Respecting Perspectives

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Self Discovery and Emotional Awareness are just a few of the topics discussed in this "If Theo Von met Mac Miller" podcast series.Tune in as Andrew "AWALL" Cornwall (Rapper turned Hitmaker) and his guests, explore what it means to be human, from every perspective imaginable! 

  1. 2D AGO

    The Courage To Redefine What Matters With AwallArtist

    Send us a text What if the one question you’re avoiding is the key to momentum: are you having fun? Not the quick-hit, scroll-and-forget kind of fun, but the deep, sustaining kind that makes long nights in the studio feel like a privilege. This solo reset is a candid walk through creativity, connection, and what it takes to turn today’s “impossible” into tomorrow’s normal. We start with the pressure of expectations—algorithms, rollout plans, and the myth of doing it all—then strip it back to what actually moves the work forward. I talk about letting my guard down, why certain people bring out better versions of me, and how to build bridges that turn into real collaboration. We dive into redefining success on your own terms, making a short list of what truly matters, and using a respectful refresh when the list gets noisy. There’s a video shoot, a growing album plan, and a reminder that every big win is a stack of small, consistent steps. If social content has you overwhelmed, I share a pragmatic way to choose formats that match your voice, repurpose moments you’re already living, and maintain a cadence that protects the spark. We also explore how “fun” evolves across life stages and why treating fun as a strategic resource—not a guilty pleasure—can keep your craft resilient. By the end, you’ll have a clearer lens for energy, a gentler definition of success, and a prompt to name your next “impossible.” If this resonated, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs a reset, and drop a review with your current definition of fun. Your words help this community grow and keep the conversation honest. Support the show Watch more episodes here: https://respectingperspectives.com ALL AWALLARTIST SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS: SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/artist/39sD9CWOPR3FpdzHrJK80w?si=o8wu4ydBSdG--xlmG3566Q APPLE MUSIC: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/awallartist/1519132019 SOUNDCLOUD: https://soundcloud.com/awallartist IG: https://www.instagram.com/awallartist FB: https://www.facebook.com/AWALLARTIST X: https://x.com/awall_artist TIKTOK: https://tiktok.com/@awallartist

    13 min

  2. JAN 23

    Connection Is The Culture With Brandon Lackey

    Send us a text What if the secret to a stronger music scene isn’t gear or clout, but connection? We sit down with engineer, educator, and Baltimore scene-builder Brandon Lackey to trace how he became a cornerstone of Lineup Room Studios, Bmore BeatClub, and the city’s bustling hip-hop ecosystem. From candid studio war stories to the classroom realities of teaching Brit lit, Brandon shows how taste, language, and access can turn scattered talent into an organized movement. We also explore his work with Beats Not Bullets and Label Necklace with MC Bravado, where the intersection of hip-hop and education gives at-risk youth tools, purpose, and community. We dig into the architecture of Bmore BeatClub—producers playing random beats, emcees jumping in blind—and why that controlled chaos forges collaborations that never would have happened in a typical showcase. Brandon breaks down the art of engineering as translation, where “warm,” “bright,” and “punchy” mean different things to different artists, and the real job is amplifying EMOTION. We talk phones, AI, and why old‑head gatekeeping misses the point: the youth are the "KEEPERS OF THE COOL" and one undeniable hit recorded on a phone can reset the industry overnight. On the business side, Brandon shares a simple marketing loop—launch three small bets, double down on the winner—and a human approach to venues and press that replaces spam with relationships. He maps the path from local underdog energy to broader visibility, and explains why giving more than you take builds trust that money can’t buy. If you care about mixing, scene-building, artist development, or just doing right by your city, this one is a blueprint you can use. Subscribe, share with a friend who’s building something, and leave a review telling us the one connection you plan to make this week. Thanks for listening to RESPECTING PERSPECTIVES! Support the show Watch more episodes here: https://respectingperspectives.com ALL AWALLARTIST SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS: SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/artist/39sD9CWOPR3FpdzHrJK80w?si=o8wu4ydBSdG--xlmG3566Q APPLE MUSIC: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/awallartist/1519132019 SOUNDCLOUD: https://soundcloud.com/awallartist IG: https://www.instagram.com/awallartist FB: https://www.facebook.com/AWALLARTIST X: https://x.com/awall_artist TIKTOK: https://tiktok.com/@awallartist

    1h 10m

  3. JAN 9

    Stage Lights to Studio Nights W/ Lil Webb

    Send us a text The moments that change your art often come from places that shift your focus. That’s the through line today as we sit down with Baltimore’s own Lil Webb to trace a creative life shaped by theater, forged in the studio, and anchored by a rare discipline most people never see. We get into how character work fuels performance and the surprising ways early stage roles and Shakespeare’s rhythms show up inside his flows. We also talk about the real cost of making something that lasts. Lil Webb breaks down the $20K he put into Whoracle (his 2023 album)—beats, mixing, mastering, features—and why an artist residency in Mexico City became the perfect container for deep work. From cabin studios to kitchen mic stands, we share the exact logistics that protect attention: what gear to bring, whether to drive or fly, how to plan headcount so lodging doesn’t sink your budget, and why “starving artist” is a myth that drains more careers than it builds. The takeaway is practical and hopeful: set a budget with buffer, build environments that reduce noise, and choose processes that honor your best work. On the creative side, we separate “making songs” from “making music.” Education matters—not as a credential, but as a toolkit for bending rules with intention. We dig into saturation, originality, and the hard truth that if you sound like someone famous, listeners will choose the original. The counter is identity: write from YOUR lived rooms, YOUR cast of characters, YOUR scenes. "Whoracle" sits inside a trilogy that ties the Great Depression to the pandemic—time looping, behaviors repeating—and that lens extends to money, too. Lil Webb shares why he invests in platforms he actually uses, treating ownership as both hedge and principle. We close with an honest charge to emerging artists: do the free work, keep showing proof, and protect belief. WINNERS WIN—so build a life that helps you keep WINNING. If this conversation sparked something, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs the push, and leave a quick review—your words help new listeners find us. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of Respecting Perspectives! Support the show Watch more episodes here: https://respectingperspectives.com ALL AWALLARTIST SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS: SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/artist/39sD9CWOPR3FpdzHrJK80w?si=o8wu4ydBSdG--xlmG3566Q APPLE MUSIC: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/awallartist/1519132019 SOUNDCLOUD: https://soundcloud.com/awallartist IG: https://www.instagram.com/awallartist FB: https://www.facebook.com/AWALLARTIST X: https://x.com/awall_artist TIKTOK: https://tiktok.com/@awallartist

    1h 6m

  4. 10/03/2025

    Refusal To Revival With Steph Compton

    Send us a text Can one person’s choices ripple across a neighborhood, a coastline, even a culture? Steph Compton—organizer, zero-waste advocate, and movement lover—joins us to trace a path from Texas family roots and Interfusion Festival dance floors to door-to-door environmental wins and the everyday courage of saying “no” to single-use plastics. We get practical fast. Steph breaks down composting as a climate lever anyone can pull, how methane forms when food waste hits landfills, and where to drop scraps so they become soil or feed. She makes a clear case that plastic is oil in disguise, recycling isn’t the rescue we hoped for, and the real shift comes from reuse systems: bring-your-own containers, returnable takeout programs that track and wash, and the long-forgotten milkman model reborn with modern logistics. Along the way, a raw memory from an Ecuadorian beach—waves draping plastic bags around her ankles—turns into a spontaneous cleanup that kids joined on the spot, proof that visible action sparks participation. This conversation also honors the inner work. We talk co-regulation, breath, and why people who feel safe and connected are more likely to engage in sustainable habits. Steph’s “1% reduction challenge” is both humble and ambitious: skip one tank of gas a year, refuse one disposable item a week, choose one returnable container service. Multiply that by millions and the math moves. We weave in mushrooms, movement arts, and the joy of small wins—because lasting change needs both systems and spirit. If you care about practical sustainability, plastic-free living, composting for climate change, and building community resilience, you’ll leave with steps you can use today and stories you won’t forget. Listen, share with a friend who needs a nudge, and tell us: what’s your 1% this week? Subscribe, rate, and leave a review so more people can find the show. Thanks for tuning in to Respecting Perspectives! Support the show Watch more episodes here: https://respectingperspectives.com ALL AWALLARTIST SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS: SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/artist/39sD9CWOPR3FpdzHrJK80w?si=o8wu4ydBSdG--xlmG3566Q APPLE MUSIC: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/awallartist/1519132019 SOUNDCLOUD: https://soundcloud.com/awallartist IG: https://www.instagram.com/awallartist FB: https://www.facebook.com/AWALLARTIST X: https://x.com/awall_artist TIKTOK: https://tiktok.com/@awallartist

    1h 4m

  5. 09/05/2025

    Wyatt Graham: The Art Of Breaking Through

    Send us a text When bassist Wyatt Graham, affectionately known as “The Destroyer,” steps into the Watermelon Room for his podcast debut, you can bet it won’t be business as usual. True to form, he showed up breaking things — including his pants — but that same unfiltered energy is what makes him the force he is today. Wyatt dives into the ups and downs of finding your artistic rhythm in a world that glorifies shortcuts. From Uncle Kunkel’s One Graham Band to hopping between bass and mandolin, his story is as unpredictable as it is inspiring — proof that sometimes breaking a few things is how you build something authentic. This time-capsule quality of creativity becomes a powerful metaphor throughout our discussion, with AWALL noting that he preserves 300 notebooks of lyrics as his most precious possession – tangible proof that “I Was Here!" Perhaps most valuable is Wyatt's philosophy on consistency: "It takes 10 years to become an overnight sensation." Rather than chasing a single breakthrough moment, he commits to regular creation, even when inspiration isn't striking. "You just gotta hit it every day... those microaggressions against creative stagnation," he explains, reinforcing that artistic growth comes through persistent practice rather than sporadic brilliance. From childhood stories of 4-H camp and lifeguard adventures to rapid-fire questions about everything from sea urchins to pineapple on pizza, this episode weaves humor with a side of wisdom. Listen in as we explore what it means to create with purpose, balance individual growth with collective goals, and ultimately remember to "just be yourself " in a world that often forgets to breathe. Support the show Watch more episodes here: https://respectingperspectives.com ALL AWALLARTIST SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS: SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/artist/39sD9CWOPR3FpdzHrJK80w?si=o8wu4ydBSdG--xlmG3566Q APPLE MUSIC: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/awallartist/1519132019 SOUNDCLOUD: https://soundcloud.com/awallartist IG: https://www.instagram.com/awallartist FB: https://www.facebook.com/AWALLARTIST X: https://x.com/awall_artist TIKTOK: https://tiktok.com/@awallartist

    53 min

  6. 08/15/2025

    Fueling Your Inner Fire Featuring Pinki of Lighter Fluid Designs

    Send us a text What does it truly mean to become yourself? In this soul-stirring conversation with designer and spiritual seeker Pinki of Lighter Fluid Designs, we explore the profound journey toward authentic self-expression in a world constantly trying to define us. Pinki shares her transformation from Katie to the pink-haired creator she is today, revealing how early spiritual teachings shaped her understanding of life's purpose. "Our thoughts are prayers and we are always praying," she recalls from her youth—a philosophy that continues to guide her creative work and personal evolution. The conversation takes us through unexpected territory as we explore what happens when our spiritual foundations meet real-world challenges. From living on an unfinished sailboat in winter to creating a jacket for musical artist Jessie Reyez, Pinki's experiences illustrate how our most difficult moments often fuel our greatest growth. Her powerful tree analogy reminds us that our most important work happens beneath the surface: "The hardest working part of the tree is the roots—and you can't even see them." We dive deep into finding balance through seasonal living, listening to our bodies, and embracing the different versions of ourselves that emerge throughout life. Pinki's insights on commitment as "a constant choice" and her message to her younger self about craving depth in relationships will resonate with anyone who's ever felt like an outsider for wanting more meaningful connections. Whether you're on your own journey of self-discovery or simply curious about how creativity and spirituality can intersect to create a more authentic life, this episode offers fuel for your inner fire. As Pinki encourages: get to know yourself from a non-judgmental place and become a version of yourself you're proud of—it's a lifelong process worth embracing. Support the show Watch more episodes here: https://respectingperspectives.com ALL AWALLARTIST SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS: SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/artist/39sD9CWOPR3FpdzHrJK80w?si=o8wu4ydBSdG--xlmG3566Q APPLE MUSIC: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/awallartist/1519132019 SOUNDCLOUD: https://soundcloud.com/awallartist IG: https://www.instagram.com/awallartist FB: https://www.facebook.com/AWALLARTIST X: https://x.com/awall_artist TIKTOK: https://tiktok.com/@awallartist

    1h 6m

  7. 08/01/2025

    Blind & Boundless - Alex Castillo's Perspective

    Send us a text What happens when you've lived your whole life with low vision, but refused to acknowledge what that means? Alex takes us on a journey through his experiences growing up as a self-described "mischievous kid" with visual impairment—from misunderstanding what "clear vision" truly meant until age 14, to the transformative moment when other blind people left him behind because he wasn't using a cane. Through candid stories and thoughtful reflections, we explore the realities of navigating daily life as a blind person. Alex shares practical insights about riding public transportation, finding restaurant bathrooms by listening for door sounds, and dealing with well-intentioned strangers who sometimes help without asking. His experience at the Louisiana Center for the Blind proved pivotal, teaching him that the limitations he faced weren't about blindness itself, but about societal barriers and lack of resources. Alex challenges common misconceptions about blindness with refreshing directness. No, blind people don't have superhuman hearing—they simply use their senses differently and more intentionally. When asked what beauty means to him, his answer reveals profound wisdom: "Think of the most perfect thing you can imagine... now you carry that and hit a wall, a little chip comes off. That's beauty—that little imperfection within the perfect." As someone who now works professionally helping others with vision loss, Alex's perspective bridges personal experience with broader advocacy. His message resonates beyond disability: be patient with yourself, find your community, and remember that giving to others ultimately enriches your own life. Listen now to change how you see the world—even if you can't see it at all! Support the show Watch more episodes here: https://respectingperspectives.com ALL AWALLARTIST SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS: SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/artist/39sD9CWOPR3FpdzHrJK80w?si=o8wu4ydBSdG--xlmG3566Q APPLE MUSIC: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/awallartist/1519132019 SOUNDCLOUD: https://soundcloud.com/awallartist IG: https://www.instagram.com/awallartist FB: https://www.facebook.com/AWALLARTIST X: https://x.com/awall_artist TIKTOK: https://tiktok.com/@awallartist

    1h 13m

  8. 07/18/2025

    Heidi Klotzman: Connecting Communities Through Entertainment

    Send us a text Ever wonder what it takes to build a thriving creative community from scratch? Heidi Klotzman has been doing exactly that for two decades as the visionary behind HeidnSeek Entertainment, a Baltimore institution that's transformed how the city's diverse communities connect through events and experiences. What began as college nightlife promotion has evolved into a multifaceted enterprise with three distinct branches: VIP influencer events that pack new venues with tastemakers, talent booking that places musicians and DJs in exciting venues, and promotional campaigns that drive authentic engagement. Through it all, Heidi has maintained a singular focus on bridging divides in a city often defined by them. "Everyone knows everybody," Heidi shares about Baltimore's tightly-knit creative ecosystem. "I love the diversity, the different neighborhoods and backgrounds." This appreciation for connection runs deep—from her childhood watching her concert promoter father's work to her teenage bat mitzvah where she intentionally brought together people from every imaginable background. These early experiences shaped her mission to create spaces where genuine cross-community relationships could flourish. The conversation reveals Heidi's practical business wisdom on "cross-collateralization" (balancing private events, public promotions, and talent booking to create stability), alongside vulnerable reflections on creativity and mental health. As she works on books about her father's entertainment career and her own journey, she emphasizes how self-care practices like acupuncture, meditation, and therapy form the foundation for creative success: "You can't be the you that you're destined to become if you're constantly trying to regain balance." Whether you're an entrepreneur seeking to build community-focused ventures, a creative looking to navigate the entertainment landscape, or simply someone who appreciates authentic Baltimore stories, this episode offers a masterclass in turning passion into purpose. Follow Heidi on Instagram @heidnseeks and discover more about her work at HNSeek.com. Support the show Watch more episodes here: https://respectingperspectives.com ALL AWALLARTIST SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS: SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/artist/39sD9CWOPR3FpdzHrJK80w?si=o8wu4ydBSdG--xlmG3566Q APPLE MUSIC: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/awallartist/1519132019 SOUNDCLOUD: https://soundcloud.com/awallartist IG: https://www.instagram.com/awallartist FB: https://www.facebook.com/AWALLARTIST X: https://x.com/awall_artist TIKTOK: https://tiktok.com/@awallartist

    56 min
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Self Discovery and Emotional Awareness are just a few of the topics discussed in this "If Theo Von met Mac Miller" podcast series.Tune in as Andrew "AWALL" Cornwall (Rapper turned Hitmaker) and his guests, explore what it means to be human, from every perspective imaginable! 

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  • Creator
    AwallArtist
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    26
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Unidentified Enterprise LLC
  • Show Website
    Respecting Perspectives