Today's guest is Pauleanna Reid, a celebrity ghostwriter who helps high-profile leaders and doers turn their personal stories into powerful brand assets. A few years ago Pauleanna Reid founded a full-service ghostwriting agency composed of a team of content creators who are responsible for some of the most talked-about pop culture moments, books, and noteworthy speeches to date. During this episode we discussed Miss Reid's early interests, adversity, building businesses, and much more. Check thi...
Feb 13, 2021•51 min•Ep. 67
Today's guest is the amazing Sheila Johnson. Sheila is a mother, entrepreneur, educated, and the true definition of a Gangsta. Sheila was born, raised & currently reside in Kansas City, MO and has been giving back and creating her own legacy through the kitchen, to hear how she has done it and her plans to continue thriving moving forward, listen to this full episode. Powerful, Raw, and Authentic, this is a story you do not want to miss! Share with a friend, and leave a 5 review to help us grow!...
Feb 04, 2021•58 min•Ep. 66
River, a multi talented artists, and founder of One Mic Stand KC is creating spaces to fill a void in Kansas City’s creative community. In this episode we discuss her early interests, her time at school Boston, hosting your own art gallery, and much more. Check this episode out, and make sure you tune into the next IG live Open mic hosted by @onemicstandkc. Follow River On Social : @rivermakenziyoung & @onemicstandkc
Feb 01, 2021•37 min•Ep. 65
After 13+ years of HR experience working in financial services and logistics industries, Latoya decided to double down on her passion for fashion and start a business. 79 Roze is a black dress boutique catering to the curvy ladies or “curvy divas” as Latoya likes to call them. During this interview we talk to Latoya about her upbringing and her early influence in fashion, and much more. Tune In Now To Learn More About Your New Favorite Black Business Owner. Website : https://79roze.com/ Social :...
Jan 29, 2021•50 min•Ep. 64
Jass Couch is a Singer, Songwriter, Multi Instrumentalist, Full Time mother, and student. On today's show we sit down with her to talk about the challenges of being an artist in a pandemic, how she balances her creative with being a mother, and dive into her process behind creating a song. Tune in to support your new favorite KC Artist & follow her on all platforms @JASSRCOUCH. Don't Forget to share with a friend and leave a 5 star review as that is the only way we can grow!
Jan 27, 2021•44 min•Ep. 63
As the legendary Jay Z says “I'm a hustler, baby; I sell water to a well!” and that is exactly what this episode is all about, the hustle. Born in the Bay and raised in 3rd Ward Houston Bump Jonas is a Natural Born Hustler. From selling lollipops at school, to managing artists across the country Bump Jonas is a man of many talents that we explore throughout this 50 minute episode. Don't forget to listen and share with a friend as that is the only we can grow. Social : @bump.jonas & @collisstutze...
Jan 18, 2021•52 min•Ep. 62
On the show today we have the amazing, sweet, kind, Creative/Set Director, Creative Healer, Positivity Influencer, Smoothie Queen, Roller skate Chic, Jay Collins aka SkcatterBrain! I know that's a mouthful but she is a true representation of all these things. She is a calm spirit that brings love and good vibes to every space she enters and I think that is proven in this episode today. We discuss her early interests, life in LA, what creativity means to her, and much more on this 50 minute episo...
Jan 13, 2021•48 min•Ep. 61
Talking to the man behind some of the most iconic images of KC's creative community, Vonnie Rasta. On this episode we discuss Vonnie's journey from football player at a HBCU to one of my favorite creative entrepreneurs in KCMO. We discuss life growing up in KC, his early interests, hidden talents, and some tips on how to create with less! Tune in now! Leave a 5 star review and share with your friends, as this is the only way our podcast and our community will grow! Socials : Host - @collisstutze...
Jan 06, 2021•57 min•Ep. 60
Kahleigh Lucas, born and raised in Kansas City, MO talks about his upbringing, the importance of leaving behind a legacy that your kids are proud to run with, how he got into comedy and his early influences, how he pivoted during a pandemic, and his plans for 2021! Don't forget to leave a 5 star review and share this episode with a friend! Social Media : Kahleigh Lucas : https://www.tiktok.com/@kahleighcomedy?source=h5_m Podcast : @theculturetalksgrp Podcast Host : @collisstutzer
Jan 04, 2021•43 min•Ep. 59
Founder at Drop Party, Marco Marandiz is a strategist for high-potential DTC brands. He's led digital product teams at HomeAway and CapitalOne where he built and shipped products that served hundreds of millions of active users each month. Starting his career in the tech industry, his range of experience in digital product, software engineering, UX design, and marketing gives him a unique perspective on building DTC brands. In this episode he opens up about ecommerce, tech, design, music and his...
Dec 28, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 58
John Saunders - Born in Brooklyn NYC and now living in Florida, web designer, brand strategist, founder of black illustrations & 5four Digital, sits down to talk with us about his upbringing, how the pandemic affected his business, how he maintains his mental health in the midst of a pandemic, why he chooses to live in Florida, and the importance of financial literacy in our communities! Share this Episode on your story and tag us! Socials : @johndsaunders @5fourdigital @blkillustrations @thecul...
Dec 21, 2020•52 min•Ep. 57
MonCherie - born and raised in Kansas City Missouri - Talks earliest memories, her passion and business "Cherie Scents", how she became interested in entrepreneurship, keys to marketing, the importance of supporting black businesses and other black friends, and maintaining health in the life of this pandemic! Follow Her On Socials : https://www.instagram.com/cheriescents_/ https://twitter.com/MonCherieM_ Leave 5 Star Review and Your Favorite Quote From This Episode!
Dec 14, 2020•52 min•Ep. 56
Young entrepreneur and photographer, Toriru - born and raised in Kansas City Missouri - talks about how he got started in photography, the way he was raised, the struggles he and others go through to make it to the top but to keep pushing yourself, and the key to entrepreneurship! Follow Toriru : https://www.instagram.com/toriruworld/ Follow Us : https://www.instagram.com/theculturetalksgrp/
Dec 07, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 55
Welcome back to another episode of the Culture Talks Podcast! On today's episode we have Dom Chronicles, producer, rapper, DJ and overall renaissance man. When you Google search "Dom Chronicles" he is known for his care-free, eclectic style and lyricism over tasteful production. Today, you get to know a little more about his origin story, his view on success, and what spirituality means to him. Do not skip this episode, Dom has some POWERFUL words he shares with you. Follow Dom On All Platforms:...
Nov 30, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 54
Welcome back to another Episode of The Culture Talks Podcast, on this solo episode with your host Collis Stutzer, we talk about the importance of failure, insecurities around lack of engagement, and adopting Nipsey Hussle's "The Marathon Continues" Mindset. Take a moment before you listen, to write down a time where you felt like giving up but didn't, and then reflect on that experience as you listen to the remainder of the episode! Sit back, relax, and enjoy this rhythmic massage in your ear dr...
Nov 14, 2020•28 min•Ep. 53
One of the hottest topics in our community right now is the concept of “Group Economics”. Group Economics is defined as “a group of people who come together with a common economic interest. This common economic interest then drives these people to actively pursue that interest in order to create a secure economy for all participants in that Group.” On today’s episode of the podcast we give some examples on how to actively practice group Economics and discuss it’s importance to the brown and blac...
Nov 11, 2020•24 min•Ep. 52
Kecia Hunter is a mother, investor, and a entrepreneur who runs a credit restoration business looking to improve people’s lives and save them money. During this episode we discuss Kecia's Humble Beginnings, the importance of financial literacy, and the power of GOOD credit! This episode has plenty of gems that will help you to think a little bit differently about how you approach credit, generational wealth, and finances overall. Take some time out to listen in full, share with family members, a...
Oct 25, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 51
Solid Yet flowing. Jermaine Arcane is in the dictionary under the word "Creative" as this man does everything and anything you need him to do! Modeling? Check. Acting? Check. Poetry? Check. Dancing? Check. The list goes on and on, but that's not even my favorite thing about Jermaine Arcane, my favorite thing about Arcane is that he is UNAPOLOGETICALLY HIM! As you listen to this episode you may get lost as our thoughts were flowing and our conversations were fluid, but if you just relax and enjoy...
Oct 18, 2020•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 50
On this episode of The Culture Talks we interview singer/songwriter Neena Roe. Neena, an Iranian-American raised in the heart of Detroit, is one of my good friends of many years who is by far the best singer I know personally, she is also a talented writer, and damn it she knows how to dress! During this interview we talk about identity crises, the history of Detroit, how Neena rediscovered music, and much more. At the time of this interview we were awaiting the release of a new single, but as y...
Oct 11, 2020•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 49
Meditation, Yoga, Drinking Tea, Going on walks, these are all forms of self care, and as a Black Man in AmerKKKa, self care is a major key to mental wellness. Today we have our guest SIV of the WAP Collective, here to share his story on how he got into music, when he started writing poetry, and why he started learning about different forms of spirituality. He's a talented artist, and even shares a freestyle with us that you'll have to find by listening through the full episode, i hope you all en...
Oct 04, 2020•1 hr•Ep. 48
DESIRE. ATTITUDE. WILL. GRIND. This is what our Guest Mike Hill stands for, this is what he fights for, this is what he represents. From his website www.dawgculture.com : "Michael D. Hill, better known as "Gunny", founded DAWG Culture, LLC in January 2018. Diagnosed with Stage 4 Hodgkin's Lymphoma, in 2011, at the age of 25, Mike credits his Desire to live, his positive Attitude during chemotherapy, his Will to fight and conquer, and his decision to embrace the Grind through the pain and sufferi...
Sep 27, 2020•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 47
Welcome back to The Culture Talks Podcast with our special guest, the Co Host of The Morning Grind With Shay & Shyne on Hot 103 Jamz, KC's Favorite Son, The Hit Break Kid, Brian B Shynin! Born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri with a passion for Hip Hop music, culture, and sports. Brian B Shynin talks about everything in his life that lead up to where he is at today, he shares personal stories about his family and how that influenced him, as well as pays homage to all the people that have help...
Sep 20, 2020•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 46
Na'im Al-Amin is the CEO and Founder of SWAGG INC or Serve Witness And Give Guidance Inspiration Never Ceases. SWAGG INC is a 501 (c) (3) Non-Profit that advocates for criminal justice reform, ending mass incarceration and successful reintegration of formerly incarcerated citizens. SWAGG INC has created a Re-Entry network with employment opportunities from a network of human resource professionals and Probation and Parole of KC,MO. SWAGG INC has a Career Mentor partnership with KCPS through the ...
Sep 14, 2020•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 45
If you were to go look at the credits for NBA 2k games the past 5 years, you would see the name "MIKE HOWARD" listed each time. That's because Mike Howard has been the soundtrack specialist for NBA 2k for the past 4/5 years, and has worked for 2k over the past 10 years! As some of you may be thinking "HOLY CRAP, I WOULD DIE TO WORK FOR NBA 2k" this is your chance to get a BTS look at what goes on behind the doors of these HUGE gaming companies, and what life as an employee for one of them looks ...
Sep 06, 2020•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 44
Welcome back to another episode of The Culture Talks Podcast! This week we sit down with Monae Burton, a KC native, artist, model and actor. We speak on her first creative experience, the importance of meditation and yoga for her mental health, and finding purpose! As you may know one of the main goals of this podcast is to introduce up and coming creatives to people outside their respective communities, and i think you all will enjoy Monae and her aura, so tap in, share, and don't forget to giv...
Aug 31, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 43
Today, i bring on two of my favorite Marketing professionals, one being our 3x guest Branavaa Deva and the other being our 1x guest Marti Sanchez! I have them answer questions compiled from individuals who submitted questions via Snapchat and Instagram. Questions about branding, finding target audiences, content creation, and about the NBA Bubble and marketing in sports! Tune Into the full Episode with a notebook and pen ready to capture down all the gems handed out! If you'd like to watch the v...
Aug 21, 2020•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 42
DJ Six5ive's website tells us that he is a DJ, Producer, and Creative making strides in the industry on the front and back end. He is extremely passionate about making sure clients have the best event or collaboration possible. With a diverse taste in music and events, you're bound to get something fresh when working with DJ Six5ive. He believes in encouraging people to pursue their passion and leave a positive handprint in the world. In this episode we dive deeper into his story and talk about ...
Aug 17, 2020•40 min•Ep. 41
Julie started getting serious into fitness during her second year at college. Bad eating and lifestyle habits added up, and she felt like she had no control in her life and had lost confidence. She signed up for a gym which included a free orientation on how to use the equipment. She at first saw results (and stopped wearing sweatpants everyday), but that only lasted so long. After graduating, she continued the same program, but wasn’t seeing results anymore. Frustrated and now busy with a full ...
Aug 07, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 40
The Creators Behind the "Do It If You're Bad" Brand aim to create clothing that empowers young men and women to be bold in their daily lives, while also providing a reliable high-end product that outperforms the established big-box brands. CEO Ashton West & Creative Director Aaron Graham talk Origin Story of DIIYB, Tune In! Follow Them : @ifyourebadbrand
Jul 24, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 39
Marketing is not a one-time fix, it is a continuous strategy that helps businesses grow over time. Every business needs to have and implement a marketing strategy. This podcast episode with Branavaa Deva Covers so many topics that can help you take action and grow your business, take a listen, and share with your friends! Instagram : Branavaa: @Branavaaaa Collis: @Collisstutzer TCT Podcast: @Theculturetalkspod
Jul 03, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 38
