Awkward Convos with Beejus: Josh Chase (again)
Awkward Convos, how we've missed thee. This week sees the return of Josh Chase, cannabis-world entrepreneur and owner of the Have a Heart dispensary in downtown Oakland (don't forget dispensaries are still open). Beejus had him over, this time to talk about their hopes, fears, and silver linings about and in these crazy days. *Ed. note: The Bay Bridged would like to remind you to practice social distancing and wash your hands!
Quaran-tunes: Coping with shelter in place, Bay Area edition
It sure didn't take long for our world to be upended, did it? Look, there's no way to pussyfoot around this: COVID-19 sucks. It will cost countless lives the world over. But as we hunker down in this preemptive shelter in place quarantine, why not fire up the stereo and pass the days away with some tunes? Music is always a good antidote for when there's not one in sight for the foreseeable future. Here's a selection of "quaran-tunes" from local artists that we hope will be a balm for these unprecedented times. Follow us on Spotify! Jody Amable, Content Director [...]
Awkward Convos with Beejus: Hashes Clay
Today we're talking to Berkeley native (via Little Rock) Hashes Clay, a cannabis personality and influencer. Listen on for the usual casual chat about the unifying power of high school sports and weed, and his YouTube show Munchies with Hashes, where he pairs compliant cannabis brands with local restaurants.
Awkward Convos with Beejus: Mani Draper
Hey. Hey guys. Beejus is back with this week's Awkward Convos, this one between him and Mani Draper. You'll find them chatting about, among other things, their respective podcasts and the realities of music-making burnout in the Bay.
Valentine’s Day 2020: Our favorite love and anti-love songs
Ah, Valentine’s Day. Another day to celebrate your love or perhaps another day to realize you’re single. Despite your relationship status this Valentine’s Day, we can probably all admit that there is a lot of music celebrating the glory and heartbreak of love. To commemorate, we here at the Bay Bridged collected our staff’s favorite love songs, along with their favorite anti-love songs to make sure everyone receives whatever they need this February 14th. Love Songs "Heat of the Moment" by Asia This probably isn't high on a lot of lists about love songs, or lists in general. Sadly, the [...]
Awkward Convos with Beejus: Blvck Achilles
This week Beejus has Blvck Achilles, rapper, musician, creative — "Malcolm Gladwell meets Gucci Mane" (or so says his Insta bio) — for another wide-ranging conversation.
28 Years, 28 Songs (Noise Pop 2020: The Bay Bridged Edition)
It's February, and one of the most anticipated yearly Bay Area music festivals is right around the corner. Now in its 28th (!) year, Noise Pop always proves to be one of the most reliable sources showcasing homegrown and up-and-coming talents. To celebrate these 28 years of highlighting burgeoning local artists and independent-minded favorites, here's 28 songs of some of the most anticipated artists from 2020's schedule. Be sure to check out the full lineup, and follow us on Spotify for more playlists. You might just find a new local hero. Follow us on Spotify!
Awkward Convos with Beejus: Clif Soulo
This week, Beejus hosts Awkward Convos first-timer Clif Soulo, an MC, father, brother, artist, human being who's doing his best to figure out his purpose in life. He and Beejus chat about embarrassing first attempts at art, how much you can accomplish if you are, at least, not the worst at something, and lots more.
Awkward Convos with Beejus: Osagie the Great
It's Wednesday, which means a new episode of Awkward Convos is here. This week Beejus runs the conversational gamut with returning guest Osagie the Great, covering ethical consumption, Harris Ranch, awkward Halloween costumes, and the mere logistics of coordinating a one-man podcast while kind of inebriated (and that's just the first 10 minutes).
Awkward Convos with Beejus: Anthony Dragons and Moe Green
Welcome back to Awkward Convos with Beejus here at The Bay Bridged. In this one, our man Beejus attempts a true podcast episode with Anthony Dragons and Moe Green, but it devolves (or, really, evolves) into a casual chat amongst longtime friends.