In this episode of the Heard!. Afros & Audio Interview Series, we explore the journey of BeMo Brown, a multi-faceted media creator and cultural analyst. BeMo discusses his inspiration behind the New Blueprint Brain Trust, a collective aimed at advancing Black culture and liberation through practical solutions.
BeMo shares insights from his morning show ‘Wake N Bake W/ BeMo,’ the importance of creating safe and intentional community spaces, and his successes in bridging the digital and real-world communities. The conversation explores the importance of fostering mentorship, embracing failure, and executing well-defined business plans. Tune in to learn about BeMo’s impactful work, his partnerships, and the transformative potential of grassroots community efforts.
00:00 Introduction to the Interview Series 00:33 BeMo’s Journey and Inspirations 00:48 Wake N Bake W/ BeMo: A Cultural Movement 02:24 From Podcast to Corporate Influence 05:23 The Impact of Digital Presence 06:29 Curating Positive Morning Show Topics 11:58 Building and Nurturing Community 23:06 Challenges and Opportunities in Event Hosting 25:31 Creating Intimate Spaces 25:50 Finding the Perfect Venue 27:04 Collaborating with Jamin Johnson 27:31 Building Community Events 29:34 Entrepreneurial Mindset 32:49 Navigating Challenges and Failures
36:58 TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES (The live video tranistions to a still image from this point forward) 38:37 Partnerships and Fulfillment 40:04 Creating Safe and Empowering Spaces 45:35 Final Thoughts and How to Connect
Listen or Watch the Wake N Bake W/ BeMo podcast: https://www.bemoauthentic.com/bemobake and https://www.youtube.com/@bemobrown
To learn more about BeMo Brown visit: https://www.bemoauthentic.com
Follow BeMo https://www.instagram.com/bemobrown
Subscribe to the New Blueprints Substack: https://bemobrown.substack.com
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