Infamy

Season 3: Episode 1: Part 1: Azie Faison: Humble Beginnings

Azie Faison's story is one of the most heralded and discussed in the lore of street culture history. As a young child who grew up in poverty, Azie is constantly reminded of his humble beginnings. Surrounded by the fast paced tempo of Harlem in the 70s & 80s, Azie sought out more, and the ones who had more, hustled to get it. This is part one of Azie's story, stay tuned for additional parts every Tuesday this season wherever you get your podcasts. This is his story. Hosted, Written, and Produced by Brian "Boss" Valmond Sound Design by Kerwin “Traekay” Jean-Georges Executive Produced by Justin Cohen See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Infamy Season 3 Trailer

The ValTown Network has partnered with the legendary Urban One Podcast Network. We're heading uptown to Harlem, New York City, where we'll breakdown the story of Harlem legend Azie Faison. Stay tuned for this four-part series on how a young boy becomes one of Harlem's top street hustlers. Hosted, Written, and Produced by Brian "Boss" Valmond Sound Design by Kerwin “Traekay” Jean-Georges Executive Produced by Justin Cohen See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Season 2 Finale: Episode 6: Stanley "Tookie" Williams: The Crip Pioneer

Stanley "Tookie" Williams became a force in South Central through his sheer strength and natural leadership skills. His growing popularity brought him to the table of Raymond Washington, Founder of The Crips, where an alliance between the West and Eastside of South Central, created one of the most notorious and infamous gangs of all time. Tookie's journey from gangster to Nobel Peace Prize winner, continues to spark debates on who he truly was during his turbulent life. This is his story. Hosted, Written and Produced by Brian "Boss" Valmond Executive Produced by Justin Cohen Sound Design by Kerwin "Traekay" Jean-Georges See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Season 2: Episode 5: Felix "The Cat" Mitchell: Godfather of Oakland

As a young boy, Felix Mitchell knew poverty wasn't his way to go. Wanting more for himself and at any cost, Felix placed himself in many dangerous situations to achieve wealth and stardom. His reign in Oakland's underworld created a legacy of young dealers who were learning to do better, but chose the other way. A larger than life figure, Felix's impact on Oakland will never be forgotten. This is his story. Hosted, Written and Produced by Brian "Boss" Valmond Executive Produced by Jonathan Mena Sound Design by Kerwin "Traekay" Jean-Georges See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Season 2: Episode 4: Brian "Waterhead Bo" Bennett: The Cocaine Prodigy

By the age of 24, Brian "Waterhead Bo" Bennett ran one of the largest cocaine operations in the United States. A fateful interaction with a member of the Cali Cartel, changed the course of history. Bo's reign as Los Angeles' premier cocaine wholesaler, propelled him to the top of the underworld. This is his story. Hosted, Written and Produced by Brian "Boss" Valmond Executive Produced by Jonathan Mena Sound Design by Kerwin "Traekay" Jean-Georges See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Season 2: Episode 3: Jemeker Thompson: The Queen of Los Angeles

Largely recognized as one of the biggest drug traffickers in Los Angeles history, Jemeker Thompson's story is one for the books. Growing up in South Central Los Angeles, she vowed to never live in poverty. True to that promise, Jemeker developed a relentless mindset, determined to get what she wanted, on her own terms. This is her story. Hosted, Written and Produced by Brian "Boss" Valmond Executive Produced by Jonathan Mena Sound Design by Kerwin "Traekay" Jean-Georges See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Season 2: Episode 2: Kenneth “OG Turtle” Johnson: The Mayor of Compton

Kenneth “OG Turtle” Johnson rose to prominence during the turbulent 1980s in Los Angeles. The charismatic leader with Southern roots, became a national sensation after becoming the focal point of a BBC documentary in the mid 80s. His reign as the leader of the Santana Blocc Crips brought street wealth to the set and earned him popularity among rival gangs. His mysterious death remains one of the most talked about endings in the history of Compton’s most notorious figures. This is his story. Hosted, Written, and Produced by Brian "Boss" Valmond Executive Produced by Jonathan Mena Sound Design by Kerwin “Traekay” Jean-Georges See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Season 2: Episode 1: "Freeway" Rick Ross: The Godfather of Crack

Freeway Rick Ross rose to become a cocaine kingpin during the height of Los Angeles’s 1980s crack epidemic. Once a promising tennis prodigy, his dream was cut short by limited literacy and lack of opportunity, and he redirected his talents to build one of the largest and most notorious drug organizations in history. This is his story. Hosted, Written, and Produced by Brian "Boss" Valmond Executive Produced by Jonathan Mena Sound Design by Kerwin “Traekay” Jean-Georges See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Infamy Season 2 Trailer

Returning after a stellar Season 1, Brian “Boss” Valmond, Executive Producer Jonathan Mena & Engineer Kerwin “Traekay” Jean-Georges present season 2 of Infamy. These stories hail from the West Coast of the United States, where the biggest names and syndicates of the 80s will be documented and discussed. Join us as we take this ride to sunny California. Infamy Podcast, wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe, rate & comment, thanks for listening. Hosted, Written, and Produced by Brian "Boss" Valmond Executive Produced by Jonathan Mena Sound Design by Kerwin “Traekay” Jean-Georges See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Infamy Uncut 03: The Luc "Spoon" Stephen Story

Director Luc Stephen, once went by "Spoon" in the streets of South Jamaica, Queens. A native of Haiti, Luc is the son of a former Haitian senator, and fled to the United States with his mother during the era of Francois "Papa Doc" Duvalier. Luc's family relocated to South Jamaica, Queens after living in Boston briefly, and Queens is where he became one of the most trusted lieutenants to Lorenzo "Fat Cat" Nichols. This is his story. Infamy is a scripted podcast chronicling the lives of the underworld's most infamous. If you like what you hear, subscribe, rate, and comment on your favorite podcast listening app. Hosted and produced by Brian "Boss" Valmond Produced by Jonathan Mena Sound design by Kerwin “Traekay” Jean-Georges Brian "Boss" Valmond Instagram: @__valtown @infamypod @brianvalmond Twitter: @_ValTown_ Jonathan Mena IG/Twitter/X: @jonathanmena Kerwin “Traekay” Jean-Georges IG/Twitter/X: @Traekay This podcast is brought to you by the Valtown Network 2025 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Infamy Uncut 02: The Shawn Hartwell Story

Shawn Hartwell, in the late 80s was one of North Jersey’s underworld legends as a teenager. Founding the E-Port Posse with his best friend Bilal Pretlow who’s deceased, the duo and their crew became millionaires before 18. The drug epidemic that poisoned the community in the 80’s created a profitable lane for kids who desperately wanted more. This is his story, narrated by the man himself. Infamy is a scripted podcast chronicling the lives of the underworld's most infamous. If you like what you hear, subscribe, rate, and comment on your favorite podcast listening app. Hosted and produced by Brian "Boss" Valmond Produced by Jonathan Mena Sound design by Kerwin “Traekay” Jean-Georges Brian "Boss" Valmond Instagram: @__valtown @infamypod @brianvalmond Twitter: @_ValTown_ Jonathan Mena IG/Twitter/X: @jonathanmena Kerwin “Traekay” Jean-Georges IG/Twitter/X: @Traekay This podcast is brought to you by the Valtown Network 2025 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Infamy Uncut 01: The Peter Shue Story

Peter Shue is one of the greatest party promoters of all time. Hailing from the South Bronx, Peter had to fight tooth and nail to make it out of the rough environment. After a 4 year stint behind bars, Peter decided to throw parties, while growing his criminal enterprise. This is his story. Infamy is a scripted podcast chronicling the lives of the underworld's most infamous. If you like what you hear, subscribe, rate, and comment on your favorite podcast listening app. Hosted and produced by Brian "Boss" Valmond Produced by Jonathan Mena Sound design by Kerwin “Traekay” Jean- Georges Brian "Boss" Valmond Instagram: @__valtown @infamypod @brianvalmond Twitter: @_ValTown_ Jonathan Mena IG/Twitter/X: @jonathanmena Kerwin “Traekay” Jean-Georges IG/Twitter/X: @Traekay This podcast is brought to you by the Valtown Network 2025 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Season 1: Episode 6: Frank Matthews: The Vanishing of Black Caesar

In 1973, Frank Matthews was one of the U.S.A.’s biggest kingpins. Amassing a fortune worth over $100 million, Frank had the world in the palm of his hands. In this episode of Infamy, we follow the journey of a young man from the Jim Crow South who became infamous in the concrete jungle. Infamy is a scripted podcast chronicling the lives of the underworld's most infamous. If you like what you hear, subscribe, rate, and comment on your favorite podcast listening app. Hosted, written, and produced by Brian "Boss" Valmond Written and produced by Jonathan Mena Sound design by Kerwin “Traekay” Jean-Georges Brian "Boss" Valmond Instagram: @__valtown @infamypod @brianvalmond Twitter: @_ValTown_ Jonathan Mena IG/Twitter/X: @jonathanmena Kerwin “Traekay” Jean-Georges IG/Twitter/X: @Traekay This podcast is brought to you by the Valtown Network 2025 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Season 1: Episode 5: Lorenzo " Fat Cat" Nichols: The King of Queens

Southside Jamaica Queens is a place that has birthed many legends in the streets and in popular culture. A $100 million organization, built on loyalty, power & respect set the tone not just for Queens, but for the underworld worldwide. In this episode of Infamy we follow the leader Lorenzo “Fat Cat” Nichols, on his quest for power. Infamy is a scripted podcast chronicling the lives of the underworld's most infamous. If you like what you hear, subscribe, rate, and comment on your favorite podcast listening app. Hosted, written, and produced by Brian "Boss" Valmond Written and produced by Jonathan Mena Sound design by Kerwin “Traekay” Jean-Georges Brian "Boss" Valmond Instagram: @__valtown @infamypod @brianvalmond Twitter: @_ValTown_ Jonathan Mena IG/Twitter/X: @jonathanmena Kerwin “Traekay” Jean-Georges IG/Twitter/X: @Traekay This podcast is brought to you by the Valtown Network 2025 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Season 1: Episode 4: Rafael Perez: A Devil in the City of Angels

The LAPD has always been one of the most talked about police departments in the United States. A reputation built on strict policing and enforcement, the mantra “Protect and Serve” became a symbol of excellence. In the years following the 1992 LA Riots, an LAPD officer was determined to create his legacy in the streets and turned into a gangster. In this episode of Infamy, we follow the life of Rafael Perez, a man so infamous, his tenure changed policy in Los Angeles and whose story became an award winning film. Infamy is a scripted podcast chronicling the lives of the underworld's most infamous. If you like what you hear, subscribe, rate, and comment on your favorite podcast listening app. Hosted, written, and produced by Brian "Boss" Valmond Written and produced by Jonathan Mena Sound design by Kerwin “Traekay” Jean-Georges Brian "Boss" Valmond IG: @__valtown @infamypod @brianvalmond Twitter/X: @_ValTown_ Jonathan Mena IG/Twitter/X: @jonathanmena Kerwin “Traekay” Jean-Georges IG/Twitter/X: @Traekay This podcast is brought to you by the Valtown Network 2025 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Season 1: Episode 3: Wayne "Silk" Perry: Washington D.C.’s Deadliest Hitman

Wayne "Silk" Perry was one of Washington D.C.’s deadliest enforcers in the late 1980s and early 90s. From his early beginnings as an athlete to the bloodshed on the gritty streets of Chocolate City, we explore the life of the nation’s capital’s most infamous hitman. Infamy is a scripted podcast chronicling the lives of the underworld's most infamous. If you like what you hear, subscribe, rate, and comment on your favorite podcast listening app. Hosted, written, and produced by Brian "Boss" Valmond Written and produced by Jonathan Mena Sound design by Kerwin “Traekay” Jean-Georges Brian "Boss" Valmond IG: @__valtown @infamypod @brianvalmond Twitter/X: @_ValTown_ Jonathan Mena IG/Twitter/X: @jonathanmena Kerwin “Traekay” Jean-Georges IG/Twitter/X: @Traekay This podcast is brought to you by the Valtown Network 2025 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Season 1: Episode 2: Clarence “Preacher” Heatley: The Black Hand

Clarence “Preacher” Heatley, known as “The Black Hand of Death,” was one of Harlem’s most feared men in the 80s & 90s. A troubled childhood involving deadly juvenile detention stays, shaped the mind and ideology of a young Clarence; who would go on to create one of the most vile and infamous street organizations of all time. In this episode of Infamy we explore the life of Clarence “Preacher” Heatley, and how he became the black hand of death. Infamy is a scripted podcast chronicling the lives of the underworld's most infamous. If you like what you hear, subscribe, rate, and comment on your favorite podcast listening app. Hosted, written, and produced by Brian "Boss" Valmond Written and produced by Jonathan Mena Sound design by Kerwin “Traekay” Jean-Georges Brian "Boss" Valmond Instagram: @__valtown @infamypod @brianvalmond Twitter: @_ValTown_ Jonathan Mena IG/Twitter/X: @jonathanmena Kerwin “Traekay” Jean-Georges IG/Twitter/X: @Traekay This podcast is brought to you by the Valtown Network 2025 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Season 1: Episode 1: Alpo Martinez: The King of Harlem

Alpo Martinez is one of the underworld’s most notorious and polarizing figures. Born and raised on the east side of Harlem, a boy with ambition and a will to win, transforms into a ruthless kingpin. In this first episode of Infamy, we explore the life of Alpo Martinez, the King of Harlem. Infamy is a scripted podcast chronicling the lives of the underworld's most infamous. If you like what you hear, subscribe, rate, and comment on your favorite podcast listening app. Hosted, written, and produced by Brian "Boss" Valmond Written and produced by Jonathan Mena Sound design by Kerwin “Traekay” Jean-Georges Brian "Boss" Valmond IG: @__valtown @infamypod @brianvalmond Twitter/X: @_ValTown_ Jonathan Mena IG/Twitter/X: @jonathanmena Kerwin “Traekay” Jean-Georges IG/Twitter/X: @Traekay This podcast is brought to you by the Valtown Network 2025 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Infamy Season 1 Trailer

Infamy is a scripted podcast chronicling the lives of the underworld's most infamous. If you enjoy what you hear, please subscribe, rate, and comment on your favorite podcast listening app. Start Season one now. New episodes drop every Tuesday, wherever you get your podcasts. Created, hosted, written, and produced by Brian "Boss" Valmond. Written and produced by Jonathan Mena. Sound design by Kerwin “Traekay” Jean-Georges. Brian "Boss" Valmond IG: @__valtown @infamypod @brianvalmond Twitter/X: @_ValTown_ Jonathan Mena IG/Twitter/X: @jonathanmena Kerwin “Traekay” Jean-Georges IG/Twitter/X: @Traekay See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.