Talk To Me “The Podcast” with Jamie Simond

Asaph Ward is the definition of Super Producer. He is a categorical musical genius who’s love for God has propelled him to having his imprint on over 70 recordings. He is a singer,songwriter,musician,minister and Workshop clinician,that has worked with everyone from Dorinda Clark Cole to the Legendary David Foster. But it was his 1998 Project with the incomparable Kim Burrell(Everlasting Life)that...

Asaph Ward is the definition of Super Producer. He is a categorical musical genius who’s love for God has propelled him to having his imprint on over 70 recordings. He is a singer,songwriter,musician,minister and Workshop clinician,that has worked with everyone from Dorinda Clark Cole to the Legendary David Foster. But it was his 1998 Project with the incomparable Kim Burrell(Everlasting Life)that...

With a deep-seated passion for people and the desire to be an ambassador for God's Kingdom, Pastor Darien Mickens set out to change lives by demonstrating love and educating others through Kingdom Principles. Darien is the newly installed Pastor at Lights of Zion Worship Center where he previously served as the Assistant Pastor, Minister of Music, Praise & Worship Leader, and Director of...

NBA 2 time Most Valuable Player, and National Champion Giannis Antetokounmpo, had a very interesting way of looking at being the number one team in The NBA,and losing to the eighth seeded Miami Heat in the first round of the playoffs. I Gather with the NBA council to talk thru the playoffs and His view on failure. 

Patrick Winfield is a Singer,Activist,Educator and the Pastor of the Potters House Fort Worth in Texas. He has partnered in ministry with Bishop TD Jakes, and has one of the fastest growing ministries in the area. This week we talk to him about life, movement, transitions and Ministry.

The Name Lebron James is ringing loud right now,for his latest milestone of becoming the NBA’s All Time Scoring leader. Well…in the minds of some, that makes him the G.O.A.T(Greatest Of All Time). Not so fast 💨…There are certain criteria that must be met to be in that particular conversation. Join Us this week(Cedric,Greg,Deo&Al) as we dive into the subject, “What Does It Take To Be The Goat”...

Anita Wilson(Donald Lawrence)is one of the freshest voices in gospel music. Hailing from southern Illinois,she came to Chicago and started making huge strides in her music career. From Meeting and joining Donald Lawerence’s “The Company”, to embarking on her solo career that ultimately led to record company ownership ,Wilson’s Journey has been simply inspiring. 

Charles Clark is the ceo of the Nebo media group, a faith based content house dedicated to encouraging and uplifting all people. Nebo houses his radio network(The Star Radio)several radio shows(including this podcast),Brotha Magazine,The Gospel Blue Mic awards and a host of other content. 

Deborah Hanna is the founder and ceo of Mighty Dominion, a full service radio marketing and promotions company. She is responsible for breaking the careers of Martha Munizzi,Travis Greene and Jonathan McReynolds just to name a few. She has over 30 years of service in the gospel music community and is one of the most recognizable names in the radio promotions game. She is the definition of “Boss Mo...

  Jeral Gray Sr. Is a musician extraordinaire, who has spent his life not only playing, creating, and producing music for the gospel music industry and the church,but has given his life to training young musicians and singers. He is one half of the world Renown Grayboy Productions and is featured as a musician or producer on over 70 albums. He is also the creator and founder of Chicago’s own“New D...

On this weeks Bonus episode,we discuss our Top 5 NBA point guards of all time. Its a simple look at our criteria and picks. This weeks returning contributors are Pastor Ray Bady,Dewayne "Deo" Bradford,Elder Cedric Ford,and Greg"Fitchy" Rounds.

On this weeks Bonus episode we discuss The King Of Pop,Michael Jackson,and countdown our top 5 Songs of all time. We dive into his life,legacy and impact on the world. I’m joined by my friend,singer,pastor, and MJ Super fan Chris Murray. 

On this weeks Bonus episode we discuss The King Of Pop,Michael Jackson. We dive into his life,legacy and impact on the world. I’m joined by my friend,singer,pastor, and MJ Super fan Chris Murray. 

On this weeks Bonus episode we talk through the Steph Curry Argument. Is he Top Ten All Time? Some say he is, others argue he isn’t. What say you?

On this weeks bonus episode,we talk to Mary Spillers,Marlon Johnson and Tasha Clopton,New Edition superfans,about Our mutual love for New Edition. We share who our favorite members are and why,and also share some personal New Edition moments. We do it All to recap our night at “The Culture Tour” in Chicago. Also we chat about the new Bobby Brown Docu-series,Biography:Bobby Brown.  

On this weeks bonus episode,we talk to Mary Spillers,Marlon Johnson and Tasha Clopton,New Edition superfans,about Our mutual love for New Edition. We share who our favorite members are and why, and also share some personal New Edition moments. All in preparation for heading to The Culture Tour in Chicago. 

On this Bonus version of Talk To Me “The Podcast”,We talk to Will Stylz, an Independent music industry A and R director,who created his own Music showcase for aspiring artist. We also Talked with John Blu, a billboard chart topping R and B artist, who will also be performing at The “Who’s Litty Outchea” showcase. 

Percy Gray Jr. (Shirley Caesar,Chicago Mass Choir) is an award winning,Chicago treasure,who is one of the greatest composers of sacred church music we’ve seen. He sits with us this week and tells us about his early years becoming a choir director and the beginning of his love for music. He also tells us about his musical mentors and his experiences in church and the music industry. 

Ray Bady(Marvin Sapp,R. Kelly) has a story with many layers and turns to it. He went from a touring musician,to a recording artist, and then into the role as Youth Pastor. He tells us about growing up on the west side of Chicago in a musical ministry family, and explains the road to his new role as Lead Pastor. Ray shares his 16 year journey from Chicago to Texas,and then Back to Chicago. 

Maurice Fitzgerald (Destiny’s Child,Fred Hammond) Is a bassist from Chicago that has impacted the gospel recording industry at a record pace. He talks with us about his rise to being one of the most sought after bass players in the industry. We discuss some of his setbacks, that were actually setting him up, to launch him into a highly decorated career. If you've heard a Gospel album in the l...

Rick Robinson (Ricky Dillard,Anita Wilson)Has written and produced some of the most recognizable songs in gospel music today. You would be hard pressed, to visit an African American church that isn’t actively rotating material with his musical DNA attached to it. We recall a word of prophecy, he was given as a young man, that literally launched him into his destiny. He talks to us about his gospel...

Teddy Campbell (American Idol,The Tonight Show with Jay Leno)is one of the most recognizable drummers of our time. He joins us this week to talk about being a Christian and playing music in main stream society. He also tells us about a promise he made to God,as a teenager,and how it served him in his adult life as a professional musician. Teddy shows us the various ways in which his tragic life ex...

November 3rd,1990,At the Panteges Theatre in Los Angeles California,Walt Whitman & The Soul Children of Chicago performed on the CBS television special ,Motown 30:What’s Going On, celebrating three decades of the iconic company, founded by Mr. Berry Gordy. Today we talk to the amazing Dr. Walt Whitman about the event,and many fond memories of the experience. 

This week Rex Hardy(Mary J. Blige,American Idol,Avant,Tweet)talks to us about Life as a musician and producer. He talks about professionalism over talent, and he gives us the story on becoming the Music Director for the queen of Hip Hop Soul,Mary J. Blige. He also shares very powerful details about tragedy to triumph in his personal life, and growing up as a "P.K."(Preachers Kid)

Rodney East (Yolanda Adams,Marvin Sapp,R.Kelly,Isley Brothers,Jamie Foxx) sits with us this week,to chat about his life as a musician turned producer and Songwriter. He lets us in on everything from his Very first recording with Marvin Sapp,to being called on by R. Kelly to perform and write songs. He also talks about becoming Yolanda Adams’Musical Director. Don’t miss the conversation with this m...