Graham Studio™ Conversations Podcast: Community Mentorship with Darryl “DMC” McDaniels

As summer winds down, the artistic passions youth developed during the summer become a focus for parents, teachers, community leaders—everyone who can nurture creativity while core education begins again. Positive community influences were integral to the success of our next Graham Studio™ Conversations podcast guest: hip-hop legend and Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award winner, Darryl “DMC” McDaniels! 

You may know Darryl as a founding member of one of the most iconic hip-hop groups of all time, RUN DMC. But beyond the commercial success of his career, what keeps DMC going is inspiring youth with positive messages through his music and giving back to the community.  

In this episode, DMC shares about growing up in Hollis, Queens and meeting his long-time collaborator, Joseph “RUN” Simmons. He also opens up about his personal story of finding out at age 35 that he was adopted, which led him to become an advocate for adoption awareness. 

DMC’s conversation with Graham’s President & CEO, Kym Watson, explores the incredible possibilities when young people’s interests are supported and encouraged—in alignment with our Graham SLAM coaching model which helps youth achieve their dreams. 

Watch the episode below or listen wherever you get your podcasts!

About the Podcast: On the Graham Studio™ Conversations podcast, Graham’s President & CEO, Kym Watson, talks with big names in entertainment, sports, and New York City government. Our inspiring guests help shed light on the importance of listening, innovating and providing helpful help™— the work at the heart of Graham’s mission.