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Close Your Ears

Close Your Ears

By Eric Hicks

Close Your Ears podcast is a platform to discuss current/trending topics, promote rising businesses, artists, and events; while even spreading awareness about the good and sometimes bad things happening in our own back yard of the 717 area (Harrisburg,Pa). Close Your Ears is also an open platform meaning we’re about letting others voice their opinion and we encourage you to do it with us... Also it’s called Close Your Ears because you may not agree and or not like the opinions you may hear and we kingly ask in that manner you very much just CLOSE YOUR EARS !!!!
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Close Your Ears Jan 11, 2021

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March Madness

March Madness

This episodes its just Icepick. No guest. No co host. As I give my thoughts on March Madness and the narrative that the women are balling harder than the men, BMF's southwest Tee and why he isn't the simp the internet is calling his character. I also give my take on how to break off a relationship plus much more !!! Music by: Itee

Mar 26, 202401:44:22
Christi'an's Cow Head Tradition (feat. Christi'an)

Christi'an's Cow Head Tradition (feat. Christi'an)

This episode it's just Icepick and he's joined by #CYE alum Christi'an Yellowdy as she returns for her third time around on the set and we catching up on the madness thats been happening in Gotham City since the judge shooting went viral last month. So we're discussing an flustered BMD league, teacher vs pastor fight at the high, shootout with the pigs and much more !!!

Mar 18, 202401:57:07
TeamS2W (feat. Jay Dee & Meech)

TeamS2W (feat. Jay Dee & Meech)

This episode its Icepick and Nasty Nas Joined by TeamS2W (Gaming & Content Crew) and we're having a conversation of the ages. From talking can a man be happy if his new bae got no bod which led to a whole different convo in itself. We always give our thoughts on the Tyson vs Paul match up in July before we speak on the evolution of Shoot 2 Win to TeamS2W

Mar 11, 202402:28:01
Maverick Global Distribution (feat. Chill)

Maverick Global Distribution (feat. Chill)

This episode we sit with former promoter out of the southside Chicago area Chill; as he shares his journey from promoting to being CEO of Maverick distribution company and HYPE magazine plus much more. Music by: LaConteau

Mar 04, 202457:37
Ricky's Baby (feat. RickyyBabyy)

Ricky's Baby (feat. RickyyBabyy)

This episode its just Icepick and he get's to sit down with his oldest creation Aiden Hicks-Laing aka Rickyy Babyy the best rapper in the city as he stated. So we're discussing influences in the music industry and his own rap beef and wtf it came from, and why I feel it was uncalled for and much more. Music by: Rickyy Babyy

Feb 26, 202401:16:10
Gotham Knights: The RICO Episode (part 1)

Gotham Knights: The RICO Episode (part 1)

This episode its just Icepick and I'm giving my thought on dating age gaps, discussing the mass shooting in Kansas City they aren't calling a mass shooting, local news platform thats pandering to blacks for the second year in row, plus a I breakdown a local judge shooting her second lover and not being charged yet plus much more !!! Music by: RickyyBabyy

Feb 19, 202401:29:50
BLACK'ish (Feat. Alfread Sloan)

BLACK'ish (Feat. Alfread Sloan)

  • This Episode it's just Icepick & #CYE alum Alfred Sloan and we're talking our usual talk.
  • Recently on #CYE we haven't been able to escape bringing the OJ Simpson trial in correlation to race in America.
  • We also discuss local high situation that was taking place as we we're recording that lead to a 8 hr lockdown for that school.
  • We cover #BlackFacts and a 12 BILLION dollar debt to HBCU's and much more !!!
  • #BlackwallStreet
  • Music by: Bob Son
Feb 16, 202401:26:08
Domino (Feat. Amy T)

Domino (Feat. Amy T)

This episode we sit with returning guest Amy T as we discuss some trending stories, touch on a little local mayhem, and we get a taste of reparations and black history month from the white perspective plus much more... Music by: Dynastie #IgboPeople #ClaudetteColvin

Feb 12, 202402:00:09
Billigan's Island (feat. William "Billigan" Hicks)

Billigan's Island (feat. William "Billigan" Hicks)

This episode its just Icepick and his cousin Billigan; one of the worlds hottest photographers. Gives us an update since his last conversation on #CYE on life in Thailand where he has been residing the past five years. In exchange I give him the latest on local news and much more !!!

Feb 05, 202401:30:30
Gema Drops that Gems (featuring Najimah Roberson & L Boogie Boo)

Gema Drops that Gems (featuring Najimah Roberson & L Boogie Boo)

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<li><strong>This episode we're shouting out Nasty Nas for his 25th Bday.</strong></li>
<li><strong>Introducing L Boogie Boo; ceo/cfo of Nurses At Heart as our new co host.</strong></li>
<li><strong>We're also joined by #CYE alum Najimah aka Gema; NPO founder (Harrisburg Families United) and Childcare facility owner (A Community of Blessings) as she shares and her future plans for the her business and updates us on her Non-Profit. </strong></li>
<li><strong>Harrisburg High Principal suspended with pay for the Gotham City update of the week.</strong></li>
<li><strong>Eunice Carter #BlackFact</strong></li>
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Jan 29, 202401:33:33
Truth Be Told (part2)

Truth Be Told (part2)

This episode we revisit some of last episode as we discuss more on the angry good brother on trial plus we add a new Gotham City goon; Senorita Sad Tits. We also talking NFL playoffs, NBA, reparations plus much more. Music by: RickyyBabyyy #OsbornDorsey

Jan 15, 202401:30:26
Truth Be Told

Truth Be Told

We're back with the first episode of 2024. So we gave a quick recap of a few of the most memorable news clips from 2023, discuss goals for 2024. Of course we had to speak on the most trending interview of 2024 featuring Katt Williams and so much more !!!

Jan 08, 202401:36:22
Raising Connie (feat. LaConteau Williams)

Raising Connie (feat. LaConteau Williams)

This episode we sit with returning #CYE guest (WEP WEP episode) Connie as she shares with us her business trip to Congo she recently was on for international marketing and we find out if sis is a real African or was it just business, thoughts on women not taking their husbands last name at the time of marriage, plus much more !!!

Dec 08, 202301:42:18
Never Settle... Unless to Diddy

Never Settle... Unless to Diddy

This episode its just Nasty Nas & Icepick as we discussed trending topics from the local mayhem that made donkey of the day, Joe Smith's wife rubbing down Cam'Ron on his show, to Cassie vs Diddy, plus much more !!! Music: by RickyyBabyyy #DanaADorsey

Nov 20, 202301:45:25
My City My Opinion (feat. Shawnte White)

My City My Opinion (feat. Shawnte White)

this episode we sit down with Shawnte White born and raised concerned citizen of Harrisburg as we discuss local politics and social issues that plaque every black inner city plus much more !!!

Nov 13, 202302:18:37
Mr. Shoot 2 Win

Mr. Shoot 2 Win

This episode is our 150th so shout out to all of listeners that keep up going !! We're join by Jay Dee; entrepreneur and jack of all trades whose main focus is the Electronic Arts industry aka gaming. Beings Jay Dee is a huge combat sports fan we talk boxing, ufc, and football. Also we ask who is the greatest white basketball player of all time before digging into the journey that landed him to create one of the very few gaming networks in the area and much more.

Nov 06, 202301:52:20
ALL EARZ ON ME (feat. Aydin & Scoot)

ALL EARZ ON ME (feat. Aydin & Scoot)

This episode is just Icepick, as I try to keep it short and sweet this episode for once. But short can be just as explosive as we discuss the hard decision of separating yourself from those that don’t support or love you the way you deserve and we take a turn and give a psa for locals of Gotham City and of course names are said. Music by: Dynastie
Nov 02, 202347:01
The Struggle is Weak

The Struggle is Weak

This episode I’m joined by #CYE alum who want’s to remain anonymous for federal reasons and chop it up about a lot of bullshit from my recent internet beefs, rumors of robbery at our local YMCA, disrespeckin the marriage but you knew what you was getting into, and much more. Music by: RickyyBabyyy
Nov 01, 202301:33:43
Smokin Kiwi Strawberry Lemonade

Smokin Kiwi Strawberry Lemonade

This episode its just Icepick his and his thoughts on the Dwight Howard situation, “The List” making the news, local mayhem in Gotham City, secret animosity from followers and much more !!! Music by: RickyyBabyyy #JoeFrazier
Oct 31, 202301:32:13
Mac Sauce Beats (feat. Vince Waters Jr)

Mac Sauce Beats (feat. Vince Waters Jr)

This episode we sit with music producer “Mac Sauce” as he shares with us his love for music and his journey thru the production game that turned him into a No Limit Solider and much more. Music by: RickyyBabyyy
Oct 26, 202302:01:51
Cheesecake. Spit. War (feat. Sharita Thorn)

Cheesecake. Spit. War (feat. Sharita Thorn)

This episode we’re joined by CYE alum Sharita THORNVITTLES and we discuss some trending topics like what celebrities you would let spit in your mouth, what restaurant to take her on a first date, and we take a moment to disused the war in the Middle East plus much more. Music by: Tiphani
Oct 23, 202302:01:43
WOW DAMN FOXY HAIR (feat. Latoria B)

WOW DAMN FOXY HAIR (feat. Latoria B)

This episode we sit with owner of WOW DAMN FOXY HAIR. A hand made wig store that specializes in many styles for different needs. She shares her journey as an entrepreneur, teacher, and much more. Music by: Dynastie
Oct 16, 202301:40:59
Author of Diversity (feat. Dr. Lamarr Renee Spencer)

Author of Diversity (feat. Dr. Lamarr Renee Spencer)

This episode we sit with CYE alum Dr. Lamarr Renee Spencer to get an update on the new book she is in the process of cooking up. We also get her take on some trendy topics like loaning family money, working with your significant other plus much more. Music by: LadyLex #ToniMorrison #AudreLorde #ZoraHurston
Oct 09, 202301:36:53
License to Kill (feat.Khrissy C)

License to Kill (feat.Khrissy C)

This episode we talking cop killings in Pa by gun and vehicle, man arrested in connection to Tupac murder, being solicited for content and much more. Music by: RickyyBabyyy
Oct 06, 202301:33:58
Remy Season pt2 (Nicole Crankfield & Khrissy C)

Remy Season pt2 (Nicole Crankfield & Khrissy C)

This episode we revisit episode 141 as we continue to discuss relationships and cheating.
Oct 03, 202301:44:41
End an Evil Empire (feat. Autumn Fair, Andrew Fountain & Khrissy C)

End an Evil Empire (feat. Autumn Fair, Andrew Fountain & Khrissy C)

This episode we sit down with magisterial judge elect Autumn Fair and her campaign manager Andrew Fountain. As we discuss a similar story told with black candidates in the Harrisburg area while running in politics as opposition’s continually play dirty political tactics to knock the competition off the ballots. We also speak on voter turnout numbers and why blacks aren’t voting in crippling numbers plus much more. Music by: Rickyybabyyy #JaneBolin
Sep 28, 202301:51:13
Remy Season (C4 premier) feat. Nicole Crankfield & Chrissy C

Remy Season (C4 premier) feat. Nicole Crankfield & Chrissy C

This episode we’re opening up the new season Season4 and we’re joined by special guest Nicole Crankfield & new guest cohost Khrissy B as we discuss relationships and cheating plus much more !!! Music by: Dynastie feat. RickyyBabyyy
Sep 25, 202302:30:48
Mamba Out (SummerSession2 finale)

Mamba Out (SummerSession2 finale)

This episode I’m recapping all the episodes of #SummerSession2 and discussing the indirect drama involving ep138. As some of our latest guest associates didn’t like he was apart of the show so I give the back story on all of that. Music by: Dynastie & RickyyBabyyy
Sep 04, 202301:49:31
I Beg Your Pardon (feat. Lamont Jones & James Lyles)

I Beg Your Pardon (feat. Lamont Jones & James Lyles)

This episode we sit with #CYE alum Pastor Lyles and Lamont Jones. Lamont is currently running for city council and after winning one half of the election he found political rivals trying whatever they could do to knock him off the ballot. So Lamont is sharing the inside scoop with #CYE on what exactly they tried to pull and how it didn’t succeed plus so much more. Music by: Dynastie
Aug 28, 202302:15:49
Drugs. Sexuality. Support (part2)

Drugs. Sexuality. Support (part2)

This episode its just the #CYE hosts discussing verzus match ups, cocaine bears, the different sexualities of the gay community, and entrepreneurs venting about support plus more. Music by: RickyyBabyyy
Aug 17, 202301:36:34
Drugs. Sexuality. Support (part1)

Drugs. Sexuality. Support (part1)

This episode its just the #CYE hosts discussing verzus match ups, cocaine bears, the different sexualities of the gay community, and entrepreneurs venting about support plus more.
Aug 15, 202301:04:38
Shooting the Shits (feat. Moni Penny)

Shooting the Shits (feat. Moni Penny)

This episode we shooting the shits with Moni Penny and we’re giving our takes on dating and internet topics on dating plus much more. Music by: RickyyBabyyy
Aug 11, 202301:21:15
Sunny Days CDC (feat. Juanita Palmer)

Sunny Days CDC (feat. Juanita Palmer)

This episode we sit with entrepreneur and childcare provider Juanita Palmer as she give us her journey into the entrepreneurship field of owning three different facilities, what it took to get to that point, how a special curriculum in high school (Harrisburg High) prepped her for her career and much more. Music by: RickyyBabyyy
Aug 09, 202301:19:14
August 5th (Boat Brawl) feat. Sierra Diamomd

August 5th (Boat Brawl) feat. Sierra Diamomd

This episode we talking the news infamous day added to the history books. The boat brawl in Montgomery AL. As we ask ourselves would we have participated and who all was charged. We also discuss the deep history ties that particular dock or area has to slavery and much more. Music by: Tiphani #MontgomerySlaveTrade
Aug 08, 202301:46:36
Struggle To Succeed (Feat. Jawon Chisholm & Sierra Diamomd)

Struggle To Succeed (Feat. Jawon Chisholm & Sierra Diamomd)

This episode we with Personal fitness trainer Jawon Chisholm. As he shares his journey from being shot and almost losing his foot to being a 4 year starting running back for the university of Akron, battling depression, to now becoming one of the top fitness trainers in the area and much more. Music by: RickyyBabyyy
Aug 05, 202301:35:00
Let’s Do It Then

Let’s Do It Then

This episode its just Icepick and I’m discussing Clarissa Shields calling out a male professional boxer, Trump sliding free, and supporting your favorite show, plus much more. Music by: RickyyBabyyy
Aug 03, 202301:11:25
Understand You Understand Life (feat. Shanna Grant)

Understand You Understand Life (feat. Shanna Grant)

This episode we sit down with Shanna Grant; psychological major and mother as she shares her personal journey of healing from the many adversities in life stemming from her childhood and adulthood, the importance of opening up your mind and reading while healing, disadvantages blacks in business face and much more. Music by: RickyyBabyyy
Aug 01, 202301:33:33
Artist in Arkansas (feat. Tiphani & Sierra Diamond)

Artist in Arkansas (feat. Tiphani & Sierra Diamond)

This episode we sit down with independent recording artist Tiphani hailing from Conway, Arkansas. We’re discussing her gospel background and transition into to secular music, the state of women’s hip hop and the genre overall as an independent artist, biggest artists from the state of Arkansas and much more !!! Music by: Tiphani #AlGreen
Jul 31, 202301:41:31
Haiti. Education. Assassination. Gangs.Liberation (feat. Wilex Roger & Sierra Diamomd)

Haiti. Education. Assassination. Gangs.Liberation (feat. Wilex Roger & Sierra Diamomd)

This episode we sit down with Educator, Refugee, and Chemistry major; Wilex Roger as he shares his education background, concerns for his home country Haiti, the presidential assignation and much more. Music by: RickyyBabyyy #HaitiHistory
Jul 28, 202301:18:26
The Quirky Episode (feat. Amy Troutman)

The Quirky Episode (feat. Amy Troutman)

This episode we sit with Amy Troutman; Subprime Finance Manager for Bennett Auto Group in Lebanon as she shares her 20 years in automotive sells with us, thoughts on religion and dating, laws of the land your traveling to plus much more. Music by: RickyyBabyyy
Jul 27, 202301:47:46
StepOut TheBox (feat. Amanda Pagan)

StepOut TheBox (feat. Amanda Pagan)

This episode we sit down with content creator and motivational speaker Amanda Pagan as she explains to us how she found her calling as a motivational speaker for her Step Out The Box program which specializes in a focus on healing, upcoming community events she’ll be hosting, and we also discuss her content channel on YouTube plus much more. Music by RickyyBaby
Jul 25, 202301:23:55
King of the Beats (feat. Dennis “Aganee” Jenkins)

King of the Beats (feat. Dennis “Aganee” Jenkins)

This episode we sit down with Harrisburg Hip Hop Royalty as we have the pleasure of chopping it up with Grammy Nominated and 8x platinum producer and sing writer Aganee. As he shares his journey as one of the most accomplished from the small city of Harrisburg to make it in the music industry and producing beats for Justin Bieber, Meek Mills, Arianna Grande, and many more. He also gives up the scoop on his next project he wants to venture in plus much more. Music by: RickyyBaby #CurtisJackson
Jul 24, 202301:50:55
Rozay’s Touch Salon (feat. Rose Thompson)

Rozay’s Touch Salon (feat. Rose Thompson)

This episode we sit with salon owner Rose Thompson. As she shares her journey in entrepreneurship which wasn’t her initial career path but with a strong support and a passion for helping people she transitioned to an entrepreneur on a five year run. Music by: RickyyBaby
Jul 22, 202350:10
The Introduction of A Dynastie (feat. Dynastie & Eric)

The Introduction of A Dynastie (feat. Dynastie & Eric)

This episode we sit down with recording artist of Reading, Pa. Dynastie joined by her father (Eric) who is managing this bright young star. We discussed her early journey into the music industry, learn about her many other talents, touch on Eric’s background in music and much more !!! Music by: Dynastie
Jul 19, 202301:10:47
Battle 5 Extraction (feat. Jennifer Denise & Sierra Diamond)

Battle 5 Extraction (feat. Jennifer Denise & Sierra Diamond)

This episode we fashion/event planner Jennifer Denise along side with partner and plus size model/podcaster Seirra Diamond as we discuss their adult sip n shoot event, their different ventures and much. We also give our opinions on the latest abduction in Alabama to shake up the internet, Sha’Carri Richardson’s latest accomplishment , Clarissa Shields becoming the boxer of the year and much more. Music by RickyyBaby #LonnieJohnson
Jul 15, 202301:51:44
ALLEGEDLY

ALLEGEDLY

This episode we kick off our first episode of #CYE #SummerSession2 catching up on trending and local events that took place while we were on break and the latest, from KeKe wit her cakes out to a recent local historic tragedy and much more. Music by Dynastie
Jul 12, 202301:27:54
Queen of the City (feat. Ms. Diva & Angela)

Queen of the City (feat. Ms. Diva & Angela)

This episode we wrap up season3 with a special guest Ms. Diva “Queen of the City” Davenport an Harrisburg song writer and artist, accompanied by manger and wife Angela Lockhart as we discuss her journey in the music industry; including impressive resume as an opening act for many big stars, mental health, and much more !!! We hope you enjoyed season3 and definitely ended it off with hometown royalty !!!
Jun 23, 202301:57:51
Everything Ashley (feat. Ashley Miller)

Everything Ashley (feat. Ashley Miller)

This episode we sit down with Ashley Miller an Harrisburg born content creator out of Delaware; as we discuss the journey behind her YouTube channel _EverythingAshley_ where she creates travel, fashion, makeup, and every day living content. She also is a business owner in the photography & multimedia industry. We also talk body surgery and the deadly risk plus much more. Music by:Itee
Jun 19, 202301:45:46
Shine Mine (feat. Capriel)

Shine Mine (feat. Capriel)

This episode we sit down an entrepreneur thats doing more. Capriel shares her journey on how she got into entrepreneurship owning a bakery, teeth whiting service, her community event coming June 25th. We also give weigh in on the Sukihana situation involving YK Osiris and much more !!! #TinaTurner Music by: Dynastie
Jun 16, 202302:01:35
Ministry vs Menace Trees (feat. Pastor James Lyles)

Ministry vs Menace Trees (feat. Pastor James Lyles)

This episode we welcome returning #CYE alum Pastor James Lyles as he updates us on the many programs his ministry has to offer the dauphin county area like the 26th annual wheel a thon that rewards children grades 3-12 with free bike for good grades, funding for his programs, and much more !!! Music by: Dynastie
Jun 13, 202301:39:07