Well Versed with Parish Butler

Ice Me Out

Back with another episode. Today we cover the Drake ICEMAN drop and the journey from 2008 to now.

Growing Up Gary feat. Uncle Jonesy

Finally able to upload this episode. Instagram: @wellversedshow @imunclejonesy

Carrying The Weight feat. LaShata Grayson

In this episode, I sit down with LaShata’ Grayson—motivational speaker, advocate, fitness instructor, and leadership development specialist who has made a powerful impact in the Indianapolis community. LaShata’ is the founder of the fitness initiatives Black Girls Who Lift and Carry The Weight, movements focused on strength, empowerment, and community.We talk about her journey into fitness, how lifting became a tool for confidence and personal growth, and the mission behind creating spaces that empower women through strength training. LaShata’ also shares insights from her TED Talk, her work helping college students build confidence in public speaking, and why leadership development matters now more than ever.Of course, we couldn’t talk gym culture without getting into the music that fuels a great workout, the mindset needed to stay consistent, and how community can change the way people approach fitness.This conversation is about more than just lifting weights—it’s about carrying purpose, building confidence, and showing up stronger in every area of life. Follow Well Versed on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellversedshow/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@WellVersedShow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Well-Versed-with-Parish-Butler/61578698346071/

Never Dim Your Light feat. ThePolishedLady

This week on Well Versed, Parish is joined by Kelah McKee, aka The Polished Lady—journalist, advocate, cultural amplifier, and storyteller who has been building community and elevating brilliance since 2015. From her early influences in old-school music to her career in radio at HOT96.3 (2015–2020), Kelah shares how passion, purpose, and human connection have shaped her journey. This conversation explores the growing lack of human connection, the importance of storytelling as community-building, and Kelah’s evolution into event hosting and social media strategy. She opens up about motherhood as the mother of The Polished Prince, her upcoming book and documentary, and the crowdfunding efforts helping bring those visions to life. On the music side, Kelah reflects on formative records and moments that left a lasting imprint—from the story behind Anthony Hamilton’s “Charlene”, to her first album purchase, Beyoncé’s Dangerously in Love. She also highlights underrated and special tracks like “Let Me Blow Ya Mind”, “Bodak Yellow”, and “Like This” by Kelly Rowland ft. Eve, unpacking why these songs still resonate. She's also related to the one and only BABYFACE! This episode of Well Versed is a reminder that music is memory, conversation is connection, and storytelling is how culture stays alive.🎧 Tap in for an honest, soulful dialogue about music, motherhood, and meaning. Follow Well Versed on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellversedshow/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@WellVersedShow Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Well-Versed-with-Parish-Butler/61578698346071/ THE POLISHED LADY Official Website: https://www.thepolishedlady.biz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepolishedlady/?hl=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KelahMckee/

Authenticity IS Hip-Hop feat. Franky Thomas & Zyon

What does authenticity really mean in hip-hop today? In this episode, we break down the top albums of 2025 and what they reveal about where the culture is headed. We unpack the lasting ripple effects of the Drake vs. Kendrick battle—who truly shifted the narrative, and how it changed the competitive spirit of the genre. Looking ahead, we discuss what to expect from hip-hop in 2026, from sound and storytelling to business and independence.The conversation gets spicy as we ask: Is 50 Cent the biggest bully in hip-hop? We also reflect on a major radio moment—the end of Hot 97 and Ebro in the Morning—and what it signals about the future of hip-hop media.Plus, a special guest appearance from Franky’s son, Zyon, sparks a powerful and unexpected conversation about fatherhood, legacy, and what being present really looks like. Tap in—this one’s about truth, growth, and keeping hip-hop real. Follow Well Versed on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wellversedshow/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@WellVersedShow