Narr.O.W. Podcast

I'm officially between seasons and working on my next one which makes me dropping this episode mean that much more. In addition, I recorded it with two of my closest friends, Vince and Laphelle, so you know the conversation is going to be great. On this episode of Narr. O.W., we give our takes on Let God Sort 'Em Out from the perspectives of artists in our own rights, fans, and, more vulnerably, a...

We have to go back to moving in silence. Plain and simple. Don't plan your revolution on their platforms or where their eyes can see.  Featured Spirit: Uncle Nearest 1856 The Narratives Over Wine & Whiskey Podcast is a subsidiary of Daniels Development & Branding, LLC This episode was produced, recorded and engineered by Deryle Daniels, Jr. Sound consulting for Season 6 by Laphelle Taylor...

Just a good vibe episode. Nothing more. Nothing less. Oh, and I shoutout some dope Black-owned businesses.   Featured Spirit: Elijah Craig Toasted Barrel The Narratives Over Wine & Whiskey Podcast is a subsidiary of Daniels Development & Branding, LLC This episode was produced, recorded and engineered by Deryle Daniels, Jr. Sound consulting for Season 6 by Laphelle Taylor of Soul Lab Studi...

Today, we were made aware that Trump won and it feels like the prequel of Handmaid's Tale. Here are my immediate thoughts on the results. Featured Spirit: Macallan's Triple Cask Matured 12 Year Single Malt (Scotch whisky)  The Narratives Over Wine & Whiskey Podcast is a subsidiary of Daniels Development & Branding, LLC This episode was produced, recorded and engineered by Deryle Daniels, J...

Wrapping up our time in Playa Del Carmen and I've realized that I'm in a season of concentrated improvement. In this episode, I lean heavily on a philosophy that I gleaned from my good friend Greg E. Hill : "Get 0.1% better every day." And, to do that, you have to get rid of things that aren't improving you. What is distracting you from being the you that you want to be and what will it take for y...

I recorded this episode in 2023. I believe it was June or July. We were in Bermuda for the second time. And this episode is all about how my wife is a boss in her own right. I intended to release it last year but season 5 was a bit weaker than I'd hoped it would be so, here you are, listening to it today. Thank you, Desirée, for being a better wife than I deserve and the best mom that Avery could...

I recorded this episode on the current state of America's politics a day before Joe Biden decided to drop out of the race but there were enough relevant points made about the three branches that I couldn't justify chopping the episode (and Biden only took up a fraction of the discussion). More than Biden, I touch on Trump, the Court's recent decisions, and the bigotry that is being revived by thes...

Over the next few months, the Daniels family is living in Playa Del Carmen, Quintana Roo, Mexico. At least half of Season Six's episodes will be recorded here and, in this introductory episode, I'm touching the surface on  why we felt like we had to "get out" literally. Looking forward to you joining me on this leg of the Narr. O.W. Podcast journey and I'm excited to give you the high quality cont...

A lot of my single friends are going through hell dating right now and, while I haven't been single in over a decade, I decided to take the time on this episode to talk about what I see as an outsider looking in. While a lot of this is applicable to a lot of 30-somethings, I'm specifically talking to my Black folks who are out here looking for love. Make sure it's foundational. Especially those ch...

How do we continue letting people, especially those under the legal voting age, get killed by these inanimate objects that are weilded by untable people? I didn't edit this episode at all. This is raw. Because America has grown so calloused to children dying due to firearms that I felt like, maybe, if I shared some emotion, people have to do something... right?   Featured Spirit:  Speyburn Single...

No spoiler alerts but seeing Creed III reminded me that, for many Black men across America, survivor's remorse is a triggering norm. This episode focuses on the fact that those of us who consider ourselves to have attained a level of success cannot fail because of the people who positioned themselves against insurmountable odds so that I can be here now living the life that I do. Brothers, take ca...

I'm sick of them killing us and then the media turning around to show the footage as if it is a Micheal Jordan highlight reel that was created to be played on repeat. Black children, women, and men should not have to prove their humanity to not be killed, especially by those who are sworn to protect and serve us. I refuse to watch these videos.   Featured Spirit:  Parker's Heritage Collection Doub...

Christmas is right around the corner and, what is, for many, the most wonderful time of the year, is a reminder for many others of those who will not be around the tree with them this year. And, for others, it is a season of stress where we try to be the parents, spouses, and loved ones we aspire to be by way of gift-giving. On this episode, I address the beauty of Christmas and the challenges tha...

As I jump back into podcasting after an unusually long hiatus, I'm in the best space I've been in in a long while. The peace, joy, and relief I felt as I was recording this episode was nothing short of divine. Season 5 is here and I hope you all are ready for some dope episodes, both individual and with guests. Here's to 35!    Featured Spirit: Lonerider Nutcracker Pecan Flavored Rye Whiskey The N...

I ended up in my favorite city in the world twice over the past 3 months. As a matter of fact, this past weekend puts NYC as my most visited spot since COVID began (seconded by Charleston). I had a great time last weekend, checking out the new Jean-Michel Basquiat exhibit, an awesome Jazz at Lincoln Center performance led by Grammy award winning artist (and family friend) Wynton Marsalis, a Yankee...

You all know me for great whiskey suggestions and a good wine every now and then. It's only recently that I've tried to venture into cocktails (sometimes successfully, other times, I've failed horribly). But today's guest, Alexandria Poole, creator of The Crafted Soul , is a truly gifted cocktail crafter, among other things (including a longtime friend of mine). And she has been recognized by the...

On this episode, I had the chance to chop it up with "Canadian by birth, American by choice" Justin Minott. We talked about everything from his passion for coffee to why he chose Durham has his home and, most importantly, what it means to have an impact-centered business, and how that business can be sustainable and scalable. If you want to connect with Justin, it's as simple as typing @justinmino...

A week ago, in a twisted combination between the murders of Philando Castile and Breonna Taylor, Amir Locke was executed where he slept. As a law abiding citizen who had not committed a crime and, thus believed he was in no position to have a warrant executed on his place or his person, he reacted as any legal gun owner would. He did not point his weapon toward officers. He did not shoot at office...

Dads are expected to work hard and sacrifice for our familes. And we do it willingly and happily because that is the way we are socialized. But, the day I recorded this episode, I was so drained. And, when I came home from a long day at the office, I expected to see him smiling but he was in bed with Desirée napping. Thankfully, his nanny Vaughn was ahead of the game and had a smile waiting for me...

Sorry I ghosted y'all last season. It wasn't my goal. I just had a lot going on with this now 9-month-old child who lives in my house and takes all my energy. But, anyway, today's episode is about whisk(e)y. I go into some of my favorite whiskies and I talk about my new infinity bottle. Thanks for tapping in. Looking forward to a great season 4!   The Narratives Over Wine & Whiskey Podcast is...

Over the past year and a half, America has been dealing with an internal reckoning. It has been pushed to headlines across the country that centuries of inequities have been endured by People of Color and, specifically by Black people within the United States of America. From violence at the hands of law enforcement officers to underrepresenation in bookstores across America, we realize that the B...

On this episode, I had the pleasure of kicking it with my longtime friend, fellow Spartan, and all around good Black man, Quay Weston. We discussed everything from his hometown of Pantego, NC to the fact that, in the words of the legendary Gil Scott-Heron, Whitey is on the moon. But, most importantly, we focused on his new book, Yonda. By the way, by the end of this month, I will have given away 2...

On this episode, Laphelle Taylor, who is now my most regular guest, and I chop it up about everything from poltiics to race to religion and how these things affect the plight of Black folks in America. As business owners, we both know how much of a hand the government has in our successes and the struggles of our people so we come at this episode with two separate, but respected, perspectives. Som...

...so when you tell me I'm the best it's a compliment.   This week, I had the opportunity to see two of my favorite groups, Dipset vs. The LOX in a historic moment in hip-hop... And I did it from the front row. Find out how I spent the entire show in a $1,056 seat but only paid $45 to get in the venue. And I don't advise you try this because, if I'm being honest, you aren't me. This is that Deryle...

Check out this special Father's Day edition of the Narr. O.W. Podcast where I decided to recount some of my thoughts during my first 74 days of fatherhood. It's been fun but it has also had its challenges. Still, I wouldn't trade these moments for the world.   The Narratives Over Wine & Whiskey Podcast is a subsidiary of Daniels Development & Branding, LLC This episode was produced, record...