Bison Chats

Our SPECIAL GUEST HOST Roland Buddy Lewis sat down with us to learn about lighting and the role of the line producer from Executive in Charge of Production, Michelle Colbert. Michelle gives some great tips on a key element needed in this business. Sit back and listen.     BC Study Guide   1. Use ________________________ to establish your brand and build relationships.   2. Get a __________________!   3. A ______________ is a contractual agreement with an artist that ensures them special perks.   Michelle can be reached at 323.816.3227  for real estate inquiries and wealth building.

Entertainment executive extrodinaire, Ernest Skinner has had his hands in various "pots" within the industry.  From radio to repping, marketing to events, come listen for great tips and tricks to making it in this "Business of Entertainment".     BC Study Guide   1. Get as much _____________ as you can in as many different areas as you can. Its about understanding the "business" of entertainment.   2. _____________ is a tough nut to crack. It is NOT going to be an easy transition.   3. You have to be about your _____________. You have to be trustworthy.   4. If there is a way to get into an agency, you should do it even if its the ______________. You are probably going to work like a slave, but its a jumping off point to everything in the industry.   5. As you network, get your hook ups in being ________________,________________and ________________ like.

Once again we have a SPECIAL EPISODE with producers Stacey Alphonso and Kellie R. Griffin chat with host Rod Emelle about highlights from episodes 7 through fifteen of The Bison Chats: Danai Farairi, Carla Renata, Leonard Thomas, Kevin Grevioux, Marques Miles and Imhotep Coleman.

In this episode of the Bison Chats, we sat down with Julian Petty, Esq. to discuss the role of an entertainment attorney and when to determine when its time to get one in order to protect your intellectual property. Don't know what that is? Then this episode is for YOU!

In this episode of the Bison Chats, we sat with Assistant Director Imhotep Coleman the "Gladiator in a Headseat" to discuss what exactly an assistant director does on set and his journey along the way. Some of the projects Imhotep has worked is "Gratuities Included", "Private Practice", "Dexter", "Southland", "Scandal" and many more.   BC Study Guide   1. Making films is not _____________________. 2. As a Free lancer, your only ______ _____________ as your last job. 3. You can do __________ ________ in Hollywood. 4. Three things you need to have to be succussful: a. How hard are you going to W______ to achieve your goals? b. How much E_________ are you going to put into it? c. Can you  F_________ for longer than a few minutes to really learn?   FOR YOU INFORMATION: Imhotep mentioned a few programs that you may want to look into for more information. 1. Streetlights Production and training program: http://www.streetlights.org/about_us   2. Directors Guild Training Program: http://www.d

If you've ever wanted to be ground level at a Super Bowl game and see the action close up, this episode is for you! We sat down with Marques Miles to discuss producing for live format and Documentaries. Take a listen and get to know the man behind the Big Game!

In this episode, we talk to actor, Leonard Thomas most famously known as Big Brother General Patton in Spike Lee's iconic film "School Daze". Leonard "schools" us on how to succeed in this crazy Hollywood life.

We sat down and spoke with the creator of the avenger The Blue Marvel and creator of the Franchise "Underworld" Kevin Grevioux. Come geek out with us over comics. microbiology and how to create a genre-based empire! (And bring your dictionary! We're using big words in this episode!)

In this episode with Carla Renata, we learn the world of acting, how to get your hussle on and the value of knowing your brand.   Carla can be reached at: BrandingBudha.com Carlarenata.com FaceBook: Carla Renata Instagram: @curvycarenata Periscope: @CurvyFilmCritic

Entertainment journalist, Huff Post contributor and producer at Attagirl Productions, Danai Maraire is awe inspiring! She travels from Oregon to Howard to Hollywood sharing the lessons that she learned along the way.   BC STUDY GUIDE 1. Don't take anything __________________. 2. One thing that is consistent about this buinsess is _______________. 3. There is no such thing as an __________ ____________. They are usually 10 years in the making. 4. Make _______________ everywhere you go. 5. Today's ________________ is tomorrow's ___________. 6. _____________ in the environment and ___________ or an opportunity. 7. _________________ GOSSIP!   Danai can be reached on Facebook as well as: Twitter & Instagram: @attagirlent Follow her YouTube Channels: AttagirlTV Attagirl1842 Attagirl12  

In this SPECIAL EPISODE, producers Stacey Alphonso and Kellie R. Griffin grab  chat with host Rod Emelle about highlights from the first seven episodes of The Bison Chats.

Joining us on today's Bison Chats is a Producer and Development Executive who has worked for Forest Whitaker, Jamie Foxx and networks like E! , HBO and BET. Nikita Adams joins us on the yard to share her "Howard to Hollywood" story from her farming background in North Carolina (Population 500) to where she is now.    BC STUDY GUIDE 1. Don't forsake the ______________ to be well . That's what will make you a good storyteller.  2. If you don't ____________ to do, ____________ at what you know what to do. 3. Be warned: In _________________, if you've never done something before, they think you can't do it. 4. I would consider Princess Diaries a ___________ film because it was produced by Debra Martin Chase and Whitney Houston. A film that is made by a people of diverse background. 5. Learn the correct __________________ for your industry. 6. Be ____________ but be specifically ____________ to the best of your ability.   Nikita Adams can be reached on Facebook as well

Arthur Harris talks about his big break in Hollywood and steps that a writer should take once you start your writing career.     You can find Arthur Harris on: Facebook at "Arthur Harris" Twitter-@ComicArtHarris   During the podcast, Arthur mentions that he attended a Warner Brothers program. For more information on this program, go to Warner Brothers Television Workshop

Howard University alumni, Dallas Jackson, President of DJ Classicz production company talks about how he got his first look deal, his brand and his upcoming television series Rebel which begins begins production June 2016.    BC Study Guide 1. Utilize _________________ to your full advantage. 2.  Use the _________________ to succeed. Don't wait on Hollywood to discover you! 3.  Build Your ___________!  4. Don't come out to Hollywood because yo momma n dem think you're funny! Have a well thought out ________________ of attack!   You can follow Dallas on: Facebook: Dallas Jackson Twitter: @DJClassicz   Check out the Warner Brothers Writers Program Dallas talked about in his interview:http://televisionworkshop.warnerbros.com/   Be Sure to SUBMIT YOUR SCRIPT to The Kellie R. Griffin Bison Project! Deadline August 21, 2016! goto http://www.krgbisonproject.com/how-to-submit/ for more information. #Howard #HBCU 

In this episode of The Bison Chats Adia and Asha talk about the need to help others through ACTION and share their journeys as an Attorney and a Actor/Dancer in entertainment.   Check out May Sister Entertainment web series produced by Idris Elba at: Milk + Honey Series For more information on Howardwood go to: Howardwood.org   Twitter Contacts @HUHowardwood Asha: @AshaKamali Adia: @AZmesq   Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to Bison Chats and check us out at www.KRGBisonProject.com or Twitter  @KRGBisonProject    

Buddy (Real Husbands of Hollywood) shares his most memorably time at Howard in Drew Hall and gives a perspective on Hollywood from a writer and comedians perspective.   BC Study Guide 1. Utilize _________________ to your full advantage. 2.  Use the _________________ to succeed. Don't wait on Hollywood to discover you! 3.  Build Your ___________!  4. Don't come out to Hollywood because yo momma n dem think you're funny! Have a well thought out ________________ of attack!   You can follow Buddy on: Facebook:Buddy Lewis Twitter: @BuddyLewisJokes Instagram:@BuddyLewisLaffs Website: www.buddylewiscomedy.com Be sure to look for Buddy's episode of Real Husbands of Hollywood entitled "Hart in the Hood" next season. For more information on the Kellie R Griffin Bison Project, go to www.KRGBisonProject.com  and like our Facebook page- The Kellie R. Grffin Bison Project.

Karen Marlina White (Animal Kingdom, Veep) talks about her time at Howard, how she landed the rol on "Lean On Me" working with icons Bill Cosby and Morgan Freeman. BC Study Guide 1. The education that helped her at Howard was not only to act, but learn___________________ as a back up plan. 2. Bill Cosby taught Karen a valuable lesson in the business. It was to sign _______________________! 3. Always know how to _______________ to fall back on. 4. Auditions are just like ______________ sometimes you make it in and sometimes you don't. You can't take it personally.   You can follow Karen on: Facebook: Karen Malina White Twitter: @KarenMalinaWhite   Be sure to Watch  Karen Malina White on Animal Kingdom June 7th on TNT! For more information on the Kellie R Griffin Bison Poject, go to www.KRGBisonProject.com 

Brandon talks about the passing of his icon Prince, his thoughts on skinny jeans, getting kicked out of Drew Hall and of course his journey to become a writer, director and producer. BC Study Guide 1. A key take away that Brandon mentions often in his interview is ______________ over fear. 2.  Be prepared often in this business for the ____________ and wait game. 3. It is important as a writer to ___________________ of your script and move on.     Brandon mentioned being in the Cosby Writing Fellowship. Although that fellowship no longer exists, you can check out others here:http://www.theafw.com/blog/10-upcoming-2015-competition-deadlines/#