Award-winning actress and singer Gloria Mann shared a personal story about an act of kindness in my column "Shining Example". Gloria's gesture was so good and so nice, I think everyone else should do it too! THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast OS Episode 6 hosted by Mr. Joe Walker! THIS episode concludes with "FORE!", a song by C.J.Plays . THIS is awesome and THIS is for YOU !...
My journey to find the Reese's Caramel Big Cup continues...or does it? Join me for a late night snack and conversation about candy, blended ice treats, and more. THISENT.com Presents THIS Podcast OS Episode 5 hosted by Mr. Joe Walker! THIS episode concludes with "FORE!", a song by C.J.Plays . THIS is awesome and THIS is for YOU !...
After learning about the existence of Reese's Caramel Big Cup, which sounds freaking delicious, I set out on a late night adventure to find one. Ride along with me during this special episode's candy quest! THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast OS Episode 4 hosted by Mr. Joe Walker ! THIS episode concludes with "FORE!", a song by C.J.Plays . THIS is awesome and THIS is for you !...
Having grown up in media during the digital era, in this episode I look to the past to understand where and how I learned to grow my voice. THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast OS Episode 3 hosted by Mr. Joe Walker ! THIS episode concludes with music from Alex Malone. THIS is awesome and THIS is for you !
While relaxing in the recording studio I took a moment to reflect on life post-pandemic. During this reflection I realize in real time how much we, as members of humanity, need each other. THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast OS Episode 2 hosted by Mr. Joe Walker ! THIS episode concludes with music by Alex Malone. THIS is awesome and THIS is for you !...
I reflect on the celebration of Hip Hop culture's 50th anniversary, giving respect and gratitude to recognized founders DJ Kool Herc and Cindy Campbell. While doing so I respectfully acknowledge all the elements of the culture - DJing, breaking, graffiti art, and rap. THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast OS Episode 1 hosted by Mr. Joe Walker! THIS episode concludes with music by Alex Malone. THIS is awesome and THIS is for you !...
THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast episode 39 hosted by Mr. Joe Walker! Here I’m continuing the series of interviews I conducted at Urban Embodiment’s Small Business Expo 2020 which took place at The Fledge in Lansing, MI! This episode features my conversation with photographer Dan DeFoy of Dan DeFoy Photography. Thank you to Urban Embodiment co-founders DeSean Whipple and Lekeitia Cokley for having us. THIS is awesome and THIS is for you !...
THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast episode 38 hosted by Mr. Joe Walker! Here I’m continuing the series of interviews I conducted at Urban Embodiment’s Small Business Expo 2020 which took place at The Fledge in Lansing, MI! This episode features my conversation with hip hop recording artist and entrepreneur WAVIE P . “Big Time” Rigo Flores also chimes in here. Thank you to Urban Embodiment co-founders DeSean Whipple and Lekeitia Cokley for having us. THIS is awesome and THIS is for you !...
THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast episode 37 hosted by Mr. Joe Walker! Critically acclaimed hip-hop artist Sixman returns to THISENT for this interview. Following the successful release of his already raved-about documentary film The Fix: Short Documentary with Sixman , he prepares for the release of his new studio album The Fix (made available on all platforms Dec. 11, 2020) which is produced by Tommy Vamoz. Here we talk about his history with Tommy, the history he and I share, and how our stru...
THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast episode 36 hosted by Mr. Joe Walker! I was blessed with an opportunity to interview incredibly talented group The Highway Women . Comprised of Drew Haley, Kristen Kae, Jess Paige, and Bailey James, the country/rock/pop music quartet are turning heads in a major way with their current single “The Highway” from their EP ‘The Highway’ . It’s a lush follow-up to their hit “Shake The Dust” and their acclaimed anthem “Stand Up and Fight”. We talked about their mu...
THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast: Night Walk hosted by me, “The Night Writer” Mr. Joe Walker! I’m walking my 4-legged-friend on a very cold night while rambling about writing books, Randy Orton, and storytelling. Enjoy!
THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast: Night Walk hosted by me, “The Night Writer” Mr. Joe Walker! Happy Thanksgiving and welcome to Black Friday. Deals are everywhere, including some good ones at The Block Sale (Round 2) in downtown Lansing, MI. Are you prepared to shop? Here’s a better question: Are you prepared for whatever comes your way? Enjoy!
THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast episode 35 hosted by Mr. Joe Walker! Here I’m continuing the series of interviews I conducted at Urban Embodiment’s Small Business Expo 2020 which took place at The Fledge in Lansing, MI! This episode features a conversation with Ross Michels , owner of Fall Apple clothing and a champion semi-pro football player with Lansing Crusaders . Thank you to Urban Embodiment co-founders DeSean Whipple and Lekeitia Cokley for having us. THIS is awesome and is for you !...
THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast episode 34 hosted by Mr. Joe Walker! I had the honor of attending, conducting interviews, and being a speaker at Urban Embodiment’s Small Business Expo 2020 which took place at The Fledge in Lansing, MI. It as a lot of fun! Grand Kai was also a speaker at the event and “Big Time” Rigo Flores was in the building, so THISENT represented to the fullest. This episode kicks off what will be a series of interviews from the expo starting with the Urban Embodiment co-fo...
THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast: Night Walk hosted by me, “The Night Writer” Mr. Joe Walker! This episode is follow-up to “THIS Podcast 33: Did You Vote?”. I answer my own question following the 2020 Presidential Election while furthering the discussion I started on election day. Enjoy!
THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast episode 33 hosted by Mr. Joe Walker! We sincerely thank you for continuing to visit THISENT.com for our columns, podcasts, interviews, videos, reviews, eSports and gaming coverage, and special features. This episode of THIS Podcast marks our 1000th post since we launched in August 2019! We have more great stuff for you throughout the week ahead, and hopefully, years ahead too. Thank you for coming back each day for all-things entertainment. THIS is awesome and i...
THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast episode 32 hosted by Mr. Joe Walker! “Before the Covid-19 changed our travel schedules, AOG2012 and I ventured to The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History to interview R&B legend Freddie Jackson! He was there to perform at the annual African Arts Festival in honor of the late ‘Queen of Soul’ Aretha Franklin.” Enjoy!
THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast: Night Walk hosted by me, “The Night Writer” Mr. Joe Walker! Today during our stroll we’re talking about places you go to write comfortably or draw inspiration to write. And, or course, I share a bit about mine. Share yours with me on Twitter @mrjoewalker . Enjoy!
THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast episode 31 hosted by Mr. Joe Walker! The 2020 Presidential Election is here. Did you vote? Mr. Joe Walker recorded this episode from his state Capital building’s steps, delivering his most passionate commentary to date. Enjoy!
THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast: Night Walk hosted by me, “Word Heavyweight Champion” Mr. Joe Walker! Our society, our world is in peril. Disease, death and conflict all around us. Let’s hope it gets better soon. These were the thoughts on my mind as strolled and took in some crisp night air. At the end of this episode I share the song “What’s Going On Today” by award-winning R&B singer, songwriter and producer Big Mel. Enjoy!
THISENT.com presents the 30TH Episode of THIS Podcast hosted by Mr. Joe Walker ! It’s amazing how quickly time passes. Here in this episode we’re going to do a little time traveling, taking a trip back to 2010 for an interview I conducted with hip-hop artists Skyzoo and Illmind that was previously unreleased. I’ve been gradually building up to this moment starting with Skyzoo’s feature in our “GOOD QUESTION” column , then in our kindness column “Shining Example” , and finally an interview in Epi...
THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast Episode 29 hosted by Mr. Joe Walker! I’m joined by singer, songwriter, producer, and author Melissa B fresh off winning the “Best R&B Song” World Songwriting Award for her hit “Waterman”. In the midst of a few laughs here and there, we talk about Melissa’s favorite article written by yours truly, her opinion on voting and the state of our country, getting complimented by all-time great songwriter and music legend Bowlegged Lou of Full Force, and studying the...
THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast: Night Walk hosted by me, “Word Heavyweight Champion” Mr. Joe Walker! I took a stroll to ease my mind of all the tension in the world. Unplanned, the discussion here gets a little dark. The ray of light, though, is me sharing R&B/hip-hop duo RND’s remake of Marvin Gaye’s “What’s Going On”. Enjoy! | THIS.
THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast Episode 28 hosted by Mr. Joe Walker! Following the release of Hip Hop artist and author Saigon ’s single “Bullets-19” from his album 777: The Resurrection , I set off through my archives to find the interview I conducted with him before his album The Greatest Story Never Told was released. Found it. Enjoy!
THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast: Night Walk hosted by me, “Word Heavyweight Champion” Mr. Joe Walker! While strolling on a beautiful night I reflect on Hip Hop’s great MC/Producer duos. This makes me recount the night I met DJ Premier at A3C in Atlanta. My entire train of thought here was inspired by XrossRoads (Supa Emcee and Baby Paul) and their single “Rise” featuring Guilty Simpson - which you’ll hear before the end of this walk. Enjoy!...
THIS Podcast presents Night Walk hosted by me, “Word Heavyweight Champion” Mr. Joe Walker! While strolling and talking about Super Mario Bros., I get joined by Hip Hop artist and producer “Player One” Mark Cooper! He and I discuss playing NES games on the Nintendo Switch, television show Cobra Kai , figuratively building a Lego Millennium Falcon, and his LP The Lofibrary . Enjoy! | THISENT.com...
THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast Episode 27! Playground Sessions Founder and CEO Chris Vance follows his appearance in our “2020 Twenty Questions” THISENT.com Q&A series with his interview with host Mr. Joe Walker. Chris talks about his groundbreaking piano learning software, his relationship with Quincy Jones and Harry Connick Jr., and the health benefits of playing piano. Enjoy!...
THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast Episode 26 hosted by Mr. Joe Walker! Here is the finale of our celebration of the 35-year anniversary of Super Mario and the groundbreaking Super Mario Bros. game. To close things out we celebrate Nintendo Entertainment System console, too! Our host Mr. Joe Walker relives as many of the great games that made the NES such a groundbreaking and fun video game system. He shares stories of game shopping, playing games with family and friends, and how gaming became a ...
THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast Episode 25 hosted by Mr. Joe Walker! We’re continuing our celebration of the 35-year anniversary of Super Mario and the groundbreaking Super Mario Bros. game. Here in Part 2 (of 3) our host Mr. Joe Walker shares stories about purchasing his Nintendo Entertainment System and playing Super Mario Bros. for the first time, preparing himself for the arrival of the Super Nintendo console, and how the NES and SNES Mario games paved the way for his Nintendo 64 and GameC...
THISENT.com presents THIS Podcast Episode 24 hosted by Mr. Joe Walker! We’re celebrating the 35-year anniversary of video game icon Super Mario and the groundbreaking Super Mario Bros. game. Here in Part 1 (of 3) our host Mr. Joe Walker discusses his personal connection Nintendo’s mascot and how the character has evolved and impacted lives across the world for 3 ½ decades. Enjoy!
