Don Talk Podcast
Don Talk Podcast is the best podcast for creatives who deal with mental health and focus on personal development on a daily basis! Tune in as AK the Don (@akthedon_) explores the minds of the creatives he sits down with to explore what they may go through and the best ways they overcome their issues with plans to improve! Make sure to leave a review!
S5 E14 · Fri, May 31, 2024
Limitations
In the season finale, AK talks about being limited by others and how to avoid it!
S5 E13 · Fri, May 17, 2024
Let It Go
AK talks about tough love and how holding onto it will only cause you to remain hindered!
S5 E12 · Fri, May 10, 2024
The 3 C's
AK explains the 3 C's and how they can elevate your lifestyle!
S5 E11 · Fri, May 03, 2024
New Month, New Blessings
AK briefly mentions his upcoming plans for the new month of May. It's also a birthday episode, so its short and sweet! Happy Mental Health Awareness Month! 💙
S5 E10 · Fri, April 26, 2024
Get Off Your A**
AK returns with an episode to remind you to go get what’s yours and stop being lazy!
Fri, April 19, 2024
Fill Your Cup
AK provides a short story followed by a very important question.. "Do they fill your cup?" Song: Coast x T3_
S5 E8 · Fri, April 05, 2024
Food For Thought
AK provides a thought provoking quote that helped change his mindset. Song: Gayle & Oprah x Suriel
S5 E7 · Fri, March 29, 2024
Homie Check In
AK poses some questions that we should all think about throughout the course of the week. He also reminds us to give ourselves grace!
S5 E6 · Fri, March 22, 2024
Improving Your Confidence
AK gives some tips on the best ways to help build and improve your confidence! Song: A.I. x Shizz G
S5 E5 · Fri, March 15, 2024
Updates w/ AK
AK gives updates about his new job and his reasons for switching! Song: Double x Shizz G
S5 E4 · Fri, March 08, 2024
Comfort Zone
AK talks about the limits of a comfort zone and why you shouldn't be stuck there! Song: Traffic Lights x Shizz G
S5 E3 · Fri, March 01, 2024
Introversion Pt. 1
AK touches briefly on introversion and what it may look like in himself and others! Song: Mic Check x Dreco Anastasio
Fri, February 23, 2024
Your Circle
AK talks about knowing who you have around, as it can help elevate you to hinder your growth! Song: Please (Ride With Me) x Dreco Anastasio
S5 E1 · Fri, February 16, 2024
2023 Breakdown
It's a new season of Don Talk and AK breaks down how the remainder of the year almost broke him. But he is looking forward to a new journey in this new year! Song: Sunrise x ND Trip
S4 E13 · Fri, November 03, 2023
People Pleasing
AK goes over what "People Pleasing" is and gives some tips to help conquer it!
S4 E12 · Fri, October 06, 2023
So Anxious
AK talks about his struggles with anxiety and how he overcame it with the help of his friends and a specific book!
S4 E11 · Fri, September 01, 2023
Now or Never
AK talks with Shizz G about his most recent project Now or Never: The Campaign, getting into making music, and upcoming releases that are on the way! Shizz G is a local Boston artist, who was first exposed to rap through his father! Shizz G talks about being held back by his own thoughts and how he overcomes it. He also teases some new music that is coming soon with his boys Avi Solo and Auxy, who also make music! Be sure to stream Now or Never on all platforms and the most recent collaboration single with Shizz G & Auxy called "Out The Mud" from their upcoming collaboration project! Song: Wrong Time x Shizz G
S4 E10 · Fri, August 04, 2023
How to Combat Imposter Syndrome
If you've ever felt like you were in a place that you didn't belong, solely because of your own personal doubt, this is the episode for you! AK talks about Imposter Syndrome by giving his own example and explaining the 5 different types of ways it can show in people's daily lives! Song: Dope x Muna
S4 E9 · Fri, July 14, 2023
Mental Health & Sexology
AK chats with Naomi (@nao.delacruz) about what it's like to be on track to becoming a LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor), her plans for discovering the sexology field, and how DJing became her hobby! Song: Prosper x Shizz G
S4 E8 · Fri, June 02, 2023
Interview with Bejana
AK talks with Bejana (thatsart.b) to learn about how she began her art journey and her upcoming paint night with Merrick (@arts_core) Song: Change On Me x Dreco Anastasio
S4 E7 · Fri, May 05, 2023
New Vibes
AK catches up with Dondre (@drecoanastasio) who explains all of the experiences he's had since they last sat down and talked in 2021! Song: New Vibes x Dreco Anastasio (feat. JuneLyfe)
S4 E6 · Fri, April 07, 2023
Rap Therapy
AK chats with Muna about his upcoming project "Rap Therapy", mental wellness, and his last few singles. Song: With The 5th Pick x Muna
S4 E5 · Fri, March 03, 2023
Accountability w/ Kyia & Fil
AK catches up with Kyia to talk about her art page (@thekreativeky) and hosting paint nights through Merrick (@arts_core_). They also talk about how important it is to be accountable.
S4 E4 · Fri, February 03, 2023
Dating & Lifestyle
AK links up with his long time best friend James (@whois.james) to talking about dating in 2023! Song: Whips & Chainz x Muna
S4 E3 · Fri, January 27, 2023
Interview with Jermaine
AK chops it up with Jermaine (@kermainejelly) about his band Lvl3rd and tells his story about his start in music!
S4 E2 · Fri, January 20, 2023
Interview with Takiyah
AK talks with Takiyah (@_kiytg) about her process and what it's like to make music in the Boston scene!
S4 E1 · Sat, October 23, 2021
The Re-Introduction
AK is by himself today and tells his story behind starting the podcast.
S3 E11 · Sat, May 22, 2021
Victory Lap
In this episode, AK and Dreco connect to talk about his last lap at school and marketing with Scope Apparel, and what's to come next for the clothing brand. RIP to the late, great Earl "DMX" Simmons Song: Dogs For Life - DMX https://scopeapparel.com IG: @drecoanastasio Twitter: @babyddot
S3 E10 · Fri, April 23, 2021
Interview with Ava Sophia
Ava Sophia stops by to talk about her introduction into music and event planning and her latest release "Love Language"
S3 E9 · Fri, April 16, 2021
Interview with Ant
AK talks to Ant about the beginnings of his clothing brand SoBos and A & N Embroidery company and talks about his heroes who helped him get where he is now! Song: Level'n Up - De-Bo
S3 E8 · Fri, April 09, 2021
Traveling and Jiu Jitsu
AK talks to Jo to talk about traveling the world and what it's like to learn jiu jitsu! Song: Black Boy From the Burbs - Muna feat. De-Bo
S3 E7 · Fri, April 02, 2021
Uncomfortable Talks with Sam - Meeting a Stranger
AK joins long time social media friend Sam on her podcast "Uncomfortable Talks with Sam to recall the story of how they met, trusting others, and more! Song: Promised Land - ND Trip
S3 E6 · Fri, March 19, 2021
Caucasity in 2020, the Rona, and Relationships
AK recaps 2020 with Jaylen, Ali, and ND Trip, dealing with COVID, and relationships in 2021!
S3 E5 · Fri, March 12, 2021
Interview with Slim Kilam
AK catches up with Slim about his quality music, views on not releasing an album, and being an artist versus being an engineer! Song: Main Attraction - Slim Kilam
S3 E4 · Fri, March 05, 2021
Interview with Morvabelly
AK chops it up with Lynn-based artist Morvabelly, after connecting almost a year ago! They talk about his inspirations, his brand 34YRH, and his upcoming EP! Don't forget to leave a review! Song: Graveyard - Morvabelly
S3 E3 · Fri, February 26, 2021
Interview with Vas
AK talks with local promoter Vasjan about what it's like to throw his own shows in MA/NH, some of the shows he's hosted, and his first single “Pull Up N Ride”! Song: Pull Up N Ride (feat. Ron Suno) - Vasjan
S3 E2 · Fri, February 19, 2021
Interview with Bleave
This week, AK reconnects with Bleave to talk about his musical and spiritual journey, as well as his plans for his future! Song: Hard for Me - Bleave
S3 E1 · Fri, February 12, 2021
Interview with Red Shaydez
AK gets to sit down with the Red Shaydez to talk about how she became one of the most talented femcees/artists in Boston as well as her latest album release "Feel the Aura" available on all platforms! Song: The Recipe - Red Shaydez (Feel the Aura)
S2 E13 · Fri, December 04, 2020
Interview with Amanda Shea
AK interviews Amanda Shea about her spoken word, a studio session for an unreleased song, and what supporting others really means! Be sure to check out her new spoken word videos "Resilience" & "FaceTime" on YouTube!
S2 E12 · Fri, November 27, 2020
Spirituality w/ Merrick
Merrick comes back to talk to AK about his spiritual journey!
S2 E11 · Fri, August 14, 2020
Mental Health and Mental Wellness
AK talks with Gabbie via Zoom to discuss the importance of mental health and the toll it takes on our culture.
S2 E10 · Fri, August 07, 2020
Interview with Shotdy
Shotdy dives into his views on the Boston scene, his humble beginnings, and his IGTV series MNIE Media.
S2 E9 · Fri, July 31, 2020
Interview with Muna
AK catches up with Muna to talk about how he's been handling the pandemic, the state of the industry, and previous and upcoming projects.
S2 E8 · Fri, April 24, 2020
Interview with Eva
R&B/Soul Singer Eva Davenport talks about her introduction into music, hosting and co-ordinating events, and her latest EP "Letters To Self" available on all streaming platforms!
S2 E7 · Fri, March 20, 2020
Interview with Merrick
Author Merrick Tull-Johnson talks about his books and his work ethic!
S2 E6 · Fri, March 13, 2020
Interview with Drew Duperval
Start up Business Consultant Drew Duperval (@ drew_duperval ) talks about his sole business EntreDupe, and what it's like to be an entrpreneur!
S2 E5 · Fri, March 06, 2020
Interview with De-Bo
AK talks with De-Bo about his latest project "Follow The Black Star"!
S2 E4 · Fri, February 28, 2020
Interview with Bobby
Bobby Cius (@bobby_cius) talks his shift from dancing to acting, his past performances, and what's next for him!
S2 E3 · Fri, February 21, 2020
Interview with Shellz
AK interviews Shellz (@djshellz) on her growth as an artist, her plans for the arts scene in Boston and her upcoming project "Soulz".
S2 E2 · Fri, February 14, 2020
Mindset & Success: Part 1
AK teams up with Friedrich to talk about his mindset and how he approaches each day!
S1 E3 · Tue, January 28, 2020
ND Trip Talks About His Start In Music, Inspirations, and Being Authentic
AK talks with ND Trip about working together, what inspires him, and how important it is to be yourself in music.
S2 E1 · Tue, January 28, 2020
Plans for Season 2, Going to Clubs, and the "Pass Over" play in Boston
AK talks with Kyia about his plans for Season 2, their views on going clubbing, and a play called "Pass Over" showing in Boston!
S1 E7 · Tue, January 28, 2020
Vulnerability, Music in 2019, & Relationships
AK links up with Mando and Smoove to talk briefly on music in 2019, being vulnerable as black men, and relationships.
S1 E6 · Tue, January 28, 2020
Toxic Masculinity
AK sits with Wilce (@wordsfromwilce) to talk about toxic masculinity, how poetry helped him, and more!
S1 E5 · Tue, January 28, 2020
Interview with Tyh (@tyhthedancer)
AK interviews Tyh about her passion for dancing.
S1 E4 · Tue, January 28, 2020
Poetry, Using Time Wisely and Being Submissive
AK talks with CJ about his poetry, prioritizing you time with importance, and being submissive in a relationship.
S1 E2 · Mon, January 27, 2020
Creativity, the Power of Friendship, and Showing Support
AK talks with Kyia J about their views on friendships and supporting others in the city of Boston.
S1 E1 · Mon, January 27, 2020
Local Artists, Music Industry, and Life After College
AK the Don sits with Kyra (@adorriss) to talk about the local arts scene, views on the music industry, and plans to come after college.
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