Nas to Wu-Tang to Big Pun and Canibus. Growing up as the youngest of 4 brothers, Mike watched his olders brothers lip sync some of hip hop’s most classic rhymes and at the age of 7 he began to write his own rhymes so he can impress them. Gaining a love and...

Mar 11, 201428 min

Artist Spotlight - Bigstat

Welcome to another edition of Po Politickin. In this episode, we politick with Connecticut hip hop artist, record producer, and studio engineer Bigstat. Artist BIo.. Gary Monteleone (born April 25, 1984), better known by his stage name Bigstat, is an American hip hop artist,record producer, and studio engineer. In 2008 Bigstat went on a national tour with Hip Hop artists Method Man & Redman, Termanology and Rapper Big Pooh from hip hop group Little Brother. In 2009 he continued to tour with ...

Mar 01, 201421 min
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