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Launching his career as assistant to the Jonas Brothers, Benoni Tagoe quickly became a part of the band's day-to-day management team and through that experience developed a keen sense of entrepreneurship. Since then, Tagoe has produced content for both TV and New Media on platforms that have collectively garnered over 20 million views. In a dual role, Tagoe was the Head of Business Development for Issa Rae Productions, which became HOORAE (The Mis-Adventures of Awkward Black Girl and HBO's ‘Insecure')and President of Raedio (Issa Rae's music initiative).  Throughout his career Benoni has closed multiple joint venture record deals (Atlantic Records & Def Jam), podcast overall deals (Audible and Stitcher) and acted as a liaison between talent and securing funding for the next step of their careers.  Additionally, Benoni has been profiled as a “Modern Man” in Black Enterprise magazine for his work with his management & consulting company, The Bizz Plan, which has worked with various media brands, including Uninterrupted (LeBron James' sports platform).

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Social Studies show! Today, we are thrilled to introduce our special guest, Fred Sands IV, an exceptionally talented Art Director and Graphic Designer hailing from the vibrant city of New York. Fred Sands, IV has an impressive background, having served as the Design & Production Coordinator at PAPER Magazine, where he honed his creative skills to perfection. But Fred's creative journey doesn't stop there. His personal work is deeply rooted in nostalgia and culture, and his primary objective is to craft designs that seamlessly blend innovation with a sense of familiarity. With a remarkable decade of experience in the fields of freelance artistry and graphic design within the production and media industry, Fred boasts an impressive clientele that includes big names like Netflix, Jada Pinkett-Smith, Allyson Felix, MTV, Issa Rae Productions, SKYY® Vodka, and many more. His work isn't just about aesthetics; it's about pushing boundaries, revolutionizing digital storytelling, and forging partnerships with brands that aim to establish a groundbreaking voice through design. Fred Sands, IV's creative prowess has not gone unnoticed. He's a recipient of the Muse Creative Awards in 2021, winning the prestigious Best Magazine Cover Series in Advertising for his outstanding work. Additionally, he clinched the Platinum Winner title for his exceptional art direction and design in PAPER's Black History Month Covers, featuring prominent figures like Lena Waithe and the casts of Boomerang and Twenties on BET. So, get ready to dive deep into the world of art, design, and creativity as we explore the innovative and inspiring journey of Fred Sands, IV, on today's episode of the Social Studies show. WWW.SOCIALSTUDIESSHOW.COM SEE FRED'S WORK AT - http://ivourth.com/home

Nijla Mu'min is a writer and filmmaker from the East Bay Area. Her work is informed by poetry, photography, fiction, and dance. Named one of 25 New Faces of Independent Film by Filmmaker Magazine in 2017, she tells stories about Black girls and women who find themselves between worlds and identities.  Her short films have screened at festivals across the country. Her filmmaking and screenwriting have been supported by the Sundance Institute, IFP, Film Independent, Women In Film LA, and the Princess Grace Foundation. In 2011, she worked as a Production Assistant on Ava DuVernay's film, Middle of Nowhere. In 2014, she was selected for the Sundance Institute Screenwriters Intensive, and she was the winner of the Grand Jury Prize for Best Screenplay at the 2014 Urbanworld Film Festival, for her script Noor. Nijla attended the 2017 Sundance Institute Sound and Music Design Lab for Jinn. Her short film Dream was acquired by Issa Rae Productions for online streaming in 2017.  Her debut feature film, Jinn, starring Zoe Renee, Kelvin Harrison Jr., and Simone Missick, premiered at the 2018 South By Southwest Film Festival, where she won the Special Jury Recognition Award for Screenwriting. In 2018, she directed an episode of Ava DuVernay's critically-acclaimed series "Queen Sugar.” Jinn, a New York Times Critic's pick, was released in November 2018 by Orion Classics, and is currently streaming on Amazon. In 2021, she directed an episode of “Wu-Tang: An American Saga” for Hulu. She is currently developing her second feature film, Mosswood Park. She is a 2013 graduate of CalArts MFA Film Directing and Creative Writing Programs, and a 2007 graduate of UC Berkeley, where studied in June Jordan's Poetry for the People Program.  

In today's episode, I'm SO excited to chat with Jessica Gill (4/6 Generator) all about manifestation, Human Design and taking aligned action. This is such a great conversation, and as usual, I totally "geek out" on her design as she speaks about the work she does at TBM.Jessica Gill is the Director of Podcast & Media at To Be Magnetic, the top destination for Neural Manifestation™ - the first science-backed approach to manifestation. It is rooted in neuroscience, psychology, epigenetics, and energetics and is created by founder Lacy Phillips. She is also the host of the highly successful EXPANDED Podcast by To Be Magnetic interviewing guests such as Gabby Bernstein, Alex Elle, Jedidiah Jenkins, & many more. Jessica's expertise lies in bridging the gap between spiritual concepts and the science that ties it all together while distilling these ideas down to a digestible level for their audience. Prior to TBM, Jessica worked in the film & television industry for over 9 years on series for MTV, Discovery, HGTV, POP, Travel Channel, Food Network & Issa Rae Productions.Jessica's Details:Expanded Podcast: https://tobemagnetic.com/expanded-podcastInstagram @jessicaashleygill and @tobemagneticTBM Pathway Membership: https://tobemagnetic.com/the-pathway-membership- -MILLIONS OF MILLIONAIRES SPONSORSHIPBody Graph Chart's details:Instagram @bodygraphchartWeb: https://bodygraphchart.com/?via=emmadunwoodyDISCOUNT CODE: humandesignpodcast------HDX Membership: https://www.emmadunwoody.com/membershipWant to sponsor the podcast? Apply here for the "Millions of Millionaires" project: https://forms.gle/Hs2MGFSuyRrVKJ116Instagram @the_human_design_coachHuman Design FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/285696835929546/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/1386906244772463/Music: Spark Of Inspiration by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

In our second disability employment success story for National Disability Employment Awareness Month 2022, meet Candis Welch. A lifelong resident of Los Angeles, California with Spinal Muscular Atrophy, she began her career as an Executive Assistant with Issa Rae Productions after graduating with a degree in Journalism. She then pivoted to the public sector, eventually becoming a Procurement Analyst for the Los Angeles Homeless Service Authority (LAHSA) and now works in her current position as LAHSA's internal DEI Coordinator. — Visit Candis' site — Follow Candis on IG

Jessica Gill is the Director of Podcast & Media at To Be Magnetic, as well as the host of the EXPANDED Podcast which teaches on Neural Manifestation™ - the first science-backed approach to manifestation. Since joining the podcast, the show has grown from 2 million to 16 million downloads and Jessica has interviewed Gabby Bernstein, Alex Elle, Jedidiah Jenkins, & many more. To Be Magnetic was created by expert Lacy Phillips and alongside neuroscience & psychology advisor Dr. Tara Swart. TBM's unique process is rooted in neuroscience, psychology, epigenetics, and energetics– with a little spirituality sprinkled on top. Jessica also oversees TBM's workshop content and designs their Deep Imagining sessions (hypnosis-based meditations), in addition to hosting a members-only series called Supported, answering manifestation-specific questions. Jessica's expertise lies in bridging the gap between spiritual concepts and the science that ties it all together while distilling these ideas down to a digestible level for their audience.  Prior to TBM, Jessica worked in the film & television industry for over 9 years on series for MTV, Discovery, HGTV, POP, Travel Channel, Food Network & Issa Rae Productions.There's a lot of rhetoric about manifestation floating around out there, and Currently Unwell is proud to bring you the REAL DEAL with Jessica Gill of To Be Magnetic. We talk about shadow work and why it's important, micro manifestations, situational magnetism, the difference between your anxious mind and your intuition, walking through fears, trusting the Universe's timing, and more. If you've been looking to move stagnant energy so you can manifest the life you want, push play now. @JessicaAshleyGill IGToBeMagnetic.com@ToBeMagnetic IGListen to Expanded PodcastJoin The Pathway Membership -- $20 off any workshop when you use code EXPANDEDResentment Digital Masterclass Pre-sale $65CurrentlyUnwell.com@currentlyunwell on IG

Building an enterprise takes time. But how exactly does it happen? On this week's episode of the Minute of Your Time podcast I'm giving you a case study on Issa Rae, her show Insecure, Issa Rae Productions, and her Record Label and Publishing Company Raedio and the 4 principles to making multiple passions make sense in creating an ecosystem of enterprises that support each other. In Summary: Mindset - Have Patience BEFORE You Pivot to a New Business Lose Early! Learn to Leverage Long Term Wins in Negotiating Multiplying is a Mistake. The 2 Team Members Critical to Building Multiple Businesses Trapital Issa Rae Flow Chart: https://i2.wp.com/trapital.co/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Screen-Shot-2020-04-23-at-1.19.59-PM.png?resize=768%2C564&ssl=1 Subscribe to Trapital: https://trapital.co/?rh_ref=7d491c01 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

YouTube Influencers are among the few able to continue working and also aid in the efforts to help communities affected by Covid-19. Who knew?! We talk Mr. Beast's live stream, James Charles' new reality show and the drama happening with The Last of Us. We're also joined by the founder of The Queen's Sessions, Autumn Myers (@itsautumn) to talk about women of color in media! All this and more on Unsubbed Heroes! Visit The Queen's Sessions Get in touch! UnsubbedHeroes.com @UnsubbedHeroes Twitter Instagram Follow Nick & Marley: NICK Twitter: @nickreidtime Instagram: @nickreidtime MARLEY Twitter: @rebelliousewok Instagram: @rebelliousewok Content you should be subbed to: Issa Rae Productions on YouTube Billiam on YouTube @itstabithabrown on Tik Tom The Queens Sessions on Instagram Subscribe on your favorite podcast app! Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! Share with your friends! Produced by Nick Reid Edited by Blair Peyton Music provided by Epidemic Sound --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unsubbedheroes/message

It’s a celebration; Ashley turns 30! (Warning, it’s a detailed one!) This week, the ladies sit down to discuss the difference between millennial and traditional relationships; how they’ve evolved over the years and what would be their ideal fit. Which do you prefer? Resources: Black Love, 2019. Confluential Films & Black Love Inc. http://www.oprah.com/app/black-love.html Couples Therapy, 2019 Showtime Network, Inc. https://www.sho.com/couples-therapy Insecure, [television series] Season 2, Episode 7, “Hella Disrespectful” HBO. Issa Rae Productions. https://www.hbo.com/insecure/season-2/hella-disrespectful Instagram: @iamdevale (November 6th, 2019) https://www.instagram.com/p/B4iw9rpDTD1/?igshid=c05tm2vu5r48 Baltimore Location Reference: Clavel Restaurant: http://barclavel.com Music: “Something on October 16th” Kenny Waller, (2019). Instagram: @_girlsinthegarden Email: girlsinthegardenpodcast@gmail.com #yourbestfriendsinyourhead

Released Aug 01, 2017 Issa Rae is doing it all. In addition to being the creator, co-writer and star behind HBO's "Insecure," she's also a bestselling author and has a popular YouTube channel garnering millions of views. After graduating from Stanford in 2007, she received a theater fellowship at The Public Theater and then worked odd jobs between business school and law school until her web series "The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl" went viral. Funded through Kickstarter, the web series went on to win the Shorty Award for Best Web Show in 2013. Issa discusses her journey to "Insecure" and how her determination helped her land a show on HBO. Don

Baratunde Thurston and Deniese Davis (COO of Color Creative TV and Producer, Issa Rae Productions), discuss storytellers changing Hollywood.

On this week’s On Story, Emmy Award® winning television producer, actor, comedian and writer Larry Wilmore discusses the creation of the influential Bernie Mac Show and his recent collaboration with Issa Rae creating HBO’s Insecure. Larry Wilmore has been an actor, comedian, producer, and writer for more than 25 years. Wilmore’s credits include writing for In Living Color, The Fresh Prince of Bel Air, and The Office. In 2001 Wilmore created The Bernie Mac Show for comedian Bernie Mac. The series ran for five seasons and earned Wilmore an Emmy Award and Peabody. Wilmore was a writer for Fox’s groundbreaking In Living Color and created The Bernie Mac Show. In 2016, Wilmore co-created HBO’s Insecure with writer and actress Issa Rae. The comedy series was recently renewed for a fourth season. Wilmore spoke about his career with actor John Merriman in front of a live audience at the Austin Film Festival’s Writers Conference. Clip of Bernie Mac courtesy of Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation Clip of The Original Kings of Comedy courtesy of Paramount Pictures Corporation Clip of The PJ’s courtesy of Touchstone Pictures & Television, a.a.d.o Disney Enterprises, Inc. Clip of An Evening at the Improv courtesy of A&E Network & TeleAmerica Entertainment, Inc. Clip of Insecure courtesy of Home Box Office, Inc. & Issa Rae Productions, Inc.

Need help figuring out the road to sustainability? Benoni Tagoe of Issa Rae Productions and The Bizz Plan shares the secrets to building a brand that lasts.  Benoni launched his career as assistant to the Jonas Brothers, and quickly became a part of the band’s day-to-day management team, developing a keen sense of entrepreneurship. Since then, Tagoe has produced content for both TV and New Media on platforms that have collectively garnered over 20 million views. Currently, Tagoeis the head of business development for Issa Rae Productions (The Mis-Adventures of Awkward Black Girland HBO’s ‘Insecure’). Additionally, Tagoe founded management & consulting company, The Bizz Plan, which works with various media brands, including Uninterrupted (LeBron James’ sports platform), beauty entrepreneur Peakmill, and financial expert Tonya Rapley. ON THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN: - What inspired Benoni as a child - Benoni's fascination with "not being forgotten" - Why Benoni dropped out of college - The connection between struggle & drama - Personal strengths realized - How Benoni built a relationship with Issa Rae - The secrets to growing an audience - Monetizing your content & platform - How to stay focused - Creating sustainability - Sending emails that get read - How to find the right clients - How to build traction Join in on the conversation on social (@dreamsindrive) and make sure to use the hashtag #dreamsindrive. Enjoy!  ***SPECIAL OFFER: GET 20% OFF YOUR SKINNY DIPPED PURCHASE BY USING THE CODE "DREAMSINDRIVE" ***: http://www.skinnydipped.com SHOW NOTES: www.dreamsindrive.com/benoni-tagoe SIGN UP FOR OUR WEEKLY NEWSLETTER - THE KEYS: www.dreamsindrive.com/join GET YOUR DREAMS IN DRIVE GEAR:www.dreamsindrive.com/shop FIND BENONI TAGOE ONLINE:Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/nonibizz FIND RANA ON SOCIAL: Instagram: http://instagram.com/rainshineluv Twitter: http://twitter.com/rainshineluv FIND DREAMS IN DRIVE ON:Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/dreamsindrive Twitter: http://twitter.com/dreamsindrive Web: http://www.dreamsindrive.com JOIN THE #DREAMSINDRIVE COMMUNITY: www.dreamsindrive.com/JOIN JOIN THE #DREAMSINDRIVE FACEBOOK GROUP: www.dreamsindrive.com/facebook

Issa Rae is doing it all. In addition to being the creator, co-writer and star behind HBO's "Insecure," she's also a bestselling author and has a popular YouTube channel garnering millions of views. After graduating from Stanford in 2007, she received a theater fellowship at The Public Theater and then worked odd jobs between business school and law school until her web series "The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl" went viral. Funded through Kickstarter, the web series went on to win the Shorty Award for Best Web Show in 2013. Issa discusses her journey to "Insecure" and how her determination helped her land a show on HBO. Follow Issa Rae on Instagram & Twitter: @IssaRae Like Issa Rae on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/issarae112 Check out Issa Rae Productions on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrtNuDTtMzVbxdROsT_D4HQ Issa Rae Presents: http://www.issarae.com/ Entrepreneur of the week: Adriana Epelboim-Levy, Founder of ALEPEL Learn more about ALEPEL: http://www.alepel.com Know someone who should be a featured Entrepreneur? Send your nominations to NoLimitswithRJPodcast@gmail.com Like what we're doing? Leave a review! ----> http://bit.ly/2ks4f90

Creative entrepreneur Benoni Tagoe stops by to pull back the curtain on his success as the creator of The Bizz Plan, the head of business development for Issa Rae Productions and a music industry thought leader. We chat about his work in music, digital entertainment, and business as well as depression, Fifty Shades of Grey, and why there's no future in frontin.