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Conscious Approach3/11/25: Anthony Edwards; Kanye's Naked Preference; Charles Barkley's ESPN BeefA video has gone viral in which a parent is shown refusing to buy her son a pair of Anthony Edwards' signature sneaker because he "doesn't take care of his kids." She prefers that he choose either Steph Curry or Kobe Bryant sneakers because they care(d) for their daughters. We give our thoughts on this. Also, Amber Rose recently chatted with Shannon Sharpe on Club Shay Shay and gave her thoughts on her ex Kanye West's preference for his women dressing naked in public, saying that he likes it when his woman is desired by other men. Do...
2025-03-122h 52
Bulture PodcastWhat Would You Do if Your Wife Cheated with an NFL Player? Ep 326On this episode of Bulture podcast:-Anthony Edwards is clearly not lacking any confidence boldly telling former President Barack Obama that he’s “the truth” when it comes to basketball has recently gone viral, sparking mixed reactions online-Irv Gotti's brother Chris Gotti reveals Irv Gotti had a massive stroke while eating Chinese food during a poker game and shares that Irv refused to believe he was diabetic after being diagnosed in his late 40s-The Wayans Family has been honored with an induction into the NAACP Image Awards Hall of Fame for their...
2025-02-253h 27
Culture StudyJoe Kay (Soulection, Timeless Living)Joe Kay is a visionary, entrepreneur, sound selector, DJ, and Co-Founder of Soulection - one of the most impactful cultural movements of the last decade.
Joe's creative journey began in 2011, as he launched Soulection Radio from his own bedroom. What began as a passion project quickly blossomed into a weekly Apple Music radio show (amassing over 600 episodes), an independent music label, the Soulection Experience festival, a world-touring concert, and the Soulection Supply clothing line.
We sat down with Joe Kay at the Timeless Living Estate in Joshua Tree, California...
2023-10-051h 28
Culture StudyHussein Suleiman (Daily Paper)Hussein Suleiman is a visionary at the intersection of fashion and culture, and along with his best friends Jefferson and Abderr - he’s the Co-Founder of Daily Paper.
Initially launching as a blog over a decade ago, Daily Paper has organically grown into a global streetwear brand- with flagship locations in Amsterdam, London and now New York. The brand’s unique fusion of African heritage, contemporary style, and attention to detail has garnered a massive following around the world. Their collaborations with the likes of Adidas, European super-club Ajax, Dreamville, Puma, The Van Gogh Museum, Bob Marley’s estate...
2023-06-121h 44
Culture StudyESTA. (Producer)We're joined today by Francis Esteban - or ESTA. - a producer and beat maker from Southern California. From gracing the stages at Coachella, to celebrating the anniversary of his most recent EP "Intersections", to having studio sessions with the likes of Kendrick Lamar and Ginuwine, ESTA. shares some pivotal moments in his career.
We also delve into his creative process as a music producer, touching on topics like: the art of collaboration, how to avoid overthinking, and how he keeps his work as human as possible. We hope you enjoy this episode of Culture Study. If...
2023-04-2553 min
Culture StudyHouse of 73 (Manna Mcleod & Leah Alexxanderr-Caine)In this episode, we sit down with Leah and Manna of House of 73, a DJ duo and creative collective based in Los Angeles. Long before forming the House, the London-born Caribbean artists began their creative journeys as models - and each have over ten years of experience in the fashion industry. And while Manna and Leah both have their own unique styles and forms of expression, the duo has effortlessly blended their energies to create a signature House of 73 vibe - that’s taking the fashion and music scenes by storm.
We hope you enjoy this episode of...
2023-03-131h 49
Culture StudyAmara Abbas (Director, Filmmaker)In this episode, we sit down with Amara Abbas, an American-Pakistani director and filmmaker based in Brooklyn. Born and raised in Chicago, Amara moved to California in 2016 to begin her career in creative advertising and art direction. She spent the bulk of her career as an in-house Art Director at Apple, where she crafted award-winning campaigns and films for iPhone, iOS, and iPad.
Her developing interest in filmmaking led to the debut of her first film, TWIN FLAME, in 2021, a short film exploring the visceral memories of a past flame that burned out as quickly as it...
2023-01-121h 15
Culture StudyJeff Bernat (Singer, Songwriter, Producer)In this episode, we're joined by Jeff Bernat - a gifted R&B singer/songwriter, proudly representing his Filipino roots and hometown of Reno Nevada. We've been fans of Jeff's music for many years and first learned about him through a few friends - including his tour photographer and former Culture Study guest Jordan Nicholson.
Fast forward to the present day, and Jeff has been making music and traveling the world for over 10 years. It was a pleasure to hear about what he's learned during the past decade - both personally, and as an artist.
W...
2022-09-2740 min
Culture StudyDUCKWRTH (Singer/Songwriter) & Mancy Gant (Director/Photographer)In this episode, we're joined by two incredible guests. The first is DUCKWRTH, a phenomenal singer/songwriter and all around creative. Our second guest is a much needed cameo by our mutual friend and extremely talented photographer/director Mancy Gant.
We explore a ton of topics, like DUCKWRTH touring with Billie Eilish and announcing his Chrome Bull World Tour, and fun stories like escaping a high school fight by way of his mother's "prayer team". While Mancy joins us a bit later after capturing a few photos, it's great to hear him reflect on turning 30 during the...
2022-07-261h 34
Culture StudyVisualsByPierre (Photographer, Filmmaker, Cultural Documentarian)Culture Study is back! In this episode, we get to spend some time with Karl Pierre (VisualsByPierre) - a photographer, filmmaker, creator, and entrepreneur. Pierre had a pretty amazing creative career so far - from launching the famed @StreetDreamsMag, to shooting for Nike, Adidas, and Dreamville... to launching his docuseries "Contemporaries" in partnership with Facebook - the list is endless! We really enjoyed hearing about his creative growth, Haitian-American identity, and how he works to seize every moment he has everyday.
We hope you enjoy this episode of Culture Study. If you do, please share it with...
2022-06-1554 min
Culture StudyMo Kheir (Entrepreneur, Brand Strategist)In this episode, we sit down with Mo Kheir - a multi-talented creative entrepreneur and brand strategist.We hope you enjoy this episode of Culture Study. If you do, please share it with one other person who would enjoy it as well. You can tag us on Instagram when you tune in @culturestudy.Follow Mo: @mokheirsFollow Umar: @u_issa / @culturestudyPhoto: @sometimesitakefotosTheme Music: Menina ft. JLZ - Arif Omari & Frankliin
2020-12-021h 10
Culture StudyMaysoon Zayid (Comedian, Disability Rights Activist)In this episode, we speak with Maysoon Zayid - a renowned comedian, actress, and writer who has dedicated her life to the fight for disability rights and inclusion. Maysoon’s TED Talk, “I Got 99 Problems, Palsy is Just One” is one of the most viewed TED Talks of all-time. She’s tap-danced on Broadway, written a best-selling memoir called ‘Find Another Dream’, co-starred on with Adam Sandler on the big screen, and amongst so many other accolades - she has toured the world doing what she loves as a stand-up comedian.
We hope you enjoy this episode of Culture S...
2020-09-1541 min
Culture StudyCamille Tanoh (The Proper Kid™) - DesignerIn this episode, we speak with Camille Tanoh - also known as The Proper Kid™. Camille is a Parisian-born, New York-based fashion designer who runs a sustainable clothing brand called The Proper Label. Tanoh’s minimalist design and creative marketing has caught the eyes of thousands of fans around the world, including the likes of yes - the Kardashians.
It was a pleasure to sit down with him and hear about his Ivorian roots, what he learned as Balenciaga’s first-ever intern, and how he’s expanding The Proper Label from fashion brand- to a full-on ecosystem. We hope...
2020-04-0351 min
Culture StudyDaisy Auger-Dominguez (VICE Media, Global Head of Diversity & Inclusion)On today’s show, we sit down with Daisy Auger-Dominguez, a Diversity and Inclusion Strategist who works to inspire and equip global organizations to think inclusively. Daisy's done some incredible work in the D&I space as an executive for companies such as Disney, Google, and Viacom. She recently launched her own consultancy called Auger-Dominguez Ventures.
In this episode, Daisy walks us through her life experiences and learnings. From reflecting on her childhood in the Dominican Republic to sharing how she navigates the corporate world as a woman of color, we left this conversation extremely inspired and gr...
2020-03-111h 10
Culture StudyPart II — Rog & Bee Walker (Photographers, Paper Monday)If you haven’t had the chance to listen to part one of this interview, tune into that first so you’ll be able to follow along for this one. In this episode, Rog and Bee share some vulnerable moments in their lives - beginning with their struggle to find comfort as creative professionals in the corporate world. Bee also tells us about how photographing Solange on her wedding day - where they produced some incredible/iconic portraits - actually caused her to question her confidence. It took her years to pick up a camera again.
To wrap...
2019-12-1740 min
Culture StudyRog & Bee Walker (Photographers, Paper Monday) — Part IIn this episode, the first of a two-part series, we sit down with Rog and Bee Walker, photographers and founders of the visual research project called Paper Monday. Rog and Bee might be the coolest couple on the planet and they’ve already achieved so much both as individuals and as a creative duo. They’ve photographed magazine covers for the likes of Fast Company, have been featured on every major platform you can imagine including Vogue, The New York Times, Hypebeast, and Vanity Fair.
They’ve worked with brands including Levi’s, Google, Nike, Timberland, and have had...
2019-12-1253 min
Culture StudyAni Sanyal (Kolkata Chai Co. / Manager, Anik Khan)On today’s show, we sit down with Ani Sanyal, a mission-driven entrepreneur, real estate investor, and marketing specialist based in New York City.
I first discovered Ani’s story after hearing about Kolkata Chai Company, a cafe that he opened with his brother Ayan just a few months ago. Already attracting attention from the likes of Questlove, Hassan Minhaj, Mindy Kaling, Alexis Ohanian (Reddit CEO), and plenty of others, KCC’s masala chai has become a platform for the Sanyal brothers to share their South Asian culture with the world.
Ani also manages an extrem...
2019-11-121h 06
Culture StudyCalen Carr (MLS Host/Producer, Former Pro Athlete)On this episode of Culture Study, we sit down with Calen Carr - a former professional soccer player and current host of the popular documentary series - The Movement. Calen gives us a remarkable look into his life story and he starts by sharing his experiences as a mixed-race kid in Berkeley, CA.
He also touches on his career as a professional soccer player and how - at the end of his 8th season - Calen experienced his highest highs AND lowest lows within just minutes of each other. He shares how his career as an athlete...
2019-08-151h 28
Culture StudyTanima Mehrotra (Photographer, Director)On today’s show, we sit down with the Tanima Mehrotra as she shares moments from her childhood in India, touches on her experience as a woman of color in the corporate and creative worlds, and opens up about mental health and how embracing her true identity and perspective brought her out of a deep depression.
Tanima is extremely humble and asked that we refrain from mentioning any of her amazing accolades so we'll do our best. But in just one year of freelancing she’s been able to partner with some enormous brands and photograph artists and...
2019-06-0754 min
Culture StudyAnna Sian (Spotify, VSCO, Staple Pigeon)Welcome to Culture Study, a podcast documenting the inspiring stories of cultural movers and shakers. On today’s show, we sit down with the brilliant Anna Sian as she shares moments from her childhood in New York City, touches on her experience as a Filipino-American woman and creative professional, and opens up about how she balances the craziness that life has thrown her way. Anna is way too kind and humble to brag so we'll do it for her - she is a talented brand strategist who has led marketing efforts for the likes of VSCO, Staple Pigeon, and the...
2019-01-291h 03
Culture StudyJordan Nicholson (Photographer, Illustrator, DJ)Jordan Nicholson is an extremely talented photographer, illustrator, DJ, and all-around creative mastermind. While he’s known for his innate creative abilities, having photographed the likes of Outkast, SZA, Kid Cudi, Jay Park, and Drake, etc. (he’s also collaborated with artists such as Macklemore and Pharrell, and has consulted for brands such as Nike, Uber, LiveNation, and Complex), Jordan is inspirational way beyond his accomplishments as a creative. He’s by far the most positive individual you'll ever come across in life, and his story is absolutely amazing.
In this episode, Jordan gives us an intimate look a...
2018-12-181h 17
MAEKANMAEKAN Travel Diary — Conversing through Football in EgyptHey, everyone. My name is Umar Issa. I’m from Los Angeles, California and recently I took a trip to Egypt for a few weeks.
Egypt is a place I’ve wanted to visit for so long. It’s known in Arabic as Umm al-Dunya which means “mother of the world”. And I thought it would be an amazing opportunity to spend some time this summer exploring the land of our ancestors.
Narrated and text by Umar Issa
Audio by Elphick Wo
Photos by Umar Issa
See the full story here: https://www.maekan.com/article/maekan-travel-diary-conversing-through-football-in-egypt
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2018-09-0803 min
Culture StudyJustino Mora (Activist, UndocuMedia)Justino is the co-founder of UndocuMedia, a non-profit organization which leverages social media to empower the undocumented immigrant community. UndocuMedia has only been around for 4 years but already boasts over 400,000 followers on Instagram and nearly 300,000 on Facebook.
Justino himself is an undocumented immigrant, and throughout this podcast conversation, he shares with us the struggles his family faced to find refuge from extreme poverty and domestic violence in Mexico. He defied the odds by becoming the first member in his family to graduate from high school with and attend college. Justino was kind enough to share some intimate moments of his...
2018-07-1057 min
Culture StudyDena Takruri (Journalist, Author - Al Jazeera)You might know Dena Takruri for her role as a senior presenter and producer at AJ Plus, Al-Jazeera’s Digital News platform. The videos she produces/hosts often garner millions of views on Facebook, YouTube, and other social platforms. And for good reason.
*Dena has reported internationally on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, tensions on the Korean Peninsula, and on Europe’s refugee crisis, where she was one of the first journalists to ever broadcast using Facebook Live. Among the domestic stories she’s covered are the 2016 presidential race, Flint’s water crisis, the fight against the Dakota Access Pipeline at Standing Rock, and ICE’...
2018-04-1743 min
Culture StudyBill Hamid - (DC United & USMNT, Professional Soccer Player)Bilal (Bill) Hamid is a professional soccer player born and raised in the Washington Metropolitan Area. He is a star goalkeeper for the United States Men's National Team and a recent addition to Danish Superliga side FC Midtjylland. Signing his first professional contract at the age of 18, Bill worked his way up from DC United's youth academy to cement a place in MLS history as an all-time legend, winning the MLS Goalkeeper of the Year Award in 2014.
While soccer has been a constant in Bill's life since he was 5 years old, he manages to stay balanced by focusing on two...
2018-02-2741 min
Culture StudyAdrian Octavius Walker (VSCO, Photographer, Artist)When the idea to start a podcast for Tailored Heritage first came about, we knew exactly who was going to be our first guest on the show - and his name is Adrian Octavius Walker.
Adrian is an extremely well-respected photographer and mixed-media artist who we’ve grown close to since he moved to Oakland in 2016. In this episode, Adrian gives us an intimate look at his journey, beginning with his upbringing in St. Louis. He shares personal memories with us, many of which are tied to his everlasting connection to his late mother, who passed away when he was on...
2018-01-3057 min
Culture StudyAn Introduction to Culture StudyA long-form conversation hosted by Umar Issa of Tailored Heritage. This podcast connects us with influential figures shaping culture on local and global scales. Guests range from independent artists and photographers to athletes, musicians, non-profit founders and company executives. Topics include diversity, culture, style, self-purpose, and the arts.
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