YOGI CALHOON Hustling, Music, Money, Tours and more 🎙️ | W.Y.A.U Podcast Ep. 30

Send us Fan MailThe Town is officially in the building, and the game is strictly uncut! 🌉😤The Wake Yo Ass Up Podcast is back with another heavy-hitting episode. This week, Mr. Carterblock sits down for an exclusive, unfiltered interview with Yogi Calhoon. We are stripping away the industry politics and getting straight to the real—talking about the reality of the independent hustle, staying authentic to your roots, and what it takes to navigate the streets and the business world at the same time.If you are an independent artist, entrepreneur, or just someone who respects the real grind, you need to tune in and take notes. Strictly Town Business!What was the hardest piece of game Yogi dropped in this interview? Let us know in the comments below! 👇 Make sure to hit that SUBSCRIBE button and turn on notifications 🔔 for more exclusive sit-downs, real rap talk, and behind-the-scenes content.[00:00] - Intro: Welcome Yogi Calhoon[00:30] - Growing Up in 98th Brookfield Village (Deep East Oakland)[04:13] - Navigating the Streets Being the Son of a Boss[08:51] - Moving to Hayward & Learning the Grind[15:23] - The Early Introduction to the Music Game[20:04] - First Rap Project & Starting to Market His Brand[22:39] - Linking Up with The Regime & Lil Key[27:00] - Meeting Shy Town (Before He Was Pretty Black)[29:50] - The Freestyling Car Rides & Building The Hungry Fam Project[33:58] - Releasing "Hate Me Now" & Raw Records/Al Keys[38:02] - The Connection with the Mob Figaz (Jacka, Husalah, Rydah)[41:27] - The Reality of Street & Industry Politics[46:00] - Addressing Fake Energy in the Business[54:02] - Reconnecting with Tech N9ne & X-Raided (Blockstar)[55:27] - The Importance of Independence & Avoiding "Rap Niggas"[58:00] - Becoming a Brand: Merch, Touring, & The Upcoming Project[59:38] - What 712 Records Means (7 Days, 12 Months)Follow the Guest:Instagram: @yogi_calhoon Support the Movement:⚡️ Fuel Your Grind: Grab the official Wake Yo Ass Up Energy Drink at Wakeyoassupproductions.com🌐 Watch full episodes, secure official merch, and book your Promo Packages: Wakeyoassupproductions.com📱 Follow the Hustle on Instagram: @wakeyoassupproductions_ & @wake_yo_ass_up_podcast 🐦 Follow us on X: @wakeyoassuppodProduced by: Wake Yo Ass Up Productions LLC#YogiCalhoon #WakeYoAssUpPodcast #MrCarterblock #TownBusiness #BayAreaHipHop"Yo, before we even get into this episode, I need you to do one thing: Wake. Yo. Ass. Up. We are back with another one, dropping gems, talking real talk, and putting you on game. Stick around because this conversation goes crazy. Let’s dive in."Berners Cookies Sf Sponsor WYAU PodcastCookies SF is a lifestyle & streetwear brand founded in 2011 by SF rapper & entrepreneur Berner. "Quick break. You already know we keep the fridge stocked in the studio. If you're dragging right now, you need to get your hands on the Wake Yo Ass Up energy drink. It’s what keeps this podcast moving and keeps the whole team locked in. Clean energy, zero crash, just straight focus.  Wake Yo Ass Up Energy DrinkFuel your independent hustle with the official W.Y.A.U Energy Drink. Real Town Business in a can! "You just survived another episode of the Wake Yo Ass Up Podcast. Massive shoutout to our guest, and a massive shoutout to you for tuning in. Make sure you're subscribed on YouTube, Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your audio. Hit the comments, let us know who we need to bring to the mic next. Keep the energy high. Wake Yo Ass Up. Peace."Berners Cookies Sf Sponsor WYAU PodcastCookies SF is a lifestyle & streetwear brand founded in 2011 by SF rapper & entrepreneur Berner.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showSubscribe Now To Wake Yo Ass Up Podcast On YouTube Come Visit WakeYoAssUpProductions.com For More Exclusive Content.