Crypto Investor Aaron Cole talks De-Fi, NFTs, and the Toronto Rap Sound

Feminist TikToker Victoria Gravesande talks The Gender War & Mens Mental Health

On The Echo episode #11, hosts Apollo, Kadiatu, and Jeff are joined with fellow J-School graduate Victoria Gravesande. They start off the episode discussing the hot release of Summer Walker's new album, Still Over It, and talk about the life of baby mamas, toxic relationships, and victim blaming. The conversation continues with music as the hosts delve into the world of Kanye West, the role of loyalty and accountability, Trump's America, and Kanye's beef with Drake, Big Sean, and Soulja Boy. Travis Scott's Astroworld was also a topic of discussion considering the tragic events surrounding the festival. The podcast continues with a conversation on the loss of Debby, a Toronto icon, and the responsibility of the public in her death.  In the other half of the show, they talk about Movember, toxic masculinity, the war between men and women, Will Smith, and what it means to be a real man.

Fragile Masculinity, Open Relationships and Dating Apps

On The Echo episode #10, hosts Apollo, and Kadiatu shoot their first episode without their fellow host, Jeff. They kick off the show discussing the latest in music with Young Miami's latest single, Rap Freaks, and Bobby Shmurda's comeback. In the next segment, they discuss Kyle Beach's sexual assault allegations towards the NHL. This conversation leads to a broader debate about fragile masculinity. Moving on, the hosts discuss Will and Jada Smiths relationship controversy. This conversation leads to a debate about monogamy, open relationships and cheating. Lastly, they quickly discuss a Denver man's dating app L after spending $9,000 with no results.

Crypto Investor Aaron Cole talks De-Fi, NFTs, and the Toronto Rap Sound

🔥 On The Echo episode #9, hosts Apollo, Kadiatu, and Jeff interview Crypto Investor Aaron Cole, also known as " Culturepreneur."Cole began his Crypto Journey in early 2018 and has since created an online persona discussing financial literacy and free-thinking at large. The show opens with an introduction to Cole's crypto journey and his opinions on Meme Coins and NFTs. In the next segment, they discuss local entertainment news. They begin with NorthSideBenji's new album, The Extravagant collection. Next, they discuss RealestK and his quick rise to fame with his viral Tik Tok track, WFM. Moving on, the hosts discuss K Skowtime's 2v2 Youtube video with Drake and the impact their collaboration will have on the city. Lastly, they quickly discuss Facebook's rebranding

NDP Candidate Guled Arale talks UBI, Squid Games & Dave Chapelle

On The Echo episode 8, hosts Apollo, Kadiatu, and Jeff interview special guest Guled Arale. The Scarborough native ran in the recent election as an NDP candidate for Scarborough Southwest. The show opens with an introduction to Guled, particularity around his experience running a campaign. In the next segment, they discuss entertainment news. They begin with discussing Young Thug's latest album, PUNK. Next, they have a lengthy conversation about the show taking over what seems to be everyone with a Netflix account - Squid Games. Moving on, the hosts ask Guled the tough questions regarding affordable housing, Universal Basic Income, and systematic racism, among other topics. Lastly, the show wraps with a discussion about the Dave Chapelle Special and " Cancel Culture."

R Kelly, K Showtime, Orange Shirt Day, and 'Celebrity Politicians'

On The Echo episode 7, hosts Apollo, Kadiatu, and Jeff discuss the DONDA re-edit, Meek Mill's latest album, and R Kelly receiving a guilty verdict. Next, they discuss Toronto Youtuber K Showtime, whose viral videos are creating a space for basketball YouTuber's in Canada. Speaking about Canada, the hosts also discuss the nation's first-ever Truth and Reconciliation day  held on September 30th. The hosts also talk about NBA player Andrew Wiggin's refusal to get the COVID-19 vaccine, which prompted an intriguing discussion regarding whether entertainers or celebrities should speak on political issues. To conclude the episode, they talk about America's debt ceiling crisis.