https://simplecast.com A Few Minutes A Few Minutes is a content studio, podcast, and newsletter focused on media, culture, and wellness. Founded by producer and culture writer Ellice Elis. 2024 A Few Minutes en Fri, 12 Jul 2024 04:00:00 +0000 Sun, 1 Sep 2024 05:34:40 +0000 https://a-few-minutes.simplecast.com A Few Minutes https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/6d6e36b9-671e-42a8-bea3-08e5da1558aa/e4afa347-ea2c-42d6-83d3-12a4c007c296/3000x3000/article-dump.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://a-few-minutes.simplecast.com episodic A Few Minutes is a content studio, podcast, and newsletter focused on media, culture, and wellness. Founded by producer and culture writer Ellice Elis. Ellice Ellis false https://feeds.simplecast.com/4Pd04PiY black creators, black culture, entrepreneurship, interview, media, music, style Ellice D Ellis ellisellice@gmail.com 33c4db78-721c-42e2-a79f-fad81ad08265 A Few Minutes with Wongo Okon In this episode of A Few Minutes, I chat with my friend Wongo Okon, an SEO manager and journalist at UPROXX. We cover everything from his shower playlist to Afrobeats artists you should know, tips on becoming an informed music listener, and why we're not listening to Teezo Touchdown. Follow Wongo on all socials at @whereswongo.

]]> Fri, 12 Jul 2024 04:00:00 +0000 ellisellice@gmail.com (Ellice D Ellis) https://a-few-minutes.simplecast.com/episodes/a-few-minutes-with-wongo-okon-H05Agb9i In this episode of A Few Minutes, I chat with my friend Wongo Okon, an SEO manager and journalist at UPROXX. We cover everything from his shower playlist to Afrobeats artists you should know, tips on becoming an informed music listener, and why we're not listening to Teezo Touchdown. Follow Wongo on all socials at @whereswongo.

]]> A Few Minutes with Wongo Okon Ellice D Ellis 01:05:55 In this episode of A Few Minutes, I chat with my friend Wongo Okon, an SEO manager and journalist at UPROXX. We cover everything from his shower playlist to Afrobeats artists you should know, tips on becoming an informed music listener, and why we're not listening to Teezo Touchdown. Follow Wongo on all socials at @whereswongo. In this episode of A Few Minutes, I chat with my friend Wongo Okon, an SEO manager and journalist at UPROXX. We cover everything from his shower playlist to Afrobeats artists you should know, tips on becoming an informed music listener, and why we're not listening to Teezo Touchdown. Follow Wongo on all socials at @whereswongo. hip-hop, afro beats, music, chat show, kendrick lamar false full 10 2 1ac826c7-db1b-43e9-8dbd-de3d49620029 A Few Minutes with Teen Vogue's Kaitlyn McNab Meet Teen Vogue's Entertainment News Editor, Kaitlyn McNab, in the newest episode of A Few Minutes with Ellice Ellis. In this exclusive interview, Kaitlyn shares her insights and experiences interviewing some of the biggest names in entertainment, including Ice Spice and Abbott Elementary's Tyler James Williams.

Join us as Kaitlyn and Ellice dive deep into her passion for Gilmore Girls, offer valuable tips on networking within the media industry, and explore the importance of getting back to reading fiction.

If you're a pop culture enthusiast or aspiring media professional, this conversation is a must-watch.

Follow Kaitlyn on Instagram and Twitter at @kaitmcnab! 

]]> Fri, 14 Jun 2024 14:00:00 +0000 ellisellice@gmail.com (Ellice D Ellis) https://a-few-minutes.simplecast.com/episodes/a-few-minutes-with-teen-vogues-kaitlyn-mcnab-eac7JAxJ Meet Teen Vogue's Entertainment News Editor, Kaitlyn McNab, in the newest episode of A Few Minutes with Ellice Ellis. In this exclusive interview, Kaitlyn shares her insights and experiences interviewing some of the biggest names in entertainment, including Ice Spice and Abbott Elementary's Tyler James Williams.

Join us as Kaitlyn and Ellice dive deep into her passion for Gilmore Girls, offer valuable tips on networking within the media industry, and explore the importance of getting back to reading fiction.

If you're a pop culture enthusiast or aspiring media professional, this conversation is a must-watch.

Follow Kaitlyn on Instagram and Twitter at @kaitmcnab! 

]]> A Few Minutes with Teen Vogue's Kaitlyn McNab Ellice D Ellis 00:41:18 Meet Teen Vogue's Entertainment News Editor, Kaitlyn McNab, in the newest episode of A Few Minutes with Ellice Ellis. In this exclusive interview, Kaitlyn shares her insights and experiences interviewing some of the biggest names in entertainment, including Ice Spice and Abbott Elementary's Tyler James Williams. Join us as Kaitlyn and Ellice dive deep into her passion for Gilmore Girls, offer valuable tips on networking within the media industry, and explore the importance of getting back to reading fiction. If you're a pop culture enthusiast or aspiring media professional, this conversation is a must-watch. Meet Teen Vogue's Entertainment News Editor, Kaitlyn McNab, in the newest episode of A Few Minutes with Ellice Ellis. In this exclusive interview, Kaitlyn shares her insights and experiences interviewing some of the biggest names in entertainment, including Ice Spice and Abbott Elementary's Tyler James Williams. Join us as Kaitlyn and Ellice dive deep into her passion for Gilmore Girls, offer valuable tips on networking within the media industry, and explore the importance of getting back to reading fiction. If you're a pop culture enthusiast or aspiring media professional, this conversation is a must-watch. false full 9 2 d2f2dca5-5d15-47e2-bca6-28cb674d8c4d A Few Minutes on Summer House Martha's Vineyard & More This week on the podcast, host Ellice discusses this season of Bravo's Summer House Martha's Vineyard and what needs to change, featuring bits from an interview with TikToker @yaaasays.

Also, stay tuned for some thoughts on LinkedIn and a major life update. 

Reading List: 

  • https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2023/03/neighbors-friendship-happiness/673352/
  • https://www.ft.com/content/6fa4456c-9e6f-11e9-9c06-a4640c9feebb
  • https://www.axios.com/2023/08/24/linkedin-popular-social-media
]]> Sat, 25 May 2024 16:05:10 +0000 ellisellice@gmail.com (Ellice D Ellis) https://a-few-minutes.simplecast.com/episodes/a-few-minutes-on-summer-house-marthas-vineyard-more-8DaZUwi0 This week on the podcast, host Ellice discusses this season of Bravo's Summer House Martha's Vineyard and what needs to change, featuring bits from an interview with TikToker @yaaasays.

Also, stay tuned for some thoughts on LinkedIn and a major life update. 

Reading List: 

  • https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2023/03/neighbors-friendship-happiness/673352/
  • https://www.ft.com/content/6fa4456c-9e6f-11e9-9c06-a4640c9feebb
  • https://www.axios.com/2023/08/24/linkedin-popular-social-media
]]> A Few Minutes on Summer House Martha's Vineyard & More Ellice D Ellis 00:29:57 This week on the podcast, host Ellice discusses this season of Bravo's Summer House Martha’s Vineyard and what needs to change, featuring bits from an interview with TikToker @yaasays. Also, stay tuned for some thoughts on LinkedIn and a major life update. This week on the podcast, host Ellice discusses this season of Bravo's Summer House Martha’s Vineyard and what needs to change, featuring bits from an interview with TikToker @yaasays. Also, stay tuned for some thoughts on LinkedIn and a major life update. pop culture, bravo, vulnerability, life update false full 8 2 ce308863-5671-41e1-96cb-a81ac3500ae4 Meet Frederick Scott Follow Frederick Scott here: https://www.instagram.com/fredericksctt

Buy the brand here: https://www.frederick-scott.com/

This episode's recommendations: 

  • Middle Child, a casual spot for daytime eats inspired by classic diners and delis, plus pantry items to take home.
  • Lapstone & Hammer, a Philadelphia-based premier men's lifestyle brand and boutique
  • Pizzeria Beddia, a Fishtown pizza joint
  • Suraya,  market, restaurant & garden in Fishtown
]]> Sun, 12 May 2024 21:29:23 +0000 ellisellice@gmail.com (Ellice D Ellis) https://a-few-minutes.simplecast.com/episodes/meet-frederick-scott-F9XdrHSp Follow Frederick Scott here: https://www.instagram.com/fredericksctt

Buy the brand here: https://www.frederick-scott.com/

This episode's recommendations: 

  • Middle Child, a casual spot for daytime eats inspired by classic diners and delis, plus pantry items to take home.
  • Lapstone & Hammer, a Philadelphia-based premier men's lifestyle brand and boutique
  • Pizzeria Beddia, a Fishtown pizza joint
  • Suraya,  market, restaurant & garden in Fishtown
]]> Meet Frederick Scott Ellice D Ellis 00:42:36 "A Few Minutes" is a podcast where discourse meets discovery. In this episode, Ellice is joined by Philly-based menswear designer Frederick Scott. His brand ethos is elevating ordinary items. He's inspired by Ralph Lauren's now-shuttered Rugby line, the pieces in his closet, and most importantly, his dad, a pastor who he says used to have a great style, lol. The two chatted about his namesake menswear brand, dupe culture, Philly restaurant recommendations, and more. "A Few Minutes" is a podcast where discourse meets discovery. In this episode, Ellice is joined by Philly-based menswear designer Frederick Scott. His brand ethos is elevating ordinary items. He's inspired by Ralph Lauren's now-shuttered Rugby line, the pieces in his closet, and most importantly, his dad, a pastor who he says used to have a great style, lol. The two chatted about his namesake menswear brand, dupe culture, Philly restaurant recommendations, and more. philly, fashion, street style, chat show, men's style, emerging designer false full 7 2 316b3a96-5164-4743-b5c6-5c61277ef2f6 The Beauty Episode with Olivia Hancock "A Few Minutes" is a podcast where discourse meets discovery. 

 

Host Ellice chats with beauty expert Olivia Hancock, an editor at Byrdie and founder of The Hue Report, a podcast, newsletter, and digital community that celebrates Black beauty 24/7, 365. Ellice and Olivia reminisce about their early beauty experiences, such as their first Fenty Beauty purchases and Olivia's transition from enthusiast to beauty editor. Olivia shares insights into celebrity beauty brands and her experience at Beyoncé's Cécred launch event and shares product recommendations, from cult beauty favorites to products by Black-founded beauty, skincare, and body care brands.

Products Mentioned

  • Topicals Slick Salve Glossy Lip Balm for Soothing + Hydration
  • Cécred Moisture Sealing Lotion
  • Cécred Clarifying Shampoo & Scalp Exfoliating Scrub
  • WYN Beauty Hydrating Skin Enhancing Tint
  • WYN Beauty Glideline Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner
  • WYN Beauty Big Vision Lengthening & Defining Tubing Mascara
  • Fenty Beauty Match Stix Skinstick
  • Fenty Skin Flash Nap Instant Revival Eye Gel-Cream
  • Fenty Skin Butta Drop Whipped Oil Body Cream
  • 54 Thrones + Moroccan Beauty Butter
  • 54 Thronesb Moisturizing Butter Cream Body Wash
  • Kosas Brow Pop Dual-Action Filling and Shaping Easy Eyebrow Pencil
  • LYS Beauty Higher Standard Satin Matte Cream Blush
  • Haus Labs PhD Hybrid Lip Oil
  • MOODEAUX Fragrances
  • Undefined R&R Sun Serum

 

]]> Fri, 26 Apr 2024 16:06:18 +0000 ellisellice@gmail.com (Ellice D Ellis) https://a-few-minutes.simplecast.com/episodes/the-beauty-episode-with-olivia-hancock-wXJTUR1_ "A Few Minutes" is a podcast where discourse meets discovery. 

 

Host Ellice chats with beauty expert Olivia Hancock, an editor at Byrdie and founder of The Hue Report, a podcast, newsletter, and digital community that celebrates Black beauty 24/7, 365. Ellice and Olivia reminisce about their early beauty experiences, such as their first Fenty Beauty purchases and Olivia's transition from enthusiast to beauty editor. Olivia shares insights into celebrity beauty brands and her experience at Beyoncé's Cécred launch event and shares product recommendations, from cult beauty favorites to products by Black-founded beauty, skincare, and body care brands.

Products Mentioned

  • Topicals Slick Salve Glossy Lip Balm for Soothing + Hydration
  • Cécred Moisture Sealing Lotion
  • Cécred Clarifying Shampoo & Scalp Exfoliating Scrub
  • WYN Beauty Hydrating Skin Enhancing Tint
  • WYN Beauty Glideline Waterproof Liquid Eyeliner
  • WYN Beauty Big Vision Lengthening & Defining Tubing Mascara
  • Fenty Beauty Match Stix Skinstick
  • Fenty Skin Flash Nap Instant Revival Eye Gel-Cream
  • Fenty Skin Butta Drop Whipped Oil Body Cream
  • 54 Thrones + Moroccan Beauty Butter
  • 54 Thronesb Moisturizing Butter Cream Body Wash
  • Kosas Brow Pop Dual-Action Filling and Shaping Easy Eyebrow Pencil
  • LYS Beauty Higher Standard Satin Matte Cream Blush
  • Haus Labs PhD Hybrid Lip Oil
  • MOODEAUX Fragrances
  • Undefined R&R Sun Serum

 

]]> The Beauty Episode with Olivia Hancock Ellice D Ellis 00:56:25 "A Few Minutes" is a podcast where discourse meets discovery. Host Ellice chats with beauty expert Olivia Hancock, an editor at Byrdie and founder of The Hue Report, a podcast, newsletter, and digital community that celebrates Black beauty 24/7, 365. Ellice and Olivia reminisce about their early beauty experiences, such as their first Fenty Beauty purchases and Olivia's transition from enthusiast to beauty editor. Olivia shares insights into celebrity beauty brands and her experience at Beyoncé's Cécred launch event and shares product recommendations, from cult beauty favorites to products by Black-founded beauty, skincare, and body care brands. "A Few Minutes" is a podcast where discourse meets discovery. Host Ellice chats with beauty expert Olivia Hancock, an editor at Byrdie and founder of The Hue Report, a podcast, newsletter, and digital community that celebrates Black beauty 24/7, 365. Ellice and Olivia reminisce about their early beauty experiences, such as their first Fenty Beauty purchases and Olivia's transition from enthusiast to beauty editor. Olivia shares insights into celebrity beauty brands and her experience at Beyoncé's Cécred launch event and shares product recommendations, from cult beauty favorites to products by Black-founded beauty, skincare, and body care brands. skin care, beyonce, beauty, fenty beauty, black women, makeup false full 6 2 28ccd737-d899-4195-8124-4850d94f025b A Few Minutes Is Back | Season 2 This episode is produced by Ellice Ellis, engineered by Marcus Hahm, with music by Jordan Littlejohn. 

]]> Tue, 9 Apr 2024 17:00:00 +0000 ellisellice@gmail.com (Ellice D Ellis) https://a-few-minutes.simplecast.com/episodes/a-few-minutes-is-back-rebrand-era-X1saCb_f This episode is produced by Ellice Ellis, engineered by Marcus Hahm, with music by Jordan Littlejohn. 

]]> A Few Minutes Is Back | Season 2 Ellice D Ellis 00:09:18 "A Few Minutes" returns! Join our host, Ellice Ellis, as she reintroduces the show and shares insights into what's been going on in her world and exciting plans for the future of the podcast. Get ready for a brand new episode, premiering on April 19th. Stay tuned! "A Few Minutes" returns! Join our host, Ellice Ellis, as she reintroduces the show and shares insights into what's been going on in her world and exciting plans for the future of the podcast. Get ready for a brand new episode, premiering on April 19th. Stay tuned! pop culture, culture, black culture, rebrand, discourse, black women, emerging fashion false full 5 2 802bc6aa-c33f-489c-9170-dd24aab74593 Living & Breathing R&B with Jabari Johnson  In this week's episode, Ellice chats with Jabari Johnson, Founder of COLORS Worldwide, Inc. The two chat about how his entertainment career kicked off while he was a student at Howard University, using the internet to grow a live entertainment brand, the dos and don'ts of throwing a live event, and of course his R&B favorites. 

Where to Find Jabari 

Connect with Jabari and COLORS Worldwide through the links below. 

Website: ​​https://www.colorsworldwide.com/

Instagram: ​https://instagram.com/colorsworldwide | https://instagram.com/jabari

Make sure to follow us on social media:

Ellice's Instagram: https://instagram.com/thellicellis

A Few Minutes Instagram: https://instagram.com/afewminutespod

Ellice's Twitter: https://twitter.com/thellicellis

A Few Minutes Twitter: https://twitter.com/afewminutespod

Our Production Team

Executive Producer & Host: Ellice Ellis

Sound Designer: Eric Aaron  

Music provided by Aaron Monegain 

Artwork by Marley Beacham

Graphics by Caprice Humphries

]]> Fri, 21 Oct 2022 13:57:27 +0000 ellisellice@gmail.com (Ellice D Ellis) https://a-few-minutes.simplecast.com/episodes/living-breathing-rb-with-jabari-johnson-BDZKGeKT  In this week's episode, Ellice chats with Jabari Johnson, Founder of COLORS Worldwide, Inc. The two chat about how his entertainment career kicked off while he was a student at Howard University, using the internet to grow a live entertainment brand, the dos and don'ts of throwing a live event, and of course his R&B favorites. 

Where to Find Jabari 

Connect with Jabari and COLORS Worldwide through the links below. 

Website: ​​https://www.colorsworldwide.com/

Instagram: ​https://instagram.com/colorsworldwide | https://instagram.com/jabari

Make sure to follow us on social media:

Ellice's Instagram: https://instagram.com/thellicellis

A Few Minutes Instagram: https://instagram.com/afewminutespod

Ellice's Twitter: https://twitter.com/thellicellis

A Few Minutes Twitter: https://twitter.com/afewminutespod

Our Production Team

Executive Producer & Host: Ellice Ellis

Sound Designer: Eric Aaron  

Music provided by Aaron Monegain 

Artwork by Marley Beacham

Graphics by Caprice Humphries

]]> Living & Breathing R&B with Jabari Johnson Ellice D Ellis 00:46:16 In this week's episode, Ellice chats with Jabari Johnson, Founder of COLORS Worldwide, Inc. The two chat about how his entertainment career kicked off while he was a student at Howard University, using the internet to grow a live entertainment brand and the dos and don'ts of throwing a live event. In this week's episode, Ellice chats with Jabari Johnson, Founder of COLORS Worldwide, Inc. The two chat about how his entertainment career kicked off while he was a student at Howard University, using the internet to grow a live entertainment brand and the dos and don'ts of throwing a live event. ellice ellis, colors worldwide, r&b, black businesses, live entertainment, jabari johnson false full 4 1 0f16d6bc-8930-44bd-bdad-2e50415b219f WTF Is A Podcast with Simone Polanen In this week's episode, Ellice chats with Simone Polanen, a writer, performer, film, and audio-maker based in Brooklyn, NY, about all things podcasting. She currently hosts Not Past It, an original podcast from Spotify and Gimlet Media, and previously worked as a producer for the shows Start Up, 'Reply All,' and 'The Nod.' Our conversation explores Simone's career journey, her Not Past It hosting gig, and her irreverent newsletter 'HIGHBROW/LOWBROW. 

Where to Find Simone

Check out Simone's Website and follow her on Instagram and Twitter, all linked below. 

Website: https://www.simonepolanen.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simonepolanen/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/SimonePolanen

Make sure to follow us on social media:

Ellice's Instagram: https://instagram.com/thellicellis

A Few Minutes Instagram: https://instagram.com/afewminutespod

Ellice's Twitter: https://twitter.com/thellicellis

A Few Minutes Twitter: https://twitter.com/afewminutespod

Our Production Team

Executive Producer & Host: Ellice Ellis

Sound Designer: Twi McCallum 

Music provided by Aaron Monegain 

Artwork by Marley Beacham

Graphics by Caprice Humphries 

]]> Thu, 6 Oct 2022 15:00:00 +0000 ellisellice@gmail.com (Ellice D Ellis) https://a-few-minutes.simplecast.com/episodes/wtf-is-a-podcast-JQPNWFrX In this week's episode, Ellice chats with Simone Polanen, a writer, performer, film, and audio-maker based in Brooklyn, NY, about all things podcasting. She currently hosts Not Past It, an original podcast from Spotify and Gimlet Media, and previously worked as a producer for the shows Start Up, 'Reply All,' and 'The Nod.' Our conversation explores Simone's career journey, her Not Past It hosting gig, and her irreverent newsletter 'HIGHBROW/LOWBROW. 

Where to Find Simone

Check out Simone's Website and follow her on Instagram and Twitter, all linked below. 

Website: https://www.simonepolanen.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/simonepolanen/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/SimonePolanen

Make sure to follow us on social media:

Ellice's Instagram: https://instagram.com/thellicellis

A Few Minutes Instagram: https://instagram.com/afewminutespod

Ellice's Twitter: https://twitter.com/thellicellis

A Few Minutes Twitter: https://twitter.com/afewminutespod

Our Production Team

Executive Producer & Host: Ellice Ellis

Sound Designer: Twi McCallum 

Music provided by Aaron Monegain 

Artwork by Marley Beacham

Graphics by Caprice Humphries 

]]> WTF Is A Podcast with Simone Polanen Ellice D Ellis 00:53:14 In this week's episode, Ellice chats with Simone Polanen, a writer, performer, film, and audio-maker based in Brooklyn, NY, about all things podcasting. She currently hosts Not Past It, an original podcast from Spotify and Gimlet Media, and previously worked as a producer for the shows Start Up, 'Reply All,' and 'The Nod.' Our conversation explores Simone's career journey, her Not Past It hosting gig, and her irreverent newsletter 'HIGHBROW/LOWBROW.' In this week's episode, Ellice chats with Simone Polanen, a writer, performer, film, and audio-maker based in Brooklyn, NY, about all things podcasting. She currently hosts Not Past It, an original podcast from Spotify and Gimlet Media, and previously worked as a producer for the shows Start Up, 'Reply All,' and 'The Nod.' Our conversation explores Simone's career journey, her Not Past It hosting gig, and her irreverent newsletter 'HIGHBROW/LOWBROW.' false full 3 1 3c566028-8ef3-43b0-91fd-43155851035e The Gumbo Tastes Good with Nadirah Simmons In this week's episode, our host Ellice Ellis is in conversation with Nadirah Simmons, founder, and EIC of The Gumbo Mass Media & Social Club, dedicated to documenting and celebrating Black women in Hip-Hop. The Jersey girl chats about her love of samples, founding The Gumbo, and when she first fell in love with hip-hop.

Where to Find Nadirah + The Gumbo 

Check out The Gumbo's website and follow them and Nadirah on Instagram and Twitter, all linked below. 

Website: ​​https://thegumbo.net/

Instagram: ​​https://instagram.com/thegumbo | https://instagram.com/hinadirah

Twitter: https://twitter.com/thegumbo | https://twitter.com/hinadirah

Make sure to follow us on social media:

Ellice's Instagram: https://instagram.com/thellicellis

A Few Minutes Instagram: https://instagram.com/afewminutespod

Ellice's Twitter: https://twitter.com/thellicellis

A Few Minutes Twitter: https://twitter.com/afewminutespod

Our Production Team

Executive Producer & Host: Ellice Ellis

Sound Designer: Eric Aaron 

Music provided by Aaron Monegain 

Artwork by Marley Beacham

Graphics by Caprice Humphries

]]> Thu, 22 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0000 ellisellice@gmail.com (Ellice D Ellis) https://a-few-minutes.simplecast.com/episodes/the-gumbo-tastes-good-YkLg2_yH In this week's episode, our host Ellice Ellis is in conversation with Nadirah Simmons, founder, and EIC of The Gumbo Mass Media & Social Club, dedicated to documenting and celebrating Black women in Hip-Hop. The Jersey girl chats about her love of samples, founding The Gumbo, and when she first fell in love with hip-hop.

Where to Find Nadirah + The Gumbo 

Check out The Gumbo's website and follow them and Nadirah on Instagram and Twitter, all linked below. 

Website: ​​https://thegumbo.net/

Instagram: ​​https://instagram.com/thegumbo | https://instagram.com/hinadirah

Twitter: https://twitter.com/thegumbo | https://twitter.com/hinadirah

Make sure to follow us on social media:

Ellice's Instagram: https://instagram.com/thellicellis

A Few Minutes Instagram: https://instagram.com/afewminutespod

Ellice's Twitter: https://twitter.com/thellicellis

A Few Minutes Twitter: https://twitter.com/afewminutespod

Our Production Team

Executive Producer & Host: Ellice Ellis

Sound Designer: Eric Aaron 

Music provided by Aaron Monegain 

Artwork by Marley Beacham

Graphics by Caprice Humphries

]]> The Gumbo Tastes Good with Nadirah Simmons Ellice D Ellis 00:36:05 In this week's episode, our host Ellice Ellis is in conversation with Nadirah Simmons, founder, and EIC of The Gumbo Mass Media & Social Club, dedicated to documenting and celebrating Black women in Hip-Hop. The Jersey girl chats about her love of samples, founding The Gumbo, and when she first fell in love with hip-hop. In this week's episode, our host Ellice Ellis is in conversation with Nadirah Simmons, founder, and EIC of The Gumbo Mass Media & Social Club, dedicated to documenting and celebrating Black women in Hip-Hop. The Jersey girl chats about her love of samples, founding The Gumbo, and when she first fell in love with hip-hop. media, ellice ellis, philly, the gumbo, nadirah simmons, jay-z, hip-hop, women, podcasts, music, black women true full 2 1 290fd27b-d739-4804-99ec-524766efa7f1 The Essence of Cool with Matt Talley A Few Minutes is a bi-weekly interview podcast hosted by podcast producer and culture writer Ellice Ellis, covering Black entrepreneurs, and multi-hyphenates reshaping creative industries. We're kicking off the pod with Matt Talley, the DJ, business owner, and content strategist behind Diggin Thru The Crates and D.C.'s Cool Kids Vinyl. He talks about his ventures, supporting D.C.'s creative scene, and his relationship with the late Biz Markie. 

Where to Find Matt

Connect with Matt, Cool Kids Vinyl, and stay up to date on Diggin Thru The Crates through the links below. 

Make sure to follow us on social media:

Our Production Team

  • Executive Producer & Host: Ellice Ellis
  • Sound Designer: Eric Aaron
  • Music provided by Aaron Monegain
  • Artwork by Marley Beacham
  • Graphics by Caprice Humphries
]]> Thu, 8 Sep 2022 04:30:00 +0000 ellisellice@gmail.com (Ellice D Ellis) https://a-few-minutes.simplecast.com/episodes/the-essence-of-cool-with-matt-talley-iF2ygRBB A Few Minutes is a bi-weekly interview podcast hosted by podcast producer and culture writer Ellice Ellis, covering Black entrepreneurs, and multi-hyphenates reshaping creative industries. We're kicking off the pod with Matt Talley, the DJ, business owner, and content strategist behind Diggin Thru The Crates and D.C.'s Cool Kids Vinyl. He talks about his ventures, supporting D.C.'s creative scene, and his relationship with the late Biz Markie. 

Where to Find Matt

Connect with Matt, Cool Kids Vinyl, and stay up to date on Diggin Thru The Crates through the links below. 

Make sure to follow us on social media:

Our Production Team

  • Executive Producer & Host: Ellice Ellis
  • Sound Designer: Eric Aaron
  • Music provided by Aaron Monegain
  • Artwork by Marley Beacham
  • Graphics by Caprice Humphries
]]> The Essence of Cool with Matt Talley Ellice D Ellis 00:27:24 A Few Minutes is a content studio, podcast, and newsletter focused on (Black) media, culture, and wellness. We're kicking off the pod with Matt Talley, the DJ, business owner, and content strategist behind Diggin Thru The Crates and D.C.'s Cool Kids Vinyl. He talks about his ventures, supporting D.C.'s creative scene, and his relationship with the late Biz Markie. A Few Minutes is a content studio, podcast, and newsletter focused on (Black) media, culture, and wellness. We're kicking off the pod with Matt Talley, the DJ, business owner, and content strategist behind Diggin Thru The Crates and D.C.'s Cool Kids Vinyl. He talks about his ventures, supporting D.C.'s creative scene, and his relationship with the late Biz Markie. dmv, live events, black creatives, dj, dc, a few minutes, matt talley false full 1 1