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(00:00) Yuli and Cloud introduce the pod as a Yuli takeover! And how the two eventually became friends. (02:30) Cloud, for the first time, reveals where he got the name ‘Cloud' from and when did he notice that he was more of a creative than other kids at the time. (07:00) Yuli asks Cloud to detail the initial culture shock of moving down to Homestead from New York and what were his first real creative ventures here. (13:00) Why making a group full of creatives was important for Cloud and how did he get the resources to make it happen. (17:00) Could Deadstead Radio ever make a comeback and what exactly happened then? (20:00) Cloud makes EGO+ to last, with a new mindset and goal. (25:00) What is Chris, not Cloud, looking for in the future when he finds himself in New York. (44:00) Cloud explains why he would always want to be in the background in terms of fame and noteriety. (46:00) Yuli shares her gratitude and thanks towards Cloud, gives him the flowers he deserves, and wraps up the show!   The Cast: cloud ( @cloudtheson ) and Yuli ( @keepingupwithyuli_ ) Follow @madebycirca . Watch ‘Are You Still Down' on madebycirca.com/stream .

(00:00) The cast picks off where they left off, with Amber, Kai, Cloud and Anastasia. Cloud explains the logistics of filming something like the party scene and how goofy it was in general thanks to the extras. (05:00) Cloud realizes that maybe he shouldn't release his short film with Drake playing in the background, so he had to make some improvisations. (09:00) Amber explains how Kai's coaching through the scenes helped her manage her expressions. (14:00) Cloud asks the cast what were their favorite scenes to shoot and or watch. (20:00) Cloud mentions how the text messages, along with their voice overs, was an effect he didn't originally plan to have, but notes their importance. (25:00) The cast shares their own interpretations of the short film. (37:00) The cast explain why they find it hard to watch the film as an audience member and not as a contributor in it, and finally, future plans for other short films; maybe a trip to New York?   The Cast: cloud ( @cloudtheson ), Amber ( @ammiabbott ), Kai ( @spanishballs_ ), Stasia ( @anastasiajewelmurphy ).    Follow @madebycirca . Watch ‘Are You Still Down' on madebycirca.com/stream .

(00:00) Cloud introduces Amber, and welcomes Kai and Anastasia back to EGO+. The Cast start off by detailing if they had ever thought they would make or be in a short film, and if so, why would it be so important to them.  (08:00) Cloud recalls how the idea for their short film, ‘Are You Still Down,' was conceived and emphasizes the importance of properly planning the process out with scripts and storyboards. (12:00) Anastasia reminds us that a realistic approach could help creators avoid the infinite grey area. (17:00) Understanding why Cloud prioritized Expressions over dialogue and the pressures Amber faced being the lead actress. (22:00) A brief story time on some accidents that took place on set of the party scene. (29:00) Finally, Amber's acting broke Kai's composure on set. To Be Continued…   The Cast: cloud ( @cloudtheson ), Amber ( @ammiabbott ), Kai ( @spanishballs_ ), Stasia ( @anastasiajewelmurphy ).    Follow @madebycirca . Watch ‘Are You Still Down' on madebycirca.com/stream .

00:00) Cloud and Mal welcome Ish to EGO+, asking if he misses podcasting, (04:00) plans for Halloween & our generations Anime Big 3,  and (10:00) who, as a team is better, Naruto & Sasuke or Goku & Vegeta. (14:00) The Cast gives notice to Dragon Ball Fighterz rise as one of the best fighting games out, (19:00) who won in the Playstation V Xbox battle, and (22:00) Fortnite's rise and influence in the gaming industry. (27:00) Mal and Ish detail their time as Twitch streamers, (33:00) the first game we have ever played and (40:00) if they had any weird accounts trolling on their stream. Finally, (48:00) the importance of privacy while streaming & the arrival of Sora to smash, (1:00:00) the values we learn through gaming and (1:04:00) a message from Ish! the cast: cloud ( @cloudtheson ), Mal ( @the_lanlord ), and Ish ( @ish.sevilla ) follow @madebycirca or visit us at madebycirca.com

(00:00) Cloud and Mal introduce Anaiah and Khyara to the pod! (02:00) Anaiah details her first steps into the music production world, (05:00) hobbies before getting into music, (09:00) and how modern artist borrow heavily or some from past artist. (12:00) Then, she lists artist she would either want to work with or learn from, (16:00) Cloud shares a graphic NY Rat story, (23:00) and Born Sinner by J.Cole getting the respect it deserves. (35:00) Anaiah mentions a few goals she hopes to reach before the year is up, like experiencing the world outside of our small town. (40:00) The cast emphasize the importance of rest, (45:00) being in the same military unit as Rihanna, (50:00) and Finally, kind words from Anaiah to take home and where to find her! the cast: cloud ( @cloudtheson ), Mal ( @the_lanlord ), Anaiah ( @anaiahxmonet ), Khyara ( @khyascakes ) follow @madebycirca or visit us at madebycirca.com

(00:00) Introducing Mal, Cloud and Jay Khalil. (02:00) Jay shares a story about his former manager and taking on the task of Self Managing while also learning how to play with the Social Media algorithms. (09:00) Running the risk of being seen as a gimmick or corny for increasing Social Media presence. (13:00) Going to LA to perform and celebrate Jay's birthday. (19:00) What's the state of Freestyles in Hip Hop today. (23:00) How did Florida's run in 2016 impact Jay and his craft, (29:00) Embracing the Miami sound and staying true to himself. (34:00) Taking down one of his albums because he outgrew and became knowledgable of certain terminology. (40:00) Ozuna being interested in doing a deal. (50:00) Outro.   the cast: cloud ( @uhhchrstphr ), Mal ( @the_lanlord ), and Jay Khalil ( @jay.khalil_ ) follow: @madebycirca

(00:00) Cloud and Mal return from summer break, find out what they've been busy with. (07:00) Mal's trip to New Orleans and Cloud's routine visit to New York. (13:00) How's being back on university campus feel post social distancing. (17:00) Cloud and Mal approach the concept of learning how people feel about you through other people; the grapevine. (19:00) Then, why is there so much distrust and shadiness in the creative field. (30:00) Competition possesses Cloud, fair warnings are made. (32:00) The importance of losing and final thoughts.   the cast: cloud ( @uhhchrstphr ), Mal ( @the_lanlord ) follow: @madebycirca on all platforms.

(01:00) Introducing Gabe (Sage) and Fritz to EGO+. (02:30) Gabe gives his take on whether the fashion community is as collaborative as the Hip Hop community and Fritz’s comment on Fashion possibly being the fifth pillar of Hip Hop. (06:00) Fritz brings up the “Do you really love it?” Question and his connection with Mr. Baker, who was a guest on EGO+ 16. (10:00) What set Gabe on his path to design and fashion. (14:00) Rappers influence on big companies like Nike, McDonalds, and Adidas. And Gabe gives a warning to fans of Air Forces. (16:00) Gabe’s comments on Virgil’s Pop Smoke cover and what does he prefer, Checks or Stripes? (20:00) Fritz details the start of his Rap Career. (25:00) Gabe explains the benefits of normalcy and not trying to do too much or “be your @ name.”(30:00) The importance of stretching and maybe some Yoga. (33:00) Fritz introduces the concept of FRITZ’S FREESTYLE FRIDAY. (38:00) Gabe gives us insight on his time with learning music, how he got to know JAROC and Fritz and the Florida creative scene. (40:00) Gabe’s experience when experimenting with clothes throughout school and out in the world. (48:00) Fritz and Gabe speak on the competitiveness in their fields and the problem with over-saturation. (55:00) Bri (Tommy Madera from EGO+ 17) tags in to hold Virgil Accountable, Gabe plays devil’s advocate. (1:00:00) The Cast speaks on Cudi’s influence. (1:10:00) Gabe announces SageTheWorld site project. (1:13:00) Shout Outs and What’s Next! The Cast: Chris (@uhhchrstphr ), Gabe (@sage.theworld ), Fritz (@ulcfritz ) and Bri (@tommy_madera ) Follow: @madebycirca , @spectreworldwide , @shotsviajojo , @mediabykai , @heavyonitpod , @the_lanlord and @six.onee 

(00:00) Tommy Madera joins EGO+ with The Cast, Chris and Yuli, and start off the pod explaining the origins of her stage name, (04:00) How being a woman in a male dominant field motivates Tommy to work harder and not feeling the pressure to sexualize herself. (11:00) Diving into the South Florida scene’s rise and its influence on the rest of the industry and her experience doing shows for many artist who would go on to be local legends and (17:00) What started Tommy down her path to become the DJ she is today. (22:00) Detailing her Colombian heritage and experiences, (30:00) Why not Rap or Produce? and (40:00) The question of Fame. (46:00) How would Tommy describe her style and her go to looks. (50:00) Then she explains why she has been selective with who she works with now after some unprofessional experiences, (1:05:00) What’s stepping on stage to perform feel like? and (1:17:00) Find out which Fashion trend Tommy never wants to come back. (1:20:00) Finally A Serious Debate on Crocs and (2:27:00) Shout Out’s/What’s Next!   The Cast: Chris (@uhhchrstphr ), Yuli (@keepingupwithyuli_ ), and Tommy Madera (@Tommy_Madera )   Follow: @madebycirca , @spectreworldwide , @shotsviajojo , @mediabykai , @six.onee , @the_lanlord and @color.blind.apparel 

(00:00) The Cast, Chris and Ra'Mal introduce a very special guest; Jason Baker, otherwise known as the GOAT Teacher, Mr. Baker. (03:00) Baker starts off detailing what it was like to be a new father, and how dealing with COVID impacted normal family dynamics. (07:00) Chris asks what it was like being a Teacher when that first wave of COVID hit, what was Baker's initial reaction to it all. (15:00) Baker is appreciative of learning his students and peers different perspectives and opinions in this very political time and (28:00) further explains the value of perspective. (30:00) Why in the world, out of all the professions, did Baker choose Teaching to be his? (42:00) Baker emphasizes the importance of noticing potential in his students and (46:00) Kanaima’s call in question  leads The Cast to recall some memorable moments at Keys Gate. (54:00) Find out if you're in Baker's list of terrible students. (1:00:00) Finally, Chakira phones in to give praise to Baker which points to the huge impact he has made in the lives of all the students that resonated with him. (1:14:00) shoutouts and what’s next!   The Cast: Chris (@uhhchrstphr ), Ra'Mal (@the_lanlord ), Mr. Baker   Follow: @madebycirca , @spectreworldwide , @mediabykai , @shotsviajojo , @six.onee , and @heavyonitpod

The Cast, Chris and Ra'Mal are back with longtime friend and circa member, Navid, who flew in from New York. (03:00) Navid describes his flight experiences and the overall cozy vibes that airports seem to have, (11:00) dive into the creative aspirations he has for him and his crew back in NY, announcing their own podcast titled 'Heavy On It'. (20:00) This leads into the conversation of what it means to be 'original', especially in a field such as podcasting, a market that is overwhelmingly flooded by others who seek to gain recognition by any means. (24:00) Ra'Mal and Navid explain to Chris what it means to be a Twitch streamer, detailing the process of becoming an affiliate, and some lessons Ra'Mal has quickly learned starting out. (40:00) Navid retires Logic, (45:00) The Cast share some more vaccine stories, and (56:00) debate whether or not if masks will be more of a political statement post pandemic. (1:02:00) Finally, The Cast briefly discuss if you can trust the homies judgement in some scenarios and (1:15:00) Shout Outs and future project announcements.   The Cast: Chris (@uhhchrstphr ), Ra'Mal (@The_Lanlord ), Navid (@nahvo )   Follow: @madebycirca , @spectreworldwide , @shotsviajojo , @mediabykai , @six.onee , and @heavyonitpod

Jojo and Kanaima return. (00:00) They quickly recap what they have been up to since the last pod, (01:30) go over some of the COVID restrictions that were being enforced while traveling to different states and (5:40) how, on Easter Sunday, all of Miami decided to go out to brunch all at once, collectively setting the stage possibly for a summer without COVID restrictions. (15:00) This leads Jojo and Kanaima to recall when Jojo had a close call with the virus. (22:00) Following their brunch tales, they reveal how most restaurants and venues only have COVID rules to save themselves on paper, (27:00) Kanaima shares some close encounters where she was about to get physical in public and (33:00) Jojo made an innocent mistake while out with a potential mans. Finally, (39:00) The Cast are insulted by the overpriced Bad Bunny tickets and (50:00) Kanaima and Jojo list their priorities for the remainder of the year!   The Cast: Chris (@uhhchrstphr), Kanaima (@spanishballs_), and Jojo (@allboutjojo)   Follow: @madebycirca, @spectreworldwide, @shotsviajojo, @mediabykai, and @six.onee

RIP DMX, (00:40) The Cast starts the show off remembering DMX as the legendary man who captivated their fathers minds, not through the hype club music he is mostly known for in the mainstream, but through his more vulnerable album cuts that resonated with many who have endured similar challenges. (06:00) This then opens up the "should fans be able to gate keep the fanbase" conversation, using instances like MF DOOM's passing as an example. (11:50) The Cast then moves on to Carlton Davis' unknowing use of a slur when he thought he was using a slang word that most people in South Florida use, does he deserve a pass? (21:20) Should the offended party, not the random online instigators, be the one to start a healthy dialogue between them and whoever used a slur word unknowingly? Allowing for a person to learn from their mistakes? (25:50) YG's song that seemed to have targeted an Asian Community has been censored, The Cast reacts and Chris fears if this will set a new standard in the industry for other artist to become censored; (25:50) making him ask the question "Should we go back and edit?" (39:40) With the world opening back up, Domestic Terrorism is gradually reminding us that our normal before COVID wasn't a good one by any means, (47:00) but what if we can somehow change what being called "American" means? (50:12) RIP to Daunte Wright, another man who was killed by the Police, is reform truly the answer? (56:00) Finally, The Cast announces upcoming projects under Circa that are in development.   The Cast: Chris (@uhhchrstphr), Ra'Mal (@the_lanlord), Jack (@six.onee)   Follow: @madebycirca, @spectreworldwide, @shotsviajojo, and @mediabykai

The Cast is back, (00:00) starting off the pod with Jack's time in Colorado and other states, or countries, that they would want to move to. (07:00) This is the first time in two years since the former Cuzzo podcast members have recorded together, so The Cast takes a look at how they have all grown and evolved since those days at Deadstead Radio. (13:00) Seeing a creative's vision come to life is always exciting, especially if it took a three year fight with a major corporation and more on Zack Synder's Justice League. (24:00) Jack briefly goes over his time shooting with Spectre, (33:00) The Cast share stories about casual Cocaine use, (43:00) Go over the aftermath of the domestic terrorist attack that took place in Atlanta and (48:00) become aware of the new Social Awareness Aesthetics that have made oppressive and horrible situations trendy. Towards the back end, (1:25:00) Ra'Mal and Jack turn on Chris, (1:29:00) engage in a random and unnecessary talk about their sex lives and, of course, (1:37:00) give their shoutouts!   Cast: Chris (@uhhchrstphr), Ra'Mal (@the_lanlord) and Jack (@six.onee)   Follow: @madebycirca and @spectreworldwide

ULC Founder and Leader, JAROC, joins The Cast today to let us in on what it took for ULC to release its first project and all the progress he has made as an artist since the groups inception. JAROC also goes into the pressures of being an artist in this social media age, managing and dealing with turmoil in and outside of the group, and expectations going forward. In the end, very appreciative overall.   Cast: Chris (@uhhchrstphr) and JAROC (@ulcjaroc) Follow: @madebycirca , @urbanlegendscult , and  @spectreworldwide

The EGO+ Cast is back for 2021! They recap the mess that happened at the Capital, celebrate Black History Month, Look forward to what they expect of themselves and the world going forward, and other spirited tangents.Cast: Chris (@cloudcirca) and Ra'Mal (@the_lanlord)Follow: @madebycirca and @spectreworldwide

The Cast focuses on the impact that Black Culture has had on the greater American/Mainstream Culture, listing many instances of inequality in the entertainment industry and highlighting some of the failed performative solidarity attempts during the height of the Black Lives Matter movement. They call for creatives to embrace their black peers more and hope greatness is achieved in the spirit of true collaboration. Cast: Chris (@uhhchrstphr), Ra'Mal (@the_lanlord) Follow: @madebycirca (New Handle for Twitter and Instagram)

Long time friend and collaborator with CIRCA, Tevin, joins the cast to discuss the launch of start-up clothing brand, Spectre, which he Co-Founded with Max. Tevin goes into detail about his creative journey leading up to Spectre and all of the lessons he has learned that ultimately made Spectre possible. To all artist who play the background and are hesitant to make something of yourself, this one is for you. Cast: Chris (@uhhchrstphr), Tev (@beatsbytev / @artbytev)Follow @circaent

Coming off probably the most important election of our generation, The Cast gets into their first initial feelings of election night and the silly schemes Trump will try to pull off in the future. Then, beloved CIRCA Member reveals he is headed to NY, sparking a conversation about work ethic, the future, and overcoming obstacles that leads to a nostalgic trip of all that he's gone through here with CIRCA.  Cast: Chris (@uhhchrstphr), Navid (@Nxhvo)Follow @circaent NAVID, WE WILL MISS YOU!

Lead in Bad Bunny’s Music Video “La Dificil” , Yuli, and Favored South Florida Photographer, Jojo, go into detail about their careers and growth in the past year alone while also sharing their experiences with men who felt insecure because of their jobs and independence. Cast: Chris (@uhhchrstphr), Yuli (@keepingupwithyuli_), and Jojo (@shotsviajojo) Follow @circaent.

Despite the title, this is an effort to push for a healthy creative community that we all deserve here in South Florida and across the field through the lens of CIRCA's Creator, Chris aka Cloud Circa. Cast: Chris (@uhhchrstphr)

After centuries of white people disturbing the peace with their obsessive need to forcefully taking things, they should be able to at least take a joke. Here are some. Cast: Craig (@chieftoad___), Chris (@uhhchrstphr), And Jack (@rvssi_)

You see, those friends you think you have... aren't really your friends. This is PURE ENERGY on full display.  Cast: Kanaima (@SpanishBalls), Jojo (@allboutjojo), and Brick (@DEMZDARKO)

99.4 EGO! Join the Cast and briefly go over the highlights of 2020 for Hip Hop so far! Cast: Chris (@uhhchrstphr) , Jack (@six.onee), And Navid (@nxhvo)

Black Lives Matter, Forever.Cast: Chris (@uhhchrstphr), Ra'mal (@the_lanlord), And Anastasia (@anastasiajewelmurphy)