Stevan "Vegas" Smith

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In this episode of The Truth in This Art, host Rob Lee engages in a conversation with Stevan Smith, a seasoned public media professional. They discuss Stevan's journey in the industry, his love for radio, and the importance of representation in podcasting. 🎙️🔊 Episode Highlights:Stevan's background in jazz radio and his journey in public media (00:00:21) 🎷📻Stevan's experience working in the radio industry and the impact of his mentors (00:01:17) 🎙️🤝Stevan's early influences in music and his love for soul, R&B, and hip hop (00:05:44) 🎵❤️The connection between hip-hop and jazz music and Stevan's decision to pursue a career in radio broadcasting (00:06:08) 🎶📻Stevan's internship at WEAA and his experience hosting the Strictly Hip Hop show (00:09:46) 🎤🎧Stevan's transition to WBGO and his role as traffic manager (00:19:30) 🚗🎙️Stevan's move to WNYC and his role as assistant program director (00:23:05) 🏙️🎚️Stevan's decision to become the chief content officer at WBGO and his goals for the station (00:25:28) 🤔📈The challenges and opportunities in the podcasting industry and the importance of representation (00:28:41) 🎤🌍Stevan's podcasting project, My Little Podcast, and his focus on highlighting diverse content creators (00:39:43) 🌈Key Takeaways:The journey of Stevan Smith, from interning at WEAA to becoming the Chief Content Officer at WBGO, showcases the importance of gaining hands-on experience and staying committed to one's passion. 🚀The podcasting industry is oversaturated, but creating meaningful and relatable content can still attract a loyal audience. 🌐Stamina and consistency are key in podcasting, as well as understanding and catering to the needs of the target audience. ⏰Check out Stevan Smith's podcast, My Little Podcast, to hear inspiring interviews with creative individuals from diverse backgrounds.Website: stevansmith.comSocial Media Links:Facebook: Stevan SmithInstagram: stevan_radiowavTwitter: @Stevan_RadioWavLinkedIn: Stevan Smith🌟 If you enjoyed this episode of The Truth in This Art and found it insightful, we would greatly appreciate it if you could take a moment to rate and review the podcast. Your feedback helps us improve and reach more listeners who can benefit from these conversations at the intersection of arts, culture, and community. 🌟Additionally, if you would like to support the podcast and help us continue bringing you engaging content, please consider becoming a patron on our Patreon page. Your contribution will go a long way in sustaining the show and allowing us to bring you even more amazing guests and discussions.Thank you for your support and for being a part of The Truth in This Art community! 🙌* this interview was conducted in December 2023.