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Everybody Hates LAFrom the South Side to Center Stage: KJ Rose’s Playbook for High-Impact PerformanceBecome the star of your own life. In today’s episode we unlock the wisdom of KJ Rose, deemed the “Artist Whisperer” by Rolling Stone. From the south side of Chicago to becoming the most sought-after Global Artist Development & Performance Director, KJ’s career trajectory is nothing short of inspiring. Learn how she combines her expertise in performance psychology, mindfulness, and vocal coaching to help artists like Lil Nas X find their voice and own their stage presence.This episode covers:Stories from KJ’s work with Lil Nas X, Saweety, The Lumineers & moreGroundbreaking performanc...
2025-02-0443 min
Upodcaster StudiosRevelation Podcast : Unveiling the ApocalypseSend us a textThe episode delves into Revelation Chapter One, unraveling its rich symbolism, profound messages, and engaging discussions around the relevance of this biblical book today. By exploring key themes like the number seven, the portrayal of Jesus, and the historical context, the hosts highlight the importance of seeking understanding and embracing the message of hope woven throughout Revelation.• Insights revealed from the term "apokalipsis" • Exploration of the significance of the number seven in Revelation • Discussing the sensitive interpretation of "they which pierced him" • Vivid portrayal of Jesus in verses 13-16 •...
2025-01-0720 min
Upodcaster StudiosUnlocking Success with Devon Franklin: Harmonizing Faith and AmbitionSend us a textWelcome to The Harold Brothers Podcast! In this episode, we are honored to have the incredible Devon Franklin – a renowned producer, motivational speaker, and best-selling author. Devon shares his journey from the challenges of Hollywood to his groundbreaking successes in film, television, and publishing. Discover how he harmonizes faith and ambition to create uplifting, transformative content.Join us as we delve into Devon's inspiring story, career highlights, and invaluable advice for aspiring creatives and professionals. Whether you're looking to break into the entertainment industry or seeking motivation to pursue your dreams, th...
2024-06-271h 36
Upodcaster StudiosThe Mastermind Behind Kevin Heart's Heart Beat ProductionsSend us a textWelcome to another exciting episode of The Harold Brothers Podcast! This week, we have the immense pleasure of hosting Bryan Smiley, the dynamic Chief Content Officer of Heartbeat Productions, the powerhouse production company founded by Kevin Hart. Join us as we dive deep into Bryan's fascinating journey in the entertainment industry, his pivotal role at Heartbeat Productions, and the innovative and groundbreaking projects they are working on.🔹 In This Episode:Bryan Smiley's Career Path: Discover how Bryan climbed the ranks to become Chief Content Officer, his early influences, and the...
2024-06-271h 00
Upodcaster StudiosFrom TV One to Sony SVP: Lamar Chase's Secrets to Success and Style!Send us a textJoin us on The Harold Brothers Podcast as we interview Lamar Chase, the powerhouse who rose from Radio One to become the Vice President of Sony. In this riveting episode, Lamar reveals his secrets to staying consistent and building a robust network and shares top-notch fashion tips. Don't miss out on these invaluable insights that can elevate your career and personal style! Watch now for an inspiring journey packed with wisdom and advice.Subscribe for more inspiring interviews and success stories!Be sure to stay updated with the latest...
2024-06-121h 00
Everybody Hates LA20. Nurturing Voices of Teen Girls with WriteGirl Founder Keren TaylorExecutive Director Keren Taylor has dedicated her life to empowering young women through the power of writing. Step into the world of creativity as Keren walks us through her inspiring journey in developing Los Angeles-based non-profit, WriteGirl.
Keren and her team of mentors have achieved 100% acceptance rates into colleges, authorship of multiple books and journals, and global partnerships as they scale their outreach and commitment. Whether you’re a seasoned writer, professional email writer (like myself!), passionate advocate for women’s empowerment or simply believe in the power of storytelling, this episode offers a wealth of insight and i...
2024-06-0747 min
Upodcaster StudiosOld Hollywood is Dead New Hollywood Begins | Steve AdamsSend us a textJoin us in this riveting episode of our podcast as we sit down with Steve Adams, a celebrated producer and founding partner at Alta Global Media. We dive deep into the evolution of cinema, discussing the contrasts and transitions from Old Hollywood to New Hollywood, and speculate on the industry's future with the integration of Artificial Intelligence. Steve shares his invaluable insights on navigating the corporate ladder in the competitive world of Hollywood. Don't miss his behind-the-scenes stories from working on groundbreaking projects like "Avatar." This episode is a must-listen for anyone fascinated...
2024-05-101h 12
Upodcaster StudiosFrom the pulpit to Hollywood | Michael Kelly Participant MediaSend us a textMeet Michael Kelly, the Vice President of Impact at Participant Media, a mastermind blending media with social activism to ignite change. With a keen focus on climate change and human rights issues, Kelly crafts content that doesn't just speak to Gen Z and millennials—it mobilizes them. In this video, we dive into how Kelly's leadership at Participant Media transforms storytelling into a powerful catalyst for awareness and action. Discover how Kelly's work shapes a more informed, proactive generation, from groundbreaking documentaries to engaging campaigns. Join us as we explore the impact of me...
2024-04-261h 03
Upodcaster StudiosMastering the Art of Entertainment with Aisha Corpas WynnSend us a textn this riveting episode of "The Harold Brothers," we sit down with the esteemed Aisha Corpas Wynn, a visionary in the entertainment industry. Aisha shares her profound insights and personal anecdotes on climbing the ladder in a competitive field, revealing the key attributes that distinguish successful entertainment executives today. From embracing technology and innovation to understanding the evolving consumer landscape, Aisha discusses the crucial elements contributing to her success. Dive into this conversation to learn how resilience, adaptability, and forward-thinking can propel your career forward in the dynamic entertainment world. Join us for...
2024-04-261h 53
Upodcaster StudiosNavigating Hollywood Success with Nile EvansSend us a textJoin us on this compelling episode of The Harold Brothers Podcast, where we explore the intricacies of success, creativity, and resilience in Hollywood with the distinguished Nile Evans. Known for his groundbreaking work as a producer, Nile offers an insider's perspective on the entertainment industry, sharing the stories, strategies, and steadfast determination that have anchored his journey to stardom.In this episode, you'll discover:From Dreams to Reality: How Nile Evans charted his path from an eager dreamer to a celebrated Hollywood producer.The Craft of Producing is...
2024-04-261h 37Everybody Hates LA19. Think Happy with Meera AgarwallaThe pursuit of happiness begins at the core of one’s self. While most of us can probably agree on this fundamental truth, many of us struggle with building a foundation strong enough to withstand external triggers, the overwhelm of digital information at our fingertips and the need to belong by others over the need to belong to ourselves.
In today’s episode, we sit down with Meera Agarwalla to discuss her family’s mission to discover, define and develop happiness habits. Whether by yourself, or as a part of a team, she believes that overall well-being is our ultimate purpose...
2024-04-0152 minEverybody Hates LA18. A Series of Chance Encounters with Scott RosmanThere are no strangers in a world Scott Rosman lives in. His story is a series of chance encounters and committing 15% of his time to things that he knew would fail (hint: they didn't). This episode is a masterclass on networking, relationships, and relentlessly building the career you want.
With over two decades of experience under his belt, Scott is not your average entertainment exec. From his groundbreaking work at Complex to the launch of his own independent firm, Roz Records, Scott has been making waves in the music and brand partnerships scene like...
2024-03-251h 23Everybody Hates LA17. Culinary Chronicles: Tales from the Kitchen with George GearyHungry for some culinary inspiration? Get ready to feast your ears on our latest episode featuring LA’s culinary maestro, George Geary.
Cookbook author extraordinaire and all-around foodie sensation, George has a background as a former pastry chef for the Walt Disney Company and over 30 years of experience in the kitchen. We chat about his culinary adventures - from teaching sold-out cooking classes to sharing his expertise aboard luxury cruise lines, judging contests for major food manufacturers to leading mouth-watering culinary tours across America and Europe and 16 (that’s right, one-six!) bestselling cookbooks under his b...
2024-03-1854 minUpodcaster StudiosDiving Deep with Thabang Molaba and Arno Greef: Unraveling 'Blood & WaterSend us a textIn this special episode of The Harold Brothers Podcast, we have the pleasure of hosting Thabang Molaba and Arno Greef, the dynamic stars from the hit Netflix series Blood & Water. Join us as we dive deep into the making of one of the most talked-about South African teen drama series, exploring its themes, behind-the-scenes secrets, and the impact it has had globally.Thabang and Arno take us on a journey through their experiences on set, sharing personal anecdotes and challenges while bringing their complex characters to life. They discuss the cast's...
2024-03-131h 22
Upodcaster StudiosBuilding a Legacy Amidst Hollywood's Highs and Lows: A Conversation with Rodney Barnes"Send us a textIn this captivating episode of The Harold Brothers Podcast, we're thrilled to welcome the incredibly talented Rodney Barnes, a seasoned writer, producer, and an influential figure in the entertainment industry. Rodney takes us on an intimate journey through the labyrinth of Hollywood, sharing the riveting story of his rise, the challenges he's faced, and the lessons learned along the way.From his early days of aspiring to make a mark in the world of storytelling to becoming a key player behind the scenes of some of our favorite shows, Rodney opens...
2024-03-131h 27Everybody Hates LA16. Visualizing Your Inner Queendom with InPowerGet ready to be inspired and empowered like never before because this episode is an absolute game-changer! We've got two incredible guests who are all about unlocking your inner queen, setting boundaries, and lifting each other up.
Dr. Chantal Lunderville, a doctor and med spa expert, went from the world of academic medicine to owning and supervising over 15 spas, offering beauty services, injectables, and retail therapy. She's all about supporting wellness, balance, and fostering women business owners through her online courses, retreats, and conferences.
Ektha Aggarwal, the CEO of Shakti Therapy and Healing Services is all about healing the...
2024-03-111h 13Everybody Hates LA15. The Mindset Mentor, Rotem AlimaToday’s episode lives in the clouds, which is exactly where Rotem Alima’s head and dreams are. Rotem shares her courageous journey moving from Israel to the United States, discussing the process of joining a film school, overcoming setbacks put in her place from important influences and making a home in the City of Angels when support and friends faded away.
Her story is one of commitment, persistence and tenacity - not allowing any one person to diminish her dreams and what she’s set out to do: which is to change the world...
2024-03-041h 09Everybody Hates LA14. Hollywood Dreaming with Hazel Calderon & Garrison GrossThis episode is your golden ticket to unlocking the secrets of living your most epic life!
Get ready to be mind-blown as we dive into the extraordinary journeys of two incredible guests, Hazel Calderon and Garrison Gross, who are redefining the game in entertainment, spreading positivity, and making their dreams come true.
They get real about what it means to create - and be responsible for - content for kids and how they're making a difference with their creative projects. They also touch on the importance of kindness and how...
2024-02-261h 05Everybody Hates LA13. Paranormal Pursuits: Unveiling the Unseen with The New RealityThrill-seekers and paranormal enthusiasts unite! Get ready to dive headfirst into the unknown on this spine-tingling episode.
We've got some real ghostbusters in the house today, and they go by the name of New Reality. Shawn and Cody, hailing from sunny Southern California, are on a mission that's out of this world. Their goal? To investigate the unexplainable, uncover the supernatural, and get the goods on paranormal activity.
These two are like the Mulder and Scully of the modern era, but with way cooler tech gear! They're not here t...
2024-01-2247 minEverybody Hates LA12. Divine Feminine - you got me? with Miranda AmoraYou deserve to find intimacy and love from the inside out. You are worthy of serving love to yourself, liberating your feminine and remembering who you are. In today's episode, we speak with my intimacy coach, Miranda Amora, on what it means to desire and how feelings of want and need can liberate you to find wholeness and fulfillment. Spend an hour with us and see how this shows up to help self-love and your relationships.
Shop the collection: https://www.wethegoddess.com/
Thank you to the wonderful humans who make this possible.
Guest: Miranda Amora @miranda.amora
Music: Niki...
2023-12-2651 minEverybody Hates LA11. The Emotional Side of Healing with Tania BergerCaution: If you listen long enough, you might start to find joy in hardship.
Tania Berger is one of those humans who commits fast. She's the type to come through like a storm, fiercely bringing you alongside to join her experiences to find all chakra centers of the world, creating an oasis by the ocean... and, facing mortality due to back-to-back life threatening illnesses. Join us for a real conversation with this OC mom, as she shares her story of overcoming cancel, heartbreak, and inner child wounds while balancing her family's emotional and mental wellbeing. It begs one question: Who...
2023-12-261h 04Everybody Hates LA10. The Golden Age of HollywoodJoe Ackerman was many things, a self-taught photographer and family man just to name a few. His community described him as humble and generous. His neighbors were honored to be among such a talented photographer, though most thought it was just his passion. Born in 1916, Joe grew up in Oklahoma and eventually moved to Hollywood in 1941. His never-ending love and passion for film and celebrities started there - eventually acquiring over 5,000 autographs, all with a special story and a unique lens. He was a fixture of Hollywood studios. I'd argue he was the first version of a paparazzi before they...
2023-12-2645 minEverybody Hates LA9. LA Quickie: Embodying Marilyn MonroeDuring a business trip to New York, I found out that Marilyn Monroe once owned a condo down by East River. I called a taxi and made my way over there, only to be greeted by a front doorman who gently ushered me inside. Almost in disbelief, I walked in, got stuck by the elevator and ran out.
"I don't belong here."
Little did I know then that Marilyn felt the same way; escaping her past, looking for someone to save her, only to be tortured every night by...
2023-12-2622 minEverybody Hates LA15. Keeping Up with Katie HallerKatie Haller joins us from New York and she is bringing heat. Tune in (or tune out if you're easily offended) as we discuss Hinge prompts and our biggest pet peeves - a'hem - dudes who put their Instagram handle on Hinge when they're PRIVATE. Don't be that person. If you're wondering how a girl's brain works, this is it:
- Marketing & our current advertising industry
- Sobriety
- Depression
- Dating & being ghosted
- Mindfulness
...believe it or not, we do not talk about spirituality once. Yes, I know. Wild.
Thank you to the wonderful humans who make this...
2023-09-1313 minEverybody Hates LA10. The Many Lives of Comedian Dani LeonardComedian, producer, film maker, writer (the list goes on) Dani Leonard knows what it's like to ask the right questions. Follow Dani's journey from an inquisitive mind as a child, to building her production house and now creating Adult Sex Ed - the only real sex education you'll ever need.
Dani's journey is unique in that (well, for one, it's based in NY and not LA oops, don't hate me) she has helped so many other people make their dreams come true before diving into hers. Hear how Dani stays mindful about the projects she's working on and her role...
2023-07-1246 minEverybody Hates LA8. LA Quickie: Once Upon a Warner BrotherI can't believe we've been pushing this podcast out for six months! It's been so eyeopening to hear people's stories, fears and journeys as they navigated everything life, especially LA, has thrown at them. As we begin to evolve this podcast, we're bringing in a new quickie segment. And what better way to kick these off than with my FAVORITE business, ever? Our first quickie focuses on an instrumental immigrant family who came here from Poland. Entrepreneurs at heart, the Warner brothers entertained the working class and stayed committed to a vision even when things got hard. Who knew...
2023-07-0524 minEverybody Hates LA8. Racism in Circus with Noeli AcobaWhat happens when you leave everything to pursue your dreams, only to find out that your dream isn't what you thought it was? Our guest, Noeli Acoba, returned to the podcast - and this time she's not holding back. In the next hour, you'll learn about what it takes to make the cut, who makes the cut in a performance and what it's like for our black and brown friends in a space that's meant to be welcoming for all. Get your tissues ready because it's not what you think.
Noeli's infamous video: https://youtu.be/irvCWyIuvvI
Thank you to...
2023-05-161h 01Everybody Hates LA7. Pleasure Positive with Sexologist, ErosMy favorite part about being in LA is exploring all the different versions of YOU. Joining us today is certified sexologist, Eros, who specializes in eroticism, sensuality and BDSM. Her desire to connect humans deeper to themselves and other people manifests itself through sensuality workshops that introduce rope play, boundaries and aftercare. It’s more than just kink - it’s about exploration, acceptance and the ongoing search for self fulfillment and happiness.
Thank you to the wonderful humans who make this possible.
Guest: Diosa Eros @diosaeros_
Music: Niki Dawson @nikitheninja
Audio & Video: Oscar Armando @iamoscararmando
Vibes: UPodcaster @upodcaster
To follo...
2023-04-2757 minEverybody Hates LA6. Doing Less with Mar RodriguezGet ready to get your heart filled and mind blown with Southern California's favorite yoga instructor, Mar Rodriguez. In this episode we're spending time learning, shedding, uncovering and intertwining the art of mindfulness and body work to create the most authentic version of yourself.
And lots of laughing. Mostly laughing.
Yes, I kept almost all bloopers in here.
Here's to doing less and healing more. Here's to living life using your own manual and creating community within so you can develop love outside.
2023-04-111h 11Everybody Hates LA5. LA Transplants with Anna FarmerLeaving everything behind to begin a new life of freedom and creativity is the bravest (and scariest) thing you can do. Joining us today is Anna Farmer, Tennessee transplant who came to LA almost a decade ago. As Anna continues to find herself through craftsmanship and creativity, her dedication to creating a community has inspired hundreds of women across the city. Anna symbolizes the true magic of what it means to make your vision board come to life.
Thank you to the wonderful humans who make this possible.
Guest: Anna Farmer @amarie_f...
2023-03-1328 minEverybody Hates LA4. Nobody walks in LA with Donald LeeThe growth of Los Angeles was brought forward expressive architecture, diverse set of people and most importantly, technology that would change the 20th century and beyond. Cars are said to be the most influential part of human design and culture and we have guest expert Donald Lee on to discuss their relevance and impact on LA culture.
PS: Don't hate me for the audio on this episode. Your girl can't sit still. We're learning & we're grooving!
Thank you to the wonderful humans who make this possible.
Guest: Do...
2023-02-1351 minEverybody Hates LA3. Visualizing your future with Daizy Neri"Meet me in the desert" has a whole other meeting when it comes to Daizy Neri. Born and raised in the San Fernando Valley, Daizy's curiosity pushed her out of her small town bubble and into a vast world of careers, specialties and people. It was only after a tragic accident that Daizy realized her purpose in life was to bring communities together through healing, slowing down and pursuing your passions by asking for help. I'm grateful to share so many memories with this manifestation queen and can't wait for you to experience her lust for adventure, hidden gems...
2023-01-3048 minEverybody Hates LA2. Doing hot girl sh*t with Danielle ErvesCoffee, start-ups and jam farms - oh my! Yes, I said jam farms. Getting caught up in LA is too easy; evaluating yourself to see what "being an Angeleno" means to you is not. This is a story about how your environment helps you become you. Tune in to hear my conversation with a fellow annoying little sister, Danielle Erves. Dani is an incredible agency maven, empowerment mentor and fashionista. This is the story of validation, believing, and *ahem* love? Anything is possible, angels.
Thank you to the wonderful humans who make this possible.
2023-01-1652 min