Detroit Worldwide Podcast

In this installment of the Detroit Worldwide Podcast, Marquis connects with Detroit ambassador and champion of the Eastside, Jonathan Galloway about his journey into podcasting as well as the ways he's been able to convert his passion into profit.

Jonathan also discusses his evolution as a podcaster and the rise of the Audiowave Network,  podcasting studio and network based in Detroit. 

About Jonathan:

Jonathan "JG" Galloway was raised on the eastside of Detroit and began podcasting in August 2015.  

Building on the wave of the 2015 film, "Straight Outta Compton",  Jonathan and friends launched their first podcast called NWP (Negus With a Podcast) and since its inception it has amassed more than 200 episodes.    

In November 2016, Jonathan created and launched the Audio Wave Network, a podcasting studio and network that aims to showcase Black voices and stories. 

Connect with Jonathan: 

Website: www.audiowavenetwork.com

Twitter:  @EverybodyloveJG

Instagram: @everybodylovesjg

Instagram: @audiowavenetwork

In this installment of the Detroit Worldwide Podcast, Marquis connects with rising film producer and director, David Tinsley about the origins of his company, Tin Bridge Productions as well as his career as an engineer. 

David also discusses the release of his latest film, "Project 8" and it means to return to Detroit after a decade-long absence . 

About David: 

In this installment of the Detroit Worldwide Podcast, Marquis connects with fellow Wayne State University graduate, Nawara Blue about her career in TV production and her strong commitment to faith and family.

Nawara also discusses her successful run of TV shows as a producer including "Pawn Stars", "Married at First Sight", "Love is Blind, and the hit TV show, "The Vet Life", which airs on Animal Planet and stars her brother, Dr. Diarra Blue. 

About Nawara:

A native of Detroit, Michigan, Nawara Blue is a graduate of Wayne State University she completed her degree in Public Relations.  

She is also a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated (Beta Mu Chapter), and now calls Houston, Texas her home base. 

Over the course of the last 9 years, she has played the role of intern, production assistant, coordinator, casting producer, story producer, field producer, and director along with dabbling in writing original content based on her own life’s experiences. 

Some of her experience includes; Pawn Stars, Cajun Pawn Stars, Counting Cars, American Restoration, Vegas Stripped, So You Think You Can Dance, American Ninja Warrior, Vegas Mom, Micro Touch One Infomercial, Flipping The Heartland, 2015 Las Vegas Licensing Expo (Warner Bros. Consumer Products), The Real World Season 31, Married At First Sight, Love is Blind, and Little Women ATL. 

She speaks with pride about having pitched the concept and produced Animal Planet’s “The Vet Life”, a reality show based on her brother, Dr. Diarra Blue and his two business partners who own and operate an Animal Hospital, an original concept of its kind. 

“Blue” is most at home in the field, producing and directing.

A true collaborator she is focused, determined, thorough, timely, detail oriented, and enthusiastic about whatever project is before her. 

Connect with Nawara :

Website: www.bluelikethecolor.com

Instagram: @nawara_blue_likethecolor

Facebook: Nawara Blue

In this installment of the Detroit Worldwide Podcast, Marquis connects with Central State University student, Johnathan Carey about his growth as a leader and his undying love for HBCUs.

Johnathan also discusses the creation of his organization, Fitness Fanatics and his commitment to promoting wellness across his college campus. 

About Johnathan:

Johnathan Carey was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, Carey is a first-generation college student as well as a first-generation entrepreneur. Carey is a Senior where he is majoring in Business Administration  with a concentration in International Business and Marketing.

Carey has restructured the priority of health and wellness on the campus of Central State University through passion, dedication, and positive intention with his organization, Fitness Fanatics.

Since Carey’s arrival on the campus of Central State University, he has made a significant impact on the campus community. Along with serving as the 12th Mr. Central State University, Carey is a former member of the football team, a current member of the Student Government Association, and has made the Dean’s List multiple semesters.

Connect with Johnathan:

Linkedin:  Johnathan Carey 

Instagram:  @ayespidey

In this installment of the Detroit Worldwide Podcast, Marquis connects with thought leader and education change agent, Brittany Motley about all things 313 including her experience growing up in the D and the personal challenges she had endure throughout her time in high school. 

Brittany also discusses her stints at Kentucky State University and how HBCUs have guided her career as a practitioner and strategic leader in education.

About Brittany:

Brittany Motley is an Associate Director with the Education Advisory Board (EAB) and is part of the dedicated consultant team for the Student Success Collaborative (SSC). 

Raised in Detroit, MI, she attended Northwestern High School which led her to Kentucky State University where she completed her bachelor’s degree in Pure Mathematics and two Masters degrees in Business and Computer Science.

She is currently pursuing her PhD in Leadership and Change from Antioch University. Her research focuses on understanding underrepresented student’s mindset.

Connect with Brittany: 

Facebook: Brittany Motley 

Email: [email protected]

In this installment of the Detroit Worldwide Podcast, Marquis connects with broadcast journalist and sports anchor, Montezz Allen about things related to the D including his earliest sports memory as well as his love and  deep appreciation for NBA basketball. 

Montezz also his career at large and the commitment it takes to succeed in the world of sports media. 

About Montezz: 

Raised in Detroit, Montezz Allen is a graduate of Oakland University where he completed his Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism. Following this accomplishment, he attended DePaul University (Chicago, IL) where he earned a Masters of Arts degree (journalism) in 2014.  He is a proud first-generation college graduate. 

While in Chicago, he worked as a Sports Anchor at NCTV17, a Sports/News Reporter at Urban Broadcast Media and an Assistant Producer at WBBM-AM Newsradio — the No. 1-ranked news radio station in Chicago.

He also made frequent guest appearances on WCIU's "The Jam" and The D & Davis Sports Radio Show at "670 The Score."

In 2019, he joined 41NBC  (Middle Georgia) as a sports reporter where he covers nightly highlights and interviews local sports figures. 

Montezz is the author of two books ("Watch your Words"  and "Stay in the Game") and cites the late Kobe Bryant as one of his all-time favorite athletes.

In his spare time, Montezz loves to workout, travel, shop for the latest fashion and spend time with his family. 

Connect with Montezz:

Twitter: @MontezzAllen313

Instagram: @tezzallen313

In this installment of the Detroit Worldwide Podcast, Marquis connects with acclaimed speaker and purpose recognition coach, Marv Fox Jr. about his lived experience growing up in the D as well as the role sports played in his development as a young adult.

Marv also discusses his career as a college basketball coach and his commitment to helping individuals identify their purpose. 

About Marv: 

Marv Fox Jr., Purpose-recognition Coach, helps highly ambitious and courageous people discover their purpose with two simple questions.

Marv's purpose is to help people discover their purpose. The purpose-centered life offers those who choose to accept it the opportunity to improve themselves, help their family, and contribute to their industry and community.

Marv provides purpose programming and inspirational speaking on how to discover one’s purpose, and how to convert that purpose into productivity, profit, and prosperity. Marv conducts most of his work in higher education, profit and non-profit settings using purpose to explore Leadership – Wellness – Performance – Spirituality – D.E.I, in addition to one on one purpose-recognition coaching sessions.

Marv has a Bachelor of Liberal Arts Degree in Psychology and a Master of Science in Students Personnel Administration in Higher Education. Marv Has worked for University of Michigan, Concordia University, and Eastern Michigan in student-life, as an adjunct professor, and as basketball coach. 

Connect with Marv: 

Website:       http://www.marvfoxjr.com/

Instagram:   @marvfoxjr_purpose_recognition

Twitter:         @marvfoxjr

In this installment of the Detroit Worldwide Podcast, Marquis connects with Oakland University graduate and fellow writer, Janice Williams about all things media including her commitment to highlighting Black stories as well as her experience with Newsweek.

Janice also discusses her transition to New York City  and how's she been able to sustain herself after a decade away from home. 

About Janice:

Michigan native, Janice Williams is a graduate of Oakland University where she studied journalism and communication. Upon relocating to New York City, she held internships at celebrity news-focused publications including Hollywood Life and Us Weekly. She formerly worked at website Fashion & Style as a reality TV reporter before joining the news desk at International Business Times. Now she covers culture and entertainment for Newsweek. When she's not galavanting around New York's restaurant and wine scene, she's likely catching shows of up-and-coming musicians with friends.

Connect with Janice: 

Twitter:      @ManhattanJan

Instagram: @ManhattanJan

Newsweek:  Janice Williams 

In this installment of the Detroit Worldwide Podcast, Marquis connects rising basketball skills development trainer, Qortez Brown about his upbringing in Detroit and his origins of his business, "Coach Tez". 

Qortez also discusses the village he's built during his time at Siena Heights and Oakland University as well as his passion for training the next generation of basketball players. 

About Coach Tez:

Qortez Brown is a Detroit native  and a student at Oakland University where he is studying communications. He recently launched a skills and development business which trains basketball players at all levels. 

Connect with Coach Tez:

Website: www.coachtezz.com

Instagram: @coachtezz_

In the installment of the Detroit Worldwide Podcast, Marquis connects with community and non-profit, Raphael Mostyn about his experience growing up in the D as well as the inspiration behind his organization, Mostyn Community Development. 

Raphael also discusses several initiatives he is working on to support Detroit youth and how his organization is actively responding to the pandemic of COVID 19.

About Raphael:

Raphael Mostyn is a Detroit native who thrives on building community engagement and awareness.

As a graduate of Warren Fitzgerald High School, Mostyn furthered his education as an undergraduate at Bowling Green State University. After three years of enrollment, he began making the transition from college and relocating back to his hometown. Mostyn began working as a Math Intervention Specialist in charter schools while also continuing his education part-time and working odd jobs to make ends meet. 

In 2016, Mostyn launched Mostyn Community Development (MCD). Mostyn Community Development’s focus is to build and nurture relationships with young people encouraging them to promote social awareness, interpersonal skills, leadership, critical thinking, and reassert a sense of pride in their community. Challenging students to develop a strong work ethic is a characteristic, once established, it will follow them into their adult lives. MCD specializes in providing service and assistance for academic enrichment to students deemed at-risk/underprivileged and special needs. MCD has grown and has serviced hundreds of students with special needs across the state of Michigan. 

In the fall of 2020, MCD will launch a new program called, “Spare Time Program” a program for students with disabilities. The Spare Time Program will give participants the skills they can carry on throughout life as they transition out of high school.

Connect with Raphael: 

Instagram: @mostyndevelopment 

Non-profit Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/mostynimpact/

Personal Facebook:  Raphael Mostyn