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Zoe dropped by to highlight the upcoming Mayor’s Neighborhood Coffee Hour with Mayor Michelle Wu, taking place Monday, August 10th from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM at Ross Park in Hyde Park. Hyde Park, attendees can check out the park’s fresh upgrades, including brand-new tennis and basketball courts and a safe new "Bike Town" track, while connecting directly with city leaders. Plus, huge shoutout to the sold-out Mattapan 5K h...

Hit music icon Akon pulled up to the studio with DJ Pup Dawg for a candid, can’tmiss conversation that drops serious industry wisdom. In this rare in-studio sit-down, Akon breaks down why modern record labels are getting it all wrong by relying on 48-hour viral moments instead of building long-term superstar careers, and why radio DJs still hold the ultimate key to an artist’s longevity. Plus, he reflects on his early d...

Every Thursday, DJ Pup Dawg is joined on-air by Asha, Digital Media Manager for the City of Boston, to dive into all the latest community events and local movements happening across the city. In this episode, the duo catches up with Ruth George, co-race director for the Mattapan Unity 5K, happening August 8th at Ryan Playground. Ruth shares the inspiring story behind the U...

Big community events coming to Boston. The team dives into the details for the upcoming Civic Summit taking place on Saturday, August 1st, featuring the Mayor's Fireside Chat, panels moderated by Dart Adams, storytelling workshops, and local resources. Plus, Aysha shares the scoop on Black Market’s annual Block Party happening this Saturday at Nubian Square, featuring special guest DJ sets, food, and family-friendly fun.

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Dj Pup Dawg welcomes guest Klare Shaw, who shares details about the January 18th renaming of the Roxbury Library in Nubian Square to the Sarah Ann Shaw Roxbury Branch Library, honoring her late mother’s massive legacy in community organizing and media. Asha also plugs the upcoming "No Books, No Ball" park renaming event at Ramsey Park on July 11th, celebrating Tony Richards Sr.’s 35 years of community dedication. Lock i...

West Coast artist AZ Chike locks in with DJ Pup Dawg to break down his deep LA roots, his natural connection to TDE and Scoolboy Q, and the relentless grind it takes to actually survive the modern music industry. He doesn't hold back on artists who chase quick internet clout instead of putting in real work, and he drops the powerful African meaning behind his name before introducing his massive single, "Packed Up."
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DJ Pup Dawg chops it up with rapper and artist Yung Miami over Zoom to break down the massive, chart-topping success of her single "Spend Dat." Throughout the high-energy interview, Yung Miami gets real about navigating the noise of the internet, keeping her focus on delivering good music, and balancing her heavy career moves with her favorite role: being a mom of two. They also preview her upcoming tour with Bossman Dlow and touch...

This audio features a conversation with DJ Pup Dawg, Asha, and special guest Aiden McDonough. Asha starts by announcing her new title as the Digital Media Manager for the Office of Neighborhood Services. She then introduces Aiden, the Director of Spark Boston, who shares details about the volunteer civic leadership council for 20- to 35-year-olds and its upcoming application deadline on Tuesday, June 30th. Asha also highlights an u...

In this clip, DJ Pup Dawg sits down for a conversation with reggae and dancehall artist Konshens to discuss his project, Pool Party 2.0. Konshens shares five essential Jamaican phrases that tourists should know, offering a humorous lesson on how to co...

DJ Pup Dawg caught up with Will Watkins, Vice President of Programming and Partnership at the Urban League of Eastern Massachusetts. Will shared all the details for the upcoming Freedom Day Juneteenth celebration happening this Saturday from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Now in its 30th year, the historic community event—which started as a simple Roxbury family reunion—has officially moved to a massive new location at Playstead ...

Boston is gearing up for a massive summer of soccer, international events, and community celebrations! Luke Heinz from the Mayor’s Office stopped by the station to talk with DJ Pup Dawg and Asha about the city's incredible lineup of free community watch parties for the FIFA World Cup matches. The citywide activations kick off this Friday at the Boston Common for the Brazil vs. Haiti match, followed by a huge watch party on Ju...

In this clip, the multitalented Momo Boyd sits down to discuss the soaring success of her solo career and her hit single, "Oops". While she’s currently in Paris doing press ahead of an upcoming album launch, she takes time to reflect on her unique musical upbringing as one of nine children raised in a deeply musical household. Momo opens up about the dynamic of stepping out for a solo project while remaining a dedicated membe...

In the second part of their interview, DJ Pup Dawg and Momo Boyd dive into the reality of the music business, social habits, and the irony of communication in the digital age. Momo hilariously admits to being the type of person who takes it personally when people don’t reply to texts, despite being terrible at replying herself, leading to a funny breakdown of modern "self-centeredness". She shares details about her upcoming f...

Summer is officially here, and things are heating up in Boston! 🔥 On this week's segment, my girl Asha pops on to talk about what's going down in the city. We also chat with Daunasia, the Deputy Director of the Mayor’s Office of LGBTQ+ Advancement, to break down all the details for the Boston Pride for the People Parade this Saturday, June 6th. Plus, we’ve got updates on the next Mayor's Coffee...

SUMiT joined DJ Pup Dawg to discuss his musical journey, explaining how his humble approach to the industry, letting the music do the talking, has paid off with big collaborations. He detailed the story behind tracking down the legendary Method Man for a feature with the help of his friend and producer, Terminology, who had recently released his 60th album. summit also laughed about a late-night recording session mishap in Lowell w...

SUMiT shares that his music comes from direct experience or close encounters. He reflects on his video for "Volunteer," explaining that it aims to convey scenarios showing people in need of help or hope, in an effort to provide a healing moment. Despite facing both constructive and destructive criticism on social media, summit notes that he maintains thick skin by considering the source and focusing on feedback from highly qualifie...

Check out this week's update with Asha, where we cover the upcoming Mayor Wu's Coffee Hour in Mattapan and the powerful "Roxbury Roots" event at Hibernian Hall discussing life after incarceration. There is a lot of great stuff lined up for the city this summer, so don't miss out! Make sure to add/listen to Jam'n 94.5, DJ Pup Dawg everyday in Boston or on the iHeartRadio app. 
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In an exclusive in-studio interview, global superstar Jason Derulo joins DJ Pup Dawg to chop it up about his project, The Last Dance (Part 1), and showcase his new track, "Sexy For Me". Emphasizing the lasting value of traditional, face-to-face radio runs, Jason discusses how this project serves as a nostalgic celebration of his musical journey before he transitions into an evolutionary next phase. The two cover everything from Jas...

On this episode, DJ Pup Dawg sits down with Asha and Frank Mendoza, Deputy Director of the Office of Neighborhood Services, to discuss Mayor Michelle Wu's upcoming neighborhood coffee hour. Frank breaks down how these events give local residents a direct platform to connect with the mayor and city staff about community concerns, park improvements, and public spaces. Plus, find out all the event perks—...