Tha' What 0114

In this episode we switch it up a bit as we go visit Tom Sykes for a catch up at Altar Sheffield, his tattoo studio located in Osborn Works, while host True Fiction gets tattooed by him. In this catchup there are chats about tattooing, music, food, Sheffield, meditation, energy and spirituality along with what Tom’s been getting up to since he last came on the podcast.

Rapper Mason Fenrir FKA Maza comes in to chat about his new projects in the works along with some of his previous releases and shows. There are some great stories throughout with some top notch recommendations.

To celebrate 2 years of podcasting, host True Fiction goes for a walk around Sheffield and recommends some of his favourite spots. This includes a few interviews with previous guests including Tom Granville, Dylan Ralph and Melville. Filmed out and about in Sheffield, this is the first step in what’s to come for Tha’ What 0114 moving forwards. Watch now on YouTube and Spotify.

Proper Skint is a photographer who captures the nitty gritty realities of every day life. Working class culture, football casuals and historical Sheffield locations are amongst the topics she takes photos of.  In this episode we chat her about her new Zine (available in Gravel Pit), upcoming exhibition that she’s featuring in and what it’s been like for her growing up in Sheffield. Watch now on Yo...

Local rapper and artist Milks comes in for a chat about his new music, art, Steel City recommendations and what's happening with SCUMFAM. There's some solid stories about shows and studio sessions from over the years, plus observations from growing up in Sheffield and life in general.

We've reached episode 50, so to mark the occasion we've brought back resident artist Melville for his second appearance on the podcast. This episode features plenty of talk about Sheffield, culture, society, music, mental health, food and the local art scene. There's some deep chats and good stories, plus a taste of what to expect from his upcoming exhibition.

Kyle Robertson is a DJ/Producer who also runs Mando Records. In this episode we chat about how he went from being a promoter to becoming a DJ and starting the record label, with some great stories that recall some classic Sheffield venues and nights to tell along the way. Don't let the Scottish accent fool you, Kyle has spent years cutting his trade in the Steel City and has plenty of recommen...

Our guest in this episode is Tom Granville, who runs Granny's Football Store which sells vintage and recent football shirts and tracksuits. With a small studio inside Steamworks on Randall St. and a large online collection to choose from, Tom brings through a few of his personal favourites to show us whilst discussing how important Sheffield has been within the history of the game, as well as...

In our first episode of 2025, we’re joined by Kerre Chen, owner of Independent Sheffield, a business dedicated to championing small, local businesses in the city. Kerre is also the food blogger behind @theinsatiablefoodie on Instagram, a content creator, and a freelance social media manager for local restaurants.  We chat about Sheffield’s incredible food and culture scene while sampling some popu...

Alex Deadman who is a member of Junglist Alliance joins us this week to chat about all things jungle, DnB, Tramlines, nights out, promoting and Sheffield gems. He's been DJing for 25 years strong and has some great stories to share in this episode. No video for this episode as we had some technical difficulties. www.thawhat0114.com

So this one is for the food lovers, whether you're new to Sheffield or you're born and bred and just looking for something new to try out. We've been through some of the previous episodes that have been filmed and compiled all the food segments into one big episode so you can find out what's good and where to go and try. There's definitely more to check out if you're new to the podcast, this is al...

In this episode we have Jon Bluess who's been around the rap game in Sheffield for a few years now but has been on hiatus. With him back in the studio working on new music, this was a great time to catch him and find out what he's been working on as well as reflecting on some of his older days getting into the scene and clashing other MC's back in't day.

We're back after a summer break and have Porter Brook in for a chat who's come in on his "holiday". He's a Sheffield-born producer and DJ who now lives in Germany, and we discuss what it's like living in Leipzig, which happens to have its comparisons to Sheffield. We also delve into his musical journey, starting with guitar to producing electronic music, along with being...

Rob Nicholson is co-founder of Pedalo Photography and comes in to chat about personal journeys, creative fulfilment and Sheffield's strong sense of community spirit. There's also reflections on the city's industrial and artistic heritage as well as the vibrant nightlife of Sheffield, including iconic venues, gigs and DJ sets.

Denham Audio is a DJ and producer who comes in to chat about the music industry, touring, different processes on making tunes, social media, food and plenty of stories about Sheffield from over the years.

Top DJ and selecta and another one of the Unit 3 mandem, Cargo is our guest for this episode. It's filled with great stories, deep chats, solid recommendations and wholesome moments.

Man like Izaac who is the frontman of SHC band Chained Up and founder of SHNKS is in to tell some stories, let us know his influences and give us some recommendations on reyt good spots in Sheffield.

It's been a year since True Fiction started the podcast so this episode is to express gratitude to all the guests and listeners and to run through some of the local places that have been mentioned during the first year of Tha' What.

SWL 2TON comes in for a chat about music and his YouTube channel and how tracks get sourced, plus there's some good reminiscing on old Unit 3, Mondo, DQ and warehouse raves times as well as some banging recommendations.

Jake Poll AKA pink cloud comes up from London to talk about his new project and influences, what it's like growing up in Sheffield and coming back from down south, society, sobriety and some stories about classic gigs and nights out.

Ashley Holmes is an artist, DJ and broadcaster who comes in to talk about current and past exhibitions and projects, some great points on music and culture along with classic venues and nights out.

Dee Rock is a hip-hop enthusiast, record collector and DJ who comes in to tell some tales about classic venues like NY Sushi as well as some good food spots and cracking stories.

In this one we have Zeeni in who's been DJing in and around Sheffield for years. Some great stories, recommendations and laughs in this one.

Highly acclaimed artist, DJ and record collector Tom J Newell is in the studio this week to talk all things art, music and Sheffield. Some great mentions and recommendations alongside some solid throwbacks inside.

Man like Coco pops in for a chat about the ever evolving music industry, growing up in Sheffield and living elsewhere, his upcoming tour, Steel City recommendations plus plenty more.