The DMC World Event Director, Antriks gives a brief update to the 2025 DMC World DJ Championships as battle season launches and the new DMC Online competition, the Wildcard sets to announce. Then, the 2024 DMC USA Champion from San Antonio, Texas - (6:07) the KidRC3 discusses his background, impressions of the DMC experience, and shares whether or not he plans to defend in this new era of the DMC USA.

Host: Antriks
Guests: TheKidRC3 (USA)
Producers: Battle Ave

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Description:
In this Table Talk collaborative episode, I chop it up with the legendary DJ Shortkut to break down the world of DMC battles—what they are, how they started, and how they've evolved over the years. From iconic moments in DJ battle history to the difference between categories like Classic, Supremacy, and Teams, Shortkut shares stories, knowledge, and behind-the-scenes insight from someone who's lived it.

Whether you're a DJ, a fan of the culture, or just curious about what goes into a world-class DJ competition, this episode has something for you. Pull up a chair—we're going deep into turntablism history.

Watch DJ Puffy's 2016 Walkthrough:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=shared&v=IF0MpbThS2A

In this special DMC Open Edition of Table Talk and the Step Up Podcast, we’re diving deep into the world of competitive DJing with none other than DJ Puffy, the 2016 Red Bull 3Style World Champion and global DJ icon.

Join us as we break down everything you need to know about the DMC Open – from how to enter, what the judges are looking for, to crafting the perfect routine. DJ Puffy shares exclusive insights, pro tips, and personal stories from his journey through the DJ battle scene.

In this episode, we sit down with DJ Max Best, the 2023 & 2024 Australian DMC National Champion, to talk about his journey to the DMC World Finals, the evolution of his style through finger-drumming, and how he’s reimagining the role of the turntablist in a modern music landscape. From battling nerves on the world stage to pushing boundaries with hybrid routines, Max shares his perspective on what it means to carry the torch for the next generation of DJs.