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X-PAT PODCAST

X-PAT PODCAST

By Toosaint

After years in the Australian recording industry as a recording artist and host, Toosaint (formally and professionally known as Stan Bravo) is back with a new Podcast. As an American ex-pat he shares his unique perspective and exclusive behind-the-scenes stories, behind some of the biggest moments in the Sydney Hip Hop scene throughout the 2000s and 2010s.
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Episode 14 Drake vs Bey The Battle of the OONTZ OONTZ

X-PAT PODCASTJun 22, 2022

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X-Pat Podcast Episode 20 - Ran-Dee

X-Pat Podcast Episode 20 - Ran-Dee

In this episode of the X-Pat Podcast Toosaint sits down with Music Manager, Producer fellow ex-pat and NY native Randy Glazer aka Ran-Dee.


The guys discuss being an expat in Australia. The differences between the American vs Australian Healthcare system. Whether or not the Australian hip-hop scene was racist and his new single "Bklyn" Feat legendary NY group Smith and Wessun

Aug 12, 202301:05:47
The Difference Between the Australian and American Healthcare system

The Difference Between the Australian and American Healthcare system

In this snippet from a recent Episode of the X-Pat Podcast, Toosaint sits down with fellow expat and NY native Ran-Dee. The guys discuss the differences between the American and Australian Healthcare systems

Aug 12, 202304:48
Episode 19-Top 5 Dead or Alive!

Episode 19-Top 5 Dead or Alive!

In this episode, Toosaint is joined by special guest Kev Hannibal. The guys chat about Nas's "Magic 2" Killer Mikes "Micheal" album. The guys chat about viral clip claiming that "Black Americans are owned by White people" and finally they celebrate the Podcast being listed as the 4th Best Hip Hop Podcast in the Country by feedspot!

Jul 24, 202346:10
Episode 18 Celebrity Worship

Episode 18 Celebrity Worship

In this episode of the X-Pat Podcast Toosaint (formally known as Stan Bravo) Premiers his new single "Vibe Check" (17.26 min mark if you want to hear it now) he also discusses the Idea of Celebrity Worship, whether the state of the economy is a coincidence or a conspiracy and Jill Scott's rendition of the American National Anthem.


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Jul 07, 202358:11
SBP Episode 17 Hip Hop and Hymns

SBP Episode 17 Hip Hop and Hymns

In this episode of The SBP I sit with African Australian journalist and author Mawunyo Gbogbo and we chat her new memoir Hip Hop and Hymns which details her family's story about migrating from Ghana to Australia. Growing up in Muswellbrook and venturing through the Australian Media. 

Nov 22, 202201:18:02
Episode 16 Kanye West vs YE

Episode 16 Kanye West vs YE

In this episode, I discuss YE formally known as Kanye West's now infamous Drink Champs Interview. I give my perspective on it and answer if he should be cancelled or not

Oct 23, 202201:08:22
Episode 15 Clean Old Heads Feat MeloFame

Episode 15 Clean Old Heads Feat MeloFame

In this Episode, Stan links up with MeloFame. The guys discuss Dj Akademics disrespectful comments, when exactly does a young head become an old head and the murder of PnB Rock

Sep 27, 202201:21:54
Episode 14 Drake vs Bey The Battle of the OONTZ OONTZ

Episode 14 Drake vs Bey The Battle of the OONTZ OONTZ

After month-long hiatus, Stan Bravo is back with an all-new episode of the Stan Bravo Podcast entitled "DRAKE VS BEY The Battle of the OONTZ OONTZ". In this episode, Stan brings us up to speed about where he's been. Tells us a few surprises, Analyses The Battle of the OONTZ OONTZ between Drake and Bey And finally goes through which month should indie artists drop new music.    

Jun 22, 202258:24
Episode 13 "Sam Daoud"

Episode 13 "Sam Daoud"

In this episode of the SBP I sit down with night club and concert promoter Sam Saoud. Sam is responsible for many famous Hip Hop concerts and events throughout the 2000's and 2010's, including the famous Gas night club in Sydney on Thursday nights. If you were outside during that time period you would remember the Gas was easily one of the best night spots for Hip Hop and R&B in Sydney. 

May 23, 202201:00:34
Can Sydney's Nightclubs survive now that restrictions have been lifted?

Can Sydney's Nightclubs survive now that restrictions have been lifted?

With an estimated value of 5.7 Billion dollars, Sydney's has always been home to one of the worlds best and lucrative live music scenes. However when the Pandemic hit  and restrictions actioned, many in the scene from artists, to events staff to Promoters like Sydney's Sam Daoud were (for the first time in their careers) forced to reassess this industry and their place in it.  In this clip I chat with Sam and ask him is he confident that the music scene can make a comeback now that the restrictions have been eased.  Catch the full episode of the Stan Bravo Podcast Mondays, on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Amazon, Google Podcasts and IHeartRadio.

May 10, 202204:31
Episode 12 "The Cultured Black Kid"

Episode 12 "The Cultured Black Kid"

In this Episode I sit down with upcoming Western Sydney Rapper, about his time in music, who he's listening too and where he plans to go as an artist.

May 01, 202201:18:23
Epsiode 11 I'm Here for the Bullshit

Epsiode 11 I'm Here for the Bullshit

In this episode myself and Kev Hannibal discuss the slap heard round the world at this years Oscars

Apr 03, 202201:00:31
Episode 10 - Dj Ms Hennessy

Episode 10 - Dj Ms Hennessy

On this upcoming episode of the #stanbravopodcast I chat with Australia’s answer to @angiemartinez (yep I’m giving her that title get ) about her journey in the HipHop scene, how her passion for the culture saw her become a major plug for new music in the 00’s after taking a trip to NYC to get promo records that major Australian labels were not giving out and what it was like to manage my crazy ass . The word legend gets thrown around a lot but Max is one of those people who that term is absolutely applicable for. Tune back Monday at 1:00pm for a new episode of #thestanbravopodcast to hear her remarkable story.

Mar 21, 202201:40:05
Episode 9 - Uncle Abe

Episode 9 - Uncle Abe

In this episode the man, myth and Sydney Night Club legend Mc Uncle Abe pulls up to discuss moving from South Africa to Australia, making his way through the Sydney Nightclub scene as one of the most popular club hosts in the game and shares various celebrity encounters including his now infamous and hilarious brawl with GUNIT security!

Feb 28, 202201:17:18
Episode 8 - The War on Drill

Episode 8 - The War on Drill

In this episode featuring Kev Hannibal, the guys recaps the Superbowl Half time Show, The current level of violence in the drill scene and New York Citys Mayor proposed ban of it.

Feb 23, 202259:10
Episode 7 - Joe Rogan

Episode 7 - Joe Rogan

In this Episode I discuss the current controversy surrounding Joe Rogan, including his use of the N Word, his "Planet of the Apes" joke. I ask what is the fascination with the N word and why do some white people want to say it. Finally I give my theory about racism and and how I feel it's used to divide the people.

Feb 14, 202201:09:41
Episode 6 - Charise Studesville

Episode 6 - Charise Studesville

On this episode I chat with my friend Charise Studesville about her life in the film industry, her past friendship with world renowned artist Jean Basquiat and being apart of the Aged to perfection anthology with Mandy mroth.

Feb 07, 202201:09:09
Episode 5 - Ten Industry Commandments

Episode 5 - Ten Industry Commandments

In this episode Stan breaks 10 Industry Commandments that he believes will help new artists.

Jan 31, 202201:01:43
Episode 4 - Cognitive Dissonance

Episode 4 - Cognitive Dissonance

In what is easily going to be the most controversial episode of The Stan Bravo Podcast to date Bravo asks a simple question "Is there an anti Black American attitude in the Australian Entertainment Industry?

Bravo tells his own personal story of the anti Black American attitude while on with Nelly in the 2000's


Jan 24, 202256:59
Episode 3-Clout Chase Culture

Episode 3-Clout Chase Culture

During this Episode of the Stan Bravo Podcast I discuss:

  • When as an artist should you begin to look for a manager
  • Who is most important in your team ie Manager, Agent or Lawyer
  • Does Talent still matter in the Entertainment Industry?
  • What is Clout Chase Culture and can we come back from it as a society
  • And Todays Trending Topics, including Kanye West and buying virtual Land in the Metaverse.


Jan 17, 202251:16
Episode 2- Genesis Part 2- Touring with Ja Rule, Premiering Paul Castellano

Episode 2- Genesis Part 2- Touring with Ja Rule, Premiering Paul Castellano

In part two of this episode I talk about what it felt like the first time I performed in front of 15 thousand people. I also premier my new single "Paul Castellano" and discuss Jason Derulo's airport altercation  

Jan 10, 202256:31
Episode 1-Genesis-Part 1

Episode 1-Genesis-Part 1

In the very first episode of the Stan Bravo Podcast I start it off by telling you about my life in Harlem and in part two how a kid from Harlem NYC ends up in Sydney Australia and manoeuvres my way through the recording industry.

Jan 03, 202255:13
Stan Bravo Podcast is coming!

Stan Bravo Podcast is coming!

In this clip I officially announce that I am throwing my hat into the Podcast Game.

Dec 22, 202101:34