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Tues. Aug. 5th, 2025 | Providence is full of wave makers and trendsetters who don’t just bring the cool, they care about community, culture, and giving back.
This week, we had designer & curator Jota and journalist & podcaster Victor Báez pull up to talk about their latest collaboration with idea originator PartywithRami: Un Corito Sano, a fundraising party going down Friday, Aug. 8th in Providence.
They get into the heart behind the event, the joy of Dominican culture, and what it means to say Dominicans are Black. We also get into Love Island racism, RIPTA being under threat (save public transit!), Tiffany Haddish & Jason Lee going half on a baby (?!), our pick for song of the summer, and more.
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Tues. May. 7th, 2025 | Undeafeated Champion Victor Reynoso visits the station to talk about his upcoming fight at Foxwoods May 10th The Championship Jackpot Fight presented by CES Boxing. Reynoso talks about his crazy diet, staying out of romantic relationships & locking in.
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Tues. Apr. 22nd, 2025 |Pop News: Ryan Coogler's Sinners Movie, Ms. Tina's Secret is Out, Best Women Guest Verses in Hip-Hop | Local News: Remi TV Influencer Awards | Love Report Topic of The Day: Reciprocity in Love | New Music & more.
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On this episode we have film maker Steven Luna who talks about how much his mind and perspective has shifted since he started making art and losing a pilar in his life in the process of learning the art of film making and photography. We talk about his latest project "Fiebre" a shor documentary dedicated to Elevate Baseball Academy in Dominican Republic following the work and passion of the coashes and the players. Luna also talks about shedding the desire to be validated through accolades and creating work that is selfless and serves the people he is telling stories about. Then he goes on to talk about how he found his wife and thinking about marrying her just a month of meeting her. Another dope conversation with an ordinary person, doing extraordinary things.---Steven Luna is an award-winning filmmaker, director, and photographer whose work has screened at international film festivals and exhibitions. His 2024 short doc 'Fiebre' won Best Documentary Short at the Oklahoma Cine Latino Film Festival and screened at the 41st Chicago Latino Film Festival. His photography was selected by a Guggenheim Museum curator for the 103rd Annual Bendheim Exhibit, and he’s received RISCA grants for both writing and photography.Steven was Co-Producer and First AD on 'Playland' (2023), which premiered at IFFR and Tribeca, and is the Co-Partner and Lead Director of Photography at DominiRican Productions. He also founded De Cerca Films and co-launched Ojo y Alma in 2025 with fellow artists Noemi Gonzalez and Joel Farias Godinez Jr.A proud Dominican-American, Steven holds an MFA from Emerson College and has taught at ICA Boston, AS220, Rhode Island College, and more. His storytelling is soulful, people-centered, and rooted in uplifting underrepresented voices through film.Follow Steven Luna on IG https://www.instagram.com/stevenbluna/ Follow De Cerca Production Company on IG https://www.instagram.com/decercafilms/Visit the website: https://stevenluna.com/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAacNfCw0luZkHrCB669_pVMTa-yT32nlaAKJt_GniwhwcoGDOW4acng-zPnU6Q_aem_UUwUCD-1ABEbBdJ_lsdj5A ---In the Dominican Republic, baseball isn’t just a sport—it’s life.FIEBRE follows teen Derrick Aquino and others at Elevate Baseball Academy as they chase MLB dreams with relentless drive, sacrificing family time and carrying generational hopes.En República Dominicana, el béisbol no es solo un deporte; es vida.FIEBRE sigue a Derrick Aquino y otros jóvenes en la Academia Elevate mientras persiguen sus sueños con pasión y sacrificio, buscando llegar a las grandes ligas. ---Steven Luna - FIEBRE StatementAWARD WINNER - BEST DOCUMENTARY SHORT FILM - 11th Annual Oklahoma Cine LatinoFilm FestivalOFFICIAL SELECTION - 41st Annual Chicago Latino Film FestivalOFFICIAL SELECTION - Big Apple Film FestivalOFFICIAL SELECTION - NSP Latiné Shorts Film FestivalOFFICIAL SELECTION - 15th Annual Latino & Native American Film Festival
Tues. Feb. 18th, 2023 |Pop News: Jay-Z Sues Lawyer Buzbee; Wendy Williams Celebrates Her Dad; First On-Court Emcee at NBA All-Star| Local News: Classical High School Renovations; New Shelter For The Homeless & more | Love Report Topic of The Day: Teach Men To Be Just as Cautious as Women | New Music & more.
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In this episode, comedian and actress Jaylin Eaves breaks down her journey from the smallest state to the biggest stage—Hollywood. With her hilarious energy, she’s making waves, chasing dreams, and hitting milestones that keep her hungry for more. This convo is all about chasing dreams, staying hungry, and making Hollywood take notice. Tap in for laughs, hustle, and straight-up motivation! 🎙️✨ Ordinary people. Real stories. Big sparks. This podcast is all about the people who keep the world lit. 👉Follow Jaylin Eaves on IG / thejaylineaves 👉Follow Cristina on IG / cristinasev_ Subscribe to keep up with stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things Stream the podcasts everywhere you stream podcasts Follow on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1lguBBp... Rate & Review on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Follow on IG / sparkuppod Support The Spark Up Podcast https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh... https://linktr.ee/sparkuppodcast#Comedy #Standupcomedy #JaylinEaves
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🎙 Mid-Day Spark Up – Tuesday, December 23rd, 2024!
Join Cristina Sev and PartywithRami LIVE on WBRU360 & Spark Up Podcast for an hour filled with popular topics, local buzz, The Love Report & New Music
💬 Segments Include:
1️⃣ Pop News – J. Cole’s Forest Hills Drive 10th anniversary, Mariah Carey’s rumored romance, and Burna Boy dating Chloe Bailey—plus the latest drama with Stefflon Don, Youtube's new rule and more!
2️⃣ Local & U.S. News – Real Housewives of Rhode Island and a convo about Noche Buena (Christmas Eve.) vs. Christmas Day traditions.
3️⃣ The Love Report – Should you reach out to an ex during the holidays?
4️⃣ New Music & Wrap-Up – Top 3 singles, new projects, and closing thoughts to carry you through the week.
🎶 Catch the vibes every Tuesday from 12 PM to 1 PM starting on Jan. 7th 2025 on 101.1 FM, the WBRU360 app, or other outlets!
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Author Flavia Albert pulls up to WBRU360 to talk about her first children’s book, Lou’s New Trick!
Flavia keeps it real about how her two energetic boys and her background in behavioral health and education inspired this fun and intentional story. She breaks down the story behind Lou’s playful personality and the life lessons packed into the book—patience, self-control, and showing love to others. Plus, we get into parenting, Flavia's upbringing the creative process, how this debut came to life, and what’s next for her as an author. Live Recording From: Dec. 17th
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In this episode, we sit down with a trailblazer Juan Carter in the nonviolence movement who has dedicated his life to transforming communities and breaking cycles of violence. He opens up about the challenges and triumphs of his career, shares powerful stories of impact, and reflects on how he balances his family at work and his family at home. It's a conversation about purpose, partnership, and the power of peace that will inspire you to see the world—and relationships—in a whole new light.
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"The Story of a Nonviolence OG"
Meet Longston, the mastermind behind the highest-selling live vintage shop on Whatnot and the creator of New England’s biggest vintage market, Faded Show. With a passion for streetwear, rare finds, and curating unforgettable experiences, Longston’s journey is a masterclass in hustle and creativity. This episode dives into his rise from the grind to greatness—a must-listen for fashion nerds, hustlers, and anyone obsessed with the art of vintage.
Faded Show's next event is on November 30th in Providence, RI with over 75+ vendors for vintage clothing streetwear, and more with DJs, live music and more. For tickets visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/faded-vintage-holiday-market-tickets-1059090019759?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAab06kb_AUOCBuWvEDHo701JzCUhj-2YIrc6AYY3i6n7AmlMwTgeu8TVOhw_aem_W8cLRPNlfIKcCQUHY6cRCw
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"Building a Vintage Empire: From Rare Finds to New England’s Biggest Market"
The Spark Up Podcast is back after a year and a half! Cristina and Rubanz take a trip down memory lane, reliving the highs, the laughs, and the moments that got real. Things get emotional, and Cristina Sev drops a major update—same vibe, new direction. Tune in for the raw, unfiltered conversations you’ve been waiting for! Subscribe to keep up with stories of ordinary people doing extraordinary things https://www.youtube.com/@UC1FdcDgoZTuS3Ab-CO9aGSg Stream the podcasts everywhere you stream podcasts Follow on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1lguBBp4q5OfW5Z2nCOGRs Rate & Review on Apple Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spark-up-podcast/id1160574032 Follow on IG https://www.instagram.com/sparkuppod/ Follow Cristina Sev on IG https://www.instagram.com/cristinasev_/ Follow Rubanz on IG https://www.instagram.com/cristinasev_/ Support The Spark Up Podcast https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sparkupod/support https://linktr.ee/sparkuppodcast
Friends of the show Debby B. and Mtwo are having a hard time pronouncing Vice President Kamala Harris' last name.
In this episode, our journalist and friend of the show Ashlee Reyes pulls up to the PVD Fest set to chop it up about what had her annoyed about the Kendrick vs. Drake drama. We dive into the guilty pleasure of blasting ratchet hip-hop, debate if Iggy's is seriously overhyped, and vibe on what Rhode Island's missing & more.
Get ready for some unfiltered convo with Gen, Darren, and Bim from the Please Delete This Podcast! 🎙️ They’re breaking down the hot topics—dissecting the current Mayor of Providence, dreaming up what Rhode Island and PVD Fest need to bring back, and debating whether Cardi B’s career is on ice. Oh, and don’t miss their take on the ultimate song of the summer. 🎶🔥
This episode is packed with raw takes, dope insights, and the kind of banter you’ll want to replay. Hit play and vibe with us!
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The 4 founding hosts get together to talk about PVD Culture, Drake vs. Kendrick, and the possibility of coming back together.
Tues. Sept. 19th, 2023 | Pop News: BET Awards; Saint West Flips The Bird; Halle Berry is Mad at Drake; | Local News: Rhode Island’s Storm System is Messed Up; PVDonuts Up For Sale | Love Report Topic of The Day: How to Deal with a Break Up | New Music & more.
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