Last weekend, we had our first live concert in over a year and a half and the love was truly felt, so I spent the beginning of today's show reflecting on that. Moving onto sports, the Bears have officially started the clock on the Justin Fields era, as he gets the starting nod for this weekend's matchup against the Browns. Week 2 was not a successful gambling week for me, so I had to share some of my close defeats. Thanks for tuning in! https://linktr.ee/TheDavidLopez...
Sep 24, 2021•17 min
Welcome back! During today's music section, I dive into the idea of making art for yourself versus creating for others. In sports, I briefly highlight my successful Week 1 bets before going on a rant about my frustrations with Matt Nagy and the Chicago Bears. Thanks for tuning in! https://linktr.ee/TheDavidLopez
Sep 16, 2021•25 min
After a brief summer break, the podcast is back! Show Updates - 3:40 State of music journalism/ CLB & Donda/ The importance of albums - NFL IS BACK! Bears Thoughts - Week 1 Locks - Thanks for tuning in! https://linktr.ee/TheDavidLopez
Sep 08, 2021•25 min
Today's show begins with me talking about editing, writing, & inspiration, or a lack thereof. After the music talk, I get in to Games 1-3 of the NBA Finals - 9:45 Game 4 Preview - 20:30 Finals TV Ratings - 22:30 Bets/ What to Watch - 23:00 Thanks for tuning in!
Jul 14, 2021•26 min
On today's show, I start off by sharing some awesome family news! After that, I move on to talk about the backstory for my new single, "4th Quarter" and the music video (premiering tonight before Game 1 of the Finals). Following that, I preview the Bucks- Suns Finals matchup, make my prediction, and talk about some related bets. Thanks for tuning in! https://linktr.ee/TheDavidLopez
Jul 06, 2021•24 min
On today's show, I begin by talking about the importance of music videos and how to balance that with "Passion Projects." After that, I get into the crazy week of hoops! Bucks - Nets Game 7 - 7:15 Hawks - Sixers - 14:30 Bucks - Hawks Prediction - 19:10 Clips - Jazz/ Fake #1 Seeds - 21:30 Clips - Suns (Breakdown of last night's Game 2) - 22:40 WCF/ Finals Picks - 30:20 Thanks for tuning in! https://www.instagram.com/the_davidlopez/ https://www.facebook.com/TheDavidLopez/ https://twitter.com/the_d...
Jun 23, 2021•32 min
Welcome back! Today's episode begins with me talking about what I have been up to during the past couple weeks, including trying to promote this new album (The Other Side - 7/20). I talk about the pre-save/ pre-order process, how important that can be for indie artists, and how sticking with a release after it comes out is clutch. After the music talk, I break down some of the matchups in the NBA Playoffs: Lakers Exit - 12:07 Suns - Nuggets - 14:20 Jazz - Clippers - 15:45 CP3 in Protocols - 17:4...
Jun 17, 2021•28 min
Today's show starts with me sharing that my new album is finally done! After talking about that process for a bit, I move on to break down all of the NBA Playoff 1st Round match ups. Crowds are back (9:00) Bucks - Heat (10:45) Nets - Celtics (13:15) Sixers - Wizards/ Westbrook crowd incident (15:20) Knicks - Hawks (18:05) Lakers - Suns (22:05) Blazers - Nuggets (25:20) Clippers - Mavs (26:30 Jazz - Grizzlies (28:40) Thanks for tuning in!...
May 28, 2021•34 min
Welcome back! My recent guy's trip and the idea of creating with friends (1:15 - 7:55) Sports: Adam Silver and the NBA had there dream come true with an amazing play-in game matchup between the Warriors & Lakers (8:00 - 14:10) NBA Playoff 1st Round Picks (14:30) Thanks for tuning in!
May 20, 2021•21 min
Welcome back! On today's show, I start by talking about my newest music video, "Level Up" ( 1:05 - 3:15). After that, I talk about my journey with marketing my music and trying to learn new strategies (4:20 - 11:55) Sports: Potential NBA 1st Round match ups and play-in tourney scenarios (12:00 - Steph VS Beal for scoring title ( 17:55 - 18:45) The NBA season is almost over, but my heartbreaking bets are nowhere near done ( 18:50) Thanks for tuning in!...
May 12, 2021•22 min
Welcome back! For today's music portion of the show, I talk about making show mixes for songs and where I am at in my album process. Today's sports section is exciting, as Da Bears made a big move in the NFL Draft by getting Ohio State QB, Justin Fields, so I share my thoughts on that. After the QB joy, I move on to highlight some potential matchups for NBA Playoff Play-In Tourney. Finally, I highlight some upcoming NBA games to watch. Thanks for tuning in!
Apr 30, 2021•18 min
Welcome back! I begin today's show by talking about some family news. After that, I move on to talk about the incredible run that Steph is on, this new short-lived theory about Lavine and the Bulls, the impressive Knicks win streak, and I highlight some games to watch this week. Thanks for tuning in!
Apr 22, 2021•19 min
Welcome Back! On today's episode, I begin by talking about balancing time and managing priorities as an artist, along with the idea of being a "crazy artist." After that, I move on to sports and I talk about the wild UCLA - Gonzaga Final Four game, buzzer beaters, the National Championship game, and I end the episode with "what to watch."
Apr 09, 2021•19 min
Welcome back! In today's music section, I talk about missing live shows and some of the struggles that come from organizing a show as an independent artist. In sports, I talk about the exciting moves that the Bulls made at the trade deadline, along with the buyout additions made by some of the serious Championship contenders. Finally, I end the show by highlighting some of the noteworthy games that I plan on watching this week. Thanks for tuning in!
Apr 01, 2021•21 min
Welcome back! In today's music section, I talk about how posting or not posting on IG directly affects my streams and the idea of having time to create versus staying relevant on social media. In sports, I begin by talking about the crazy NCAA Tourney and how bad my bracket is doing. After that, I talk about the NBA MVP Race, which has been riddled with injuries, and the possibility of the Bulls trading Lauri at the deadline. Finally, I end the show by highlighting some of the noteworthy games t...
Mar 24, 2021•19 min
Welcome back! On today's show, I start by detailing my new idea for a 15-minute format of the show (went long on the 1st episode lol). 1:00 - 6:55 - Evolution of the pod & learning via YouTube 7:00 - 13:05 - Sports: Rants about the Bears signing Andy Dalton & the Bulls losing another tough one 13:10 - Bets & What To Watch Thanks for tuning in!
Mar 18, 2021•21 min
On today's show, I begin by talking a bit about the creative process for my newest music video "Crossing Lines." After that, I move into some NBA All Star talk, I make some 2nd half season predictions about the Bulls, the MVP race, and the Utah Jazz. I finish the episode up with some listening and watching recommendations. Thanks for tuning in!
Mar 10, 2021•22 min
Welcome back! On today's episode, I begin by sharing some family stuff and then I move on to share an interesting local news story. After that, I jump into some NBA talk, specifically the Bulls and there late game struggles. I finish the episode with a rant about comparing GOATs (lol what!?) Thanks for listening!
Mar 02, 2021•35 min
Welcome back! Today's episode starts with me sharing some of my current feelings and thoughts about releasing music. After that, I move on to talk a bit about last week's Super Bowl, the options for the Bears at QB going forward, the record breaking performance from Lavine and White of the Bulls, and more! Thanks for tuning in!
Feb 12, 2021•29 min
Happy Super Bowl Weekend! On todays show, I talk about this past week's blizzard, highlight some fun Super Bowl Prop Bets, give an update on the NBA's All Star Game, and talk about Da Bulls! Thanks for listening!
Feb 05, 2021•27 min
Today's episode features super talented hip-hop artist and friend of the show, Rob Reese. We talk at length about his new album "Don't Panic" and much more! Thanks for tuning in!
Feb 03, 2021•50 min
On today's episode I had Los Angeles based musician, Boyan The Bard, on to talk about his new project, his creative process, and so much more. Listen to his brand new album "Inferno" and watch the accompanying visuals. Thanks for tuning in!
Jan 27, 2021•1 hr 12 min
Today's episode is packed! I start the show off by sharing some thoughts about my music career. After that, I get into this past weekend's AFC and NFC Championship games. Did the coaches forget how to do math? Because of Lafleur's clear mistake, is Rodgers getting a pass? Moving into the NBA, I give an update on the early season MVP talks and talk a bit about my favorite team, Da Bulls! Thanks for listening!
Jan 26, 2021•42 min
On today's episode I had a great conversation with hip-hop artist & spoken word poet Aubs. We talked about creativity, spirituality, his new project & much more. The quad cities artist has a new project "Aubizms II," which is now available on all streaming platforms. Listen to Aubs. episode of The Passion Park Experience on Spotify to hear highlights and music. Thanks for tuning in!
Jan 20, 2021•1 hr 12 min
Welcome back! Today's show starts off with me venting about the Bears decision to make no changes in leadership. After that, I briefly discuss the Bears playoff loss and then make my round 2 picks. Following the NFL talk, I move on to talk about this week's blockbuster NBA trade and how Covid is affecting the 2021 season already. Thanks for tuning in! Listen to my newest single here: https://www.thedavidlopez.com/music
Jan 16, 2021•28 min
On today's show, I talked with the extremely talented singer/ songwriter Roze Red about her musical journey and much more. Check out her music on all streaming platforms and listen to her episode of The Passion Park Experience on Spotify now. Thanks for tuning in!
Jan 13, 2021•59 min
Today's show is packed! I start the show off by briefly talking about the chaotic news week. Then I get into the Bears chances this weekend against the Saints and making my picks for all of the Wild Card Round. After the football talk, I am joined by my friend KT to discuss everything NBA! We make our predictions for the conference finals and finals, talk about all of the post season awards, teams that we think can surprise us (good & bad), & much more! Thanks for listening!...
Jan 08, 2021•1 hr 30 min
Happy New Year!!! On today's episode I start by talking about awkward Zoom parties, the Bulls getting there first win, and some early NBA season trends. After that, I give a passionate Bears talk ahead of the big Packers matchup, make my week 17 picks/ bets, and reflect on podcasting throughout 2020. Thanks for tuning in! Pre-save my new single "My Biz" now! https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/davidlopez1/my-biz Music Video Premiering 1/1 at Noon: https://youtu.be/-S2KgtqxH5A...
Dec 30, 2020•38 min
Happy Holidays! - Christmas Thoughts - My Fantasy NBA team - What to expect from Billy Donovan's Bulls - Mitch & Da Bears making a playoff push - Weeks 16 NFL Picks and Parlay of the week Thanks for tuning in! Pre-Save "My Biz" now! https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/davidlopez1/my-biz
Dec 24, 2020•38 min
On today's episode, Quad Cities producer and friend of the show, Fvntvnv, joins me to talk about his band, creating during the pandemic, recording, producing, & much more! Thanks for tuning in! Pre-Save "My Biz" now! https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/davidlopez1/my-biz
Dec 23, 2020•44 min
