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Breaking Atoms: The Hip Hop Podcast
Ryan Skillit
Ep. 192
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We're bringing out all the proper crockery for this episode because we're talking to family. This week's guest is Ryan Skillit, who will release his new Love, Time & Heritage album in the next few days. We discuss the making of the new album, guest appearances, feelings of failure as a creative, relationships, and some Wrestling nostalgia. Hold tight, Bushwhackers.
Click here to purchase tickets for the Love, Time & Heritage album launch party at Indigo O2 on Thursday 21st March 2024.
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