Precision Notes Podcast

On this episode of Precision Notes, I sat down with Mr. Yesseh Ali , saxophonist (multi-instrumentalist). Former member of the Philadelphia-based brass band, SNACKTIME, Yessah just wrapped at 70+ show tour with the Jonas Brothers. This year, Yesseh is planning major things, which may include solo music. Season 4 of Precision Notes Podcast is sponsored by ⁠⁠ Perfumology ⁠⁠ . Perfumology is a luxury...

On this episode of Precision Notes, I sit down with veteran journalist – Elizabeth Wellington . The Emmy-award winner has been a long-time reporter for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Growing up in New York, Wellington's love of the birth of hip hop, fashion and their inevitable intersection has greatly influenced her journalistic style. During our convo, we breakdown what journalism looks like today,...

We open up season four of Precision Notes Podcast with avery special guest - - Brandon Edelman . Affectionately known as Bran Flakezz , Edelman has taken the content creating and influencer world by storm. With #Philly as his home-base – Edelman has taken a strong stance on helping small businesses stay afloat through promoting them on his platforms and speaking up for what he feels is right and w...

On this episode of Precision Notes, I sit down with Ms. NyiaMoore. Known affectionately as TheWrite Her , this award-winning content creator & author takes us throughher love of connecting with people through her journey of mental health,political awareness and being a black woman in today’s climate. Be sure to check out here book – The WriteHer via Amazon Season 3 of Precision Notes is sponso...

On this episode of Precision Notes, Keith Reed -- the accomplished stylist, creator director, designer and now pastor breaks down what it's like working in the fashion industry. From celebrity styling to digging deeper into his faith -- Keith has always kept his faith first and his creative eye open. Co-founder of the new fashion line -- The Journi Room -- Reed has taken the leap into a full fledg...

On this episode of Precision Notes, I sit down with Alyssa DiMarcantoni – head of design and co-owner of the custom design house Damari – located in Old City Philadelphia. As a lifelong lover of fashion and design, DiMarcantoni went from picking out her favorite dress for the first day of school in kindergarten to interning at one of the top fashion brands in the world. After leaving a handbag des...

On this episode of https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/precisionnotes/episodes/Welcome-To-Precision-Notes-ebdl7g, I sit down with Jonathan Jacobs co-founder & CEO of the award-winning, Philadelphia-based, luxury men’s barbershop &  grooming lounge – http://ethosgsfm.com/. Jacobs hails from Tulsa, Oklahoma but has called Philly home for over 20 years. The former architect took his love of desig...

On this episode I sit down with a new age renaissance man Mr. Sean Robinson ( @lopeandlasso ), the veteran barber has taken on celebrity barber status cutting the likes of top talent in the NBA, NFL as well as a host of actors and musicians. When not behind the barber chair, Sean can be found on a ranch, partaking in his love of equestrian or with a camera in his hand, photographing those things t...

On this episode of Precision Notes, I sit down with Brianna Funk. The digital marketing specialist has found herself creating campaign and working for some of the biggest lifestyle brands, has made her way in front of the camera as a model, dabbles as a boxer -- and, has stepped into her Faith. During our session we learn how showing up and being genuine is the key to true success. Season 3 of Pre...

In this episode, we sit down with Darryl Brown -- founder & designer the fashion house, Maison Braun (custom & Made To Order). With over a decade in the fashion & retail industry, Brown has spent time at Saks 5th Avenue, Suitsupply, Damari and now his own fashion house. As a full fledge creative, Brown style and swagger isn't limited to fashion. As Clout Cliquot, he's been in t...

After almost a 4 year hiatus from hosting Precision Notes Podcast, we're back. Many things have change in the life of host/founder Sabir M. Peele aka @MensStylePro. This episode will serve as an elevated trailer for the season, however; we can call it episode one! Season 3 of Precision Notes is sponsored by Maddox & Co . Experience artisan-made, mens luxury footwear by visiting http://TheM...

On this episode of Precision Notes, we sat down virtually with Ryan Clark better known as @RyanStylesNYC on Instagram. The Texas-native has called New York his home for quite some time when he decided to make the career switch from pursuing medical school to becoming one of the dominant players in the menswear & lifestyle content creator spaces. From the co-creation of the site High Fashion Me...

On this episode we sit down with Leo Chan, co-founder of the lifestyle blog Levitate Style . Leo and his girlfriend Alicia Mara took their hobby of creating style content while Leo was still pursuing his career in finance and expanded their reach into travel, social wellness and fashion. Today, Leo is one of the most recognizable faces in the content creator arena, gracing the pages of GQ, Men’s H...

On this episode of Precision Notes, we sit down with singer/song writer – Hadar . During our chat, Hadar talks about being inspired by 80’s & 90s r&b stars, while she was living in Israel and dreaming of coming to the States pursue her musical dreams. After spending many trips back and forth fro Israel to the US, while taken on odds jobs to save up to jump start her future, her path to som...

On this episode of Precision Notes, I sit down with Rick & Ky Cao, brothers & owners of the heritage streetwear shop – P’s & Q’s . Situated on South Street in Philadelphia, P’s & Q’s isn’t just a store to purchase thoughtfully curated clothing and stylish publications, Rick & Ky have created a culture that pushes the notion of community, education and family. From their early d...

Christina Henck is a premiere interior designer owner of the design firm Henck Design . The Philadelphia transplant has been cutting her teeth in the interior design business for over a decade, managing projects from the city to the shore for top athletes and many others. She’s also taken her talent to writing trend forecast for a variety industry publications and has even partnered with the Prope...

On this episode of Precision Notes, I sit down with Rodney McLeod . The undrafted super bowl champion with the Philadelphia Eagles and owner and CEO of the progressive streetwear brand Back of House . From juggling a growing business, a full-time professional football career, while coming back from injury – Rodney has continued to leave everything on the field and nows he testing his chops in the...

On this episode, we sit down with health & wellness expert Jayel Lewis. As a self-described health & fitness resource, Jayel’s journey has taken her around the world working as a personal trainer – but, if it wasn’t for a sales position at a fitness studio that she took on right out of college, her journey may have been completely different. Now she’s the director of health & wellness at one of Ph...

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to actually work as a chiropractor, CFDA award winning designer or a professional athlete? No matter what career moves you may be trying to make or need a bit of inspiration to take that first step, we at Precision Notes are getting to the bottom of the creative process of carving out your career path. Weekly we meet with entrepreneurs, creatives and different...

On this episode, we sit down with the stylish Alex & Mike founders of the self titled blog Alex & Mike . From fashion to skincare and of course home design Alex & Mike turned their hobby (which was originally started as a creative release from their day jobs in the real estate & medical fields) into a flourishing website and social media following. During our chat, they take us thr...

On this episode of Precision Notes, we sit down with Emily Riddell, co-owner of the South Philly-based, French-inspired Machine Shop Boulangerie . After spending time in Paris honing here baking skills. Riddell an accomplished pastry chef has spent time working at the renowned Le Bec Fin in Philadelphia, stents on the west coast and Lancaster Pennsylvania before opening the Best of Philly award wi...

On this episode, we sat down with Dr. Hava Rose -- chiropractor, former body-builder and Muay Thai fighter. Hava gives us better insight on chiropractics as a valid medical practice and how her interest in wellness, writing and the ability to bring creatives together better helps her in her career.  You can follow here on Instagram at @hava.rose and book a chiropractic session with her in Phi...

We sat down with Davida Lovelace of the lifestyle blog Vidafashionista and the new influencer hub Philly Influencer Mixer . We discuss her career journey from NBA Dancer, bank teller (and many jobs in between) to her switch to running her blog, styling and growing her brand footprint. We discuss some of the misconceptions of working in the blogging and influencer worlds from all angles.  You...

We sit down with half of the Armstrong & Wilson team, Mr. Ontario Armstrong. From their humble beginnings working the floor at Nordstrom to having their product sold there, Ontario gives us some insight to what makes their luxury men's accessories stand out in a saturated market. We talk about the misconceptions of being a fashion brand and how collaboration inspired the continued uptick in th...

We sat down with menswear designer Michael Bastian at his New York apartment. After, stints at Ralph Lauren & Bergdorf Goodman, Bastian launched his CFDA award-winning namesake brand Michael Bastian. We talk his business and future of the brand.