Infinite Banter

Episode 237: In this episode, Mark is joined by Hip Hop artist Gaine$. We talk about his new project "Mr. Gaine$", The growth he has taken as an artist and as a person, the idea behind incorporating a charachter from the TV series "A Diffrent World" as the title and cover of the album, working with Toney Boi and much more.  Check out Gaine$ music here-https://gaines.bandcamp.com/music Watch Mark o...

Episode 236: In this episode, Mark is joined by actor, juggler and comedian Marcus Monroe! We talk about his viral videos, where he performs stand up, while  dressed as characters and doing jokes about those characters. We also discuss his stand up comedy, his start doing stand up, juggling, how he comes up with the concept to do stand up on trains, doing jokes based on Star Wars, Wrestling, polit...

Episode 235: In this episode, Mark is joined by Hip Hop icon Chill Rob G. We talk about his early days in Jersey, working with Mark The 45 King, The Flavor Unit, Queen Latifah, Lakim Shabazz, his debut album "Ride The Rhythm", and the story behind "The Power" record. We also discuss his new album, produced by C-Doc entitled "Survival Of The Better", plus Chuck D and Spit Slam Records reaching out...

Episode 234: In this episode, Mark is once again joined by Hip Hop artist Louie Sincere. We talk about his new album with Fat Kneel entitled "A Dark Storm". The discussion ranges from the concept of the album, referencing the 80's drug era, working with producer Fat Kneel, past projects, streaming and exclusive perks for fans who buy the album.  Find Louie Sincere here- https://louiesincere.bandca...

Episode 233: In this episode, Mark is once again joined by Hip Hop artist Pengame Classic. Here, we talk about his latest project "One of One". We discuss the concept of the album, lyricism, working with multpile producers, using travel photos for cover art, football and basketball talk and how to stream your music and not lose out on monetization. Check out Pengame Classic music here- https://cat...

Episode 232: In this episode, Mark talks with wrestling icon- Barry Horowitz! We discuss his long career in wrestling, working with the top names in the industry, how he got his start in wrestling, ribbing among wrestlers, what his victory over Chris Candido meant for him and how it affected his career going forward, interactions with fans, the origin of his signature pat on the back gesture, his...

Episode 231: In this episode, Mark is once again joined by Hip Hop artist Money Stacks. We discuss his recent single and preparing to releasing new music. We also talk about how an artist decides when to release music and gauging the interest level of fans. Discussion also includes streaming in other countries and discovering fans in Dusseldorf Germany.  Check out Money Stacks on Bandcamp- https:/...

Episode 230: In this episode, Mark is joined by Hip Hop artist Ullnevano. We talk about his latest project "Playground Legend". We discuss, the concept of the album, how it is has a basketball theme and references "And 1". The discussion also includes his coming up on The Baltimore scene, the influence of Nas, how basketball helped transition him to doing music, the 90's era, sports and wearing co...

Episode 229: In this episode, Mark is once again joined by Hip Hop artist Pinpoint. We talk about his new project, with his group "Gawds" called "The Care Package". We discuss the concept of the album, the making of select tracks, working with artists from different areas, social media presence, three song vs song battles, Baltimore Ravens, Chicago Bears, The Walking Dead and The Wire's worst seas...

Episode 228: In this episode, Mark is joined once again by the legendary DJ from Doug E. Fresh and The Get Crew, the one and only DJ Chill Will! We focus on discussing the 40 year anniversary of two landmark Hip Hip songs with Doug E. Fresh and Slick Rick- "La-Di-Da-Di" and "The Show'. We talk about the behind the scenes of recording, performing and the impact of these two songs. We also discuss t...

Episode 227: In this episode, with the recent passing of "Sanford and Son" star Demond Wilson, Mark decides to air an interview he did with Wilson on 10/23/2020. The interview never aired previously, due to some of the views and opinions expressed by Wilson, that Mark didn't feel comfortable with being expressed on his show. Mark felt it was a good time to revisit the interview and play a condense...

Episode 226: In this episode, Mark talks with Hip Hop artist Wordsworth. We discuss his new project with Stu Bangas entitled "Chemistry". We also talk about his early days working on songs with "Black Star" and "A Tribe Called Quest", as well doing freestyle sessions, linking up with Stu Bangas, finding ways to branch out as an artist into new ventures, appearing on "Mr. Peabody and Sherman" show...

Episode 225: In this episode, Mark is joined by two guests-  Hip Hop artists Crotona P and Silent Someone, to talk about their joint project "Serenity". We discuss how Crotona P works his vocals with the production style of Silent Someone. We get into how they met up, working with various MC's, having tracks featuring DJ JS1, serenity as a topic throughout the album, future projects, the timing of...

Episode 224: In this episode, Mark is joined by DJ Real One and Ultramag7 to discuss their favorite Hip Hop albums and songs of 2025. We break down which albums and songs were heavy in our rotation, the impact they made, what made 2025 a standout year for Hip Hop and what to expect for 2026. Which albums made the cut? Did we overlook any? Which albums and songs were your tops for 2025? Mark also b...

Episode 223: In this episode, Mark is joined by Hip Hop artist and frequent guest from Rochester New York, M Doc Diego. We discuss his new EP with Skinny Bonez Tha Godfatha "The Godfather And The Don 3".  We also talk about reactions he's gotten for the EP, Mob movies, "Belly", working with artists like Piff Penny and other artists, doing music with his father- G Nyce and the scene in Rochester. ...

Episode 222: In this episode, Mark is joined by 11 year NFL veteran and founder of Circle House Coffee, Stephen Tulloch. We talk about his time in The NFL, playing for The Detroit Lions, favorite cities to play in, players that were a challenge on the field, playing for many years on Thanksgiving in Detroit, how he got his number 55, his love for coffee, starting his business Circle House Coffe, g...

Episode 221: In this episode, Mark celebrates the Halloween season, with a Halloween focused episode. First, he talks with screenwriter and director- Warren Skeels about his suspensful thriller "The Man In The White Van". We discuss how he first got involved with the project, the true events that inspired the movie, the amazing cast, working with a 70's setting, music in the movie setting the tone...

Episode 220: In this episode, Mark is once again joined by Hip Hop artist Confucious. We talk about his new project with Lil Man and Jimmy Dukes, entitled "Kilobars". We also discuss, his work with The Bar Gods- Rhamsis Ali and Dice Dollar, the importance of lyrics in his verses, helping to teach Lil Man the rap game and take him under his wing, Ted DiBiase, "48 Hrs.", dollar stores, crazy weather...

Episode 219: In this episode, Mark is joined by Hip Hop duo- Mike Martinez and Big Dese, to talk about their latest project "No Respect 2". We discuss the tone of the album, the idea of using Rodney Dangerfield to help construct the narrative of the album, putting out multiple projects, comedians, living in Florida and Boston, baseball playoffs and what's next for both.  Listen to Mike Martinez an...

Episode 218: In this episode, Mark is joined by DJ and producer- DJ MROK. We talk about his work on recent projects from Chuck D, Public Enemy and Phill Most Chill. We also discuss his upcoming project with Paavo called "Green Moon Rising". He talks about how "the Thing" helped inspire that project and his love for John Carpenter movies. We dive into his roots in music, working in other genres, co...

Episode 217: In this episode, Mark is joined by producer/rapper/artist/President of The SpitSLAM label, C-Doc. We talk about his early days of doing music, producing music, meeting and working with Chuck D and Public Enemy, his podcast- "It's C-Doc Again", early days of using the internet for music, producing albums for Chuck D and Public Enemy, creating "ugly beats", posting pictures of his recor...

Episode 216: In this episode, Mark talks about his recent excursion to Fan Expo Chicago. He discusses his expereince at this convention and how it has similarities and differences to other comic conventions in the Chicago area. Also, there are three interview segments within the episode. First, Mark brings back an on site interview from 2019 with actor Jason Moore known for his time on "The Punish...

Episode 215: In this episode, Mark is joined by "The Culture Clip King" Ultramag7. We talk about his work on podcasts like- "It's C-Doc Again" and "The Prospective Podcast". We also discuss his work with Princess Superstar and his recent appearance on Chuck D's latest project- "Chuck D Presents Enemy Radio: Radio Armageddon". Various other topics include- wrestling, preparing for interviews for po...

Episode 214: In this episode, Mark is once again joined by Hip hop artist and radio host Rhinoceros Funk. We talk about his new project with Silent Someone and DJ JS-1 "Silent Funk 3 Silence B4 Da Funk". We also discuss movies like "Raiders of The Lost Ark", Tommy Lee Jones always looking older than he was, wrestling, the passing of Hulk Hogan, his tribute track to DOOM, adding a DJ element to the...

Episode 213: In this episode, Mark is joined by Hip Hop artist- Young Sleep. We preview his upcoming project "Sleep City 3", coming July 25th. We talk about tracks he did with Mickey Fatz and Royal Flush and how he met Royal Flush. We talk about the videos that correspond with the songs, his background growing up in Rochester, what the scene there is like, how he got his name and how Michael Vick...