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Tonio Skits joins The Danza Project for Episode 293 for one of his most personal conversations yet. Long before millions of people knew Tonio as a creator, entertainer and entrepreneur, his life was shaped by loss, survival and moments that could have completely broken him. Tonio opens up about losing his mother at just 15 years old, being forced to grow up fast, and the devastating accident that nearly ended his life. After shattering his T3 and T4 vertebrae, Tonio was airlifted to the hospital, placed on life support and says he flatlined during surgery. He was diagnosed as paraplegic, but against the odds, eventually got back on his feet and walked out of the hospital. But surviving is only part of the story. We get into how heartbreak unexpectedly helped create Tonio Skits, his rise during the Vine era, building an audience of millions, transitioning from viral content into acting and business, navigating Hollywood, fatherhood, relationships, faith, money and what success actually means after you've already been given another chance at life. This isn't just the story of how Tonio survived. It's the story of who he became afterward. TONIO SKITS | EPISODE 293 | THE DANZA PROJECT Subscribe for more conversations with the people behind the success, beyond the headlines and outside the character. #TonioSkits #TheDanzaProject #Podcast #ContentCreator #Vine #Entrepreneurship Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Adrien Broner sits down for one of the most honest conversations of his career. Filmed inside the warehouse in Los Angeles during the "Locked In-A-Thon," this special collaboration between The Danza Project and Space of Solace goes far beyond boxing. Broner opens up about alcoholism, hitting rock bottom, Coach Mike Stafford, fatherhood, purpose, his relationship with Deen, life after fame, and why this comeback means so much more than another fight. This isn't just about returning to the ring. It's about rebuilding a life. A special thank you to Adrien Broner, Deen, the entire Locked In team, and Space of Solace for making this collaboration possible. If you enjoy long-form conversations that go beyond the headlines, make sure to subscribe. We've got a lot more on the way. #AdrienBroner #AB #Boxing #LockedIn #TheDanzaProject #SpaceOfSolace #Podcast #Interview #CombatSports Timestamps 0:00 - Intro 1:52 - What this comeback means for Adrien Broner 4:45 - Adrien on private issues | Being his true self | Cleaning his life up 6:51 - Danza tells story about AB calling him at 3am | Withdrawls? 9:08 - People questioning AB’s sobriety | Toughest challenge since returning | Deen The Great 11:37 - What streaming has given back to AB | Reflecting on Dark Times PART 1 14:09 - AB’s big heart and the pressure that comes with it | Outreach programs & the youth 16:06 - How this “comeback” feels | AB’s personality and talking that shit | Staying grounded 19:00 - Past mistakes and learning from them | Bust more nuts | Advice for New Boxers about the bag 21:04 - AB’s twin brother | The current hype and being a teacher | Pushing young boxers 24:14 - Channelling the killer instinct | Touring life | The Rules on the bus | Trusting people during the fame PART 2 27:38 - New odd allegations towards Adrien Broner | Guilty until proven innocent | Tank situation 33:15 - Does AB have an actual desire to get back in the ring? | Where is the killer instinct? | Coach Mike 38:18 - 1 year from today, where does AB see himself | More than a movie PART 3 40:17 - Adrien’s 10 children | Sauce Walka | Adrien Jr. 43:03 - AB not wanting any of kid’s to become boxers | Helping Deen The Great with boxing 46:11 - The fire from having nothing | Bobby Green on UFC vs Boxing 49:49 - AB on Ryan Garcia | Where is AB at in the scale of life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charles Noonan returns to The Danza Project for one of the most practical conversations we've had. From buying land for a few hundred dollars to building long-term wealth, Charles breaks down the real strategies everyday people can use to create financial freedom. In this episode we discuss: • How to start investing in real estate with little money • Why land is one of the biggest opportunities today • The importance of trusts and protecting generational wealth • The biggest mistakes families make after inheriting property • Why coaching and education create more wealth than most businesses • The reality of today's economy and how AI is changing the workforce • Building wealth that lasts for your children If you're serious about ownership, investing, and leaving something behind for the next generation, this is an episode you don't want to miss. Subscribe to The Danza Project for more conversations with entrepreneurs, athletes, entertainers, and industry leaders. #TheDanzaProject #CharlesNoonan #RealEstate #Investing #FinancialFreedom #GenerationalWealth #LandInvesting #Business #Entrepreneur #Money Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this unforgettable conversation, Freekey Zekey sits down with Danza for one of his most candid and hilarious interviews in years. From untold Dipset stories to surviving near-death experiences, business moves, loyalty, and life after the spotlight, Zeke doesn't hold anything back. He opens up about his relationships with Cam'ron, Jim Jones, Juelz Santana, Dame Dash, and the current state of Dipset while sharing why loyalty has been both his greatest strength and biggest weakness. Zeke also reflects on almost losing his life, dying on the operating table, navigating internet narratives, and the lessons that shaped him into the entrepreneur he is today. Beyond music, Freekey discusses his clothing brand, barber shop, real estate ventures, radio station, and the mindset that keeps him winning decades into his career. The interview closes with rapid-fire Dipset questions, unbelievable behind-the-scenes stories involving Dr. Dre, Cat Williams, Allen Iverson, Nicki Minaj, and some of the funniest memories from his legendary run. This is vintage Freekey Zekey: unfiltered, motivational, hilarious, and authentic. **Topics Include:** • Cam'ron vs. Jim Jones and the Dipset split • Dame Dash's recent controversies • Why loyalty almost cost him everything • Dying on the operating table • Entrepreneurship and building multiple businesses • Cat Williams, Allen Iverson, Dr. Dre & Nicki Minaj stories • The truth behind internet rumors • Rapid-fire Dipset questions • Never-before-heard stories from Harlem's golden era If you enjoyed the interview, be sure to **LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE**, and turn on notifications for more exclusive conversations from **The Danza Project**. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tony Carruthers joins The Danza Project after surviving a failed lethal injection execution in Tennessee. In this emotional interview, Tony details the exact moment officials attempted to execute him, the pain and injuries he claims he suffered during the process, why he believes God intervened, and his ongoing fight to prove what he says is a wrongful conviction. Tony also speaks on: * Kim Kardashian publicly supporting his case * his request for Donald Trump to review FBI files * claims involving untested DNA & fingerprint evidence * allegations involving a federal informant * surviving what he believed were his final moments alive This interview is for informational purposes and reflects Tony Carruthers’ personal claims and experiences. #TonyCarruthers #FreeTonyCarruthers #JusticeForTonyCarruthers #FailedExecution #DeathRow #KimKardashian #DonaldTrump #WrongfulConviction #LethalInjection #TheDanzaProject Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

0:00 - Intro | The Work speaks for itself 1:07 - Max B vs Big Daddy Kane | Bodying Jadakiss on Benny’s track 4:23 - Convo with Benny? | Not accepting Spesh had the better verse 7:37 - What 38 Spesh brings to the table | Being a cypher rapper and talking shit 10:21 - Who had the best verse on Sunday School? | Who’s better than 38 Spesh? 15:26 - The highlight of 8 Shots | Jadakiss ducking | The better verse on Sunday Service 19:16 - DJ Clue | The sensitivity in Rap | Upcoming Projects 23:15 - Mental Health Record on 8 Shots | Busta Rhymes | Defeated on record? 27:11 - Real Spitters | OT The Real | Jay-Z Throwing shots at Drake | Competition is needed 29:58 - Fred Money Feature | Staying competitive 33:12 - The current landscape of Hip-Hop | 3 Albums that 38 Spesh finds Motivating 39:55 - Joe Budden | Pain in the music being kept alive through lyricists Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jim Jones returns to The Danza Project for one of his most honest and reflective conversations yet. In this episode, Jim speaks freely about Dipset, Cam’ron, Juelz Santana, Drake, Kanye West, fashion influence, loyalty, the music industry, street codes, streaming culture, and the evolution of hip-hop. He breaks down: • Drake’s ICEMAN run & why he believes Drake is still at the top • Dipset’s influence on music, fashion & culture • The Verzuz battle vs The LOX • Why he believes he changed hip-hop fashion forever • The truth about influence vs popularity • Snitch culture in rap & industry politics • His relationship with Kanye West & gifting him the Dipset chain • Building his media platform & evolving into content creation • Why restraint is real power • Loyalty, growth, mistakes, and surviving every era of hip-hop This isn’t just another interview. This is Jim Jones speaking from experience, reflection, and legacy. #JimJones #Dipset #Drake #TheDanzaProject #HipHop #Camron #JuelzSantana #KanyeWest #OVO #Harlem Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Edgar Berlanga speaks out after his recent loss and the criticism that followed. From claims that something “was off” in the Shiraz fight to addressing the backlash, the hate, and the pressure of living up to expectations — Berlanga opens up about everything he’s been dealing with behind the scenes. He also talks about his new deal with Zuffa Boxing, working with Dana White, his mindset going forward, and why he believes this is just the beginning of his comeback. This isn’t the same Berlanga… this is a different version. Watch the full interview and decide for yourself. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fatboy goes OFF in this interview — speaking on his baby mother situation, not seeing his kids, and everything that’s been going on behind the scenes. From “Bring my kids to me” to calling out the narrative around his name, this is one of the most raw and unfiltered conversations we’ve had. Fatboy also addresses the content game, saying he helped birth this wave and speaks on creators like Druski and where it all started. This one gets real. Let me know in the comments — is Fatboy speaking facts or going too far? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Juelz Santana clears the air on the 50 Cent moment everyone got wrong… and explains what really happened behind the scenes. From Drake being called a culture vulture to Dipset tension and industry politics, this is Juelz speaking real on things people only speculate about. This is Part 3 of our full sit-down with Juelz Santana — if you watched Part 1 & Part 2, you already know this one goes deeper (Pause). Watch Part 1 here: https://youtu.be/ZWzF_-YReqU Watch Part 2 here: https://youtu.be/uwZ8FVmtTKs Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pressa sits down with The Danza Project for a real conversation that goes deeper than music. From growing up in Toronto without his father physically present to navigating life in the streets at a young age, Pressa opens up about the experiences that shaped him. He breaks down how a life-changing moment involving Drake helped shift his path, and what it really takes to survive and evolve in the industry. Pressa also speaks on loyalty, the reality behind rap money, and shares his perspective on the ongoing conversation surrounding Tory Lanez. This isn’t just an interview—it’s about growth, mindset, and understanding the difference between perception and reality. Welcome to The Danza Project. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cam’ron sits down with The Danza Project for a real conversation on business, media, and the truth behind some of the biggest moments in hip-hop. From addressing his history with Dame Dash to speaking on Jay-Z, industry politics, and how things really played out behind the scenes, Cam gives insight you don’t usually hear in interviews. He also breaks down how he built his platform “It Is What It Is,” why he doesn’t move like everyone else in the industry, and how his mindset has evolved over time. In this episode, Cam’ron speaks on: • His fallout with Dame Dash and what led to it • His perspective on Jay-Z and industry relationships • Why he keeps certain situations off the internet • Building a media platform from scratch • Business decisions, ownership, and longevity • The difference between artists and entrepreneurs This isn’t just a recap of the past — this is game from someone who’s lived it and is still building. Welcome to The Danza Project. If it’s TDP, you can bet it’s must TV. Subscribe and turn notifications on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dewberry sits down with Danza for one of the rawest conversations ever on The Danza Project. After serving 18 years in prison, he speaks openly about the mindset that led him there, the reality of street loyalty, and the truth most people don’t want to admit. From taking a life at a young age to realizing how the streets reward disloyalty, this is a conversation about accountability, growth, and breaking cycles. This isn’t about glorifying the past — it’s about exposing it. In this episode, Dewberry breaks down: What “loyalty” really costs in the streets Why most people are being misled by the culture The truth behind disloyalty, snitching, and real-life consequences How prison changed his mindset and purpose Why the next generation is being set up to fail Fatherhood, discipline, and building something real This is real game. Not entertainment. If you understand it, it might change how you move. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fredo Bang sits down ahead of his new album Most Hated 2 and opens up in a real way. He speaks on losing Gee Money and how that moment changed him forever. He talks about finding out while locked up, how jail forced him to slow down, and why revenge doesn’t always bring peace. The conversation shifts into NBA YoungBoy, internet narratives, industry politics, and how being labeled “Most Hated” shaped his career. This isn’t just an album promo. It’s reflection. Growth. Accountability. Most Hated 2 drops March 6. Welcome to The Danza Project. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices