Voices of the 904 https://www.news4jax.com/ en Produced by News4Jax, in cooperation with Graham Media Group. "Voices of the 904", hosted and created by Kendra Mazeke, is a digital series featuring in-depth conversations about everyday people redefining Jacksonville’s creative scene. Each episode spotlights an artist, community leader or creative whose passion fuels the city’s unique heartbeat and evolving identity. New episodes drop biweekly on Thursdays at noon. https://megaphone.imgix.net/podcasts/acc830f0-18cc-11f1-a5a7-57e5f40649a5/image/82768bcb093778ab0eea08d28ce387fb.png?ixlib=rails-4.3.1&max-w=3000&max-h=3000&fit=crop&auto=format,compress Voices of the 904 https://www.news4jax.com/ no episodic News4Jax and Graham Media Group "Voices of the 904", hosted and created by Kendra Mazeke, is a digital series featuring in-depth conversations about everyday people redefining Jacksonville’s creative scene. Each episode spotlights an artist, community leader or creative whose passion fuels the city’s unique heartbeat and evolving identity. New episodes drop biweekly on Thursdays at noon. "Voices of the 904", hosted and created by Kendra Mazeke, is a digital series featuring in-depth conversations about everyday people redefining Jacksonville’s creative scene.

Each episode spotlights an artist, community leader or creative whose passion fuels the city’s unique heartbeat and evolving identity.

New episodes drop biweekly on Thursdays at noon.

]]> News4Jax and Graham Media Group podcasts@grahamdigital.com Ep. 6 - The rhythmic heartbeat at the center of Jacksonville’s street dance scene On this episode of “Voices of the 904,” Rochelle Underdue and Shirley Murray reflect on the 10-year journey of “In the Midst,” a Jacksonville dance platform rooted in hip-hop and street culture. The two discuss artistic expression, storytelling, and how the platform has evolved into a safe space that uplifts underground street dancers while building community, creativity, and visibility through movement. Fri, 22 May 2026 02:20:00 -0000 full News4Jax and Graham Media Group On this episode of “Voices of the 904,” Rochelle Underdue and Shirley Murray reflect on the 10-year journey of “In the Midst,” a Jacksonville dance platform rooted in hip-hop and street culture. The two discuss artistic expression, storytelling, and how the platform has evolved into a safe space that uplifts underground street dancers while building community, creativity, and visibility through movement. On this episode of “Voices of the 904,” Rochelle Underdue and Shirley Murray reflect on the 10-year journey of “In the Midst,” a Jacksonville dance platform rooted in hip-hop and street culture. The two discuss artistic expression, storytelling, and how the platform has evolved into a safe space that uplifts underground street dancers while building community, creativity, and visibility through movement.

]]> 3026 Ep. 5 - Behind his lens for Cr8Jax lies the reflection of community & connection On "Voices of the 904," Toni Smailagić, founder of Cr8Jax, opens up about burnout, personal growth and how his evolving perspective on Jacksonville’s growth has reshaped his approach—while staying rooted in his core mission: connecting people and introducing the community to the city. Fri, 08 May 2026 18:54:00 -0000 full News4Jax and Graham Media Group On "Voices of the 904," Toni Smailagić, founder of Cr8Jax, opens up about burnout, personal growth and how his evolving perspective on Jacksonville’s growth has reshaped his approach—while staying rooted in his core mission: connecting people and introducing the community to the city. On "Voices of the 904," Toni Smailagić, founder of Cr8Jax, opens up about burnout, personal growth and how his evolving perspective on Jacksonville’s growth has reshaped his approach—while staying rooted in his core mission: connecting people and introducing the community to the city.

]]> 2514 Ep. 4: His path planted the seeds to turn grief into growth in Jacksonville On this episode of Voices of the 904, Wade Lee Richards shares how a season of grief led him to find healing through plants—transforming his life and career. Now the lead gardener at the Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens, he uses gardening to foster community, promote wellness, and inspire growth through life’s challenges. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:30:00 -0000 full News4Jax and Graham Media Group On this episode of Voices of the 904, Wade Lee Richards shares how a season of grief led him to find healing through plants—transforming his life and career. Now the lead gardener at the Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens, he uses gardening to foster community, promote wellness, and inspire growth through life’s challenges. On this episode of Voices of the 904, Wade Lee Richards shares how a season of grief led him to find healing through plants—transforming his life and career. Now the lead gardener at the Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens, he uses gardening to foster community, promote wellness, and inspire growth through life’s challenges.

]]> 1715 Ep. 3 She had the idea. He had the support. Together, they created Jacksonville’s largest film fest Monique and Adam Madrid share how a simple idea for a comedy festival grew into the LOL Jax Film Festival, now Jacksonville’s largest local film and comedy festival. On "Voices of the 904," the duo reflects on building a platform that connects filmmakers, comedians, musicians, and creatives while advocating for stronger support and recognition for Jacksonville’s growing film industry. Thu, 09 Apr 2026 16:30:00 -0000 full News4Jax and Graham Media Group Monique and Adam Madrid share how a simple idea for a comedy festival grew into the LOL Jax Film Festival, now Jacksonville’s largest local film and comedy festival. On "Voices of the 904," the duo reflects on building a platform that connects filmmakers, comedians, musicians, and creatives while advocating for stronger support and recognition for Jacksonville’s growing film industry. Monique and Adam Madrid share how a simple idea for a comedy festival grew into the LOL Jax Film Festival, now Jacksonville’s largest local film and comedy festival. On "Voices of the 904," the duo reflects on building a platform that connects filmmakers, comedians, musicians, and creatives while advocating for stronger support and recognition for Jacksonville’s growing film industry.

]]> 2829 Ep. 2 Her creative lens turned a studio into a space elevating Jacksonville’s identity In this episode of "Voices of the 904," Felicia Anderson shares how the bold vision behind Luxury Point Studio grew into a creative playground for Jacksonville artists — and why she’s passionate about elevating the city’s creative scene while empowering others along the way. Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:42:00 -0000 full News4Jax and Graham Media Group In this episode of "Voices of the 904," Felicia Anderson shares how the bold vision behind Luxury Point Studio grew into a creative playground for Jacksonville artists — and why she’s passionate about elevating the city’s creative scene while empowering others along the way. In this episode of "Voices of the 904," Felicia Anderson shares how the bold vision behind Luxury Point Studio grew into a creative playground for Jacksonville artists — and why she’s passionate about elevating the city’s creative scene while empowering others along the way.

]]> 2111 Season 2 - Ep 1. - How her work for the Northside is a love letter to its culture, history In the premiere episode, Dana Michelle shares how her love for Jacksonville’s Northside inspired her to create Northside Pride. Through initiatives like the Front Porch History Project and the Moncrief Springs documentary, she works to preserve local Black history while reshaping perceptions of the Northside as a vibrant place to eat, shop and explore. Thu, 12 Mar 2026 16:18:00 -0000 full News4Jax and Graham Media Group In the premiere episode, Dana Michelle shares how her love for Jacksonville’s Northside inspired her to create Northside Pride. Through initiatives like the Front Porch History Project and the Moncrief Springs documentary, she works to preserve local Black history while reshaping perceptions of the Northside as a vibrant place to eat, shop and explore. In the premiere episode, Dana Michelle shares how her love for Jacksonville’s Northside inspired her to create Northside Pride. Through initiatives like the Front Porch History Project and the Moncrief Springs documentary, she works to preserve local Black history while reshaping perceptions of the Northside as a vibrant place to eat, shop and explore.

]]> 2556 Ep. 8 - Her spin on placemaking calls people to fall back in love with downtown Kady Yellow, vice president of PlacemakingJax, is a driving force behind one of the largest movements shaping downtown Jacksonville. Since arriving four years ago, she has redefined placemaking through a people-first, community-engagement approach that brings life to public spaces. In the season finale of Voices of the 904, Kady explains what placemaking is, why it matters, and how education and activation work together through initiatives like the Placemaking School. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 21:30:00 -0000 full News4Jax and Graham Media Group Kady Yellow, vice president of PlacemakingJax, is a driving force behind one of the largest movements shaping downtown Jacksonville. Since arriving four years ago, she has redefined placemaking through a people-first, community-engagement approach that brings life to public spaces. In the season finale of Voices of the 904, Kady explains what placemaking is, why it matters, and how education and activation work together through initiatives like the Placemaking School. Kady Yellow, vice president of PlacemakingJax, is a driving force behind one of the largest movements shaping downtown Jacksonville. Since arriving four years ago, she has redefined placemaking through a people-first, community-engagement approach that brings life to public spaces. In the season finale of Voices of the 904, Kady explains what placemaking is, why it matters, and how education and activation work together through initiatives like the Placemaking School.


]]> 2396 Ep. 7 - The one-man army cooking with a passion to feed the city that raised him Chef Kalin Anderson, owner of FeedtheVille and the next guest on Voices of the 904, transforms any space into a kitchen with his expressive, unrestricted style. In this episode, he leads a live cook-along while sharing his culinary journey, the pivotal moment that pushed him into full-time entrepreneurship, and how he uses food to expand palates and build community through events like his “Curated by Kalin Anderson!” pop-ups. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 21:27:00 -0000 full News4Jax and Graham Media Group Chef Kalin Anderson, owner of FeedtheVille and the next guest on Voices of the 904, transforms any space into a kitchen with his expressive, unrestricted style. In this episode, he leads a live cook-along while sharing his culinary journey, the pivotal moment that pushed him into full-time entrepreneurship, and how he uses food to expand palates and build community through events like his “Curated by Kalin Anderson!” pop-ups. Chef Kalin Anderson, owner of FeedtheVille and the next guest on Voices of the 904, transforms any space into a kitchen with his expressive, unrestricted style. In this episode, he leads a live cook-along while sharing his culinary journey, the pivotal moment that pushed him into full-time entrepreneurship, and how he uses food to expand palates and build community through events like his “Curated by Kalin Anderson!” pop-ups.

]]> 2567 Ep. 6 - He etched his granddad’s musical legacy into the rebirth of 41 Duval St. Nick Kano revitalized his granddad’s historic Paulus Music Company, transforming the longtime musician hub at 41 E. Duval Street into a thriving creative space with five community-focused businesses. This week on “Voices of the 904,” he shares his family’s multi-generational story, the partnership with PlacemakingJax that helped bring the project to life, and why contributing to downtown Jacksonville’s resurgence is deeply meaningful to him. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 21:23:00 -0000 full News4Jax and Graham Media Group Nick Kano revitalized his granddad’s historic Paulus Music Company, transforming the longtime musician hub at 41 E. Duval Street into a thriving creative space with five community-focused businesses. This week on “Voices of the 904,” he shares his family’s multi-generational story, the partnership with PlacemakingJax that helped bring the project to life, and why contributing to downtown Jacksonville’s resurgence is deeply meaningful to him. Nick Kano revitalized his granddad’s historic Paulus Music Company, transforming the longtime musician hub at 41 E. Duval Street into a thriving creative space with five community-focused businesses. This week on “Voices of the 904,” he shares his family’s multi-generational story, the partnership with PlacemakingJax that helped bring the project to life, and why contributing to downtown Jacksonville’s resurgence is deeply meaningful to him.


]]> 1874 Ep. 5 - Multi-hyphenate artist cements his imprint with a message meant to inspire In this episode of "Voices of the 904," Victor “Metamorphvic” Alexander reflects on reshaping his mindset, breaking down his creative process, and explaining how projects like his debut solo show, The Red Door, embody his mission of community-driven artistry. His work is helping redefine Jacksonville’s creative landscape and fuel the rise of the Phoenix Arts District. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 21:16:00 -0000 full News4Jax and Graham Media Group In this episode of "Voices of the 904," Victor “Metamorphvic” Alexander reflects on reshaping his mindset, breaking down his creative process, and explaining how projects like his debut solo show, The Red Door, embody his mission of community-driven artistry. His work is helping redefine Jacksonville’s creative landscape and fuel the rise of the Phoenix Arts District. In this episode of "Voices of the 904," Victor “Metamorphvic” Alexander reflects on reshaping his mindset, breaking down his creative process, and explaining how projects like his debut solo show, The Red Door, embody his mission of community-driven artistry. His work is helping redefine Jacksonville’s creative landscape and fuel the rise of the Phoenix Arts District.

]]> 1987 Ep 4: Vintage fashionista brings confidence & elegance to Duval’s fashion scene In this episode of Voices of the 904, vintage stylist and Six in the City founder Enricka “Rik” James shares how thrifting, self-love, and motherhood shaped her bold sense of style. The episode spotlights Jacksonville’s emerging fashion scene and the debut of The Duval Ball — a Met Gala-inspired celebration of fashion and art benefiting local schools. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 21:13:00 -0000 full News4Jax and Graham Media Group In this episode of Voices of the 904, vintage stylist and Six in the City founder Enricka “Rik” James shares how thrifting, self-love, and motherhood shaped her bold sense of style. The episode spotlights Jacksonville’s emerging fashion scene and the debut of The Duval Ball — a Met Gala-inspired celebration of fashion and art benefiting local schools. In this episode of Voices of the 904, vintage stylist and Six in the City founder Enricka “Rik” James shares how thrifting, self-love, and motherhood shaped her bold sense of style. The episode spotlights Jacksonville’s emerging fashion scene and the debut of The Duval Ball — a Met Gala-inspired celebration of fashion and art benefiting local schools.

]]> 2117 Ep. 3: How a single sketch turned into an ’89 Los Way’ streetwear statement Carlos Foster turned a single sketch into his streetwear brand, 89 Los Originals. In this episode of Voices of the 904, he shares his passion for sneakers, quality design, and previews his new HBCU-inspired collection. Tue, 10 Mar 2026 21:09:00 -0000 full News4Jax and Graham Media Group Carlos Foster turned a single sketch into his streetwear brand, 89 Los Originals. In this episode of Voices of the 904, he shares his passion for sneakers, quality design, and previews his new HBCU-inspired collection. Carlos Foster turned a single sketch into his streetwear brand, 89 Los Originals. In this episode of Voices of the 904, he shares his passion for sneakers, quality design, and previews his new HBCU-inspired collection.


]]> 1322 Ep. 2: Storytelling with strategy meets an invite to connect with Black history Carla Mechele Jones, founder of Carla Mechele Media and curator at Lift Ev’ry Voice & Sing Park, shares how she preserves Jacksonville’s Black history while reshaping the city’s cultural narrative in episode two of "Voices of the 904." Tue, 10 Mar 2026 21:06:00 -0000 full News4Jax and Graham Media Group Carla Mechele Jones, founder of Carla Mechele Media and curator at Lift Ev’ry Voice & Sing Park, shares how she preserves Jacksonville’s Black history while reshaping the city’s cultural narrative in episode two of "Voices of the 904." Carla Mechele Jones, founder of Carla Mechele Media and curator at Lift Ev’ry Voice & Sing Park, shares how she preserves Jacksonville’s Black history while reshaping the city’s cultural narrative in episode two of "Voices of the 904."


]]> 1604 Ep 1: Pt. II - The man leading Jacksonville’s Renaissance movement Part two of episode one of “Voices of the 904” features DJ Larry Love, the cultural creative behind R&B Mostly, “The Pop-Out” concert series, and more.  Tue, 10 Mar 2026 21:01:00 -0000 full News4Jax and Graham Media Group Part two of episode one of “Voices of the 904” features DJ Larry Love, the cultural creative behind R&B Mostly, “The Pop-Out” concert series, and more.  Part two of episode one of “Voices of the 904” features DJ Larry Love, the cultural creative behind R&B Mostly, “The Pop-Out” concert series, and more. 


]]> 1190 no Ep 1: Pt. I - The Man Leading Jacksonville’s Renaissance Movement Larry Wakefield Jr.— better known as DJ Larry Love — kicks off "Voices of the 904" by sharing his “Year of the Creative” vision, personal journey, and mission to spark Jacksonville’s Renaissance Era. Thu, 05 Mar 2026 20:19:00 -0000 full News4Jax and Graham Media Group Larry Wakefield Jr.— better known as DJ Larry Love — kicks off "Voices of the 904" by sharing his “Year of the Creative” vision, personal journey, and mission to spark Jacksonville’s Renaissance Era. Larry Wakefield Jr.— better known as DJ Larry Love — kicks off "Voices of the 904" by sharing his “Year of the Creative” vision, personal journey, and mission to spark Jacksonville’s Renaissance Era.

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