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In The Studio with Gerard Bonner
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Join Darius Fentress in an engaging conversation with Gerard Bonner, a gospel music broadcast general and wrestling aficionado. In this episode, Gerard shares his journey from a media enthusiast in a small New York town to a vital player in both the gospel and wrestling industries. Discover how Gerard found his passion for broadcasting and music, which later led to co-founding GospelFlava.com and launching Bonnerfide Radio. Learn about Gerard's transition into professional wrestling commentary and the exciting experiences that followed. Don't miss out on valuable advice for independent artists and creators on navigating the digital media landscape and building a successful multi-faceted career.
00:00 Welcome and Introduction
01:06 Meet Gerard Bonner: A Media and Music Journey
02:02 Early Influences and Musical Beginnings
06:11 Growing Up in Monticello and Gospel Music
07:32 From Mathematics to Media: Gerard's Academic Path
09:37 The Birth of GospelFlava.com
13:26 Transition to Radio and Bonnerfide Radio
15:24 Navigating the Digital Media Landscape
23:43 The Importance of Diverse Content Creation
27:23 A Passion for Professional Wrestling
30:16 Discovering AEW at DDP Yoga
31:45 First Steps into Wrestling Commentary
33:20 Seizing the Commentary Opportunity
34:52 Breaking into the Wrestling Industry
36:38 Expanding Roles in Wrestling
45:30 The State of African Americans in Wrestling
48:10 Encouragement and Wisdom for Aspiring Professionals
52:13 Connecting with Gerard Bonner
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