Family Bidness Podcast Crew

What began as a creative collaboration between two friends has blossomed into a powerful platform for authentic male voices. In this season finale, we take you on a journey through the growth, challenges, and triumphs of our first year bringing the Family Business Podcast to life. The conversation flows naturally through workplace stories that reveal the struggles of maintaining composure in high-...

The moment PBE Messico sits down on the Family Business Podcast, his energy fills the room. This isn't just another release day interview – it's a coming-of-age story told through music. "This shit is more important than breathing for me," Messico declares with unflinching conviction. "If this music stuff don't work, kill me bro. I don't want to do nothing else.&...

Shorty Drew brings his unstoppable energy to The Family Business Podcast, sharing the journey behind his rising "Celebrity Mode" movement that's capturing attention across Chicago and beyond. From his studio in Chicago, Drew reveals the origins of terms like "Celebrity Mode" and "Meet the Blicks," showcasing his natural talent for creating infectious phrases that...

From the streets of Chicago to television screens nationwide, TTG Louie's journey is a masterclass in believing in yourself when no one else will. Sitting down with The Family Business Podcast, Louie opens up about his remarkable path through the music industry, acting world, and his tireless commitment to mentoring others. Growing up on Chicago's West Side, Louie had a front-row seat to...

What happens when two friends decide to hit record without a plan? Magic, growth, and unexpected opportunities. In this special intermission episode, DJ Trouble Kid and Marquett Wizard take a breath to reflect on their journey creating The Family Business Podcast. They share candid thoughts about what it's been like to build something from scratch—starting with just one microphone between the...

When your childhood friend becomes the artist everyone's talking about, there's a different kind of conversation waiting to happen. That's exactly what unfolds as KB joins us for an intimate look at his journey from the neighborhood kid labeled "the bad one" to a rising hip-hop artist with a clear vision. The brotherhood is palpable from the first moment – not just podcast...

When passion meets purpose, magic happens. CEO Doughboy (aka Doughboy the Boss) brings us inside his world of music, family, and entrepreneurship with raw honesty and wisdom earned through years of independent grinding. What happens when you surprise your audience with new music? Doughboy walks us through the unexpected drop of his "Six-Piece Spicy" EP – a project that came together thro...

Growth isn't always visible in the day-to-day, but when you step back and look at where you were months or years ago, that's when you truly see how far you've come. After a short break to reset and get our lives in order, we're back to discuss the unexpected ways life has evolved for us. From exciting new DJ gigs and music features to overcoming injuries that became blessings i...

There's something magnetic about an artist who refuses to compromise. Meet Loyalty - a Chicago R&B vocalist whose journey from the projects of Cabrini Green to the stages and studios of the Windy City reveals what genuine musical dedication looks like in an age where authenticity is increasingly rare. From his first childhood performance singing Boyz II Men at the Chicago Hilton to transf...

The raw, unfiltered journey of an artist finding his voice stands at the heart of our conversation with Young Peso. What begins as a casual catch-up between old friends quickly evolves into a profound exploration of personal growth, artistic evolution, and the healing power of authentic expression. Peso takes us through his transformation from Cash Camo—a young rapper making drill music to fit Chi...

After finding comfort with conversing with microphones on, the decision was made to expand the conversation beyond ourselves. With TK's injury, his older brother, See Buddy stepped in for support and conversation.

Two childhood friends planned to get together for a night of music recording, when a sudden hand injury interrupted their plan. An unanimous decision was made to leave the microphones for the routine brotherly check in.