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~015~ New Cultura sits down with theDJ to explore the challenges and triumphs of introducing a fresh sound and the process of cultivating a vibrant community from the ground up.

~014~ ESP joins theDJ for a deep dive into the world of open format DJing. He explores and defines the essence of being an open format DJ, uncovering the skills and mindset required to excel in this versatile craft.

~013~ RoseGold advises on timing and approach for career-related relocation, and offers tips for overcoming obstacles that come with the change.

~012~ theDJ hosts Hangaelle for a conversation about the challenges of balancing a career with pursuing one's passions, and recognizing when it's appropriate to take a chance and invest in yourself.

~011~ theDJ invites Summer Knocks to discuss how his skills and experiences as a DJ have enhanced his effectiveness as an artist manager.

~010~ Em Shera joins theDJ to discuss how important it really is to have a flourishing scene around you that elevates you as a DJ and when to think about venturing out to find that scene if it is not where you are currently based.

~009~ When discussing culture with theDJ, Nikki Kush emphasizes the importance of gaining an accurate understanding of cultures that differ from your own in order to represent them properly.

~008~ Skin meets with the DJ to offer advice on  how to sustain one’s passion and how to deal with adversity.

~007~ Asey connects with theDJ to talk about how playing in other cities can help you uncover your own value and worth.

~006~ Quin Bee joins theDJ to discuss the role of the DJ in maintaining the rich traditions of music discovery and breaking records.

~005~ Kaylee Kay (London) and Freeza Chin (Toronto) share a mutual love for garage and grime and a mutual respect for both mainstream and community radio. In this session with theDJ, they offer thoughtful comparisons and criticisms of global radio platforms and address the effects of new technology on new DJ’s. Both DJ’s also speak to the experience of being an anomaly in their respective sectors and communities.

~004~ Chris Wilson (Toronto) and Uptown Trav (Montreal) compare their experiences as creative multihyphenates who leverage their transferable skills and maximize impact on their respective industries. Addressing the importance of connection that creates opportunity, they share life and business advice for developing DJ’s - unpacking the need to name your value, know your environment and create a win from a failure.

~003~ GabSoul (NYC) and Taima (Montreal) join theDJ to address the impact of the disruption the DJ community has experienced throughout 2020 and 2021. Discussing the nature of their respective careers and how digital tools like social media have played a role in their successes, positioning, spirituality and mental health, they look forward and predict what people will want and need from their DJ in the near future.

~002~ Matthew Law (Philadelphia) and Sef Kombo (London) deepen the discussion of what it means to be active during a year of inactivity. Breaking down the value of developing transferable skills for monetization and creating your DJ resume, they shine a light on what it means for trusted timing to meet thoughtful preparation - challenging theDJ to honour the root of the craft in a time of forced evolution and fear.

~001~ Teejae Mai (Melbourne) and DJ Mohogany (NYC) join theDJ to discuss their approach to integrating fashion with DJing and the challenges both encounter online and in event spaces. Bonding over the nuances of navigating social media, day to day gigs and festivals, they share the implications they face in getting paid, getting respect and the struggle to find possibility models in the industry.