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Elle Duncan’s social media reply to an unprovoked attack from Jason Whitlock did not just land because it was snarky. It resonated. She was somewhere, minding her business, writing a celebratory post about the impact of Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl LX halftime performance. “Woke up cheesing knowing somewhere this morning, a kid who saw themselves…
Aria F. Wright has worked across luxury, technology, and entertainment, building campaigns centered on connection and cultural impact. She focuses on community response and authenticity beyond sales metrics. You’ve built campaigns across luxury, consumer goods, technology, and entertainment. How do you shift your thinking when moving from one sector to another while keeping the brand…
Audra Bolton-Ortiz, founder of The Bolton Group Public Relations, discusses how her early career in publishing and entertainment communications shaped her brilliant approach to client strategy. How did your early work in communications shape the approach you use today at The Boltion Group Public Relations? What’s peculiar, at least to me, is that my goal…
Dior Sovoa’s work begins long before a chair, a mirror, or a finished look. It begins with care. With listening. With an understanding that hair is not just about appearance but about how a woman sees herself when she steps back into the world. For Dior, styling is not performance. It is presence. Raised in…
Midwest Mixtapes has become a key bridge for artists across the region, elevating voices often overlooked. Adam Murphy reflects on the platform’s origins, growth, and its role in shaping musical identity. What originally sparked the creation of Midwest Mixtapes, and how did you envision its role in the regional music scene? The platform was created…
Several perspectives have been expressed regarding hip-hop legend Nicki Minaj’s abrupt shift from an ally to an outright adversary of Black people and the LGBTQ+ community. But none stands out more than the perceived threat of deportation due to her status as an illegal immigrant. Did the Trump administration pressure arguably the greatest, if not…
Iantha Richardson arrived at this conversation fresh off completing her “Will Trent” directorial debut, a bold milestone she first sketched onto a Post-it note in 2020. The moment felt profound and deeply personal. Feeling extremely grateful, the achievement marked a powerful shift in her creative journey. In this interview, she opens up about the life-changing…
Tyhem Commodore, widely known as Mr. Commodore, doesn’t ease into a conversation—he steps in exactly as he is. When we connected, he was fresh off celebrating his birthday, in a good place, and fully himself. That same energy runs through his comedy. Known for sketches pulled straight from everyday life, Mr. Commodore has built an…