Underground Genius

Vagrant By Sunset
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Hosted by Kyle S, Underground Genius explores a wide range of topics in music, tv/film, design, art, literature, technology, and just about everything else. A Vagrant By Sunset production.

  1. Episode 15 — Unplugged | Touching Grass is My (Old) New Hobby

    03/04/2024

    Episode 15 — Unplugged | Touching Grass is My (Old) New Hobby

    Over the last few months, I've realized that I developed an unhealthy relationship with my phone — too many distractions. On this episode, I talk about how/why I'm taking regular breaks from the internet, and the four tools that have helped me touch grass more often. Shout out to the homie @aldali_410 for providing the new sounds. Definitely check out his music. Be sure to follow me on socials! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kylevbs/

    39 min
  2. Episode 14 — And Still, Life | My Solo Trip to Tunisia

    10/26/2023

    Episode 14 — And Still, Life | My Solo Trip to Tunisia

    On this episode, I discuss the seven life lessons I learned while on my first solo trip ever. Not only was it my first time out of the United States, it was also my first time on an airplane. I know, super late in the game, but I highly recommend a solo trip.

    1h 12m
  3. Episode 13 — What's For Us Isn't Ours | What the Sale of BET Could Have Meant for Black Culture

    09/24/2023

    Episode 13 — What's For Us Isn't Ours | What the Sale of BET Could Have Meant for Black Culture

    Presented by Vagrant By Sunset Be sure to follow me across socials! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylevbs/?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D Tik Tok: Coming soon Twitter: Coming soon In this episode, I talk about the importance and monetary value of Black/African-American culture, ways to preserve, protect, and add to said culture, and finally Paramount's motion to put BET up for sale—why they did it, and why they reneged shortly after.

    49 min

  4. 09/03/2023

    Episode 12 — Dealing With Imposter Syndrome | Wait, Who Are You?

    Presented by Vagrant By Sunset Be sure to follow me across socials! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylevbs/?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D Tik Tok: Coming soon Twitter: Coming soon In the first episode of Underground Genius in over a year, I discover that there may be an Imposter Among Us... I mean, I talk about Imposter Syndrome. Specifically, I delineate what it is, how it manifests for me, and ways that I deal with it. Animation: Fernando Enrique Logo Design: @thehandunseen

    35 min

  5. 06/12/2022

    Episode 11 — Don't Make Me Wait Too Long

    On this episode of Underground Genius, I discuss several reasons why creators take so long in between projects. From NYT best-selling author Marisha Pessl to Atlanta icon Andre 3000, we hear from trailblazers about how their creative process impacts their output. Be sure to head to the Underground Genius YouTube channel to like, comment, subscribe, and all that good stuff!

    33 min
  6. Episode 10 — Mind the Algorithm That Pays You

    05/22/2022

    Episode 10 — Mind the Algorithm That Pays You

    After a year-long break, Kyle S. returns to talk about the issues with the algorithms that control our digital lives. Big shout out to @thehandunseen for the new cover art. Head to the Underground Genius YouTube page for more illustrations.

    33 min
  7. Episode 9 — I Remember You Was Conflicted, Misusing Your Influence

    06/06/2021

    Episode 9 — I Remember You Was Conflicted, Misusing Your Influence

    First & foremost, big shout out to Dontaé (@donth8dontae) for allowing me to use his music. I open up this week's episode of UG by briefly covering an incident between the Valley Stream, NY native & then-Apple Music executive Carl Chery, which underscores the importance of branding. This discussion segues into the topic of influencers in today's world. I talk about different roles they can play in any given industry, how they interact with creators & consumers, & several traits/behaviors of highly effective influencers. Be sure to check out Dontaé's newest project, 4L3, available wherever you get your music. Songs used (in order): "Motivation," "No Rules," & "Built For This."

    47 min
  8. Episode 8 — The Reagan Era

    05/17/2021

    Episode 8 — The Reagan Era

    It's been a minute! After a several month hiatus, UG is back with episode eight. I've been taking in feedback and listening back to all of the episodes, and I realized that I left off an important group from that list of notable hip-hop cliques with no album (eps 2-4 if you need to tap in). So, I think it's fitting that I take some time to tell you all about the 80s. Songs used for episode (in order of appearance) — "Six Feet Over," "The Sun and the Moon," "The Distant River," Fly Ass Pisces," and "Lucid." Definitely recommend listening to Cocaine 80s' entire catalog for the full vibrations.

    26 min
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Hosted by Kyle S, Underground Genius explores a wide range of topics in music, tv/film, design, art, literature, technology, and just about everything else. A Vagrant By Sunset production.

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  • Creator
    Vagrant By Sunset
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    16
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    Underground Genius