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S3E10 Season 3 Ep:10 Ben Rodriguez (Professional Boxing Referee)
In our last episode of season 3, we sit down with Ben Rodriguez Chicago native, Puerto Rican proud, and international boxing referee. He is the proud father of an intelligent and athletic 15 year…
S3E9 Season 3 Ep 9: Rob Hultz / Bobby Good Times (Professional Musician/ Motorcycle Builder/ Electrician)
The 500 and Growing welcomes Rob Hultz also known as Bobby Good Times. In this episode, Rob opens up about his journey as a bassist, electrician, and motorcycle builder, while sharing candid…
S3E8 Season 3 Ep: 8 CJ "BlackAtak" Williams (Professional Breakdancer/ Educator/ Dance Studio Owner)
In this episode, we sit down with CJ “BlakAtak” Williams — co-owner of Steadfast Dance Studio, educator, and renowned Chicago B-Boy. He opens up about his journey growing up in the 80s and 90s, when…
S3E7 Season 3 Ep: 7 Gerald Brennan (Business Owner/ Author/ Independent Publisher/ Editor)
In this episode, we sit down with Gerald Brennan, founder of Tortoise Books, a fiercely independent Chicago-based publisher that’s rewriting the rules of the literary world. Tired of the "hare today,…
S3E6 Season 3 Ep 6: Jasmin Cardenas (Actress/ Playwright/ Storyteller/ Producer)
In this episode, Jasmin Cardenas shares what it was like being the only Colombiana (Latina) in her university program and how social justice shapes her creative work. With honesty and heart, she…
S3E5 Season 3 Ep 5: Demetrio P Maguigad (Founder of Polyrhythmic/ Creative Media and Design Strategy)
For over 25 years, Demetrio Maguigad has dedicated his career to building a more just and equitable world through the power of design, storytelling, and authentic human connection.Demetrio's journey…
S3E4 Season 3 Ep 4: Pastor Phil Jackson (Founder of The Firehouse Community Arts Center/ co-author of The Hip-Hop Church)
Pastor Phil Jackson has served on the front lines of urban youth ministry interrupting violence in the life of youth and young adults one relationship at a time through the arts and faith since…
S3E3 Season 3 Ep 3: Joe Abboreno (Fine Artist/ Muralist)
Joe’s artwork creates an experience where bright colors and simplified imagery engage the viewer’s ideas and fantasies. These informal and empowering creations are designed to bring a spark of joy to…
S3E2 Season 3 Ep 2: Dominique "D-Nick" Stockman (Hip-Hop MC/ Writer/ Comic Book Producer)
D-Nick The Microphone Misfit artist, writer & educator & counselor from Chicago by way of Flint MI. from The Microphone Misfitz The Microphone Misfitz are an international Hip-Hop &…
S3E1 Season 3 Ep 1: Turi Ryder (Radio Personality, Writer and Podcaster)
Turi Ryder is the author of “She Said What? (A Life on the Air)”, and hosts the “Turi Ryder’s She Said What?” podcast. You can find that at your favorite podcast spot. She’s also a current talk radio…
S2E10 Season 2 Ep 10: Emily "Emi Be Like" Brito Anguiano (Singer/Musician/Songwriter)
"emi be like" is the solo musical project of Mexican-American artist Emi Brito Anguiano. Emi grew up in a family with a lot of musical influence, since her father and grandfather were musicians in…
S2E8 Season 2 Ep 9: Kirk Spencer (British Electronic Music Producer)
Kirk Spencer is an artist and music producer from Nottingham. He melds elements of dance, alt-pop and eastern exotica into his music. With playlist cover support on Spotify's Fresh Finds, his…
S2E8 Season 2 Ep 8: Rudy Lozano Jr. (Community Activist/ Executive Director)
Rudy Lozano Jr. is an Executive Director in Global Philanthropy at JPMorgan Chase & Co. and is Head of The Fellowship Initiative, a national program that equips young men of color from…
S2E7 Season 2 Ep 7: Mike "Mikey O" Oquendo (Entrepreneur/ Executive Producer of Music, Comedy and Theater Events)
Mike Oquendo is a Chicago born and raised, proud Puerto Rican with a great love for his city and its people. Mike passionately produces Comedy, Theater and Music events both in Chicago and across the…
S2E6 Season 2 Ep 6: Dorian A. Ortega (Poet/ Entrepreneur/ Founder of F.L.Y. Radical Therapy)
Dorian A Ortega is a brown Boricua from Chicago. F.L.Y. Radical Therapy invites holistic healing practices that center BIPOC (Biracial, indigenous and people of color) and LGBTQ2SI+ individuals and…
S2E5 Season 2 Ep 5: Kerrie Anne Grace (Dancer/ Entrepreneur/ Founder and Director)
Kerrie is more than a seasoned performer, educator, and choreographer; she's a creative powerhouse with a lifetime of experience infusing art with heart. She holds a BFA in Theatre Arts along with a…
S2E4 Season 2 Ep 4: Gwen La Roka (Comedian and Actor)
Gwen La Roka is without a doubt a rising star of stand-up. She hit the comedy scene with an explosive energy that quickly won the hearts of her audiences and led to performances at world famous…
S2E3 Season 2 Ep 3: Eric "EPIK ONE" Oropeza (Hip-Hop Emcee, Producer, DJ)
Epik1's journey began in Chicago's Ukraine Village, where the vibrant hip-hop culture sparked their passion amidst the neighborhood's challenges. Immersed in graffiti and DJing from a young age, they…
S2E2 Season 2 Ep 2: Prexy Nesbitt (Civil Rights Activist and Educator)
Born on Chicago’s West Side, Prexy Nesbitt has spent more than five decades as an educator, activist, and speaker on Africa, foreign policy, and racism. Over the course of his career, Prexy has made…
S2E1 Season 2 Ep 1: Jennifer Asidao-Querubin (Entrepreneur, and Life Coach)
Founder and CEO of Reach Your Highest Potential, Jennifer Asidao-Querubin is a mindset and manifestation coach for up-and-coming leaders. Jennifer is second generation Filipina American, has a social…
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