The Amani Experience Podcast

Amani Roberts

"From the Corporate Life to the Creative Life"

  • 52 minutes 29 seconds
    Jayemkayem [DJ | Public Relations | Writer | Record Label Owner]

    Jayemkayem discusses the importance of public relations skills, her twitch journey and an outlook on the music industry in the future.

    4 April 2021, 7:29 pm
  • 1 hour 30 minutes
    Mr. Stretch [DJ | Promoter]

    Mr. Stretch joins us from the UK and shares his Twitch story.

    4 April 2021, 6:36 pm
  • 45 minutes 15 seconds
    Jyoti Sarda [Activist Storyteller]

    Jyoti Sarda (EP 161) shares lessons learned from skiing, the fear of wasting time and why we should take more risks.

    Show Notes:

    4:20 - Having the courage to make a dramatic pivot.

    7:16 - Why people struggle to be nimble in our current environment.

    9:30 - Learning how to ski.

    16:07 - Stacey Abrams

    18:12 - The fear of wasting time.

    22:00 - Advice for people who worry about what other people think.

    27:41 - Taking a pause to regroup.

    33:21 - "Take more risks ... "

    36:10 - "Finally having the courage and confidence to take the world on ..."

    39:40 - "Surrounding myself with people who see the possibilities for me that I don't see ... "

    How to reach Jyoti: Website | Linkedin | Twitter | Facebook

    Book Recommendations:

    "Lead From The Outside" by Stacey Abrams

    Movie Recommendations

    And She Could Be Next

    20 February 2021, 8:08 pm
  • 26 minutes 8 seconds
    2020 - The Year Of Live Streaming

    In this episode (EP 160), I review live streaming lessons learned through 2020 which I am calling "The Year of Live Streaming".

    Topics discussed include:

    • Press Start and Go. Don't Wait
    • Don't be afraid to get a merch shop live early on!
    • Don't Compare Your Streaming Performance To Others
    • Themed Days work very very well
    • Collaborate With other People
    • Download and Store Your Sets/Episodes on a second Platform (Youtube)
    • Spend As much time in other people's live streams as you do on your own.
    • Use the equipment that you already have before buying new things.
    • Identify different business opportunities that your stream presents to you.
    • Keep a schedule. Be Consistent.
    • Accept Feedback from your community.
    • Try to have as much fun as possible.
    31 December 2020, 3:44 pm
  • 51 minutes 41 seconds
    George Tillman [Filmaker | Director | Producer]
    This episode (EP 159) is brought to you by MPI Southern California (mpiscc.org). George shares advice for young filmmakers, depth in Hollywood, and his experience directing "The Hate U Give". Show Notes: 3:25 - All My Children. 5:27 - "Instead of what is popular, let's focus on what is important ..." 6:08 - The inspiration behind producing "The Hate U Give" 8:08 - The hardest scene to direct in the movie. 12:25 - The scene at the restaurant. 17:25 - Why Hollywood lacks depth in the current times. 20:55 - Additions to one of the more impactful scenes in the book. 23:40 - "She can be both ... " 32:37 - How does George stay creatively full. 34:10 - Advice for young filmmakers and to a young George Tillman, Jr. 38:50 - Favorite Biggie & 2-Pac songs. 40:40 - Two different Hollywoods. 47:25 - What continues to inspire George. How to reach George: Twitter
    29 November 2020, 7:37 pm
  • 1 hour 28 minutes
    Vince Adams [DJ]

    Vince Adams [EP 158] discusses the difference between danger and fear, how he has been resourceful during the pandemic, and why virtual events are not going away. Enjoy!

    Show Notes:

    6:52 - "I'm always about innovation!"

    10:07 - The most important skills learned while live streaming.

    12:16 - "Virtual is not going anywhere ... "

    16:10 - Why experienced Djs are not embracing the technology to live stream.

    19:25 - "Create Value"

    25:04 - "I'm not scared ... "

    26:03 - "Danger is real ... fear is not"

    29:58 - "I can have 20 emotes ... "

    36:43 - "Everyone is doing the best they can in life ... "

    42:54 - Getting through the lowest point in life.

    44:35 - Moms

    47:59 - "If you want to keep a secret from someone, hide it in a book."

    51:37 - "Create a better relationship with money ..."

    58:24 - "We are products of our environment ..."

    71:20 - Thoughts on Twitch.

    How to reach Vince: Twitter | Twitch | Instagram | Facebook

    Book Recommendations:

    Breaking The Habit Of Being Yourself by Dr. Joe Dispenza

    Psycho Cybernetics by Maxwell Maltz

    The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz

    Atomic Habits by James Clear

    What To Say When You Talk To Yourself by Dr. Shad Helmstetter

    Can't Hurt Me by David Goggins

    29 October 2020, 5:20 pm
  • 40 minutes 34 seconds
    Elaine Chaya [Digital Content Creator]
    Elaine Chaya [EP 157] joins us and discusses her Quarantine Class of 2020 project, lessons learned from her self-development quest, and doing what you want instead of what your parents want you to do. Enjoy! Show Notes: 3:11 - "Be what you want, wear what you want ..." 6:06 - Social Media trends to keep an eye on. 10:09 - Doing what you want instead of what your parents want. 14:12 - "I'm scared that I will become irrelevant ..." 18:01 - What made me different, made me successful. 21:33 - The Coachella Meltdown 24:59 - Main lessons learned from the self-development journey. 29:38 - Photo editing tips. 30:55 - "Be confident in your decisions ... " 34:46 - "You are the star player of your own team ... " 39:00 - How podcasting has helped her brand. How to reach Elaine: Instagram | Podcast Book Recommendations: The Book. of Joy - Dalai Lama & Bishop Desmond Tutu
    12 October 2020, 7:15 pm
  • 41 minutes 48 seconds
    Maya Zellman [Chief Sweets Officer]

    Maya [EP 156] speaks about making sure your path is your own, why we shouldn't be a victim, and the importance of resilience and dedication.

    Show Notes:

    2:34 - Touring Hip Hop Professional Dancer

    4:43 - Resilience & dedication. "You can't plan everything ..."

    7:13 - "When I was fulfilling my dream at it's highest potential and thinking about something else ... "

    8:41 - "I get to work with candy all day ..."

    10:05 - "Failure scares me ... "

    12:05 - What is a brigadeiro dessert?

    15:30 - "You can't please everyone ..."

    19:31 - The dance teacher from middle school.

    21:06 - How teaching shaped Maya.

    24:42 - Plans for the business in the future.

    25:31 - Shifting and thriving during COVID.

    27:01 - "My path is my own ... "

    31:18 - "Don't be a victim ... "

    39:58 - 5 Things Maya wants to be known for.

    How to reach Maya: Website | Instagram | Facebook

    Podcast Recommendation:

    How I Built This - Guy Raz

    20 September 2020, 5:47 pm
  • 13 minutes 15 seconds
    7 Lessons Learned From Live Streaming

    In this episode, we review the seven lessons I have learned from Livestreaming since March 2020.

    Lesson 1 - Just start. Don't wait.

    Lesson 2 - Your technology will evolve.

    Lesson 3 - Get as close to the router as possible.

    Lesson 4 - Share your live streams across social media.

    Lesson 5 - "The beauty is in the replay ... "

    Lesson 6 - Make sure to engage with your live viewers consistently.

    Lesson 7 - Have fun and try not to worry about that viewer number (It's hard, I know!)

    7 September 2020, 6:43 pm
  • 42 minutes 40 seconds
    Mahoganey Jones [Eventpreneur]

    Mahoganey Jones joins us [EP 154] and discusses how she has worked on her mindset, dealing with the fear of success and how to make loving yourself a priority. Enjoy!

    Show Notes:

    3:52 - Switching to the hospitality industry.

    6:52 - Definition of eventpreneur.

    9:39 - "I was producing events to pay bills ... "

    10:59- Developing her speaker skills.

    13:41 - The lack of diversity within the speaking circuit in the event planning world.

    15:44 - Dealing with the fear of success.

    18:45 - Five things to be known for.

    22:30 - "I almost let somebody tell me how to define my future ... "

    27:23 - Improving her mindset.

    31:30 - "Keep doing what you are doing and don't stray from who you are ... "

    33:00 - Make loving yourself a priority in your life.

    38:06 - "Stop trying to be something you are not ... "

    How to reach Mahoganey: Linkedin

    Book Recommendations:

    The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber

    Start With Why by Simon Sinek

    The Million Dollar One-Person Business by Elaine Pofledt

    Podcast Recommendations:

    How I Bult This - Guy Raz

    21 August 2020, 6:39 pm
  • 54 minutes 37 seconds
    Josh Gillow [Outdoor Living Designer]
    Joshua Gillow [EP 153] talks about going two millimeters at a time, choosing comfort over pain, and why vulnerability is the ultimate strength. Enjoy the show! Show Notes: 3:27 - Selling corn and tiger lilies as a youth. 5:41 - Mindset in tough times. 8:51 - "... the governor" 11:06 - How do you grow every day. 14:15 - "I Want To Be Remembered ... " 18:35 - Getting over the fear of being uncomfortable. 22:03 - "My only competition is yesterday ... " 27:48 - "Until you figure out what's going on in here, nothing out there changes ... " 30:50 - Definition of resilience. 36:50 - "You don't have to figure it all out ... " 40:26 - "Vulnerability is the ultimate strength ... " 42:52 - "Truth over consequence ... " 44:50 - "The best anti-depressant is exercise ... " 49:31 - "Everything you need is inside ... " 53:11 - "All storms run out of rain ... " How to reach Joshua: Website | Instagram | Linkedin | Facebook Book Recommendations: Can't Hurt Me - David Goggins The Big Five for Life - John Strelecky Atlas Shrugged - Ayn Rand Never Split the Difference - Chris Voss
    15 August 2020, 2:07 pm
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