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תוכן מסופק על ידי BRNDD Media, Donte Cotton, and Ronald James. כל תוכן הפודקאסטים כולל פרקים, גרפיקה ותיאורי פודקאסטים מועלים ומסופקים ישירות על ידי BRNDD Media, Donte Cotton, and Ronald James או שותף פלטפורמת הפודקאסט שלהם. אם אתה מאמין שמישהו משתמש ביצירה שלך המוגנת בזכויות יוצרים ללא רשותך, אתה יכול לעקוב אחר התהליך המתואר כאן https://he.player.fm/legal.
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The Unshakeables
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34:52George Esquivel started making shoes for himself and some friends, up-and-coming musicians in Southern California. Soon, Hollywood came calling. And it wasn’t just celebrities who took notice. A film financier did, too. He said he wanted to invest in the company, but George soon realized his intentions weren’t what they seemed. Join Ben and special guest host Kathleen Griffith as they speak to George about the rise of Esquivel Designs. Hear what a meeting with Anna Wintour is really like, and what happens when you’re betrayed by someone inside your company. These are The Unshakeables. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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תוכן מסופק על ידי BRNDD Media, Donte Cotton, and Ronald James. כל תוכן הפודקאסטים כולל פרקים, גרפיקה ותיאורי פודקאסטים מועלים ומסופקים ישירות על ידי BRNDD Media, Donte Cotton, and Ronald James או שותף פלטפורמת הפודקאסט שלהם. אם אתה מאמין שמישהו משתמש ביצירה שלך המוגנת בזכויות יוצרים ללא רשותך, אתה יכול לעקוב אחר התהליך המתואר כאן https://he.player.fm/legal.
Branded by dictionary definition in the commerce world means carrying the brand or trademark of a manufacture. In today’s world, the definition of a brand has opened up much more. Brand’s can be the label names we wear, the companies we support, down to our own individual selves. Join BRNDD hosts, Donte’ Cotton and Ronald James as they interview not just people behind the brands but also some of the influencers on these brands. Musicians, artists, athletes and store owners have created their own brand and we want to examine how these worlds collide. So tune in as BRNDD takes you inside the world of today’s creatives.
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×1 Episode 33: Cheresse Thornhill-Goldson and Liz Connelly 1:03:02
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1:03:02Donte and Ronald are joined by Cheresse Thornhill-Goldson (Design Director of Adidas S.E.E.D. and No Shoes Creative) and Liz Connelly (Co-founder and program manager of Adidas S.E.E.D.). The BRNDD duo get to chop it up with Liz and Cheresse about their history in design, forming the S.E.E.D. program and more! Highlights: 5:50 - Introductions 17:29 - What is Adidas S.E.E.D.? 20:15 - Taking a Leap of Faith 25:58 - Creating a Comfortable Space 31:39 - The moment of Clarity 33:56 - Getting into Adidas S.E.E.D. 38:00 - Age Ain't Nothing but a Number 42:34 - Working at the Brooklyn Farm 50:05 - The Favorites 55:33 - The BRNDD 10 Check out Cheresse and Liz's BRNDD 10 Playlist on Spotify: Cheresse: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4fGt7Obz4cWRn1OBih90hh?si=Nob41-kURIy4f3KJx3F_Lg Liz: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/78KPEK41I4YouHR77Esi3h?si=aVamPRkTS3y2FBLefOLe7w Visit http://brnddpodcast.com/ to subscribe to the podcast, listen to past episodes, and find out about future projects! Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/brnddpodcast https://www.instagram.com/brnddpodcast https://twitter.com/brnddpodcast…
1 Episode 32: Dexton Deboree 1:13:23
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1:13:23Dexton Deboree is a filmmaker and branded content creator who has worked with the likes of Nike and Jordan Brand. He's also the founder of Falkon, a creative production agency. Ronald and Donte sit down with Dexton to talk about his journey into becoming a director, working with Will Smith, his Unbanned: The Legend of the AJ1 documentary and more. Time Stamps: 6:21 - Finding Sports 12:03 - Moving from Athlete to Artist 17:41 - From Cigar Talk to Commercial Work for Jordan Brand 32:20 - Unbanned: The Legend of the AJ1 38:24 - The Importance of Minority Storytelling 48:45 - Will Smith's "Best Shape of My Life" 58:19 - Favorites 1:01:43 - The BRNDD 10 Check out Dexton's BRNDD 10 Playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/46gdlUkr9xXSIcSfQ2ONje Visit http://brnddpodcast.com/ to subscribe to the podcast, listen to past episodes, and find out about future projects! Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/brnddpodcast https://www.instagram.com/brnddpodcast https://twitter.com/brnddpodcast…
Numa Perrier is a creative whose artistry extends to curation, acting, producing, directing and beyond. Her devotion to authenticity and quality has insured that she is a staple in the entertainment industry. Her movie Jezebel , distributed by Ava Duvernay's Array, is now streaming on Netflix. Highlights: 0:00 Intro / Catch Up 22:06 Numa Perrier Introduction 28:15 BLACK + SEXY TV 41:42 Smilf and Frankie Shaw 48:09 When did you first start creating? 52:30 Jezebel, Sex Work, and its relevance 1:17:48 Queen Sugar 1:18:52 Black People are Light 1:24:17 Jordan Peele A.K.A. "Boyfriend Jordan" 1:28:03 The Perfect Find, Blood Mother and Toxic 1:35:19 Which artists are on Numa's radar? 1:41:53 House of Numa 1:43:03 The Favorites 1:47:15 BRNDD 10 Playlist 1:50:22 Closing / Parting Words To Creatives Check out Numa's Toxic Edition BRNDD 10 Playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/46gdlUkr9xXSIcSfQ2ONje Visit http://brnddpodcast.com/ to subscribe to the podcast, listen to past episodes, and find out about future projects! Follow us: https://www.facebook.com/brnddpodcast https://www.instagram.com/brnddpodcast https://twitter.com/brnddpodcast…
1 Episode 30: Jazerai Allen-Lord 1:48:44
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1:48:44Jazerai is a Sneaker Strategist, Designer and writer from California living in New York. She's worked with the likes of Reebok to put out her own shoe and is featured on Lena Waithe's Sneaker docu-series "You Ain't Got These" now streaming on Quibi. Highlights: 4:07: Blue Chucks 7:19: The Birth of Sneaker Internet 9:30: The Challenges of being a woman in to Sneakers 13:50: The Club C x Jazerai 25:59: Sneaker Mom 28:30: "You Ain't Got These" 32:45: Lena Waithe 34:58: Working with Reebok 44:03: the importance of Women Empowerment 47:40: Kicks on Fire 55:28: Life after KOF 1:04:21: Being "That Bitch" 1:08:00: The Wall of Fame 1:21:06: The Favorites 1:37:00: The BRNDD 10…
Tommie Battle is a professional photographer who got his start shooting sneakers for fun and Baltimore Night life in college. Over the years he's progressed to shooting for the MLS in New York, podcasts and more. Highlights: 3:50: Life in Quarantine 6:25: sneakers and Kodak cameras 13:06: radio is dead 21:17: The Smoking Section and Early Blog Days 24:54: Going off Instinct vs. Technique 27:42: Taking a break from photography 34:54: Nike Talk to Twitter 45:03: picking the Camera back up 57:07: The Favorites 1:10:30: The BRNDD 10…
1 Episode 28: Jacques "Kustoo" Slade 57:16
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57:16Jacques Slade is one of the biggest personalities in Youtube Sneaker media. His video of his tour of Michael Jordan's famous Illinois Mansion recently hit 16 million views. Donte and Ronald talk to Jacques on how he went from a music teacher to where he is today. Highlights: 3:11: Who is Jaques Slade 6:10: Kicks on Fire Days 14:32: Jacques first video 18:24: Quality vs. Content 20:29: Can't smell your own roses 27:24: The Brands are Watching 31:35: The Future of Sneaker Media 34:09: Working Outside of Youtube 39:50: The Last Dance 41:48: Technology in sneakers 44:28The Favorites 47:00: The BRNDD 10…
1 Episode 26: Patrick Horvat 1:47:38
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1:47:38Another episode from the BRNDD vault, Ronald brings on his good friend Patrick Horvat. Born in Upstate and working around the world, Patrick has worked with brands from the NHL to the NBA. Highlights: 5:56: The B-More Flea 8:10: Upstate, NY and Graffiti 10:20: I fooled them... 12:05: Syquest and Photoshop 18:03: Post-College Tetris Disorder 21:34: I Fooled them again... 26:41: the NHL Days 30:28: Creating a design language and identity 37:09: the challenge of being creative 43:11: The Nike Years, Hong Kong 50:12: Australian Shark Attacks 55:20: International Sneaker Releases 59:53: The Under Armour years 1:05:10: signing UA athletes(possibly)- 1:10:00: Favorites…
From the unreleased archives; The Co-hosts of the BRNDD podcast caught up with Arvay Adams, Designer and creative behind This Sporting Life. They talk about his days at Phat Farm to having beef with HBO and everything in between! Highlights 2:00 - Ronald and Donte' recap what they've been up to 8:26 - Introduction of Arvay 12:14 - from Woodlawn to New York 14:02 - Skateboards & tees in L.A. 18:34 - the Phat Farm Days 21:25 - The birth of This Sporting Life 23:26 - L.A. Living 26:12 - the Secret Behind Design 31:13 - Bethlehem Steel and the importance of Story telling 35:00 - Coming Back East 38:00 - The Change in Baltimore Streetwear Scene 46:00 - The Business of Being Fresh 52:36 - Working with Russell Simmons 53:54 - Black Ice 59:00 - Chain Stitching 1:01:05 - God is in the Details 1:03:06 - The Favorites 1:12:30 - The BRNDD 10…
1 Episode 24: Currency Michaels 1:35:53
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1:35:53Donte' and Ronald catch up with an old friend, Michael Haskins Jr. Better known as Currency Michaels. Michael is the owner and founder of Currency Studios, a staple brand in Baltimore, established back in the late 2000's. They got a chance to talk about the history of Baltimore Streetwear, break down old industry beefs and more! Highlights: 4:15: The Legend of Garth 12:12: "The Cool" 16:57: Baltimore to Ball Harbor 22:33: Building a Legacy Brand 29:27: Respect Your Wealth 37:15: PedX and Gentai 48:06: The importance of a team 55:23: Helping by not helping 59:57: Ronald vs. the Baltimore Sun 1:03:19: Reconciliation and understanding 1:09:24: Seeding and Celebrities 1:14:36: The stages of being a Creative 1:20:57: Creating Spaces and the future 1:23:51: The Favorites 1:25:57: The BRNDD 10…
1 Episode 23: Season 2 Wrap-Up 1:04:42
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1:04:42Ronald and Donte' reflect on the podcast up until the last released episode and what happened in life in between. Highlights 2:50: The Pensole/Portland Experience 9:20: What's next for BRNDD? 12:03: Kaepernick vs. Trump 13:49: Because the Internet 13:35: Goals for BRNDD 19:20: Behind the process 24:54: Keys to Building for the Future 36:00: room for improvement 40:56: the Social Media Matrix 44:51: Cops and Drops 54:26: Favorite Podcast moments 56:45: Future Guest wishlist 59:53: The Favorites…
D'Wayne Edwards is the founder of Pensole Footwear Design Academy, located in Portland, OR. He's spent over 30 years in the industry, from working with Tupac and Biggie at Karl Kani to working with the GOAT, Michael Jordan. After spending 10 years working at Jordan, D'Wayne decided to start a school for footwear designers to help the next generation and has established one of the top schools in the world for Footwear Design. Donte' not only got to learn under him but interview him for the podcast. Listen as Donte' and D'Wayne talk about the journey that led D'Wayne to Portland. Highlights: 0:30: The Beginnings 3:58: Baseball Cards to Sneakers 5:10: the Reebok Design Competition 7:30: Fast food to Footwear 12:05: Footwear meets Hip-Hop 15:33: The Advent of Sity and Skechers 16:58: The Transition to Nike/Jordan 20:41: Meeting Jordan 23:33: The Nu Retro II 24:21: Melo and the .5 Series 29:33: Designing Signature Jordans 31:29: Innovation and “The Experience” 37:11: Founding Pensole 45:28: How to Attend Pensole 47:30: The Future of Pensole 51:53: Bringing Industry Technology to Pensole 54:07: The Favorites Pensole's Website: http://www.pensole.com/ Instagram: pensole_academy Twitter: @pensole_academy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pensole.footwear.design.academy/ BRNDD Podcast: Website: debonairmaterial.com E-Mail: brndd@debonairmaterial.com Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/brnddpodcast Twitter: @BRNDDPodcast Instagram: @ brnddpodcast facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brnddpodcast/ Ronald James' Twitter and Instagram: @whoisronjames…
Blake Thomas is one of the best freelance photographers on the wrestling circuit. He has worked with the likes of; Mia Yim, Veda Scott, NXT's Nikki Cross and Baltimore Legend, Ruckus. Over the years, he's also gotten into management and production for different leagues across the nation. Ronald and Donte' catch up with Blake to talk about his story and ultimately striving to work for the WWE. Highlights: 9:21: Power of Friends Motivating Friends 10:33: Humble Beginnings 14:20: The Evolution of Love for Wrestling 21:45: What Makes a Good Wrestling Match 31:40: Watching the Growth of Your Friends 35:42: The Importance of Supporting Friends 44:52: Burnout 47:15: Who's Next in the Game 51:50: Attending Youtube University 55:29: The Favorites 1:03:02: The BRNDD 10 Contact Blake: Twitter/Instagram: @itsbliz BRNDD Podcast: Website: debonairmaterial.com E-Mail: brndd@debonairmaterial.com Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/brnddpodcast Twitter: @brnddpodcast Instagram: @brnddpodcast Ronald James Twitter and Instagram: @whoisronjames…
1 Episode 20: BRNDD Live: BCMakes Series for BCPL 1:06:21
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1:06:21Baltimore County Public Libraries invited our hosts Donte' Cotton and Ronald James to host one of their Inspire Nights to talk about BRNDD, how they started the podcast, what's it like being a creative and what challenges they faced, and what makes them successful. Highlights: 2:22 - What is Podcasting? 5:06 - Inspiration 7:00 - Trials and Tribulations 10:12 - Success Stories 14:20 - What is Debonair Material? 18:47 - What Inspired the Podcast? 24:22 - Streetwear: Mastered 27:01 - Production Challenges 32:01 - Scheduling Issues 34:18 - The Art of Following Up 35:25 - How to Create and Maintain a Strong Circle 37:13 - Fight through the Challenges 43:24 - Use Your Resources 47:04 - Baltimore Comedy Festival 50:40 - Pensole Academy 53:31 - Q & A Segment BRNDD 10 Playlist: BRNDD Podcast: Website: debonairmaterial.com E-Mail: brndd@debonairmaterial.com Facebook Fan Page: www.facebook.com/brnddpodcast Twitter/Instagram: @BRNDDPodcast facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brnddpodcast/ Ronald James Twitter and Instagram: @whoisronjames…
1 Episode 19: Pierre and Jamyla Bennu 1:40:43
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1:40:43Pierre and Jamyla Bennu are the owners of Oyin Handmade and Exit the Apple. This New York couple migrated to Baltimore over a decade ago and have been a thriving part of the scene ever since. Jamyla being the brains behind Oyin's natural products and Pierre being an all-around artist, the two have an amazing story. They were fortunate enough to celebrate their 18th anniversary sharing their story with us. Highlights: 9:35 18 years, 18 years! 12:52 I make stuff; I do art 15:09 discovering of Fullness of self 21:44 The Creative Process 25:32 What is Oyin Handmade 31:00 Shea Butter Twitter represents 37:03 Ethics and Integrity 42:26 The Dream Hammer 46:30 The Original Netflix 48:28 From New York to Baltimore 53:21 Exit[ing] the Apple 1:02:20 The Culture Ambassador 1:05:14 The birth of Bennu 1:08:23 the Growth of Oyin and Exit the Apple 1:17:25 Hip-Hop is like Buddhism 1:21:46 The BRNDD 10 & Favorites BRNDD 10 Playlist: Exit the Apple's: Instagram: exittheappleartspace Twitter: @exittheapple Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/exittheapple/ Website: http://exittheapple.com/ Oyin Handmade Website: oyinhandmade.com Instagram/Twitter: @oyinhandmade Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oyinhandmade/ Jamyla's Twitter/Instagram: @heyJamyla BRNDD Podcast: Website: debonairmaterial.com E-Mail: brndd@debonairmaterial.com Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/brnddpodcast Twitter: @ DebMaterial Instagram: @ debonairmaterial facebook: www.facebook.com/DebonairMaterial/ https://www.facebook.com/brnddpodcast/ RSVP for BRNDD Live: July 13th: https://www.facebook.com/events/1293084974112947/ Ronald James Twitter and Instagram: @whoisronjames…
Ivan Martin is a Duval, FL transported to Maryland via the Navy. He's a working comic, teacher and Festival founder. He's done shows up and down the sea board and has had some great experiences with other rising comics such as Quincy Jones and Jordan Rock. Ronald and Donte' talk to Ivan about his journey as well as his upcoming Baltimore Comedy Festival! Highlights: - 4:10: I'm happy...and broke - 5:56: What was your 1st hit joke? - 10:39: Stepping into new comedy territory - 16:50: the Hypocrisy of Black Comedy - 21:01: the importance of a good crowd - 27:06: The love of the art - 29:56: Morality in Success - 34:42: Young Gifted Niggas - 38:49: Technology and live comedy - 44:38: Hecklers - 47:37: Enjoying contemporaries - 48:46 Baltimore Comedy Festival - 55:22: How media covers Baltimore Comedy - 58:10: Meeting Comedian Quincy Jones - 1:02:59: The BRNDD 10 Ivan's Website: http://comedianivanmartin.weebly.com/ Baltimore Comedy Fest: http://www.baltimorecomedyfest.com/ BRNDD Podcast: Website: debonairmaterial.com E-Mail: brndd@debonairmaterial.com Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/brnddpodcast Twitter: @ DebMaterial Instagram: @ debonairmaterial facebook: www.facebook.com/DebonairMaterial/ https://www.facebook.com/brnddpodcast/ RSVP for BRNDD Live: July 13th: https://www.facebook.com/events/1293084974112947/ Ronald James Twitter and Instagram: @whoisronjames…
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1 Episode 17: Dino Hatfield(of Baltimore Sneaker Show) 2:00:13
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2:00:13Dino Hatfield has become a pioneer in the age of sneaker news. He has broken numerous stories, from the Yeezy 650 first ever leaks to the Jordan 8 releasing and informing the world a whole year before it's release. He has taken his social platform and set himself apart from any other outlet available. With the help of his team, 7 years ago, he also established Baltimore's Premier sneaker event, the Baltimore Sneaker Show. A show with so much buzz, that Under Armour has given the event its own shoe collab. Donte' and Ronald sit down with Dino and break down all this and more. Highlights: 3:45: How'd it Start 8:00: The importance of Safety and Insurance 13:54: First show that almost didn't happen 20:50: The Culture of Collecting 27:42 The Rise of Sneaker Twitter 31:38: The Evolution of Sneaker Copping 34:57: The Art of Storytelling & the Rise and Fall of Nike SBs 39:22: Galaxy Foams and the Peak of Sneaker Hype 40:38: Baltimore Sneaker Show x Under Armour 48:26: Confidence x Research = Success 52:04: The end of the Under Armour beef 55:23: 7 for 7 59:00: The Power of Nike: Fusions vs. Countdowns 1:05:12: Kanye's influence on Sneaker Design 1:10:42: Supreme and the Era of Collabs 1:19:19: Being First vs Being Right 1:21:30: Dino vs. Adidas 1:38:26: Dino "the Scammer" Saga 1:39:36: Dino Vs. Nike 1:42:55: The Sneaker News to Trump all Sneaker News Dino's Twitter & Instagram: @BaltsneakerShow BRNDD Podcast: Website: debonairmaterial.com E-Mail: brndd@debonairmaterial.com Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/brnddpodcast Twitter: @ DebMaterial Instagram: @ debonairmaterial facebook: www.facebook.com/DebonairMaterial/ https://www.facebook.com/brnddpodcast/ RSVP for BRNDD Live: July 13th: https://www.facebook.com/events/1293084974112947/ Ronald James Twitter and Instagram: @whoisronjames…
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1 Episode 16: Ericka Blount Danois 1:38:29
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1:38:29Ericka Blount Danois is an award winning author who has worked as a staff writer, editor, freelancer, and stringer for a number of publications including: Spin, The Washington Post, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, ESPN The Magazine, Sports Illustrated, Vibe, and The Source. She also has written a non-fiction book on the history of Soul Train, entitled, Love, Peace and Soooooouul! The BRNDD hosts caught up with her to talk about her career over the past couple decades; from interviewing Pac to meeting former Cuban President Fidel Castro. Highlights: 15:01: Behind the Scenes of All Eyez On Me and Rooming with Benny Boom 23:40 Journalistic fairness and the story behind Little Melvin 29:45 Working for Vibe and Covering Nas before illMatic 38:32 Writing for the Legendary Source 41:38 The world of Freelance Writers 44:29 Writing Love, Peace and Soooooouul! 51:25 the Transition from Traditional Print to Digital and Blogs 54:26 Black Comedy 1:02:15 Unsung Stories and Charlie Murphy 1:08:28 Sports Figures and 30 for 30 1:11:52 Interviewing Fidel Castro 1:17:18 Fake News 1:23:00 Where Were you When Prince Died? 1:30:41 The Impact of Love Peace & Soul 1:32:28 Advice to Upcoming Writers; is it still fun for you? Ericka's Website: http://www.erickablount.com/ Love, Peace & Soul Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/lovepeaceandsoul/ Purchase Love, Peace & Soul: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/love-peace-and-soul-ericka-blount-danois/1114718203?ean=9781480341012 BRNDD Podcast: Website: debonairmaterial.com E-Mail: brndd@debonairmaterial.com Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/brnddpodcast Twitter: @ DebMaterial Instagram: @ debonairmaterial facebook: www.facebook.com/DebonairMaterial/ https://www.facebook.com/brnddpodcast/ RSVP for BRNDD Live: July 13th: https://www.facebook.com/events/1293084974112947/ Ronald James Twitter and Instagram: @whoisronjames…
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1 Episode 15: Sam Smith(Of New Vintage by Sam) 59:29
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59:29Sam is is a business owner, mother, wife and creative director, all of which she is successful with. She She owns New Vintage by Sam, an apparel and accessories company, Sam Styled you, a personal styling company as well as her mommy blog, Dressed in Motherhood . Coming from a corporate background, she decided she needed more to feel fulfilled in life. Join Ronald and Donte' as they talk with Sam about being an Entrepreneurial mommy and how to handle it all. Highlights: 5:40 - The Psychology of Self Image 8:32 - The Transition into being a business owner and its Difficulties 11:42 - The balance of Motherhood and Business 16:36 - Movies that inspire Fashion 18:44 - Indie is the Wave of the Future 21:02 - Music and How is Spurs Daily Inspiration 26:30 - What is Dressed in Motherhood & advice for Entrepreneurial Mommies 34:30 - The Importance of breaking Societal Norms & Black Love 41:30 - The Favorites 45:11 - Get Out, The Commercialism of Black Culture, & White Mediocrity Sam's Dressed in Motherhood Blog: https://dressedinmotherhood.wordpress.com/page/2/ Instagram: @newvintagebysam/SamStyledYou Website: http://www.newvintagebysam.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewVintagebySam/ https://www.facebook.com/TheStyleStrategist/ BRNDD 10: Playlist: BRNDD Podcast: Website: debonairmaterial.com E-Mail: brndd@debonairmaterial.com Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/brnddpodcast Twitter: @ DebMaterial Instagram: @ debonairmaterial facebook: www.facebook.com/DebonairMaterial/ Ronald James Twitter and Instagram: @whoisronjames…
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1 Episode 14: Kalilah Wright(of Mess in a Bottle) 1:20:21
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1:20:21Kalilah Wright is the founder of mess in a bottle. A company that makes inspirational shirts and packages them in a special bottle. The brand has been going strong a little over a year now and has even been recognized by the likes of Mark Cuban. Ronald and Donte' kick off the episode talking briefly about Kalief Browder's story, and his music with his cousin, under the crew name Catch the fade. Then Ron gets into how he met Kalilah at Under Armour and she speaks on her architecture background. She also speaks on how she came up with Mess in a Bottle over a year ago, and how she started with designing baby furniture and apparel(7:31). The BRNDD hosts also get her to talk about her New York roots and attending Art and Design High School, and why she chose the architecture route initially over apparel and how she got back into it(11:31). Ronald transitions the conversation into how social media helps her business and how she developed her social currency(14:30). Then the three speak on her experience meeting Mark Cuban on The Harry Show a nd sharing her dream of being interviewed by Oprah(15:41). She also shares her difficulty of running a business by herself and bringing in a staff(19:48). Ron also gets her to speak on how she balances herself and her positive energy with the help of her Therapist friend(24:40). Kailiah gets personal and talks about the importance of her family and how they inspire her as well(33:37). Winding down, Kalilah talks about becoming an author and what others can do to chase her dreams(38:55). Kalilah's A Mother's Dream Book Page: https://www.facebook.com/kwritebooks/ Instagram: @messinabottle Website: https://www.messinabottle.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amessinabottle/ BRNDD 10: Playlist: BRNDD Podcast: E-Mail: brndd@debonairmaterial.com Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/brnddpodcast Twitter: @ DebMaterial Instagram: @ debonairmaterial facebook: www.facebook.com/DebonairMaterial/ Ronald James Twitter and Instagram: @whoisronjames…
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1 Episode 13: Brian (of Creative Culture Lifestyle) 2:08:44
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2:08:44Ronald and Donte' are back for Season 2 with a 2-hour premiere! Creative Culture lifestyle is a brand started by Brian in 2016 that focuses on black males' beards with a line of natural care products. They've been featured on news channels from Baltimore to Philly, sold in several beauty supply stores across the state of Maryland and their online presence is ever-growing. This year, Brian be launching his non-profit H.U.S.T.L.E.R. and all that and more is discussed in this episode. Before the episode starts, Ron announces he's going to London for a week, the two talk about traveling and announce more information about their first live event(3:30)! The conversation starts off when Brian talking about growing his beard in corporate America and being concerned about it until he saw his white counterparts be able to do so(8:24). Then the conversation leads into Brian explaining why African Americans need his product and why the products cater to them. Brian also talks about his school days, from selling Lil' Mike Mixtapes in High School(13:15), to selling t-shirts at Morgan St. University. He also talks about how he was always driven to be in sales but never illegally and how "risk-reward" played into it. Brian also discusses the importance of reputation for not only yourself, but your business as well(26:08). The conversation leads into Brian explaining the issues of selling a natural product and how he built a support system through his women audience and friends such as Baltimore Political figures Nick and Marylin Mosby(34:50). Brian's Instagram: @creativeculturelifestyle Website: https://www.creativeculturelifestyle.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/creativeculturelifestyle/ Twitter: @CCLBeardButter BRNDD 10: Playlist https://play.spotify.com/user/brnddpodcast/playlist/5yRRyJWnYskOkkaiyI1bHK BRNDD Podcast: E-Mail: brndd@debonairmaterial.com Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/brnddpodcast Twitter: @ DebMaterial Instagram: @ debonairmaterial facebook: www.facebook.com/DebonairMaterial/ Ronald James Twitter and Instagram: @whoisronjames…
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1 Episode 12: Joey Malinski(of ATB Productions) 47:15
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47:15Joey Malkinski is a Brooklyn Park, MD native. growing up with a love of film, he always pursued his dream of directing and producing visual content. Ronald and Donte' sit down with the creative behind the company, Across the Bridge Productions and break down how he got to this point. The BRNDD hosts go over the beginnings with Joey, from him starting his own class in high school and how he felt the need to move to NY to start his career(6:34). After moving to New York, Joey got the opportunity to be able to work with Justin Timberlake and Ciera, for their "Love, Sex, Magic" video(8:42). From there, he speaks about feeling the need to come back home and bring some of the projects back to Baltimore(9:30). The BRNDD hosts also get Joey to expound on working with the great Wally Pfister(cinematographer for The Dark Knight Trilogy and Inception ), Def Jam and even working on Future's I'm Just Being Honest documentary (10:53). The show leads into ATB's future and what Joey wants it to stand for. From envisioning Baltimore being the East Coast Portland to and ATB being one of the city's major video content exporters(18:01). He also talks about how they currently do work for Comcast, have some viral PSAs and an upcoming commercial for March Madness(23:42) and gives advise on how to get into production and how you could possibly work for ATB(25:40). Joey Malinski's E-Mail: joey@atbproductions.com Twitter: @JoeyMalinski Instagram: @atbproductions ATB Productions' Website: atbproductions.com BRNDD 10: Playlist BRNDD Podcast: E-Mail: brndd@debonairmaterial.com Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/brnddpodcast Twitter: @ DebMaterial Instagram: @ debonairmaterial facebook: www.facebook.com/DebonairMaterial/ Ronald James Twitter and Instagram: @whoisronjames Donte Cotton Twitter and Instagram: @ Cotteonsmooth…
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1 Episode 11: Jerrill Sankey(of Creative King) 1:18:20
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1:18:20Donte' and Ron are back again. This week they caught up with Jerrill Sankey, the owner of Creative King. Jerrill crafts his hats by hand, from scratch. A unique aspect in an industry where everything is manufactured and mass produced, Creative King exists in a space of its own. In the span of a few years, the head of Creative King went from a Public School Janitor to a recognizable, internationally sold brand. Before they get into the interview, Donte' and Ron speak about the art of freelancing(1:05). Then Ron tells the story of seeing Creative King for the first time(7:15) and allows Jerill to tell us how long his journey has been, moving to Maryland and being inspired by 90's hip-hop fashion, like Roc-a-Wear and FUBU (11:00). The conversation leads into dealing with criticism and how it helps personal and business growth(16:22). He also talks about the transition from janitorial work to working at Sewlab USA(25:15). To rap it up, the three talk about the future of Creative King; from working on being carried in Dover Street Market and Opening Ceremony, expanding the brand to bags and building the team(42:33) Creative King's Website: http://www.creative-king.com/ Twitter: @creativekingllc Instagram: @creativekingllc BRNDD 10: Playlist https://play.spotify.com/user/brnddpodcast/playlist/7ALKJzJhJtdctoouneP5GR BRNDD Podcast: E-Mail: brndd@debonairmaterial.com Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/brnddpodcast Twitter: @ DebMaterial Instagram: @ debonairmaterial facebook: www.facebook.com/DebonairMaterial/ Ronald James Twitter and Instagram: @whoisronjames Donte Cotton Twitter and Instagram: @ Cotteonsmooth…
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The BRNDD podcast has reached double digits! To celebrate, they bring on one of their most successful guests to date. Two-time New York Times Best selling Author, Editor-At-Large for Salon.com, and contributor to a hosts of publications; from ESPN, to Rolling Stone, to the New York Times, D. Watkins. Ron sparks off the conversation with asking D to speak on the moment he realized it was important for someone to speak on black culture from the inside, opposed to other outlets controlling the narrative(6:38). D. also speaks on how things like police brutality affected his writing experiences and how he didn't even think reading was for him growing up, being only exposed to white literature. Later, D. Speaks on getting into Johns Hopkins for his Masters, being inspired to write and submitting his work to 500 agents before getting his first deal(20:55)! He also speaks on the process of getting his work out through essays such as Too Poor for Pop Culture, which had over one million hits in one day. This lead to a three hour wait for his first book deal(24:34). D. also speaks on planning his future projects, and how hard it is to release a book when he's working on writing for movies such as; Mike Brown's biopic, a possible Netflix series and Jada Pinkett-Smith's directorial Debut(50:45). He ends the podcast by being the first guest to ever give his BRNDD 10 playlist live(1:12:35)! D. Watkin's Website: http://d-watkins.com/ Salon.com Articles http://www.salon.com/writer/d_watkins/ Twitter: @dwatkinsworld Instagram: @dwatkinsworld BRNDD 10: Playlist https://play.spotify.com/user/brnddpodcast/playlist/3vyfxlj7LBpQtudLMNx4jb BRNDD Podcast: E-Mail: brndd@debonairmaterial.com Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/brnddpodcast Twitter: @ DebMaterial Instagram: @ debonairmaterial facebook: www.facebook.com/DebonairMaterial/ Ronald James Twitter and Instagram: @whoisronjames Donte Cotton Twitter and Instagram: @ Cotteonsmooth…
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1 Episode 9: Brian Bomster-Jabs 1:13:28
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1:13:28Ron and Donte' are back with their first podcast with a guest for the year. They sit down with Brian Bomster-Jabs A.K.A. Bomster-Jabs Studio. They dive right into it and talk about being stereotyped being an adopted Korean raised in Baltimore(4:06). Brain also talks about what inspired his art and how he chose art at a young age by way of a traditional Korean custom(8.10). They also how he went from learning how to paint in high school, transitioning to college and feeling the pressure of being an art student with no job(14:53). Bomster speaks on being able to go back to Korea and teach for two years and meet his biological family(28:05). He then talks about returning home, grinding and getting his art on Nicekicks.com(34:04), landing a job painting murals for Baltimore Raven, Eugene Monroe via facebook(37:10) and how being born with a cleft palette inspired him to give back to Operation Smile which changed his life(41:13). Bomster's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BomsterJabsStudio/?fref=tsInstagram: Instagram: @bomsterjabs_studio BRNDD 10: Playlist https://play.spotify.com/user/brnddpodcast/playlist/6edGi2HffLTlgLruJYmxdc BRNDD Podcast: E-Mail: brndd@debonairmaterial.com Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/brnddpodcast Twitter: @ DebMaterial Instagram: @ debonairmaterial facebook: www.facebook.com/DebonairMaterial/ Ronald James Twitter and Instagram: @whoisronjames Donte Cotton Twitter and Instagram: @ Cotteonsmooth…
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1 Episode 8: Best of '16, Welcome to '17 1:39:12
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1:39:12The BRNDD podcast is back for 2017! Ron and Donte' sit down and discuss their absence, how they spent the holidays(1:09) and what they are looking forward to in 2017 along with the official announcement of Debonair Material Media(10:14). Also, the two highlight their favorite moments from 2016. Listen to some of their favorite moments from guests; Jordan C. Jackson(25:15), Beya Likhari(29:27), Harrison Davis of For Rent Shoes(32:01), Sun Zulu(37:39), Reed BMore(42:16), Daniel Biltmore of MSSL CMMND(47:42), and Fraizer of City of Gods(53:18). The two wrap up the show by going over their favorites; podcasts(1:13:31), shows(1:24:42), actors(1:29:01) and comedians(1:32:40). You'll finally get to hear the hosts give their BRNDD 10 lists(1:35:33)! BRNDD is ready for the new year and we took some time to get you warmed up for the rest of season 1 of this amazing show! BRNDD Podcast: E-Mail: brndd@debonairmaterial.com Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/brnddpodcast Twitter: @ DebMaterial Instagram: @ debonairmaterial .com facebook: www.facebook.com/DebonairMaterial/ Ronald James BRNDD 10 Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/user/brnddpodcast/playlist/3VWhNjg4p0ZuV2wbTCtgjA Twitter and Instagram: @ RonIsUnthawed Donte Cotton BRNDD 10 Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/user/brnddpodcast/playlist/7i9MbD1tn4tgsPpqt49HnR Twitter and Instagram: @ Cotteonsmooth…
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1 Episode 7: Fraizer (of City of Gods Shop) 1:51:00
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1:51:00City of Gods has become a pillar in Baltimore. Not only have they created a staple for themselves in the fashion department but also the community aspect. From their Conscious Book Club to feeding the homeless on Thanksgiving. We sat down with part of the creators of the brand to talk about C.O.G. beginnings and how they became such a strong pillar in East Baltimore. Donte' and Ronald sit down with Fraizer to talk about their book club, community service, Team City of Gods basketball team and more. The Morgan St. graduate by way of New York started with a booth at Towson mall and turned his dream into a store and brand. Listen as Fraizer breaks down how winning the heart of the community saved the brand during the uprising, race relations in today's time and everything related to fashion. Fraizer's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegodsneverdie/ Instagram: @godsneverdie website: http://city-of-gods-shop.com/ BRNDD Podcast: E-Mail: brndd@debonairmaterial.com Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/brnddpodcast Twitter: @ DebMaterial Instagram: @ debonairmaterial .com facebook: www.facebook.com/DebonairMaterial/ Ronald James Twitter and Instagram: @ RonIsUnthawed Donte Cotton Twitter and Instagram: @ Cotteonsmooth…
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1 Episode 6: Daniel Biltmore(Of MSSL CMMND) 1:36:59
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1:36:59From working with musical legends to traveling the world. Daniel Biltmore has done a lot in his lifetime. Donte' and Ronald sat down with Daniel to tell his story, the highs and the lows of his DJ Career. Daniel Biltmore is 1/2 of the Duo MSSL CMMND, the other being Chad Hugo of The Neptunes. Daniel talks about how the two became friends, going to Virginia to work with the Neptunes and traveling the globe with Chad DJing amazing sets. From Abu Dhabi to Hip-Hops first Banaroo jam session, Dan's seen a lot and he talks about it all. Listen as Dan goes from a college DJ with now Hot97's Peter Rosenberg to the top of the musical world and back. Daniel Biltmore's Twitter/Instagram: @danielbiltmore BRNDD Podcast: E-Mail: brndd@debonairmaterial.com facebook Group: facebook.com/brnddpodcast Twitter: @ DebMaterial Instagram: @ debonairmaterial .com facebook: www.facebook.com/DebonairMaterial/ Ronald James Twitter and Instagram: @ RonIsUnthawed Donte Cotton Twitter and Instagram: @ Cotteonsmooth…
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Reed BMore is one of Baltimore's most unique street artists. While many of his friends and peers are known for tagging walls, he's mastered a different craft, wire bombing. Known for hanging his works in a busy intersection on traffic lights so everyone that rides by sees his work, Reed Bmore has been featured on the local news, designed pieces for Tyler the Creator, and lead him to meet Chance the Rapper. Listen as Ron and Donte' learn the story of Reed Bmore along with you. Reed BMore's BRNDD 10 Playlist: open.spotify.com/user/brnddpodcas…mkdSGc1LKgHVKu2a Instagram: @reedbmoreart Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReedBmoreArt/ BRNDD Podcast: E-Mail: brndd@debonairmaterial.com facebook Group: facebook.com/brnddpodcast Twitter: @ DebMaterial Instagram: @ debonairmaterial .com facebook: www.facebook.com/DebonairMaterial/ Ronald James Twitter and Instagram: @ RonIsUnthawed Donte Cotton Twitter and Instagram: @ Cotteonsmooth…
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Sun Zulu is a Baltimore born and bred Emcee and Producer. He has traveled the country with great indie acts such as Blu and J*Davey. He's also a youth mentor and supporter of the city. The BRNDD hosts sit down with Sun to talk about growing up in Baltimore, finding music at a young age and his inspirations from anime to Wu-Tang. The trio also discuss today's trend in hip-hop, recording in the same space Chance the Rapper recorded his first projects and more. Sun Zulu's BRNDD 10 Playlist: https://exit.sc/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fopen.spotify.com%2Fuser%2Fbrnddpodcast%2Fplaylist%2F6KE3onmkdSGc1LKgHVKu2a Twitter: @Sun_Zulu Instagram: @thesunzulu website: http://thesunzulu.com/ BRNDD Podcast: E-Mail: brndd@debonairmaterial.com facebook Group: facebook.com/brnddpodcast Twitter: @DebMaterial Instagram: @debonairmaterial.com facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DebonairMaterial/ Ronald James Twitter and Instagram: @RonIsUnthawed Donte Cotton Twitter and Instagram: @Cotteonsmooth…
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Harrison Davis is the owner of For Rent Shoes Baltimore, a top streetwear boutique in Baltimore established in 2013. Since its opening it has become an integral part of Baltimore's fashion scene. Housing exclusive brands you can't find anywhere else in the city. Ron and Donte' sit with Harrison to discuss how bringing an image boutique to Baltimore was a new, challenging experience; how the riots affected his business, how the store has become a part of Baltimore and the overall good and bad of what it takes to run a fashion spot. Harrison Davis' BRNDD 10 Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/user/brnddpodcast/playlist/5 1HmvZ8fN6Olhr7jUDerjl Twitter & Instagram: @LifeinHDD website: http://www.frsbmore.com/ For Rent Shoes Social Media: @frsbmore BRNDD Podcast: E-Mail: brndd@debonairmaterial.com facebook Group: facebook.com/brnddpodcast Twitter: @DebMaterial Instagram: @debonairmaterial.com facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DebonairMaterial/ Ronald James Twitter and Instagram: @RonIsUnthawed Donte Cotton Twitter and Instagram: @Cotteonsmooth…
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