This episode of the Next Up podcast features the core production team of NextGen Network. Marlon, Kalista, and Jamie discuss their backgrounds and how they met sharing their experiences working at GameStop, their love for video games, the Internship program at their church, and their career journeys in the film and production industry. The conversation also touches on topics such as human trafficking, the process of upgrading the podcast setup, passion for their work and their commitment to providing high-quality content, the importance of being genuine and trustworthy and why it’s important to have direct and honest communication. They also explore the qualities of a good leader and the importance of empowering and surrounding oneself with talented individuals. The conversation delves into future plans and the desire to make a positive impact through storytelling and community upliftment.
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⏰ Timecodes ⏰
00:00 Introduction and Team Introductions
01:39 Meeting at a church internship
03:13 Opportunity and Gratitude
04:12 Working at GameStop
05:24 Success and Hiring Women
07:30 Jamie's Backstory
09:02 Playing World of Warcraft
09:43 Moving to California and Working for Kabbalah
11:44 Working for GVWIRE and Going Undercover with Vice Unit
15:05 Addressing Human Trafficking
18:34 Reuniting and Working at NextGen Network
23:44 Upgrading Podcast Setup
28:38 Improving as a Leader
35:06 Marlon's Character and Trust
42:48 The Importance of Being Genuine and Trustworthy
47:19 Leadership and Future Plans
48:13 Qualities of a Good Leader
51:40 Expanding Beyond K-12
53:03 Telling Uplifting Stories and Making a Positive Impact
