Spark Up Podcast

A little controversy, a few career milestones, and some news you might actually be able to use.In this week's show:R&B and The B is for BEEFUtility Bill Savings New B2K Music Plus, don’t miss The Love Report with this week's topic: Taking Your Time in Dating FOLLOW, RATE, SUBSCRIBEIt’s The Mid-Day Spark Up. Your weekly check-in where culture, conversation, and community collide. Hosted by Cristina Sev and co-hosted by DJ Franchise, this show brings real talk, good energy, and unfiltered perspectives.Week #224, from popular news, to local headlines, love, new music & then someStation: 101.1 FM WBRU 360 & the WBRU360 AppWhether you’re listening in the car, at work, at home, or anywhere across the country, this is your reminder to pause, spark your mind, and stay connected.Tune in every Tuesday Live 12 PM to 1 PM from Providence, RI on 101.1 FM WBRU360Original Air Date: 11/10/2026Live Stream on The Website: https://www.wbru.com/ Download The WBRU app on an iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wbru/id1274238066 Download The WBRU app on an Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wbru&pcampaignid=web_shareFollow Cristina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cristinasev_?igsh=enFkemc2MXAxOWx2 Follow DJ Franchise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djfranchise1?igsh=anptNXh6bTE3am9k Follow DJ Franchise on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@djfranchise1?_r=1&_t=ZP-931Qmux6s3DSongs: 1. B2K - Lil Freak 2. B2K - Mileage The songs played in this episode are underFair Use Notice: This program includes brief excerpts of copyrighted material for the purposes of commentary, criticism, discussion, and review. Such use qualifies as fair use under U.S. copyright law. No ownership of third-party copyrighted material is claimed. All rights remain with their respective copyright owners.

How you move says a lot. But so does how you got there.On this show:Light-Skin Privilege NBA InjuriesMidterm Elections Plus, don’t miss The Love Report with this week's topic: Integrity In a Relationship FOLLOW, RATE, SUBSCRIBEIt’s The Mid-Day Spark Up. Your weekly check-in where culture, conversation, and community collide. Hosted by Cristina Sev and co-hosted by DJ Franchise, this show brings real talk, good energy, and unfiltered perspectives.Week #223, from popular news, to local headlines, love, new music & then someStation: 101.1 FM WBRU 360 & the WBRU360 AppWhether you’re listening in the car, at work, at home, or anywhere across the country, this is your reminder to pause, spark your mind, and stay connected.Tune in every Tuesday Live 12 PM to 1 PM from Providence, RI on 101.1 FM WBRU360Original Air Date: 11/03/2026Live Stream on The Website: https://www.wbru.com/ Download The WBRU app on an iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wbru/id1274238066 Download The WBRU app on an Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wbru&pcampaignid=web_shareFollow Cristina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cristinasev_?igsh=enFkemc2MXAxOWx2 Follow DJ Franchise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djfranchise1?igsh=anptNXh6bTE3am9k Follow DJ Franchise on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@djfranchise1?_r=1&_t=ZP-931Qmux6s3DThe songs played in this episode are underFair Use Notice: This program includes brief excerpts of copyrighted material for the purposes of commentary, criticism, discussion, and review. Such use qualifies as fair use under U.S. copyright law. No ownership of third-party copyrighted material is claimed. All rights remain with their respective copyright owners.

On this show:Flock Cameras Major Deal For Content Creators RI Breakers - New Football Team Plus, don’t miss The Love Report with this week's topic: Can You Outgrow a Good Person?FOLLOW, RATE, SUBSCRIBEIt’s The Mid-Day Spark Up. Your weekly check-in where culture, conversation, and community collide. Hosted by Cristina Sev and co-hosted by DJ Franchise, this show brings real talk, good energy, and unfiltered perspectives.Week #221, from popular news, to local headlines, love, new music & then someStation: 101.1 FM WBRU 360 & the WBRU360 AppWhether you’re listening in the car, at work, at home, or anywhere across the country, this is your reminder to pause, spark your mind, and stay connected.Tune in every Tuesday Live 12 PM to 1 PM from Providence, RI on 101.1 FM WBRU360Original Air Date: 10/20/2026Live Stream on The Website: https://www.wbru.com/ Every Tuesday 12 PM to 1 PMDownload The WBRU app on an iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wbru/id1274238066 Download The WBRU app on an Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wbru&pcampaignid=web_shareFollow Cristina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cristinasev_?igsh=enFkemc2MXAxOWx2 Follow DJ Franchise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djfranchise1?igsh=anptNXh6bTE3am9k Follow DJ Franchise on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@djfranchise1?_r=1&_t=ZP-931Qmux6s3DThe songs played in this episode are underFair Use Notice: This program includes brief excerpts of copyrighted material for the purposes of commentary, criticism, discussion, and review. Such use qualifies as fair use under U.S. copyright law. No ownership of third-party copyrighted material is claimed. All rights remain with their respective copyright owners.

On this show:Anthony Edwards vs. DrakeLil Kim's Legacy Down The Drain Update on Story of 2-Year Old in The Hospitaland more! Plus, don’t miss The Love Report with this week's topic: Transparency in Relationships FOLLOW, RATE, SUBSCRIBEIt’s The Mid-Day Spark Up. Your weekly check-in where culture, conversation, and community collide. Hosted by Cristina Sev and co-hosted by DJ Franchise, this show brings real talk, good energy, and unfiltered perspectives.Week #220, from popular news, to local headlines, love, new music & then someStation: 101.1 FM WBRU 360 & the WBRU360 AppWhether you’re listening in the car, at work, at home, or anywhere across the country, this is your reminder to pause, spark your mind, and stay connected.Tune in every Tuesday Live 12 PM to 1 PM from Providence, RI on 101.1 FM WBRU360Original Air Date: 10/13/2026Live Stream on The Website: https://www.wbru.com/ Every Tuesday 12 PM to 1 PMDownload The WBRU app on an iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wbru/id1274238066 Download The WBRU app on an Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wbru&pcampaignid=web_shareFollow Cristina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cristinasev_?igsh=enFkemc2MXAxOWx2 Follow DJ Franchise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djfranchise1?igsh=anptNXh6bTE3am9k Follow DJ Franchise on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@djfranchise1?_r=1&_t=ZP-931Qmux6s3DThe songs played in this episode are underFair Use Notice: This program includes brief excerpts of copyrighted material for the purposes of commentary, criticism, discussion, and review. Such use qualifies as fair use under U.S. copyright law. No ownership of third-party copyrighted material is claimed. All rights remain with their respective copyright owners.

On this show:Jess Hilarious Steals JokesCan Straight Men Call Other Men Attractive?New UFL Team Coming To RIand more! Plus, don’t miss The Love Report with this week's topic: Keeping Your Composure vs. Crashing Out FOLLOW, RATE, SUBSCRIBEIt’s The Mid-Day Spark Up. Your weekly check-in where culture, conversation, and community collide. Hosted by Cristina Sev and co-hosted by DJ Franchise, this show brings real talk, good energy, and unfiltered perspectives.Week #219, from popular news, to local headlines, love, new music & then someStation: 101.1 FM WBRU 360 & the WBRU360 AppWhether you’re listening in the car, at work, at home, or anywhere across the country, this is your reminder to pause, spark your mind, and stay connected.Tune in every Tuesday Live 12 PM to 1 PM from Providence, RI on 101.1 FM WBRU360Original Air Date: 10/06/2026Live Stream on The Website: https://www.wbru.com/ Every Tuesday 12 PM to 1 PMDownload The WBRU app on an iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wbru/id1274238066 Download The WBRU app on an Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wbru&pcampaignid=web_shareFollow Cristina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cristinasev_?igsh=enFkemc2MXAxOWx2 Follow DJ Franchise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djfranchise1?igsh=anptNXh6bTE3am9k Follow DJ Franchise on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@djfranchise1?_r=1&_t=ZP-931Qmux6s3DThe songs played in this episode are underFair Use Notice: This program includes brief excerpts of copyrighted material for the purposes of commentary, criticism, discussion, and review. Such use qualifies as fair use under U.S. copyright law. No ownership of third-party copyrighted material is claimed. All rights remain with their respective copyright owners.

On this show:Firefighters Turning Up At The Station Best TV Shows of The 21st CenturyUpdates on The Passing of Marvins Antoine and more! Plus, don’t miss The Love Report with this week's topic: The Science of LoveFOLLOW, RATE, SUBSCRIBEIt’s The Mid-Day Spark Up. Your weekly check-in where culture, conversation, and community collide. Hosted by Cristina Sev and co-hosted by DJ Franchise, this show brings real talk, good energy, and unfiltered perspectives.Week #218, from popular news, to local headlines, love, new music & then someStation: 101.1 FM WBRU 360 & the WBRU360 AppWhether you’re listening in the car, at work, at home, or anywhere across the country, this is your reminder to pause, spark your mind, and stay connected.Tune in every Tuesday Live 12 PM to 1 PM from Providence, RI on 101.1 FM WBRU360Original Air Date: 09/29/2026Live Stream on The Website: https://www.wbru.com/ Every Tuesday 12 PM to 1 PMDownload The WBRU app on an iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wbru/id1274238066 Download The WBRU app on an Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wbru&pcampaignid=web_shareFollow Cristina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cristinasev_?igsh=enFkemc2MXAxOWx2 Follow DJ Franchise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djfranchise1?igsh=anptNXh6bTE3am9k Follow DJ Franchise on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@djfranchise1?_r=1&_t=ZP-931Qmux6s3DThe songs played in this episode are underFair Use Notice: This program includes brief excerpts of copyrighted material for the purposes of commentary, criticism, discussion, and review. Such use qualifies as fair use under U.S. copyright law. No ownership of third-party copyrighted material is claimed. All rights remain with their respective copyright owners.

On this show:Drake's FOMO & New Music The Unfortunate Passing of UMass Dartmouth Student Marvins Antoine PVD Fest 2026 and more! Plus, don’t miss The Love Report with this week's topic: Green FlagsFOLLOW, RATE, SUBSCRIBEIt’s The Mid-Day Spark Up. Your weekly check-in where culture, conversation, and community collide. Hosted by Cristina Sev and co-hosted by DJ Franchise, this show brings real talk, good energy, and unfiltered perspectives.Week #217, from popular news, to local headlines, love, new music & then someStation: 101.1 FM WBRU 360 & the WBRU360 AppWhether you’re listening in the car, at work, at home, or anywhere across the country, this is your reminder to pause, spark your mind, and stay connected.Tune in every Tuesday Live 12 PM to 1 PM from Providence, RI on 101.1 FM WBRU360Original Air Date: 09/22/2026Live Stream on The Website: https://www.wbru.com/ Download The WBRU app on an iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wbru/id1274238066 Download The WBRU app on an Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wbru&pcampaignid=web_shareFollow Cristina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cristinasev_?igsh=enFkemc2MXAxOWx2 Follow DJ Franchise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djfranchise1?igsh=anptNXh6bTE3am9k Follow DJ Franchise on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@djfranchise1?_r=1&_t=ZP-931Qmux6s3DThe songs played in this episode are: Travis Scott - "Rhyno"Fair Use Notice: This program includes brief excerpts of copyrighted material for the purposes of commentary, criticism, discussion, and review. Such use qualifies as fair use under U.S. copyright law. No ownership of third-party copyrighted material is claimed. All rights remain with their respective copyright owners.

On this show:Are We Canceling The N-Word?Providence On It's Way to Socialism New Full-Time Workers Bill Plus, don’t miss The Love Report with this week's topic: How Much Does Attraction Matter in a Relationship?FOLLOW, RATE, SUBSCRIBEIt’s The Mid-Day Spark Up. Your weekly check-in where culture, conversation, and community collide. Hosted by Cristina Sev and co-hosted by DJ Franchise, this show brings real talk, good energy, and unfiltered perspectives.Week #216, from popular news, to local headlines, love, new music & then someStation: 101.1 FM WBRU 360 & the WBRU360 AppWhether you’re listening in the car, at work, at home, or anywhere across the country, this is your reminder to pause, spark your mind, and stay connected.Tune in every Tuesday Live 12 PM to 1 PM from Providence, RI on 101.1 FM WBRU360Original Air Date: 09/15/2026Live Stream on The Website: https://www.wbru.com/ Download The WBRU app on an iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wbru/id1274238066 Download The WBRU app on an Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wbru&pcampaignid=web_shareFollow Cristina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cristinasev_?igsh=enFkemc2MXAxOWx2 Follow DJ Franchise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djfranchise1?igsh=anptNXh6bTE3am9k Follow DJ Franchise on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@djfranchise1?_r=1&_t=ZP-931Qmux6s3DThe songs played in this episode are: EST Gee - "Way More"Gabriel Jacoby - "Hello" Gabriel Jacoby - "Baby" Jhene Aiko - "Ghost" Jhene Aiko - "So Good" ft. Kendrick Lamar Rema - "Oh No"Fair Use Notice:This program includes brief excerpts of copyrighted material for the purposes of commentary, criticism, discussion, and review. Such use qualifies as fair use under U.S. copyright law. No ownership of third-party copyrighted material is claimed. All rights remain with their respective copyright owners.

On this show:Caresha ft. Her Daughter on Stage For Spend DatDrunk Champs Beef with VladTV2 Robberies in Less Than 24 Hours Plus, don’t miss The Love Report with this week's topic: Are You Protecting Your Peace or Avoiding Intimacy?FOLLOW, RATE, SUBSCRIBEIt’s The Mid-Day Spark Up. Your weekly check-in where culture, conversation, and community collide. Hosted by Cristina Sev and co-hosted by DJ Franchise, this show brings real talk, good energy, and unfiltered perspectives.Week #215, from popular news, to local headlines, love, new music & then someStation: 101.1 FM WBRU 360 & the WBRU360 AppWhether you’re listening in the car, at work, at home, or anywhere across the country, this is your reminder to pause, spark your mind, and stay connected.Tune in every Tuesday Live 12 PM to 1 PM from Providence, RI on 101.1 FM WBRU360Original Air Date: 09/08/2026Live Stream on The Website: https://www.wbru.com/ Download The WBRU app on an iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wbru/id1274238066 Download The WBRU app on an Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wbru&pcampaignid=web_shareFollow Cristina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cristinasev_?igsh=enFkemc2MXAxOWx2 Follow DJ Franchise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djfranchise1?igsh=anptNXh6bTE3am9k Follow DJ Franchise on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@djfranchise1?_r=1&_t=ZP-931Qmux6s3D

On this show:Fake NFL Player Daejon LoveGreatest R&B Songs Tupac's Murder Case Updates Plus, don’t miss The Love Report with this week's topic: What's Your Attachment StyleFOLLOW, RATE, SUBSCRIBEIt’s The Mid-Day Spark Up. Your weekly check-in where culture, conversation, and community collide. Hosted by Cristina Sev and co-hosted by DJ Franchise, this show brings real talk, good energy, and unfiltered perspectives.Week #214, from popular news, to local headlines, love, new music & then someStation: 101.1 FM WBRU 360 & the WBRU360 AppWhether you’re listening in the car, at work, at home, or anywhere across the country, this is your reminder to pause, spark your mind, and stay connected.Tune in every Tuesday Live 12 PM to 1 PM from Providence, RI on 101.1 FM WBRU360Original Air Date: 09/01/2026Live Stream on The Website: https://www.wbru.com/ Download The WBRU app on an iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/wbru/id1274238066 Download The WBRU app on an Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wbru&pcampaignid=web_shareFollow Cristina on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cristinasev_?igsh=enFkemc2MXAxOWx2 Follow DJ Franchise on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/djfranchise1?igsh=anptNXh6bTE3am9k Follow DJ Franchise on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@djfranchise1?_r=1&_t=ZP-931Qmux6s3D