We're back and better than before with special guest HateSonny! Sonny and I go way back to story of how we met, he takes us through his general creative process, we talk about his upcoming EP 'AGNB' before getting into some tangents about sports and food. Follow Sonny on IG and Twitter: @hatesonny Follow High Life on twitter @onhighlife and IG @thatsonhighlife Follow Dro In The Wind on IG and Twitter: @drointhewind_

On today’s episode, we talk with Pablo Trees, the artist behind Pabs Prints. In our first after hours special, we get extra spicy talking about the new Demon Slayer movie, why doge coin is a scam, get sidetracked with discussing capitalism vs Marxism, and what it means to stay true to your passion. This was my favorite recording yet and I hope you enjoy! 2:00- Who is Pablo Trees? 7:30- What it means it give back and going on a tangent about capitalism vs Marxism 26:00- What defines an anime? 30:00- Demon Slayer, following your passion, and not seeking outside validation 42:00- The meaning behind the Pig 52:30- Rapid Fire Questions and why you should invest in Pabs Prints Don’t forget to Like and Subscribe! Follow us in twitter and IG: @drointhewind_ Buy GOOD CRACK and support recently released inmates from Cook County jail: https://drointhewind.bandcamp.com/track/good-crack Follow Pabs on IG and Twitter: @pabsprints Visit his website: https://pabsprints.com/

Today’s guest is author and creator Kyra Horton. Kyra recently self-published her first poetry book titled “Cries of a Butterfly.” In our conversation, we discuss why she describes herself as a creator, her experience in self-publishing her own book, the importance of facing your fears, and much more! Time stamps below: 4:30- Who Is Kyra Horton, being fearless and finding balance between monetizing hobbies and doing hobbies for yourself 11:00- Kyra’s journey to self-publishing 16:20- The importance of gratitude 21:00- Reading of “Flow” 24:30- Reading of “instrument” and the importance of kindness 33:00- Kyra’s spiritual journey and her relationship with God 40:00- Her experience in Louder Than A Bomb (The World’s Largest Poetry Slam competition), and the difference between living in Chicago and Arizona 50:00- Film, Photography, and balance as the key to life 58:00- Rapid Fire questions Don’t forget to Like and Subscribe! Follow us in twitter and IG: @drointhewind_ Follow Kyra on ig: @kyratheecreator Buy her book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08XZM97PV/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_J3B8TJTXF0Q6QMEQZ2B6 Music- Damage Control by HateSonny

-Recorded in January 2021- On today’s episode, we talk to greenSLLIME, the self-proclaimed Monk of Beats & Blunts. As a producer/rapper/DJ extraordinaire, SLLIME shares the story of how he spoke touring with Redman & Method Man into existence just by selling an 8th to Mick Jenkins, his love for weed and Pokémon, and why all of his favorite rappers are the ones that always kept it real about being real. . This is an extra special episode, so kick back, relax, and light up a percy or 3 for the next two hours as you listen to our conversation just go with flow. . Follow us on IG and Twitter: @drointhewind_ Follow Sllime and be sure to check out his new album ‘Monk’ exclusively on Bandcamp:  IG and twitter- @sllime64  YouTube- greenSLLIME   Bandcamp- greenSLLIME  Song- “What I Want” by SLLIME & Qari

Today, we connect with musical artist Victor Internet. We caught up on his life since moving to LA from Chicago, what it’s like growing up on the internet, being intentional while community-building, and much more. Listen and be sure to like this video and follow our page! 0:30- Vibe check and who is Victor Internet? 11:30- living in LA, going back to your roots, and embracing nostalgia 22:00- how childhood interests snowball into life passions and battling with imposter syndrome 30:45- The Hedgehog’s Dilemma, being intentional with relationships and growing up on the internet 40:40- building community, making connections, and music origins 50:15- Fashion and anime tangents 1:00:00- Experience with psychedelics 1:07:30- Rapid fire questions, Cowboy Bebop appreciation and wrap-up . . . Follow us on IG and Twitter: @drointhewind_ . Follow Victor Twitter: @victorintrnt IG: @victorinternet Music: 2017 by Victor Internet

We did things a little different and decided to record live from the local corner store! We spoke with Mohammad Masoud, owner of La Estrella Mini-Mart, and chopped it up about our favorite anime, what it means to give back to the universe, and building from the ground up instead of seeking validation from above. Time stamps provided below:   3:00- straight weeb talk. 14:45- Islam, "The Straight Path,” and empowering the hood. 23:00- Living overseas in Jordan and Germany. 33:00- New York, the Nation of Islam, and Free Palestine til it's backwards. 39:00- Reminiscing on All-Star Weekend 2020. 54:00- The shop as a creative space for local artists and working with Joe Freshgoods. 1:07:30- Not needing validation from the mainstream, and build with the homies organically. 1:19:00- Tapping into your inner child. 1:22:00- Nader Ihmoud of Palestine in America stops by to say hi.   .   .    Follow us on IG and Twitter: @drointhewind_     Follow Mohammad and the shop on IG and Twitter: @7000wdiversey   Music by HateSonny

On today’s episode, we talk with Norma Vargas, the founder of Chicago based skincare company, Piel de Tierra. We discussed her business and vision to decolonize skincare, how we practice self-care and boundaries, and the importance of moving at your own pace. . . Follow us on:    IG and Twitter: @drointhewind Follow Norma on:  IG: @pieldetierraskincare and @pieldetierra  Music by: HateSonny

Welcome to the Dro In The Wind Podcast!!! Today we’re joined by Chicago-based music journalist Jack Riedy. We talk about his experience covering the different generations of Chicago music talent, our favorite projects of the year, the problem with the Grammys, and our mutual appreciation for Meg Thee Stallion.   .    .    Follow us on:     IG and Twitter: @drointhewind_     Follow Jack on:  IG: badgalriedy   Music by: HateSonny

Today we spend an episode decompressing from life. So come join us as we step into the void and talk about dealing with election season anxiety, ego death, and lessons we learned from Naruto. .   .   .   Follow us on:    IG and Twitter: @drointhewind_    Music by: HateSonny

Today we brought on Chicago producer and founder of  Chinza//Fly & Special Finish Rob Lyrical to discuss goals, anime, and awakening the third eye.    .   .   Follow us on:    IG and Twitter: @drointhewind_    Follow Rob Lyrical, Special Finish, and Chinza//Fly on:  IG: @roblyrical @specialfinishwins @chinzafly   Music by: Rob Lyrical & soundsbydj

Today we brought on Chicago creative and founder of Fourtune House Makafui Searcy to discuss creativity, what we’ve learned from psychedelic trips, and the importance of storytelling.   .   Follow us on:    IG and Twitter: @drointhewind_   Follow Makafui and Fourtune House on:   IG: @makafuisercy & @fourtunehouse   Music by: HateSonny- DAMAGE CONTROL

Today we brought on Chicago creative Isabel Bravo to discuss life, family, and repressed memories in an episode which appears to be a ballet of emotions. .  .   .   Follow us on:   IG and Twitter: @drointhewind_    Follow Isabel on:  IG: @trust.ur.instincts   Music by: HateSonny- DAMAGE CONTROL

Welcome to the Dro In The Wind Podcast!! Today we brought on Chicago rap duo Tony Santana and Aubry of the Stranded Civilians. We talked about their debut album Nirvana and delved deep into their view on life, spiritual growth, and love.  . . Follow us on:  IG and Twitter: @drointhewind_  Follow Stranded Civilians on: IG: @thestrandedcivilians Twitter: @strandedcivil  Music by: Stranded Civilians-ShoreThing Freestyle 

Welcome to the first episode of Dro In the Wind!!! I'm your host Alejandro Hernandez A.K.A Dro. The purpose of this podcast is to bring you genuine insight on my life and life in Chicago while also having fun talking about things like anime and rap

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Music by: HateSonny-DAMAGE CONTROL