Tsunamii Exclusive Interviews
Welcome to the Tsunamii 916 podcast, the ultimate multimedia podcast spotlighting emerging creatives, independent artists, entrepreneurs, and culture makers across Sacramento, California, and beyond. Hosted by Tsunamii, this show dives deep into authentic conversations with musicians, visual artists, fashion innovators, community leaders, and storytellers shaping the creative and cultural landscape throughout the Golden State. Each episode delivers inspiring interviews, behind-the-scenes insights, and raw stories about hustle, creativity, resilience, and the grind of building a brand or art form in today’s fast-evolving creator economy, digital entrepreneurship, and multimedia content creation space. Whether you’re a creative entrepreneur, fan of urban culture, or someone hungry for influencer marketing tips, social media growth hacks, and grassroots media, Tsunamii 916 brings you content that educates, entertains, and empowers. Produced and recorded primarily in Sacramento, California, Tsunamii 916 also hits the road to capture voices from cities across California — from Los Angeles to the Bay Area and beyond — embracing multiplatform storytelling, podcast marketing strategies, and authentic voice amplification to connect listeners to the heart of independent creativity. Tune in weekly for new episodes featuring a diverse lineup of guests from music, fashion, visual art, entrepreneurship, community activism, and digital innovation across the state. Stay connected with us on Instagram @tsunamii916 and explore more at linktr.ee/tsunamii916. Subscribe now and join the wave of creators shaping California’s culture, one story at a time.
Episodes
🎨 From Artist to Community Leader: The Story Behind Self Designs Art Gallery | Tsunamii 916 Exclusive
In this powerful interview, we sit down with the visionary behind Self Designs Art Gallery, an artist who started with a simple dream: finding a space to create. What began as a personal quest turned into a thriving safe haven where Sacramento’s creatives come to shine.
This episode dives into:
- The journey from artist to gallery ...
🎸 Meet Punky Reese: Sacramento’s Genre-Bending Rebel with a Story of Survival | Tsunamii 916 Exclusive
In this powerful and unapologetic episode, we sit down with Punky Reese, A Sacramento’ artist whose sound blends punk and folk to tell stories that hurt and heal. Raised in group homes and tough backgrounds, Punky opens up about navigating pain, overcoming trauma, and the impact of being “cancelled” in today’s culture.
This intervi...
🎙️ Jamie on Mental Health, Creativity & Breaking Stigma | Tsunamii 916 Exclusive Interview
In this powerful Tsunamii 916 interview, we sit down with Jamie — life coach, rapper, poet, and host of the impactful podcast Thursday Therapies. From her small-town beginnings to becoming a multifaceted creative and mental health advocate, Jamie shares her personal journey of struggle, healing, and transformation.
We discuss:
- Overcomin...
🎧 Inside Flipabeat Club: Music, Creativity & Community with Monsrock | Tsunamii 916 Interview
In this exclusive Tsunamii 916 interview, we sit down with Monsrock, co-founder of Flipabeat Club, to explore the origins and vision of a platform dedicated to helping music producers thrive in Sacramento and beyond. 🌊🎶
Monsrock shares his journey as a creative, community builder, and music innovator. We dive into the challenges he’s ...
🎤 Inside Sacramento’s Rap Scene with Savten | Tsunamii 916 Interview
In this insightful episode of the Tsunamii 916 Podcast, we sit down with Savten, the visionary behind the Sacramento Look Cypher — a rap cypher series dedicated to showcasing California’s finest local hip-hop talent.
Savten opens up about his journey in the music industry, sharing the story behind the cypher and diving into the business side of music. From branding...
🎙️ Exclusive Interview with Producer & Manager Seanjohn | Tsunamii 916 Podcast
In this Tsunamii 916 exclusive, we sit down with Seanjohn, visionary music producer and founder of PBSJ Management, to unpack his inspiring journey into the world of music production and artist management. From early musical influences to shaping Sacramento’s hip-hop and R&B scene, Seanjohn offers invaluable insights on:
- Building meaningful in...
🎙️ Meet Adrian Grody: Comic Creator, Comedy Podcaster & Cultural Storyteller | Tsunamii 916 Interview
In this episode of the Tsunamii 916 Podcast, we sit down with Adrian Grody — the multi-talented creator behind The Cosmic Lore comic book series, co-host of the popular Zudecast comedy podcast, and a regular host of comedy nights in Sacramento.
With a background in history and a passion for anthropology, Adrian blends humor, sto...
Tsunamii Interviews: Beauty, Hustle & Happiness w/ @official.siahh
In this inspiring episode of the Tsunamii 916 Interview Series, we sit down with the dynamic sibling duo behind @official.siahh to talk all things mixed cosmetology, creative expression, and chasing dreams. From doing hair and nails to building a brand, they share their journey through the beauty industry—and keep it real about deeper questions like: "Can money r...
In this thought-provoking episode of the Tsunamii Interview series, we sit down with Dr. Ross to explore the future of higher education and the fight for equity within academic institutions. 🎓🔥
We dive deep into raw and honest conversations about systemic racism in education, the challenges marginalized students face on campus, and why DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) initiatives still matter in 2025. Dr. Ross shares persona...
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In this exclusive Tsunamii 916 interview, we sit down with independent music producer and spoken word artist @official_lilpoetiq to discuss his artistic journey. From the passion behind his poetic lyrics to the life experiences that fuel his creative process, Lil Poetiq shares what drives his unique sound and message.
🎧 Discover how poetry, music, and community collide in his work, and why storyt...
In this episode of Tsunamii 916, we sit down with Sacramento muralist AJ (@ajkute1) — a rising artist and key member of Pintura Murals, a collective making waves in the California art scene. AJ shares his journey as a Latino artist, the real stories behind his public art, and how Pintura is blending community impact with street art culture.
We talk about:
- AJ’s roots and how they influence his murals 🖌️
- The mission and future of P...
In this exclusive Tsunamii 916 interview, rising Sacramento rapper @moneymanw.t.p shares his real-life journey from surviving the streets to building his own independent label, Falling Up Global. 💼🔥
He dives into the raw realities of the 'yns' lifestyle, the traps of the block, and the mindset shifts that helped him break the cycle. Now, he’s turning pain into purpose—using music, hustle, and creative direction to uplift his commu...
🎙️ How to Take Control of Your Creative Journey – Interview with @_celia11 | Tsunamii 916 Podcast
In this inspiring episode of the Tsunamii 916 Podcast, we sit down with @_celia11 — a powerhouse creative from Sacramento — to dive deep into the realities of life as an artist and entrepreneur. Celia shares her unique journey through Sacramento’s creative scene, offering raw advice for artists, creatives, and small business owners on ...
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🎙️ Overcoming Hate & Healing Through Pain | SwervyyBandzz on Tsunamii 916 Podcast
In this powerful episode of the Tsunamii 916 Podcast, we sit down with Sacramento’s own @1swervyybandzz, who opens up about overcoming inner city hate, navigating pain and trauma, and the strength it takes to keep going. Swervyy keeps it raw, real, and unfiltered — this is the kind of interview that hi...
Join us for an exclusive sit-down with @official.siahh, a rising star in mixed cosmetology and one of Sacramento’s most creative beauty entrepreneurs. In this episode, we explore his journey, creative process, and how he stays motivated while balancing style, humor, and self-expression.
Whether you're into beauty industry tips, cosmetology trends 2025, or just want to laugh and feel inspired, this interview delivers all that and mor...
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