OuttaDeeBox Podcast

The music industry is a maze, and we've got a seasoned guide on the show for you today! From coast to coast, this super producer and beat battle champion has worked with some of the biggest names in music and entertainment. Godxilla has over 30 years of music production under his belt. He holds degrees in music tech, entertainment media, and entertainment business. Recording, mixing, and mastering come second nature to this pr...

Ever thought about breaking into the music industry but felt overwhelmed by its complexities? We get it, and that's precisely why we're here to simplify it for you! Our prolific professor, who's juggled roles from student to role manager for a prominent group, brings to light the significance of setting achievable career goals. He unpacks fascinating insights from his journey, shedding light on the virtues of flexibi...

Welcome, dear listeners, to a riveting conversation with DJ Pain 1 Hold your breath as we journey through his transformation from an aspiring rapper to a multi-platinum record producer, as he recalls breaking into the music industry and the battles he had to fight to stay afloat. Be prepared to be amused and enlightened by his stories of collaborations with Ludacris, Rick Ross, G Herbo and the significant influence of Soulja Boy on...

What if you could unlock the true power of community connection and celebration? Christina Williams, the executive director of the Sun Prairie Chamber of Commerce, joins us to unravel this secret. Christina sheds light on how the Chamber serves as a vital link between businesses, resources, and customers. She takes us on an enlightening journey of Cornfest, an annual community event that has stood the test of time, serving as a bea...

Imagine hustling through your life, moving from city to city, grappling with the harsh realities of gang life, and surviving the trauma of multiple shootings. This is the life story of Rolando Oates, a man whose resilience and unwavering pursuit for a better life led him to a path of finding solace in dogs and the world of dog-breeding. 

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This week we sat down with Holy Godz clothing Owner Kingston Robertson. He shares with us his life growing up in Chicago, the trials and tribulations of gang culture, what led him to prison, and the turning point that inspired him to follow his dreams and start his own clothing brand.  

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This week we sat down with Dennis Franklin, a navigator from Expo. He shares with us his childhood and some essential details about the work he does in the community. Dennis is a true community leader, one of the few people in the city who has been tasked with the unique services he provides for not only the city and inmate community but the entire state. 

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This week we sat down with Kelly Williams, 2022 emerging agent of the year Aword-winning realtor Jonathan Gaspero. He gives us details about why he got into real estate, some of the community work he does, and some of the challenges he faces as a young black professional.  

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This week we sat down with Tracy Anderson, community outreach & recruitment manager for big brothers big sisters, and former big brother Mark Richardson, owner of unfinished business. They share the joys of mentorship and the need for men of color to get involved.   

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On this episode, we sat down with members of a local madison non-profit, briarpatch. Ian Carter, Jasmine Benson, Willie Watkins, and Makayla Harris Share details about this outstanding organization's work for the community youth—their journeys and what led them to get involved with this issue at this critical time are inspirational.  
 

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In this second part, we continue to interview writer-filmmaker producer Madison's own Rafael Ragland; he shares more info about his live and new streaming platform Virtual Vision and some tips to make in the entertainment business. 

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In this two-part episode, we interview writer-filmmaker producer Madison's own Rafael Ragland; he shares with us how he overcame his obstacles in prison, his journey to becoming one of the best filmmakers of all time in Madison, Wisconsin, and his newest content. This interview will give you an insight into how you can turn your life around and outshine the competition through determination and hard work.

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This week we sit down with the former secretary of the department of corrections, Ed Wall.  He shares details about his tell-all book Unethical, a self-recollection of his time working for former governor Scott  Walker.

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This week we sit down with the former secretary of the department of corrections, Ed Wall.  He shares details about his tell-all book Unethical, a self-recollection of his time working for former governor Scott  Walker. This is the full interview.  

Get a peek into the world of music production with our latest episode! Our guests share invaluable lessons from working with Kobe Bryant to Nipsey Hussle. Don&apos...

This week we sat down with reformed father Mark Anthony espanol, also known as DJ Spade. He shares with us how he did nine years in prison and came home to his family with a plan and hunger to beat the odds and succeed.  

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This week we sit down with Steven Spiro and James Morgan as they take us on a journey of mindfulness mediation.  Steven Spiro teaches guided mediation classes at fox lake correctional and James Morgan was one of his students.

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