Prescriptions With Dr. CAH

Dr. Courtney A. Hammonds

Prescriptions with Dr. CAH is a micro-blog (podcast) that amplifies the stories of creative leaders, past and present. Join multidimensional storyteller Dr. Courtney A. Hammonds for insightful discussions covering business, fashion, education and innovation from a 360-degree perspective with a special focus on culture. The podcast offers exclusive interviews with some of the biggest names in the biz, including renowned fashion critic Rudy Reed, master perfumer Darryl Hunter, celebrity fashion designer, Cedric Brown, actress Toynal Davis and celebrity chef Jamika Perssoa, among many others. You'll get valuable insights and "prescriptions" that will hopefully motivate you to rethink your strategies and unlock new growth opportunities.

Episodes

  1. 08/14/2020

    Every Scarf has a Story: A intimate conversation with Creative Architect, Cedric Brown

    It has been said not all superheroes wear capes. These days, they wear scarves and kimonos. Like many people working in the industry, Cedric Brown always knew he wanted to go into fashion. From interning to senior designer of www.cedricbrowncollections.com, Cedric Brown did it! In this episode of the Prescriptions podcast, he shares exactly what he has done to design his perfect career. He has had a lot of divine connections, but it took a ton of work and smart moves to get him where he is today. Cedric Brown, 28, is a fashion designer and visual artist. In his hometown of Atlanta, GA, he runs a family-owned apparel business. Raised by a single mother, her phenomenal style was his inspiration for his fashion sketches. Instead of getting caught up in the self-destructive cycle of a fatherless home, he chose to express himself through his art. Through his hard work and perseverance, he received national scholarships and grants to pay his way through college. He received a B.F.A in Fashion Design from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) and took business courses at the Operation Hope center. Cedric has made a lifetime dedication to the arts. In 2010, his painting "As the Twig Bends, so the Tree Inclines" was selected for permanent display in the National Russian Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia. In addition, he gained professional work experience through design internships and freelance work in New York City and Hong Kong, as well as interning at big corporations such as Sears/K-Mart, Li and Fung Limited, and Carter's. His customized artwork has attracted him to Notable celebrities, Actress Lynn Whitfield, Vivica A. Fox, Rapper Young Thug, Wale, Singer Tamela Mann, Coca Vango, Verse Simmons, Lil Scrappy, news anchor Jovita Moore, Congresswoman Joyce Beatty, and Fortune 500 CEO’s John Miller, Denny's, Marvin Ellison, Lowe's, Ellen Alemany, CIT Bank, and John Hope Bryant, Operation Hope, are among those who have Cedric Brown Collections On Season 4 of Own's Network show, Greenleaf, Cedric Brown Collections, will be worn by lead role characters Lamman Rucker, (portraying Jacob Greenleaf) and Lynn Whitfield, (portraying Lady Mae Greenleaf). Website: https://www.cedricbrowncollections.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cedricbrowncollections

    40 min
  2. 08/01/2020

    Telling Stories with Fashion and Words with Rudy Reed

    Wardrobe Stylist, Creative Director and Writer Rudy Reed brings a sexy and otherworldly aesthetic to his work. Based in NYC, Reed’s resume includes an impressive array of clients like Sex and the City and the Devil Wears Prada iconic stylist, Patricia Field, stylist for the band Exotik Robotz, GBM News, Krave Magazine, Hers Magazine, New York Fashion Week and other prominent figures in the fashion industry. In this episode we’re talking about Rudy’s rise to fame. He opens up about the personal pivots that led him down this path, his survival tips for managing friendship and business, and the “prescriptions” that yields the best artistic results. Take these tools, open your mind, and set yourself free. What’s next for Rudy Reed Rudy is currently helping to promote the book Branded Protest, a project in which he wrote a chapter for. The book focuses on thirteen movements/organizations that have successfully managed thrive over the past decade. This book also explores key components on how each group made themselves identifiable. Rudy wrote the chapter on Black Lives Matter. He explains how the movement was birthed from a hashtag. He also explains why they chose the colors black and yellow to convey their message of signage. Rudy is also working on a small capsule collection of clothing. These pieces will be gender fluid, contain pieces that are military inspired, but will also allow the consumer to get a better sense of who Rudy Reed is. https://www.instagram.com/rudyreednyc/ www.fashionforwardmen.blogspot.com

    30 min
5
out of 5
5 Ratings

About

Prescriptions with Dr. CAH is a micro-blog (podcast) that amplifies the stories of creative leaders, past and present. Join multidimensional storyteller Dr. Courtney A. Hammonds for insightful discussions covering business, fashion, education and innovation from a 360-degree perspective with a special focus on culture. The podcast offers exclusive interviews with some of the biggest names in the biz, including renowned fashion critic Rudy Reed, master perfumer Darryl Hunter, celebrity fashion designer, Cedric Brown, actress Toynal Davis and celebrity chef Jamika Perssoa, among many others. You'll get valuable insights and "prescriptions" that will hopefully motivate you to rethink your strategies and unlock new growth opportunities.