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  1. 2D AGO

    Ep.238- Shyne

    Shyne for Living Proof Radio. Full podcast episode now on the Living Proof Patreon. http://patreon.com/livingproofnewyork Shyne is a rapper, politician, and former member of Bad Boy Records who emerged from Brooklyn’s East Flatbush neighborhood during the late 1990s. Born in Belize City before relocating to New York as a child, Shyne was discovered freestyling in a barbershop and quickly became one of the most prominent new artists associated with Sean Combs and the Bad Boy Records era. Shyne became internationally known following the 1999 Club New York shooting incident involving Sean Combs and Jennifer Lopez, which resulted in multiple injuries and ultimately led to his conviction on assault and weapons charges in 2001. Sentenced to ten years in prison, Shyne underwent a major personal transformation while incarcerated.  Following his release from prison in 2009, Shyne was deported to Belize, where he later immersed himself in religious study in Jerusalem before returning to Belizean public life. In 2013, he was appointed Belize Music and Goodwill Ambassador to support the country’s music industry. Shyne later transitioned into politics, winning election to the Belize House of Representatives in 2020 as a member of the center-right United Democratic Party. He subsequently served as Leader of the Opposition and leader of the United Democratic Party, marking one of the most dramatic transformations in contemporary hip-hop history. Available now for members of the Living Proof Patreon.

    8 min

  2. APR 27

    Ep.237- MexikoDro

    MexikoDro for Living Proof Radio. Full podcast episode now on the Living Proof Patreon. http://patreon.com/livingproofnewyork MexikoDro is an artist from Atlanta, Georgia who played a key role in the development of plugg music; an offshoot of trap that took hold in the mid-2010s influencing a generation of emerging artists. His early life was marked by personal hardship which nearly pulled him away from music. A turning point in 2019 pushed him to rethink his path. Since then, he’s focused on recording and producing. From making beats at a young age using FL Studio and beat boxing around the house, his work took part in Playboi Carti's early rise, with collaborations like “Broke Boi” and “Plug,” and extended to artists such as Drake and Kodak Black. He is widely revered as a key figure in the evolution of Atlanta’s contemporary music.

    8 min

  3. APR 13

    Ep.236- Beagle

    Beagle for Living Proof Radio. Full podcast episode now on the Living Proof Patreon. http://patreon.com/livingproofnewyork Beagle is an iconic skate filmer whose work helped define an era of street skateboarding through videos that documented the personalities and lifestyle in unprecedented ways.  Closely associated with Baker Skateboards and Shake Junt, Beagle became one of the central figures behind some of the most influential skate videos of the 21st century. Videos like Baker 3 and Chicken Bone Nowison documented the reality of chaos and spontaneity involved with street skating. With an all-star crew including Ellington, Spanky, Herman, Dixon, Greco and Reynolds; Beagle was able to capture the crews hijinx in a way that permanently changed the way people viewed skateboarding.  Available now for members of the Living Proof Patreon.

    36 min

  4. APR 10

    Ep.235- Drea de Matteo

    Drea De Matteo for Living Proof Radio.  Full episode on the Living Proof Patreon. http://patreon.com/livingproofnewyork Drea De Matteo, who portrayed Adriana La Cerva on The Sopranos, delivered one of the series’ most quietly devastating performances. Introduced as the girlfriend of Christopher Moltisanti, played by Michael Imperioli, Adriana gradually emerged as one of the show’s emotional centers. Her openness and moral uncertainty stood in uneasy relief against the violence and code bound masculinity that defined the world around her.  De Matteo approached the role with a rare warmth and precision, allowing Adriana’s fear, loyalty, and hope to surface without sentimentality. As her arc darkened, the character became a lens through which the series examined devotion and betrayal, revealing the personal cost exacted by life inside organized crime. Adriana’s fate remains among the show’s most tragic turns, not because it was shocking, but because it felt inevitable. The following conversation took place over two decades after the series’ release. Interview: Wes Knoll Available now for members of the Living Proof Patreon.

    14 min

  5. MAR 20

    Ep.234- Ari Marcopoulos

    Ari Marcopoulos for Living Proof Radio. Full episode on the Living Proof Patreon. http://patreon.com/livingproofnewyork Ari Marcopoulos is a photographer and filmmaker whose work has documented the evolution of underground scenes since the early 1980s. Moving to New York City, he began working as Andy Warhol's assistant, printing black-and-white photographs. His life in New York exposed him to a wide network of artists, including Irving Penn, who taught him the discipline of fashion and still-life photography.  Early on, Marcopoulos captured vital years in rap music, skateboarding, and youth movements. His photographs of the New York skateboarding scene serve as a memory of an unrivaled time period of both New York and skate-history. With a multi-faceted approach, his work spans the Judokas of Japan, The Mardi Gras Indians, The Beastie Boys, amongst many others.  Available now for members of the Living Proof Patreon.

    42 min

  6. MAR 10

    Ep.233- Stevie Williams

    Stevie Williams for Living Proof Radio. Full podcast episode now on the Living Proof Patreon. http://patreon.com/livingproofnewyork Stevie Williams is one of the most influential street skateboarders of his generation. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, he came up skating at the legendary LOVE Park, officially known as John F. Kennedy Plaza. There, he helped establish Philadelphia as a global destination for street skating, with LOVE Park’s signature granite ledges, open plaza, and the fountain gap becoming a proving ground for some of the most progressive East Coast skating of the 1990s.   At 14, Williams left Philly for San Francisco, one of skateboarding’s epicenters at the time, where he immersed himself in the city and filmed at iconic spots such as EMB (Justin Herman Plaza) and Pier 7, appearing in videos for Chocolate, TransWorld, FTC videos, and more. In 2002, he founded Dirty Ghetto Kids (DGK), turning a phrase tied to his Philadelphia upbringing into a brand. Over the years, DGK has released several full-length projects and grown into one of skateboarding’s most recognizable brands. Full podcast episode on the Living Proof Patreon.

    37 min

  7. FEB 6

    Ep.232- Mike Carroll

    Mike Carroll for Living Proof Radio. Full podcast episode now on the Living Proof Patreon.  http://patreon.com/livingproofnewyork  Mike Carroll is an influential skateboarder and a pioneer of modern day street skating. Coming up in the San Francisco scene of the late 80s / early 90s, he became a regular at Embarcadero Plaza during the spots hey-day. His approach to skateboarding and the brands he built had an immense impact on an entire generation's view of what skateboarding is. Thrasher Magazine recognized Carroll as the 1994 Skater Of The Year.  Carroll co-founded the legendary Girl Skateboards alongside Rick Howard, Megan Baltimore, and Spike Jonze in 1993. Girl would quickly become a leading name in the industry, releasing several renowned videos, including Goldfish, Mouse, Yeah Right, and Pretty Sweet. These videos raised the bar, introducing a new level of creativity and artistic direction in skateboarding videos. In 1999 Carroll and Rick Howard launched Lakai Footwear. Lakai was part of a generation of skater-owned companies that shaped the industry before the entrance of corporate brands. Lakai released Fully Flared in 2007, one of the most influential skateboarding videos of all time that featured an all-star roster from Eric Koston, Guy Mariano, Alex Olson and more. Although Lakai would eventually change hands, its legacy will always be tied to the vision of Caroll and Howard. Today Carroll continues his leadership at Girl and Crailtap, remaining closely involved in the brands direction and commitment.

    48 min

  8. JAN 19

    Ep.231- Styles P

    Styles P for Living Proof Radio. Full podcast episode now on the Living Proof Patreon.https://www.patreon.com/livingproofnewyork Styles P is a New York City Rapper from Yonkers who rose to prominence as a founding member of The LOX, alongside Jadakiss and Sheek Louch. The group released their debut album ‘Money, Power, & Respect’ and went on to become iconic figures in the 90s New York City hip-hop scene during an era that set the standard for what hip-hop could be and raised the bar globally.  Sparked by a period of incarceration, Styles P stood out in his generation being one of the early advocates for mental health and wellness. His music focuses on introspection and knowledge of self as well as struggle and pain, reflecting the duality of his life.  Alongside Jadakiss, he opened a juice bar named  ‘Juices for Life’ in 2011, now spanning six locations throughout New York City.

    45 min
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Now Here Fast.

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  • Creator
    Living Proof New York
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    273
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Living Proof Radio
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