In this episode of Rodes Live, we take it back to the foundation — celebrating one of hip-hop’s true pioneers, Curtis Blow. Rodes dives into the legacy of the first rapper to sign a major record deal and the artist who helped turn rap into a global movement. Rodes shares his personal story about meeting Curtis Blow, reflecting on the influence of “The Breaks,” not just as a hit record, but as a metaphor for life’s ups and downs. From groundbreaking achievements to real-life lessons, this episode connects the spirit of hip-hop history with the resilience it takes to handle “the breaks” that come your way. Tune in for reflections, real talk, and a salute to one of the greats who made the culture what it is today. 🎧 Available Now: 👉 www.rodesonline.net 👉 linktr.ee/rodes 👉 Streaming on all major platforms! Hashtags: #RodesLivePodcast #CurtisBlow #TheBreaks #HipHopHistory #Pioneer #RapLegends #OldSchoolHipHop #RodesLive #RodesOnline #HipHopCulture #GoldenEraRap #PodcastLifeReadless
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Episode-262 Everyday Jay
In this episode of Rodes Live, Rodes sits down with Everyday Jay of ILLANOiZE Radio for a deep dive into the ups, downs, and behind-the-scenes of radio, music promotion, and label/artist relationships.Linktr.ee/Rodes or www.rodesonline.netInstagram/Illanoize#RodesLive #RadioBusiness #HipHop #Indiepromo #BDS #indiepromo #ArtistLabelPromotion #Podcast #MusicIndustry
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Episode-261 Butta
In this week’s episode of Rodes Live, I take you back to 1988—the year I purchased my very first car. Ride with me as I share the story of what it meant to be a young man in the late 80s, experiencing true freedom after buying my first whip. From the pride of ownership to the memories that came with it, this episode is all about growth, independence, and the smooth ride we all remember as our “Butta.”🎧 Tune in and take this nostalgic trip through hip-hop culture, coming of age, and first experiences that shaped the man I became.🔗 Connect with me:🌍 Website: www.rodesonline.net🌱 All Links: Linktr.ee/Rodes #RodesLive #Podcast #Butta #FirstCarStories #HipHopCulture #1980sVibes #ComingOfAge #RodesOnline #FreedomRide #CarStories
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Episode-260 A Dub
In this special milestone episode, Rodes reflects on the 20th anniversary of his debut album The Huntside — the project that started it all. He shares stories from the recording process, the grind of independent music in the early 2000s, and what the album means to him two decades later. Rodes also talks about creeping up on 5 years of podcasting, the lessons learned from building Rodes Live, and how both journeys connect through hustle, passion, and perseverance. To mark the occasion, Rodes is dropping an exclusive 20-year anniversary The Huntside T-shirt, giving fans and supporters a way to wear the legacy. This episode is about music, milestones, and making history—tap in and celebrate!🔗 Linktr.ee/Rodes • www.rodesonline.net Start your Podcast today https://rss.com/?via=RodesLive#Hashtags#RodesLivePodcast #TheHuntside #20YearAnniversary #HipHopHistory #IndieHipHop #AlbumAnniversary #PodcastMilestone #5YearsPodcasting #ExclusiveMerch #HipHopLegacy #RodesLive #MusicJourney
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Episode-259 "It's Live" with Alvin Franklin
This episode, Rodes sits down with Alvin Franklin to talk about the realities of building a vision from the ground up. We discuss the pitfalls of launching a major project, navigating setbacks, and what it truly means to sit in the CEO chair.Alvin shares how tough executive decisions are made, the weight of responsibility when steering a team, and the mindset shifts required to go from dreamer to doer. From leadership challenges to learning moments, this conversation is packed with real talk for entrepreneurs, creatives, and anyone taking big risks to make their goals a reality.Leadership isn’t for the faint of heart—this episode tells you why.🔗 Linktr.ee/Rodes • www.rodesonline.net Start your Podcast today https://rss.com/?via=RodesLive#Hashtags#RodesLivePodcast #ItsLiveWithAlvinFranklin #CEOStory #EntrepreneurLife #BusinessLeadership #ExecutiveDecisions #ProjectPitfalls #BusinessMindset #StartupJourney #LeadershipLessons #IndieEntrepreneur #SuccessAndStruggle #BusinessGrowth #RodesLive
This podcast is about Urban culture, Hip-Hop, Independent Music and Entrepreneurs. #hiphop #rap #indie #entrepenure Become a supporter of this podcast:
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