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#899 The Dayton Dance Initiative Goes Virtual
The coronavirus pandemic has altered everyone’s lives in various ways, but few have been affected more than performing artists. The professional dancers with the Dayton Dance Initiative had to cancel their in person performance this spring,
#898 Storyteller – Kyleen Downes
Guitarist/songwriter Kyleen Downes has chosen music as her way to interact with the world. Her songs are sonically approachable and remind you of scanning the radio dial in search of a companion on a long road trip.
#897 Will McKelvey discusses why Dayton could be the “answer”
In this episode, we are joined by Will McKelvey – a native Daytonian and Chaminade Julienne graduate who is currently working in the U.S. House of Representatives in Washington D.C. Will recently wrote an op-ed in the Dayton Daily News about how Dayton...
#896 You Can’t Make This Up #RollerCoaster
The fellas break down the Nick Cannon situation from his comments, being fired Viacom, his apology. DMX vs Snoop in the Verzuz battle! Did Tory Lanez shoot Megan The Stallion? Plus, thoughts on the two new Drake & DJ KHALED records,
#895 Storyteller – Charlie & Amanda – King and Queen of Dayton Country
Our host @TheIzzyRock had a conversation with Charlie and Amanda Jackson about what their childhood smelled like, the origin of the group, and their new album, The King and Queen of Dayton Country. Charlie Jackson teams up with his wife Amanda in this ...
#894 Get to know writer Mathew Klickstein, and why he moved to Dayton
Multi-platform storyteller Mathew Klickstein and his wife Becky recently moved to Dayton, with no relatives here or prior ties. They selected Dayton to move to specifically when looking for a place to live that was cool, vibrant, affordable,
#893 You Can’t Make This Up #ENTANGLEMENT
The fellas are BACK with reaction to Jada & Will’s Red Table Talk about her ENTANGLEMENT with August Alsine! T.I. vs 50 Cent verzuz battle? Plus, lots on NBA Bubble talk, Ye for President, and MASK ON in level 3 counties in Ohio, and much more!
#892 Storyteller – Verses the MC
Verses the MC stopped by to chat with @theizzyrock Who is Verses the MC? Well, he’s a lyricist, a father, a leader, a motivator, an innovative thinker and last but not least, a student of his craft. Inspiring people to persevere through the struggle th...
#891 Re-Imagining America
In this episode, we learn more about Re-Imagining America is a new citizen-driven initiative looking to build a better, more equitable Dayton and they want your participation! The initiative is a group effort backed by The Collaboratory.
#890 You Can’t Make This Up #Namaste
The fellas take on a 31-day yoga challenge, review Monday’s Verzuz battle between Fab and Jada, predictions for Ozark’s last season, and thoughts about August Alsine and Jada’s relationship! Plus, much more!