L.I.F.E. on podcast
277 episodes - English - Latest episode: 15 days ago - ★★★★★ - 8 ratingsL.I.F.E. (which stands for Listening and Inspiring Friends in Entertainment) used to be a live monthly event held at Icon Studios in Atlanta,Georgia. Founded by Stone Stafford, L.I.F.E. was to be a place where people in entertainment could come together and learn valuable life lessons while also being able to share challenges and difficulties in their careers and personal lives. Then COVID happened. At the persistent urging of his co-host, Jony Van, Stone made the pivot to taking L.I.F.E. to the podcasting platform. So welcome, to L.I.F.E. on podcast. We're glad you're here.
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174. The Perspective Evolution
April 03, 2023 10:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MBThe definition of perspective goes beyond just drawing or art. It literally affects how we understand or perceive things. In other words, perspective influences our perception. In this episode we talk about how you can change your perspective to help understand something or someone better without necessarily changing your beliefs or core values, which is a big fear for many people. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
173. Troy Taylor on TikTok, R&B and Lucifer
March 27, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MBListen in as Grammy award winning producer, Troy Taylor breaks down Trey Songz as a rapper, the future of R&B music, AI and TikTok artists getting major record deals. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
Yes, You Can Be A Major Independent Artist
March 20, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 50.1 MBAfter almost making it as a major Gospel artist, Chris Willis found his stardom in the last genre he ever thought it would happen... as an independent artist. With his hit song "Love Is Gone" with David Guetta breaking the Billboard Hot 100 and while also landing at #1 on the Billboard Dance chart, Chris Willis began seeing major level success as an independent artist. But what next? Listen or watch as we sit down and chat with dance popstar, Chris Willis. Regenerate response Support...
171. Oscars Comebacks and Clapbacks
March 14, 2023 01:00 - 39 minutes - 26.8 MBWith Jamie Lee Curtis winning the Oscar for best supporting actress, Angela Bassett gets snubbed yet again. Jamie Lee Curtis’s one of four actors Ke Huy Quan, Michelle Yeoh, Brendan Fraser, and Jamie Lee Curtis who thought their careers may have been over but ended up winning Oscars. Meanwhile, Chris rock drops his Netflix special “Selective Outrage” and gets his revenge on Will Smith. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
170. Multi-Grammy winner Leslie Brathwaite on Music & Technology
March 06, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBIs the future of music with Al? Machine learning is revolutionizing music production, songwriting and recording enabling artists to unleash their creativity like never before. Multi-grammy winning mix engineer Leslie Brathwaite joins us on this journey of innovation and inspiration, where the power of Al meets the beauty of music. #Al #MusicTech #MachineLearning #Innovation" Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
Multi-Grammy winner Leslie Brathwaite on Music & Technology
March 06, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 57.5 MBIs the future of music with Al? Machine learning is revolutionizing music production, songwriting and recording enabling artists to unleash their creativity like never before. Multi-grammy winning mix engineer Leslie Brathwaite joins us on this journey of innovation and inspiration, where the power of Al meets the beauty of music. #Al #MusicTech #MachineLearning #Innovation" Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
169. She's Got Next
February 27, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 45.5 MBIn the male dominated music industry, female engineers are uncommon in most recording studios, but on the rise. Two young ladies, Emily Donaldson and Jessica Wong, share their experiences, challenges and tips on how they successfully navigate as working, up-and-coming engineers. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
168. Aging Backwards with Kelly Springer
February 20, 2023 11:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBLife in entertainment can be so grueling that often times our health is the last thing on our minds. We sat down with nutritionist Kelly Springer of Kelly's Choice as she discusses the importance of nutrition and how it can help us "age backwards". She emphasizes the role of a balanced diet in maintaining good health and preventing chronic diseases, as well as the impact of lifestyle factors such as exercise, sleep, and stress management. Overall, this podcast offers valuable insights into...
167. Jaguar Wright on the Dark Side of the Entertainment Industry
February 13, 2023 11:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBJaguar Wright, a Grammy-nominated singer and songwriter, has recently spoken out on her podcast about the dark side of the entertainment industry. The music business is rife with corruption and nefarious behavior. Stone and Jony reflect on Jaguars interview and share some of their own personal experiences with the dark side of the entertainment industry. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
166. Why You're Not Who, Where or What You Want To Be
February 06, 2023 11:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBWhether due to fear, anxiety or lack of consistency, we are who we are as a result of a series of a gazillion decisions we made throughout our lives. Decisions to do or not to do what's necessary to live our dream. Aristotle once said, "we are what we consistently do." This episode we will unlock the keys to becoming who you want to be and accomplishing the goals you want to accomplish. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
165. Florida vs African American History
January 30, 2023 11:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBAmerica has always taught the white-washed, edited version of US history in its schools. But now that the volume on African-American history has been turned up via a propose AP curriculum in Florida, people like Governor Ron DeSantis want to suddenly preach the "indoctrination vs education" sermon. We're going to break it all down in this episode. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
164. J. Cole's Procrastination (Broke)
January 23, 2023 11:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MBJ. Cole's 'Procrastination' (Broke) is a powerful and thought-provoking track that dives into the thoughts of procrastination and the struggles of staying motivated after success. Inspired by up-and-coming producer Bvtman, the song is vulnerable and honest, and Cole's delivery is both emotional and impactful. Listen as we share our perspective on this must-listen gem for hip-hop. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
163. Why Doing What Makes You Happy May Be Hurting You.
January 16, 2023 11:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBThe top pursuits of most people are money, happiness, wellbeing, and self-improvement. But what does it mean to be happy? In this episode, we explore the difference between happiness and joy. Happiness is often thought of as an emotion, dependent on external circumstances. Joy, is a deeper sustained sense of well-being, rooted in one's values and sense of purpose. We'll delve into the intricacies of these two emotions and discover how to cultivate more joy in our lives. Support the show h...
162. When Companies Must Choose Between Profit and People
January 09, 2023 11:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBA large chunk of the country watched as T. Higgins collided into the chest of Bills safety Damar Hamlin. After immediately getting back up, Damar collapsed 2 seconds later. The emergency responders spent over 15 minutes performing cpr to try to revive Hamlin. It took a whole hour for the NFL to decide to permanently suspend the game. Why?? Listen in as we discuss it in detail. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
161. 5 Ways to Create New Habits (that stick!)
January 02, 2023 11:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MBHappy New Year friends, family and fans! It's that "new year, new me" time of year again....again. Have you set your new year resolution for 2023? Is it the same resolution as last year? Are you looking to create some new habits and do new things? It's a common question which typically has the same common problem. Creating new habits often comes with difficulty sticking to them. These five tips are going to be a huge help for you. But like anything else, you have to do them in order for ...
160. Money Basics You Should Know & Apply ASAP
December 19, 2022 11:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MBYou hit the lottery winning numbers, got a huge moneygrm, or won the world cup prize money (congrats Argentina!). Or maybe you simply got your next paycheck. No matter how much or little currency you have, these basic financial terms are your start to understanding how to speak the language of money and hopefully put you on the financial education path to growing more. Not everyone can pull off a successful money heist! Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
159. Try This For Stress and Anxiety Relief
December 12, 2022 11:00 - 23 minutes - 15.9 MBProblems can often appear more dire than they really are due to stress and anxiety. Stress rash, hives, headaches anxiety attacks, are just minor symptoms that can occur from being stressed out. This one practice can help you put things in perspective to help relieve stress and anxiety, so that you can see the picture much clearer (and lower your cortisol in the process!) *Note: Be sure to check out this episode on YouTube to practice the suggested activity. Support the show https://ww...
158. Celebrities Are Not Human
December 05, 2022 11:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBOnce you reach a certain level of celebrity (which, for these purposes means fame AND fortune), you gain access to many things that "common folk" don't typically have access to. From proprietary information and products to some of the best care available. But does this level of status mean celebrities are no longer human and subject to typical human failures and weaknesses? Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
157. Rap Music: the Problem and the Cure?
November 28, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 59.1 MBIt's the whole chicken or the egg concept. Is violence in the black community exacerbated by some rap music? Or are rappers merely narrating the violence in the black community? Is the rapper accountable at all? The conversation got pretty intense over this highly controversial topic. What do you think? Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
156. Do This When You Have Too Many Good Ideas
November 21, 2022 11:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MBGood ideas have changed humanity. They are something everyone has. But what happens when you have too many and want to start them all at once? No matter how many or few ideas you have, the last step we will share is unavoidable. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
155. What The 2022 Midterms Have Revealed About US
November 14, 2022 11:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBHow did the candidate like Herschel Walker end up in a runoff? How did the issue of abortion takes center stage over the economy? Hod do political campaign ads really work? If you thought the election of the 45th president was a doozy, these midterms further revealed even more about our society. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
154 - What You Need to Know Before Investing In The Music Business
November 07, 2022 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MB"It was the best of times, it was the worst of times." The famous opening line from Charles Dickens' novel, "A Tale of Two Cities" perfectly describes the music industry in the digital age. Technology has put so much power and control and access into the creator's hands. But that also means more creations are out there which makes it exponentially harder to stand out. So is the music industry something you should invest your money in? Lyor Cohen shared his thoughts on the matter. Suppo...
153. A 50 Cent Lesson on Child Support
October 31, 2022 10:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MB"Greed is so destructive. It destroys everything." - Eartha Kitt "Greed isn't a financial issue, it's a heart issue." - Andy Stanley It has been said that child support ruins families. But be clear, weaponized child support ruins families. But 50 Cent has a lesson for us all. Well played 50. Well played. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
152. Here's Why Award Shows Are Dead
October 24, 2022 10:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBFrom Billboard to Soul Train to the Grammys, each year, the music industry recognizes the extraordinary work of musicians, writers and artists with exclusive awards. To win a Grammy, for example, carries a prestige that instantly verifies a creative as a legitimate talent. Even just being nominated carries significant weight. But how legit are these awards nowadays and how fair is the process of selecting the winners? Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
152. Are Award Shows Dead?
October 24, 2022 10:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBFrom Billboard to Soul Train to the Grammys, each year, the music industry recognizes the extraordinary work of musicians, writers and artists with exclusive awards. To win a Grammy, for example, carries a prestige that instantly verifies a creative as a legitimate talent. Even just being nominated carries significant weight. But how legit are these awards nowadays and how fair is the process of selecting the winners?
152. And the Award Goes To...
October 24, 2022 10:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBFrom Billboard to Soul Train to the Grammys, each year, the music industry recognizes the extraordinary work of musicians, writers and artists with exclusive awards. To win a Grammy, for example, carries a prestige that instantly verifies a creative as a legitimate talent. Even just being nominated carries significant weight. But how legit are these awards nowadays and how fair is the process of selecting the winners?
151. The Little Mermaid (Scandal)
October 17, 2022 10:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBJohnny Depp as Tonto (Indian). Katherine Hepburn as Jade (Japanese). Elizabeth Taylor as Cleopatra (African/Egyptian) Jake Gyllenhaal as the Prince of Persia (well, Persian) Ben Affleck as Antonio J. Mendez (Mexican-American) Do you remember when society was in an uproar at these role castings? Yeah, neither do we. So why all the hubbub about Halle Bailey playing the Little Mermaid (especially since the mythical creature has no one single ethnicity!) Support the show https://www.youtu...
151. The Little Mermaid Remix
October 17, 2022 10:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MBJohnny Depp as Tonto (Indian). Katherine Hepburn as Jade (Japanese). Elizabeth Taylor as Cleopatra (African/Egyptian) Jake Gyllenhaal as the Prince of Persia (well, Persian) Ben Affleck as Antonio J. Mendez (Mexican-American) Do you remember when society was in an uproar at these role castings? Yeah, neither do we. So why all the hubbub about Halle Bailey playing the Little Mermaid (especially since the mythical creature has no one single ethnicity!)
150. Aging Out: How Old Is Too Old?
October 10, 2022 10:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBHow old is too old when it come to the music industry? Well that depends on if you're trying to get in or trying to stay in and relevant. Is there an expiration date on being in the music industry? Listen to find out. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
150. Aging Out?
October 10, 2022 10:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MBHow old is too old when it come to the music industry? Well that depends on if you're trying to get in or trying to stay in and relevant. Is there an expiration date on being in the music industry? Listen to find out.
149b. The Come Up with Ian Burke (Part 2)
October 03, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 52.7 MBWe continue our conversation with music industry veteran executive, Ian Burke. In this episode Ian opens up about how he has been responsible and so integral in the success of such power houses as TLC, Organized Noize, and Outkast, yet somehow the sweet summit of super success has eluded him. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
149. The Come Up with Ian Burke (Part 1)
September 26, 2022 10:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MBEntrepreneur, manager, and veteran music exec Ian Burke sat down with us to share his story from being a computer science student to becoming a co-architect of the world-influencing Atlanta music culture. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
149. The Come Up with Ian Burke
September 26, 2022 10:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MBEntrepreneur, manager, and veteran music exec Ian Burke sat down with us to share his story from being a computer science student to becoming a co-architect of the world-influencing Atlanta music culture.
148. Self-Love vs Self-Discipline
September 19, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 61.7 MB** Trigger Warning ** Society has a way of taking meaningful phrases and terms and appropriating them and watering them down to where they lose their meaning or adopt a totally different meaning all together. Has this happened with the terms "self-love" / "self-care"? Can you practice self-love without self-discipline? Jony and Stone tackle the sensitive topic of self-love vs. self-discipline in this intense conversation. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
147. Hollywood Payday
September 05, 2022 10:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBPayday in Tinsel Town isn't what it used to be. Gone are the days of huge salaries for unproven actors ever since the advent of reality TV and streaming such as Netflix and Amazon's Prime Video. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
146b. Comfort Killer with Lee Heisman (Part 2)
August 29, 2022 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBWe continue our entertaining conversation with successful multipreneur Lee Heisman as he shares his failures in business and his personal life, and how he overcame them. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
146. Comfort Killer (with Lee Heisman)
August 22, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBComfort kills. As amazing as our brain is, its primary purpose is to keep us alive and from getting hurt. Therefore, it always seeks the past of least resistance. In other words, our brain is always seeking comfort. However, nothing great is born out of comfort. Nothing grows in the comfort zone. We sat with multipreneur Lee Heisman to discuss experiencing life outside the comfort zone.
146. Comfort Killer with Lee Heisman (Part 1)
August 22, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBComfort kills. As amazing as our brain is, its primary purpose is to keep us alive and from getting hurt. Therefore, it always seeks the past of least resistance. In other words, our brain is always seeking comfort. However, nothing great is born out of comfort. Nothing grows in the comfort zone. We sat with multipreneur Lee Heisman to discuss experiencing life outside the comfort zone. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
145. History of Freaknik (with Charles Geer)
August 15, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MBAtlanta, GA. Spring, 1994. The downtown district of the southern metropolis looks like one big concert outdoor afterparty. Streets and highway exits are one big parking lot and the locals are upset. What has famously become a full weekend of music, parties and debauchery didn’t always start out that way. We sat down with one of the co-founders of this legendary event, Charles Geer, to discuss how it started and when he became. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/...
144. Inside Out w/ Ladell Hill and Stevie Baggs, Jr.
August 08, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 49.3 MBYou don’t have to look far, either in real life or on social media, to see people working on happiness, aesthetics, or taking selfies while meditating (how do you even do that?). Our society seems so focused on the outward appearance without realizing that any real change or growth starts from the inside. So join us as we talk with actor, author and pro athlete, Stevie Baggs, Jr. and molecular health specialist to the stars, Ladell Hill as we talk about living life from the inside, out. ...
143. Will Smith's Apology
August 01, 2022 10:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBFrom the slap heard around the world to the apology that is seemingly falling upon deaf ears, we dive in and discuss Will Smith's apology video for his infamous Oscar slap of Chris rock. Opinions abound. Was it sincere or just a bunch of hot air? Why go through all the hooplah of production when a simple phone video could've sufficed? What wisdom can be taken away from all of this? What do you think? Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
142. Royalties: Self-inflicted Wounds
July 25, 2022 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBWe all know someone who knows someone who's big dream is to land a big recording contract or publishing deal. But on the flipside, we've all heard story after story of artists trying to get OUT of that "dream" deal. Why? Now where as bad deals aren't necessarily done based on color, there is a peculiar phenomenon that will give you pause. It's bad enough that you can count the number of Black executives at the helm of major entertainment companies on one hand. How is it, then, there's so...
142. Bad Deals. Missing Royalties. Who's At Fault?
July 25, 2022 10:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBWe all know someone who knows someone who's big dream is to land a big recording contract or publishing deal. But on the flipside, we've all heard story after story of artists trying to get OUT of that "dream" deal. Why? Now where as bad deals aren't necessarily done based on color, there is a peculiar phenomenon that will give you pause. It's bad enough that you can count the number of Black executives at the helm of major entertainment companies on one hand. How is it, then, there's so...
141. Religion, Politics & Entertainment
July 18, 2022 10:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBThe first amendment to the U.S. constitution addressing the separation of church and state has been a long debated topic that is often misinterpreted. This has caused cause often misguided and flat out incorrect implementation of several regulations and rules in our society. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
LOPC ep. 141 - Religion, Politcs & Entertainment
July 18, 2022 10:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBThe first amendment to the U.S. constitution addressing the separation of church and state has been a long debated topic that is often misinterpreted. This has caused cause often misguided and flat out incorrect implementation of several regulations and rules in our society.
140. How To Become Indispensable
July 11, 2022 10:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBThere is nothing you won't do to make sure you can breathe, drink or eat. That's because oxygen, water and food are absolutely necessary for your survival. They are indispensable. Likewise, there's no better way to create job and business security, and place yourself at the top of the list for opportunities than to make yourself indispensable. In this episode we discuss different things you can do today to make yourself absolutely necessary. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@l...
139b. The Come Up with Kendrick Dean (Part 2)
July 04, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 52.8 MBWe continue our discussion with 7x Grammy nominated producer/songwriter Kendrick Dean as he talks about how he manifested the life he's living now. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
139. The Come Up with Kendrick Dean ( Part 1)
June 27, 2022 10:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBMore people know about LA Reid and Babyface before Darryl Simmons. Steve Jobs’ name is more readily recognized than Steve Wozniak. But the truth is, we wouldn’t have many of Apple’s products or some of T&B’s biggest hits if it weren’t foe Wozniak and Simmons. Enter Kendrick “Wyldcard” Dean. Songwriter/Producer (Chris Brown, Mary J. Blige, Mariah Carey, etc) and entrepreneur. You may not know the name, but you know his work. We sat down with the multi -talented creative as he shared ...
138. Happy Juneteenth
June 19, 2022 10:00 - 51 minutes - 35.7 MBWe're releasing this episode one day early in commemoration of Juneteenth. But what is Juneteenth? You would be surprised at how many Americans (Black and White alike) don't know the history behind this recently legislated national holiday. celebrating freedom from slavery. Listen to learn all about it. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos
137. Financial Gems with Chris Capehart with Alan Austin
June 13, 2022 10:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBYou just got signed, got a bonus or came into a chunk of money. What do you do with it? We sat with Alan Austin - CEO of GS Chain PLC, an investment company which invests in Real Estate, fin.tech, automotive and blockhain technologies related companies, and Chris Capehart - CEO of One Place Realty Consultants and Commercial and Residential Investor to discuss some financial options. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos