113 episodes
The UpNUp Podcast The UpNUp Network
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4.9 • 72 Ratings
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The UpNUp Podcast with your hosts Robel "Robino" Andmicael and Ermias "DJ Erm" Haile, is a dedicated platform used to shed light on the dimmed flames, unsung hustlers and extraordinary individuals who are consistently living their lives on the UpNUp. Tune in to entertaining dialogue keeping listeners on the UpNUp while providing the proverbial launching pad for their guests who are on the brink of their purpose.
Keep everything on the UpNUp!!!
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'Keep On Dancing' w/ Jonathan Batista
In this episode of 'The UpNUp Podcast' Jonathan Batista, from Rio De Janeiro to the global stage, this ballet virtuoso has graced renowned companies with his unparalleled talent.
Learned and trained at esteemed institutions like the English National Ballet and The Royal Ballet School, Jonathan's journey led him to principal roles at prestigious companies including Boston Ballet and Oklahoma City Ballet. Join us as he shares his remarkable path to shattering stereotypes and breaking barriers as a trailblazing force. From Grand Prix Brazil Gold Medalist to principal dancer at Pacific Northwest Ballet, captivating audiences with every graceful step along the way.
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Wellbeing Wake Up: (Ep.2) 'Holistic Health'
From tackling mental health to navigating the rollercoaster of emotions in career pursuits and everything in between, the ‘Wellbeing Wake Up’ is your dose of inspiration, empowerment, and connection.
No judgment, no pretenses—just real people, real dialogue, and a real commitment to our wellbeing.
Today's guests feature:
Branding/Marketing Expert/Entrepreneur:
Briaan Barron(@briaanbarron)
Entrepreneur/Pro-Sports Development Coach:
DiAndre Campbell(@campbellboydre) -
'Lace'Em Up' w/ Takiyah "T-Dub" Ward
In this episode of 'The UpNUp Podcast', multi-talented artist, community force, and entrepreneur, Takiyah "T-Dub" Ward takes us on a journey of how belief in your artistic vision can unlock the doors to not only your dreams, but culture shifting impact.
Born and raised in Seattle, Ward is a wildly multifaceted artist: a muralist, dancer/choreographer, television host, connector, entrepreneur and the founder of T-DUB Customs, which personalizes apparel including shoes, skates, shirts and jackets.
As a public artist, Ward has created murals for Africatown and Midtown Square highlighting local Black histories. In 2020, Ward became the inaugural Waterfront Park Artist-in-Residence, and organized and participated in the creation of the Black Lives Matter mural on Capitol Hill, which is now an enduring Seattle memorial.
In everything she does, Ward seeks to enable artistry in others and her new storefront and business 'The ReSole206', which is Seattles newest home for everything sneakers related is a prime example.
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'Dream in Kolor' w/ Armando Garzon
In this episode of 'The UpNUp Podcast' Founder and Leader of Seattles #1 destination for the entire creative community 'Kolors Studios', Armando Garzon, takes us along a journey of bringing a vision to life that eventually became the home for so many others visions and dreams.
From his early journey of finding his way and developing his professional tool belt in the worlds of sales and finance, it was his pivot back to his love for the arts/creative industry that began his path to immense community impact. Taking his early lumps weathering the storms of his early experience in the Creative Arts studio industry, he stayed the course to see his vision grow into what has now become the beginning and engine of a new era in the Pacific Northwest's creative community.
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Wellbeing Wake Up: (Ep.1) 'The Art of the Pivot'
From tackling mental health to navigating the rollercoaster of emotions in career pursuits and everything in between, the ‘Wellbeing Wake Up’ is your dose of inspiration, empowerment, and connection.
No judgment, no pretenses—just real people, real dialogue, and a real commitment to our wellbeing.
Today's guests feature:
DJ/Entertainer "THEISHYU" @theishyu
Top Mortgage Lending Expert Gary Barquet @themillenialslender -
'Set Your Own Stage' w/ Jay York
In this episode of 'The UpNUp Podcast', the one and only 'Jay York', sits down with us to share a journey of truly letting your expressions and creativity pave the path you want for yourself.
From his early upbringing being raised in Oakland California, the musical and cultural influences of this thing we call Hip Hop were always all around him. The career of an artist sees many highs and lows, and his journey is one that is designed to be rooted in originality. Evolving and building his sound, craft and journey here in the Northwest has been leading up to his anticipated debut album 'Opening Act' set to release this Spring. This story is definitely one to keep us all on #TheUpNUp
Customer Reviews
Unique!
Very unique podcast! I know Robbie & Erm personally. The fact that their intentions are genuine with this podcast as a tool to bring a community closer together makes the listening experience so much sweeter!
Versatile podcast
The ability to have a podcast multiple media platforms makes it very easy for access to all users and listeners. Keep up the great work y’all!
Top Tier Team, Production and Content!
The rarity of this podcast is that it empowers every day people into believing they’re capable of accomplishing the extraordinary, just by giving others a platform to share their journey. The diversity of guests and topics make tuning in a highlight of mine week over week. This a team that consistently raises the bar with each episode. An absolute must listen for those who believe in grit and not just glamour.