This Week: We're joined by one of Jersey's finest, artist Jon Crawford! Jon joins the show to discuss his new project, It It What It Is, available on all streaming platforms. We discuss his start into music, his songwriting process and how he's navigated the independent artist journey. Listen closely beloved, you might learn a thing or two.Tell a f…

This week: We discuss the recent move by certain members of City Council regarding implementing a right-to-counsel office to help with the wild rent increases and how it affects residents. Some tin foil hat time regarding the recent murder of the founder of Cash App and speculate what that means. Former President Trump gets indicted and we explain …

This week: We recap our past few episodes and catch up on everything we've missed. We discuss what's going on with Berry Lane Park and how certain political figures are attempting to block good things from happening. There was another school shooting in Nashville and why we're desensitized as a country. Artificial intelligence is making its way int…

This week: We're joined by award winning journalist and media personality David Cruz! We discuss his extensive history in media and how it's changed over the course of the years and how he's navigated it all. We talk about how he keeps his integrity in such a volatile political environment and why he loves Jersey City so much. Come learn some histo…

This week: We're joined by DSA member, Isaac Jimenez! Isaac informs us about the Right To Counsel coalition which specializes in tenant rights and fighting wrongful evictions. We discuss his start into organizing and why it's important to keep pressure on the machine so we all have a fair share. We're in this together beloved.*note: "constructive e…

This week: We are joined by candidate for Hudson County Executive Eleana Little! She joins us in the midst of her campaign and discusses what the campaign experience has been like up to this point. We talk about her start into politics, what the county government actually does and why transparency from politicians is important. Get a notepad belove…

This week: We discuss a recent announcement regarding the redevelopment of Holland Gardens and what is means for housing in the city. Political rumors regarding council people and state senate seats, Dilbert is racist and Ja Morant gets himself in trouble. Be good to people beloved.Tell a friend to tell a friend.Follow the show: For The Stress: ins…

This week: We share ride sharing stories about one of Jersey City's newest apps and some experiences with it. Legendary artist from JC, Cheese does some work with long standing local clothing shop Morlees, Fulop is at it again and Amy DeGise has an interview. Plus, we learn more about what Frankie likes because bonding with your friends is importan…

This week: We are joined by the creator of Urban Glo Brand and Jersey City's own, the great Salimah Scott. We talk about her journey into entrepreneurship and what sparked the idea for her business. Now with her 3 years under her belt, we dive into what creating from love means and pushing through challenges. Listen closely beloved.Tell a friend to…

This week: As Black History Month continues, we're back with birthday shout outs and boba tea complaints. We discuss the recent string of hit and runs in Jersey City along with the protest of Councilwoman DeGise's continued tenure on City Council. We breakdown a recent study about American cities, unidentified flying objects and RAW cones getting s…

This week: Happy Black History Month! We discuss recent developments regarding less parking and more luxury condos in downtown Jersey City and a recent shooting in The Heights. We talk about the rise of AI with Chat GPT and what it means. Netflix gets bullied and Missy Elliot is in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Root for everyone Black beloved.Tell …

This week: Things are busy in Jersey City, first we discuss after a long 6 months Councilwoman Amy DeGise was found guilty after her hit and run incident back in July 2022. We pay our respect the tragic loss of Temara King who was killed this past week and Councilman James Solomon introduces a resolution to help curb municipal spending and possibly…

This week: We say goodbye to the Hudson Reporter which has been covering local county news for the past 40 years and why its important to have local media around. We discuss recent moves by the JC Cannabis Control Board that might not benefit the community, the Holland Tunnel is getting fixed and elected officials are attempting to erase black hist…

This week: Jersey City approves a new housing center for the homeless amongst some pushback from certain city council members. We discuss "the sound of gentrification" and how it affects our lives and neighborhoods. Anti-vaxxers are stirring up trouble again and the police continue to be horrible. There's a lot to discuss beloved, get comfortable.T…

This week: We're back (we missed you too) after the holiday break discussing some of the events we missed. Mayor Fulop announced he's not running for mayor again after this term, we debate what that means for the city and his rumored run for governor. Councilman Solomon releases some details about his upcoming oversight plans and we attempt to figu…

This week: As we celebrate the last episode of 2022, we reflect on this past year, what we've learned and what we're applying to 2023. We discuss recent approvals from the Jersey City Cannabis Control Board and who's benefiting from it and pay respects to Stephen "Twitch" Boss. It's been a wild year beloved. We'll be back in 2023.Tell a friend to t…

This week: We are joined by Nur & Kale of Build More Unity! As two of the esteemed members of the organization, we discuss their start into organizing and what lead them into becoming members of BMU. They describe how the organizing relates as college students and why meeting people where they are is important. The kids are alright.Tell a friend to…

This week: We're joined by one of Atlanta's hottest new artist, 2 Clean! We discuss his start in music, Atlanta etiquette and why it ain't cappin if you got it. From saying f*ck rap to having one of the hottest singles out, 2 Clean talks about the power of believing in yourself. Listen up beloved.Tell a friend to tell a friend.Follow the show:For T…

This week: After a brief break, we're back to catch up on all the news we've missed. We discuss Jersey City getting new public housing for the first time in 4 decades, the concept of "double dipping" when it comes to government officials and we pay our respects to Shanquella Robinson. Kano also makes an appearance. Tell a friend to tell a friend.Fo…

This week: We sending our condolences and prayers to the family of Takeoff and the rest of the Migos as we discuss the recent and tragic passing of the 28-year old superstar. We debate the news surrounding Kyrie Irving and his comments regarding the Jewish community and we explain why Elon Musk is a super villain. Lead with love beloved, its a lot …

This week: We're joined by artist and doctor, Jersey City's very own, Quis Chandla. We discuss his journey into music and his early influences, finding his identity and the balance of sacrificing yourself to make your community better. Class is in session beloved.Tell a friend to tell a friend. Follow the show:For The Stress: instagram.com/forthest…

This week: We discuss some life lessons involving strengthening your faith and trusting the process. In local news, we talk about the recent Jersey City budget and what it means for us as citizens. Things seem to get worse before they will get better and we debate how we move forward. Listen closely beloved, gems were dropped.Tell a friend to tell …

This week: Back to regularly scheduled programming, we catch up on the past few weeks and getting back to work. In local news, Jersey City City Council recently passed a bill that has the housing community split in two. We discuss what the bill is, the difference between YIMBY vs. NIMBY and what the solution is. One heated debate turns in another h…

This week: Karma returns! Jersey City's own superstar returns to The Dojo to discuss her new project Faint of Hart, available on all streaming platforms. She talks about the growth between projects, her writing process and how she had to bury her old self in order to grow. Jewels were dropped in abundance, listen closely beloved.Tell a friend to te…

This week: We are proud to present the audio recording of the 5th Year Anniversary Live Show that took place on September 30th. Thank you to the Jersey City Theater Center, the vendors, the sponsors and the everything in attendance for a memorable night. Tell a friend to tell a friend.Follow the show:For The Stress: instagram.com/forthestress_podca…

This week: For The Stress has officially turned 5 years old and we are preparing to celebrate with our live show on September 30th (get your tickets beloved). We discuss how the show was created, how Frankie and 4K met and what lies ahead. We debated local protests and extend an invitation to Mayor Fulop to come onto the show. Scammers are still sc…

This week: We're joined by filmmaker, writer and stand up comedian Ryan Roman. We discuss his journey into writing from producing an award winning web series to working at Comedy Central. Ryan discusses how he embraces change and keeping his integrity as a creative but most importantly he details the power in shutting yo ass up. Jewels were dropped…

This week: We are joined by the good brother OG Ron aka Ron Bautista. Ron discusses his new podcast "The Change with Ron Bautista" and how that's helping amplify the voices of people in his community. We get into his campaign for Hudson County Commissioner and how the fight never stops. Pay attention beloved, you might learn a thing or two.Tell a f…

This week: We're proud to announce our 5th Year Anniversary Live Show happening on September 30th. Tickets will be released soon, please come out and celebrate with us. In other news, we discuss the city's new housing program to help first time homebuyers and how once in a while local government does something good. A conversation about growing up …

This week: We discuss the recent ruling on the Jersey City ward map and what could be the next steps. President Biden made headlines by cancelling $10k in student loans and criticism immediately follows. Climate change is evaporating rivers around the globe and AI-generated rappers are now a thing. Get a snack beloved, we have a lot to discuss.Tell…

This week: We recap the latest City Council meeting which was jam packed with citizens wanting to voice their opinions and concerns about Councilwoman DeGise's incident which happened over a month ago; 4K Jae makes his public statement regarding the incident. We discuss documentaries about psychedelics and their healing power and show love to all t…

This week: We are joined by real estate agent Camila Montero of ExP Realty & Armando Pina Properties Group. She breaks down how she entered the real estate market and what drives her into helping people. Camila gives us an education into the current market and what you should look for when buying a home. Grab a pen and paper, you might learn someth…

This week: We discuss recent local meetings with organizations and nonprofits from across the city and how those went. Rent.com says Jersey City is the most expensive city to live in and we come up with some ways to decrease the rental gap. Brittney Griner gets sentenced to 9 years in Russia, Mystical is a danger and Mike Tyson has beef with Hulu. …

This week: We have more information regarding Councilwoman Amy DeGise's hit-run incident. We discuss the video and how it affects the situation overall and this becoming a national story. Certain media outlets have decided to take positions regarding this story that go against the popular stance and we support one of our own starting their campaign…

This week: We recap the past week of birthdays and the fantastic interview last week. We discuss a city scandal involving a councilperson and a hit & run and how that reflects on city government. The FBI is still looking for Jimmy Hoffa, MonkeyPox is rampaging through the country and it's 9,000 degrees outside. Stay safe beloved.Tell a friend to te…

This week: We are joined by Jersey City Councilman James Solomon of Ward E. We discuss his journey into politics coming from Boston, MA and a life alternating medical scare that strengthen his resolve into public service. We also talk about how he maintains his community first approach and how the citizens have more power than they think. Listen cl…

This week: After a brief mental health break, we're back to discuss all of the missed foolishness and news. We start with some some stories about how to survive in a Jersey City public pool and the successful July 4th concert. Senators are now twerking and scientists are trying to open new dimensions so all things are seemingly back to normal. Stay…

This week: The Supreme Court has decided to strip all Americans of their rights starting with the overturning of Roe v. Wade. We discuss what has lead to this decision from a political standpoint and what it means going forward for our society. Our full support goes to all the women affected by this and those who care committed to not going away qu…

This week: We discuss the importance of Juneteenth and how we celebrated. Jersey City environmentalist are fighting the commercialization of a state park and we debate the effects of privatizing it. We talk about what Father's Day means to us and why you should leave animals alone. Stay out the zoo beloved.Tell a friend to tell a friend.Follow the …

This week: We discuss the cost of being outside being out of control and why staying inside is an economic strategy. NJ recently had a primary election and talk about why certain candidates keep losing and the machine continues to dominate. We have a conversation surrounding drill music, its effects on the community and what we can do to shift the …

This week: TikTok teaches us history the cruel history of black towns being destroyed and drowned to make lakes. We discuss Mayor Fulop's new media beef and all those involved. Star Wars fans continue to be racist, Johnny Deep wins his lawsuit and 4K wants to go hiking. The rent is still too gotdamn high beloved.Tell a friend to tell a friend.Follo…

This week: With more mass shootings happening around the country, we discuss Jersey City's responses to it through practicing and preparing for them. We discuss the horrific shooting in Uvalde, Texas which lead to the lost of 19 children, we share thoughts about the psychology of why it keeps happening and what a possible solution could look like. …

This week: We discuss recent outings including a community fridge opening, a networking event and not having a strong enough pitch. There was a recent active shooter drill in the city due to the events in Buffalo, NY and we talk about what that means for the safety of the citizens. BLM is revealed to be a scam and MonkeyPox is fresh on the streets.…

This week: We have a lot to get into, starting from listener feedback from the last episode (y'all are now known as the Stressers), a recent crime wave in Jersey City, along with the mass shooting in Buffalo, NY. Tin foil hat(TFH)time surrounding the impending baby formula shortage and the recent indictment of YSL. We review Kendrick Lamar's album …

This week: We discuss NJ's recent ban on all plastic bags and how it affects our day to day lives. A leaked draft from a Supreme Court Justice in favor of overturning Roe v. Wade hits the public, we discuss what it means for abortion protection and women's rights. Finally, we examine why you shouldn't troll, shout out to Drake.Tell a friend to tell…

This week: We discuss a recent political forum held in Jersey City and what it means for the state moving forward. City Council implements more trained mental health professionals to respond to 9-1-1 calls instead of police officers and we debate what it means now that Elon Musk has purchased Twitter. Press play and enjoy beloved.Tell a friend to t…

This week: after a brief break, we're back to regularly scheduled programming. Prayers to the family of hip-hop legend DJ KaySlay who recently passed from covid complications. We get into a lengthy debate surrounding New Jersey's recent legalization of the recreational marijuana and how it affects the people in need. Play this loudly and support yo…

This week: We are joined by the congressional candidate of New Jersey's 10th District, the illustrious Imani Oakley. We discuss her journey into politics; what made her decide to run for Congress, how she's personally invested into her policy changes and why no matter what, you should keep fighting. Listen closely beloved, you might learn a thing o…

This week: We're joined by author, journalist and artist Cyph360. We discuss his start in music, how he got into writing and why he believes that anything is possible if you put your mind to it. Listen closely beloved, gems were dropped.Tell a friend to tell a friend.Follow the show:For The Stress: instagram.com/forthestress_podcast4K Jae: twitter.…

This week: We're joined by the creator/founder of Zion Park NJ, the illustrious Naomi Stevens. We discuss what lead her into creating Zion Park based out of Newark, NJ, how her spirituality fuels her passion to make a change in her community and why she'll never be a "clout-tivist". This is a Newark-Jersey City connection, listen up beloved you mig…