Beats, Rhymes y Comunidad

Jeff Roe

Beats, Rhymes y Comunidad is where community management meets the culture, and conversation becomes a catalyst for change. Hosted by Senior Community Manager, Jeff Roe, the series explores how the principles of community building are reshaping the worlds of business, entertainment, and art. Each episode spotlights visionaries who embody the very essence of what it means to cultivate belonging. From the boardroom to the block party, guests share how they build connection through authenticity, creativity, and purpose. Beats, Rhymes y Comunidad honors culture as a cornerstone of community and positions storytelling as a strategy for growth. It’s a platform for brands, creators, and changemakers to learn how meaningful relationships, not algorithms, drive business forward. Whether through Hip-Hop, film, technology, or grassroots movements, this is where strategy meets soul, and where every beat, rhyme, and idea reminds us: community isn’t just a trend, it’s the future of business.

  1. Sep 21 ·  Bonus

    Brownsville Bred with Elaine Del Valle | A BRC Exclusive

    Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note. Welcome to Episode 11 of Beats, Rhymes y Comunidad — Where Community Management meets the Culture! Today we are privileged and honored to present you with our very first Beats, Rhymes y Comunidad EXCLUSIVE featuring Elaine Del Valle, Director of Brownsville Bred. Elaine Del Valle is a proud Nuyorican filmmaker, storyteller, and the visionary behind Brownsville Bred, a powerful coming-of-age feature that has been called one of the most anticipated films of 2025. Based on Elaine’s own life, the film takes us to 1980s Brooklyn, where family, identity, and community intertwine in ways that are deeply personal yet universally relatable. Brownsville Bred opened to sold-out screenings in New York City and is now expanding its theatrical run thanks to the overwhelming support of the very communities that inspired it. And today, we’ve got an exclusive for you: when this film premieres in Puerto Rico on October 9th, audiences will know it under a new name, Brooklyn Boricua. Elaine is not only a filmmaker but also the founder of Del Valle Productions, a director recognized by Sundance, WarnerMedia, and the Alliance of Women Directors, and a creative force who continues to expand opportunities for underrepresented voices in Hollywood and beyond. In this episode, we talk about her origins in Brownsville, the process of bringing her life story to the screen, the business side of independent filmmaking, the cultural responsibility of storytelling, and the legacy she hopes to leave behind. 🔗 Connect with Elaine Del Valle & Brownsville Bred: https://www.elainedelvalledirector.com/ https://www.brownsvillebred.com/

    Brownsville Bred with Elaine Del Valle | A BRC Exclusive
  2. Sep 21

    How Communities Create Belonging w/ Carrie Melissa Jones

    Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note. Carrie Melissa Jones is a renowned community builder, author, and entrepreneur who has dedicated her career to helping organizations create meaningful connections and foster strong communities. Jones began her professional journey working at various startups in the San Francisco Bay Area, where she honed her skills in community management and digital marketing. In 2014, she co-founded CMX, an organization dedicated to bringing together community managers. As the Chief Operations Officer, Jones played a pivotal role in developing the company's content strategy and educational resources. Her work at CMX led her to become a sought-after speaker and consultant for organizations looking to improve their community engagement efforts. In 2020, Jones published Building Brand Communities: How Organizations Succeed by Creating Belonging alongside Charles H. Vogl. The book serves as a comprehensive guide for organizations looking to build authentic and lasting connections with their audiences. It has become a go-to resource for community managers and marketing professionals alike, receiving praise for its actionable insights and real-world examples. As an author, speaker, and entrepreneur, Jones continues to push the boundaries of community-building and inspire others to create both physical and digital spaces where people feel a genuine sense of belonging. 🔗 Connect with Carrie: https://www.carriemelissajones.com/ https://www.buildingbrandcommunities.com/

    How Communities Create Belonging w/ Carrie Melissa Jones
  3. Sep 21

    25 Years of As the World Burns w/ Swel Boogie of The Arsonists

    Hey! I'd love to hear your thoughts, send me a voice note. Welcome to Episode 7 of Beats, Rhymes y Comunidad — Where Community Management meets the Culture! This week we're joined by Swel Swient Lopez aka Swel Boogie of The Arsonists. In celebration of the 25th Anniversary of The Arsonists' debut album, As the World Burns, Swel reunited with his former bandmates to publish a memoir for the group as a first time author. Formed in 1995, the Arsonists followed an unlikely path to global superstardom. Emerging from Bushwick, Brooklyn, during the height of the college radio era, with platforms like Stretch and Bobbito Radio, The Source Magazine, and Fat Beats Records, they went on to collaborate with Bobbito Garcia, MC Serch, and eventually signing with indie label Matador Records. With a style as distinctive and eclectic as their debut album As The World Burns, this memoir offers a fresh take on the music narrative. In addition to the band's story, the book includes rare memorabilia and an exclusive, unfiltered glimpse into the creative process of a group whose legacy resonates with Hip-Hop’s most legendary artists. For nearly thirty years, the Arsonists have made a lasting impact on underground culture, and this book provides the opportunity to learn the full story of how their spark ignited a lasting blaze. 🔗 Connect with Swel Boogie & buy Arsonists: As The World Burns on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Arsonists-World-Swel-Swient-Lopez/dp/B0DSB5B267/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0

    25 Years of As the World Burns w/ Swel Boogie of The Arsonists

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Beats, Rhymes y Comunidad is where community management meets the culture, and conversation becomes a catalyst for change. Hosted by Senior Community Manager, Jeff Roe, the series explores how the principles of community building are reshaping the worlds of business, entertainment, and art. Each episode spotlights visionaries who embody the very essence of what it means to cultivate belonging. From the boardroom to the block party, guests share how they build connection through authenticity, creativity, and purpose. Beats, Rhymes y Comunidad honors culture as a cornerstone of community and positions storytelling as a strategy for growth. It’s a platform for brands, creators, and changemakers to learn how meaningful relationships, not algorithms, drive business forward. Whether through Hip-Hop, film, technology, or grassroots movements, this is where strategy meets soul, and where every beat, rhyme, and idea reminds us: community isn’t just a trend, it’s the future of business.