Y'all that was Season 1 of my first podcast ever! Thank you so much to everyone who came on and shared their experiences. All of these episodes offer so much valuable information and will live in the ether to serve as inspiration, insight, and reference. I'm grateful for every ear that listened with curiosity and interest, and may you feel seen, motivated, and if you take anything from this show- BET ON YOURSELF!The content will continue to roll out- you will still be hearing from us so continue to tune in!Follow the showInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatstheratepod/

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In this episode, actress Chloe Mutebi warmly takes up space in the studio with her passion and humility. This episode, Breonn and Chloe talk about the art of auditioning, theatre acting versus film acting and the difference between those realms, honoring your inner child, and their appreciation for their training at Stella Adler School of Acting. From the rough times that make us more human, to taking up space, all of which Chloe wraps into a bow named audacity. The two ladies discuss the euphoria of following your calling, and knowing that "it's already written." SUBSCRIBE!Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-the-rate/id1823954393Instagrams:What's The Rate?: https://www.instagram.com/whatstheratepod/

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On this episode of What’s The Rate? actress, filmmaker, and teacher, Destiny Brown talks about how her love for theatre courses through her veins. Her love for the craft, and passing it down to the generations to come, is not foreign to her family at all, being a third generation teacher! Destiny also goes into her auditioning process, representation, and who gets to tell what stories and why, your image on social media as an actor, Hailing from NYU, both Breonn and Destiny trained at Stella Adler, and bonded in their yearning for classic technique! For the love of the ART. This is episode 10! Enjoy!SUBSCRIBE!Instagrams:https://www.instagram.com/whatstheratepod/Destiny’s Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/destinyleilanibrown/?hl=enBreonn’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/breonnspov?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Listen on Youtube: https://youtu.be/1zbxKQ20IB0Listen on Apple Podcasts: Music by Jay LyonsRecorded at Gotham Production Studios

From working retail, to the Disney college program, to playing Alline in the Tina Turner National Broadway Tour, actress Mya Bryant talks about tour life, what the show has taught her about herself, and also dips into securing an agent. Breonn and Mya reunite for a conversation celebrating and acknowledging not only each other's, but their own growth from when they met in a uniform, miserable, to working in the creative industry and HAPPY.

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Taking Your Time Post Grad!

In this deeply honest and grounded conversation, Producer and Live Performance Director Ava Elizabeth Novak opens up about what it really means to commit to the long game in the world of production and performance.

Ava shares hard-earned wisdom about:

• Taking your time to gain the experience you truly need

• Knowing when you're actually ready for the opportunities you dream about

• The importance of real community that shows up for you — not just in the spotlight, but in the trenches

• Enduring the long, grueling days of tech and production with integrity and heart

This isn’t about chasing the spectacle — it’s about loving the process, honoring the craft, and staying grounded through it all. Ava is someone who lives and breathes this work not for the applause, but for the art, the people, and the journey.

Whether you're an emerging artist, a seasoned creative, or someone just trying to find their pace in a fast-moving industry, this conversation will remind you that slow growth is still growth — and sometimes, it’s the most meaningful kind.

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It's Cait Does Everything, a FULL TIME, self sustained CONTENT CREATOR, streamer, cosplayer, model, and former PR professional! A true multi hyphenate! In this episode we get into how Cait became a full time content creator, how she secures brand deals, how to PITCH, how to cold email, and how she creates her content! Be sure to tune in till the end where Cait breaks down how she story boards her content!

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In this episode, we sit down with music producer and rapper Iz LaMarr for a real, unfiltered conversation about what really happens after college ends. From dealing with loneliness and losing the built-in structure of school, to creating your own systems for success as a creative—this one's for anyone navigating the post-grad fog.Iz shares his personal journey of self-discipline, the mental toll of isolation, and how he's building a sustainable career in music by focusing on consistency, intentionality, and long-term vision.Whether you're fresh out of school or years into your path but still feeling a little lost—this episode is a reminder: you’re not alone, and structure is something you can build.

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Connections and community, baby. Let's get into it! You might have seen him at Afro Punk, on a billboard in Times Square, you may have even heard his song Famous- Rodney Chrome, musician and visionary, joins Breonn behind the mic and talks about how friends and community have helped him craft music videos, wardrobe, and photoshoots. Rodney also talks about his perspective on fame, the meaning behind "Chrome," and what it was like taking the stage at Afro Punk.

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You can find her on the cover of Harper's Bazaar, Vogue, Essence, and so many more, Karyl McFarquhar talks about her experience as a successful black model in the competitive New York modeling industry. In this episode of What's The Rate?, we get into hairstyles for digitals, the challenges with natural hair care in the modeling industry, trying to stand out as a black model, and some tips for attending networking events!

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Recorded at Gotham Production Studios

Actress, Director, and Producer, Sydney Lolita Cusic reveals some vulnerable and honest gems about the very human shifts that come with pursuing a multi hyphenate artistic career. Whether it's not identifying with your 9 to 5, pivoting through rocky courses, or even letting people go, a LOT of change happens whether it's anticipated or unexpected, but remember to stay in flow.

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