This conversation dives into one of hip‑hop’s most honest debates: The Truth About Lyrical Quality in Hip-Hop
Category: My Friends Are Better Than Yours
Breaking Into Golf’s Exclusive Clubhouse: The Real Strategy
Wendell Haskins uncovers the real strategy behind gaining access and breaking into golf’s most exclusive clubhouses
Aliya Crawford: The Biggest Social Media Mistakes Public Figures Make
Are you curious about the biggest social media mistakes public figures ake? BIG CED and Aliya Crawford analyze how these platforms shape communication.
Grill Trends Exposed: Are Customers Calling the Shots?
Paul shares how customer creativity pushed the culture forward with grills
The Truth About Running 11 Barber Shops Successfully
Levels Barbershop owner Kazo breaks down the reality of barber licensing in New York, the difference between skill and certification, and the journey of building a successful barbershop brand from Harlem to multiple locations
Philadelphia’s Forgotten Role in Hip-Hop | Lady B, Schoolly D, PSK & Early Rap History
Nikki Duncan-Smith and BIG CED dive deep into the overlooked role Philadelphia played in shaping hip-hop culture
Your Pitch Gets Rejected? Here’s Why
Your pitch gets rejected? Master clear communication by learning why direct feedback is essential for growth
The WBAU Signal That Reached the Whole Industry
We dive deep into the legendary origins of WBAU Long Island, the Adelphi University radio station that served as the launchpad for some of the biggest names in Hip-Hop
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
Hawaii Mike Broke Every Rule to Build an Industry Career
Hawaii Mike grew up in a musical household (shoutout to Viva Brazil)
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.
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.
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.
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.
