HOLLYWOOD SECRETS REVEALED: Steve Jones on Breaking Into Showbiz | Let There Be Art Podcast (EP 12)

Let There Be Art Podcast

In this weeks episode of The Let There Be Art Podcast, we sit down with entertainment executive, author, and the visionary behind Hollywood Confidential, Steve Jones. From sharing a couch with a then-unknown Matthew A. Cherry (author of Hair Love) to manifesting partnerships with Oprah and book deals with HarperCollins, Steve breaks down the real journey of building legacy through purpose, authenticity, and service.

We dive deep into conversations about how Hollywood Confidential was born out of service to struggling Black and Brown creatives, why authenticity isn’t just a buzzword, it’s the blueprint (shoutout to Tabitha Brown), the power of manifestation, vision boards, and speaking life, and much more!

Whether you’re a multi-hyphenate artist, an aspiring creative, or just someone searching for purpose, this episode is full of wisdom, warmth, and thought provoking conversations.

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00:00 Introduction to the Let There Be Art Podcast

00:14 Who are we?

01:06 Meet our guest: Steve Jones

07:16 Beyond the Bait: Dawn Robinson's Story

12:37 Challenges Faced by Black and Brown Creatives

25:04 Hollywood Confidential: Bridging the Gap

31:40 The Impact of AI on the Entertainment Industry

36:13 Tabitha Brown's Journey to Authenticity

38:51 Angela Bassett's Inspiring Story

42:43 The Power of Movie Lines and Nostalgia

45:54 Confidentiality in the Age of Social Media

49:00 Dealing with Stolen Ideas and Personal Growth

54:34 Building Trust and Managing Relationships

01:00:29 The Power of Manifestation and Positive Thinking

01:08:38 Dreams and Nightmares in the Entertainment Industry

01:10:51 Rediscovering the Book Idea

01:11:22 The Power of Journaling

01:11:57 Brandy's Influence and Support

01:12:37 The Dream Realized

01:13:06 Full Circle with Brandy

01:14:27 Highlighting Independent Creatives

01:15:59 Sign, Drop, Collab: Brandy Albums

01:23:32 Sign, Drop, Collab: J Lo, Oprah or Beyonce!

01:32:50 Sign, Drop, Collab: Career Choices

01:35:03 Manifesting Future Goals

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