Well Versed with Parish Butler

Well Versed Episode 14: "AT ALL COSTS" feat. Wesley Danzy In Episode 14 of Well Versed, we sit down with Wesley Danzy, Director of At All Cost Youth Sports League, for a powerful conversation about basketball, mentorship, music, and community impact in Gary, Indiana. Wesley takes us back to his roots on Gary's west side, sharing how the city shaped his love for basketball and the lessons he learne...

Back with another episode. Today we cover the Drake ICEMAN drop and the journey from 2008 to now.

Finally able to upload this episode. Instagram: @wellversedshow @imunclejonesy 

In this episode, I sit down with LaShata’ Grayson—motivational speaker, advocate, fitness instructor, and leadership development specialist who has made a powerful impact in the Indianapolis community. LaShata’ is the founder of the fitness initiatives Black Girls Who Lift and Carry The Weight, movements focused on strength, empowerment, and community. We talk about her journey into fitness, how l...

This week on Well Versed, Parish is joined by Kelah McKee, aka The Polished Lady—journalist, advocate, cultural amplifier, and storyteller who has been building community and elevating brilliance since 2015. From her early influences in old-school music to her career in radio at HOT96.3 (2015–2020), Kelah shares how passion, purpose, and human connection have shaped her journey. This conversation...

What does authenticity really mean in hip-hop today? In this episode, we break down the top albums of 2025 and what they reveal about where the culture is headed. We unpack the lasting ripple effects of the Drake vs. Kendrick battle—who truly shifted the narrative, and how it changed the competitive spirit of the genre. Looking ahead, we discuss what to expect from hip-hop in 2026, from sound and...

Happy New Year! 2026 is here which means Season 2 has begun! On this episode I recap my holiday season, Leon Thomas and Gucci Mane concerts, discuss Best of 2025 Hip-Hop and R&B, Artists to watch in 2026 and alot more. Follow Well Versed on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellversedshow/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@WellVersedShow

In this episode, we dive into a surprising moment in music history: a week on the Billboard Top 40 with zero hip-hop songs. What does it say about the current state of the genre? Is this a temporary dip, a sign of shifting listener habits, or evidence of a deeper transformation happening within hip-hop itself? From there, we pivot into a rich conversation about the enduring legacy of D’Angelo—the...

On this episode we have my favorite guest in whole world. My daughter Kennedy! We chat about her volleyball season, upcoming basketball season and she gives us some insight some of the music she's been listening to recently. Well Versred on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@WellVersedShow "Well Versed" is a podcast where we dive deep into the powerful connection between music and life. Each episod...

This week on Well Versed we have Aisha Rose, media specialist and founder of apparel brand "CUFFIN SZN" @alwayscuffinszn. We talk everything from creative inspiration, work life balance, summertime in Indy, 20 Years of Chris Brown and so much more! Instagram: @theaisharose X: @theaisharose X & Instagram: @alwayscuffinszn LOVE N TRAP SZN | 9.18.25  PROPER INDY | 614 MASS AVE. 7PM - 11PM cuffins...

The Blues had a baby and they named it Rock & Roll. In this episode of Well Versed, I sit down with guitarist and music enthusiast Mr. James Ezell for a deep dive into the birth of rock music and how blues, gospel and jazz influenced it all. We explore the legendary life and influence of Jimi Hendrix, unpacking how his artistry reshaped the landscape of modern music. James shares his own music...

Dom Jackson joins me to discuss the business of Nightlife, giving consumers more value for their money, creating memorable experiences that the people can enjoy and future plans for the marketing collective "Love N Trappyness. We also talk songs of the summer, the first albums we ever bought and specifics of cuffing season. Look out for more from the "Love N Trappyness" crew! Dom on Instagram: htt...

In this episode of Well Versed, we sit down with the high-energy, genre-blending DJ and tastemaker, DJ Nick Nasty. He talks about his journey to becoming DJ, Husband and the Author of four books. Known for his ability to move crowds and seamlessly fuse classic sounds with modern beats, Nick takes us behind the turntables to share his process—from the first spark of inspiration to carving out his n...

The Post Drill Era, Alfredo 2, Lifestyle Rap, Posse Cuts and more....