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757 Renaissance Man

757 Renaissance Man

By Shawn Connors

The 757 Renaissance Man is an innovative podcast, where we empower entrepreneurs, leaders and creatives that benefit the Hampton Roads area. The name is inspired by the Harlem Renaissance; Hampton Roads is going through a similar time. We celebrate the music, the art, the history, and the culture told from the perspective of the people living it. #2up2down
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Chopping it up with Yvette Chalmers

757 Renaissance ManApr 03, 2022

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 Chopping it up with Yvette Chalmers

Chopping it up with Yvette Chalmers

 Chopping it up with Yvette Chalmers Let's have a real conversation with a real woman of God! 
Apr 03, 202254:03
Day 14 - 757 Renaissance Man - Chopping it up with Annette Hankerson

Day 14 - 757 Renaissance Man - Chopping it up with Annette Hankerson

Chopping it up with Annette Hankerson, Lets talk NFT's and Crypto!! Who is Annette Hankerson I'm a Mother of 3 daughters, a Grandmother of 6 & a Great Grandmother of 1. I have a host of Bonus Grandchildren. I love Spreading Love and information to all that will listen. I wasn't the kind of young person that loved school. I felt I was only going to College to please my parents and follow in their footsteps. I knew I wanted to be my own Boss. I did'nt like to be told what to do. Although my parents told us to go to school, get good grades to get a good JOB, just didn't seem like the only way. I started a family pretty early in life. But, that didn't stop me from wanting more. I had several businesses, none of which made me wealthy. Fast forward, I've learned that you must have the right mindset in order to be successful, along with reading the right books. I will not limit myself to teaching others  how to NOT give up on themselves. I'm a very transparent and humble Women of God. #Answers with Annette
Feb 14, 202217:29
Chopping it up with Pezo Coconut Johnson

Chopping it up with Pezo Coconut Johnson

Let's chop it up with one and only Pezo "Coconut" Johnson. We discuss organ donation and the future of urban radio!
Feb 11, 202241:33
Day 7- 757 Renaissance Man - Germaine Green and the 420ish Unity Festival

Day 7- 757 Renaissance Man - Germaine Green and the 420ish Unity Festival

Day 7- 757 Renaissance Man - Germaine Green and the 420ish Unity Festival Come chop it up with Germaine Green as we discuss growing up in Portsmouth VA and the 420ish Unity Festival!
Feb 07, 202223:20
Day 7 - 757 Renaissance Man - Chopping it up with Cletus Kassady

Day 7 - 757 Renaissance Man - Chopping it up with Cletus Kassady

Day 7 - 757 Renaissance Man - Chopping it up with Cletus Kassady SMART.   FRESH.   FUNNY. Comedy for EVERYONE! This fresh, versatile and clean comedian has entertained audiences throughout the country.  Whether delivering his timely, refreshing brand of stand-up, hosting an event, or acting Cletus is sure to leave audiences laughing nonstop. Cletus’ unique point of view and comedic delivery have provided him the opportunity to entertain audiences throughout the country and on national television. He has entertained churches, numerous corporate groups and charities using his wit as a comic, his ability as an actor and his gift of gab as a public speaker.  He has recently toured the country as a part of the Real Comedians of Social Media Tour and the Slightly Problematic Tour, has a podcast that can be heard on all digital platforms called “This Ain’t Church”, and has worked with greats in the music and comedy field including Marvin Sapp, Ricky Dillard, Johnathan McReynolds, KevOnStage, John Gray, Mike Epps, Tony Baker and D.L. Hughley.
Feb 07, 202247:39
Chopping it up with Dr Peggy Britt

Chopping it up with Dr Peggy Britt

Let have a conversation with the 757's Queen of Gospel music! Your favorite church auntie, creator of the Philharmonic Community Choir and co star of the Netflix series Voices of Fire!!!
Jan 02, 202201:18:39
Chopping it up with Mark Kibble

Chopping it up with Mark Kibble

Let have a conversation with Mark Kibble from the grammy awarding winning group Take 6!
Dec 24, 202121:15
Chopping it up with JB Harrison

Chopping it up with JB Harrison

Lets chop it up with JB Harrison about Mind Your Business!
Dec 13, 202120:58
Chopping it up with Jayswiftz

Chopping it up with Jayswiftz

Let have a conversation with music producer Jayswiftz.  We talk hip-hop music theory, DJing vs Producing, and Yolandas!
Dec 01, 202101:01:32
Chopping it up with Sherri Butler

Chopping it up with Sherri Butler

Chopping it up with Sherri Butler one of Camelots Finest! Sherri is a: Teacher, Historian, Servant, Community Organizer. Entrepreneur / CEO Innovator and Renaissance Woman!!!!!
Nov 26, 202150:16
Chopping it up with Dr Stevii Mills

Chopping it up with Dr Stevii Mills

Norfolk State University meets North Carolina A&T! Dr Stevii Mills and I chop it up about the HBCU experience and the importance of black women in faith based entrepreneurship! Lets chop it up with Dr Stevii Mills!  The 757 Renaissance Man is an innovative podcast, where we empower entrepreneurs, leaders and creatives that benefit the Hampton Roads area. The name is inspired by the Harlem Renaissance; Hampton Roads is going through a similar time. We celebrate the music, the art, the history, and the culture told from the perspective of the people living it. #2up2down email me: shawn.m.connors@gmail.com IG: shawnconnors   To hear or view the entire episode search for 757 Renaissance Man wherever you get your favorite podcast,  YouTube or click the link below! https://www.757renaissanceman.com/
Nov 18, 202142:34
Chopping it up with Ray Rouson

Chopping it up with Ray Rouson

Let's have a conversation with my friend and fellow church kid Ray Rouson!  We talk tech, church, and what the 757 means to us!
Nov 16, 202101:02:45
#c4challenge - Day 28 - 757 Renaissance Man - Cat Corchado unscripted

#c4challenge - Day 28 - 757 Renaissance Man - Cat Corchado unscripted

Chopping it up with valiant Cat Corchado from the Sisters-in-Service podcast!!!! https://www.podpage.com/sisters-in-service/
Oct 28, 202138:38
#c4challenge Day 27 - 757 Renaissance Man - the #c4challenge Clubhouse morning room

#c4challenge Day 27 - 757 Renaissance Man - the #c4challenge Clubhouse morning room

Welcome to a taste of our space that we hold every weekday to learn and inspire each other!!
Oct 28, 202101:11:22
Chopping it up with Aly Trillion

Chopping it up with Aly Trillion

Let's have a conversation with the alluring Aly Trillion host of the Pretty Banana podcast!
Oct 26, 202130:51
#c4challenge - Day 23 - 757 Renaissance Man - Diego Jetson - unscripted

#c4challenge - Day 23 - 757 Renaissance Man - Diego Jetson - unscripted

Let's have an unscripted conversation with Diego Jetson, the man that started me podcasting! 
Oct 25, 202139:29
#c4challenge Day 21 - 757 Renaissance Man - Untitled Session 6 - My son bust out his 2 front teeth!!

#c4challenge Day 21 - 757 Renaissance Man - Untitled Session 6 - My son bust out his 2 front teeth!!

My son bust out his 2 front teeth!! Video version here!
Oct 21, 202103:56
Chopping it up with Rothstein Beatz

Chopping it up with Rothstein Beatz

Let's have a conversation with the super talented Rothstein Beatz!
Oct 19, 202125:35
Chopping it up with Drew Vs the World

Chopping it up with Drew Vs the World

Let's have a "Blerdtastic" conversation with Drew of Drew Vs the World!
Oct 18, 202144:41
Chopping it up with Yuri Williams

Chopping it up with Yuri Williams

Let's have a conversation with Yuri Williams of A Future Superhero and Friends
Oct 18, 202121:42
Chopping it up with Joe Wills

Chopping it up with Joe Wills

Lets chop it up with the hilarious Joe Willis The Inspirational Comedian!
Oct 16, 202133:52
#c4challenge - Day 13 - 757 Renaissance Man - Kirk Nugent unscripted

#c4challenge - Day 13 - 757 Renaissance Man - Kirk Nugent unscripted

Unscripted conversation with the incomparable Kirk Nugent
Oct 16, 202126:54
#c4challenge - Day 12 - 757 Renaissance Man - Angel Forte unscripted

#c4challenge - Day 12 - 757 Renaissance Man - Angel Forte unscripted

Unscripted and unedited conversation with Angel Forte
Oct 14, 202120:55
Chopping it up with Monique A. J. Smith

Chopping it up with Monique A. J. Smith

Lets chop it up with the power house Monique A. J. Smith
Oct 12, 202159:24
#c4 challenge - Day 11 - 757 Renaissance Man - Untitled Session 5

#c4 challenge - Day 11 - 757 Renaissance Man - Untitled Session 5

Sorry I was late today but there is a great reason!  Go Navy!! #lvadtalk https://www.lvadtalk.com/
Oct 12, 202106:44
#c4challenge - Day 9 - 757 Renaissance Man - Chris Giles unscripted

#c4challenge - Day 9 - 757 Renaissance Man - Chris Giles unscripted

Unscripted and unedited conversation with Chris Giles
Oct 09, 202120:13
#c4challenge - Day 8 - 757 Renaissance Man - JD the Jersey Devil unscripted

#c4challenge - Day 8 - 757 Renaissance Man - JD the Jersey Devil unscripted

Unscripted and unedited conversation with JD the Jersey Devil
Oct 08, 202108:11
#c4challenge - Day 6 - 757 Renaissance Man - Untitled Session 2

#c4challenge - Day 6 - 757 Renaissance Man - Untitled Session 2

The ramblings of a conflicted man!!
Oct 06, 202106:23
Chopping it up with Big Vino

Chopping it up with Big Vino

Special #c4challenge episode!!! Day 5 - 757 Renaissance Man - Chopping it up with Big Vino Let chop it up with Big Vino and find out what the Laughing Gas is about!  https://www.757renaissanceman.com/
Oct 05, 202116:43
#c4challenge - Day 4 - 757 Renaissance Man - Shaconda Griffin unscripted

#c4challenge - Day 4 - 757 Renaissance Man - Shaconda Griffin unscripted

Sorry no video for this episode, but it was recorded at 12 noon, post at 3!  I just made it!
Oct 05, 202124:01
#c4challenge - Day 3 - 757 Renaissance Man - BKA Watts unscripted

#c4challenge - Day 3 - 757 Renaissance Man - BKA Watts unscripted

Unscripted and unedited conversation with BKA Watts; The Man, The Beard, The Legend!
Oct 04, 202122:16
#c4challenge - Day 2 - 757 Renaissance Man - Kristin Arian unscripted

#c4challenge - Day 2 - 757 Renaissance Man - Kristin Arian unscripted

Unscripted and unedited conversation with Kristin Arian a.k.a what is a Sex Doula?
Oct 04, 202111:22
#c4challenge - Day 1 - 757 Renaissance Man - Untitled Session 1

#c4challenge - Day 1 - 757 Renaissance Man - Untitled Session 1

Day one of the challenge!!  Thank you for all for being brave!!! https://www.757renaissanceman.com/
Oct 04, 202104:14
Chopping it up with Asaun Bynum

Chopping it up with Asaun Bynum

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Asaun Bynum On this episode we discuss Who is Asaun Bynum How has growing up in a musical gospel family Was he always conscious of the gravity of the music God will not allow you to look like the things you have been through!! How real live inspires the songs he writes What are your favorite songs and guilty pleasure music?!? Gospel music that flirts with the funk! And much much more! Let’s have a conversation with Asaun Bynum
Sep 22, 202127:09
Chopping it up with Manny Cabo

Chopping it up with Manny Cabo

A few weeks after recording this episode hurricane Ida destroyed the studio Manny Cabo recorded from.  His studio was in his home.  He lost his home and 3 cars.  Please keep the Cabo family in your prayers.  Thank you. $mannycabomedia Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Manny Cabo On this episode we discuss Who is Manny Cabo Turning 4 chairs on The Voice Losing his dad to covid and keeping his legacy alive How he was introduced to music What is Manny Cabo’s 1 song Doing The Voice at 45 Technology, talent and access Being unique is not being the outcast Content creators learning from each other And much much more! Let’s have a conversation with Manny Cabo
Sep 14, 202137:21
Chopping it up with SkipGoesHard!

Chopping it up with SkipGoesHard!

This week's episode was originally broadcast live on Facebook and Youtube. We chop it up with YouTuber and content creator SkipGoesHard.  We discuss what his Youtube origins and what it takes to be a "sneaker youtuber"! Let's chop it up with the most underrated never duplicated funniest sneaker youtuber in the game!
Sep 07, 202101:30:34
Chopping it up with Nola Ransom-Shoulders

Chopping it up with Nola Ransom-Shoulders

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Nola Ransom-Shoulders On this episode we discuss Growing up a North Cackalacky girl Clubbing in the country a.k.a the hole in the wall What in the world are our kids listening too? Being a special education teacher in 2021 Who was her special teacher As a teacher the work never stops I expect progress the non profit Using the proper incentives to motivate Therapy is normal Your IEP “attorney” And much much more! Let’s have a conversation with Nola Ransom-Shoulders The 757 Renaissance Man is an innovative podcast, where we empower entrepreneurs, leaders and creatives that benefit the Hampton Roads area. The name is inspired by the Harlem Renaissance; Hampton Roads is going through a similar time. We celebrate the music, the art, the history, and the culture told from the perspective of the people living it. #2up2down
Aug 23, 202155:25
Chopping it up with Domenick Epps

Chopping it up with Domenick Epps

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Domenick Epps On this episode we discuss Who is Domenick Epps The resurrection of downtown Suffolk Va As a business owner rent vs owning Black Wall Street is the brand! Why Black Wall Street is important to us. The vision for the Wall Street Cafe How important it is to be intentional - Who is on your wall From music to real estate. Langston Hughes and the renaissance man connection The race subject and the power of diversity Image is powerful! What is it like to stand strong in your faith Changing the mindset, understanding the value Is crypto the new wall street? And much much more! Let’s have a conversation with Domenick Epps
Aug 09, 202142:36
Chopping it up with Latroy Brinkley

Chopping it up with Latroy Brinkley

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Latroy Brinkley On this episode we discuss NSU VS VSU the podcast version of the labor day classic! HBCU LIFE Football and Homecoming will be off the chain this year! Vacay in Dubai what is that like!?! Meeting at the CryptoParty!!! The 757 and 6 degrees of separation What it was like to grow up in downtown Suffolk The coming of age of downtown Suffolk How Latroy Brinkley ended up picking VSU The transition from Suffolk to Petersburg When PWI’s don't appeal to you but you have a “Different World” Our real motivation for going to college What with the teenagers and the hoodles in the summer Is tic-toc the bridge to music between parents and their kids After starting a business during covid do you go back to a job? And much much more! Let’s have a conversation with Latroy Brinkley
Aug 02, 202155:47
Chopping it up with Sagi of Tech Gear Talk

Chopping it up with Sagi of Tech Gear Talk

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Sagi of Tech Gear Talk On this episode we discuss Sorry everyone, we are going to geek out today! Sagi is the reason I am broke today! Buy it nice or buy it twice Is 4k worth it The canon R8 vs everybody What's more important: the camera, the audio, the lights or the lens? Cheap lights are everything Learning, trying, then execution A good mic is a great investment What comes first the lens or the camera And much much more! Let’s have a conversation with Sagi
Jul 26, 202150:28
Chopping it up with Dr John Lewis and the Emremix podcast

Chopping it up with Dr John Lewis and the Emremix podcast

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Dr John Lewis On this episode we discuss The evolution of a black video gamer Black nerds before there were black nerd Growing up to a different narrative The Ballad of Kings and Queens:Growing in Camelot What Boyz in the hood was really like in our neighborhood Community is cost effective Don't you know your hood? The power of podcasting in preserving history Is John Lewis the smartest person in the room? John:The Prototype Shawn: The Product Camelot VS Deep Creek Dr Chidinma Nwakanma, Black girl magic personified! The story of the Emremix podcast And much much more! Let’s have a conversation with Dr John Lewis and the Emremix podcast
Jul 20, 202151:07
Chopping it up with Dj Ronnie Ron

Chopping it up with Dj Ronnie Ron

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with  Dj Ronnie Ron On this episode we discuss Musical Industry Network, what it is and does The coolest DJ in the roller rink is the gospel DJ! Gospel radio in 2021 How he feels about radio syndication in 2021 Churches should invest in broadcast for their communities Terrestrial radio Vs Internet stations Relationships and Budget’s the true meaning of R&B What’s on DJ Ronnie Rons playlist And much much more! Let’s have a conversation with Dj Ronnie Ron
Jul 19, 202115:52
Chopping it up with EVER-G

Chopping it up with EVER-G

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with EVER-G On this episode we discuss Who is EVER-G The message in the music peace love and unity His journey and being 8 albums deep, a true body of work Where EVER-G grew up Was it challenging to be a reggae artist in the 757 What his recording process is like Music is the passion Roots is the original reggae! What is EVER-G’s favorite Jamican dish? What is his favorite carribean restaurant in the 757 Some of his favorite places to perform in the 757 What inspired him to give his all in his performances And much much more! Let’s have a conversation with EVER-G
Jul 13, 202141:46
Chopping it up with Danja Mowf *LIVE*

Chopping it up with Danja Mowf *LIVE*

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Danja Mowf *LIVE* On this episode we discuss Going back to Norfolk State BEHOLD THE GREEN AND GOLD Thanks to the Spartan Legion for the discipline. How he found NSU Music before college How did he come up with the name Danja Mowf The Superfriendz origin story Being intentional with hip-hop Technology making the struggle easier How the Aaliyah remix was the official unofficial remix! When you get Missy Elliots attention Backpack hip hop vs commercial hip hop Strange Fruit the hop hop version Liner notes and the history of music Being true artist is more than just the music And much much more! Let’s have a conversation with Danja Mowf
Jul 10, 202159:26
Chopping it up with Marc D Wasserman, Esq (POT BROTHERS AT LAW)

Chopping it up with Marc D Wasserman, Esq (POT BROTHERS AT LAW)

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with  Marc D Wasserman, Esq (POT BROTHERS AT LAW) *Special July 1st Marijuana Legalization Episode* On this episode we discuss Why education on traffic stop laws are important Are the police trained properly Yes Pot Brothers smoke cannabis, are brothers, and are attorneys The no BS tell it like it is attorneys How social media helped them spread education Advice for Virginia on July 1st Legalization is really not legal Don't be satisfied with the minimum Get your ducks in a row for 2024 Watch the zones go to your city council meetings! Will cannabis ever be federally legal? Cannabis as a medicine the importance of being able to get your medicine Big Pharma vs Cannabis Using the correct terminology with cannabis Am I being detained or am I free to go? Slam version! What is the script When cops ask questions, comply and then STFU! And much much more! Let’s have a conversation with  Marc D Wasserman, Esq
Jul 01, 202133:20
Chopping it up with Leif Olsen

Chopping it up with Leif Olsen

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Leif Olsen *Special July 1st Marijuana Legalization Episode* On this episode we discuss What is Catalyst-BC Who is Leif Olsen DMV to the 757 Did Virginia really legalize Marijuana!?! When cannabis is a part of your life When the dispensary experience lets you down The origin of Kind Love Marijuana as a medicine vs The side effects of traditional prescription medicine The lack of research with cannabis as a medical product Some of the limitations of “legalization” in the state of Virginia Is this true legalization? How Catalyst-BC can help you as a business If you want a marijuans business now is the time not 2024 What do you do to apply to have a marijuana based business Delta 9 vs Delta 8 and is Delta 8 safe? And much much more! Let’s have a conversation with Leif Olsen
Jul 01, 202149:35
Chopping it up with Michael Muñoz

Chopping it up with Michael Muñoz

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Michael Muñoz On this episode we discuss Puerto Rico in the house! What is was like growing up nuyorican In the heights and was afro latino culture represented We are here for the isms! Pinchos and siestas are real! Disney vs New York, what's more expensive? The Michael Muñoz New York tour experience The ballad of Lance the Honda Accord and the Vascepa In Yo Mouth podcast!  And celebrating LGBTQIA people in the food space Why Michael Muñoz was booked and shout out to my daughter Jai Discrimination is the same no matter what your ism is Learning what the rules are and how do you ask the questions The responsibility of being a source of education Some people do need to be canceled! And we have to talk about food! Let’s have a conversation with Michael Muñoz
Jun 29, 202101:12:54
Chopping it up with Kirk Nugent

Chopping it up with Kirk Nugent

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Kirk Nugent On this episode we discuss Let’s celebrate black content creator collaboration! Who is the geek speaker preacher Being a missionary working in South Africa What it was like moving, living, and working in Africa The spirit of the point of no return in Ghana How did he went from strict I.T. and then transformed in to digital media From South Africa to Oakwood University Leaving the corporate world and going full time for himself How I stumbled on to Kirk Nugent How he found his YouTube calling And much more!! Let’s have a conversation with Kirk Nugent
Jun 28, 202101:06:22
Chopping it up with DJ KRATE DIGGA

Chopping it up with DJ KRATE DIGGA

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with DJ KRATE DIGGA On this episode we discuss I ALWAYS WANTED TO BE DJ!! What was his path to becoming a DJ Understanding the elements of hip-hop Never having intentions of being a DJ Accidently playing his first show Hip-hop is now selling everything but Hip-Hop Hip-Hop being the first hustle Proximity to the DJ is  social currency Blue checks don't validate you are a good person How he became a virtual DJ DJing in the 3rd dimension And much more!! Let’s have a conversation with DJ KRATE DIGGA
Jun 26, 202101:24:17
Chopping it up with Team Fred

Chopping it up with Team Fred

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Team Fred On this episode we discuss Who is Team Fred Thank you for your service - African American officers in the military NCO club, are you supposed to be here? Getting it from both sides, the officers VS the black community Teaching comedy to other veterans Humor is a coping mechanism Comedy is a mask - I laugh to keep from crying Listen to what is behind the joke Performing at the White House vs private events Clean comedy vs dirty comedy Does clean comedy makes you more versatile Recycling the material And much more!! Let’s have a conversation with Team Fred
Jun 26, 202127:38
Chopping it up LIVE!!! with Brenden Mulligan CEO of Podpage

Chopping it up LIVE!!! with Brenden Mulligan CEO of Podpage

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Brenden Mulligan CEO of Podpage We discuss what makes Brenden tick  New business and new baby! We talk about what was is motivation to make Podpage  Listening to his customers THE PODCASTERS! And we go in to some of the updates for PODPAGE 2.0!!!
Jun 18, 202147:06
Chopping it up with Anguz Black

Chopping it up with Anguz Black

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Anguz Black On this episode we discuss Where Anguz grew up, the life of a base baby! Black man in Germany Growing up all over Norfolk, Anguz went to all the highschools! How he started out in radio Hot 102.1 to 103 Jamz How coaching  Mike Lord (R.I.H.) in comedy lead to the Budda Brothas Kissing his girlfriend goodbye and figuring out what part of the game is that Herman Hurston opening up the comedy game in Virginia How the face of comedy changed in 2021 Cancel culture and comedy why is everybody so sensitive Is the earth flat or nah?!? Are gemini’s the most creative Is Dick Gregory is the smartest man in the world? And much more!! Let’s have a conversation with Anguz Black
Jun 15, 202143:58
Chopping it up with DJ Liek

Chopping it up with DJ Liek

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with DJ Liek Me living vicariously through DJ’s Starting to DJ at 14 and figuring out his path at 16 DJ Liek, Marv P, and Teens with a Purpose! Advantages and disadvantages of being in the entertainment industry in the 757 Being under 21 and still DJing clubs How I used to get in clubs back in day, shout out to the milk crates We play top 5 DJ edition What is the mix tape came like in 2021 Is physical media dead I miss liner notes! And much more!! Let’s have a conversation with DJ Liek
Jun 14, 202125:23
Chopping it up with Cedric Rouson

Chopping it up with Cedric Rouson

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Cedric Rouson On this episode we discuss Being a musician that is also a preacher His education journey from Hampton University, to Regent, to Liberty, to VA Union, and back to Regent The difference between a HBCU and getting a doctorate from a PWI Being a Joseph that gets to go to Egypt Recognizing your assignment from God His beginnings in music starting as a musician at age 3 From fisher price to grand pianos! And much more!! Let’s have a conversation with Cedric Rouson
Jun 03, 202101:11:13
Chopping it up with Mz Meka of Soul Rebel Nation

Chopping it up with Mz Meka of Soul Rebel Nation

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Mz Meka of Soul Rebel Nation On this episode we discuss Who is MZ Meka Her music and how it inspires her daughters What a spiritual advisor does What was the inspiration of the song “Go” What does it mean to be spirit driven How do you get into the spiritual arena Finding your inner purpose, how do you choose your religion? Black Jesus is real! I know where the first man was found, and he was a “she”! And much more!! Let’s have a conversation with Mz Meka
May 29, 202101:00:07
Chopping it up with Emcee N.I.C.E

Chopping it up with Emcee N.I.C.E

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with  Emcee N.I.C.E On this episode we discuss Why Gospel hip-hop is needed Christian hip-hop is not hiding The history of gospel with current R&B and rappers You can still have barz and be a christain Rock the body!! Some of the best MC’s with bars (HOV) Lacrae, BB Jay, Jered Sanders 25 years of Emcee N.I.C.E A Lighter Shade of Brown to 2Pac to Prince We get to listen to new music and much much more! Let’s have a conversation with Emcee N.I.C.E
May 27, 202150:26
Chopping it up with Zoleka Sparks (The Boss Experience Worldwide)

Chopping it up with Zoleka Sparks (The Boss Experience Worldwide)

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with  Zoleka Sparks On this episode we discuss Why this episode is nicknamed the “do over” Welcome to Clubhouse What is the Boss Experience Why club house is a master class everyday Networking is king...Queen What is a serial entrepreneur How we all can get his money each one teach one! Let’s have a conversation with  Zoleka Sparks 
May 24, 202147:24
Chopping it up with Adam Lee and Marissa Jane from the Highly Irritable Podcast

Chopping it up with Adam Lee and Marissa Jane from the Highly Irritable Podcast

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Adam Lee and Marissa Jane from the Highly Irritable Podcast My first collaboration episode!!! On this episode we discuss What did Adam do on his day off The reason he is Highly Irritated Dealing with anxiety and how podcasting can be therapy The how they meet each other and what makes their marriage successful How 757 Renaissance became the name of this podcast! The story of LVAD Talk Comparing our childhoods east vs west! Let’s have a conversation with Adam Lee and Marissa Jane Check out The Highly Irritable podcast here https://highlyirritable.buzzsprout.com/ email me: shawn.m.connors@gmail.com IG: shawnconnors To hear or view the entire episode search for 757 Renaissance Man wherever you get your favorite podcast,  YouTube or click the link below! https://linktr.ee/Shawnconnors
May 20, 202101:05:40
Chopping it up with Franklin Fitzgerald

Chopping it up with Franklin Fitzgerald

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Franklin Fitzgerald On this episode we discuss How we meet in the PTA line Black nerds unite The Hampton Universite connection From B-more to Hampton Hampton vibes The Joys of Lexington Market and Baltimore food! How he discovered journalism Going from college, to tv, to Nasa Geeking out on camera gear Let’s have a conversation with Franklin Fitzgerald To hear or view the entire episode search for 757 Renaissance Man wherever you get your favorite podcast,  YouTube or click the link below! https://linktr.ee/Shawnconnors
May 19, 202151:40
Chopping it up with Damani

Chopping it up with Damani

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Damani On this episode we discuss His 757 roots His R&B influences Having a new school sound with an old school feel Writing and mixing his own songs Originality and doing something different Learning from the legends Going from VA to ATL to LA Are record labels needed anymore? Working with Eric Bellinger and Super Friends music Let’s have a conversation with Damani To hear or view the entire episode search for 757 Renaissance Man wherever you get your favorite podcast,  YouTube or click the link below! https://linktr.ee/Shawnconnors
May 18, 202134:17
Chopping it up with Charmaine Swimpson Broome

Chopping it up with Charmaine Swimpson Broome

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Charmaine Swimpson Broome On this episode we discuss How we are play play brothers and sisters How our parents are our favorite teachers The legacy of Marvin Swimpson The legend of Brenda Connors and chicken and dumplings Podcasting gear and why we started Meeting Kirk Franklin for the first time Record contracts at 13 Common circles in the 757 from Pharrell to Teddy Riley R&B and coming home to gospel Let’s have a conversation with Charmaine Swimpson Broome This episode is dedicated to Marvin and Arlene Swimpson email me: shawn.m.connors@gmail.com IG: shawnconnors To hear or view the entire episode search for 757 Renaissance Man wherever you get your favorite podcast,  YouTube or click the link below! https://linktr.ee/Shawnconnors
May 14, 202101:43:04
Chopping it up with Slater Joel

Chopping it up with Slater Joel

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Slater Joel On this episode we discuss What came first music or church Gospel impressions (Rance Allen) Let the song sing its self One more time and the meaning behind the song Inspirational vs Gospel Don't compromise your convictions Is cancel culture going to far And new music from Slater Let’s have a conversation with Slater Joel shawn.m.connors@gmail.com ig: shawnconnors
May 14, 202101:00:56
Chopping it up with Aaron Wiggins (Live Pain Sacrifice)

Chopping it up with Aaron Wiggins (Live Pain Sacrifice)

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Aaron Wiggins We preview his new music Love, Pain, Sacrifice! Join me as Aaron discusses his new gospel album! To hear or view the more episodes search for 757 Renaissance Man wherever you get your favorite podcast,  YouTube or click the link below! https://linktr.ee/Shawnconnors
May 03, 202117:45
Chopping it up with Boo Britt

Chopping it up with Boo Britt

On this episode we discuss Growing up in the church and naps in the pews Having Dr. Peggy Britt as your mother and how she shaped gospel music in the 757 What is was like to see your mom on Netflix (Voices of Fire) Live instrumentalist is that a dying art? His time with the legendary Fuzz Band What brought him to the ATL Tour life and being grammy nominated And much much more Let’s have a conversation with Boo Britt
May 02, 202154:09
 Chopping it up with Tone Wills

Chopping it up with Tone Wills

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Tone Wills On this episode we discuss The legendary Big Daddy's Restaurant Keeping up the Big Daddy’s legacy Turkey chops are the greatest The struggles of catering Finding out he had covid Thoughts about the virus and the vaccine Managing artist The entertainment industry and G-Man Entertainment Let’s have a conversation with Tone Wills
Apr 29, 202139:22
Chopping it up with Earl Bynum

Chopping it up with Earl Bynum

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Earl Bynum On this episode we discuss Meeting at the Eagle Eyrie youth retreat. How Earl started in gospel music Gospel music in Hampton Roads Some of his favorite collaborations His connection with Italy and touring in Europe What it was like winning his Stellar award, and the differences between that and the Hoodie awards Life at the Mount And we get to check out some of his new music Let’s have a conversation with Earl Bynum
Apr 27, 202142:43
Chopping it up with Meneisha Mitchell of Kinks and Kurls

Chopping it up with Meneisha Mitchell of Kinks and Kurls

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Meneisha Mitchell of Kinks and Kurls On this episode we discuss Rocking natural hair Healthy hair is good hair Feeding your hair Stimulating hair growth Recovering from straightening her hair The birth of Kinks and Kurls Let’s have a conversation with Meneisha Mitchell of Kinks and Kurls
Apr 23, 202127:23
Chopping it up with DJ Joe Pro

Chopping it up with DJ Joe Pro

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with DJ Joe Pro On this episode we discuss How he began DJ’ing Having a librarian for a mother and what she thinks of his career Joe Pro’s hidden talent The progression from mix tapes to the DVD’s Does Joe Pro get bootlegged Dealing the the copyright po-po Dealing with covid and the future Let’s have a conversation with with DJ Joe Pro
Apr 22, 202118:02
Chopping it up with BRIAN WILTURNER and The Pocket USA

Chopping it up with BRIAN WILTURNER and The Pocket USA

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with BRIAN WILTURNER and The Pocket USA On this episode we discuss The Pocket USA How do you use The Pocket USA How it can protect you Why The Pocket USA is needed in 2021 and beyond Let’s have a conversation with with BRIAN WILTURNER
Apr 22, 202115:32
Chopping it up with Kristie Walker

Chopping it up with Kristie Walker

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Kristie Walker We discuss The importance of life insurance How credit can affect your life Your personal credit and business credit go hand in hand Establishing your kids credit And much much more! Let’s have a conversation with with Kristie Walker
Apr 20, 202130:19
Chopping it up with Dr. Sam Logan III

Chopping it up with Dr. Sam Logan III

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with  with Dr. Sam Logan III How the one special teacher can change a child's path How he became a Morehouse man His life as an educator His journey to become a pastor Covid and its effect on the church The future of the church after covid And much much more! Let’s have a conversation with with Dr. Sam Logan III
Apr 18, 202156:57
Chopping it up with Steven Johnson of Bridging The Gap Golf

Chopping it up with Steven Johnson of Bridging The Gap Golf

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with  Steven Johnson of Bridging The Gap Golf On this episode we discuss How he became interested in the game of golf A beginners golf budget A black man on a green course The joys of spreading the game of golf to underserved youth And much much more! Let’s have a conversation with Steven Johnson of Bridging The Gap Golf
Apr 17, 202126:49
Chopping it up with Max Nomad

Chopping it up with Max Nomad

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Mr. Max Nomad On this episode we discuss My LVAD and me becoming a cyborg Battery stock and electric vehicles A day in the life of Max Nomad The joys of corporate Dred Locs Books that need to be finished The story of iTribe and Picus Cyber security is fun How Max Nomad opened the doors for my career And much much more! Let’s have a conversation with Mr. Max Nomad
Apr 16, 202101:15:23
Chopping it up with Skee of Got Fish?

Chopping it up with Skee of Got Fish?

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Skee, owner of Got Fish?! We discuss The Got Fish grind! One step at a time Stepping out on faith Food truck red tape Going from food trucks, to the brick and mortar store Then having to close from covid! What it means to Serve great food, exceed expectations, and to love people! Being fishers of men! Let’s have a conversation with Skee, owner of Got Fish?!
Apr 14, 202128:36
Chopping it up with Lenny Jones, 3 Bites Bakery NY

Chopping it up with Lenny Jones, 3 Bites Bakery NY

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Lenny Jones owner of 3 Bites Bakery NY! We discuss The Keebler elf has to go! Step away from the cookie! #crumbsinthetub The stuffed chocolate chip cookie How 3 Bites Bakery began Whoo sai in a box! The Nino Brown of cookies! Let’s have a conversation with Ms. Lenny Jones!
Apr 13, 202147:11
Chopping it up with Cletus Kassady

Chopping it up with Cletus Kassady

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Cletus Kassady We discuss Who has the best chicken FBC “Fat boy crew” and going to the gym Thoughts of Lil Nas X and devil twerking Does God have a sense of humor The similarities and differences between the kkk and the black panther party The Virginia Beach oceanfront shootings How do we reach these kids! P-Towns finest And much more Let’s have a conversation with Cletus Kassady!
Apr 11, 202101:07:21
Chopping it up with Marv. P

Chopping it up with Marv. P

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Marv. P! We discuss Growing up in Norfolk The origins of Big Fellas What comes first the lyrics or the beat The internet vs radio Hot 97 and the Funkmaster Flex show Bless my soul Something in the water and Marv. P Let’s have a conversation with Marv. P!
Mar 31, 202154:15
Chopping it up with Stategang Vince A.K.A Don Vinny

Chopping it up with Stategang Vince A.K.A Don Vinny

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with my cousin Stategang Vince A.K.A Don Vinny! We discuss Family love and family history Rest in peace to Rodney, and his music connections Rakim and The D.O.C. from Va to Chickasha How he became the MC he is today The cousins and the sneaker game The inspiration for Don Vinny The 757 music connection Tornadoes vs Hurricanes Shout out to Diego and M.O. We some playas! Let’s have a conversation with Stategang Vince A.K.A Don Vinny!
Mar 27, 202101:31:24
Chopping it up with Jus.Ed

Chopping it up with Jus.Ed

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Jus.Ed We discuss Being hustle ready! Who is Jus.Ed His connection to Muddy Waters How songwriting is his therapy How being in the navy changed him Social media being the new radio How Covid-19 made him focus on his art And we get exclusive previews of his new music Let’s have a conversation with Jus.Ed
Mar 24, 202101:01:40
Chopping it up with Chester Benton

Chopping it up with Chester Benton

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Chester Benton We get a history lesson about early black radio in the 757 We discuss Daddy Jack Homlmes The Master Storyteller How Chester Benton got to WRAP How he designed the after school rap attack and HJ Ellison The Soul Ranger and the shot out How WRAP influenced KDAY in LA The legend of Bobby Jay and ET! Chic and Unique! Getting “Jacked” by Eazy E Let’s get a history lesson with Chester Benton
Mar 22, 202146:44
Chopping it up with King Legend

Chopping it up with King Legend

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with King Legend 757 We talk about Just missing each other at Da Baby concert Discovering he had COVID-19 and the trouble getting diagnosed Facing death head on How is book Ventilator got its name Surviving after COVID-19 Conspiracy theories with COVID-19 and globalism And we nerd out on cameras!! Let's have a conversation with King Legend 757
Mar 22, 202101:03:40
Chopping it up with Javon Callier aka cookinwithboiboi

Chopping it up with Javon Callier aka cookinwithboiboi

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Javon Callier aka cookinwithboiboi.llc We talk about GTD! And the inspiration behind it How he met his wife in the kitchen How his journey in the kitchen began The seafood grilled cheese! Charcoal vs gas Let's have a conversation with Javon Callier
Mar 20, 202151:30
Chopping it up with Moosh Da Street Preacher

Chopping it up with Moosh Da Street Preacher

Gospel Music vs Jodeci Our barbershop roots When football doesn't work out Working with members of Blackstreet Work vs Glamour Lessons learned through marriage How his journey led him to God And we check out his new music!! Let's have a conversation with Moosh Da Street Preacher
Mar 18, 202101:19:14
Chopping it up with Rev Barney Wiggins

Chopping it up with Rev Barney Wiggins

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Rev Barney Wiggins We discuss... Why we aren’t ever going to stop wearing our mask! When Marvel movies meet the sermon Our favorite sci fi movies and why Why are there no black American actors playing black British people Our Rose of Sharon connection Women Pastors and the church and what the issue is And much more Let's have a conversation with Rev Barney Wiggins
Mar 13, 202101:07:36
Chopping it up with Herman Hurston

Chopping it up with Herman Hurston

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Herman Hurston We discuss How he went from Gary IN to the Air Force to the Navy Serving in desert storm The Royal blue and the 4 horsemen The evolution of Joe Pro How Herman went from hosting comedy to 103 Jamz #1 radio show From 103 Jamz to the VA House of Comedy Radio Vs VA House of Comedy And much more Let's have a conversation with Herman Herston
Mar 13, 202147:51
Chopping it up with DJ Bee from Fresh Radio

Chopping it up with DJ Bee from Fresh Radio

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with DJ Bee Philly DJ’s and Cheesesteaks How he started his journey into djing Starter equipment and how he got his first 1200’s Scratching vs Mixing Dj Red Alert and how Bee Alert began The mixtape game and Flava4U From 103 Jamz to Baltimore and back And the challenge of starting his own radio station Let's have a conversation with Dj Bee
Mar 10, 202146:58
Chopping it up with Sclass

Chopping it up with Sclass

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with music producer Sclass. We discuss what to expect during 2021 Soulful hip-hop and what influenced his sound. The art of sampling and how samples made you discover new music We ask the question, has the age of the super producer passed We reminisce about DJ’s Records and Tapes and Coliseum Mall And we discuss the legend of how Rick James became his godfather Let's have a conversation with Sclass
Mar 09, 202151:20
Chopping it up with Kula Voncille

Chopping it up with Kula Voncille

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Kula Voncille. We talk about the 757 vs the 804 The “Vid” and open mics Social media after 30 vs word of mouth The Hersday thursday podcast Kula loves Eminem Lauren Hill vs Drake and much more Let's have a conversation with Kula Voncille
Mar 07, 202144:51
Chopping it up with Shaena Sampson Wiggins.

Chopping it up with Shaena Sampson Wiggins.

Welcome to the 757 Renaissance Man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Shaena Sampson Wiggins. Shaena is a licensed clinical social worker, an author and a toddler mom! We talk about STAYING IN YOUR LANE!!! Doing it for likes! Church VS Therapy Being married to the musician Aaron Wiggins And Therapist getting therapy Let’s have a conversation with Shaena Wiggins
Mar 06, 202130:19
Chopping it up with VA EMCEE

Chopping it up with VA EMCEE

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with VA EMCEE. We talk about what it's like to own a computer store! How long he has been an MC We play top 5 We discussed getting older and dealing with Hip Hop, we will listen to some new music from him, and find out what he is looking forward to in  2021! Let's have a conversation with VA EMCEE
Mar 06, 202156:47
Chopping it up with Dr Rhonda Alexander

Chopping it up with Dr Rhonda Alexander

Welcome to the 757 renaissance man podcast, on this episode we chop it up with Dr Rhonda Alexander.   Dr Rhonda is a life coach, speaker, author, and business woman. We will talk about growing up as a HBCU child. HBCU’s vs PWI’s Life at Regent University and becoming a DR. My 10 year old son applying to college. Becoming an international business woman. Being a black woman in Germany. Her books and what motivated her to become an author. Let's have a conversation with Dr Rhonda Alexander
Feb 24, 202154:60
Chopping it up with JAY THE SNEAKER GUY

Chopping it up with JAY THE SNEAKER GUY

On this episode we chop it up with JAY THE SNEAKER GUY We discuss how he got started on youtube What inspired him to start his channel and motivation behind it We discuss sneaker life and the significant other and balancing it with with his homelife We talk subscriber counts and what it takes to build a following and how long it took, before he felt successful. Let’s have a conversation with JAY THE SNEAKER GUY!! You can catch JAY THE SNEAKER GUY on YouTube! JAY THE SNEAKER GUY
Feb 21, 202130:59
Chopping it up with Aaron Wiggins

Chopping it up with Aaron Wiggins

On this episode we chop it up with Aaron Wiggins.  Aaron is a super dope R&B and gospel musician, singer, songwriter. We will talk about... Kicking Michael Jackson out of christmas. How he got started with his journey in to music Church kids and R&B Jesus in the trap What projects he has coming out in the future We will also get  sneak peak at some new unreleased music You can check out more from Aaron Wiggins here https://aaronwigginspro.wixsite.com/aaronwigginspro
Feb 20, 202129:12
Intro

Intro

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Feb 09, 202101:21