Chez Ru

(2.9) "Tanning Tits & Kneecaps" (interlude)

July 06, 2021 16:00 - 59 seconds - 736 KB

Hey... Rudii here... Just wanted to take a minute (literally) to thank you for being a listener and to wish you the summer of all summers. We FINALLY get to play outside!! Hit a beach, stay in bed.... whatever you do, priorities yourself. Feel free to catch up on episodes you've missed while you chill 🖤. I'll be back before your tan lines fade into obscurity! Support the show

(2.8) "Culture Shocked @ Home" _ feat. Pete Philly

June 27, 2021 14:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MB

S2E8: /// ... This week, I partake in an intimate conversation with Dominican, Aruban, and Dutch rapper, songwriter, producer, and performing artist... Pete Philly. We discuss everything from him fighting to regain control of his life from Lyme Disease and understanding the effects of past trauma to mastering improvisation and being recognized for being innovative ... woven together by news, random stories and pop culture tidbits. /// __ Featured Songs: "Ocean", "Eager", and "Come Toget...

(2.7) "Unthinkably Purposeful" _ feat. Mia K. Wright

June 19, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 45.3 MB

S2E7: /// ... Happy Juneteenth!!! This week, I had a fun and open chat with one of the most inspiring people I know (personally). Mia K. Wright is an author, community organizer, women's empowerment advocate and co-pastor at Houston based mega church, The Fountain of Praise. We discussed everything from being a relatable preacher and hosting George Floyd's funeral to sexism and strippers in God's crib ... woven together by news, random stories and pop culture tidbits. /// __ Featured...

(2.6) "Mister Goldfinger" _ feat. Ray Angry

June 07, 2021 12:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MB

S2E6: /// ... This week, I had a great conversation with Grammy award winning pianist, composer and producer extraordinaire, Ray Angry . We discussed everything from the NBA playoffs and cool ass artists BTS to fighting for the creator's IP and dream collaborations ... woven together by news, random stories and pop culture tidbits. /// __ Featured Songs: "WTML (Don't Shoot)", "The Protest", "Byork City", and "#NewBornAgain" by Ray Angry __ Support the show

(2.5) "Marijuana Hobo" _ feat. Stevie Long

May 29, 2021 22:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MB

S2E5: /// ... This week I invite my friend Stevie Long for some light reckless fun... We discuss everything from licking an ant's ass and masturbation to aliens and racism in the American south ... woven together by news, random stories and pop culture tidbits. /// Support the show

(2.4) "Entertaining While Black" _ feat. Four Decades Deep

May 23, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 43.8 MB

S1E4: /// ... This week, I recap the other two chats I curated at the African Diaspora Summit a few weeks back. I had an in-depth discussion about the Hollywood grind (from creative to executive and back with scriptwriter / consultant Shannan E. Johnson (The Professional Pen) and actress / producer Ratidzo Mambo. In addition, I sat down with American singer / songwriters Sandra St. Victor (of The Family Stand) and Michelle David (of the True Tones) to discuss achieving musical success on ...

(2.3) "My Ancestors Taught Me" _ feat. My Scholarly Homies

May 15, 2021 22:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MB

S1E3: /// ... This week, I reflect on a conversation I curated at the African Diaspora Summit. I had an in-depth discussion with Dana Saxon (founder of Ancestors Unknown), Lynnee Denise (DJ + Scholar), Lamar "Black Ice" Manson (Spoken Word Pioneer), and Lysanne Charles (Writer + Activist) ... about black identity and their expat journeys. /// Support the show

(2.2) "In My Skin" _ feat. Nate James

May 09, 2021 04:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MB

Episode 2: /// ... This week, we celebrate our 1 year anniversary with singer / songwriter Nate James ... We discuss everything from space travel and old folks escaping assisted living facilities to mental health and his 15+ year musical journey ... woven together by news, random stories and pop culture tidbits. /// __ Featured Songs: "In My Skin", "Need to Know", and "Chasing the Sun" by Nate James __ Support the show

(2.1) "The Rebrand”

April 10, 2021 21:00 - 2 minutes - 1.77 MB

Greetings loyal listeners... thank you for your patience! I have a great new announcement :) Support the show

(2.01) "The Rebrand"

April 10, 2021 21:00 - 2 minutes - 1.77 MB

Greetings loyal listeners... thank you for your patience! I have a great new announcement :) Support the show (https://paypal.me/Ru32)

(1.25) "Can You Fight Tho'?" _ feat. Darien Dean

December 01, 2020 15:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MB

Episode 25 (season finale): /// ... This week's featured guest is singer, songwriter and world traveler Darien Dean ... We discuss everything from trash ass comedians and freestyling for your life to resurrected rats and Grammy snubs ... woven together by news, random stories and pop culture tidbits. /// __ Featured Songs: "Straight Up" and "Ur the 1" by Darien Dean __ Support the show

(#25) "Can You Fight Tho'?" _ feat. Darien Dean

December 01, 2020 15:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MB

Episode 25 (season finale): /// ... This week's featured guest is singer, songwriter and world traveler Darien Dean ... We discuss everything from trash ass comedians and freestyling for your life to resurrected rats and Grammy snubs ... woven together by news, random stories and pop culture tidbits. /// __ Featured Songs: "Straight Up" and "Ur the 1" by Darien Dean __ Support the show (https://paypal.me/Ru32)

(#24) "FUPA" _ feat. Shay Kreuger

November 24, 2020 23:00 - 58 minutes - 40 MB

Episode 24: /// ... This week's extra long episode features poet, radio DJ, TV host and producer Shay Kreuger ... We discuss everything from Viagra musicals and black TV networks to eating alligator and cow coochie ... woven together by news, random stories and pop culture tidbits. /// Support the show (https://paypal.me/Ru32)

(1.24) "FUPA" _ feat. Shay Kreuger

November 24, 2020 23:00 - 58 minutes - 40 MB

Episode 24: /// ... This week's extra long episode features poet, radio DJ, TV host and producer Shay Kreuger ... We discuss everything from Viagra musicals and black TV networks to eating alligator and cow coochie ... woven together by news, random stories and pop culture tidbits. /// Support the show

(#23) "Black Is Bomb!" _ feat. Russell "Rt!" Taylor

November 10, 2020 15:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MB

Episode 23: /// ... This week's featured guest is singer, songwriter and producer Russell "Rt!" Taylor ... We discuss everything from bucket list goals and uncomfortable situations to protecting black women and Santa's Yamnut ... woven together by news, random stories and pop culture tidbits. /// __ Featured Song: "Dance with Somebody" by Russell Taylor __ Support the show (https://paypal.me/Ru32)

(1.23) "Black Is Bomb!" _ feat. Russell "Rt!" Taylor

November 10, 2020 15:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MB

Episode 23: /// ... This week's featured guest is singer, songwriter and producer Russell "Rt!" Taylor ... We discuss everything from bucket list goals and uncomfortable situations to protecting black women and Santa's Yamnut ... woven together by news, random stories and pop culture tidbits. /// __ Featured Song: "Dance with Somebody" by Russell Taylor __ Support the show

(#23) "Black Is Bomb!" _ feat. Russell Taylor

November 10, 2020 15:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MB

Episode 23: /// ... This week's featured guest is singer, songwriter and producer Russell "Rt!" Taylor ... We discuss everything from bucket list goals and uncomfortable situations to protecting black women and Santa's Yamnut ... woven together by news, random stories and pop culture tidbits. /// __ Featured Song: "Dance with Somebody" by Russell Taylor __ Support the show (https://paypal.me/Ru32)

(#22) "Luscious Lamar The Food Pornstar" _ feat. Black Ice

November 03, 2020 15:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MB

Episode 22: /// ... This week's featured guest is writer, poet and spoken word artist - Black Ice (Lamar Manson)... We discuss everything from his top 3 MCs and sex in the alley to his brand of activism and 2 year old corpses chilling in a bedroom ... woven together by news, random stories and pop culture tidbits. /// Support the show (https://paypal.me/Ru32)

(1.22) "Luscious Lamar The Food Pornstar" _ feat. Black Ice

November 03, 2020 15:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MB

Episode 22: /// ... This week's featured guest is writer, poet and spoken word artist - Black Ice (Lamar Manson)... We discuss everything from his top 3 MCs and sex in the alley to his brand of activism and 2 year old corpses chilling in a bedroom ... woven together by news, random stories and pop culture tidbits. /// Support the show

(#21) "Gon' Get What Ya Gon' Get" _ feat. Leela James

October 27, 2020 05:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MB

Episode 21: /// ... This week's featured guest is soul singer / songwriter and former star of "R&B Divas" - Leela James ... We discuss everything from growing up in South Central LA and my favorite song of hers to having activism in her blood and her love for sweet potato pie .. woven together by news, random stories and pop culture tidbits /// Support the show (https://paypal.me/Ru32)

(1.21) "Gon' Get What Ya Gon' Get" _ feat. Leela James

October 27, 2020 05:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MB

Episode 21: /// ... This week's featured guest is soul singer / songwriter and former star of "R&B Divas" - Leela James ... We discuss everything from growing up in South Central LA and my favorite song of hers to having activism in her blood and her love for sweet potato pie .. woven together by news, random stories and pop culture tidbits /// Support the show