The Industry Misfit

The Industry Misfit

Merging entertainment and real life issues in a way that is relatable to the masses.

Episodes

  1. 06/22/2020

    Wordsworth Quarantines with The Industry Misfit for special edition Episode. 4

    Hip Hop artist and Educator Wordsworth has over 20 years of experience in the entertainment industry. Starring in Hip Hop Sketch show "The Lyricist Lounge" on MTV alongside household names such as Mos Def and Tracee Ellis-Ross. He has done songs for video games, televison and animation including the popular Peabody and Sherman series and 50 Cent backed POWER.   In this episode we discuss:  1. Maintaining throughout the transitions of career in the music business  2. The importance of building the right team to surround you  3. Understanding contracts  4. Remaining humble and not being too prideful for a job as a creative  5. Making an impact on the youth through the arts

    1h 2m

  2. 05/15/2020 ·  Bonus

    Quarantine Ep. 3 W/ Candy From Strangers

    A wonderful chat with music duo Candy From Strangers. We discuss continuing the pursuit of your dreams while balancing a family life. They share with us ways to get your mind off of Quarantine. We will also get a feel of what their creative process is with music and art. Enjoy

    47 min

  3. 04/14/2020

    Quarantine Episode 2 W Tina Reeves and Jacky Wright

    This Special edition quarantine episode we had the pleasure of interviewing celebrity photographer/videographer Tina Reeves and Renaissance Businessman Jacky Wright. We discuss a plethora of topics including surviving Covid-19 as a freelancer and getting rid of relationships that no longer serve you.

    32 min

  4. 03/26/2020 ·  Bonus

    Quarantine Ep.1 with Kristen and Steph

    We are living in unforeseen circumstances. I wanted to do a special short season with my peers about how they are keeping their business afloat and spending their down time. On episode 1 we had the pleasure of speaking with Kristen Fraser the founder of PVTL a highly innovative Marketing/Management/Branding company and Steph Young the Owner of Kingdom Young  a Creative and Social Media Content Agency. They give us some insight on maintaining a business and staying prepared in a crisis and how to navigate various scenarios in business networking.

    59 min

  5. 05/27/2019

    “In My Lifetime” The Industry Misfit Ep. 8 W/SG filmmaker Abdul Malik Abbott (“Streets Is Watching”, “State Property”)

    This episode we were blessed with the opportunity to sit down with filmmaker Abdul Malik Abbott who has directed some of the most legendary pieces in Hip-Hop history. He was very instrumental in creating the “Big Willie” persona in the early days of Roc-a-fella Records and Jay-Z’s career. He directed such classics as “I can’t Get With That” which happens to be Jay-Z’s first solo video. “In My Lifetime” the original and remix ,“Dead President’s”, “Ain’t No”, “Streets Is Watching” the unique visual soundtrack and “State Property” the notable feature film just to name a few. We Discuss: · His start in film which led to being on the crew of Spike Lee’s “Do The Right Thing” and “Mo Better Blues” · Big break in videos with Jive Records and legendary Jazz vocalist Abbey Lincoln · Working with a group named “Original Flavor” who were managed by Damon Dash, which eventually led to long working relationship with Roc-a-fella Records · Being instrumental in the process to creating the artistic image of Jay-Z · How the legendary Monopoly scene in the “Dead President’s” video came about · The difference between Damon Dash, Jay-Z and Kareem “Biggs” Burke · Having nearly 30 years in the business and staying afloat · What video projects were his favorite to work on · Favorite aspect of filmmaking to work on · Difference between the industry today and in the past · The one thing in the past that he passed up on that he would reconsider doing in hindsight · The new black renaissance in the film industry · Advice for young creatives trying to break into the industry · Getting involved in the music industry with his company Blue Music Productions and B.O.S.S. Check out the full interview on all of the major Podcast streaming sites. Please subscribe, rate and comment. You are greatly appreciated. He also runs his own music production company @BlueMusicProductions … be sure to give him a follow on social media @DjAbbyAb As always you can find me @RebelRamon or @Moderngeniustv  If you would like to donate to the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/Moderngeniustv https://www.paypal.me/ramonbrandon Cash App $Moderngeniustv

    1h 26m

  6. 04/24/2019

    "The Great Debate" Episode 7 W/SG actor Denzel Whitaker (Great Debaters & Black Panther)

    "Right!" This episode we were blessed with the wisdom's of veteran actor Denzel Whitaker of Black Panther and Great Debaters fame. Before reaching age 30 he has almost two decades of experience in film working with the likes of Denzel Washington, Ryan Coogler and Forest Whitaker amongst others. We Discuss: • How is the current political climate effecting you on a daily basis • How did you get your start in acting? • Navigating Hollywood as a child actor? • Being a solid individual-what keeps you grounded? • Advice on making Hollywood a career not just a runoff? • What helps you with patience? • Ever a time that you were ready to give up and do something else? • Artist responsibility to represent our culture appropriately? • Denzel Washington, Forest Whitaker, Ryan Coogler, Sterling K Brown? • What kind of music artists do you listen to? • Favorite all-time movies? • Role you’d like to play or anything that you wouldn’t play? Please subscribe, rate and comment. You are greatly appreciated. Denzel also runs his own production company named Blackmouf be sure to give them a follow on social media @Blackmouf As always you can find me @RebelRamon or @Moderngeniustv  If you would like to donate to the podcast: https://www.patreon.com/Moderngeniustv https://www.paypal.me/ramonbrandon Cash App $Moderngeniustv

    1h 26m

  7. 04/02/2019

    The Industry Misfit Ep. 6 "Owning & Managing Small Business" W/SG Shan and Ajay

    This episode I was happy to be back visiting my hometown of Richmond, Virginia. I had the pleasure of speaking with Ajay Brewer the owner of Brewers cafe and Shan a celebrity hair stylist & the owner of the Fly & Flashy Hair Company. We Discuss: What inspired Entrepreneurship How to balance work and family life while running a small biz How to sneak in a dating social life while working so many hrs Finding Funding & Resources The hiring process The most important aspect of business Where we would like to see our hometown head in the future Follow us at: @Rebelramon @brewerscafe @flyflashynredd & the company page @moderngeniustv If you would like to donate here are a few links to do so: https://www.patreon.com/Moderngeniustv www.paypal.me/ramonbrandon Cashapp: $Moderngeniustv T-Shirts and Hoodies are on sale @ www.moderngenius.tv RIP Nipsey Hussle

    1h 18m

  8. 03/18/2019

    Episode 5. Michael Jackson, R. Kelly, The Cancel Culture + more with S/G Trew & Rideout

    This weeks Special Guests are Trew Crocket an actor and music artist with over 500k streams along with Louis Rideout a very talented photographer working out of Cincinnati Ohio. We discuss such topics as: • Michael Jackson & R.Kelly • Can you separate an artist from their personal life • Where does your passion stem from? • Divisive Canceling and movements from the black community? • Players vs Fans • Coming from smaller cities and finding a way to connect • Finding your lane  • Balancing family, keeping steady income, working bi-coastal  You can follow us on Social Media @: @RebelRamon @ModernGeniusTV @Callmerideout @coolandtrew Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/moderngeniustv Cashapp: $moderngeniustv

    1h 10m

  9. 03/04/2019

    Episode 4 "Mail Bag" From Me To You

    This episode focuses on you, the viewer. Brandon Ramon responds to some email & DM questions sent in by some of our Day 1 listeners.  In this Episode he discusses: The Colin Kaepernick Settlement The LA Lakers 2019 playoff status Modern Gender Roles In Dating His Relationship Status and Type The Leap To Entrepreneurship and its Reality

    25 min

  10. 02/18/2019

    Episode 3 W/SG Sports Agent Daryl Graham

    This weeks Special guest is Daryl Graham, Sports Agent for one of the leading agencies world wide with roster talents such as Steph Curry and Giannis Antetokounmpo. He is also a long time friend of mine, over a decade. Things GET REAL as we discuss:  Supporting and encouraging your friends on the road to success  The Usage of the N Word and Hood Passes  What it means to be a Boss  Are Billionaires evil?  Fostering relationships & coming out of a shell   Navigating Corporate America as an Urban Black Male  Follow us: @RebelRamon @Controlthegame   @ModernGeniusTV on all Social Media and Youtube

    1h 13m

  11. 02/03/2019

    Episode 2 W/SG Marni Your Personal Wing Girl

    This week’s Special Guest Is Marni, she describes herself as “Man’s Secret Weapon” and she has the track record to prove It. With close to 400k subscribers on YouTube and millions of views she has amassed a large following of Men having trouble with or looking to get back into the dating scene. She strikes me as the girl next door that you know has your back for life and every man could benefit from a friend like that! On this Episode we discuss:  Overcoming the initial fear of approaching women How to start a good conversation using her OSA method Understanding the feeling of rejection Tips that a female likes you Ideal dates and learning yourself Proper way to get consent from the modern woman Check it out and let us know what has or has not worked for you! Be sure to link with us here: Marni Your Personal Wing Girl on YouTube and the Ask Women Podcast Follow me @RebelRamon and @Moderngeniustv on social media

    41 min

  12. 01/07/2019

    Episode 1 Hello World (2018’s standouts)

    This week’s Special guest is my long time friend and show producer Les Jones, we step to the mic to discuss what film and music projects stood out for us in 2018

    54 min
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Merging entertainment and real life issues in a way that is relatable to the masses.

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  • Creator
    The Industry Misfit
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2020
  • Episodes
    12
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © The Industry Misfit