Play Cousins

Since March is Women's History Month, we decided to celebrate the ladies. We had a conversation about Female MC's and their importance . For our two part covo , we asked MC Lish Speaks and Hip hop writer, Wisdom Body to join us. Contact us at Playcuz@gmail.com to be featured on an upcoming episode! Follow the hosts @ Lindsey India - @LindseyIndia
Jameer Pond - @ItsJameer Use #PlayCousins to join the conversation. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Since March is Women's History Month, we decided to celebrate the ladies. We had a conversation about Female MC's and their importance . For our two part covo , we asked MC Lish Speaks and Hip hop writer, Wisdom Body to join us. Contact us at Playcuz@gmail.com to be featured on an upcoming episode! Follow the hosts @ Lindsey India - @LindseyIndia
Jameer Pond - @ItsJameer Use #PlayCousins to join the conversation. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

This week, we talk the tragic life and death of Kalief Browder. We also conversed about the US prison system as a whole and its high retention rate. Contact us at Playcuz@gmail.com to be featured on an upcoming episode! Follow the hosts @ Lindsey India - @LindseyIndia Jameer Pond - @ItsJameer Use #PlayCousins to join the conversation. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

This week, Jameer and Lindsey were 'fed' by the Dinnerland fam. The Play Cousins were delighted to have Dinnerland Network creator, Shake and the 'first lady,' Alexa Leighton. Everyone had a good time talking about everything from creating content to balancing relationships while chasing dreams. Go to Dinnerland.tv to check out all their dope content. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

This weeek,(first of all LINDSEY's BACK)Play Cousins had the pleasure of talking to one of ESPN's senior publicists, Gianina Thompson. Gia has reached her many of her goals at the young age of 26. While we were proud of her, she seemed SO PERFECT and too good to be true. Well, she damn near is! Listen as we talk about career goals, basketball and relationship in this well rounded episode. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Episode Notes Part two of our encounter with Rocko and Sam switches gears a little bit. We got to know our friend Rocko a little bit more and talked about politics, love, dreams and aspirations. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

This week, we got a LITTLE BIT raunchy. While Lindsey was at Nelly concert, Jameer decided to let his 'inner hoe' shine. With guest host, Robin J, the podcast talked to Rocko(content creator, writer and formerly of The Rapfest) and Sam (of the Inner Hoe Uprising podcast) about the wonderful world of "hoe-ism." Contact us at Playcuz@gmail.com to be featured on an upcoming episode! Follow the hosts @ Lindsey India - @LindseyIndia Jameer Pond - @ItsJameer Use #PlayCousins to join the conversation.

This week on 'Play Cousins,' we were joined by the lovely and incredible Avielle Amor, who you certainly will recognize on most of your favorite beauty articles and features. From having her brand in Cosmopolitan, People Mag, Teen Vogue, and many more, Avielle has turned her beauty blogging passion into a full-time job. Telling us about her journey from her military beginnings, to branding herself from Youtube as an influencer, the Southern native drops some gems, skin regimes, and much more essential information. We also have another 'Lindsey's List,' so be sure to listen in for all of the greatness ahead.

For our 21st episode of 'Play Cousins,' we invited esteemed writer Carl Lamarre up to the studio to discuss a slew of topics. Carl is an esteemed writer in the game who has silently been providing some of the best penned pieces for Billboard, XXL, Complex, Pepsi, VIBE, HipHopDX, and more for almost the last decade. We dive into Carl's career and how he's been able to progress his resumé without the use of Twitter, as most journalists and writers have in the industry. We also get deep into our main topic, which talks about the friend zone, and what it's like to take someone out of it.

This week's 'Play Cousins' podcast brings on two amazing women in the field of film and entertainment. Lande Yoosuf is an author, executive producer, and casting agent who is currently working on her film, 'Privilege Unhinged,' which dives into racial inequality in the workplace. Our second guest, Lauren Quatavia, is an actress, model, and performer that you may recognize from a lot of her work in national commercials, Monica's 'Code Red' tour, photo shoots and more. She talks to us about her upcoming role in season 7 of 'The Walking Dead,' and where she hopes to take her acting career.

It's always a great time when we can get fellow podcasters on the show. This week, we were joined by the Word of Mouth Radio crew. After hearing how they formed into one of the most prominent and popular shows in NYC, we talked all things Hip hop. In an exciting (nearly hour long) conversation, you get to hear us dissect Hip hop's "top tier" all the way down to what was considered "trash."

Don't get it confused! It's still Play Cousins ALL DAY (Gang, Gang, Gang)but we've added a new feature called #LindseysList. For our first joint, we wanted to dissect the top five songs from the late, great Notorious BIG. Let us know is Lindsey's list valid or trash!

We're back after a week's break, and we had a lot to talk about for our 18th episode. We brought on Irv of Quantum Leap Fitness to discuss all things fitness, wellness, and health, as well as his own brand, his bootcamp series, and his web series with Robin J, 'Lift The Fork.' Later on, we dive into a new weekly segment titled 'Lindsey's List,' where we debate our favorite Biggie tracks of all-time.

Part two of our conversation with Rap Radar's Photographer, Calligrafist explores his eclectic career. Caligrafist, while a dope photographer, explains he fell in this profession by accident. He also talked about growing up as a devoted Muslim and his clothing line.

In a prolific two part episode, Play Cousins was pleased to have Rap Radar's photographer and clothing designer, Calligrafist. We went in depth into the story of his life and journey as a man, but we wanted to first get his opinion on this years presidential election and America's selection of Donald Trump. As a Black man and a devoted Muslim, Calligrafist added some very interesting opinions to this weeks show. Part two will be out soon!

On this week's episode of Play Cousins, we had a packed house of special guests who shared tons of amazing stories, dropped all kinds of gems, and shared a lot of laughs. Alley Olivier, created the inspiring brand, Brooklyn Buttah, discussed getting her journalism start, to running her own team. Thomas Knox may seem like a familiar face, but his Date While You Wait campaign has taken off to being more than just a fun subway distraction. The ladies of We Come From Queens also joined us, who talked to us about their podcast journey and what it's been like to use their voices for something positive.

This week's episode of Play Cousins, we decided to honor two of our favorite fellow hustlers/peers in this digital media game; Funny Julius and Cleverly Chloe. Both discussed how they were able to bob and weave through obstacles they've been through on the come-up. While funny, our guests left us with the impression that if you want to succeed in life, DON'T QUIT! Cliché, but one of life's greatest lessons! Stay blessed and enjoy!

If you're an emerging artist looking to get a start in the music business, THIS is the show for you! Jameer sat down with Artist Republic Consulting Group (comprised of entrepreneurs Asantewaa Ricks and Kentay Williams) to talk about the in's and out's of the Hip-hop business. The three conversed about many things including management practices, strategies and artist timing. If you want more information about Ricks and Williams, check out their website: artistrepubliccg.com.

This week, while Lindsey was making her dreams come true, Jameer decided to pay tribute to an old friend. Tommy Mikal Ford from the hit sitcom 'Martin,' passed away at the age of 52. The show decided to celebrate his life and 90s sitcoms with guests and fellow podcaster's, Chilligans Island. If your a Martin fan, this is the episode for you!

On this episode of 'Play Cousins,' we invited some very special guests up to join us for an extremely informative conversation on the #BlackLivesMatter movement, how to get involved in changing your community, and some truths behind our justice system. Civil Rights Advocate, Carlene Pinto, is the Immigration Advocacy Manager for the New York Immigration Coalition, and spit tons of educational gems, while Monique, co-host of We Come From Queens, gave us her candid thoughts on what it means to be an minority woman in this country today.