Interview series with Chicago artists x industry, creatives x culture leaders.

Hosted by Chicago broadcast journalist x college educator Jaime Black.

Chicagoverse (2016 Series)

Dynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 001: Jake Krez (These Days)
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On the first episode of Dynasty Podcasts' second decade reboot, Chicago music writer Jake Krez (These Days, DJ Booth) joins host Jaime Black to talk about his work showcasing local artists across blogs, broadcasts, events, and more.

Broadcast live on Sunday, November 29th at http://dynastypodcasts.tv from Soundscape Studios in Chicago as part of the #DYNASTYNEXT initiative.

Produced by Audrey Sutherland x Ingrid Lejins
Logo design by Danyelle Sage | http://danyellesage.com
Voice imaging by Alice Hayes

Chicagoverse 001 - Jake Krez (These Days)

Dynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 002: Phil Shaw
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During the first live broadcast of Dynasty Podcasts' second decade reboot, Chicago hip hop photographer Phil Shaw joins Jaime Black to discuss his work shooting in the music and nightlife scenes! Shaw shares how he only recently started delving into the world of serious photography, as well as talking about getting looks from outlets like Complex and Green Label.

Broadcast live on Sunday, November 29th at http://dynastypodcasts.tv from Soundscape Studios in Chicago as part of the #DYNASTYNEXT initiative.

Produced by Audrey Sutherland x Ingrid Lejins
Logo design by Danyelle Sage | http://danyellesage.com
Voice imaging by Alice Hayes

Chicagoverse 002 - Phil Shaw

Dynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 003 - Giselle Gatsby (Glamour Girl)
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During the first live broadcast of Dynasty Podcasts' second decade reboot, Giselle Gatsby of Glamour Girl visits the podcast to tell Jaime Black about the goals and focus of the female-focused magazine. Gatsby reveals the efforts and strategies that go into producing a physical, printed magazine, in addition to sharing the names of some Chicago talent she and the magazine support.

Broadcast live on Sunday, November 29th at http://dynastypodcasts.tv from Soundscape Studios in Chicago as part of the #DYNASTYNEXT initiative.

Produced by Audrey Sutherland x Ingrid Lejins
Logo design by Danyelle Sage | http://danyellesage.com
Voice imaging by Alice Hayes

Chicagoverse 003 - Giselle Gatsby (Glamour Girl)

Dynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 003 - Giselle Gatsby (Glamour Girl)
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During the first live broadcast of Dynasty Podcasts' second decade reboot, Nicholas Winholt & Austin Woo - AKA Win and Woo - make their Dynasty Podcasts debut! The DJ and producer duo reveal their origins in collaborating, dating back to a college barn dance gig. The pair also share details about their untitled mixtape series, and preview upcoming plans for 2016.

Broadcast live on Sunday, November 29th at http://dynastypodcasts.tv from Soundscape Studios in Chicago as part of the #DYNASTYNEXT initiative.

Produced by Audrey Sutherland x Ingrid Lejins
Logo design by Danyelle Sage | http://danyellesage.com
Voice imaging by Alice Hayes

Chicagoverse 004 - Win And Woo

Dynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 005 - Sir The Baptist
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Chicago's Sir The Baptist kicks off the second week of Dynasty Podcasts' weekly live broadcast series. The artist and activist talks about growing up in the church and around music, his plans to break gospel in the mainstream, and his approach to his activist work in Chicago.

Broadcast live on Sunday, December 6th at http://dynastypodcasts.tv from Soundscape Studios in Chicago as part of the #DYNASTYNEXT initiative.

Produced by Audrey Sutherland x Prov Krivoshey
Logo design by Danyelle Sage | http://danyellesage.com
Voice imaging by Alice Hayes

Chicagoverse 005 - Sir The Baptist

Dynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 006 - Hawley Shoffner
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Singer-songwriter Hawley Shoffner makes her Dynasty Podcasts debut in support of her new Tiger EP. Shoffner discusses her beginnings as a songwriter, revealing how she transitioned from being a more private person to performing publicly as a musician. The artist also delves into her views on the Chicago DIY community and culture.

Broadcast live on Sunday, December 6th at http://dynastypodcasts.tv from Soundscape Studios in Chicago as part of the #DYNASTYNEXT initiative.

Produced by Audrey Sutherland x Prov Krivoshey
Logo design by Danyelle Sage | http://danyellesage.com
Voice imaging by Alice Hayes

Chicagoverse 006 - Hawley Shoffner

Dynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 007 - Goodbye Tomorrow
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Goodbye Tomorrow is a Chicago rap group and creative collective, one that's shrouded in mystery, with no photos of its members and no names given for anyone involved. Nevertheless, the group visited Dynasty Podcasts to reveal what they can share about their operation and objectives. The outfit delves into how their process works with an expansive roster of collaborators, as well as explaining why they reveal so little about who actually is involved with the group.

Broadcast live on Sunday, December 6th at http://dynastypodcasts.tv from Soundscape Studios in Chicago as part of the #DYNASTYNEXT initiative.

Produced by Audrey Sutherland x Prov Krivoshey
Logo design by Danyelle Sage | http://danyellesage.com
Voice imaging by Alice Hayes

Chicagoverse 007 - Goodbye Tomorrow

Dynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 008 - Bernie Levv
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Chicago songstress returns to Dynasty Podcasts to discuss her Golden Hour record, released in the fall of 2015. Levv delves into her beginnings as a musician, as well as detailing the various other art forms she pursues, including dancing and more. The artist also shares plans to create and release more music and content going forward in 2016.

Broadcast live on Sunday, December 13th at http://dynastypodcasts.tv from Soundscape Studios in Chicago as part of the #DYNASTYNEXT initiative.

Produced by Prov Krivoshey
Logo design by Danyelle Sage | http://danyellesage.com
Voice imaging by Alice Hayes

Chicagoverse 008 - Bernie Levv

Dynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 008 - FEE LION
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FEE LION makes her Dynasty Podcasts debut, opening up about her approach to her music, her live set up, and more. The Chicago artist details her minimal approach to her aesthetic, in videos as well as on stage. FEE LION also details her experiences with Salonathon and the University of Chicago's Chicago Performance Lab, explaining how both institutions helped her develop her work. Finally, the performer provides an update on her forthcoming full length, Carbon Copy.

Broadcast live on Sunday, December 13th at http://dynastypodcasts.tv from Soundscape Studios in Chicago as part of the #DYNASTYNEXT initiative.

Produced by Prov Krivoshey
Logo design by Danyelle Sage | http://danyellesage.com
Voice imaging by Alice Hayes

Chicagoverse 009 - FEE LION

Dynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 010 - Scott Englert
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Scott Englert is the GRAMMY U Representative in Chicago, which entails spreading awareness of GRAMMY U's initiatives and advantages available to its college student members. Englert makes his Dynasty Podcasts debut to discuss his work with the chapter, speak to the advantages and intimacy of Chicago's music community, and reveal opportunities he aims to pursue upon graduating from Columbia College Chicago.

Broadcast live on Sunday, December 13th at http://dynastypodcasts.tv from Soundscape Studios in Chicago as part of the #DYNASTYNEXT initiative.

Produced by Prov Krivoshey
Logo design by Danyelle Sage | http://danyellesage.com
Voice imaging by Alice Hayes

Chicagoverse 010 - Scott Englert

Dynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 011 - Kweku Collins
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Kweku Collins is an MC from Chicago working with hometown indie hip hop label Closed Sessions. On his solo Dynasty Podcasts debut, the artist discusses working with Closed Sessions and approaching his craft as an adult, in addition to sharing details about his forthcoming full length, Nat Love. Collins also shares his ideal list of Chicago collaborators, including Saba and Chance The Rapper, and details his past work with Louder Than A Bomb.  

Broadcast live on Sunday, January 17th as part of the #DYNASTYNEXT initiative.

Logo design by Danyelle Sage | http://danyellesage.com
Voice imaging by Alice Hayes

Chicagoverse 011 - Kweku Collins

Dynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 012 - Jackie Carrasco
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Jackie Carrasco is producing her first event, For The Creatives, this Saturday, January 23rd, at the Chicago Art Dept. in Pilsen. In advance of the event, Carrasco checks in with Dynasty Podcasts to share her motivation for bringing the night's talent together, as well as revealing her ambitions and objectives for future creative showcase events.

Broadcast live on Sunday, January 17th as part of the #DYNASTYNEXT initiative.

Produced by Audrey Sutherland
Logo design by Danyelle Sage | http://danyellesage.com
Voice imaging by Alice Hayes

Chicagoverse 012 - Jackie Carrasco

Dynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 013 - Taylor Bennett
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One day after this twentieth birthday, Taylor Bennett returns to Dynasty Podcasts for his sophomore interview. The Chicago artist delves into the making of his debut album, Broad Shoulders, a more mature effort for the MC which recently premiered on Rolling Stone. Bennett also shares a list of his dream collaborators, as well as opening up about the steps he takes as an independent artist to craft the path of his career.

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Logo design by Danyelle Sage | http://danyellesage.com
Voice imaging by Alice Hayes

Chicagoverse 013 - Taylor Bennett

Dynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 014 - The Island Of Misfit Toys
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The Island Of Misfit Toys mastermind Anthony Sanders joins Dynasty Podcasts for his first in-person appearance on the network, following a call-in interview all the way back in 2011.

Sanders discusses the group's new album, I Made You Something, including the emotional centerpiece of the album, "Burble." The artist also delves into the raw emotional honesty in his songwriting, and the discomfort that can come from sharing that onstage in front of family.

Broadcast live on Sunday, January 24th at http://dynastypodcasts.tv from Soundscape Studios in Chicago as part of the #DYNASTYNEXT initiative.

Produced by Ingrid Lejins
Logo design by Danyelle Sage | http://danyellesage.com
Voice imaging by Alice Hayes

Chicagoverse 014 - The Island Of Misfit Toys

Dynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 015 - Olivia Grace
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Chicago singer-songwriter Olivia Grace makes her Dynasty Podcasts debut, in advance of her new EP, Heart Shaped Bruises. Grace shares how music has been an important part of her life since early on, as well as revealing how her songwriting has matured for her confident new record. The artist also speaks about her experiences on the industry side of things, including internships with institutions like GRAMMY U Chicago and Universal Music.

Broadcast live on Sunday, January 24th at http://dynastypodcasts.tv from Soundscape Studios in Chicago as part of the #DYNASTYNEXT initiative.

Produced by Ingrid Lejins
Logo design by Danyelle Sage | http://danyellesage.com
Voice imaging by Alice Hayes

Chicagoverse 015 - Olivia Grace

Dynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 016 - BJ The Chicago Kid
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In the midst of promo for his major label debut, BJ the Chicago Kid makes his Dynasty Podcasts debut to talk about his In My Mind record.

The artist delves into the long road to this moment, from working with countless other artists on their projects, to keeping himself motivated and focused on making his own music. BJ also discusses working with talent like Chance The Rapper and Kendrick Lamar on In My Mind, in addition to offering advice to artists who may be working towards their own making their own moment happen.

Recorded in Chicago as part of the #DYNASTYNEXT initiative.

Logo design by Danyelle Sage | http://danyellesage.com
Voice imaging by Alice Hayes

Chicagoverse 016 - BJ The Chicago Kid

Dynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 017 - Evie The Cool
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Chicago blogger and DJ Evie The Cool visits Dynasty Podcasts to talk about transitioning from Chicago to LA, and the difference between the creative cultures in both cities. Evie also delves into the local-centric focus of her blog, and what she loves about Chicago.

Broadcast live on Sunday, January 31st at http://dynastypodcasts.tv from Soundscape Studios in Chicago as part of the #DYNASTYNEXT initiative.

Produced by Prov Krivoshey
Logo design by Danyelle Sage | http://danyellesage.com
Voice imaging by Alice Hayes

Chicagoverse 017 - Evie The Cool

Dynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 018 - Chris Spencer (Vic Spencer x Chris Crack)
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Rappers Vic Spencer and Chris Crack come up for a shared interview to discuss their new joint project, Who the Fuck Is Chris Spencer??. The pair delve into how the project came together, as well as their thoughts on operating independently with a small team.

Broadcast live on Sunday, January 31st at http://dynastypodcasts.tv from Soundscape Studios in Chicago as part of the #DYNASTYNEXT initiative.

Produced by Prov Krivoshey
Logo design by Danyelle Sage | http://danyellesage.com
Voice imaging by Alice Hayes

Chicagoverse 018 - Chris Spencer (Vic Spencer X Chris Crack)

Dynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 019 - Owen Bones
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Owen Bones is an electronic artist from Chicago, who also specializes in experimental digital elements for his stage show. The artist visits Dynasty Podcasts to discuss his new Surrender! EP, delving into the collaborative and expansive nature of the project. Bones also sheds light on his stage production set up, detailing his desire for a more ambitious live experience.

Broadcast live on Sunday, January 31st at http://dynastypodcasts.tv from Soundscape Studios in Chicago as part of the #DYNASTYNEXT initiative.

Produced by Prov Krivoshey
Logo design by Danyelle Sage | http://danyellesage.com
Voice imaging by Alice Hayes

Chicagoverse 019 - Owen Bones

Dynasty Podcasts
Chicagoverse 020 - Glamour Hotline
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Chicago riot grrrl group Glamour Hotline makes their Dynasty Podcast debut an interview that covers their origins as a band. The group - Hayley Jordanna, Riley Cavanaugh, and Alex Lukawsk - discuss finding inspiration in the Kathleen Hanna documentary 'The Punk Singer,' as well as revealing opportunities they've found as a result of attending Columbia College Chicago.

Broadcast live on Sunday, February 7th, at http://dynastypodcasts.tv from Soundscape Studios in Chicago as part of the #DYNASTYNEXT initiative.

Produced by Ingrid Lejins
Logo design by Danyelle Sage | http://danyellesage.com
Voice imaging by Alice Hayes

Chicagoverse 020 - Glamour Hotline

Dynasty Podcasts is Chicago's first and longest-running music podcast and podcast network.

Hosted by Chicago broadcast journalist Jaime Black.

Chicagoverse (2016 Series)

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