Nothings Normal Podcast

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Adjust the settings to best suit “YOUR” norm, not the default settings society gives us 🏆

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40 min

Ep. 83 Drum Roll Please ft Frank Zambrano

This episode is brought to you by Green Leaf Mutli Media 🍃 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_jAXPi0XICY Welcome back to another special episode of Nothing’s Normal where we get the raw, transparent and open versions of our guest to better understand their path in the present. Today we sat down with Elmsford NY native and Westchester County representative, Frank Zambrano. What started in a small village ended in 39 of the 50 states that are in America. Frank Zambrano started playing the drums at a young age and eventually made a career out of it. Whether playing, teaching and eventually making it all the way to BROADWAY. Being from New York, Broadway plays/musicals play a big part for people starting as children. Some of our favorite movies are transformed into sounds and dances that stick with us forever. Frank’s musical journey has guided him around the world and around some of the world’s top musicians. We also covered Frank’s family life. That played a big part in his development not only as a musician, but laid the foundation for him as a person. The environment plays a big part in how a seed grows. Im sure to say the least, Frank Zambrano not only makes his family proud by being the first and only one to do what he does in his family but also for literally playing to the beat of his own drum. Tune in. There’s a lot to unpack here. Instagram: @countyboy_spanks @nothingsnormalpodcast @greenleafmultimedia ‪@POLYMAFNETWORK‬ @fzambranodrums

1 hr 9 min

Ep 82. BBIG ft. Jayy Evans

This episode is brought to you by Green Leaf Mutli Media 🍃 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yo9r5eYy-a0 Welcome back to another special episode of Nothing’s Normal where we get the raw, transparent and open versions of our guest to better understand their path in the present. Today we sat down with outstanding podcasters and expert opinionist, Jay Evans. Hes more than just that but outside of having a dope pod of his own titled “Being Black Is Ghetto” which happens to be just as raw as it sounds, he is a full time EMS responder. As many of you are curious as to where he comes up with his view of all topics ranging from trauma snd current events. We dove into the origin story of the controversial to say the least media monster in Jay Evans. He also detailed his top 5 battle rappers and calls out some of the world’s finest. Tune in and get the insight needed to properly understand his takes and unique assessments that nost people would never speak to in public. Instagram: @countyboy_spanks @nothingsnormalpodcast @greenleafmultimedia @jayyevans__ @beingblackisghetto

1 hr 6 min

EP. 81 Brother2Brother ft. TRI STATE JERICKO & BROTHER JOHN

This episode is brought to you by Green Leaf Mutli Media 🍃 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vcg0YrQwyMc Welcome back to another special episode of Nothing’s Normal where we get the raw, transparent and open versions of our guest to better understand their path in the present. Today we sat down with 2 legends out of the 914 Tri State Jericko and his biological older brother, Brother John. These 2 Mt. Vernon born and Yonkers raised OGs have one hell of a story. Same womb, different paths. John is the owner of the Yonkers Knockouts Boxing gym located in Yonkers NY while Jericko is a full time DJ with a long list of legendary events under his belt. What started out as just an idea, turned into them taking the risk of opening their own boxing gym during the period of Covid which was a rough time for all business owners. John started boxing as just a kid under the legendary Sal who has coached many of NY’s boxing old school legends out of the Yonkers PAL while Jericko was making his name as first a musician under legends such a Heavy D right out of Mt. Vernon NY in Westchester County. I dont want to give you The Whole story here. Tune in. Youre not going to want to miss this. Instagram: @countyboy_spanks @nothingsnormalpodcast @greenleafmultimedia @music_by_jericko @john_m64 @yonkersknockouts

1 hr 20 min

EP. 80 Hardnox ft. Mark William

This episode is brought to you by Green Leaf Mutli Media 🍃 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pzhqHK4qJHQ&t=4s Welcome back to another special episode of Nothing’s Normal where we get the raw, transparent and open versions of our guest to better understand their path in the present. Today we sat down with New Rochelle native and 914 (Westchester) representative, Mark William. Mark’s story is nothing short of pure motivation. He talked everything from suffering from being abused as a kid, losing his best friend to suicide, becoming a young boss in the construction industry to serving time in federal prison. Since being released Mark maintained his job and has recently launched a “peptides” supplement coming. Mark breaks down what peptides do and some of his personal benefits since using them. Mark has BIG plans for “Hardnox” which is the name of his company and lays out what he’s got planned for the future of the business. This episode was action packed and if you take anything away from his story i would say, “it’s never over”. Stay grounded, believe in yourself, keep faith and align with the right people. Tune in. You’re not gonna want to miss this one. Instagram: @countyboy_spanks @nothingsnormalpodcast @greenleafmultimedia @polymafnetwork @hardknox_labs @aymark_22

39 min

EP. 79 PSA ft. Young Fleezo

This episode is brought to you by Green Leaf Mutli Media 🍃 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F8aY2UkV9_U Welcome back to another special episode of Nothing’s Normal where we get the raw, transparent and open versions of our guest to better understand their path in the present. Today we sat down with Yonkers rapper Fleezo from 288. 288 is a building located on the legendary strip, Riverdale. Fleezo took us back to his early days as a kid being the youngest kid on the block life and as an only child. Fleezo spoke about what Yonkers was like for him in the early days and how hard it could be simply being from where he is from. Fleezo like a lot of his peers got into music early but does not consider himself a drill rapper. He also spoke about his time that he spent on other blocks despite the tension of those who came before him in his community. He is back active on the music scene and has a PSA for all of his supporters. Tune in. Fleezo has something to say. Instagram: @countyboy_spanks @nothingsnormalpodcast @greenleafmultimedia @polymafnetwork @young_fleezo88

56 min

EP. 78: Me vs Me ft. Ant Balla

This episode is brought to you by Green Leaf Mutli Media 🍃 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y7hffF-IOuw&t=14s Welcome back to another special episode of Nothing’s Normal where we get the raw, transparent and open versions of our guest to better understand their path in the present. Today we sat down with Yonkers rapper & soon to be legend, Ant Balla. During this episode we covered what life was before all the chaos. Ant Balla has a promising future in the music game and has been doing his thing however, circumstances that come with adolescent behavior has forced him to take breaks. Since being released from federal prison, he plans on getting back to music and putting himself and his section where they belong. We also covered some of the biggest losses he took while serving time. Tune in and get a deeper look into the life of a star on the rise reclaiming his spot and showing off his talent. Instagram: @countyboy_spanks @nothingsnormalpodcast @greenleafmultimedia @polymafnetwork @_antballa_

1 hr 10 min

EP. 77: BIG O BLOCK ft. Big Paper

This episode is brought to you by Green Leaf Mutli Media 🍃 Welcome back to another special episode of Nothing’s Normal where we get the raw, transparent and open versions of our guest to better understand their path in the present. Today we sat down with Yonkers rapper & underground legend, Big Paper. Born in Harlem, Big Paper took us to his early childhood where he earned a few different names. Raised by a single mother with his sister, Big Paper found the streets early like some of us in urban communities. We spoke about his first memories of Yonkers NY moving there when he was just 12. He told us about the legendary “YGS” group he and several friends formed and how they impacted the city. He was best friends with the fallen Yonkers native, poppin music artist among many other things, Reeskee (RIP). Big Paper also took us on a tour of what Yonkers was like before his hood (O Block/Oliver) fell out with other surrounding hoods and how that played a part of the Yonkers 2011 indictment which is one of the largest indictments today. Now free, Big Paper has been maximizing his time with his family and kids as he just lost his mother in November 2025. He’s recently dropped his fire single “Freeski” and is back outside with the music and clothing merch, “Honest Cash”. Tune in. This was the first stop of what i can see being a legendary run. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hox8mIjB31A Instagram: @countyboy_spanks @nothingsnormalpodcast @greenleafmultimedia @polymafnetwork @therealbigpaper

58 min

EP. 76: Mental Fitness Ft. Darren

This episode is brought to you by Green Leaf Mutli Media 🍃 Welcome back to another special episode of Nothing’s Normal where we get the raw, transparent and open versions of our guest to better understand their path in the present. Today we sat down with Greenburgh’s and mental health facilitator, Darren. Darren started off working at his facility 25 years ago with no intention that 25 years later he would be head of what has become one of the biggest priorities in the world today. During our conversation we dive deep into what “mental health” actually is seeing as it is so cliché and vague in today’s world. We peeled back the layers of what his actual assignment is at his facility as well as how he juggles between the trauma of others and his own personal past struggles. Darren, whose mother passed away when he was 12 years of age has a story from the outside full of pain and potential excuses. Tune in as we get the story from the source himself. Mental health should be all of our priority as society’s needle moves by the second. In a world full of chaos, creating environments of peace for yourself is an absolute necessity. I hope you enjoy. Until next time Instagram: @countyboy_spanks @nothingsnormalpodcast @greenleafmultimedia @polymafnetwork @keepitmovin77

1 hr 28 min

Ep. 75 "Westchester Talks"

On this special crossover episode of Nothing’s Normal, Spanks sits down with the Westchester Talks crew for a real conversation about basketball, brotherhood, identity, and what it really means to represent where you’re from. The guys break down how the game of basketball helped shape their lives, introduced them to lifelong friendships, and gave them purpose beyond the court. They also get into family dynamics, growing up in Westchester, the pride that comes with repping your block, and how their different backgrounds all helped form the chemistry behind Westchester Talks. This episode also dives into community, leadership, and the bigger mission of pushing Westchester culture forward through podcasting, collaboration, sports, business, and storytelling. More than just a sports conversation, this is about legacy, relationships, and building something meaningful for the next generation. Tap in for a dope episode full of laughs, history, perspective, and hometown pride.

1 hr 47 min

EP. 74 "Beautiful Nightmares" Ft. PriceTag Reef

This episode is brought to you by Green Leaf Mutli Media 🍃 Welcome back to another special episode of Nothing’s Normal where we get the raw, transparent and open versions of our guest to better understand their path in the present. Today we sat down with Reef aka PriceTag Reef, the owner and manager of Atlanta’s biggest and hottest clothing retail store. Reef pulled up to enlighten us on the tough road that led to him relocating to Atlanta as a Bronx NY native. Reef is a born Muslim who was raised by his mother. Since finishing high school, Reef’s travels have taken him many places before finally finding a home in Atlanta. Reef’s clothing dream started with his own clothing brand “Beautiful Nightmares”. During our sit down he detailed what life was for him as a youngest child of 5 and how that effects him good and bad mentally. Price Tag Atlanta has become the place where not only celebrities but every day regular folks go to get styled in the top brands in clothing. Reef also broke down the marketing strategy he used adding Internet personality and sensation, Queens NY native PUFF THE MAYOR (free him). I dont want to spoil it. This episode is not only action packed but inspiring to any young man trying to make it out the land of no hope. Tune in Instagram: @countyboy_spanks @nothingsnormalpodcast @greenleafmultimedia ‪@POLYMAFNETWORK‬ @pricetagreef @pricetag.atl