Str8Up Show Podcast
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.
Relationships
Personal Journals
Sports
Video Games
Culture
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Society & Culture
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Funny
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- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 61 minutes
- Episodes
- 119
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
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 h…
00:54:23 |
Mon 27 Mar 2023
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 ta…
00:43:22 |
Mon 20 Mar 2023
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…
01:22:12 |
Mon 13 Mar 2023
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 …
01:03:36 |
Mon 20 Feb 2023
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 expla…
01:28:50 |
Mon 13 Feb 2023
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…
01:01:22 |
Mon 06 Feb 2023
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 majo…
01:18:09 |
Mon 30 Jan 2023
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 talkin…
00:29:49 |
Mon 23 Jan 2023
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…
00:53:24 |
Mon 16 Jan 2023
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…
00:54:51 |
Mon 09 Jan 2023
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 …
00:29:01 |
Mon 19 Dec 2022
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 histo…
00:39:48 |
Mon 12 Dec 2022
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 comm…
00:51:13 |
Mon 05 Dec 2022
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 i…
00:55:42 |
Mon 28 Nov 2022
#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 healt…
01:01:30 |
Mon 21 Nov 2022
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 grandmot…
01:06:01 |
Mon 14 Nov 2022
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 ho…
00:44:41 |
Mon 07 Nov 2022
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 abi…
00:35:59 |
Mon 31 Oct 2022
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 abo…
00:55:04 |
Mon 24 Oct 2022
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