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 In Episode 3 of Won of One: A PLLRS Podcast, Kazeem “Kaz” Famuyide walks through a layered journey shaped by media, culture, and evolution. Kaz reflects on the rise of talent-led platforms like 7PM in Brooklyn, the shifting landscape of journalism and podcasting, and his early work with Steve Stoute building TheStashed.com into a magazine, podcast network, and sneaker store. He shares memories from the blog era and The Source, the beginnings of his own podcasting path inspired by Brilliant Idiots and the launch of FLAGRANT, and the cultural impact of events like Dussé Palooza. Kaz also opens up about representing wrestling culture through Walemania, why it ended after a decade, and how he ultimately connected with Carmelo Anthony to join 7PM in Brooklyn. From a high school matchup with Kevin Durant that nudged him toward media to his message of gratitude and future ambitions, Kaz offers an intimate look at the moments, relationships, and risks that defined his rise.About Today's GuestKazeem Famuyide is an Emmy Award-winning host, journalist, and cultural commentator best known as the co-host of 7PM in Brooklyn alongside Carmelo Anthony. A dynamic voice at the intersection of sports, music, and culture, Kazeem has built a reputation for blending sharp insight with humor and authenticity. Whether breaking down the latest NBA headlines or diving into the stories shaping hip-hop culture, Kazeem’s deep-rooted passion for storytelling has made him one of today’s most engaging media personalities.Key Points from this Episode:0:00 Welcome back to Won of One: A PLLRS Podcast with today’s guest, Kazeem “Kaz” Famuyide1:09 On 7PM in Brooklyn and the Katt Williams episode 3:06 Kaz speaks on the evolution of journalism and podcasting to talent-led content using Joe and Jada and 7PM in Brooklyn as examples13:17 Working with Steve Stoute and the creation and evolution of TheStashed.com from online entity to physical magazine, podcast network, and sneaker store20:00 Media shifts and New York culture during the blog era, and developing relationships with artists while working at The Source29:46 Kaz’s start in podcasting inspired by Brilliant Idiots, the creation of FLAGRANT and the decision to move in another direction40:19 Being part of cultural moments like Dussé Palooza and lessons learned in experiential events45:49 Cultural wins and validation built from successful endeavors48:00 Serving as an ambassador for wrestling and the resurgence of wrestling in conjunction with hip hop while working on Walemania with Wale54:00 Why end Walemania after 10 years?56:40 Getting connected with Carmelo Anthony and becoming part of 7PM in Brooklyn1:02:00 Kaz shares future plans and a message of gratitude to key players in his career1:07:25 How a high school basketball game against Kevin Durant sparked Kaz’s media careerMentioned on the ShowWatch 7PM in Brooklyn: https://www.youtube.com/@7PMinBrooklynConnect with Kaz on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kazeem/Connect with Kaz on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kazeemf/Follow Kaz on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kazeemfamuyideJoin the Conversation: 🏛️ Watch more on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thePLLRS🏛️ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepllrs/🏛️ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thepllrs🏛️ PLLRS Press and more: https://linktr.ee/ThePLLRS🔊🔊 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2s9g8w2Sodz3sPaIme69vp?si=38638cebe1314e81🔊 Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/won-of-one-a-pllrs-podcast/id1840643899✉️ For Business Inquiries, email: rose@photobombshell.media
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