Send us a text THG chats with the artists, models, and podcasters at the Most Popular Podcast's Podcast Expo on 6/21/25. Shout out to Niwdayra Tapia for putting together this amazing event! GUESTS: DAstarr aka The Messenger Genesis McNeil aka Genesis Noel D. Birch (Birch Fam Records) Mr. Smith aka Bo$$ Money Black Phoenix Mahogany Blonde Colors The Network The Total Kair Package Support the show BOOK OUR SPACE (Columbia): https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/673ab11c9ec72595c7e5f909 BOOK OUR...
Jun 26, 2025•39 min
Send us a text THG chats with the students from the Kid Gloves Program about this season's highlights. Shout out to our drop-in guest Columbia legend, Dog West! Support the show BOOK OUR SPACE (Columbia): https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/673ab11c9ec72595c7e5f909 BOOK OUR SPACE (Charleston): https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/67ae7cb5cb965a8e4b77028f https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/67a92b506ec2c3b8a866f42e Make sure to subscribe to us on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , a...
Jun 05, 2025•27 min
Send us a text THG chats with Eddie Long , owner of the Genesis Fair-Trade Coffee Shop and Shopping Center in Newberry, SC. Explore Eddie’s journey and efforts to bringing awareness to mindful consumption and sustainability. Support the show BOOK OUR SPACE (Columbia): https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/673ab11c9ec72595c7e5f909 BOOK OUR SPACE (Charleston): https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/67ae7cb5cb965a8e4b77028f https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/67a92b506ec2c3b8a866f42e Make...
Jun 02, 2025•1 hr 7 min
Send us a text THG chats with Dominique Jett , a versatile content creator from Hartsville making his mark in Columbia. Explore Jet's journey across design, music, and more! Support the show BOOK OUR SPACE (Columbia): https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/673ab11c9ec72595c7e5f909 BOOK OUR SPACE (Charleston): https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/67ae7cb5cb965a8e4b77028f https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/67a92b506ec2c3b8a866f42e Make sure to subscribe to us on Spotify , Apple P...
May 30, 2025•53 min•Ep. 146
Send us a text THG chats with Coach Kelly Simmons III , a US Army vet and leader in youth empowerment. Discover his efforts to uplift students through Empowered To Win's impactful programs. Help us get to 500 YouTube subscribers! Subscribe to our YouTube channel using the link in our IG bio! https://www.youtube.com/@hilltopglove Support the show BOOK OUR SPACE (Columbia): https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/673ab11c9ec72595c7e5f909 BOOK OUR SPACE (Charleston): https://www.peerspace.com/page...
May 27, 2025•45 min•Ep. 145
Send us a text THG chats with Tamara Rivers-Edwards , a Charleston-based leader in financial literacy. Discover her insights on credit, finance, and empowerment to secure your financial future! Help us get to 500 YouTube subscribers! Subscribe to our YouTube channel using the link below: https://www.youtube.com/@hilltopglove Support the show BOOK OUR SPACE (Columbia): https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/673ab11c9ec72595c7e5f909 BOOK OUR SPACE (Charleston): https://www.peerspace.com/pages/li...
May 15, 2025•56 min
Send us a text THG chats with Terrance "Tuck" Tucker , founder of The T.U.C.K Project . Discover his inspiring journey from athlete to youth advocate, transforming communities. Help us get to 500 YouTube subscribers! Subscribe to our YouTube channel using the link below: https://www.youtube.com/@hilltopglove Support the show BOOK OUR SPACE (Columbia): https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/673ab11c9ec72595c7e5f909 BOOK OUR SPACE (Charleston): https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/67ae7cb5cb...
Apr 30, 2025•50 min•Ep. 143
Send us a text THG chats with REALTOR Ashley Elmore , a Columbia, SC native passionate about real estate and client success. Discover her insights on building generational wealth! Help us get to 500 YouTube subscribers! Subscribe to our YouTube channel using the link below: https://www.youtube.com/@hilltopglove Support the show BOOK OUR SPACE (Columbia): https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/673ab11c9ec72595c7e5f909 BOOK OUR SPACE (Charleston): https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/67ae7cb...
Apr 24, 2025•45 min•Ep. 142
Send us a text The Hilltop Glove Podcast catches up with one of our favorite guests, Gerard "Gripp" Richardson aka The Hip-Hop JibOp. The Emmy-winning cinematographer and music producer shares insights on his life, career and expertise in jib operation. Support the show BOOK OUR SPACE (Columbia): https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/673ab11c9ec72595c7e5f909 BOOK OUR SPACE (Charleston): https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/67ae7cb5cb965a8e4b77028f https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/...
Apr 16, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 141
Send us a text Join us on The Hilltop Glove Podcast as we explore PATx's world, a self-produced artist blending hip-hop and alternative sounds. Discover his unique style, upcoming album, and creative insights! Make sure to check out his latest project, BTWN II PLNZ ! PATx: BTWN II PLNZ ALBUM PAGE https://btwniiplnz.iampatx.com/ Support the show BOOK OUR SPACE (Columbia): https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/673ab11c9ec72595c7e5f909 BOOK OUR SPACE (Charleston): https://www.peerspace.com/pages...
Apr 10, 2025•52 min•Ep. 140
Send us a text The Hilltop Glove Podcast chats with Shantell Davis , founder of Goddess of Herbs . Discover how she blends yoga, herbal medicine, and activism to empower Black women through holistic healing. LINK: https://www.agoddessofherbs.com/ BOOK OUR STUDIO: https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/67ae7cb5cb965a8e4b77028f https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/67a92b506ec2c3b8a866f42e Make sure to subscribe to us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Also follow us on Instagram...
Apr 07, 2025•36 min•Ep. 139
Send us a text Join The Hilltop Glove Podcast for an insightful chat with J-Live , a boom bap Hip Hop legend. Discover his journey, inspirations, and unique blend of emceeing and DJing that captivates fans. LINKS: https://realjlive.bandcamp.com/album/back-to-the-essence-ep BOOK OUR STUDIO: https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/67ae7cb5cb965a8e4b77028f https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/67a92b506ec2c3b8a866f42e Support the show BOOK OUR SPACE (Columbia): https://www.peerspace.com/pages/l...
Apr 04, 2025•53 min•Ep. 138
Send us a text Join The Hilltop Glove Podcast as we chat with Robin Bryant , founder of HH Mortgage & Real Estate in Charleston. With 17 years in real estate, Robin shares insights on home buying and affordable housing! LINKS: https://hhmortgage.com/ BOOK OUR STUDIO: https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/67ae7cb5cb965a8e4b77028f https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/67a92b506ec2c3b8a866f42e Support the show BOOK OUR SPACE (Columbia): https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/673ab11c9ec...
Apr 02, 2025•50 min•Ep. 137
Send us a text The Hilltop Glove Podcast chats with LaShaya Norton , founder of Wanderland Mobile Grocery , about bridging food access gaps and empowering communities through education and action. LINKS: https://linktr.ee/wanderlandmobilegrocery BOOK OUR STUDIO: https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/67ae7cb5cb965a8e4b77028f https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/67a92b506ec2c3b8a866f42e Support the show BOOK OUR SPACE (Columbia): https://www.peerspace.com/pages/listings/673ab11c9ec72595c7e5...
Mar 31, 2025•34 min•Ep. 136
Send us a text Welcome to another episode of The Hilltop Glove Podcast. Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with the talented Jamie A ., a photographer, filmmaker, and storyteller. Jamie is an aspiring film director and producer with a passion for storytelling that amplifies Black voices. With a background in mass communications and hands-on experience in photography and production, she brings a dynamic vision to every project. Jamie is a true creative that has always been fascinated by the ...
Mar 17, 2025•53 min•Ep. 135
Send us a text Welcome back to The Hilltop Glove Podcast. Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with the talented Ryan Essick, also known as Princeton . Princeton is a Charlotte-based artist known for his dynamic blend of rap and pop, infused with vivid storytelling. Princeton has made a significant mark in the music industry with his unique sound and engaging performances. His career highlights include performing on MTV's Fresh Out and Tengo Talento Mucho Talento , showcasing his versatility ...
Mar 13, 2025•54 min•Ep. 134
Send us a text Welcome to another episode of The Hilltop Glove Podcast. Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with the inspiring Ashley Wright , an entrepreneur based in Charlotte, North Carolina, who specializes in the art of journaling. Ashley is the creative force behind Strokes of Freedom & The Write Circle , a community dedicated to helping individuals find clarity and healing through journaling and connection. With over 20 years of experience, Ashley has crafted workshops that encour...
Mar 06, 2025•56 min•Ep. 133
Send us a text Welcome back to The Hilltop Glove Podcast! In this episode, we’re excited to feature April McKnight —a devoted mother, passionate educator, and innovative entrepreneur. April holds a Bachelor’s in Mass Communication from Winthrop University and a Master’s in Education from Grand Canyon University. Since earning her degree in 2014, she has significantly impacted education. April emphasizes not only academic achievement but also the importance of strong relationships with parents an...
Feb 11, 2025•35 min•Ep. 132
Send us a text Today, we are thrilled to have the opportunity to speak with the inspiring Robert Matheson . Robert is a community-engaged artist hailing from Newberry, South Carolina, whose work is dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of individuals through the transformative power of the arts. In 2019, Robert founded Newberry Made , a local art registry that has flourished, now representing over 200 talented artists and makers across Newberry County. His passion for community and cr...
Jan 13, 2025•49 min•Ep. 131
Send us a text Today, we are thrilled to have the remarkable Kiwan N. Fitch as our guest. Kiwan is a multifaceted powerhouse—she's a mother, entrepreneur, published author and co-author of ten books, speaker, producer, playwright, coach, and so much more. With her vast experience and passion, she has made an indelible impact across various sectors. Kiwan owns and operates multiple businesses, showcasing her ingenuity and leadership skills. She has over twenty years of experience in non-profit or...
Jan 10, 2025•47 min
Send us a text Today, we are thrilled to have Xavier Blake join us for an insightful conversation. Xavier is the new Executive Director of One Columbia for Arts in Columbia, South Carolina. With a rich background in public media and the arts, he brings a wealth of experience and passion to his role. Xavier Blake is a veteran of SCETV, PBS, and The Nickelodeon Theater, where he served as the Community Programming and Engagement Coordinator. Over the course of two decades at South Carolina Educati...
Jan 08, 2025•43 min•Ep. 129
Send us a text Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with the talented Toni Esther , an African American, unsigned independent artist from Florence, South Carolina. Toni began her career at an early age, singing in the church, and has since evolved into a well-rounded artist who sings, raps, writes, and produces her own music. Toni’s stage name, Esther, is inspired by the biblical character who was a queen that sacrificed herself to free her people. Her music is shaped by the influences of leg...
Jan 06, 2025•42 min•Ep. 128
Send us a text THG speaks with an extraordinary mother-daughter duo from Irmo, South Carolina: Tyra Jefferson and her mother, Wylondria Jefferson. At just 14 years old, Tyra became an accomplished entrepreneur, the Owner/CEO of Tyra’s BIG World of Flavor, a published author, motivational speaker, and student at Fayetteville State University. Her journey is a testament to her passion for cooking, creativity, and dedication to inspiring others, whether through her cookbooks, podcast, or artistic p...
Jan 02, 2025•45 min•Ep. 127
Send us a text Welcome to another exciting episode of The Hilltop Glove Podcast! Today, we are delighted to feature a special guest who is making headlines in the music scene with his exceptional talent—Big Dre, known by his stage name, Karolina Beatz . With a unique ability to create amazing mixes and sounds, Karolina Beatz has been enchanting audiences and transforming music production for the last four years. In 2021, he released "The Creative Masterpiece," which showcased his innovative appr...
Dec 23, 2024•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 126
Send us a text Welcome to another exciting episode of The Hilltop Glove Podcast! Today, we're thrilled to have Amor El with us, a Brooklyn native who made her way to Charlotte, North Carolina, in 2006. Amor is not just a devoted wife and mother; she proudly embraces her role as 'Gigi' to her grandchild. With over 30 years of experience as an administrative assistant, she took a bold leap into entrepreneurship in 2017 by launching her brand, Conversation with Amor. Her wellness journey began in 2...
Dec 19, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 125
Send us a text Welcome to another thrilling episode of The Hilltop Glove Podcast! We are excited to chat with Dovév Weaver , an entrepreneur from Tampa and the founder of Closer to Our Dreams . This company focuses on assisting small business owners in creating systems to grow their enterprises. Closer to Our Dreams provides various services, including networking events (Networking Vibe), empowerment summits, community workshops, and business bootcamps. Support the show BOOK OUR SPACE (Columbia)...
Dec 17, 2024•28 min•Ep. 124
Send us a text From the Classroom to the Mic: Dr. Mervin Jenkins' Hip-Hop Journey Welcome to The Hilltop Glove Podcast! In this exciting episode, we are honored to welcome Dr. Mervin "Spectac" Jenkins , an incredible emcee, educator, and community leader. His inspiring journey through the hip-hop landscape has made a significant impact on many. Spectac burst onto the scene in 1993 with his unforgettable verse on the underground track “Hookaz” by South Carolina's Da Phlayva. Over the years, he ha...
Nov 12, 2024•56 min•Ep. 123
Send us a text Craft Beer & Community Representation: Interview with Tha Community Brew’s April Dove Welcome back to The Hilltop Glove Podcast! We sit down with the inspiring April Dove , a trailblazer in the craft beer industry, who is breaking barriers and fostering diversity and inclusion. April is the innovative founder of Tha Community Brew , a brand dedicated to delivering unique flavors while prioritizing community representation. Her brewing passion ignited at beer school in Middlebu...
Nov 07, 2024•44 min•Ep. 122
Send us a text Unlocking the Harmony of Wine and Music with Femi Oyediran Welcome to another exciting episode of The Hilltop Glove Podcast! We're thrilled to have a true wine connoisseur, Femi Oyediran , joining us. As the co-owner of a successful wine shop, Graft , and a renowned sommelier, Femi brings a passion for music that rivals his love for wine. His remarkable journey began at the Charleston Grill, where he quickly ascended through the ranks, mastering the first three levels of the Court...
Nov 04, 2024•44 min•Ep. 122
Send us a text Inspiring Authenticity and Self-Discovery with Artist Christine D. Johnson THG chats with Christine D. Johnson , a talented artist known for her abstract and soulful paintings. Christine's work embodies qualities we aspire to, such as authenticity, humility, patience, and resilience. Her art serves as both a reminder and an invitation to explore the strength within ourselves and to embrace the courage needed to fulfill our purpose. Christine's creations reflect the journey of self...
Oct 31, 2024•49 min•Ep. 121
