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Don't Be Alone with Jay KogenKenya Barris Credits Jay with The Disappointing Parts of His CareerKenya Barris talks about his messy childhood, the do’s and don’ts of the writer’s room, laying low during covid, Larry David making Kenya take the leap to star in a show, raising kids better than our parents, running a writer’s room is like conducting music, making podcasts with Malcolm Gladwell, being pals with Jonah Hill, Eddie Murphy putting points on the board, the pleasure and importance of dressing well, and having people around you who can tell you, you suck. Bio: Kenya Barris is an award-winning writer, producer, director and actor, whose innovati...2025-06-1048 min
3Q3Q Episode Sixty Nine: Nicole PlantinNo matter where you are in your career, you’ll benefit from listening to 3Q. 3Q provides a window into the careers of some of the best in the music business. Every episode is an insider's view of the realities of life as a music executive. Topics include issues of empowerment, uncertainty, trust, finances, etc; issues that will impact you both personally and professionally. The executives we interview represent every aspect of the industry including but not limited to A&R, Marketing, Music Supervision, Artist Management, Promotion, and more.
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DJ Drama’s Gangsta Grillz PodcastEpisode 9: PHARRELL.DJ Drama sits down with Pharrell to discuss their mixtape collaboration, In My Mind the Prequel, as well as Pharrell’s rise from Virginia to international, Grammy winning superstar. Pharrell opens up about memories in Atlanta with T.I. and BMF, his inspirations, and one regret in music.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2023-07-2032 minDJ Drama’s Gangsta Grillz PodcastEpisode 8: 2 CHAINZ.DJ Drama sits down with 2 Chainz to discuss their project, T.R.U. Realigion, Lil Wayne surprising 2 Chainz with the song, “Duffle Bag Boy,” and how hip-hop is like wrestling and high school.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2023-07-2034 minDJ Drama’s Gangsta Grillz PodcastEpisode 7: FABOLOUS.Fabolous and DJ Drama talk about Fabolous’ rise on the New York City mixtape circuit through appearances on DJ Clue mixtapes. They also discuss releasing mixtapes on the holidays, aging gracefully, and whether it’s worse to be called an “unc” or an “OG.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2023-07-2032 minDJ Drama’s Gangsta Grillz PodcastEpisode 6: LIL WAYNE.DJ Drama sits down with the legendary Lil Wayne to discuss Wayne’s approach to mixtapes, Wayne’s classic mixtape series, Dedication, and who could stand a chance against him in a Verzuz (hint: nobody)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2023-07-2037 minDJ Drama’s Gangsta Grillz PodcastEpisode 5: T.I.DJ Drama sits down with T.I. to discuss their fateful meeting, T.I.’s classic Gangsta Grillz mixtape, Down with the King, and how Tupac, Ice Cube, and Queen Latifah inspired his move to acting.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2023-07-2032 minDJ Drama’s Gangsta Grillz PodcastEpisode 4: JEEZY.Jeezy and DJ drama talk about the role that classic mixtapes like Tha Streetz iz Watchin and Trap or Die played in Jeezy’s rise from selling music in the streets of Atlanta to releasing a multi-platinum Def Jam debut album. They also discuss working with industry titans like LA Reid, Diddy, and Jay Z.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2023-07-2034 minDJ Drama’s Gangsta Grillz PodcastEpisode 3: WIZ KHALIFA.DJ Drama sits down with Wiz Khalifa to discuss the role mixtapes played in Wiz’s rise from local Pittsburgh artist to having the second longest running rap single in America. They talk about Wiz’s classic mixtapes - Kush and OJ, Cabin Fever, and Taylor Allderdice - his Taylor Gang label, and his generation of rappers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2023-07-2033 minDJ Drama’s Gangsta Grillz PodcastEpisode 2: TYLER, THE CREATOR.Tyler the Creator and DJ Drama talk about their Grammy winning Gangsta Grillz album, Call Me if You Get Lost. They also discuss Tyler’s influences - Q-Tip, Native Tongues, and Pharrell - and Tyler’s place in hip-hop.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2023-07-2044 minDJ Drama’s Gangsta Grillz PodcastEpisode 1: KENYA BARRIS.In this quick sit down, DJ Drama and Kenya Barris talk about the history of the Gangsta Grillz mixtape series, the legacy of mixtapes in hip-hop, and the similarities between what DJ Drama does as a producer and what Kenya does as a writer.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.2023-07-2011 minDJ Drama’s Gangsta Grillz PodcastTrailerBefore rap music made its way onto the radio, mixtapes reigned as the primary means of distributing the genre. It was in 1996 that a young and talented DJ Drama made his debut in the mixtape scene with "Iladelph," a remarkable release that showcased Black Thought of the legendary Roots. Fast forward 25 years, and DJ Drama has transformed into a Grammy-winning hip-hop producer, record executive, and tastemaker earning himself the well-deserved moniker of "King of the Mixtape." Throughout his illustrious career, he has released a series of groundbreaking mixtapes that have not only disrupted the music industry but have also...2023-07-2001 min
How I Got GreenlitScreenwriting in the Streaming Era Q&A | Anthony Jaswinski & Chap TaylorOur series of roundtable discussions continues with a Q&A session featuring writers Anthony Jaswinski and Chap Taylor unpacking the state of their craft in the era of digital streaming content.Writer and Producer, Anthony Jaswinski wrote the summer sleeper hit (and box office success) The Shallows starring Blake Lively and Mary starring Gary Oldman and Emily Mortimer. Additionally, Anthony wrote Area 51 for Sony and Atomic Monster with Colin Minihan attached to direct, as well as Sentinel for Atomic Monster with Michael Chaves attached to direct. His script The French Quarter Will Not Be Sp...2023-06-291h 03
How I Got GreenlitAnthony Jaswinski | Part 2Welcome to Part 2 of our conversation with Anthony Jaswinski.
Writer and Producer, Anthony Jaswinski wrote the summer sleeper hit (and box office success) The Shallows starring Blake Lively and Mary starring Gary Oldman and Emily Mortimer. Additionally, Anthony wrote Area 51 for Sony and Atomic Monster with Colin Minihan attached to direct, as well as Sentinel for Atomic Monster with Michael Chaves attached to direct. His script The French Quarter Will Not Be Spared was sold to Lionsgate with The Picture Company and Khalabo Ink Society producing, and he recently sold his spec script The Ascent to Netflix wi...2022-08-0941 min
How I Got GreenlitAnthony Jaswinski | Part 1Writer and Producer, Anthony Jaswinski wrote the summer sleeper hit (and box office success) The Shallows starring Blake Lively and Mary starring Gary Oldman and Emily Mortimer. Additionally, Anthony wrote Area 51 for Sony and Atomic Monster with Colin Minihan attached to direct, as well as Sentinel for Atomic Monster with Michael Chaves attached to direct. His script The French Quarter Will Not Be Spared was sold to Lionsgate with The Picture Company and Khalabo Ink Society producing, and he recently sold his spec script The Ascent to Netflix with Lynn Harris and Matti Leshem producing.
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Dead Pilots SocietyEpisode 41: Special Executive Episode w/ Jamila Hunter (ABC Network, Khalabo Ink Society)No dead pilot this month, but we have something special instead! On this episode we get to hear a network executive's side of the story. Andrew sat down with television comedy executive, Jamila Hunter. Jamila was the Senior Vice President of ABC Comedy before leaving to head up Kenya Barris's production company at Netflix. In this interview, you'll hear her speak openly about running a network comedy department... What it's like to hear 10 to 12 comedy pitches every single day for months...The number one thing she looks for in a pitch... Embarrassing mistakes writers make and how to avoid...2019-08-291h 17