Cool to be You
If you love music, pop culture, celebrities, and entertainment THIS is the podcast for you! Hey, my name is JR, I'm a radio personality and professional DJ living the mile-high life here in Denver, Colorado. Welcome to “Cool to be You”. You can expect fun & exciting stories about your favorite musicians and influencers. As well as celebrity interviews, hangouts, and more! I'm so glad you're here. TikTok/Twitter/Instagram: @yafavhomiejr
Episodes
April 10, 2024 • 14 mins
Hey, Homies! KNOX stopped by the radio station today. I had an excellent conversation with him. You may know Knox from his viral TikTok Hit "Sneakers" or his radio hit "Not The 1975". We talk about touring, songwriting, his new upcoming single & much more. Enjoy - JR
Remember, It's cool to be YOU!
Remember, It's cool to be YOU!
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November 1, 2023 • 18 mins
In honor of this past October being Anti-Bullying Month, my guy MAX popped by the HITS Hangout for an exclusive live acoustic performance. You may know MAX from his hit song "Lights Down Low" or his collaboration with Suga of BTS. We talk about personal experiences with bullies, what to do if you're dealing with a bully, MAX's music, and so much more. This was really cool to me because when I first began my radio career I interview...
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July 25, 2023 • 6 mins
Talk about a great way to start your work day... Alicia Keys calls into my radio show & we talk about her upcoming concert at Ball Arena here in Denver. We discuss fans throwing things at musicians on stage, Alicia shares her tour fashion sense and so much more. I hope you enjoy this quick chat. For Alicia Keys concert tickets and more visit www.hits957.com.
Thanks for listening. It's cool to be you - JR
Thanks for listening. It's cool to be you - JR
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June 16, 2023 • 12 mins
Rising pop star Benson Boone pops by the HITS 95.7 studio to talk about his EP Pulse, his sold-out concert in Denver, & the story behind his single "In The Stars". Benson was an absolute pleasure to talk to. I hope you enjoy this interview. You can watch this podcast on my youtube channel at YouTube.com/@yafavhomiejr and on the HITS 95.7 YouTube channel. Thank you for listening & remember, It's Cool to be You. - JR
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June 7, 2023 • 30 mins
It's not every day you get invited to a collectibles shop after hours to record a conversation with the shop owner. Over the last few months, I've really started to find my footing here in Denver. I'm starting to make friends, create connections, and collaborate with the collector's community here in the Mile High. I'm genuinely starting to feel more and more like myself and less like I'm here because this is where my job is. Antho...
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April 24, 2023 • 6 mins
I got to sit down and catch up with my guy Lewis Capaldi right before he performed before a sold-out crowd at Mission Ballroom in Denver, CO. We talked about his new album, single, his panic attack after a one-night stand, WWE, and a ton more fun stuff. Seriously I want to thank Lewis for taking the time to chat with me. You can watch this interview on my YouTube : @yafavhomiejr
It's cool to be you
It's cool to be you
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March 25, 2023 • 10 mins
In this week's podcast, I get to sit down and chat with "Bayley" from the WWE! I cannot believe this just happened. I'm a lifelong WWE fan as you probably know & Bayley is one of my favorite superstars. I tried my absolute best to play it cool but I was fanboying super hard lol. We talked about the WWE's supershow in Denver on March 26th, her big Wrestlemania 6-woman tag-team match, and more. This is a reminder of why I LOVE th...
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March 18, 2023 • 21 mins
My buddy Dave Joins me to dive into the world of pro-wrestling and discuss 5 of the most popular conspiracy theories surrounding the industry. From the alleged romance between Macho Man Randy Savage and Stephanie McMahon to the rumors of multiple Ultimate Warriors, we're breaking down each theory and weighing in on their believability. Whether you're a wrestling fanatic or just intrigued by a good conspiracy, this conversation is s...
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March 11, 2023 • 4 mins
As a HUGE WWE fan, I cannot even begin to explain how cool this was. I got to hop on the phone and chat with the WWE Smackdown Women's Champion Charlotte Flair! We talked about the big super show coming up on March 26th at Ball Arena here in Denver. We discussed her Wrestlemania opponent Rhea Ripley and so much more. What an absolute delight Charlotte is. OMG, I can't believe this just happened. Make sure you're listening to HITS 9...
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March 3, 2023 • 6 mins
WARNING SPOILERS: While Dave & I both enjoyed the film, it's no instant classic. Very quotable and Paul Rudd is funny once again, but listen to this episode to get our full thoughts! How did you feel about the movie? Lemme know. - JR
Thank you for listening! Remember, It's Cool to be You!
For more conversations like this follow my YouTube @yafavhomiejr
Thank you for listening! Remember, It's Cool to be You!
For more conversations like this follow my YouTube @yafavhomiejr
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February 19, 2023 • 5 mins
In this podcast, I discuss the breaking news that Ryan Seacrest will be leaving "Live with Kelly and Ryan" this spring. I'll explore the challenges that come with being a celebrity, particularly the toll that demanding schedules take on mental and physical health, using Ryan Seacrest as a case study. I also discuss the importance of prioritizing the well-being and good communication between co-hosts. We end the video by sharing Sea...
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February 11, 2023 • 17 mins
In this Episode of Cool To Be You my best friend, Dave joins me to discuss when to call it quits on friendships. We've all had those "friends" in our lives that will support us....but to a certain level. When did it become uncool to cheer for your friends to succeed? I hope you enjoy this episode. Apologies ahead of time on the audio it's very listenable however my mic is pulled from the zoom recording because of technical difficul...
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January 28, 2023 • 18 mins
My best friend Dave joins me to talk about our time getting involved with a multi-level marketing scheme. I'm sure at one point or another you've been approached about something like this in your life. Maybe you even know somebody who used to be or is currently involved in one. Enjoy Dave and I's wild story as we remember our time joining an MLM. Thank you for listening. Remember, It's cool to be you.
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January 27, 2023 • 56 mins
Thank you for listening to "Cool to be You"! This week I'm excited to share with you my appearance on the "Just Vibin" podcast with my buddy Aaron the Retro Guy. Aaron is a content creator and an internet radio morning show host. We've become friends over the last couple of years after meeting on TikTok. We talk about radio, social media, pro-wrestling, burn out and so much more. I really enjoyed our conversation and I hope you do ...
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January 17, 2023 • 18 mins
I promised you "Hangouts" with some of your favorite content creators & influencers. SO LET'S DO IT! I sat down and got to know Erin Constantine aka "DJ CONST". This is a girl you've seen all over your TikTok FYP. I know you've come across her mix videos and certainly her Livestream DJ sets. We talked about Erin's beginnings as a female DJ in New Jersey, selecting the right DJ gear, utilizing social media, and advice to new cre...
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December 29, 2022 • 15 mins
Viral TikTok creators "Heartlyn Rae" have started the next big podcast! I jumped inside the HITS Hangout to chop it up with Julia & Alexis better known as "Heartlyn Rae". We talked about their new podcast "Excuse My Friend", moving & living in L.A., social media, dating, and so much more. You've seen these ladies on your TikTok FYP, and now you're hearing them right here on "Cool to be You"
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December 20, 2022 • 5 mins
This is the story about how I got robbed on Christmas. I was visited by the Grinch in real life. They stole my wrestling figures, my socks, underwear, and all of the appliances in the house! The only thing left was the pine needles on the floor from the tree. It's a painful memory I've kept hidden away in my brain for years. It's even kept me from watching the grinch movie, that's how traumatizing my 1996-ish Christmas was and stil...
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December 15, 2022 • 9 mins
So you want to be a DJ? Well in this podcast I'm giving you the tips I wish I knew when I started my journey. From learning the basics to marketing yourself and establishing a residency at a local bar or club, this video will give you a guide to becoming a successful DJ.
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