Ever wonder what really changes when a producer moves from a living room setup to a studio with a door, a sign, and a tax ID? We sit down with Kodi “Phunkiefoot” Owens to unpack the leap to Studio 22 and why that one decision reshapes how clients show up, how money flows, and how a whole city can take itself more seriously as a music market. It’s a grounded blueprint for indie artists and producers who want more than streams—they want structure, ownership, and a path that pays. Kodi takes us...
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Ever wonder what really changes when a producer moves from a living room setup to a studio with a door, a sign, and a tax ID? We sit down with Kodi “Phunkiefoot” Owens to unpack the leap to Studio 22 and why that one decision reshapes how clients show up, how money flows, and how a whole city can take itself more seriously as a music market. It’s a grounded blueprint for indie artists and producers who want more than streams—they want structure, ownership, and a path that pays. Kodi takes us...
Ever wonder what really changes when a producer moves from a living room setup to a studio with a door, a sign, and a tax ID? We sit down with Kodi “Phunkiefoot” Owens to unpack the leap to Studio 22 and why that one decision reshapes how clients show up, how money flows, and how a whole city can take itself more seriously as a music market. It’s a grounded blueprint for indie artists and producers who want more than streams—they want structure, ownership, and a path that pays. Kodi takes us...
Welcome to Blonde Intelligence, I am your host Ms. Roni and I always seek to give you exquisite cranial repertoire. Hungry families. Shuttered paychecks. Loud opinions. Quiet facts. We take on the empathy gap around public benefits and ask a harder question: what does fairness look like when the pantry is empty and the rent is due? We start by reframing “welfare” to include the benefits many of us already use—tax breaks, SBA loans, VA support, FHA mortgages—so the conversation stops being “us...
Support the Show: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1172687/support Welcome to this week's Blonde Intelligence, I am you host Ms. Roni, and I always seek to give you exquisite cranial repertoire. One fan showed up at five o’clock on a Thursday for Indie Artist, Kwe the Artist—and that was enough to spark one of the most meaningful shows of the tour. We dive into the real mechanics of indie growth, where honesty beats hype and small rooms become training grounds for skill, trust, and repeatable ...
Welcome to this week's Blonde Intelligence, I am your host Ms. Roni and I always seek to give you exquisite cranial repertoire. The courtroom weighed a bar, not a brawl—and the ruling changed the temperature of the timeline. We dig into why the judge dismissed Drake’s defamation suit by zooming in on the power of wording, context, and how hip‑hop frames accusation versus opinion. “I hear you like them young” isn’t the same as “you do,” and that distinction matters when art collides with law. ...
Hello, welcome to this week's Blonde Intelligence. I am your host Ms. Roni and I always seek to give you exquisite cranial repertoire. A wave of viral “rapture” timelines convinced people to hand over cars, quit six‑figure jobs, and even surrender children—only to wake up the next morning still here. We dig into the deeper question behind the headlines: who told you that you were ready for heaven, and what happens when belief outruns responsibility? With a candid, story‑driven look at faith, ...
Hello welcome to this week's Blonde Intelligence, I am your host Ms. Roni and I always seek to give you exquisite cranial repertoire. Authenticity matters more than ever in today's music landscape. As we venture deeper into 2025, the once-reliable strategy of manufacturing beef between artists is rapidly losing its effectiveness, and fans are becoming increasingly skilled at spotting the difference between genuine conflict and publicity stunts. Drawing from insights by entertainment psycholo...
Welcome to this week's Blonde Intelligence, I am your host Ms. Roni, and I always seek to give you exquisite cranial repertoire. Economic instability threatens to reshape our entertainment landscape in ways few have considered. As food prices climb and agriculture struggles, reality TV shows highlighting luxury and excess feel increasingly disconnected from viewers' daily challenges. Data from the Bureau of Economic Analysis reveals that a mere 10% increase in food prices can slash entertainm...
What happens when a psychology major discovers the power of her creative voice? In our latest episode of Indie Artist Music Hustle, we meet Tyra Johnson—known professionally as "Tyra No Banks"—a Southern University senior who embodies the multifaceted nature of modern creativity. From penning her first poem at age six following her grandmother's passing to winning the President's Award for writing in elementary school, Tyra's journey as a wordsmith began early. Now, her debut collection "Poe...
Welcome to this week's Blonde Intelligence, I am your host Ms. Roni and I always seek to give you exquisite cranial repertoire. What happens when commercial interests collide with cultural authenticity? The recent Drake-Kendrick Lamar rap beef and Young Thug's leaked jail calls have sparked crucial conversations about hip-hop's soul as the genre marks its 50th anniversary. Diving deep into this cultural moment, we explore how Kendrick's pointed lyrics in "The Heart Part 4" serve as a critica...
Welcome to this week's Blonde Intelligence. I am your host Ms. Roni and I always seek to give you exquisite cranial repertoire. What's the difference between a true friend and someone who's just using you? Can authentic friendships exist in the cutthroat world of entertainment? These questions drive our unflinching exploration of friendship dynamics across both everyday life and the high-stakes entertainment industry. We dive deep into the "frenemy" phenomenon—that peculiar relationship mark...
Welcome to this week's Indie Artist Music Hustle with Blonde Intelligence. I am your host Ms. Roni and I always seek to give you exquisite cranial repertoire. Seattle-born indie pop artist Longboat brings a refreshingly unique approach to music creation that defies conventional expectations. With a voice that evokes comparisons to Duran Duran and a creative spirit that embraces the unconventional, Longboat crafts narrative-driven compositions that deliberately avoid the typical love songs dom...
Welcome to Indie Artist Music Hustle with Blonde Intelligence. I am your host Ms. Roni and I always seek to give you exquisite cranial repertoire. Karma works in mysterious ways. When Rashida Frost publicly dismissed K Michelle's domestic violence allegations on Love & Hip Hop Atlanta years ago, she couldn't have known that her own family would face a similar tragedy. The universe's scales of justice sometimes balance in unexpected and painful ways. This episode explores the complex inte...
Welcome to this week’s Indie Artist Music Hustle with Blonde Intelligence. I am your host Ms. Roni and I always seek to give you exquisite cranial repertoire Drake's spectacular fall from grace offers a masterclass in how quickly an artist can squander years of goodwill. What happens when one of hip-hop's most influential figures loses the respect of both peers and fans? The answer isn't pretty. The recent spectacle of Drake screaming at his own audience to form mosh pits, only to have water...
Ever wondered what it really takes to make it as an independent artist in today's music landscape? Indie Artist Music Hustle with Blonde Intelligence pulls back the curtain on the real stories behind the music. We bring you authentic conversations with rising talents like Caribbean Rap Artist Rl Pemz, East Coast Canadian rocker Brian Doucette, and performers who've graced prestigious stages including Cirque du Soleil. These aren't manufactured pop stars—they're passionate musicians building ...
Welcome to this week's Indie Artist Music Hustle with Blonde Intelligence. I am your host Ms. Roni and I always seek to give you exquisite cranial repertoire. Growing up as a drummer in Houston's diverse music scene, John Lacey's path to becoming an innovative producer and MPC DJ reflects the evolution many musicians must navigate in today's digital landscape. From his early resistance to technology ("I don't like things crashing on me, I like just hitting just drums") to his current mastery...
Welcome to this week’s Indie Artist Music Hustle with Blonde Intelligence. I am your host, Ms. Roni, and I always seek to give you exquisite cranial repertoire. Dreaming of homeownership while pursuing your creative career? This eye-opening conversation with real estate agent Katina Harper demolishes the myth that artists and independent professionals can't qualify for mortgages. "I am passionate about African Americans achieving the American dream through home ownership," shares Harper, who...
Welcome to this week’s Indie Artist Music Hustle with Blonde Intelligence. I am your host Ms. Roni, and I always seek to give you exquisite cranial repertoire. Have you ever wondered what really drives celebrity feuds in the music industry? The recent clash between Nicki Minaj and SZA offers a fascinating case study of how seemingly minor comments can trigger major conflicts when underlying tensions exist. This episode peels back the layers of the headline-making Twitter tirade, examining no...
Welcome to this week’s Indie Artist Music Hustle with Blonde Intelligence. I am your host Ms. Roni and I always seek to give you exquisite cranial repertoire. The dark underbelly of online commentary takes center stage as we examine the vicious attacks against content creator Tisa Tales. What begins as criticism of her P. Diddy coverage reveals something far more troubling - male commentators using intimidation tactics fueled by jealousy rather than legitimate grievances. When we discover one...
Welcome to this week’s Indie Artist Music Hustle with Blonde Intelligence. I am your host, Ms. Roni and I always seek to give you exquisite cranial repertoire. Have you ever noticed how quickly we rush to criticize those who find success? The strange phenomenon of creator-on-creator criticism has become increasingly prevalent in online spaces, and this week we're unpacking exactly what's behind it. The spotlight falls on Tisa Tells, a content creator whose meteoric rise has culminated in mai...
Welcome to Indie Artist Music Hustle with Blonde Intelligence. I am your host Ms. Roni and I always seek to give you exquisite cranial repertoire. What happens when you finally unveil a talent you've hidden your entire life? Singer-songwriter Chelsea Klein takes us through her remarkable transformation from closeted vocalist to emerging pop artist on this episode of Blonde Intelligence. Chelsea reveals the personal journey that kept her musical ambitions hidden from nearly everyone except cl...
Ever wonder what really changes when a producer moves from a living room setup to a studio with a door, a sign, and a tax ID? We sit down with Kodi “Phunkiefoot” Owens to unpack the leap to Studio 22 and why that one decision reshapes how clients show up, how money flows, and how a whole city can take itself more seriously as a music market. It’s a grounded blueprint for indie artists and producers who want more than streams—they want structure, ownership, and a path that pays. Kodi takes us...
