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