The Scene Projects

Bubba Startz introduces Kenneith Perrin and provides an overview of The Scene Project. Kenneith shares his backstory and journey in the music industry, highlighting the challenges faced by soul and R&B artists. The conversation touches on the evolving music landscape and Bubba's festival experiences. Kenneith discusses his national tours and the post-COVID Los Angeles music scene, offering insights into his show setups and performances. The episode wraps up with information on where listeners can find Kenneith Perrin's music and online presence.

(0:00) Introduction of Kenneth Perrin and overview of The Scene Project

(1:16) Kenneth Perrin's backstory and journey in music

(2:54) Evolving music industry and Bubba's festival experiences

(4:20) Challenges for soul and R&B artists

(7:00) Kenneth Perrin's national tours and Los Angeles music scene post-COVID

(13:12) Kenneth Perrin show setup and performance insights

(17:44) Where to find Kenneth Perrin's music and online presence

Bubba Startz welcomes Zach Werre, diving into his YouTube journey and the creation of Tap Out Corner, exploring early struggles and the impact of COVID-19 on content strategy. They discuss the launch and success of the Maven Huffman Channel, highlighting the challenges and unpredictability of YouTube growth. The conversation shifts to The Scene Projects' growth and commitment, celebrating hitting 500 subscribers. They explore YouTube video formats and content evolution, offering behind-the-scenes insights into WWE with Maven. Audience reactions, wrestling transparency, and building a fanbase are discussed, along with reviving interest in wrestling. The episode concludes with promoting Zach's channels, adapting as a creator, and closing remarks.

(0:11) Introduction and Zach Werre’s YouTube Journey

(3:31) Creating Tap Out Corner and Early Struggles

(6:17) Impact of COVID-19 and Shifting Content

(7:31) Launching the Maven Huffman Channel

(10:27) Success of the Maven Huffman Channel

(11:28) Challenges and Unpredictability of YouTube Growth

(15:59) Growth of The Scene Projects and Commitment to Content Creation

(20:01) The Scene Projects Hits 500 Subscribers

(21:25) YouTube Video Formats and Content Evolution

(23:11) Behind-the-Scenes of WWE with Maven

(25:08) Audience Reactions and Wrestling Transparency

(30:21) Building a Fanbase and The Appeal of Wrestling Interviews

(35:08) Reviving Interest in Wrestling and New Content

(36:03) Promoting Zach Werre’s Channels and Adapting as a Creator

(37:49) Closing Remarks and Appreciation

Join AJ Waller as he celebrates Michael Cagle's birthday and dives into his latest album. They discuss the creative process behind tracks like "Bold to Blend," "If I Had the Chance," and "Against All Odds." Michael opens up about self-criticism, perfectionism, and listener reactions. Discover the inspirations and emotional reflections behind songs such as "Take the Risk" and "I Can't Imagine." Michael also shares insights into using tools like Fiverr and Vocella for production. The episode wraps up with a deep dive into tracks "If You Could Only See Through My Eyes," "Dream Wheel," and "We're on This Ride Together," exploring movie references and production quality.

(0:00) Intro, greetings, and Michael Cagle's birthday celebration

(1:13) New album release details and recent activities

(4:30) Album creation process

(9:35) First track discussion: "Bold to Blend"

(18:11) Second track discussion: "If I Had the Chance"

(28:52) Third track discussion: "Against All Odds"

(35:05) Self-criticism and perfectionism

(36:50) Fourth track discussion: "Love Is Still Coming"

(45:55) Listener reactions and technical difficulties

(47:12) Rom-com placement and song inspirations

(51:10) Fifth track introduction: "I Will Stand"

(56:51) Listener reactions and technical difficulties

(59:47) Weather and next track discussion

(1:00:20) Sixth track introduction: "Take the Risk"

(1:05:10) Listener reactions and technical difficulties

(1:08:19) Emotional reflections on songwriting

(1:10:51) Seventh track introduction: "I Can't Imagine"

(1:19:41) Listener reactions and technical difficulties

(1:21:02) Next track preview and upcoming tea break

(1:25:29) Michael's song storytelling

(1:26:09) Song production and use of Fiverr

(1:27:49) Plug-ins and Vocella tool

(1:29:22) Michael's birthday celebration

(1:31:04) Compliments on production quality

(1:35:25) Introduction to track eight

(1:37:23) Lyrics of "If You Could Only See Through My Eyes"

(1:43:43) Introduction to track ten

(1:47:28) Lyrics of "Dream Wheel"

(1:51:06) Movie references in "Dream Wheel"

(1:54:22) Introduction to track eleven

(1:56:12) Lyrics of "We're on This Ride Together"

(2:01:36) Reactions to track eleven

Bubba Startz welcomes Carey Kight, exploring his transition from the military to filmmaking. Carey reflects on his motivation for enlisting and early ambitions, detailing his journey in Los Angeles where he learned production and built his portfolio through branded content and advertising. His move to NYC marked a phase of creative development, leading to the launch of the Veteran Made podcast and company. Carey shares insights on applying military systems to civilian and creative projects, working alongside his spouse, and the challenges and advantages it brings. The episode concludes with a focus on Carey's recent works, passion for women's sports, and inspiring young filmmakers and creatives.

(0:22) Introduction and Carey Kight's background

(1:40) Transition from military to filmmaking

(3:17) Motivation for enlisting and early ambitions

(6:12) Journey in Los Angeles and learning production

(8:27) Branded content, advertising, and portfolio building

(12:11) Move to NYC and creative development

(16:29) Launching Veteran Made podcast and company

(19:15) Applying military systems to civilian and creative projects

(25:26) Working with a spouse: challenges and advantages

(30:38) Recent works, passion projects, and focus on women's sports

(34:06) Inspiring young filmmakers and creatives

Bubba Startz introduces Kris Kepler, exploring her backstory and journey into acting. They discuss Bubba’s voice-over work and Kris’s insights into podcasting. The conversation highlights Seattle’s acting scene and Kris’s emphasis on digital media, particularly audiobook narration and the auditioning process. The episode delves into strategies for monetizing audiobook narration and the role of AI in editing, examining its broader impact on creative industries. The episode concludes with Kris Kepler sharing her contact information, inviting listeners to connect and engage further.

(0:00) Introduction of guest Chris Koeppler

(0:49) Chris Koeppler's backstory and transition to acting

(2:17) Bubba's voice-over experience and Chris's podcast insights

(6:47) Seattle's acting scene and Chris's focus on digital media

(10:22) Audiobook narration and auditioning

(14:56) Sponsor: StreamYard

(15:15) Monetizing audiobook narration and AI in editing

(18:40) AI's impact on creative fields

(21:13) Contact information for Chris Kepler

Bubba Startz introduces Wes Towers and his work with Uplift 360, exploring Wes's backstory and career beginnings. They delve into the dual impact of AI on business and how adapting to it can drive efficiency. Bubba reflects on his career shift and the importance of human connection amid technological advancements. The discussion focuses on building a platform for long-term success while balancing technology use. They highlight the role of live events and human connection in business development, alongside the application of AI. Wes shares insights on the risks and opportunities of technology, emphasizing the need to balance it with human experiences. The episode concludes with Wes's closing thoughts.

(0:00) Introduction of Wes Towers and Uplift 360

(1:18) Wes Towers' backstory and career beginnings

(2:02) Impact and duality of AI on business

(4:09) Adapting to AI for business efficiency

(7:48) Bubba Startz’s career shift and value of human connection

(13:00) Building a platform for long-term success and balancing technology

(17:26) Live events, human connection, and using AI for business development

(24:08) Wes Towers' journey and applying AI to business

(27:34) Risks, opportunities and balancing tech with human experiences

(34:14) Closing thoughts with Wes Towers

Bubba Startz welcomes Marq "Q" Speck, diving into his band's inception and its evolution towards Christian rock, highlighted by their recognition at the Detroit Music Awards. They explore the band's rehearsals, benefit events, and support for veterans, including partnerships with veteran organizations and the impactful song "Warriors." The discussion addresses veteran suicide prevention and community involvement. Marq shares insights on his solo projects, the Sweet Crystal Light initiative, and the Midwest Talent Awards. They touch on motivation, future goals, and top songs, as well as the Josie Awards nomination. The episode concludes with a look at Sweet Crystal's online presence and festival participation.

(0:17) Introduction, guest background, and band inception

(1:47) Shift to Christian rock and Detroit Music Awards

(3:48) Rehearsals, benefit events, and veteran support

(6:29) Partnership with veteran organizations and "Warriors" song

(9:29) Combating veteran suicide and community engagement

(10:12) Solo projects, Sweet Crystal Light, and Midwest Talent Awards

(13:20) Motivation, future goals, and top songs

(16:28) Josie Awards nomination and balancing careers

(22:08) Musical variety, festival participation, and benefit shows

(24:20) Sweet Crystal's online presence and closing remarks

Bubba Startz introduces Heather Harper, delving into her background and the significance of local music. They discuss the Josie Music Awards and Heather's involvement in the duo Drifted Harmony, highlighting their regional performances. The conversation touches on balancing a music career with family life, addressing the challenges and strategies within the independent music industry. Heather shares insights on her upcoming single, the importance of live shows, and the essential role live performances play in her career. The episode provides a glimpse into Heather's artistic journey and her contributions to the local music scene.

(0:00) Introduction and background of Heather Harper

(5:18) Importance of local music and Josie Music Awards insights

(8:35) Heather Harper's duo Drifted Harmony and regional performances

(10:24) Balancing music career and family

(12:18) Challenges and strategies in the independent music industry

(17:12) Upcoming single, live shows, and the role of live performances

Bubba Startz introduces Paige Arnof-Fenn, who shares her journey from Wall Street to marketing. She delves into her experiences working with Procter & Gamble and Coca-Cola and discusses her transition to startups and entrepreneurship. The conversation highlights the balance between creativity and analytics in marketing and explores guerrilla marketing strategies tailored for small businesses. Paige emphasizes the importance of maintaining an online presence and brand consistency, providing insights into leveraging LinkedIn for thought leadership. The episode wraps up with closing remarks, offering listeners a glimpse into Paige's dynamic career and marketing expertise.

(0:00) Introduction and guest Paige Arnof-Fenn

(1:08) Paige's career: Wall Street to marketing

(1:38) Experiences with Procter & Gamble and Coca-Cola

(4:42) Transition to startups and entrepreneurship

(5:53) Balancing creativity and analytics in marketing

(8:30) Guerrilla marketing strategies for small businesses

(13:09) Online presence and brand consistency

(17:34) Leveraging LinkedIn for thought leadership

(21:01) Closing remarks

Bubba Startz kicks off the episode by introducing B Nick Energy and diving into his career journey. They discuss B Nick Energy's life-changing experiences and how they shaped his musical path. The conversation highlights the significance of live instrumentation, with Bubba sharing insights from his own background. They navigate the challenges of community building in the streaming world and introduce Swift Energy drink as the episode's sponsor. The duo emphasizes the role of podcasting in promoting independent artists and the value of impactful conversations. They explore diverse content creation and the transformative power of podcasts. The episode wraps up with B Nick Energy sharing his plugs and social media.

(0:00) Introduction and B Nick Energy's career

(2:39) B Nick Energy's life-changing experiences and musical journey

(7:03) The significance of live instrumentation and Bubba Startz's background

(9:17) The streaming world and community building challenges

(15:38) Sponsor: Swift Energy drink

(16:35) Promoting independent artists and the impact of podcasting

(24:52) The importance of impactful conversations in podcasting

(28:41) Diverse content creation and finding passion

(30:43) Podcasts as a transformative medium and closing thoughts

(31:26) B Nick Energy's plugs and social media