Cloth Talk Podcast

Founder of Akalia, and business brand consultant Isabel De Sousa discusses her journey coming from Venezuela to Miami in pursuit of entering the fashion industry. Isabel details starting Akalia, how she was able sepearate her brand from the competition, knowing what will work and not work, the social boom and rise of women entrepreneurs and dismantling the illusion of "balance" in life. Isabel also shares why she decided to help other inspiring creative designers and fashion entrepreneurs in their journey as a consultant under the platform Scale Your Product. All Things Isabel https://www.instagram.com/scaleyourproduct/https:/ www.instagram.com/akaliaofficial https://www.akaliaofficial.com/ Follow The Pod https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie

Music artist Kaz Oliver discusses to the decision in re-connecting with his first producer Nicotne on new project "Sky High". Kaz Oliver also talks about not using his father's name for clout, not getting caught up in the conversations surrounding who's the best artist in Columbus and why he doesn't participate in it. Kaz speaks on eventually making the move to behind the scenes as a writer or creative director for other artists and more! Everything Kaz Oliver https://www.instagram.com/kazolivermusic/ https://open.spotify.com/artist/7ou1y2pwHGNHeoMf7m2SqD https://music.apple.com/us/artist/kaz-oliver/1462120454 Follow the Pod https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie Supporters https://www.instagram.com/cheflifewithjoe/ https://www.instagram.com/theflyeragency/ https://www.instagram.com/whitehallfitnessandnutrition/  

Damien Sheppard, Owner & Creative Director of Dame Shepp Design Concepts shares journey of breaking into the fashion industry to developing and handcrafting his own brands. Damien also speaks on why he doesn't follow fashion trends as a designer, the future of retail, giving back to the youth and his take on the city of Columbus role in the fashion industry. Connect with Dame Sheppard https://www.instagram.com/dameshepp/ www.manpro.bigcartel.com *C/O Apparel www.coloh614.com Drug War Veteran Clothing www.drugwarveteran.bigcartel.com Follow The Pod https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie Supporters https://www.instagram.com/whitehallfitnessandnutrition/ https://www.instagram.com/cheflifewithjoe/ https://www.instagram.com/theflyeragency/  

The popular trio Dre, Roh & Chyll who make up the dynamic podcast 3-IZ Company. The trio discusses the inception of their podcast and how they all became friends. The trio also gives "Philly" some advice on a major pickle he's in and reacts to Dr.Umar Johnson's daughter recent social media attacks and claims about her father and more!   Follow 3-IZ Company  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100030702656765 Follow The Pod https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie Supporters https://www.instagram.com/whitehallfitnessandnutrition/ https://www.instagram.com/cheflifewithjoe/ https://www.instagram.com/theflyeragency/

DJ Booney aka Booney Bucks breaks down his transition from pursuing music as an artist to becoming a DJ and helping up artist with their development. Booney also speaks on what made him decide to walk away from the music industry and why he's brutally honest with artist. DJ Booney details becoming a father at an early age, walking away from the street life and more! All Things DJ Booney https://www.facebook.com/booneybuckz https://www.instagram.com/booneypuffs/ Follow the pod https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie Sponsors https://www.instagram.com/theflyeragency/ https://www.instagram.com/cheflifewithjoe/ https://www.instagram.com/whitehallfitnessandnutrition/  

The Multi Gifted Ayren DaPrynze discusses everything from RnB, new music, Fitness Instructing, Life Coaching, Music Industry & the Columbus entertainment scene. Ayren also details the story of how he went viral, not feeling he's better than anybody and more. Follow Ayren https://www.instagram.com/daprynze/ Follow The Pod https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie Sponsors https://www.instagram.com/cheflifewithjoe/  https://www.instagram.com/whitehallfitnessandnutrition/  https://www.instagram.com/theflyeragency/  

Booking Agent, A&R and Founder of Everybody Elses' Ent Grant Gatsby shares how his first love was art and details how hip hop became his main passion. Grant also shares challenges breaking into the music industry, fights, surviving a home invasion, struggles fitting in with friends and family and gaining the trust of artists. Grants also shares an exclusive Ghostface Killah & Kendrick Lamar story. Everything Grant Gatsby https://www.facebook.com/grant.gatsby https://www.instagram.com/thegreatgrantgatsby/ Follow The Pod https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie Supporters https://www.instagram.com/cheflifewithjoe/ https://www.instagram.com/whitehallnutritionlounge/ https://www.instagram.com/theflyeragency/  

Entertainment Entrepreneur Fonz shares stories on coming up on the south side of Columbus, getting involved in hip hop as a DJ, to how he began organizing the biggest shows and parties in the city in his era. Fonz also shares personal stories from going to prison 2 times, his estranged relationship with his biological father, his mother's influence on how to hustle in the streets and more! Follow Fonz https://www.instagram.com/only1fonz/ Follow The Pod https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie Supporters https://www.instagram.com/theflyeragency/  https://www.instagram.com/whitehallnutritionlounge/  https://www.instagram.com/cheflifewithjoe/  

Artist Weezee talks landing Curator position for SoFar Sounds Columbus market, tackling her battle with mental health and leaving her full time job. Weezee also shares how her past experiences being a woman with little guidance in the music industry lead her to take on the role as a mentor for aspiring artists especially young woman and why being honest with your mental health challenges is important.  Creatives & Artists, Venue Owners and show attendees https://www.sofarsounds.com/ Everything Weezee https://www.instagram.com/justweezee/ Follow The Pod  https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie Supporters https://www.instagram.com/cheflifewithjoe/ https://www.instagram.com/whitehallnutritionlounge/ https://www.instagram.com/theflyeragency/  

Cleveland based artist Bolo discusses Cleveland music scene, losing his long time rap partner, giving up music for years and what motivated him to come back. Bolo shares how his wife and children have been a crucial part in his development as a man and more! https://www.instagram.com/_bolo216/ https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie Supporters  https://www.instagram.com/cheflifewithjoe/ https://www.instagram.com/theflyeragency/  https://www.instagram.com/whitehallnutritionlounge/  

Copywrite of the undergroup hip hop group MH-z shares story on coming in Columbus, meeting group member Camu and other members who form the group. Copywrite details tour stories, what learned in the music indusrty, why he turned major labels down to stay independent, his writing process and more!   https://www.instagram.com/copywrite_emcee78/ https://www.instagram.com/cheflifewithjoe/https:/ www.instagram.com/whitehallnutritionlounge/https:/ www.instagram.com/theflyeragency/ Follow The Pod https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie  

Joseph Moorer addresses rumors circulating around the first all black improve group founded in Columbus, Oh, Affirmative Distraction. Joe talks developing a younger generation improve group, Code Switch and addresses the challenges they have. Joe discusses his partnership with Gaming Nexus and of course his tremendous love for the city of Brotherly Love, PHILADELPHIA!!! Everything Joseph Moorer  https://www.instagram.com/themooreryouknow/ Follow the Pod  https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie Supporters  https://www.instagram.com/cheflifewithjoe/  https://www.instagram.com/whitehallnutritionlounge/  https://www.instagram.com/theflyeragency/  

Promoter turned Owner of Fortune Over Fame Clothing Rahim details how he designed the clothing for Talib Kweli's & J Rawls Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon & also the cover for their album "The Confidence of Knowing". Rahim discusses the importance of establishing relationships, collaborating with Che'Nior, Skyzoo & Rockness. Also Rahim shares future plans for Fortune Over Fame. https://fortuneoverfame.com/  https://www.facebook.com/rahim.ewan Follow The Pod  https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie Supporters  https://www.instagram.com/cheflifewithjoe / https://www.instagram.com/whitehallnutritionlounge/  https://theflyeragency.net/  

Philly native now residing in Columbus, Oh producer Juiceless Jay discusses early inspiration on how he got into production. Juiceless Jay details the transition from Philly to Columbus and meeting different artists. He also breaks down how being a outspoken and opinionated has created a perception and persona that isn't him. Juiceless Jay caps it off with a creating beat live on the pod and plays exclusive unreleased beats! https://www.instagram.com/prodbyjuicelessjay/ https://www.instagram.com/juicelessjay/ Follow The Pod https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie Supporters  https://theflyeragency.net/ https://www.instagram.com/whitehallnutritionlounge/  https://www.instagram.com/cheflifewithjoe/  

You Got Some Drink Pt 7, the series continues with Goldn & Storm Stylez.  Topics discussed  - Do you tell your friend that you slept with their now significant other in the past or is it on the significant other to tell them?  - Dating older vs younger 4 play and lingerie - React to social media outrage about Chris Brown's meet & greets - React to women saying it's ok to entertain Dm's while in a relationship   https://www.instagram.com/she_is_goldn/ https://www.instagram.com/only1storm/ Follow the pod https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie Sponsors https://www.instagram.com/cheflifewithjoe/  https://theflyeragency.net/  

Powerhouse creatives Tiara, Tasha & Javon takes us beind the scense on thier creative journey's and process. Disccused; balancing social life while being a creative, interpertation of art, dealing with clients, inspiration for the art & more! Chef T  https://www.facebook.com/tastebudscatering614 Tasha https://www.instagram.com/thecreativepayne/ Javxn Wright https://www.instagram.com/wrightcreates/          

Founder of She Drives Rideshare Kristin Jackson discusses her Columbus middle class upbringing, how mostly everything she didn't want to become eventually became her reality from motherhood to entrepreneurship. Kristin also details close call encounters, life after divorce, motherhood, and raw inside looks on what happens in most hospitals behind the scenes. She Drives Rideshare https://www.instagram.com/shedrivesrideshare/  https://www.facebook.com/shedrivesrideshare?mibextid=9R9pXO Follow the pod https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie Supporters https://www.instagram.com/cheflifewithjoe/  https://theflyeragency.net/  https://www.instagram.com/whitehallnutritionlounge/  

Artist, Skater & Innovator Bryant "B1" Anthony talks coming up in Cleveland, dealing with anger issues and how and how not fitting in lead him to creating his own tribe Trendseatta_tsc. Bee1ne speaks on how major corporations seal from artists. Bee1ne also shares going thru dark periods, revealing the meaning of his well know heart art and more! Follow Bee1ne https://www.instagram.com/bee1ne_/ Follow the Pod https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie  

Artist Tim "Bigen" Willis discusses growing up in Tennessee, moving to Virginia getting involved in the street life and merchandising. Bigen also details not meeting his father until age 40, becoming a father young, lessons learned in relationships, his faith in God & more! Follow Bigen here https://www.instagram.com/officialbarber_bigen/ Follow The Pod linktr.ee/Jbrodie  

Amen23 discusses putting pressure himself, setting a foundation for the younger generation, coming out a dark period and deciding to be more intentional with his talents. Amen also details the influence his mother artist FDZ Graffiti had on him, generational gaps and more!  Follow Amen https://www.instagram.com/hallelujaha23/ Follow the pod! linktr.ee/Jbrodie Supporters  https://www.instagram.com/cheflifewithjoe/  https://theflyeragency.net/ https://www.instagram.com/whitehallnutritionlounge/  

 Grey Mackenzi talks everything from music, fashion, comic series, video game creation and more! Grey also discuss's the impact of losing his mother and his twin bother.  

Valure of Columbus, Ohio's R&B and Hip-Hop group Fatty Koo talks jersey up bringing, landing in columbus and how the group Fatty Koo was founded. Valure also speaks on current headlines sorounding R&B star Miguel about his comments and try out to join the group. Valure shares industry truths, columbus's music scene, filming reality tv and more!  

Published arthur Darien Douglas discusses Chicago roots, how he ended up in Atlanta then ultimately in Columbus Ohio. Darien also details how pass decisions as a youth altered he path, from doing jail time & becoming a father at age 17. He breaks down how he was able to change the trajectory of his life into becoming a author and starting his own publishing company. Follow Darien @jounymnco_llc  Follow The Pod https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie  

J Allen Hicks aka The Dapper Fella tells truth about the education systems, teacher pay gap, and why test scores have dratiscally drop. J Allen Hicks aslo reflects on pasts relationships, being a modern man, The Dapper Fella brand and more! Tap in with The Dapper Here>> https://www.instagram.com/the_dapperfella/ Follow The Pod https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie Chef Joe https://linktr.ee/cheflifewithjoe

On a visit from Philly to Columbus last year my mom is finally on the podcast. This conversation was insightful, raw & emotional. We talk everything from my mom finding out she was adopted, her first boyfriend, losing her first child, running away, meeting my dad raising me and my sister, regrets & more!   Follow the Pod  Everything Cloth Talk Podcast  

Creator of the Columbus sound Producer Tha Audio Unit details the impact mental and physical effects after car accident, creating while going through recovery and the chances of him walking again. Tha Audio Unit also discusses new project Nostalgia, Chevelle, his thoughts on the new generation of artists and more! Follow Tha Audio Unit https://www.facebook.com/ThaAudioUnit Follow The Pod  https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie  

Music Artist & Graphic Desinger Javxn Wright discusses creating, performing live, generational gaps, breakups and more! All Things Javxn https://www.instagram.com/javxnwright/ https://www.instagram.com/wrightcreates/ Follow The Pod https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie Sponsors https://www.instagram.com/cheflifewithjoe/ https://www.instagram.com/helloblackmantv/ https://www.instagram.com/theflyeragency/ https://www.instagram.com/whitehallnutritionlounge/  

Painter, Illustrator & Model Essence discusses her turbulent upbringing, not knowing her biological father & her estranged relationship with her mother. Essence details her journey from Florida to Virginia which ultimately lead to her decision to attend CCAD to pursue a career in Fashion Design. She also details being pregnant at a young age and being homeless at the same time. All Things Essence https://www.instagram.com/essencetheartist/ Follow the pod linktr.ee/Jbrodie  Sponsors https://www.instagram.com/whitehallnutritionlounge/  https://www.instagram.com/cheflifewithjoe/  https://www.instagram.com/theflyeragency/  https://www.instagram.com/helloblackmantv/  

Another wonderful installment of the wonder series You Got Some Drank? Back for #5 the Gemini gang Goldn & Jon Spreez tackle topics ranging from gender roles, stereotypes & reacting to what social media says about the dating world in todays society & more!  

Founder & Creator of Affirimative Distraction Imporv Group Joseph Moorer discusses everything from comedy, improv, leading a group of all stars & why he's tough on talented people. Joseph also breaks down how Affirimation Distraction got started, being a father at an early age, why he doesn't gate keep & more! Follow Joseph https://www.instagram.com/themooreryouknow/ Follow The Pod  linktr.ee/Jbrodie Supporters https://www.instagram.com/whitehallnutritionlounge/ https://www.instagram.com/cheflifewithjoe/ https://helloblackman.com/ https://www.instagram.com/theflyeragency/  

Exclusive backstage interview with Cleveland based artist Medlee at Crobar. @medlee_._

The renaissance man himself Myko Glaze gets candid sharing his story growing up as a gay black man, attempting suicide and dealing with the loss of close friends. Myko also discusses how he got into his many forms artistry from singing to writing and entrepreneurship & much more! Follow Myko Here https://www.instagram.com/kingmyko83/ Follow Pod https://www.instagram.com/cloth_talk_podcast/  

Stand Up comedian Demetrius L. Jackson stops by while on tour to discuss his early stages on how he got into comedy & how a meme going viral sparked his comedy grind. Demetrius also shares his thoughts on being biracial and the use of "N" word, why his material has no limits, stand up comics vrs social media comics, his sketch writing process and much more! Follow Demetrius Here https://www.instagram.com/demetriusljackson_/ Follow The Pod https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie Sponsors https://www.instagram.com/cheflifewithjoe/ https://helloblackman.com/ https://www.instagram.com/theflyeragency/  https://www.instagram.com/whitehallnutritionlounge/  

Storm Stylez comes thru to discuss setting the tone on proving he's the best in his generation and ready to display that against whomever, with one particular person in his way. Storm Stylez details how working with Tha Audio Unit has pushed him into a new creative direction allowing to show his range as an artist. Storm Stylez also talks complicated relationships, Lil Wayne, Fabolous and More! Follow Storm Stylez @only1storm  Follow The Pod @cloth_talk_podcast

Alisha aka Ms CurvyBoss Details being shot 9 times as a result of turning down someone she wasn't interested in and how it affected her, also learning who's really there for when you need support. Alisha also shares how she got into modeling, always having self-confidence, the rise of the plus size model, starting her own boutique and more! Follow Alisha Here https://www.instagram.com/mscurvyboss... Follow the pod here https://www.instagram.com/cloth_talk_...

Artist, Model, Actor, Arthur & Influencer Sceyentifik gets candid about serving 13 years in jail, being locked up the same time as his mother, finding out that the man he believed was his father wasn't his biological dad, putting his life into his music, modeling and more! https://www.instagram.com/sceyentifik/ https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie Sponsors  https://helloblackman.com/ https://www.instagram.com/cheflifewit... https://www.instagram.com/cheflifewit... https://www.instagram.com/theflyerage...

Visual Artist Evan Williams (E Will) of EWill Studio talks everything from realizing when he had the talent, experiencing tough love in art school & not liking fanfair. Evan also shares why he gave up art for 10 years, acoholism, becoming sober and more! Everything EWill here https://www.ewillstudio.com/ Follow The Pod https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie?fbclid=IwAR1YG8i3es1b2Mr92TIyXzo2GewtIAi6Z9QHewp6zKXWzskLV-p9gPl_pBE   Sponsors! https://www.instagram.com/theflyeragency/ https://www.instagram.com/whitehallnutritionlounge/ https://www.instagram.com/cheflifewithjoe/ https://helloblackman.com/  

Destinguished MC CoCity talks evrything from North City Music Group, Elev8tor Music, The 3rd Power & Bridlington Brothers. CoCity breaks down albums "Coming to Grips" & "Rare Bread", his relationship with his brother PA Flex, losing his grandmother, going through a dark period, being overlooked as an great and more! Follow CoCity Here https://www.instagram.com/cocity1979/ http://elev8thegame.com/ Follow The Pod https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie  

Owner of Fortune Over Fame Clothing Rahim Ewan discusses early beginnings of how his sports career was brought to end by an injury which lead to him and his group of friends throwing parties to starting starting a promotion company, Money & Memories. Rahim details his experience as promoter with his former business partner and how over shopping during Covid sparked the interest to be creative and dive into the apparel world.  Everything Rahim & The Brand https://fortuneoverfame.com/ Follow The Pod!  https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie Supporters https://www.instagram.com/cheflifewithjoe/  https://www.instagram.com/theflyeragency/  https://www.instagram.com/whitehallnutritionlounge/  https://helloblackman.com/  

Founder of AU Music, Producer & Engineer Tha Audio Unit talks why he is the best producer to come out of Columbus, Ohio, his relentless work ethic, approach to music & coaching artists. Tha Audio Unit also shares his creative process, differences of working with multiple artists vs solo projects, recent releases, the best career decision his ever made and more! Follow Tha Audio Unit https://www.instagram.com/thaaudiounit/ Follow The Pod https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie Sponsors https://helloblackman.com/ https://linktr.ee/cheflifewithjoe  https://www.instagram.com/whitehallnutritionlounge/  https://www.instagram.com/theflyeragency/  

Photographer, Author, Interviewer, Speaker, Digital Content maker Donte Woods-Spikes discusses working in the field of content creation, dealing with depression, how loss inspired much of his work, empathizing and more! Everything Donte Here: https://www.facebook.com/DonteWoodsSp... www.dontewoods-spikes.com Cloth Talk Podcast https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie Sponsors https://helloblackman.com/ https://linktr.ee/cheflifewithjoe https://www.instagram.com/whitehallnu... https://www.instagram.com/theflyerage...

Long time friends Founder of livoutloud4u.org, Diona Clark & Founder of Just Us, Camillia Harris discuss the 1st Annual Black Men's Mental Health Conference (BMMHC) and how both of their experiences with black men who struggled with mental motivated them to organize the conference. Diona & Camillia go into detail about what it took to put to the event together, being black women who want to support and show that black women are in their corner and more! Follow Camillia @camillia_milly Follow Diona @dionalivoutloud Follow The Pod @cloth_talk_podcast

He's worked with them all in different capacities, Photographer, Videographer, Cinema Photographer, Director & Producer Dame Lee famously known as Art.Life.Six discusses it all. From his beginnings as an athlete, artist and producer then becoming known for his visual talents behind the camera, Dame Lee shares his creative process, difference between shooting photos vs music videos, getting into editorial photography. instagram.com/art.life.six  

Artist & Co-Owner of The Hat Locker Lil A Da Villan talks how The Hat Locker became the largest hat store in the midwest, meeting his business partners, plans of expansion, balancing his music career and more! https://www.instagram.com/the_hat_locker/  https://www.instagram.com/cloth_talk_podcast/  

Absolute privilege and honor to have been apart of a conversation with Dallas Texas #1 podcast Tha Reality Is, hosted by Anthony Roberts & Frank Minikon. We discuss being in leadership roles, misconceptions, being podcasters, perceptions & more! Follow Tha Reality Is https://linktr.ee/tharealityis https://www.instagram.com/tharealityis/ Follow The Podcast https://www.instagram.com/cloth_talk_

They say at her age, you should be done, but she's "Still Loading" Experienced artist, singer, song writer Weezee is back with another album that's her most personal to date. Weezee discusses why it took 2 years for new music, not rushing creative, not caring about what people say about age and artists, being transparent, the recording process of creating "Still Loading" and more! Follow Weezee https://www.instagram.com/justweezee/ Follow The Pod https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie Sponsors https://helloblackman.com/  https://www.instagram.com/theflyeragency/  https://www.instagram.com/whitehallnutritionlounge/ Philly Food! https://linktr.ee/cheflifewithjoe  

Keeping it strictly business. One of Columbus, Ohio's creative artist's Kaz Oliver breaks down B.O.T.R.2 (Business On The Regular) and following theme of hip hop eras within the music and visually. Kaz also details why he keeps it all business in his personal life and career as an music artist and more. Everything Kaz Oliver Here: https://poplme.co/kazolivermusic Follow The Pod: https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie Sponsors/ Shout Outs  https://www.instagram.com/cheflifewithjoe/  https://www.instagram.com/whitehallnutritionlounge/  https://www.instagram.com/helloblackman_/  https://www.instagram.com/theflyeragency/  

She's not for the weak. By way of Rochester, New York, one of Columbus, Ohio's Top Influencers, Founder of Heels & Hoops Ent & Blogger, J Marie discusses women empowerment and why being a confident women is key. J Marie details how her healing journey kicked off the mission with Heels & Hoops Ent, relationships, dating, being a boss chick, not being apologetic & More! Everything J Marie https://www.instagram.com/iamjmarieee/ Follow The Pod https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie Sponsors https://www.facebook.com/theflyeragency https://www.instagram.com/whitehallnutritionlounge/ https://www.instagram.com/cheflifewithjoe/ https://helloblackman.com/  

Ironton, Ohio native Kwame Brown talks early stages of music career, lack of support as a hometown artist, impact of losing his grandmother & forming PLE. Kwame also goes into why he stopped creating music and what sparked his return with the release of 3 projects in one year & more. Follow Kwame https://www.instagram.com/kwamebrownmusic/ Follow the pod https://linktr.ee/Jbrodie Sponsors http://www.cheflifepa.com/ https://helloblackman.com/ https://www.instagram.com/whitehallnutritionlounge/ https://www.facebook.com/theflyeragency