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  • KELZtango on Resilience, Mental Health & Hip-Hop

    KELZtango on Resilience, Mental Health & Hip-Hop
    Jan 12 2026
    What happens when life hits you head-on—and you refuse to stop? 💥

    This week on Stop, Look & Listen, host Troy (LeTroy) Gardner sits down with the unstoppable KELZtango for a powerful, unfiltered conversation about resilience, creativity, and purpose. After surviving a serious car accident, KELZtango opens up about his unexpected journey into rap, navigating the music industry, and why mental health and community are non-negotiable. 🧠

    From debating age and relevance in hip-hop to breaking barriers and teasing upcoming projects 🚀, this episode is all about growth, persistence, and betting on yourself—no matter the odds.

    👉 Tap in, get inspired, and don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe!

    👇 Connect with KELZtango:
    📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelztango/
    ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KELZtango/featured🎧

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    48 min
  • Dr. Djelani Hamm on Travel, Purpose & Cultural Awakening

    Dr. Djelani Hamm on Travel, Purpose & Cultural Awakening
    Jan 5 2026
    What happens when a country boy from Georgia follows curiosity all the way around the world?

    This week on Stop, Look & Listen, host LeTroy Gardner sits down with Dr. Djelani Hamm—mindset coach, author, educator, and African travel consultant—for a powerful conversation about purpose, culture, and transformation.

    From chasing dreams in music and acting 🎶🎭 to discovering his life’s calling through international travel, Dr. Hamm shares how exploring the world—especially Senegal (visited 20 times!)—completely reshaped his worldview. With deep roots in World Arts & Culture, Dr. Hamm reflects on identity, global connection, and what’s next as he approaches retirement 🛤️.

    If you’ve ever felt the pull to explore beyond your comfort zone, this episode is for you. 🌍✨

    👇 Connect with Dr. Djelani Hamm:
    🔹 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wm.h.948
    🔹 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/djelanihamm/
    🔹 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djelanihamm/#
    🔹 Website: https://www.djelanihamm.com/🎧

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    47 min
  • Fuquan Bilal on Purposeful Capitalism & Community Building

    Fuquan Bilal on Purposeful Capitalism & Community Building
    Dec 15 2025
    What happens when a real estate investor stops chasing just the money and starts building with purpose? 👀🏡

    In this week’s episode of Stop, Look & Listen, host LeTroy Gardner sits down with Fuquan Bilal, Chief Visionary Officer of NNG Capital Fund, to unpack his incredible 25-year journey from real estate hustler to community-focused leader.Fuquan reveals the light bulb moment that transformed his mission—from stacking profits to uplifting underserved communities through affordable housing for low-income families, seniors, and battered women. 🌍❤️

    You’ll also hear how NNG Capital Fund thrives through multifamily investing and luxury spec homes, plus Fuquan’s expert insights on:
    🔹 Navigating market cycles
    🔹 Effective risk management
    🔹 Building wealth with purpose
    🔹 Empowering others through education

    This is a must-listen for investors, entrepreneurs, and anyone passionate about making impact-driven decisions. 💼✨👇

    Connect with Fuquan Bilal:
    💻 Website: https://nngcapitalfund.com/
    📸 IG: https://www.instagram.com/fuquanal/
    📘 FB: https://www.facebook.com/fuquanal
    🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fuquanal/

    Join LeTroy Gardner for this powerful conversation on Stop, Look & Listen—and explore more shows at www.pushplaypods.com 🎧🔥
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    28 min
  • From DC Streets to Digital Success: Marcus “Skalez” Braxton’s Journey

    From DC Streets to Digital Success: Marcus “Skalez” Braxton’s Journey
    Dec 8 2025
    This week on Stop, Look & Listen, host LeTroy Gardner sits down with Marcus “Skalez” Braxton — entrepreneur, author, podcaster, and the definition of resilience in motion. 💯🔥

    From growing up in one of Washington DC’s toughest neighborhoods to rising as the CEO of a thriving digital streaming company, Marcus opens up about his remarkable transformation. He shares:

    ✨ His journey from the streets to entrepreneurship
    ♟️ How chess sharpened his discipline and mindset
    📚 The powerful story behind writing Sunroof Hitters while incarcerated
    💡 What drives him to maximize every opportunity and inspire his community

    This is an episode packed with transparency, redemption, and purpose. If you need motivation to rewrite your story — this one’s for you. 🙌

    🔗 Stay Connected with Marcus Braxton

    🎥 YouTube: youtube.com/@BlockBoySportsTalk
    📚 Book: Sunroof Hitters on Amazon
    📧 Email: marcuslbraxtonsr@gmail.com
    📱 Social: @marcuslbraxtonsr | @SunroofHittersPage

    🎧 Tune In to More Shows

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    48 min
  • 18-Year-Old Filmmaker Austen Hamel on His First Feature Film “The Wanted”

    18-Year-Old Filmmaker Austen Hamel on His First Feature Film “The Wanted”
    Dec 1 2025
    This week on Stop, Look & Listen, 🎙️ LeTroy Gardner sits down with 18-year-old filmmaker Austen Hamel, whose journey from shooting short films at age 10 to premiering his first feature film “The Wanted” is nothing short of inspiring. 🌟

    Austen opens up about:
    🎬 His creative process and storytelling approach 👨‍👩‍👦 The impact of family support on his filmmaking dreams 🏔️ The unique challenges of filming in Vermont ❤️ The emotional depth behind The Wanted and what drives his art With dreams of moving to New York City to continue his filmmaking career, Austen’s story is proof that passion and persistence can turn big dreams into reality. 💪

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    35 min
  • From Preacher’s Kid to the Producer’s Chair with Joshua PK White

    From Preacher’s Kid to the Producer’s Chair with Joshua PK White
    Nov 17 2025
    Join host LeTroy Gardner on this week’s edition of Stop, Look & Listen as he sits down with the dynamic and multifaceted Joshua PK White!

    🎤 As the CEO of Jay White Enterprise, Joshua wears many hats — DJ, producer, engineer, author, minister, and music consultant — all while staying rooted in his faith. 🙌 Born and raised in Miami as a preacher’s kid, Joshua shares how his upbringing fueled his passion for gospel rap and how he’s breaking barriers in the music industry.

    🎶 Discover how he blends hip-hop culture and church influence, the lessons he’s learned mentoring others, and his bold vision for the next generation of Christian creatives.

    💡 Don’t miss this conversation about purpose, creativity, and spiritual authenticity in today’s entertainment world.

    📘 Facebook: Joshua PK White
    📸 Instagram: @j.white4life
    ▶️ YouTube: J-White Enterprise
    🎧 Spotify: J-White
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    44 min
  • Emmy-Winning Sound Designer Kenneth L. Johnson on Resilience, Reinvention & Representation

    Emmy-Winning Sound Designer Kenneth L. Johnson on Resilience, Reinvention & Representation
    Nov 10 2025
    This week on Stop, Look & Listen, host LeTroy Gardner sits down with Kenneth L. Johnson, the Emmy Award–winning sound designer and founder of Artistry in Sound. 🌟From growing up in South Central LA to crafting the soundscapes of some of Hollywood’s biggest productions, Kenneth shares his incredible journey — one of resilience, reinvention, and representation. 🙌🏾🎙️ In this episode:
    • Escaping gang life and finding purpose through sound 🎶

    • The creative process behind TV and film’s most iconic moments 🎬

    • Why diversity in post-production matters now more than ever ✊🏾

    • How Artistry in Sound is paving the way for the next generation 🚀

    👉 Tune in for an inspiring conversation on faith, focus, and forging your own path in Hollywood.📲 Connect with Kenneth L. Johnson:
    Instagram: @artistryinsound
    Website: artistryinsound.com🎧

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    1 h et 4 min
  • Amanda Falkenberg’s Musical Journey to the Cosmos

    Amanda Falkenberg’s Musical Journey to the Cosmos
    Nov 3 2025
    What happens when music meets the universe? 🌌 This week on Stop, Look & Listen, 🎙️ host LeTroy Gardner sits down with Amanda Falkenberg, the visionary composer and creator of The Moons Symphony 🪐 — an awe-inspiring orchestral masterpiece inspired by NASA missions and the wonders of space. 🚀

    From her early days as a pianist with the Australian Ballet Company 🎹 to collaborating with NASA scientists and astronauts, Amanda shares how she transforms scientific data into emotional soundscapes, connecting art, science, and the human spirit. 💫

    Discover how her new interdisciplinary educational program “LUNAR” 🌕 aims to inspire future generations through creativity and curiosity — launching this December! 📅 ✨ Tune in for an unforgettable conversation about how imagination and science can harmonize to expand our understanding of the universe.

    🌐 Explore More:
    📘 Facebook: Amanda Falkenberg
    💼 LinkedIn: The Moons Symphony
    📸 Instagram: @amandafilmmusic
    🎵 Website: moons-symphony.com
    ▶️ YouTube: @moonssymphony

    🎧 Join LeTroy Gardner and the Stop, Look & Listen family of shows at www.pushplaypods.com for more powerful stories that inspire, uplift, and ignite curiosity!
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    46 min