The Cheats Movement Podcast

This is another AMAZING interview. Cheats goes one-on-one with Adam Aziz AKA @brokencool — one of the most prominent and prolific journalists of our time. Adam's first love is hip-hop. He first started covering the culture when he was 16 years old, back in 1996. Now, Adam lives at the intersection of hip-hop, sports, race, and culture, writing for leading publications like The Undefeated, Mic, Oka...

This is another AMAZING interview. Cheats goes one-on-one with Adam Aziz AKA @brokencool — one of the most prominent and prolific journalists of our time. Adam's first love is hip-hop. He first started covering the culture when he was 16 years old, back in 1996. Now, Adam lives at the intersection of hip-hop, sports, race, and culture, writing for leading publications like The Undefeated, Mic, Oka...

This has to be one of my favorite Cheats Movement interviews ever! In this episode, Cheats goes one-on-one with Jesse Washington of The Undefeated. The two chopped it up about the historic legendary late coach John Thompson (Jesse co-authored the book "I Came as a Shadow"), hip-hop (Top 5 MCs), race, culture, and everything in between. This is a classic Cheats Movement interview with a ton of know...

On this special Cheats Movement Podcast, Cheats talks one-on-one with Keyna Hunter of the Richmond Times-Dispatch. Kenya covers education in the City of Richmond and Henrico County. She recently release an amazing series on the history and challenges of the Maggie Walker Governor's School in RVA. Kenya is truly the future of journalism. It's an honor to have her on the show. Please make sure to su...

Happy Thanksgiving! On this special series, Cheats goes one-on-one with 2019 National Teacher of the Year Rodney Robinson. This in-depth conversation details Mr. Robinson's thoughts on the current state of public education, his role within RPS's administration, and what needs to be done to get more male teachers of color within the ranks. It's an amazing conversation. Please subscribe to The Cheat...

On this episode of the Cheats Movement Podcast, Cheats chops it up with two amazing grassroots activists: Taikein Cooper and Sheri Shannon. The three of them do a deep-dive into the Virginia election: what happened and why. They also touch on steps moving forward for Virginia Democrats, and the highly talked-about ONE Casino vote. You don't want to miss this episode.

After nearly two years off, the Cheats Movement Podcast is back. Cheats and Gigi Broadway have a special episode that is focused on the proposed ONE Casino in Richmond. Joining the podcast are Lisa Speller of ONE Casino and Allan-Charles Chipman, a community advocate against the casino. This was a much-needed conversation about one of the most pivotal decisions facing our community. #WESEEIT

On this episode, I chop it up with ATL's own Manolo Prado. Manolo is one of the leading designers ushering in a new fitted hat wave that has taken over hip-hop and streetwear culture during the pandemic. Manolo and I discuss his background, grind as a fashion designer, and the explosion of his hat designs.

If you're into hats - like I'm into hats - this is the absolute perfect conversation for you. Jason Mead AKA Hat Crawler is one of the most prominent voices in the hat community. His social media lets the world know when and where to get the latest hat drops. It's one of the best public services in the industry. Jason also shares his expertise on the popular Views from the Vault show and podcast....

Cheats goes one-on-one with Daniel Jacob Horine of Pop Fly Pop Shop. We talk about his amazing comic-style art that features legendary baseball players of every era. Please follow Daniel's work Pop Fly Pop Shop, and The Cheats Movement everywhere podcasts are available.

I think I am a New York Knicks super-fan. I know my brother (and special co-host) KB is a Knicks superfan, but our guests for this amazing conversation are beyond super-fans, they are OmniFans. I'm joined by Jenn and Jazz Gordon of OmniFan. You can catch Jenn and Jazz at the Mecca cheering on the Knicks, or at a local spot in Brooklyn hosting a Knicks-themed function. During Covid, they even host...

Aaron Montgomery is a true motivational force. The former founder of CarLotz and current Chief Strategy Officer at Mission Lane has added a new title to his extensive resume: author. Aaron has written his first book, "Suspend Your Disbelief," to serve as inspiration (and motivation) to young people who face similar settings and challenges as he did growing up. The book is a collection of short sto...

We're back with another amazing community conversation. Cheats (of the Cheats Movement Blog) guides the discussion about the film "Judas and the Black Messiah." Please follow Cheats (IG: Cheats_RVA — Twitter: @CheatsMovement). The conversations are free and open to all with an opinion about the topic. #WESEEIT

The Cheats Movement goes one-on-one with Graig Kreindler. Graig is one of American's leading contemporary visual artists. He focuses primarily on baseball. His award-winning work has been featured in juried shows and museums across the country. Graig painted approximately 240 Negro League portraits (over a four-year span) as a part of the Negro League Cennintinal Celebration. Please follow Griag o...

Cheats of the Cheats Movement hosted a star-studded conversation about the film "One Night in Miami." The group weaves through the themes of the film and how the experiences of Sam Cooke, Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali), Jim Brown, and Malcolm X (El-Hajj Malik El-Shabazz) relate to the community in 2021. #WESEEIT

Josh Barnett of 19nine visits with the Cheats Movement for an in-depth interview about their brand, business, and nostalgic college hoops. 19nine is a nostalgic college apparel company. They are producing some of the best lifestyle retro college hoops shorts in the industry right now. Please follow 19nine (@19nine on IG) (@19nine_threads on Twitter) on all of their social media. And visit please f...

In a wide-ranging, end-of-the-year interview, Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney opened up about the challenges he faced in 2020. Going one-on-one with me (Cheats), Mayor Stoney talked about the lessons he learned from his 2020 reelection campaign, how COVID-19 shut down the capital city, and how the fight for racial justice affected him personally. You can watch the video HERE: https://www.youtube.com/w...

On this episode of The Cheats Movement on WRIR, Cheats has an in-depth interview with writer/filmmaker Brandon Lamont Hughes about his new short film "Angels." "Angels" is an amazing story that highlights a black veteran's struggle with mental health. It's an important movie that you can help get funded. This episode also covers a critical question for creatives: When to charge a fee? Gigi and Che...

Ladies and Gentleman, The Cheats Movement Podcast is back with another dope episode! On this episode, Cheats talks one-on-one with "friend of the show" David Streever. David is now the Digital News Editor at Virginia Public Media and has just launched a comprehensive Navy Hill timeline. Together, we break down the winners and losers of the Navy Hill project. Cheats also delivers some closing thoug...

Welcome to the first episode of Black History Month 2020! On this episode, Cheats talks all things Richmond with Mayor Levar Stoney. They talk city services, education, housing, and, of course, the Navy Hill project. Gigi Broadway talks Puff Daddy, his Grammy's speech and Mase's response. And we close out the program with a small reflection on the passing of Kobe Bryant. This episode is sponsored...

It's a New Year! It's a New YOU! But it's the same Cheats Movement. On this brand new episode, Cheats and Gigi explore New Year's resolutions, our predictions for 2020 and, in relationships, is love actually cheap? All of that and more on this 2020 edition of The Cheats Movement Podcast. Our principal sponsor is Work and Friends. Music provided by DJ Mentos. This show airs on WRIR (93.7 FM). To co...

On this episode of The Cheats Movement on WRIR, Cheats and Gigi dig deep into the importance of the Grammy Awards, Cheats talks Hamilton the Musical, and he goes one-on-one with Bill Martin, Director of the Valentine Museum. They talk of Richmond's forgotten history and how Richmond's history can inform the present. It's a fascinating conversation. Please rate and review this podcast on Itunes. Em...

On this amazing episode of The Cheats Movement on WRIR, Cheats talks to the Chief Public Affairs Officer and MSNBC political analyst Karine Jean-Pierre about her brand new book Moving Forward. Also, Cheats and Gigi answer your questions about Colin Kaepernick and if Black media is "anti-black." This is one of our best episodes yet. Sponsored by Work & Friends. Please rate and review the show every...

On this special edition of The Cheats Movement on WRIR, Cheats talks last week's Virginia election. An election that shifted the balance of power from GOP to Democratic control. Cheats sat down with freelance reporter David Streever who covered the races in Central VA. I also have a special interview with 5th District Councilwoman-elect Stephanie Lynch. Her race may determine the future of Richmon...

What's Good Everyone, On today's episode of The Cheats Movement on WRIR Gigi and Cheats are joined by C. Goss (Fake Famous Podcast) and Noah-O (Charged Up Ent.) to talk all things Kanye West. We talk about where his new album, Jesus is King, fits into his catalog and career. And how this version of Kanye is being received in the public. Is the commentary more interesting than his music or vice ver...