Sequoia Radio

Photography Duo Ahmad Barber and Donté Maurice share their creative inspirations and break down their unique behind the scenes process before a big shoot. The creative powerhouse also shoutout and recognize fashion stylist  Law Roach for giving them their first big break, shooting Zendaya for Instyle Magazine, explaining how they gained his trust and developed that initial connection. 

From college dropout to VP of A&R at First Access Entertainment — creative entrepreneur and music manager le’Roy Benros breaks down how he positioned himself for growth and success throughout his career, sharing the advice he would give to his younger self.

In the wake of George Floyd’s murder, Harlem-based Photographer Elijah Dominique speaks with our host Charlotte Sclapari about how he uses Art as Activism. The two also discuss concrete ways to support and amplify the work of organizers working to dismantle institutionalized racism.

Mitchell Ren, Founder of NY-based clothing brand Way With Words, breaks down how he made the switch from working in Finance to Advertising in order to move closer to his dreams. Mitchell also takes the time to explain how to leverage skills and connections from your 9 to 5 to fuel your side hustle and …

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In our fist Quarantine Live from NY — we catch up with Age and Jihad to discuss staying creative while in confinement, pivoting your business to thrive in our New Normal, self care tips, tiktok dances and how to score an influencer deal.

Age Humphrey and Jihad Harkeem of Clyde and Clyde break down their NY hustle, sharing tips on how to stay motivated and keep up your momentum. The creative duo explain how they scored Into the Gloss and Backdrop campaigns, as well as co-founding Good Looks Club, an online destination for men’s health and wellness. Recorded, …

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Award-winning Music Video and Commercial Director Shomi Patwary shares concrete steps to go from a room in your parents’ house to owning 6 homes — all from fulfilling your creative calling. Punom Patwary, in her first ever public interview, shares unique insight into the power couple’s day-to-day and just how she keeps Shomi’s productions on …

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Charlotte and Renée discuss the power of collaborating and asking for help, as well as how to best overcome obstacles in production and in life. Renée is an in-house content producer at Mad Decent, a record label founded by Grammy award-winning DJ and record producer Diplo. Prior to her time at Mad Decent, Renée founded …

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Chloe shares unique insights and tools from being an integral part of New York City's fastest growing company, Ro, securing $91 Million USD in investment. Charlotte and Chloe also explore what success truly means, and they expand on the 4 Keys to achieving it.

Charlotte and Ashima discuss strategies for dealing with the stresses of freelancing, embracing uncertainty and repurposing failure.