The Anti Social Social Tour Podcast

S6 EP3 In this episode of The Anti Social Social Tour Podcast , host ⁠ Brandon Avery ⁠ connects with ⁠ Mia Schenck , also known as Maverick Makaveli, a rapper, founder of U.I.U , and co Founder of Necessary Vibes ⁠ . Mia shares her story of growing up between Newark, New Jersey and Allentown, Pennsylvania, navigating two very different environments that helped shape her identity. From writing her...

S6 EP2 In this powerful and deeply personal episode of The Anti Social Social Tour Podcast , host Brandon Avery sits down with Jeremy Siedt , creator, educator, father, and co-owner of Archive The Gallery . Jeremy’s journey is rooted in craftsmanship, shaped by a childhood spent working with his hands and evolving into a life dedicated to art, education, and creative expression. As both a practici...

S6 EP1 In this powerful and deeply personal episode of The Anti Social Social Tour Podcast , Host Brandon Avery sit down with Hector Castro , artist, and custom muralist, from Allentown, PA for a long form conversation that goes far beyond the surface of art. Hector takes us back to his childhood and shares a core memory that shaped his entire life: watching his mother paint a mural on the walls o...

In this episode, we head back to Alternative Gallery…AGAIN, for another Art & Chat with photographer Peter Italiano , a long time fixture of the Lehigh Valley art scene. While capturing a live portrait of Brandon using a one light beauty dish setup, we dig into his decades spanning journey, from shooting film in the 1970s to adapting to digital workflows today. Peter is based in Allentown’s hi...

In this episode, we return to Alternative Gallery to sit down with visual artist  Kylee Tirado , who first picked up a paintbrush at age five, and has since developed a distinctive practice working with oil paint, sculptural relief, and mixed-media forms. Kylee dives into their journey through art, from early inspirations to establishing themselves as a  Resident Artist  at Alternative Gallery. We...

Art & Chat has officially evolved into its own side quest series, thanks to Brandon’s hyper-focus and love for these raw creative conversations. The goal now? Ten full episodes fueled by community, curiosity, and a little bit of chaos. In this episode, we traveled to Juxtahub to sit down with Jill Italiano , silversmith, founder of House Metal Works , and the creative force behind Tiny Docent...

Well, would you look at that, Art & Chat  is becoming a thing. Raw, real, and unfiltered conversations with fellow artists while we do what we do best: create! This time, I got to sit down with Krystal as we picked up on pieces we started a few weeks back. Along the way, we talked about art, the fine line between inspiration and stealing ideas, what’s next on her creative journey, and even set...

Today I stopped by ⁠ The Alternative Gallery ⁠ to catch up with fellow artist ⁠ Brandon Dominguez ⁠ for a chat at his studio while putting the final touches on a piece for tomorrow’s open house. I’ll be showcasing my latest medium,  Ordinary People , and this conversation turned into an unexpected bonus episode. What you’ll hear is raw, organic, and vulnerable, just two artists connecting, sharing...

S5 EP28 This episode is brought to you by Riley, so sit back and relax, because although it was impromptu, it’s a good one. Riley takes the mic to read us her star sign, opening up the space for me to ask questions along the way. It was random, but deeply necessary. Moments like this remind me that my children are natural healers and more than anything, that everything really will be okay. And som...

S5 EP27  👀 We're Back! Walks in, places index finger behind the ear —Hey! It’s Wednesday, and while I’d love to say we haven’t been on a hiatus… well, we have. But that’s in the past, and we’re all about being present, right? Especially when we’re kicking things off with energy that matches. Today, Host Brandon Avery had the pleasure of sitting down with Creative, Explorer, Visionary, and Fri...

S5 EP 26 What's up, world! Host ⁠ Brandon Avery ⁠ sat down with Brink$$ owner of Sun, Moon, and Stars. By day, she’s a Data Engineer and an AI master's student at Penn State , but by night, she’s a creator, fashion designer, stylist, and poet. We talked about her journey, from her childhood love of all things fashion and math to balancing her tech career with her creative passions. You don...

S5 EP 25 What's up, world! Host Brandon Avery sat down with newfound track star Kyli Mason Little for an impromptu conversation. We discussed the importance of meeting our goals, including releasing this podcast. Kyli shared her passion for the sport, the pressures of goal-setting, and her mental strategies. She also gave her thoughts on me as a father and even revealed details about a project...

S6 EP 2 (FULL AUDIO) In this episode, host Brandon Avery has the honor of engaging in an intimate conversation with the legendary Melba Tolliver , an American journalist and former New York City news anchor and reporter. Born on December 8, 1938, in Rome, Georgia, Melba's journey from playing with tin dollhouses and card games to breaking barriers as the first African American woman to anchor...

S6 EP 2 video (bonus snippet)  In this episode, host ⁠Brandon Avery⁠ has the honor of engaging in an intimate conversation with the legendary ⁠Melba Tolliver⁠ , an American journalist and former New York City news anchor and reporter. Born on December 8, 1938, in Rome, Georgia, Melba's journey from playing with tin dollhouses and card games to breaking barriers as the first African American wo...

S5 EP 24 What's up world it's your host ⁠ Brandon Avery ⁠ It's 1:30 am, and today we're diving into updates, goal setting, my books, short-term sacrifices, summer filming plans, manifestation, perseverance, wrapping up season five, while filming season six, and much more. Thanks for tuning in! We're back on schedule, so I'll catch you all next Wednesday. 👇🏼 Other ways to...

S5 EP 23 In this episode, join host Brandon Avery as he delves into a nostalgic conversation with his childhood friend, Rashad McNeil Together, they journey through the hustle and bustle of their early years, navigating the turbulent landscape of the early 2000s. From reminiscing about their shared experiences in a challenging environment to defying societal norms, this candid discussion offers a...

S6 EP1 Kicks off with An intimate conversation at The Dime with host Brandon Avery & Allentown's very own artist Dylan Collazo .  Pop open your best bottle of wine and Join the conversation as we talk art, childhood, fatherhood, discipline, family, professional career development, entrepreneurial development, and all the way to the epic success of his art show Born MAFIUSU – this convo is...

S5 EP22 Ready to spice up your Thursday with a detour into the extraordinary? Host Brandon Avery is in the driver's seat, and today he's joined by the one and only Sir Groove – a spoken word artist, a proud dad, a published author, and just an all-around dope human. In this episode, we're not just talking; we're vibing on the state of humanity, dancing in the creative realm, taking...

S5 EP21 Hey there, it's Wednesday again, and you know what that means – a fresh episode just dropped! In today's chat, your buddy Brando Avery sat down with the amazing Aly Kenawy , a Muslim entrepreneur and the founder of Voizebox. This isn't one of those speeded-up episodes – it's just two high-energy, like-minded souls vibing at a whole other frequency. They cover everything ran...

S5 EP20 Hey everyone, today our amazing host Brandon Avery had a chat with Cat Huynh and Chelsea Rae , the powerhouse duo behind the luxurious skincare boutique Skinterest Skincare . They shared their journey from $5 eyebrows to offering free services that drew customers in, leading to a jaw-dropping achievement of hitting over $100K in sales within 24 hours! Plus, we got an exclusive peek into th...

S5 EP19 In today's engaging podcast, host Brandon Avery connects with photographer Devin Ford , diving into the compelling story behind his upcoming 36-page zine, "The Allentown I See". Prepare for a rollercoaster of emotions as Devin reveals how a pivotal moment—the tragic loss of his girlfriend Abby in a car accident—sparked his journey into photography as a means of coping. Their...

S5 EP18 Get ready for an extra-special midweek treat as we flip the script and bring you those cozy Wednesday vibes on a Tuesday evening! Host Brandon Avery is diving into a much-anticipated chat with none other than Quintin Fernandez —an incredible photographer, videographer, and just an all-around fantastic human being. We're about to unravel the heartwarming story of how Quintin's love...

S5 EP17 What's up world, Join host Brandon Avery in an inspiring conversation with the multifaceted individual, Bill Strickland . In this episode, Bill, who wears many hats as an editorial director, writer, cyclist, and father, delves into his life's journey, transcending from small talk about weather to profound discussions that resonate deeply. From navigating a traumatic childhood, a pr...

S5 EP16 Welcome back to the world, it's been three years since our host Brandon Avery last caught up with the now freelance artist, Deighton Hamlet . In this episode, we dive right back into the conversation, exploring Deighton's journey as an artist-entrepreneur. He shares insights on personal growth, adulting, self-esteem, effective time management, and the things that truly matter to hi...

S5 EP 15 What's up world, Join us for an engaging conversation as we sit down with the awesome trio behind Solo Society, your favorite thrift pop-up business. We've got Michael Devers, Ariana Kane, and Tianna Thomas in the hot seat, and we're going to dive deep into their inspiring journey. From their humble beginnings to the people who lit their entrepreneurial fire, we'll explore their thrilling...