A weekly hangout with Allura and Ry Toast- Two female DJ’s and best friends trying to work out this thing called life. They share experiences in empowerment, self love, relationships, music, and sex; sprinkled with a little tequila and a lot of laughter. This is women supporting women- like REALLY…
(2:30) When the requested genre is Country music (3:40) Instincts to say no to a gig vs. wanting to be “professional” (4:30) Hella micro-aggressions: giving her strange looks, uninviting vibes, the feeling of being one of the only black people at the event, getting thrown into MCing, coordinating and more when she was booked solely to DJ (5:42) The added pressure when you are covering a gig for someone else (5:50) Hella more micro-aggressions: Calling her a man’s name, snapping fingers at her, ordering drinks from her while she was DJing (7:38) Everybody just started laughing at me (8:05) “I just can’t believe this Blackie” (9:49) “Do you have any of YOUR music?” White guest asking Purple Lettuce to play hip hop (11:00) Venue owner shoves finger in her back and threatens to call police on her while she is DJing the wedding party (12:40) “I wanted to put him in his place, but I have to think about all the things that could go wrong, and then I’m going to be blamed. And that’s what I have to think about all the time, not just DJing, but in LIFE… It takes it back to slavery.” (14:10) “I just felt so helpless” (15:06) When they request Freaky Friday by Lil Dickie & Chris Brown (16:50) The racist little girl (17:44) Playing said request as the DJ and one of the only People of Color at the event, with a dance floor full of white people screaming the N word, even though you are playing the clean version. (18:11) “Don’t say that, she’s going to kill you.” (18:40) More N bombs (19:20) Racist load out (20:00) Finding out second hand that they weren’t planning to pay her (21:26) When the DJ you are covering for gaslights you (22:55) “This goes beyond DJing. This is how I was treated as a person.” (26:16) It made me question myself. It made me question Djing, period.” (29:00) Coming full circle at Bastid’s BBQ (29:19) DJ Skratch Bastid is awesome and here’s a few of the reasons why (31:41) “I was so happy. I had never felt that type of relief from that type of pain.”
03:54 Journalist Perpetua 10:56 Black lives matter movement 12:31 Being titled 'the angry black woman" 20:03 'Music comes from black people' 25:38 New single 'Bad Cops' 41:26 Lion King reinvented through hip hope and afrobeats
Honeydew's first live filming coming to you during the height of quarantine. The struggles, trials with self and relationships.
(6:20) “It has to do with being still and listening and doing something even if your head is afraid.” (10:40) “I take my art very seriously. I want to make a living as an artist” (11:00) Art as a means of social change- “Let me get outside of myself. How can I write a song to help others?” (12:27) The story behind the latest single from Mystical Joyride - “Gotta Do Me” (19:24) On being in a band with her husband: “I had to trust the process and trust Joel that I am enough.” (20:50) On working with Aloe Blacc- “I’ve learned to not get hung on on trying to sing perfect.” (25:50) The world premier of Leah’s new song “Not Your Body” (24:15) “We’re all good enough, lets just be ourselves today.” (30:10) “My friend has a lizard” - a story about toxic masculinity. (31:50) Intersectionality: let’s talk about it (37:30) Figure out what is authentic to me and then do it. All instrumentals by Mystical Joyride.
:50 the whirlwind from getting married to honeymooning to being in lockdown plus household energetics when you are a creative and your new husband is an essential worker 2:15 We’re having these conversations we’ve never had before, It’s definitely bringing us closer 4:30 Maker’s Loft Oakland “We partner with 35 local bay area makers, help them sell products, host events and workshops to grow their business and create community and also offer the community a creative outlet” 6:50 Xela’s creative outlets and businesses: photography, product styling, graphic design, fashion design, upcycled fashion 10:30 Creating your own world “We’re in our 30s. We worked hard. We deserve our own worlds.” 11:40 2020 Goals: Consistency, authenticity, and just doing it 15:30 what does authenticity mean to you? 22:55 The Shewolves 26:45 The time Alex put Ry in a fashion show wearing only a nude thong 28:14 Pasty review 28:40 Suck this titty 29:30 Her Place Is In Social Organization
(1:45) Happy bday from Honeydew LA (2:40) Camp Lo Album (3:20) Plans to do a project to “Dedicate something to our women out there that hold us down”. 4:04) Smoke Dza and I are working on a new album (6:30) Hold The Drums by Smoke DZA, Pete Rock (7:10) What defines the art of the MC? (7:20) “If you involve yourself in this great opportunity called hip hop, you have to learn music, spectrums on how to rap, show versatility, consistent, and being in tune with the audience.” (8:57) Key Influences: Marley Marl, Howie Tee, Teddy Riley. (8:25) Advice Pete gives to artists when he is working with them in the studio. “Pretend no one’s around and just have fun.” (9:15) “Music is fun. That’s something that you're supposed to do when you do music is have fun.” (10:00) On DJing parties in all night in Japan- Cuz i’m having fun djing! I dont care! (11:00) Did you ever work at ralphs? (13:00) the story of the greatest hip hop record ever made. (25:20) Real Hip Hop/Das FX Pete Rock Remix (23:55) It’s Love/Pete Rock) The Boss/Pete Rock (25:45) Soul Survivor/Pete Rock feat. Miss Jones (28:40) James brown is my fav american artist of all time and then Michael Jacskon is 2nd. Then Bob Marley. (32:30) Japan swept up all the good records. (31:00) “I have a band now” Pete Rock and the Soul Brothers. (35:00) Soundtrack to your life!
This week we are honored to have the first lady of the LA DJ scene join us- Ms Mona Lisa herself! All hail this true queen of the DJ scene as she talks us through her journey into music and DJ'ing and we touch on the tough times we are facing today. Show time stamps; 06:30- "I’m trying to teach you something-you are going to sit here and learn this" 07:20- Rich Medina; "Start your own party" 09:30- Mark Luv, Pharcyde, Manor 10:40- Pete Rock 14:00- The Do Over The Game, Dame Funk, Peanut Butter Wolf, J Rowls, MOM, Boombox, Afro Funky 26:56 - "Where is the hip hop?" 32:30- "I never try to put gas on the fire, i always try to put it out" 40:00- "Nobody’s playing club music"
Part 2 of the Mother's day Special and we have Allura's mum on the line today, with the dating story of all dating stories and sharing her love for baby Allura and David Bowie!
This week in aid of Mother's Day- we have a special feature from Ry Toast and Allura's mama's !! With a mini interview, sure fire questions, we hear dating stories, music inspirations and get to the bottom of why the girls were so fat. We need answers. First up is Mama Toast!
Babes Club recorded live mix by Allura- all the vibes, no limits
Entrepreneur, female boss and nail extraordinaire- Kristin - owner and creator of "Dime Nails' - the true nail experience for our ladies, joins us this week and talks starting her own business, the trials, challenges to maintain- everything nail oriented and off course- the need for nudes in her DM......! 04:18 Lessons from starting a business, failures and all 19:43 what bought on the 'Queen Of Cuticles' passion for nails and nail art 27:45 Politics in the nail salon world 32:00 Asking specific artists to come and create themed windows 35:45 Big d*ck energy or big will?? 37:20 Am I a dreamer or just crazy?! 53:13 Importance and beauty in men supporting women
Throwing it back this week in honor of one of Ry Toast's favorite days and probably shows- its 4/20 people and we're here to celebrate, smoke, get Allura high for the first time and record every second of it!! Whagwaaaarn!
This week the legendary, queen of The World Famous Beat Junkies and now Ladies Of Sound; Maricel Sison joins us and talks what it's like being the only female working alongside one of the most talented and famous DJ collectives in the world, while holding it down for the females and the amazing new opportunities she is creating for the ladies of the DJ industry. All hail the queen!
This mix is about these artists, the medicine they carry, and you. I hope it feels like an good friend who calls you right when you need them. They listen to you cry and then tell you it's going to be OK in a way that you actually believe. It's melancholy, hopeful, revolutionary, and soul soothing AF. We are in this together. We love you! -Ry & Namaste As Fuck
As quarantine continues, so do our candid conversations and this week we catch up via phone call off course at a safe distance - to discuss the consequences of Corona when you're not a US citizen and what that looks like for some people, the reality of life as we know it surely kicking in and we're keeping it as real as ever with a solid silver lining and tittie shake to round it off classic Honeydew style.
Candid quarantines continues with an impromptu phone conversation with the legendary bay area's DJ Umami, talking the sudden changes and challenges of life since the shutting down of the industry and world in general at such a surreal time.
Quarantine nights have been interesting to say the least and as we close out the first week, Honeydew got the girls together for a an impromptu small gathering of drinks flowing, free talking, pu$$y discussions and threesome debates. Mini convos will be had to get us through the next 4 weeks and we hope you'll join us@
DC's first lady is in the house with us this week and we couldn't be more excited! This fire house lady, DJ, hot mama, curator, fashionista is a force to be reckoned with and a dam sight to behold, Ms Flosscett y'all!
The self proclaimed Business Witch, yogi-saurus, Namaste as F*ck co-founder, spiritual healing goddess is an absolute treat to have join us- as she talks about her ability to help and heal, shares her amazing experiences that led her to the extraordinary path she's on today and Ry sheds some light on what it's like to be on the receiving end of such a power house. The female energy is rife today!
Sophenom; DJ,Producer, MC and AMP radio's very own first lady joins us to talk about DJing in a male dominated industry, the pros the cons that come with it and her inspirations and not so well known hidden talents of being on the mic!
Jess Reid is going deeper layer by layer from the actress, Halsey's stunt double, stylist, motorcyclist, glamazonian model she is today and where it all started, the real and raw story from this beautiful badass.
'Truth so deep that it moves people'. Lysee J is setting the tone for life and we couldn't be happier to have her join us this week! Singer/songwriter, Shaman, all round life and soul of the party with an insight and energy to uplift and enlighten us all.
The legendary Ms Mama Troy joins us and shares everything from the beginning of Ska days in Long Beach, her entry into the music business and the rollercoaster ride from start to now, this episode is not to be missed.
Artist extroadinaire, aussie born, painter, muralist, designer and all around beauty Deb joins the girls and talks everything art, women power, sliding in the DM's and di*k pic phenomenon.
Ry Toast and Allura chop it up and catch up on topical news, bullsh*t trends, going against the grain and fan girling. It's all necessary.
Photographer, stylist to all things creative Victoria Craven joins us this week for a no hold bars conversation and everything in-between!
Allura lets loose on life, dating and men in this epic rant session. Let's talk about it!
Tessa Rapa joins the girls in this weeks episode.
Val Harvey aka Mohawk Make Up joins us to talk beauty, life music and everything inbetween.
The Valentines Special HoneyDewLA Ep #7 Feb 14 2019 Ry and Allura are joined by comedian/writer Lutasha Bradley, DJ Annalyze, and LA Yoga teacher Kari Jaffe. The girls discuss the 21 Savage arrest, how to juggle dating multiple men, how to maintain your emotional health in an on-again off-again relationship. Lutasha schools us on how and where to meet good dudes in LA. We take notes
R. Kelly & NAMM HoneyDewLA Ep #6 Jan 25 2018This week we discuss our experiences at NAMM, the National Association for Music Merchants Winter Conference. Also, We delve into Surviving R. Kelly and how it is affecting us as female DJs. And Ry school us on the benefits of choosing better tampons
Visas & Lame Dudes HoneyDewLA Ep #5 Dec 1 2018Allura opens up about the challenges of getting her US visa. Comedian/writer Lutasha Bradley sits in and the babes talk about dating as a strong, independent woman in LA. Topics include: They difference between someone loving you BECAUSE of all that you are, not in spite of who you are. Why do so many men settle for women who do not challenge them? What is it like when you do finally meet your equal? Comedian/writer Lutasha Bradley is our guest
DJ School HoneyDewLA Ep #4 Nov 25 2018 Ry and Allura discuss their experience at the Beat Junkies Institute of Sound and Scratch DJ Academy. They also debate the current state of hip hop and review Meek Mill’s latest album
Titty Shakes & The Lakers HoneyDewLA Ep #3 Oct 30 2018The girls take their bras off and discover the power of tittyshaking. They talk about Jehan’s new residencywith the Lakers, getting ghosted, and their worst dating experiences. Comedian/writer Lutasha Bradley is the super sexy guest. Listen up dudes, this episode is full of tips on how to step to fine-ass independent women
Ry and Allura swap stories with top turntabilist DJ Annalyze, Cannabis activist Nina Parks, and promoter/manager/boss lady Traci P.
Ry and Allura interview legendary scratch DJ Shortee about coming up as the only female DJ in one of the most dominant DJ crews of all time and her transition into acting and teaching. The duo interviews powerhouse bay area yoga teacher Andrea Ocier about the challenges of helping people transform themselves through yoga in our western culture.
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