Won of One: A PLLRS Podcast

Two Lewis has spent his career operating at the intersection of music, film, and partnership, and Episode 18 of Won of One: A PLLRS Podcast traces every layer of that journey. Two opens up about The Tropic Sun and His Eyes, his award-winning film that premiered at Tribeca, and pulls back the curtain on The Nowhere Man, the number one Starz series he made with his wife, Naturi Naughton-Lewis. Two a...

In this episode of Won of One: A PLLRS Podcast, Tone Stith, Grammy-winning New Jersey native, traces a career that began with a YouTube cover that landed in Justin Bieber's hands, wound through Jas Prince's orbit, and quietly produced some of the most recognizable R&B records of the last decade, including Chris Brown's platinum "Liquor." Stith opens up about the emotional weight behind his lat...

Before the Grammy, before the Live Nation deal, before 21 Savage was a household name, there was Kei Henderson, watching closely, betting early, and building differently. In this episode of Won of One: A PLLRS Podcast, the Founder and CEO of Third + Hayden traces a career path that began as a side hustle while she was still in corporate, ran through the underground Atlanta rap scene, and ultimatel...

From Stockton to the streets of Hollywood to city hall, Jason Lee has never moved in a straight line, and that is precisely what makes him worth watching. In this episode of Won of One: A PLLRS Podcast, the Hollywood Unlocked CEO and newly elected Vice Mayor of Stockton sits down for an unfiltered conversation about building an independent media empire from the ground up, the responsibility that c...

In this episode of Won of One: A PLLRS Podcast, Moses “Shyne” Barrow delivers a powerful, full-circle conversation on transformation and purpose, reflecting on 25 years since his incarceration and how time, faith, and perspective reshaped him. He opens up about using entertainment as a vehicle for inspiration, balancing a global political career with a return to music, and the mindset shift requir...

Episode 13 of Won of One: A PLLRS Podcast welcomes Akon for a wide-ranging conversation that traces his evolution from the era of Konvicted to his present-day resurgence, marked by his new project “A Beautiful Day” and a return to touring. Reflecting on two decades in the industry, Akon contrasts his earlier hustle with a more intentional, business-savvy approach, while opening up about experiment...

Felton Brown, Vice President of Creative Services at Dreamville Ventures, sits down with Reg Calixte for a conversation that moves fluidly between the boardroom and the booth. In episode 12 of Won of One: A PLLRS Podcast, Felton traces his path from a high school internship at Def Jam that lit the spark to becoming a key architect of Dreamville's visual identity and cultural infrastructure. He...

In Episode 11 of Won of One: A PLLRS Podcast , guest host Keith Nelson, Jr. sits down with sports media executive Teri Schindler for a conversation about disruption, storytelling, and the evolution of women’s sports. From her formative years and early instincts as a rule-breaker to becoming the first woman to produce a March Madness broadcast, Schindler reflects on breaking barriers in male-domina...

In this episode of Won of One: A PLLRS Podcast , legendary producer Amadeus takes listeners on a powerful journey from his humble beginnings in the Bronx to becoming one of the most respected architects in modern music. He reflects on grinding without resources, breakthrough moments that led to gold plaques and Bad Boy Records, and the importance of staying grounded while navigating fame, conflict...

In episode 9 of Won of One: A PLLRS Podcast , Executive Marketing Leader JD Anderson, whose 15+ year career includes driving record-breaking campaigns for artists like Buju Banton, Swizz Beatz, and Future, explores how social media and AI have reshaped music marketing, the renewed importance of in-person fan connection and physical products, and the creative challenges of working with today’s soci...

In this episode of Won of One: A PLLRS Podcast , host Reg Calixte sits down with legendary media executive and cultural architect Datwon Thomas for a conversation tracing his journey through hip-hop, journalism, and media evolution. Datwon reflects on early experiences abroad shaping his worldview, his unlikely entry into journalism as a VIBE intern, his early rise at XXL Magazine powered by netwo...

Episode 7 of Won of One: A PLLRS Podcast welcomes genre-bending artist Raury for a wide-ranging conversation about evolution, independence, and building with intention. Raury reflects on the breakout moment of Indigo Child, navigating early industry attention from Kanye West, touring with OutKast, and the near-miss collaborations that shaped his journey, while shouting out supporters like B.o. B....

In this episode of Won of One: A PLLRS Podcast, Chris “Gotti” Lorenzo takes listeners on a journey through his influential career. He shares the origins of Murder Inc., from selling beats through Top Dog Productions to the challenges of building a label, and recalls unforgettable moments, working with Michael Jackson, near-historic collaborations with Nas, a potential supergroup of Ja Rule, DMX, a...

In Episode 5 of Won of One: A PLLRS Podcast, Reuben Vincent sits down to share the journey behind his latest album, Welcome Home, and his experiences navigating the music industry as a Roc Nation artist during a time of transition. He opens up about being a first-generation American, balancing parental and label expectations, and the creative decisions that shaped his work. Reuben recounts leaving...

In episode 4 of Won of One: A PLLRS Podcast, Steven “Steve-O” Carless takes listeners on a powerful journey through his evolution from a first-generation Jamaican-American music lover to one of the most influential executives in hip-hop. Reflecting on early experiences at Star Trak Entertainment, where he learned the value of opportunity and purpose, Carless shares how pivotal connections, from Ph...

In Episode 3 of Won of One: A PLLRS Podcast , Kazeem “Kaz” Famuyide walks through a layered journey shaped by media, culture, and evolution. Kaz reflects on the rise of talent-led platforms like 7PM in Brooklyn , the shifting landscape of journalism and podcasting, and his early work with Steve Stoute building TheStashed.com into a magazine, podcast network, and sneaker store. He shares memories f...

In episode 2 of Won of One: A PLLRS Podcast, host Reg Calixte sits down with Grammy-nominated rapper, songwriter, and actor D Smoke for a conversation that spans his journey from teaching to music and the cultural shifts shaping Inglewood. D Smoke reflects on his early beginnings in Park Circle with his friend Chiz, his experiences in acting, including developing the character Raphael in Mayor of...

In this episode of Won of One: A PLLRS Podcast, Bronx-born rapper ScarLip joins us to talk about her breakout mixtape Scarred B4 Fame and the energy of her standout collaboration with Lil Wayne. She opens up about her dream collabs with Doechii, JT, Cardi B, and even Billie Eilish, while also sharing her desire to explore sounds outside of rap. ScarLip reflects on what it means to stay true to you...