Brooklyn’s own Nems—rapper, hustler, and Coney Island’s unofficial mayor—pulls up to share his raw, unfiltered story.

From battling addiction and running the streets to doing time, facing homelessness, and ultimately turning his life around by working for DSNY, Nems has lived it all. But through every struggle, music was his therapy, and for the last 20 years, he’s been grinding—dropping projects, pushing his FYL merch (starting from Instagram DMs!), and even trademarking his viral catchphrase, Bing-Bong.

Now signed to Paul Rosenberg and gearing up for tour, Nems reflects on his journey, his love for his Mami who never gave up on him, and what it really means to go from rock bottom to running the city. Tap in for an episode full of real talk, wild stories, and the undeniable energy of a true Brooklyn legend. Gorilla Nems in the building—Bing-Bong!

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Brooklyn’s own Nems—rapper, hustler, and Coney Island’s unofficial mayor—pulls up to share his raw, unfiltered story.

From battling addiction and running the streets to doing time, facing homelessness, and ultimately turning his life around by working for DSNY, Nems has lived it all. But through every struggle, music was his therapy, and for the last 20 years, he’s been grinding—dropping projects, pushing his FYL merch (starting from Instagram DMs!), and even trademarking his viral catchphrase, Bing-Bong.

Now signed to Paul Rosenberg and gearing up for tour, Nems reflects on his journey, his love for his Mami who never gave up on him, and what it really means to go from rock bottom to running the city. Tap in for an episode full of real talk, wild stories, and the undeniable energy of a true Brooklyn legend. Gorilla Nems in the building—Bing-Bong!

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In this episode, we sit down with the incredibly talented James Martinez (Dexter: Original Sin, House of Cards, Breaking Bad, Love, Victor), who takes us on a deeply personal and inspiring journey through his life and career.

From growing up in Jackson Heights, NY, to his Colombian mother’s resilience after his father’s passing, James shares how a dedicated teacher encouraged him to apply to the prestigious Juilliard School—a move that changed everything. He also takes us back to his early days as a teenage impersonator in NYC comedy clubs, long before he found himself on set with Hollywood’s biggest names.

We also dive into how James balances marriage, fatherhood, and an intense acting career, plus what it was like working alongside icons like Giancarlo Esposito, Patrick Dempsey, and Christian Slater. And in an exclusive, James gives us a sneak peek at his latest project—a "Freestyle" play with his friend/mentor David Zayas.

🎭 From comedy clubs to critically acclaimed roles, this is a must-listen for anyone who loves stories of perseverance, artistry, and the magic of Hollywood.

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In this episode, we sit down with the incredibly talented James Martinez (Dexter: Original Sin, House of Cards, Breaking Bad, Love, Victor), who takes us on a deeply personal and inspiring journey through his life and career.

From growing up in Jackson Heights, NY, to his Colombian mother’s resilience after his father’s passing, James shares how a dedicated teacher encouraged him to apply to the prestigious Juilliard School—a move that changed everything. He also takes us back to his early days as a teenage impersonator in NYC comedy clubs, long before he found himself on set with Hollywood’s biggest names.

We also dive into how James balances marriage, fatherhood, and an intense acting career, plus what it was like working alongside icons like Giancarlo Esposito, Patrick Dempsey, and Christian Slater. And in an exclusive, James gives us a sneak peek at his latest project—a "Freestyle" play with his friend/mentor David Zayas.

🎭 From comedy clubs to critically acclaimed roles, this is a must-listen for anyone who loves stories of perseverance, artistry, and the magic of Hollywood.

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Tahiry José keeps it real and unfiltered in this exclusive interview, reflecting on her journey as one of the original social media influencers before the term even existed!

She opens up about owning her past—from reality TV to her history with Joe Budden, sharing why she has no regrets about anything she’s done on screen.

Now in her 40s and thriving, Tahiry talks about embracing her age, proving she’s far from done, and how she’s still chasing her biggest dreams. One of those? Becoming a mom. She shares her decision to freeze her eggs while waiting for her final true love to come into her life.

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Tahiry José keeps it real and unfiltered in this exclusive interview, reflecting on her journey as one of the original social media influencers before the term even existed!

She opens up about owning her past—from reality TV to her history with Joe Budden, sharing why she has no regrets about anything she’s done on screen.

Now in her 40s and thriving, Tahiry talks about embracing her age, proving she’s far from done, and how she’s still chasing her biggest dreams. One of those? Becoming a mom. She shares her decision to freeze her eggs while waiting for her final true love to come into her life.

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We sit down with legendary celebrity photographer Johnny Nuñez to uncover his incredible story of resilience, faith, and destiny. Adopted as a toddler by a Puerto Rican family in Brooklyn, Johnny’s life took a heartbreaking turn when his adopted mother passed away when he was just 10 years old, leading him to a second home in Brentwood, Long Island with a Dominican Family.

His journey was anything but easy—experiencing homelessness as a college student, even sleeping in his car. But just as he was on the verge of taking the wrong path, a divine encounter changed everything, leading him to pick up his first camera instead of turning to the streets.

Fast forward, and Johnny has cemented himself as one of the most sought-after celebrity photographers in the world, working as the personal photographer for Naomi Campbell, Jay-Z, The Obamas, and Michael Jordan, while also capturing icons like Beyoncé, Jennifer Lopez, and Drake.

Now, as a husband to a doctor and a proud father of two, Johnny reflects on his incredible 29 year journey, the power of faith, and how a camera became his ticket to a life beyond his wildest dreams. 

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We sit down with legendary celebrity photographer Johnny Nuñez to uncover his incredible story of resilience, faith, and destiny. Adopted as a toddler by a Puerto Rican family in Brooklyn, Johnny’s life took a heartbreaking turn when his adopted mother passed away when he was just 10 years old, leading him to a second home in Brentwood, Long Island with a Dominican Family.

His journey was anything but easy—experiencing homelessness as a college student, even sleeping in his car. But just as he was on the verge of taking the wrong path, a divine encounter changed everything, leading him to pick up his first camera instead of turning to the streets.

Fast forward, and Johnny has cemented himself as one of the most sought-after celebrity photographers in the world, working as the personal photographer for Naomi Campbell, Jay-Z, The Obamas, and Michael Jordan, while also capturing icons like Beyoncé, Jennifer Lopez, and Drake.

Now, as a husband to a doctor and a proud father of two, Johnny reflects on his incredible 29 year journey, the power of faith, and how a camera became his ticket to a life beyond his wildest dreams. 

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In this episode, we sit down with Senator Jessica Ramos, a proud daughter of Jackson Heights, Queens, whose journey from a working-class Colombian immigrant household to the New York State Senate fuels her fight for the people. Now, she’s running for NYC Mayor, determined to create a city that truly uplifts immigrants, workers, and everyday New Yorkers.

She calls out Mayor Eric Adams for vilifying immigrants while benefiting from their labor, exposes NY’s wage theft crisis, and stresses why a Latino-majority city needs a Spanish-speaking mayor. She also shares her life beyond politics—being a mom, still riding the NYC subway, her love for salsa music, and even meeting Bad Bunny before his rise to fame.

With her campaign in full swing, she’s raising funds to qualify for the ballot and pushing for real change. Tune in to hear why she believes it’s time for bold leadership in NYC!

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