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Episode 1: The Queen of Soul's Favorite Soprano, Audrey DuBois Harris
From L. Michelle Smith | Part of the The Culture Soup Podcast series | 38:48
Our premier episode features the story of The Queen of Soul’s Favorite Soprano, Audrey DuBois Harris.
Aretha Franklin loved Puccini as much as she loved church music and soul, and when she discovered Audrey DuBois Harris mixing classical and gospel on a TV show one day, she just had to contact her. Her heart-felt performance at Franklin’s funeral was one last request fulfilled for The Queen’s family, and when you rewatch with that in mind, you’ll know why she put her whole heart and talent into it. All the way from Montreal, Canada, don’t miss Harris’ story and what’s next for the Julliard alumna...on the first episode of #theculturesouppodcast
Episode 2: Dawn of the Creators #BlackExcellence, Jaylen Bledsoe
From L. Michelle Smith | Part of the The Culture Soup Podcast series | 30:10
At only 20, Jaylen Bledsoe is the CEO of Bledsoe Global Group, a tech and investment firm that made him a millionaire when he was only 15. We talk about how the Internet has enabled black creators like himself.
What does it take to become a millionaire by the time you're 15? It takes the motivation that poverty can bring, and it also takes the work ethic that only a black single mom can model to all three of her kids. Jaylen Bledsoe, CEO of Bledsoe Global Group became a millionaire by the age of 15. He has been making millions for his client ever since! Talk about #blackexcellence! And we will. Find out what Black Single Mom Magic has to do with it!
Bonus Ep 1: #OperaWeek: Bringing Inclusion to the Opera, Marc Scorca
From L. Michelle Smith | Part of the The Culture Soup Podcast series | 32:13
This bonus episode is offered in celebration of the final day of Opera Week, 2018. It is also special because the conversation is also on YouTube uncut, and can be seen exclusively at http://theculturesoup.com.
For National Opera Week, our host finds herself in LA for the @operaamerica fall board meeting. She figured while she was there, she’d interview CEO Marc Scorca about the proactive steps the group is taking to make opera more inclusive. She and Scorca met at the 2017 Opera Conference where she delivered a keynote. They had the funny little exchange during a fireside chat about the same topic. This episode aired on the final day of National Opera Week, and the interview happened on location.
Episode 5: You Go Girl! DJ Niena Drake
From L. Michelle Smith | Part of the The Culture Soup Podcast series | 34:05
A full-circle moment is really the headline of DJ Niena Drake's life, and she bucks all the negative women stereotypes.
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A full-circle moment is really the headline of DJ Niena Drake's life, and she bucks all the negative women stereotypes. She sits at the intersection of tech, business and culture, and while she is spinning for some of the biggest celebrities and brands, she is spreading sunshine and pouring into the lives of striving young people.
Episode 6: #BAWSELady, Lauren Maillian
From L. Michelle Smith | 46:32
This beauty doesn’t have to speak to be heard, but she has something to say. Introducing to few, reintroducing to many Lauren Maillian, best-selling author and brand strategist and all-round #BAWSE. Her story is incredible, and you can hear it on #theculturesouppodcast
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Lauren Maillian had a lemonade stand at age 11/12, then purchased a vineyard at 19. All of my friends have an entrepreneurial spirit...and what’s more, we got started on our paths at a very young age. Notice a pattern? I certainly did. Listen NOW! The link is in my bio. #tech #culture #business #theculturesouppodcast