What does it take to go from an intern working behind the scenes to becoming a host on one of the most legendary radio stations in the country?In this episode of First Rounds On Me, Joe and Hannah sit down with Miabelle, a host and on-air personality at HOT 97, as well as a producer and writer whose career has been shaped by music, culture, community, and genuine human connection.Miabelle shares how listening to radio as a child inspired her dream, how an initial internship rejection eventually led to her opportunity at HOT 97, and why she was willing to take on nearly any role to get her foot in the door.She takes us through her journey from intern to the HOT 97 Street Team, the digital department, overnight radio, weekend programming, and eventually morning radio.The conversation also explores how music and media have changed, why so much modern content can feel empty, what separates a memorable host from someone simply performing, and how Miabelle gets celebrities to lower their guard during interviews.Miabelle also opens up about the personal side of success, the importance of checking in on people beyond their work, learning to be present, and what she would tell the ten-year-old version of herself who could only dream about the life she has now.This episode is about much more than radio. It is about perseverance, authenticity, community, creativity, and becoming the person you once imagined you could be.Subscribe to First Rounds On Me for more honest conversations about dating, relationships, culture, personal growth, entrepreneurship, and human connection.00:00 – Introduction01:33 – Miabelle’s Radio Journey06:11 – Authenticity Behind the Microphone08:41 – From Rejection to HOT 9715:38 – Moving into Morning Radio17:00 – How Music and Culture Changed22:22 – Interviewing Celebrities28:44 – Making an Impact on Listeners31:10 – Advice to Her Younger Self32:24 – Life Beyond the Career35:23 – Closing Affirmation