A Talk in the Attic

Meet Adam & Onome Militello, the married couple and business partners behind the genesis of Mili's Gym, a passion project set to open its doors to its members in October, 2021. This labor of love has been in the making for decades, with gym rat Adam taking notes on what works - and what doesn't - in the hundreds of weight rooms he's frequented. Meanwhile, Onome has been keenly p...

*watch on youtube* the host is at it again, this time annoying nick nortier ( @oldgrowthcreative ) as he attempts to complete his original mural in the attic studio. after some initial resistance, the muralist and the host make some organic music using sounds captured during the art project. #music #musicproduction #mural #muralist #grandrapids #art #sampling #sounddesign nick's official webs...

*WATCH ON YOUTUBE* Hijji , Lonnie, & Blake are a podcasting trio hailing from right here from inside the Attic Studio GR, where they're recording their brand-new show "HYRDO HOMIES", which is set drop in the coming weeks. Music 1. "Bones" by HILTON:  Spotify | Apple 2. "Valuable Time" by O'Blase:  Spotify | Apple HIJJI.WORLD ATTIC LINKS Support the show

*watch on youtube* - - get your dancing shoes on, and move aside, huey lewis! today's episode examines how a loving phone call from an old friend course-corrected kirk's day and reaffirmed the true power of love. mandatory action items: 1. love        2. sing      3. dance. atita links Support the show

Quick remix introducing late-add and friend of the program Jonn "MC SNACKS" Mathews (working title). Improved mix quality and transitions. Still featuring CLR , HILTON , Troublesome , & Kushie .  Support the show

Former colleague and still-awesome dude Joe Matthews stopped in for a long-awaited conversation about Joe's personal journey from latch-key kid in Gary, IN, to Vice President at a massive, respected Tier-1 automotive supplier here in West Michigan. This is a personal discussion that does not reflect any opinions or positions of Joe's employer or other affiliated organizations. As always,...

in a collaborative follow-up to tuesday's show 'you rap at the end (yes, you!)', this bonus episode is the product of what happens when like-minded hustlers put their heads together for some impromptu magic. #atticfam big ups to @chris_loves_rap for helping clean up the beat. and to @hiltonallcaps , @aokkushie , and @troublesome67333 for supporting what we're building here.  Su...

*watch on youtube* an impromptu production session yields a hip-hop beat suited for a...musk ox? today's fun episode is a dry-run for when real rappers swing through the studio and freestyle over impromptu beats. in this particular dry-run, you (yes, you!) rap at the end. inspirations - marc rebillet - kenny beats 'the cave' (feat. marc) atita links Support the show

An original musical composition inspired by the sudden loss of our dear friend and dedicated forever to Alex. This piece captures the ups and downs of grieving that so many of us are experiencing as we cope with this sad and shocking news, but ends with an optimistic movement that reminds us that Alex's spirit will live on forever through each of us. Support the show

*watch the video tribute on youtube* the infectiously kind and always positive alex penny passed away unexpectedly this past friday, just a month shy of his 33rd birthday. he had such a bright future ahead of him. his smile moved mountains. his laughter was contagious. his spirit will live on in all who knew him. his presence will always be felt and honored here in the attic. big love, big al. my...

*watch on youtube* (video to post by 1:30pm edt on 4.21.21) kirk celebrates 4/20 in style before diving into the global holiday that takes place on 4/19 of every year since 1943: bicycle day. in the first of a multi-part stoner education series, we explore bicycle day's origins in switzerland, where chemist albert hofmann discovered a unique compound derived from a fungus found in moldy rye b...

Kyd Kane ( @kydsaidit ) is the 34-year-old Poet Laureate of Grand Rapids, and she is an inspiration on so many levels. First as an artist: her poetry is unique, soulful, and streams directly from her heart. Next as a black woman: she's the first to hold GR's laureate title. Then as an openly gay person: also the first to be named Poet Laureate. But beyond all else, Kyd is a an inspiratio...

*watch on youtube* inspired by the upcoming roster of guests, kirk explores #poetry through musical and lyrical expression. the opener includes courtroom highlights on the debut 'courtcenter' segment and improvised hockey coaching. the body features (3) unique songs composed by kirk to match the energy and tone of (3) different poetry styles: #beatnik, #haiku, and #hiphop. creative expre...

*Watch on YouTube* Today's bonus episode featuring a short documentary that follows two old friends - photographer Leandro Lara and hip-hop artist pulp Cruz - reconnecting over a photo shoot. Fellow artist Roo LeGarcon drops in and lends his music to this endearing short film. Thanks to LIONS AND RABBITS for letting us use their awesome art gallery as home base. ATITA LINKS: https://linktr.ee...

hosted by the reverend kirk alan ross, today's episode features a surprise drop-in from one of the world's most recognizable names and faces: jesus christ. in an intimate and unflinching look at life as the son of god, jesus bares all in this exclusive interview with a truly incredible get for this small operation. topics jesus dives into today:  - easter traditions  - growing up with an...

Photographer Leandro Lara @lefilmmm is the featured guest in this week's unique format: a short documentary in the middle of the interview. After learning about Lee's origin story from amateur to unbelievable pro photog, Kirk documents a photo shoot featuring Grand Rapids hip-hop artist and producer Pulp Cruz on a blustery spring afternoon. Featuring an all-GR soundtrack led by The Seven...

*watch on youtube* in today's special behind-the-scenes episode, host kirk introduces you to some of the staff that make a talk in the attic  possible. ever wonder about editing? sound engineering? did you know that every good production team has a 'tape guy'? is it appropriate for a leader to use an intern as a human footstool? this and more in today's odd and creative install...

*WATCH ON YOUTUBE*  (video will post by 7:00p ET) Joel Tacey believes in finding your niche and hammering it home. Joel's niche is family-friendly entertainment that utilizes magic, humor, and positive messages into easily digestible life lessons for children and parents alike. Topics of conversation include: stilt walking, Billy Madison, adapting during a pandemic, fiscal responsibility, and...

*watch on youtube* shot on-location in some of kirk's favorite grand rapids spots: riverside park, calder plaza, the blue bridge, ah-nab-awen park, and rosa parks circle. in the first episode of its kind, kirk flips his typical routine on its ear and creates the soundtrack first and writes second. what would the outcome be if you were to switch up one of your routines? what's the worst t...

"Have a victor mentality rather than a victim mentality." - Montay Lee *WATCH ON YOUTUBE* Kirk sits down with his friend Montay Lee to discuss an  array of topics ranging from his role as a probation officer to music and ultimately his new podcasting project Karat Juice . Between talk of the San Antonio Spurs and expensive sandals, the duo tries to solve the massive divide facing our nat...

*in technicolor hd* // that's right: music, tunes, jams, the language of the soul, M-U-S-I-C, motherfuckin' music, people. that's what today's episode is all about. enough said! // spotify playlist (it's collaborative, so please add songs!) // atita links Support the show

**WATCH ON YOUTUBE** Part 2 of 2. Let's pick up where we left off: with Bobby and his 'Outlaw Platoon' having survived being trapped under heavy enemy fire with minimal ammo and aerial support still miles away. We’ll move into the difficult battle that awaits so many veterans after they return. As if we needed any more proof that Bobby is a brave mamma jamma, he does it yet again wi...

in this special 100th episode, kirk reflects on the lessons learned during his first hundo shows. don't worry, he only really focuses on the top 4 lessons. today’s fake sponsor is hungry man rib-shaped patties. theme by HILTON and lover boy . additional music from brockhampton , mac miller , and the temper trap . *watch on youtube*   special thanks to thestandingdesk.com & cento anni . al...

Part 1 of 2. **WATCH ON YOUTUBE** (Video will post ~ 12AM ET) U.S. Army Infantryman Bobby "Casper" "Brick" Pilon, 10th Mountain Division, sits down to discuss his 2005 journey into Afghanistan for 16 months of frontline combat that included 85 days of intense fire fights at the peak of Operation Enduring Freedom. Learn about what led Bobby into the Army and how they prepared fo...

*WATCH ON YOUTUBE* (but make sure you *WATCH PART 1 FIRST* ) Part 2 of a two-part podcast docuseries about a group of old friends on their annual ski trip at Schuss Mountain in Bellaire, MI. New father Dan misses his newborn son and puts off calling his wife. Andy "Red" LaLonde vows to stay up later than everybody else. Previously MIA Michael P. Gorzenski gets the Robert Stack treatment...