http://odeo.com/channels/2114004-Black-Web-2-0 no Covering Web 2.0 Trends on African-American Websites and in African-American Culture Covering Web 2.0 Trends on African-American Websites and in African-American Culture The Black Web 2.0 Show en 40 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 06:00:25 -0700 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 06:00:25 -0700 podcast, Technology, web, Black, new, 2, 0 Technology podcast web Black new 2 0 http://odeo.com/episodes/24992855-Freemium-Your-Content-with-Social-Cord-audio When I first heard about Social Cord (via @waynesutton) the service which had been explained as being similar to “Cable for Social Networks” was immediately intriguing.  I visited the site and even read up on some articles via Venture Beat and Mashable, both of which didn’t do the service any justice (not so much Venture Beat, more so Mashable).  It wasn’t until I spoke with Founder David Dundas that I fully understood the company’s concept and opportunity it offers some publishers.  It just so happens the week we spoke was at the heat of an interweb debate on the most “elegant way to monetize content” on the web. David Dundas, Founder of Social Cord Simply put Social Cord is a self serve montetization platform for premium content for Twitter, Facebook, and websites in general.  The service bills directly to a mobile phone so no credit card is needed.  Unlike it’s closest competitors tipjoy, twitpub, and superchirp Social Cord works wi... When I first heard about Social Cord (via @waynesutton) the service which had been explained as being similar to “Cable for Social Networks” was immediately intriguing.  I visited the site and even read up on some articles via Venture Beat and Mashable, both of which didn’t do the service any justice (not so much Venture Beat, more so Mashable).  It wasn’t until I spoke with Founder David Dundas that I fully understood the company’s concept and opportunity it offers some publishers.  It just so happens the week we spoke was at the heat of an interweb debate on the most “elegant way to monetize content” on the web. David Dundas, Founder of Social Cord Simply put Social Cord is a self serve montetization platform for premium content for Twitter, Facebook, and websites in general.  The service bills directly to a mobile phone so no credit card is needed.  Unlike it’s closest competitors tipjoy, twitpub, and superchirp Social Cord works with or without Twitter.  Dundas explains Social Cord as being “ideal for media companies, music artists, social network app developers, and content creators who have an audience that they are interested in providing premium content to.”  Social Cord launched in Beta at the end of July and is currently looking for testers who are interested in monetizing their apps or Twitter streams. Listen in on my quick but very detailed interview about Social Cord’s offerings (Social Cord Fan Clubs, TipCup, and Social Cord Alerts), their business model, and how content creatures can monetize outside of ad based models by offering premium content to niche audiences.  Enjoy! When I first heard about Social Cord (via @waynesutton) the service which had been explained as being similar to “Cable for Social Networks” was immediately intriguing.  I visited the site and even read up on some articles via Venture Beat and Mashable, both of which didn’t do the service any justice (not so much Venture Beat, more so Mashable).  It wasn’t until I spoke with Founder David Dundas that I fully understood the company’s concept and opportunity it offers some publishers.  It just so happens the week we spoke was at the heat of an interweb debate on the most “elegant way to monetize content” on the web. David Dundas, Founder of Social Cord Simply put Social Cord is a self serve montetization platform for premium content for Twitter, Facebook, and websites in general.  The service bills directly to a mobile phone so no credit card is needed.  Unlike it’s closest competitors tipjoy, twitpub, and superchirp Social Cord works with or without Twitter.  Dundas explains Social Cord as being “ideal for media companies, music artists, social network app developers, and content creators who have an audience that they are interested in providing premium content to.”  Social Cord launched in Beta at the end of July and is currently looking for testers who are interested in monetizing their apps or Twitter streams. Listen in on my quick but very detailed interview about Social Cord’s offerings (Social Cord Fan Clubs, TipCup, and Social Cord Alerts), their business model, and how content creatures can monetize outside of ad based models by offering premium content to niche audiences.  Enjoy! tag:odeo.com,2009-08-20,24992855 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 06:00:25 -0700 no Black Web 2.0 podcast, Web 2.0, twitter, Mobile, Startups, Freemium, content distribution, premium content, micropayments, freemium content, david dundas, payment systems, social cord podcast Technology web Black new 2 0 http://odeo.com/episodes/24949569-Co-Founder-of-Uptown-Dishes-on-Vibe-Deal-part-3 In this part of our interview with Brett Wright he talks about being a print purest.  He makes a point on not trying to make Vibe an affluent publication in its’ rebirth while also stating: “We would not have done Vibe.com if we couldn’t have figured out how to do a print version.  We believe it is critical to the Vibe brand.” He also spoke about how Uptown and its’ partners are cutting down the cost structure of distributing the printed publication.  When asked “What will happen to old subscribers, will they grandfather into the new issues?” He told us they didn’t take on liability of subscribers but are working on ways to make sure paid subscribers of the magazine before it closed are happy.  Another company purchased the liability of the subscriptions, no word on who the buyer was.  Lastly, he also gives his personal take on the Freemium/Premium paid content model. This is Part 3 in a series of 3. In this part of our interview with Brett Wright he talks about being a print purest.  He makes a point on not trying to make Vibe an affluent publication in its’ rebirth while also stating: “We would not have done Vibe.com if we couldn’t have figured out how to do a print version.  We believe it is critical to the Vibe brand.” He also spoke about how Uptown and its’ partners are cutting down the cost structure of distributing the printed publication.  When asked “What will happen to old subscribers, will they grandfather into the new issues?” He told us they didn’t take on liability of subscribers but are working on ways to make sure paid subscribers of the magazine before it closed are happy.  Another company purchased the liability of the subscriptions, no word on who the buyer was.  Lastly, he also gives his personal take on the Freemium/Premium paid content model. This is Part 3 in a series of 3. In this part of our interview with Brett Wright he talks about being a print purest.  He makes a point on not trying to make Vibe an affluent publication in its’ rebirth while also stating: “We would not have done Vibe.com if we couldn’t have figured out how to do a print version.  We believe it is critical to the Vibe brand.” He also spoke about how Uptown and its’ partners are cutting down the cost structure of distributing the printed publication.  When asked “What will happen to old subscribers, will they grandfather into the new issues?” He told us they didn’t take on liability of subscribers but are working on ways to make sure paid subscribers of the magazine before it closed are happy.  Another company purchased the liability of the subscriptions, no word on who the buyer was.  Lastly, he also gives his personal take on the Freemium/Premium paid content model. This is Part 3 in a series of 3. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-12,24949569 Wed, 12 Aug 2009 11:12:25 -0700 no Black Web 2.0 podcast, News, Web 2.0, vibe, chris smith, quincy jones, uptown, vibe magazine, vibe.com, uptown magazine, David Koff, Parker McNaughton, Brett Wright, blackrock digital, Soul Train, Len Burnett, Leonard Burnett, Robert Miller, Intermedia Partners podcast Technology web Black new 2 0 http://odeo.com/episodes/24949570-Co-Founder-of-Uptown-Dishes-on-Vibe-Deal-part-2 Brett Wright goes into detail on the new Vibe’s business model and their advertising network referred to in our discussion as the Vibe Lifestyle Network which would not only focus on CPM sales but would service true brand integration opportunities.  They hope to not only include Vibe and Uptown but would also like to involve Soul Train which was recently acquired by InterMedia Partners and other lifestyle sites they plan to bring in the network.  He also speaks of the new management team which consists of Vibe veterans Rob Miller and Len Burnett. This is Part 2 in a series of 3. Brett Wright goes into detail on the new Vibe’s business model and their advertising network referred to in our discussion as the Vibe Lifestyle Network which would not only focus on CPM sales but would service true brand integration opportunities.  They hope to not only include Vibe and Uptown but would also like to involve Soul Train which was recently acquired by InterMedia Partners and other lifestyle sites they plan to bring in the network.  He also speaks of the new management team which consists of Vibe veterans Rob Miller and Len Burnett. This is Part 2 in a series of 3. Brett Wright goes into detail on the new Vibe’s business model and their advertising network referred to in our discussion as the Vibe Lifestyle Network which would not only focus on CPM sales but would service true brand integration opportunities.  They hope to not only include Vibe and Uptown but would also like to involve Soul Train which was recently acquired by InterMedia Partners and other lifestyle sites they plan to bring in the network.  He also speaks of the new management team which consists of Vibe veterans Rob Miller and Len Burnett. This is Part 2 in a series of 3. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-12,24949570 Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:42:34 -0700 no Black Web 2.0 podcast, News, Web 2.0, vibe, chris smith, quincy jones, uptown, vibe magazine, vibe.com, uptown magazine, David Koff, Parker McNaughton, Brett Wright, blackrock digital, Soul Train, Len Burnett, Leonard Burnett, Robert Miller, Intermedia Partners podcast Technology web Black new 2 0 http://odeo.com/episodes/24949571-Co-Founder-of-Uptown-Dishes-on-Vibe-Deal-Part-1 We got a chance to catch-up with Brett Wright Co-Founder of Uptown Media Group and new partner in the acquisition of the recently revived Vibe Magazine this morning.  He talks with us about the Partnership’s plan to revive a new version of Vibe that is being dubbed internally as Vibe 2.0.  The talks of the acquisition swirled around the interwebs yesterday and was confirmed late in the day with minimal detail.  Wright discusses integration, the formation of a network of sites (referred to as  the Vibe Lifestyle Network), restructuring the business model, and plans to reshape the product back to its glory days and beyond with a more current spin.  He also gives us his thoughts on where Vibe went wrong stating “…Rolling Stone was trying to be more like Vibe while Vibe was trying to be more like The Source” (paraphrased). Former employees of Vibe are also encouraged to reapply and connect with new leadership via the website, Vibe.com, which they hope to have bac... We got a chance to catch-up with Brett Wright Co-Founder of Uptown Media Group and new partner in the acquisition of the recently revived Vibe Magazine this morning.  He talks with us about the Partnership’s plan to revive a new version of Vibe that is being dubbed internally as Vibe 2.0.  The talks of the acquisition swirled around the interwebs yesterday and was confirmed late in the day with minimal detail.  Wright discusses integration, the formation of a network of sites (referred to as  the Vibe Lifestyle Network), restructuring the business model, and plans to reshape the product back to its glory days and beyond with a more current spin.  He also gives us his thoughts on where Vibe went wrong stating “…Rolling Stone was trying to be more like Vibe while Vibe was trying to be more like The Source” (paraphrased). Former employees of Vibe are also encouraged to reapply and connect with new leadership via the website, Vibe.com, which they hope to have back up by the end of the week. This is Part 1 in a series of 3. We got a chance to catch-up with Brett Wright Co-Founder of Uptown Media Group and new partner in the acquisition of the recently revived Vibe Magazine this morning.  He talks with us about the Partnership’s plan to revive a new version of Vibe that is being dubbed internally as Vibe 2.0.  The talks of the acquisition swirled around the interwebs yesterday and was confirmed late in the day with minimal detail.  Wright discusses integration, the formation of a network of sites (referred to as  the Vibe Lifestyle Network), restructuring the business model, and plans to reshape the product back to its glory days and beyond with a more current spin.  He also gives us his thoughts on where Vibe went wrong stating “…Rolling Stone was trying to be more like Vibe while Vibe was trying to be more like The Source” (paraphrased). Former employees of Vibe are also encouraged to reapply and connect with new leadership via the website, Vibe.com, which they hope to have back up by the end of the week. This is Part 1 in a series of 3. tag:odeo.com,2009-08-12,24949571 Wed, 12 Aug 2009 09:11:36 -0700 no Black Web 2.0 podcast, News, Web 2.0, vibe, chris smith, quincy jones, uptown, vibe magazine, vibe.com, uptown magazine, David Koff, Parker McNaughton, Brett Wright, blackrock digital, Soul Train, Len Burnett, Leonard Burnett, Robert Miller, Intermedia Partners podcast Technology web Black new 2 0 http://odeo.com/episodes/24746245-Audio-Interview-with-President-of-Burrell-Digital-Don-Moore In episode # 17 of the Black Web 2.0 Show, we talk to Don Moore, President of Burrell Digital; the newly formed interactive division of Burrell Communications. Don is a media industry veteran. Prior to his new role at Burrell, Don served as Google’s Agency Team Lead for the Central and Western US where he was responsible for the management of all multicultural agencies in the US, as well as two of the country’s largest independent Agencies. Prior to joining Google, Moore was the VP of Multicultural Sales for The Citadel (formerly ABC) Radio Network. He also launched the nation’s first Hispanic radio network which has now become one of the most successful franchises in the Citadel network portfolio. During his career, Mr. Moore has also worked with Clear Channel Communications and Johnson & Johnson. In this interview we discussed Don’s new role as President of Burrell Digital. Don sheds light on Burrell Digital’s goals as well as the type of team he plans on bui... In episode # 17 of the Black Web 2.0 Show, we talk to Don Moore, President of Burrell Digital; the newly formed interactive division of Burrell Communications. Don is a media industry veteran. Prior to his new role at Burrell, Don served as Google’s Agency Team Lead for the Central and Western US where he was responsible for the management of all multicultural agencies in the US, as well as two of the country’s largest independent Agencies. Prior to joining Google, Moore was the VP of Multicultural Sales for The Citadel (formerly ABC) Radio Network. He also launched the nation’s first Hispanic radio network which has now become one of the most successful franchises in the Citadel network portfolio. During his career, Mr. Moore has also worked with Clear Channel Communications and Johnson & Johnson. In this interview we discussed Don’s new role as President of Burrell Digital. Don sheds light on Burrell Digital’s goals as well as the type of team he plans on building. Don also gives on information on how to partner with Burrell. Don also took out time to share his thoughts on the role mobile and social media will play in future campaigns as well as his philosophies on small to mid-size sites. Enjoy!! In episode # 17 of the Black Web 2.0 Show, we talk to Don Moore, President of Burrell Digital; the newly formed interactive division of Burrell Communications. Don is a media industry veteran. Prior to his new role at Burrell, Don served as Google’s Agency Team Lead for the Central and Western US where he was responsible for the management of all multicultural agencies in the US, as well as two of the country’s largest independent Agencies. Prior to joining Google, Moore was the VP of Multicultural Sales for The Citadel (formerly ABC) Radio Network. He also launched the nation’s first Hispanic radio network which has now become one of the most successful franchises in the Citadel network portfolio. During his career, Mr. Moore has also worked with Clear Channel Communications and Johnson & Johnson. In this interview we discussed Don’s new role as President of Burrell Digital. Don sheds light on Burrell Digital’s goals as well as the type of team he plans on building. Don also gives on information on how to partner with Burrell. Don also took out time to share his thoughts on the role mobile and social media will play in future campaigns as well as his philosophies on small to mid-size sites. Enjoy!! tag:odeo.com,2009-07-02,24746245 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 10:00:01 -0700 no Black Web 2.0 podcast, Web 2.0, digital media, burrell digital, don moore, Burrell Communications podcast Technology web Black new 2 0 http://odeo.com/episodes/24745827-VIBE-Shuts-Down-Today Global Grind and Gawker are reporting from unconfirmed sources that VIBE Magazine is shutting down today, an announcement is reportedly expected at 2pm today.  You may remember just a few weeks ago our podcast with Danyel Smith who was recently promoted to Chief Content Office of Vibe Media Group.  Vibe also recently announced a new magazine and accompanying website called The Most, though the magazine never quite moved past the one large image and Twitter account that the site launched with.  It is unclear if Vibe Media Group is folding or if the buzz coming in is regarding just Vibe Magazine. We’ll keep you posted. We’ve included the interview again below. Updated: Daily Finance is reporting from sources both inside Vibe and outside that the Magazine is ineed closing. Updated: Letter from former CEO of Vibe Media Group announcing closing via RapRadar Dear VIBE Team: It is with a heavy heart that I share some tough news, VMG is closing down effective today, June 30th. I... Global Grind and Gawker are reporting from unconfirmed sources that VIBE Magazine is shutting down today, an announcement is reportedly expected at 2pm today.  You may remember just a few weeks ago our podcast with Danyel Smith who was recently promoted to Chief Content Office of Vibe Media Group.  Vibe also recently announced a new magazine and accompanying website called The Most, though the magazine never quite moved past the one large image and Twitter account that the site launched with.  It is unclear if Vibe Media Group is folding or if the buzz coming in is regarding just Vibe Magazine. We’ll keep you posted. We’ve included the interview again below. Updated: Daily Finance is reporting from sources both inside Vibe and outside that the Magazine is ineed closing. Updated: Letter from former CEO of Vibe Media Group announcing closing via RapRadar Dear VIBE Team: It is with a heavy heart that I share some tough news, VMG is closing down effective today, June 30th. It’s been an 16 incredible years since VIBE’s inception. There are very few magazines with the richness of history and breadth of talented visionaries who created the powerful lens in which VIBE viewed and shaped urban music and culture. Ever since I first set foot in this courageous company, I’ve regarded myself as incredibly fortunate to be be involved with this remarkable brand and group of individuals whose performance has never been nothing short of outstanding. We finished 2008 in an improved position versus the prior year, and accomplished so much, including: * Editorial Awards * Editorial transformation into content dept * New Ad accounts being broken * The Most Mag Launch * Award winning re-design * Profitable digital operation * VIBE.com growth and improvements and programs such as  Best Rapper Ever,  #1 Stan, etc * Mobile VIBE  launch * Micro-site development Mostmag.com to start off. * V Sessions * Improved PR coverage Unfortunately, over the last several months, a confluence of events has obviously posed VMG to exceedingly serious challenges. * The collapse of the capital markets has impacted us greatly.  Over the past several months, we have actively pursued investment resources while working intensively with our bank to find a solution. But the deal market right now remains very poor and at the end of the day, the lack of investment resources to restructure the huge debt on our small company has made this outcome become a reality. * The print advertising collapse hit VIBE hard, especially as key ad categories like automotive and fashion, which represented the bulk of our top 10 advertisers, have stopped advertising or gone out of business. It’s also unfortunate that in a recession many companies reduce the multi-cultural campaigns. These facts, coupled with the continuing decline of the music industry not to mention the newsstand wholesaler consolidation in early 2009 all negatively impacted our business in a significant way. * The relentless economic situation has depressed our growth initiatives on the digital front. To be clear, VMG has made significant improvement in this part of our business, but not at the accelerated pace required to offset the devastating effects of the most severe recession in our lifetime and the accompanying print losses. I want to thank you all for your hard work and commitment, and for all of the adventures along the way. I’ll miss this place a lot, but I’ll miss you all and the magic you create. Vibe will be remembered as a shockingly brilliant content company that everyone can be proud of and I look forward with great excitement to all of future endeavors you all pursue. With great affection and respect – Steve Aaron former CEO of VIBE Media Group Global Grind and Gawker are reporting from unconfirmed sources that VIBE Magazine is shutting down today, an announcement is reportedly expected at 2pm today.  You may remember just a few weeks ago our podcast with Danyel Smith who was recently promoted to Chief Content Office of Vibe Media Group.  Vibe also recently announced a new magazine and accompanying website called The Most, though the magazine never quite moved past the one large image and Twitter account that the site launched with.  It is unclear if Vibe Media Group is folding or if the buzz coming in is regarding just Vibe Magazine. We’ll keep you posted. We’ve included the interview again below. Updated: Daily Finance is reporting from sources both inside Vibe and outside that the Magazine is ineed closing. Updated: Letter from former CEO of Vibe Media Group announcing closing via RapRadar Dear VIBE Team: It is with a heavy heart that I share some tough news, VMG is closing down effective today, June 30th. It’s been an 16 incredible years since VIBE’s inception. There are very few magazines with the richness of history and breadth of talented visionaries who created the powerful lens in which VIBE viewed and shaped urban music and culture. Ever since I first set foot in this courageous company, I’ve regarded myself as incredibly fortunate to be be involved with this remarkable brand and group of individuals whose performance has never been nothing short of outstanding. We finished 2008 in an improved position versus the prior year, and accomplished so much, including: * Editorial Awards * Editorial transformation into content dept * New Ad accounts being broken * The Most Mag Launch * Award winning re-design * Profitable digital operation * VIBE.com growth and improvements and programs such as  Best Rapper Ever,  #1 Stan, etc * Mobile VIBE  launch * Micro-site development Mostmag.com to start off. * V Sessions * Improved PR coverage Unfortunately, over the last several months, a confluence of events has obviously posed VMG to exceedingly serious challenges. * The collapse of the capital markets has impacted us greatly.  Over the past several months, we have actively pursued investment resources while working intensively with our bank to find a solution. But the deal market right now remains very poor and at the end of the day, the lack of investment resources to restructure the huge debt on our small company has made this outcome become a reality. * The print advertising collapse hit VIBE hard, especially as key ad categories like automotive and fashion, which represented the bulk of our top 10 advertisers, have stopped advertising or gone out of business. It’s also unfortunate that in a recession many companies reduce the multi-cultural campaigns. These facts, coupled with the continuing decline of the music industry not to mention the newsstand wholesaler consolidation in early 2009 all negatively impacted our business in a significant way. * The relentless economic situation has depressed our growth initiatives on the digital front. To be clear, VMG has made significant improvement in this part of our business, but not at the accelerated pace required to offset the devastating effects of the most severe recession in our lifetime and the accompanying print losses. I want to thank you all for your hard work and commitment, and for all of the adventures along the way. I’ll miss this place a lot, but I’ll miss you all and the magic you create. Vibe will be remembered as a shockingly brilliant content company that everyone can be proud of and I look forward with great excitement to all of future endeavors you all pursue. With great affection and respect – Steve Aaron former CEO of VIBE Media Group tag:odeo.com,2009-06-30,24745827 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 10:14:33 -0700 no Black Web 2.0 News, Web 2.0, vibe, the most, danyel smith, vibe media group podcast Technology web Black new 2 0 http://odeo.com/episodes/24745830-Audio-RapRadar-com-Founder-and-CEO-Elliott-Wilson In this edition of the Black Web 2.0 Show, I sit down with the Founder and CEO of RapRadar.com Elliott Wilson. Elliott boasts an impressive resume, spanning across nearly 20 years of monitoring and documenting Hip-Hop music and culture. Elliott’s career was jump started after he co-founded an independent magazine, Ego Trip, which subsequently morphed into successful books and television shows. Shortly after Ego Trip, Elliott became a music editor for The Source, and a rap/Beatbox editor and columnist for CMJ: New Music Journal. Just prior to launching RapRadar.com, Elliot served as  Editor-In-Chief of XXL Magazine and founding editor of XXLmag.com, as well as an executive producer of VH-1’s Ego Trip’s Miss Rap Supreme and Ego Trip’s The [White] Rapper Show. Elliott and I discussed a wide range of topics including the differences between print and online content production, his personal blogging style, his impressions of other the Hip-Hop blogs, as well as the controversy surro... In this edition of the Black Web 2.0 Show, I sit down with the Founder and CEO of RapRadar.com Elliott Wilson. Elliott boasts an impressive resume, spanning across nearly 20 years of monitoring and documenting Hip-Hop music and culture. Elliott’s career was jump started after he co-founded an independent magazine, Ego Trip, which subsequently morphed into successful books and television shows. Shortly after Ego Trip, Elliott became a music editor for The Source, and a rap/Beatbox editor and columnist for CMJ: New Music Journal. Just prior to launching RapRadar.com, Elliot served as  Editor-In-Chief of XXL Magazine and founding editor of XXLmag.com, as well as an executive producer of VH-1’s Ego Trip’s Miss Rap Supreme and Ego Trip’s The [White] Rapper Show. Elliott and I discussed a wide range of topics including the differences between print and online content production, his personal blogging style, his impressions of other the Hip-Hop blogs, as well as the controversy surrounding Vibe selecting RapRadar as one of the top 50 Hip Hop Blogs. Enjoy!! In this edition of the Black Web 2.0 Show, I sit down with the Founder and CEO of RapRadar.com Elliott Wilson. Elliott boasts an impressive resume, spanning across nearly 20 years of monitoring and documenting Hip-Hop music and culture. Elliott’s career was jump started after he co-founded an independent magazine, Ego Trip, which subsequently morphed into successful books and television shows. Shortly after Ego Trip, Elliott became a music editor for The Source, and a rap/Beatbox editor and columnist for CMJ: New Music Journal. Just prior to launching RapRadar.com, Elliot served as  Editor-In-Chief of XXL Magazine and founding editor of XXLmag.com, as well as an executive producer of VH-1’s Ego Trip’s Miss Rap Supreme and Ego Trip’s The [White] Rapper Show. Elliott and I discussed a wide range of topics including the differences between print and online content production, his personal blogging style, his impressions of other the Hip-Hop blogs, as well as the controversy surrounding Vibe selecting RapRadar as one of the top 50 Hip Hop Blogs. Enjoy!! tag:odeo.com,2009-06-25,24745830 Thu, 25 Jun 2009 10:00:33 -0700 no Black Web 2.0 podcast, Web 2.0, Blog, digital media, content podcast Technology web Black new 2 0 http://odeo.com/episodes/24719596-Audio-Interview-with-Vibe%E2%80%99s-Chief-Content-Officer-Danyel-Smith In this episode of the Black Web 2.0 Show, we sat down with Daynel Smith, Chief Content Officer of Vibe Media Group. Danyel joined VIBE in 1993 and was appointed music editor a year later. In 1996 Danyel became Editor-In-Chief of Vibe Media Group, serving until 1999.  Danyel returned to VIBE in 2006 as Editor-In-Chief, and in 2009 was promoted to Vibe’s Chief Content Officer. In this interview Danyel dicussed her new role as Chief Content Officer and Vibe’s newest project, TheMost Magazine, who’s first issue hit new stands last week, and TheMostmag.com which is a slated for a soft launch later this month. We discussed the subsequent events leading to the creation of TheMost, Vibe’s rational for creating the magazine in print format, as well as how TheMost will compare to Twitter as it relates to covering celebrity’s lifestyle. Enjoy!! In this episode of the Black Web 2.0 Show, we sat down with Daynel Smith, Chief Content Officer of Vibe Media Group. Danyel joined VIBE in 1993 and was appointed music editor a year later. In 1996 Danyel became Editor-In-Chief of Vibe Media Group, serving until 1999.  Danyel returned to VIBE in 2006 as Editor-In-Chief, and in 2009 was promoted to Vibe’s Chief Content Officer. In this interview Danyel dicussed her new role as Chief Content Officer and Vibe’s newest project, TheMost Magazine, who’s first issue hit new stands last week, and TheMostmag.com which is a slated for a soft launch later this month. We discussed the subsequent events leading to the creation of TheMost, Vibe’s rational for creating the magazine in print format, as well as how TheMost will compare to Twitter as it relates to covering celebrity’s lifestyle. Enjoy!! In this episode of the Black Web 2.0 Show, we sat down with Daynel Smith, Chief Content Officer of Vibe Media Group. Danyel joined VIBE in 1993 and was appointed music editor a year later. In 1996 Danyel became Editor-In-Chief of Vibe Media Group, serving until 1999.  Danyel returned to VIBE in 2006 as Editor-In-Chief, and in 2009 was promoted to Vibe’s Chief Content Officer. In this interview Danyel dicussed her new role as Chief Content Officer and Vibe’s newest project, TheMost Magazine, who’s first issue hit new stands last week, and TheMostmag.com which is a slated for a soft launch later this month. We discussed the subsequent events leading to the creation of TheMost, Vibe’s rational for creating the magazine in print format, as well as how TheMost will compare to Twitter as it relates to covering celebrity’s lifestyle. Enjoy!! tag:odeo.com,2009-06-17,24719596 Wed, 17 Jun 2009 07:06:12 -0700 no Black Web 2.0 Web 2.0, vibe, smith, the most, danyel, vibe magazine, themostmag.com, themost, vibe.com, danyel smith, themostmag podcast Technology web Black new 2 0 http://odeo.com/episodes/25348129-Bob-Johnson-Speaks-on-Urban-Television-Part-3 In part three (the final segment) of my interview with BET Founder and Entrepreneur Bob Johnson we discuss what inspires him as an entrepreneur, the first things he looks at when starting a new venture, and the possibility of an Internet division at RLJ Companies.  Part three is below, however feel free to catch-up with Part one and/or Part two from earlier in the week. As always let us know what you think . In part three (the final segment) of my interview with BET Founder and Entrepreneur Bob Johnson we discuss what inspires him as an entrepreneur, the first things he looks at when starting a new venture, and the possibility of an Internet division at RLJ Companies.  Part three is below, however feel free to catch-up with Part one and/or Part two from earlier in the week. As always let us know what you think . In part three (the final segment) of my interview with BET Founder and Entrepreneur Bob Johnson we discuss what inspires him as an entrepreneur, the first things he looks at when starting a new venture, and the possibility of an Internet division at RLJ Companies.  Part three is below, however feel free to catch-up with Part one and/or Part two from earlier in the week. As always let us know what you think . tag:odeo.com,2009-04-24,25348129 Fri, 24 Apr 2009 14:00:52 -0700 no Black Web 2.0 podcast, News, Web 2.0, Startups, Entrepreneurship, Bob Johnson, black web start-ups, Urban Television, RLJ Companies podcast Technology web Black new 2 0 http://odeo.com/episodes/24667048-Bob-Johnson-Speaks-on-Urban-Television-Part-3 In part three (the final segment) of my interview with BET Founder and Entrepreneur Bob Johnson we discuss what inspires him as an entrepreneur, the first things he looks at when starting a new venture, and the possibility of an Internet division at RLJ Companies.  Part three is below, however feel free to catch-up with Part one and/or Part two from earlier in the week. As always let us know what you think . In part three (the final segment) of my interview with BET Founder and Entrepreneur Bob Johnson we discuss what inspires him as an entrepreneur, the first things he looks at when starting a new venture, and the possibility of an Internet division at RLJ Companies.  Part three is below, however feel free to catch-up with Part one and/or Part two from earlier in the week. As always let us know what you think . In part three (the final segment) of my interview with BET Founder and Entrepreneur Bob Johnson we discuss what inspires him as an entrepreneur, the first things he looks at when starting a new venture, and the possibility of an Internet division at RLJ Companies.  Part three is below, however feel free to catch-up with Part one and/or Part two from earlier in the week. As always let us know what you think . tag:odeo.com,2009-04-24,24667048 Fri, 24 Apr 2009 13:00:52 -0700 no Black Web 2.0 podcast, News, Web 2.0, Startups, Entrepreneurship, Bob Johnson, black web start-ups, Urban Television, RLJ Companies podcast Technology web Black new 2 0 http://odeo.com/episodes/24667049-Bob-Johnson-Speaks-on-Urban-Television-Part-2 In part two of my interview with BET Founder and Entrepreneur Bob Johnson we discuss the State of Black Media, Point of You (the web component to Urban Television), building value in a company first versus finding a business model, and why he considers bootstrapping pioneering.  Part two is below, you can check out Part one from earlier in the week here. Let us know what you think and stay tuned for the rest of the interview. In part two of my interview with BET Founder and Entrepreneur Bob Johnson we discuss the State of Black Media, Point of You (the web component to Urban Television), building value in a company first versus finding a business model, and why he considers bootstrapping pioneering.  Part two is below, you can check out Part one from earlier in the week here. Let us know what you think and stay tuned for the rest of the interview. In part two of my interview with BET Founder and Entrepreneur Bob Johnson we discuss the State of Black Media, Point of You (the web component to Urban Television), building value in a company first versus finding a business model, and why he considers bootstrapping pioneering.  Part two is below, you can check out Part one from earlier in the week here. Let us know what you think and stay tuned for the rest of the interview. tag:odeo.com,2009-04-23,24667049 Thu, 23 Apr 2009 11:00:28 -0700 no Black Web 2.0 podcast, News, Web 2.0, Startups, Entrepreneurship, user generated content, Bob Johnson, Bootstrapping, Urban Television, Point of You, The State of Black Media podcast Technology web Black new 2 0 http://odeo.com/episodes/24667052-Bob-Johnson-Speaks-on-Urban-Television-Part-1 I had the chance to sit down with BET founder and entrepreneur, Bob Johnson to discuss a range of topics including his latest venture Urban Television. Bob and I talked about the fundamental differences between BET and Urban Television, in particularly the way programs will be vetted and scheduled. In addition to Urban Television, we also discussed his utilization of streaming video at the Charlotte Jumper Classic as well as entrepreneurship and his experiences at BET. The interview has been broken up into 3 segments. Part one is below let us know what you think and stay tuned for the rest of the interview. I had the chance to sit down with BET founder and entrepreneur, Bob Johnson to discuss a range of topics including his latest venture Urban Television. Bob and I talked about the fundamental differences between BET and Urban Television, in particularly the way programs will be vetted and scheduled. In addition to Urban Television, we also discussed his utilization of streaming video at the Charlotte Jumper Classic as well as entrepreneurship and his experiences at BET. The interview has been broken up into 3 segments. Part one is below let us know what you think and stay tuned for the rest of the interview. I had the chance to sit down with BET founder and entrepreneur, Bob Johnson to discuss a range of topics including his latest venture Urban Television. Bob and I talked about the fundamental differences between BET and Urban Television, in particularly the way programs will be vetted and scheduled. In addition to Urban Television, we also discussed his utilization of streaming video at the Charlotte Jumper Classic as well as entrepreneurship and his experiences at BET. The interview has been broken up into 3 segments. Part one is below let us know what you think and stay tuned for the rest of the interview. tag:odeo.com,2009-04-21,24667052 Tue, 21 Apr 2009 09:02:04 -0700 no Black Web 2.0 podcast, Web 2.0, Entrepreneurship, digital media, user generated content, diversity, Bob Johnson, Urban Television, charlotte jumper classic podcast Technology web Black new 2 0 http://odeo.com/episodes/23495814-Interview-with-Michael-Seibel-CEO-of-Justin-tv In this episode of the Black Web 2.0 Show, we sat down with Michael Seibel CEO of Justin.tv. Michael, one the few black CEOs in Silicon Valley, co-founded Justin.tv in 2006 along side his good friends Justin Kan, Emmett Shear, and Kyle Vogt. Justin.tv started in 2007 when co-founder Justin Kan decided to live stream his life online 24/7 through a cap retrofitted with a camera. Justin.tv has since evolved into a network of diverse channels providing a platform for live video streaming of events online. In this interview we discussed, Michael Brooklyn upbringing, and his subsequent move to the west coast. We also talked about Michael’s entrance into fundraising, as well as his life as a black CEO in Silicon Valley. We also took this opportunity to discuss current economic crisis, and its effects on Silicon Valley. Enjoy!! In this episode of the Black Web 2.0 Show, we sat down with Michael Seibel CEO of Justin.tv. Michael, one the few black CEOs in Silicon Valley, co-founded Justin.tv in 2006 along side his good friends Justin Kan, Emmett Shear, and Kyle Vogt. Justin.tv started in 2007 when co-founder Justin Kan decided to live stream his life online 24/7 through a cap retrofitted with a camera. Justin.tv has since evolved into a network of diverse channels providing a platform for live video streaming of events online. In this interview we discussed, Michael Brooklyn upbringing, and his subsequent move to the west coast. We also talked about Michael’s entrance into fundraising, as well as his life as a black CEO in Silicon Valley. We also took this opportunity to discuss current economic crisis, and its effects on Silicon Valley. Enjoy!! In this episode of the Black Web 2.0 Show, we sat down with Michael Seibel CEO of Justin.tv. Michael, one the few black CEOs in Silicon Valley, co-founded Justin.tv in 2006 along side his good friends Justin Kan, Emmett Shear, and Kyle Vogt. Justin.tv started in 2007 when co-founder Justin Kan decided to live stream his life online 24/7 through a cap retrofitted with a camera. Justin.tv has since evolved into a network of diverse channels providing a platform for live video streaming of events online. In this interview we discussed, Michael Brooklyn upbringing, and his subsequent move to the west coast. We also talked about Michael’s entrance into fundraising, as well as his life as a black CEO in Silicon Valley. We also took this opportunity to discuss current economic crisis, and its effects on Silicon Valley. Enjoy!! tag:odeo.com,2008-10-16,23495814 Thu, 16 Oct 2008 08:15:15 -0700 no Black Web 2.0 podcast, Interview, Web 2.0, silicon valley, Economic Crisis, michael seibel, black ceo, seibel podcast Technology web Black new 2 0 http://odeo.com/episodes/23388449-GNMulticultral-Strategizes Aside from all the many “quick questions” Markus and I had :), Gorilla Nation CEO Aaron Broder recently spoke with us and expanded on what GNMulticultral’s strategy is, how they are different from BET’s Ad Network and what “exclusive” really means in an advertising relationship.  Some good stuff in here if you are thinking of joining an ad network as part of your monetization strategy. Aside from all the many “quick questions” Markus and I had :), Gorilla Nation CEO Aaron Broder recently spoke with us and expanded on what GNMulticultral’s strategy is, how they are different from BET’s Ad Network and what “exclusive” really means in an advertising relationship.  Some good stuff in here if you are thinking of joining an ad network as part of your monetization strategy. Aside from all the many “quick questions” Markus and I had :), Gorilla Nation CEO Aaron Broder recently spoke with us and expanded on what GNMulticultral’s strategy is, how they are different from BET’s Ad Network and what “exclusive” really means in an advertising relationship.  Some good stuff in here if you are thinking of joining an ad network as part of your monetization strategy. tag:odeo.com,2008-09-23,23388449 Tue, 23 Sep 2008 06:39:14 -0700 no Black Web 2.0 podcast, Web 2.0, strategy, GNMulticultural, BET Ad Network, Aaron Broder, Gorilla Nation podcast Technology web Black new 2 0 http://odeo.com/episodes/23339570-Karrine-Steffans-dishes-on-Social-Media In Episode #9 of the Black Web 2.0 Show we interview Karrine Steffans, author of the New York Time best selling books Confessions of a Video Vixen and The Vixen Diaries. Karrine has just completed her third book entitled Vixen Manual a book about love, sex and relationships through the eyes of a woman, slated for release release July 2009. We sat down with Karrine to discuss her business and web technology strategies, including her unique use of Twitter, her social network aligned with the release and subsequent chapters of her newest book, as well as her thoughts on Black Blogs and their relationships with other news publications. Note:  Karrine agreed to interview with us after we removed the use of her moniker in a past article spotlighting her recent use of Twitter. Enjoy In Episode #9 of the Black Web 2.0 Show we interview Karrine Steffans, author of the New York Time best selling books Confessions of a Video Vixen and The Vixen Diaries. Karrine has just completed her third book entitled Vixen Manual a book about love, sex and relationships through the eyes of a woman, slated for release release July 2009. We sat down with Karrine to discuss her business and web technology strategies, including her unique use of Twitter, her social network aligned with the release and subsequent chapters of her newest book, as well as her thoughts on Black Blogs and their relationships with other news publications. Note:  Karrine agreed to interview with us after we removed the use of her moniker in a past article spotlighting her recent use of Twitter. Enjoy In Episode #9 of the Black Web 2.0 Show we interview Karrine Steffans, author of the New York Time best selling books Confessions of a Video Vixen and The Vixen Diaries. Karrine has just completed her third book entitled Vixen Manual a book about love, sex and relationships through the eyes of a woman, slated for release release July 2009. We sat down with Karrine to discuss her business and web technology strategies, including her unique use of Twitter, her social network aligned with the release and subsequent chapters of her newest book, as well as her thoughts on Black Blogs and their relationships with other news publications. Note:  Karrine agreed to interview with us after we removed the use of her moniker in a past article spotlighting her recent use of Twitter. Enjoy tag:odeo.com,2008-09-12,23339570 Fri, 12 Sep 2008 08:38:00 -0700 no Black Web 2.0 podcast, Web 2.0, black web 2.0, karrine steffans, Vixen Manual, karrine.com, karrine, The Vixen Diaries, Confessions of a Video Vixen podcast Technology web Black new 2 0 http://odeo.com/episodes/23123804-Black-Web-2-0-Show-Interview-with-Omar-Wasow-Co-founder-of-BlackPlanet-com-and-Product-Strategist-for-TheRoot-com In Episode # 8 of the Black Web 2.0 Show we speak with Omar Wasow co-founder of BlackPlanet.com and Product Strategist for the TheRoot.com. Omar is pursuing a doctorate in African American studies and political science at Harvard University. In addition to his graduate work, Omar is the co-founder of BlackPlanet.com. Under Omar’s leadership BlackPlanet.com became the leading site for African Americans, reaching over three million people a month. Omar currently serves as the Product Strategist for The Root.com. In this interview we discussed Omar’s start in technology, his successful strategies as co-founder of Black Planet.com and his newest role as Product Strategist for TheRoot.com Enjoy!! In Episode # 8 of the Black Web 2.0 Show we speak with Omar Wasow co-founder of BlackPlanet.com and Product Strategist for the TheRoot.com. Omar is pursuing a doctorate in African American studies and political science at Harvard University. In addition to his graduate work, Omar is the co-founder of BlackPlanet.com. Under Omar’s leadership BlackPlanet.com became the leading site for African Americans, reaching over three million people a month. Omar currently serves as the Product Strategist for The Root.com. In this interview we discussed Omar’s start in technology, his successful strategies as co-founder of Black Planet.com and his newest role as Product Strategist for TheRoot.com Enjoy!! In Episode # 8 of the Black Web 2.0 Show we speak with Omar Wasow co-founder of BlackPlanet.com and Product Strategist for the TheRoot.com. Omar is pursuing a doctorate in African American studies and political science at Harvard University. In addition to his graduate work, Omar is the co-founder of BlackPlanet.com. Under Omar’s leadership BlackPlanet.com became the leading site for African Americans, reaching over three million people a month. Omar currently serves as the Product Strategist for The Root.com. In this interview we discussed Omar’s start in technology, his successful strategies as co-founder of Black Planet.com and his newest role as Product Strategist for TheRoot.com Enjoy!! tag:odeo.com,2008-07-29,23123804 Tue, 29 Jul 2008 04:00:22 -0700 no Black Web 2.0 podcast, Black, omar, the root, wasow, theroot, omar wasow, BlackPlanet, black planet podcast Technology web Black new 2 0 http://odeo.com/episodes/22602719-Black-Web-2-0-Show-Interview-with-Chuck-Creekmur-and-Greg-Watkins-Founders-of-Allhiphop-com-Audio In Episode # 8 of the Black Web 2.0 Show we speak with Chuck Creekmur and Greg Watkins founders of Allhiphop.com. Coined as the “CNN of Hip Hop News”, Allhiphop (AHH) is number source of for all things Hip Hop. With an average of 5 million visitors and over 100 million impressions monthly, AHH has been a constant force in hip hop since its launch in 1998. AHH features daily updates, interviews, reviews and a fast growing community, sharing news and views of their own. Sources as varied as CNN, The Associated Press, The O’Reilly Factor, XXL Magazine, VIBE and the New York Daily News all regularly use AllHipHop.com’s pages. The site has also been an innovator in the mobile field, delivering daily news alerts to over 300,000 music industry taste makers and Hip-Hop lovers’ phones and emails. The AllHipHop.com founders maintain 100% African American ownership and are often vocal authorities in urban critiques and industry analysis. In our interview, Chuck and Greg discu... In Episode # 8 of the Black Web 2.0 Show we speak with Chuck Creekmur and Greg Watkins founders of Allhiphop.com. Coined as the “CNN of Hip Hop News”, Allhiphop (AHH) is number source of for all things Hip Hop. With an average of 5 million visitors and over 100 million impressions monthly, AHH has been a constant force in hip hop since its launch in 1998. AHH features daily updates, interviews, reviews and a fast growing community, sharing news and views of their own. Sources as varied as CNN, The Associated Press, The O’Reilly Factor, XXL Magazine, VIBE and the New York Daily News all regularly use AllHipHop.com’s pages. The site has also been an innovator in the mobile field, delivering daily news alerts to over 300,000 music industry taste makers and Hip-Hop lovers’ phones and emails. The AllHipHop.com founders maintain 100% African American ownership and are often vocal authorities in urban critiques and industry analysis. In our interview, Chuck and Greg discussed their impending deal with Interactive One, share some insight on how they continue to stay on top of their business, and talked about some of the technology that most interest them amongst other things. Enjoy! In Episode # 8 of the Black Web 2.0 Show we speak with Chuck Creekmur and Greg Watkins founders of Allhiphop.com. Coined as the “CNN of Hip Hop News”, Allhiphop (AHH) is number source of for all things Hip Hop. With an average of 5 million visitors and over 100 million impressions monthly, AHH has been a constant force in hip hop since its launch in 1998. AHH features daily updates, interviews, reviews and a fast growing community, sharing news and views of their own. Sources as varied as CNN, The Associated Press, The O’Reilly Factor, XXL Magazine, VIBE and the New York Daily News all regularly use AllHipHop.com’s pages. The site has also been an innovator in the mobile field, delivering daily news alerts to over 300,000 music industry taste makers and Hip-Hop lovers’ phones and emails. The AllHipHop.com founders maintain 100% African American ownership and are often vocal authorities in urban critiques and industry analysis. In our interview, Chuck and Greg discussed their impending deal with Interactive One, share some insight on how they continue to stay on top of their business, and talked about some of the technology that most interest them amongst other things. Enjoy! tag:odeo.com,2008-06-11,22602719 Wed, 11 Jun 2008 08:56:06 -0700 no Black Web 2.0 podcast, digital media, black web 2.0 show, allhiphop, chuck creekmur, Hip-Hop 2.0, interactive one, chuck and greg, allhiphop.com, greg watkins, ahh podcast Technology web Black new 2 0 http://odeo.com/episodes/22600200-Black-Web-2-0-Show-Interview-with-Clarence-Wooten-CEO-of-CollectiveX In episode # 6 of the Black Web 2.0 Show, I speak with serial entrepreneur Clarence Wooten. The creator of 4 start-ups Clarence’s newest venture, Collective X, was described by Michael Arrington of Techcrunch as “the way LinkedIn should’ve been done in the first place”. CollectiveX is a group collaboration system which mixes the social networking capabilities of LinkedIn with the intranet features of Windows Share Point Services. CollectiveX features include built-in calendaring, discussion boards, file and media sharing. In 1994 to early 1998, Clarence ran Metamorphosis Studios, Inc., a multimedia and Web design firm. Metamorphosis Studios was acquired in 1998 by MediSolv, Inc. In 1998 Clarence founded ImageCafe.com, a leading e-commerce website solution. With less than $1 million in capital raised, Clarence sold ImageCafe to Network Solutions/VeriSign for more than $20 million. Prior to starting his most recent venture, Clarence was managing partner of Wooten Ven... In episode # 6 of the Black Web 2.0 Show, I speak with serial entrepreneur Clarence Wooten. The creator of 4 start-ups Clarence’s newest venture, Collective X, was described by Michael Arrington of Techcrunch as “the way LinkedIn should’ve been done in the first place”. CollectiveX is a group collaboration system which mixes the social networking capabilities of LinkedIn with the intranet features of Windows Share Point Services. CollectiveX features include built-in calendaring, discussion boards, file and media sharing. In 1994 to early 1998, Clarence ran Metamorphosis Studios, Inc., a multimedia and Web design firm. Metamorphosis Studios was acquired in 1998 by MediSolv, Inc. In 1998 Clarence founded ImageCafe.com, a leading e-commerce website solution. With less than $1 million in capital raised, Clarence sold ImageCafe to Network Solutions/VeriSign for more than $20 million. Prior to starting his most recent venture, Clarence was managing partner of Wooten Ventures, an angel investment firm providing seed funding and guidance for entrepreneurs building innovative businesses. Clarence and I discussed a range of topics including CollectiveX, the business of start-ups, and tips on leading a successful start-up. Download File Here You can also join the Black Web 2.0 Collective X Group Site here. In episode # 6 of the Black Web 2.0 Show, I speak with serial entrepreneur Clarence Wooten. The creator of 4 start-ups Clarence’s newest venture, Collective X, was described by Michael Arrington of Techcrunch as “the way LinkedIn should’ve been done in the first place”. CollectiveX is a group collaboration system which mixes the social networking capabilities of LinkedIn with the intranet features of Windows Share Point Services. CollectiveX features include built-in calendaring, discussion boards, file and media sharing. In 1994 to early 1998, Clarence ran Metamorphosis Studios, Inc., a multimedia and Web design firm. Metamorphosis Studios was acquired in 1998 by MediSolv, Inc. In 1998 Clarence founded ImageCafe.com, a leading e-commerce website solution. With less than $1 million in capital raised, Clarence sold ImageCafe to Network Solutions/VeriSign for more than $20 million. Prior to starting his most recent venture, Clarence was managing partner of Wooten Ventures, an angel investment firm providing seed funding and guidance for entrepreneurs building innovative businesses. Clarence and I discussed a range of topics including CollectiveX, the business of start-ups, and tips on leading a successful start-up. Download File Here You can also join the Black Web 2.0 Collective X Group Site here. tag:odeo.com,2008-04-21,22600200 Mon, 21 Apr 2008 09:00:06 -0700 no Black Web 2.0 podcast, Web 2.0, black web 2.0, image cafe, Launches, web startup, clarence wooten, blackweb, black web 2.0 show, groupsite, collectivex podcast Technology web Black new 2 0 http://odeo.com/episodes/22600201-Interview-with-Johnny-Taylor-CEO-of-Black-Web-Enterprises In the fifth episode of the Black Web 2.0 Show I sat down with Johnny Taylor President and CEO of Black Web Enterprises (BWE) IAC’s Black community-focused division. BWE is slated to launch its first site Rushmore Drive April 10th. Tech Tags: bwe, iac, black web enterprises, rushmore, rushmore drive, johnny taylor, RushmoreDrive, Barry Diller In the fifth episode of the Black Web 2.0 Show I sat down with Johnny Taylor President and CEO of Black Web Enterprises (BWE) IAC’s Black community-focused division. BWE is slated to launch its first site Rushmore Drive April 10th. Tech Tags: bwe, iac, black web enterprises, rushmore, rushmore drive, johnny taylor, RushmoreDrive, Barry Diller In the fifth episode of the Black Web 2.0 Show I sat down with Johnny Taylor President and CEO of Black Web Enterprises (BWE) IAC’s Black community-focused division. BWE is slated to launch its first site Rushmore Drive April 10th. Tech Tags: bwe, iac, black web enterprises, rushmore, rushmore drive, johnny taylor, RushmoreDrive, Barry Diller tag:odeo.com,2008-03-08,22600201 Sat, 08 Mar 2008 14:31:18 -0800 no Black Web 2.0 podcast, Web 2.0, digital media podcast Technology web Black new 2 0 http://odeo.com/episodes/22600202-Interview-with-Denmark-West-President-of-Digital-Media-BET-Ad-Network In the fourth episode of the Black Web 2.0 Show we sit down with Denmark West, President of Digital Media, BET Ad Network. Denmark’s bio includes degrees from Harvard, and experiences in a wide range of positions with companies such as MTV Networks, Microsoft, and Goldman Sachs. We used our time with Denmark to discuss BET Ad Network’s mission, publishers and publishing criteria. We also discussed the value of the African-American conversation. If you would like to join the BET Ad Network send an email to: publisher(at)betadnetwork.com, or view the website for more information. Enjoy! In the fourth episode of the Black Web 2.0 Show we sit down with Denmark West, President of Digital Media, BET Ad Network. Denmark’s bio includes degrees from Harvard, and experiences in a wide range of positions with companies such as MTV Networks, Microsoft, and Goldman Sachs. We used our time with Denmark to discuss BET Ad Network’s mission, publishers and publishing criteria. We also discussed the value of the African-American conversation. If you would like to join the BET Ad Network send an email to: publisher(at)betadnetwork.com, or view the website for more information. Enjoy! In the fourth episode of the Black Web 2.0 Show we sit down with Denmark West, President of Digital Media, BET Ad Network. Denmark’s bio includes degrees from Harvard, and experiences in a wide range of positions with companies such as MTV Networks, Microsoft, and Goldman Sachs. We used our time with Denmark to discuss BET Ad Network’s mission, publishers and publishing criteria. We also discussed the value of the African-American conversation. If you would like to join the BET Ad Network send an email to: publisher(at)betadnetwork.com, or view the website for more information. Enjoy! tag:odeo.com,2008-02-26,22600202 Tue, 26 Feb 2008 20:04:42 -0800 no Black Web 2.0 podcast, digital media podcast Technology web Black new 2 0 http://odeo.com/episodes/22600203-Interview-with-Navarrow-Wright-CEO-of-Global-Grind In the third episode of the Black Web 2.0 Show we talk to Navarrow Wright CEO of GlobalGrind.com. Navarrow shares his personal experiences , addresses the changes in GG’s business model and discusses the future of Global Grind. iTunes subscriptions to the Black Web 2.0 Show are available and an archive of all podcasts will appear under the podcast category of our site. Tech Tags: podcast navarrow wright ceo global+grind globalgrind globalgrind.com In the third episode of the Black Web 2.0 Show we talk to Navarrow Wright CEO of GlobalGrind.com. Navarrow shares his personal experiences , addresses the changes in GG’s business model and discusses the future of Global Grind. iTunes subscriptions to the Black Web 2.0 Show are available and an archive of all podcasts will appear under the podcast category of our site. Tech Tags: podcast navarrow wright ceo global+grind globalgrind globalgrind.com In the third episode of the Black Web 2.0 Show we talk to Navarrow Wright CEO of GlobalGrind.com. Navarrow shares his personal experiences , addresses the changes in GG’s business model and discusses the future of Global Grind. iTunes subscriptions to the Black Web 2.0 Show are available and an archive of all podcasts will appear under the podcast category of our site. Tech Tags: podcast navarrow wright ceo global+grind globalgrind globalgrind.com tag:odeo.com,2008-01-30,22600203 Wed, 30 Jan 2008 16:04:41 -0800 no Black Web 2.0 podcast, Web 2.0 podcast Technology web Black new 2 0 http://odeo.com/episodes/22600204-Interview-with-Tariq-Muhammad-Director-of-AOL-Black-Voices In the second episode of our new series of podcasts, we talk with the very enlighting Tariq Muhammad, Director of AOL Black Voices. AOL Black Voices is the No. 1 website for black news, entertainment, culture and community with over 4.3 million monthly uniques visitors. In this interview we discussed, Tariq’s new role as Director of AOL Black Voices, his previous tenure at Black Enterprises, and his foray into the world of web startup. iTunes subscriptions to the podcast are available, and an archive of all podcasts will appear under the podcast category of our site. Enjoy! Tech Tags: podcast, interview, Tariq Muhammad, AOL Black Voices, blackvoices.aol.com, blackvoices In the second episode of our new series of podcasts, we talk with the very enlighting Tariq Muhammad, Director of AOL Black Voices. AOL Black Voices is the No. 1 website for black news, entertainment, culture and community with over 4.3 million monthly uniques visitors. In this interview we discussed, Tariq’s new role as Director of AOL Black Voices, his previous tenure at Black Enterprises, and his foray into the world of web startup. iTunes subscriptions to the podcast are available, and an archive of all podcasts will appear under the podcast category of our site. Enjoy! Tech Tags: podcast, interview, Tariq Muhammad, AOL Black Voices, blackvoices.aol.com, blackvoices In the second episode of our new series of podcasts, we talk with the very enlighting Tariq Muhammad, Director of AOL Black Voices. AOL Black Voices is the No. 1 website for black news, entertainment, culture and community with over 4.3 million monthly uniques visitors. In this interview we discussed, Tariq’s new role as Director of AOL Black Voices, his previous tenure at Black Enterprises, and his foray into the world of web startup. iTunes subscriptions to the podcast are available, and an archive of all podcasts will appear under the podcast category of our site. Enjoy! Tech Tags: podcast, interview, Tariq Muhammad, AOL Black Voices, blackvoices.aol.com, blackvoices tag:odeo.com,2007-11-20,22600204 Tue, 20 Nov 2007 07:11:47 -0800 no Black Web 2.0 podcast, Web 2.0, digital media podcast Technology web Black new 2 0 http://odeo.com/episodes/22600205-Interview-with-Rocky-Williform-CEO-of-StreetCred-com Black Web 2.0 sits down with Rocky Williform, CEO of StreetCred Media Group. StreetCred is a new social network and mobile distribution channel, targeting the hip hop culture. In this podcast we discuss StreetCred’s unique features, business model, and funding sources. Check out BlackWeb20 on StreetCred.com. Feel free to join our squad. Time: 33 min 27 secs Listen Now in this post or listen in Quicktime: Tech Tags: podcast, interview, Rocky Williform, CEO streetcreed, streetcred.com, streetcred, social+networking Black Web 2.0 sits down with Rocky Williform, CEO of StreetCred Media Group. StreetCred is a new social network and mobile distribution channel, targeting the hip hop culture. In this podcast we discuss StreetCred’s unique features, business model, and funding sources. Check out BlackWeb20 on StreetCred.com. Feel free to join our squad. Time: 33 min 27 secs Listen Now in this post or listen in Quicktime: Tech Tags: podcast, interview, Rocky Williform, CEO streetcreed, streetcred.com, streetcred, social+networking Black Web 2.0 sits down with Rocky Williform, CEO of StreetCred Media Group. StreetCred is a new social network and mobile distribution channel, targeting the hip hop culture. In this podcast we discuss StreetCred’s unique features, business model, and funding sources. Check out BlackWeb20 on StreetCred.com. Feel free to join our squad. Time: 33 min 27 secs Listen Now in this post or listen in Quicktime: Tech Tags: podcast, interview, Rocky Williform, CEO streetcreed, streetcred.com, streetcred, social+networking tag:odeo.com,2007-10-02,22600205 Tue, 02 Oct 2007 13:33:41 -0700 no Black Web 2.0 podcast, Web 2.0, Social networking podcast Technology web Black new 2 0