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Den Of Truth

88 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago -

The Den of truth is a medium hosted by Tino & Tommy which aims to explore individuals ideas and truths. Created in the dungeons of Southwest Sydney, the platform champions artists and creatives and gives the audience an insight of the multicultural society of Australia.

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Pressure of Reality TV, Love Island & Imposter Syndrome Ft Taku Chimwaza

March 31, 2023 02:42 - 50 minutes - 69.9 MB

We sit down with Love Island 2021 contestant Taku Chimwaza. We covered Imposter Syndrome, his experience on love Island, Life after the Island and moving from Zimbabwe to a regional Australian town.

Do We Embrace The Socceroos Enough? ft Alou Kuol & Olantekkers

December 12, 2022 18:05 - 29 minutes - 40.7 MB

This week on the Den we are joined by professional footballer Alou Koul and our favourite Sport Commentator Olantekkers. During this episode we discuss Alou's football journey, the current state of Australian football culture and why people slander the A - league.

From Nightclub Owner to Restaurateur | Small Talk #7 ft. Howin Chui

December 06, 2022 03:37 - 1 hour - 139 MB

Howin Chui is one of the most pivotal players in Sydney nightlife and culture, he has the facilitated your weekends and night outs. He opened Sydney’s most known nightclubs OPM and Embassy, and expanded his empire by opening Kowloon Cafe and Ni Hao Bar. In this episode, we discussed his upbringing and what led him to the hospitality industry, what it takes to open a nightclub, how he transitioned into cafes and restaurants, dealing with COVID, and why there’s a problem in Sydney nightlife.

The Best Profession To Earn 6-7 Figures | Small Talk #6 ft. Anthony Mach

November 15, 2022 06:13 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MB

Anthony Mach is a Client Director at a consulting firm, and formerly an Account Manager at one of the big tech companies. His role consists of meeting with clients from small to large enterprises, and solving their biggest challenges through technology. In this episode, we discussed how sales is rarely promoted during our time in school or from parents, and how it is one of the more attainable career paths to earn 6-7 figures.

DenofTruth #38 I Australian vs British Culture ft Olantekkers

October 28, 2022 00:19 - 26 minutes - 39.7 MB

What're the differences between Australian vs British culture? This week we had a great conversation with TikTok influencer Olantekkers. We discussed the differences between British vs Australian culture, Australian sports, the rise of TikTok and the importance of work/life balance.

Managing Artists At 15: Sasha Chifura | DEN OF TRUTH X JD SPORTS

July 09, 2022 02:48 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MB

Welcome to the Denoftruth Den Sessions powered by JD Sports, This week we have the founder of Foreignecho & Valvesounds Sasha Chifura. Sasha has been managing artists since the age of 15, with an impressive roster including Tkay Maidza & Skin On Skin. Leave us a comment below and let us know what you think! @denoftruth @tinocharles @Sashapanashe @JD Sports Australia & New Zealand

THE POWER OF UNITY W/ MANU CROOKS | DEN OF TRUTH X JD SPORTS

June 17, 2022 00:26 - 20 minutes - 19 MB

Welcome to the Denoftruth Den Sessions powered by JD Sports, this week we have music artist Manu Crooks. During this episode. We had a great discussion on his journey and growth, the power of unity in the African-Australian community, touring and bbgbworldwide!

UNDISPUTED W/ GEORGE KAMBOSOS JR | DEN OF TRUTH X JD SPORTS

June 08, 2022 06:29 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MB

Welcome to the Denoftruth Den Sessions powered by JD Sports, this week we have the forrmer lightweight champion of the world, George Kambosos Jr. 

From 9-5 to Startup Life and Finding Purpose | Small Talk #4 ft. Franz (CEO of Zolo)

June 08, 2022 06:24 - 1 hour - 89 MB

Franz Siasat is the Co-Founder and CEO of Zolo, a startup which collects your old tech and delivers that same tech to kids and communities in need to create equal learning and access to opportunities. He is also the Chief Marketing Officer for Oh Jazz!, a streaming platform for live Jazz music.   Franz shares his story of mental health, finding purpose, and taking on the risk to leave a 9-5 job. We also covered how the school system is broken, and the steps to consider when starting a star...

How To Think About Investing | Small Talk #5 ft. Ravi Sharma

June 08, 2022 06:24 - 1 hour - 148 MB

Ravi Sharma is a full-time YouTuber (Personal Finance with Ravi Sharma) who provides financial advice around property, crypto and NFTs. He is the Founder/Buyers Agent of Search Property, helping Australians secure financial independence through property. He also has achieved a $6m+ portfolio before the age of 29. In this episode, we unpack the foundational thinking of investing. We covered the importance of financial literacy, what banks are actually doing with your money, inflation, the pow...

IS CULTURE DETERMINED BY MINORITIES? W/ MAINA DOE | DEN OF TRUTH X JD SPORTS

June 08, 2022 06:21 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MB

Welcome to the Denoftruth Den Sessions powered by JD Sports, this week we have artist Maina Doe.   During this episode we had a candid conversation about her migration to Australia, the growth of the African community and how it is shaping the culture of Australia, and new music! Leave us a comment below and let us know what you think!   @denoftruth @tinocharles ​@Maina Doe @JD Sports Australia & New Zealand

PROUD INDIGENOUS CULTURE W/ JOSH ADDO-CARR | DEN OF TRUTH X JD SPORTS

June 08, 2022 06:20 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MB

Welcome to the Denoftruth Den Sessions powered by JD Sports, this week we have NRL Superstar Josh Addo Carr.   During this episode we had a candid conversation with Josh about his upbringing, the gentrification of Redfern, dealing with the mental pressures of being an athlete and his proud Indigenous heritage. Leave us a comment below and let us know what you think! @denoftruth @tinocharles @joshaddocar @JD Sports Australia & New Zealand

DenofTruth #37 I Million Dollar Conversation with a Music Lawyer ft Rob Glass

September 03, 2021 06:39 - 1 hour - 138 MB

We’re Back! We’ve been working on a few things over the last couple months that we’ll be sharing with you shortly. In the meanwhile, we had a great conversation with Rob Glass, a partner at Media Arts Lawyers, if you know anything about Lawyers you know they charge hourly, so he’s a free hour worth of game. We discussed: Importance of a music lawyer, pros and cons of signing with a label, breaking down royalties, buying beats online and more

How to Resell Sneakers, Investment Fund for Sneakers, and NFTs | Small Talk #3 ft. Justin PUSHAS

April 19, 2021 22:14 - 36 minutes - 82.9 MB

This week on Small Talk, we have Justin who is the Co-Founder and CEO of PUSHAS. PUSHAS is Australia's leading online marketplace for you to buy and sell authentic sneakers. This episode covers how to get started in reselling sneakers, sneakers being an alternative asset class that you can invest in, and how technology and NFTs are disrupting the marketplace.

DenofTruth #36 I Jessica Jade

February 17, 2021 00:17 - 18 minutes - 41.4 MB

This week in the Den — Jessica Jade! We had a great  conversation about her debut album BET, RNB in Australia, horoscopes (and a few other things we didn’t understand), mental health and her X factor music journey.

DenofTruth #36 I Jessica Jade

February 17, 2021 00:17 - 18 minutes - 41.4 MB

This week in the Den — Jessica Jade! We had a great  conversation about her debut album BET, RNB in Australia, horoscopes (and a few other things we didn’t understand), mental health and her X factor music journey.

DenofTruth #35 I Skenzo & Young6ix

January 28, 2021 02:48 - 15 minutes - 35.1 MB

We’re back! This week in the Den we have Skenzo & Young6ix. Both brothers are coming off two street bangers “Double O Member” and “Dangerous”. We had a great conversation on if African Australian artists support each other enough, their future music releases, what inspired them to make music and plenty more!     

DenofTruth #34 I Kwame

November 25, 2020 06:48 - 1 hour - 165 MB

What’s wrong with the Australian music industry? We had a great conversation with musician Kwame on what we need to improve and “Honest Commentary”.

DenofTruth #33 I Andrew Montell (Acclaim Magazine)

October 14, 2020 07:49 - 50 minutes - 116 MB

This week in the Den, we have the founder of Acclaim Magazine Andrew Montell. Andrew has been embedded in the Australian entertainment culture for over 20 years in numerous capacities. On this episode we discussed the evolution of digital publications, growing and maintaining a stable business and the 2020 Acclaim All Stars event

Small Talk #2 ft Ebony Boadu - Social Dilemma, Presidential Debate & Young Aus Producers

October 08, 2020 07:33 - 1 hour - 157 MB

On this week's episode of #Smalltalk we're joined by Triple J DJ/Presenter Ebony Badu. During this episode we discussed Australian producers and Engineers, the Netflix documentary " Social Dilemma" and the impacts social media has had on our mental health and the American Presidential debate.

DenofTruth #32 I Ade Tokunboh (A Little Lagos)

September 11, 2020 06:53 - 36 minutes - 84.6 MB

This week in the Den, we have our local food commissioner Ade Tokunboh. Ade is the founder of A little Lagos, a Nigerian influenced restaurant based in Newtown. During our conversation we discussed the importance of target marketing, assholeism vs racism, group economics and his journey into the hospitality industry.

DenOfTruth l Small Talk #1 - Rap Culture in Australia, Coronavirus, Big Tech and Free Speech

August 24, 2020 06:59 - 1 hour - 164 MB

Tommy (@t.otg) is the manager of the Australian rap group, 'On The Gang'. He has also made two previous appearances on Den of Truth, speaking on the benefits of Capitalism and the dangers of government intervention. #SmallTalk is a new segment of DenOfTruth which will feature Tommy and I discussing a range of topics such as Music, Politics, Culture, Economics, and Current Affairs. 1:28 Coronavirus restrictions and government curbing civil liberties 14:34 Investing in your local community...

Small Talk #1 - Rap Culture in Australia, Coronavirus, Big Tech and Free Speech

August 24, 2020 06:59 - 1 hour - 164 MB

Tommy (@t.otg) is the manager of the Australian rap group, 'On The Gang'. He has also made two previous appearances on Den of Truth, speaking on the benefits of Capitalism and the dangers of government intervention. #SmallTalk is a new segment of DenOfTruth which will feature Tommy and I discussing a range of topics such as Music, Politics, Culture, Economics, and Current Affairs. 1:28 Coronavirus restrictions and government curbing civil liberties 14:34 Investing in your local community...

DenofTruth #31 I Fufu&Tibs

August 06, 2020 07:43 - 1 hour - 152 MB

This week in the Den, we have the ladies from the Fufu&Tibs podcast! The Fufu&Tibs podcast is a cultural podcasts hosted by Vanessa, Mary, Gillean & Rebka. During our conversation we talked about the growing podcast industry, the uniqueness of the African-Australian experience and dating ashy people. 

DenofTruth #31 I Fufu&Tibs

August 06, 2020 07:43 - 1 hour - 152 MB

This week in the Den, we have the ladies from the Fufu&Tibs podcast! The Fufu&Tibs podcast is a cultural podcasts hosted by Vanessa, Mary, Gillean & Rebka. During our conversation we talked about the growing podcast industry, the uniqueness of the African-Australian experience and dating ashy people. 

DenofTruth #30 I Kase Avila

July 29, 2020 08:13 - 49 minutes - 112 MB

This week in the Den, we have the Ryde OG Kase Avila. Kase has been a staple figure in the Sydney culture scene for over 10 years, helping establish numerous fashion brands and boutiques such as Capsule. Kase has also just released an amazing project “Minerva”, a product of his time in isolation this year due to COVID as well as some of his influences.

DenofTruth #30 I Kase Avila

July 29, 2020 08:13 - 49 minutes - 112 MB

This week in the Den, we have the Ryde OG Kase Avila. Kase has been a staple figure in the Sydney culture scene for over 10 years, helping establish numerous fashion brands and boutiques such as Capsule. Kase has also just released an amazing project “Minerva”, a product of his time in isolation this year due to COVID as well as some of his influences.

DenofTruth #29 I Ollie Wards (Triple J)

July 24, 2020 21:30 - 1 hour - 150 MB

This week in the Den, we have the Content Director for Triple J and OG podcaster Ollie Wards . As the Content Director for Triple J, Ollie has played a pivotal role in programming one of Australia’s largest radio platforms and fostering local talent. Ollie is also the creator of the podcast “Unravel True Crime: Snowball” a podcast which documents his journey around the world trying to find the conwoman who exploited his brother. We had a great discussion on everything Triple J and the proces...

DenofTruth #28 I Peter Stevens (SpotifyAU)

July 15, 2020 07:44 - 49 minutes - 46 MB

This week in the Den, we have the Senior editor for Spotify Australia, Peter Stevens. Peter has played a major role in artist development and promotion as the Senior editor for the Spotify playlists. With a focus on domestic artists Peter has helped many artists break into different genres and countries all while staying humble and a student of the craft. We had a great conversation on technology and it’s importance in music, his professional journey, Spotify Australia's role in helping loca...

DenofTruth #27 I Blessed

July 08, 2020 08:02 - 49 minutes - 114 MB

This week in the Den, we have the homie Blessed .Blessed has been involved in the Australian music industry for over 10years morphing and transforming into the artist he’s now. We had a great chat about the early African-Australian jerking wave, mental health within African communities, his early music influences, growth as an artist, early music journey and future projects. 

DenofTruth #26 I Andrew McDade (AndpeopleAU)

July 02, 2020 08:44 - 46 minutes - 106 MB

This week in the Den, we have the Managing Director of AndpeopleAU Andrew McDade. Andpeople have been a staple in youth creativity engagement in Australia partnering with many of our favourite brands including JD Sports. Andrew and myself had a great discussion on the importance of brands in cultural change, the importance of commercialising your art for longevity, the journey of entrepreneurship as well as his background and experiences.

DenofTruth #25 I On The Gang (OTG)

June 24, 2020 08:06 - 27 minutes - 62 MB

This week in the Den, we have the rising music collective OTG. OTG is a collective of artists including KZ, CV, JAY6, CRZYCAM & RENZI. Hailing from Southwest Sydney OTG have been able to showcase their creativity and business savvy within a small period of time. We had a great discussion about their music influences, growing up in Western Sydney, CS1 & 2, upcoming music as well as the founders and business structure of the collective.

DenofTruth #24 I Moreblessing

June 17, 2020 09:24 - 1 hour - 165 MB

This week in the Den, we have your favourite social activist and the OG guest Moreblessing. In light of the events which have occurred in the last few weeks, Blessing and I caught up to talk about mental health, systematic racism in Australia and some practical strategies people can implement to be an ally.

DenofTruth #23 I Yasmin Suteja

May 27, 2020 07:53 - 52 minutes - 121 MB

This week in the Den, we have the multifaceted artist Yasmin Suteja. Yasmin is the founder and director of Sydney-based creative agency Culture Machine.  We had a great conversation about self awareness, art vs business, the importance of creating value based content as well as artistry pre and post COVID. 

DenofTruth #22 I B Wise

April 16, 2020 08:04 - 55 minutes - 126 MB

This week in the Den, we have artist B wise. Hailing from South West Sydney, Wise has been a player in the Australian music scene for more than a decade. Wise has continued to break cultural barriers naming his previous album "Area Famous" documenting his journey finding his identity growing up in the Area. We had a great discussion on the influence of major labels in the current music environment, his come up with peers Ziggy & Manu as well as his journey and how he balances business and ar...

Growing up African- Australian ft B Wise | DenofTruth

April 16, 2020 08:04 - 55 minutes - 126 MB

This week in the Den, we have artist B wise. Hailing from South West Sydney, Wise has been a player in the Australian music scene for more than a decade. Wise has continued to break cultural barriers naming his previous album "Area Famous" documenting his journey finding his identity growing up in the Area. We had a great discussion on the influence of major labels in the current music environment, his come up with peers Ziggy & Manu as well as his journey and how he balances business and ar...

Managing Chillinit & 18yearoldman ft Nick Lupi | DenofTruth

March 31, 2020 05:57 - 55 minutes - 76.4 MB

This week in the Den, we have artist/event manager Nick Lupi. Nick is one of the founders of the Oneday parties as well as the artist manager for Chillinit and 18yearoldman amongst many things. We had a great discussion on artist development, the rise of Chillinit & 18yearoldman as well as the growing impact of music in Australia.      

Managing Chillinit & 18yearoldman |Nick Lupi

March 31, 2020 05:57 - 55 minutes - 76.4 MB

This week in the Den, we have artist/event manager Nick Lupi. Nick is one of the founders of the Oneday parties as well as the artist manager for Chillinit and 18yearoldman amongst many things. We had a great discussion on artist development, the rise of Chillinit & 18yearoldman as well as the growing impact of music in Australia.      

DenofTruth #21 I Nick Lupi

March 31, 2020 05:57 - 55 minutes - 76.4 MB

This week in the Den, we have artist/event manager Nick Lupi. Nick is one of the founders of the Oneday parties as well as the artist manager for Chillinit and 18yearoldman amongst many things. We had a great discussion on artist development, the rise of Chillinit & 18yearoldman as well as the growing impact of music in Australia.      

The growth of Delawou | DenofTruth

December 28, 2019 19:01 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MB

This week on the Denoftruth, we have friend of the show and artist Delawou. During the episode delawou and myself had an informative conversation about his development as an artist, recent shows with Donell Lewis & Kennyon Brown as well as some special news in regards to new music in 2020.

DenofTruth #20 I Delawou

December 28, 2019 19:01 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MB

This week on the Denoftruth, we have friend of the show and artist Delawou. During the episode delawou and myself had an informative conversation about his development as an artist, recent shows with Donell Lewis & Kennyon Brown as well as some special news in regards to new music in 2020.

DenofTruth #19 I DMETV

December 10, 2019 07:48 - 38 minutes - 35.8 MB

This week in the Den we have The President, Founder of DMETV and Nolimit music festival. We had a great conversation about black owned businesses, entrepreneurship and most importantly having a savage mentality!

Savage Mentality ft DMETV | DenofTruth

December 10, 2019 07:48 - 38 minutes - 35.8 MB

This week in the Den we have The President, Founder of DMETV and Nolimit music festival. We had a great conversation about black owned businesses, entrepreneurship and most importantly having a savage mentality!

DenofTruth | Founder of DMETV The President

December 10, 2019 07:48 - 38 minutes - 35.8 MB

This week in the Den we have The President, Founder of DMETV and Nolimit music festival. We had a great conversation about black owned businesses, entrepreneurship and most importantly having a savage mentality!

WE MOVE! ft Stanley | DenofTruth

December 05, 2019 02:27 - 48 minutes - 92.2 MB

Today on the Den of Truth we have culture connoisseur and one of the founders of Sauti Systems Stanley Chukwueke. We discuss the current state of Sydney night life culture and the effects of the "LOCKOUT LAWS", how Sauti Systems was created, growing up African- Australian, and the growing influence of the Western Suburbs.

DenofTruth #1 I Stanley ( Sauti Systems)

December 05, 2019 02:27 - 48 minutes - 92.2 MB

Today on the Den of Truth we have culture connoisseur and one of the founders of Sauti Systems Stanley Chukwueke. We discuss the current state of Sydney night life culture and the effects of the "LOCKOUT LAWS", how Sauti Systems was created, growing up African- Australian, and the growing influence of the Western Suburbs.

DenofTruth #18 I Khoa Tran

November 21, 2019 06:43 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MB

This week in the Den, we have gym owner, motivational speaker and double amputee Khoa Tran. Khoa has an amazing story, we had an insightful conversation on the importance of decision making, resilience and determination.

Without a negative, what's a positive? ft Khoa Tran| DenofTruth

November 21, 2019 06:43 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MB

This week in the Den, we have gym owner, motivational speaker and double amputee Khoa Tran. Khoa has an amazing story, we had an insightful conversation on the importance of decision making, resilience and determination.

Knowledge is currency ft Solo Tohi | DenofTruth

November 08, 2019 05:22 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MB

This week in the Den we have your producers favourite producer Solo. Solo has been apart of the Australian music scene since early, starting as a member of the Justice Crew and then transitioning and progressing into a producer for acts such as Onefour. We had a great discussion on the Australian music scene, the importance of evolution as an artist as well as his early music career. 

DenofTruth #17 I Solo Tohi

November 08, 2019 05:22 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MB

This week in the Den we have your producers favourite producer Solo. Solo has been apart of the Australian music scene since early, starting as a member of the Justice Crew and then transitioning and progressing into a producer for acts such as Onefour. We had a great discussion on the Australian music scene, the importance of evolution as an artist as well as his early music career.