Respecting Perspectives

Send us Fan Mail The canvas doesn’t lie. When TK steps up to paint, it’s with the weight of real life challenges, long nights, and a community that refuses to let the spark dim and the result is ELECTRIC. We dive into the moments that shaped her vision: customizing kicks to survive, drawing from imagination when references weren’t an option, and discovering that “PROTECTING YOUR ART” isn’t gatekee...

Send us Fan Mail What does it look like to live as art, not just make it? We sit down with Korri Darkheart, a musician, poet, painter, and cosplayer whose creative identity was forged in church pews, theater halls, and late-night rooms full of makers. From the first middle-school poem that cracked something open to the trance-like hum of a choir that never wants to stop, Korri charts how moments o...

Send us Fan Mail What if the most honest studio you’ll ever build is a closet lined with winter coats and a prayer you’re brave enough to press record? That’s where Bajsh started - an iPad, earbud mic, and a need to make something true - and that raw, DIY spirit threads through a story of healing, faith, and songs that travel farther than their maker imagined. AWALL sits with Bajsh to unpack Brave...

Send us Fan Mail A living room, a first Instagram post, and a spark that wouldn’t quit - Holden turned a teenage Apple obsession into Appleosophy, a media brand that’s broken stories big enough for The Verge, TechCrunch, and Business Insider to cite. We walk through the beats that made it work: spotting quiet signals, building a global team from fan communities, and turning process into advantage....

Send us Fan Mail What if the line between feeling and doing is exactly where your best work lives? We sit down with drummer and Respecting Perspectives Podcast producer Matthew Grubbe (for the second time) to trace the red thread between astrology, artistry, and the messy, beautiful work of finding BALANCE. From the drum kit to the birth chart, we explore why creativity demands both courage and co...

Send us Fan Mail What if the one question you’re avoiding is the key to momentum: are you having fun? Not the quick-hit, scroll-and-forget kind of fun, but the deep, sustaining kind that makes long nights in the studio feel like a privilege. This solo reset is a candid walk through AWALL's creativity, connection, and what it takes to turn today’s “impossible” into tomorrow’s normal. We start...

Send us Fan Mail What if the secret to a stronger music scene isn’t gear or clout, but connection? We sit down with engineer, educator, and Baltimore scene-builder Brandon Lackey to trace how he became a cornerstone of Lineup Room Studios, Bmore BeatClub, and the city’s bustling hip-hop ecosystem. From candid studio war stories to the classroom realities of teaching Brit lit, Brandon shows how tas...

Send us Fan Mail The moments that change your art often come from places that shift your focus. That’s the through line today as we sit down with Baltimore’s own Lil Webb to trace a creative life shaped by theater, forged in the studio, and anchored by a rare discipline most people never see. We get into how character work fuels performance and the surprising ways early stage roles and Shakespeare...

Send us Fan Mail Can one person’s choices ripple across a neighborhood, a coastline, even a culture? Steph Compton—organizer, zero-waste advocate, and movement lover—joins us to trace a path from Texas family roots and Interfusion Festival dance floors to door-to-door environmental wins and the everyday courage of saying “no” to single-use plastics. We get practical fast. Steph breaks down compost...

Send us Fan Mail When bassist Wyatt Graham, affectionately known as “The Destroyer,” steps into the Watermelon Room for his podcast debut, you can bet it won’t be business as usual. True to form, he showed up breaking things — including his pants — but that same unfiltered energy is what makes him the force he is today. Wyatt dives into the ups and downs of finding your artistic rhythm in a world...

Send us Fan Mail What does it truly mean to become yourself? In this soul-stirring conversation with designer and spiritual seeker Pinki of Lighter Fluid Designs, we explore the profound journey toward authentic self-expression in a world constantly trying to define us. Pinki shares her transformation from Katie to the pink-haired creator she is today, revealing how early spiritual teachings shape...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when you've lived your whole life with low vision, but refused to acknowledge what that means? Alex takes us on a journey through his experiences growing up as a self-described "mischievous kid" with visual impairment—from misunderstanding what "clear vision" truly meant until age 14, to the transformative moment when other blind people left h...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder what it takes to build a thriving creative community from scratch? Heidi Klotzman has been doing exactly that for two decades as the visionary behind HeidnSeek Entertainment, a Baltimore institution that's transformed how the city's diverse communities connect through events and experiences. What began as college nightlife promotion has evolved into a multifa...

Send us Fan Mail The path to artistic fulfillment rarely follows a straight line. In this deeply personal conversation, DJ and producer Ryan Delcher reveals his journey of transformation from The Binaural Project to his new identity as CATA-PILLA – a name inspired by the profound wisdom that "before you praise a butterfly, don't shit on a caterpillar." As Ryan and I reminisce about...

Send us Fan Mail Ryan Bradshaw's journey from the club scene to becoming an amateur bodybuilder isn't just about physical transformation—it's about finding purpose, discipline, and a completely new identity. In this raw and revealing conversation, Ryan takes us through his evolution from a life of partying and drugs to becoming a fitness coach and content creator. "I knew that...

Send us Fan Mail Imagine building your own drum set at 10 years old because your parents wouldn't buy you one. That's exactly what Brian Potts did, fashioning drum pads from MDF and rubber, crafting stands from two-by-fours, and even creating makeshift cymbals from sheet metal signs. This early display of determination and creativity perfectly captures the essence of our guest on this ep...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when you live many lives in a single lifetime? Greyson Brown—actor, musician, former firefighter, spiritual seeker, and world traveler—shares his remarkable journey of transformation and discovery in this thought-provoking conversation. Born in Germany to military parents and raised around the DMV area, Greyson's path has taken unexpected turns through corporate...

Send us Fan Mail Behind every great musical event and artist success story stands someone who's mastered the delicate balance between passion and practicality. In this revealing conversation, Baltimore-based event curator and artist manager Will Gibbons opens up about his journey from construction worker to music industry maven. Will's brainchild, "Party for a Purpose," emerged...

Send us Fan Mail Step into a world where the body becomes a canvas for healing, expression, and authentic connection with Katriella, a multifaceted artist who embodies the powerful intersection of yoga, music, dance, and sound therapy. From her first yoga class at age seven to her current work as a sound healer creating intentional frequency therapy, Katriella shares the transformative wisdom she&...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when creativity meets community celebration? Our guest Chin-Yer embodies this powerful combination as a published poet, musician, radio host, and cultural curator in Baltimore. Born in England to Jamaican Rastafarian parents and raised in New Jersey before settling in Baltimore, Miss Chin-Yer describes herself as an "alien" who has transformed that outsider...

Send us Fan Mail Dive into a transformative discussion about the complexities of human identity in our latest episode! Join us as we explore the concept of duality with renowned psychic medium and life coach, Cassandra Hurley. Through her journey, she unpacks the empowering benefits of embracing our alter egos—those parts of ourselves that can often bring forth strength and resilience in adversity...

Send us Fan Mail Ever found yourself wondering about the subtle differences between "cheesy" and "corny" in music? Get ready to explore these quirky terms and how they subtly shape our creative expressions. With the help of Baltimore's own Neil Nines, we unravel these concepts through humor, personal anecdotes, and a touch of nostalgia. Discover how embracing these element...

Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered how a childhood in a hippie environment, a stint in the military, and a passion for skateboarding can intersect to forge a path of creativity and resilience? Our guest today, Scott Frias, embodies this unique journey, navigating the challenges of poverty and addiction to emerge as a multi-talented artist thriving in the DMV. Discover how he channelled his experiences...

Send us Fan Mail What if we told you that embracing authenticity and self-belief could revolutionize your personal and artistic journey? Join us in the colorful ambiance of The Watermelon Room, where we sit down with Michael Morstein, a pivotal player in Baltimore's music and art scene. Michael shares profound insights on the creation of PRISM Baltimore, his initiative aimed at uniting commun...

Send us Fan Mail What if staying true to yourself in the hip-hop industry could make all the difference? In our latest episode, we sit down with Faraji Jacobs, also known as Raji, to uncover his inspiring journey from a nine-year-old aspiring rapper to a pivotal figure in B-More's DIY music scene. Learn how a chance encounter with Buffalo and joining Black Sheep Refugee provided the community...