Episode 3: Behind the Turntables with DJ Mikecheckk

The Offset Podcast

Being a professional DJ isn’t so easy! As one of the pillars of hip hop, DJs are essential to the culture through the music and mixes they create.This episode gives a voice to the DJs behind the turntables and allows us to take a peek inside their world. Mike Caringal, otherwise known as “DJ Mike Checkk” is a hip-hop dancer turned DJ instructor for the Academy of DJs in Orange County. He also is pursuing a career in physical therapy and hopes to impact they way DJs view and take care of their bodies. You can find out more about Mike at https://www.academyofdjs.com/pages/dj-mike-checkk. _ Don't forget to leave us a review wherever you listen to podcasts! Feel free to contact us via the following platforms: Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/offsetmed & IG @offset.med _ Show Outline 0:00 to 2:15- Podcast updates, 2:16 to 5:40 - Introduction: DJ Mike Checkk, 7:37 to 9:50 - DJing: The Transition and Community, 10:19 to 16:49 - DJ Lifestyle, 16:50 to 45:06 - DJ Tools of the Trade & Work Hazards, 45:50 to 47:01 - Making an Impact, 48:08 to 49:42 - Closing Remarks. Thanks for joining us on our show! _ We are looking to invite more amazing guest speakers on the show. If you are interested or want to refer someone, please shoot us a message at [email protected] "Together we can change how we perform on set by developing ourselves offset."