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Turntable Teachers
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MA-based school teachers dive into the world of music, providing a variety of content such as local artist interviews, album reviews, song recommendations, and many other music-related discussions. Class is in session!
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Guest Speaker Ep. 149: C Scharp
3w ago00:52:57Tap to summarizeOn Episode 149, we welcome Lawrence, MA artist, producer, & engineer, C Scharp, to the show! C Scharp has been a staple in the 978 for nearly two decades as a multi-faceted creative in both the hip-hop and dancehall genres. You may know him from his production credits and features with artists such as Termanology, Paul Wall, Kota the Friend, & Sheek Louch. Recently, C Scharp just releases his joint album 'Don't Wait' with longtime friend & collaborator, Fingaz, who passed away before its release. C Scharp describes the difficulty of the loss, and how his memory inspired the album title and overall artistic direction. C Scharp & Mike also discuss a variety of other topics, including his upbringing between Lawrence, MA & Kissimmee, FL, the best parts of Puerto Rican culture, some of his favorite upcoming artists from the 978, and so much more. Follow C Scharp on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cscharp/ Stream 'Don't Wait on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/dont-wait/1863408515 Stream 'Don't Wait' on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/3imGYVpXXQmXrBkesk9MpK?si=bqtszI-kQ6Ke5b4PI7DpNA Check out our studio, AOA Studios, and book a session or service with us: https://www.aoastudios.org Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@turntableteachers Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ
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Guest Speaker Ep. 148: okaykirby
Apr 1301:25:51Tap to summarizeOn Episode 148, we welcome back artist & producer okaykirby! On his sophomore episode, okaykirby does a deep dive with Mike on his latest project 'Oblivion' as he shares the personal and difficult moments in his recent life that ultimately led to the inspiration behind it. Mike & okaykirby also discuss collaborating on the visuals for 'Oblivion'. okaykirby describes the duality of living near Boston vs growing up in Western, MA, and how both have shaped his artistry. He also reflects on his recent engagement, and how the support from his fiancé enhance his artistic career. Lastly, Mike asks him a series of questions in relation to okaykirby's comic book obsession Follow okaykirby on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/okaykirby_/ Stream 'oblivion' on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/oblivion/1833927652 Stream 'oblivion' on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/1FhK6bBbEdGC7US0MBcNEH?si=hjIx46XxQoyDh1S6b9xcng Check out our studio, AOA Studios, and book a session or service with us: https://www.aoastudios.org Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@turntableteachers Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ
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Guest Speaker Ep. 147: KSAP
Feb 2300:56:27Tap to summarizeOn Episode 147 of the Guest Speaker Series, we are joined by rising hip-hop artist KSAP! Currently a senior at Medford High School, KSAP is the youngest guest we have ever had on the show, as well as the youngest artist to be nominated for a Boston Music Award this past December for his music video “100 Miles”. Despite not taking home the award, KSAP reflects on what he still feels like is a win and a huge achievement, especially as he got accepted to Berklee College of Music shortly after. KSAP discusses what he hopes to learn there, as well as his goals for his future in music. KSAP also shares the deep connections he’s made in Medford, particularly within the high school community, and talks at length about the support he’s received throughout his young music career. He also praises his mother & grandparents for their encouragement and credits them for helping him become the young man and artist he is today. KSAP & Mike also reflect on the Boston music scene as whole, discussing what KSAP believes is a lack of mutual support amongst creatives, and how to potentially navigate the landscape and create positive change within the culture. KSAP brings a fresh perspective not only to the genre of hip-hop, but how to effectively create a brand and a movement that impacts his peers. KSAP is a bright and innovative mind that has all of the aspects necessary to be a musical mainstay in Boston and beyond for years to come. Follow KSAP on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ksapmusic/ Stream 'Didn't Ask To Feel This Much' on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/album/didnt-ask-to-feel-this-much/1816919497 Stream 'Didn't Ask To Feel This Much' on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/59hX5pIDsWoAHUPWDMCaHu?si=gJT3I4aBQe6HI6yg_APigQ Check out our studio, AOA Studios, and book a session or service with us: https://www.aoastudios.org Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@turntableteachers Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ
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Guest Speaker Ep. 146: B Cave
Jan 2101:22:43Tap to summarizeOn our first episode of 2026, we welcome rapper & producer B Cave to the show! B Cave shares his story of coming from a very musical family, but choosing to take sports such as baseball more seriously until he starting making beats in college. He then made the leap to move to LA right after his time playing baseball at Tampa University, knowing nobody and having no connections; he even lived in a hostile for 6 months. But B Cave persevered, and is now flourishing in his time out in LA, working with high-level producers such as Max Mitchell, and creating the duo 5TH YEAR with fellow collaborator Dayne Black B Cave is also fresh off of his latest solo album release ‘SAGE’ which features some of his best work yet, and also comes off the heels of his most tumultuous year of his life, which included a serious arm injury that forced him to take a break from music altogether. The album is really a full-circle moment for B Cave, and he shares the in-depth story with us. B Cave and Mike also discuss a variety of other topics, including the legacy of Mac Miller, the importance of authenticity, writing music from real experiences, and so much more. Full episode is out now on YouTube and all podcast streaming platforms! Follow B Cave on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maceyomaze/ Stream 'SAGE' on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/sage/1843649228 Stream 'SAGE' on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/6hTgtMrnILKBqqZFAjOJ2s?si=icW5mUmySV2jtEgLii4jkw Check out our studio, AOA Studios, and book a session or service with us: https://www.aoastudios.org/inquiriesbooking Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@turntableteachers Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ
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Guest Speaker Ep. 145: MaceyOMaze & Ty Boogie
Dec 2801:10:50Tap to summarizeOn Episode 145 of the Guest Speaker series, Mike sits down with Boston artist & producer MaceyOMaze, and artist manager Ty Boogie, both of whom are a part of the eclectic group Ethereal Visions (or commonly known as EV) and are making waves within the New England music scene. Macey & Ty discuss how EV was formed, as well as the influences they have drawn from groups before them, much like Van Buren Records. The guys also discuss how VB has been supportive of EV's rise as well. MaceyOMaze is also on the heels of dropping an incredible project titled 'See You In Boston' in collaboration with legendary emcee and producer, Edo G, who fully produced the album. Macey discusses the full circle moment of Edo G being his father's favorite artist growing up, and how shooting the video for single "Father'd a Child" was a dream come true for him and his family. Mike, Macey, & Ty also discuss a variety of topics and stories, including Ty nearly getting stranded in NYC, Macey's vast knowledge and fandom of video games, and so much more. Follow MaceyOMaze on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maceyomaze/ Follow Ty Boogie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tyboogie_97/ Follow EV on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/etherealvisionsus/ Stream 'See You In Boston' on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/see-you-in-boston/1802787508 Stream 'See You In Boston' on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/16DG19xDKhIkJaOQ8FQKmk?si=DKKcG6esSjSpH_izo4M1-A Watch the "Father'd a Child" music video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fSG8dUF-9S0 Check out our studio, AOA Studios, and book a session or service with us: https://www.aoastudios.org/inquiriesbooking Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@turntableteachers Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ
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Guest Speaker Ep. 144: Ishan
Dec 1600:53:05Tap to summarizeOn Episode 144 of the Guest Speaker Series, we welcome artist & producer, Ishan, to the show! Ishan has been steadily on the rise in MA & beyond showcasing immaculate wordplay, and production that has reached a national level, in particular on Termanology & Paul Wall’s “Do It For the Ghetto” featuring Big K.R.I.T. Ishan takes plenty of time on this episode paying homage to his parents who instilled a high-level work ethic in him at a young age, and his management and creative team who have helped to bring that work ethic to life in his music. Ishan also talks at length about his new project ‘SMOKEBREAK’ which saw many different iterations before its release. While it’s only a short EP, this features some of his best work to date, with hard-hitting production and effortless bars. Mike & Ishan also discuss a variety of other topics, including Ishan’s work as a cancer-research scientist, his extensive experience traveling the world, and so much more. Follow Ishan on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ishantherapper/?hl=en Stream 'SMOKEBREAK' on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/smokebreak-ep/1835551686 Stream 'SMOKEBREAK' on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/08KkudMpxSugZPnuP7KodQ?si=yeZju4V-SVe5NbMaIqNYfA Check out our studio, AOA Studios, and book a session or service with us: https://www.aoastudios.org/inquiriesbooking Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@turntableteachers Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ
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Guest Speaker Ep. 143: 4KPHIL.
Dec 101:00:00Tap to summarizeOn Episode 143 of the Guest Speaker series, we welcome Connecticut’s very own 4KPHIL. to the show! 4KPHIL. is a hip-hop artist who’s steadily been making a name for himself in New England and beyond, including his track “Young Picasso” (produced by soupy2k) being featured on NBA2K22, as well as single “Truancy” found its way on multiple editorial playlists and has amassed over half a million streams on Spotify alone. 4KPHIL. sits down with Mike to have one of the most candid conversations the podcast has seen so far this year. 4KPHIL. shares a deeply personal story about being the victim of gun violence, one that he has seldom shared publicly before. Ultimately that experience shifted his life forever as he completely put all of his efforts into music from there on out, and has never looked back. From there, 4KPHIL. & Mike have an open and honest conversation about their views regarding gun violence in America in general. The guys also touch on some lighter topics, including 4KPHIL. becoming a father and the impact his son has on his life and music career, as well as the collective of artists and creatives based in Minnesota known as Paperjack Productions whom he has formed an important bond with. They also discuss some of 4KPHIL’s experiences in Minnesota which include his favorite spots on Eat Street, riding a mechanical bull at the Mall of America, his strong stance on Drake as an artist, and so much more. Follow 4KPHIL. on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4kphil._/ Stream 'making the band: act 2' on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/gb/album/making-the-band-act-2-ep/1831848576 Stream 'making the band: act 2' on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/1DCN55E6gSatWH3o0LZ1Wj?si=9W1ukSpCT6u7KQFnLNbPgw Check out our studio, AOA Studios, and book a session or service with us: https://www.aoastudios.org/inquiriesbooking Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@turntableteachers Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ
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Guest Speaker Ep. 142: Yanna G
Oct 3100:45:19Tap to summarizeOn Episode 142 of the Guest Speaker Series, we welcome a rising R&B/hip-hop star in the MA music scene, Yanna G, to the show! Yanna is fresh off the release of her latest album ‘ON EVERYTHING I LOVE VOL. 2’, produced in full by Billboard-charting producer Chase N. Cashe, with features such as SVMBV, Nay Speaks, Funeral Ant Bell, & Hil Holla. Yanna discusses her evolution as an artist from the album’s predecessor, as well as what it’s like to work with someone like Chase N. Cashe. She also shares her experiences performing at No Hype Fest earlier in the fall. Basketball was also a huge part of Yanna G’s identity growing up, which she discusses at length, especially her decision to quit playing competitively despite receiving Division 1 interest. Her transition into making music was seamless, especially have musical influences like her father growing up. Mike & Yanna also discuss a variety of additional topics, including what the Words Speak Life initiative means to her, how she embraces learning & love throughout her life, how knitting is therapeutic, why Amanda Seales’ writing resonates with her, and so much more. Follow Yanna G on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealyannag/ Stream 'ON EVERYTHING I LOVE VOL. 2' on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/on-everything-i-love-vol-2/1842743321 Stream 'ON EVERYTHING I LOVE VOL. 2' on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/70se3qmAfJtNGAJrnnZdz4?si=-HpgvrAXRC-p4QBPdSL9bQ Check out our studio, AOA Studios, and book a session or service with us: https://www.aoastudios.org/inquiriesbooking Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@turntableteachers Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ
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Guest Speaker Ep. 141: Maeko
Oct 1401:14:34Tap to summarizeOn Episode 141 of the Guest Speaker Series, we welcome back Maeko to the show! It’s been a while since we’ve caught up with Maeko, but he’s back to discuss his latest album ‘Blue Green Casino’ along with the process that went into its creation. Mike & Maeko also discuss a major theme of the album which is gambling & taking risks, ultimately leading them down a conversation surrounding addiction in many forms. They also talk about trying to eliminate expectations surrounding how we measure success in relation to releasing art & music into the world. Maeko also shares his appreciation for his fiancé Kri for not only inspiring him creatively in his artistic direction, but also helping him in many of the aspects of his music on the business side. Follow Makeo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maekosays/ Stream 'Blue Green Casino' on Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/album/blue-green-casino/1831539814 Stream 'Blue Green Casino' on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/4qZHve2gWFe9g0mB5AJAxM?si=QHnTFKLRR1WrxyC3ToABig Check out our studio, AOA Studios, and book a session or service with us: https://www.aoastudios.org/inquiriesbooking Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@turntableteachers Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ
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Guest Speaker Ep. 140: C4RP00L
Sep 3000:39:07Tap to summarizeOn Episode 140 of the Guest Speaker Series, we welcome LA-based hip-hop collective C4RP00L to the show! C4RP00L is compromised of three friends Renzo Starr, Michael the Villain, and Kent Danger, originally all from North Carolina. Their journey started when they met at NC State as college students, and they quickly became acquainted one another and realized their synergy musically. Since, they have toured the country performing together, and also released three full length albums as a part of their ‘CREATURE MODE’ trilogy: “Vulnerable”, “Velocity”, and “Vicious”, each one representative of a member of the group. C4RP00L also performed in Boston during their visit in July as a part of our “Mind Flex Presents” showcase series at New Dia. The guys discuss their story of coming together as a group, as well as their individual influences musically. They also share their vision for the group moving forward, and how they managed to create success for themselves through a DIY approach. Follow C4RP00L on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/c4rp00l/ Follow Renzo Starr on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/renz0starr/ Follow Michael the Villain on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelthevillain/ Follow Kent Danger on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kentdangerr/ Stream 'CREATURE MODE: VULNERABLE': https://open.spotify.com/album/6DCGFxvTtfDknKxy4n0aO3?si=okM35wEgTf2R4UQgBz_ipg Stream 'CREATURE MODE: VELOCITY': https://open.spotify.com/album/4T6xS2GYZTC1Wgnk0wZZar?si=3LIJQZDOSP247FKrqGA1cA Stream 'CREATURE MODE: VICIOUS': https://open.spotify.com/album/0h4UpuTpCMjWuyysntwJRz?si=uG0n1oppT_eCTEgRkU46ng Check out our studio, AOA Studios, and book a session or service with us: https://www.aoastudios.org/inquiriesbooking Follow our social media and blogs Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/turntableteachers/?hl=en Tik Tok - https://www.tiktok.com/@turntableteachers Blog - https://www.turntableteachers.com/blog Shop - https://www.turntableteachers.com/shop Subscribe to our streaming services Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-turntable-teachers/id1448694925 Google Play - https://playmusic.app.goo.gl/?ibi=com.google.PlayMusic&isi=691797987&ius=googleplaymusic&apn=com.google.android.music&link=https://play.google.com/music/m/Icujt6fhi2je7zzfxjkr7glcowe?t%3DThe_Turntable_Teachers%26pcampaignid%3DMKT-na-all-co-pr-mu-pod-16 Soundcloud - https://soundcloud.com/user-538618877 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4UJh499meoTP5wV2b2jrb0?si=EMaTjq9CR2-_zA6orKQNEQ
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