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Str8Up Show Podcast
by Calvin H
Our world has many voices. We all share this space together, but each of us has our own opinions, our own identity. Join hosts Calvin, Brandon, Kristina and Lee, as they bring in guests to discuss various social issues that effect everyone. Each episode will tackle a different issue, with insights by members of some diverse communities. The only rule on this show? You gotta be...STR8 UP.
Episodes
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More Than Pressing Play w/ DJ IC3
FOLLOW DJ IC3 Stay connected with DJ IC3 for upcoming performances, music, and more! TikTok: @DJ_IC3_ Instagram: @DJ.IC3
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Book'Em: & Jhordynn & Charity Grace
On this episode of Str8Up, mother and daughter authors Jhordynn and Charity Grace join us for a powerful conversation about literacy, education, representation, and the importance of embracing our differences. From America's literacy crisis and reading comprehension challenges to bullying, self...
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Day 179
After living in the United States for 35 years, Danny's life changed when he was taken into immigration custody and spent 178 days in detention before being deported to Mexico. In this episode of the Str8Up Show Podcast, Danny shares his firsthand account of life inside immigration detention,...
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Albinism: More Than What You See
Goldiee joins the Str8Up Show Podcast for a candid conversation about living with albinism and the misconceptions that often come with it. Goldiee opens up about growing up Black with albinism, the bullying she experienced as a child, and the assumptions people have made about her appearance,...
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He Left El Salvador at 7. Now He Wants to Lead It.
Orlando Delcid left El Salvador at seven years old and grew up in Houston, Texas. Decades later, he returned to the country of his birth and is now seeking the presidency with Fraternidad Patriota Salvadoreña, or FPS. In this episode, Orlando shares his experience immigrating to the United States...
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Music Monday - RenRiot
On this edition of Music Monday, we turn the spotlight on RenRiot, a Black, queer, female alt-rock/grunge-punk band from Washington, D.C. Blending the vulnerability of emo, the grit of grunge, and the energy of punk and alternative rock, RenRiot is creating music rooted in raw emotion, personal...
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Immigration in America: What’s Changed?
Season 10 of The Str8Up Show Podcast begins with the return of immigration attorney Carla Casas for an important conversation about the changing immigration landscape in America. With immigration continuing to dominate national headlines and the midterm elections approaching, Carla joins Str8Up…
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Rear Desert w/ Mark D. Bonner (Season 9 Finale)
When most people think of movies set in Las Vegas, they picture the bright lights, casinos, and chaos of the Strip, not an action-packed thriller buried deep in the Nevada desert. But that’s exactly where filmmaker Mark D. Bonner takes us in his gripping new suspense film, Rear Desert. In the...
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America…Assemble w/ Mike Gatto
America is facing deep political division. Republican vs. Democrat, Left vs. Right. But what will it truly take for us to come together as one nation again? On this episode, former California State Assemblyman Mike Gatto sits down with host and special guest co-host Joey for an honest…
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South Park vs. Trump: Too Far or Fair Game? (Live Debate)
On this explosive episode of Str8Up, we host a live TikTok debate that dives into South Park’s most controversial episode yet, the one where they suggest Donald Trump made a deal with the devil. Trump supporters and critics go head-to-head as we unpack the satire, political commentary, and…
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BBB: Borders, Birthright, and Banishment w/ Carla Casas
With the recent changes to birthright citizenship, naturalized citizens now facing possible deportation, and the “big, beautiful bill” now passed, what’s next for immigration in America? After a powerful and eye-opening first appearance, immigration attorney Carla Casas returns to break down the...
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The Unfree Speech
June 11th and 12th, 2025, a night Las Vegas streamer Karlin Martinez will never forget. What began as a peaceful anti-ICE protest ended with flashing lights, handcuffs, and a viral TikTok Live that left viewers stunned. But what really happened that night? We sit down with Karlin’s attorney,...
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Breaking the I.C.E.: Intimidation. Corruption. Eviction w/ Carla Casas
We dive into the Trump Administration’s renewed crackdown on undocumented immigrants. With ICE ramping up nationwide enforcement and families being torn apart, fear is rising and so are protests across the globe. Immigration Attorney Carla Casas joins us to unpack the chaos. She breaks down...
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Under Pressure: The Reality of Black Manhood with Dr. Maurice Ball
Being a Black man in America isn’t just difficult, it’s a daily struggle often overlooked. But when life gets heavy, where can Black men turn? Where are the safe spaces that remind them they’re not alone? We sit down with Dr. Maurice Ball, community leader and life coach, for an honest…
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Music Monday - Kuttup
If you’re a true music fan, you know the best songs are the ones that speak to your soul, and Las Vegas artist Kuttup is doing just that. On this electrifying episode of Music Monday, we sit down with Kuttup to uncover her journey into the music industry and what makes her style impossible to...
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Mind Over Media: Social Media & Mental Health with Dr. Micco
Is social media silently impacting your mental health? Licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Jamie Micco of The Concord Center joins us and breaks down how social media can influence your emotional well-being for better or worse. Tune in as Dr. Micco shares cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) based...
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Music Monday - Young Preach
It’s often said that we go through many tests so we can share powerful testimonies.On this Music Monday, we sit down with the incredibly talented gospel rapper Young Preach. He opens up about his troubled past, how it led him to God and music, and the biggest misconceptions about gospel rap.…
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Torn Apart: The Real Stories of Deportation
In our Season 9 premiere, we dive into one of the most polarizing issues in America today, immigration and mass deportations. With families being torn apart, we hear firsthand accounts from those directly impacted: Jaclyn, whose spouse is currently detained; Meg, whose father was deported during...
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Psychophobia: I Need Help w/ Erin Johnston, LPC-S (Part 2) (Season 8 Finale)
In Part 1 of this 2 part episode, Erin Johnston, LPC-S of Healing Minds Counseling, discussed why so many are afraid to seek therapy. Erin returns to continue our groundbreaking conversation about why is much needed when going on your healing journey! Erin then gives tips to host, Calvin, about…
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Psychophobia: I Need Help w/ Erin Johnston, LPC-S (Part 1)
Why do most of us have Psychophobia or a fear of going to therapy? Are we scared to face our own truths or just afraid to acknowledge the trauma we keep pushing away? We talk to Erin Johnston, LPC-S of Healing Minds, LLC about the importance of therapy. Erin analyzes our previous episode, "The...
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Music Monday - Edna Karr's Chris Herrero
If you're a football fan, you know that halftime IS game time for a lot of bands. But, if you're from New Orleans, Louisiana, being in a band is a way of life. We talk to Edna Karr High School's band director, Chris Herrero all about his award winning band. Chris joins us to talk about his unique...
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Music Monday - RōZY
Women in rock bands are often overshadowed by their male counterparts, but the female led band RōZY is quickly making a Texas size impact on the music industry. On this Music Monday we talk to sisters Zoe Molly, guitar players Brandon and Aris about how the RōZY was formed, their upcoming music...
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Music Monday- FIVE (The Return)
HE’S BACK!! The one and only Pen Assassin himself, FIVE returns to Music Monday! Listen as FIVE talks about where he’s been since he last came on the show, he’s recent run in with rapper Dave East and his upcoming projects. FIVE then performs his single, “Reps” from his new album “Nothing...
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Cultural Conversations: Brazilians
It's a country full of love, music and pride. The Str8Up crew heads to Brazil. Join us as we talk to Marianna and Debbie, two Brazil natives, all about their home country. Our guest talk about the love of their culture and breakdown the misconnects the world has of Brazil and the Brazilian people.
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Motivating Minds with Will Diggs
In this age of social media, it's easy to find yourself being discouraged due to a number of life issues. But how you handle your negative situation is a practice that many of us can use. We talk to viral motivational speaker Will Diggs aka @WillKeepItReal about the different ways of having a...
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Sh..Sh..Sh..Showtime in Shreveport
“All Roads Lead to Shreveport,” says Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson after his recent purchase of the old Millennium Studios in Shreveport, LA. But what does this mean for the area? We talk to Hollywood actors/stuntmen and longtime Shreveport-Bossier residents, Tim J. Smith and Dother Sykes IV about the...
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The Mermaid Effect: A Real Toxic Love Story
WE'RE BACK!! And boy, there is so much to talk about! On the Season 8 premiere, Calvin opens up about his personal love life by inviting two of his personal friends to the show. Tune in as they point out his flaws and help him cope with such a bad ending to a…
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The 100TH Episode (Season 7 Finale)
WE MADE IT TO 100 EPISODES!!!! But what does this mean for our podcast? Tune in as the Str8Up Crew celebrates this big milestone of reaching 100 podcast episodes. The crew also talks about the future of the Str8Up Show Podcast. Also, previous guests and listeners stop to congratulate the Str8Up...
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MUSIC MONDAY: Shay Bailiff
In our final installment of our Music Mondays, we talk to Shayliff lead singer, Shay Bailiff. Shay talks to us about his impressive music career and why audiences from all over can’t get enough of his captivating voice. Shay then performs one of his band’s hit singles, ”Stranger.” Follow Shay and...
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COVID-19 Impact: Are We Good Now?
COVID-19 has been the biggest global topic in the world over these past couple of years, but are we finally at the end of the life changing pandemic? We continue our "COVID-19 Impact" series as we talk to traveling emergency physician, Yvette McQueen, MD. Tune in as Dr. McQueen gives us an update...
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Heavy to Modified
After gaining over 600 lbs, Anthony Lopez knew he had to make a change to his life. We talk to Anthony Lopez about his incredible weight loss journey and how he was able to lose over 350 lbs. Anthony then talks to us about his program, Heavy To Modified, which is helping others on their weight…
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Troubled Boxing?
When it comes to boxing, most people think of greats like Mike Tyson or Muhammad Ali. But in today's boxing, social media influencers like Jake and Logan Paul's fights are must see TV. Are celebrities like them making a mockery of the sport of boxing? We talk to 17 year pro boxer, Blake "Trouble"...
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Buy Black Television
When you're starting a business, getting your name out there can be a struggle. Bashir and Deon of Buy Black Television are using their platform to broadcast businesses from the black community. The BBTV hosts talks to us about the importance of exposing black businesses that many aren't aware…
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MAAGA Part 2
The future of the African American Race is...? In part 2 of our Make African Americans Great Again episode, our special guests continue to discuss the current state of Black America. Our guests explain why things like health and utilizing resources are key to the future of African Americans. They...
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Music Monday- Marlo Kyng
When it comes to music, your name is your name. Rap artist Marlo Kyng's name is a name that is quickly becoming one that many wont forget. We sit down with Marlo and talk about his impressive lyrical style of rap and his upcoming music project. Marlo Kyng then hits the Music Monday to perform his...
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MAAGA Part 1
How do we really celebrate Black History Month? Is it a month of pride? Shame? Guilt? Or all the above? In this two part episode, we talk about the current state of Black America and address the major issues happening that so many are dismissing. Our special guests then discuss if the scars of...
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STR8UP Back in Time: Bullying
Each season, we like to travel back in time to show our listeners where Str8UP began. When we first started on television, we wanted to tackle heavy subjects that most would not be comfortable talking about. Listen as we go back in time and revisit a vintage episode to where we talked all about...
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Cultural Conversations: Polynesian
You've seen them in movies, tv and more than likely have visited their native land. But how much do you know about the culture? We talk to Chi Chi, who is Polynesian, all about the Polynesian culture. Chi Chi talks to us about the best parts about the culture and goes over some of the biggest...
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Acting Up with Tim J. Smith
Fresh off another box office hit with Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Hollywood actor and stuntman, Tim J. Smith, talks to us about his impressive 15 year career. Tune in as Tim talks to us about how he got started in the business, films that he has worked on and what upcoming projects he has in...
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South Side Season 3 Preview with Sultan Salahuddin
Fresh off a successful Season 2, the crew from RTO is back for a 3rd Season of South Side on HBO Max. In our exclusive interview, co-creator, writer, producer and lead actor, Sultan Salahuddin gives us a preview of Season 3 and explains why South Side is one of the best comedies in decades.…
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Cultural Conversations: French
Bonjour Les Amis! Last season we started series where we talked to different guests around the world about their culture. This season we are at it again as we go to one of the most romantic and historic places in the world…France. Tune in as our special guest Léna, talks to us all about the…
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Immigration Advice with Attorney Cynthia Santiago
When it comes to immigration, so many people are unaware of their rights when trying to enter the United States. But immigration attorney Cynthia Santiago, is going above and beyond on educating communities who are often misinformed. We talk to Abogada Santiago about the advice she has for...
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Music Monday- Five
In this day & age there are few rap artists who are considered true lyricist, but this artist is quickly proving why he’s a lyrical force to be reckon with. We talk to the “Pen Assassin” Five. Tune in as he tells why his music has fans from all over wanting more and exclusive details about his...
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#IHateMen with Taylor Moore
Why is it difficult for some men to express their emotions while dating or in a relationship? On this episode talk to social media influencer, Taylor Moore, about the importance of men’s mental health during relationships and dating. Taylor also gives tips to women who often see men in a negative...
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Grandmommy’s Grandchildren’s Party #2
As we approach the end of a podcast journey, we continue to open up with personal stories of how Str8Up began. On this episode, our host Calvin talks with sister and cousins about their late grandmother Bertha. 27 years after throwing a party to honor her grandchildren, Bertha's grandchildren...
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Unpacking Childhood Trauma with Dr. Monique Thompson
Is Childhood Trauma real? Do you believe how a child was treated growing up can impact their livelihood? On this episode we talk to mental health expert Dr. Monique Thompson, DHA, LPC, LPC-S about how to unpack childhood trauma. Dr. Thompson also gives us tips on how we can deal with generational...
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Music Monday- Geneva Lei
It is a new season which means we're bringing back a fan favorite, Music Mondays. Tune in as we talk to Filipino -Canadian singer, Geneva Lei. One this episode, Geneva Lei talks to us about her ability to structure her songwriting in a way that speaks directly to her fans and her upcoming music...
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Great Value Cancellations
Once known as the #1 Female DJ in all of Texas and a proud member of LGTBQ+ Community, DJ Sno White quickly found herself part of Cancel Culture. On our Season 7 premiere, we talk to DJ Sno White about how her political views cost her the respect of many in her community but helped her gain new...
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Fighting Back: A Story of Ukrainian Courage (Season 6 Finale)
On February 24 2021, Russian troops began to invade parts of Ukraine. Fast forward to today, many around the world have forgotten about the struggles Ukrainians are still facing. On our groundbreaking season finale, we talk to Julia, a Ukrainian native who has been at ground zero of the senseless...
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STR8UP Back in Time: Is Age Just a Number?
Is age just a number when it comes to doing the things you want in your every day life? In this throwback episode from our college days of Str8Up, the former Str8Up crew talk about how age impacts their lives. Big Thanks to Communications family at Bossier Parish Community College.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Our world has many voices. We all share this space together, but each of us has our own opinions, our own identity. Join hosts Calvin, Brandon, Kristina and Lee, as they bring in guests to discuss various social issues that effect everyone. Each episode will tackle a different issue, with insights by members of some diverse communities. The only rule on this show? You gotta be...STR8 UP.
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Calvin H
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