Pabs Pod

I sit down with @pig.one1 a colombian illustrator and clothing brand owner of Bogota Feeling : https://www.instagram.com/bogotafeeling/During this conversation I see a lot of similarities with Nicholas, we both are illustrators with a passion for streetwear clothing. What stook out to me was his name Pig One obviously me using a pig as the mascot for my brand I was wondering if he also drew Pigs b...

In this episode I sit down with someone in the design space that is making a name for himself for his hard work, fresh concepts and bigger than life creation. Larry Tchogninou is an aspiring architect from Benin he studied in France and recently went back to school for architecture. Larry designs items that he hopes will one day scale to heights of buildings one day. From this conversation I can t...

Bonus Episode: We sit down with Ty and D'andre two very talented brothers that have been mastering their craft for a long time. D'andre is an artist in every sense of the word he creates music, comics and illustrates them himself. Ty creates amazing cut & sewn garments with an attention to detail that would rival any of your favorite brands. We talk about our first time meeting, collab...

What a treat! We have two special guests visit the pod Jalen (  ⁨@5cansell⁩  ) & Dagz  ⁨@ayedagz2800⁩  decent militia kin. We have been friends for a long time and finally got to chop it up on camera. Jalen is a producer, singer, rapper he has hosted a bunch of events and has always been about his bread. Dagz is a local DJ known for throwing bangers and bring energy that is so palpable it brig...

In this episode I sit down with Erin Elizabeth aka La Yuca, she is a designer, model, activist, youtuber, all around creative. Make sure to subscribe to her channel  @erinlayuca  she has alot of cool stories in many different languages! We first met Erin when she casually walked into our store PSA in humboldt park, Erin was new to Chicago after moving from DC. Originally from North Carolina Erin s...

Welcome back to the Pabs Pod, it's been a bit since we dropped an audio episode for good reason, we have been focusing more on video check that out on our YouTube. The quality is always more important than quantity, making sure we provide the best experience for the guests as well as the listeners. On today's episode we have the legendary Jay Wood!, Rapper, Model, all around athlete he has been ma...

In this episode we sit down the legendary BODHI he is a multitalented creative who has recently picked up DJ'ing along with many various artforms. Bodhi is so talented from rapping, modeling, producing he has made a name for himself in Chicago. We recorded this right after his Palpable Sounds set at PSA our shop in Chicago go check that out after this or during! I learn alot about his upbringing,...

In this episode I sit down with Noe aka @van.chikogh! An illustrator, photographer, model, designer i've admired his work for a couple of years now just recently we have been at more events together and I would say gotten closer. Noe has made a name for him self through the style of graphite either physical or digital he talks about why he was attracted to it as a medium and which mediums he l...

Long over due conversation with Aldrin Garcia, owner and operator of Kasa Inc. & Entitled Chicago. Aldrin printed alot of the Adfectus Clothing back in the day and has seen my brand grow to what it is now. We have made alot of beautiful pieces together and he has done the same for so many other brands in the city. Aldrin continues to offer his design & printing services for anyone who want...

Welcome back! We had some technical difficulties with our last episode but you can find that on Youtube with our pals over at SRVD Chicago. This Episode is legendary we sat down with the owner of Lauredo Projects; Juliano Mata. I met Juliano at his pop up around 2021 after he dropped double knee pants & quarter zips, we had mutuals and I been a fan ever since. Juliano talks about his experienc...

41: Nightmares Made Dreams Come True ft. LuciHey welcome back to another episode of the Pabs Pod today I sit down with my pal Luci aka General Lucifer. A multi-media artist with a dark name but beautiful art, we cover how he started, what his family thinks of his name & how he came up with it. Luci grew up having night terrors and was able to channel those visions into his craft. Now he create...

Ep.40: Catching My Breath// in this episode I sit down with Myself my favorite person in the world! I shot this during an open day at the shop we had 30 minutes left till closing but I really wanted to have a conversation with myself where I could appreciate how far I have come and look at how much further I can take it. Thank you for listening, shopping or even just coming by to say hi! PSA Chica...

On this episode I sit down with Ambercita a local visionary who’s been making a name for herself in Chicago . Ambers work ethic & photo/video work have made her stand out in the art scene as well as having one of the most popping spaces in Chicago to visit. Ambercita’s studio has grown into a hub for creatives and her space is a great place to get inspired. Most recently she was featured in Mo...

On this episode of the Pabs Pod I sit down with one of the most energetic, creative, unique artists in the world. She goes by Megmakesstainedglass MSG for short! I met Meg through the art community she has been at many shows where I’ve displayed at and always stands out with her Stained Glass Art. Recently she was commissioned by the United Center to make a piece for Jelly Roll, she just wrapped u...

On this episode we sit down with Stephanie the founder of Ruidosa, Amoxtli Book Club, and Tonantszn. Aside from being a dope artist she is an engineer, event curator and all around creative person. I met Stephanie at an event along time ago and being in the same area we just always had mutual respect for one another. There’s so much to learn about Steph in this episode the best way to hear it all...

Special guest: @bernygotit Video Editor/ Creator of the bernbot, collector, director, connecter the man helps so many people. A wiz at setting systems in place for success. co hosted the Ghouls Night Out with our mutual Kenny. Berny met me at El Cerdito Que Volo he bought one of the featured pieces and has been helping me out ever since. He works with aproduction company, Holy Cow Productions, to...

Hello! Welcome back to another episode of the PDP it's been a long time since we dropped but for good reason. We are officially moved into our store and after all the madness of opening it up, we found some time to get back to editing. This episode is from back in August where we sat down with one of the coolest rappers in the area, EDDIE YUMA, fresh from his Miami trip. We talk about how his trip...

Welcome back to the PDP the show with tough questions and even tougher guests! On today's episode I sit down with Izzy Ace a local artist/musician with a lot to say! He's been rapping his ass off for a long time and dropping dope merch to compliment the music. From South Deering, Chicago Izzy has made a name for himself through his bars and block shaking music. We get into his upbringing,...

On today's episode we sit down with Emmanuel Cabrera aka Manny the owner of Gente Fina & Midwest Cargo Equipment, aside from his cargo business he has been making a name for himself for his clothing brand. I learned a lot about the brand from the homie Esteban who helped manny out for his New York Fashion week but then I find out Manny is also from the same area that I grew up in. We talk...

It finally happened! I sat down with @naveenissleepy someone that everyone has been telling me to have a conversation with! Naveen and I are very similar in that we design clothes, art and help our friends out when we can, our brands align in that we mix nostalgia and pop culture. Latley he has been going so crazy with Polywrl and freelancing it was an awesome learning more about him. One big diff...

On this episode I sit down with 3/4 owners of Layer Chicago a local vintage resell store that has been making a big name for themselves reselling vintage clothing, furniture, art and so much more. I recently met the guys after Esteban (@escofits) head stylist and selfless soul, introduced us, gave me a behind the scenes look at their store and we scheduled a day in the distant future to record. Th...

Welcome back! Fedz aka Fernando an artist here in Chicago came through and we have our first long format conversation on live on the podcast. Fedz and I have always bumped into each other at events but it was never enough time to truly get to know one another, after this conversation our friendship definitely grew. I found out that we’re in the same industry not just as artist but signage! He talk...

We're back! with another amazing episode today I'm joined by Iliana Mendoza a local Creative • Artist • Author • Curator • Explorer! I met Iliana through the brand she's supported my previous drops and even encouraged me to drop more beanies. This year we have been seeing eachother at events more and more, we talk about her company Co Create. The origins and how she works with her part...

This episode of the PDP (@pabspod) was filmed in Bogota, Colombia my hometown, I invited my artist friend @matcreativo to join me in our airbnb and shoot the shits! Disclaimer: this episode will have subtitles on youtube!* We had a great time I got to practice my Spanish a lot, and learned so much about Mat. From his upbringing to his dog Broly, our influences in anime, cartoons and how we put it...

"Behind every great man is an even greater woman" we sit down with Simon & Cece the owners of FINDERZ KEEPERZ, a resell company that sources and provides quality vintage garments. Not too long ago they launched their curated gallery experience company "This Is Our Canvas". My lovely "FIANCE" joins us on this episode giving us double date vibes, we get into how we...