Spark Up Podcast

Spark Up Podcast

A healthy balance of foolishness and real talk. Join 2 cousins coming together to try and make sense of the world through conversation and often inviting creatives and entrepreneurs who think BIG and do BIG! Catch gems and dope conversations.

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August 14, 2025 6 mins
Rapper G Herbo posted on his story about breaking curfew and not wanting to get punished. Cristina Sev and DJ Franchise discuss if having a curfew while living with your significant other is appropriate.
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On this week's Mid-Day Spark Up, founders of Pour Decisions came thru to the station to talk about what the vibe & intention is behind their events, how to run game when outside, songs to move your hips to, what they would do if they saw their friends partner acting sus at an event, & more.


Make sure you pull to Viva La Rita happening Sunday August 15th at Viva Mexico in Providence

🎟For tickets head over to ➡️ @pourdecisionsri ...

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Tues. Aug. 5th, 2025 | Providence is full of wave makers and trendsetters who don’t just bring the cool, they care about community, culture, and giving back.

This week, we had designer & curator Jota and journalist & podcaster Victor Báez pull up to talk about their latest collaboration with idea originator PartywithRami: Un Corito Sano, a fundraising party going down Friday, Aug. 8th in Providence.

They get into the heart be...

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Tues. May. 7th, 2025 | Undeafeated Champion Victor Reynoso visits the station to talk about his upcoming fight at Foxwoods May 10th The Championship Jackpot Fight presented by CES Boxing. Reynoso talks about his crazy diet, staying out of romantic relationships & locking in.

WBRU360 & Spark Up Podcast Present: The Mid-Day Spark Up with Cristina Sev ft. DJ Franchise LIVE every Tuesday at 12 pm to 1 pm  on 101.1 FM or The WBR...

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Tues. Apr. 22nd, 2025 |Pop News: Ryan Coogler's Sinners Movie, Ms. Tina's Secret is Out, Best Women Guest Verses in Hip-Hop | Local News: Remi TV Influencer Awards | Love Report Topic of The Day: Reciprocity in Love | New Music & more.

WBRU360 & Spark Up Podcast Present: The Mid-Day Spark Up with Cristina Sev ft. DJ Franchise LIVE every Tuesday at 12 pm to 1 pm  on 101.1 FM or The WBRU360 app & other outlets 

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On this episode we have film maker Steven Luna who talks about how much his mind and perspective has shifted since he started making art and losing a pilar in his life in the process of learning the art of film making and photography. We talk about his latest project "Fiebre" a shor documentary dedicated to Elevate Baseball Academy in Dominican Republic following the work and passion of the coashes and the players. Luna a...

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Tues. Feb. 18th, 2023 |Pop News: Jay-Z Sues Lawyer Buzbee; Wendy Williams Celebrates Her Dad; First On-Court Emcee at NBA All-Star| Local News: Classical High School Renovations; New Shelter For The Homeless & more | Love Report Topic of The Day: Teach Men To Be Just as Cautious as Women | New Music & more.

WBRU360 & Spark Up Podcast Present: The Mid-Day Spark Up with Cristina Sev ft. DJ Franchise LIVE every Tuesday at 1...

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In this episode, comedian and actress Jaylin Eaves breaks down her journey from the smallest state to the biggest stage—Hollywood. With her hilarious energy, she’s making waves, chasing dreams, and hitting milestones that keep her hungry for more. This convo is all about chasing dreams, staying hungry, and making Hollywood take notice. Tap in for laughs, hustle, and straight-up motivation! 🎙️✨ Ordinary people. Real stories. Big...

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Radio Show - Home Edition

🎙 Mid-Day Spark Up – Tuesday, December 23rd, 2024!

Join Cristina Sev and PartywithRami LIVE on WBRU360 & Spark Up Podcast for an hour filled with popular topics, local buzz, The Love Report & New Music

💬 Segments Include:
1️⃣ Pop News – J. Cole’s Forest Hills Drive 10th anniversary, Mariah Carey’s rumored romance, and Burna Boy dating Chloe Bailey—plus the latest drama with Stefflon Don, Youtub...

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Author Flavia Albert pulls up to WBRU360 to talk about her first children’s book, Lou’s New Trick!

Flavia keeps it real about how her two energetic boys and her background in behavioral health and education inspired this fun and intentional story. She breaks down the story behind Lou’s playful personality and the life lessons packed into the book—patience, self-control, and showing love to others. Plus, we get into parenting, Flavi...

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December 10, 2024 50 mins

In this episode, we sit down with a trailblazer Juan Carter in the nonviolence movement who has dedicated his life to transforming communities and breaking cycles of violence. He opens up about the challenges and triumphs of his career, shares powerful stories of impact, and reflects on how he balances his family at work and his family at home. It's a conversation about purpose, partnership, and the power of peace that will inspire...

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November 19, 2024 46 mins

Meet Longston, the mastermind behind the highest-selling live vintage shop on Whatnot and the creator of New England’s biggest vintage market, Faded Show. With a passion for streetwear, rare finds, and curating unforgettable experiences, Longston’s journey is a masterclass in hustle and creativity. This episode dives into his rise from the grind to greatness—a must-listen for fashion nerds, hustlers, and anyone obsessed with the ar...

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November 11, 2024 40 mins

The Spark Up Podcast is back after a year and a half! Cristina and Rubanz take a trip down memory lane, reliving the highs, the laughs, and the moments that got real. Things get emotional, and Cristina Sev drops a major update—same vibe, new direction. Tune in for the raw, unfiltered conversations you’ve been waiting for! Subscribe to keep up with stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things https://www.youtube.com/@UC1Fd...

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There may be a right or wrong answer to how you are supposed to claim someone you want to take to the next level. Tune into the Love Report every Tuesday on 101.1 FM WBRU360 12 PM with Cristina Sev & DJ Franchise.
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September 25, 2024 22 mins

Friends of the show Debby B. and Mtwo are having a hard time pronouncing Vice President Kamala Harris' last name.

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September 16, 2024 17 mins
On this episode "Mic Check" host Wendell B. Jordan a.k.a Michael B. Jordan's cousin checks in at PVD Fest and talks about rap album of the year, more unity in the city, best foods in Rhode Island & more
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September 15, 2024 28 mins

In this episode, our journalist and friend of the show Ashlee Reyes pulls up to the PVD Fest set to chop it up about what had her annoyed about the Kendrick vs. Drake drama. We dive into the guilty pleasure of blasting ratchet hip-hop, debate if Iggy's is seriously overhyped, and vibe on what Rhode Island's missing & more.


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Get ready for some unfiltered convo with Gen, Darren, and Bim from the Please Delete This Podcast! 🎙️ They’re breaking down the hot topics—dissecting the current Mayor of Providence, dreaming up what Rhode Island and PVD Fest need to bring back, and debating whether Cardi B’s career is on ice. Oh, and don’t miss their take on the ultimate song of the summer. 🎶🔥

This episode is packed with raw takes, dope insights, and the kind o...

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September 11, 2024 38 mins

The 4 founding hosts get together to talk about PVD Culture, Drake vs. Kendrick, and the possibility of coming back together.

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Tues. Sept. 19th, 2023 | Pop News: BET Awards; Saint West Flips The Bird; Halle Berry is Mad at Drake; | Local News: Rhode Island’s Storm System is Messed Up; PVDonuts Up For Sale | Love Report Topic of The Day: How to Deal with a Break Up | New Music & more.

WBRU360 & Spark Up Podcast Present: The Mid-Day Spark Up with Cristina Sev ft. DJ Franchise LIVE every Tuesday at 12 pm to 1 pm  on 101.1 FM or The WBRU360 app & o...

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