Word To Your Mama

Classic Episode originally dropped 2021 Jae Taylor : Author | Husband | Father | Entrepreneur Recently released from 12 years in prison, my hermano in law kicks off our first full blown episode of 2021. We discuss the school to prison pipeline, his insights during his time away where he accomplished so much such as becoming a firefighter and earning multiple degrees. While away, Murs recorded a so...

Classic Episode Originally dropped 2021 Evonne Gallardo: Latinx arts and Culture Management, Culture Bearer In this episode Evonne talks about how she’s holding up in the pandemic part duex, how she met Ritzy at the 2018 CAA conference when they were on the same panel and they both had the honor of meeting the great Pepon Osorio, her recent presentation at the NALAC National Latinx Art Summit, how...

Originally Dropped in 2021 OG CHINO: Korean Cholo, Tour Manager, Artist, Owner of Escala “Seoul born, Bogotá raised, L.A. grown, Brooklyn aged.” In this episode OG Chino talks about his journey of being born in South Korea, spending his formative years in Colombia then moving to Los Angeles where the Latino / Cholo community embraced him. From LA to Dallas to NYC, to globe trotting as the tour man...

Classic episode originally dropped in 2020 Monalisa Murray: DJ, Music Industry Veteran, Tastemaker We discuss Monalisa’s history in the hip hop music scene, dressing down to not attract attention while working, we discover her root that started her love of liner notes and more. We also have “Questions from the Audience” for her from B+ , Asad , Rhettmatic and Rakaa . Episode links @monalisa7872 Mo...

SKET ONE: Creative Director | Artist | Muralist How a quality Caucasian from New Haven, Connecticut got into graffiti, how he navigates dealing with shady people in any industry, how moving to California impacted his art, how having corporate experience helps pitching personal projects to suits, his design process for his latest Optimus Prime figure and so much more. During The Supernatural Bear c...

Originally dropped Sept 2020. Explicit. In this first installment we find out how they met, what the expected outcome of doing these special episodes is and we get to know Nyysha more when she answers the not so rapid fire questions. Relatives , a podcast within a podcast.  Relatives explores the  history of when a 1st generation Mexican girl and a Black girl meet in South Bay San Diego...

Ritzy P: Consultant, UN Speaker, Creative, Diversity in Tech Advocate Things Discussed: How things have been crazed We are taking a Summer Break but will be posting classic episodes What will be new when we return I AM MY ANCESTORS’ VENGEANCE Tank Tops and Youth sizes now available. And much more! EPISODE LINKS MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES RELATIVES: LIFE BE LIFING Ritzy P upcoming speaking engagements...

Update 3 on The Future of BIPOC, Disabled and LGBTQ+ Artists with Colony Little and Evonne Gallardo In this episode we discuss: The Importance of Community : Delving into social weaving and the necessity of creating spaces to go deep rather than wide. History, Land, and Care : Examining the intricate relationship between history, land, and the need for foregrounded care. Cultural and Societal Shif...

Yvonne Hernandez : Latina founder of Decide Balance Originally dropped 2022 We discuss how Yvonne Hernandez has a mission to teach meditation to 1 million kids with Decide Balance™, how Inspired Action Group coaching led by Wendy Amara, has impacted her personal and professional growth, her Latina Moms Mindfulness Virtual Summit and more. During The Supernatural Bear Corner, The SNB shares his exp...

Originally dropped June 2022 Angie Fuentez aka DJ Ill Meca talks about being Afro-Latina growing up in South Los Angeles, car accidents teaching her patience, how DJ-ing entered her life at the right time/mindset, studying at the famous Beat Junkies Institute of Sound and so much more. During The Supernatural Bear Corner, The SNB talks chilaquiles and custom artwork by Josh Loera Episode links Lad...

Rhettmatic: DJ and Producer, member of The Beat Junkies Things Discussed: His evolution of being a DJ/Producer and joining the world famous Beat Junkies Being an advocate for the legacy of Hip Hop  Does LA Hip Hop get enough respect when it comes to the overall history of Hip Hop? Navigating being a care taker of his mom Tries to narrow down his top 5 Hip Hop albums Brazilian Jiu Jitsu And mu...

Ritzy P: Consultant, UN Speaker, Creative, Diversity in Tech Adcovate. Things Discussed: The Importance of Mental Health: Focus on mental health for BIPOC, Disabled, and LGBTQIA+ communities. Ritzy’s advocacy for mental health awareness. Therapy’s Impact on Ritzy’s Life: How therapy helped Ritzy cope during college when her mom was given a few months to live. Meeting her biological father for the...

Christina Olivarez: Founder & CEO of The Social Butterfly Gal & Hustle + Socialize Things Discussed: She had dreams of becoming a newscaster, but the universe had different plans. She never gave up despite hearing many "no's." Sometimes you have to create your own opportunities. Entrepreneurs need to understand that perseverance is key. Discussing the importance of visibility, both persona...

In honor of Skateside Fest returning in Culver City, CA May 18th 2024 , we are reposting this episode so you can get to know one of the co-founders of The Skateside. Originally dropped November of 2021 Coach Lemar Betts: Skating with a Curl Lemar Betts : Entrepreneur/Co-Founder of The Skateside. This is a rare 100% curse word free episode. In this episode Los Angeles native, Coach Lemar Betts, a B...

RELATIVES episode with Ritzy P and Nyysha they discuss: - The reasons why this is the first RELATIVES after a 2 month break. - A passing of Nyysha’s mom and her major move across country. - Ritzy’s NYC trip: Barely making her speaking engagement, her mug being on Times Square again and attending Women in Hip Hop VIP reception at Lincoln Center - Ritzy’s next level Coachella trip and meeting Keith...

Jadyn Violet: 1st Gen Indian American Musician and Entrepreneur Things Discussed: Meet a 23-year-old first-generation Indian American who chose to leave business school to pursue his passion for music. Discover the significance of embracing hard work as an integral part of the journey towards fulfilling your dreams. Explore the concept that your only obstacle in life is often yourself. Delve into...

Amanda Lopez: Photographer Things Discussed: Living in Sacramento, LA, and now Denver. Finding her passion of photography at 16 years old. Navigating a professional creative life with no blueprint. How having support from family and the universe was the sign she was on the right path. Pushing back on the ideas of Patriarchy via her work of reconnecting, reclaiming, and reimagining to the image of...

Dr. Cat Brown, OBGYN and Medical Director of Winona, a menopause care service, is also a mother of three who loves gardening and going to concerts. If you’ve ever had questions regarding peri-menopause or menopause, this is the episode for you. Topics Discussed: Why she decided to advocate for women’s menopause care. Myths and misconceptions regarding peri-menopause and menopause. Bioidentical Hor...

Fanshen Cox: Founder and president of TruJuLo Productions, Producer and host of Sista Brunch Podcast Things Discussed Her interesting multi-cultural upbringing, why she has a Chinese name and the powerful meaning behind it. When she knew this work in tv/film was her path. What is the inclusion rider, who co-authored it and the realities of the real progress of it pre and post George Floyd. Things...

Carmelita Ramirez-Sanchez Chicana Hip Hop Veteran and Executive Director of the Boyle Heights Arts Conservatory Things Discussed How her father supported her dream of being on the radio at the age of 8. Being on air at 16, working the 2 am-6 am shift in Vegas. Contributing significantly to the culture. Ritzy becomes emotional while thanking Carmelita for her support during that time. Having a natu...

Adriana Brava, Esq Mexican American Legacy Planning Attorney  Things Discussed What does family wealth and health dignity solutions entail? What things should we have in place to protect ourselves and our loved ones when it comes to estate planning? What are some of the benefits of estate planning? Madrina Legal: Content aimed at educating Spanish-speaking communities about estate planning. T...

Chrissy and Chef Stuart: Black Wife and Husband Restauranteurs  Things Discussed - Chef Stuart’s journey from barber to military to culinary school to chef to restauranteur. - How Chef Stuart and Chrissy met  - Predatory ghost kitchens - The realities of starting a business - Resources for new black and brown businesses - The importance of exposing our communities to quality healthy food...

Alyssa Reynoso Morris a queer Afro-Latinx Dominican and Puerto Rican Award Winning Author Things Discussed - Her books ‘Plátanos Are Love’ & ‘The Bronx is My Home’ and her new book that comes out later this year ‘Gloriana, Presente’ - How her Abuelita inspired her to be an author at age 7 - How story telling is a super power - The importance of libraries to authors and the community  And...

The Nerd Out with Ritzy & Lisa In this episode, the ladies speak on: - Sauna Blankets - Birds of Empire - Love in Gravity Podcast - Award Show Fashion - TV - Movies EPISODE LINKS WTYM Guest Hype song playlist WTYM LINKS Ritzy Periwinkle Word To Your Mama Store : Use code WTYM at check out to receive 10% off any order  YouTube WTYM Patreon Page DONATE MEDIA KIT WTYM was recorded using...

Luke Chueh: Artist Things Discussed - Colonoscopies to Tiktok - Has he or hasn’t he edited his own Wikipedia - One of his college professors told him he was a mediocre designer but was a better Illustrator and how the impacted his life - How addiction informed his artwork - The realities of wanted to evolve and not abandon his fans and so much more. EPISODE LINKS Luke Chueh Day Stalker by Carpente...