Everyone wants to attend the famous TEMPO Arts Academy, but only a few can make the cut. Kids from all backgrounds and areas of the city come together at TEMPO, bringing their unique perspectives, artistic talents, and bagged lunches with them. Special to TEMPO, the school mixes students from different majors to see what creative magic they can make together. Singers with dancers, actors with chefs with video game designers, it’s all an artistic melting pot. Collaboration is key at TEMPO, bu ...
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What exactly is an interlude? For me, it's those magical, fleeting moments between tracks on a CD or LP record, where powerful harmonies transition you into the next chapter of music. This is where inspiration meets rhythm, and it's where I live as a DJ at heart. "The Interludes Podcast" is the extended play of those moments – a continuous stream of inspiration and up-tempo vibes. I, Val "The Voice" Johnson, serve as your guide through the voices of creatives, entrepreneurs, and filmmakers w ...
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Music artist and social impact storyteller TImo Peach asks: What story do you think you are in – and can you change it? Because another world IS possible. As the bloke from Momo:tempo and the voice of Unsee The Future, Mr Peach playfully explores how to encourage the more hopeful human tomorrow – meeting artists, solarpunks and changemakers re-imagining the stories we think we're in. In a time of crisis, we need the NEW songs and stories of us. Join Momo at the intersection of art, planet an ...
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Based in Nashville, TN, #1 songwriter Chris Lindsey (Every Time I Hear That Song" / Blake Shelton, "Poison and Wine" / The Civil Wars) has set out to discover what makes creative people tick. Starting with what he knows - writing - and branching out to various aspects of the music industry, Pitch List dives deep into the heart of why making music is so magical, mysterious and captivating. Join us for organic conversations with some of music's hit songwriters and artists at the top of our Pit ...
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The Tech Innovator: J. Melane Wise Talks "Where" & Creative Leadership
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Welcome to the 9th season of The Interludes Podcast with Val "The Voice" Johnson, where conversations come alive! This season, we're taking things to the next level with our very first live streaming video episodes. Join Val 'The Voice' Johnson as she kicks off the season with J. Melane Wise, a tech coach, multimedia artist, and first-time author. …
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Legacy and Spotlight: A Conversation with Traci Brooks
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In this heartfelt episode of The Interludes Podcast, Val ‘The Voice’ Johnson sits down with Chicago-based actress and insurance professional, Tracy Brooks. Their conversation, sparked by a chance meeting at a family memorial service, explores the deep connections between legacy and the roles we play in life. Tracy shares her experiences from the aw…
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Raj is nervous about trying out for the Tempo soccer team, but with Sidney's help and the rest of the gang, he decides to give it a go. Tempo is A Stone Rotstein Productions Original In association with and distributed by Headspinner Productions With the support of the Canada Council for the ArtsBy Stone Rotstein Productions
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During lunch, Sidney, Raj, Maksim, and Jing imagine the dream cities that they would like to practice their arts in. Tempo is A Stone Rotstein Productions Original In association with and distributed by Headspinner Productions With the support of the Canada Council for the ArtsBy Stone Rotstein Productions
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Unsee The Future: The Hopeychattybits – meeting Nicola Cartlidge
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In this special 14th episode, Momo meets Nicola Cartlidge, Theatre & Venues Manager for AUB, who walks us around the renovating spaces of the Palace Court Theatre, to discuss what it means to hold space for creative risk-taking – and to help make place in the process.Commissioned by Pier Journal, this is the informal recording of the interview for …
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"Behind the Mic: The Interludes Journey" traces the evolution of a visionary audio project that began four years ago, on June 26, 2020. Originally launched as an audio podcast, Interludes has grown to include two visual podcasts: "The Pull Up Podcast Show with Coach Tony Thompson" and "Interludes Extra Talk On Tuesdays." Created by Valarie Johnson,…
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A DJ Saved My Life, a heartfelt exploration of how one project can influence a life profoundly and the surprising twists that often accompany our creative endeavors. Join us for a blend of practical advice and personal storytelling that could only come from Val "The Voice." In this episdoe, Val "The Voice" goes into the story behind my new eBook, "…
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Unsee The Future: The Hopeychattybits – meeting Penelope Norman
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In this special 13th episode, Momo meets Penelope Norman, head of MA Fashion Technology at Arts University Bournemouth and talks about her involvement with the AUB Innovation Studio.Commissioned by Pier Journal, this is the informal recording of the interview for issue #7 of the magazine, which you can find out more about at pierjournal.co.uk.…
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Mothers Are Superheroes in CJ Charles' World
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Val "The Voice" Johnson and Coach Tony Thompson bring to their live “Talk On Tuesdays” platform, a fun conversation with LA-based children's author CJ Charles. We talk to CJ about the inspirations behind her bilingual book, "My Mother is a Superhero." And discover how CJ's mother influenced her storytelling and her dedication to bilingual teaching.…
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Lichelle Marie Laws: The BO$$ Behind the Beats
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March is Women’s History Month. Val 'The Voice' Johnson pays tribute to the late hip-hop legend Lichelle Marie Laws, better known as BO$$. Her rise to fame with hits like 'Deeper,' to her struggles with health and the industry, and her eventual transition to a radio DJ in Texas. Hear about her groundbreaking work, the challenges she faced, and the …
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Enlighten Filmmaking: Alvin Malcolm Daniels
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Val "The Voice" Johnson and Coach Tony Thompson welcome back friend to the show and the multifaceted creative Alvin Malcolm Daniels. Known for his critically acclaimed stage play “Preacher’s Kids” and a college professor and mentor, Daniels shares his latest project, the docu-series “The Many Stories of Martha’s Vineyard,” and sits down with Coach …
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Juvey D & Ant: Wendell Moore's Film Journey
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This week, Val "The Voice" Johnson and Coach Tony Thompson discuss the captivating world of independent filmmaking with a multifaceted filmmaker and community advocate, Wendell Moore. His short film, "Juvey D & Ant” brings light to Wendell's remarkable path from the vibrant streets of Brooklyn to the esteemed circles of film festivals. Wendell's la…
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The students have to learn to stir their arts together for a project. Can they collaborate successfully or will it just lead to chaos in The Mix?By Stone Rotstein Productions
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Val "The Voice" Johnson engages with the dynamic indie artist Kingsley. From her early days in Chicago to becoming a standout in Portland's underground scene, Kingsley shares her evolution from family bands to indie pop acclaim. Dive into her journey through music and entrepreneurship, her creative process, and the challenges she overcame along the…
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February is Black History Month and Val "The Voice" Johnson and Coach Tony Thompson present a new season for The Interludes Podcast called, "A Legend In Motion: April Weeden-White." In this episode, we celebrate the extraordinary career of Weeden-White, a trailblazing stunt coordinator and actress with over 100 TV shows and films to her name. Dive …
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"The Interludes Podcast," hosted by Val "The Voice" Johnson, is an inspirational audio journey that celebrates the magic of musical interludes and the rhythm of life. In this weekly podcast, Val "The Voice" delves into intimate conversations with innovative figures in music, performing arts, sports, and film, exploring the vibrant pulse of culture …
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Steps of Soul: Experiencing the Magic of Alvin Ailey
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The Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater has been culturally entertaining generations for 65 years. Recently, Val “The Voice” Johnson got a chance to experience several timeless dance compositions in person with her dear friends in New York City. "Steps of Soul: Experiencing the Magic of Alvin Ailey" is a special episode where Val recounts her enchan…
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Restructure, Reinvent, Repeat: The Interludes Journey
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Welcome to a special edition of the Interludes Podcast with today's episode called, "Restructure, Reinvent, Repeat: The Interludes Journey." Join Val "The Voice" Johnson as we reflect on our remarkable journey since June 2020, navigating the challenges of a global pandemic, inspiring creatives throughout and continuing the vision for this year, 202…
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R&B Resilience with A Talk About Epilepsy
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Val "The Voice" Johnson reviews the recent concert show called "R&B Groove Thing" featuring Stephanie Mills, El Debarge, and After 7. She gives insights on their performances and how the music takes many back to a wonderful time in R&B. Plus, filmmaker and epilepsy advocate Karla Braithwaite joins us to share her epilepsy journey and how she contin…
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Have you heard of the midday show called, “The AfterShow with Val “The Voice”? In this episode, get an exclusive sneak peek into the midday magic of The Aftershow and enjoy an engaging conversation with actress Angela Crook, who shares insights into her role in the independent film 'Kemba: The Kemba Smith Story.' Feel the pulse of creativity in thi…
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Val "The Voice" Johnson welcomes back fellow podcaster and friend to the show, Terrance P. Elmore, the creative force behind the blog & podcast, "The Brown Sugar Cafe." Elmore is back with a compelling poetry collection called, "Pain Is Not Our Only Paintbrush" and he reveals the threads of resilience and consistency needed to develop his work of a…
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Val "The Voice" Johnson and Coach Tony Thompson go "Beyond the Buzzer" with NBA legend Terry "TC" Cummings. Beyond the accolades, Terry's story transcends basketball, revealing a minister and man of God. From Chicago roots to defying odds, his journey is a testament to resilience and greatness. Join us for an intimate conversation with Cummings exp…
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Raj pulls an all-nighter playing a video game and needs his friends' help to hide his exhaustion from Miss Marlowe.By Stone Rotstein Productions
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Val "The Voice" is back with a special episode honoring National Hispanic Heritage Month. Introducing children's book author and the founder of SoRim Enterprises, Miros Azuara. She discusses her touching work, "Don Leon," and shares how she embraces and celebrates her Mexican heritage through social work and storytelling. Discover the magic of cult…
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While working in a group to come up with a new song for class, Maksim, Raj, and Jing find out that Sidney has hearing loss and talk to her about how it affects her.By Stone Rotstein Productions
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As the seasons change, so can we. Introducing motivational speaker and author, minister Anthony D. Shannon. His incredible journey of perseverance, resilience, and purpose will ignite your motivation to craft your own story and transform during this upcoming 4th quarter into the best season of your life. Are you ready to embrace a "winning season"?…
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Maksim is feeling like his dance routines are missing something, so he enlists Sidney, Raj, and Jing to help him add a little flair to his performances. And they maybe take things a little too far.By Stone Rotstein Productions
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Women are being well represented in sports. And behind every great athlete, there’s a phenomenal coach. This week, Val "The Voice" Johnson and Coach Tony Thompson speak with Fisk University’s gymnastics coach and athletic director Corrinne Tarver. Coach Tarver, along with three dynamic gymnastic team members, share their experience in recruitment, …
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Val "The Voice" Johnson and Coach Tony Thompson speak with Tennessee State University's Athletic Director, Dr. Mikki Allen. We'll talk with him about the upcoming TSU Tigers football game with Notre Dame. And as we celebrate Michael Jackson’s birthday, Dr. Allen shares his thoughts on MJ, reminiscing about his favorite LPs from the King of Pop hims…
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Val "The Voice" Johnson takes a captivating journey back through the last three years of the podcast and thanks the audience for all the support. As part of this celebration, Val engages in a lively and engaging discussion with a truly remarkable guest – one of the very first to grace the Interludes stage – author, writing coach and comedianne Jori…
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On the first day of school at Tempo, Jing has lost her voice, Maksim has lost the code to his locker, Raj has lost his bag, and Sidney is, well, just lost. They've got to traverse the ups, downs, and loop de loops to try and reclaim all their stuff and find their way to class. It's gonna be a wild ride.…
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It’s audition day at Tempo. Among the yodelers, robotic keyboard programmers, and tap-dancing experts, Sidney finds herself trying to overcome her nerves and find the confidence to show that she belongs at Tempo. Just ask the goats.By Tempo Productions
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Get ready for an engaging episode as your host, Val "The Voice" Johnson, welcomes a dynamic duo in the world of independent cinema. In this exciting installment, Val "The Voice" sits down with the visionary independent film director and festival creator, Andrew Tyler, alongside his talented wife and executive producer, Linda Tyler. Join Val "The Vo…
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The Musical Language of Mark Allen Felton
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Discover the musical journey of Mark Allen Felton, a Chicago native and talented songwriter and saxophonist. Join hosts Val 'The Voice' Johnson and Coach Tony Thompson as they explore how music becomes a language of love and growth in Mark's life. Tune in to "The Musical Language of Mark Allen Felton" for captivating stories and soulful melodies. S…
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Whether you're dreaming of a sun-soaked beach getaway, a thrilling national park adventure, or an exciting exploration of vibrant cities, Interludes has got you covered. As we kick off our 7th season, get ready for an insider's perspective on the best places to visit in the USA in 2023. Based on an article highlighting 21 top vacation destinations …
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Val "The Voice" Johnson introduces a captivating conversation with international recording artist Jesse Campbell. Born and raised in Chicago, Jesse is not only a devoted father but also a finalist from the electrifying second season of NBC's The Voice. As Interludes concludes its celebration of Black Music Month, Jesse shares his insights on the ev…
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Hip Hop Roundtable: More Beats, Rhythms and Rhymes
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Val “The Voice” Johnson hosts a roundtable with DJ Krate Digga to discuss 50 years of hip hop culture. Also, Val 'The Voice" speaks with fellow podcasters and fellow artists upon the Clubhouse virtual stage to discuss hip-hop and the direction we see the genre going into beyond these 50 years. Along with DJ Krate Digga, we spoke with fellow DJ and …
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Beats, Rhythms & Rhymes: The Krate Digga Journey
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Val "The Voice" Johnson sparks up an engaging conversation with DJ Krate Digga, a prominent figure in the Columbus, Ohio's music scene. Krate and Val "The Voice" delve into the profound impact of hip hop on culture, explore the significance of Black Music Month, and discover the humble beginnings that shaped Krate Digga's journey as a DJ.…
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Unsee The Future- The Hopeychattybits – Writing A Solarpunk Story
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In this pre-new series summer special, Timo Peach chats with Dominic Wong, festival director of Bournemouth Writing Festival, and welcomes back creative amigos Simon, Andy and Lee to find out how they got on witha special creative commision.In a keynote talk in April, commission by Dominic for the event, Timo finished with a challenge to all the wr…
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Coach Tony Thompson invites former basketball sports consultant and author Merl Code to the Talk on Tuesdays platform to discuss his book, “Black Market: An Insider’s Journey into the High-Stakes World of College Basketball.”By Val "The Voice" Johnson
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Val “The Voice” Johnson delves into the world of business technology and service-minded strategies with Azaniah Israel, a visionary business tech guru and the founder of Sirach Consulting. We explore Azaniah's journey, his secrets to business growth, and the films that have inspired his pursuit in the tech world. Get ready for captivating insights …
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The Memorial Day Weekend is the unofficial start to summer season. Are we ready? May is Mental Health Awareness month and our team is discussing some of the best ways to enjoy the start of the summer season in and outdoors.By Val "The Voice" Johnson
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Val the Voice Johnson discusses the latest studio franchises that are receiving a fresh coat of paint with a remake or a continuation of famed film series: The Little Mermaid, White Men Can’t Jump and The Fast and Furious X.By Val "the Voice" Johnson
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All Writers Matter - It All Starts with the Story
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Val "the Voice" Johnson speaks with veteran actress Paulette McDaniels about the latest with the Writers Guild strike and her experience with working with some of the most talented actors of our generation.By Val "the Voice" Johnson
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Should we judge a book by it's cover? This episode we explore the art of creating an eye-catching book cover with Natalie Stokes-Peters, an experienced book designer with over 20 years of expertise. We start by reviewing the Netflix documentary featuring our forever FLOTUS Michelle Obama and Oprah Winfrey, "The Light We Carry" with Mr. Wamble and V…
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Val 'the Voice' and EP Michael Wamble dive into a captivating discussion on Allen Hughes' "Dear Mama" documentary series. Tune in as they explore Tupac's evolution from a gifted artist to a socially conscious activist, who drew inspiration from his mother Afeni's legacy. Discover how music served as a powerful tool for Tupac to advocate for change …
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Join Val the Voice and Michael Wamble as they sit down with Seasoned series director and showrunner Aretha "Ms Respect" Tatum and singer/songwriter, actress Tracy Kincaide to discuss the hit independent Chicago production, Seasoned. Starring Kincaide, Taroniah Rice, and Natasha L. Hudgins, the Tubi series has garnered over 500k streams and captivat…
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Monique Lisa Johnson is a Bronx native and an award-winning playwright and writing coach. With a passion for theater that began at just 7 years old, Monique has been producing plays for years. As a writing coach, Monique inspires and supports other aspiring writers in achieving their creative goals. Join Val 'the Voice' Johnson as we delve into Mon…
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Holy week is upon us and Christians celebrate the annual traditional holiday called Easter. Interludes invites friend to the show and urban apologist Phil Fox to discuss Easter traditions and what it means to truly acknowledge and celebrate the real reason for the Easter season, Jesus Christ.By Val 'the Voice' Johnson
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Toni Morrison. Octavia Butler. Victoria Christopher Murray. As we close Women’s History Month, allow us to highlight these phenomenal African American women writers who are undergoing a renaissance, gaining new fans and loyal readers.By Val 'the Voice' Johnson
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