Business of HYPE

Business of HYPE is a show that centers around entrepreneurs and their paths to success. Often times some of the most important questions when it comes to building your own business are around financial investments. We noticed a number of incoming questions in our mailbox were centered around this topic. So for this week’s episode, Jeff sits down with Liang Lee, a financial advisor at WestPac Wealth Partners. It is important to understand where our money is flowing, as those choices dictate the granular details ranging from what home we live in to how many sneakers we can buy. Liang begins with the basics such the definition of financial independence and how to achieve it. He laters answers questions regarding stocks, taxes, and high, medium and low risk investments and much more. So tune into this special Finance Q&A to listen in one some of the most important details one can make in their life. Feel free to reach out to Liang with any questions at liang.lee@westpacwealth.com or reach him at 808-695-2119.

While Business of HYPE currently takes a seasonal break, we’d like to bring to attention our other podcasts under the HYPEBEAST Radio network. HYPETALKS rebroadcasts live recordings from HYPEBEAST-hosted events around the world, so you can listen to gems of advice from the comfort of your home without waiting in a line or dealing with a crowd.  Our latest show, The Anthropology, dedicates each season to one brand where our host, fashion journalist Tiffany Godoy, takes a deep dive into the companies, brands and people shaping fashion and culture today. Each season focuses on a different topic that criss-crosses borders, languages, genres and eras to tell the story and break down the ethos of these key figures. Finally, we’d like to spotlight our long-standing music show, MIC/LINE. Hosted by our music editor Emmanuel Maduakolam, he interviews key figures in the music industry to deliver their origin story, current projects, advice and much more. With guests ranging from Freddie Gibbs to Doja Cat, each season delivers a wide spectrum whether it be viral sensations, producers, or legendary rappers. Now in its fourth season, MIC/LINE most recently had the pleasure of interviewing the award-winning artist Lupe Fiasco. In case you missed it, we sat down with the Food & Liquor rapper at Mission Chinese to discuss his prolific career and his current martial arts docu-series Beat N Path. Produced by Studio SV, alongside Bonnie Chan Woo, the show details Lupe’s travels to China, investigating various martial arts cultures and historical importance.  So tune into to hear this episode and make sure to subscribe on wherever you get your podcast by searching MIC/LINE. Apple: https://hypb.st/micapp  Spotify: https://hypb.st/micspo MIC/LINE on Spotify: https://hypb.st/antspot Apple: https://hypb.st/antapp HYPETALKS on Apple here: https://hypb.st/talkapp  HYPETALKS on Spotify here: https://hypb.st/talkspot

With five seasons deep into Business of HYPE, we want to thank all of our listeners for subscribing and keeping up with the show. We've had an amazing roster of guests from entrepreneurs and streetwear og's to artists and athletes. As we prep for our next season, we wanted to bring to attention the other series of podcasts we have under the HYPEBEAST Radio network. MIC/LINE our music-centric show delivers in-depth conversations with some of the most relevant music personalities today. Our show HYPETALKS rebroadcasts live recordings of our HYPEBEAST events that you may have missed out on.  Finally, we'd like to announce our newest podcast, The Anthropology. where we take a deep dive into the companies, brands and people shaping fashion and culture today. Each season focuses on a different topic that criss-crosses borders, languages, genres and eras to tell the story and break down the ethos of these key figures.  In its first season, Fashion Anthropology, journalist Tiffany Godoy talks to the artist, designers and original street scene makers that surround the brand Slam Jam. It serves as not only a distributor, retail space and online store, but also a cultural hub for art, fashion, music and much more. Slam Jam holds on strong to its underground roots, pioneering the wave of streetwear in Europe before it became mainstream. Founded by Luca Benini in 1989, it started as an Italian distributor of Stussy, Carhartt WIP and Nike. In 2018, they opened the art cultural space Spazio Maiocchi in Milan and Luca Benini alongside Matthew Williams created the brand Alyx. In this five episode series we immerse ourselves into the culture of Slam Jam.  So tune into to hear our the first episode of Fashion Anthropology and make sure to subscribe to the show on wherever you get your podcast by searching The Anthropology. Spotify: https://hypb.st/antspot Apple: https://hypb.st/antapp  Read more about The Anthropology here: https://hypb.st/infgl MIC/LINE on Apple here:https://hypb.st/micapp  MIC/LINE on Spotify: https://hypb.st/micspo HYPETALKS on Apple here: https://hypb.st/talkapp  HYPETALKS on Spotify here: https://hypb.st/talkspot 3:31 - Episode 1 of Fashion Anthropology

The triple-platinum selling rapper discusses his multi-facted career with jeffstaple. Telling us why he's more than just a rapper he details his background in fashion, fine art, repping Harlem, meeting Dapper Dan and more. For Ferg it's all about working "smarter not harder." As always, thank you for tuning into HYPEBEAST Radio and Business of HYPE. Please don't forget to rate, comment and subscribe to our other shows MIC/LINE, The Anthropology, The HYPE Report and HYPETALKS.

The founder of Sneaker Freaker, Woody began his successful publication from what as a Nikon Coolpix and just a mere 32 pages. From making a zine to cop free gear and showcase his design skills to what is now a globally recognized publication, he details the importance of print, the need to tell the right story, the personal impact of sneakers and much more. As always, thank you for tuning into HYPEBEAST Radio and Business of HYPE. Please don't forget to rate, comment and subscribe to our other shows MIC/LINE, The Anthropology, The HYPE Report and HYPETALKS.

Founder of Laundry Service, Cycle Media and investment management company, Steins, Jason Stein sits down with jeffstaple to discuss his early beginnings. He discusses finding clients on Craigslist to landing powerhouse brands such as Jordan and Beats by Dre and later discusses the oversaturated market of content creation and imparts advice on the apparel industry, social media and business management. As always, thank you for tuning into HYPEBEAST Radio and Business of HYPE. Please don't forget to rate, comment and subscribe to our other shows MIC/LINE, The Anthropology, The HYPE Report and HYPETALKS.

Luke Tadashi is the co-founder and creative director of Bristol Studio.  Alongside Maasai Ephraim and Jake Fenster, they run the brand which caters towards modern day sportswear. In this episode, Luke used Bristol Studio's first collection as a visual homage to his late grandfather’s autobiography, which detailed his journey from Japan to America post WWII.  He later dives into their collaboration with adidas and how the brand hopes to involve the community and culture of Los Angeles. As always, thank you for tuning into HYPEBEAST Radio and Business of HYPE. Please don't forget to rate, comment and subscribe to our other shows MIC/LINE, The Anthropology, The HYPE Report and HYPETALKS.

FILA’s VP of Heritage & Trend, Louis Colon details their unique approach to marketing and how the brand’s comeback is here to stay. He tells us about his rocky beginnings from calling quits on his sneaker businesses to party promoting to working in temp jobs to eventually landing a job at FILA under the guidance of the late Jon Epstein. As always, thank you for tuning into HYPEBEAST Radio and Business of HYPE. Please don't forget to rate, comment and subscribe to our other shows MIC/LINE, The Anthropology, The HYPE Report and HYPETALKS.

Rastaclat founder Daniel Kasidi tells us the meaning behind his bracelet company. What started as a shoelace that has grown into a global movement, Rastaclat came from a simple idea that Daniel had while skateboarding. Today the brand aims in building community and bringing awareness to various issues.  As always, thank you for tuning into HYPEBEAST Radio and Business of HYPE. Please don't forget to rate, comment and subscribe to our other shows MIC/LINE, The Anthropology, The HYPE Report and HYPETALKS.

Nicole McLaughlin is an unconventional conceptual designer. If you’re unfamiliar with her name, you have most likely come across her Instagram account. From slippers made out of Ikea bags, to sweaters made from Carhartt beanies, Nicole’s side hobby of upcycling materials into fashion-forward garments have earned her a cult following on social media. Known for upcycling old garments into unusual wearable creations, she tells us how she went from speech pathology to graphic design and dumpster diving to create sustainable art.  As always, thank you for tuning into HYPEBEAST Radio and Business of HYPE. Please don't forget to rate, comment and subscribe to our other shows MIC/LINE, The Anthropology, The HYPE Report and HYPETALKS.