Rachel Noerdlinger on Making Big Platforms Accessible to Communities That Need Them Most
We go behind the scenes with longtime strategist Rachel Noerdlinger, who has worked with Rev. Al Sharpton and the National Action Network since 1998
Interviews
Jason ‘Mess’ Wallace: The Intersection of Hip-Hop and Hoops in NYC
We get the story behind Jason ‘Mess’ Wallace’s nickname, “The Messenger,” talk about loading rosters with talent all over the Bronx and Harlem, and break down how we used to juggle three games in one day like it was nothing.
How to Build Something That Doesn’t Depend on Algorithms: Email Marketing
Molaundo Jones breaks down why email marketing still dominates, despite everyone depending on algorithms
Aria Wright: How She Balances Motherhood
Aria Wright opens up to The Industry Cosign’s BIG CED about the importance of a strong support system, the evolving relationship with her son, and the unexpected ways our children absorb our influence
From Print to Pixels: Ken Gibbs Jr. on the Evolution of Digital Media
From Print to Pixels: Ken Gibbs Jr. dives into the early days of the digital landscape and how it evolved alongside the business of hip-hop.
When Business Turns Personal: A Hard Lesson from the Collapse of a Black-Owned Hospitality Brand
In the restaurant business, partnerships are often formed on vision, trust, and the shared pursuit
35 Years: Rachel Noerdlinger on Crisis PR, Health Equity: My Friends Are Better Than Yours
Rachel Noerdlinger opens up about her extraordinary career, her personal journey, and why she runs toward crisis when everyone else runs away.
Shaq’s Guide To Business Success
Shaq has graced The Industry Cosign with some of the keys to building his business portfolio.
Hip-Hop Has Turned Political: Shyne, DoItAll, Mysonne Explain Why
Hip-Hop Has Turned Political and we asked three rappers why
T‑Money: Long Island Legends, Yo! MTV Raps, & Hip‑Hop Careers| My Friends Are Better Than Yours
T‑Money speaks on the evolution of the culture, the transition from local tapes to global domination, and the obstacles Black creators still face today
The Wealth Playbook: Navigating Wall Street with Terron Tidwell: My Friends Are Better Than Yours
In this episode of “My Friends Are Better Than Yours,” we sit down with Terron Tidwell, a seasoned Wealth Manager at Hudson Point Capital with 17 years of experience.
Dr. J, George Karl, and Bob Costas: The Fight for the Soul of Basketball: Soul Power
The world premiere screening of Prime Video’s Soul Power: The Legend of the American Basketball Association took place at the Regal Union Square in New York Cit
Q Parker Discusses AI in Music: Can Machines Ever Capture the Soul of an Artist?
Q Parker explores both the opportunities and concerns surrounding AI in music creation
The Stretch and Bobbito Legacy: Changing Hip-Hop History from 1 AM to 5 AM
Join us as we dive into a candid conversation with Bobbito, co-host of the iconic Bobbito & Stretch Show, a cornerstone in hip-hop radio history
From ESPN to Entrepreneurship: Yussuf Khan 26 Years in Media: My Friends Are Better Than Yours
Yussuf Khan shares his incredible journey—from DJing in NYC clubs while working in banking at Chase Manhattan, to taking a 50% pay cut to break into ESPN, to running The Shadow League for nearly 7 years