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Discussing Art, Media, Pop Culture, Politics, and everything in-between from the perspective of People of Color. Celebrating our individuality while coming together through shared experiences.

DJ Foley


    • Jan 23, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 46 EPISODES


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    EP 44: Long time no see Dj Foley

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2023 86:24


    Foley is back and better than before (hopefully). In this episode, we discuss being in the corporate space as a black man. The "dance" POC must do in these predominately white spaces to get lesser treatment. Then we talk about the state of dating. Dj Foley gives some tips that will help you make a long-lasting connection. And last, we talk about an upcoming video game that an entire generation has been waiting for. But there is some not-so-great buzz sounding the game.

    EP 42: Front hand backhand

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2022 51:19


    In this episode, Dj Foley talks about “The Slap” and his thoughts on the event and what he would have done.

    EP 41: Black Excellence

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2022 83:53


    This week Olu Burrell stops by the podcast to talk about fatherhood, life coaching, and black men. It was great to have Olu on the show, and if you want to know more about his coaching check out his website at: https://oluburrell.com/ and his IG @OluBurrellConsulting.

    EP 40: KP 8 Bit

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2022 82:33


    Hey Folks, This week we are hanging out with Kevin. I game designer and a college buddy. We discuss our favorite games, the games that made us, and working in the industry. You can follow Kevin on twitter @datkptho

    Special Episode: Why Joe.....Why?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2022 58:01


    *CW- Strong language used* Dj Foley lays into Joe Rogan about his racist podcast episodes coming to light. He also explains the gravity of the N-Word and its relationship with the black community.

    EP 39: The Doctor Is In

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2021 57:35


    Seasons greeting folks. In this episode, DJ Foley talks with Dr. Cindy Dominique; a psychologist and therapist. The two of them talk about mental health and the importance of seeking help. This is a great episode if you are thinking of going to therapy and just haven't made the leap!

    EP 38: The rise of fall

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2021 84:53


    Foley is back from a short break and updating you folks on what's he's been doing and watching.

    EP 37: Summer Vibez

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2021 52:11


    DJ Foley has been enjoying his post-pandemic summer and wants to talk about it.

    EP 36: Dad Bod

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2021 39:41


    Dj Foley talks about his struggles with his weight due to the dad bod claiming him. He shares his thoughts and internal dialogue that he goes through while trying to lose weight. Foley also talks about the controversy surrounding Batman and Cat woman. Lastly, foley talks about poverty in the US, and how it is treated as a symptom without a solution.

    EP 35: Chaotic Normality

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2021 40:14


    Summer is in full bloom folks, and Dj Foley has thoughts about what he is hoping to do this summer along with his fears of a super-virus. He also talks about the Mayweather VS Paul fight. You don't want to miss this one!

    EP 34: The Iceman

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2021 63:42


    This week's special guest is the one and only Iceman, a good friend of Dj foley's, and a crazy creative individual. He and Foley talk about film, photography, and music. You can check out Iceman's photography and videos on IG: @hcoheroes and @heroesunitedprod.

    EP 33: Everything sucks

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2021 37:47


    Lets talk about cancel culture

    EP 32 Catching up

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2021 48:00


    DJ Foley is back again with a mother episode for your lovely people. He fills you in with new events in his life and reviews “Mortal Kombat” and “Without Remorse”.

    EP 31: Joining the Darkside

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2020 64:57


    Dj Foley hangs out with his good friend Darkside to talk about covid deniers, Door dash dishes, and Dating Disasters. This is a really fun episode so pop some popcorn and enjoy the ride

    EP 30: Holiday Hold Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2020 31:06


    After a long hiatus, DJ Foley is back from a creative dry spell to talk about the holidays during these troubled times.

    EP 29: Kicking it with Will

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2020 66:04


    Will Chou comes on the show for a great episode about Asian representation in media, fitness, til tok, and music. You can check will out on IG: @noexcuseswill and his podcast: Willyoulaugh.com/podcast

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    EP 28: At home Cinema

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2020 51:07


    Dj foley reviews 3 of the top streamed movies of the summer: Palm Spring, The Old Guard, and Project Power. He also takes a trip to twitter to see what's trending. Don't forget to follow the podcast on twitter @MBPvibez and on instagram @mediumbrownpodcast

    S202: Visiting Slap City

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2020 36:52


    Jay Flame comes back to the show to talk about his new album "Slap City" which you can listen to now on Spotify, iTunes, and Youtube. Check it out!

    S2001: Welcome Back

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2020 58:59


    Welcome back folks, it's good to start the second season of the medium brown podcast. And this episode DJ Foley talks about where he's been and why the unrest in America will continue until there is justice. He also has a great interview with an indie artist named Dito. You can listen to Dito on Spotify and Apple iTunes. Also, check him out on IG @dito.__ NEW SWAG ALERT!! Check out the new merch on redbubble: MBPod-Swag or visit the link in bio on IG: @mediumbrownpodcast and Twitter: @MBPvibez

    Walking While Black

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2020 84:28


    Ending the season by starting a conversation about black and brown lives.

    EP 24: The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2020 89:44


    Foley invites his buddies on the shoe to chop it up about the issues that matter most. The fellas talk about gaming, dating, and Fans only? Well anyway, it's a great time with a bunch of laughs. Make sure you check out fellas on IG: Iceman (@hcoheroes), Shrimp (@shrimpfryyrice), Shin (@shin_plays_ok), and DopeG (@dopetaztik_g)

    EP 23: Move like RT3

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2020 69:38


    Coach Rt3 drops by to talk about fitness, and the importance of training on your level with the right mindset. You can follow him on IG: @coach_rt3 and @steelmaceeducation. Please check out www.coachrichthurman.com/links if you want to work with Rt3 or want more information.

    EP 22: Meeting Mr. Medicinal

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2020 53:18


    A Very special guest pops in for an unexpected interview. Dosha Burna comes on the show to talk about his new album "Mr. Medicianl 3" that released on 4/20/20. He and Foley talk about his inspiration, his music, and what's in store for the future of hip hop and R&B. You can check out "Mr. Medicinal 3" on Spotify and Apple music RIGHT NOW!.

    EP 21: Friends Grow into Leaders

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2020 101:09


    Foley brings an old friend onto the show to catch up on lost time. Kay is a political commentator making her mark in the black political zeitgeist. Among having, political prowess, she is also a woman of the Opera. Check out this episode and them check her out on IG @myvoicemysound. Kay is also selling face masks online at https://form.jotform.com/201014630853040

    EP 20: You got go to work Money?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2020 39:05


    Hope you all are staying safe and sane during this incredibly different time in our lives. Foley chats about the Absurdity of the “Re-Open America” protests and the need for a structure to make sure the rat race dies when COVID does. Foley also talks about a new album by Dosha Burna called Mr. Medicinal 3, which is now on Spotify and Apple Music.

    EP 19: Controversial Differences

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2020 75:46


    Hey folks, I’m going to get right to it…This is the most controversial interview I have had on the show. Kevin, producer, and Entrepreneur stops by the show for a talk about Tyler Perry that takes a turn of its own. Get a face mash and support a black-owned business at www.vinarkmp.com/facemasks. You can also check his out on IG: @vinarkmp, and his show “ Hi Hats”  on YouTube Here: bit.ly/hihats

    EP 18: Check your facts and don’t settle for less

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2020 80:20


    Howdy folks, Another Guest has stopped by the virtual studio to share some insight on black politics. kebede talks with Foley about the importance of checking your facts, well the facts of the facts. As the two discuss the ethics of media, kebede suggests a few reads you can check out if you are interested in learning outside of the societal box. You can check kebede out on twitter @new_kebede and check out some recommended reading: “The Half Has Never Been Told” https://amzn.to/34m0Uh7 and “ Black Marxism https://amzn.to/2yJo4SN

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    EP 17: Brown faces in new places

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2020 80:04


    Hey MBP fans, New interview with a new face. Dj Foley has a guest, Dani, for a great conversation about race and space. You can check Dani out via social on IG: @dropzennn and here meme page on IG: @hot_off_the_paninipress Enjoy! And stay tuned for more interviews this month.

    EP 16: Do it for the Gram

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2020 58:53


    Foley hosts the first live podcast from Instagram and interacted with some MBP fans! We reviewed an exclusive single from Royzy Rothschild & Ellie Jayne called “Fallen” which will be available May 15th 2020. Also, Foley reviewed the new Megan the Stallion album, Joyner Lucas’s new album, and Childish Gambino’s album before he went on a rant about Frank Ocean.

    EP 15: Socialist Corona

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2020 58:13


    March Madness is upon us, and It’s not basketball but the Coronavirus. Dj Foley reflects on his birthday that passed and talks about his new journey into his 30s. With the craziness that is the 2020 election, Foley throws in his 2 cents and hopes the future is brighter than it has been. Also, check out some MBP merch on our Redbubble store: MBPod-Swag. Also, don’t forget to follow the MBP on Instagram @mediumbrownpodcast. Hey, are you interested in being a part of the MBP Podcast? Then send me a tweet on twitter @podcastbrown about a subject you want to talk about on the podcast or a question you have for DJ Foley and I will put it on the show! Also, if you just want to say hi, shoot me an email at mediumbrownpodcast@gmail.com

    EP 14: New heroes, real history

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2020 59:35


    As Black History Month comes to a close, Foley sits down with Jerome Matiyas to discuss his book “Mekonnen: The Warrior of Light.” His Illustrated Epic is available on Amazon right now, and you can learn more about the book and support Jerome on his website here. Don’t forget to check out the book on Instagram (@mekonnenepic.matiyas) to see the amazing art that went into this thrilling epic.

    EP 13: Meeks Manifesto

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2020 62:22


    Folks, I’m breaking my Black History Month highlights to share my thoughts on the Documentary “Free Meek” now available on Amazon Prime. I also give a quick and dirty review of a few RnB releases that came out over the weekend. Hey, are you interested in being a part of the MBP Podcast? Then send me a tweet on twitter @podcastbrown about a subject you want to talk about on the podcast or a question you have for DJ Foley and I will put it on the show! Also, if you just want to say hi, shoot me an email at mediumbrownpodcast@gmail.com

    EP 12: Bannister’s Brushes

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2020 64:10


    Hey folks, For the month of February, Foley has a little treat for you all. Each week, we discuss a different Black artist that you may have never heard of! This week is Edward M. Bannister; an American painter from the 1800s. To learn more about Bannister, check out  the link here: http://bit.ly/EMBpaint

    EP 11: Tyler! Put that wig down bro!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2020 87:20


    Howdy folks, This week Foley tries to understand the many wigs of Tyler Perry. He talks about Tyler’s new film “ A fall from Grace” and has some notes to give for next time. Foley then reviews “ Underwater” Starring Kristen Stewart. Don’t forget to check the podcast on twitter @podcastbrown and check out MBP Swag, now on red Bubble.

    EP 10: A night at the Square Table

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2020 87:01


    We made it folks. We made it to 10 awesome episodes and this would not be possible without all of you. This week we have a special treat for you all! Foley invited some of his closest friends to join him for an episode of questions, answers, and crazy ideas. Plugin those headphones folks….This is a vibe.

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    EP 09: Fire God Jay

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2020 64:55


    First interview of the new year! Foley and Jay Flame meet up in the studio to talk music. Jay flame (@jayflame on IG) is a DMV artist with his own unique sound. Not only is he a talented rapper and singer, but he is an incredible producer as well. Check him out on Spotify and Apple Music, his album “Silk Sheets and Leather Seats” is available now and going to be an instant classic.

    EP 08: 2020 vision of the New Year

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2019 62:02


    Hey Folks, Foley has a cold but the show must go on…. This week's episode is about the new year. Foley opens up about his resolutions and his 2019 growth. Also, we talk about resolutions that can help you be successful in 2020!!

    Holiday Special

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2019 61:57


    Dj Foley has a holiday treat in store for you folks. Listen while you are wrapping presents by the fireplace, or when you are settling in for the night.

    EP 07: The Winter Writer

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2019 54:59


    Hey Folks, thanks for dropping by again and checking out this incredible interview with Writer, and good friend of mine KB Edwards. KB ( @Kaybeeedwards on IG ) is the writer of “Dreadlocked Catalyst Black” his first of 3 novels with art by Joe Swire. He is a Sci-Fi/ Fantasy writer with a taste for horror and good stories. Foley and him dive into KB’s inspiration and interests. There is also a little Star Wars talk as well. Check out “Dreadlocked Catalyst Black" now: https://amzn.to/2sTFcT7

    EP 06: Filming those of Color

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2019 37:56


    WE HAVE SWAG!! Check out our Podcast swag HERE. We have Mugs, tees, and stickers. Christmas time is….almost but not really here. Hey folks, this week has been a cluster cluck. Foley had recording troubles and could not use his INCREDIBLE interview with Kevin Parkinson, owner, and Director, of Vinark Motion Pictures. But we are plugging him anyway; so check out his IG and website. And his feature film NOXIOUS Foley finally talks about the film that he won’t shut up about “Queen and Slim.” There are no spoilers here folks, but a lot of description about the production for this film. Lastly, Foley talks about an amazing artist and good friend of his named Jay Flame. He plays the song “1Luv” from Jay Flame’s 2018 album “Silk Sheets & Leather Seats.” Check out his music on Apple Music and Spotify. He will be on the podcast in a couple of weeks. Shoutout to Nate Kodi for the amazing music and sounds for the show.

    EP 05: Be Thankful, now get back to work!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2019 52:31


    Happy Holidays folks! Tis the season of Holiday cheer, love, joy, and making sure you are keeping your employer happy because Christmas is a gift. A gift that you better appreciate during this season. Today we are talking about the long Thanksgiving weekend and what we are thankful for. In addition, we discuss how our employers cash in on our joy and happiness to prop themselves up as benevolent parents that only want the best for us. And lastly, we address the great machine that is the holiday spirit. Dj Foley reviews the classic 1943 film “ Cabin in the Sky” and explains why this film is a must-see this holiday season. Foley also reviews “ Knives Out” and “Star Wars: Jedi Fallen Order. To wrap things up, we highlight an exceptional black small business, @naturaltonesbrand, which has some incredible body butter for your skin and hair. Also, follow the owner of natural tones on IG as well: @baybaygerald

    EP 04: Holiday Madness

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2019 54:22


    Hey Folks, are you feeling that Holiday stress? That unsettling feeling at the bottom of your stomach when the Holidays come up? Well, I do too, so let’s talk about it. In today’s episode, we discuss how to take care of yourself during the season of family and giving. In addition, we talk about 2 new games that have come out: Death Stranding and Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order. We are also on IG now: @mediumbrownpodcast so hit that follow button Please tweet the podcast @podcastbrown with your favorite holiday traditions and I will talk read a few out next episode. In addition, tweet your worst Black Friday experiences working in retail, I will make sure to retweet it. Shoutout to Jake Parker, see his “Finished not perfect” video here: http://bit.ly/2OvTq3L

    EP 03: Those who fought for you and me

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2019 47:47


    Hey Folks, today let’s talk about those brave men and women that serve in the US Military, and why they deserve so much more. Then let’s put the spotlight on African American Soldiers in WWII (2:35 - 21:14). Then let’s talk about movies! Terminator: Dark Fate and Doctor Sleep and SPOIL IT (21:20 -42:12) And finish off with a quick hype up of Tory Lanez “Chixtape 5” with some shoutouts to finish us off.

    EP 02: The Sketch Master of LA

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2019 46:00


    So we travel to LA, home of the stars and home to many artists living "The dream" or so they call it. I got a chance to talk to an old friend of mine, Samir, a Film and TV artist that has more talent than I have in my whole body. But seriously, Samir was nice enough to come hang out with me and talk on the podcast. This episode has an abbreviated interview to keep the run time under an hour, But if you want to hear the unedited interview check it out on the website: www.mediumbrownpodcast.com You can follow him on twitter: @sktchmstrskllz  

    EP 01: The Horror of it all!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2019 34:28


    Yea, episode 01, talk about scary. Dj Foley breaks down the Medium Brown Podcast and how it came to be. In addition, Foley reviews some of his favorite horror films and a few films that you must see. Don't forget to follow us on twitter: @PodcastBrown And the raving lunatic Dj Foley: @Dialf4 If there is a topic you would like to hear on the podcast, shoot an email to mediumbrownpodcast@gmail.com

    Podcast Trailer

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2019 2:50


    Get ready for something new! The Medium Brown Podcast is coming to you real soon. So listen to find out what is in store.

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