Best Courtney Benjamin Podcasts (2024)

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Below the Line: How might our new, more diverse parliament change Australia and the Asia-Pacific? – podcast 39:55

2+ y ago39:55

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Right from the outset, it is clear Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s agenda is very different to his predecessor Scott Morrison’s – from emphasising his commitment to fighting climate change to foreign leaders in Tokyo, to displaying the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags at his Parliament House press conferences. In this final episode of …

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Below the Line: Has Australia’s political landscape changed forever? – podcast 32:52

2+ y ago32:52

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Politics can be slow-moving, until all of a sudden it isn’t. As political scientist Simon Jackman says in today’s episode of Below the Line, “politics is very non-linear. You get these steady, secular trends in voter sentiment, and then you’ll have that breakthrough election where that will convert into seats”. 2022 was that breakthrough election. …

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Below the Line: A Facebook executive explains the last-minute election battle on social media – podcast 40:23

2+ y ago40:23

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What do One Nation’s Pauline Hanson and Labor’s Tanya Plibersek have in common? They are both winning the battle for eyeballs on social media, says a top Facebook official. In the final episode before polling day of our election podcast Below the Line, our regular panel talks to Mia Garlick, Facebook’s Director of Policy in Australia and New Zealan…

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Below the Line: What might happen to the major party that loses the election? – podcast 36:50

2+ y ago36:50

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An existential moment for the Liberal party? Another female leader for Labor? In this episode of our election podcast Below the Line, our expert panel talk us through what might happen to the major parties if they do not win government. Led by award-winning broadcaster Jon Faine, the panel talks through the potential configurations of the next fede…

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Below the Line: What issues are politicians ignoring this election? – podcast 31:49

2+ y ago31:49

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Channel Nine’s leaders’ debate on Sunday night may have been a “shouty, unedifying spectacle”, but Scott Morrison and Anthony Albanese will do it all again on Wednesday evening on Channel Seven. Why? In the latest episode of our election podcast Below the Line, our panel of experts explain that our political leaders are under pressure to persuade v…

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Below the Line: How much are the parties spending on ads? And how come One Nation’s Townsville candidate lives in Melbourne? – podcast 29:35

2+ y ago29:35

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On Monday May 9, early voting centres will open and Australians can start casting their votes for the federal election. Increasing numbers of Australians are choosing not to line up for their democracy sausage on election day, opting instead to get it out of the way beforehand. In 2019, about 40% of Australians either voted early by visiting a pre-…

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Below the Line: Will different cultural groups favour one side of politics this federal election? – podcast 38:25

2+ y ago38:25

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Is there any such thing as the so-called “ethnic vote” in a country as multicultural as Australia? Do different cultural groups favour one side of politics over another? For instance, in Victoria’s most marginal seat of Chisholm, will the Hong Kong-born Liberal MP Gladys Liu be advantaged by the Chinese diaspora living in her electorate? In the lat…

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Below the Line: Former independent Cathy McGowan hits back at John Howard’s ‘anti-Liberal groupies’ jibe – podcast 32:53

2+ y ago32:53

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Former independent federal MP Cathy McGowan has hit back at John Howard’s description of independent candidates as “anti-Liberal groupies”. In this Below the Line exclusive, McGowan says the former Prime Minister’s use of the term was clearly meant to be derogatory. “I suspect someone has given it to him,” she said. “It doesn’t bring to mind the ca…

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Below the Line: Albanese has COVID, but Morrison is ‘blessed’ with an even bigger problem – podcast 27:15

2+ y ago27:15

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AAP Image When tennis superstar Dylan Alcott’s post rebuking the Prime Minister for his clumsy “blessed” comment is outperforming election news stories on social media, you know the leaders’ debate didn’t go as hoped for the Coalition. Scott Morrison effectively lost a day of campaigning on Thursday, which he largely spent apologising to disability…

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Below the Line: Will anyone watch the Morrison vs Albanese debate? And will a transphobia debate divide the Liberals? – podcast 27:18

2+ y ago27:18

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Remember those classic lines that have come out of election debates? Recall 2013 when Tony Abbott asked the audience, “Does this guy [Kevin Rudd] ever shut up?” Or Bill Shorten in 2019 describing Scott Morrison as a “classic space invader?” Or back in 1993 when Paul Keating told John Hewson his costing of the proposed GST was like “a magic pudding?…

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Below the Line: Does George Christensen’s defection spell a win for One Nation? And are Australian parties ‘lazy’? – podcast 26:12

2+ y ago26:12

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George Christensen, the maverick Liberal-National Party member from far north Queensland, dropped the pre-Easter bombshell that he is no longer heading for retirement but joining One Nation. Today, the Below the Line podcast team unpack what this means for the major parties’ prospects in that seat and for the election result. Joining our host, awar…

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Below the Line: What role will gender play in the federal election campaign? – podcast 24:33

2+ y ago24:33

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When will Prime Minister Scott Morrison call the election? And could this be the long-awaited campaign when women take the driver’s seat? In the second episode of our new election podcast, Below the Line, our expert panel delve into the High Court’s involvement in the election’s timing and its likely impact on the Coalition vote. After we finished …

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Below the Line: Introducing The Conversation’s new election podcast, hosted by Jon Faine 24:20

2+ y ago24:20

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From the polls to party spin to election promises, Below the Line is a limited-edition podcast unpacking party lines and policies during the 2022 Australian federal election campaign. Hosting the conversation is award-winning broadcaster and former ABC Melbourne mornings presenter, Jon Faine, now a Vice Chancellor’s Fellow at the University of Melb…

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Bringing Artists to the Boardroom - Episode #28 w/ Latoya Cooper 1:45:55

2+ y ago1:45:55

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Latoya Cooper has helped many black women in music soar with her program Music Meets the Boardroom. We talk the business of music, strategic moves, Latoya Coopers career and so much more. Great opportunities for artists. So much game and some insight on trademarks.... Follow Latoya Cooper on IG: @latoya_cooper_the_songstress #Music&Profits #Podcast…

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Married Couples Working Together in the Music Industry - Episode #27 w/ Yin & Yang 1:37:13

3y ago1:37:13

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You ever wonder whats its like to work together with your spouse in the same industry. Checkout this great duo making a name for themselves in hip hop showing how you can build together and have balance. Yin & Yang are a married couple out of Texas; making Austin proud. Like Share and subscribe as we take a music and marriage journey with Yin & Yan…

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THE WORK BEHIND GETTING YOUR ARTISTS TO THE BIG STAGE - Episode #26 w/ DERRICK MCKINNEY 51:35

3y ago51:35

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Houstons' own Loud Muzik Ceo Derrick Mckinney talks to us about strategy and systems he's used to elevate his artists and label. The power of relationships are valuable. You don't need to abuse relationships but come with value to exchange value. See how you can get through the ups and downs as a business owner and label owner; we keep going with o…

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Understanding How to Profit First - Episode #25 w/ Susanne Mariga 47:57

3y ago47:57

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Paying your profits first is so key to business; we discuss this with Susanne Mariga and so much more about her book "Profit First for Minority Business Enterprises". We don't have money problems we have management issues. How many artists or music industry business owners are truly managing our cash correctly; let alone paying ourselves. Follow Su…

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Benefits of Tracking Your Radio Spins - Episode #24 w/ Mike Matthews (Digital Radio Tracker) 1:46:00

3y ago1:46:00

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Radio tracking has its benefits and helps gain traction to see where your audience is coming from and where to spend your marketing dollars. Also bonus info for radio stations to become monitored has its benefits as well. All this and more checkout our interview with Mike Matthews founder of Digital Radio Tracker https://digitalradiotracker.com/ Jo…

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Transparency of Street Teams and Artist Marketing - Episode #23 w/ Rapjuggernaut (KING PIN) 1:18:53

3y ago1:18:53

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"Transparency of Street Teams and Artist Marketing" Take a journey with us as we talk to Rapjuggernaut about street teams, getting your music out there and so much more. PromoVatican, ArtRevSol (FREE ARTIST AUDIT) "Put Me In The Game Coach" when you see Rapjuggernaut IG:@rapjuggernaut Join Music Legacy Builders w/ Courtney Benjamin & Ron D: https:/…

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McKee Is Born ft. Courtney Denton-Tsang 39:51

3y ago39:51

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Courtney Denton-Tsang is the founder of McKee Performance Wear, an activewear brand dedicated to adolescence, family values, and giving back. I met Courtney in New York City a few years ago and we instantly bonded over our love of fashion and pop culture. She is incredibly hardworking and the most loyal friend and I deem myself very lucky to know h…

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Navigating Through The Business Side of The Music Industry - Episode #22 w/ Wendy Day 1:02:27

3y ago1:02:27

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In this episode Courtney Benjamin & Ron D talk with Wendy Day about: "Navigating through the business side of the music industry" The Business of Music Strategies Importance of Trademarking Choosing your Artist Name and much more INSTAGRAM | http://www.instagram.com/rapcoalition Want to hire Wendy Day to help your career? http://www.HelpfulAngel.co…

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The Sustainable Fashion Movement ft. Olivia Horan (For Good Luck) 45:25

3y ago45:25

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Olivia Horan is a designer, entrepreneur, and business owner. Her brand, For Good Luck, was founded upon sustainability and is most notable for repurposing used wedding gowns into corset tops, in addition to sourcing vintage items. In this episode we discussed our love of fashion, being multifaceted, and how the two are not mutually exclusive. Enjo…

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My Best Internet Friend ft. Evan Garland 37:37

3+ y ago37:37

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Evan Garland is a producer living in Los Angeles, California. He's worked on shows like RuPaul’s Drag Race, Cupcake Wars, and live tapings of Food Network Kitchen just to name a few. In this episode we go deep into pop culture history, taking control of your life, and ditching boys that don’t serve you. ~DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE FOR A NEW EPISODE …

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HBIC ft. Michaela Marano 34:14

3+ y ago34:14

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Michaela Marano is a dear friend and fellow Syracuse University alumna. She is currently living in Los Angeles, California pursuing a career in the entertainment industry working as an executive assistant in visual effects. In her free time, you can find her perfecting recipes for her food Instagram account @thesundaystir or adventuring with her ad…

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Diamonds Are a Girl's Best Friend ft. Anna P. Jay 39:58

3+ y ago39:58

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Today’s guest is friend of the pod, Anna P. Jay. She is most notable for owning her own jewelry business and being a Libra. Although she is based in Nantucket, she works with clients all over the world with any budget! Contact her for any and all of your jewelry needs, or just to chat: https://annapjay.com/ ~DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE FOR A NEW EPIS…

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Szn 3 Has Arrived... 2:48

3+ y ago2:48

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Hi, remember me? Sorry to have gone rogue last year, but the pause was much needed. Looking forward to another season of flirty fun. Love you! ~DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE FOR A NEW EPISODE EVERY WEDNESDAY (+ OCCASIONAL BONUS EPISODES) ~RATE 5 STARS ON APPLE PODCASTS/SPOTIFY, ETC. ~SHARE "IT ME" WITH FAMILY, FRIENDS, CO-WORKERS, ENEMIES, STRANGERS, E…

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Feeding Your Business 39:11

4y ago39:11

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JOIN OUR FACEBOOK COMMUNITY AND LEARN ABOUT ARTIST MANAGEMENT, MUSIC PUBLISHING, ARTIST DEVELOPMENT, MUSIC INDUSTRY EDUCATION AND MORE.... LEARN THE ART OF MUSIC BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT Join Music Legacy Builders w/ Courtney Benjamin & Ron D: https://www.benjaminentacademy.com/ Follow us on IG: Music Legacy Builders: @musiclegacybuilders Courtney Benj…

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Social Media / Marketing 1:20:55

4y ago1:20:55

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JOIN OUR FACEBOOK COMMUNITY AND LEARN ABOUT ARTIST MANAGEMENT, MUSIC PUBLISHING, ARTIST DEVELOPMENT, MUSIC INDUSTRY EDUCATION AND MORE.... LEARN THE ART OF MUSIC BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/music-n-profits/support

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Topic: Benefits you Overlook with your PROs 57:56

4y ago57:56

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JOIN OUR FACEBOOK COMMUNITY AND LEARN ABOUT ARTIST MANAGEMENT, MUSIC PUBLISHING, ARTIST DEVELOPMENT, MUSIC INDUSTRY EDUCATION AND MORE.... LEARN THE ART OF MUSIC BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT https://www.facebook.com/groups/musicnprofits https://www.instagram.com/musicnprofits/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/music-n-profit…

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Personal Credit VS Business Credit 1:18:02

4y ago1:18:02

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In many cases, you won’t be able to complete business transactions if your business doesn’t have credit. Lenders will use a business’s credit history when figuring out whether or not to loan the business money. You’ll also need credit in order to get business insurance. In many instances, you won’t be able to buy goods and services for your busines…

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All the Money isn't Yours!!! 59:10

4y ago59:10

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In case you ever forget that it takes money to make money with your music, Courtney and Ron go over some general income and expense categories that may factor into your business/budgeting forecasts... now you know why music industry professionals say that it costs MORE to market and promote music than it does to record it! --- Support this podcast:…

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Interview w/ Courtney Benjamin & Akinyemi Ayinoluwa 35:10

4y ago35:10

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Interview w/ Courtney Benjamin & Akinyemi Ayinoluwa- Music Attorney & Partner. Hightower Solicitors. Join our Facebook community https://www.facebook.com/groups/musicnprofits --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/music-n-profits/support

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AMI Studios Podcast w/ Ron D 14:08

4y ago14:08

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In Artist Mill International Studios North Carolina cooking up. Seems like work never stops. Not concerned about the new Jordan’s, I’m concerned about the new 250 Ohm Closed Construction Studio Headphones.💪🏾 🎙️ 🎧 Excuse the background noise the studio was being renovated so there were lots of fans and machines on. --- Support this podcast: https://…

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Ron D w/ DJ Iceman (Wu -Tang Dj's) on music industry, Producers, Engineers and More!!! 46:41

4y ago46:41

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Ron D having a conversation with Wu-Tang DJ Iceman Robert Anderson about the music industry, Producers, Engineers and More!!! www.bigbossbeatz.com Spotify link-https://spoti.fi/2MKuKEd Join Our Facebook Community --->>> https://www.facebook.com/groups/musicnprofits/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/music-n-profits/s…

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Tag Your Music 1:02:15

4y ago1:02:15

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Courtney Benjamin and Ron D tackles the importance of tags for your music. Especially when submitting music for licensing tags are key. Just like SEO keywords will helps people and music supervisors find your music. So listen to a song and see how it makes you feel. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/music-n-profits/s…

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Metadata 1:43:59

4y ago1:43:59

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Today we will dive into METADATA step by step. This will help you not get your submissions to music supervisors or radio programmers deleted. Join our community Music & Profits- Part 1 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/music-n-profits/support

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What They Don't Tell You About Networking 4:24

4+ y ago4:24

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Just as there are teams of business and social entrepreneurs who launch a startup together, there can also be teams of network entrepreneurs who work together to catalyze and sustain networks. A team can be stronger and more resilient than any single person, if they too are connected through a shared purpose and trust for impact. --- Support this p…

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Connell's Chain ft. Chloe George 53:31

4+ y ago53:31

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Chloe George (@chloegeorgeya), a Bay Area native, is an incredibly talented singer/songwriter living in Los Angeles, California. We met at New York University where she majored in the artist track at the Clive Davis Institute of Recorded Music, and I have been the biggest fan ever since. Her voice is the most angelic thing I have ever heard, check …

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Understanding The Jargon (Contracts) 47:51

4+ y ago47:51

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Because of their legal complexity, music contracts can be quite hard to decipher. They come in different shapes and sizes, and will often vary depending on the label, and the status of the artist involved. Even so, many of their commercial terms are similar. They certainly require closer inspection as Courtney Benjamin and Ron D discusses Contracts…

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5 Music Income Sources During Pandemic 2:40

4+ y ago2:40

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Several musicians over the last months are still bringing in a stable income despite the effects of the pandemic. The common thread between them is that they have cultivated multiple sources of income. In fact, the average number of income sources is 4, and some reported as many as 8. It’s common for musicians to have jobs outside of music. That is…

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Music Fills My Soul ft. Audrey Rinehart 51:23

4+ y ago51:23

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Audrey (AJ) Rinehart is one of my oldest pals. We met in middle school and instantly bonded over doing silly impressions and obsessing over boys. Last year we reconnected when she moved in with me in Brooklyn while training to become a Soul Cycle instructor. In this episode we discuss that journey in addition to holding ourselves accountable by bei…

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3 Common mistakes made when picking a microphone 3:32

4+ y ago3:32

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The most common question I hear from producers, engineers, artist, etc.. revolves around which microphones are worth it and which ones are just hype.But the reality is that none of us have $10k to drop on a microphone, and even established studios are probably better off investing that money elsewhere. That being said, today’s younger engineer shou…

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An Outgoing Introvert ft. Emma Grady 39:57

4+ y ago39:57

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Self-described as a a multi-hyphenate, Emma Grady is a brand copywriter, personal essayist, abstract painter, and stylist. Emma has been published on sites like Glamour and ManRepeller, in addition to being a former video associate at Vanity Fair. We met through a writing class in Brooklyn last year and she has since been a great support system for…

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All The Money Is Not Yours - Courtney Benjamin 7:55

4+ y ago7:55

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Artists understand in the business of your performance, album sales, touring, etc. The money is not all yours so when you have income coming in make sure you pay your business expenses; include yourself in that payment and your company so you both can grow. Background Music By: Agile Society Song: MISS ME Courtesy of C Benjamin Publishing --- Suppo…

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The Sweat Life ft. Sarah Kinzler 46:00

4+ y ago46:00

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My dear Sarah Kinzler is such a special human. We met at Syracuse when we became sorority sisters, and she has since gone on to conquer the world! In this episode we discuss her fitness journey, yoga certification training in Peru, and present practice via Zoom classes! Enjoy <3 ~DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE FOR A NEW EPISODE EVERY WEDNESDAY AND OCCAS…

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MUSIC PUBLISHING BLUES 6:08

4+ y ago6:08

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Sometimes you have to put fire underneath a songwriter or artist. We tell you we need certain things for a reason from you artists/songwriters. Learn in the video to help us help you.... Chuuuuuch Background Music By: Agile Society Song: MISS ME Courtesy of C Benjamin Publishing --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/musi…

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BONUS EPISODE: Quar Update ft. Peter Kinton + Mandy Freebairn 57:22

4+ y ago57:22

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Just had to gather my besties for a lil fireside chat during this crAAAzzzZZZy quarantine :) ~DON'T FORGET TO SUBSCRIBE FOR A NEW EPISODE EVERY WEDNESDAY AND OCCASIONAL BONUS EPISODES! ~RATE 5 STARS ON APPLE PODCASTS/SPOTIFY, ETC.! ~SHARE "IT ME" WITH FAMILY, FRIENDS, ENEMIES, CO-WORKERS, STRANGERS, ETC.! Follow the Pod on Instagram: @itmepodcast F…

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Passing the work instead of doing the work 36:18

4+ y ago36:18

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Have any artists ever hired a manager before it was time. Take some time and learn what you need for your music business; get educated and remain a consistent student.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/music-n-profits/support

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World's Tiniest Spoon ft. Luisa Opalesky 1:08:59

4+ y ago1:08:59

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THE SEASON TWO PREMIER! This week's guest is Luisa Opalesky (@lil_leaf_son) <3 Coveteur described her as "an editor and choreographer for mega-star photographer Ryan McGinley," in addition to being a photographer herself, and a curator of beautiful collectors items. It was such an honor to have a Zoom call and experience her magnetic energy and lig…

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3 Cool Places you can sell your music online. w/Ron D 4:02

4+ y ago4:02

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Don't get into the habit of waiting on an opportunity before you do anything on your own. You can be making money with your music Now. Not now but Right Now!!! I'm going to show you 3 site where you can go and sell your music thats already established and is already generating a lot of traffic to the site. Make sure you join the facebook group Musi…

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