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Making the MomentActivation to Acquisition: The $600 Million blueprint that helped Mielle become a Cultural ForceSend us a textWhat does it take to turn a beauty brand into a cultural phenomenon? In our season finale, host Aja Bradley Kemp sits down with Selina Davis- experiential marketing maven and the force behind Mielle’s unforgettable brand activations and the coveted pink bag.Selina shares her journey from talent manager to leading Mielle’s experiential strategy during its explosive growth and eventual acquisition by Procter & Gamble (P&G). We unpack how in-person experiences can drive exponential brand love and how global brands can stay cons...2025-07-101h 02
Making the MomentInnovate or Be Left Behind: Live Events that Beat the AlgorithmSend us a textIn the era of digital overload, how do brands earn real attention? In this episode of Making the Moment, host Aja Bradley-Kemp sits down with Kim Aimi, a visionary leader who's orchestrated some of the biggest global activations including Post Malone performing at the Louvre. As a self-described "brand lover and problem solver”, she takes us on a journey through her career, revealing the strategy, creativity, and resilience it takes to turn pressure into possibility.In this insightful conversation, Kim shares:How to transform co...2025-07-011h 17
Making the MomentTurning Cold Calls into Corporate Deals: LaTonya Story shares the Sports Power Brunch PlaybookSend us a textEver wondered how the most iconic events in sports come to life? In this episode of Making the Moment, host Aja Bradley-Kemp sits down with LaTonya Story, PR powerhouse and founder of the iconic Sports Power Brunch—one of the most sought-after events during Super Bowl week, celebrating the achievements of women in sports.LaTonya shares how she built her career from the ground up, starting with a cold call that landed her a role with Allen Iverson’s celebrity event and later evolved into her...2025-06-2457 min
Indieheads Podcast292: Music’s A Drag, Man! (ft. Reanna Cruz)
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On this episode, Matty, Violet and Max are joined by special guest Reanna Cruz as we look at music made by drag queens featured on RuPaul’s Drag Race.
Check out Reanna’s writing/podcasting/etc work: https://www.reannacruz.com/
Read about our favorite Brian Wilson/Beach Boys song: https://softsounds.substack.com/p/our-fa...2025-06-2400 min
Making the MomentWhen a Big Chop Becomes Big Impact: How Ava Pearl is building CurlyConLA through Authenticity, Culture & CommunitySend us a textWhat happens when a single haircut sparks a movement? In this week’s episode of Making the Moment, we talk to Ava Pearl, the visionary behind Curly Culture and CurlyConLA. From a musician’s pivot to community builder, Ava shares how she launched a powerful in-person experience that celebrates natural beauty, empowers creators, and fosters genuine connection in the curly hair space.Prepare to revolutionize your approach to events and community, as Ava reveals:Why building a thriving community event was her ul...2025-06-1745 min
Making the MomentGame-Changing Experiences: Creating Cultural Moments in the World of SportsSend us a textEver wonder how the roar of a stadium translates into tangible brand love? Or what it takes to make the Super Bowl a cultural moment? This week, we’re joined by Ashley Hamilton, Director of Event Location Strategy & Planning at the NFL, and the force behind some of the biggest cultural moments in sports.From NBA Championship parades to the Draft City Takeovers, Ashley shares how to:Infuse local culture into global events for deeper fan engagementPull off flawless, high-stakes brand activationsPosition you...2025-06-1039 min
Making the MomentBillionaires, Hip-Hop, and Human Connection: Aja’s Journey as a Moment MakerSend us a textIn this special solo episode of Making the Moment, host Aja Bradley-Kemp flips the mic and formally introduces herself—sharing her incredible career journey from MAC Cosmetics to founding the award-winning experiential agency, Conversate Collective.Aja opens up about the iconic moments that shaped her path, like working on the legendary MAC Viva Glam campaign featuring Mary J. Blige and Lil Kim, launching iconic celebrity sneaker collaborations for Reebok, and why a single, heartfelt interaction at...2025-05-2125 min
Making the MomentJoy is the Real ROI: Creating Brand Moments That Stick (Like Slime!)Send us a textWhat happens when a logistical nightmare turns into a major sign of success? This week on Making the Moment, we dive into the chaotic early days of Sloomoo Institute with co-founder Karen Robinowitz. She shares the wild story of their launch, where a massive ticket mix-up, that could have damaged their business, set the stage for a slime-filled empire built on joy.Karen breaks down how an unconventional concept rooted in play turned into a scalable, sticky brand with massive reach—and why families, especially ki...2025-05-1348 min
Making the MomentFrom Zero to SOLD OUT: Ashley Adana's Secrets to Event SuccessSend us a text From Weddings to World Stages: Ashley Adana on Producing Culture-Shifting Events In this episode of Making the Moment, host Aja Bradley Kemp sits down with powerhouse producer Ashley Adana, CEO of BEC Production, whose event planning journey spans nearly 15 years—from Atlanta weddings to global conferences and cultural tentpole events like InvestFest. Ashley shares how a high school reunion lit the spark for her career, why she transitioned out of weddings, and the lessons she’s learned producing events for industry giants like Rick Ross, Nehemiah Davis, and Dame Dash.2025-05-061h 03
Making the MomentZara's Million Dollar Secret: Tory Archbold's Retail RevolutionSend us a textEver wondered how Zara took Australia by storm and achieved a million-dollar launch day? Join Aja Bradley on Making the Moment as she uncovers the incredible story of Tory Archbold, the marketing powerhouse behind this retail phenomenon. Discover the surprising strategies and meticulous planning that fueled this unprecedented success and learn the insider secrets to creating a launch that truly captivates and converts.@toryarchboldofficial Want to Join and learn from Tory check out these links: Powerful Steps Los Angeles Business Retreat: https://powerful-steps.com/powerful-retreats-los-angeles/2025-04-2942 min
Making the MomentFrom Passion to Cultural Powerhouse - The Kicks & Fros Story w/ Melissa CarnegieSend us a textHow do you build a thriving community from the ground up? On the debut episode of Making the Moment, host Aja Bradley-Kemp welcomes Melissa Carnegie from Kicks and Fros. Discover the inspiring story of how Melissa's authentic passion for natural hair and sneakers grew into a vibrant community that empowers individuals and celebrates unique style. Learn about her journey of building Kicks and Fros and the power of turning your passions into something impactful. 🎧 Subscribe & Share If you...2025-04-2051 min
Making the MomentMaking the Moment {Official Trailer}Send us a textMaking the Moment, the podcast that brings you the untold stories, unfiltered insights, and big ideas from the architects behind the moments that matter.I'm Aja Bradley Kemp, and I've helped generate millions in revenue and billions of impressions by creating scroll-stopping moments for some of your favorite brands and celebrities.In each episode, my guests and I will show you how to design experiences that not only captivate audiences but also drive value for your organization. Whether you’re looking to build bu...2025-04-1400 min
Social Suplex Podcast NetworkWrestling Art w/ Chris Things Ep. 62 - MOTW w/ Brad: Dr Wagner Jr vs Atlantis & Aja Kong vs KAORUEpisode 62 is here pals! It's our Chris Things Art "Match of the Week" Edition w/ my dear friend Bradley, chattin' 2 of my favourite matches that we've watched of late, my illustrations of said matches, a bunch of Lucha talk & also a surprise little chat about Robert Eggers' Nosferatu! Those matches being that 2001 Dr. Wagner Jr. vs Atlantis CMLL classic (AGAIN!) & of course, the 'main event' of my most recent Wrestling Club in person event at Scratch, the year 2000's Aja Kong vs KAORU bout that likely has left quite the mark on all who've seen it!In my "La...2025-02-271h 10
Wrestling Art with Chris ThingsWrestling Art Ep. 62 - Chris Things MOTW w/ Brad: Dr Wagner Jr vs Atlantis & Aja Kong vs KAORUEpisode 62 is here pals! It's our Chris Things Art "Match of the Week" Edition w/ my dear friend Bradley, chattin' 2 of my favourite matches that we've watched of late, my illustrations of said matches, a bunch of Lucha talk & also a surprise little chat about Robert Eggers' Nosferatu! Those matches being that 2001 Dr. Wagner Jr. vs Atlantis CMLL classic (AGAIN!) & of course, the 'main event' of my most recent Wrestling Club in person event at Scratch, the year 2000's Aja Kong vs KAORU bout that likely has left quite the mark on all who've seen it!In my...2025-02-271h 10
Help Hole with Sofie Hagen and Abby WambaughThe Year of Less by Cait Flanders... And shopping and doing No Buy or Low Buy Years. NOTE: I (Sofie) refer to Aja Barber as Aja Barker - a very rude mistake from my end, I apologise profusely! Also I just learned that I also mispronounced her first name. I'm so so so sorry. MAIN SOURCEThe Year of Less by Cait FlandersCait Flanders' Substack about The Year of LessREFERENCESAdventures in Opting Out by Cait FlandersBuy Now on Ne...2025-01-311h 10
Artistic Finance166: Almost Ready To Invest with Aja M Jackson - Lighting DesignerLighting designer Aja M Jackson talks about finances as a freelancer and the importance of radical transparency when it comes to designer fees.
Topics:
⭐️ Financial habits
⭐️ Living modestly
⭐️ High yield savings accounts
⭐️ Building an financial cushion before investing
⭐️ Open sharing of finance details with colleagues
Video Version
https://youtu.be/33hlqOD1hWc
Full Interview
https://www.patreon.com/posts/166-almost-ready-113039463?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link
2024-10-0759 min
Flow StateFlow State Episode 241This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.flowstate.fmGood morning.Today’s mix opens atypically with Otto Benson’s guitar-led “Another Long Day.” We proceed with “Parade” from Hayes Bradley’s fantastic new album Recommence, and then excerpt two long tracks from AJA’s Ajasphères. There’s a novel instrumental jam from Argo Noff & Take Care, and then an epic composition from Toronja. Then we play through great jazz instrumentals by Mehldau, Nubya Garcia, Fantastic Man, and Greg Foat. We play something more upbeat by Al Wootton, DJ Sneak...2024-08-2005 min
Movie Deputy REVIEWSThe Hunger Games: Mockingjay Pt 2 (2015)War is brutal... This seems to wrap up the story but not in the way you'd expect. Come along, it's an adventure that must be experienced to be understood.
Original Review:
The war continues and the losses will be greater than ever before. Katnissﾠnow faces a battle at home as well as the one that rages on in the capital. Is Katniss ready for what the Mockingjay really means? The more she sees, the more sheﾠplots revenge against Snow. He has taken so much from everyoneﾠthat he must pay... She'll realize what it will...2023-11-2311 min
GAMETIME WITH SHAUNA GRIFFITHS. CONVERSATIONS WITH IMPACTFUL LEADERS.It's Never Too Late to Start Over
Need to start over? Want to start over? Afraid or nervous to start over?
If you answer yes to any of those questions - this episode of THIS. with Shauna Griffiths if for you!
We're grateful to bring you the remarkable Tory Archbold - Author, Founder & Director, Powerful Steps by Tory Archbold. She reveals parts of her own story and key learnings that enable her to create opportunities for leaders - LIKE YOU - find their ultimate power through a heart led skill set and the power of strategic story telling as they provide unique VALUE...2023-05-0241 min
Aja's & Claire Simone's Ketch A Vibe Show !Aja & Claire Simone's Ketch A Vibe 668 ShowWelcome along to another couple of hours of gorgeous music and of course it;s in the usual Jazzy,soulful,afro,spiritual,funky and leftfield way for the enjoyment of your ears and soul.Ebi_Soda_-_Soft_Peng_(JD._Reid_remix)Nicola Conte & Gianluca Peterella - Tribes (Fred P Reshape)Reel_People_Vanessa_Freeman_Emmaculate_-_Butterflies_(Emmaculate_dub)One51_-_Si_Weka_(Inner_Spirit_remix)EMAMKAY - When The Sun Rises [Only Good Stuff]Jelee - Oasis (ft. Mo Wrights)...2023-01-212h 00
The Monday Night Warfare PodcastEpisode 13: Everybody Has A PriceIntroducing a brand new wrestling podcast! The Monday Night Warfare Podcast has brand new episodes every Monday in both Audio and Video forms! On the Monday Night Warfare Podcast, JR Judy & Wade Skaggs take a look back and review the weekly television wars between WWF, WCW, and ECW!
On this week's podcast:
WCW Monday Nitro 11/13/95:
The WEIRDEST Hulk Hogan Promo (The One With The Sword)
"Macho Man" Randy Savage vs. Meng w/The Taskmaster Kevin Sullivan
Chris Benoit vs. Kensuki Sasaki
Chris Benoit Joins The Four Horsemen
WCW World Television Championship: Johnny B Badd vs. E...2022-08-151h 19
THRILLEDDari 'Actor' Menjadi 'Director'Guys, kalau lu baca judul episode kali ini, pasti lu nangkep ya. Kali ini, gue bakal cerita tentang sutradara-sutradara yang juga sebelumnya adalah seorang aktor. Tapi bukan berarti mereka berhenti jadi aktor lho ya.Ada 7 sutradara & aktor dalam list ini yang akan gue ceritain. Mereka adalah, Bradley Cooper, Jordan Peele, Orson Welles, Mel Gibson, Ben Affleck, Woody Allen & Clint Eastwood. Langsung aja yuk dengerin guys, --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thrilled/message2022-03-0731 min
The Souled Out ShowThe Souled Out Show February 3rd 20191 When I'm Gone (Alex Di Cio) - Daisy Hicks
2 Good Life - Rockie Robbins
3 Got To keep Movin On - Olga Makovetskaya
4 Be Right Here - Soul Messengers
5 The people - Abakan
6 Hope Has Arrived (Nigel Lowis)- Patti Austin
7 Fantasy - Dennis Taylor
8 Aja - Steely Dan
9 Let's Feel Good (M&M) - T Groove Ft Ania
10 Clap Your Hands - Dave Mascall Ft Georgie B
11 Happy Day - Paul Trouble Anderson
12 Unlimited Love - Chris Kingdon ft Rudi Wilburn
13 Fall In Love With You Anyway - ...2019-02-041h 59