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The Freakapotamus Podcast

Tha Real Russell
Prince Rogers Nelson
Prince
Minneapolis
Paisley Park
Purple Rain
Minneapolis Sound
Minneapolis, United States
First Avenue
Morris Day
Jesse Johnson
Kenny Babyface Edmonds
Columbia, United States
Roger Troutman
The Condensate
Music
D'angelo
Angie Stone
1999
Netflix
Another Lonely Christmas

All things r&b, funk, soul & Prince!

A Youtube Podcast channel where we mainly discuss all things Prince, anything Prince related, funk, soul and r&b. We are here to play a very vital role in the Prince community and to join forces with other Prince related channels in an effort to keep Prince's legacy alive and thriving. We also discuss anything related to funk, soul and r&b. If you're a fan of... more

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PRINCE: Lady Cabdriver Instrumental - Listening Session  taken from last Thursday’s livestream!

If you’re a real Prince fan, hit subscribe—we go deep into unreleased tracks every week.

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Prince: “Automatic” Isolated Vocals from last night’s live stream! Incredible! 💜 #prince #purplerain #princerogersnelson #1999 #paisleypark

All my links: linktr.ee/freakapotamus?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=b248... more

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Last minute impromptu livestream!

Right here, Youtube & Twitch!

Join in for a little purple fun as we dissect and stem out the songs "automatic" & "Lady Cab Driver".

We'll also talk about The Celebration 2026 lineup and much mo... more

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Join us tonight as we celebrate the 10th anniversary Prince's transition. Live Call in show! Call in & share your Prince stories, memories or where you were on that dreadful day on April 21st, 2016. Let's keep it upbeat and fun....i... more

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Come hang out with us as we talk about Prince Celebration 2026 & play some unreleased Prince music!

#Prince #PrinceRogersNelson #purplerain #ThePurpleOne #PrinceMusic #PrinceFans #PrinceForever #PrinceLegacy  #PaisleyPark #Prince4E... more

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Streamed live on Apr 18, 2024  Freakapotamus Podcast

If you've ever been to a Paisley Park Celebration, you know how fun it is but what is your ultimate dream celebration? Join Richard Cole (Amari Music Talk) and I as we discuss ou... more

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Streamed live on Feb 17, 2024  Freakapotamus Podcast

Join me as I expess gratitude for my first 100 subscribers! Just vibing out to some old funk, soul & r&b…just saying thanks!                                        #rnbsoul #rnb ... more

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Streamed live on Jun 5, 2024  Freakapotamus Podcast

Join us as we watch & discuss the recent Purple Rain 40th Anniversary Screening & Panel Q&A which was held on Sunday, May 26th at the Regent in Los Angeles, Ca. - Event was Hosted... more

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Dan Daly
Dan Daly from Minneapolis; attendee sharing experiences
Minneapolis community
Episode: 2026 PRINCE CELEBRATION DISCUSSION CALL-IN SHOW PLUS UNRELEASED PRINCE TRACKS PLAYED LIVE!
Martin Kimber
Martin Kimber; involved with Purple Genealogy and promotions
Purple Genealogy
Episode: 2026 PRINCE CELEBRATION DISCUSSION CALL-IN SHOW PLUS UNRELEASED PRINCE TRACKS PLAYED LIVE!
Christopher (Mr. Christopher)
Mr. Christopher, Funkatopia host; Prince‑related show figure
Funkatopia
Episode: 2026 PRINCE CELEBRATION DISCUSSION CALL-IN SHOW PLUS UNRELEASED PRINCE TRACKS PLAYED LIVE!
Tonya Harrison
Live correspondent mentioned as tracking down guests
Fan media
Episode: 2026 PRINCE CELEBRATION DISCUSSION CALL-IN SHOW PLUS UNRELEASED PRINCE TRACKS PLAYED LIVE!
Lincol Paris
Lincol Paris (Lincoln Paris)
Prince events organizer
Episode: 2026 PRINCE CELEBRATION DISCUSSION CALL-IN SHOW PLUS UNRELEASED PRINCE TRACKS PLAYED LIVE!
Alfonso Starr
Alfonso Starr; organizer of Riley Creek Born Day event
Prince events promoter
Episode: 2026 PRINCE CELEBRATION DISCUSSION CALL-IN SHOW PLUS UNRELEASED PRINCE TRACKS PLAYED LIVE!
Captain Randy
Captain Randy, organizer of Prince The Tour Minneapolis
Episode: Interview With Prince The Tour's Captain Randy
Tonya D. Harris
Promoter and live events professional discussed in the episode
Tonya D. Harris / promoter
Episode: Prince Protege Night & Call In Show! In the spirit of the Sheila E / Paisley Park dilemma.
Jerome Benton
Guest panelist
Episode: WATCH ALONG Of The Purple Rain 40th Anniversary Screening & Panel Q&A - Held at The Regent in L.A.

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The Real Russell
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Interview with Maggie Keane & Sam Jennings
Q: What's next for you both in terms of projects or directions?
Maggie mentions an Emmett Till mural in September and upcoming indoor work due to weather constraints, while Sam talks about continuing work with Abra Levine and maintaining agency work in LA, with potential new large-scale murals and cross-media projects.
Interview with Maggie Keane & Sam Jennings
Q: How did your collaborations with Prince shape your career and what input did you have?
Sam explains Prince pulled him onto increasingly creative projects after recognizing his potential, allowing him to influence album art, merchandise, and early music streaming concepts; Prince remained deeply involved, from font choices to color palettes. Maggie notes Prince's strong visual sense and the impact of his era-spanning imagery on her mural choices, emphasizing collaboration and the desire to evoke the music visually.
Interview with Maggie Keane & Sam Jennings
Q: Could you walk us through your early life and how you decided to pursue art?
Maggie describes a childhood drawn to crayons and painting, with a gradual realization that drawing came naturally and later blossomed into painting and storytelling through portraits. Sam shares a similar origin, growing up with a desire to create, pursuing design and painting in college, and then embracing the Internet as a tool for art and career development.
The Real Russell's Birthday Turn-Up Livestream With Surprise Special Guest Robin Power Royal
Q: Can you share a defining moment when Prince impacted your career?
Robin recounts meeting Prince in Los Angeles, receiving gifts, and being invited to after-parties, which catalyzed her drive to pursue a destiny connected to his music.
The Real Russell's Birthday Turn-Up Livestream With Surprise Special Guest Robin Power Royal
Q: What drew you to Prince initially and how did you become a fan?
Robin explains discovering Prince as a teenager, drawn by his controversial era and the energy of his live performances, which sparked a lifelong commitment to honoring his legacy.

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This show centers on Prince, funk, soul, and R&B history, with a strong emphasis on Prince-related lore, live performances, and vault-era material. Episodes blend deep-dive explorations of specific songs, unreleased projects, and documentary contexts with community-driven discussions, fan memories, and live audience participation. The host frequently analyzes how music history, rights, and archival releases shape modern perception, while also spotlighting Minneapolis-area music scenes, estate developments, and anniversary tributes. A standout trait is the community-driven, nostalgia-soaked approach that invites fans and industry insiders to share memories, context, and opinions in real time, creating a vibrant intersection of scholarship, f... more

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1. Dan Daly
2. Martin Kimber
3. Christopher (Mr. Christopher)
4. Tonya Harrison
5. Lincol Paris
6. Alfonso Starr
7. Captain Randy
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