Artists Without DayJobs
67 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 82 ratingsArtists Without DayJobs is the show that takes you through the process of making a business of your art. Each week Jo-Ná Williams (attorney, advisor & speaker), will interview a full-time creator, a business or wellness expert, or give you the tools and strategies she's used in helping thousands of artists successfully navigate their careers and start their creative businesses. Hear the inspiring stories of creators on the other side or empowering action tips to assist you on your journey of entrepreneurship. If you're a creator that wants to leave their day job, you can't afford to miss this show. Check us out on Instagram at instagram.com/jwilliamsesq or email us at [email protected]
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Ep 75: Our final episode! Thank you for listening.
April 03, 2020 04:00 - 10 minutes - 14.8 MBAfter 5 amazing years, we are saying goodbye to Artists Without DayJobs and hello to what's next! Thank you so much for listening, sharing, and supporting. We hope this show has served you well and we are so grateful for you. Make sure you sign up for our newsletter at jo-na.com to find out what's next. Also, stay subscribed to the show!
Ep 74: How her intuition shifted her from lawyer to comedian w/ Jocelyn Chia
March 27, 2020 04:00 - 47 minutes - 64.7 MBThis episode is special because I am interviewing one of my dear friends, Jocelyn Chia about her journey from being a lawyer to a professional comedian. What I love about her story is the moment when she knew that comedy was her passion and she could no longer deny it so she took a major risk and it paid off. Such a compelling story. I think you're going to enjoy hearing it. Bio: Jocelyn Chia is a bi-continental standup comedian, splitting her time between New York and Singapore. She has ...
Ep 73: Tips for creating your own "Beautiful Money" story w/ Leanne Jacobs
March 20, 2020 04:00 - 46 minutes - 63.6 MBI am so excited for this episode! My amazing client, Leanne Jacobs is an expert on holistic wealth creation which is such an important topic and integral to our wellbeing. In this episode, she shares her fascinating journey with money and how you can create your own beautiful money story. I hope you love it as much as we did. It was a fun one! Leanne Jacobs is the author of Beautiful Money and the founder of HealthyGirl. She has her B.Sc in Biomedical Toxicology as well as her MBA. She is...
Bonus - Free Covid-19 Contract Workshop for Freelancers & Creatives
March 19, 2020 20:43 - 3 minutes - 3.61 MBHave you experienced financial hardship from COVID-19 related gig cancellations & reschedules? Register to receive the recording of my Free Covid-19 Workshop for Freelancers, Creatives, & Artists. Register at: bit.ly/coronaworkshop In this workshop you will learn: The clauses in your contract that could help you receive thousands of unpaid wages and fees. Legal options to receive payment for canceled gigs and events. The most important clauses to have in your agreements to p...
Ep 72: Creating a non-traditional path to acting through yoga w/ Amanda Gloria Valdes
March 13, 2020 16:45 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBToday I had the pleasure of interviewing actor, yoga teacher, and modern-day goddess, Amanda Gloria Valdes. What I love about her is how she has created a two-prong business and each part feeds the other and essentially created a non-traditional path to accomplishing her dreams. I think you're going to love this one. Amanda's mission is to bring yoga to Non/traditional spaces and storytelling through acting. You can find her on IG @amandagloriayoga and us at @jwilliamsesq
Ep 71: She Allowed the Universe & her grind guide her music journey w/ Asha Santee
March 06, 2020 05:00 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBToday I speak with one of my all-time favorite people in the world, Asha Santee. She's one of the few artists I've seen go straight into being a full-time independent artist and never look back. The story of her impeccable grind coupled with the beautiful way she listens to her intuition is so inspiring. When we spoke she'd recently recovered from a car accident which has major effects on how she viewed life and making sure she squeezed every drop from it. I hope you enjoy this incredible in...
Ep 70: Being a multi-passionate entrepreneur w/ Yvonna Kopacz
February 28, 2020 05:00 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MBToday Jo-Ná talks to Yvonna Kopacz, she is best known for her eight year tenure as Melissande Bauer on Guiding Light, Yvonna Kopacz Wright began her career as a model after entering a contest in Seventeen Magazine. She has appeared in various TV shows and movies, such as Cosby, Damages, Unforgettable, Perfect Stranger and more. She has had a recurring role on Blue Bloods as Detective Ava Hotchkiss and is currently appearing on Law and Order: SVU as Dr. Darby Wilder. Yvonna is also a beekeepe...
Ep 69: How shifting his priorities landed him on the right artist path
February 21, 2020 05:00 - 44 minutes - 61 MBToday we talk to Johnny Tarajosu, a multimedia creative with mastery over many artistic disciplines. From motion graphics and animation to painting murals and video editing, Tarajosu works to improve each craft daily. Currently, Tarajosu ties his broad skillset together in his work as a Creative Director at a marketing agency based in Boca Raton. One of the things I love about this conversation is he talks about HOW his artistic journey took some pivots he wasn’t expecting and how GETTING a ...
Ep 68: Being a living legend as an artist, muse, and healer w/ Domonique Echeverria
February 14, 2020 05:00 - 49 minutes - 68.4 MBToday we talk to Domonique Echeverria, she is a queer Latinx intuitive reiki healer, medicine woman, artist and muse. Originally from the Bay Area, Echeverria moved to New York in 2010 where she became a muse and mother hen to the underground fashion world, modeling for Givenchy, Gypsy Sport Chris Habana, and hosting parties for the top promoters in NY from Brooklyn to Uptown. After being mishandled by the psychiatric and medical world, Echeverria’s fate changed, surviving a suicide attempt ...
Ep 67: Strategies for success in business from a Serial entrepreneur w/ Cee Smith
February 07, 2020 05:00 - 31 minutes - 25.3 MBToday we talk to Cee Smith, a Serial Entrepreneur, Angel Investor and Eco system builder. Investing in Woman and LGBTQ lead companies. With more than a decade of experience operating & scaling businesses, her expertise in media and business development are unparalleled. She has combined her knack for team building with the hard business rules of identifying models, developing processes, and strategizing growth for dozens of ventures. Her portfolio includes an array of businesses in the ...
Ep 66: The power of writing your truth and making money from your art w/ Azin Mafi
January 31, 2020 05:00 - 48 minutes - 39.2 MBToday we talk to Azin Mafi. She is an Iranian-born poet, writer and activist living in Los Angeles, California. As a refugee, writing is a means through which she negotiates the terms and conditions of forever being a woman in exile. She is currently working on a forthcoming book of poetry and can be found sharing her work at various venues across Los Angeles. Her work is driven by memories, nostalgia, identity, and rebellion. Her poetry is deeply human, political and intertwined with the ...
Ep 65: How to change careers & live your true purpose w/ Shavonda Gardner
January 24, 2020 16:24 - 38 minutes - 35.7 MBToday we talk to Shavonda Gardner is an Interior Designer & Stylist, Content Creator, and Social Media maven who is passionate about helping people create spaces that bring them joy...whatever that may look or feel like to them. After spending six years in the military she was craving a creative change and thus her path into design and entrepreneurship began. She loves moody eclectic-bohemian spaces, small space living, and believes every space needs something black and something unexpecte...
Ep 64: Strategies for success from chef & actor, Ayinde Howell
November 15, 2019 05:00 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MBThis episode is one for the books. I get to interview an incredible human whose story is a true testament to following your dreams. I hope you love this one! Ayinde Howell is based in LA he's an award-winning film actor, member of the famed UCB Maude cast, principal in a global campaign for the NFL and has appeared on numerous TV shows such as Brooklyn 99, Dear White people Single Parents and more. Also an entrepreneur his famous Mac & Yease can be found in 58 Whole Foods Markets across the ...
Ep 63: How determination & focus helped Peti Lau build her Interior design empire.
October 28, 2019 04:00 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBI am so proud to interview my amazing client, Peti Lau who is an interior designer, brand maven and overall badass. Shes talks in this interview about how she narrowed in her focus to create her incredible design signature that she calls, AristoFreak. She has worked with top interior design firms including Cullman & Kravis, Jeff Lincoln, Huniford Design Studio, and iCrave. She holds a degree from the New York School of Interior Design, and has studied historical architecture and interiors...
Ep 61: Building a business from your gifts w/ Tatianna Tarot, Pt. 2
September 27, 2019 07:00 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBPart 2 of interviewing my amazing guest, Tatianna Tarot! In this episode, we talk about all the triumphs and challenges she's experienced along the way to building her spiritual empire! It's a good one. Find her on IG @tatiannatarot and our show @jwilliamsesq.
EP 60: Creating a business from your gifts w/ Tatianna Tarot, Pt. 1
September 27, 2019 04:00 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBIn the Artists Without DayJobs Final Season Premiere we speak to a dear friend of mine, Tatianna Tarot. She’s a gifted tarot practitioner, priestess, and diviner. She’s someone who’s built a wildly successful business around her gifts but she hasn’t ALWAYS felt passionate about them. She’s honest around how her life led her down this road while she had dreams of being a dancer. Now she’s on a mission to bring people peace and clarity through her spiritual gifts. It’s truly remarkable. Fin...
Bonus - Ep 59: Navigating the Visual Art World w/ Noah Smalls
September 20, 2019 04:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBI am so excited to introduce you to Noah Smalls! He's a force as an independent curator and we had a very important and special talk regarding how artists can actually enter the art world on their own terms. His mission is to contribute to the ongoing transition of the museum field into one offering broader educational opportunities and expanding social impact. You can see Noah's work through collaborations with Danny Simmons (another AWDJ guest) and museums all throughout Philadelphia. H...
Ep 58: In a rut? Do this. Also, prepping for Season 4
June 14, 2019 04:00 - 10 minutes - 9.22 MBHost Jo-Ná talks about the end of Season 3 and how to get out of a rut as an entrepreneur. If you want to connect to the show make sure you hit us up on IG at jwilliamsesq. Also, don't forget to sign up for our newsletter list at jo-nawilliams.com to get the alerts for when Season 4 debuts AND get access to all my free business and legal workshops for creators!
Ep 57: Fulltime art & activism with Meryl Ranzer
May 24, 2019 04:00 - 29 minutes - 40.9 MBMeryl Lynn has been a visual and performance artist, designer, entrepreneur, and women’s rights activist all her life. As an artist, Meryl worked with Eve Ensler and Sally Fisher on the first V-Day in Madison Square Garden in 2001. She has had one woman gallery shows in NYC, created well-received feminist performance pieces, and has acted as co-curator in the group shows she participated in. Meryl is now working on several multi-disciplinary projects that meld her art, fashion, and activi...
Ep 56: Honoring your ancestors in your business. That's a thing?
May 17, 2019 04:00 - 5 minutes - 4.81 MBHost Jo-Ná tells her story about her relationship with her ancestors and how that affects her business. If you want to connect with the show find us on IG @jwilliamsesq or you can email us at [email protected].
Ep 55: Budgeting for Creatives & Artists w/ Pam Capalad
May 10, 2019 04:00 - 40 minutes - 56 MBToday we speak to Certified Financial Planner, Pam Capalad. She's the founder of Brunch & Budget and financial firm that takes the scary out of planning for your financial future through one of my favorite vehicle's BRUNCH! Pam has been in the financial services industry since 2008 and spent a lot of those years at wealth management firms. She's based in Brooklyn, NY and serve clients virtually in the New York City area and across the country. You can find her firm at brunchandbudget.com....
Ep 54: Are you destroying your brand's image?
May 03, 2019 04:00 - 6 minutes - 6.26 MBHost Jo-Ná discusses how you can tell if you're doing damage to your brand's positioning. Sign up for our newsletter at jo-nawilliams.com or check us out on IG at jwilliamsesq.
Ep 53: Living your passion through pleasure w/ Cindy Rainne
April 19, 2019 13:12 - 31 minutes - 43.7 MBI am so excited for you to meet this incredible woman and phenomenal musician. We met in 2014 and I have been working with her ever since. On this episode, we speak to her about how committing to her own empowerment and pleasure has created a life of her dreams. Official Bio: Cindy Rainne is a classically trained vocalist and a classical pianist who comes from a family of Trinidadian descent. She's built a robust profile through singing in front of sold-out crowds, earning awards for music...
Ep 52: Do you have "Employee Mentality"?
April 12, 2019 04:00 - 4 minutes - 4.49 MBHave you ever felt like "work was work" and creating wasn't? How can we change our mentality around creating to be aligned with doing our greatest work? Jo-Ná talks about her process of aligning both in this episode. If you want to connect with us check us out on IG at jwilliamsesq or email us at [email protected].
Ep 51: Manifesting and accepting guidance w/ Diana Dorell
April 05, 2019 04:00 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MBThis week, we speak to the amazing healer, Diana Dorell. This woman has always been the master at manifestation and allowing the magic to show up. I can't wait until you hear what she had to say regarding allow the Universe to bring you what you desire! Diana Dorell is a third generation healer, certified Angel Therapy Practitioner with Doreen Virtue, Ph.D, numerologist, Reiki Master and former radio host. Diana helps powerful women feel confident and magnetic in their relationships, star...
Ep 50: What's your message? Nah. What you should ask instead.
March 29, 2019 04:00 - 6 minutes - 6.15 MBWhen you're an entrepreneur many coaches will ask you what's your message? Jo-Naá talks about the deeper question that resonates with creators and soul-based entrepreneurs which will really get to the heart of the matter.
Ep 49: Continuing to thrive as a creator with Warren McCrae
March 22, 2019 15:53 - 41 minutes - 57.6 MBHow do you keep your business going as your industry shifts? How do you continue to thrive in your creative life as you continue to navigate change and profitability year after year? Warren has the answer. He's been in the music industry as an engineer, musician and studio owner for over 25 years! Having worked with greats such as Tina Turner, Alicia Keys, and even 50 Cent, Warren has grown with the industry while also maintaining a thriving recording studio. On this episode, he shares his s...
Ep 48: Do you need to burn it all down? A lesson in evolving.
March 15, 2019 04:00 - 7 minutes - 6.47 MBHost Jo-Ná shares some advice on figuring out how to grow in your business and life. If you want to connect with us you can reach us on IG at jwilliamsesq or artistswithoutdayjobs or feel free to email the show at [email protected]
Ep 47: Diversity & the inkblot with Project Inkblot
March 08, 2019 14:49 - 56 minutes - 77.6 MBProject Inkblot is a NYC based consultancy that developed Design for Diversity™(D4D), a powerful design & capacity building framework to help teams build inclusive and equitable services, products and content for all people. I met these two powerful souls when we were doing a speaking gig together at Brooklyn Museum! Today we discuss their powerful story of how they developed their amazing company and their mission to continue changing the world in their way.
Ep: 46 Taking care of your personal relationships as an entrepreneur
March 01, 2019 05:54 - 7 minutes - 7.24 MBAh! While our mission as a creator can be our passion, it's important that we make sure we don't fall off track with tending to our personal lives and the relationships that enrich it! Host Jo-Na shares some tips on how to keep them intact while you navigate the wild world of being a creative business owner. Follow Jo-Na and the show on IG at @artistswithoutdayjobs and @jwilliamsesq
Ep 45: Advice for professionals in the Art world w/ Sara Kay
February 20, 2019 08:05 - 44 minutes - 60.9 MBI didn't meet Sara Kay at an art gallery, but as we were both getting our yoga certifications and was introduced to her amazing work. I invited her on the show because I knew she could give some serious advice to those in the visual art world on how to make it work. Please welcome this powerful changemaker, Sara Kay. With nearly 20 years of experience and a diverse background that includes conservation, museum, auction, gallery and non-profit, Sara is considered both an industry specialist...
Ep 44: Special V-Day Message
February 14, 2019 16:38 - 10 minutes - 9.25 MBHost Jo-Ná speaks about how we can take our power back over how we feel.
Ep 43: Self-care, boundaries and community activism w/ Ryann Holmes
February 06, 2019 10:00 - 40 minutes - 56 MBRyann has worked and lived in Brooklyn since 2005, fighting for love, and the freedom of our people. By cultivating creative spaces and supporting the economic development of the community, Ryann continues to dream and to create pathways of creativity, expression, beloved community, and love as wealth. So, in 2009, Ryann founded the bklyn boihood collective. As of today the collective has grown to four core members, based in Detroit, Miami, and Brooklyn, over 50,000 online followers, 6 cale...
Ep 42: We're back! Season 3 baby!
February 06, 2019 05:00 - 8 minutes - 7.35 MBIn this episode, the host, Jo-Ná talks about the show and what's in store for the new season. Check us out @artistswithoutdayjobs or @jwilliamsesq or email the show at [email protected].
Bonus Ep - Detoxing & Season 3
November 28, 2018 08:00 - 7 minutes - 6.84 MBAhhh so it's time for a detox. Time of the year for rest, reflection and making space for your next move. On this episode, I share with you why I'm going on a detox and how you can set yourself up for your best year yet. Plus, some details about Season 3. IF you want to connect with me or the show go to @jwilliamsesq on all social media or visit: jo-nawilliams.com. See you in 2019 for Season 3!
Ep 41: Becoming a full-time healer and magic maker with Dr. Deganit Nuur
November 15, 2018 05:00 - 54 minutes - 75 MBHave you ever wondered how people build successful spiritual businesses? From Psychics to tarot readers, so many people have spiritual gifts and don't understand how to build a sustainable living from them. Well If you're wondering, Dr. Deganit Nuur one of the most successful spiritual teachers in the wellness world shares her story of how she built her wildly successful practice, Nuurvana starting from the early days. This episode will totally demystify the process. Let's dive in! Degani...
Ep 40: Successfully changing careers to follow your own path with Jen Groover
October 31, 2018 20:43 - 44 minutes - 60.7 MBGet ready for Jen Groover. This powerhouse is going to share with us some of her most important tips for creating a successful career even as you pivot to a new one. As Artists who eventually want to transition out of their dayjobs, I figured she would be an amazing guest since that's exactly what she did. Great ready to hear some amazing knowledge in her powerful and inspiring story. Jen Groover's Bio Jen Groover has been tagged by SUCCESS MAGAZINE as a “One-Woman Brand,” a “Creativit...
Ep 39: Tax secrets for savvy creators with Alexis Kimbrough
October 23, 2018 22:05 - 30 minutes - 42.5 MBToday we're talking to Alexis Kimbrough of the Tax Firm, Growth Group and we are so excited about it. She runs a firm specifically geared towards helping musicians create the best tax strategies and the right foundation for their career. We have the opportunity to get all the savvy secrets on what we need to do for before the tax year starts! Can't wait for you to hear this episode. Alexis Kimbrough's bio: I received my degree in accounting while a member of Howard University’s “Showtim...
Ep 38: Following your dreams as a "Late Bloomer" with Malia
October 17, 2018 13:48 - 47 minutes - 65.6 MBThis episode is really special because we get to hear the story of following your dreams from the perspective of an indie musician. Malia's music will touch your soul and her story is so inspiring. Hope you enjoy it. Music has always been a meaningful part of Malia’s life but was not really a focus until finally picking up the electric guitar a few years ago. Garnering an early buzz as an acoustic singer/songwriter, her recent studio work and live show reveal that this PNW-raised, LA-base...
Ep 37: Savvy money tips for creators with Farnoosh Torabi
October 10, 2018 13:25 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MBMoney money money! This is such an important topic for creators and I am so excited to bring you the best in the business on the subject, Farnoosh Torabi. She's an incredible expert who is shaking up the world with her savvy tips on money and she's was gracious enough to stop by the Artists Without DayJobs camp to share some of her expertise with us! Farnoosh is a sought-after speaker and bestselling author. Each year she speaks at numerous events, companies, organizations and schools....
Ep 36: Strengthening your intuition with these 3 simple exercises.
September 26, 2018 20:24 - 10 minutes - 9.17 MBYour intuition is the most powerful tool you have to navigate the world. Oftentimes we don't listen and have to learn our lessons the hard way. In this episode I give you some simple exercises to practice strengthening your ability to hear that voice and follow it's guidance so you can create more trust within yourself...and open to magic! If you want to connect with us check us out: Instagram: @jwilliamsesq Website: jo-nawilliams.com Facebook: Facebook.com/jwilliamesq Twitter: @jwi...
Ep 35: World Evolution and Freedom with Shaman Durek
September 19, 2018 16:28 - 1 hour - 91.3 MBI'm so excited for today's episode. We speak to Shaman Durek an incredible healer, prophet and spiritual leader on the planet. He shares with us how we can continue to access our own personal freedom over our circumstances. Sometimes the artist journey has some pitfalls and stumbling blocks but Shaman Durek shows us how to have power over our lives not be victim to them! This is a powerful one. Hope you enjoy. Shaman Durek's Bio: “Shaman Durek is a 3rd generation shaman who has devote...
Ep 34: The best technique for time management
September 13, 2018 04:00 - 12 minutes - 11.1 MBTime management! We all want to be better at it right? Well, Host Jo-Ná shares a way artists can their work with all the things we need to get done in our businesses WHILE still being creative. If you want to connect with us check us out on Instagram: @jwilliamsesq & @artistswithoutdayjobs Website: jo-nawilliams.com Facebook: Facebook.com/jwilliamesq & facebook.com/artistswithoutdayjobs Twitter: @jwilliamsesq You also check email the show at [email protected]
Ep 33: Turning obstacles into opportunities with Angelica Ross
September 05, 2018 04:00 - 51 minutes - 71.2 MBThis episode is really an honor. Today we speak to one of my favorite people on the planet, Angelica Ross. She's an activist, actress and powerful business leader paving the way for employment amongst transpeople with her incredible company, TransTech Social Enterprises. She talks to us today about her journey to becoming a highly sought-after actress and how her Buddhism plays a powerful role in her self-care and empowerment. Interviewing this powerhouse was such a treat. I even got emo...
Ep 32: The best tool to make your dreams a reality.
August 29, 2018 04:00 - 8 minutes - 8.12 MBHost Jo-Ná shares the most important tool you have to ensure your dreams come true. Yep, it's a dream theme and we're going there. How responsible are you for manifesting your dreams? Well, you're about to find out! If you want to connect with us check us out on Instagram: @jwilliamsesq & @artistswithoutdayjobs Website: jo-nawilliams.com Facebook: Facebook.com/jwilliamesq & facebook.com/artistswithoutdayjobs Twitter: @jwilliamsesq You also check email the show at artistswithou...
Ep 31: Changing courses and multiple revenue streams with Dorie Clark
August 22, 2018 04:00 - 38 minutes - 52.7 MBThis week we hear the story of my good friend, Dorie Clark who not only transitioned out of her non-profit job and built a very successful business as an expert in reinvention, she also talks about how she's expanded her empire my creating multiple revenue streams and you can too! So much great info. Can't wait to hear what new revenue streams you build after listening! Dorie Clark is an adjunct professor at Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business and the author of Entrepreneurial You, ...
Ep 30: The 1 simple shift that will help you manifest your dreams.
August 15, 2018 04:00 - 8 minutes - 8.1 MBToday we discuss the one simple shift that I made when setting intentions for my life the has created HUGE changes in how quickly they manifest. Hint: It's a tip I learned from Mama Gena's School of Womanly Arts. Can't wait for you to use it and release attachment forever! If you want to connect with us check us out on Instagram: @jwilliamsesq & @artistswithoutdayjobs Website: jo-nawilliams.com Facebook: Facebook.com/jwilliamesq & facebook.com/artistswithoutdayjobs Twitter: @jwi...
Ep 29: Evolving with your dreams with Juliana Luna
August 08, 2018 04:00 - 54 minutes - 74.5 MBYou don't want to miss this beautiful episode. My dear friend Juliana Luna shares her story of growing up as a marginalized woman and carving her own unique path as a creative that has taken her all over the world...Hint: She traces her journey through her ancestry and sees how it all cosmically connects. Such an incredible story. If you want to connect with Juliana you can check her out on Instagram: @julianaluna If you want to connect with us check us out on Instagram: @jwilliamses...
Ep 28: The difference between Beyoncé and the rest of us.
August 01, 2018 04:00 - 5 minutes - 5.33 MBToday's episode is all about the single key to accessing our inner greatness. It's the key to Beyonce's success and countless others. Hope this episode inspires you to go for it! If you want to connect with us check us out on Instagram: @jwilliamsesq & @artistswithoutdayjobs Website: jo-nawilliams.com Facebook: Facebook.com/jwilliamesq & facebook.com/artistswithoutdayjobs Twitter: @jwilliamsesq You also check email the show at [email protected]
EP 27: Building stability and sustainability as an artist with Danny Simmons
July 25, 2018 04:00 - 35 minutes - 48.1 MBToday we're talking to one of my absolute favorite artists and good friend, Danny Simmons! He shares how he went from a being a social worker to owning a full-on art empire and how you can too. So many gems in this episode! Daniel “Danny” Simmons, Jr. is an abstract-expressionist painter. Older brother of hip-hop impresario Russell Simmons and rapper Joseph Simmons (“Rev. Run” of Run DMC), he is the founder and Vice Chairman of the Rush Philanthropic Arts Foundation and Rush Arts Gallery....