Prospero's Pit

On this episode we host Tanner Sutton, founder of the DIY show "The Garden" here in Kansas City. We talk about what it takes to organize live music, host shows and help facilitate some of the incredible musicians here in the blooming music scene of Kansas City.

Anthony Burnside is a security expert, a Protective Intelligence Threat Assessment Investigator (P.I.T.A) and Private Investigator who has worked with some of America's biggest celebrities, politicians and people of interest. On this episode, we discuss his work, experiences and his approach to protecting clients.

In this episode we host Chris Goode, owner of Ruby Jean's Juicery. Tune in as we talk about his story, bringing health food to the hood, and his mission to change Troost Ave. into Truth Ave.

On this episode, we host musician and artist, Keelon Vann. Coming off the release of his second album, "Tales of the Gypsy", Keelon comes on to the show to talk his music, his influences, and his perspective as a Kansas City musician carving a role in a blossoming scene.

On this episode, Danny Mac speaks with Linzi Garcia of Meadowlark Press and Todd Cirillo of Six Ft. Swells Press, both of whom are published poets. Join us as we discuss poetry, running an independent press and more.

On this episode, we feature Rosie Warren-Thomas, a local herbalist and business owner in Kansas City. Her store, "Nature Made Me" features herbal blends, tea blends and many other home remedies that help support your body naturally. We discuss natural healing and what it means to connect to the earth.

In this episode, we interview Abram Shaffer, a creative consultant and story teller from Kansas City. Abram is known for his short form storytelling that he shares on social media, but is also a gifted musician and writer. Tune in as we discuss social media, collaboration and staying consistent with your creativity.

In this episode of Prospero's Pit, we host members and representatives of KC Tenants Union as we discuss the core values of the Union, the fight for rent control, and what it takes to battle the on going housing crisis in Kansas City.

In this episode of Prospero's Pit, we have the honor of hosting legendary Kansas City roots musician, Howard Iceberg. Artist, musician and writer, Howard has a catalog of over 1,000 songs and blesses the pod with live performances of some of his impressive work.

In this episode of Prospero's Pit, we host comedian, writer and actor, Caleb Hearon. Appearing in shows on Comedy Central, Netflix and most recently, starring in the new Jurassic World Domination, Caleb discusses what it takes to break into scenes that are far away from home and what it takes to be successful while still repping his hometown of Kansas City!

On this episode of Prospero's Pit, we host a close friend and the NEW head coach of the women's basketball team at Elmhurst University in Chicago, Illinois. Jason is a big part of why this podcast exists as he started my personal journey into the podcasting world during COVID, Listen as we talk ball, food and family in Prospero's Bookstore.

On this episode of Prospero's Pit, we host Swoovi. A man of many talents his profession is based in music and music production. His story. is truly inspirational as we talk about his journey through psychosis, rejection and fatigue to get to this point in his music career,

On this episode of Prospero's Pit, we host Liv Gallo, a super hero art designer. If you have watched any motion picture from music videos to commercials that were shot in Kansas City, you most likely have seen Liv's work. In this episode we discuss what her specialty is, how she got to be the most popular crew member in all of KC and why art is her passion.

On this episode of Prospero's Pit, Danny Mac hosts the owner and manager of Equal Minded Café, Dontavious Young. We chat about what it takes to manage a small business, collaborating on hosting events and red lining in Kansas City.

On this episode of Prospero's Pit, Danny Mac hosts long time friend and KC Current defender Croix Soto. We talk about everything from family memories to draft stories to Croix's professional debut.

On this episode of Prospero's Pit, we host legendary poets Damian Rucci and Scott Laudati amidst their world tour. We talk about what its like to sell poetry on the road, the New Jersey Renaissance and the power of the open mic.

On this episode of Prospero's Pit we host Clark Roosevelt, founder of Clvr. World, a street brand in Kansas City. Join us as we talk about identity, brand and what it means to be the main character of your life.

On this episode we host Taylor Burris and James Spikes of the A.I. Hub. The A.I. Hub stands for "Artist Incubator" and is a workshop for young entrepreneurs and artists. Their H.Q. is located in The River Market of Kansas City.

In this episode of Prospero's Pit, we host executive chef and Pit Master of Q39, Philip Thompson. Kansas City, known as the best barbeque in the United States, is a foodies heaven and it takes a talented chef to make his mark in this historic barbeque town. Listen as we go through Thompson's unique journey from Southern England to holding down the kitchen of one of the best BBQ joints in town.

In this episode of Prospero's Pit, we host Richard Stayton, former editor-in-chief of Written By Magazine and my father. In this episode, we discuss the on going WGA strike, why screen writers matter, and the countless tales of my father's adventures in San Francisco during the counter culture revolution.

In this episode of Prospero's Pit, we sit down with Clotilda Demauro. A woman of many talents, Clotilda is a singer, songwriter, poet, filmmaker and Spiritual influencer. Join us as we walk down memory lane from Danny and Clotilda meeting at the University of Missouri to their shenanigans in KC.

On this episode of Prospero's Pit, we sit down with Kansas City rapper BUDdha The Enlightened One. We discuss the music video we just made, what its like to work full time while chasing a dream and his new album NINETY7-NINETY8 SEASON.

In this episode of Prospero's Pit, Danny Mac sits down with "town muse" Caylin Willis, super model and co-founder of Yvonne & Mitchel. They discuss what its like stepping into the internet spotlight, recycling material for modern art and the excitement that is building in Kansas City.

In this episode of Prospero's Pit, Danny Mac interviews Jared Armstrong, fashion designer and co-founder of Yvonne & Mitchel. We discuss the fashion scene in Kansas City, the up-cycling scene, and why it is important to create with what we already have. You can find his designs at https://www.yvonneandmitchel.com/

On this episode of Prospero's Pit, Danny Mac interviews Ben Gipson, the founder of Underground Homies, a third party company that connects musicians, poets and artists with local businesses in the Kansas City area. In this episode we discuss facilitating culture, organizing open mics, and the social climate of Kansas City after COVID-19.