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The Composition Podcast

The Composition Podcast

by Dermaine

Books Music Commentary

Season 1

Maria Konnikova & SBX

For the first time in a long time, host Dermaine opens up with a poem by Sadhguru, followed by a RIP to beloved rapper Takeoff. Next, Dermaine addresses our book of the week, The Biggest Bluff. Before interviewing R&B artist, SBX- Dermaine plays a track called 'Over the Moon' from her latest album, These Songs Are About You Too.

Jeneva Rose

On this new episode, host Dermaine opens up with another poem by Brandon Dawson. Our topics include the monkeypox scare going around, Shakira's tax evasion, and the death of an American Sports icon. Finally before playing a track from his newly released album- he reads an excerpt from One of Us is Dead by Jeneva Rose!

Toshikazu Kawaguchi & Ada Limón

(RE-UPLOAD) (7/20/22) Dermaine opens up with a poem from our new US Poet Laureate. After giving her bio, Dermaine speaks on the political frenzy surrounding Herschel Walker's political rise. Finally he gives us an excerpt from our book of the month before introducing a track from his unreleased album.

Emmanuel Acho & Brandon Dawson

In Episode 19 of the Composition Podcast, host Dermaine opens up with a poem from a Baltimore native. For the news he discusses the horrific slaying of Jaylend Walker (RIP), the assassination of former Japanese Prime Minister Abe, and the Oakland Raiders hiring the NFL's very first woman team president. He then discusses Emmanuel Acho's "Illogical", before closing with a refreshing track by Brandon Dawson.

Sam Greenlee & JaySoul

HAPPY Independence Day! On today's 4th of July episode, the first of the month, our host opens with a poem by a world renowned monk. Secondly he breaks down the new rulings of the Supreme Court before congratulating our newest Justice. Finally he speaks on the insane frenzy in the NBA before introducing the listeners to our book of the week, and a smooth and sexy track by Jay Soul!

Louise Penny; RIP to Trouble

(RE-UPLOAD) (6/6/22) On this second episode of the month, Dermaine briefly discusses DC decriminalizing marijuana for workers, DOJ sentencing of a Proud Boy leader, and Lebron's not so shocking success! Finally he closes with a chapter of our book of the month and a tribute song to the recently slain Atlanta rapper.

Robert F. Williams & Koshari

On this month's introductory episode, our host Dermaine open's with a poem from the beloved Tupac Shakur, followed by discussion of all of the recent tragedy sweeping the nation. Next he speaks on the Johhny Depp/Amber Heard trial and the sudden passing of Marion Barber III. Finally he closes with an excerpt and thoughts on this week's book of the week, Negroes with Guns- our closing music is something a little untraditional for the show...

David Diop & JanoethaGod

(*RE-UPLOAD) (5/9/22) Opening Poem: Be Weary of Hitchhikers. Dermaine recaps his experience @ Dwell DC, hosted by Ife the Artist. Next he gives his opinion on the newly released Dr. Strange sequel, followed by congrats for Kendrick Lamar on his final TDE serving, and to JanoethaGod for finishing college! He is also our music spotlight for this week. Enjoy!

Evan Fallenberg & Myself

(*RE-UPLOAD) (4/18/22) Opening Poem: The Armful by Robert Frost. Dermaine congratulates the women drafted into the WNBA recently. Then he explains preparing to test for his HQL with Elite Ballistics to become a registered gun owner. After recapping Evan Fallenberg's novel, Dermaine finishes this episode with a freestyle!

William Wells Brown & OneGreatBastard!

(*RE-UPLOAD) (4/11/22) This week's opening poem comes from the famous Emily Dickinson. Dermaine talks with week about the confirmation of new Supreme Court Justice Kentanji Brown Jackson, the federal decriminalization of marijuana, and the banning of Will Smith from the Oscars. After recapping the book Clotel (or; the President's daughter) Dermaine finishes with a refreshing DMV lyricist.

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