• Episode 19 | “Fake Wrestling”
    May 14 2024

    Welcome back to the “Not Your Common Conversation Podcast" featuring Chris Downing and Omar Henderson, on this week’s episode, the guys are enjoying that great warm spring weather and decided to chat real quick about a few things. Omar kicks it off by telling us about his new route home from work avoiding that terrible traffic. Work then leads to Chris and his workout routine and what’s been changing. Later Chris mentions how he did audio for a wrestling match and was intrigued how all the wrestlers were talking and hanging out backstage. Even after those “brutal” matches. We all know wrestling is fake but the conversation expands to the theatrical illusion of true competition in the political realm and from there, things get interesting. Enjoy! Not Your Common Conversation is a Bi-Weekly podcast hosted by Chris Downing & Omar Henderson, where we talk about everything inside and outside of our heads. Visuals of the NYCC Podcast now available to watch: https://www.youtube.com/@NYCCPod

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    27 min
  • Episode 18 | “What to do in a Crisis” feat. Latif Rashid
    Apr 23 2024

    In this amazing 18th installment of Not Your Common Conversation Podcast" featuring Chris Downing and Omar Henderson, we invite special guest Latif Rashid long time friend of Omar and mental health/behavioral health specialist. Mental health and wellness has been a theme lately and we take it to the next level on this one. We start by discussing the uptick in reckless crime, especially among the youth, the trauma causing these events and how the “body keeps score” meaning what you go through accumulates stress and may cause you to succumb to negative stimuli. From there we talk about the lack of direction, education and development especially when it comes to mental health issues to and how we think they may remedy that and be better equipped for the future. And how “not having home training” these days leads to far worse outcomes than the days of old. A jam packed and insightful episode coming your way, thanks to our lucky listeners! odcast hosted by Chris Downing & Omar Henderson, where we talk about everything inside and outside of our heads. Visuals of the NYCC Podcast now available to watch: https://www.youtube.com/@NYCCPod

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    1 ora e 3 min
  • Episode 17 | “Afrofuturist”
    Apr 2 2024

    Welcome back to the “Not Your Common Conversation Podcast" featuring Chris Downing and Omar Henderson, on this week’s installment we start off by dedicating and remembering the life and legacy of Media Afrofuturist, veteran television, radio and film writer, director and producer, also a good friend of Chris, Anthony “Tony” Regusters, who recently transitioned at the age of 76, prayers and condolences to his family and loved ones. This turns into a conversation about health and wellness among black men and how it is pivotal to get a handle on it best you can, as you progress thru this very unique time in history. Chris and Omar bring high energy and deliver an amazing heartfelt podcast for our lucky listeners. Enjoy! Not Your Common Conversation is a Bi-Weekly podcast hosted by Chris Downing & Omar Henderson, where we talk about everything inside and outside of our heads. Visuals of the NYCC Podcast now available to watch: https://www.youtube.com/@NYCCPod

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    52 min
  • Episode 16 | “Karma Cleanse”
    Mar 19 2024

    In the 16th episode of the "Not Your Common Conversation Podcast" featuring Chris Downing and Omar Henderson, Chris kicks things off with a recap of a huge event he lead on production in our nation’s capital this past weekend. Omar then mentions his new creative endeavor, a band he started by the name of “Phantom Phunk,” this becomes the catalyst for a great episode of topics. We touch of empathy and the lack thereof amongst the youth. Humanity is also a theme in today’s conversation, and managing time in an effective, efficient, manor. As well as a treat conversation on karma. Good times as always on deck for you lucky listeners, enjoy! Not Your Common Conversation is a Bi-Weekly podcast hosted by Chris Downing & Omar Henderson, where we talk about everything inside and outside of our heads. Visuals of the NYCC Podcast now available to watch: https://www.youtube.com/@NYCCPod

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    1 ora e 3 min
  • Episode 15 | “Can’t Judge a Book by its Cover” | Part 2
    Mar 5 2024

    Not Your Common Conversation is a Bi-Weekly podcast hosted by Chris Downing & Omar Henderson, where we talk about everything inside and outside of our heads. Visuals of the NYCC Podcast now available to watch: https://www.youtube.com/@NYCCPod

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    1 ora e 11 min
  • Episode 14 | “Can’t Judge a Book by its Cover”
    Feb 20 2024

    Not Your Common Conversation is a Bi-Weekly podcast hosted by Chris Downing & Omar Henderson, where we talk about everything inside and outside of our heads. Visuals of the NYCC Podcast now available to watch: https://www.youtube.com/@NYCCPod

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    49 min
  • Episode 13 | “Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop” feat. Ivy Christiana
    Feb 6 2024

    In the 13th episode of the "Not Your Common Conversation Podcast" featuring Chris Downing and Omar Henderson, the guys return with a special guest. Up and coming star, Baltimore’s very own. Ivy Christiana. Ivy is the lead actress in the new feature film, “The Rapper who got Shot in the Heel.” In this very entertaining and inspiring installment of NYCC we dive right into Ivy’s story, a powerful one of turning negatives into positives, healing thru trauma and coming out the other side as vivid and vibrant as her smile and hot pink outfit! We start by discussing the film as well as her roots and how she got started in the arts, afterwards we touch on a bunch of great topics, everything from relationships to real estate. So without giving too much more away, you lucky listeners are truly in for any incredible episode, enjoy! Not Your Common Conversation is a Bi-Weekly podcast hosted by Chris Downing & Omar Henderson, where we talk about everything inside and outside of our heads. Visuals of the NYCC Podcast now available to watch: https://www.youtube.com/@NYCCPod

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    43 min
  • Episode 11 | “20/20 Forward”
    Jan 9 2024

    Happy New Year to you lucky listeners and all of your lucky loved ones. We are back with episode 11 of the "Not Your Common Conversation Podcast" featuring Chris Downing and Omar Henderson. Our dedicated hosts show up under the weather and that pesky winter bug still could not quell the aspirational energy flowing from this conversation. We start by discussing and reflecting on 2023, the wins, losses, lessons, and what we are looking forward to in the new year. We then expound on what being great means and how being productive and proactive brings you power but it starts with you and the choices you make. I don’t want to spoil this one too much it’s such a good start to a great year. Enjoy and stay tuned. Not Your Common Conversation is a Bi-Weekly podcast hosted by Chris Downing & Omar Henderson, where we talk about everything inside and outside of our heads. Visuals of the NYCC Podcast now available to watch: https://www.youtube.com/@NYCCPod

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    47 min