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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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 inInstagram:@countyboy_spanks@nothingsnormalpodcast @greenleafmultimedia ‪@POLYMAFNETWORK‬ @pricetagreef@pricetag.atl

1 hr 41 min

EP. 73: Born Legacy Ft. GBA Tailz

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 GBA Tailz straight out the 9 more specifically Greenburgh NY in Westchester. During this episode we dove into a multitude of topics. Tailz broke down the side of Greenburgh he grew up in and what separated that area from the rest of the town. GBA Tailz detailed the loss of his mother, Tami Foster and how that affected his life positively and negatively. He talked about how important family is to him and how that helped any bad circumstances he faced. “From hoop dreams to federal nightmares” is pretty self explanatory so tune in and watch as we peel back the layers of the life of someone i consider a brother. Since being released from 2 short bids in prison, Tailz has graduated with his bachelor’s degree, launched a successful clothing brand and has got into real estate. Tune in. You’re not going to want to miss this.Instagram:@countyboy_spanks@nothingsnormalpodcast @greenleafmultimedia @sturdyway_tailz@grindbuildachieve_apparel

56 min

EP. 72: 22 Bones feat Marcus Stokes

This episode is brought to you by Green Leaf Mutli Media 🍃Welcome back yall. We are back giving our supporters dope, raw and authentic conversations where we dive deep into the past, present and future of our guest. Today’s episode we sat down with Marcus Stokes honing out of Greenburgh NY. Marcus Stokes is 1/2 of the infamous music group, 21 Grams. He stopped by to talk about releasing his first solo album “22 Bones”. The name of the album says enough but the origin takes to another level. Marcus Stokes and I discuss energy, recently getting into poetry with fellow Greenburgh artist and poet Jamal Sage Pedro. The 2 both have found a new hobby that isn’t just a hobby but a breath of fresh air. Soul soothing it is. Marcus Stokes has a very layered personality that you are just going to have to pick up as you watch. Tune in and try your hardest to grasp a moment of the frequency. If you do, give us a like 👍 Instagram:@countyboy_spanks@nothingsnormalpodcast @greenleafmultimedia @polymafnetwork@_marcus_stokes

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EP. 71: BORN Feat. Double

This episode is brought to you by Green Leaf Mutli Media 🍃Welcome back yall. We are back giving our supporters dope, raw and authentic conversations where we dive deep into the past, present and future of our guest. Today’s episode we sat down with Double aka WhyNot aka Nile honing out of White Plains New York. Double is a life long musician and is releasing his new album titled “Born” September 1. During our conversation we covered all ground. If you know the history of the area, then you know. If you don’t, you will soon find out. Double was an open book. He spoke on everything from the early days of the legendary crew “Militant” to getting married at just 21 years of age. Double has a plethora of depth and painted us a nice picture of his story for the viewers. Tune in. You’re not going to want to miss this. One time for them ones who stood tall for their communities 🫡#music #hiphop #energy #solid #whiteplains #greenburgh #westchester #914 #county #double #born Instagram:@countyboy_spanks@nothingsnormalpodcast @greenleafmultimedia @polymafnetwork@ynotdouble

46 min

EP 70: Eye of the Lama ft. Len Lama

This episode is brought to you by Green Leaf Mutli Media 🍃Welcome back to another special episode of Nothings Normal. Tonight’s episode we caught up with Len Lama coming out of New Rochelle NY in Westchester county. Lama is not only a music artist & videographer but a true visionary. During our conversation we dove into his life and the experiences that shaped his life today. Lama has an extensive catalog in both music and shooting videos as he plans on releasing a new project in June titled “Eye Of The Lama”. Lama has done a lot of work behind the camera and has worked with some well established people and brands. We also covered his relationship of the young legend Boogie aka Boogie Nation. Lama spoke on how they met, their friendship and the documentary he is dedicating to him as well. Tune in. We did this one for the 9! Instagram:@countyboy_spanks@nothingsnormalpodcast @greenleafmultimedia ⁠ ‪@POLYMAFNETWORK‬ @eyeofthelama

50 min

Ep. 69 "Just Jay" ft. Aajaylah Hill

This episode is brought to you by Green Leaf Mutli Media 🍃Welcome back to another special episode of Nothings Normal. Tonight’s episode we caught up with Aajaylah, host of the “Just Jay Podcast”, honing out of Long Island NY. Aajaylah is an aspiring “judge” who has also pivoted part of her focus into building a platform for men and women to dive deep into their personal journey in hopes to inspire others to keep going after their purpose despite the hurdles life comes with. We spoke on a wide range of topics relevant to not just women but men as well. Aajaylah spoke on everything from being raised in a 2 parent household to finishing college & the what truly goes into it outside of studies such as long distance relationships, collegiate distractions & the importance of having a disciplined mindset being a woman. I can’t tell you everything here so make sure you tune inInstagram:@countyboy_spanks@nothingsnormalpodcast @greenleafmultimedia ‪@POLYMAFNETWORK‬ @aajaylahh ‪@JustJayPodcast‬

26 min

Ep. 68 Faegos Feat. Daniel Barrera

This episode is brought to you by Green Leaf Mutli Media 🍃Welcome back to another special episode of Nothings Normal. Tonight’s episode we (Greenburgh NY) went next door (Elmsford NY) to talk to Daniel Barrera, a young, ex-basketball player who has pivoted his vison and creative lenz towards clothing. As our audience should know by now, we at Nothing’s Normal like to start the stories of our guest from the beginning. Transparent testimonies are very meaningful and conducive when it comes to inspiration. Daniel opens up about being diagnosed with ADHD as a child and making the bold decision to stop taking his prescribed medication and face it organically. Through his journey, Daniel decided to put his creative cylinders to work and started his own clothing brand, FAEGOS. Tune in to find out what exactly FAEGOS is about and what to expect.Instagram:@countyboy_spanks@nothingsnormalpodcast @greenleafmultimedia @danielbarrerq@faegos_

1 hr 4 min

Ep. 67 Beyond the Badge Ft. Jason Lacayo

This episode is brought to you by Green Leaf Mutli Media 🍃Welcome back to another special episode of Nothings Normal. Today’s conversion was with Westchester’s own Jason Lacayo aka Jumpmanjay. Jason is a city of White Plains detective of almost 20 years from Yonkers NY. We caught up with him not only to discuss his achievements in law enforcement, his plan after retirement, but the story before any of it. Jason dives deep into his life including being first generation American as his family’s roots start in Honduras. The man behind the podcasts, the quotes, the daily affirmations and motivational speeches given, we gain clarity and get the verbal visual of the source of his energy. We are all inspired by someone. Jason’s inspiration list is very long and his story is similar to all he inspires and that’s what we are all about. That is what we all have in common. Tune in. You’re not gonna want to miss this 🔥#yonkers #newyork #westchester #914 #cop #lawenforcement #immigrant #struggle #trials #tribulations #journey #family #nypd #thelox #bronx #trauma #fitness #podcast #unity #collaboration #goals #mensmentalhealth #therapy Instagram:@countyboy_spanks@nothingsnormalpodcast @greenleafmultimedia @therealjumpmanjay

1 hr 1 min

Ep. 66 "Its Just Work" Feat. Jimmy Drago

This episode is brought to you by Green Leaf Mutli Media 🍃Welcome back to another special episode of Nothings Normal. Today we caught up with Yonkers native Jimmy Drago. Man, where do we start? This wasnt an ordinary interview, it was a true testimony. You guys know our motto by now, we start our stories from the beginning and work our way to today. Jimmy dove into the loss of his father at the young age of 15 and how that started his drug addiction. Since then, he is now married, 15 years sober and on the cuffs of seeing his dream as a professional mixed martial arts fighter come into fruition. Jimmy trains out of Animals gym located in his hometown of Yonkers NY as he looks to get an opportunity in the UFC’s Contender series. Tune in. This one here is special.#yonkers #newyork #westchester #914 #mma #martialarts #family #struggle #trials #triumph #addition #recovery #journey #sobriety #ufc #contender #danawhite #animal #boxing #wrestling #brazilianjiujitsu #muaythai #kickboxing