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Urban Grind Radio

Urban Grind Radio

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Urban Grind Radio brings you the heartbeat of hip-hop culture every week. Hosted by Wally Lockard III, Thot Boy Zello, Athena Del Valle, and Sinista, our show seamlessly blends the Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix, live artist interviews, and deep-dive segments like “This Week in Hip-Hop History” and “Urban Grind Uncut.” Syndicated to nearly 400,000 listeners monthly, we spotlight rising talent, urban trends, and cultural insights from Chicago to the world. Subscribe on Podbean, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts, and catch full episodes at UrbanGrindRadio.com.Copyright 2025 All rights reserved. Music
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  • Urban Grind Radio Ep18 Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme with Mind Over Men Show: Fatherhood & Mental Health.
    Oct 29 2025

    Urban Grind Radio delivers another powerful episode with Ep. 18 – Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix and the latest feature from the Mind Over Men Show: Fatherhood & Mental Health.

    Hosted by Wally Lockard III, J.D. and Sinista, this episode dives deep into what it means to be a man and a father in today’s world — breaking the silence around men’s mental health, emotional balance, and the pressures of providing and leading. It’s a raw and needed conversation about healing, growth, and redefining strength from the inside out.

    The Mind Over Men segment brings real voices, real experiences, and powerful insight on the importance of brotherhood and vulnerability. Then the Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix turns up the energy with that signature Urban Grind Radio sound — blending culture, creativity, and conversation.

    🎧 Hosted by Wally Lockard III, J.D. & Sinista 🧠 Segment: Mind Over Men – Fatherhood & Mental Health 🎶 Mix by Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme @djshowtyme72025

    Tune in now at UrbanGrindRadio.com Also streaming on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

    #UrbanGrindRadio #MindOverMen #FatherhoodAndMentalHealth #DJShowtyme #ViolatorAllStarDJs #UrbanGrindTV #MenMatterToo #HipHopCulture #MentalHealthAwareness #RealMusicRealStories #Episode18 #FromTheBoothToTheStreets #ChicagoMedia

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    1 hr
  • Urban Grind Radio Ep17 Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme featuring 4 x NBA Champion Horace Grant
    Oct 29 2025

    Urban Grind Radio Ep. 17

    Urban Grind Radio takes it to championship level in this exclusive new episode featuring 4× NBA Champion Horace Grant — the legend, the leader, and the lens behind the goggles. Hosted by Wally Lockard III, J.D. and Sinista, this interview dives deep into leadership, legacy, and the mindset that turned hard work into history.

    From Sparta, Georgia to Chicago championship glory, Horace Grant shares his story of discipline, teamwork, and purpose. He talks about his transition beyond the game, giving back to the community, and the creation of “Legends in Session with Horace Grant” — a new series produced by Urban Grind TV that celebrates greatness and inspires the next generation.

    The episode also features the Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix, turning up the energy with exclusive hip-hop and R&B vibes that move the culture forward.

    🎧 Hosted by Wally Lockard III, J.D. & Sinista 🏆 Guest: 4× NBA Champion Horace Grant @horacegrant54 🎶 Mix by Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme @djshowtyme72025

    Tune in now at UrbanGrindRadio.com Also streaming on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.

    #UrbanGrindRadio #HoraceGrant #DJShowtyme #ViolatorAllStarDJs #LegendsInSession #UrbanGrindTV #ChicagoMedia #SportsCulture #BehindTheGoggles #Episode17 #RealMusicRealStories #FromTheBoothToTheStreets

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    1 hr
  • Urban Grind Radio Ep16 Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme featuring Comedian Raghu Adibhatla
    Oct 29 2025

    Urban Grind Radio Ep. 16 – Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix • Comedian Raghu Adibhatla: From Stage to Social • Making Money with Music: Make Money with Your Social Media Episode Title & Focus In Episode 16, the laughter meets the lessons. Urban Grind Radio welcomes Comedian Raghu Adibhatla, a rising name in stand-up whose quick wit, real talk, and cross-cultural humor bring a refreshing voice to today’s comedy scene. Hosted by Sinista and Angie Love, this episode dives deep into how creatives can turn their passion into profit — including the powerful new Making Money with Music segment: “Make Money with Your Social Media.”

    Episode Overview From the stage to the screen, Raghu Adibhatla shares his story of grinding his way through Chicago’s comedy circuit, connecting cultures through laughter, and using social media as a tool for both expression and income. Then, Wally Lockard III and Randy Chertkow drop insider knowledge on how to build your brand online, grow engagement, and convert followers into real revenue. This episode is all about creativity, connection, and consistency — showing how the modern hustle lives both on and offline.

    What’s Inside 🎤 Raghu Adibhatla brings humor, honesty, and heart — proving comedy is more than entertainment; it’s influence. 💡 Making Money with Music — Learn real strategies to make money with your social media and turn your audience into opportunity. 🎶 Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme Mix — bringing that high-energy soundscape that keeps the Urban Grind moving.

    Mix & Sound Urban Grind Radio continues to spotlight culture, creativity, and community — blending voices that educate, entertain, and elevate. Episode 16 brings raw comedy, real conversation, and practical game for creators at every level.

    Listen & Stream 🎙️ Tune in now at UrbanGrindRadio.com Also streaming on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio & more.

    Powered by Urban Grind TV Your 28× Award-Winning Media Platform — broadcasting real stories, raw talent, and timeless hustle from the heart of Chicago.

    🎧 Hosted by Sinista & Angie Love 🎙️ Guest: Comedian Raghu Adibhatla @raghumakesjokes 💰 Segment: Making Money with Music — Make Money with Your Social Media 📀 Mix by Violator All-Star DJ Showtyme @djshowtyme

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    1 hr
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