For The Creators

Friday Spotlights! We have adjusted our schedule slightly with long form interviews published on Mondays and Spotlight Episodes published on Fridays from now on. We want to be your book ends, start and end your creative week with For The Creators! Today we're back, spotlighting an incredible make up artist (MUA) we spotted on Instagram who has a particular talent for Lip Makeup, Alexis aka @LXSTV - you have to check out her workWe also discuss the topic of the week: Do Women Need to Wear Make-Up To Be Successful?You guys, our audience submitted your thoughts via instagram and we discussed those too, so listen out for the shout out!Links:http://instagram.com/lxstvhttps://www.youtube.com/c/LXSTVAlexis work for MAC Cosmetics https://www.instagram.com/p/Bk5meXJAFnv/?taken-by=maccosmeticsuk@forthecreatorspodcast on insta@for_thecreators on twitterHosts:Ryan Nile - @journeyofthenileVernaire Bass - @vernairebassListen on iTunes, Spotify and more:linktr.ee/forthecreatorspodcastSupport this show http://suppo

Welcome back to another episode of For the Creators, where it’s our job to demystify creativity. In these long form conversations, we tease out tips and tricks from all kinds of creatives whether they’re Musicians, Presenters, Actors, Directors, DJs, Writers, Entrepreneurs and everything in between.In this episode, I sit down with Yinka Bokinni aka the one and only Yinkdaddy. Yinka is currently a presenter for Capital Xtra and Diet Coke, she is a TEDEx speaker, a blogger and her list of accolades go on and on. At such a young age and with so many achievements under her very fashionable belt, she is definitely a force to be reckoned with. But the best thing about Yinka in my opinion, is the fact that she swings to the beat of her own drum and is unapologetically herself 100% of the time. During our conversation, she reminisced on what it was like growing up with 6 siblings, witnessing the impact of her neighbour Damilola Taylor’s death, studying law at university and how after hearing how much fun a Super

On this weeks spotlight we explore diversifying your talents, following your curiosity and debate where Gender plays a role in a persons creativity. Our special guest today is DJ Lara Fraser who has carved out a lane for herself, leveraging her many talents over the course of her career. Lara gives out tips for upcoming DJs and how to use your personal brand to your advantage.Links:https://www.instagram.com/lara.fraser/https://open.spotify.com/artist/7kOpGC5Th5n53QVkVqvbdjThe Cake Server | Joseph's Most Complex Machine Ever https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=auIlGqEyTm8Plu.us/animal@forthecreatorspodcast on insta@for_thecreators on twitterHosts:Ryan Nile - @journeyofthenileVernaire Bass - @vernairebassListen on iTunes, Spotify and more:linktr.ee/forthecreatorspodcastSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/For-The-Creators-Podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome back to For The Creators, where it's our job to dissect creativity and the minds behind the things we love.Today we have a snapshot episode, focusing on a London based community group called The Manhood Academy.The MANHOOD ACADEMY for boys is a community based charitable programme committed to offering young men between the ages of 8 - 12 years (pre-teens), 13 – 19 years (teens) and 19 - 25 years, life-changing transformational workshops.This programme is 100% focused on helping our young people (8-25year olds) make the challenging transition from adolescence to adulthood.The unique ‘rites of passage’ programme is a fusion of mentoring and transformational coaching encompassing:* Transformative workshops.* Mentoring - which includes ensuring our young leaders receive intensive one-to-one life coaching and support from volunteers and coaches.* A life changing ‘Coming of Age’ rites of passage ceremony.Today we sit down with Brother Khonsu, one of 8 founders of The Manhood Academy and we discuss how the

Today we jump into a snapshot with Keaton Rich, a photographer and creative art director who is steadily on the rise. Having taken candid shots for the likes of Stormzy, J Hus, Lewis Hamilton, Anne Marie and being the all round art director for newcomer Mullaly, Keaton has made a huge mark in his relatively short career.This episode we go deep into photography and deeper issues that creatives can face, how do you deal with sudden loss and where does that take you as a creator? Keaton tells you how he has done it with his incredibly moving story.https://twitter.com/KeatonRich/status/1015550372977479682Links:http://keatonrich.co/https://www.instagram.com/keaton_rich/https://twitter.com/keatonrichEmail:forthecreatorsshow@gmail.com: forthecreatorsshow@gmail.comFollow us!@forthecreatorspodcast on insta@for_thecreators on twitterHosts:Ryan Nile - @journeyofthenileVernaire Bass - @vernairebassListen on iTunes, Spotify and more:linktr.ee/forthecreatorspodcastSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com

Welcome back to another episode of For The Creators, where its our job to demystify creativity. In these long form conversations, we tease out tips and tricks from all kinds of creatives whether they’re Musicians, Presenters, Actors, Directors, DJs, Writers, Entrepreneurs and everything in between.In this episode I sit down with Ruby Aryiku, one of the owners of the social marketing agency Vamp and a young woman who is destined to do big things in the future. As trailblazers for inclusivity and cultural diversity, Ruby and her business partners are the true definition of Black Girl Magic. Not only have they hosted film premiers with Oprah Winfrey, Ava Duverney and Jada Pinkett Smith, they are also embarking on a campaign to change the beauty industry by launching their own beauty event Shades of Beauty Live this August.During our conversation we touched on Ruby’s childhood, how she randomly decided to study media at college, sneaking into the Google offices, working with her two best friends and the importanc

We're back with another amazing spotlight episode for you, today we sit down with Bisi Akins who is a Presenter for TV & Events. Bisi previously won Miss Nigeria and is also the founder of YG Initiative, a youth community group aimed to inspire, develop and educate our youth with self worth. Bisi has many strings to her bow and you we hope you enjoy the story of her journey so far as much as we did!We explore the the advantages and disadvantages of 'pretty privilege' and how that can effect your chances as a creator in your field.We're sure you will get value from this episode! Please forward on and recommend to anyone you think will get something from it too!Links:Meet the Presenters: Bisi Akins ://www.yangatv.com/blog/meet-the-presenters-turn-upSELFIE Principles ~ LIPS https://www.instagram.com/p/BggXBAKnJAO/---Email:forthecreatorsshow@gmail.com: forthecreatorsshow@gmail.comFollow us!@forthecreatorspodcast on insta@for_thecreators on twitterHosts:Ryan Nile - @journeyofthenileVernaire Bass

We're back with a production focused Spotlight with special guest MayDay Carter discussed transitioning from a producer into an artist. Working with Will.I.AM and finding balance between collaboration and working on solo projects.Our weekly topic: Has The Internet Made it More Difficult for Producers to get Paid?LinksRapman - Shiro's Story (Part 2) | Link Up TVhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P7qJPUet81wMayday Carter - Squatshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HrkKD0LyfrQDrake Type Beat - "Mercury" | Offset Trap Beat Instrumental 2018https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2js_uA13bRQ!llmindhttps://blapkits.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyZarbGW5NnuVEMc93aXiwgFLAVA TV Identshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kGg5C_KkRgIDrake Responds Pusha T & Kanye West On Scorpion Album...https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=--jkaG2LUvs---Email:forthecreatorsshow@gmail.com: forthecreatorsshow@gmail.comFollow us!@forthecreatorspodcast on everythingHosts:Ryan Nile - @journeyofthenileVernaire Bass - @vernairebassListen:linktr.

How important is PR & Networking for creatives? How do you initiate conversations with influencers and decision makers? Is making good art enough to make it big or do you need a PR team to take you to the next level?We explore all in todays snapshot, focusing on PR and networking.Follow our guest on instagram @mrjsmash and check out http://streamlinepr.co.uk/---Review, Rate & Share! We would love to hear your feedback and suggestions---Email:forthecreatorsshow@gmail.comFollow us!@forthecreatorspodcast on everythingHosts:Ryan Nile - @journeyofthenileVernaire Bass - @vernairebassListen:linktr.ee/forthecreatorspodcastSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/For-The-Creators-Podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Art is our focus this week on our spotlight episode. We sit down with @StazzyArt who is an amazing painter from London. We talk being commissioned by Arsenal Football Club to create original pieces for the team, community and Arsene Wenger. We explore how Stazzy got into art, what tips he has for upcoming artists and how he is giving back to the community. We seriously learnt a lot about Art from this episode and really enjoyed this convo! Hope you do too.Weekly topic: Should Artists Receive Royalties if their Paintings are Sold On? What do you think?***SHOW NOTES/LINKS***Stazzy Art: https://www.instagram.com/stazzyart/Arsene Knows Piece: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bhyyd6IBgoG/?taken-by=stazzyartJoel Rea: instagram.com/joelrea---Review, Rate & Share! We would love to hear your feedback and suggestions---Email:forthecreatorsshow@gmail.comFollow us!@forthecreatorspodcast on everythingHosts:Ryan Nile - @journeyofthenileVernaire Bass - @vernairebassSupport this show http://supporter.

We're back in the studio with session musician, tour manager and music industry all rounder Eddie Frimpong.As always, Ryan and Vernaire explore the world of creativity and chat with a weekly guestWe discuss- Does having a Plan B mean that you’ve giving up on Plan A?- Drumming for Martin Garrix and Bebe Rexha- Being rejected 30+ times getting into the business side of the industry- Getting music industry legend Kwame Kwaten as a mentor- Being pigeon holed and how Social Media can shape your perception- Holding onto your goals and dreams---Review, Rate & Share! We would love to hear your feedback and suggestions---Email:forthecreatorsshow@gmail.comFollow us!@forthecreatorspodcast on everythingHosts:Ryan Nile - @journeyofthenileVernaire Bass - @vernairebassSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/For-The-Creators-Podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

'some girls get sent flowers, I get sent beats' is what Maiday's email signature says and its for good reason... Maiday is an amazing Artist and songwriter with various hits to her name, including 'Don't Go' by Wretch 32, 'Fade' with Jakwob and 'At My Best' with Machine Gun Kelly and Hailee Stainsfield. Ryan and Maiday explore the reality behind being an artist and songwriter in the music industry and the ins and outs of writing a hit song. We explore how Maiday discovered writing as a child to the moment she achieved her first UK Number 1 with Wretch 32. We exchange tips and tricks on being a creative and handling the pressures of the music industry as an artist and as a songwriter. The focus for this podcast was the writing facet however, Maiday has new music dropping real soon so keep an eye out for it!!! (links below)**SHOW NOTES**- Obsession with words started by hearing adult vocabulary- How Maiday finds melodies to fit lyrics - There is so much more to writing and producing than the writing and pr

Ryan and Vernaire catch up over Skype and discuss the most creative things of the week and discuss the weekly topic: How can we use Fear as a creative?***SHOW NOTES/LINKS***Digital Emoji Art: https://instagram.com/p/BjrchxqBZiX/Digital Art: https://instagram.com/p/BjxDdtpBYow/What an elephant can teach you: https://instagram.com/p/Bj338p0hWpn/Kevin Hart interview: https://instagram.com/p/Bj0LIuFhi2B/Yardie Film Trailer: https://instagram.com/p/BjzL40LBuT5/1000 True Fans by Kevin Kelly: https://youtu.be/FZ4u8IK_McQ---Review, Rate & Share! We would love to hear your feedback and suggestions---Email:forthecreatorsshow@gmail.comFollow us!@forthecreatorspodcast on everythingHosts:Ryan Nile - @journeyofthenileVernaire Bass - @vernairebassSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/For-The-Creators-Podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Walé Adeyemi MBE is a British-Nigerian fashion designer. He has worked as head designer at B-side, former creative director at New Era, an entrepreneur, industry spokesperson, music promoter, ambassador for The Prince's Trust and stylist to numerous celebrities.His designs have been worn by Beyoncé, Rihanna, Ellie Goulding, Alicia Keys, The Black Eyed Peas, Usher, Missy Elliott, Jourdan Dunn, Estelle, Victoria Beckham, David Beckham, Mos Def, Tinie Tempah, Ms. Dynamite and Joey Badass to name but a few. British style markets have also used Walé for their brands; Adidas, Caterpillar Inc., Nokia, Martell, Slazenger, Superdrug, Sky and New Era have all been clients of Walé. At the age of 18, Adeyemi began an internship with British Designer Joe Casely-Hayford.The Walé Adeyemi collection debuted in 1998 as a menswear collection "somewhe

Today we have a short 'snapshot' episode and its a follow up Q&A with Sean Sagar (full interview in Episode 011) where we discuss what it is like watching yourself on TV, what it is like auditioning and 'Monk' the character he plays in BBC's drama 'Our Girl'.Enjoy!!---Sean Sagar is a London based actor who made his acting debut in critically acclaimed feature film 'ILL Manors' directed by Ben Drew aka Plan B. He then landed a part in the hit TV show 'TopBoy' and then went on to various other shows and film such as Casualty, Trollied, We Are Monster. Sean is now featured as a season regular alongside Michelle Keegan in BBC Drama 'OurGirl' as 'Monk' with season 4 premiering on Tuesday June 5th 2018 on BBC One!Remember, catch Our Girl on BBC One Tuesdays at 9pm and on BBC iPlayer!---Review, Rate & Share! We would love to hear your feedback and suggestions---Email:forthecreatorsshow@gmail.comFollow us!@forthecreatorspodcast on everythingHosts:Ryan Nile - @journeyofthenileVernaire Bass - @vernairebass

Sean Sagar is a London based actor who made his acting debut in critically acclaimed feature film 'ILL Manors' directed by Ben Drew aka Plan B. He then landed a part in the hit TV show 'TopBoy' and then went on to various other shows and film such as Casualty, Trollied, We Are Monster. Sean is now featured as a season regular alongside Michelle Keegan in BBC Drama 'OurGirl' as 'Monk' with season 4 premiering on Tuesday June 5th 2018 on BBC One!We explore what it's like behind the scenes as an actor, how he 'fell' into acting and what he has learned about himself along the way.We really enjoyed this episode and hope you do too!Remember, catch Our Girl on BBC One this Summer and on BBC iPlayer!***SHOW NOTES**** Recording ADR as an actor (Automated Dialogue Replacement)* Beyond ‘its a wrap’ having respect for everyone involved* Keeping up Good energy, why stress happens but is ultimately irrelevant* Life-changing moment, auditioning for Ben Drew's movie ‘Ill Manors’* Styling Plan B and getting callbacks* Be

Today we explore the effects of streaming have on real world experiences, namely, the cinema. We spotlight up and coming film maker and director, Jordan Williams @mrwillmedia (showreel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nIn7wKAk4Ik). We discuss what its like to have his films submitted to festivals such as BAFTA affiliated Aesthetica Short Film Festival, Jordans challenges as he rises through the industry and more!As always we discuss the most creative thing we have seen this week and debate this weeks topic: Are Netflix and other streaming services Replacing Cinema?---Review, Rate & Share! We would love to hear your feedback and suggestions---Email:forthecreatorsshow@gmail.comFollow us!@for_thecreators on everythingHosts:Ryan Nile - @journeyofthenileVernaire Bass - @vernairebassSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/For-The-Creators-Podcast. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today we sit down with Angelina Dove (@angelinadove). Angelina is a singer, poet, designer, painter, writer… she creates a lot! She is part of a duo, Snowhill who featured on TV show ‘Stalker’We explore how having a restricted childhood can shape your imagination and make you more creative and how rejections make you stronger.For anyone who has had or is having a tough time creating under some sort of restriction, this ones for you.Without further adue, please enjoy my sit-down with, Angelina Dove.****SHOW NOTES****- Being a poet rather than a singer- Having a fleet of creativity- Having an unconventional childhood and how that created Angelinas imagination- Best way to learn how to do something, Do it yourself- Witnessing a Heist and never like planning- Only having factual books around- Passion is a NEED- Being home schooled and not being able to read & write at age 11- Having encouraging parents and Being guided as an artist- Exploring imagination- Nature vs Nurture- Burning desire Completing stuff bec

Today we are spotlighting Komali Scott-Jones (@komali_krldn) owner of clothing brand Kings Ransom (https://www.kingsransomlondon.co.uk/) and A&R at Parlophone Records.Hosts Ryan (@journeyofthenile) and Vernaire (@Vernairebass) catch up and discuss this week in the world of creativity.We discuss :-What role record labels play in the music industry in 2018?What was the most creative thing you saw this week?***SHOW NOTES***The great escape: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-44169350Kings Ransom Label: https://www.kingsransomlondon.co.uk/Yanny or Laurel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7X_WvGAhMlQBrainstorm/thread needle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1okD66RmktAGUAP Magazine & VAMP: http://www.guap.co.uk/meet-vamp-a-social-marketing-agency-by-3-young-woc-helping-brands-connect-with-ethnic-minority-talent/---Review, Rate & Share! We would love to hear your feedback and suggestions---Email:forthecreatorsshow@gmail.comFollow us!@forthecreatorspodcast on everythingHosts:Ryan Nile -

Welcome back to For The Creators, where its our job to demystify creativity. In these long form conversations we tease out tips and tricks from all kinds of creatives whether theyre Musicians, radio Presenters, Actors, Directors, DJs, Writers Entrepreneurs and everything in between..Today we sit down with True Tiger. True Tiger is what I like to call a cultural influencer, with hands in many pies. He runs a record label, manages artists of various types (singers, actors, painters) and came up producing and DJing. We explore the early parts of modern UK culture and how it has developed over the past two decades or so and how that inspired True Tiger to start a record label, wave the flag for Grime in the early days with the likes of Wiley, Dizzee Rascal, Skepta) to working with Ed Sheeran and Kurupt FM. We also explore modern art as True Tiger is a bit of an enthusiast and I was curious to learn more about his foray into the art world.For anyone that loves garage, grime or anything UK this one i