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Jo Muse

Musings with Jo Muse

A weekly Society, Culture and Relationships podcast
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Musings with Jo Muse

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Musings with Jo Muse

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Musings with Jo Muse

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Musings with Jo Muse

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Joel is a working actor (currently starring on The Chi) and artist. Detroit born-and-raised, he joins Jo to discuss how he was reared and raised by his mother, how early acting classes helped shape his passion for storytelling, and how he remai
Stic.man of Dead Prez joins Jo to discuss his new book "The Five Principles," on how to live a fruitful and passionate life. He discusses as early as the fifth grade his love for rap and it was his older brother who introduced him to hip-hop. T
Award-winning creative director, Kamal Collins has worked for top brands like Google, YouTube, Coca Cola and Nike - and has also contributed his experience to shows like "Atlanta" and "Snowfall". The Chicago native credits his upbringing in th
Historian, Director, Producer, and Writer Sheila Moses joins Jo in this episode. She discusses her work as a playwright and how the day-old newspaper she read as a child fueled her passion for writing. Initially thinking she would go into fashi
Brand evangelist Chase Conerly is a bright fresh voice in the advertising world and has worked with several major brands, including Toyota, MLB, NFL, and Lexus. We discuss his passion for writing, how he love for poetry makes him a better dream
Pianist and Artistic Director Chelsea Randall is a Brooklyn native and lifer. In this episode, we discuss her passion for music, how an inherited piano from her grandmother allowed her to learn the power of classical music leading to her studie
Gordon C. James is an in-demand fine artist. The D.C. native and John Newberry Medal winner grew up around drawing superheroes, many lessons taught by his father, who also had a passion for illustration. He discusses getting his first break, in
Nicole Brown grew up next to the studio where she now runs Tri-Star Pictures. Growing up in the industry fostered her passion for filmmaking, storytelling, and performing. She talks to Jo about the mentors who helped shape her passion for produ
Melba Moore is a Tony-winning singer, actress, and dancer. The New York-born entertainer speaks with Jo about being a late bloomer; her entrée to music began in high school and led to her first big break, on Broadway in "Hair" replacing Diane K
Dabo Che is a renowned creative whose work in advertising has spanned two decades, but his work in developing multi-platform campaigns started with his passion for filmmaking. Refusing to be a starving artist, he knew he had a passion for entre
Frank had a childhood filled with wonder, but an influential breakdancer, teacher, and a visit to Paris set him on the path of becoming an artist. His vision is inspired by street art like graffiti and the work inside of the Louvre. Jo and Fran
An advocate for African American inclusion in advertising, Walter is a pioneer disruptor of multimedia creative innovation. A self-proclaimed "architect" since his youth, Walter and Jo talk about his passion for Jimi Hendrick and music, his cu
Areva Martin, a CNN analyst , super lawyer and partner of her own law firm knows the power of media. The Missouri-born native harnesses the medium to amplify her exemplary skills and advocate for her clients. Here she muses with Jo on the count
Schele Williams is one of the top 10 Broadway directors to watch. The Ohio-born theatrical director and children's author muses with Jo on how working on Aida encouraged her to work on storytelling that centered on Black women and how becoming
Artis Lane has been for the culture for decades, leaving her mark on some of the nation's most beautiful artwork and installations. The Canadian-American sculptor discusses how she knew in pre-school that she would be an artist. ALSO: what it w
Our season four premiere guest is Writer/Director Sheldon Candis, one of the best and brightest to arrive on the Hollywood scene. As an empowering creative mind, his approach toward success remains grounded and rooted in creating content for th
Join Jo Muse as he talks to new guests about all things art and culture. 
Kathleen McGhee-Anderson is a writer of television, stage and screen. This triple threat has numerous film, television and theatrical credits under her belt, including "Sunset Park," "Lincoln Heights," "The Fosters" and most recently the BET N
Poetri Smith a true renaissance man— He is a Tony Award-winning performer. He has written over 350 commercials for radio, TV and print for clients like Nike, Subway and Gatorade. Poetri is also the co-founder of Da Poetry Lounge, the largest p
Carol H. Williams has demonstrated year-after-year success achieving revenue and business growth for her clients as the owner, President, CEO & Chief Creative Officer of Carol H. Williams Advertising (CHWA). Since 1986 Carol has led and motiva
This episode, we're talking to a master in production of award-winning ads and author, Daryll Merchant. Daryll work includes Penzoil, Coca-Cola, Nissan and more. The award-winning producer is distinctive in the advertising world because he str
This episode, we sit down with Robert Earl "Kool" Bell, one of the founding members of funk band Kool & the Gang. The singer-songwriter and musician has entertained fans all around the world and has created a host of hits including "Celebratio
Regina Brooks is the founder and CEO of Serendipity Literary Agency— the largest African American owned agency in the country. Her agency has represented and established a diverse base of award-winning clients in adult and young adult fiction,
Danny Robinson is in the business of creativity. Remember when Oprah gave away 276 Pontiac G6s? So does Danny. He was a big part of that history-making brand integration. Danny was the creative leader and writer behind award-winning campaigns
Welcome to season 3! This season we will focus on the nature of “Creative Genius.” Over the course of our journey together we will look into the background and behavior of those in the entertainment industry. With 35 years of experience under
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