We’re on Uncreative Radio with Ricky Junquera

Ricky Junquera is a proud Cuban American political activist who refuses to give up his fight to better his communities, even after losing an election.

On this episode of Uncreative Radio, Josh and Ricky discuss Capitol Hill, losing elections, and hair loss.

Both Josh and Ricky agree that what took place on January 6th at Capitol Hill was nothing short of an organized attack on American soil. Their conversation leads to questioning what happens if those who took place in the attack were minorities; how differently the mob scene would have been handled.

We take a break to talk about the political scandals of 2020. The number of scandals was high. And this year, we all paid more attention, including the story of former Tallahassee mayor Andrew Gillum and his Google search status. While Gillum lost the support of many, Ricky has an interesting point as to why he might still back his potential run for Florida governor.

“I’m going to do Andrew a solid. In the gay community, he probably gained votes instead of losing them. …In the quietly vain community, it’s like wow. You go, man.”

As a gay man, I’ve been judged my entire life.

We applaud the humor, compassion, and resilience Ricky has. He talks about creating safe spaces, fighting for a good life as a member of the LGBTQ+ community, and the imbalances in our society.

The issues that plague minority communities in Southern Florida are, perhaps, the real reason Ricky returned to his home state. In this episode of Uncreative Radio, we’re getting deep into those issues. What’s being done about the economic crisis? Who needs your vote? Who’s cooler, Pelosi or AOC? And why would Ricky Junquera voluntarily get all of his hair lasered off of his head?

You’ve got questions, and we’ve got answers. Tune in on Thursday, February 4 at 6 PM ET for Uncreative Radio with Ricky Junquera to find out exactly what is going with our government. 

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Uncreative Radio with Amber Tollefson!

Joshua Miller connects with Amber Tollefson, the Founder and Chief Storyteller of docu+brand C R E A T I V E and the Flamingo House Story, on Episode 108 of Uncreative Radio.

In this episode, Amber Tollefson and Josh Miller discuss the obstacle of social adversity and how it can decide the fate of one’s career.

Race, gender, and sexual orientation are obstacles for some and sources of strength for others. Amber Tollefson understands this very well. As a gay, female entrepreneur, she has had to prove her prowess, intelligence, and competence every step of the way. In Episode 2, she explains how she found strength in the face of social adversity, and where she focused that fortitude to excel beyond social prejudice. Her message is one of perseverance and authenticity, and her position as a leader is that of a combatant to narrowmindedness.

Her message carries weight, asking hard questions that many have never had to face (and never will have to face)… How do you respond to prejudice? Will you ever have to? Does it impact your career? These are the questions Josh and Amber Tollefson will get to the bottom of during Episode 2 of Uncreative Radio.

No matter the hate and bias in the world, on Uncreative Radio we all stand united. Tune-in July 4th at 6 PM ET. 

A Source of Female Empowerment

For more inspiration and art embodying female empowerment, check out the #poetry section of our #UNCREATIVE Blog. Salma el Wardany is a fantastic poet whose message radiates with femininity, individuality, and confidence. Don’t be afraid to read between the lines…

We’re on Uncreative Radio with Elisabetta Fantone!

Elisabetta Fantone is a singer, songwriter, painter, and actress. No joke. She does it all. We’ve worked with Elisabetta Fantone on some of our most cherished projects, so this is a really special episode for us. Elisabetta starred in two of our original short films, The River Cabin and Christmas Eve (available on Amazon).

Elisabetta has spent her entire career in the entertainment industry. She got her start working on odd jobs, like random club tours and reality shows, which opened up doors for her to pursue her truest passion: acting. Her journey to the screen showed her that nearly everyone has an opinion on how you live your life. Even if they don’t know you, people will often hold you to the expectations that they live by. If you violate their belief structures then they hold you in contempt. That is the world we live in, and it is especially harsh to artists or anyone else in the public spotlight.

But what if we told you that you don’t have to tolerate the scrutiny? What if we told you that any publicity is good publicity? 

This is actually an age-old practice. Keeping your name is the spotlight that is. If people are talking about you it means you’re relevant. Even if their feedback is negative (or just completely outrageous) it gives your voice more gumption. Elisabetta knows this and she’s not afraid to be outspoken. She lives her life to her own tune and doesn’t apologize to anyone who’s “insulted” by her lifestyle.

In this episode of Uncreative Radio with Elisabetta Fantone, Elisabetta is sharing a few ways that she deals with public criticism so you, too, can express who you are without fear of invalid repercussions. You have to have thick skin, yes. But you also need to trust in your own lifestyle. The world will try to make you doubt yourself, but you don’t need to. Elisabetta will show you how to embrace your opinions and ward off the negativity that can make you doubt yourself.

Tune in Thursday, April 24th at 6 PM ET for Uncreative Radio with Elisabetta Fantone for a lesson on living your life your way.

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We’re on Uncreative Radio with Melanie Tillbrook!

Melanie Tillbrook is an accomplished Phillipino model, business owner, and fitness competitor. She modeled in our Next Door promotion during our initial rebranding and has put us in touch with some incredible models, like Metisha, who starred in one of our recent model profiles. She’s crazy talented and possesses adept business acumen, which she used to propel her business, Posh Production and Events.

But that’s not what brought Melanie to the studio today. No, in this episode of Uncreative Radio, we’re here to talk about the fall of the entertainment industry amid coronavirus and how to stoke your bullshit-o-meter. 

There is a certain phrase that we’ve been hearing a lot amongst colleagues and it pretty much summarizes business at the turn of the decade (especially for those of us in the entertainment industry, with the exception on Netflix):

“2020 started out strong and then March rolled around…”

March was like getting kicked in the stomach after a massive bowl of fettucini alfredo (sorry, Italy). Business was a-boomin’. We were on track for record numbers. Our list of client work was out of the door. We had original productions in the pipeline. And then it all vanished. Our clients had to close their doors and consequentially our workload dried up like an orange left to rot on the side of the road in the summer heat. It’s been brutal. We’re not the only ones dealing with the coronavirus blowback (obviously) but we are one of the few who are talking about it.

There’s no one better to have this conversation with than Melanie Tillbrook. Her career keeps her at the forefront of the entertainment industry, so when the world started to sour, she was one of the first people to see the signs.

Melanie is no soothsayer (otherwise her business would have been impervious to the coronavirus blowback), but she is predicting an end to the mayhem. It may be sooner than you ever thought… Well, not if you’re a Trump 2020 supporter. Those people still think this whole thing is a hoax.

If you’ve gone stir-crazy during quarantine and need some hope to hold onto, then tune in this Thursday, April 30th at 6 PM for Uncreative Radio with Melanie Tillbrook.

And if you’re gearing up for business when this all over, get in contact with Melanie Tillbrook for your next big production.

For more original series and inspiring videos, check out our Youtube Channel. Here, you can stay up to date on the latest happenings inside the studio and check out art you won’t find anyplace else.

We’re on Uncreative Radio with Mario Ramil!

“Did he hold him at dickpoint?” 

Mario Ramil is a stand-up comedian and social media influencer. He is a Miami native and a visionary with a potty mouth. After quitting his nine-to-five to pursue stand up comedy fulltime, Mario inadvertently started a second job… As if stand up comedy wasn’t a hard enough industry to break into, he decided to create a hub called XQUME Miami, where creatives and artists come together as a community and collectively create original content to potentially monetize and expose their art from Miami to the world.

XQUME Miami has set the stage for performers and creatives in our community to show the world their art. And that is something we really dig. We’ve been on a similar mission for some time, using our platform #Uncreative as a soapbox from which local artists can share their talents, connect with their peers and build towards their goals.

We invited Mario Ramil to be our guest in Episode 18 of Uncreative Radio to discuss his craft, his notoriety as one of Miami’s most recognized comedians, and his attitude towards cancel culture. In typical fashion, however, Mario inadvertently instigated a second conversation… one of close proximity masturbation, family values, and Bill Cosby’s new stand up show which was filmed from his prison cell.

The meat and potatoes of Uncreative Radio with Mario Ramil

Before getting off track, Mario Ramil and Joshua Miller talk about family responsibility, deep-seated ambitions, and how the two can either conflict or inspire the courage needed to act without any more hesitation. If you are an aspiring artist — or even a semi-established artist — then this is a conversation you’ll want to listen to. And if you’re stuck in a frequency of depression or doubt then their insights may be what’s needed to jog your mind, reignite your drive, and inspire the confidence that first got you started.

Oh, and on the topic of Bill Cosby’s new stand up show, which was filmed from his prison cell, know that

1. Bill Cosby was one of Josh’s former idols (keyword: former)
2. Josh respected Bill Cosby’s career so much that he recited his history on our History Matters series (Yes, it’s since been taken down and deleted. And, yes, you can watch other great episodes by clicking the #HistoryMatters hashtag on our blog)
3. This is just a joke

Tune in on Thursday, October 24th at 6 PM to watch Mario Ramil and Joshua Miller on the funniest episode of Uncreative Radio to date!

#UNCREATIVERadio airs every Thursday at 6 PM.

Our guests are some of the brightest minds in their industry. Most are self-starters and artists doing everything they can to establish their name among the best of the best. If you have great ambitions in life, then this is your source for art, entertainment, and inspiration.

Check out the other episodes when you get a sec!

We’re on Uncreative Radio with Stichiz!

Who are you supposed to be?

Did you grow up knowing exactly who you were supposed to be? Did you know which career you were destined for? Was your path in life so clearly illuminated? For some, there is no confusion about who they are and what their calling in life is. Stichiz is one such person. Or, as we like to say, Stichiz Knows Best.

Stichiz (@stichiz) is a popular radio personality on Miami’s 103.5 The Beat. She has been described as “a trilingual, tongue-twisting, international award-winning Entertainer and artist on the rise by publications across the globe.” She is a woman of God, a community champion, and a musical artist… so far. Her music is described as a schizophrenic experience, dubbed as such because of the various genres and languages she mixes in each track. She just released a few new songs on Spotify. Check them out and let her know what you think.

One thing we learned about Stichiz on this episode of Uncreative Radio is that she possesses this uncanny ability to change personalities on a whim. It’s impossible to say how many rival voices are competing for air time in her head, but what we can say without a doubt is that Stichiz Knows Best. Regardless of the topic being discussed (and in this episode there are many), she has a personality that knows the facts and is prepared to share their interpretations.

As a woman of God, she injects her outlook with positivity, channeling good energy in everything she says. Even still, Joshua Miller attempts to stir the pot, so stick around…

Tune in at 6 PM with Joshua Miller, Stichiz, and her dozen personalities for an unforgettable episode of Uncreative Radio.

#UNCREATIVERadio airs every Thursday at 6 PM.

Our guests are some of the brightest minds in their industry. Most are self-starters and artists doing everything they can to establish their name among the best of the best. If you have great ambitions in life, then this is your source for art, entertainment, and inspiration.

Check out the other episodes when you get a sec!

Joshua Miller connects with Alexandra Grief, Founder and Lead Designer of Montce Swim, on Episode 6 of Uncreative Radio!

C&I has a great relationship with Alexandra Grief. We’ve worked with her many times since the founding of Montce Swim. We have been a part of her brand’s growth, seeing her business elevate from a small Fort Lauderdale fashion swim shop to a global name-brand design entity. We have filmed media for Montce Swim for years, traveling from Puerto Rico and Los Angeles to covering Swim Week at W Fort Lauderdale. You can check out all of the videos we created for Montce Swim on our portfolio.

On Episode 6 of Uncreative Radio with Alexandra Grief, Josh and Alexandra share in the struggles they face as business owners, as well as, opposing viewpoints on the necessity of social media.

What sacrifices must business owners make to stay creative and operational in fast-paced markets? Alexandra Grief shares insights into her most recent sources of inspiration. And how it all comes together in 5 minutes. She also explains how she balances managing a private business while operating as Lead Designer on all major swim lines… something Joshua Miller is familiar with, working as CEO and Director of our Video Production department.

Is the power of the influencer good or bad for small businesses? Though it depends on the industry, social media influencers can be both a necessary evil and a gift from the brand gods. But how much attention should business owners dedicate to influencers? And how many products should they be entitled to? Alexandra Grief and Montce Swim thrive in an environment of social media influencers… but does that prove their importance?

Tune in on August 1, 2019, at 6 PM ET for the inside scoop.