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Haven Brady, Jr. is a rising star in the sport of boxing fighting in the super featherweight division. He has performed in arenas across the United States like MGM Grand in Vegas, State Farm Arena in Atlanta, to Madison Square Garden in New York City. He is from Albany, GA and is building an impressive resume. Follow him on Instagram and FacebookNow is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend!https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/http://www.dreamofdrea.com/Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

Connect to Jay Allen on InstagramConnect to Jay Allen on FacebookSwirl Films WebsiteAs Co-Head of Development at Swirl Films, Jay Allen is a results-driven professional who is committed to bringing compelling content to audiences worldwide. He oversees the entire content production process, from conception to post-production, serving as the main liaison and point of contact for the projects he leads. Jay's most significant accomplishment to date was taking the popular TV One television series, UNCENSORED, from ideation to a fully-formed show that has consistently dominated Ad-Supported Cable among African-American viewers in its time slot. Additionally, Jay played a pivotal role in co-creating and producing the highly acclaimed "Freaknik: The Wildest Party Never Told" documentary for Hulu, which chronicles the history and cultural significance of the annual spring break event in Atlanta.Originally from Charlotte, North Carolina, Jay is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington, where he majored in Communication and Media Studies and was a member of the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity. He is also an Instagram influencer with over 16,000 followers, using the platform to showcase his passion for storytelling.Before joining Swirl Films, Jay honed his skills in Enterprise Sales at the Atlanta startup Airwatch, which sold to VMware for $2 billion in 2014.Now is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend!https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/http://www.dreamofdrea.com/Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

It's the first episode of 2024! Oscar nominations have been announced and there are stats to discuss as it relates to women working behind the camera. 24 women-led production companies are spotlighted as well! Let's get to know them!Articles to connect to: Center for the Study of Women In Television and FilmThe 1st Woman to Own a Film Production CompanyNow is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend!https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/http://www.dreamofdrea.com/Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

Greg Waddle is in his 23rd year of membership in the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees union, also known as (IATSE). He is a candidate for President of IATSE Local 479. He is also a political and technical sector consultant in Georgia, and the co-founder of Film Artisans Craftspeople and Technicians For Innovation, Diversity, and Inclusion, formed in 2016. This advocacy group promotes diversity in film and media productions. His resume lists a number of Academy Award winning and nominated titles working as a motion picture grip in the camera and electrical department. Titles include "Guardians of the Galaxy 2", "Ant Man and the Wasp", "Sully", "Richard Jewel", "The Nice Guys", "Furious 7", "Black Panther", and a host of more productions.Connect to him throughInstagramFacebookWebsite Now is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend!https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/http://www.dreamofdrea.com/Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

Vivek Maddala is a four-time Emmy® award-winning composer and multi-instrumental performer. He has scored dozens of feature films, theater & dance productions, as well as TV programs. Additionally, he has produced music for a number of rock, jazz, and world music CD releases -- and his live performances collaborating with celebrated artists have enchanted audiences from around the globe. HIs resume includes over 50 titles, with his one of his projects available on MAX, the animated holiday feature film, “Tom and Jerry: Snowman’s Land”.Connect to Vivek Maddala on:InstagramFacebookX (formerly Twitter)iTunesSpotifyIMDBWebsiteNow is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend!https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/http://www.dreamofdrea.com/Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

Jermaine Hargrove is the CEO/Founder of Small Town Animation Studios and The Animation TV Network. He shares his path to success with over 15 years experience in character creation and storytelling expertise. He is also a BeyGood Foundation Black Parade Route participant.Small Town Animation Studios on InstagramAnimation TV NetworkAnimation TV on FacebookNow is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend!https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/http://www.dreamofdrea.com/Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

The Hardy Clinic websiteInstagramTikTokYouTubeX (formerly known as Twitter)LinkedInBrittany Hardy is an Atlanta-based licensed psychotherapist with over 12 years of experience. She is the co-founder of Hard Mood Agency, a coaching and consulting firm, and the CEO & Clinical Director of The Hardy Clinic, an outpatient group mental health practice. She is also a recipient of the Small Business Impact Grant through the BeyGood Foundation, owned by Beyoncé!Now is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend!https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/http://www.dreamofdrea.com/Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

Muhammad Law Instagram Muhammad Law WebsiteKhaliyq Muhammad is a Chicago-based entertainment lawyer whose work has contributed to projects, including representing the Hampton family during the creation of the 2 time Academy Award winning film “Judas and the Black Messiah”In addition to entertainment law, additional practice areas include: Sports law, business law, intellectual property law, real estate law, family law, international law, and criminal law. Now is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend!https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/http://www.dreamofdrea.com/Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

Kaypri on InstagramKaypri WebsiteEmail: bookbabygirl@gmail.comKaypri is an Atlanta-based multi-hyphenate artist who has worked in the entertainment industry for over 25 years.  She has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, and received a filmmaking award from the AARP for her caregiving PSA "The Baton" that she wrote and directed. She produces through her company, Priscilla Belle Productions, is an actress, and a proud member of the Writers Guild of America! In this episode, she chats about her journey, how she is a story doctor of all genres, books, plays, and screenplays, and the writer's strike.Now is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend!https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/http://www.dreamofdrea.com/Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

Jorel “J Fly” FlynnHow Big Is Your Dream InstagramHow Big Is Your Dream WebsiteInstagramWebsite J Fly has been on world tours, and has acclaimed endorsements by popular drum making companies such as Tama Drums, Vater Drums, Vater Drumsticks, West-tone, DB Drum Shoes, and Evans Drumheads. He has been seen on film and television productions like Tyler Perry’s “I can do bad all by myself”, “The family that Preys”, Aretha Franklin’s “Genius”, BET’s Sunday’s Best, the Heisman Trophy Awards and more. Additionally, he is a leader having served as the president of the Recording Academy , Atlanta Chapter, more people know it as the Grammy Award and Music Director for brands such as WSB-TV’s “Salute to America”, After 7, and Turner South with Ryan Cameron. In 2011, he founded How Big Is Your Dream, a nonprofit to encourage and mentor the next generation of artists interested in pursuing careers in entertainment.Now is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend!https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/http://www.dreamofdrea.com/Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

Angela Michelle DavisActHer StudiosFacebookInstagramTwitterAngela Michelle Davis is an actress, voiceover artist, and acting coach with over 20 years of experience in the industry. She has appeared in a variety of film and TV productions, with some of her credits including: FOX TV's "The Resident", MARVEL's "Cloak and Dagger", STARZ's "P-Valley", "Black Mafia Family", and films like "The Accountant", "The Supremes At Earl’s All You Can Eat", "Creed" and more! She is so masterful at her craft, that a LEGO has been created out of her character from "Gotham Knights"! Additionally, she owns Jersey Girl Sports, a multimedia lifestyle brand for women who love sports!Now is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend!https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/http://www.dreamofdrea.com/Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

George “G Smoove” McDonaldInstagramTikTokFacebook George “G Smoove” McDonald is 20+ year veteran of the radio and broadcasting industry.  He has also served as an educator which allows him to bring a unique perspective to what he does. As host of “The G Smoove Experience “ on K92.7 FM in Columbus GA, Smoove brings his talent for connecting with an audience, words of wisdom and soothing voice into a space where he has enjoyed much success.  Also a recording artist, he understands what is missing in R&B music and how to speak to a topic that everyone wants but few know how to express effectively in music... Love!!Now is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend!https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/http://www.dreamofdrea.com/Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

Connect to Ryon Horne through these links: LinkedIn InstagramWebsiteTwitterAtlanta Journal-Constitution Main PageAtlanta Journal-Constitution YouTubeRyon Horne is a documentarian for The Atlanta Journal-Constitution and co-owner of the independent film company, The Horne Brothers, LLC. His career has taken him around the world to capture the human experience through his lens. He is a two-time Emmy® Award winner and an Edward R. Murrow recipient for the short documentary "The Imperfect Alibi," the story of how a journalist's investigation led to the freedom of a man wrongfully accused of a double murder in rural Georgia. His drive and commitment to truth and humanity, through journalism and documentaries, are evident in the work he’s produced in his 25-year career.Now is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend!https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/http://www.dreamofdrea.com/Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

Shirlee Idzakovich https://www.instagram.com/costumer.shirlee/https://www.tiktok.com/@costumer.shirleeCostuming for Everyone on FacebookShirlee Idzakovich is a New York City and Los Angeles based costume designer with over 100 builds under her name! Some of the artists she’s worked with include: Madonna, Billie Eilish, Viola Davis, and Mariah Carey! She’s also passionate about teaching the next generation the way it really works in a professional costume shop. She is a curriculum/editor and writer for the National Arts Association/National Education Association for high schools in costume design and construction. In fact, she has costumed in 41 states and 3 continents, and her goal is to teach in every state and every continent over the next few years!Now is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend!https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/http://www.dreamofdrea.com/Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

Nikk Nelson Instagram https://www.instagram.com/nikkrokkshair/ Soul Keato https://www.instagram.com/soulkeato/Facebook https://www.facebook.com/soulkeatoNikk Nelson is a native of Dawson, Georgia and holds a Bachelors of Science degree in Biology from Valdosta State University.  After college and a short stint in the Bio field, he attended Proway Hair School from 2002-2003. Nikk owned a successful hair salon (Pressed Natural Hair Care Salon) in the heart of Atlanta for 12 years.  Currently he is the personal hairstylist for singer/actress Brandy Norwood, two-time Oscar winner Ruth Carter, Angela Simmons, and actress Tisha Campbell. He has also had the pleasure of working with celebrities such as Vanessa Simmons, Olympic Gold Medalist & Real Housewife Sanya Richards-Ross, Actress Niecy Nash, Singer Yolanda Adams, Terri J. Vaughn, Teyana Taylor, Aja Naomi King, Kyla Pratt, Maria Huq, Porsha Williams, Toya Johnson, Adrienne Bailon, K Michelle, Mignon Von, Malaysia Pargo, T-Pain, Seven Streeter, LaTocha Scott, Tameka Scott, Kandi Burress, Tiny Harris, Yandy Smith, Serayah, and Robin Givens.  Most recently Mr. Nelsons work was featured on the 95th Academy Awards on Costume Designer Ruth Carter as well as The Martin Reunion, Queens on ABC, Coming 2 America, “The Color Purple” The Musical, Aretha Franklins “Respect”, The First Ladies with Viola Davis, Real Housewives of Atlanta, Shazam 2, Watch What Happens Live, Entertainment Tonight, 106 & Park, Growing Up Hip Hop, Married to Medicine, How to Get Away with Murder, and more! Publications include: VOGUE Magazine, Kontrol Magazine, Ebony, Hype Hair, Vibe Vixen, Bossip, The Huffington Post, Voyage ATLNow is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend!https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/http://www.dreamofdrea.com/Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

http://lizduffyadams.com/Liz Duffy Adams’ play Born With Teeth, recipient of a 2021 Edgerton Foundation New Play Award and Best Play/Production, 2022 Houston Press Awards, had its world premiere at the Alley Theater in 2022, and moved to the Guthrie Theatre in March–April 2023.Her Or, premiered Off Broadway at WP Theater and has been produced some 80 times since, including at the Magic Theater, Seattle Rep, and Roundhouse Theatre. Her work has also premiered or been developed at Contemporary American Theater Festival, Humana Festival, Bay Area Theater Festival, Portland Center Stage, Syracuse Stage, Greater Boston Theater Company, New Georges, Clubbed Thumb, Crowded Fire, Shotgun Players, and Cutting Ball, and includes Dog Act; The Salonnières; Dear Alien; A Discourse on Wonders of the Invisible World; Buccaneers; Wet or, Isabella the Pirate Queen Enters the Horse Latitude; The Listener; The Reckless Ruthless Brutal Charge of It or, The Train Play; and One Big Lie.She’s a New Dramatists alumna and has received a Women of Achievement Award, Lillian Hellman Award, New York Foundation for the Arts Fellowship, Weston Playhouse Music-Theater Award, Massachusetts Cultural Council Fellowship, and the Will Glickman Award for Best New Play. Her Artistic Stamp virtual play in letters, Wild Thyme, was nominated for a 2021 Drama League Award for Outstanding Interactive or Socially-Distanced Theater.Publications include Or, in Smith & Kraus’ “Best Plays Of 2010;” Dog Act in “Geek Theater,” Underwords Press 2014; Poodle With Guitar And Dark Glasses in Applause’s “Best American Short Plays 2000-2001;” and acting editions by TRW Plays, Playscripts, Inc. and Dramatists Play Service. Adams’ portrait appears in Sally Davies’ collection, New Yorkers (Ammonite Press 2021).  Adams has an MFA from Yale School of Drama and a BFA from New York University, and was the 2012–2013 Briggs-Copeland Visiting Lecturer in Playwriting at Harvard University. She has dual Irish and American citizenship, and lives in New York City on land that once belonged to the Lanape, and in Western Massachusetts on unceded Pocumtuc and Nipmuc land.Now is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend!https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/http://www.dreamofdrea.com/Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

Geoffrey Sean Crowell https://www.gcrowell-fx.com/ is a native of Denver Colorado. He attended Denver East High School where he excelled in art, music, sports and academics. Geoffrey then attended Hampton University in Virginia on a full academic scholarship, where he received his Bachelor’s Degree in Art with the emphasis in Graphic Design. While attendingCollege, Geoffrey was passionately involved with the Art Club, Marching Band, Jazz Band, and the Student Newspaper. When graduating, he was recognized as a Who’s Who in American Colleges/Universities, and immediately received his first job offer out of college to work as a Graphic Designer for the Central Intelligence Agency.As a child, Geoffrey was a big fan of Animation and Special Effects within Hollywood Movies, and always had a dream of somehow working behind the scenes on the next big movie. Wanting to still pursue that same dream, Geoffrey decided to turn down the job offer with the C.I.A. and further his education by receiving his Master’sDegree in Film with the emphasis in Special Effects from the Savannah College of Art and Design in Georgia. Within the same month after graduating, Geoffrey hit the ground running and began working on Hollywood Movies, as a Computer Generated Special Effects Artist. Over the years, he has had the opportunity to work at a variety of Production Studios around the world and loved every minute of it. Some of his film works include: The Avengers, Iron Man, Transformers, Battleship, Prometheus, Fast and the Furious, and many others. In between the time when Geoffrey wasn’t working on a movie, he also worked as a Motion Graphics Designer, creating Commercials and Promo work for various Television Networks, which include: TNT, TBS, AMC, Cartoon Network, MTV, BET and others. Today, Geoffrey has started a new chapter in the News Industry and works as a Motion Graphics Designer for Tegna, Inc. There, he is responsible for creating Motion Graphics for 60 News Stations across the country. In addition, he also works as a freelance contractor for various businesses and companies, providing services such asPrint Design, Website Design, and Motion Graphics work. Throughout his work, Geoffrey has received much recognition and received various awards, including an Emmy ® Award.Geoffrey is an active member of various community organizations nationwide. He is a member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Incorporated where he currently serves as a Chapter and Regional Officer. Geoffrey enjoys traveling, playing the Trumpet, playing video games, being involved in the community, helping others and being a big nerd to anything pertaining to Marvel and Star Wars. He also enjoys being at home, taking care of his 4-year-old son, John Henry.Geoffrey’s future aspiration is to become the “Black George Lucas,” and utilize the skills he learned from Hollywood to open an Independent Studio and produce All Black Films, mainly focused in the Comic and Sci-Fi Genre.Now is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend!https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/http://www.dreamofdrea.com/Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

David Gallo is a Brooklyn-based artist who has served the entertainment industry as a scenic designer for theatre, TV, and concerts for several years. He is a member of United Scenic Artists local 829 and some of his awards/credits include:Tony ® Award for Best Scenic Design Drama Desk Award ("The Drowsy Chaperone", "Jitney", "Bunny Bunny")Daytime Emmy ® Award for Outstanding Art Direction/Set Decoration/Scenic Design (redesign of "Sesame Street")NAACP Award ("King Hedley II")https://davidgallo.com/https://www.facebook.com/DavidGalloDesignNow is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend!https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/http://www.dreamofdrea.com/Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

Chawana Jones is an Atlanta-based artist who has served the film and television industry as a makeup artist for several years. She is a member of IATSE local 798 and some of her credits include Stranger Things, Atlanta, P-Valley , and  Gotham Nights for the CW.https://www.instagram.com/chawanaj_jones_makeup_artist/?hl=enhttp://chawana-jones.squarespace.com/Now is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend!https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/http://www.dreamofdrea.com/Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts

Jamil Jude is a highly accomplished director/producer/playwright/dramaturg focusing on bringing socially relevant art to the community. Jamil is the Artistic Director at Kenny Leon’s True Colors Theatre Company in Atlanta, GA. He is the Co-Founder of The New Griots Festival, which is dedicated to celebrating, advocating, and advancing the careers of emerging Black artists in Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN. http://www.jamiljude.com/biohttps://www.instagram.com/mrjdjude/https://truecolorstheatre.org/https://www.instagram.com/truecolorstheatre/Now is a great time to act on your dreams! If this episode helped you, please share to a friend!https://www.instagram.com/HyphensHaven/http://www.dreamofdrea.com/Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@DreamofDreaLLC/podcasts