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Infinite Banter"Banter and Son Salvage: The Lost Episode"Episode 227: In this episode, with the recent passing of "Sanford and Son" star Demond Wilson, Mark decides to air an interview he did with Wilson on 10/23/2020. The interview never aired previously, due to some of the views and opinions expressed by Wilson, that Mark didn't feel comfortable with being expressed on his show. Mark felt it was a good time to revisit the interview and play a condensed version of it, in honor of Wilson. Within this version of the interview, it contains talk about Wilson's time on "Sanford and Son", working with different actors throughout it's run, married life...
2026-02-201h 03Infinite Banter"What Banter Is Worth"Episode 226: In this episode, Mark talks with Hip Hop artist Wordsworth. We discuss his new project with Stu Bangas entitled "Chemisty". We also talk about his early days working on songs with "Black Star" and "A Tribe Called Quest", as well doing freestyle sessions, linking up with Stu Bangas, finding ways to branch out as an artist into new ventures, appearing on "Mr. Peabody and Sherman" show with Prince Paul, being self relaint on recording music videos, his podcast- "What Words Are Worth", working on books and his memories of the recently passed Mr. Complex. Find Wordsworth and S...
2026-02-091h 27Infinite Banter"Serenity Banter"Episode 225: In this episode, Mark is joined by two guests- Hip Hop artists Crotona P and Silent Someone, to talk about their joint project "Serenity". We discuss how Crotona P works his vocals with the production style of Silent Someone. We get into how they met up, working with various MC's, having tracks featuring DJ JS1, serenity as a topic throughout the album, future projects, the timing of releasing new projects vs promoting current ones and much more.Find the album "Serenity" on all platforms or on Bandcamp- https://crotonap.bandcamp.com/album/serenityMark also t...
2026-02-0256 minInfinite Banter"Real-Ultra-Sound Presents: Infinite Disclaimers and Red Raviolis"Episode 224: In this episode, Mark is joined by DJ Real One and Ultramag7 to discuss their favorite Hip Hop albums and songs of 2025. We break down which albums and songs were heavy in our rotation, the impact they made, what made 2025 a standout year for Hip Hop and what to expect for 2026. Which albums made the cut? Did we overlook any? Which albums and songs were your tops for 2025?Mark also briefly talks about his time traveling to New York City and the excitement of The Chicago Bears winning in the playoffs.Check out DJ...
2026-01-122h 29Infinite Banter"Glockchester To Chi-Raq"Episode 223: In this episode, Mark is joined by Hip Hop artist and frequent guest from Rochester New York, M Doc Diego. We discuss his new EP with Skinny Bonez Tha Godfatha "The Godfather And The Don 3". We also talk about reactions he's gotten for the EP, Mob movies, "Belly", working with artists like Piff Penny and other artists, doing music with his father- G Nyce and the scene in Rochester. Mark also talks about how years ago, he mistakenly watched “The Godfather 2” in reverse order on VHSCheck out the EP on Bandcamp here- https://skinnybonezthagodfatha.bandca...
2025-11-241h 07Infinite Banter"Football and Coffee"Episode 222: In this episode, Mark is joined by 11 year NFL veteran and founder of Circle House Coffee, Stephen Tulloch. We talk about his time in The NFL, playing for The Detroit Lions, favorite cities to play in, players that were a challenge on the field, playing for many years on Thanksgiving in Detroit, how he got his number 55, his love for coffee, starting his business Circle House Coffe, giving back with his organization, The Stephen Tulloch Foundation and much more. Exclusive deal for listeners of The Infinite Banter Podcast, get a discount on your entire order when you u...
2025-11-1540 minInfinite Banter"Halloween 4: The Return of Infinite Banter"Episode 221: In this episode, Mark celebrates the Halloween season, with a Halloween focused episode. First, he talks with screenwriter and director- Warren Skeels about his suspensful thriller "The Man In The White Van". We discuss how he first got involved with the project, the true events that inspired the movie, the amazing cast, working with a 70's setting, music in the movie setting the tone, reactions from fans, 80's video games, favorite horror movies and the challenges of working with horses in a movie. Watch the movie "The Man In The White Van" on platforms like Apple TV a...
2025-10-311h 32Infinite Banter"Bar Pods 2"Episode 220: In this episode, Mark is once again joined by Hip Hop artist Confucious. We talk about his new project with Lil Man and Jimmy Dukes, entitled "Kilobars". We also discuss, his work with The Bar Gods- Rhamsis Ali and Dice Dollar, the importance of lyrics in his verses, helping to teach Lil Man the rap game and take him under his wing, Ted DiBiase, "48 Hrs.", dollar stores, crazy weather and much more. Find Confucious music on all platforms or here-https://confucious.bandcamp.com/album/kilobars-2Mark also previews what's to come in his next Halloween t...
2025-10-231h 20Infinite Banter"Pay Your Respects"Episode 219: In this episode, Mark is joined by Hip Hop duo- Mike Martinez and Big Dese, to talk about their latest project "No Respect 2". We discuss the tone of the album, the idea of using Rodney Dangerfield to help construct the narrative of the album, putting out multiple projects, comedians, living in Florida and Boston, baseball playoffs and what's next for both. Listen to Mike Martinez and Big Dese on all platforms or here: https://mikemartinez.bandcamp.com/album/no-respect-2Mark also talks about going to the doctor, how The Brewers annoy him and the passing o...
2025-10-161h 03Infinite Banter"Beats, Rhymes and Zombies'Episode 218: In this episode, Mark is joined by DJ and producer- DJ MROK. We talk about his work on recent projects from Chuck D, Public Enemy and Phill Most Chill. We also discuss his upcoming project with Paavo called "Green Moon Rising". He talks about how "the Thing" helped inspire that project and his love for John Carpenter movies. We dive into his roots in music, working in other genres, coming back to Hip Hop, working with icons like Kool G Rap and Gift of Gab, the origin of his name, Marvel Zombies and living in the Chicago area.
2025-09-262h 03Infinite Banter"Fan Expo Excursion"Episode 216: In this episode, Mark talks about his recent excursion to Fan Expo Chicago. He discusses his expereince at this convention and how it has similarities and differences to other comic conventions in the Chicago area. Also, there are three interview segments within the episode. First, Mark brings back an on site interview from 2019 with actor Jason Moore known for his time on "The Punisher" Netflix series. Second, a segment from his past interview with artist Jeffrey Brown keeps the comic vibe going, talking about his start in working with illustrations and putting out books about "Star Wars" and "Batman"...
2025-09-0439 minInfinite Banter"Oodles of Show"Episode 215: In this episode, Mark is joined by "The Culture Clip King" Ultramag7. We talk about his work on podcasts like- "It's C-Doc Again" and "The Prospective Podcast". We also discuss his work with Princess Superstar and his recent appearance on Chuck D's latest project- "Chuck D Presents Enemy Radio: Radio Armageddon". Various other topics include- wrestling, preparing for interviews for podcasts, Hip Hop's renaissance, Ultramag7's video clips and how he prepares them, doing live shows and podcasts and what a "musty seat" is. Check out Ultramag7 here-https://linktr.ee/ultramag7Mark also discusses his e...
2025-08-251h 43Infinite Banter"Ryno Funk"Episode 214: In this episode, Mark is once again joined by Hip hop artist and radio host Rhinoceros Funk. We talk about his new project with Silent Someone and DJ JS-1 "Silent Funk 3 Silence B4 Da Funk". We also discuss movies like "Raiders of The Lost Ark", Tommy Lee Jones always looking older than he was, wrestling, the passing of Hulk Hogan, his tribute track to DOOM, adding a DJ element to the group, not buying beats and Lysol. Listen to Rhinoceros Funk on all platforms or here- https://therealsilentsomeone.bandcamp.com/album/silence-b4-da-funkMark also t...
2025-08-041h 27Infinite Banter"Young Sleep and Old Grouch"Episode 213: In this episode, Mark is joined by Hip Hop artist- Young Sleep. We preview his upcoming project "Sleep City 3", coming July 25th. We talk about tracks he did with Mickey Fatz and Royal Flush and how he met Royal Flush. We talk about the videos that correspond with the songs, his background growing up in Rochester, what the scene there is like, how he got his name and how Michael Vick was the subject for his his rhyme. Check for young Sleep here: https://linktr.ee/youngsleepMark also talks about the Billboard Top 75 R&B...
2025-07-0359 minInfinite Banter"Grown Folks Music"Episode 212: In this episode, Mark is joined once again by Hip Hop artist King Adroit. We discuss his new project- "Himology Volume 2", as well "Himology Volume 1", the process of moving, how his albums feel like it's made for grown folks, living in Pittsburgh, singers from the current era sounding the same, over the top sports celebrations, complaining about weather and what is next for King Adroit musically. Check out King Adroit on Bandcamp at- https://kingadroit.bandcamp.com/album/himology-vol-2Mark also talks about how great it is that there are new albums from icons like S...
2025-06-241h 18Infinite Banter"Torture Rap"Episode 208: In this episode, it's Torture Time!!! Mark brings back "Infinite Torture" to review the 1985 movie "Rappin" with special guest DJ Real One. "Infinite Torture" is a segment that is featured on special episodes, where Mark will watch a movie he's never seen before. Generally, it's perceived to be a bad film, and he breaks down and rates the movie. Is "Rappin" a bad movie? Is it a hidden gem? Does it represent a time capsule of 80's Hip Hop culture? Listen and find out what they think. Check out DJ Real One content here- https://linktr.ee/dj...
2025-04-091h 25Infinite Banter"Fusion Radio"Episode 203: In this episode, Mark is joined by Hip Hop artist Louie Sincere. We discuss his new project entitled "Sincero". We also talk about his coming up in Framingham, Massachusetts, the concept for his album, Honda Civics, Asics, musical influences and much more. Check out Louie Sincere on Bandcamp-https://louiesincere.bandcamp.com/album/sincero-2Mark also pays tribute to the passing of his friend and radio show host, Brian "Flyin' B" Stinson. A new song from Musik G and The Underground Army "It's Going Down" featuring Whirlwind D, King Topaz, Danjah Stand Clear and DJ Modesty i...
2025-02-1248 minInfinite Banter"Struggle Packs"Episode 202: In this episode, Mark is once again, joined by Hip Hop artist Toneyboi. We talk about his newest project "Patience Pays", his work with Griselda, Tribe getting into The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, the scene in upstate New York and what a struggle pack is. Check out Toneyboi music here- https://ditcdcom.bandcamp.com/album/patience-paysMark also does a new installment of "Infinite Torture", where he puts himself through the struggle of watching bad movies and talking about them. This torture segment assignment is to view the Marc Singer B flick "Cyber Zo...
2025-01-221h 01Infinite Banter"Thoughts and Prayers"Episode 201: In this episode, Mark is joined by Hip Hop artist- Ox Omni, to talk about his new album "No Prayers To The Devil" with production by 94 Maax. We also discuss his start in music, how life experience has affected his music and growth as a person, the concept of the album and much more. Check out Ox Omni on all platforms or at link- https://orcd.co/noprayersMark also talks about the release of the majority of the "Friday The 13th" franchise on Pluto TV This episode is dedicated to Robert Jolliffe
2025-01-1456 minInfinite Banter"Infinite Banter: 200th Episode"Episode 200: In this milestone episode, the 200th episode of Infinite Banter, Mark takes a trip down memory lane, with 20 segments highlighting past guests that span some of the episodes that have helped the show reach 200 episodes. There are flashback segments from a wide range of past interviews featuring- Jayson Warner Smith, Russell Todd, Theodus Crane, Pamela Davis-Noland, Nathan Hamill, Roxanne Perez, B. Brian Blair, Kyle Farnsworth, Akrobatik, Wordsworth, Res, Silver Spinner, Spyder D, DJ Chill Will, DJ Real One, EC Illa, Chubs, Young Zee, Kool Kim, Money B and Kool Rock Ski. Mark reflects on reaching the milestone e...
2024-12-202h 05Infinite Banter"Pod Lords"Episode 199: In this episode, Mark is joined by frequent guest, Hip Hop artist Piff Penny. Here, we talk about his latest project "War Lord 3". We also discuss his past and future projects, using music to channel negative and positive energy and when he knew he was hitting his stride musically. Check out Piff Penny here for more content-https://linktr.ee/piffpennyMark also previews what to expect for episode 200, coming next. Check out our sponsor Super 7, for the latest in action figures and merch featuring pop culture icons. Click the link for the latest fi...
2024-11-291h 10Infinite Banter"Podcast Game Classic"Episode 198: In this episode, Mark is joined by guest- Hip Hop artist Pengame Classic. We talk about his new album- "Nostalgia of a Fall Classic" also, we discuss his exposure to music and culture growing up in Michigan and Germany, working with Hip Hop icon Kool Rock Ski, how he came up with his name, the concept of his album, past and future projects and the rivalry between The Bears and Detriot Lions.Find Pengame Classic onSoundcloud:https://on.soundcloud.com/AwDXFrEprLz6wkkC7Bandcamp: https://otha.bandcamp.com/album/nostalgia-of-a-fall-classicMark also...
2024-11-121h 23Infinite Banter"Halloween Banter 3: Dream Warriors"Episode 197: In this special Halloween edition episode, Mark is joined by actor and voice over artist- Ira Heiden. We talk about his role as Will, in "A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors", preparing for the role by learning to use a wheelchair and already being a big of wizards. We also talk about his work on movies like "Elvira: Mistress of the Dark" "Father of The Bride" and "Ghostbusters: Afterlife". Ira also talks about how he got his start in acting, his love of Heavy Metal music, meeting fans at conventions, future projects and his favorite Halloween candy.
2024-10-301h 17Infinite Banter"Time Traveling Podcast"Episode 196: In this episode, Mark talks with Hip Hop Documentarian, writer and artist Kevin Beacham aka 7x3=21. We discuss his new EP with producers DJ Real One and Cache 22 of Headnock records called "Breathe To Live". We also talk about Kevin's history doing radio, especially shows like his long running "Time Travel" show in Chicago, being a big part of the scribble jam battles in Cincinnati, his time on the Hip Hop scene in Minneapolis, taking in Hip Hop culture in many different cities and regions and much more. Check out Kevin Beacham's music and more here- https://l...
2024-10-221h 50Infinite Banter"Podcasts Are Weird"Episode 195: In this episode, Mark talks with artist and best selling author Jeffrey Brown about his current books- "Batman, Robin and Howard Summer Breakdown" and "Kids Are Weird", as well as his past projects like "Darth Vader and Son" and "Jedi Academy" series. We also discuss his start in drawing superheroes and Star Wars material, relating his work to being a dad, reactions he gets from readers, his comic strip "The Metamorphoffice", future projects and being a hockey fan- specifially a Detroit Red Wings fan. Check out Jeffrey Brown on Instagram @jeffreybrownrq and his website www.jeffreybrowncomics.com
2024-10-1058 minInfinite Banter"Room For Dessert"Episode 194: In this episode, Mark is joined by two returning guests, to discuss the award winning short film "Room For Dessert". I'm joined by writer and director- Pamela Davis-Noland and actor and producer- Theodus Crane. We talk about the origins of the project, social relevance of the film, how the film has been received and recognized on the film festival circuit, racial injustice, the pros and cons of doing a film during the strike and what Pamela and Theodus would like to eat when they come to Chicago. Donate and get invloved with the film here-https://novacvideo.org/r...
2024-09-251h 12Infinite Banter"The Saga Continues Vol. 2"Episode 193: In this episode, Mark is joined once again by Hip Hop artist Saga. We discuss his new double album "Black Label Vol. 1 & Vol. 2". We talk about the idea of doing a double album, working production vs working as an MC, how his music makes you think and question things and also what's next for him. Check out his music on Bandcamp-https://saga718music.bandcamp.com/Mark also, does a review of the new LL Cool J album "The Force" and pays tribute to passed icons James Earl Jones and Frankie BeverlyCheck o...
2024-09-181h 09Infinite Banter"Comics, Magazines and Beepers"Episode 192: In this episode, Mark talks with author and journalist- Jill Greenleigh about her book "Go Go Speaks: The Heartbeat of a Culture". We discuss the orgins of Go Go music and how it formed on the streets of Washington D.C. We also talk about her early memories discovering music, working for "Word Up!" and "Rap Masters" magazines, interviewing and meeting so many artists in the world of Go Go and Hip Hop music, Go Go icons like Chuck Brown, Trouble Funk, Junkyard Band, PA tapes and the era of magazines and beepers. Check out Jill Greenleigh's boo...
2024-09-061h 11Infinite Banter"Night Court"Episode 191: In this episode, Mark talks with Hip Hop artist Messiah of Madness about his new EP "You Already Know". We also discuss his early days growing up in Pittsburgh, getting into dust ups as a kid, early influences, going to court, future projects and having a style that is raw. Check out Messiah of Madness here- https://youtu.be/GGUdzmJu-rE?si=6QoYC0ggGmnD2D9kMark also talks about his early memories of first going to school and his only "fight" in school. Check out our sponsor Super 7, for the latest in ac...
2024-08-2650 minInfinite Banter"Down With The Kings"Episode 189: In this episode, Mark is once again joined by guests, Hip Hop artists M Doc Diego & Crotona P, to talk about their new project with Manzu Beats, called "3 Kingz Part 2 The Sequel". We talk about the concept of this album and how it's different from the first "3 Kingz" album. We also talk about their past projects and their collaboration on the "Roc Builders" albums. Check out the new album- "3 Kingz Part 2 The Sequel" on all platforms or here- https://manzubeatz.bandcamp.com/album/3kingz-pt-2-the-sequelMark also reviews the new sequel "Axel F", the fourth f...
2024-07-241h 00Infinite Banter"Re-edit Podcast"Episode 186: In this episode, Mark talks with the star of the new Sci-Fi series "Chaser", actor, Russ Russo. We discuss the concept of the show, how he got attached to the project, playing the enigmatic character Eddi Sebastian, favorite Sci-Fi movies/shows and what's next for Russ. Check out "Chaser" on Amazon Prime and TubiTV- https://link.tubi.tv/DdldO2XQjKbMark also brings back "Infinite Torture" to review and talk the movie "The Crow". Check out our sponsor Super 7, for the latest in action figures and merch featuring pop culture icons. Click the...
2024-06-1050 minInfinite Banter"Intermission 2.5"Episode 185: In this episode, Mark is once again joined by Hip Hop artist Azariah. We talk about his new project- "Intermission 2.0". It comes 13 years after his last Intermission project and we discuss the concept and time and it took to make this project, as well as the different producers and guests featured throughout the album. Mark also asks Azariah about his favorite wrestler growing up as and referencing wrestlers names in his verses. Check out Azariah here- https://azariah.bandcamp.com/album/intermisson-20Check out our sponsor Super 7, for the latest in action figures and merch f...
2024-06-0346 minInfinite Banter"Diss and That"Episode 184: In this episode, Mark is once again joined by DJ, beat maker, producer- DJ Real One. We talk about his new album- "Asia Connect", as well as his travels that helped shape the sound of the album, places to eat out of the country, record store day, hipsters, classic Hip Hop battle records and the current Kendrick Lamar-Drake beef. Check out DJ Real One's music and more- https://linktr.ee/djrealoneMark also breaks down Kool Moe Dee's album "How Ya Like Me Now" because of it's cover and album sleeve being instrumental in his c...
2024-05-151h 38Infinite Banter“C2E2 Banter”Episode 183: In this episode, Mark talks about attending C2E2, going to past conventions and the upcoming "Free Comic Book Day" and "May The Fourth Be With You" day on 5/4/24Mark also has an interview at C2E2 with Peter Santa Maria, the senior creative director of collectibles at Mondo. Check out Mondo at - https://mondoshop.com/Also included in the episode are past interviews from artist Nathan Hamill and actor Russell Todd, who starred in "Friday The 13th Part 2", which is celebrating 43 years this May. Check out our sp...
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