The Industry Is Watching® Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/the-industry-is-watching The Industry Is Watching is here to Inform, Influence, Inspire the Underdogs and the Insiders of the Industry. This is a safe-space for creatives and entrepreneurs to elaborate about their successes and their challenges. We promote positivity & collaboration. © 2025 The Industry Is Watching LLC b4301be9-f7b0-5b6a-ae4d-4623fb962d04 no en Fri, 09 Feb 2024 15:07:06 -0500 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 15:37:23 -0500 http://theindustryiswatching.com https://img.transistor.fm/DcOdNg-NBHrTYTFLNw9amqaVzJLW06fwlT5vA006Ct0/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzU1MjIvMTU3MzIy/MjcyMy1hcnR3b3Jr/LmpwZw.jpg The Industry Is Watching® http://theindustryiswatching.com episodic The Industry Is Watching LLC The Industry Is Watching is here to Inform, Influence, Inspire the Underdogs and the Insiders of the Industry. This is a safe-space for creatives and entrepreneurs to elaborate about their successes and their challenges. We promote positivity & collaboration. The Industry Is Watching is here to Inform, Influence, Inspire the Underdogs and the Insiders of the Industry. entreprenuers, artist, art, music, sound, media, fashion, industry, entertainment, social media, social, watching, television, podcast, projects, producers, writer, editor, goals, producers, Underdog, underdogs, Insiders, creative Director, production, HBO, set life, producers, BLM, Black Lives, MAtter, LGBTQ DeMarius "Champ" Kilpatrick No Yes Ep. 9 - The Industry Is Watching: A. Walker Jr 9 9 Ep. 9 - The Industry Is Watching: A. Walker Jr full 833172cf-417e-4df4-a216-d0ff2f0a8082 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0fa64afe Get a dose of Black Boy Joy on this episode of The Industry Is Watching Podcast. Alphonso Walker Jr, professional actor and creative breaks down the importance of taking care of his mental health. His down to earth demeanor and his inspiring insight is a breath of fresh air. He elaborates with Champ on his process of self discovery, his challenges and the famous widows peak.  Keep Watching, Alphonso Walker Jr. is not next but now!

]]> Get a dose of Black Boy Joy on this episode of The Industry Is Watching Podcast. Alphonso Walker Jr, professional actor and creative breaks down the importance of taking care of his mental health. His down to earth demeanor and his inspiring insight is a breath of fresh air. He elaborates with Champ on his process of self discovery, his challenges and the famous widows peak.  Keep Watching, Alphonso Walker Jr. is not next but now!

]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2020 07:15:11 -0400 The Industry Is Watching LLC The Industry Is Watching LLC 2559 Get a dose of Black Boy Joy on this episode of The Industry Is Watching Podcast. Alphonso Walker Jr, professional actor and creative breaks down the importance of taking care of his mental health. His down to earth demeanor and his inspiring insight is a breath of fresh air. He elaborates with Champ on his process of self discovery, his challenges and the famous widows peak. Keep Watching, Alphonso Walker Jr. is not next but now! Get a dose of Black Boy Joy on this episode of The Industry Is Watching Podcast. Alphonso Walker Jr, professional actor and creative breaks down the importance of taking care of his mental health. His down to earth demeanor and his inspiring insight is a mentalhealth, creatives, actor, therapy, artist, newyork, brooklyn, self care, art, music, playwright, bedstuy, film, enterpreneur, vote No Ep. 8 - The Industry Is Watching: Richardine Bartee 8 8 Ep. 8 - The Industry Is Watching: Richardine Bartee full 011cc8a1-5a52-4fbb-a398-6410ed7af165 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f04ddf36 Industry Underdog turned Industry Insider Richardine Bartee is Independent Major! 

Her website Grungecake.com is a highly curated and respected pod of music, reviews, releases & more. 

While being sought out for her ear in music, Richardine also offers A&R and Publicity for celebrities and influencers. 


In this episode, Richardine and Champ discuss her love for Afro-Beats, her affiliation with the Grammys Recording Academy and how she keeps her integrity intact while being privy to confidential  "industry"  news and info. 

Def check out this episode to find out who Richardine is Watching and Listening to. 
#theindustryiswatching

]]> Industry Underdog turned Industry Insider Richardine Bartee is Independent Major! 

Her website Grungecake.com is a highly curated and respected pod of music, reviews, releases & more. 

While being sought out for her ear in music, Richardine also offers A&R and Publicity for celebrities and influencers. 


In this episode, Richardine and Champ discuss her love for Afro-Beats, her affiliation with the Grammys Recording Academy and how she keeps her integrity intact while being privy to confidential  "industry"  news and info. 

Def check out this episode to find out who Richardine is Watching and Listening to. 
#theindustryiswatching

]]> Tue, 04 Aug 2020 19:25:01 -0400 The Industry Is Watching LLC The Industry Is Watching LLC 2892 Industry Underdog turned Industry Insider Richardine Bartee is Independent Major! Her website Grungecake.com is a highly curated and respected pod of music, reviews, releases & more. While being sought out for her ear in music, Richardine also offers A&R and Publicity for celebrities and influencers. In this episode, Richardine and Champ discuss her influence on music culture, her love for Afro-Beats, her affiliation with the Grammys Recording Academy and how she keeps her integrity intact while being privy to confidential "industry" news and info. Def check out this episode to find out who Richardine is Watching and Listening to. #theindustryiswatching Industry Underdog turned Industry Insider Richardine Bartee is Independent Major! Her website Grungecake.com is a highly curated and respected pod of music, reviews, releases & more. While being sought out for her ear in music, Richardine also off entreprenuers, artist, art, music, sound, media, fashion, industry, entertainment, social media, social, watching, television, podcast, projects, producers, writer, editor, goals, producers, Underdog, underdogs, Insiders, creative Director, production, HBO, set life, producers, BLM, Black Lives, MAtter, LGBTQ No Ep. 7 - The Industry Is Watching: William Oaks IV 7 7 Ep. 7 - The Industry Is Watching: William Oaks IV full 3aa368ee-066b-480d-8f2b-509e5c18b776 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b7e6eb0d TV Producer and Creative Will Oaks IV chops is up with the host, Champ about the Industry and how he treats everyday like a classroom while working on your favorite TV and reality shows. 

]]> TV Producer and Creative Will Oaks IV chops is up with the host, Champ about the Industry and how he treats everyday like a classroom while working on your favorite TV and reality shows. 

]]> Sun, 26 Jul 2020 12:52:46 -0400 The Industry Is Watching LLC The Industry Is Watching LLC 2105 TV Producer and Creative Will Oaks IV chops it up with the host, Champ about the Industry and how he treats everyday like a classroom while working on your favorite TV and reality shows. TV Producer and Creative Will Oaks IV chops it up with the host, Champ about the Industry and how he treats everyday like a classroom while working on your favorite TV and reality shows. entreprenuers, artist, art, music, sound, media, fashion, industry, entertainment, social media, social, watching, television, podcast, projects, producers, writer, editor, goals, producers, Underdog, underdogs, Insiders, creative Director, production, HBO, set life, producers, BLM, Black Lives, MAtter, LGBTQ No Ep. 6: Black N Fashion 6 6 Ep. 6: Black N Fashion full 5ad9f2ff-c328-4721-b111-6cf04ee3dffe https://share.transistor.fm/s/98b6041f Episode 6 of The Industry Is Watching podcast Champ sat down with Lenese Calleea Fashion Entrepreneur who created the blueprint on how to get into the fashion industry. From concept to product, Lenese offers education, empowerment and fashion consulting classes on how to bring your fashion dreams to life. 

]]> Episode 6 of The Industry Is Watching podcast Champ sat down with Lenese Calleea Fashion Entrepreneur who created the blueprint on how to get into the fashion industry. From concept to product, Lenese offers education, empowerment and fashion consulting classes on how to bring your fashion dreams to life. 

]]> Sat, 06 Jun 2020 08:00:00 -0400 The Industry Is Watching LLC The Industry Is Watching LLC 2267 Fashion Entrepreneur Lenese Calleea created the blueprint on how to get into the fashion industry. From concept to product, Lenese offers education, empowerment and fashion consulting classes on how to bring your fashion dreams to life. Fashion Entrepreneur Lenese Calleea created the blueprint on how to get into the fashion industry. From concept to product, Lenese offers education, empowerment and fashion consulting classes on how to bring your fashion dreams to life. #industry #Entrepreneur #passion #fashion #designer #style #insider #blackdesigner #Brooklyn #blueprint #apparel No Ep. 5 :Ryan Roberson- "The Humble Insider" 5 5 Ep. 5 :Ryan Roberson- "The Humble Insider" full d0075536-dcf0-4f75-8897-ed59dbdedd09 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e3cea5df This episode of The Industry Is Watching podcast features Ryan Robertson, a marketing giant that has built some of the biggest brands. He is currently Innovation Director and Head of Multicultural Marketing at Diagio. He manages campaigns for brands such as Ketle One, Crown Royal and Ciroq. He identifies, activates and engages between the brand and consumer. Ryan’s unique perspective is invaluable to fulfilling his clients’ needs.

With all his gems of wisdom, it is clear why Champ, host of The Industry is Watching podcast, calls Ryan a humble insider. In each edition, Champ will ask the guest “Are you an Insider or an Underdog?” Ryan doesn’t put himself on a pedestal, but gives a no-nonsense account of how he views himself. He radiates confidence and an insightful awareness of his profession without ego. An easily likable personality.

They go through his many accolades, which includes being selected for Ad Age‘s prestigious 40 under 40 shaping marketing media. Champ and Ryan’s conversation flows like a couple of old friends catching up. It’s a breath of fresh air to get strait to the heart of the matter. If you work in advertising or marketing, there are a lot of insiders that offer steam versus substance. Ryan offers his expertise with grace. Follow him on Instagram @realryanrob.

Be sure to catch Ryan Robertson on this captivating addition to The Industry is Watching podcast. You can listen regularly on iTunes, Spotify or Soundcloud. Discover if you are an Insider, an Underdog or fall somewhere in between. Because like Champ says, you are only one contact, one call, or one post away from making it happen. Follow Champ on Instagram @champmedia.

]]> This episode of The Industry Is Watching podcast features Ryan Robertson, a marketing giant that has built some of the biggest brands. He is currently Innovation Director and Head of Multicultural Marketing at Diagio. He manages campaigns for brands such as Ketle One, Crown Royal and Ciroq. He identifies, activates and engages between the brand and consumer. Ryan’s unique perspective is invaluable to fulfilling his clients’ needs.

With all his gems of wisdom, it is clear why Champ, host of The Industry is Watching podcast, calls Ryan a humble insider. In each edition, Champ will ask the guest “Are you an Insider or an Underdog?” Ryan doesn’t put himself on a pedestal, but gives a no-nonsense account of how he views himself. He radiates confidence and an insightful awareness of his profession without ego. An easily likable personality.

They go through his many accolades, which includes being selected for Ad Age‘s prestigious 40 under 40 shaping marketing media. Champ and Ryan’s conversation flows like a couple of old friends catching up. It’s a breath of fresh air to get strait to the heart of the matter. If you work in advertising or marketing, there are a lot of insiders that offer steam versus substance. Ryan offers his expertise with grace. Follow him on Instagram @realryanrob.

Be sure to catch Ryan Robertson on this captivating addition to The Industry is Watching podcast. You can listen regularly on iTunes, Spotify or Soundcloud. Discover if you are an Insider, an Underdog or fall somewhere in between. Because like Champ says, you are only one contact, one call, or one post away from making it happen. Follow Champ on Instagram @champmedia.

]]> Thu, 28 May 2020 14:00:00 -0400 The Industry Is Watching LLC The Industry Is Watching LLC 1871 The Industry Is Watching" podcast features Ryan Roberson, a marketing guru who has led many billion (yes, billion) dollar brands in the marketing, advertising, and media arena. With all of his accolades and his down-to-earth demeanor, it’s clear why Champ deems Ryan as the "Humble Insider". They talk 'Insiders & Underdogs’, building brands and how they both have moved away but still rep their hometown of Memphis, TN The Industry Is Watching" podcast features Ryan Roberson, a marketing guru who has led many billion (yes, billion) dollar brands in the marketing, advertising, and media arena. With all of his accolades and his down-to-earth demeanor, it’s clear why Cha adage, 40Under40, The Industry Is Watching, Entreprenuers, marketing, media, artist, advertising, ciroq, Diageo, brands, panel, culture, networking, brooklyn, NYC, creatives, audio, podcast, No Ep. 4 "Brandon the Buyer" 4 4 Ep. 4 "Brandon the Buyer" full a1250516-805a-4f4c-adb2-febf4c77cd94 https://share.transistor.fm/s/98727b25 Brandon The Buyer offers insight into his industry and how keeps everything in check and balance. Brandon shares marketing insights on the real estate market, investing and how he's connecting NYC. 

]]> Brandon The Buyer offers insight into his industry and how keeps everything in check and balance. Brandon shares marketing insights on the real estate market, investing and how he's connecting NYC. 

]]> Sat, 21 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0400 The Industry Is Watching LLC The Industry Is Watching LLC 2590 Brandon The Buyer offers insight into his industry and how keeps everything in check and balance. Check out Brandon's Instagram: @brandonthebuyer111 Brandon The Buyer offers insight into his industry and how keeps everything in check and balance. Check out Brandon's Instagram: @brandonthebuyer111 entreprenuers, artist, art, music, sound, media, fashion, industry, entertainment, social media, social, watching, television, podcast, projects, producers, writer, editor, goals, producers, Underdog, underdogs, Insiders, creative Director, production, HBO, set life, producers, BLM, Black Lives, MAtter, LGBTQ No Ep. 3 "Kinna LeBlanc" 3 3 Ep. 3 "Kinna LeBlanc" full 1ba7c0ea-9e0b-4bb6-ba46-1eaf7641f752 https://share.transistor.fm/s/334f24ac Digital Illustrator, Kinna LeBlanc gives insight on how to mix and master your mental health and your artistry. 
She also speaks on how she transitioned from the "fashion game" to the "art world". @kinna_LeBlanc_creative

]]> Digital Illustrator, Kinna LeBlanc gives insight on how to mix and master your mental health and your artistry. 
She also speaks on how she transitioned from the "fashion game" to the "art world". @kinna_LeBlanc_creative

]]> Sat, 07 Mar 2020 00:00:00 -0500 The Industry Is Watching LLC The Industry Is Watching LLC 2503 Digital Illustrator, Kinna LeBlanc gives insight on how to mix and master your mental health and your artistry. She also speaks on how she transitioned from the "fashion game" to the "art world". Check out Kinna's artwork on Instagram: @kinna_LeBlanc_creative Digital Illustrator, Kinna LeBlanc gives insight on how to mix and master your mental health and your artistry. She also speaks on how she transitioned from the "fashion game" to the "art world". Check out Kinna's artwork on Instagram: @kinna_LeBlanc_cre entreprenuers, artist, art, music, sound, media, fashion, industry, entertainment, social media, social, watching, television, podcast, projects, producers, writer, editor, goals, producers, Underdog, underdogs, Insiders, creative Director, production, HBO, set life, producers, BLM, Black Lives, MAtter, LGBTQ No Ep. 2 "Growing In the Industry" 2 2 Ep. 2 "Growing In the Industry" full 2df9fc43-5215-4e1d-a765-37249428d6a4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/74cd290a They finessed their way into the industry via trial and error. 
Host: Champ @champmedia & Shaun Fontain @shaunfontain. 

]]> They finessed their way into the industry via trial and error. 
Host: Champ @champmedia & Shaun Fontain @shaunfontain. 

]]> Sat, 08 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0500 The Industry Is Watching The Industry Is Watching 2636 They finessed their way into the industry via trial and error. Host: Champ@champmedia & Shaun Fontain @shaunfontain. They finessed their way into the industry via trial and error. Host: Champ@champmedia & Shaun Fontain @shaunfontain. finesse, theindustryiswatching, industry, underdog, insider, industryunderdog, media, bricmedia, podcast, enterprenuer, creatives, art, hustle No Ep. 1 "Therapy" 1 1 Ep. 1 "Therapy" full f7ec8029-0d75-441a-a7af-1a1f9d68486c https://share.transistor.fm/s/4a1c2247 Brooklyn Female rapper and artist Skitzo (@whoisskitzo) wrote a song called "Therapy" before she entered counseling after years of relationship dramas and childhood trauma. The host, Champ @champmedia and Skitzo dive into the benefits of therapy, inner-child work, music, setting boundaries in relationships and the tools and perspective gained from them both entering therapy after hitting some emotional speed bumps in life while balancing their artistry. 

]]> Brooklyn Female rapper and artist Skitzo (@whoisskitzo) wrote a song called "Therapy" before she entered counseling after years of relationship dramas and childhood trauma. The host, Champ @champmedia and Skitzo dive into the benefits of therapy, inner-child work, music, setting boundaries in relationships and the tools and perspective gained from them both entering therapy after hitting some emotional speed bumps in life while balancing their artistry. 

]]> Sat, 01 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0500 The Industry Is Watching LLC The Industry Is Watching LLC 2698 In the first episode of The Industry Is Watching Podcast the host, Champ and Skitzo elaborate on how important it is for creatives, artist and entrepreneurs to seek therapy while balancing their artistry. Check out Skitzo's Instagram: @whoisskitzo In the first episode of The Industry Is Watching Podcast the host, Champ and Skitzo elaborate on how important it is for creatives, artist and entrepreneurs to seek therapy while balancing their artistry. Check out Skitzo's Instagram: @whoisskitzo therapy, artist, newyork, brooklyn, self care, art, music, No