Over the Shoulder

This week, the whole squad was in town, and we decided to just chat about all things current. We got into a little bit of coronavirus talk and how that’s affecting the local event climate, had a debate about Megan’s contract situation and how we feel like things are going in the ever-evolving world of streaming and the role that it plays within the music industry. As always, we will continue our conversation about the ups, downs, disruptions and inspirations that mold a creative! Make sure you follow us on all social media @OTSpod! Pick up these gems we’re dropping every week LIVE from the LINE Hotel on FULL Service Radio! Powered and distributed by Simplecast.

BeMo Brown and TomTom are joined by podcast family, JgySzn. Somebody was foolish enough to leave BeMo in the studio as he discusses his time at Popup about Popups with Popups! JGY gives us a brief history on the Washington Informers youth insert the Washington Bridge! JOB ALERT JOB ALERT! As always, we will continue our conversation about the ups, downs, disruptions and inspirations that mold a creative! Make sure you follow us on all social media @OTSpod! Pick up these gems we’re dropping every week LIVE from the LINE Hotel on FULL Service Radio! Powered and distributed by Simplecast.

BeMo and Tom hold it down this week with Reef while Matt is taking meetings in New York. We catch up with Chadwick Alexander, one of the Managers of Songbyrd. We discuss his role at Big Chief, his background that led to him there and learn some his do’s and donts of event production. We even get into a few very important points of presentation to get your show pitch seen at his venue. As always, we will continue our conversation about the ups, downs, disruptions and inspirations that mold a creative! Make sure you follow us on all social media @OTSpod! Pick up these gems we’re dropping every week LIVE from the LINE Hotel on FULL Service Radio! Powered and distributed by Simplecast.

-RIP Pop Smoke -Charging at the door vs free entry; bundle packages vs. negotiating a % split with the venue. -Rolodex pruning = finding/staffing the right support cast -The ups/downs of investing/buying from small businesses -Retail Experience/Fashion Merch Major -Seven Words OVER everything Powered and distributed by Simplecast.

Horace & Dickies/Half Note Miami with Matt Big Chief Closing Word of the Day: Quiddity Steel walks in What is Manhood Tweet? & Debate URL Deal XFL Emergence means the end of WWE? Powered and distributed by Simplecast.

While Matthew is jetsetting to Miami for business, BeMo & Tom reflect on the happenings of the past week, discuss the ending of the Big Chief, we don't talk about who tried to finesse BeMo in a business deal and TomTom doesn't talk about his personal tragedy but we do discuss the tiring process of trying to find venues in DC and a few other interesting topics. As always, we will continue our conversation about the ups, downs, disruptions and inspirations that mold a creative! Make sure you follow us on all social media @OTSpod! Pick up these gems we’re dropping every week LIVE from the LINE Hotel on FULL Service Radio! Powered and distributed by Simplecast.

BeMo Brown and Back Pack Matt are back in the studio. We cover Kobe for more than half the episode but what else would you expect from two black boys who lost their Superman. As always, we will continue our conversation about the ups, downs, disruptions and inspirations that mold a creative! Make sure you follow us on all social media @OTSpod! Pick up these gems we’re dropping every week LIVE from the LINE Hotel on FULL Service Radio! Powered and distributed by Simplecast.

BeMo Brown and TomTom are back in the studio with special guest Rebecca Eunoia (@rebeccaeunoia.) We start the conversation about doppelgänger and bladness. BeMo goes a little deep about the black frats and sororities regarding Boosie and his Kappa shirt. Our guest Rebecca drops gems about the art therapy. As always, we will continue our conversation about the ups, downs, disruptions and inspirations that mold a creative! Make sure you follow us on all social media @OTSpod! Pick up these gems we’re dropping every week LIVE from the LINE Hotel on FULL Service Radio! Powered and distributed by Simplecast.

BeMo Brown and TomTom are back in the studio with special guest Evan Johnson (@glassofwaterart.) We start the conversation about Charlamagne the Gods ass and how TomTom would respond. BeMo goes a little deep about the role of art in the process of gentrification. Our guest Evan Johnson drops gems about the art industry. As always, we will continue our conversation about the ups, downs, disruptions and inspirations that mold a creative! Make sure you follow us on all social media @OTSpod! Pick up these gems we’re dropping every week LIVE from the LINE Hotel on FULL Service Radio! Powered and distributed by Simplecast

Matt holds down the fort while BeMo handles hosting duties at a creative awards show and TomTom is en route to Miami for Art Basel. Zips: Founders Day, BeMo on Let's Talk Bruh, TomTom & Chris Pyrate takeover Miami, Jay-Z turns 50, Beanies event recap, Chinese resale sneaker market & more!

The gang is back together after a much-needed holiday break. 2020 is supposed to be "our year", but the guys discuss Trump's recent war tactics in Iran. BeMo recaps the best/worst creative industry moves of 2019. Bruce Allen joins the crew to discuss his thought processes, workflows, and strategies as a full time photographer and media platform entrepreneur. We end the episode with some great long-form media recommendations for creatives going into 2020! Powered and distributed by Simplecast

TomTom recaps his experiences at Art Basel. "In The Bag": Matt speaks on recent work updates, Tekashi 69, and the art of eliminating losses. Matt, TomTom & Alexya discuss the essential issues stifling creative progress in the DMV. WOTD: Diepnosophist - "a person who is an adept conversationalist. Powered and distributed by Simplecast

BeMo recaps his most recent hosting gig last week. L to the Lizzo?; BeMo's mom sends a message to the crew(...mainly BeMo and Matt); Matt recaps Miami/ Art Basel; WOTD: Forby - "besides" Powered and distributed by Simplecast

BeMo Brown, Backpack Matt, and TomTom are back in studio with special guest Lydia Corbett (@oheylil)! This week we center our discussion around transparency, mental health and how to sell art! BeMo goes too deep about the similarities of being a WWE fan and a child of the Confederate Flag South. Also, bring yo ass to OGK's Beanies on 11/23. Follow us on all social media platforms @ots.pod Powered and distributed by Simplecast

BeMo Brown, Backpack Matt, and TomTom are back in studio with special guest Avery Jackson! This week we center our discussion around the creative mindset of Generation Z! Do Millennials lack compassion? Has the Millennial calling card of 'instant gratification' evolved into impatience? How will this effect the creative industry as Gen Z, unconventionally, enters the work force? All this and somehow Summer Walker on this weeks conversation between professional ceatives. Follow us on all social media platforms @ots.pod. Powered and distributed by Simplecast.

Matt and TomTom chop it up with curator/facilitator Anthony (@HonorableAnt) Donahue and celebrity fitness trainer Jacy (@JacyCunnigham) Cunningham to discuss mental health through the creative lens as well as best practices for negotiating with peers in the creative market. TomTom and Ant tackle the current state of the sneakerphile world. Matt tries to turn Kobe’s Mamba Mentality into a framework.Word of the Day: Consternation References from today's episode: In The Bag: Kobe Bryant Opens Up About His Connection w/ China & Life After The NBA!Follow Over The Shoulder on TwitterHave a better Word of the Day example than us? Did any of today's topics pique your interest? Don't hesitate to send us an e-mail! we love to hear from our supporters.

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BeMo Brown, Back Pack and TomTom are back in the studio with special guests JgySzn (photographer) and George Robinson (Barber/Life Coach). Kicking off with a conversation about the TomToms adventures, the fellas talk about the balance between work and life while also reflecting on entrepreneurial goals. BeMo goes too deep on whether HBCUs should want to participate in the current student athlete model. In Matt’s bag is a conversation reflecting on September, 11th and the changes in media and music. As always, we will continue our conversation about the ups, downs, disruptions and inspirations that mold a creative! Make sure you follow us on all social media @OTSpod! Pick up these gems we’re dropping every week LIVE from the LINE Hotel on FULL Service Radio!

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BeMo Brown and TomTom take over today’s show. Kicking off with a conversation about the upcoming Flower Bomb Festival, this episode features a conversation about the struggles of creation and of course, this weeks tools of the trade . BeMo goes too deep on the concept of Jay Z and the NFL. He doesn’t really care but still... As always, we will continue our conversation about the ups, downs, disruptions and inspirations that mold a creative! Make sure you follow us on all social media @OTSpod! Pick up these gems we’re dropping every week LIVE from the LINE Hotel on FULL Service Radio!

BeMo Brown and TomTom take over today’s show. Kicking off with a conversation about Nike’s new subscription program, this episode features a conversation about sharpening your skills and of course, this weeks tools of the trade . BeMo goes too deep on the concept of LGBTQ history being taught in schools and jealousy of another minority. As always, we will continue our conversation about the ups, downs, disruptions and inspirations that mold a creative! Make sure you follow us on all social media @OTSpod! Pick up these gems we’re dropping every week LIVE from the LINE Hotel on FULL Service Radio!

BeMo Brown, Back Pack Matt and TomTom are joined by special guest OFK! This week, eavesdrop on a conversation about the brilliance of the Top 50 list. BeMo goes too deep on the concept of white freedom! You can find a comparison between a Toronto and DC in Back Pack Matt’s bag. TomtTom hits us with a very interesting question. Stay tuned for a special conversation with OGK. As always, we will continue our conversation about the ups, downs, disruptions and inspirations that mold a creative! Make sure you follow us on all social media @OTSpod! Pick up these gems we’re dropping every week LIVE from the LINE Hotel on FULL Service Radio!

TomTom runs the show solo but invites a few friends into the fold. Reef, Kapri, Geronimo & Tom dissect the humble beginnings of Trezo and LIME, get into style inspirations, the ins and out of networking well. Matt's #InTheBag stresses the importance of appreciation and recognition in any sustainable creative team operation.

Anthony Daniels of Dupont Brass joins the crew this week as the boys revisit Bemo's beef with today's simple R&B music. Is he really on to something or just doesn't like H.E.R.? Matt analyzes the success of URL's recent app release, the financial implications versus the popularity and visibility of Youtube. Anthony tells us the story behind Dupont Brass.

In this episode, BeMo & Tom catch up with Jonathan Nelson AKA Jonny ETHOS, a local documentarian and chat with him about his platform Ethos Decorum. BeMo also goes too deep into his beef with simple music which seems to be prevalent these days, along with a recent conversation he had with a client about talent and hard work.

Matt takes on solo hosting duties and invites CZNDFX to the studio. CZNDFX is a DC-based multimedia artist with project releases across different mediums (music, live 404 performances, animation, and videography). #InTheBag: We discuss Ebony Magazine’s stealthy layoffs of its digital media team and the message it sends to young creatives interested in pushing black-centric media forward. We also go into detail about Donte’s use of the legendary 404 sampler and how he incorporates it into his music and live performances. Matt predicts the fall of universal social media platforms and the pros and cons. WOTD: minimoon

Bemo and Matt discuss the true meaning of the "Black Men Don't Cheat" movement. BeMo "Goes Too Deep" on the revisiting of The Cosby Show in 2019. Matt recommends some "In The Bag" netflix documentaries for creative entrepreneurs. Is Google stealing content from Genius? Steel Wavvy stops by to share his Tools of the Trade.

Matt (pre-recorded) recap's Jay-Z's entrepreneurial road to billionaire status and informs us on the importance of metadata (data about data) for fair payment to artists and musicians who earn revenue from digital streams. BeMo "Goes To Deep" on So Far Sound's trajectory towards gentrification.

Back pack Matt and BeMo Brown finally wrap up the conversation revolving around Black Gentrification in Washington, DC. We are joined by growing Jazz and GoGo legend, Elijah J. Balbed of JoGo Project and the EJB Trio. BeMo goes too deep on turning 30, Matt has some surprises in the Bag and don’t want to miss the weekly tools of the trade. As always, we will continue our conversation about the ups, downs, disruptions and inspirations that mold a creative! Make sure you follow us on all social media @OTSpod! Pick up these gems we’re dropping every week LIVE from the LINE Hotel on FULL Service Radio!

BeMo Brown is in studio by himself and he has some strong thoughts towards Steve Harvey and the insinuation that rest is harmful to production. As always, we will continue our conversation about the ups, downs, disruptions and inspirations that mold a creative! Make sure you follow us on all social media @OTSpod! Pick up these gems we’re dropping every week LIVE from the LINE Hotel on FULL Service Radio!

Back Pack Matt, BeMo Brown and Tom Tom continue the discussion of black gentrifiers in Washington, DC! We begin our conversation with a brief discussion on #moechella and #longlivegogo. This week, eavesdrop on an intense conversation with Aiyi’nah Ford. As always, we will continue our conversation about the ups, downs, disruptions and inspirations that mold a creative! Make sure you follow us on all social media @OTSpod! Pick up these gems we’re dropping every week LIVE from the LINE Hotel on FULL Service Radio!

Back Pack Matt and BeMo Brown begin the discussion of black gentrifiers in Washington, DC! BeMo Goes too deep on the definition of gentrifiers vs. expectations and Matt’s bag is filled with Biggie’s Dream. We’ve go musical selections from PNMA. As always, we will continue our conversation about the ups, downs, disruptions and inspirations that mold a creative! Make sure you follow us on all social media @OTSpod! Pick up these gems we’re dropping every week LIVE from the LINE Hotel on FULL Service Radio!

Matt holds the show's first roundtable artist session. We talk about our respective experiences with overcoming “Jack of All Trades” and imposter syndrome and the influence of @pharrell and Kanye on multi-discipline creators. We also debated the pros and cons of social media marketing and presence on introverted artists and handling time and energy in between major publicly released projects

Backpack Matt and BeMo Brown are joined by Performance Artist Maps Glover! This week we discuss the bravery and importance of performance art! BeMo Goes too deep on an ugly million dollar fundraiser and Matt’s bag is filled with Beyonce, LeBron James, and Promise. We’ve go musical selections from Chris Allen. As always, we will continue our conversation about the ups, downs, disruptions and inspirations that mold a creative! Make sure you follow us on all social media @OTSpod! Pick up these gems we’re dropping every week LIVE from the LINE Hotel on FULL Service Radio!

Back Pack Matt is back in studio with BeMo Brown for a new episode of Over the Shoulder! Our hosts are joined by rapper/songwriter/producer/ and future label owner Chris Allen! This week you can eavesdrop on a conversation about the #DontMuteDC movement, a tribute to our new WWE Champion, The Notorious BIG’s son, a special conversation with Chris Allen about the future of his upcoming album and bug plans for artist development..As always, we will continue our cnversation about the ups, downs, distruptions and inspirations that mold a creative! Make sure you follow us on all social media @OTSpod! Pick up these gems we’re dropping every week LIVE from the LINE Hotel on FULL Service Radio!

BeMo Brown is joined by singer/songwriter/producer PNMA! This week you can eavesdrop on a conversation about listening to women, respectful distance, remembrance of Nipsey Hussle and a special conversation with PNMA about the future of music distribution. As always, we will continue our cnversation about the ups, downs, distruptions and inspirations that mold a creative! Make sure you follow us on all social media @OTSpod! Pick up these gems we’re dropping every week LIVE from the LINE Hotel!

BeMo details his experience and thought-process behind developing the perfect pair of pants. Matt talks about the rising rumber of black and other minority-owned startups ditching Sillicon Valley for Atlanta.