From Hip-Hop Fan to VIBE Magazine Writer | Breaking Into Music Journalism
The BlackSpot dive into the journey from writing rhymes in school to landing an internship at VIBE Magazine to start a career in music journalism
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Hawaii Mike Broke Every Rule to Build an Industry Career
Hawaii Mike grew up in a musical household (shoutout to Viva Brazil)
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Jason ‘Mess’ Wallace: I Jumped Over a Pro After Lighting the Ball on Fire! (No Practice)
Gerry Erasme (Nike) spotted Jason ‘Mess’ Wallace and invited him to the Cipriani dunk contest, leading to the People’s Jam during NBA All-Star weekend.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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
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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
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Life Griffith Successfully Switches Industries: My Friends Are Better Than Yours
Life Griffith, MSM, is a veteran music industry executive, AI consultant, and entertainment strategist with over 30 years of experience in the evolving digital music landscape
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Strength and Determination Keeps Mitzi Miller Going: My Friends Are Better Than Yours
Join BIG CED for an intimate conversation with media trailblazer Mitzi Miller
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Tanisha Colon-Bibb: From Harlem to Africa: How This PR Boss Built a 2-Continent Empire: My Friends Are Better Than Yours
Tanisha Colon-Bibb is the founder of Rebelle Agency (PR) and Rebelle Management, representing talent across music, film, and digital media in both New York and South Africa
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Hawaii Mike on Hip-Hop, Cannabis, and Health: A Journey of Culture & Community: My Friends Are Better Than Yours
Hawaii Mike shares his incredible journey, insights on community, and why gratitude and authenticity matter more than ever
