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  • Kool DJ Red Alert Delivered Speech While Accepting Entry Into The National Hip-Hop Museum

    Kool DJ Red Alert Delivered Speech While Accepting Entry Into The National Hip-Hop Museum
    Jan 17 2026
    One of the most revered DJs in the world, Kool DJ Red Alert, was honored last August in Washington, D.C., when he was inducted into the 2025 National Hip-Hop Honors. The ceremony took place at the Woolly Mammoth Theatre Company. He was joined by Kid ‘N Play, Jungle Brothers, Dana Dane, Kwamé, Sweet Tee, DJ Hollywood, and Antoinette.This video was taken that night in celebration of several legendary figures in Hip-Hop, and The Industry Cosign was there to witness the accolades.Kool DJ Red Alert, who is celebrating his 50th year in Hip-Hop and going on his 23rd year on the radio, accepted his award and acknowledged his career in front of the packed audience.The National Hip-Hop Museum is the world's first museum dedicated to Hip-Hop, based in Washington, D.C. In the halls of this monument, you will find The House of Hip-Hop Art Galleries, The Hip-Hop Shop, The Hip-Hop Cafe, and The Hip-Hop Museum Pop-Up Experience. The 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization is led by one of the first recorded Hip-Hop artists, The Sugarhill Gang's Master Gee, who serves as the executive director.
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    7 min
  • My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Tomika Anderson Greene

    My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Tomika Anderson Greene
    Dec 22 2025
    Tomika Anderson Greene is the founder and CEO of Manifest Greatness Media (MGM), a 5-star-rated, full-fledged marketing, public relations, and communications company that specializes in helping clients in both the commercial space as well as across federal, state, and local government. MGM helps visionary entrepreneurs and mission-driven organizations turn powerful stories into national headlines, government contracts, and real community impact.An Emmy and NAACP Image Award–nominated writer and producer, Tomika brings over 25 years of experience in media and public relations. Her work spans major outlets like CNN, FOX, BET, MTV, and NPR, where she has profiled and collaborated with cultural icons such as Beyoncé, Serena Williams, Michelle Obama, Usher, and Dave Chappelle. She has led successful campaigns for the Obama Administration, UNESCO, the Defense Logistics Academy, Microsoft’s NTA Program, and the Mississippi Black Women’s Roundtable—earning billions of media impressions across TV, podcasts, and digital platforms.Her PR strategies have helped clients land features in Forbes, Essence, NBC, Good Morning America, USA Today, The Washington Post, and more—translating visibility into revenue, recognition, and real-world results. Personally selected by the Obama administration to lead journalist training across Africa in partnership with the African Union and UNESCO, Tomika has trained nonprofit leaders, elected officials, and global influencers alike.She is an Executive and Certified Professional Coach (ICF-CPC), a Prosci-Certified Change Management Practitioner, and an adjunct professor in the Communications Department at American University. Beyond her media work, Tomika is also the founder of Single Parents Who Travel and Motivated Mamas—two global communities that empower single parents and entrepreneurs of all backgrounds and nationalities, including both women and men, through storytelling, curated experiences, and authentic connection.Whether she’s building brands or building community, Tomika leads with clarity, warmth, and purpose—and she’s on a mission to ensure more women and families win out loud.She’s also a proud boy mom to a high school senior who keeps her playlist fresh and her hustle sharp.Connect with BIG CED:https://www.instagram.com/bigced328/https://www.facebook.com/bigced328https://x.com/bigcedhttps://bsky.app/profile/bigced328.bsky.socialhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/bigced/https://www.twitch.tv/bigced328https://www.dailymotion.com/bigcedhttps://rumble.com/user/bigced328https://open.spotify.com/show/35yBW0BTd4c7HvCnh9dVXz?si=HvZeE8RfTJGH6YjvHBiYzg&nd=1&dlsi=a147a471e6ab4c5chttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-industry-cosign/id1638654676https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-industry-cosign-105171601/https://www.youtube.com/@bigced328?sub_confirmation=1https://theindustrycosign.com/
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    39 min
  • My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Nicole Duncan Smith

    My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Nicole Duncan Smith
    Dec 12 2025
    Rev. Nicole Duncan-Smith is a dedicated bi-vocational minister whose theology is firmly rooted in the Baptist tradition and Hip-Hop culture. Embracing inclusivity akin to Jesus' universal love, she employs contemporary pop culture and technology to illuminate the path to spiritual enlightenment.Founder of The Sunday School Dropout, Rev. Nikki, as she is affectionately called, champions a ministry dedicated to hearing personal faith testimonies, nurturing biblical literacy, and providing sanctuary for those who seek God outside traditional church settings.Originally from West Philadelphia, she seamlessly integrates the dynamic influences of Hip-Hop into her spiritual practice, reflecting her upbringing immersed in its rich cultural tapestry.In addition to her pastoral duties, Rev. Nikki has made significant contributions as an editor and writer for a diverse array of publications, including AtlantaBlackStar.com, OprahDaily.com, theGrio.com, BET.com, AllHipHop.com, Rap Pages, Vibe Magazine, The Source, Christian Science Monitor, among others.Her career includes pivotal roles at various record labels, distribution companies, and entertainment firms, working alongside industry luminaries like Sheri Riley, Russell Simmons, Steve Stoute, Lauryn Hill, and L. Londell McMillian.Currently, she serves as the Director of Corporate Communications for the Ultimate Rap League and sits on the Advisory Board of The Hip Hop Museum. An accomplished author and lecturer, Rev. Nikki holds degrees from Spelman College and New York Theological Seminary. Her scholarly pursuits have taken her to lecture halls at Princeton Seminary, Drexel University, Virginia Tech, New York Theological Seminary, and globally in Nigeria and Japan, where she explores the intersection of religion, rap music, and cultural studies.Her spiritual journey began at Resurrection Baptist Church under the guidance of Reverend Dr. C.L. Amaker and her grandparents, Deacon James Tindal and Deaconess Lucille Tindal, shaping her profound connection to faith and community.In 2019, Rev. Nikki was ordained at the historic St. Paul Community Baptist Church, holding the distinction of being the first woman in the church’s history to receive this title.Rev. Nicole Duncan-Smith’s ministry starts at home, where her chief ministry is as wife to Gregory Smith, Jr., and mother to actor and physicist, Eden Duncan-Smith.Connect with BIG CED: https://www.instagram.com/bigced328/ https://www.facebook.com/bigced328 https://x.com/bigced https://bsky.app/profile/bigced328.bsky.social https://www.linkedin.com/in/bigced/ https://www.twitch.tv/bigced328 https://open.spotify.com/show/35yBW0BTd4c7HvCnh9dVXz?si=HvZeE8RfTJGH6YjvHBiYzg&nd=1&dlsi=a147a471e6ab4c5c https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-industry-cosign/id1638654676 https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-industry-cosign-105171601/
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    2 h et 16 min
  • My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Anthony L. Morris

    My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Anthony L. Morris
    Oct 31 2025
    The award-winning Morris Team has graced the pages of real estate publications: Brownstoner, Brick Underground, and Curbed. Their presence has also expanded to broader publications such as The New York Times, The New York Post, The Wall Street Journal, and national publications, Elle Décor and HGTV. With an 88% repeat customer and referral rate, they are in demand and proven.Their commitment to clients is to add the most sustainable value as they engage clients in the most important decision of their lives. Their 35 years of experience includes every aspect of real estate including working with buyers, sellers, renters, landlords, commercial projects, distressed sales, foreclosures, multi-property sales, condo conversion, 1031 exchanges, property management as well as out-of-state transactions including Georgia, Arizona, Texas, Maryland, and Florida. Their international network includes the United Nations Federal Credit Union which allows them to seamlessly transact everywhere.Reaching Top Sales status year after year is proof that they have successfully equipped clients with the knowledge that impacts their bottom line and wealth-building potential. Enthusiastically, they present every possible option, keeping their clients well-prepared to make the most informed and lucrative decisions. They believe in your dreams.There is no distance too far, no transactions too small, and no challenges that they don’t overcome. While serving theirclient’s immediate needs, they also aim to build their client’s future wealth. Craving long-term relationships, they are not afraid to commit.The Morris Team serves all in need of impeccable service during the good times and the bad. In a single day, they may be selling a million-dollar property while also moving a client out of a shelter into their first home. They understand that life has its ups and downs.Because of their hunger for knowledge, they hold additional certifications: Eco-Broker, Loan Origination, and Property Management. They deliver an unforgettable experience; explanation, education, empathy, and excellence. They are ready when you are.Connect with BIG CED: https://www.instagram.com/bigced328/ https://www.facebook.com/bigced328 https://x.com/bigced https://bsky.app/profile/bigced328.bsky.social https://www.linkedin.com/in/bigced/ https://www.twitch.tv/bigced328 https://open.spotify.com/show/35yBW0BTd4c7HvCnh9dVXz?si=HvZeE8RfTJGH6YjvHBiYzg&nd=1&dlsi=a147a471e6ab4c5c https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-industry-cosign/id1638654676 https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-industry-cosign-105171601/https://www.youtube.com/@bigced328?sub_confirmation=1https://theindustrycosign.com/
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    1 h et 9 min
  • My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Bernie Lawrence-Watkins, Esq.

    My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Bernie Lawrence-Watkins, Esq.
    Oct 30 2025
    Bio of Bernie Lawrence-Watkins Bernie Lawrence-Watkins is a powerhouse attorney and the visionary founder of B. Lawrence Watkins & Associates, P.C., a premier law firm specializing in Entertainment, Intellectual Property, and Business Law. With a career spanning more than 25 years, she has built a stellar reputation representing some of the biggest names in hip-hop music, seamlessly navigating both transactional and litigation matters across copyright, trademark, and complex business deals.A trusted legal force behind a who’s who of the entertainment world, Ms. Lawrence-Watkins has represented top-tier artists including, but not limited to 21 Savage, Latto, Young Nudy, Baby Tate, Kevin Ross, Dess Dior, Jagged Edge, and Doe Boy, along with powerhouse producers such as Tay Keith, jetsonmade, Hitkidd, Kid Hazel, Digital Nas, and Cheeze Beatz. Her contract negotiations have shaped the careers of Grammy-nominated talent behind hits by Drake, Eminem, Lil Wayne, Beyoncé, Travis Scott, DJ Khaled, Usher, DaBaby, Future, and more.Ms. Lawrence-Watkins is also a trusted dealmaker for her clients, earning the motto “Bernie Gets You Paid”, negotiating high-value agreements with major global brands such as Apple, Sprite, McDonald’s, Coca-Cola, Burger King, Wing Stop, Just Eats, and Camille Rose. Whether it’s music publishing, licensing, influencer, endorsements, or complex corporate transactions, she is the go-to legal strategist behind the scenes, ensuring her clients maximize value and protect their creative and business interests.Ms. Lawrence-Watkins’ trailblazing work has earned her high-profile recognition, including Billboard Magazine’s Top Music Lawyer, a spotlight Billboard feature titled “My Lawyer is a Black Woman”, ASCAP’s Women Behind the Music Award, Black Music Moguls Award, a City of Atlanta Proclamation, and a place among Who’s Who in Black Atlanta.No stranger to the tv and film industry, Ms. Lawrence-Watkins has served in the capacity as a production attorney and legal consultant on a number of projects including, but not limited to, “Dementia; Alone” (2010), “ABFF Independent” (2015), “What Love Will Make You Do” (2015), “JINN” (2018), “When We Gather” (2020), and “Bull Street” (2024).Beyond the courtroom and boardroom, Ms. Lawrence-Watkins is committed to empowering the next generation. She serves on the boards of Georgia Music Partners and Girls Make Beats Inc., is a longtime member of the Recording Academy, and teaches future legal leaders as an Adjunct Professor at Georgia State University College of Law. In addition, Ms. Lawrence-Watkins periodically appears as a guest lecturer and panelist at colleges, law schools and conferences nationally and internationally. One of her most recent ventures is accepting the role as CEO of Eclipse Distro LLC, a tech start-up revolutionizing digital music distribution. A proud alumna of Howard University (both she and her two sons are Bison graduates) and the University of Baltimore School of Law, Ms. Lawrence-Watkins credits her success to a deep-rooted commitment to integrity, family, and balance.Connect with BIG CED: https://www.instagram.com/bigced328/ https://www.facebook.com/bigced328 https://x.com/bigced https://bsky.app/profile/bigced328.bsky.social https://www.linkedin.com/in/bigced/ https://www.twitch.tv/bigced328 https://www.dailymotion.com/bigcedhttps://rumble.com/user/bigced328https://open.spotify.com/show/35yBW0BTd4c7HvCnh9dVXz?si=HvZeE8RfTJGH6YjvHBiYzg&nd=1&dlsi=a147a471e6ab4c5c https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-industry-cosign/id1638654676 https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-industry-cosign-105171601/https://www.youtube.com/@bigced328?sub_confirmation=1https://theindustrycosign.com/
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    1 h et 3 min
  • My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Jason Wallace

    My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Jason Wallace
    Oct 25 2025
    Introducing Jason WallaceBorn in Panama and raised in Brooklyn, Jason Wallace has been a storyteller since childhood—back when G.I. Joes embarked on cinematic adventures through the living room battlefield. His talent for narrative and performance first emerged through athletics, earning varsity honors as a student-athlete at Brooklyn Technical High School and later competing at the Division I level for McNeese State University.Jason then chased his dreams across continents, playing professional basketball for five years in France, Chile, and Saudi Arabia, and coming tantalizingly close to the NBA with a stint alongside the New York Knicks. His time on the court unexpectedly opened new doors—earning him a role in Spike Lee’s He Got Game and a long-standing relationship with Nike, where he contributed to 8 commercials and 12 global campaigns in a strategic, consultative role.After hanging up his sneakers, Jason earned his MBA from Purdue University and launched a marketing career defined by bold storytelling and creative vision. At Foot Locker, he transformed the brand’s social media presence from under-the-radar to viral powerhouse, creating unforgettable content like Kevin Durant’s appearance at Dyckman Park and Amar’e Stoudemire clocking in during the 2011 NBA lockout.Jason has since built a diverse portfolio as a producer and director, working with clients like Climate Nexus on campaigns about the global impact of liquefied natural gas, while also nurturing passion projects like Middle Age Marathon—a comedic, heart-driven web series documenting the wellness journey of two friends training for a marathon. His creative drive doesn’t rest: he's produced branded content, consulted for major organizations, and continues to merge marketing expertise with cinematic craft.As a filmmaker and marketer, Jason’s dual passions power his unique voice. He’s taken risks, self-financed personal projects, and taken on strategic contracts to sharpen his skills behind the camera. His goals remain clear—and ambitious: to win an Academy Award for Best Picture and Best Director. Every project, every story, is another step in that direction.Always an avid athlete, Jason has taken to running long distances, completing 18 half marathons, 3 marathons, 1 triathlon, and dozens of other races. You can keep up with his journey at messruns.comConnect with BIG CED: https://www.instagram.com/bigced328/ https://www.facebook.com/bigced328 https://x.com/bigced https://bsky.app/profile/bigced328.bsky.social https://www.linkedin.com/in/bigced/ https://www.twitch.tv/bigced328 https://www.dailymotion.com/bigcedhttps://rumble.com/user/bigced328https://open.spotify.com/show/35yBW0BTd4c7HvCnh9dVXz?si=HvZeE8RfTJGH6YjvHBiYzg&nd=1&dlsi=a147a471e6ab4c5c https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-industry-cosign/id1638654676 https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-industry-cosign-105171601/https://www.youtube.com/@bigced328?sub_confirmation=1https://theindustrycosign.com/
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    1 h et 11 min
  • My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Ken Gibbs Jr.

    My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Ken Gibbs Jr.
    Aug 19 2025


    Ken Gibbs Jr. is one of the foremost digital executives in the content space and has held leadership roles at Spotify, Amazon Prime Video, BET Networks, and numerous other media brands throughout his 25-year career. Gibbs Jr has a passion for entertainment, technology, and content creation. He began his digital career as part of the original staff of Henry Louis Gates’ Africana.com and remained with the product as it was acquired by Time Warner, then merged with AOL to become what was eventually known as the new Aol BlackVoices.com. Over the next two decades, Gibbs Jr would play a crucial role in building the digital foundation for brands like iOne Digital, Essence Magazine, BET, and more. Today, he offers insights to consumer and personal brands on website and social media platform conversion strategies in consultant or fractional leadership roles.Connect with BIG CED: https://www.instagram.com/bigced328/ https://www.facebook.com/bigced328 https://x.com/bigced https://bsky.app/profile/bigced328.bsky.social https://www.linkedin.com/in/bigced/ https://www.twitch.tv/bigced328 https://www.dailymotion.com/bigcedhttps://rumble.com/user/bigced328https://open.spotify.com/show/35yBW0BTd4c7HvCnh9dVXz?si=HvZeE8RfTJGH6YjvHBiYzg&nd=1&dlsi=a147a471e6ab4c5c https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-industry-cosign/id1638654676 https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-industry-cosign-105171601/https://www.youtube.com/@bigced328?sub_confirmation=1https://theindustrycosign.com/
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    44 min
  • My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Dana Dane

    My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Dana Dane
    Aug 10 2025


    Revered as a legendary Hip Hop artist, Dana Dane helped pioneer the rap genre in the early 1980s. His 1987 debut album, Dana Dane With Fame, was the first rap album by a solo Brooklyn artist to be certified gold, thanks in part to his landmark story raps on songs such as “Nightmares” and “Cinderfella Dana Dane.” The project also garnered him a Soul Train Music Award nomination for Best Album of the Year and celebrated its 37-year anniversary in 2024.Beyond making music and performing, Dana Dane has expanded his reach into multimedia. He had a cameo appearance in Brown Sugar – 2001, playing himself and providing new music for the soundtrack. In 2003, Dana Dane launched his own Def Beat Entertainment media company and is a published author (Numbers– 2009; Dwaffes - 2017), and a screenwriter and film producer, whose credits include: Da Stuy: 5 Part Series – 2007; Passive Aggressive – 2010; Jesus – 2014 (Ocktober Film Festival, Indie Night Film Festival), all independent short film projects. He has also had recurring appearances on the TV One Unsung series.Dana Dane’s Def Beat Entertainment (DBE) has produced “To Live and Die in Bedstuy” (limited series), Honor Among Thieves (film), and the highly anticipated psychological thriller “SIN” starring Lou Gossett Jr in post-production. Dana has multiple films in production and pre-production for 2024 -25, where he will serve as Producer/Line Producer among other job titles. Dana is uniquely qualified to create, produce, and deliver quality projects from conception to completion and anywhere in between.Dana Dane’s robust creative output stems from his drive to consistently create. “One of the best feelings I’ve ever felt,” he reveals, “is bringing an idea from conception to completion.”Most recently, Dana launched Fan A Cake Blow A Cake™ products during the COVID-19 pandemic in June of 2020. Fan A Cake is the best, new, sanitary, fun way to blow out any celebration cake candles. No more spreading germs while you share your cake with friends and family. Through this new venture, Dana Dane is on a mission to save the cake celebration tradition!Dana Dane also spent more than six (6) years behind the microphone as an on-air personality for the Sirius Satellite Radio Backspin channel, now LL Cool J’s Rock the Bells Radio, and recently concluded an on-air personality stint for ScratchVision Radio’s where he created and produced the FullCircle show. In addition to his solo performances, Dana Dane also performs as a founding member of The Alumni, a super group consisting of Dana Dane, Kwame, Chubb Rock, Special Ed, Monie Love, and Greg Nice.Dana Dane is deeply committed to helping others and sharing his blessings with those in need. Dana is a board member in his wife, Dr. Tana M. Session, a nonprofit, From Foster Care to Fabulous Foundation. The mission is to assist foster parents who temporarily take care of children aged birth to 4 years old until they can find permanent, loving, nurturing homes. Dana also serves as a spokesperson for the Linda B. Pinchoff Foundation, which brings a voice and support to cancer patients and their family members.Connect with BIG CED: https://www.instagram.com/bigced328/ https://www.facebook.com/bigced328 https://x.com/bigced https://bsky.app/profile/bigced328.bsky.social https://www.linkedin.com/in/bigced/ https://www.twitch.tv/bigced328 https://www.dailymotion.com/bigcedhttps://rumble.com/user/bigced328https://open.spotify.com/show/35yBW0BTd4c7HvCnh9dVXz?si=HvZeE8RfTJGH6YjvHBiYzg&nd=1&dlsi=a147a471e6ab4c5c https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-industry-cosign/id1638654676 https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-industry-cosign-105171601/https://www.youtube.com/@bigced328?sub_confirmation=1https://theindustrycosign.com/
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    1 h et 45 min