NYC Culture Report With Young Atlas

On the latest episode of Harlem Talks 4 Real the team discussed: Donald Trump, recent shootings in Harlem, Bernice Burgos, the difference in raising children today, and much more!

Harlem rapper Diki Daytona sat down with Prez to discuss: growing up in Harlem, his latest project, going to Howard, and more! Check out the youtube link below for the video version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gU4xahtqNkw

Prez had the pleasure of sitting down with the legendary Raina Simone to discuss: her latest album "Old Soul New Conscience", HBCUs, her interests outside of music and more! Check out the youtube video in the link below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d6U29J2SDGk

Queen had the pleasure of sitting down with Florida rapper Mia Snow to discuss; her career, why she loves NYC, her relationship status, growing up in group homes and much more!

Prez, Alpheaus Marcus, Harlem4Real, and Kai bring you Harlem Talks 4 Real. A platform to discuss issues in the Black community, pop culture, and Harlem. In episode 1, the group talked: Mayor Eric Adams, P. Diddy, Dame Dash, and some of the biggest problems we must work on in the Black community/Harlem. Check out the video version on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3ntRYTxnaY&t=1146s

Luc Stephen sat down with Prez to discuss: how he changed his life, producing movies in 2024, some of his big plans, and how he is creating an entertainment empire. Check out the video version on youtube in the link below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jY3cgpsJwzM

We had the honor of sitting down with the legendary Charles B. Rangel: former congressman, member of the "Gang of Four", long time Harlem resident, and legend. We discussed: Columbia's protest, Black people leaving NYC, housing crisis, Harlem on the Hudson and much more!

Kiya Minx sat down with Adavie at the Young Atlas studio to discuss her career and how she began to fell in love in with music + much more. Stay tuned for the youtube version as well here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_T3mClGq7DA&t=211s

Big Vegg had the chance to sit down with the rapper Hahyeem to discuss his career, growing up, and much more! Stay tuned for a great conversation

We had the opportunity to sit down with NYC and radio legend EmEz. He talked about: how he got into the business, what he's been working on, power 105.1, what makes a great interviewer, and so much more. Check out the visual version on our youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JB1aHoCStsA

Ever wonder what it takes to create a legal weed empire? Prez had the opportunity of sitting down with the legendary founders of Happy Munkey a cannabis lifestyle, dispensary, events, and merchandise company in NYC. Prez spoke with the Happy Munkey Co-Founders Vlad and Ramon. They recently opened their latest dispensary in Dyckman and have a lot of gems for anyone interested in business, cannabis, NYC culture, and more.

The Young Atlas team had the pleasure of sitting down with the legendary Makeout Shinobi, who is an amazing: artist, song writer, creative, and impresario. We talked about his journey as an artist to making the decision to move from New Orleans to NYC in order to chase the dream of creativity. Much success to Makeout Shinobi and shouts out to https://www.instagram.com/terrencioo/?hl=en for helping make it happen! Check out the youtube interview here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ufBQ3J1arMo&t=2145s

It was a pleasure to sit down with the legendary entrepreneur, philanthropist, educator, influencer, and so much more H2o. He came by to have a conversation with Prez about his foundation, the Knicks, NYC, the Black community, and so much more!

How Can We Help Lift Up The Black Community? On this episode ESSO or ES$O from Bagfuel discusses his career as a: promoter, manager, label executive, to becoming one of the biggest media personalities on the planet. Additionally he speaks on his future goals and projects he is working on. The interview was conducted by Prez and shot/edited by Big Vegg of the Young Atlas Network!

Prez had the pleasure of sitting down with the princess of Harlem Vina Love. They caught up on all things music, entertainment, how to better the community and so much more! You are in for a treat. Check out the video version in the link below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AxF0Y0YZxbk

Prez and the Young Atlas team had the pleasure of sitting down with NFL star, music executive, father, and more. We discussed what it takes to balance such an intense range of careers and how becoming a father has helped Ray-Ray tap into a new level of dedication. You're going to like this one! Check out the video version on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OKqsGOdNC1U

Prez conducted an amazing interview with Riley 5rings out of South Orange, New Jersey. They discussed how he got into music, his goals, and new single "Cooking" + more!

In this interview we talk with the founder of Fifth Floor, Chris Jacks. Chris discusses the common thread of success he sees in artists who have become successful and the current entertainment scene in NYC, plus much more. We hope you enjoy the episode! Check out the full youtube video online: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZPaTAXFod4&t=551sThis episode is executive produced by: Shakezdaghetto and Kai Cogsville

Rapper, Entrepreneur, Entertainer, and Harlem legend Rich Rillz stopped by the Young Atlas office to talk about his latest single Harlem Big. Rich Rillz loves Harlem just like the Young Atlas team and understands the importance of keeping that Harlem energy alive through music, swag, and business. Interview By Big VeggCheck out the video interview on YouTube in the link below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s7kbNO747x8&t=859s

The Young Atlas team had the pleasure of sitting down with Elly Morillo of News. We learned what it is like to be a journalist in NYC. Furthermore, Elly discusses what she loves about New York City and her birthplace, the Bronx. You are in for a treat. NYC is lucky to have such a dedicated story teller on the side of the people. Check out full video link on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tqYCHbRH9ZE

Yusef Salaam discusses the importance of long term planning in the Black community, his political ambitions and much more. Check out the Youtube link in the video below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gbd3-G6G-MA&t=430s

In this episode Yusef Salaam sat down with the Young Atlas team to discuss: growing up in Harlem, the exonerated five, working in politics, and much more. Stay tuned for part two. Check out the video version on youtube in the link below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NniwruZQgNU&t=164s

In this episode DJ Godspeed discusses how he came up in the NYC nightclub scene. Starting off as a promoter Godspeed utilized his people skills and network to become one of the top DJs in NYC. Godspeed talks about what it takes to really rock a crowd, get bookings, and working with established/up and coming artists like Cash Cobain, Leigh Paris, and many more. You are going to really enjoy this one.

In this episode Joshua Clennon (running for Harlem's 70th district) sits down with Prez to discuss the issues in NYC, why he is running for office, how to protect Harlem against displacement, and much more! Part 2 coming out soon!

The Young Atlas team had the pleasure of sitting down with Raymond Milian & Lemont Joyner the founders of Elite Sports Gaming. They speak about how they are creating noise in the gaming world as a player and now developer, in addition to another of important topics, like: raising capital, history of video games, entrepreneurship, and much more. Narration By: Kai Cogsville Executive Produced By: Shakezdaghetto of the Talent Firm Inc Executive Produced By: Kai Cogsville Check out full video version on Young Atlas youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mFx3JaEtaFE&t=10s

The Young Atlas team had the pleasure of sitting down with (Actor, Writer, Teacher, and Philadelphia legend) Nakia Dillard to discuss all things film. If you are interested in becoming an actor or want a look behind the curtain of what it takes to make it in the Film and TV business this episode is for you! Interview By: Kai Cogsville Executive Produced by @skakezdaghetto of The Talent Firm & Kai Cogsville of Young Atlas Follow us on Instagram @young.atlas