Ruse Radio

Caleb Nettles is a guitarist/vocalist for the band Collapse//Revive, a Michigan-based metalcore group. You can also catch him offering his talents as the lead guitarist/vocalist for ZANG, a Genesee-county rock & roll cover band. Ruse Radio is so much larger than hip-hop and episodes like this help to prove it! Caleb is an incredibly talented musician and it was an honor to learn more about his...

BKTHAGR808 and I had such a great conversation for his first appearance on Ruse Radio that I had to have him back on ASAP. Our similar outlook on separate yet parallel career paths (him a producer/drummer, me a solo artist/sound engineer/podcaster) makes for an interesting conversation about the nature of networking. We both are deeply invested in the idea of manifestation and reaching out to othe...

Never before have I been so excited to invite a guest into the Ruse Stu 🔥 Cracka Lack is a producer, audio engineer, and Youtuber of 10+ years. Over that time, he's created a community of artists that are looking to improve their work in any way possible and that community is steadily growing daily! At almost 100K subscribers, there are few creatives that illustrate to me the power of giving back...

Skytzo Beatz has been on the Ruse Radio guest list for years! It was only a matter of time before we got him on the show. In this one, we talk about our experiences with the WWE, Skytzo being mistaken for Sada Baby, combining metal with hip-hop, and much more. 🔥 It takes a conversation like this to remind me of my love for the squared circle. Watching Monday Night Raw taught me the essence of sto...

Cameron Tyler returns to Ruse Radio to discuss what he's learned throughout his years in the industry! The best thing we can do is learn from lived experiences. Cameron got locked in with Jon Connor shortly after entering the game and began taking notes immediately. One thing you figure out quickly in life is that you can't unlearn the things you discover. In my eyes, that's what makes...

For Seth's second appearance on the show, we decided to dive deep into his origin story. 🔥 Seth grew up as a Jehovah's Witness. Going into this one, I knew that it would be a rocky ride because Mr. Stolz is nowhere near what you would expect when it comes to religious types. Hearing him explain what he was feeling and how he would deal with his personal struggles was profound. From a cert...

Joey Cough is a musician who I had the pleasure of meeting years ago. He hasn't left my radar since. The lyricism and flow on this man is reminiscent of the best 90s hip-hop, topped off with a humor that keeps everything fresh 🔥 I would recommend his music to any lover of rap. The following is taken from his artist bio on Spotify: 'Joseph Gamache was hatched in Flint, Michigan sometime du...

Nobody has chemistry like me and Jackman! 💯 For the third installment of the Jackman trilogy, we talk about how to make excellent content, Chance The Rapper, scam callers, Jeff Skigh, the value of art, and much more. As always, thank you for tuning in. ♥

Chicago has developed a special place in my heart. There's something about that city that calls to me. So much culture, so much life. It reminds me what I love about this world. It's a strange feeling to feel at home while away from it. For that reason, I've vowed to myself that I will one day call myself a local. I need this energy. Being surrounded by motion is like waking up to a ge...

In this episode, BKTHAGR808 and I attempt to answer a simple question: What is the purpose of creativity? 🤔 As humans, we're naturally inclined to look for new, creative concepts. We feed of one another's creativity. There's something fundamentally gratifying about recognizing an original idea. It's as if it speaks to the mystery of existence itself. Within each of us is a conscio...

In this episode, Jay-O and I attempt to get to the solve this question: 'What makes a 'real' rapper'? Authenticity in this day and age is becoming more and more of a rarity. To stick out from the pack, one must find their own voice. Generational talents like Frank Sinatra and Johnny Cash are respected in the hip-hop community for moving differently than their peers. Is there a less...

After a trip through space, Rocko and I touched down on planet Earth to give you this gem. In this episode, we talk about ChatGPT, Andrew Tate, Flint hip-hop, 'Scott Pilgrim VS. The World', Donald Trump, Ohio, & more! 🔥 it's always something special when the two of us get together. 💪

MysterWre returns to Ruse Radio! In this episode, he tells the story of meeting one of his favorite artists (Token), finding inspiration to follow his passion, and much more. Thanks for tuning in! 😁

Seth is a fellow musician, a neighbor, and a friend. We met at Tenacity Brewing in Flint, MI after I had performed at an open mic there. He gave me a drink on the house and we clicked immediately. In this conversation, we go in-depth on philosophy, nonverbal communication, how to achieve happiness, and much more! Thanks for tuning in. 💯

Join us for an unhinged episode of Ruse Radio. In this one, Midwest Ziggy & Slade join me to explore many topics such as aliens, having children in 2023, what happens when we dream, how culture influences the youth, and more!

Rocko Tesla joins Ruse for an fascinating conversation about hip-hop music, songwriting, what inspires us, and much more. Stay until the end for a freestyle session! 🔥

Sparrow joins Ruse for an illuminating discussion about hip-hop music, the legacy we leave behind, how to capture creativity, and much more. 💯 0:00 Sparrow 0:33 Origins 7:13 Battle Rap 10:54 Favorite Sparrow Songs 17:32 Lingo 22:06 VR Rappers 31:38 The Dangers of Social Media 43:36 Favorite Sparrow Visuals 52:26 Unreleased Music 56:11 Songwriting 1:09:43 Upcoming Projects 1:17:53 The Power of Con...

Jackman Raps is a poetic soul that found his calling in music. A few years ago, he had a near-death experience that inspired a sense of urgency within. Ever since, he's been applying pressure on an unprecedented level. The melodies this man conjures up are downright inspirational. We need more positive, uplifting energy within the atmosphere of hip-hop if we want to reshape our surroundings. In th...

Growing up, I never would have guessed that I would one day see my sister's face on the cover of Playboy magazine. The world is as unpredictable as it is continuous. Needless to say, it's an honor and a privilege to provide a glance into Felicia's lifestyle. If you would like to purchase a signed copy of her Playboy issue, you can contact her on Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/felicia.burghard...

It's safe to say this was the strongest episode to date. 💪 Kevin has been on my list for a hot minute! I've been keeping up with his content for years, watching him refine his sound along the way. Funnily enough, we both met Weet (a phenomenal sound engineer) through the same mutual friend, Arline! This trio got together and created a downtown music hub for artists called, 'Wav Village'. Due to c...

Rayvon Taylor is the creator and host of 'The Ray Podcast', an episodic outing that introduces us to endless talent in the Genesee county area. Whether it's an entrepreneur, musician, athlete, actor, etc., Ray shines his light upon them with deep questions and a positive personality. There are never enough people using their platform to highlight the talents of others! One could argue that is what...

In the Flint music scene, Eli Campioni has his foot in the door. Whether it be behind the scenes or onstage, this man will always give his all to create the best show possible. I met him as an employee of the Flint Local 432 and he always went above and beyond his duties for any given show. This is because Eli believes in the power of potential. He sees what local musicians have to offer in a way...

Jace and I have known each other for quite some time! You could say one this was a long time in the making. Not only that, but my friend here was lucky enough to be the first to grace the Ruse Stu's brand new upgrade: the loveseat. <3 (You can catch every single episode of this podcast in video format on YouTube! Just search 'Ruse Radio'.)

Michael is a good friend of mine and a big fan of the podcast! I was delighted to bring him into the studio for a conversation between companions; an honest interaction. While it is a blast bringing in numerous creators and musicians, it's a nice change of pace to just have a simple friendly chat.  Michael has a deep interest in 'Dungeons & Dragons' & voice acting, which play into one...

'MealeoStone Visuals' is a name that has been picking up more and more traction every single day. With 16 music videos released in January and 10 collaborations with budding Flint musician YSR Gramz, the consistency in the work on display here is impenetrable.  Being someone who works in video myself, it's refreshing to hear someone speak the language. This is why I'm so impressed by his outp...