Raising A Rapper
By Venita Mccollum
Raising A RapperSep 18, 2020
Episode 10: Why I wrote the book Raising A Rapper and started the brand.
On this episode Venita McCollum Author of the book and host of the podcast Talks, why she wrote the book, what’s in the book, how the podcast was created, why she felt the need to defuse all the stereotypes about rappers. You don’t want to sleep on this episode.
“Raising A Rapper” podcast was inspired by the book of the same title. You can follow the host, Venita McCollum on social media platforms @VenitaMcCollum
Episode 9: Overcoming All the Obstacles on the way to the NFL
On this Episode, Sharlene Green, mother of Kansas City Chiefs Cornerback, Haykeem Bailey speaks on the challenges they had to overcome while raising her young son. The journey was not always easy, however, with the support of her mom, her two sons, and coach’s, Hakeem went from his youth football league to the NFL last year, managing to earn a Bachelors Degree along the way!
If you are a mother or father supporting your child in that dream for a chance to the NFL draft, you don’t want to miss the story of inspiration and motivation and hope.
“Raising A Rapper” podcast was inspired by the book of the same title. You can follow the host, Venita McCollum on social media platforms @VenitaMcCollum
Episode 8 “From “pots and pans” to hit producer!!!!
On this week's episode, Monica talks about how her son displayed an early love for music. The true friendship between Earl and “Lil yachty! When she first heard, City Girls hit, “Act Up”, her role in Earls's career, and the rewards his success has granted her. The experience as a hitmakers mom is all in this interview don’t miss it!
“Raising A Rapper” podcast was inspired by the book of the same title. You can follow the host, Venita McCollum on social media platforms @VenitaMcCollum
Episode 7: “XXX Lives On”
On this episode, my friend Cleo, Mother of the late rapper XXX Tentacion talks, keeping her sons legacy alive, managing her new group, the sweet new edition to her family, what the industry is missing and telling her sons story through a new documentary she’s preparing to release. If you are a XXX fan or just a fan of the culture you don’t wanna miss this amazing interview I had with x’s mom , Cleo!!!!!!
“Raising A Rapper” podcast was inspired by the book of the same title. You can follow the host, Venita McCollum on social media platforms @VenitaMcCollum
Episode 6: “My world” as the sister of a celebrity.
On this episode, Nina Lil Yachty’s sister talks about, what it is like growing up in the shadows of her famous brother. Establishing her own identity, while not relying on his name for clout, what to expect from fans, how to stay true to who you are despite your siblings' fame and much much more!! If you are the parent of a famous child with siblings or you are famous and have siblings, you definitely don’t want to miss this exciting episode!!!!!!
“Raising A Rapper” podcast was inspired by the book of the same title. You can follow the host, Venita McCollum on social media platforms @VenitaMcCollum
Episode 5: Do you know what to expect from your Entertainment Attorney?
On this Episode, Uwanda Carter-Scott, Attorney to Lil Yachty and other celebs....breaks down a 360 deal, how to obtain legal counsel with no money down, how to protect your music, your image and your brand, legal fees and much much more. If you're looking for legal representation in the industry, you don’t want to miss this informative episode!!!!!!!!!
“Raising A Rapper” podcast was inspired by the book of the same title. You can follow the host, Venita McCollum on social media platforms @VenitaMcCollum
Episode 4: “The story of a Legendary Producer “
On this episode, Laura Dotson tells how her son “Zaytoven” went from being a barber and making music in her basement, to today being a Grammy Award-winning producer. Working with artists such as Usher, Future, Gucci Mane, Lecrae, Lil Yachty, and Chief Keef.
Don’t miss this mother’s testimony of her son's amazing journey to extreme success!!!!
Episode 3: What does it take to be a YouTube sensation????
On this weeks episode, Dana Dodd talks about how her 19 yr old son, “IMDAVISS” became a successful Youtuber with over 1 million subscribers. It ain’t all fun & games once you make it to the YouTube top! If you or someone you know aspire to be a YouTube phenom, this is definitely the podcast for you! Get all the steps right from the mouth of a YouTube sensations Mom herself!!!
You don’t want to miss this!!!
“Raising A Rapper” podcast was inspired by the book of the same title. You can follow the host, Venita McCollum on social media platforms @VenitaMcCollum
Episode 2: “It ain’t easy being Bhad Bhabie!”
On this weeks episode, Barbara Bregoli talks about the challenges and struggles she and her daughter Bhad Bhabie encounter, being a female rapper in an all male-dominated industry. “The culture ain’t nuthin nice”! In the next 30mins Mama Bear tells it like it is, she holds nothing back!!!!!!!!!!!
"Raising A Rapper" podcast was inspired by the book of the same title. You can follow the host, Venita McCollum on social media platforms @VenitaMcCollum
Episode 1: “What age is too young for the entertainment industry?”
On this week's episode, Tish Taylor talks about her decision to introduce her son, actor, singer, and songwriter Jacob Lattimore, to the entertainment industry at a very early age and if it was the right decision.
“Raising A Rapper” podcast was inspired by the book of the same title. You can follow the host, Venita McCollum on social media platforms @VenitaMcCollum