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Chef Tova Sterling: Culinary School Dropout to Instagram Sensation


Join us as we welcome Chef Tova Sterling, a renowned celebrity private chef with an unconventional path to success. Tova has cooked for the likes of Paul McCartney and J-Lo, hosted events at Soho House, and amassed over 125,000 Instagram followers with her deadpan Wednesday Adams approach to cooking content. In this episode, Tova dives into her journey from getting kicked out of culinary school, to building a career in private chefing for celebrities, to creating Sinners Shabbat—a unique event blending traditional Jewish dinners with burlesque and dance parties. Learn about her creative processes, the importance of authenticity, her experience with social media, and the entrepreneurial spirit that drives her. Don't miss this entertaining and insightful interview!

00:49 Tova's Unique Approach to Sponsorships
02:22 The Origins of Tova's Online Persona
05:27 Tova's Culinary Beginnings
09:04 From Culinary School to Rehab
13:13 Breaking into the Private Chef Industry
17:13 Cooking for Celebrities
19:04 Leaving Private Chefing for Flexibility
20:02 Breaking into the Celebrity Chef Scene
20:53 Navigating Industry Challenges and Gatekeepers
22:09 Entrepreneurial Strategies for Success
23:23 Creating Sinner Shabbat: A Unique Jewish Experience
27:35 From Events to Content Creation
31:54 The Importance of a Consistent Creative Practice
36:07 Advice for Aspiring Creators

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Artemis Orion: The Journey of a Genre-Fluid Musical Artist | FAM Podcast

Welcome to the FAM Podcast, where we delve into the stories of influential creators shaping today's cultural landscape. In this episode, we are joined by Artemis Orion, a versatile musical artist whose ethereal soundscapes merge indie, electronic, dream pop, alternative, and synth wave to craft unique emotional experiences. Artemis Orion shares insights on the evolution of her distinct sound, her recent EP 'Colorful Nightmares,' and the music videos accompanying it. From childhood influences to her multifaceted creative process and the impact of digital platforms like MTV and YouTube, Artemis Orion offers an in-depth look at her artistic journey. Tune in to explore how she balances the sonic and visual elements of her work, and what's next for this dynamic artist.

00:07 Meet Artemis Orion: Genre-Fluid Musical Artist
01:05 The Journey to a Unique Sound
05:57 Influences and Early Musical Memories
10:14 From GarageBand to Professional Production
12:43 The Visual Side of Music
16:27 Adapting to the Digital Age
20:48 The Collaborative Process
22:46 What's Next for Artemis Orion?

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Exploring the Intersection of Art and Entrepreneurship with Lawrence Lui

Join Johnny Hwin as he welcomes Lawrence Lui a top dance music professional, to FAM. This episode delves into Lui's journey from a college radio DJ to a senior director of marketing at major labels, and now the CEO of his own marketing agency, Bampire Music. They discuss his early love for music, his unique perspective on the evolving landscape of music marketing, and the role of technology and AI in the music industry. Lui also talks about his own creative process as a recording artist and offers insights and advice to aspiring musicians and entrepreneurs.

00:22 Introducing Lawrence Lui
01:53 Lawrence's Journey into Music
03:58 College Radio Days
05:20 Early Music Career
09:08 Transition to Music Marketing
14:30 Viral Marketing Campaigns
18:52 Navigating Social Media as an Artist
26:27 The Impact of AI on Music and Marketing
28:16 Personal Insights and New Projects
30:47 Advice for Aspiring Artists
31:54 Challenges in the Music Industry
37:21 The Future of Creativity

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