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"2026 Creative Class" | Photo Courtesy of The Creative Collective NYC We want you to join us in celebrating the release of The Creative Collective NYC ’s “2026 Creative Class.” We’re excited to announce that this amazing class of creatives spans a variety of industries, including: Social Good + Community Content Creation Entrepreneurship + Tech Fashion + Beauty Entertainment + Arts Health + Wellness The Creative Collective NYC’s process for selecting artists, entrepreneurs, creators, strategists, and community leaders for its “Creative Class” series is based on a meticulously curated team of cohorts. The Creative Collective NYC’s carefully selected team of cohorts — which goes through a variety of applications — carefully selects a group of individuals whose work reflects a deeply rooted understanding of culture, through lived, felt, and recorded real-time life experiences.  Among this unique and carefully selected group of individuals for The Creative Collective NYC’s “2026 ...

We’re thrilled to announce that on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., this one-day creator camp will take place. It’s an event you won't want to miss, featuring music playback sessions , workshops , artist interviews , and more, all hosted by Tidal . Please note that the music submission deadline is Friday, November 14, 2025. To attend this exciting creator camp, register by visiting docs.google.com and filling out the registration form. This fantastic creator camp, hosted by Tidal in collaboration with The Digilogue , will be held at Tidal’s headquarters in New York City, located at 799 Broadway , New York, NY 10003 . We want to highlight that this one-day event offers incredible programming opportunities and aims to celebrate and empower the creative music community .

We’re excited to announce that the dynamic hosts Imani Ellis and Ike Slimster are back with the second episode of season two, titled “ I Refuse To Be One Thing ,” which features hip-hop artist Joey Bada$$. In this inspiring episode, released on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, they dive into engaging topics, including: - Their ongoing discussion from the previous episode about the three major zodiac signs . - Strategies for sparking creativity . Host Imani Ellis is joined by special guest Joey Bada$$, and together they discuss: - Their daily routines for overcoming overthinking. - Their thoughts on conspiracy theories and the idea of living in the matrix . - How to ignore negative comments and opinions, sharing valuable life lessons about taking things less personally. We invite you to stream season two, episode two of the “ CULTURECON UNCUT ” podcast, titled “I Refuse To Be One Thing,” featuring hosts Imani Ellis and Ike Slimster with guest Joey Bada$$. Available now on YouTube and ...

We are pleased to introduce Regina Wallace-Jones , ActBlue ’s CEO and President. ActBlue is a leading digital fundraising platform supporting Democratic candidates , progressive organizations , and their donors. Regina Wallace-Jones, ActBlue’s CEO and President, is recognized for her outstanding work, dedication, and leadership at major tech companies. Her commitment to public service has also led her to serve as mayor of East Palo Alto . We are excited to share with you an exclusive interview with Regina Wallace-Jones, where she discusses her approach to creativity and leadership. How do you find time to recharge your creative energy? Do you have a favorite way to rejuvenate your creative spirit? Regina Wallace-Jones: When traveling for work with ActBlue, I seek out neighborhood spots— family-owned restaurants and community gathering places . I find my creative energy through authentic local experiences. At home, I focus on being present with my husband and our two lovely daughters,...

We invite you to join us at the Free Library of Philadelphia Parkway Central tomorrow, Tuesday, October 7, 2025 , at 6 P.M. for a “ Community Conversation With Natalie Nixon, Ph.D., and Nina Johnson .” Natalie will be speaking with Nina Johnson . The Free Library of Philadelphia Parkway Central is located at 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103. This “Community Conversation With Natalie Nixon, Ph.D., and Nina Johnson” is presented by The Free Library Foundation . We want to let you know that this amazing author conversation won't be your typical author talk. “Community Conversation With Natalie Nixon, Ph.D., and Nina Johnson” invites attendees to “Think less lecture, and more real conversations.” Natalie Nixon, Ph.D., is known as the creative whisperer , and her book “Move. Think. Rest.” is about rethinking productivity and finding new rhythms that actually work for us. During Tuesday night’s conversation, we’ll be seated in a fishbowl discussion circle , which means attendees...

If you grew up listening to hip-hop and were heavily influenced by Atlanta’s music scene , especially hip-hop, we have exciting news for you: the legendary rap group “GHETTO MAFIA” debuted on the iconic cultural time capsule on wheels: Cadillac Chronicles TV . GHETTO MAFIA, a legendary rap group from Decatur, GA , consists of artists Wicked and Nino. GHETTO MAFIA appeared on the show to clear up misconceptions about their many classic records and delivered a performance that showed viewers worldwide that GHETTO MAFIA remains a prominent and relevant group in the industry. The episode of Cadillac Chronicles TV featuring GHETTO MAFIA premiered on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. In less than 24 hours, it garnered over 230K views. Cadillac Chronicles TV is a YouTube series created and hosted by Brian Freeman . It focuses on culture. The founder and host of Cadillac Chronicles connects conversations and music, showcasing both legendary and emerging talent to celebrate all voices. Based in Atl...

Where will you start showing up for yourself and saying 'YES' to everything truly you and aligned with the person you're becoming? We’re thrilled to announce that CULTURECON is committed to supporting exactly that. CULTURECON has just given us the green light to share that not only will BET be present at this year's two-day event filled with collaboration, creativity, and celebration, but Audible will also be part of the experience. If you thought these platforms were coming solo, we’re excited to reveal that CULTURECON invited them to bring along a few friends, and let me tell you — both BET and Audible did not disappoint. BET is returning to the CULTURECON stage with two exclusive panels. BET is a significant space created intentionally for Black creatives , where our community of African American artists has the power to create, share, tell our truths, and bring our visions to life—feeling heard, respected, and liberated in our creations. Join singer and actress L...

Are you interested in learning a new and exciting skill and gaining hands-on experience in the podcasting industry ? We have exciting news for you. The “ Write to Rise ” organization is returning with its 9th annual teen podcasting workshop series . This fantastic event will give attendees practical experience and knowledge about starting a podcast. The “Write to Rise” teen podcasting workshop series is open to high school students in Atlanta’s Fulton County . It is presented by Fulton County Commissioner Marvin Arrington Jr., Better Outcomes for Our Kids Inc., and Friends of Wolfcreek Inc. During these four weeks of the “Write to Rise” intensive teen podcasting workshop, teens who attend and are eager to amplify their voices through hands-on experience in creating a professional-quality podcast should participate in and attend all four sessions. This free “Write to Rise” teen podcasting workshop series begins on Saturday, October 4, 2025, and runs until Saturday, October 25, 2025. The...

In a world where community and creativity drive everything we do, we are proud to unveil this year’s 2025 “ REC Philly & PECO Sponsored Members.” This collaborative project is brought to you by REC Philly, a creative hub located in the heart of Center City, Philadelphia , within the Fashion District , and by the electrical energy company PECO. The list for this year's 2025 “REC Philly & PECO Sponsored Members” was announced today, Thursday, September 25, 2025. This list celebrates the partnership between REC Philly and PECO. Throughout this remarkable initiative, PECO continues its mission to empower Philadelphia’s diverse and talented creative community by sponsoring three creators and gifting each of them a membership to REC Studios . The partnership between REC Philly and PECO is rooted in the belief that artists need access to space, resources, and community. Through this, artists can influence culture, inspire others in our Philadelphia community, and shape impactful...

If you're seeking a community that supports your creative journey by connecting you with the right people, providing valuable tools, and offering the right spaces, we invite you to join “ Rec Philly ” today. The virtual session will take place on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, from 5 P.M. to 6 P.M. REC Philly’s goal with this online information session is to help those still deciding whether to purchase a membership understand what this vibrant creative space in the heart of Center City, Philadelphia’s Fashion District , has to offer. During the session, REC Philly will discuss various membership options and highlight how becoming a member can significantly impact your personal creative pursuits and your ambitions to turn passion projects or side hustles into full-time careers. REC Philly is a community-driven creative space for artists, entrepreneurs, and innovators. Through their membership, members gain access to powerful resources that help turn dreams and visions into realities...

Join us today, Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 11 AM to 6 PM, in Germantown, Philadelphia for an exciting event filled with community, art, and music at the “ GAD Festival .” The “GAD Festival” celebrates the vibrant energy and creativity of Philadelphia's residents while sharing the culturally rich stories that make the City of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection truly special. Attendees today can look forward to a day packed with live dance performances, open mic sessions, the unveiling of a new community mural, hands-on workshops, music, and much more. This year, the Philadelphia Germantown Avenue will be transformed into a central hub of creativity and culture for the “GAD Festival 2025.” This unique day-long experience with your neighbors promises to be one like no other. Come and celebrate with your friends, family, and community while enjoying a variety of activities at this year’s “GAD Festival,” which will run along Germantown Avenue from Coulter to Armat streets. ...

In today's world, where everyone has a unique voice and perspective, our founder recently came across a story on Instagram featuring U.S. President Donald Trump . He was holding a press conference at the White House about the tragic mid-air collision of a helicopter and airplane, which unfortunately resulted in no survivors. The tragic accident occurred late last night, and the FAA is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding it. This afternoon, President Trump made comments attributing blame for the incident to the previous White House administration and to a community with which our founder of LIFE OF A CREATIVE RADIO strongly identifies. This community consists of individuals who, like you, face life with mental or physical disabilities. Our founder found President Trump's remarks to be extremely heartbreaking and hurtful. Therefore, she felt compelled to take this opportunity to clarify what the LIFE OF A CREATIVE RADIO brand represents. Here at LIFE OF A CR...