Episodes

  • Night School Ep. 138 (Guest Speaker: César)
    Aug 29 2025
    On Episode 138 of the Guest Speaker Series, we welcome Cambridge, MA pop/R&B artist, César, to the show! César is one of the young rising stars in the MA music scene, well known in the area for hit single "MR.KNOITALL" and his high-energy performances. César is back with a new album 'LETHAL WEAPON' which he and Mike discuss at length, diving into his musical process and how he curates the sonic appeal of his projects. César certainly has plenty of music in the vault as well. César & Mike also discuss his early years of experimenting with his sound, which included covering Khalid songs, and highlights an interaction with JID at a Harvard Seminar that changed his outlook on music. César also addresses his dire to live with intent at his gets older in both his professional and musical life, as well as the importance of showing respect to others and yourself. They also discuss a variety of other topics, including the best Ben & Jerry's flavors, the beauty of martial arts, why Timbaland is going too far with AI in music, and so much more. Follow César on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/see.zer/ Stream 'Lethal Weapon' on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/4pVHCDMCjWJEgkPrEpqIlO?si=01jfGvt_RHGRWmKiLrO8BQ Stream 'Lethal Weapon' on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/cesar/1438031432 Check out our studio, AOA Studios, and book a session or service with us: https://www.aoastudios.org/inquiriesbooking Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@turntableteachers Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ
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    1 hr and 22 mins
  • Night School Ep. 137 (Guest Speaker: Tyler Donovan)
    Jul 23 2025
    On Episode 137 of the Guest Speaker Series, we welcome back music manager and entrepreneur Tyler Donovan! Tyler catches us up with what he’s been up to since he was last on the podcast over two years ago, as he’s working with a new roster of talented artists that include CRONIN, Cheeks, Different Font, dylxn, mira, Preston Alexander, amongst others. Specifically, Tyler has entered the electronic music space, and discusses the differences between working with indie pop artists and electronic artists. Tyler & Mike also have a variety of conversations, including the ways in which music exudes different emotions, adaptability being a major key to success, why gratitude is so essential to life, and so much more. Follow Tyler Donovan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deevodagenius/ Check out our studio, AOA Studios, and book a session or service with us: https://www.aoastudios.org/inquiriesbooking Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@turntableteachers Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ
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    1 hr and 23 mins
  • Night School Ep. 136 (Guest Speaker: DeevoDaGenius)
    Jun 30 2025
    On Episode 136 of the Guest Speaker Series, we welcome Boston Music Awards reigning producer of the year, DeevoDaGenius, to the show! Deevo is a staple in the MA music scene and has quickly risen to stardom, producing music exclusively out of The Sound Lab in Brockton. He has worked with a plethora of artists from the likes of Eastside $hee$h, Ant Bell, Reef, Erdnaez the Weapon, and recently, Kil the Artist & Bluehill Bill on their joint album BLEU MAGIC. Deevo joins Mike for one of the most impactful and entertaining conservations in the history of the show. Deevo talks at length on the importance of creating a space for artists to be their true selves as a producer, and how being a good person in the music industry will take you far. Deevo & Mike also have a deep discussion about the struggles and hardships of their parents, and reflect on how their sacrifices have made an impact on their successes as creatives. They also talk at length about mental health and the influence of proper education. Deevo also shares his love of Canada Dry Ginger Ale and barbeque sauce, the funniest aspect of his car, how practicing at Quonset Hut made him a better basketball player, who Kai really is, and so much more. Follow DeevoDaGenius on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deevodagenius/ Stream 'BLEU MAGIC' on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/548yu5kwzRIZD1eaLzucK1?si=VXqOqYRnQ1aiW-7Yj5kdEQ Stream 'BLEU MAGIC' on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/bleu-magic/1812009281 Watch the "Bleu Magic (Memories)" music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3EG4Fyv9HOY Check out our studio, AOA Studios, and book a session or service with us: https://www.aoastudios.org/inquiriesbooking Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@turntableteachers Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ
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    1 hr and 57 mins
  • Night School Ep. 135 (Guest Speaker: Faybee)
    Jun 23 2025
    On Episode 135 of the Guest Speaker Series, we welcome singer/songwriter Faybee to the show! Faybee has been making music for a number of years, often collaborating with the JMC collective. Faybee talks at length on how JMC members Timi O, l.ucas, Jiida, & Deric Wagner have impacted her music career and helped her to grow overall as an artist. She also reflects on the creative direction of her single “Fall Back” along with the accompanied music video shot and edited by Jacob Rodier. Faybee and Mike also discuss a variety of other topics include Faybee’s favorite break-up songs, a wild story about being chased by pedicabs in NYC, her favorite reality shows, what she misses most about the 90s, and so much more! Follow Faybee on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realfaybee/?hl=en Watch the "Fall Back" music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MSnpjnNYvPc Stream "Fall Back" Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/6Nsw8QDHXhNl4f2DHHYAaW?si=fb9d51d7c3ea457d Stream "Fall Back" Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/fall-back-single/1791260243 Check out our studio, AOA Studios, and book a session or service with us: https://www.aoastudios.org/inquiriesbooking Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@turntableteachers Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ
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    56 mins
  • Night School Ep. 134 (Guest Speaker: Boston's Big Four)
    Jun 9 2025
    On Episode 134 of the Guest Speaker Series, we got a podcast crossover for you: we welcome Jack Bardsley and Owen Steele of Boston’s Big Four to the show! Covering all 6 states, Jack & Owen stop by to discuss how Boston’s Big Four became what it is today. From music, to sports, to food, and more, BB4 is the ideal platform for all things New England! With such a rich culture of sports and food in Boston in particular, Jack & Owen feel an obligation to spotlight the ever-growing music and arts scene in their coverage to prove that Boston has more than its stereotypical offerings. They curate a running playlist for the latest music in New England, and on the podcast share some of their favorite artists coming from the area. Mike, Jack, & Owen also have an in-depth conversation about the Celtics, including the Jayson Tatum injury, and where the team goes from here in the off-season, as well as the drama surrounding the Red Sox, and predictions for how the Patriots stack up in the AFC this upcoming fall. In addition, Mike and the BB4 guys discuss a variety of topics including the best hikes New England has to offer, an unnecessarily lengthy conversation surrounding Poptarts, the secret behind Doritos, Owen’s wild sleepwalking stories, and so much more. Follow Boston's Big Four on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bostonsbigfour_/ Stream ‘2025 in New England’ playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5SJ3gvaPpA68XpbNhrpkOo?si=3c2da1da27294e01 Subscribe to the Boston's Big Four Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@bostonsbigfour Check out our studio, AOA Studios, and book a session or service with us: https://www.aoastudios.org/inquiriesbooking Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@turntableteachers Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ
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    1 hr and 27 mins
  • Night School Ep. 133 (Guest Speaker: Seefour)
    May 22 2025
    On Episode 133 of the Guest Speaker Series, we welcome one of Boston’s brightest young music stars and best performers, the one and only SeeFour! SeeFour is fresh off a deep run on Season 2 of Netflix’s premier hip-hop show, Rhythm & Flow, where he made it all the way to the Battle Round, losing a tight contest to finalist Sura Ali, but received high praise from the likes of Eminem, Ludacris, Latto, & DJ Khaled. Since then, SeeFour has been steadily on the rise in popularity nationwide, and recently released the deluxe edition of his album ‘Spirit of a Warrior’. SeeFour dives into his experiences on Rhythm & Flow at length, as well as shares his inspiration behind ‘Spirit of a Warrior’. SeeFour also shares highlight moments of his early days as an artist, most notably winning Leedz Edutainment’s Rap Race at the young age of 16, beating out notable established artists. It is there where he met Rob Kelley-Morgan, CEO of PutInWork Records, who has been managing SeeFour ever since. Their partnership is one of friendship, trust, and dedication that has made them both incredibly successful both together and individually. SeeFour describes the impact of Rob on his life, and shares some highlight moments that include a hilarious night at an Atlanta strip club, losing his voice on tour, and so much more. Follow SeeFour on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealseefour/ Stream ‘Spirit of a Warrior’ on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/0ons0Cd9Jo7qn16exvGE01?si=6fG-xhm6R3iToUA0h7lFgA Stream ‘Spirit of a Warrior’ on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/spirit-of-a-warrior-deluxe/1809435133 Check out our studio, AOA Studios, and book a session or service with us: https://www.aoastudios.org/inquiriesbooking Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@turntableteachers Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ
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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • Night School Ep. 132 (Guest Speaker: Jxylen)
    May 12 2025
    On Episode 132 of the Guest Speaker Series, we welcome hip-hop artist and multimedia creative, Jxylen, to the show! Jxylen is originally from Springfield, MA, and boasts an impressive catalog of alternative hip-hop music, as well as cinematic visuals, both in the form of photo and video. Jxylen is the perfect example of the modern day creative, as someone who prides himself on putting the art first and foremost above all else. Early in this episode, Jxylen discusses the underrepresented Western, MA music scene, and the many incredible creative minds in the area. Jxylen also dives into his latest project ‘DIVINE ORDER: ACT II’ in collaboration with E.N.G Creation, as well as his latest visual project titled “A Look Inside of My Creative Mind”. Jxylen & Mike also discuss a variety of other topics, including Domo Genesis being underrated, Jxylen opening for Armand Hammer on his first ever performance, his PTSD of working at Ocean State Job Lot, why Belle Hooks is one of his favorite authors, and so much more. Full episode is out now on YouTube and all podcast streaming platforms! Follow Jxylen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/j.xylen/ Stream ‘DIVINE ORDER: ACT II’ on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/5iziJpFm1fF0IpY3Um6aN0?si=mUWzqp68R4-JMM6Y-zvUGQ Stream ‘DIVINE ORDER: ACT II’ on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/divine-order-act-ii/1776956958 Watch “A Look Inside of My Creative Mind”: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rtPaBaqi4SE Check out our studio, AOA Studios, and book a session or service with us: https://www.aoastudios.org/inquiriesbooking Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@turntableteachers Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ
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    57 mins
  • Night School Ep. 131 (Guest Speaker: Termanology)
    Apr 29 2025
    On Episode 131 of the Guest Speaker Series, we welcome the hip-hop legend and Lawrence, MA native, Termanology, to the show! Termanology’s illustrious career includes a discography of 50+ albums, with collaborations that range from Mac Miller, Paul Wall, Bun B, Statik Selektah, and so many more. He’s even hit the Billboard charts on multiple occasions. Despite the fact that Termanology is a nationally known figure, his roots are still deeply tied to MA. Term and Mike discuss the state of MA music currently, as well as reflect on his come-up in Lawrence during a time when multiple acts like the aforementioned producer Statik Selektah, rapper Reks, and the late singer/songwriter Nawlege, all rose in their respective fames. As an elder statesmen at this point in his career, Term has brought much of his wealth of knowledge into the education field, where he teaches young people how to write music and produce, in partnership with Change the Play, as well as his own non-profit, Good Dad Gang. Term has also written a book ‘100 Ways to Be a Better Dad’ which has changed the narrative as well as the lives of single dads and parents throughout the country, all of which Term discusses at length. We also have a special edition of Pop Quiz, where Term brings on a guest of his own, friend and vinyl connoisseur, Chico, as they go through some of their favorite vinyls within their respective collections, which include numerous special and exclusive editions that you may not see anywhere else. Follow Termanology on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teeba_forbes/ Stream Termanology's music on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7oF48iRjggIDjtfRcmmMvl?si=c10294B3THOdqgBMNSPRiA Stream Termanology's music on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/termanology/250058872 Visit Good Dad Gang non-profit website and support by buying the novel or merch: https://www.gooddadgang.com/store/p/100-ways-to-be-a-better-dad-book Check out our studio, AOA Studios, and book a session or service with us: https://www.aoastudios.org/inquiriesbooking Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@turntableteachers Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ
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    1 hr and 10 mins