Episodes

  • 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
  • Night School Ep. 130 (Guest Speaker: Teeba)
    Apr 10 2025
    On Episode 130 of the Guest Speaker Series, we welcome bassist, producer, and vocalist, Teeba, to the show! After just receiving a Grammy nomination for his production and bass work on Eminem’s latest album ‘The Death of Slim Shady’, Teeba has been working on music out in Detroit with renowned producer Denaun Porter for some time now. Teeba describes the journey of how he gradually became closer with Denaun over time, which eventually led to a placement on Eminem’s song “Fuel” featuring JID. Teeba is no stranger to having his music land on big songs, as his placements include the likes of Nas, DMX, Dave East, and many more. Teeba is also the founder, bassist, and one of the vocalists of the band Harsh Armadillo, who frequently perform throughout venues in New Hampshire, and New England at large. Teeba also discusses his early years being introduced to the Massachusetts music scene, where he started to connect and work frequently with the likes of Jon Glass, Melks, and SK, amongst others. Teeba truly embodies what it means to be a musician, regardless of the doors that have opened for him because of it. Teeba and Mike also reflect on a variety of other topics, including whether AI in music is a good or bad thing, Doechii winning Hip-Hop Album of the Year at the Grammy’s, Teeba’s incredible journey traveling on a sailboat across the world as a kid, why South Park should be considered one of the best TV shows ever, and so much more. Follow Teeba on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teeba_forbes/ Stream our single "Try Me" produced by Teeba: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/turntableteachers/try-me-feat-teeba-sig-shalome-jackson-whalan-aristotle-jones--nate-nics IStream Teeba's music on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/7vR341GprwXrKrDsNTX9ny?si=72T4a9JMQsSeUUK7d2Np4A Stream Teeba's music on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/teeba/1157862822 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 31 mins
  • Night School Ep. 129 (Guest Speaker: ALXNE)
    Mar 26 2025
    On Episode 129 of the Guest Speaker series, we welcome multi-talented ALXNE to the show! ALXNE is a full-fledged creative as an artist, producer, instrumentalist, engineer, and podcaster on the award-winning Highstreet. ALXNE shares his background beginning as a guitarist, which ultimately led him down the path he’s on today. As a guitarist, he’s played in multiple bands and toured the country, most notably on Justin Clancy’s tour in 2024. ALXNE is now focused on the upcoming release of his album ‘Placebo’ which showcases his range as an artist instrumentally and vocally. As someone who engineers and produces for others frequently, ALXNE & Mike also discuss the difficulty in balancing creating for others and finding time to create for yourself. ALXNE also reflects on Highstreet winning Podcast of the Year at the Boston Music Awards, detailing how far the show has come, while highlighting some of their notable guests, which include Lil Xan, Dom McLennon of BROCKHAMPTON, amongst others. ALXNE & Mike also discuss a range of topics including the history and reputation of psychedelics in the mainstream world, Playboi Carti’s latest album and whether or not music should be labeled as “good or bad”, ALXNE’s love for arcade games at Roxy’s, and so much more. Full episode is out now on YouTube and all podcast streaming platforms! Follow ALXNE on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iam_alxne/ Follow Highstreet on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getonhighstreet/ Stream "Need You backspc" on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/3BQAiH6wnr2ZYv1Zgq9i6J?si=5M9CMcQ5SMmCtSFZVS8SNA Stream '"Need You backspc" on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/need-you-backspc-single/1752965621 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. 128 (Guest Speaker: The Hangaz)
    Mar 18 2025
    On Episode 128 of the Guest Speaker series, we welcome Axestrumentals and Smok, otherwise known as The Hangaz, to the show! Axe (emcee, producer) and Smok (emcee) both hail from Dorchester, MA and have collectively been in the music game for decades. They describe their come up in hip-hop, and Dorchester’s contribution to the culture, as well as the history of Boston’s troubled history when it comes to segregation within its communities. The Hangaz are also fresh off their latest release ‘Respect My Fanhood’ which brings together their love of sports and hip-hop in a way that any sports fan can enjoy, with songs that topically range from basketball, to football, to wrestling, and even tennis. Smok also reflects on his hockey fandom, the state of the Bruins team as a whole, and of course, The Hangaz’ music video “Something Bruin”. Mike, Axe, & Smok cover a variety of other topics, including the problems with Boston sports media, the Mike Tyson/Jake Paul fight, whether or not Andre 3000 will ever release a hip-hop album, and so much more. Follow The Hangaz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/6sesone7/ Follow Axestrumentals on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/axestrumentals/ Follow Smok on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smoknstrok/ Stream 'Respect My Fanhood' on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/0tGe7fIB1pHA7bwA7OTvKn?si=ViixgHPFRBeMlKdctsWDQA Stream 'Respect My Fanhood' on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/respect-my-fanhood/1774282482 Watch the "Something's Bruin" music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9VtC8kRHgLk 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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    2 hrs and 5 mins
  • Night School Ep. 127 (Guest Speaker: M-Dot)
    Mar 9 2025
    On Episode 127 of the Guest Speaker Series, we welcome back a legend of Boston hip-hop, M-Dot, to the show! This is M-Dot’s second appearance (first since 2021) and he did not disappoint, discussing a number of topics, including his latest project ‘Daze of Greed’. He also has 3 albums ready for release in 2025, including joint albums with Big Shug and Confidence, as well as a solo project, proving he is still one of the hardest working emcees in the game today. He also shares his experiences from his 16 international tours, with a 17th tour scheduled for the spring and summer. M-Dot also reflects on a variety of other topics, including fatherhood, being sampled on Logic’s “Vinyl Days”, getting a sync placement on 50 Cent’s show “BMF”, and a touching never-before heard story about a fan’s tragic death, whom M-Dot dedicated ‘Daze of Greed’ to, and so much more. Follow M-Dot on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mdotboston/ Stream 'Daze of Greed' on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/0nlVItFlcQEwtHWM2T91cx?si=ZwokYkeeQz6qKVC_drLpgg Stream 'Daze of Greed' on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/daze-of-greed/1735430729 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