Capital J breaks down the real process behind making mixtapes before streaming, downloads, and social media. From hunting records, choosing the hottest first song, blending R&B with hip-hop, shouting out stores, dubbing tapes, selling hand-to-hand, and building street distribution — this episode is a history lesson on mixtape culture from someone who lived it.

DL Glass connects the mixtape grind to independent film distribution, showing how music, movies, bootlegs, and street networks helped local creators reach places they never expected.

Episode 149 features Mike Gee of the legendary Jungle Brothers.

Mike Gee joins Capital J and DL Glass to talk about the Jungle Brothers’ legacy, the evolution of hip-hop, the Native Tongues era, and how the message of hip-hop has changed from the ’80s and ’90s to today.

Mike Gee also reflects on Hip-Hop’s 50th anniversary, touring across the U.S. and Europe, performing throughout New York City, and why he respects today’s generation of artists for learning ownership, distribution, and the business behind the music.

A conversation about hip-hop history, culture, business, and where the music is headed next.

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What happens when a 22-year-old man is sentenced to spend nearly two decades behind bars—and chooses to transform his life instead of letting prison define it?

In this powerful episode of Capital City Podcast, Capital J and DL Glass sit down with Mike Anderson, author of “A Polished Soul”, for an honest conversation about incarceration, redemption, faith, fatherhood, and the power of second chances.

Mike shares how he spent 17½ years in prison without a single infraction, earned a business degree while incarcerated, and ultimately returned home with a renewed purpose: helping the next generation avoid the mistakes he made.

The conversation goes far beyond one man’s story. Together, they discuss:

• Growing up in North Carolina and the choices that changed Mike’s life forever • The prison system and what rehabilitation really looks like • Why mentorship matters more than ever for young Black men • Fatherhood, community, and breaking generational cycles • Mental health, social media, and the challenges facing today’s youth • How A Polished Soul became both a book and a feature film

This isn’t just a story about prison—it’s a story about purpose, accountability, forgiveness, and the people who believed in someone when the world had written them off.

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DJ Billy Bill joins the Capital City Podcast for an unforgettable conversation about his journey through North Carolina’s hip-hop culture—from learning to DJ in Durham to becoming a key figure at the legendary Mr. Freeze Records in Raleigh.

Billy Bill shares stories from the golden era of mixtapes, earning a residency at Kamikaze’s, working alongside Mr. Freeze, building one of the Triangle’s longest-running Black-owned record stores, and helping preserve vinyl culture for a new generation. He also discusses the rise and fall of the mixtape business, the return of records, teaching the next generation of DJs, and why adapting to change has been the key to his success.

Whether you’re a DJ, music lover, vinyl collector, entrepreneur, or simply passionate about North Carolina history, this episode is packed with untold stories, industry insight, and valuable lessons from one of the state’s most respected DJs.

In this episode:

• Billy Bill’s introduction to DJing in Durham
• Landing a residency at the legendary Kamikaze’s nightclub
• Behind the scenes at Mr. Freeze Records
• The mixtape era and how DJs built their careers
• Why vinyl is making a powerful comeback
• The business of running a record store for more than 20 years
• Teaching the next generation of DJs
• Supporting Black-owned businesses and preserving music culture

If you enjoy conversations about hip-hop history, DJ culture, entrepreneurship, and North Carolina’s music legacy, don’t forget to follow, rate, and share the Capital City Podcast.

In this episode of the Capital City Podcast, Capital J and DL Glass sit down with the one and only Dame of Dame's Chicken & Waffles for an in-depth conversation about entrepreneurship, struggle, reinvention, and building one of North Carolina’s most recognized restaurant brands.

Dame shares the untold story behind the creation of Dame’s Chicken & Waffles — from struggling as a caterer and nearly losing everything, to turning a bold chicken-and-waffle concept into a cultural staple in Durham and beyond.

Topics include:

• The meaning behind the famous menu names

• Growing up in Fayetteville, NC

• Corporate life and working overseas in Asia

• Getting laid off and betting on himself

• Building Blue Mountain Catering

• Rebranding into Dame’s Chicken & Waffles

• Surviving tax issues and business setbacks

• Expanding into Greensboro and lessons learned

• Quality control, leadership, and restaurant culture

• Why community support matters

• Future expansion plans for the Dame’s brand

This episode is a masterclass in resilience, branding, and Black entrepreneurship in North Carolina.

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After 20+ years in radio, Brian Dawson sits down with Capital City Podcast for one of his most honest conversations yet.

In this episode, Brian Dawson opens up about:

• Why he officially left radio
• Feeling like the industry was moving too slow
• Building his DJ brand outside the station
• Making more money beyond radio
• Outgrowing comfort and betting on himself
• The business of media, branding, and longevity

This is more than a podcast episode — it’s a real conversation about growth, ownership, and knowing when it’s time to move on.

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Before he became known as the Hip Hop Chef, he was helping shape North Carolina’s hip-hop culture.

In this episode of Capital City Podcast, Capital J and DL Glass sit down with the Hip Hop Chef to discuss his journey through the early days of North Carolina’s hip-hop scene, the impact of local radio, and the people who helped build the culture throughout North Carolina.

From the era of 102 Jamz and legendary personalities like K-Nice, Polo, and T-Love to the evolution of hip-hop in the Carolinas, this conversation uncovers stories and history that many fans have never heard before.

If you love hip-hop history, North Carolina culture, radio, DJs, community pioneers, and the untold stories behind the music, this is an episode you do not want to miss.

Topics include:
• Early North Carolina hip-hop culture
• The rise of 102 Jamz
• North Carolina’s influence on hip-hop
• Building community through music
• The Hip Hop Chef’s journey
• Untold stories from the culture

Subscribe to Capital City Podcast for conversations that preserve and celebrate North Carolina’s contribution to hip-hop culture.

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The DJ being late can ruin the whole event.

Capital J breaks down why being on time is not just professional — it protects the promoter, the venue, the crowd, and your own reputation.

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