Indie Creative Ledger
Indie Creative Ledger
Indie Creative Podcasts
The Indie Creative Ledger podcast is an audio diary documenting Wize Grazette, Founder of The Indie Creative Network as he navigates building out The Indie Creative Network. The podcast channel will also feature interviews with members of The ICN community, members of the podcast community, members of the entrepreneurship community and tons of other amazing people in the universe. Hosted by Wize Grazette, Chief Product Officer at The Indie Creative Network. Follow our host Wize Grazette on Twitter and Instagram @TheRealWize. Keep up with the podcast on @ICN.DJ on Instagram and @ICN_DJ on Twitter. ----------------------- Learn more about our Network partner, www.ICN.DJ. ICN.DJ is used as a hub to discuss topics happening in our communities, by local storytellers across the Diaspora. ICN.DJ is a Digital Media platform founded to highlight Storytellers of the African Diaspora. ----------------------- Thank you to our sponsor The Indie Creative Network for providing the tools and resources needed to produce this podcast. Join The Indie Creative Network community to jumpstart your podcast production. Membership rates start at $10 a month for qualifying productions. Commit to podcast easier, and get started on your application today. Visit bit.ly/icn-membership to get started. This podcast was recorded at StoryTime Studios in Ridgewood, NY. To book a session at StoryTime Studios visit www.StoryTime.nyc. ICN Members record at StoryTime Studios for as little as $100 a month with editing included!
S2E6 - 007 - Meet Brianna Grazette - The Rona Arc
On this episode my superstar daughter Brianna joined me to talk about the experience of remote learning, being creative during the pandemic and we played a fun question game that I know y’all will love! Y’all, My big girl is all grown up (in her head) so check out her pod debut and support her YouTube show Brianna’s Toy Stories (links below). Brianna’s Toy Stories on Youtube Brianna’s Toy Stories on Instagram Brianna’s Toy Stories on Facebook Follow our host Wize Grazette on Twitter @TheRealWize, on Instagram @TheRealWize and on LinkedIn by searching for [Wize Grazette] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/therealwize). Support The Indie Creative Network as it continues to develop the Digital Media industry for just $0.99 a month! Donate to Storytellers around the world today on Patreon. Check out our podcasting host, Pinecast. Start your own podcast for free, no credit card required, forever. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-1aea92 for 40% off for 4 months, and support Indie Creative Ledger.
May 25, 2020
24 min
S2E7 - 006 - We Got Trump'd - The Rona Arc
On Episode 6, Wize shares his raw feelings about the Covid-19 response by the World and the United States of America. We Got Trumped is the 2 month update since the 'Stay At Home' order has been in place here in NYC. Wize also updates the listeners on what's happening in The ICN and how the association has adjusted since the world has changed.Follow our host Wize Grazette on Twitter @TheRealWize, on Instagram @TheRealWize and on LinkedIn by searching for [Wize Grazette] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/therealwize).Support The Indie Creative Network as it continues to develop the Digital Media industry for just $0.99 a month!Donate to Storytellers around the world today on Patreon.Check out our podcasting host, Pinecast. Start your own podcast for free, no credit card required, forever. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-1aea92 for 40% off for 4 months, and support Indie Creative Ledger.
May 17, 2020
29 min
S2E4 - 005 - The Rise of the Micro Influencer - The Rona Arc
On Episode 5, Wize shares some coronavirus tips for creatives who want to make money online during the 'Stay at Home' orders many of the states are under. I talk about what platforms help creatives and small business owners to cut through the corona-related news in their day-to-day.Follow our host Wize Grazette on Twitter @TheRealWize, on Instagram @TheRealWize and on LinkedIn by searching for [Wize Grazette] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/therealwize).Support The Indie Creative Network as it continues to develop the Digital Media industry for just $0.99 a month!Donate to Storytellers around the world today on Patreon!Check out our podcasting host, Pinecast. Start your own podcast for free, no credit card required, forever. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-1aea92 for 40% off for 4 months, and support Indie Creative Ledger.
Mar 30, 2020
22 min
S2E3 - 004 - CoronaMeWorried
On Episode 3, Wize talks about how to manage content creation and running your business when a lot is going on in your life. I planned to record this episode before the Coronavirus (COVID-19) but... life so yeah 🥴.I shared some pretty interesting tips and information about how I manage with stuff happening IRL and with the Coronavirus. Below are some links to take care of you and your family during the pandemic.Follow our host Wize Grazette on Twitter @TheRealWize, on Instagram @TheRealWize and on LinkedIn by searching for [Wize Grazette] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/therealwize).Support The Indie Creative Network as it continues to develop the Digital Media industry for just $0.99 a month!Visit us on Patreon - Donate to Storytellers around the world todayEpisode Timestamps(4:58) If you're feeling sick!(6:58) Tips to stay Healthy when things are happening IRL(09:56) StoryTime Sundays(10:50) My upcoming interview with Vanessa Siverls(12:03) Are you Coronavirus prepared?SourcesCOVID-19 Situation MapWorld Health Organization advice for the PublicWorld Health Organization Myth busters For more podcasts like the Indie Creative Ledger visit ICN.DJ, now streaming podcasts from the across the African Diaspora.Check out our podcasting host, Pinecast. Start your own podcast for free, no credit card required, forever. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-1aea92 for 40% off for 4 months, and support Indie Creative Ledger.
Mar 12, 2020
12 min
S2E2 - 003 - The 1,000 year month
On Episode 2, Wize shares how the month of January felt like a lifetime! The 1,000 year month that was January put a few things in to perspective for me, but none more than being accountable for those in my life. On this episode I talked about FOUR ways I stay accountable to the people and things I hold near to me.Follow our host Wize Grazette on Twitter @TheRealWize, on Instagram @TheRealWize and on LinkedIn by searching for [Wize Grazette] (https://www.linkedin.com/in/therealwize).Support The Indie Creative Network as it continues to develop the Digital Media industry for just $0.99 a month!Donate to Storytellers around the world todayEpisode Timestamps(0:00) Intro(3:21) Two Week Check In(9:50) Accountablity: Staying Accountable to Me(12:06) Accountablity: Friends & Family(15:18) Accountablity: Passions(18:27) Accountablity: GrowthCheck out our podcasting host, Pinecast. Start your own podcast for free, no credit card required, forever. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-1aea92 for 40% off for 4 months, and support Indie Creative Ledger.
Feb 5, 2020
22 min
S2E1 - 002 - Oh Shxt it's 2020
On the Season 2 Premiere of The Indie Creative Ledger Wize shares how his 2020 started, how I ended 2019 talking to the podcast members on The ICN and the FOUR main aspects of health and wellness that I'll be focusing on this year.Follow our host Wize Grazette on Twitter @TheRealWize, on Instagram @TheRealWize and on LinkedIn by searching for Wize GrazetteSupport The Indie Creative Network as it continues to develop the Digital Media industry for just $0.99 a month!Donate to Storytellers around the world todayEpisode Timestamps(0:00) Intro(5:43) Podcast check-ins with The ICN(7:23) Health & Wellness: Intro (8:01) Health & Wellness: Therapy(10:48) Health & Wellness: Meditation(14:37) Health & Wellness: Hobbies(19:30) Health & Wellness: Exercise Check out our podcasting host, Pinecast. Start your own podcast for free, no credit card required, forever. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-1aea92 for 40% off for 4 months, and support Indie Creative Ledger.
Jan 20, 2020
23 min
001 - These are My Confessions
On the Season Opening trailer of the Indie Creative Ledger podcast, host Wize Grazette gets vulnerable about what he's been going through, what the podcast is going to be about in Season 2 and etc.
Dec 31, 2019
5 min
S1E3 - My Hair Truth by Jamal Weekes
On Episode 3 we sat down with Jamal Weekes, Storyteller at Prism Multimedia Inc for The POC Report. Jamal shared with us his journey as a creative artist and how that journey led him and his team to create the popular Web Series #HairTruth. Follow our host Wize Grazette on Twitter, Instagram and LinkedInSupport Digital Media Industry development for just $0.99 a month!Donate to Storytellers around the world todayEpisode Timestamps(0:00) IntroThe POC Report (4:55) Intro w/ Jamal Weekes, Storyteller at Prism Multimedia Inc(6:43) Jamal talks about his early journey(9:29) When did you notice this becoming more than just a side hustle?(11:49) How does the work you create contribute to the community? (20:13) Visit ICN.DJ(21:12) Podcast Feature of the Month is #CareFreeBlackGirl Podcast. Check out #HairTruth on Facebook#HairTruth Facebook PageEpisode 1Episode 2Episode 3 Podcast Feature of the Month#CareFreeBlackGirl podcast is hosted by a group of multi-faceted women sitting down to discuss all things Carefree, Black and GIRL! Giving you the run down on the latest social issues, fashion trends, Black entertainment and self-care.Tune in each month and hashtag #CareFreeBlackGirl to stay engaged with the conversation.Listen to #CareFreeBlackGirl Podcast Visit the #CareFreeBlackGirl Website Sign up for Creating a Sustainable Podcast Today!Check out our podcasting host, Pinecast. Start your own podcast for free, no credit card required, forever. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-1aea92 for 40% off for 4 months, and support Indie Creative Ledger.
Jun 5, 2018
24 min
S1E2 - A Declaration by Tianna Arredondo
On Episode 2 we sat down with Tianna Arredondo, Co-Founder at The Indie Creative Network for The POC Report. Tianna shared with us her story and how she has blossomed into the Powerful Leader she is today. This episode also features our April Top 10 Getaways of the month sponsored by Indie Creative Travel, an Indie Creative giveaway and and The POC Report our Spotlight series on Digital Storytellers and Entrepreneurs.Follow our host Wize Grazette on Twitter, Instagram and LinkedInSupport Digital Media Industry development for just $0.99 a month!Donate to Storytellers around the world todayEpisode Timestamps(0:00) IntroThe POC Report (1:56) Intro w/ Tianna Arredondo, Co-Founder of The Indie Creative Network (2:59) Tianna talks about her journey to becoming a small business owner.(7:17) Talks about how professional organizing helped her recognize her worth. (12:56) Indie Creative Travel(14:43) Visit ICN.DJ(15:42) Podcast Feature of the Month is Colour Out The Box Podcast.(16:28) ICNDJ is Now Streaming on Roku and Amazon Fire TV!(17:18) Indie Creative Merch Roku, Amazon Fire TV Stick and Amazon Echo Dot giveaway: Submit here Podcast Feature of the MonthListen as host Mo and guest-hosts discuss everything from racial politics in the workplace, the perils of online dating, absurd happenings in pop-culture or even pondering what it means to be Black and British. Just a few of the topics, we open up for discussion giving our unique take and voice.Hashtag #ColourOutTheBox to keep up with the conversation.Listen to Colour Out The Box Podcast on ICN.DJ Visit ColourOutTheBox.com Creating a Sustainable Podcast is a 30 minute conversation Monday - Thursday about Tips and Tricks on how to create a sustainable podcast.Sign up for Creating a Sustainable Podcast Today!Check out our podcasting host, Pinecast. Start your own podcast for free, no credit card required, forever. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-1aea92 for 40% off for 4 months, and support Indie Creative Ledger.
Apr 25, 2018
18 min
S1E1 - Unapologetic Inspiration by Rita Bunatal
On Episode 1 we sat down with Rita Bunatal, the Founder of Malaika Apparel for The POC Report. Rita shared with us her journey from being a college student to launching a Small Business before she graduated. This episode also featured our April Top 10 Getaways of the month sponsored by Indie Creative Travel, a discount to Malaika Apparel and and our Spotlight series on Digital Storytellers and Entrepreneurs.Follow our host Wize Grazette on Twitter, Instagram and LinkedInSupport Digital Media Industry development for just $0.99 a month!Donate to Storytellers around the world todayEpisode Timestamps(0:00) Intro(0:45) Do you qualify for Indie Creative Grants?The POC Report (1:31) Intro w/ Rita Bunatal, Founder of Malaika Apparel (2:20) How Rita scaled her hobby to be the Small Business it is today.(3:50) How does Malaika Apparel contribute to the community? Indie Creative Travel(5:43) Indie Creative Travel Group Intro(6:20) Visit ICN.DJ(7:06) Podcast Feature of the Month is Series-ly Podcast. Podcast Feature of the MonthWeb series junkies Brittany & Mary host a weekly recap on the drama, the love, the scandals, the friendships and all the mess in between on their favorite web series. Tune in each Thursday with these girls for hilarious commentary!Hashtag #SerieslyPodcast to keep up with the conversation.Listen to Series-ly Podcast on ICN.DJ Visit SerieslyPodcast.com Rita Bunatal, Founder of Malaika ApparelThis brand is a practice that defies contemporary norms and aims to celebrate all people of color.The inspiration of Malaika Apparel is a challenge to the social conditions where Black representation is limited to its appropriation.Visit Malaika Apparel Creating a Sustainable Podcast is a 30 minute conversation Monday - Thursday about Tips and Tricks on how to create a sustainable podcast.Sign up for Creating a Sustainable Podcast Today!Check out our podcasting host, Pinecast. Start your own podcast for free, no credit card required, forever. If you decide to upgrade, use coupon code r-1aea92 for 40% off for 4 months, and support Indie Creative Ledger.
Mar 24, 2018
8 min