South Kongress Podcast
Society & Culture
About
The South Kongress Podcast is an Austin based lifestyle show where I interview great people doing great things in the great state of Texas, and talk with my buddies about the goings on in pop culture, music, movies, TV and more!
Episodes
- South Kongress *Special* - Kit Wilson
Ahead of the biggest match of his career, WWE Superstar Kit Wilson talks about his early WrestleMania Moment, being mentored by The Miz, not subscribing to one definition of masculinity, and so much more!
- South Kongress *Special* - Remembering Michael "5000" Watts w/ Joel Anderson
*Link to Brandon Caldwell's Watts Tribute - Houston Chronicle* - https://www.chron.com/culture/music/article/swishahouse-legacy-impact-houston-21347118.php Watts, his music and influence meant so much to me, my friends and my peers. I want…
- South Kongress *Special* - Darius Carter
Ahead of June 28's "Return of the King" live event, the ASÉ Wrestling Men's Champion Darius Carter sounds off on inclusion, Black excellence, his wrestling inspirations and aspirations,. and why KevOnStage needs to stay in his lane.
- South Kongress *Special* - Drew McIntyre
2024's Hater of the Year talks about all the things he can't let go of, and why that's brought out the very best version of him.
- South Kongress Special - Shawn Michaels
One of the game's greatest players is how the head coach. WWE legend Shawn Michaels talks Hell in a Cell, trying to translate talent to success, and the embarrassment of riches that is NXT.
- South Kongress Special - Cody Rhodes
We spoke with WWE Champion Cody Rhodes about the responsibilities of being the man, the personal importance of Atlanta, ending The Bloodline, and so much more!
- South Kongress Podcast *Special* - Swerve Strickland
The All Elite Wrestling World Champion's built a house, and we talk about the things that helped him put it together. Music, horror movies, pain, the need for the right influences around him, and so much more. He's going into the biggest m…
- South Kongress Podast - Brian Zilem and Kaden Lee
I'm joined by Brian Zilem (Pro wrestling Torch) and Kaden Lee (WrestlePurists) to talk about experiencing Monday Night Raw in person in Austin, Tx, AEW All In coming to Dallas/Fort Worth, and so much more!
- SK Investigations No. 001 - Garcia, D.
SK Investigations No. 001 - Garcia, D. by Cameron Hawkins
- SK Investigations No. 002 - Grace, J.
SK Investigations No. 002 - Grace, J. by Cameron Hawkins
- SK Investigations No. 003 - Hyan
SK Investigations No. 003 - Hyan by Cameron Hawkins
- SK Investigations No. 004 - Knight, K.
SK Investigations No. 004 - Knight, K. by Cameron Hawkins
- SK Investigations No. 005 - Williams, T.
SK Investigations No. 005 - Williams, T. by Cameron Hawkins
- South Kongress Special - Bron Breakker
Ahead of his Intercontinental Title Match at Money in the Bank, Bron Breakker talks trusting the WWE process, being flexible in your role, running the triple option, being part of a legendary wrestling family, how his love for wrestling ca…
- South Kongress Special - Mercedes Moné
Days before her AEW debut at Double or Nothing, Mercedes Moné talks about leaving WWE to pursue her next set of goals, finding sisterhood, the importance of Black women being in the wrestling spotlight, and much more.
- South Kongress Podcast Special - Seth Rollins
link to article at The Ringer: https://www.theringer.com/wwe/2024/4/4/24120581/seth-rollins-wwe-wrestlemania-xl-interview Days before pulling double duty at WrestleMania 40, I spoke with Seth Rollins on his place in WWE, how he deals with…
- South Kongress Podcast *Special* - Sting
Original article for The Ringer, "Sting Rounds the Bases": https://www.theringer.com/2022/12/29/23529964/sting-all-elite-wrestling-journey-character-history-career-legacy In December 2022, I spoke with Sting about AEW's treatment of his le…
- South Kongress Special - Rhea Ripley
The WWE Women's World Champion talks abut her breakout 2023 that began with her winning the Royal Rumble. She touches on style, authenticity, social media fame, and carving out her very own path in the world of professional wrestling.
- South Kongress Special - Jey Uso
Full Article for The Ringer: https://www.theringer.com/wwe/2023/11/22/23971751/jey-uso-wwe-survivor-series-wargames-interview-main-event-roman-reigns-usos-bloodline Days before his second consecutive War Games match at WWE Survivor Series,…
- South Kongress Special - LA Knight
Article Link: https://www.theringer.com/wwe/2023/11/3/23944228/la-knight-wwe-crown-jewel-2023-interview-attitude-era-influences-slim-jim-timberland-boots Ahead of the biggest match of his career, I talked to LA Knight about timing, Timberl…
- South Kongress Special - Eddie Kingston
Full Interview Transcript: https://www.fightful.com/wrestling/exclusives/eddie-kingston-being-roh-champion-won-t-set-until-i-retire-ethan-page-my-radar I caught up with Eddie Kingston a few days after his Ring of Honor World Title win. We…
- South Kongress Special - Tiffany Stratton
Before her title match against Thea Hail at NXT's Great American Bash, Tiffany Stratton talks about the transition from gymnastics to wrestling, defining her character, performing in front of PLE crowds, and who she thinks is the best wome…
- South Kongress Special - "Stone Cold" Steve Austin
We interviewed WWE Legend "Stone Cold" Steve Austin about his newest show, "Stone Cold Takes on America". We talked being a fish out of water, South Texas sensibilities, what creates creates good chemistry in front of the camera and more!
- South Kongress Special - Bryan Danielson
*Thanks to Bryan Danielson, Good Gold Agency and All Elite Wrestling for use of this audio* This is the full interview with Bryan Danielson heading into his world title match with MJF at AEW Revolution that inspired my piece, "At Last, Dra…
- South Kongress #134 - Hits x Misses
Happy New Year! This week, we'll talk about leaving a cool job, working on new projects, my time interviewing a legend, having your own style, and of course... a star being born.
- South Kongress #133 - The Club
This week, we talk about 5 ways to help yourself as a creator, and a brand new initiative to help new creators get feedback on their early work. *some places you can donate to re: hurricane relief and aid* https://docs.google.com/document/…
- South Kongress #132 - Proving Grounds
This week, we talk about an LA trip that almost turned into a horror movie, and avoiding the creative sophomore slump. The World Belongs to Dax Harwood - https://www.theringer.com/2022/9/21/23364006/dax-harwood-ftr-aew-dynamite-grand-slam-…
- South Kongress #131 - Writer's Block
We're back! Cam's got a new career, but two careers, but... well you'll understand. Some chance meetings and hard work have put us in position to do things we never dreamed of. Here's the story of a San Antonio kid fulfilling a lifelong dr…
- South Kongress #130 - Only the Family
Cam's a year older and does some reflection on carrying trauma, trying to find happiness, and getting out of your own damn way.
- South Kongress #129 - Views from the Food Bonanza
Join the wave! twitch.tv/ceehawk It's been too long! Here's a quick recap of what's been happening the last few months, where this whole thing is headed, and really how we went from reading magazines in stores to writing for the damn thing…
- Daemon Dust Pod - Chaos Seeds Book 3 Episode 10 (ch. 8-15)
On this review episode, Kendria and Travis dig into another section of chapters of book three of The Land. Our steadfast MC goes from having a cathartic night full of joy, acceptance and honoring the dead, to being assassinated and sent to…
- What's the Fun in That? - SuperChatParty #2 - Blerdbox goes to BlerdCon
Blerdbox goes to Blerdcon. The convention experience and the revitalizing effect of the Black nerd community. Host @Bl3rdbox @wtfit9 SuperPartyChat Voicemail hox 979-221-6149
- What's the Fun in That? - SuperChatParty #1 My Body is Ready
E3 Greatness episode Hosts: @Bl3rdbox @wtfit9 On today's episode we discuss E3, the memorable moments, the gafs, and why we love it. SuperPartyChat Voicemail 979-221-6149
- Daemon Dust Pod - Chaos Seeds Book 3 Episode 9 (ch. 0-7)
After multiple months off, Kendria and Travis are back talking about book three in the Chaos Seeds series! Picking right up where book two left off, what is our MC going to doing about the two new prisoners captured while he was away? Rand…
- South Kongress #128 - 800 Meters
Let me tell you about my best friend.
- South Kongress #127 - Two Racks
After a few weeks off, the guys talk about more fallout from the Capitol Insurrection, Biden's goals to unite the country, the joke that is the stock market, who's going to win the Super Bowl, and two of the most fascinating people adjacen…
- South Kongress Special - AJ Gray, GCW's "Fight Forever" Event
This weekend (1/29/21-1/30/21) Game Changer Wrestling, commonly knows as GCW, is putting on a FREE 24 hour straight live wrestling even on both FITE TV and Youtube, named after the popular wrestling cry "Fight Forever". One of the wrestler…
- Kim and Nina's Untitled Podcast - Pilot
In this pilot episode, Nina and Kim lay the groundwork for their still in progress show. They talk about what made them want to do a podcast, the topics they plan on discussing, and much more. Any feedback is appreciated, so please email s…
- South Kongress #126 - Stephanofsky
The guys get together on the first show of the new year to talk festivities, white folks committing treason, Trump getting banned from like... everything, and losing a mutual friend.
- South Kongress #125 - Dallas or San Antonio
The guys get together for the final show of the year to talk about the highs and(mostly) lows of 2020, what they've learned about themselves and others, resolutions and goals, dealing with wrestling twitter, and of course, the wrestling Ot…
- Daemon Dust Podcast #204 - "Tower of the Angels"
On this week's review, Rich and Trav discuss the battle for "æsahættr" in the Torre degli Angeli! This lightweight fight was between one of our plucky main characters, Will and weirdo knife wielder, Tullio. Will lost two fingers in the fig…
- South Kongress Special - Andy Nemmity
*note - a portion of the interview was cut due to the inclusion of people who have recently dealt with threats and harrassment* In this interview, Cam talks with Andy Nemmity, one of the owners of the wrestling blog/brand WrestleJoy. They…
- Daemon Dust Podcast #203 - "Theft"
On this episode of the pod, Travis complains about the writers making "his" Lyra look dumb and once again not using the roadmap the books provide. Mrs. Coulter forever wins best actor of the episode recognition! Her and Lee Scoresby's scen…
- The Daemon Dust Podcast #202 - "The Cave"
The Ddust Pod is back in action for episode two of the second season, recapping The Cave. Lyra and Will travel to Will's world where Lyra is promptly side swiped by a car. Not learning her lesson, she runs around a strange city in a new wo…
- South Kongress #124 - Clout Awareness
This week, the guys talk about their Thanksgiving experiences, Tyson vs. Jones and Nate Robinson's fall from the rim, Trump financing his Ls, and Cam's early impressions of the Clubhouse app.
- Daemon Dust #201 - "The City of Magpies"
After 10 long, daemon-free months, Richard and Travis are back reviewing His Dark Materials for season two! This season finds our mains in a whole new multiverse in a city called Cittagazze. Lyra meets Will and immediately puts him in an a…
- The Daemon Dust Podcast: Chaos Seeds #8 (Book 2, Chapters 25-end)
In this final section of book two, Kendria and Travis complete the dungeon quest along with our MC to unlock his second power. In the process Sion was forced to relive his worst memory over and over again to find answers and help the party…
- The Daemon Dust Podcast: Chaos Seeds #7 (Book 3, Chapters 17-24)
On this episode, Travis and Kendria fall head first into a time worn dungeon to follow our main characters. A dungeon dive that has an entire party involved as Richter, Sion, Yoshi, Alma and Daniella make their way through. This section co…
- South Kongress #123 - COOKED!
This week, the guys talk Peanut's birthday, election fallout, and how it will effect our country's battle with COVID-19 going forward.
- South Kongress #122 - Gap Adjustments
This week, the guys talk about Peanut being REALLY good at his job, the election's possible outcomes and consequences, rappers looking like jerks with Trump (12:53), shaming your friends, neighbors and celebrities for being selfish idiots…