Derek Keller's Podcast

Baycast # 12 w/ Albert Samaha - Journalist

Derek Keller — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 08:37:42 +0000

Albert returns to the show and discusses another cover story he wrote for S.F. Weekly, "Barred From Freedom: How Pretrial Detention Ruins Lives." Albert and Derek then talk about Mariah Carey's Christmas album cover, the porn industry in San Francisco and the popularity of Pitbulls. Read more of Albert's work at http://www.sfweekly.com/authors/albert-samaha/ and follow him on Twitter @AlbertSamaha

Baycast # 11 w/ Albert Samaha - Journalist

Derek Keller — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 08:02:07 +0000

S.F. Weekly writer and journalist Albert Samaha sits down with Derek to discuss his cover piece, "Black Market Street: Inside a Thriving Open-Air Drug Business" Derek and Albert also cover the recent Presidential election and the passing of Marijuana Legalization laws in Colorado and Washington. Find more of Albert's work at http://www.sfweekly.com/authors/albert-samaha/ and follow him on Twitter @AlbertSamaha

Baycast # 10 w/ Equipto - Rapper & Producer

Derek Keller — Sat, 01 Dec 2012 06:17:35 +0000

Bay Area hip-hop legend Equipto was kind enough to stop by the K.P.O.O. studio for a conversation about his life. Derek asks him about the early days of hip-hop, his first collaborations, living in San Francisco and his future productions at Solidarity Records. Several songs are featured from Equipto's discography including: "Ain't No Tellin" with Mike Marshall and Son of Man and "Cops & Robbers" with Andre Nickatina For more info about Equipto follow him on Twitter @Equipto and www.solidarityrecords.com

Baycast # 9 w/ Matthew Irwin - Inventor

Derek Keller — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 07:07:51 +0000

Entrepreneur, inventor and creative consultant are just a few of Matthew Irwin's passions. He and Derek sit down in the K.P.O.O. studio to discuss the development of a new banking app known as Wink. Matthew explains the impact of overdraft banking fees and how we can change our spending habits for the better by empowering ourselves. This episode features the track "Mentality" by Soja Information about Matthew and his new App can be found at www.ismorethan.com

Baycast # 8 w/ Lori Shantzis - Actress

Derek Keller — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 17:49:02 +0000

Lori Shantzis comes to the K.P.O.O. studios and discusses her newest theatrical endeavor, Loved By You. She gives insight into her complicated past, the struggles women face today, and how writing and directing her solo stage performance has helped her heal mentally.

Lori performs her hit show at the Brava Theatre March 28th and 29th @ 8 P.M.

For info follow Lori on Facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/lori.shantzis

Baycast # 7 w/ Keznamdi - Reggae Artist

Derek Keller — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 00:51:50 +0000

Laid back and introspective, Keznamdi is the newest reggae musician to share his music with the West Coast. Keznamdi discusses his childhood in Jamaica, the rules of Rastafarianism and how reggae can change the world one mind at a time.

This episode features the track "So High" by Keznamdi

Hear more of Keznamdi at soundcloud.com/keznamdi and www.facebook.com/Keznamdi

and follow Derek on Twitter @DerekKellerHere

Baycast # 6 w/ Vahe Hova - Stand-Up Comedian

Derek Keller — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 07:03:47 +0000

Vahe and Derek start off with a conversation about marriage and Vahe's comedic roots. After a music interlude, Vahe gives the listeners his insights on the current state of the economy, splitting California in half and how Steven Tyler ruined Aerosmith.

This episode features the track "Il Brutto" by Ambience

See more of Vahe at www.vahehova.com

Listen to Ambience at www.enjoyambience.com

and follow Derek on Twitter @DerekKellerHere

Baycast # 5 w/ Byron Q - Independent Film Director

Derek Keller — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 07:29:02 +0000

Director Byron Q stops by the K.P.O.O. Studio and discusses the production and release of his feature film debut Bang Bang, available on DVD or Blu-Ray at http://bangbangthemovie.com/. Byron and Derek also talk about life in California and end with a discussion about the days news. Follow Byron on Twitter @BeyondCinema and follow his career path as a filmmaker.

Baycast # 4 w/ Keith Rockmael - Housing Expert and Advocate

Derek Keller — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 02:13:31 +0000

Derek sits down with Keith and they discuss the never ending housing crisis and the crippling effect it has had on Bay Area residents. They discuss a few news topics and the "Distressed Homeowner Forum" which will be held in San Francisco on January 28th. For more information please visit www.bayarearesource.com

Baycast # 3 w/ Dawn Capp - Pitbull Advocate & Enthusiast

Derek Keller — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 01:59:58 +0000

The creator of Chako.org, a pit bull advocacy organization, discusses the ins and outs of raising a pit bull and why it is so important to give these mistreated animals proper homes. Pitbulls are continually available for adoption through her organization at www.chako.org.

Baycast # 2 w/ Laura Johnston Kohl - Author and Activist

Derek Keller — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 01:47:33 +0000

Author and activist Laura Kohl stops by the K.P.O.O. studio and discusses her time in the People's Temple, memories of Reverend Jim Jones and the Jonestown massacre. Her book, Jonestown Survivor: An Insider's Look, was published in 2010 and is available in paperback now.

Baycast # 1 w/ Rev. Lawrence Gray Sr. - Author and Recovering Addict

Derek Keller — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 01:27:34 +0000

Derek sits down with Reverend Lawrence Gray Sr. to discuss his two recently published books, From the Streets of San Francisco: Crack the Untold story and 3 Pennies: From Hell to Heaven.