In this episode, Sec'k sits down with Shea Barz, a powerful female lyricist out of Hollis, Queens, whose story and pen game demand attention.

We talked her journey, the purpose behind her music, and what truly fuels her pen. Shea breaks down her inspirations, her upbringing, and why she's confident that the right fans will naturally gravitate to her sound.

She also opened up about:

Her love for acting and storytelling

What pushes her lyrically when she writes

Women in hip-hop holding their own

Why she only collaborates where energy and connection are real

Her belief that staying authentic always leads the right people to find you

If you love bars, raw passion, and real perspectives from the culture, this conversation is a must-watch.

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The Hello Effect Podcast — Episode 41

Guest: BTS (Born To Spit)

On this episode, Sec'k sits down with Syracuse's own BTS — Born To Spit, who breaks down his REAL come-up story in hip-hop. He talks about:

• How long he's been doing music

• What truly drives his pen

• Whether he gets support from home

• Meeting Wu-Tang & what that moment meant

• The grind BEFORE the music — hustling just to survive

• Why he'll never stop rapping because HIPHOP is his LIFE

If you love raw hip-hop, real-life stories, artist journeys, and authentic culture, this episode is a MUST-WATCH.

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In Episode 40 of The Hello Effect Podcast, Sec'k sits down with Drift aka King Kojo to dive deep into his journey from East Orange streets to making waves in Hip-Hop.

Drift opens up about what inspired his love for music, the grind it took to get noticed, landing on 106 & Park, and what it really felt like signing a record deal.

He also shares insights on Jersey's music scene, his love for acting, murals across Newark, and what drives him most in 2025.

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In Episode 39 of The Hello Effect Podcast, Meet Tha Saints shares their journey as the first Black-owned butter company. They talk about how they met, their love for cooking, building a business from scratch, creating new flavors, getting into stores, and what's next for the brand.

If you love food, business stories, culture, and real hustle this episode is a must-watch.

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In Episode 38 of The Hello Effect Podcast, multi-talented artist Kareem Reemo Meerak Tyson joins Sec'k to share his journey from growing up with DJ brothers to chasing his dreams in Hip-Hop and acting.

Reemo Meerak opens up about the struggles of breaking into the entertainment world, the moment Hip-Hop captured his heart, and the passion that fuels him every day.

He also talks about paying $30 to pursue acting, his first big role, overcoming personal struggles, and what keeps him motivated in the media and entertainment industry.

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In Episode 37 of The Hello Effect Podcast, community leader and educator Tina Nalls joins Sec'k to share her inspiring journey of purpose and perseverance. She talks about her mission to uplift her community, the challenges of running a non-profit, and her passion for education and change.

Tina also opens up about her motivation to start her organization, staying focused during tough times, and her run for Councilwoman-at-Large—revealing what true leadership means to her.

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In Episode 36 of The Hello Effect Podcast, Queens-based artist Fame opens up about growing up in the borough, discovering his love for music, and stepping fully into his artistry.

He dives into his creative process, how he sharpens his pen game, and what it takes to make waves as an indie artist in 2025. Plus, he shares thoughts on collaborations, marketing strategy, and what's next for his music journey.

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In Episode 35 of The Hello Effect Podcast, rising indie artist Karmah Karmz shares her journey from free studio sessions to building a name in the music scene.

She talks about staying motivated, booking shows independently, and creating a sound that's all her own, along with what's next for her career in music and beyond.

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