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Episode 146: Mark talks with Hip Hop artist Midaz The Beast about his new album with Delle Digga "The Devil's Playground". We discuss videos from the album, WWE storylines with The Bloodline, future projects and Mark jokes about wearing dad shoes aka Nike Monarchs. Check out Midaz The Beast at: https://m.youtube.com/watch?fbclid=PAAaZBL35am8hPIg2eSqaPrnpxEDJfdjRn13DR9C4DxFE-73-srBRBM2CiYGo&v=VFaNvU-T5I4&feature=youtu.be Mark also has fun with a mispronounced version of "Boba Fett".

Episode 144: Mark is joined by Hip Hop artist Money Stacks to talk about his album "Hustla 2". We also discuss his coming up in Harlem, future projects and the video for his new single "The Real Blow". Check out Money Stacks on bandcamp: https://moneystacks.bandcamp.com/album/hu-tla-2-2 Mark also talks about hanging out with past guest and longtime friend, Hip Hop artist Musik G and debuts his song with El Escriba and Danjah Stand Clear "For The People". Check out Musik G at: https://linktr.ee/MusikG?fbclid=PAAaZJ-PHa70sQN70yF9eVIRnhU2EaE8I2JX4Ig5Txe8AYoi14d_6u07qhsnA Mark also mentions meeting Public Enemy hype man Flavor Flav at a convention.

Episode 143: Mark talks with comedy writer and roaster Neil Berliner. We talk about his writing on numerous comedy roasts for celebrities like William Shatner and Flavor Flav, Friars Roasts, working with Comedy icons like Greg Giraldo and Gilbert Gottfried, working on Howard Stern and we discuss his new book "Ha Ha History: The First History Book You'll Want to Read" Check out Neil Berliner's book "Ha Ha History: The First History Book You'll Want to Read" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Ha-History-First-Book-Youll-ebook/dp/B0BRYHFZVB https://neilberlinercomedy.com/

Episode 142: Mark talks with Hip Hop duo Shottie and TeV95 about their recent project "Goat Farm" as well as past projects like "Moskvitch 1/3-3/3". We also discuss who are the "GOATs" of Hip Hop, the passing of Trugoy from De La Soul, working with other artists, Michael Jordan, James Bond films and pros and cons to being independent vs on a major label. Check out Shottie and TeV95's music on Bandcamp- https://95labs.bandcamp.com/album/goat-farm Mark also talks about his favorite James Bond films and this episode represents four years of doing the podcast.

Episode 141: Mark is joined by iconic DJ, Producer and member of the legendary Hip Hop group "Lords of The Underground". We talk about his start in music, growing up in Cleveland, first meeting his fellow members of Lords of The Underground, Marley Marl, what 50 years of Hip Hop means to him, performing overseas and if their group gets the proper due they deserve. Check out Lord Jazz on all streaming platforms and at https://www.djlordjazz.com/ Mark also talks about seeing "Ant-Man and the Wasp:Quantumania" and how he's bruned out by Marvel movies lately.

Episode 140: Mark is joined once again by Hip Hop artist Spirit Jaliyaa about his new album "Grand Rising Matters". We also discuss his idea behind the song "Country Soul", riding public transportation, appreciation for Morris Day and future projects. Check out Spirit Jaliyaa on all platforms and at https://www.spiritjaliyaa.com/ Mark also talks about his experiences on Chicago's public transit as well as remembering the passing of De La Soul's Trugoy the Dove aka Dave as well as wrestler Lanny Poffo.

Episode 139: Mark is joined by Hip Hop artist Shaw Calhoune. In his third appearance on the show, Shaw talks about his new album "Fly Langston", the jazz feel of it, Langston Hughes, Harlem Renaissance, past and future projects as well as Shaw's picks for which teams will be left standing in The NBA playoffs this year. Check out Shaw Calhoune on Bandcamp for his album "Fly Langston" and more- https://shawcalhoune.bandcamp.com/album/fly-langston Mark also talks about seeing "Disney on Ice" and what he wants to see "On Ice" next.

Episode 138: Mark is joined by Hip Hop duo Azariah and Laddie, talking about their new album "Phase III: Blessed and Highly Favored". We also talk about the scene in Rochester New York, how they met, the difference between this album and the previous "phase" albums as well as future projects and wrestling. Check out Azariah and Laddie on Bandcamp- https://azariah.bandcamp.com/album/phase-iii-blessed-and-highly-favored Mark also reviews the movie "Highlander" for the "Infinite Torture" segment, as well as thoughts on the upcoming "Fear The Walking Dead" series concluding.

Episode 137: Mark is joined by Hip Hop DJ and Producer DJ Real One. We talk about his latest project "Short Attention Span Beats" but mostly discuss who is "The Goat" of Hip Hop? Fans have lists and favorites, but who truly is the greatest of all time? The discussion calls back a top ten list Mark did on the podcast in 2019. Check out DJ Real One on Bandcamp- https://djrealone.bandcamp.com/album/short-attention-span-beats Mark also reveals the top five played episodes of Infinite Banter for 2022

Episode 136: Mark is joined by Hip Hop duo Trizz and Mike Summers to talk about their new album "Baseline Cavi". We also discuss, the authentic west coast sound of their album, influences, Hollywood and how Trizz first met Fashawn. Check out Trizz and Mike Summers on Bandcamp- https://belowsystem.bandcamp.com/album/baseline-cavi-deluxe Mark also talks about traveling on subpar buses and planes, reviews the new movie "Violent Night" and gives his top 5 favorite non traditional Christmas movies.

Episode 135: Mark talks with Hip Hop artist Deuce Ellis. We discuss his new album "Live in Stereo", playing guitar, his influences and being gifted RZA's Korg Triton machine from Popa Wu. Check out Deuce Ellis on all platforms and here- https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/deuceellis/live-in-stereo?fbclid=PAAaY6khM5xjvaXDuIwDmTW8DT_k_wcgZ6R3ABAQ5qwP_Q9UX76RMBrbpGmgg Mark also talks about the passing of Hip Hop icon Grand Daddy I.U. and reveals what will be part of the next installment of "Infinite Torture"

Episode 134: Mark talks with Hip Hop artist Sean Links about his new album with Hxlysmxkes "Mad Max". We talk about past and future projects, Star Wars and the process of putting lyrics together with beats. Check out Sean Links at Bandcamp- https://seanlinks.bandcamp.com/album/mad-max Mark also reviews the series finale of "The Walking Dead", seeing the play "Clue" and being annoyed when told to use nicknames.

Episode 133: Mark is joined once again by Hip Hop artist- Piff Penny to talk about his two new EP's "Indica" and "Hoodie Season Anniversary Edition". We also talk about 90's flicks like “Baby Boy”, being too old for Tik Tok, legacy of Nas and Piff shouting out Mark in a song. Check out Piff Penny on all platforms here- https://linktr.ee/piffpenny?fbclid=PAAaar0S78GCmymoPXSN-gA9o4pOZOG7KLhpvL3NQWIDIQOlSu9invEKO-DfY Mark also reviews the movie "Pro Wrestlers vs Zombies" for The Infinite Torture segment.

Episode 132: Mark is joined by Hip Hop artists Nomadic Poet and Particle 2, collectively known as HAQK. We talk about their new album "Divine Alchemy", creating the sound and vibe for this project, technology, art and the trouble with sending files due to outside forces. Check out HAQK's new album "Divine Alchemy" - https://linktr.ee/opensrcmusic?fbclid=PAAabEixl28yHEzNKyPxu11YNSp7UclqFLYNvhfLaSIZuuWadRIs8xene7rOA Mark also talks about the new Black Panther movie "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" as well.

Episode 131: Mark is joined by Hip Hop artists Kingdom Kome & Onaje Jordan to talk about their new album "Alchemy". We also discuss, how Kingdom Kome from Miami and Onaje Jordan in Chicago, joined forces to make this incredible album, as well as talk about pizza, Spanish-English lyrics and future projects. Check out Kingdom Kome & Onaje Jordan on Bandcamp- https://kingdomkome.bandcamp.com/album/alchemy Mark also talks about Eminem's HOF speech and the passing of two Hip Hop icons

Episode 130: In this Halloween centric episode, Mark talks with Hip Hop artist Vic Spencer about his new projects- "Psychological Cheat Sheet 3" & "Mudslide" as well as past albums, coming up in Chicago, playing basketball, sneakers, working with the likes of Sean Price, Twista and Stove God Cooks, still using cassettes and how they like their Whoppers made. Check out Vic Spencer at- https://vicspencer.bandcamp.com/ Mark also talks about Pumpkin spice and his thoughts on "Halloween Ends"

Episode 129: Mark talks with Hip Hop artist Mr. Hooper about his new album "The Passionate Scribblings of a Grammatic Architect", working with multiple producers and artists on the album, the era of cassettes, influence of The Fat Boys, doing live shows and also get into some "Star Wars" discussion. Mark asks Mr. Hooper about a scene that always baffled him from "Return of The Jedi" Check out Mr. Hooper on Bandcamp- https://mrhooper.bandcamp.com/album/the-passionate-scribblings-of-a-grammatic-architect Mark also talks about recently passed comedian Judy Tenuta and the early days of recording songs off the radio.

Episode 128: Mark talks with Chicago Hip Hop producer and artist- Big Crown Music. During the episode, Big Crown talks about his start in making music, "Rocky 4", working with different Chicago artists and what to expect next. Check out Big Crown Music on Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/artist/1E951nwWIiJjGgc1MW9LFo?si=2al-m7R-TVygOUavO-p3OA Mark also talks about being called "Jim", C2E2.com and having fun in Milwaukee Episode is sponsored by Athletic Greens- www.athleticgreens.com/EMERGING

Episode 127: Mark is joined by Hip Hop artist Piff Pennywise, for his third appearance on the show. Piff talks about his new EP “Sativa”, how personal the tracks are, cooking and much more. Check out Piff Pennywise- https://linktr.ee/piffpenny Mark also talks about going to his first sporting event in four years Episode is sponsored by Athletic Greens- www.athleticgreens.com/EMERGING

Episode 126: Mark talks with Hip Hop artist DJ Criminal about his new album “The Smugglers Candle”. They also discuss his start in music, his travels across the globe, smuggling records and seeing different types of Hip Hop scenes in various countries. Check out DJ Criminal at https://smugglerscandle.com/ Mark also reviews the movie “Frogs” for another installment of “Infinite Torture”