

New York Said
Amon Focus
New York - Hosted by Amon Focus, the New York Said podcast features in-depth conversations with people you don't often hear from, to hear things that aren't often shared (said), spotlighting life in New York.
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Apr 18, 2018 • 1h 6min
The MTA and the Cost of Honesty with Christopher Taylor
Today's guest on the show is Christopher Taylor. In this episode we chop it up about driving a bus for the mta, raising children without patience, what it takes to live in NY, why live in NY, books and giving back. Show Notes: http://www.newyorksaid.com/christopher-taylor/

Apr 10, 2018 • 39min
Pointing out the Elephant in the Room with Al Diaz
Today's guest on the show is Al Diaz. In this episode we talk about SAMO, razor tag, first jobs, the art world, early graffiti culture, internal motivation, Hugh Masakela, old New York and kicking heroin. Show Notes: https://www.newyorksaid.com/al-diaz/

Apr 3, 2018 • 49min
Wrongfully Convicted - Part 3 - Sundhe Moses
Today's guest on the show is Sundhe Moses also known as Shine. Shine was wrongly convicted of killing a 4 year girl in Brooklyn and did over 18 years in prison for it. In this episode we talk about changing lives, corruption, good people in prison, a way out, getting familiar with basic law, commanding respect and demanding respect. Show Notes: https://www.newyorksaid.com/sundhe-moses/

Mar 27, 2018 • 35min
Wrongfully Convicted - Part 2 - Sundhe Moses
Today's guest on the show is Sundhe Moses also known as Shine. Shine was wrongly convicted of killing a 4 year girl in Brooklyn and did over 18 years in prison for it. In this episode we talk about the system, corruption, a time computation sheet, guilt, shame and examining a person’s character over time. Show Notes: https://www.newyorksaid.com/sundhe-moses/

Mar 21, 2018 • 1h 2min
Wrongfully Convicted - Part 1 - Sundhe Moses
Today's guest on the show is Sundhe Moses, but I know him as Shine. Shine was wrongly convicted of killing a 4 year girl in Brooklyn and did over 18 years in prison for it. Instead of hitting you over the head with a 3 hour episode. I'm going break it down into 3 parts. In this episode we talk about growing up in Brooklyn, karate flicks, getting locked up, Rikers Island, How to Survive Prison, wrongful conviction and never losing hope. Show Notes: https://www.newyorksaid.com/sundhe-moses/

Mar 14, 2018 • 17min
Will Kurtz Creates Realistic Life-Size Figures and Animals out of Newspaper
Live from SCOPE Art Show today's guest on the show is Will Kurtz. In this episode we have an in-depth conversation about landscape architecture, making connections, comedy and his sculpture art. Show Notes: https://www.newyorksaid.com/will-kurtz/

Mar 6, 2018 • 1h 4min
The Keys and Reeds of Grammy award-winning artist Casey Benjamin
Live from the West Village today's guest on the show is Casey Benjamin aka DJ Stutzmcgee. Casey is a 2X Grammy award winner, multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, producer, DJ, Yamaha artist and muscle car enthusiast. In this episode we have an in-depth conversation about his beginnings as a saxophonist, the vocoder, DJing, racism, Prince experiences, style, racing cars and the Robert Glasper Experiment. Show Notes: https://www.newyorksaid.com/casey-benjamin/

Feb 26, 2018 • 1h 4min
Keisha "TK" Dutes - Radio, Podcasting, Making the Leap and Building an Audience
Live from Bushwick, Brooklyn today's guest on the show is Keisha "TK" Dutes. In this episode we talk about TK in the AM, independent podcasting versus corporate podcasting, gatekeepers, terrestrial radio, taking that leap, freelance life, hustling, mental health, building an audience and legacy. Show Notes: https://www.newyorksaid.com/keisha-tk-dutes/

Feb 21, 2018 • 1h 7min
Joey Golden - Problematic
Live from Washington Square Park today's guest on the show is Joey Golden. In this episode we talk about his latest EP, NY childhood games, getting into trouble, mixtape culture, fitting a description and entering the music industry. Show Notes - https://www.newyorksaid.com/joey-golden/

Feb 13, 2018 • 53min
Rasheed Flake - Understanding the Full Spectrum of your Craft
Recorded right in Midtown NYC, today's guest on the show is Rasheed Flake. In this episode we talk about South Jamaica Queens, drumming in the church, the importance of reading music, Reverend Flake, reality checks and how love goes a long way. Show Notes: https://www.newyorksaid.com/rasheed-flake/