Ep. 20 Have you ever listened to someone on the radio and thought "that's a really cool job"? But what happens when that DJ has an entrepreneurial spirit and a deep desire to uplift other people's voices?

Join us as we delve into the world of podcasting and broadcasting with our podcast producer Jazzy T (you may recognize her from WBLK, WDKX, WJLB, WQHH etc).

From her journey as a radio host to the creation of her podcast production network, JAZZCAST PROS, you won't want to miss the shocking car accident revelation and the unexpected challenges she faced as BIPOC woman in media.

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Chapters:

00:00:00-Introduction,

00:00:17-Entrepreneurial Mindset,

00:00:49-Podcasting vs Broadcasting,

00:05:11-Working with Jazzy T,

00:12:56-FM98 WJLB Detroit

00:14:09-A Bold Move to Buffalo,

00:15:11-America's Next Weatherman Audition,

00:19:31-Getting Let Go and Finding Success,

00:22:28-Transition to Podcast Production,

00:26:05-Jazzy T's Journey into Podcasting,

00:27:01-Beauty Boss Millionaire Podcast,

00:29:18-JR Galactic Casting,

00:31:59-Traffic Reporting on News10NBC Rochester, HY

00:36:49-Seeking Full-Time Compensation,

00:39:42-Terrifying Car Accident,

00:40:17-Nonstop Work Schedule,

00:41:05-Becoming an Entrepreneur,

00:43:19-Goal for JAZZCAST Pros,

00:48:24-Future of Podcasting,

00:54:29-Comparison of Podcasts,

00:55:18-Personal Connections and First Businesses,

00:56:21-Lack of Guidance and Figuring Things Out,

01:00:12-Communication Challenges in the Media Industry,

01:01:47-Hustle for Health Programs,

01:07:51-The Electric Slide vs. the Cupid Shuffle,

01:08:14-Line Dance Party and Soul Train Line,

01:09:04-Sharing a Video on Facebook,

01:09:32-Promoting Businesses and Finding Videos,

01:14:27-BONUS Content

Meet Jazzy T, a passionate broadcaster-turned-podcast producer who has been working in the entertainment industry since she was 16. She has a fascinating journey that starts from her hometown Detroit, takes her to the glamorous Hollywood, then eventually lands her in Western New York. Jazzy T’s love for the mic is rooted deeply back in her days at Michigan State University when she ran a successful hip-hop show. Over the years, she has learned to shape the power of spoken words, transforming ideas and thoughts into compelling audio content that educates, inspires and empowers women and people of color. Her unique knowledge of both broadcast and podcast media works to her advantage, giving her a deeper understanding of how to captivate an audience regardless of the medium.

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