Not Your Average Culture
By Chardeney Mason
Not Your Average CultureJan 07, 2019
From Behind Bars To Books: Unlocking Minds Through Mentorship Education and Creativity
In this episode, we dive into the journey of transforming the stigma around formerly incarcerated and justice-impacted individuals. We share stories about ARTivisim, support, mentorship, and creating opportunities for others. Tune in for an enlightening conversation.
Connect with Robert: https://www.hood2highereducation.com/
Connect with Chardeney: @Chardeney_Mason_Creations
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Creative Connections: Finding Your Tribe & Building a Thriving Social Community with Jermaine Ijieh
Meet the Co-Founder of Ground Floor Jermaine Ijieh. In this conversation, we discuss the impact of forging connections in our ever-evolving world. We explore both the art and science involved in making meaningful connections and cultural ties that unite individuals. Our conversations touch upon narratives, experiences, and common interests that shape these communities, offering valuable insights into the transformative power of nurturing connections. Tune in, for inspiration as we explore the heart and soul of thriving communities.
Connect with Jermaine on LinkedIn
Join Ground Floor
Connect with Chardeney: @Chardeney_Mason_Creations
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Crafting The Future : Sowing Seeds of Success Through Nurturing Your Passion with Matthew Linzner
In this episode, we discuss making a living from your craft and learning to embrace the unique journey that unfolds. We examine the concept of nurturing a career garden, employing the skill of planting the seeds of success in both your personal and professional realms, all while highlighting the vital role of agriculture. Join us as we unravel the steps to reach your goals, drawing inspiration from the parallels between personal development and the nurturing practices of agriculture.
Check out the video here Connect with Mathew: IG@Tendy43_Greens Connect with Chardeney: @Chardeney_Mason_Creations Support the podcast by joining the Patreon. Evergreen State College - Olympia, Washington Deep Roots Urban Tea House Oakland Leaf Growing Together Projects.Org Bombera Restaurant Pomet Restaurant Jo's Modern Thai Chef Sarah Germany Rocky's Market
Building a Personal Brand & The Behind-the-Scenes of Running a Creative Business with Justerica
@justericaangelic @jangelic.creativestudio www.justericaangelic.com
@RemixTheContent www.ChardeneyMasonCreations.com @ChardeneyMasonCreations www.patreon.com/ChardeneyMasonCreations?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator
Unleashing Creativity: Navigating Creative Burnout and Finding Balance
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Meet The Author of Positioned To Fail by Norris Jackson & Learn How To Avoid Financial Mistakes
April is Financial Literacy Month! In this week's episode, I invited Norris Jackson, author of a Financial Literacy book called Positioned To Fail, to inform us how to avoid some common financial mistakes and his journey writing his first book. Norris walks us through his financial journey, his nontraditional philosophy on spending habits, and why it's important to prioritize prenups, and much more.
Connect with Norris on Instagram here
Check out the book here.
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Cheryl W. Brooks introduces us to another Hidden Figure during Black History Month : Madame Sara Spencer Washington
In this week's episode, I chatted with Cheryl W. Brooks. She is an author, professional singer/songwriter, and editor. She introduces us to another Hidden Figure during Black History Month: Madame Sara Spencer Washington through her book Golden Beauty Boss: The Story of Madame Sara Spencer Washington and the Apex Empire’.
Tune in to hear her journey of how she learned about this hidden figure while researching her debut book, Chicken Bone Beach: A Pictorial History of Atlantic City’s Missouri Avenue Beach. Cheryl’s first book was nominated for a 2017 Literary Award with the Schomburg Center in New York City, used in classrooms at Purdue University, and referenced in The Oxford Handbook of American Folklore and Folklife Studies.
Check out some of the people or things mentioned in this episode:
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Connect with Cheryl
IG:@cherylwoods
Website: http://www.cherylwbrooksauthor.com
Music: http://www.cheryllwoods.com
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Engineering Sound with Latrez McClam
Meet Latrez, one of the audio engineers behind the Not Your Average Culture podcast. Tune in to hear his journey of how he got into mixing and mastering the art of sound. Latrez is an audio engineer and producer based in Atlanta, GA. He received his B.S. in recording arts in 2014 and shortly hit the ground running at Patchwerk Recording Studios. With a great ear for music and skillset, Latrez now works with major industry names. His credits span Includes artists such as Lil Duval (Best Life) Young Dolph, Blockboy JB, YFN Lucci, Jacquees, and many more.
Check out some of the people or things mentioned in this episode.
- Connect with Latrez here
- Patchwerk Recording Studios
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New Year | New Growth | New Goals
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Books. Tech. & Blackness with Kaya Thomas
Stay connected with Kaya follow her on Twitter: @kthomas901
Website: kaya.dev
Apps Developed by Kaya:
We Read Too
Irth App
Check out some of the things mentioned in this episode:
Hacking With Swift
How to write iOS apps with Paul Hudson follow on Twitter @twostraws
Raywenderlich : How to make different types of apps and games
Code With Chris tutorials on Youtube
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How to Get Comfortable Talking About Money | The Broke Millennial Money Talks Book & Giveaway with Erin Lowry
In this episode I chat with Erin Lowry, author of the three part Broke Millennial series of books. We talk about how to curb impulse spending and how to have more natural conversations about money.
For anyone who purchases the book can submit proof of purchase to team@brokemillennial.com to get the exclusive bonus chapter and other goodies!
Stay connected with Erin follow her on IG: @thebrokemillenniablog Website: https://brokemillennial.com/
Check out some of the things mentioned in this episode:
On Instagram & Podcasts
Miss Be Helpful
Journey To Launch
The Budgetnista
Brown Ambition Podcast
Planet Money
Business Wars Podcast
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- Screen shot this episode, tag us both in your IG story and tell us what was your biggest takeaway was from this episode or anything else you would like to share
The winner will receive a copy of her book along with a few other goodies.
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How to Be Your Own Boss & Get Your Money Right with Justin Bridges
In this episode, I got a chance to chat with Justin Bridges about how to navigate life as a creative entrepreneur and how to stick to the plan once you create a financial goal. We dive deep into how he has navigated from the financial industry into being his own boss through fashion photography, podcasting, and more. Justin hosts a weekly podcast dedicated to being a resource on freelance, finance, and personal wellness, and you can check it out here.
Check out some of the things mentioned in this episode:
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Creative Live
Stay connected with JustinIG: @bybridgesPodcast: @freelancekillsStudio: @peachstudio_nyc
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How to Repurpose Your Creative Services, Expand Your Business, & Break Into the Entertainment Industry
In this week's episode, I got a chance to chat with RJ Temple. He shared his journey of how he went from being a musician to writing stageplays to now working within the Themed Entertainment Industry producing and writing shows for major companies, cruise ships, theme parks, and more. Connect with RJ on LinkedIn here
Check out some of the things mentioned in this episode.
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The Truth About Dating with Fauna Solomon
In this week's episode, I talked to Fauna Solomon, and she shares her unique perspective on dating. Fauna is a dating expert and creator of TheDatingTruth.com. She provides honest advice and simple instruction for men and women committed to building stronger relationships. She works on the internets and goes by The Convo Queen. She gives unsolicited advice on dating, career, marketing, personal branding, and self-worth. If you are currently single during the season of quarantine, then this is an episode you don't want to skip. Fauna gives her take on relationships and how to shift the narrative and mindset around being single.
To connect with Fauna, visit her website here.
For tips and advice on relationships, check out some of her articles on Medium.
Join: The Flirt Loung Facebook Group Visit: The Dating Truth
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Patrick Kling | How To Break Into The Themed Entertainment Industry, Black Out Tuesday & More
On June 2, 2020 Blackout Tuesday was a collective action against racism and police brutality. The action, originally initiated within the music industry in response to the killings of George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, and Breonna Taylor. Other industries followed suit to acknowledge the moment. Nickelodeon demonstrated support for the Black Lives Matter movement by going off the air for 8 minutes and 46 seconds and sharing a message about kids' rights. Patrick Kling, The Associate Art Director for Nickelodeon Experience Design decided to take this initiative a step further by going to Twitter and creating the space for individuals to connect with him one on one about how to break into the industry and support.
In this episode, Patrick shares his journey along with some tips, resources, and advice on how to break into the themed entertainment industry.
Connect with Patrick
LinkedIn
Twitter
Youtube
Things mentioned in this episode:
Themed Entertainment Association
IAAPA
Blooloop.com
InParkMagazine
Looking for ways to support:
Black Lives Matter: https://blacklivesmatter.com/
National Resource List: https://linktr.ee/nationalresourceslist
How to enhance your Allyship for the LGBTQ Community
LGBTQ Resource List: https://www.glaad.org/resourcelist
A guide to Allyship:https://guidetoallyship.com/
A kid-friendly video explaining how to be an Ally: How To Be An Ally ✊🏿✊🏾| #CreatorsForChange
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Nia Ridgle | Mental Health & Wellness
July is minority mental health month. In this weeks episode I got a chance to chat with Nia Ridgle. She is a Licensed Mental Health Faith-Based Therapist, currently residing in San Jose California. She is the owner of Ridgle Consulting. In addition to owning her private practice, Nia is a full-time practitioner at Kaiser Permanente Adult Psychiatry Department.
Nia’s area of expertise primarily focuses on treating mental health symptoms such as: depression, trauma/PTSD, anxiety and transition. She believes when you make yourself the solution to your problems, you take back your power by taking full accountability to be the change you desire.
Nia’s life’s mission is to support and empower others while instilling foundational principles to help break unhealthy habits and repeating cycles. She finds when you reveal you, you heal.
Resources & things mentioned in this episode:
Ridgle Consulting
Better Help
Psychology Today
Therapy for Black Girls
Looking for ways to support?
Give the gift of free therapy to a minority in need through contributing to the WA Therapy Fund here
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Dasarte Yarnway | Young Money & Actions to Design Your Wealth While You Still Can
Arlan Hamilton - Investing For Beginners & It's About Damn Time
In this episode I got chance to speak with Arlan Hamilton Founder and Managing partner of Backstage Capital to talk about investing for beginners, tips for recent graduates, how to raise money for a company, and her book It's About Damn Time.
Stay Connected with Arlan and other topics mentioned in this episode
Follow:
Arlan on Twitter @ArlanWasHere
Arlan on Instagram @ArlanWasHere
Check out her book here
Arlan's Academy on how to raise capital for your company
Other topics mentioned in this episode:
Gimlet Media : A six-part series on Arlan Hamilton and her company, Backstage Capital.
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Episode 14: Diversity, Inclusion & Beyond | Maira Benjamin - Director of Engineering at Pandora
In this episode, I spoke with Maira Benjamin - Director of Engineering at Pandora. We talked about how Diversity and Inclusion are not just buzz topics within the workplace but also how it shows up in other areas such as health and education. We also talked about the work she's doing to help encourage and retain more women within the tech industry.
Connect with Maira on Linked here Check out my Medium post here
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Episode 13: Mood Boosting Books & Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
In this week's episode, I share some updates along with some books I'm currently enjoying and sharing some tips I've found to be helpful when I experience creative blocks or experiencing imposter syndrome.
Check out the books I mentioned here:
Sharing some of my thought on Medium here:
https://medium.com/@cjmmason/how-podcasting-changed-my-life-31ce7817757e
Therapy | Mental Health & Mindfulness
Episode 12 : DC is Chillin | Pursuing Your Passion & Personal Branding
Passion Over Popular Opinion
In this episode, I chatted with Durell, aka DC is Chillin Oakland's very own DJ, event host, and entrepreneur. We talked about his upbringing in Oakland, breaking into the entertainment industry and personal branding. Tune in to hear his story and get tips on being a DJ, being present, and more!
Stay Connected with DC is Chillin on IG here
Catch DC on the 106.1 KMEL weekdays 6 am - 2 pm
On iHeart Radio Vontourage podcast
Weekends on V101
People mentioned
- DJ Mind Motion
- DJ Appolo
- DJ Qbert
- Scotty Fox
- The Oakland Faders
- DJ Fuze - Digital Underground
- DJ Hector
- Soul Profess
- DJ Henrock
- Daddy Rolo
- DJ Espinosa
Book: How to DJ Right
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Episode 11 : Lesley Touche Founder of Next Play Events - How to land your dream job in tech
Lesley Touche is the founder of Next Play. Events curated to help young professionals of color land their dream job within the tech industry. In this week's episode I chatted with Lesley and discussed how left his corporate job at Linkedin as a recruiter to start his own company. Tune in to hear how to land your dream job in tech. Stay Connected with Lesley and other organizations discussed in this episode Follow: @nextplayevents Other organizations mentioned in this episode Linkedin Learning LinkedIn General Assembly Newsletters NYAC Stay up to date with all things related to Not Your Average Culture (NYAC) A community of creatives, self-starters, and dream chasers. We share authentic stories of those who are living life on their own terms. We believe in building others up by sharing resources, inspiration, and programs to help others along their journey. Join the exclusive list to be one of the first to be notified about the latest podcast, programs or events.
Episode 10 : How to deal with difficult people
I'm excited for this milestone. This is my 10th podcast and I'm looking forward to season 3!
Episode 9: Liane Membis | How to identify a BAUCE
Liane Membis is the founder and editorial director of BAUCE Magazine. She originally created BAUCE as a platform for driven and ambitious women of color who desire to become high net-worth individuals. Liane Membis is also a full stack web developer and wordsmith that is based in New York City.
In this weeks episode I chatted with Liane and discussed how she juggles personal and professional relationships as an entrepreneur. We also touched on what it looks like truly be a boss. Tune in to hear how she uses her lifestyle magazine to help women gain financial freedom. We discuss non-traditional approaches to obtaining an higher education and how she is working to hold women accountable about reaching their financial goals.
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Episode 8: Genevieve Leighton-Armah: Women Support & Self Care
"If you build the table right we can all have a seat at the table."
Genevieve Leighton-Armah is the Academy Coordinator at BayCat Academy. BAYCAT ACADEMY is an internationally-acclaimed school that provides free digital media education to underserved youth and young adults in San Francisco.
In this weeks episode I chatted with Genevieve and discussed how BAYCAT and other programs provide support to the youth and young adults within the creative community. We also touched on what it means to support your friends, and the importance of implementing self-care. Tune in to hear more about how she hopes to take a non-traditional approach to the criminal justice system by implementing art and diversion programs as a Juvenile Judge. Also learn how she is personally supporting her innovative friends that created Women Sound Off.
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Other organizations mentioned in this episode
Donda's House
More About Genevieve
Episode 7: Ro$$ Mac | 10,000 Puts & Up Next
In this weeks episode I chatted with Ro$$ Mac who is an Entrepreneur and Entertainer. We discuss his various business ventures from the infamous Drill parties, Drink Haus Chicago, Up Next App, working on Wall Street to balancing life as an entertainer. Tune in to learn how he juggles life as an entrepreneur and how he is revolutionizing what it means to be cool. Ross is being intentional with his music by incorporating terms used on Wall Street with hopes it will inspire the youth to learn more about business and finances. Stay connected with Ro$$ Follow him on IG @imrossmac Turn Up @itsthedrill Grab a bite to eat @drinkhauschi www.drinkhauschi.com Check out his latest project
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Episode 6: Adanta Ahanonu Making The Career Switch & Year Up
In this episode Adanta shares her experience of making the career switch from the insurance industry to a woman in tech as a Site Director for Year Up. Tune in to hear how she helping introduce the youth to Silicon Valley.
For more information about Year Up visit their website
www.yearup.org/
Episode 5: Top 5 Timeless Books for Motivation in 2019
Happy New Year!
Here are 5 books I read that has helped me remain positive and motivated on my journey as a creative.
- The Secret
- The Gifts of Imperfection
- The Alchemist
- Essentialism
- You Are A Badass
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Episode 4: Kyla Langdon | Creating Her Own Lane
Episode 3: Entrepreneurship With Justin Camper: Starting A Business While Studying To Be A Lawyer
Episode 2: Relationships with Cierra Thurman: Traits to look for when determining if your date is relationship material
Asking yourself is he the one? Don’t know if you're in a toxic relationship or trying to escape one? Author and transformational speaker Cierra Thurman shares her experience with a nationally televised breakup on the Steve Harvey Show, and traits to look for to determine if you are dating someone who is long term relationship material. Steve Harvey Show Links: Cierra Speaker Demo https://youtu.be/OFZXzd4t0Zw Episode 1 recap https://youtu.be/y8M6_KW-1MQ Episode 2 Video no longer available Episode 3 recap https://youtu.be/S2_4_bpSNs4 Episode 4 recap https://youtu.be/aXXyR8nOyWE Episode 4 deleted scene love and bball https://youtu.be/nXAaTBBNsRI Keep in touch with Cierra :-) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cierra.thurman/ Snapchat: cierra.thurman Email: cierra.thurman@ymail.com Shop: https://shop.totallifechanges.com/cierrathurman/products www.cierrathurman.com
Episode 1: Making The Most Out of Your Waiting Period| Mental Health & Therapy with Shantia Morgan
Now Introducing: Not Your Average Culture (NYAC) Podcast
The aim is to break down things we have normalized in the world and reintroduce the various cultures avenues that are accessible to us all. Especially in today’s society where everyone is becoming more consumed with what others are doing online opposed to taking progressive action towards their personal growth and development. I realize this podcast will serve as my testimony as well as encourage others to follow their dreams.
Here are some specific examples of each topic I will cover.
Dating: When it comes to dating it’s always assumed that the guy should ask the woman out.
I want to explore the idea of other ways people can approach dating and expectations from relationships.
Creative: There are some people who believe they have to be born with a special talent such as singing or being athletic in order to have a creative outlet.
I want to share with people new events, ideas, and other interesting things that are occurring