Stepping into Greatness

”Juked” with Nathan B. Haymer

TW: sexual assault Christy talks with Nathan B. Haymer, the former director of Southern University's renowned "Human Jukebox." They delve into the intriguing details of Nathan's newly released tell-all book, "Juked," where he candidly shares the highs and lows of his tenure as SU's director. From the intricacies of leading the Human Jukebox to the turn of events that led to his federal prison sentence for embezzlement, Nathan opens up about his experiences. Nathan's story has become the buzz of the HBCU band world and is a must-listen!  Nathan's book "Juked" can be purchased on www.haymertime.com [http://Haymertime.com] More episodes of the podcast coming in 2024!

BONUS EPISODE - Discipline Starts with Self

In this BONUS episode, Christy chats with Frank and La Keisha Johnson, founders of the HBCU Culture Legacy Foundation [https://hbcuculture.com/], and alumni of Johnson C. Smith University's International Institution of Sound (IIOS). Christy learns the (funny) story of how they met, what they learned marching in the IIOS, and most importantly, how they give back to band programs through their foundation work.  Follow them! Main Website:  https://hbcuculture.com  [https://hbcuculture.com] Instagram: @hbcuculture [https://www.instagram.com/hbcuculture/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hbcuculturelegacy [https://www.facebook.com/hbcuculturelegacy] HBCU Culture Homecoming Fest And Battle Of The Bands: January 13-15, 2023, Atlanta, Georgia BOTB Ticket Purchase Link [https://www.ticketmaster.com/hbcu-culture-homecoming-fest-and-battle-atlanta-georgia-01-15-2023/event/0E005D63DFA33531]     ,

Season 3 Finale - Drumline 20th Anniversary Retrospective

Can you believe it's been 20 years since the movie Drumline was in theatres? Christy brings back friends of the podcast, Michael Lee, Warren Shaw, and Geoff Thompson to reminisce on the making and release of the movie. They also discuss the movie's impact on HBCU bands of today.  This episode drops 20 years to the day that the movie was released.  The HBCU Band Experience with Christy Walker will return in 2023.

Stepping into Greatness

In this episode, Christy chats with Corey "Mr. Hanky" Dennard, an award-winning and chart-topping music producer who has worked with artists like T.I., City Girls, 2 Chainz, and more. Really, he's produced a LOT of artists we know and love. Corey is a proud member of Southern University's "Human Jukebox", and talks about how things he's learned in the Jukebox help him in the studio.   Corey can be found on most social media platforms (Instagram, Spotify, YouTube, etc.) at AMRHANKYBEAT

It’s Deeper than You

This week, Christy chats with "Prof" Larry Jenkins, an Assistant Band Director for the "Aristocrat of Bands" at Tennessee State University (his alma mater). Hear some fun facts about him (for one - he almost didn't major in music), and he drops some news on some future AOB projects that we cant wait to see!    Larry's Instagram: @profjenkins