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Today on this episode of the Socialista Podcast, I sit down with Rikka Logan, the founder of DTLV Artwalk! This woman is a beautiful soul who shines a light on the art community and artwork in Downtown Las Vegas. Please listen to the full episode to learn more about Rikka, and DTLV Artwalk! Follow DTLV Artwalk... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dtlvartwalk/ Book a Tour: https://fareharbor.com/embeds/book/dtlvartwalk/items/ Many Thanks... Theme Music by Chop808 (IG:@chop808) Artwork by Abbie Paulhus (IG:@abbiepaulhus) Connect with me... IG: @socialistalv Facebook: Socialista Twitter: @socialista_llc Please leave any feedback and recommendations, like, share, and subscribe to stay updated! Email Socialista: socialista.llc@gmail.com Website: www.socialistallc.com

"There's magic out there!" The Socialista Podcast is back, bb! The hiatus was long but it's over. I am really excited for you to listen to today's episode with singer and songwriter, Jessica Manalo. This episode has been one of the more authentic ones. We talk about Jessica's newest single, Far Away From Home (debuting tonight), her methods of songwriting, and deep dive into society's obsession to smart phones- guilty as charged. This is an episode you will want to listen all the way to the end! Becaussseee You will hear first hand "Far Away From Home"! Make sure to head to Velveteen Rabbit, doors open at 8pm, for the "Far Away From Home" debut. I will be there hosting mini interviews all night, so come say hi! Follow Jessica Manalo… Website: http://www.jessicamanalo.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesssicamanalo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jesssicamanalo/ Many Thanks... Theme Music by Chop808 (IG:@chop808) Artwork by Abbie Paulhus (IG:@abbiepaulhus) Connect

The Socialista Podcast is coming atcha LIVE (well not actually live but ya know what I mean). Feel like you were actually there. Real noise, real conversations, real music. That’s it! Far Away From Home Debut - Jessica Manalo Performances by: Sonia Barcelona Glass Pools Cameron Calloway Jessica Manalo Follow Jessica Manalo… Website: http://www.jessicamanalo.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesssicamanalo/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jesssicamanalo/ Many Thanks... Theme Music by Chop808 (IG:@chop808) Artwork by Abbie Paulhus (IG:@abbiepaulhus) Connect with me... IG: @socialistalv Facebook: Socialista Twitter: @socialista_llc Please leave any feedback and recommendations, like, share, and subscribe to stay updated! Email Socialista: socialista.llc@gmail.com Website: www.socialistallc.com

Today on Episode 16, of The Socialista Podcast, I was invited to the Hydrant Club by Owner and Dog Whisperer Cathy Brooks. The Hydrant Club is a dog park, daycare, and dog training /human education facility right on Fremont street (you can't miss it! Just look for the big, yellow hydrant. Today I was able to learn more about Cathy, from growing up in Philly to working in California, taking a spiritual trip in Peru to finally making her way to Las Vegas five years ago, Cathy has such an amazing story of self-reflection and drive. Cathy has so much to offer, not just as a business owner, but as a human. We could have talked for another 3 hours and I would have been as invested as today's conversation. You will want to listen all the way through this one! Follow The Hydrant Club… Website: http://hydrantclub.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hydrantclub/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hydrantclub/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/hydrantclub Many Thanks... Theme Music by Chop808

Today of episode 15 of The Socialista Podcast, I invite over Las Vegas Songwriter, Halsey Harkins! First off let me say she is a wonderful soul with some pretty awesome things on the horizon. Halsey was born and raised in Southern California and moved to Vegas at just 6 years old. She talks about her home schooling experience. Her and her older siblings were home schooled by her mother, until around middle school. In high school, at LVA, she started to focus more on music. She started out playing in jazz band, which now transpires into her songwriting. Over the last two years, Halsey has made her way around Las Vegas playing at many Downtown and Casinos. Her next adventure as you will hear in the interview is playing Jersey Boys on Norwegian Cruises! Listen to learn more! Follow Halsey... Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/halseyharkinsmusic Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q4Bi2d5hpT4 iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/darling-of-mine-ep/1298899545 Many Thanks... Rec

Here's a short and sweet episode for ya! Today on episode 14 of The Socialista Podcast, I cover some fun local events happening in Las Vegas this month! You will recognize some familiar names and learn some new ones. Listen to this short episode to get the scoop! You can find everyone I mentioned below... Events & Mentions: https://www.instagram.com/photos4thepeople/ https://www.instagram.com/chop808 http://www.chop808.com https://www.instagram.com/papichuloteej https://www.instagram.com/lothedino https://www.instagram.com/nowherelv https://www.instagram.com/noscrubslv https://www.instagram.com/emergelv http://www.emergelv.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sabriel_music https://www.instagram.com/mikexaviermusic https://www.instagram.com/djwizdumb https://www.instagram.com/vintagemarketdayssnevada https://www.instagram.com/fergusonsdowntown https://www.instagram.com/bombtacos_lv https://www.instagram.com/theworkshopdowntown https://www.instagram.com/melaninblvd https://www.inst

Today on episode 13 of the Socialista Podcast, I have an amazing conversation with Josh Molina, the co-owner of Makers & Finders. It was so wonderful to learn more about this highly acclaimed cafe, which started from Josh's love of interacting with people and wanting to have a spot where people can enjoy coffee and latin-fusion cuisine. As a early teen, Josh was driven to work. He pursued various jobs and pushed himself through college. Once realizing he wanted to get into the restaurant business, he did everything he could to learn as much as possible. Josh's passion comes across loud and clear during our interview. Listen to the full episode to get to know Josh better, and learn how Makers & Finders came to be and how it's not quickly growing. Follow Makers & Finders... Website: www.makerslv.com Instagram: www.instagram.com/makerslv Many Thanks... Recording Studio Provided by Fergusons Downtown (@fergusonsdowntown) Theme Music by Chop808 (IG:@chop808) Artwork by Abbie Paulhus (IG:@

Today on Episode 12 of the Socialista Podcast, Lo the Dino stops by the tiny home to talk about her upbringing and how she came to be a well known Vegas DJ. Lo moved to Las Vegas in 2012 after living in California most of her life. She explains that her parents choice of music (her mom was a singer!) has influenced some of the mixes she creates. She originally went to school for film, she found that her passion was in music composition and movie soundtracks. She didn’t take DJing seriously until later in college and again after she met The Rabbit Hole. Lo even had a podcast about underground music during her college years! Lo now plays all over Downtown Las Vegas, including the weekly Friday night show “No Where” at the Sahara Lounge. Follow Lo... Instagram: www.instagram.com/lothedino The Rabbit Hole Collective: www.instagram.com/therabbitholelv No Where Event at Sahara Lounge is tonight! More info can be found here... Instagram: www.instagram.com/nowherelv www.facebook.com/events/1

Today on episode 11 of The Socialista Podcast, I chat with the Co-Owner of The Writer’s Block, Drew Cohen. I discovered Drew hails from the East Coast as well, New York City to be specific! He and his husband moved to Las Vegas in 2014 to open The Writer's Block. Through our conversation I can tell how passionate Drew is about literature and showing others how important independent book shops are. Not only does The Writer's Block sell books, it hosts workshops for ages 5-18. To learn more about Drew and the shop listen to the full episode! Follow The Writers Block… Website: http://thewritersblock.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thewritersblocklv/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewritersblocklv Twitter: https://twitter.com/writersblocklv Featured Musician of the Week… Scartoon Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/scartoonmusic Vice (ft. Ria) https://open.spotify.com/artist/68qD0bsOboyS4cCW15tapl?si=AnS76XM0Sha-A3gLDxAQzg https://soundcloud.com/scartoon/vice-feat-ria Las

Today on episode 10 of The Socialista Podcast, I got the chance to sit down with Adam, the founder and creator behind Pretty Done. Adam defintely has a cool story of how he got to Vegas. He started DJing during college, his passion for learning new things and his drive led him here. Now he does it all! From Pretty Done to photography to making music, Adam certainly loves to see things in a different perspective. He also speaks in length about personal growth and brand growth and how he conceptualizes his projects. He explains he is influenced by color combinations, geometric shapes and cartoon characters. Listen to learn more about Adam and the story behind Pretty Done. (Don’t forget to listen to the end for a live beat by Adam!!) Follow Adam’s Work… prettydone.com instagram.com/prettydone youtube.com/user/PrettyDone Featured Band This Week… Leather Bound Crooks “We Get Up And Go” https://open.spotify.com/track/5jfWKGQAjCRSkHogjTlTt4 Website: http://www.leatherboundcrooks.com @leat

SURPRISEEE!!! Bonus Episode coming 'atcha! You are welcome. Today's bonus episode is to promote Chop 808 and ItsRayIGuess sets at the Brooklyn bowl tonight! Chop and Ray sit down with me to talk past, present, and future. Learn more about where they hail from, their music inspirations and what you can expect tonight from them at the Brooklyn Bowl! Please make sure to see them live TONIGHT!! Chop is releasing brand new music and Ray is performing Mr. Nice Guy for the first time live with Teej. You won't want to miss this show! Brooklyn Bowl- Free Show Doors open at 8pm Follow Chop: Instagram: @chop808 Follow Ray: Instagram: @itsrayiguess Many Thanks... Recording Studio Provided by Fergusons Downtown (@fergusonsdowntown) Theme Music by Chop808 (IG:@chop808) Artwork by Abbie Paulhus (IG:@abbiepaulhus) Connect with me... IG: @socialistalv Facebook: Socialista Twitter: @socialista_llc Please leave any feedback and recommendations, like, share, and subscribe to stay updated! Email

Today on Episode 9 of The Socialista Podcast, I get the chance to have a conversation with Ryan Brunty, the artist, and creator behind Depressed Monsters. I learn more about his childhood, growing up in Las Vegas, spending his time drawing and later realizing going through periods of depression. Ryan opens up about his battle with depression and anxiety as a young adult which led him to stay in his room for two weeks after the passing of his grandfather. He talks more in-depth about how this period of depression influenced his creative paintings and drawings. This was the beginning of Yerman the Yeti and Depressed Monsters. The Depressed Monsters brand now uses characters, such as Yerman, to break down the barriers and stigma around mental health. Ryan has turned a tough point in his life into a passion-driven creative outlet and business to talk more about mental health issues. Listen to learn more about Ryan's journey and Depressed Monsters. Follow Depressed Monsters... Instagram: @

Today on Episode 8 of The Socialista Podcast, I have and an exclusive interview with local musician, Sabriel. Sabriel is a talented artist who began her music career in 2011 at the age of 16. We discuss everything from being born and raised in Las Vegas (our first native guest!), how growing up with classic musicians like Prince shaped her style, and some of the amazing videos she planning. I learned that at the age of 3, Sabriel began taking dance lessons which helped her transition to the performer she is today. She is very involved behind-the-scenes of her performances and music videos and gives some great advice to women who are looking to jumpstart their music career. Follow Sabriel... Instagram: @sabrielmusic Twitter: @SabrielMusic www.sabrielmusic.com Facebook: sabrielmusic Featured Song... Lovely Way Lovely Way Video https://youtu.be/JEtaivZdIgU Many Thanks... Recording Studio Provided by Fergusons Downtown (@fergusonsdowntown) Theme Music by Chop808 (IG:@chop808) Artwork b

Today on episode 7 of The Socialista Podcast, I sit down with Jean Munson, the Founder of Plot Twist Publishing. Jean and I originally met at the Las Vegas Women's March Anniversary rally, her art was the chosen t-shirt design for the official Las Vegas Women's March merch. Jean was born and raised in Guam, she talks about the familial and societal expectations a woman has and how not fitting into the mold inevitably pushed her to persevere and create the life she wanted. We talk everything from learning about feminism, the reluctance she felt from peers, and how she gave herself a name in the comics world. Jean is a prime example of a pioneer! Where to find Jean... Main Jean Comics Website: greenmachinecomix.tumblr.com Company Website: https://www.facebook.com/plottwistpublishing/ Non Profit Website: https://www.facebook.com/GRRLSLV/ Leadership Website: https://www.facebook.com/newleadershipnevada/ LV Network Jean Manages: https://www.facebook.com/groups/comicleagueofextraordinaryfa

Today of Episode 6 of The Socialista Podcast, I chat all things conscious living with Kelly Bennett(another East Coast babe)! Kelly is the Creative Director and a restaurant partner of Vegenation, as well as the founder of With Brave Company, a creative studio for change makers. She explains her passion for developing a conscious brand stemmed from her childhood. She always knew she wanted to be a business owner and one who wanted to do something for the social good. At a young age, she was hungry to go to college and learn as much as she could about starting a business. Kelly's adventures had led her to study abroad three times, live in NYC and finally landed her in Vegas to help build the Vegenation brand and start her own company. Follow Kelly at... instagram @withkellybennett and @withbravecompany Facebook: www.facebook.com/withkellybennett and www.facebook.com/withbravecompany  snapchat: @snapswithkelly twitter: @tweetswithkelly Special Announcement this spring launching 'the wo

Today on Episode 5 of The Socialista Podcast, I have a wonderful conversation with Diana Edelman. Through talking about her childhood and family we discover that we both are from the East Coast! Diana walks me through her career in PR which eventually led her to move between cities, and finally discover her greatest passion... traveling and helping others. Her experience living in Thailand and writing about an elephant sanctuary led her to a vegan lifestyle. After moving back to Las Vegas, she found her calling, starting an extensive guide to vegan dining which is now Vegans, Baby. Follow Vegans, Baby at... www.vegansbaby.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vegansbaby Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vegansbaby/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/vegansbaby Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/vegansbaby/ Get your copy of the Las Vegas Vegan Guide 2018 and eat at some of the city's best spot for vegan food! http://amzn.to/2GyVenJ Featured band of the week... The Union Drifters

Today on episode 4 of The Socialista Podcast, I had the chance to sit down with solo artist, Daniel Park. Daniel is known locally and globally for his covers and original music. He walks us through how he came to Las Vegas after traveling the West Coast performing live shows, and how his passion for traveling has led him to play in places like Australia, Singapore, Bali, ON TOP OF A MOUNTIAN (!!!), and of course almost daily here in Vegas. Listen to learn more about Daniel and his take on pursuing your passions. Follow Daniel Park... YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/danielparkmusic Twitter/Instagram: @danielparkmusic Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/danielparkmusicpage See him Live! Every Tuesday at the Lily Bar in the Bellagio from 10pm-1am Every Saturday at the International Bar inside the Westgate from 9pm-midnight Theme Music by Chop808 (IG:@chop808) Artwork by Abbie Paulhus (IG:@abbiepaulhus) Connect with me... IG: @socialistalv Facebook: Socialista Twitter: @socialista_l

Today on episode 3 of The Socialista Podcast, I sit down with DJ Wizdumb. We talk everything from his beginnings in the DJ world in Texas to teaching students who want to pursue a musical career. He explains his journey of taking a leap of faith to move to Las Vegas to pursue his career. In his 10 years of being a local he has seen a huge revamping of Downtown, we discuss the collaborative attitude of the music scene and creators of Las Vegas. You can now see DJ Wizdumb play all over Downtown venues such as Goldspike, Commonwealth, and Beauty Bar. Follow DJ Wizdumb at... Instagram/Twitter -@djwizdumb Mixcloud -https://www.mixcloud.com/ericswizdumb/ Website - www.djwizdumb.com This week's featured song... "Higher" by sonia Barcelona Follow sonia at... FB/Instagram/Twitter: @artofsonia Website: http://www.artofsonia.com/ soundCloud:https://soundcloud.com/soniabarcelona iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/artist/sonia-barcelona/1220779703 Watch her live performance of "Whatever": htt

Today on episode 2 of The Socialista Podcast, I chat with Alex Hamilton and Brie Nelson, the founders of Minimal Market. Alex and Brie discuss their personal journeys from moving to Las Vegas at a young age to their mutual love for hand-crafted goods. These ladies took their love for handmade goods and passion for sustainable, minimal-waste products and turned it into a local pop-up market. We dive into the issue of one-time use plastic disposables as well as discussing the importance of being an eco-conscious buyer. Learn easy ways to help reduce your waste by discovering Minimal Market’s reusable products. Follow Minimal Market at… IG: @minimalmarketlv Facebook: Minimal Market Las Vegas Website: www.minimalmarketlv.com Minimal Market Upcoming Events… Feb. 3rd 10am-3pm PublicUs Feb. 10th 11am-4pm Go Vegan Café Feb. 18th times TBA Ferguson’s Market This week's featured song... “Breeze” by Paul Carlon. Paul’s upcoming gigs: Jan.19th 8:30pm Artisan Hotel  Feb. 23rd 6pm Artisan Hotel 

Welcome to The Socialista Podcast: A Collection of Stories from Las Vegas Creatives. In this introduction episode, I discuss the purpose of this podcast and my personal journey from a small town in South Jersey to Las Vegas. And SURPRISE... real people live here! I break down what I plan to do and who you can expect to hear in future episodes. Connect with me... IG: @socialistalv Facebook: Socialista Please leave any feedback and recommendations, like, share, and subscribe to stay updated! Theme Music by Chop808 (IG:@chop808) Artwork by Abbie Paulhus (IG:@abbiepaulhus) This week's featured song... "Is it You" by Camden West (IG: @camdenwestmusic)