In this episode, we’re joined by Ferris Wheel Jay—an Emmy-winning Creative Director, Platinum Producer, and the voice behind the wildly popular Instagram series What is New York.

Jay takes us on a journey through his Brooklyn roots, raised by two loving yet no-nonsense Abuelitas who enrolled him in military school, yet gave him with lessons in making Puerto Rican Sofrito. He shares on what it’s like to feel deeply connected to his Latino identity despite not speaking Spanish, the moment he overdosed and how he’s turned his authenticity into a superpower.

We dive into his creative path—from landing collaborations with French Montana, Jay-Z’s Planes, and Timberland, to the hustle and heart behind his Emmy win. Along the way, Jay reflects on how nurturing his inner child and a love for all things creative shaped a career he’s truly passionate about.

This is a story about culture, creativity, and staying true to yourself in the city that never sleeps.

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In this episode, we sit down with Brooklyn’s own Maiya The Don, the Afro-Latina Lyricist who took 2024 by storm as a member of the XXL Freshman Class. Maiya shares how her journey from makeup artist to TikTok star to Rapper unfolded during the pandemic and dives into how her Latina roots and abuela’s wisdom shaped her always-fly aesthetic.

We also talk about her favorite Rappers, the iconic collaboration with Telfar, and them big plans for 2025. Get ready for laughs, hip-hop bonding and the tea on Maiya’s dynamic rise in the music game.

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Let's dive into the life of Victor Almanzar, a Marine-turned-actor whose journey will make a thug shed a tear or two. Born in the Dominican Republic and raised in Brooklyn, Victor opens up about the profound challenges of reintegrating into society after serving in the military.

We dive into his experiences in Kosovo and Iraq, the struggles veterans face when transitioning to civilian life, and how he found purpose and healing through acting. From his breakout role in the Pulitzer Prize-winning Between Riverside and Crazy to appearances in Homeland, Power, Empire, Blood Bloods and more, Victor shares the highs and lows of his career as an actor and music artist and the resilience it took to get there.

This one is about identity, perseverance, and the power of art to transform lives.

🎧 Tune in now to hear Victor’s incredible story!

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