BLK ON THE SCENE

BLK ON THE SCENE is a love letter to Black creators, Black content and Black voices who are helping to drive change and representation in entertainment. As two industry professionals who have worked on some of the most iconic multicultural film and TV campaigns over the years, co-hosts DeDe Brown & Jon Gist, will honor the many accomplishments across film, TV, music, art and sports that celebrate diverse and nuanced stories that embody OUR culture. On each episode we will shout out and give flowers to some of the folks you know and those you should know for being BLK ON THE SCENE.

BLK ON THE SCENE is a tv podcast hosted by Jon Gist, with 61 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Jon Gist hosts BLK ON THE SCENE, a tv show with 61 episodes published.

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  Episode 61: Standing on Business with OJ Williams

  Apr 2, 20251h 12mS0

  <p>In this powerful season finale hosts DeDe Brown and Jon Gist sit down with media disruptor and creative multi-hyphenate OJ Williams, founder of The Knockturnal to talk how he built outlet from the ground up; why diversifying revenue streams is essential for media survival; the importance of community, mentorship, and so much more. </p><p><br></p><p>From starting out at The Source at just 15 years old to launching his own editorial and lifestyle brand, OJ gets candid about his journey through journalism, talent management, casting, A&R, and modeling. He reflects on wins, misses (including underestimating Nicki M...

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  Episode 60: Standing on Business with Massah David & Miatta Johnson — Building MVD Inc. & Shaping Culture

  Mar 26, 202547 minS0

  <p>To close out Women’s History Month, Blk on the Scene brings you an inspiring conversation with powerhouse sister duo and co-founders of the award-winning creative agency, MVD Inc.—Massah David and Miatta Johnson.</p><p><br></p><p>Hosts Jon Gist and DeDe Brown dive into how these cultural architects built a legacy rooted in creativity, strategy, and storytelling, working with iconic brands like Netflix, Sony Pictures, The Recording Academy, and more. From bootstrapping the launch of MVD with pure hustle to pioneering experiential marketing for artists like Kanye West and Big Sean, Massah and Miatta share the real...

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  Episode 59: Standing on Business with Angelina Darrisaw: Scaling Success & The Power of Coaching

  Mar 19, 20251h 2mS0

  <p>Blk on the Scene hosts Jon Gist and DeDe Brown sit down with Angelina Darrisaw, the dynamic founder and CEO of C-Suite Coach—a game-changing leadership development firm that’s worked with Google, Major League Baseball, Warner Music Group, Pandora, and more. As one of the elite 4.8% of women-owned businesses generating over $1M in revenue, Angelina shares her journey from corporate America to entrepreneurship, the power of coaching, and what it takes to scale a business while staying true to your values.</p><p><br></p><p>Follow Angelina Darrisaw, Founder & CEO, C-Suite Coach -  LinkedIn | Instagram</p><p>Follo...

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  Episode 58: Standing on Business for the Culture with Kamala Avila-Salmon

  Mar 12, 20251h 4mS0

  <p>In this powerful Women’s History Month episode of BLK ON THE SCENE, we’re celebrating trailblazing women making history! Our guest, Kamala Avila-Salmon, has been at the forefront of inclusive storytelling in Hollywood, from leading global campaigns at Google and Facebook to breaking barriers as the first-ever Head of Inclusive Content at Lionsgate. Now, she’s stepping into a new role as a film producer with her own production company, KAS KAS Productions, backed by Lionsgate.</p><p><br></p><p>Join hosts DeDe Brown and Jon Gist as they dive into Kamala’s inspiring journey—how she pivoted fr...

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  Episode 57: Standing on Business with Candis Grace

  Mar 5, 202542 minS6

  <p>In this episode of BLK ON THE SCENE, hosts DeDe Brown and Jon Gist sit down with Candis Grace, a trailblazing entrepreneur, marketing strategist, and founder of The Brand Group. A Compton native, Candis made history as Hollywood’s only female promoter, later launching a full-service marketing empire with clients like the NBA Players Association, Adidas, Netflix, BET, and more.</p><p><br></p><p>As we kick off Women’s History Month, Candis shares her journey of breaking barriers in male-dominated industries, the power of relationships in brand-building, and why giving back to her community is at the core...

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