Tsunami Interviews

In this Tsunamii Interview, we sit down with Amber, founder of Sacramento Artist Collaboration, a Sacramento-based collaborative supporting local hip-hop artists, musicians, and creatives. Amber opens up about her 30+ years in Oak Park, raising her children, and building safe spaces for artists in a city where venues for hip-hop have historically been limited. She shares personal stories about com...

In this exclusive Tsunamii Interview, part of the upcoming Displacement by Design documentary, we sit down with Luna King Tibetan Court to talk about growing up in Sacramento, the shifting landscape of Oak Park, and the challenges faced by Black and minority communities. Luna shares personal stories about childhood in Midtown, education at St. Hope, and how Sacramento’s culture has changed over th...

In this Tsunamii Interview, we sit down with Williamena, a Sacramento-based reporter for the Sacramento Observer, a publication dedicated to highlighting and uplifting the Black community. Williamena shares her journey from growing up in Liberia and Detroit to pursuing journalism in Oakland and Sacramento. She talks about the experiences that inspired her career, including reporting during the Ebo...

Join Tsunamii Media for an in-depth interview with Lusaid, Sacramento-based artist, entrepreneur, and founder of the Insomniacs movement. Dive into Lusaid journey as he opens up about faith, purpose, overcoming self-doubt, and creating his new project “Can’t Lose Faith.” From the origins of Insomniacs to the creative process behind his music, Lucid shares his personal experiences with growth, ment...

Welcome to another Tsunamii Interview, join us as we sit down with Jessica “Babie Jag”, a Sacramento-based fitness coach, women’s health advocate, and community leader who is inspiring the next generation to live healthier, stronger, and more empowered lives. In this video, Jessica shares her personal journey into fitness, the challenges she overcame, and her mission to support women in achieving...

In this powerful Tsunamii 916 Exclusive Interview, Kakea B opens up about his life story for Ivory, the author of "Inflictions of a Black Man." Kakea B reflects on a childhood shaped by poverty, foster care, homelessness, and the absence of his parents — and how those experiences influenced his growth as a man. From living in shelters and abandoned homes to learning emotional intelligence as an ad...

🔥 Swervyy Bands: No-Holds-Barred Truths on Street Politics, Music, and Real Talk | Tsunamii 916 Exclusive Swervyy Bands pulls up for a no-holds-barred Tsunamii Interview and lays everything on the table. From street politics to industry moves, rumors to real ones, this episode is Swervyy unfiltered and unapologetic. We get deep into: The real-life grind behind the music hustle Navigating snitchin...

🔥 Toni Thickk: Sacramento’s Rising LGBT Rap Voice Breaking Barriers | Tsunamii Exclusive Interview In this unapologetic and inspiring episode of Tsunamii Exclusive Interviews, we link up with Toni Thickk , one of Sacramento’s most electrifying LGBT rap voices. Toni is turning heads, owning stages, and breaking every box in sight. They open up about: Ambitions to shine on the big screen with Zeus...

🎤 Christian Baltazar: The Mind Behind "It Can’t Be That Bad" Podcast | Tsunamii Exclusive Interview On this episode of Tsunamii Exclusive Interviews, we sit down with Christian Baltazar — musician, creative force, and the magnetic mind behind the It Can’t Be That Bad podcast. Christian opens up about his humble beginnings, grinding from small-town roots to sharing space with Bay Area legends, all...

Join us for an exclusive in-depth Tsunamii interview with Taco Solano, a Solano County-based chef, entrepreneur, and taco innovator who has been turning street food into a full-fledged brand, we sat down in Sacramento, California to explore Taco Solano’s journey, his signature recipes, and the story behind his thriving taco business. Taco Solano opens up about: How a 9-to-5 electrician side hustle...

🎤 Fresh Daily: From Brooklyn Rapper to Oakland & Sacramento Creative Visionary | Tsunamii Interview In this episode of Tsunamii Interviews, we vibe with Fresh Daily — a Brooklyn-born rapper turned graphic designer, visual artist, and event curator making waves in Oakland and Sacramento. He opens up about his unique journey of balancing music, visual arts, and community events, including why h...

🎙️ Andru Defeye: Sacramento’s Poet Laureate Using Words to Heal & Empower | Tsunamii Interview In this powerful episode of Tsunamii Interviews, we sit down with Andru Defeye , Sacramento’s celebrated Poet Laureate, who shares a deeply moving story of how poetry became both his lifeline and a weapon for social change. From overcoming personal struggles to sparking a community movement, Andru re...

🎤 From Cali to Houston: Rapper A9e’s Journey of Hustle & Heart | Tsunamii 916 Exclusive In this special episode of Tsunamii Interviews, we link up with A9e , a dynamic rapper whose story begins in California’s sun-soaked streets and evolves through Houston’s vibrant music scene. From dropping his first bars in the Bay Area to signing with Sprite —yes, the iconic drink fueling his grind—A9e sh...

💇🏾‍♀️ Inside Aisha’s Hair Salon: Sacramento’s Newest Black-Owned Beauty Hub | Tsunamii Interviews In this episode of Tsunamii Interviews , we sit down with Aisha , owner of Aisha’s Hair Salon , one of Sacramento’s freshest Black-owned salons making waves in the local hair scene. Aisha shares the real behind-the-scenes on: Opening her first salon in Sacramento Building a professional, Black-led b...

👔 Shaun P: Model, Stylist & Creative Visionary | Tsunamii 916 Exclusive Interview In this exclusive Tsunamii Media interview, we sit down with Shaun P — Sacramento native, model, stylist, and creative powerhouse — as he shares his inspiring journey from runway modeling to mastering the art of style and creative direction. Shaun opens up about how fashion became his therapy and his evolution b...

In this Tsunamii Exclusive Interview, we chop it up with Siahh and Antony , the visionary producers behind "Slappin or Lackin" Sacramento’s hottest head-to-head producer battle series where the beats slap and the stakes are real. They talk about the inspiration behind the event, the grind of building a platform for local talent , and how they turned a passion for sound into a movement that’s putti...

🎨 From Artist to Community Leader: The Story Behind Self Designs Art Gallery | Tsunamii 916 Exclusive In this powerful interview, we sit down with the visionary behind Self Designs Art Gallery , an artist who started with a simple dream: finding a space to create. What began as a personal quest turned into a thriving safe haven where Sacramento’s creatives come to shine. This episode dives into:...

🎸 Meet Punky Reese: Sacramento’s Genre-Bending Rebel with a Story of Survival | Tsunamii 916 Exclusive In this powerful and unapologetic episode, we sit down with Punky Reese , A Sacramento’ artist whose sound blends punk and folk to tell stories that hurt and heal. Raised in group homes and tough backgrounds, Punky opens up about navigating pain, overcoming trauma, and the impact of being “cance...

🎙️ Jamie on Mental Health, Creativity & Breaking Stigma | Tsunamii 916 Exclusive Interview In this powerful Tsunamii Media interview, we sit down with Jamie — life coach, rapper, poet, and host of the impactful podcast Thursday Therapies . From her small-town beginnings to becoming a multifaceted creative and mental health advocate, Jamie shares her personal journey of struggle, healing, and t...

🎧 Inside Flipabeat Club: Music, Creativity & Community with Monsrock | Tsunamii 916 Interview In this exclusive Tsunamii Media interview, we sit down with Monsrock , co-founder of Flipabeat Club , to explore the origins and vision of a platform dedicated to helping music producers thrive in Sacramento and beyond. 🌊🎶 Monsrock shares his journey as a creative, community builder, and music inn...

🎤 Inside Sacramento’s Rap Scene with Savten | Tsunamii 916 Interview In this insightful episode of the Tsunamii 916 Podcast, we sit down with Savten , the visionary behind the Sacramento Look Cypher — a rap cypher series dedicated to showcasing California’s finest local hip-hop talent. Savten opens up about his journey in the music industry, sharing the story behind the cypher and diving into the...

🎙️ Exclusive Interview with Producer & Manager Seanjohn | Tsunamii 916 Podcast In this Tsunamii 916 exclusive, we sit down with Seanjohn , visionary music producer and founder of PBSJ Management , to unpack his inspiring journey into the world of music production and artist management. From early musical influences to shaping Sacramento’s hip-hop and R&B scene, Seanjohn offers invaluable i...

🎙️ Meet Adrian Grody: Comic Creator, Comedy Podcaster & Cultural Storyteller | Tsunamii 916 Interview In this episode of the Tsunamii Interview Podcast, we sit down with Adrian Grody — the multi-talented creator behind The Cosmic Lore comic book series, co-host of the popular Zudecast comedy podcast , and a regular host of comedy nights in Sacramento. With a background in history and a passion...

Tsunamii Interviews: Beauty, Hustle & Happiness w/ @official.siahh In this inspiring episode of the Tsunamii 916 Interview Series , we sit down with the dynamic sibling duo behind @official.siahh to talk all things mixed cosmetology , creative expression , and chasing dreams. From doing hair and nails to building a brand, they share their journey through the beauty industry—and keep it real ab...

In this thought-provoking episode of the Tsunamii Interview series, we sit down with Dr. Ross to explore the future of higher education and the fight for equity within academic institutions. 🎓🔥 We dive deep into raw and honest conversations about systemic racism in education , the challenges marginalized students face on campus , and why DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) initiatives still m...