Behind the Turntables: Willie Wonka's Wild Ride in the DJ World

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Join us as we sit down with Willie Wonka, the charismatic DJ for Minneapolis rapper Prof, who shares his no-nonsense approach to social rituals and wild tales from his journey. From visits to the No Jumper podcast studio and surreal interactions with Adam22 and Whack 100, to creating content with Andrew Santino and Ryan Sickler in LA, Wonka gives us a peak behind the curtain of the entertainment industry.
Reflecting on the evolution from cramped van tours to headlining major venues, Wonka recounts the relentless pursuit of delivering unforgettable performances with Prof. Hear about the near-altercation with rapper Russ, the vibrant local scene at Froggy's in Pine City, and the unforgettable characters they've encountered along the way. We delve into the impacts of the pandemic on a DJ's career, exploring how the lockdown fostered new ways of connecting through online beat battles and virtual happy hours, while navigating life’s unexpected twists.
In a heated debate about P Diddy’s allegations and playful banter about upcoming plans, Wonka opens up about the excitement and challenges of DJing. Learn the essentials of reading the crowd, adapting on the fly, and building a brand with local artists. With plenty of laughs and camaraderie, we wrap up with a toast to friendship, fun times, and future hangouts—don’t miss out on this rollercoaster of an episode! Cheers, and we’ll see you all at Froggy's!
Follow Wonka on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wonka_musick/
0:00 DJing for Prof
7:24 Evolution of Touring and Stage Performances
18:49 Wild Encounters and Party Hosting
30:20 Navigating Life During Covid and Connecting
36:13 Navigating the DJ Industry for Success
45:01 DJing Tips and Song Requests
57:45 Debating Diddy's Allegations

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Разделы

1. DJing for Prof (00:00:00)

2. Evolution of Touring and Stage Performances (00:07:24)

3. Wild Encounters and Party Hosting (00:18:49)

4. Navigating Life During Covid and Connecting (00:30:20)

5. Navigating the DJ Industry for Success (00:36:13)

6. DJing Tips and Song Requests (00:45:01)

7. Debating Diddy's Allegations (00:57:45)

8. Party Chat With DJ Guests (01:02:19)