SBR Talk Series

The StopBeefin Radio Talk Series, known as SBR TALK SERIES, is hosted by DJ Money Matt, the show's creator and Co-Owner of StopBeefin Radio. SBR Talk is powered by The Hype Magazine and premiered via The Hype Magazine's IG Live in 2021. The SBR Talk Series has featured a wide variety of personally invited guests from different backgrounds and professions, including CEOs, DJs, producers, fashion designers, recording artists, athletes, actors, rodeo champions, photographers, managers and more. These exclusive one-on-one conversations typically run around 30 minutes and are pre-recorded via StreamYard. They then premiere live on the following Monday at 10 PM (EST) on The Hype Magazine’s platforms. The SBR Talk Series is available on YouTube, Roku, Spotify and Meta (Instagram & Facebook) and stream the audio on a multiple of streaming platforms. As of 2025, we have added regular recap articles after each premier on The Hype Magazine website. In 2023, SBR added event coverage to its resume. The first event SBR Talk covered as approved media was VeeCon, created by GaryVee. Season by season, SBR Talk Series has continued to evolve, the series underwent a slight revamp in Season 2, including new promotional material, new guests, and transitioning from IG Live to pre-recorded format that continues into Season 3.

DJ Hollygrove Talks ChopNotSlop, Core DJs & GRAMMY Voting Journey #REPLAY #throwbackthursday 05/15/2025

Lynn Hobson (aka Money Lynn) on Branding, Foxy Brown, and Building Media Legacy | SBR Talk Series 05/14/2025

Kingpin aka Rap Juggernaut | SBR Talk Series 05/08/2025

Ms. Toi Talks Ice Cube, Discovering E-40 & Her Iconic Journey | SBR Talk Series 05/01/2025

Rich Harris Indie Film, Philly Roots & Building B&R Films 04/23/2025

Yella MRC on Naptown Hustle, KKartel Music & “All Yella No Purple 04/21/2025

Chip Tha Ripper on his journey in Hip Hop 04/16/2025

Court Digga Talks Music, Mentorship & Atlanta’s Scene #ANR #MusicIndustry 04/08/2025

Van Taylor Monroe Talks Art, Culture & Legacy #BlackArt #Mentorship 04/05/2025

Van Taylor Monroe Talks Art, Culture & Legacy #BlackArt #Mentorship In a heartfelt interview for the SBR Talk Series, Van Taylor Monroe, a talented artist and director from East Cleveland, Ohio, shared his inspiring journey from childhood struggles to becoming a prominent figure in the art world. Monroe emphasized that growing up without seeing representation of Black male artists fueled his passion to become one. Through challenges, he found his voice and resolved to uplift and highlight cultural icons through his art. Monroe recounted pivotal moments in his life that solidified his commitment to art, including the early encouragement from his mother and a pivotal elementary school experience where he recognized his talent. He expressed the importance of creating artwork that honors Black legends and ensures future generations see themselves represented in galleries and museums. Reflecting on his journey, Monroe shared how he faced skepticism about being a "starving artist," initially pursuing sports as a viable career path before following his true calling. After experiencing struggles, including a near-eviction, he received a divine message that pushed him to fully commit to his art, leading to his first breakthrough with a custom shoe that went viral. Through perseverance, Monroe's work caught the attention of notable figures and institutions, including the Smithsonian. He expressed his desire to create a legacy that helps others recognize and protect their unique gifts. Monroe is dedicated to nurturing young artists and plans to produce meaningful content, including an animated project called “Niah,” which aims to inspire youth to embrace their passions. At the interview’s conclusion, Monroe advised aspiring artists to embrace what makes them unique, withstand adversity, and remain steadfast in their creative journey. His story serves as a reminder of the power of perseverance, community, and representation in home of Cleveland /episode/index/show/de237c17-716e-44d7-a45f-4aeede0cd6e0/id/36013375

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