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In this weeks hilarious episode of 'What Was I Made For?', Shaun & Rach welcome their best pal and charismatic rapper Black Prez, aka Josh Madry. This episode delves into Josh's fascinating journey from aspiring NFL player to prolific rapper with seamless transitions between Colorado and Berlin. Along with tales of his rise in the music industry, expect hilarious anecdotes, behind-the-scenes stories of freestyle sessions, his YouTube days, and even his memorable role as the master of ceremonies at Shaun and Rachael's wedding. Josh's infectious personality and insightful reflections make this an engaging episode, not just for music aficionados but anyone chasing a dream. Don’t miss Josh grappling with the big question to cap it all: 'What Was I Made For?' Grab yourself an official 'What Was I Made For?' mug: https://whatwasimadefor.bigcartel.com/ Don’t miss out on exclusive content and updates by following us on: Instagram: @whatwasimadeforpod TikTok: @whatwasimadeforpod YouTube: @whatwasimadeforpod Send us your thoughts and questions at [email protected] Hosted by: Shaun & Rachael Reynolds Music by: Black Prez & Shaun Reynolds © What Was I Made For? is a Reynolds Studios Inc. LLP Production 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:50 Meet Black Prez: The Rapper from Berlin 01:52 Black Prez's Musical Journey Begins 04:36 From Football Dreams to Music Aspirations 08:36 The Birth of Black Prez 17:37 College Life and Musical Hustle 21:48 Navigating the Music Industry 26:04 Social Media and YouTube Era 28:30 Life in a Content Creator House 29:50 Struggles of Making Money on YouTube 32:38 Transition to Commercial Music 34:50 Music Placements in Popular Media 36:34 Memorable Moments and Personal Stories 49:18 Encouragement for Aspiring Creators 53:02 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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This episode was published on November 13, 2024.

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