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The Blog: Music Art Culture

The Blog: Music Art Culture

By MACEF

Listen every week as we talk candid with everyday people about the everyday issues shaping our world and effecting our everyday lives. No topic is taboo when it comes to music, art, culture, and education. Follow us on social media and join the conversation.
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Beyond the Music with Rene

The Blog: Music Art CultureJun 10, 2019

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Personality vs. Character

Personality vs. Character

Exploring work and personal relationships ( not romantic). Exploring how to communicate with people by not taking things personal.
Apr 22, 202032:22
Gratitude, talk on Twitter, and new ways of thinking.

Gratitude, talk on Twitter, and new ways of thinking.

With the new normal comes new habits. Dating tips on twitter survey results. Things to do while at home.
Apr 16, 202027:52
Self care, Self aware.

Self care, Self aware.

Self care is not selfish. Find ways to relax. Set boundaries. Journal your journey with 52 Lists. Create your self at home spa experience.
Apr 04, 202030:56
Covid-19: Public Safety, Social Distancing, and Keeping Track of the Facts

Covid-19: Public Safety, Social Distancing, and Keeping Track of the Facts

Avoid Covid-19 Hysteria • CDC.Gov for facts updates and geographic risk • CardiB IG Coronavirus Rant gets Remix by DJ Snake • Social Distancing changes everything
Mar 17, 202029:35
The Valentines Day Episode

The Valentines Day Episode

This week we explore the do’s and dont’s of dating. Defining deal breakers. Fake love relationships and self love delusions.
Feb 18, 202032:25
Taking back your social media identity and why you should live a balanced lifestyle.

Taking back your social media identity and why you should live a balanced lifestyle.

Exploring how social media comparisons kill creativity and how to take back your social persona. Learning to not over book your schedule and live a balanced life. Top10 Billboard songs on the Hot100 list.
Feb 04, 202037:34
62nd Grammy Recap, Fashion, and Sports News

62nd Grammy Recap, Fashion, and Sports News

This episode highlights 62nd Grammys, fashion predictions, and Sports News (acknowledging the life of Kobe Bryant, daughter Gianna, and others lost in helicopter tragedy).
Jan 28, 202026:58
New Year, New Rules, Different Results!

New Year, New Rules, Different Results!

2020 vision equals new goals for a new decade. Host: Dominique, explores new rules for a better year. #jointheconversation
Jan 22, 202041:30
Beyond the Music with Rene

Beyond the Music with Rene

Indie producer and songwriter Rene speaks on creativity, storytelling and his commitment to growth beyond the music.
Jun 10, 201939:17
Trending Topics: Music, Culture and Education news

Trending Topics: Music, Culture and Education news

Trumps Tariffs target American manufactures. Berkeley School of Music honors composers/songwriters. Halsey trending for controversy on supporting set workers. Billionaire pays graduating seniors student loans.
May 21, 201919:18
Why Every Penny Counts, Philippines Declare War on Trash, Jimmy Buffet Backlash in Atlanta and more.

Why Every Penny Counts, Philippines Declare War on Trash, Jimmy Buffet Backlash in Atlanta and more.

The Blog MusicArtCulture Talks Global and Local News • The British Penny • Royal Canadian Mint Pays Tribute with New Coin • President Rodrigo Duterte Ready to Declare War on Canada • Legal Fight to Remove Confederate Statues Continues • The Birthplace of Country Music isn’t Nashville • Volunteer in Your Local Community
May 06, 201932:03
TSA New Rules, Easy Inspirational Reads, College Admissions Scandal and more.

TSA New Rules, Easy Inspirational Reads, College Admissions Scandal and more.

TSA changes the rules in 2020 for domestic flyers. FASFA claps back at student applying for grant money after posting an elaborate prom video. And, the parents involved in college test taking scandal over look student responsibility as they take the blame for there cheating children.
Apr 16, 201927:30
Ep 27: SXSW, Billboards Top 10, 2020 Presidential Politics, Women’s History Month.

Ep 27: SXSW, Billboards Top 10, 2020 Presidential Politics, Women’s History Month.

Public news, local events and music trends.
Mar 19, 201924:14
Ep26: Community Compass Feature on Networking

Ep26: Community Compass Feature on Networking

The Blog| Music Art Culture host @dominiquelaruex talks candidly about Empire star and Trumps response to Spike Lee’s Oscar win. Also, get the scoop on the main event as MACEF joined passport networking to talk community and the art of collaborating.
Feb 26, 201925:07
Ep25: Digital broadcast personality discusses importance of mentoring & cultivating relationships.

Ep25: Digital broadcast personality discusses importance of mentoring & cultivating relationships.

The Blog | Music Art Culture host @dominiquelaruex with special guest Andy (@A_PlusLA) shares how his early development as a radio intern lead to mentoring Los Angeles youth in broadcast media. Using his platform as a bridge to cross promote other creatives and showcase their skills, he has also proven to be a great leader as an advocate for education and literacy through his own career inside the broadcast studio and in the classroom.
Feb 19, 201955:03
Ep24: Super Bowl recap, Grammy Awards, Cultivation entrepreneurship, & states with worst schools.

Ep24: Super Bowl recap, Grammy Awards, Cultivation entrepreneurship, & states with worst schools.

Recap on the Super Bowl, Grammy performers, why creatives should stay open to differing options, and the advocacy group that rated US public schools noting low accountability for private schools wanting access to public tax money to educate on vouchers.
Feb 05, 201944:42
Ep23: Fresh Food, healthy habits, & how a little bit of exercise goes a long way.

Ep23: Fresh Food, healthy habits, & how a little bit of exercise goes a long way.

The Blog | Music Art Culture host @dominiquelaruex recaps on weeks events.
Jan 29, 201926:48
The Blog | Music Art Culture host @dominiquelaruex talks sports, music, and community on MLK Day.

The Blog | Music Art Culture host @dominiquelaruex talks sports, music, and community on MLK Day.

4 top reasons to buy #local. New found hope for #cheerleaders as the #LARams make it to the #SuperBowl . Universal #Music Group drops RKelly.
Jan 21, 201927:29
Ep21: Billboard, Paris Ballet, Biochip Branding, Canadian Hospitality, Marriage & Millennials, more.

Ep21: Billboard, Paris Ballet, Biochip Branding, Canadian Hospitality, Marriage & Millennials, more.

Host: @DominiqueLaruex shares twitter survey results @macefpublicarts asking if people are still willing to support award winning singer songwriter Robert Kelly after watching the lifetime documentary #survivingRKelly . #JointheConversation #musicartculture . #Music from Billboard, who’s performing for #SuperBowl & Grammy news. International Paris Opera Ballet drops dancer Sergei Polunin after gender bias social media post. Developing #European business people become early adopters of biochip receiving implants. #Canada air traffic controllers buy pizzas for their #American counterparts effected by #US Govt Shutdown. Meanwhile, Cosmopolitan suggests that #millennials will marry for #money.
Jan 14, 201952:24
Ep 20: Defining Goals and How to Accomplish Them Throughout The Year

Ep 20: Defining Goals and How to Accomplish Them Throughout The Year

Create a list of goals. The Blog | Music Art Culture host @dominiquelaruex has #tips to energize the old you to accomplish #new things. Define your #passion points and #explore your own life #goals to get the best out of everyday this year. #jointheconversation #musicartculture
Jan 08, 201932:46
Ep 19: 3 Ways to practice gratitude, Why the best gifts don’t have the biggest price tags, & more!

Ep 19: 3 Ways to practice gratitude, Why the best gifts don’t have the biggest price tags, & more!

Happy Holidays from your favorite podcast! Merry Christmas • Happy Hanukkah • Happy Kwanza. The Blog | Music Art Culture host @dominiquelaruex gives easy steps to prepare your mind year around for gratitude, gift giving, and workplace kindness during the holidays. Also, end of the year advice to help you take on the new year with a new you.
Dec 24, 201833:16
Ep 18: Dance Choreographer Destini Rogers talks inspiration passion & persistence.

Ep 18: Dance Choreographer Destini Rogers talks inspiration passion & persistence.

The Blog | Music Art Culture host @dominiquelaruex talks with Destini Rogers as she shares her passion for the art of dance and the personal journey that lead to her mainstream success in Los Angeles for the pop culture phenomenon On Fox: SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE. Join the conversation for the blog #podcast #musicartculture as she educates us on the future of #dance and the top 5 misconceptions of dance.
Dec 18, 201856:21
Ep: 17 - Holiday Songs Back on #Billboard 100, #USA GYMNASTICS files #Bankruptcy & more.

Ep: 17 - Holiday Songs Back on #Billboard 100, #USA GYMNASTICS files #Bankruptcy & more.

The Blog | Music Art Culture host @dominiquelaruex talks #music, #art, and #culture news. Discover top 10 fast foods to avoid, according to Food&Wine. And find out which music artists head back to the top 40 on the charts... I’ll give you a hint: ‘everybody knows...’. And, get the latest update on the USA Gymnastics probe and why they chose to file for bankruptcy. #JointheConversation on Twitter .@macefpublicarts #musicartculture
Dec 11, 201842:29
Ep 16: Holiday Retail Therapy, Xmas Anxiety, Ways to Reduce Debt at the End of the Year, and More.

Ep 16: Holiday Retail Therapy, Xmas Anxiety, Ways to Reduce Debt at the End of the Year, and More.

The Blog | Music Art Culture host @dominiquelaruex talks candidly about replacing retail therapy with volunteering and great gift strategies that can help save money towards the end of the year. If your looking for ways to improve your interpersonal relationships, take notes on the top 3 ways to expand your social circle by reduce negative experiences in interpersonal relationships. Like the episode, share with a friend.
Dec 04, 201850:44
Ep 15: Brandon Alexander on Poetry, Publishing, and Creative Ownership

Ep 15: Brandon Alexander on Poetry, Publishing, and Creative Ownership

The Blog | Music Art Culture host @DominiqueLaruex talks with BoardHouse Publishing founder Brandon Alexander about the importance of mentorship and building gateways to financial freedom for new writers.
Nov 27, 201851:32
Ep 14: Music teacher talks PHD research

Ep 14: Music teacher talks PHD research

The Blog | Music Art Culture host @dominiquelaruex speaks with special guest Ontario a local music teacher pursuing a PHD to preserve cultural narratives of African American storytellers in music.
Nov 20, 201831:32
Ep 13: Life Lessons, Career Moves, and How to Develop as an Entrepreneur.

Ep 13: Life Lessons, Career Moves, and How to Develop as an Entrepreneur.

The Blog | Music Art Culture host @dominiquelaruex talks with Illinois native Tamika Medrano about how early entrepreneurship and life lessons transformed her outlook on career and family. Join the conversation on Twitter: @macefpublicarts
Nov 06, 201839:11
Ep 12: Cultural Appropriation, Freedom of Speech, & Breaking Stereotypes

Ep 12: Cultural Appropriation, Freedom of Speech, & Breaking Stereotypes

Megyn Kelly dismissal from NBC opens larger conversation regarding race, ethnicity, and religious sensitivity.
Oct 30, 201859:31
Ep 11: Local Music Producer Videographer Hoota

Ep 11: Local Music Producer Videographer Hoota

This week special guest creative and Long Beach, Ca native Hoota comes to the blog to talk his journey into music and video production.
Oct 15, 201827:10
Ep 10: Tolerance, Diversity, and LA

Ep 10: Tolerance, Diversity, and LA

Exploring levels of tolerance in a culturally diverse city like Los Angeles, CA
Oct 09, 201859:48
Ep 9: Online Dating and Social Media Safety

Ep 9: Online Dating and Social Media Safety

Top 5 Online #Dating and Social Media #Safety Strategies
Oct 02, 201801:00:04
Ep 8: Bullying

Ep 8: Bullying

This episode we explore 3 types of #Bullying recognized by the US Government and behavior tips to identify a potential victim or #bully. Join the conversation to learn how you can #stopbullying from the classroom to the chatroom. #musicartculture
Sep 18, 201801:03:39
Ep 7: Back to School Pt 2 #girls #dating #socialmedia

Ep 7: Back to School Pt 2 #girls #dating #socialmedia

Mother gives perspective on how she keeps open communication with her teenage girls. And, gives tips on how to monitor social media.
Sep 11, 201827:55
Ep: 6 - Books, Billboard News, and Tips on Managing Anxiety

Ep: 6 - Books, Billboard News, and Tips on Managing Anxiety

Join the conversation as we talk 1st annual #backtoschool giveaway and breakdown chapter 1 of a best selling book on individual authenticity while playing some of your favorite songs. #music #art #culture #macefpublicarts
Sep 02, 201829:03
Ep5: Back to School, Aug 14th

Ep5: Back to School, Aug 14th

DressCode, hygiene, behavior strategies to get parents ready for the school year.
Aug 14, 201840:40
Ep 4: MGM Sues Victims, UK Ban on Gay Conversion, and More

Ep 4: MGM Sues Victims, UK Ban on Gay Conversion, and More

Jul 22, 201826:17
Ep 3: Relationships

Ep 3: Relationships

Real talk on relationships with guest Calvin Donte
Jul 09, 201841:16
Ep 2: Random

Ep 2: Random

Entertainment news and 5 essential tips that keep kids learning inside and outside the classroom.
Jun 25, 201832:12
Ep 1: Online Dating - Love or Lust?

Ep 1: Online Dating - Love or Lust?

Popular dating apps and social media has evolved the modern day relationship. But, does on line dating work for everyone? Mo from Bangladesh shares his thoughts on modern dating trends in live interview with host, Dominique.
May 31, 201811:57