Trauma, Addiction, Recovery And A Wig: Damien Lowry
Damien Lowry reflects on recovery, self-acceptance, and building a comedy career through his character Quita.
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Culture & community
02KiKi Jones on radio, leadership, and Pittsburgh’s community.
KiKi Jones · 2h 49m 30sMaking a creative living
03Soy Sos explores the question of a sustainable career in music.
Soy Sos · 2h 57m 0sGrowth & perspective
It’s Marly talks about personal growth and financial literacy.
It's Marly · 2h 34m 6sShowing 12 of 14 conversations
Good Things Are Lame In The Hood: It's Marly
It’s Marly talks about hip-hop, the Mind of Marly podcast, and learning through other people’s experiences.
The Conversation Nobody Is Having About Black America: Javier Roman
Can Black America confront systemic racism without avoiding difficult conversations about culture, accountability, media influence, and the choices shaping the community?
The Icon Hidden In Plain Sight: Lee Davis
What does it take to leave a lasting impact on a city, an industry, and generations of people without always being the one standing in the spotlight?
The Clash of HipHop And Anti-Black America: Farooq Al Said
What happens when hip hop culture, Black identity, education, activism, and anti-Blackness collide across different cities, countries, and life experiences?
The Art of Fly Fishing and ADHD: Darin "Trout Monkey" Davis
What can fly fishing teach us about ADHD, fatherhood, discipline, mental health, and building a life that actually feels balanced?
King of The Midnight Ballerinas: Jamal "Chocolate" Campbell
Jamal “Chocolate” Campbell discusses building Chocolate Factory Entertainment, leading teams, and balancing corporate experience with entrepreneurship.
John "Mista Scrap" Wilson: Community Restoration in Progress
Troy "Tsunami Fly" Mitchell: 7 Million Views And a Poly Lifestyle
TIMESTAMPS 0:00 – INTRO: State of the Union in the Pittsburgh Creative Market.
Kelli Shakur: The Strength and Pains of the Black Community
Kelli Shakur has become a voice of community activism in Pittsburgh and a relentless voice for authentic leadership in 2026.
From Rap Battles to Fighting for Justice: Real Deal
In this high-energy episode of The Kalaj Dame Podcast, host Kalaj Dame sits down with Pittsburgh legend and battle rap icon Trevor "Real Deal" Weller.
