SANE Show

Episode 77: Evaluating American Education

Featuring; Former Educator and now Chief Content Officer for SANE Media, and Writer for the SANE Show; Paul Davis.

 

(3:01) We start by discussing the current state of the American educational system. We discuss how the system has been effected by Covid-19 and how an entire generation of students has been left to suffer. (13:39) We also have a conversation about whether the American educational system was designed to fail or not. We discuss how schools are underfunded, wealth disparities and the aftermath of Brown v.s. the Board of Education.

 

(23:53) During the interview with Paul, he tells us his concerns about the educational system. Paul also tells us what he believes should be the starting point when addressing certain issues, and if we should be worried about comparing ourselves to other countries. Lastly, Paul shares his feelings about being an educator from when he began up until his exit.

Episode 76: Behind the Concerts

Featuring Tour Production Manager; Javier Alcaraz. He's worked with the likes of Selena Gomez, Demi Lovato, St. Vincent, SIA, Brandi Carlile, and many others.

 

(2:26) Javier gives us insight into being a production manager. We discuss what goes into putting a tour together. He talks about how production managers help bring the artist's vision to life and creating a unique experience. (12:13) We also have a discussion about the producing concerts in arenas, stadiums, and festivals. Javier gives us insight into how much goes into big budget tour productions.

 

(23:48) During the interview we get more insight into Javier's personal experience. We get his thoughts in the current state of the touring business, followed by one of his favorite stories during his time as a Tour Production Manager.

Episode 75: Effects of Televised Lynchings

Featuring Effua Sosoo; a doctoral candidate in clinical psychology at The University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill. She has completed clinical work with people found not guilty by reason of insanity, a PTSD clinic, and in federal prison with group and individual therapy. Effua focuses heavily on racism, racial injustice, and their intersection with mental health.

 

Effua's study, Psychophysiological and Affective Reactivity to Media Images, implies that images of Black people in positions of pain, diminished authority, or suffering in other ways causes measurable negative shifts at a physiological level resulting in sadness and anxiety.

 

(2:42) We discuss the impact of televised lynchings and the effects they have on Black people. (13:38) We also discuss ways to mitigate the traumatic impacts, which include self care, not sharing the videos as much, while keeping ourselves and others informed. (26:50) During the interview, Effua gives us a quick overview of her study, what she hopes will come of the study, her outlook as we move forward, and the role the media plays in it.

Episode 74: What Do You Represent?

Featuring the Founder & CEO of The Brand Architects; Antone Barnes

 

(2:21) We discuss changing course (one passion to another) where Antone illustrates how he went from working with music artists to professional NFL players. (14:51) We also discuss transferable skills and how important it is to be adaptable. (23:32) During the interview Antone tells us how he can help athletes with brand management, athletes being involved in activism, how he vets potential clients, and how his clients are adapting during the pandemic.

Episode 73: Nothing But Gems

Featuring Emmy & Grammy nominated television, film, record producer, podcast host, and talent manager; Barry Katz

 

(2:13) We discuss producing a television show. Barry explains to us the power of believing in yourself when attempting to produce a television show. (12:37) We talk to Barry about finding new talent. Barry explains the difference between being social media famous v.s. being a household name in the entertainment industry. (19:57) During the interview, Barry tells us what made him want to work with certain individuals, what excites him most about his career, when he realized he solidified his position in the industry, and his thoughts about the industry today.

Episode 72: I Don't Care

Featuring the host of No Approval Podcast; King Darius

 

(2:08) We discuss producing raw, real, and unfiltered content. We talk about hosts who aren't only honest, but don't hold back the punches either. (10:17) We also have a conversation about what it means to represent your audience. We talk about media personalities having a responsibility to their audience and how they what they say has consequences. (18:31) During the interview King Darius gives us the meaning behind the name No Approval, he gives us the back story on the name "King Darius", how his podcast has evolved, and what he hopes people takeaway from his show.

Episode 71: Television Programming

Featuring Actor, Director, Writer, Comedian, Founder of the Mixtape Comedy Show, and Executive Producer of BET+'s All The Way Black; Royale Watkins.

 

(2:12) We discuss the power of television shows, specifically sitcoms. Royale gives us insight into television programming and why brands purchase ad spots for particular shows. (12:15) We also have a conversation about the comedy community and how comedians play a larger role in entertainment. Royale helps us understand what makes comedians successful, because comedians do more than tell jokes. (20:28) During the interview, we learn about All The Way Black, Royale tells us what networks look for in new shows, how he's built relationships with some of comedy's most respected comedians, and tells us what's next on his agenda.

Episode 70: Sports & Entertainment

Featuring Queen's University of Charlotte, NCAA Women's Basketball Coach, Jennifer Brown;

 

(2:19) We discuss collegiate sports and entertainment. We talk about how collegiate sports generates a lot of revenue, paying collegiate athletes, and how collegiate athletes a get a lot of exposure. (12:00) We also discuss the perception of women in sports. We talk about how women have made great strides in sports. During that discussion we talk about women getting into more sports traditionally know to be played by men and breaking barriers. (20:41) During the interview, Jennifer tells us how the pandemic will affect sports, why she chose Queen's University of Charlotte, what she looks forward to as a head coach, and her advice to young female athletes.

Episode 69: Becoming An Influencer

Featuring CEO of Boss Business Market & STEM Education Advocate, Naomi Thomas;

 

(2:10) We discuss what it takes to become an influencer. We discuss how influencers offer value and have to be social. We also discuss entertainment in the digital age. (11:34) We discuss how the entertainment industry has been forced to adapt due to the pandemic. We also discuss ways that entertainment companies can virtualize the customer experience. (20:30) During the interview, Naomi talks to us about the complexities of digital marketing, how she found success as a social media marketer, what it means to be a STEMinist, and she gives us her thoughts on where social media marketing is headed.

Episode 68: All The Way Black

Featuring Mall Shaw, Paul Davis, & Lauren Thompson.

 

We discuss the recent events following the murder of George Floyd. During this conversation, we touch on a number a topics. We discuss the issue of police brutality, systemic racism, educating each other, and obtaining civil rights for minorities. We discuss how everyone is contributing to the cause for social justice. We also discuss how people can get involved to help further the cause for social justice.