The Hilltop Glove Podcast

Send us Fan Mail THG interviews  Cedric Umoja .  Cedric is a Columbia-based multidisciplinary artist and poet who seeks to implement alchemical change through the use of letter forms and archetypal totems. He bridges the ancient and the future in his drawings, paintings, murals, sculptures, film and installation work. Cedric was drawn to art at an early age with hip-hop comic books being his bigge...

Send us Fan Mail THG interviews Dr. Shari Dade . Shari is a Columbia-based psychologist, wellness consultant, and motivational speaker. She earned her PhD in Counseling Psychology from The University of Minnesota-Twin Cities and enjoys working with community organizations that focus on trauma, depression, anxiety, and lifestyle transitions. In 2017, she developed Everyday Psychology LLC , a consul...

Send us Fan Mail THG interviews guest Brad Washington. Brad is a Columbia-based educator, author, and avid runner. Brad is the author of the social-emotional learning/culture building program and book, The Greenprint .   Make sure to subscribe to us on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , and Google Podcasts . Also follow us on Instagram and Facebook @hilltopglove. Sponsored by: Red Rooster Sports Bar &...

Send us Fan Mail THG interviews guest Dajon Tee. Dajon is a Orangeburg, South Carolina music manager, host, and promoter. In 2018 she became the CEO of Dajon Tee Management , a music management company working with indie recording artists in the South. She is also the co-owner of Pyrexx Battle League . She focuses on artist development, registering music properly, promotions and live reviews.  Mak...

Send us Fan Mail THG interviews guest B-Fresh (Brandon Huggs). Originally from St. Matthews (SC), B-Fresh is a creative director, A&R, and entrepreneur. He is also the creator of the Solefood clothing line and executive producer of Amethyst , a series of compilation albums created by SC artists and producers. Make sure to subscribe to us on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , and Google Podcasts . Also...

Send us Fan Mail THG interviews guest Patrice Washington. Patrice is a Columbia-based pastor, gospel artist (emcee), author, actor, and mother. Her autobiography, “From The Pit To The Palace” documents her personal journey about exposing the devil to reveal the Glory of God. After being ordained in 2008 she established “According To Your Faith Ministries'' with her husband Deacon James W...

Send us Fan Mail THG interviews Pierce Freelon. Pierce is a Durham, N.C. based musician, Emmy award winning producer, city council member, and educator. He is the founder of Blackspace , a digital makerspace offering black and brown youth the breathing space to manifest their dreams through free programming in poetry, coding, puppetry, 3D-printing, animation, beat making, rap, photography, and DJi...

Send us Fan Mail THG interviews guest Naida Rutherford. Naida is the newly elected Richland County (SC) Coroner, nurse practitioner, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and mother. Her non-profit, Styled By Naida Foundation provides apparel and toiletries to individuals in need, as well as financial literacy seminars, and scholarship opportunities to single mothers. She also has a clothing boutique Now...

Send us Fan Mail THG interviews guest Scott Slagle. Scott is Charlotte-based recording engineer, producer and owner of Asylum Digital Recording & Mixing Studio .  A veteran in the Carolina music scene, he has worked as a freelance recording engineer/producer at The Bassment, Chung King, D&D, DARP, Firehouse, The Hit Factory, HUSH Studios, Reflection Sound Studios and The Sonic Cafe’.  He i...

Send us Fan Mail THG interviews guest Taraza Tyler. Taraza is a Raleigh-based entrepreneur, philanthropist, mentor, and mom. Taraza is the CEO/Founder of POWER, Inc ., a non-profit that assists single parents with accessing community resources. Make sure to subscribe to us on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , and Google Podcasts . Also follow us on Instagram and Facebook @hilltopglove. Sponsored by: Red...

Send us Fan Mail William “WLPWR” Washington. A Columbia-native, WLPWR is an Atlanta-based music producer and entrepreneur. WLPWR is the founder of SupaHotBeats, BNDWTH Studios and the co-host of The FreeGame Podcast . He has worked with artists such as: Eminem, Wiz Khalifa, Big Krit, Travis Barker, Kodie Shane, Yelawolf, Sky Morales, and Josh Waters. Make sure to subscribe to us on Spotify , Apple...

Send us Fan Mail THG interviews guest Elizabeth Stiff. Elizabeth is a Fayetteville-based public relations consultant, photographer, entrepreneur and philanthropist. She is the owner of L3 Brand , a company that specializes in PR, Brand Development, Marketing, Photography, Social Media Management & Email Blasts. Make sure to subscribe to us on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , and Google Podcasts . Al...

Send us Fan Mail THG interviews guest Gerard “Gripp” Richardson. Gripp is a Columbia-based jib crane operator, music producer/engineer and entrepreneur. He is the owner and operator of Gripp Tight Productions which specializes in professional jib operation and cinematography. Gripp is a 2021 Emmy recipient and has worked on projects with the 2014/2018/2022 Winter Olympics. He has also worked live...

Send us Fan Mail THG interviews guest Iyore Odighizuwa (Yore Yore). Yore Yore is a Los Angeles-based production assistant, voiceover artist, and podcast producer. She has worked on programs such as Shahs of Sunset, House of Cards, and BET Awards. YoreYore has a podcast, 5 Minutes with An Akata? , that seeks to understand and repair the cultural gap between African Americans and the African Diaspor...

Send us Fan Mail Do we allow the media and our emotions to cloud our judgment? THG interviews guest Kenny Gardner. Kenny is a Charleston-based attorney, philanthropist, youth coach, and family man. He is an attorney at Butler Snow where he practices tort law, transportation law, commercial law and specialized litigation. Make sure to subscribe to us on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , and Google Podcast...

Send us Fan Mail We complain about lack of support from our friends and family, but can they afford to support your business? THG interviews guest Lexie KillenEm. Lexie is a Columbia-based photographer, content creator, mom and entrepreneur. She is the owner and operator of Lexurious Photography Studio which specializes in real estate and commercial photography. Make sure to subscribe to us on Spo...

Send us Fan Mail We complain about youth violence in hip-hop culture, but what alternatives are we giving them? THG interviews guest Sam Be Mixing. Sam is a Columbia-based poet, emcee, songwriter, and audio engineer. He is the CEO and founder of Asked of GOD Entertainment and Sam Be Mixing Recordings . Originally from Alabama, Sam focuses on networking with local artists and businesses to further...

Send us Fan Mail Does the black community take our creativity for granted? THG interviews guest Casey Handy-Smith. Casey is a Houston (TX)-based attorney specializing in business, entertainment, and digital media law. Her law firm, C. Handy Law is focused on protecting the rights of often exploited minority talent and influencers by means of providing contractual and legal advice. Casey has her ow...

Send us Fan Mail Does Hip-Hop have a space for older artists and influencers? THG interviews guest FreePour Donnie. An Orangeburg-native, Donnie is an hip-hop lyricist and entrepreneur (Billaboy Ent. & 4Skrandz). He recently dropped a new EP, Til Further Notice which is available on all streaming platforms. FreePour Donnie is an advocate for speaking through his music about what's going o...

Send us Fan Mail Why is it important for creatives to connect with the next generation? THG interviews guest Carla Aaron-Lopez. Carla is a Charlotte-based artist, mom and educator. She likes to create multidisciplinary images & text that is centered around celebrating American Black culture from the dirty South, women of color as cosmic super beings and the natural s'language of the Ameri...

Send us Fan Mail Does the Carolinas support their black creative entrepreneurs?  THG interviews guest Yo! Shayne! (Shayne Johnson). Yo! Shayne! is a Columbia-based music producer, artist, actor, filmmaker and entrepreneur. He is the owner and operator of RO Media Creative Studios in West Columbia, SC. Make sure to subscribe to us on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , and Google Podcasts . Also follow us o...

Send us Fan Mail Does the current education system understand  the needs of young black creatives? THG interviews guest Morowa Mosai (Alexandria Searles). Morowa is a Charleston-based visual artist and graphic designer. She describes her style as Afrocentric and Empowered Femininity with a focus on women of color. Morowa sells paintings, prints, and inspired handcrafted jewelry (Morowa & Co.)....

Send us Fan Mail Has the Hip-Hop community been miseducated when it comes to the legal system?  THG talks with Sean Wilson. Sean is a Charleston-based attorney and owner of the Law Office of Sean M. Wilson. A Columbia, SC native, Sean is a graduate of the College of Charleston and Charleston School of Law. Make sure to subscribe to us on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , and Google Podcasts . Also follow...

Send us Fan Mail The Hilltop Glove Podcast looks back at this past season. Topics covered:  favorite guests, plans for Season Two, and current events (COVID-19, artists, college athletics, and etc.). Make sure to subscribe to us on Spotify , Apple Podcasts , and Google Podcasts . Also follow us on Instagram and Facebook @hilltopglove. Support the show BOOK OUR SPACE (Columbia): https://www.peerspa...

Send us Fan Mail Skip and Ta-Myia interview guest Brittany Turnipseed. Brittany is a jazz and soul singer/songwriter based in Columbia, SC. Brittany is the 2018 top winner of Apollo Theater's Amateur Night Competition. Topics covered:  songwriting, bridging the generational gap through music, the importance of music in family life and current projects. Make sure to subscribe to us on Spotify...