Season Four - Wednesdays @ 9am ET

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Season Two

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Session 64: Know Yourself (with Sadasia M.)

Eric and Aazim are joined by Sadasia M., who shares a wealth of motivation and insights related to personal and professional growth, goal-setting, and the process of pursuing a life of value and purpose. The conversation also touches on the concept of spontaneity, the flaws in current workplace processes, and the freedom that comes from being an entrepreneur.

TL;DL: Time Flies → Purpose x Process → Say Hey, Sadasia → Growth Posts → Bite-Size Goals → Ikigai → Fruit Inspector → The Ultimate Pyramid Scheme → Ideals > Idols → Unlearning, Right ?!

> Jump by Harmony R. (@harmonic.aa)

>> "The more you grow, the more you realize you need to grow." - Sadasia M. (@sadasia.nyrie)

>> "That post is consistently moving." - Eric W. (@ericcwilson)

>> "That was a big lesson for me: living in the moment doesn't have to mean spontaneity." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Destiny's Child - "Free"
> Robohands - "Leaves"

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Know Yourself (with Sadasia M.)

Session 65: First Taste (with James M.) 

Chef James M. joins Aazim and Eric for a conversation covering the culinary arts, the concept of 'character,' and the benefits of finding and focusing on your own specific lane. James also discusses his love of collaboration, his early years in Okinawa, and his apprecation for James Hemings, the enslaved Black chef who helped shape American cuisine. 

TL;DL: Sorta Like Simba → Many Lifetimes → Meet The Chef → Character x Caricatures → James Hemings → Pita Bread → Earning Stripes → Physical vs. Digital → Find Your Lane → Why Not ?! 

> Jump by Roy C. (@chefroychoi) 

>> "Make it national, international, global, however far it goes." - James M. (@jamesscookss)

>> "I'm surprised we haven't said 'intentional' this episode." - Eric W. (@ericcwilson) 

>> "If you're really living, all these chapters do feel like lifetimes." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly) 

> Payroll Giovanni & Cardo - "Make It Look Easy"
> Uno Hype - "Deywun (feat. Rae Khalil)" 

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First Taste (with James M.)

Session 66: The Dash In Between (with Mike W.)

Aazim connects with Mike W. to discuss subverting external expectations, dodging dubious thought leaders, maneuvering through the follower economy, and acting now to build the foundation for future success. Then the conversation takes a philosophical turn... 

TL;DL: Expectations x Assumptions → One Day At A Time → Introducing Mike → Thought Leaders Everywhere → You Can Tell... → The Follower Economy → Gotta Have Goals → Let’s Get Philosophical → Evolution → How Do We Have An Impact ?!

> Jump by Aaron V. (@aaronveera)

>>  "I think people are better BS detectors than a lot of people think." - Mike W. (@mike.w1z) 

>> "We're the aspect of evolution that can also contribute to evolution." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Statik Selektah - "Time (feat. Jack Harlow)"
> Lion Babe - "Different  Planet"

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The Dash In Between (with Mike W.)

Session 67: Pull Up A Seat (with Malliron H.) 

Malliron H. enlightens Eric and Aazim about how she is using her podcast Baddies with Business to build community through conversation with early-stage Black women entrepreneurs. The triad also chat about office politics, the significance of representation, and common misconceptions that people have about building lasting success. 

TL;DL: First In The Family → Knowing What's Possible → Personas → The Best Candidate → The Kudos + The Congrats → Hi, Malliron → Baddies With Business → Impact x Inspiration → Baking > Microwaving → I Said That ?!   

> Jump by Earl S. (@dmx)

>> "Do the best you can with whatever you can and don't feel like you have to compare it to somebody else." - Malliron H. (@malachashi_)

>> "Don’t pander to me." - Eric W. (@ericcwilson)

>> "So much of the knowledge gap comes from being able to see things as a possibility." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Georgia Anne Muldrow - "Run Away"
> D2X - "It Was Written"

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Pull Up A Seat (with Malliron H.)

Session 68: The Agenda (with Michael P.)

Aazim and Eric are joined by Minnesota Vikings DT Michael Pierce for a free-flowing conversation about his upbringing in Alabama, his passion for football, and the realizations that he's had about legacy, impact, and friendship. Michael also opens about his charity work, religious beliefs, and how Kobe Bryant's 'mamba mentality' motivated his work ethic. 

TL;DL: Never Looked Back → It Was Destined → Welcome, Michael → Birds of a Feather → Mamba Mentality → Learn, Learn, Learn → Comeback Season → God Willing → An Open Mind → Health Is Wealth ?!

> Jump by Bo J. (@bojackson)

>> "It's out there for the taking. You gotta have faith and a great work ethic." - Michael P. (@mpierce_97)

>> "I plan on doing everything I was doing previously, but better." - Eric W. (@ericcwilson)

>> "The impact can really expand to a whole different aspect of humanity." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Anthony Hamilton - "Southern Stuff"
> Mali Music - "Lord's Will"

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The Agenda (with Michael P.)

Session 69: Super Friends (with Antonio P.)

Antonio P. connects with Savannah and Aazim for a jocular discussion touching on parenthood, the evolution of sociocultural norms, and how popular culture and entertainment can unify folks from different walks of life. Antonio also regales the duo with his stories of growing up in the Bronx, obsessing over Game of Thrones, and serving as a co-host for his podcast Nerds of the Round (@thenerdsoftheround).  

TL;DL: Know Your Surroundings → Put It All Out There → Modern Family → Heart On Sleeve → It's Antonio x Hello Again, Savannah → Not Even A Question → Nerds of the Round → Geek Squad → Quit Gatekeeping → You Like This Too ?!

> Jump by Stan L. (@therealstanlee)

>> "It's cool to find that little bit of commonality between your coworkers to make everyone seem, you know, human." - Antonio P. (@tonefromacrossthehall)

>> "Yes... this is definitely a cool indie band and not Battlestar Galactica..." - Savannah C. (@_savananan) 

>> "Don't you wanna share joy?" - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Nine - "Whutcha Want"
> Chris Faust - "New Krypton (feat. Carras Paton)"

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Super Friends (with Antonio P.)

Session 70: Word of Advice (with Christina C.)

Eric links up with Christina C., co-host of the podcast Healin' Out Loud, for a conversation about the art of sharing and receiving advice, the ways that technology can affect discourse, and the importance of remembering your 'why' when pursuing creative endeavors. Christina and Eric also look back on their upbringings in Brooklyn and respective educational experiences in the New England area. 

TL;DL: Meet Christina → Similar Paths → Tone + Voice → The Ability To Have Discord → No Rights, No Wrongs → Solicited Advice → To Each Their Own → Inward First → Remember The Why → Take It Or Leave It ?! 

> Jump by Aisha T. (@aishatyler)

>> "Is what I'm asking for something I'm willing to change to get?" - Christina C. (@xtinacologne)

>> "You have to create it for you." - Eric W. (@ericcwilson)

> Jayda G - "Stanley’s Get Down (No Parking on the DF)"
> Qur'an Shaheed - "Heal"

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Word of Advice (with Christina C.)

Session 71: Frontiers(with Kristen F.)

Kristen F. calls in to tell Eric and Aazim about how she transitioned from a career in venture capital to become a full-time professional cyclist. Kristen also talks about her Alaskan upbringing, taking risks, and the importance of maintaining a sense of home when navigating unfamiliar environments. 

TL;DL: The Decision  → You vs. You  → More Than A Hobby → International Experiment  → Risk Takers x Role Models  → Hey There, Kristen  → The Great Outdoors  → Sense of Home   → Any Path You Choose → Who Do You Want To Be ?!  

> Jump by Maliha B. (@meha128)

>> "There's not necessarily successful careers, there's just successful people who will figure out how to be successful at whatever they do." - Kristen F. (@arcticfaulks)

>> "It's just deeper than the 9 to 5." - Eric W. (@ericcwilson)

>> "Now I have the agency to decide." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Little Dragon - "Swimming"
> Leon Bridges - "Motorbike"

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Frontiers (with Kristen F.)

Session 72: Group Chat (with Shakur A.)

Aazim and Eric are joined by Shakur A., the founder of facefwd (@facefwdapp), a new platform serving as the preeminent digital space for reaction-based videos. Shakur shares his thoughts on social media, how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted online interactions, and why video is such an important tool for social justice.

TL;DL: Boston-Bred → Possibilities → Known/Unknown → Could've Been An Email → facefwd → Shared Moments → Salutations, Shakur → A Very Long Article → Sicko Mode → From The Frontline ?! 

> Jump by Karlous M. (@karlousm)

>> "It's this idea of sharing moments with people no matter where they are and who they are." - Shakur A. (@thefffounder)

>> "Even though we aren't here physically together, there's still definitely ways for us to connect." - Eric W. (@ericcwilson)

>> "Maybe a GIF?" - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Sinead Harnett - "Like This"
> Guru - "Timeless (feat. Herbie Hancock)"

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Group Chat (with Shakur A.)

Session 73: There's An Art To It (with Alyssa B.)

Alyssa B. joins Eric and Aazim for a conversation covering creative leadership, the intersection of art and industry, and how trusting your inner voice can lead to liberation. Alyssa also reflects on her early artistic endeavors, previous professional experiences as a freelancer, and much more.

TL;DL: Part Musician, Part Artist  → Recombination → Passion x Profit → Setting Boundaries → The User Experience  → Introducing Alyssa → Just A Suggestion → Creative Leadership → Inner Voice  → Wandering ?! 

> Jump by Richard B. (#richardbach)

>> "I'd rather celebrate someone for their own unique thoughts and creations."  - Alyssa B. (@alyssa__buono)

>> "Isn’t the whole point to also make money doing what you love?” - Eric W. (@ericcwilson)

>> "Good leaders empower the people around them." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Greentea Peng - "Satta"
> Jhené Aiko - "Spotless Mind"

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There's An Art To It (with Alyssa B.)

Session 74: Cultivation (with Marcus C.)

Quinzel and Eric chat with Marcus C. about building productive habits, finding unconventional paths to success, and transitioning into adulthood during the pandemic. The three friends also reflect on their common educational experiences and the advice they would share with their younger selves.

TL;DL: New Priorities → Hello, Marcus x Welcome Back, Qunizel → Full Body Adult → Atomic Habits → Question, Hypothesis, Test → Find Your Own Path → Internet Education → How We Define Success → Evaluation vs. Validation → Patience ?! 

> Jump by Chris P. (@comediancp)

>> "If I'm not making mistakes, I'm probably not going at life hard enough." - Marcus C. (@stmarx) 

>> "Learning is not linear." - Quinzel P. (@socialqs) 

>> "A lot of it, at least for me, was just realizing that no one is here to save me." - Eric W. (@ericcwilson)

> Smoke DZA x Curren$y - "Cinderella Story"
> Digable Planets - "Jettin" 

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Cultivation (with Marcus C.)

Session 75: Discernment

Our Season Four finale sees India, Eric, and Aazim waxing poetic about everything from spiritual encounters and multiversal experiences to the importance of language and incessant absurdity of America. We'll see you on the other side! 

TL;DL: 27 → The Rippling Effect → Higher Self → Nice To See You, India → Left Field → Absurdity x Conditioning → Right Field → A Glitch In The System → Dreamland → Two ?!  

> Jump by MC Tree G (@mctreeg)

>> "The next time I feel that way, I'll just listen." - India G. (@isamgreg)

>> "I really do believe in the power of words." - Eric W. (@ericcwilson)

>> "What I'm experiencing doesn't fit within the definitions that you're giving me." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Kay Young - "White Teeth" 
> John Legend - "Save Room"

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Discernment

Session 00: What's Going On ?!

Founders Eric C. Wilson & Aazim Jafarey give you insight on why they started You Free ?! and what they hope to achieve with this digital community.

> Jump by Percee G. (@percee.g)

>> "How best can we utilize our education, our talents... as well as just a general understanding of the world to give back?" - Eric W. (@ayofresco)

>> "Life is what you double down on." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Elvis Costello & The Roots - "WAKE Me Up"

> Jeezy ft. Jay Z - "Go Crazy Remix"

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What's Going On ?!

Session 01: Connection (with Nnamdi N.)

Aazim and Eric speak with the founder of the University of Good, Nnamdi N., about the importance of building connections through difficult times and the transformative power that discipline and consistency has on life.

TL; DL: Work vs. Stress → Introducing Nnamdi → The University of Good → "You" → Internet Intentions → Education, Motivation, Curation → Someone To See → Discipline → New Room → You Ready ?!

> Jump by Mari (@mariworld)

>> "Knowing that someone is experiencing what you experienced - it's a magical thing." - Nnamdi N. (@universityofgood)

>> "That exchange and that transfer of energy, you know?" - Eric W. (@ayofresco)

>> "It's about the 'you,' and the 'you' can be whoever is listening." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Sade - "By Your Side (Neptunes Remix)"

> Quentin Miller - "Values... (feat. Soundz)"

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Connection (with Nnamdi N.)

Session 02: Twin Flames (with India G.)

India G. joins Eric and Aazim to share her experiences navigating life and exploring different elements of the modern dating scene.

TL;DL: “Traditional” Structures → Expectations vs. Reality →True to Self → Emotional Availability → Hi, India → Twin Flames → Love x Lust → Burrr → Know Yourself → Role Models ?!"

> Jump by Cleveland S. (@delacleve)

>> "Why put yourself in a situation where you can only have limited satisfaction?" - India G. (@isamgreg) 

>> "No matter where you go... somehow, some way you end up just finding your way back to each other." - Eric W. (@ayofresco) 

>> "That's what feels right to me, that's what I'm going to move forward with." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> JMSN -  “Sunshine”

> Jaden Smith - “Weekend in Atlantis 

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Twin Flames (with India G.)

Session 03: Playlist Pootie (with Tavares I.)

Aazim and Eric speak with Tavares I. of Studio Populi, a community-driven fashion company inspired by popular culture, personal branding, and collaborative thinking.

TL; DL: The Set Life → Meet T → Studio Populi → Let The Clothes Talk → Be You → The (Un)learning Process → If Hillary Won ... → Black Hollywood → South Got Something To Say → What's Your Therapy ?!

> Jump by Mike N. (@mickeylake)

>> "Liberation always comes after turmoil." - Tavares I. (@VisioPop)

>> "It was like, alright, this is actually who I am." - Eric W. (@ayofresco)

>> "That last one wasn't perfect, but this one's gonna be." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Saito & Lester, Nowhere - “Day By Day” ft. Omaure 

> Cousin Stizz - “Butterfly” 

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Playlist Pootie (with Tavares I.)

Session 04:  Colombia / Columbus (with Glenn C.)

Glenn C. of Movers and Shakers NYC joins Eric and Aazim to discuss how he is using augmented and virtual reality to fight for equality and reshape historical narratives.

TL; DL: Power Plays → What's Good, Glenn? → The Jefe Debate →  Cruising Colombia → Travel Logs → The Next Wave of Activism → King vs. Columbus → Charlottesville → Unexpected Encounters → Common Ground ?!

> Jump by Dwai (@djdwai)

>> "If you handle it at the beginning, it unravels the rest." - Glenn C. (@lljefe)

>> "Y'all know there are other languages..." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

>> "The jig is definitely important." - Eric W. (@ayofresco)

> Little Sims - “Boss”

> Hollywood JB - “Red, Black & Blue”

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Colombia / Columbus (with Glenn C.)

Session 05: Field Goals (with Doug M.)

Eric and Aazim hop on a call with Doug M. to learn about how years of playing football and his love for the book Principles by Ray Dalio, have helped him cultivate a dynamic perspective on business and teamwork within the corporate world.

TL;DL: Doug From DC → Dream On → Book of Choice → Radical Transparency → Coaching Styles → The Gridiron → Simplifying Finance → (L)earning → Read Something → Reality Remixed ?!

> Jump by an anonymous soul in Seoul 

>> "Read whatever you gotta read to read something." - Doug M.  (@ascertainn_) 

>> "Where's there gonna be growth or progression if you continuously do the same thing?" - Eric W. (@ayofresco)

>> "If I am criticizing you, it's because I feel like you can criticize me." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> 9ice - "Lay Low No" 

> Key! & Kenny Beat- “Demolition 1 + 2”

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Field Goals (with Doug M.)

Session 06: Auntie Bleep (with Beejul K.)

Aazim connects with Beejul K. for a joke-filled conversation about what it's like growing up as a first-generation Pakistani-American.

TL;DL: Beejul Checks In → Music Is Halal! → The House My Dad Grew Up In → Christmas → The Kominas → Historical Traditions of World Music →  Rhythm x Religion→  Islamic Interactions → Others, Us, Ourselves →  The Next Generation, Tho ?!

> Jump by Mike W. (@mike.w1z)

>> "We are a part of this culture. Even if people would want to separate because of one thing, it's an undeniable fact." - Beejul K. (@sweetbeejus)

>> "At least we're shattering some stereotypes for our listeners." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Udit Narayan, Hariharan, & Kailash Kher - "Yun Hi Chala Chal" 

> The Kominas - "See Something, Say Something"

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Auntie Bleep (with Beejul K.)

Session 10: Watch Your Thoughts (with Khoa N.)

Eric and Aazim converse with Khoa N. about mindfulness, influence, and the role of tech companies in modern society.

TL;DL: Role Models → Hey, Khoa → Seattle via Vietnam → Thoughts on Thoughts → Utopia → Good Meets Evil → Companies x Consumers → PR Pandering → The Speed of Progress → Revisions ?! 

> Jump by Jackson F. (@jacksonfisher_kingofposts)

>> "When you love something so much, sharing that with someone...  it makes it even better.” - Khoa N. (@wave_king_kool)

>> "We're all looking for guidance at the end of the day." - Eric W. (@ayofresco)

>> "If that connection could just be made, people would move differently. " - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Onra - "Relax In Mui Ne

> Anna Malee - "Stay Put"

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Watch Your Thoughts (with Khoa N.)

Session 16: Help Me, Help You (with Kyle S.)

In our first session of Season Two, Kyle S. of Innerglow joins Eric and Aazim to share his thoughts on mediation, asking for help, seeking guidance, and the power of community.

TL;DL: Help! → Keep It Positive → Introducing Kyle → Trust Levels → Mentors x Advisors → Out of The Blue → Value Add → Human Connection → Discipline Is Liberation → Expectations ?! 

> Jump by Nikki G. 

>> "Nobody does anything on their own. We need each other with everything." - Kyle S. (@kylesomersall) 

>> "The way I've realized to measure success is: 'Am I happy? Did I have a good and productive day?'" - Eric W. (@ayofresco)

>> "Someone's gotta come up to me and be like, 'Yo, you got something on your face.'" - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Homeshake - "Just Like My"
> SUA - "letuknow."

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Help Me, Help You (with Kyle S.)

Session 17: No Stress Policy (with Mike N.)

Aazim and Eric are joined by Mike N. for a vivacious conversation about shifting passions, making music, and appreciating the people in your life.

TL;DR: Talk To Me → Family First → Mike Checks In → My Picasso → Mickey Lake → Digital Diary → Chasing Perfection  → Effective Marketing → Appreciate Appreciation → Catch 22 ?!

> Jump by Tavares I. (@visiopop)

>> "I'ma have 100 professions before I'm done, it's just who I am." - Mike N. (@mickeylake_)

>> "I'm more the Basquiat, but you know..." - Eric W. (@ayofresco) 

>> "No musician is perfect, but I've heard some perfect songs in my lifetime." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Burna Boy - "On The Low"
> J Dilla - "Let Me Be The One"

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No Stress Policy (with Mike N.)

Session 18: On Targét (with Giselle L.)

Giselle L. calls in to talk to Eric and Aazim about balancing various creative endeavors and passions and learning how to navigate life after college. 

TL;DL: Artistic Avenues → New Voice→ Day Trippin' → New Space, New Pace → Vision Boards → Gratitude → Post Grad Growth → It's Giselle, BTW → Stop The Show → What Do We Know ?!

> Jump by VibeVilla (@VibeVillaTO)

>> "It's becoming increasingly important for me to share what I need to share in a way that is real and authentic." - Giselle L. (@giselle.grapples)

>> "I need some water in my sights." - Eric W. (@ayofresco)

>> "Putting it into the universe requires some action beyond just thinking it." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Shy Girls - "Drain"
> Isaiah Rashad - "Heavenly Father"

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On Targét (with Giselle L.)

Session 19: For The Living (with Derrick H.)

Aazim and Eric speak with Derrick H. about the otherworldly nature of creating music and the never-ending art vs. artist debate. 

TL;DL: Art vs. Artist → Intentions x Responses → Meet Derrick → (Re-)Writing History → Studio Sessions → From Above → Songversations → Navigating Feedback → Too Many Critics → Who Made The Beat ?!

> Jump by Mahalia J.

>> "I can never let feedback stop me from telling the truth." - Derrick H. (@corneliusplus)

>> "We have to just make sure that we're spreading the awareness and allowing other people to really make decisions and think for themselves, to the best of our ability." - Eric W. (@ayofresco) 

>> "They say that history is told by the victors, but we should be aspiring to not having victors." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> SWV - "I Wanna Be Where You Are"
> Cornelius Plus - "Moonlight"

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For The Living (with Derrick H.)

Session 20: Podcast Voice (with Manizeh A.)

Manizeh A. joins Aazim and Beejul for an insightful discussion on identity, what it means to be an American with international ties, and a whole lot more.

TL;DL: Behind the Mic → Me, Manizeh → NY vs MA → International Ties → Identities → Part of the Solution → Global Experience → Sum of Parts → Better Together → Sunday School ?!

> Jump by Lisa L.

>> "I still want to be here so badly to be a part of the solution and to work towards the America that I want and the America that I identify as." - Manizeh A. (@zehtoven)

>> "I've always found myself most at home in my passions." - Beejul K. (@sweetbeejus) 

>> "I have to decide on a destination first, so..." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Koffee - "Toast"
> Vampire Weekend - "Harmony Hall"

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Podcast Voice (with Manizeh A.)

Session 23: Spring Chickens (with Scott C.)

Scott C. calls in to regale Eric and Aazim with stories of his unorthodox experience working at a vegan animal sanctuary.

TL;DL: The Sanctuary → As Chickens Do → Sick As A... → The Blind Duck → Where We Draw Lines → Vegan Voyages → 'Sup Scott? → Ice Cold Beard → The Right Recipes → Real Cheese ?! 

> Jump by David L.

>> "There are ducks out there that care, and if you told me that a year ago I wouldn’t believe you." - Scott C.  

>> “Long game, you know that you’re putting your best foot forward to keep this earth and planet in a good condition." - Eric W. (@ayofresco)

>> "You played chicken with a cow?" - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Basa Basa - “Together We Win”
> Lee Fields & The Expressions - “Wake Up”

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Spring Chickens (with Scott C.)

Session 29: Grandpa Goings' Guitar (with Percee G.)

Aazim chops it up with Percee G. about a host of topics including life outside of America, growing older, and the art of juggling multiple projects.

TL;DL: Hello, World → It's Percee → DC Chillin' vs. NY Hustle →  Renaissance Man → Learning Is Power → The Realization → End of the Tunnel (Vision) →  Musical Memories → Planning x Prioritizing → You Too ?! 

> Jump by Marcus C. (@stmarx) 

>> “You got where you were, and then you got where you wanna be at.” - Percee G.  (@percee.g) 

>> "Anyway, I’m just gonna hand you the mic...” - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Mayra Andrade - "Manga”
> Slowthai - “Gorgeous”

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Grandpa Goings' Guitar (with Percee G.)

Session 31 : "Timeline(s)” (with Clarence C.)

For the first session of Season Three, Aazim and Eric ruminate with Clarence C. about community, time accumulation, parallel universes, and much more. 

TL; DL: The Conversation Never Stops → Support vs. Competition → Reflections on the Digital Revolution → Introducing Clarence → The Philosophy of Time → Time Accumulation → Alternate Realities, Possible Worlds → Man vs. Selves → Choosing Your Future → Where The Cheat Codes At, Tho ?!

> Jump by Kyle S. (@kylesomersall)

>> "What was that wind's intention?” - Clarence C. (@actionclanton)

>> “Once you know what to look for, it's all open." - Eric W. (@ayofresco)

>> "It's all game that you're soaking up for your own journey." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> The Black Eyed Peas - "Boogie That Be" 
> The Steve Miller Band - "Fly Like An Eagle (The Widdler Remix)" 

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Timeline(s) (with Clarence C.)

Session 32: "Uncle Mo” (with Maurice H.)

Maurice H. speaks with Eric and Aazim about physical and mental well-being, the potential benefits of social media, and what it really means to be disciplined.

TL; DL: Access to (Mis)information → Talk to Me Nice! → Meeting Mo → Physical + Mental = Wellness → Curating Content → The Power of The Gram → The Power of The Mind → Intentional Living → Motivation vs. Discipline → Who You Rocking With ?! 

> Jump by LawTWINZ(@law_twinz)

>> "Anyone can be motivated, but it takes a special person to be disciplined.” - Maurice H. (@mo.wellness)

>> “We're really gonna be the director, the producer, and the CEO of our own lives." - Eric W. (@ayofresco)

>> "If we add our voices more, then hopefully the conversation starts to shift." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Masego - "Radio"
> Bat for Lashes - "Feel For You"

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Uncle Mo (with Maurice H.)

Session 33: Bruh... Don't Do That (with Andrew J. and Yeab T.)

Aazim hops on a call with Andrew J. and Yeab T. that touches on higher education, generational differences, and the incessant energy of New York City.

TL; DL:  Hypothetical Kids, Real Colleges → What Success Means (To You) → "That's Right, Those Degrees" → Generational Concepts of Identity → O Hai, Yeab & Dwai → Bay Area Rap → Big Apple Adjustments → NY Values, NY Energies → It's a Big World After All → Where You Going ?!

> Jump by Whoopi G. (@whoopigoldberg)

>> "If you think New York is mean, you just got your feelings hurt.” - Andrew J. (@dwaiguy)

>> “I don't see myself leaving and never coming back." - Yeab T. (@_yeab_)

>> "I just wanna get myself out of these bubbles and see what happens." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

>  Men I Trust - "Air" 
>  El Michels Affair - "Can It All Be So Simple" 

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Bruh... Don't Do That (with Andrew J. and Yeab T.)

Session 34: What's Gucci ?! (with Perla M.)

Perla M. joins Aazim and Eric for an expansive conversation about the ins and outs of fashion, aesthetics, and self-expression.

TL; DL: The Art of Thrifting → Old School Cool → Fashion ≠ Luxury → Authentic Aesthetics → Hi, Perla → Fitting In vs. Standing Out → The Politics of Self-Expression → Less Is More → Businesses, Brands, Buyers → Baggy Jeans ?!

> Jump by Lauren L. (@laurenlondon)

>> "The culture really comes together through fashion.” - Perla M. (@su_perla_tive)

>> “This is just cozy and comfortable for my daily life." - Eric W. (@ayofresco)

>> "One person's trash fit is someone else's fire fit." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Jadagrace - "Bounce"
> Headie One - "Back to Basics (feat. Skepta)"

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What's Gucci ?! (with Perla M.)

Session 35: All Jokes Aside (with Jackson F.)

Eric and Aazim speak with Jackson F. to learn about his Nebraskan roots and experiences as a comedian-slash-teacher. 

TL; DL: Start Out, Stand Up → Reading The Room → Now On Stage: Jackson → Homegrown In Nebraska → Crowd Interactions → Learning By Watching Others → Roasting vs. Reaching → Using Humor To Cope (Sometimes) → Everyone's A Comedian... → What's Up Next ?! 

> Jump by Jim C. (@jimcarrey__)

>> "Most of the time, you don't want to take yourself too seriously.” - Jackson F. (@jacksonfisher_kingofposts)

>> “Reading the room, gauging the vibes and energy..." - Eric W. (@ayofresco)

>> "If the joke hits, the joke hits." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Lauren Faith - "Jheeze (Sam Wills Remix)"
> Mocky - "Put It In A Song"

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All Jokes Aside (with Jackson F.)

Session 41: The Right Thing (with Harmony R.)

Aazim and Eric are joined by Harmony R. for an eye-opening exchange about social justice, mental health, and how we can leverage technology to build a better world.

TL; DL: Radio Raheem → The Inequalities of Justice → Long Live Kalief Browder → What Resilience Looks Like → Mental Health Matters → Narrative x Identity → Hey, Harmony → Transitioning Into Tech → We Have The Tools → How You Helping ?!

> Jump by Kobe B. (@kobebryant)

>> "There's no such thing as a first chance for a lot of folks in this country." - Harmony R. (@harmonic.aa) 

>> “All the dots are there, we just have to make sure the technology can connect it as honestly as possible." - Eric W. (@ayofresco)

>> "We have the resources that we need, they're just not in the right places." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Nas - "Rule (feat. Amerie)”
> Ayizan - "Tribilasyon" 

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The Right Thing (with Harmony R.)

Session 42: Pudding (with Arjun R.) 

Eric and Aazim connect with Arjun R. about a variety of subjects related to comedy, humor, and content creation. 

TL; DL: All Theories, No Facts → No Smoke With The Barbers → Grapes & Chill → Welcome Back, Arjun → A Town Called Bel-Air → God Bless Dave Chappelle → Outside Input → What's Not Funny Now... → The Power of A Joke → Right Guys ?! 

> Jump by Kevin F. (@kevonstage)

>> "Sometimes the biggest laugh comes from the smallest moment." - Arjun R. (@arjunarjunarjunarjunarjun)

>> “They get the behind the scenes right now though." - Eric W. (@ayofresco)

>> "Your favorite joke might not necessarily be the joke that resonates with everybody else." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Born Jamericans - "Boom Shak-A-Tak (Dancehall Remix)"
> Unknown Mortal Orchestra - "Hunnybee" 

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Pudding (with Arjun R.)

Session 50

> Jump by Percee G. (@percee.g)

>> "There's something inside of us that's pushing us to find some of these answers" - Eric W. (@ayofresco)

>> "The authenticity is what's inspiring to me." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Manga Saint Hilare - "Fools Gold"
> PJ Morton - "Sticking To My Guns"

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Session 55: Next Question (with Faiyad A.)

Eric and Aazim connect with Faiyad A. to converse about the curiosity that global citizens should have while navigating the world around them and the importance of letting your guard down when meeting new people and exploring unfamiliar spaces. Faiyad also opens up about his Bengali roots, his experiences with assimilation, and his recent exploration into music as a creative outlet.

TL; DL: Passport → New Places, New Faces → Kinship → Introducing Faiyad → A Curious Mind → Six Strings → Navigating Assimilation → Eastern Insights → Adapting vs. Evolving → Change or Understand ?!

> Jump by Alan W. (@alanwattsorg)

>> "It seems pretty clear that we share a lot more than what separates us." - Faiyad A. (@foahmad)

>> "Getting that different perspective allows you to step out of your reality and take those positive risks." - Eric W. (@ericcwilson)

>> "There's a difference between adapting and evolving."  - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> The Foreign Exchange - "On A Day Like Today"
> Frisco - "Sleepless Nights"

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Next Question (with Faiyad A.)

Session 56: Abundance (with Jess D.)

Aazim and Eric are joined by Jess D., a/k/a Aura, for a discussion that covers a variety of topics including valuing those closest to you, appreciating appreciation, and the importance of keeping your ego in check. Aura also reflects on her artistic journey as a songwriter and her passion for patient-centric product management.

TL; DL: First Song → Connections > Streams → Into The World → Abstraction → Room For Everyone → The Archive → a/k/a Aura → Patient-Centric Products → Validation vs. Affirmation → Who Are You... ?! 

> Jump by Keke P. (#kekepalmer)

>> "I don't care if I connect to one person or to a hundred." - Jessica D. (@_auramusic)

>> "Tribalism is definitely strong nowadays." - Eric W. (@ericcwilson)

>> "When it's not there, that's when you miss it." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Aura - "Money Right"
> Wale - "Flawed (feat. Gunna)"

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Abundance (with Jess D.)

Session 57: Brick By Brick (with Alex C.)

Alex C. speaks with Eric and Aazim about the evolution of his lifestyle brand Earners (shopearners.com) and his experiences as both an artist and an entrepreneur. The trio also chop it up about the nature of networking, the importance of positive thinking, and the power that comes with trusting yourself and taking accountability for your actions. 

TL; DL: Stay Sharp → Meet + Greet → Lex Checks In → The Art of Earning → Skateboard P → Timeless x Exclusive → Trust Yourself → Love Is Love → If You Woke Up Today... → Accountability ?!

> Jump by Pharrell W. (@pharrell)

>> "I wake up every day and I earn." - Alex C. (@suckafreelex)

>> "Accountability works both ways." - Eric W. (@ericcwilson)

>> "Don't fault us 'cause you weren't hip earlier." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Busta Rhymes - "Enjoy Da Ride"
> King Geedorah - "Next Levels"

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Brick By Brick (with Alex C.)

Session 59: Kinfolk (with David D.)

David D. joins Cleveland and Eric for a powerful conversation about power, politics, and progress. The trio discuss their eye-opening experiences with racism, the challenges of working with elected officials, and the importance of documenting history as we live it.  

TL; DL: Primary Sources → Hey, Dave x It's Cle' Again → Living Through History → Michael Donald → The Badge → Two Sides, Same Coin  → Power + Politics → Inside The Caucus → Transparency → Cognitive Dissonance ?! 

> Jump by Malcolm X.

>> "There's no black and white - the truth is in the grey. " - David D. (@dafinessekiddd_)

>> "Power, or despotism rather, isn't partisan." - Cleveland S. (@delacleve)

>> "If we're not living through history, what exactly are we living through?" - Eric W. (@ericcwilson)

> Lil Wayne - "Nightmares of the Bottom" 
> Lupe Fiasco - "WAV Files" 

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Kinfolk (with David D.)

Session 60: Fresh Eyes (with Chelsa T.)

Chelsa T. calls in to speak with Kelly and Aazim about her yoga journey, creating a community for BIPOC millennial women, and working in service of others. The conversation also covers the importance of language, the art of challenging other people's conceptions, and the beauty of building authentic connections in an online setting. 

TL; DL: Sun, Moon, Stars → The Little Steps → Hello, Chelsa x Kelly's Back → Yoga Class → Roots + Reimagination → Internet Intimacy → SOULache Rx → Paying It Forward → Limitless Language → Something New ?! 

> Jump by Alice W. (#alicewalker)

>> "I wasn't put on this earth to be a repeat.  " - Chelsa T. (@otc_ily)

>> "You should always start there: with you." - Kelly C. (@__callmekel)

>> "I love how y'all speak." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Mos Def - "Sun, Moon, Stars"
> Ani DiFranco - "Revolutionary Love"

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Fresh Eyes (with Chelsa T.)

Session 61: Story Time (with Savannah C.)

Aazim and Eric are joined by Savannah C. for a conversation covering individuality, self-expression, human connection, and much more. Savannah also opens up about her childhood as a missionary kid, her educational experiences in Texas, and how her endless curiosity has gotten her in trouble with authority figures.

TL; DL: Unique Upbringing → Stage Right → Grace To Grow → Whistleblower → Nice To Meet You, Savannah → Make It Make Sense → Identity Crisis → Someone To Talk To → Back To Peru → More To Give ?! 

> Jump by Alicia C. (@acortezmusic)

>> "What can I learn from this situation? What can I take out of it?" - Savannah C. (@_savananan)

>> "How else are we supposed to figure this whole life thing out, without dialogue and questions?" - Eric W. (@ericcwilson)

>> "You have the information, you just don't care about the information." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Kierra Sheard - "Don't Judge Me (feat. Missy Elliott)"
> Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings - "Inspiration Information"

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Story Time (with Savannah C.)

Session 62: Canvas (with Mamadou Y.)

Mamadaou Y. talks to Eric and Aazim about his journey as a multifaceted creative and the development of his recent album, To Stitch A Rose. Mamadou also speaks candidly about being the son of Malian immigrants, growing up in Harlem, and embracing his Islamic faith. 

TL; DL: Mother Tongue → Survival Tactics vs. Superpowers → A Poet First → Meet Mamadou. → Letting It Breathe → Persistent x Patient → Words Can Only Do So Much → Inshallah → Right Hook → The Middle ?! 

> Jump by Shems F. (@shemsfriedlanderart)

>> "That's the beauty and complexity of humanity: we're everything and nothing at the same time." - Mamadou Y. (@mamadouofficiall)

>> "It's realizing that everything is the journey."  - Eric W. (@ericcwilson)

>> "That's sort of what poetry is, right?" - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly) 

> Tartit - "Yahoye"
> Mamadou. - "Childhood Memories"

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Canvas (with Mamadou Y.)

Session 63: Ducking Fame (with MC Tree G)

Chicago hip-hop legend MC Tree G (don't forget the G!) calls in for an unfiltered discussion about his longevity, the fulfillment that comes with embracing anonymity, and why he would have pursued politics if he hadn't become an artist. Tree also opens up about his creative process, the inspiration behind his newest album, Soul Trap, and much more. 

TL;DL: 0% → Talk To Tree → Elevation of The Game → If I Sound Like Them... → 40,000 Unread Emails → Always Been Mature → Houdini → The Right Time → Police Mon → No Surprises ?! 

> Jump by Sam G. (#samgreenlee) 

>> "Who I am now is who I'm supposed to be, who I was always going to be." - Tree (@mctreeg)

>> "The music speaks for itself." - Eric W. (@ericcwilson) 

>> "You really have to live to create." - Aazim J. (@iseelucidly)

> Tree - "ALL I'll EVA B"
> Tree - "Scared of Airplanes"

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Ducking Fame (with MC Tree G)

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