Dec 26, 24

Celebrating Excellence: Black Media Professionals Montage Compilation

29 mins

Dive into a captivating montage compilation showcasing the brilliance of five outstanding Black media professionals, each bringing their unique perspectives and expertise to the forefront. Join us as we highlight memorable moments from our podcast episodes featuring:

Ronald Young Jr.: Prepare to be inspired by Ronald Young Jr.'s insightful commentary and compelling storytelling as he navigates the realms of media with finesse. Listen to the full episode here.
Grouchy Greg Watkins: Get ready to delve into the world of hip-hop and media with Grouchy Greg Watkins, whose passion and knowledge shine through in every conversation. Listen to the full episode here.
Stevan 'Vegas' Smith: Embark on a journey through the entertainment industry with Stevan 'Vegas' Smith, whose expertise and charisma make for a captivating listen. Listen to the full episode here.
Lisa Durden: Brace yourself for thought-provoking discussions and unapologetic commentary with Lisa Durden as she fearlessly tackles issues within the media landscape. Listen to the full episode here.
Maxx Myrick: Get ready to explore the depths of radio and music with Maxx Myrick, whose wealth of experience and passion for the industry are truly infectious. Listen to the full episode here.

Don't miss out on this enriching compilation celebrating the voices and contributions of Black media professionals. Tune in now for a dose of inspiration and enlightenment.

Host: Rob Lee
Music: Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard and TeTresSeis.
Production:

Produced by Rob Lee & Daniel Alexis
Edited by Daniel Alexis
Show Notes courtesy of Rob Lee and Transistor

Photos:

Rob Lee photos by Vicente Martin for The Truth In This Art and Contrarian Aquarian Media.
Guest photos courtesy of the guest, unless otherwise noted.

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Creators and Guests

Host

Rob Lee

The Truth In This Art is an interview series featuring artists, entrepreneurs and tastemakers in & around Baltimore.

Guest

Grouchy Greg

Founder, @allhiphopcom, 1996. News stories cited by CNN, NYTimes, TMZ, Radar, Yahoo, etc.

Guest

Lisa Durden

🎤Former @chasingnews #APlusPanel Contributor, TV Personality, Pop-Culture Expert, Content Creator, Filmmaker. https://t.co/2GR2PkhP7S

Guest

Maxx Myrick

Marconi and Billboard award winning air personality and radio programmer with over 40 years of experience providing content in New York, Chicago, Atlanta and Washington, DC on local and national level at Sirus XM Satellite Radio. Music historian and curator, podcast producer, concert promoter and talent agent with extensive relationships in broadcast, music, entertainment and film industries. Expert at startup and building of radio stations and conveying brands across multiple digital platforms. Thorough knowledge of blues, jazz, early rock n roll, soul and r&b genres. Writer and brand consultant specializing in marketing and influencing the African American market.

Guest

Ronald Young Jr.

Ronald Young Jr. is a critically acclaimed audio producer, host, and storyteller, based in Alexandria, VA. He is an avid pop-culture enthusiast and the host of the television and film review podcast Leaving the Theater. He is also a regular contributor to NPR’s Pop Culture Happy Hour as a guest panelist. He has hosted shows such as Pushkin’s Solvable and HBO Docs Club, from Pineapple Street Studios. Selected as Vulture Magazine podcaster to watch, 2023, his newest show Weight For It, tells the vulnerable stories of fat folks and folks everywhere who think about their weight constantly. He is passionate about social justice and equity and recently helped to tell historical and present accounts of black folks throughout American history with his work on Seizing Freedom from VPM, and Black History Year from Pushblack.

Guest

Stevan "Vegas" Smith

Broadcast and Digital Media Professional Formerly @WNYC @wbgo @WEAA889 - Morgan State University Grad/HBCU🤎 #SANKOFA