The Auxiliary Podcast

02/24/2026

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Ever learned the biggest lesson of your career in the most painful way? That’s where our time with Leon Rogers begins—fresh off the House of Blues stage, chasing a photo with James Brown, and colliding with a master’s strict pre-show ritual. The s...

02/23/2026

Today we honor the life and legacy of Glen O’Neil, vocalist of the legendary R&B group Public Announcement.

A voice that helped shape an era.
A sound that became part of the culture.
A Chicago legacy that will never fade.

Public Announcement gave us records that moved the clubs, the radio, and the soul of the city. Glen’s contribution to that chapter of R&B history will always be remembered.

Our prayers go out to his family, friends, fans, and everyone connected to his journey. 🕊️

Chicago, we lost one of our own — but the music lives on.

Drop a 🕊️ in the comments to show love and respect.

02/17/2026

If you are a Chicagoland graduate of 1996, this 30-year Commencement celebration is for you! You worked. You grew. You showed up for life. Now it's time to be recognized. Come get your flowers. Register today!

02/12/2026

Chicago connections run deep.

In this clip, J. Ivy speaks on his ties to Kanye West and how those moments shaped more than just music.

It’s bigger than collaboration.
It’s about timing, vision, and being in the right rooms when culture is shifting.

Some relationships don’t just open doors…
They define eras.

🔌 Plug in and hear it from him.
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02/04/2026

🎬 Chicago poetry was never the same after Love Jones.

In this clip, J. Ivy talks about the impact Love Jones had on poetry in Chicago — how the film shifted the culture, inspired a wave of voices, and changed the way people saw spoken word after it hit the screen.

For a whole generation, poetry wasn’t just something you read…
It was something you felt.

This is one of those moments that reminds you how art moves cities.

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02/01/2026

Billy Porter paid tribute to Mariah Carey during Grammys weekend… and whew 😬

We didn’t love the idea.
We respect the legend being honored.
But the ex*****on?

👀 …felt like a hot ass mess to us.

Not everyone with a name or popularity deserves the mic—especially when it comes to paying tribute to someone with Mariah’s level of impact. Moments like these call for a real connection to the legacy, not just visibility.

This isn’t about tearing anyone down, but for us, this one just missed the mark.

So we gotta ask the people ⬇️

💬 What did YOU think?
🔥 It worked
🤔 Good intention, bad ex*****on
🗑️ Or nah… shouldn’t have happened

Keep it respectful—but be honest. Let’s talk. 👇🏾

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01/30/2026

J. Ivy on love, marriage, and choosing your partner every day.

This isn’t about fairy tales — it’s about real commitment.
The conversations, the growth, the accountability, the patience.

When J. Ivy speaks on his relationship with Tarrey Torae, it’s a reminder that love isn’t just something you feel — it’s something you practice.

If you’ve ever wondered what makes love last…
this one’s for you. ❤️

01/29/2026

Some people tell stories.
Others leave lessons.

J. Ivy pulled up and dropped gems — not just about poetry, music, or awards… but about belief, failure, faith, Chicago, and trusting yourself when nobody else does.

From dreaming big…
to getting boo’d…
to standing in rooms where history was made —

these moments stayed with us.

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Then tell us which quote or accomplishment resonates👇🏾

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01/19/2026

Everybody remembers their first time…
J. Ivy remembers getting BOO’D 😭

This story is hilarious, humbling, and a reminder that every great has a “welcome to the game” moment.
Sometimes the crowd teaches you before they clap for you.

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12/31/2025

Danny Boy speaks on prostituting his gift — doing what he had to do to survive in the music industry.

This is the part of the journey most people never talk about.

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12/27/2025

This moment hits deep.

Danny Boy gets emotional talking about the loss of his mother and grandmother — the women he says protected him in ways the world never could.

He speaks on grief, trust, and why having people who genuinely care about your best interests is critical… especially in a world where not everyone means you well.

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12/21/2025

Swipe through.
Some moments live long after the conversation is over.
Danny Boy sat with us for over an hour — but these pieces stayed ringing in our minds.

Which one hits you hardest? 👇🏽
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