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Now today's episode is with Kate Turner. Kate is a recognised leader here and abroad in the world of responsible investment, sustainable finance and ESG data, not to mention an all round great person who hikes, triathlons, meditates, parents and in general is pursuing ways to be helpful and service-oriented. I've known Kate a few years now, and having her on the show was a great pleasure. Kate has over twenty years of professional experience across environmental and climate law, developing market renewable energy and carbon product origination, ESG data services and responsible investment. She's worked across multiple sectors, and is currently serving as the Chair of the Responsible Investment Association of Australasia.I related to a lot of Kate's personal stories of what drove her to go into environmental law in the first place and a career of choices seeking to find places to make an impact, as well as how to parent in a world seemingly inundated with horror, destruction and deviance. In this chat we get through plenty - from working across markets to develop real projects generating real impact prior to the ESG data verification dilemma, the difficult balancing act between laborious ESG data processes and the need to make a real difference, the shifting investor landscape of the past few years, the differences between the value drivers for action on climate change compared to modern slavery, and the need to build bridges, cooperate and make possible the future we want by building the relational fabric and institutional capacity to withstand the change we want to bring about.We end the chat talking about our own experiences of parenthood in this moment. What to share and how to share it with small kids, the importance of a nature loving indoctrination program from a young age, and also how personal practices and professional support are things we all need to do this work and withstand the heartache of pain and suffering in this world.Kate is one of the most thoughtful sustainability practitioners in Australia, so to spend a little time and enjoy and learn from her perspectives were valuable, and I know you'll get lots from listening to her.Send me a messageThanks for listening. Follow Finding Nature on Instagram

Nesta mensagem, o Pr. Rafael Lemos, com o texto em Números, capítulo 22, versículos 1 ao 14, nos traz uma mensagem sobre a bênção do Senhor que não pode ser anulada em nossas vidas.O capítulo 22 de Números apresenta um momento marcante na caminhada de Israel. O povo havia avançado pelo deserto e acampado nas campinas de Moabe. Ao ver tudo o que Deus estava fazendo em favor de Israel, Balaque, rei de Moabe, foi tomado pelo medo e decidiu procurar Balaão para amaldiçoar o povo de Deus.A partir desse texto, aprendemos importantes lições sobre o tema “Bênção ou Maldição?”1. Quem anda debaixo da vontade de Deus vive debaixo da Sua bênçãoBalaque queria contratar Balaão para lançar uma maldição sobre Israel, mas havia um problema: Deus já havia abençoado aquele povo.A bênção de Deus não dependia da opinião dos inimigos, nem das circunstâncias ao redor. Ela estava fundamentada na aliança que Deus havia estabelecido com Seu povo.Muitas vezes existem pessoas que desejam o nosso fracasso, mas quando Deus decide abençoar, ninguém pode impedir."Como amaldiçoarei a quem Deus não amaldiçoou?" (Nm 23:8)Quando Deus libera uma palavra de bênção, ela é maior que qualquer oposição.2. O medo enxerga ameaça onde Deus está realizando propósitoBalaque olhou para Israel e enxergou um problema. Deus olhava para Israel e via o cumprimento de uma promessa.A mesma situação pode ser vista de maneiras diferentes. Quem vive pelo medo tenta controlar tudo. Quem vive pela fé confia na direção de Deus.Há pessoas que interpretam o avanço dos outros como ameaça, mas aquilo que Deus está fazendo não pode ser combatido pelos recursos humanos.3. Nem toda proposta que parece vantajosa vem de DeusOs mensageiros chegaram a Balaão trazendo honra, reconhecimento e recompensa.Antes de aceitar qualquer proposta, Balaão precisou consultar a Deus. Isso nos ensina que nem tudo o que parece uma oportunidade é uma direção divina.Nem toda porta aberta foi aberta por Deus.O cristão maduro não decide apenas pelo lucro, pela vantagem ou pela aparência. Ele pergunta:"Qual é a vontade de Deus para esta situação?"4. A voz de Deus deve ser maior que a voz dos interessesQuando Balaão consultou o Senhor, Deus foi claro:"Não irás com eles, nem amaldiçoarás este povo, porque é bendito." (Nm 22:12)Deus não deixou espaço para dúvidas. A resposta foi objetiva.Muitas vezes buscamos inúmeras opiniões porque não gostamos da resposta que Deus já nos deu. Porém, maturidade espiritual é obedecer mesmo quando a direção divina contraria nossos interesses pessoais.5. Deus transforma tentativas de maldição em instrumentos para revelar Sua glóriaA história mostra que aquilo que Balaque planejou como maldição acabou se tornando uma oportunidade para Deus demonstrar Seu poder.O inimigo queria destruir Israel, mas Deus usou toda aquela situação para confirmar ainda mais Sua bênção sobre o povo.Isso continua acontecendo hoje. Deus é capaz de transformar ataques em testemunhos, lutas em crescimento e crises em oportunidades para manifestar Sua graça.Conclusão: A grande pergunta deste texto não é apenas "Existe maldição?", mas sim: "Sobre qual voz estamos construindo nossa vida?"Israel estava protegido porque caminhava debaixo da palavra de Deus. Balaque confiava em estratégias humanas. Balaão estava diante da decisão entre obedecer ao Senhor ou seguir seus próprios interesses.A bênção não está em fórmulas, objetos ou palavras humanas. A verdadeira bênção está em viver alinhado com a vontade de Deus.Quando Deus declara Sua bênção sobre uma vida, nenhuma maldição tem poder para prevalecer.Que possamos escolher diariamente o caminho da obediência, pois onde há obediência ao Senhor, há proteção, direção e bênção.Se esta mensagem edificou a sua vida, curta e compartilhe com mais pessoas.Deus te abençoe!

~Episode 172~The RIAA sued a 12-year-old for downloading Avril Lavigne. Now Spotify wants you to pay extra to remix Paul Simon with AI. Some things never change... at least we found a few great human-created songs this week!Head to the Songs That Don't Suck website to check out this week's songs, join the Patreon (it's Free), and more. Be sure and like, review, and subscribe to the podcast where ever you may be listening, and if you want,  connect with Songs That Don't Suck on social media including ⁠⁠Instagram⁠,  BlueSky, and  Threads.

Send us Fan MailWhat if the biggest moments in your life come down to one simple decision?Show up.This week on Here's What We Know, we sit down with rising country artist and songwriter Kyle Clark for a conversation about faith, songwriting, Nashville, and the unpredictable moments that can change everything.Kyle shares the story behind how one late-night decision to “just show up” led to a song eventually recorded by Blake Shelton after first being held by HARDY and Morgan Wallen.The episode explores creativity, resilience, purpose, and the small moments that shape our lives forever.If you've ever wondered whether the little decisions in life really matter, this episode is a reminder that sometimes the moments that change everything begin with simply walking through the door.In This Episode:How hit country songs are really writtenMoving from Georgia to NashvilleLeaving college to pursue music full-timeLearning to trust timing instead of forcing outcomesWhy great songs sometimes sit for years before finding the right artistThe role faith plays in creativity and songwritingThe emotional reality of chasing a dream in NashvilleWhy vulnerability matters in both music and lifeHow persistence and consistency open unexpected doorsWhy “showing up” became the defining lesson of his careerThis episode is sponsored by: Mike Counsil Plumbing & Rooter (Use code “Gary” to get $89 off any service!) License #: 679261Bison Junk Removal (Be sure to tell them Gary sent you!)Bio:Kyle Clark is a songwriter, artist, and producer born in Honolulu, Hawaii, and raised in the small town of Jefferson, Georgia. His love for country music, paired with a diverse range of influences and a strong work ethic, has shaped his unique sound. After winning the 101.5 Kicks Radio competition in Atlanta two years in a row, Clark's music caught the attention of hit songwriter and producer Jordan Schmidt (Kane Brown, Tyler Hubbard, Jason Aldean). In 2019, Schmidt offered Clark a joint venture publishing deal with Sony Music Publishing. Within a year, Clark co-wrote his first RIAA-certified Platinum single, “Villain” by Lily Rose. When the global pandemic hit, Clark focused his energy on producing his own music, learning from his mentor Jordan Schmidt and his roommate Jacob Durrett (Morgan Wallen, ERNEST). His dedication paid off in early 2022 when a video of his song went viral on TikTok, driving over 21,000 pre-saves for “Hope It's Hot Out,” which was released on May 27, 2022. The track crossed 1 million streams in its first week and has since amassed over 40 million streams independently across all platforms. In 2024, Clark signed a new publishing deal with Relative Music Group, and has since landed cuts with major country acts including HARDY, Blake Shelton, Dylan Scott, Jon Pardi, Mitchell Tenpenny, Restless Road, Mackenzie Carpenter, Erin Kinsey, and Chayce Beckham.Website: https://www.kyleclarkmusic.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KyleClarkMusicInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kyleclarkmusic/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kyleclarkmusicFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/KyleClarkMusicTags: Kyle Clark, Gary Scott Thomas podcast, Nashville songwriter interview, country music podcast, Blake Shelton Let Him In Anyway, HARDY songwriter story, Morgan Wallen songwriting, country songwriting process, how hit songs are written, Nashville music industry, faith and creativity, storytelling podcast, songwriter interview, Kyle Clark Nashville, creative persistence, showing up changes everything, music industry inspiration, country artist interviewConnect with Gary:Gary's WebsiteFollow Gary on InstagramGary's TiktokGary's FacebookWatch the episodes on YouTubeAdvertise on the PodcastThank you for listening. Let us know what you think about this episode. Leave us a review!

On this morning's edition of the Metal Breakdown Daily, Scott Penfold breaks down three massive stories shaping the rock and metal landscape today. First up, The Smashing Pumpkins lay Billy Corgan's "Zero" persona to rest and announce a massive 27-date 30th-anniversary tour for 'Mellon Collie And The Infinite Sadness' featuring two unique sets every single night. Next, masked alternative metal icons Sleep Token continue their absolute domination of the US charts, securing a spectacular trio of new RIAA Gold certifications for 'Even In Arcadia.' Finally, we take an emotional first look at the upcoming documentary 'Di'Anno: Iron Maiden's Lost Singer' featuring James Hetfield and Gene Simmons, charting the raw human story of Paul Di'Anno's final health battles and the global fans who rallied to save him. STAY LOUD: Catch the full breakdown of today's stories on the Loaded Radio Daily Podcast with Scott Penfold, or crank the hard rock and metal 24/7 on our live digital stream at LoadedRadio.com.

After a lengthy absence, B. Cox returns to review hip-hop legend T.I.'s explosive fourth album King as it turns 20.After stepping onto the scene and making himself known with his debut album, 2001's I'm Serious, the Atlanta rap star made further waves and saw larger success with his sophomore and junior albums, 2003's Trap Muzik and 2004's Urban Legend, respectively. He was looking to take the next step with this effort and make a claim as the professed "King Of The South" at a time when Atlanta hip-hop made its way to being at the epicenter of the industry. The album featured an all-star cast of producers and featured artist. It was produced by the likes of DJ Toomp, Mannie Fresh, Jus Blaze, The Neptunes, Kevin Mack, Nick Fury, Kevin "Khao" Cates and Swizz Beats while featuring artists such as UGK, Young Jeezy, Common, Young Dro, B.G., Young Buck, Pharrell and Jamie Foxx among others.The album's release coincided with the release three days later of the feature film and cult classic ATL, which was T.I.'s feature film debut and it also served as the de facto soundtrack. The album had four power-packed singles including the smash lead single "What You Know", which served as the movie's default theme. It was a huge success commercially, selling over 500,000 units the first week and is RIAA-certified 2x platinum. It solidified T.i. as a megastar and a major player in not only Atlanta's rap atmosphere, but the industry at-large for years to come.Show NotesOkayPlayer: The Once and Expeditious King: T.I. on 'King' 20 Years Later, His Latest Album and Morehttps://www.okayplayer.com/the-once-and-expeditious-king-ti-on-king-20-years-later-his-latest-album-and-more/1426138Yahoo: T.I. says it's 'wild to think that' his album 'King' is 20 years oldhttps://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/music/articles/t-says-wild-think-album-100000151.htmlWSB 95.5 Atlanta Talk & Music: Atlanta icon T.I. celebrates 20th anniversary of King album and its undeniable impacthttps://www.wsbradio.com/news/local/atlanta-icon-ti-commemorates-20th-anniversary-king-album-its-undeniable-impact/XD322ZV6JBHI5FJRHTJQOSPU5Y/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠⁠Join The Normandy For Ad-Free NME, Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠⁠In this segment of Notorious Mass Effect, Analytic Dreamz dives into Chris Brown's 12th studio album Brown, released May 8, 2026. Titled as a backronym for “Break Rules Only When Necessary,” the ambitious 27-track project blends R&B with heavy hip-hop influences and features a stacked lineup including YoungBoy Never Broke Again, GloRilla, Vybz Kartel, Leon Thomas, Bryson Tiller, Tank, Fridayy, Sexyy Red, and Lucky Daye.Analytic Dreamz examines the promotional rollout, previously released singles Obvious, Fallin', Holy Blindfold, and It Depends, plus fan reactions to the collaborations and the “House of Brown” teaser. The segment also covers Brown's upcoming co-headlining The R&B Tour with Usher—33 dates starting June 26, 2026—along with his recent personal updates, including the birth of his fourth child and ongoing custody matters.With over 163 million U.S. sales, making him one of the best-selling male vocalists in RIAA history, Analytic Dreamz analyzes how Brown continues to dominate through massive touring success, cultural impact, and artistic evolution in this expansive new chapter. Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Linktree: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠⁠Join The Normandy For Ad-Free NME, Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠⁠In this segment of Notorious Mass Effect, Analytic Dreamz dives into Chris Brown's 12th studio album Brown, released May 8, 2026. Titled as a backronym for “Break Rules Only When Necessary,” the ambitious 27-track project blends R&B with heavy hip-hop influences and features a stacked lineup including YoungBoy Never Broke Again, GloRilla, Vybz Kartel, Leon Thomas, Bryson Tiller, Tank, Fridayy, Sexyy Red, and Lucky Daye.Analytic Dreamz examines the promotional rollout, previously released singles Obvious, Fallin', Holy Blindfold, and It Depends, plus fan reactions to the collaborations and the “House of Brown” teaser. The segment also covers Brown's upcoming co-headlining The R&B Tour with Usher—33 dates starting June 26, 2026—along with his recent personal updates, including the birth of his fourth child and ongoing custody matters.With over 163 million U.S. sales, making him one of the best-selling male vocalists in RIAA history, Analytic Dreamz analyzes how Brown continues to dominate through massive touring success, cultural impact, and artistic evolution in this expansive new chapter. Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It's a rare Winner Wednesday with the Knicks, Yankees, and Mets all victorious. The Jets are scouting Russell Wilson as a potential backup for Geno Smith, despite Wilson looking a bit heavy at a Savannah Bananas game. Boomer takes calls and praises Mike Tirico before we hear Tirico's call of the Knicks beating the Hawks and Dave Sims voicing homers from Austin Wells and Aaron Judge. We wrap up by revisiting Digital Underground and "The Humpty Dance." Sadly, you hear none of the music. Blame the RIAA.

A Your Morning Coffee Special Episode: A Conversation With RIAA Chairman and CEO Mitch Glazier.   In his 25 years at the RIAA, Glazier has played a vital role in the music industry's transition to streaming and "anywhere, anytime" access to music.    Subscribe to the newsletter! YourMorning.Coffee 

fWotD Episode 3275: Beyoncé Welcome to featured Wiki of the Day, your daily dose of knowledge from Wikipedia's finest articles.The featured article for Thursday, 23 April 2026, is Beyoncé.Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter ( bee-ON-say; born September 4, 1981) is an American singer, songwriter, actress, and businesswoman. Known for her vocal ability, artistic reinventions, and live performances, she is widely regarded as one of the most culturally significant figures of the 21st century. Credited with shaping popular music, Beyoncé is often deemed one of the greatest entertainers of all time.Beyoncé rose to fame in the late 1990s as the lead singer of Destiny's Child, one of the best-selling girl groups of all time. Her debut solo album, Dangerously in Love (2003), became one of the best-selling albums of the 21st century. After Destiny's Child disbanded in 2005, Beyoncé released the funk-imbued B'Day (2006) and starred in the drama film Dreamgirls (2006). Her marriage to rapper Jay-Z and portrayal of Etta James in the biopic Cadillac Records (2008) influenced her pop-oriented double album I Am... Sasha Fierce (2008). Through the 2000s, Beyoncé garnered the US Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles "Crazy in Love", "Baby Boy", "Check on It", "Irreplaceable", and "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)".After forming the management company Parkwood Entertainment, Beyoncé embraced traditional R&B and soul on 4 (2011). The electronic-influenced Beyoncé (2013) popularized surprise and visual albums, inspiring the setting of Friday as Global Release Day, while the eclectic Lemonade (2016) sparked sociopolitical discourse and was the best-selling album of 2016. Her ongoing trilogy project—consisting of the queer-inspired dance album Renaissance (2022) and the Americana-rooted country record Cowboy Carter (2024)—has highlighted the overlooked contributions of Black pioneers to American musical and cultural history, spawning the respective US number-one singles "Break My Soul" and "Texas Hold 'Em".Beyoncé is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, with estimated sales of over 200 million records. She is the most RIAA-certified female artist and the only woman whose first eight studio albums each debuted atop the US Billboard 200. One of the most-awarded artists in popular music, she is the recipient of a record 35 Grammy Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, and a Peabody Award. Beyoncé is the most-awarded artist of the BET Awards (36), MTV Video Music Awards (30), NAACP Image Awards (32), and Soul Train Music Awards (25). The first woman to headline an all-stadium tour, she is the highest-grossing Black live music artist of all time.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 00:34 UTC on Thursday, 23 April 2026.For the full current version of the article, see Beyoncé on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Bluesky at @wikioftheday.com.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Kendra.

This week on Toilet Radio: Kiss did not break up. They were lying about that. Again. Iron Maiden are getting inducted into the Rock n' Roll Hall of Fame, will not be attending. Suffocation responds to their former drummer that accused them of being a bunch of druggies AND they brought receipts! LiveNation is finally getting slammed with an antitrust conviction, unfortunately, nothing good will happen from it. Jelly Roll has dropped off of Kid Rock's terrible right wing music festival and been replaced with Staind. This means things for the nation. Finally, we found the secret to cracking RIAA certifications as a “metal” band. It's sleep. Music featured on this ‘sode: Pissrot – Absolute Form This program is available on Spotify. It is also available on iTunes or whatever they call it now, where you can rate, review, and subscribe. Give us money on Patreon to get exclusive bonus episodes and other cool shit.

Today on the show I speak with keyboardist/producer/songwriter - Matthew Robert Fink - aka 'Dr Fink.Dr Fink is a Minnesota based musician who rose to a 'Purple Rain' of fame as a member of Prince's band 'The Revolution. He is a three time Grammy Award Winner, three time American Music Award winner and has received numerous RIAA awards for his work as a musician. In addition to his involvement with 'The Revolution', Dr Fink also worked with other 'Prince' projects including - The Time, Vanity 6 and Jill Jones. He has also worked on music for/with The Rembrandts, Steve Nathan and Lipps Inc.Now days Dr Fink works mostly as a producer and songwriter, as well as an advisor for K-Tel Records, but can still be seen performing when 'The Revolution' do reunion shows or as part of ST Paul and The Funk All Stars band (another project made up predominantly of Prince alumni).During our conversation, Dr Fink and I talk about his initial Prince audition, Purple Rain, AI, music careers as a whole, touring and even his son I.Am.Max.For more information onDr Fink or his work, please search for him across all socials or visit drfink1980 for his Facebook page.For further information on Travis Marc or 'Musicians-Mentor' website, please visit www.musicians-mentor.com As usual, thanks for checking out the channel and if you're getting anything useful from my content, please feel free to comment, like, share and subscribe, thank you. Additionally, for those interested - you can support this channel by - 'Buying Us Coffee'. https://buymeacoffee.com/musiciansmentor Or visiting our affiliate page with the lovely folks over at - 'Soundbrenner'. https://www.soundbrenner.com/TRAVISMARCSB

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Ad-Free NME, Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here:⁠ ⁠⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠The Notorious Mass Effect segment dives deep into the highly anticipated posthumous release of “We Don't Get Along” by Juice WRLD and Marshmello, set to drop on March 6, 2026. As Analytic Dreamz, I break down this emotional emo-rap and melodic trap collaboration that blends Juice WRLD's signature vulnerability with Marshmello's polished electronic production, featuring synth layers, chord progressions, and the iconic “Mello made it right” tag.Juice WRLD (Jarad Higgins, 1998–2019), the pioneer of emo-rap's mainstream rise, continues his active posthumous catalog with themes of post-breakup helplessness, emotional disconnect, temptation, and pain-driven reflection—hallmarks of his freestyle delivery and relationship turmoil narratives. Marshmello, known for EDM-hip-hop crossovers, previously collaborated with Juice on “Come & Go” and confirmed at least 8 unreleased tracks from their sessions.After years of snippets leaking across Discord, Reddit, and YouTube—plus a major 2024 preview during Marshmello's Kai Cenat livestream—this “finally official” track arrives with massive built-in anticipation from the #999 fanbase. The official rollout includes TikTok teasers, storytelling from Marshmello on their meeting and sessions, Instagram announcements from the Juice WRLD estate, new cover art, and coverage across RapTV, EDM.com, and major platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, TikTok, X, and Reddit.With Juice WRLD's catalog boasting 120 million RIAA-certified units—placing him among the top rappers ever—this release taps into his strong commercial legacy, Marshmello's crossover appeal, and viral potential for streaming spikes and playlist placements. Fans speculate on an EP featuring remaining collaborations like “Soda Pop.”Tune in as Analytic Dreamz analyzes the sonic profile, market expectations, and what this means for Juice WRLD's ongoing posthumous wave of high-emotion hybrids.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/exclusive-contentPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Indigenous Cultural Heritage Protection: Investor Risk, Responsibility & First Nations-Led Governance | The Greener WayThis week on The Greener Way, host Michelle Baltazar speaks with Kado Muir, chair of the National Native Title Council ahead of the RIAA Conference in May where Muir is one of the panelists on a session titled, “Indigenous Cultural Heritage Protection: Investor Risk and Responsibility”.Muir argues that tools already exist to protect indigenous heritage, but incentives and governance are lacking, including too few First Nations people in decision-making roles and boards.He urges investors and governments to screen risks, work with First Nations governance institutions, and make cultural heritage protection a non-negotiable in boardroom discussions.02:20 Responsible investment steps03:46 Scorecards and governance gaps06:46 Real world liability examples11:45 Native title and investor risk15:53 Building a virtuous cycle17:50 Standardising with First Nations19:05 Board representation is a blind spot22:21 Five years after Juukan Gorge23:40 Progress and podcast wrap02:20 Responsible investment steps03:46 Scorecards and governance gaps06:46 Real world liability examples11:45 Native title and investor risk15:53 Building a virtuous cycle19:05 Board representation blind spot22:21 Five years after Juukan23:40 Positive note and wrapLinks:https://www.kadomuir.com.au/Podcast: My culture story with Kado MuirThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

Taylor Dayne was born Leslie Wunderman on March 7, 1962. She is an American singer who rose to fame when her first two albums were both certified 2xPlatinum by the RIAA.

Our guest this week on the Working Songwriter originally hails from Virginia, but made his bones in the bustling hip-hop scene of Atlanta. Yung Lan began producing tracks on his laptop as a novice with no ties to the formal music business. Signing a modest publishing deal got him in the room with some hip hop luminaries, and he seized the opportunity. His first success came when one of his songs made it onto Fetty Wap's self-titled album, which went platinum. He has since gone on to work with Nicki Minaj, Lil Wayne, Kevin Gates, and many others. Yung Lan's work on Morgan Wallen's song "Cowgirls" won him a BMI Country Award. All told, his songs placed with different artists have amassed over 6 billion streams and he's contributed to 30 albums with RIAA certifications. I got a chance to catch up with Yung Lan a few months back to hear about his musical journey so far. Interested in sponsoring us? Contact BGS: https://bit.ly/sponsorBGSpods 

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠The latest segment of Notorious Mass Effect dives deep into NBA YoungBoy's ninth studio album, Slime Cry, released January 16, 2026, via Never Broke Again and Motown Records. As one of the most prolific and commercially dominant rappers today, YoungBoy delivers a 30-track project packed with raw emotion, gritty storytelling, and standout features including “Teary Eyes” with Burna Boy and “Devil Go Away” with Jelly Roll.Analytic Dreamz breaks down the album's performance: a strong Billboard 200 debut at #6 with approximately 70,000 first-week equivalent units (close to pre-release projections of 73,000–75,000), driven primarily by streaming amid competition from A$AP Rocky's #1 Don't Be Dumb. This marks YoungBoy's biggest first-week debut in over three years and reinforces his chart consistency.Explore historic milestones: 17 Top 10 Billboard 200 albums (tied with Drake for second-most by a rapper), 126 RIAA-certified titles (most for any rapper ever), youngest artist with 100 Hot 100 entries, and ownership of 100% of his masters. The MASA Tour grossed over $70 million from 42 shows and ~500,000 tickets sold, ranking among hip-hop's top-grossing U.S. tours.Additional coverage includes official music videos for tracks like “Creep Up On Ya,” “Switches,” “For You,” “Resume,” and “Baby Boo” (sparking a viral TikTok challenge), plus YoungBoy's expanding ventures in film with a forthcoming concert documentary directed by Nico Ballesteros, headlining Rolling Loud 2026, and awards recognition from ASCAP, BET Hip Hop nods, and more.Analytic Dreamz examines how Slime Cry solidifies NBA YoungBoy's status as a streaming powerhouse and cultural force, blending personal reflection with undeniable commercial impact in his relentless career trajectory.Tune in to Notorious Mass Effect for this detailed analysis from Analytic Dreamz on one of 2026's key hip-hop releases. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

pWotD Episode 3194: Nicki Minaj Welcome to popular Wiki of the Day, spotlighting Wikipedia's most visited pages, giving you a peek into what the world is curious about today.With 227,431 views on Thursday, 29 January 2026 our article of the day is Nicki Minaj.Onika Tanya Maraj-Petty (born December 8, 1982), known professionally as Nicki Minaj ( NIK-ee min-AHZH), is a Trinidadian rapper, singer, and songwriter. Dubbed the "Queen of Rap", she is noted for her animated rap flow, musical versatility, and alter egos. Minaj began rapping professionally in the early 2000s and gained recognition with her three mixtapes between 2007 and 2009. Minaj's debut studio album, Pink Friday (2010), opened with the largest female rap album sales week of the 21st century and spawned the single "Super Bass". She explored dance-pop on her second US number-one album, Pink Friday: Roman Reloaded (2012), which produced the single "Starships". She returned to her hip-hop roots with The Pinkprint (2014) and Queen (2018), which yielded the singles "Anaconda" and "Chun-Li". Minaj achieved her first Billboard Hot 100 number-one singles in 2020 with Doja Cat's "Say So" and 6ix9ine's "Trollz". Her fifth album, Pink Friday 2 (2023), made her the female rapper with the most US number-one albums (three) and spawned her first solo US number-one single, "Super Freaky Girl". Its concert tour became the highest-grossing by a female rapper.Minaj is one of the world's best-selling music artists and the best-selling female rapper, with over 100 million records sold. She has over 54 million certified singles sold in the US and three diamond-certified singles by the RIAA. Her various accolades include a Brit Award, five Billboard Music Awards, nine American Music Awards and eight MTV Video Music Awards (including the Vanguard Award). Time named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2016.Minaj founded the record label imprint Heavy On It in 2023. Outside of music, her other endeavors include a fragrance line, a press on nails line, a Loci sneakers collection, and the radio show Queen Radio (2018–2023). She has also voice acted in the animated films Ice Age: Continental Drift (2012) and The Angry Birds Movie 2 (2019), and acted in the comedy films The Other Woman (2014) and Barbershop: The Next Cut (2016). On television, she served as a judge on the twelfth season of American Idol (2013). Her outspoken views have received significant media attention.This recording reflects the Wikipedia text as of 02:07 UTC on Friday, 30 January 2026.For the full current version of the article, see Nicki Minaj on Wikipedia.This podcast uses content from Wikipedia under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License.Visit our archives at wikioftheday.com and subscribe to stay updated on new episodes.Follow us on Mastodon at @wikioftheday@masto.ai.Also check out Curmudgeon's Corner, a current events podcast.Until next time, I'm neural Salli.

MUSICMaynard James Keenan, the lead vocalist of Tool, A Perfect Circle, and Puscifer, expressed on Steve-O's podcast that he now considers the song "4°" from Tool's 1993 album "Undertow" to be "stupid" due to its lyrics. https://loudwire.com/maynard-james-keenan-tool-song-stupid/ The Eagles' album "Their Greatest Hits 1971-1975" has become the first to achieve quadruple diamond certification from the RIAA, indicating over 40 million units sold. https://www.the-independent.com/arts-entertainment/music/news/the-eagles-greatest-hits-album-b2905358.html Metallica have teamed up with Dr. Martens for a new line of shoes. The 1460 boot uses artwork from the band's 1988 Damaged Justice tour and the 1461 shoe features artwork from the 1986 Damage Inc. tour. Both go on sale January 29th. TVFormer Real Housewife Bethenny Frankel has stage 2 kidney disease. According to Page Six, https://pagesix.com/2026/01/22/celebrity-news/bethenny-frankel-announces-stage-2-kidney-disease-diagnosis/ Gwyneth Paltrow recently shared her strategies for managing anxiety during an Instagram AMA (Ask Me Anything). https://people.com/gwyneth-paltrow-gives-her-advice-for-managing-anxiety-shouting-at-the-bushes-it-helps-11890157 AND FINALLYNominations for the 98th Academy Awards are out!Actors Danielle Brooks and Lewis Pullman revealed the nominees. Sinners received 16 nominations; a record-breaking nomination count for the most in Academy Awards history. The supernatural thriller received nominations for best picture; director (Ryan Coogler); actor (Michael B. Jordan); supporting actress (Wunmi Mosaku); actor in a supporting role (Delroy Lindo); and original screenplay. Timothée Chalamet is 30 years and 26 days old, Chalamet just became the youngest male actor to receive three Oscar nominations since Marlon Brando, who achieved this feat at age 29 in 1954. Steven Spielberg has broken his own record for the most Oscar nominations as a producer, bringing his total to 14 with the nomination for Best Picture for the film "Hamnet." One Battle After Another received 13 nods, including Best Picture.The Snubs:The Cold Shoulder: The Biggest Snubs of the 2026 Oscar NominationsThe Wicked Witch of the West... Gone?The biggest shocker of the morning has to be the complete erasure of Wicked: For Good. Just last year, the first installment picked up 10 nominations. This year? Zero. Zilch.Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, who were both nominated for the first film, were completely shut out of the acting categories. Even the music branch turned its back on the franchise, ignoring the two new songs written specifically for the film. It seems the magic ran out for the sequel.Paul Mescal's Shakespearean TragedyIf you were betting on Paul Mescal picking up a nomination for playing William Shakespeare in Hamnet, you lost money today. While the film itself did well—and his co-star Jessie Buckley secured a nomination—Mescal was noticeably absent from the list. It's a tough break for an actor who has been a darling of the awards circuit lately.The Strange Case of Chase InfinitiHere is a genuine head-scratcher: One Battle After Another is a massive favorite, racking up 13 nominations. Yet, its breakout lead actress, Chase Infiniti, didn't make the cut. Some insiders think her limited screen time (she's in the movie for about 30 minutes) might have hurt her chances, but considering she's the heart of the film, her absence in the Best Actress category is glaring.Guillermo del Toro Gets the "Argo" TreatmentThe Academy clearly loved Netflix's Frankenstein—it scored nine nominations, including Best Picture. But they apparently didn't love Guillermo del Toro quite enough to give him a Best Director nod. The Directors branch is notoriously finicky, and this year, they left the beloved filmmaker off the list.Blockbuster FatigueAvatar: Fire and Ash failed to secure a Best Picture nomination, a category the previous two films sailed into easily. It seems voters might finally be feeling some Pandora fatigue.Star Power Didn't Save ThemBeing an A-lister didn't help anyone this morning.George Clooney & Adam Sandler: Their film Jay Kelly was completely shut out. Usually, a Noah Baumbach movie is catnip for voters, but this one came up empty.Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson: Despite a serious campaign for his dramatic turn in The Smashing Machine, he couldn't crack the lineup.Jennifer Lawrence: She gave a ferocious performance in Die My Love, but the film was likely too gritty and indie for the broader voting body.The show, hosted by Conan O'Brien, airs live on ABC on March 15th. Here are the nominees:Best PictureBugoniaF1FrankensteinHamnetMarty SupremeOne Battle After AnotherThe Secret AgentSentimental ValueSinnersTrain DreamsBest DirectorChloé Zhao - HamnetJosh Safdie - Marty SupremePaul Thomas Anderson - One Battle After AnotherJoachim Trier - Sentimental ValueRyan Coogler - SinnersBest ActorTimothée Chalamet - Marty SupremeLeonardo DiCaprio - One Battle After AnotherEthan Hawke - Blue MoonMichael B. Jordan - SinnersWagner Moura - The Secret AgentBest ActressJessie Buckley - HamnetRose Byrne - If I Had Legs I'd Kick YouKate Hudson - Song Sung BlueRenate Reinsve - Sentimental ValueEmma Stone - BugoniaBest Supporting ActorBenicio del Toro - One Battle After AnotherJacob Elordi - FrankensteinDelroy Lindo - SinnersSean Penn - One Battle After AnotherStellan Skarsgård - Sentimental ValueBest Supporting ActressElle Fanning - Sentimental ValueInga Ibsdotter Lilleaas - Sentimental ValueAmy Madigan - WeaponsWunmi Mosaku - SinnersTeyana Taylor - One Battle After AnotherAND THAT IS YOUR CRAP ON CELEBRITIES!

Music Business Legend Reveals Why Artists MUST Own Their Music in 2026 Join us for a game-changing conversation with legendary music executive Terry McBride, CEO of Nettwerk Music Group. Terry reveals how an outsider perspective, artist ownership, and building music communities are redefining success in the streaming age. From his battles with the RIAA to the rise of AI and the next generation of music marketing, get insider strategies you can use right now. Don't miss this deep dive into music business, artist community, and the power of staying authentic!

The Bad Speakers are back with another ignorantly intelligent, no-holds-barred episode where hip-hop, sports, relationships, and pure chaos collide.

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠In this segment of Notorious Mass Effect, Analytic Dreamz delivers a detailed analytical breakdown of Luke Combs' heartfelt focus track “Sleepless In a Hotel Room,” released January 7, 2026, via Sony Music Nashville—the emotional lead-in to his sixth studio album The Way I Am, arriving March 20, 2026.Co-written by Combs, Randy Montana, and Jonathan Singleton, the song originated over six years ago while Combs missed his wife Nicole Hocking (pre-marriage). The demo stayed largely unchanged, capturing raw longing and emotional distance on the road—interpretable as love/absence or post-breakup yearning, with ambiguous references to “our bedroom.” Produced by Combs, Singleton, and Chip Matthews, it explores the dual realities of home life versus touring life across the 22-track album, alongside prior releases like “My Kinda Saturday Night,” “Days Like These,” “15 Minutes,” “Giving Her Away,” and the No. 1 “Back in the Saddle” (his 19th career No. 1 on Billboard Country Airplay, extending his record streak).Combs holds historic milestones: first country artist to headline Bonnaroo, Lollapalooza, Austin City Limits, Newport Folk, and New Orleans JazzFest; four Diamond-certified singles (RIAA record); two songs over 1 billion Spotify streams; highest RIAA-certified country artist ever (168 million units); and most consecutive No. 1s at country radio. Fathers & Sons (2024) peaked No. 2 on Top Country Albums, maintaining his streak of top-2 debuts.The My Kinda Saturday Night Tour launches March 21, 2026, at Allegiant Stadium (Las Vegas), with U.S. finale May 16 at Lambeau Field (Green Bay), plus international legs including three nights at Wembley Stadium (London), two at Scottish Gas Murrayfield (Edinburgh), two at Slane Castle (Ireland), and stops at Notre Dame Stadium, Neyland Stadium, Ohio Stadium, and more across Canada and Europe—many sold-out.With his third child expected winter 2026, this introspective release builds on Fathers & Sons' family focus. Analytic Dreamz examines how “Sleepless In a Hotel Room” serves as a long-gestating fan favorite, thematic gateway to the album's personal narratives, and aligns with Combs' genre-transcending dominance—blending intimate storytelling with stadium-scale reach amid massive streaming, radio, and touring momentum.Join Analytic Dreamz for this no-fluff, data-driven deep dive into one of country music's biggest 2026 setups. Stream “Sleepless In a Hotel Room” now and stay locked in for more Notorious Mass Effect.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Happy New Year, fellow vinylists! Back with another contribution to Vinyl Community Podcasts, host David Bianco of the YouTube channel Safe & Sound Texas Audio Excursion shares an interview conducted with the venerable mastering and audio engineer Kevin Gray.  Kevin has mastered music for every major label in every genre, including pop, rock, jazz, classical, adult contemporary, alternative, punk, heavy metal, contemporary Christian, new age, gothic, world ethnic, disco, dance, soul, blues, and hip-hop / rap. In addition, Kevin has to his credit more than a hundred top ten and Grammy award winning records, and dozens of RIAA certified gold and platinum albums and singles. In this interview he shares integral parts of his journey to becoming a premier audio mastering engineer, beginning way back at the age of eighteen to the present day with the business he operates, Cohearent Audio. You'll hear about mentors in Kevin's career along the way, the importance of plating in the record production process, his thoughts on half-speed mastering and lacquer availability, and additional insights into the full chain process of bringing a recording to life on the vinyl format. Sit back and adjust those audio devices to their preferred settings, your tray tables upward, and relax as David is proud to bring another Audio Excursion to the Vinyl Community here on Vinyl Community Podcasts!   For more on David Bianco (Safe & Sound Texas Audio Excursion): https://www.youtube.com/@SafeAndSoundTXAudioExcursion Please join David every Monday on his YouTube channel for "The Audio Quest", a livestream discussing the latest news in gear, releases, and topics keen to the auditorily inclined. 

The biggest country hits of 2025 tell a story the charts won't say out loud: radio still gives men the mic. We dig into the top spins, trace the patterns behind programming decisions, and ask whether “audience demand” is real taste or a habit formed by gatekeepers. From Morgan Wallen's multi-track dominance to a rare female breakout, we map how rotation rules, label strategies, and collaboration trends keep certain voices front and center while others fight uphill.We also widen the lens beyond airplay. Miranda Lambert's new unscripted series brings her storytelling grit to TV, proving artists can grow cultural impact even when radio lanes narrow. Bailey Zimmerman's viral generosity toward his mom, Jesse Keith Whitley's hard restart, and the passing of Opry great Stu Phillips remind us why country resonates: real stakes, real lives, and communities that show up. Add in a spirited debate on performance and vocal power—a live bracket spanning Freddie Mercury, Steve Perry, Prince, and Geoff Tate—and we hit the sweet spot where craft and showmanship meet legacy and data. Spoiler: a theatrical rock titan takes the crown.You'll also get a clear explainer on RIAA certifications, a peek into Cody Johnson's authenticity test for outside cuts, quick-hit chart rundowns across country and indie lanes, and a stack of listener questions on A&R, artist development costs, and the manager roles that actually move careers. We keep it candid, practical, and human—equal parts industry intel and fan-heart fuel.If this conversation challenged your assumptions or gave you something worth sharing, tap follow, send it to a friend, and leave a quick review. Tell us: who deserves more spins, and who's your all-time lead singer? Your take might kick off next week's bracket.Episode LinksScotty Simpson: https://jayfranze.com/episode3/Bob Bullock: https://jayfranze.com/episode28/Dave Jackson: https://jayfranze.com/episode53/William Lee Golden: https://jayfranze.com/episode72/Billie Jo Jones: https://jayfranze.com/episode98/Dalila Mya: Send us a text Support the showLinks Jay Franze: https://jayfranze.com/ JFS Country Countdown: https://jayfranze.com/countdown/ Contact Contact: https://jayfranze.com/contact/ Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayfranze TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jayfranze X: https://x.com/jayfranze YouTube: https://youtube.com/@jayfranze Services Services: https://jayfranze.com/services/ Books Books: https://jayfranze.com/books/ Merchandise Merchandise: https://jayfranze.com/merchandise/ Support Support: https://jayfranze.com/support/ Sponsor the Show: https://jayfranze.com/sponsor/

2025 has been a milestone year for responsible investing. This week on The Greener Way, host Michelle Baltazar discusses the year that was with Estelle Parker, co-chief executive of the Responsible Investment Association Australasia (RIAA).They discuss the organisation's key achievements and the trends that reshaped the sustainable sector in the year that saw US president Donald Trump reverse key ESG policies. Estelle talks about how nature risks edged out climate risks as the key ESG issue this year and the investment scorecard of sustainable funds. 00:55 Key industry highlights 01:09 Global policy and regulatory developments02:31 Australia's policy shifts and achievements03:59 Addressing greenwashing concerns04:21 Nature risks and investment opportunities05:53 RIAA's engagement and committees06:10 US political impact on ESG07:44 Resilience of responsible investment markets08:52 RIAA's 2025 milestones11:34 Looking ahead to 2026 This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

It is an honor and a privilege to welcome music producer and songwriter Toby Gad to the first Jake's Take with Jacob Elyachar Podcast Holiday Special!  Toby began his career in the late 1980s, when he and his brother Jens had three of their songs featured on controversial music duo Milli Vanilli's European debut and multi-platinum album, All or Nothing. Because of the songs' success, Milli Vanilli's producer Frank Farian produced the brothers' 1990 debut album, NRG. That same year, Toby met Jacqueline Nemorin, and a 10-year collaboration began with 1992's Creole Dance and continued with 1995's Mission of Love and the title song for Neverending Story III.  Following success in Germany, Toby left for the United States. He opened Strawberrybee studio in Midtown Manhattan and co-wrote “Unspoken” with Madeline Stone and O. Hatch for Christian platinum artist Jaci Velasquez. The song stayed on the Christian Billboard Top 20 Singles chart for half a year.  In 2003, Toby produced and co-wrote “A Toast to Men” for Willa Ford, and two years later, developed, produced, and co-wrote Kaci Brown's Interscope Records debut, Instigator. He also produced and co-wrote songs for Ricky Martin and the Veronicas.  In 2008, his career shifted into high gear after Fergie released a song they co-wrote, “Big Girls Don't Cry.” The song went 4x platinum and peaked at the number one position on the US Billboard Hot 100. He also co-wrote and co-produced Beyoncé's “If I Were A Boy,” which went 2x platinum and peaked at number three on the US Billboard Hot 100. He continued to write massive hits for Calum Scott (“No Matter What”), Demi Lovato (“Skyscraper”), Jessie J (“Who You Are”), Josh Groban (“River”), Leona Lewis (“Fire Under My Feet'), and Madonna (“Bitch, I'm Madonna” and “Living for Love”).  One of his massive hits was John Legend's “All of Me,” which earned RIAA's 13x Diamond (Highest Certified RIAA Single in History) and won Grammy, Soul Train, and NAACP Awards.  Recently, Toby Gad released his first holiday studio album, Piano Diaries Christmas. The album features original songs co-written with an all-star group of recording artists. Anthony Gargiula, Gavin James, Huntley, Joelle James, Jordin Sparks, Loren Allred, Marisha Wallace, Sam Ryder, and Victoria Justice are some of the talented vocalists who are featured on the record.    When he is not in the recording studio, Toby is also the host of the Songs You Know Podcast. In each episode, Toby and his guests uncover the tales, creative processes, and moments of magic that brought iconic songs you know and love to life. Previous guests include Billy Steinberg, Jessie J, Josh Groban, Justin Tranter, Lindy Robbins, Loren Allred, and Marisha Wallace.  On the 2025 holiday special, Toby Gad talked about his songwriting sessions with Beyonce and Demi Lovato, writing “All of Me” with John Legend, the moment he swore at the Queen of Pop, and previewed Piano Diaries Christmas. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/jake-s-take-with-jacob-elyachar--4112003/support.

It is with heavy hearts that we present this week's episode as a tribute to Paul Daniel "Ace" Frehley. The rock 'n' roll icon, legendary guitar god, and former KISS guitarist, passed away on October 16, 2025, after suffering a fall in his home studio weeks earlier. Kevin has a profound connection to KISS and Ace as a lifelong fan and proud member of the KISS Army. While not an obscure artist by any means (the Rock & Roll Hall of Famer had 10 gold records, 5 multi-platinum records with KISS, and a platinum solo album), the duo tries to share some lesser-known songs, including a few crazy guest appearances. Excuse Kevin's extensive ramblings about the great Space Ace, but this loss was hard, and the tribute is necessary. Ace was a true character, who played a character, and played with character. A genuine original. A true rock star.New to InObscuria? Typically, what we do is exhume obscure Rock n' Punk n' Metal in one of 3 categories: the Lost, the Forgotten, or the Should Have Beens. In the case of this particular episode, we are leaning towards the FORGOTTEN. Although a member of a band that holds the RIAA distinction of having the most gold-certified albums overall by any American band is hardly forgotten… In any case, we are paying tribute to one of the greatest guitarists of all time! Rest In Peace, Ace. There will never be another like you!Songs this week include:Criss – “Bad Attitude (feat. Ace Frehley)” from Cat #1(1994)Anton Fig – “Know Where You Go (feat. Ace Frehley & Sebastian Bach)” from Figments (2002)Ace Frehley – “The Girl Can't Dance” from The Girl Can't Dance Demo (1983)Wendy O. Williams – “Bump And Grind” from W.O.W. (1984)Ace Frehley & Kris Randall – “Rise Up (Back From The Grave)” from Rise Up (Back From The Grave) - Single (2014)Chris Cassone – “Never Too Hot (with Ace Frehley)” from The BBQ All Stars (2013)ESP – “Foxy Lady” from Lost And Spaced (1998)Satin – “The Magic Kiss Medley” from Gods Of Thunder: A Norwegian Tribute To KISS (2005)Please subscribe everywhere that you listen to podcasts!Visit us: https://inobscuria.com/https://www.facebook.com/InObscuriahttps://x.com/inobscuriahttps://www.instagram.com/inobscuria/Buy cool stuff with our logo on it: InObscuria StoreIf you'd like to check out Kevin's band THE SWEAR, take a listen on all streaming services or pick up a digital copy of their latest release here: https://theswear.bandcamp.com/If you want to hear Robert and Kevin's band from the late 90s – early 00s BIG JACK PNEUMATIC, check it out here: https://bigjackpnuematic.bandcamp.com/Check out Robert's amazing fire sculptures and metal workings here: http://flamewerx.com/

Welcome to Only in OK Show! Today, we dive into the wild true story of the 50-foot leg lamp in Chickasha, Oklahoma. We interview filmmaker Reagan Elkins, creator of the new documentary Fragile, which explores the community pride, the controversy, the local artist connection, and the legal battle surrounding this viral roadside attraction. Then, we celebrate Oklahoma native Carrie Underwood's monumental achievement of becoming the highest RIAA-certified female country artist of all time, surpassing 95 million certified units! A true Oklahoma powerhouse. Watch the doc: fragiledocumentary.com #OnlyInOK #OklahomaPodcast #Documentary #NewRelease #LegLamp #AChristmasStory #FragileDoc #ChickashaOK #RoadsideAttraction #SmallTownDrama #CarrieUnderwood #CountryMusic #RIAARecord #BeforeHeCheats #OklahomaNative

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠Segment 155 of Notorious Mass Effect by Analytic Dreamz delivers the complete breakdown of NF's highly anticipated FEAR EP, dropping tomorrow, November 14, 2025. Analytic Dreamz dives deep into all six tracks—including the digital-exclusive “WHO I WAS” featuring mgk and “SORRY” with James Arthur—while examining the return of Fear as the final antagonist in NF's decade-long cinematic storyline. This episode explores the burning-mansion symbolism, the closure of the “mansion” concept that began in 2015, and how Nathan Feuerstein confronts captivity, trauma, and emotional reckoning through introspective, profanity-free hip-hop. With NF's career boasting over 55 billion global streams, 62 RIAA certifications (28 Platinum, 34 Gold), and 1.25 million tickets sold on the HOPE world tour, Analytic Dreamz analyzes why FEAR arrives as one of 2025's most personal and cinematic rap releases. Essential listening for fans awaiting NF's first project in over two years.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Released in 1978 on the Pickwick label, at first glance the budget album "Mahalo from Elvis" could have seemed like any number of other slapdash repackaging of old recordings in the wake of Elvis's death. However "Mahalo" not only represented the first official release of the five post-show songs from "Aloha from Hawaii" filmed for inclusion in the continental US broadcast, but had originally been compiled by RCA's Joan Deary for release in late 1973.  As an album that could have potentially been part of the lifetime canon of Elvis's album releases, has "Mahalo" been overlooked? Eventually certified Gold by the RIAA, many later-generation fans - including Justin - had it in their vinyl collection early on as a formative part of their Elvis musical experience. Bec and Justin decided to revisit the record and see how it holds up. For Song of the Week, Bec takes the baton from Olivia pick last week, highlighting another Don Robertson-penned number, the stunning "There's Always Me" from 1961. Justin, on the other hand, tries really hard not to let the potential for innuendo get out of hand as he digs into what sets Elvis's version of the country weeper "It Ain't No Big Thing (But It's Growing)" apart from numerous others before and after his.  If you enjoy TCBCast, please consider supporting us with a donation at Patreon.com/TCBCast. Your support allows us to continue to provide thoughtful, provocative, challenging and well-researched perspectives on Elvis's career, his peers and influences, and his cultural impact and legacy.

Why This Episode Matters:DJ Grumble's story flips the myth of the “tortured full-time artist” on its head. A medicinal chemist by training, he treats his beat-making with the same rigor as a lab experiment, balancing structure and spontaneity while managing a startup, research deadlines, and a thriving music catalog. His journey shows that creativity and discipline aren't opposites; they're two sides of the same molecule.Explore the Stories Behind the BeatsLove diving into the stories behind the beats? Subscribe to ProducerHead and join producers and creatives exploring the ideas, habits, and inspiration that drive great music.Who is DJ Grumble:Producer, DJ, and chemist. Known for a massive catalog of soulful, sample-based beats, DJ Grumble built a cult following through SoundCloud, YouTube, and Bandcamp. DJ Grumble has produced tracks for RIAA-certified gold and platinum artists such as Ari Lennox and Surfaces, and his work has been featured in TV shows, movies, and video games, all while holding a PhD-level background in nano-medicine and now serving as co-founder of a cancer biotech startup in the Bay Area.What We Dive Into:* Parallels between scientific experimentation and sampling* Managing expectations and finding work-life balance* How to release fearlessly and build a catalog that compounds* The “quantity vs. quality” myth and the power of consistency* Business 101 for producers: PROs, SongTrust, and royalties* Collaboration, taste, and why addition is often subtraction* Merging two worlds: creativity and chemistryThree Key Takeaways:* Consistency > Perfection: Grumble's catalog exploded when he stopped over-editing and started releasing — one beat every week. He learned that fans, not artists, decide what hits.* Science and Sound Share the Same DNA: Sampling and chemistry both start with raw materials and transform them through experimentation. Grumble's scientific mindset fuels his musical process.* Manage Your Expectations: Whether it's the lab or the music business, results take time. Success compounds slowly — and you can only collect on your creativity if you understand the systems that pay you.Before You Go:What's your version of the “lab?” The place where you put in steady, focused work that no one sees? Take a page from Grumble's book: set aside even 30 minutes a day to experiment, release without fear, and let time and repetition refine your craft.Chapters:0:00 – Intro0:27 – From chemistry to beats2:12 – Parallels between science and sampling5:48 – Balancing lab work and creativity7:53 – Quantity vs. quality mindset9:21 – Sharing music fearlessly13:31 – Free beats and virality14:22 – Optimism and managing expectations19:37 – Business 101: royalties, PROs, and SongTrust28:00 – Catalog strategy and viral growth32:26 – Collaboration and cross-pollination35:22 – Being objective and learning from failure40:28 – Shortcut tools, taste, and Tracklib50:03 – Can you teach taste?53:25 – Advice for upcoming producers55:07 – Motivation, obligation, and gratitude57:09 – Upcoming projects and vinyl reissues58:43 – Favorite gear and plugins1:21:04 – Habits that sabotage creativity1:25:12 – Work-life balance and “palate cleanse”1:28:10 – What people misunderstand about the industry1:30:48 – Movies, books, and advice1:39:33 – Books every producer should read1:42:34 – Integrating both lives: lab + music1:46:22 – Knowing when a beat is finished1:49:20 – Closing thoughtsList of References from the Interview:Songs / Artists:* MF DOOM & Madlib – Madvillainy* J Dilla – Donuts* Pete Rock – PetestrumentalsBooks / Authors / Podcasts:* Perennial Seller by Ryan Holiday* Atomic Habits by James Clear* Scratch (documentary by Doug Pray)* Roald Dahl* Hatchet by Gary PaulsenProducts / Gear:* Player Pro by Quadmation (DAW)* Pioneer CDJ-800* Pioneer DVJ-X1* Casio RZ-1 Sampler* Tracklib* North Pole VST* Room Machine 844* RubyTube pluginsConnect with DJ Grumble:* YouTube: @dj_grumble* Instagram: @djgrumble* Spotify: DJ Grumble* Apple Music: DJ GrumbleConnect with Toru:* Website: torubeat.com* Instagram: @torubeat* YouTube: @torubeat* Spotify: Toru* Apple Music: ToruCredits:This episode was co-produced, engineered and edited by Matthew Diaz. From ProducerHead, this is Toru, and in a way, so are you. Peace. Get full access to ProducerHead at producerhead.substack.com/subscribe

Napster fue una plataforma pionera de intercambio de archivos creada en 1999 que permitió a millones de usuarios compartir música de forma gratuita a través de internet. Su innovador modelo revolucionó la industria musical, pero también generó una serie de demandas por violación de derechos de autor, encabezadas por artistas y discográficas como Metallica, Dr. Dre y la RIAA. Los procesos legales culminaron con su cierre en 2001, marcando un antes y un después en la distribución digital de música y dando inicio a una nueva era en la forma de consumir contenidos en línea.

Quake discusses the updates on Foolio's murder trial, Lil Durk's affiliate THF Bayzoo getting shot & killed, LUCKI getting sued by Empire for alleged contract breach, a woman insisting she's Eminem's wife during restaurant arrest, Kevin Gates getting accused of abandoning his family while splurging his money, Drake breaking more RIAA records and much more.(00:00) - Intro(00:46) - Updates On Foolio's Murder Trial(13:01) - Lil Durk Affiliate THF Bayzoo Shot & Killed In Chicago(19:17) - LUCKI Sued By Empire For Alleged Contract Breach(31:06) - Cash Money vs No Limit VERZUZ Review(38:37) - Woman Insists She's Eminem's Wife During Restaurant Arrest(40:49) - Kevin Gates Accused Of Abandoning Family While Splurging His Money(45:21) - Drake Breaks More RIAA Records(55:42) - Joe Budden's Ish Says 50 Cent Didn't Have Anyone To Compete With When He Was On Top(01:04:19) - New Music(01:04:49) - Album Sales

We're celebrating our 10th anniversary all year by digging in the vaults to re-present classic episodes with fresh commentary. Today, we're revisiting our 2022 conversation with Roland Orzabal. ABOUT ROLAND ORZABAL AND TEARS FOR FEARS:Roland Orzabal and Curt Smith formed Tears for Fears in Bath, England, in 1981 and have gone on to sell 30 million albums worldwide. Their major breakthrough in the UK came in 1982 with the Top 5 single “Mad World” and the subsequent platinum-selling album The Hurting. They gained major steam in the US with their sophomore album Songs From the Big Chair, which included the hit singles “Everybody Wants to Rule the World,” “Shout,” and “Head Over Heels.” Featured in the book 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die, Songs From the Big Chair reached #1 and was certified five times Platinum by the RIAA. Tears for Fears' follow-up single “Sowing the Seeds of Love” was another massive hit, but Curt departed the group not long after. Following a couple of albums with Orzabal at the helm, the duo reunited for the Everybody Loves a Happy Ending album in 2004. Now, after a long wait of 17 years, Roland and Curt have just released their seventh studio album The Tipping Point, and are embarking on a major tour. Even as they bring us new music, their legacy is well-established as one of the most unique and influential British groups to emerge in the last few decades. Their songs have been covered or sampled by Gary Jules, Adam Lambert, Lorde, Kanye West, Drake, and many others. And, in 2021, the band was honored with the Outstanding Song Collection honor at the Ivor Novello Awards in London.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week's episode of Off Topic, we cover the latest in country music and social media:Morgan Wallen's new single “Just in Case” climbing to No. 1 on country radioCarrie Underwood's history-making RIAA milestone as the highest-certified female country artist everThe rise of content experimentation—why brands are choosing entertainment over polished feedsPlus, fun viral stories, streaming highlights, and a few offbeat headlines you might have missedWhether you're here for country music news or the latest social media trends, Episode 124 has you covered.

On today's show, we chat with Dan Dean!Dan Dean's love for music and performing began when he started taking piano lessons in the third grade. He involved himself musically in his father's church starting at the age of sixteen and continued to do so until he graduated high school. Upon graduation, he attended Jackson College of Ministries in Jackson, MS before eventually finishing with a BSA from Dallas Baptist University.Dan started pursuing the call of ministry at a very early age and has been a passionate follower of Christ. His life was greatly influenced by his father, his father-in-law, and his four brothers; all of whom have devoted their lives to ministry. Dan himself has been full-time in ministry for the past 49 years. In early 1992, he was invited to join with friends Randy Phillips and Shawn Craig in recording an album for Starsong Records. The first release of their self-title project, Phillips, Craig, and Dean spawned four #1 songs; two on the A/C charts and two on the Inspo chart, and peaked at #13 on the Christian album sales charts. Since that debut project, Phillips, Craig, and Dean have released 13 studio albums, two Christmas albums, and a Hymns and Psalms album. Along the way, the group has garnered 13 Dove Award nominations, and won on four separate occasions, while selling over 2.5 million albums. Their hit single, ‘Revelation Song,' released in 2009, was certified Gold by RIAA, and they have been honored to see over 20 songs top the charts. During this time, Dan has also written or co-written many of the hits recorded by Phillips, Craig, and Dean including ‘Favorite Song of All,' which was nominated for a Dove Award for Contemporary Christian Song of the Year, and ‘I Want to Be Just Like You,' which received a nomination for Inspirational Song of the Year.In January of 2000, Dan and his wife Becky were asked to lead the church they had already been serving for 15 years. In October of 2019, he stepped down from the Lead Pastor role, but continues to be involved in the Heartland faith family. In June of 2025, he and his wife Becky will celebrate 40 years of being partners of Heartland Church.Today, Dan continues to travel and perform as the lead singer of Phillips, Craig, and Dean, but has also stepped into a new chapter by recording a solo album, entitled More. The new project features 11 songs, eight of which he either wrote or co-wrote. More has also allowed him to return to his country roots, where he feels most at home vocally.  In addition to touring with Phillips, Craig, and Dean, Dan looks forward to sharing this new music with audiences across the country at select solo dates.   dandeanofficial.com@danpcdchristianmusicguys.com@christianmusicguys

On today's show, we chat with Cory Asbury!Cory Asbury is a singer-songwriter who began his musical journey in church at the age of 14. He became a full-time performer at 21. His influential album, Reckless Love (2018), topped the Billboard Christian Albums chart and earned him two Dove Awards and a GRAMMY nomination. The album's title track spent 18 weeks at No. 1, earning him accolades from Billboard, ASCAP, and BMI as Christian Song of the Year. The song has also been certified Triple Platinum by RIAA.In 2019, Asbury released his follow-up album, To Love A Fool, which included the single "The Father's House," which has since been certified Gold by RIAA. After relocating to Tennessee with his family, Asbury ventured into new musical territory, incorporating traditional country sounds into his work. In 2023, he released his departure album, Pioneer, featuring songs such as “My Inheritance,” “Misunderstood,” and “These Are The Days.” Asbury and his wife reside in Tennessee with their five children, ages 15 to newborn.Cory's latest single, Cheap Seats, is available now!coryasbury.com@coryasburychristianmusicguys.com@christianmusicguys

Tai Anderson is 4X Grammy Award winner with the Atlanta based rock band Third Day. Every record the released went RIAA gold with the exception of 1. In "contemporary Christian music" that is pretty rare. Tai talks about the early days, Roswell High School, Atlanta venues, recording studios, and his relationship with music. It's cool to see a grateful man talk about a band that means so much to my formidable years. In the spring of 2026 they are going on a 30 city arena tour to commemorate the release of their first record. In tow they are bringing another Grammy Award winner, Zach Williams. Right now, Zach is my favorite artist. Get out next year and go see them. Tell a friend. BBSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Become A Patron Of The Notorious Mass Effect Podcast For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme! Join Our Patreon Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/oPsc50VBOuH⁠Join Analytic Dreamz on Notorious Mass Effect for an in-depth segment on Yeat and BNX's 2025 single Im Yeat. Dive into Yeat's experimental trap and hyperpop sound, blending synthetic beats and meme-driven lyricism. Analytic Dreamz explores the track's TikTok-fueled virality, with hashtags like #ImYeat driving fan engagement, alongside playlist boosts on Spotify's RapCaviar and Apple Music's New Fire. Despite no Billboard Hot 100 or RIAA certifications, Im Yeat thrives on streaming and fan remixes. Unpack its digital-first strategy and impact on internet-native hip-hop culture.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jarrod caught up with Sam Canty of Treaty Oak Revival Revival before their sold out show at Choctaw Casino in Durant, OK. With over 6.4M+ monthly listeners on Spotify and three new gold certifications from the RIAA for “In Between,” “Stop & Stare” and “No Vacancy" the boys are on an absolute heater and they don't show any signs of slowing down. Catch Treaty Oak On Tour: https://treatyoakrevival.com/pages/tour-datesFollow The Jarrod Morris Vibe: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thejarrodmorrisvibeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thejarrodmorrisvibeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejarrodmorrisvibe/Watch the full episode on the new Jarrod Morris Vibe YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheJarrodMorrisVibeWant to hear unreleased music from Jarrod Morris? Early Access To Episodes? Sign Up On Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/jarrodmorrismusic

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Become A Patron Of The Notorious Mass Effect Podcast For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme! Join Our Patreon Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/oPsc50VBOuH⁠ Join Analytic Dreamz on Notorious Mass Effect for a deep dive into Chris Brown's new single “Holy Blindfold,” released June 13, 2025, via Chris Brown Entertainment/RCA Records. Produced by The Monsters & Strangerz, Jonathan Bellion, and Tenroc, this euphoric R&B track explores love's blinding rush. Following his Grammy-winning 11:11 (Deluxe), Brown celebrates his 20th anniversary with the Breezy Bowl XX Tour, kicking off in Amsterdam. With 21 new RIAA certifications and BET/NAACP wins, Brown's legacy shines. Tune in for exclusive insights! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Doug and Kirk discuss some of the things they like and dislike about the current state of audio equipment and the music industry. Help support The Next Track by making regular donations via Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/thenexttrack). We're ad-free and self-sustaining so your support is what keeps us going. Thanks! ‌Show notes RIAA equalization - Wikipedia (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RIAA_equalization) Cable sheathing (https://amzn.to/4mM9f5k) Our next tracks: Traffic: The Low Spark Of High Heeled Boys (https://amzn.to/43EUI2Q) Sonic Youth: Rather Ripped (https://amzn.to/43VAFhT) If you like the show, please subscribe in iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/podcast/the-next-track/id1116242606) or your favorite podcast app, and please rate the podcast.

This week, Armon is joined by Australian-born R&B artist SHRETA. The two begin by diving into the CHAT - Giveon announcing a new project (4:09), Leon Thomas' ‘MUTT Deluxe: HEEL' (5:30), Kendrick Lamar's “Not Like Us” dropping out of the Billboard 100 (9:08), and Drake becoming the first artist in history with 10 RIAA diamond singles (10:52). For the BOARD MEETING (23:43), SHRETA opens up about growing up in Australia, how she got into music, what moving to the United States did for her career, her hit single ‘MESSY,' the creation of her latest self-titled EP, working with Phabo, her future plans, and more! To close, a special segment QUESTIONS DOWN UNDER (1:04:10) and the SLIDE DECK (1:11:53).Subscribe to our Patreon for early access to all episodes - ⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/staybusypod⁠⁠SLIDE DECK"MESSY" - SHRETAStay Busy with Armon Sadler⁠https://www.instagram.com/staybusypod/⁠⁠https://twitter.com/staybusypod⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@staybusypod⁠Armon⁠https://www.instagram.com/armonsadler/⁠⁠https://twitter.com/armonsadler⁠

Walker Hayes is a GRAMMY-nominated country artist and songwriter originally from Mobile, Alabama. He gained national attention in 2021 with “Fancy Like,” which topped the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, became his first No. 1 at country radio, and is now certified 6× Platinum by the RIAA.In this episode, we discuss Walker's unconventional path to success, the impact of “Fancy Like,” balancing faith, family, and music, and many other stops along the way.This episode's "stat of the week" is brought to you by Chartmetric.This episode is also sponsored by The Graphic Guitar Guys. They create eye-catching custom guitar wraps for some of the biggest artists and festivals in the music industry. Their work is perfect for adding a unique touch to album pre-sale bundles or VIP package items—check them out and discover how they can transform a guitar into a show-stopping work of art.New Episodes every Tuesday.Find the host Troy Cartwright on Twitter, Instagram. Social Channels for Ten Year Town:YoutubeFacebookInstagramTwitterTikTokThis podcast was produced by Ben VanMaarth. Intro and Outro music for this episode was composed by Troy Cartwright, Monty Criswell, and Derek George. It is called "Same" and you can listen to it in it's entirety here. Additional music for this episode was composed by Thomas Ventura. Artwork design by Brad Vetter. Creative Direction by Mary Lucille Noah.

We're celebrating our 10th anniversary all year by digging in the vaults to re-present classic episodes with fresh commentary. Today, we're revisiting our 2021 conversation with Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis. ABOUT JIMMY JAM & TERRY LEWISWith 26 Billboard #1 R&B hits and 16 Billboard #1 pop hits to their credit, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis are perhaps the most influential and successful songwriting and production duo in modern music history. With a total of 41 Top 10 hits in the US, Jimmy and Terry were named ASCAP Songwriters of the Year a record-breaking nine times. They are perhaps best known for their work with Janet Jackson, beginning with the Control album, which earned the duo a Grammy for Producer of the Year. Between 1986 and 1994 they scored thirteen #1 songs with Janet on either the R&B or pop chart, including “What Have You Done For Me Lately,” “Nasty,” “When I Think of You,” “Control,” “Let's Wait Awhile,” “Miss You Much,” “Rhythm Nation,” “Escapade” “Love Will Never Do (Without You),” “The Best Things in Life Are Free,” “That's the Way Love Goes,” “Any Time, Any Place,” and “Again,” which earned Jimmy, Terry, and Janet an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Song. Jimmy and Terry got their start as musicians with Morris Day and the Time, the Prince-produced band whose biggest hit was the Jam and Lewis-penned “Jerk Out.” They made the transition to a successful songwriting and production team working with the S.O.S. band, which landed a #2 R&B hit with “Just Be Good to Me.” From there, they made their mark on pop and R&B hits for decades to come. In addition to their work with Jackson, the duo wrote and produced the #1 pop singles “Human” by Human League, “Romantic” by Karyn White, “Thank God I Found You” by Mariah Carey, and the Boyz II Men singles “On Bended Knee” and “4 Seasons of Loneliness.” Additional R&B chart toppers include “Encore” by Cheryl Lynn, “Fake” by Alexander O'Neal, “Everything I Miss at Home” by Cherelle, “Sensitivity” by Ralph Tresvant, and the Johnny Gill singles “Rub You the Right Way” and “Wrap My Body Tight.” Other highlights from their catalog include New Edition's “If It Isn't Love” and “I'm Still in Love With You,” “No More Drama” by Mary J. Blige, Robert Palmer's hit pop cover of their Cherelle single “I Didn't Mean to Turn You On,” and recordings by Gladys Knight & The Pips, Barry White, Michael Jackson, Lionel Richie, Usher, Spice Girls, Aretha Franklin, Charlie Wilson, Ledisi, Sting, Elton John, Beyonce, Rihanna, Rod Stewart, Drake, Kendrick Lamar, Gwen Stefani, Willie Nelson, and many others.Always versatile, the duo has earned Grammy awards for Best R&B Album for Chaka Kahn's Funk This, Best Gospel Song for Yolanda Adams' “Be Blessed,” and Best Dance Recording for Janet Jackson's #1 pop and R&B hit “All For You.” Additional Jackson hits that were written and produced with Jam and Lewis include the Janet and Michael Jackson hit “Scream” and the #1 singles “Together Again,” “I Get Lonely,” “Doesn't Really Matter,” and the Nelly duet “Call On Me.”In total the team has earned over 100 gold, platinum, multi-platinum and diamond album certifications from the RIAA, have received more Producer of the Year Grammy nominations than anyone in history, earned the NAACP Lifetime Achievement Award, and were inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. 

Chris Brown celebrated his 36th birthday by achieving a significant milestone: his hit single "Look At Me Now" has been certified diamond by the RIAA, marking over 10 million units sold and solidifying his status in the music industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a historic moment for the Catholic Church, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of Chicago has been elected as Pope Leo XIV, becoming the first American pontiff. Pope Leo XIV is expected to continue the reformist legacy of his predecessor, Pope Francis. In his inaugural address, he emphasized unity, peace, and the importance of press freedom, calling for the release of imprisoned journalists and advocating for ethical considerations in the digital age Meanwhile, Jay-Z's Roc Nation School of Music at Long Island University is under investigation following reports that students, promised a debt-free education, are facing unexpected financial burdens. The city's consumer protection agency is examining claims that the institution misled students regarding scholarship coverage, leading to significant unanticipated debts. In the entertainment world, Chris Brown celebrated his 36th birthday by achieving a significant milestone: his hit single "Look At Me Now" has been certified diamond by the RIAA, marking over 10 million units sold and solidifying his status in the music industry. Website: https://www.urban1podcasts.com/rickey-smiley-morning-show See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join us for an inspiring episode of Unlocked as we welcome the talented Tauren Wells! In this heartfelt conversation, Tauren shares her journey from working at Barnes & Noble to becoming a celebrated singer-songwriter and author of the new book, Joy Bomb.Discover how Tauren's music has been a source of healing and how his faith has shaped his life and career. We dive deep into the themes of joy, grief, and the importance of being fully known and loved by God. Tauren opens up about his experiences in ministry, the challenges of balancing family life with a thriving career, and the lessons learned along the way.We also discuss the powerful message behind Tauren's book, Joy Bomb, available everywhere May 20th. In it, Tauren details how to find joy amidst life's challenges, the significance of raising children with purpose and love, navigating the complexities of faith, and the importance of community in healing. This was an amazingly uplifting conversation filled with wisdom, laughter, and encouragement! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments!Tauren's book, Joy Bomb, is available everywhere on May 20th!Pre-order it now! -- https://tinyurl.com/bdhmr7c9Thank you to our sponsors for supporting our show!- SONO BELLO: Give yourself the gift of a full body reset! Learn about ONE VISIT Micro Laser Fat Removal. Schedule your FREE consultation. Visit https://www.SonoBello.com/unlocked today!- NUTRAFOL: This Mother's Day, consider Nutrafol - the best-selling hair growth supplement. Our listeners $10 OFF any order! Enjoy free shipping when you subscribe. Go to https://www.nutrafol.com and enter the promo code UNLOCKEDGIFT.- PROGRESSIVE: Join the over 28 million drivers who trust Progressive. Visit us at https://www.progressive.com! Thank you to Progressive for sponsoring the show! (Restrictions apply. Not available in all states and situations.)- GDEFY: Visit https://www.gdefy.com today, and use code UNLOCKED for 30% OFF orders over $120. Text my code UNLOCKED to 91888 for 30% OFF orders over $120. Free shipping. 60-day trial. So if you don't love them? Pain free returns.LET'S BE SOCIAL:Follow Savannah Chrisley:Insta: (https://www.instagram.com/SavannahChrisley)TikTok: (https://www.tiktok.com/@SavannahChrisley)X: (https://www.x.com/_itssavannah_)Follow Tauren Wells:Insta: (https://www.instagram.com/taurenwells)TikTok: (https://www.tiktok.com/@taurenwellsofficial)YouTube: (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl298kDkGWHc4MTjmSu4BAQ)X: (https://x.com/taurenwells)https://www.taurenwells.com/Follow The Unlocked Podcast:Insta: (https://www.instagram.com/UnlockedWithSavannah)TikTok: (https://www.tiktok.com/@UnlockedWithSav)About Tauren Wells:Over the course of nearly a decade, Tauren Wells has quietly galvanized, energized, and inspired audiences worldwide. Among many accolades, he has impressively garnered 10 GRAMMY Award nominations and eight GMA Dove Awards in addition to nods at the Billboard Music Awards, BET Awards, NAACP Image Awards, and more.Gathering 1 billion-plus worldwide streams and nearly half-a-billion views, he has notched seven #1 hits at radio and three consecutive Top 5 debuts on the Billboard Top Christian Albums Chart. His catalog has expanded with two RIAA platinum-certified singles—“Known” and “Hills and Valleys”—and two gold-certified singles, namely “God's Not Done With You” and “Famous For (I Believe).” He has distinguished himself as the rare artist who can collaborate with Academy® Award winner H.E.R. or arena-filling hard rock juggernaut Skillet and Davies. Beyond successful headline tours, he notably joined Lionel Richie and Mariah Carey for a blockbuster run. Not to mention, he has delivered show stopping television performances on Good Morning America.Before the world ever hears a note, reads a word, or witnesses a performance, Tauren always shares his artistry with his wife and children. He doesn't write, sing, or perform in pursuit of success; it's much purer than that. He creates in order to draw his family closer to their collective faith, imparting lasting strength upon them. The same intent underscores his 2025 album, his upcoming literary debut, and the Austin, TX house of worship he co-founded with his wife—Church of Whitestone.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We had the pleasure of interviewing Highly Suspect over Zoom video! Never content to follow, Highly Suspect push rock music forward by trusting their instincts and raising a middle finger to everything else. The multi-GRAMMY® Award-nominated and gold-certified band - Johnny Stevens [vocals, guitar], Ryan Meyer [drums, vocals], Rich Meyer [bass, vocals], Matt Kofos [guitar] and Mark Schwartz [keyboards/guitars] - don't just talk about burning the rules and breaking the mold; they actually do so.The band's chemically imbalanced mix of gritty guitars, haunting piano, off-kilter synths, hip-hop production, cinematic vision, and beautifully possessed vocals transformed them into a phenomenon beloved by a diehard global fanbase known as “MCID” [My Crew Is Dope]. After grinding it out as an underground curiosity, they scraped a path to mainstream infamousness with their 2015 full-length debut, Mister Asylum. It earned a GRAMMY® Award nomination in the category of “Best Rock Album” as the single “Lydia” received a nomination for “Best Rock Song” was certified gold by the RIAA.The 2016 follow-up The Boy Who Died Wolf roared to life with the gold-selling “My Name Is Human,” which catapulted to #1 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Chart and garnered a GRAMMY® Nomination for “Best Rock Song.” 2019's MCID affirmed them as the rare outfit who could collaborate with Young Thug and Gojira on the same album. Loudwire hailed the latter among the “50 Best Rock Albums of 2019.”  With hundreds of millions of streams and sold out shows on multiple continents, Highly Suspect charged ahead of the pack again on 2022's The Midnight Demon Club with no compromises and no apologies as they challenged rock to be dangerous and maybe even life-changing again. This past summer the band  shared their latest opus, As Above, So Below, is out now via Roadrunner/300/ElektraWe want to hear from you! Please email Hello@BringinitBackwards.comwww.BringinitBackwards.com#podcast #interview #bringinbackpod #HighlySuspect #NewMusic #ZoomListen & Subscribe to BiBhttps://www.bringinitbackwards.com/followFollow our podcast on Instagram and Twitter! https://www.facebook.com/groups/bringinbackpodBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/bringin-it-backwards--4972373/support.