Social Studies Show

On this episode of the Social Studies Show, we have Omari McNeil — Associate Director of Content Partnerships at Canvas Worldwide for Genesis Motors America. Omari works at the intersection of luxury, culture, and multi-platform storytelling — helping shape how Genesis shows up across television, digital, social, and experiential spaces. Working inside luxury advertising, Omari takes us through th...

"Today on The Social Studies Show, we're digging into how culture, creativity, and commerce intersect inside experiential marketing, gaming, music, and action sports. Our guest, Bryan Reid, has spent 15+ years shaping global brand moments for names like Call of Duty, adidas, Burton, Xbox, Pretty Lights, Tony Hawk Pro Skater, and more. From DE&I work inside Activision to launching community-driven...

Today on The Social Studies Show , we're exploring how culture, creativity, and commerce intersect to shape opportunity in music, sports, and advertising. Our guest, Olukoya Davis , has spent over 20 years building bridges between culture and commerce — helping artists, athletes, and brands tell stories that move people and markets. Currently, he is Senior Director of  West Coast Sales at Vevo , w...

The Social Studies Show: Breaking Into Entertainment Photography In this episode, we're diving deep into the world of entertainment photography — not just the hype, but the how. I've been to the panels, scrolled through the think pieces, and watched the rise of online photo coaches. But what's often missing is a real-world breakdown of what entertainment photography actually takes — the different...

Germany Lancaster is an Art Director, creative strategist, and all-around idea machine. She's worked with some of the biggest brands—Toyota, Lululemon, Microsoft—bringing bold visuals and culture-forward storytelling to life. From ad campaigns to passion projects like Black Girl Beach Day, Germany's all about making creative work that actually means something. She's also big on mentorship, helping...

Welcome to The Social Studies Show, where we dive deep into the intersection of advertising, culture, and creative careers. Today's guest is Jason Brown—a visionary marketing executive, cultural curator, and champion for the next generation. With over two decades of experience at the crossroads of sports, media, entertainment, and technology, Jason has become an expert of innovation and cultural r...

On this episode of the Social Studies Show! Today, we're thrilled to introduce David Mesfin - a visionary Creative Director at Innocean, specializing in automotive campaigns for Genesis, Hyundai, and Kia.  With over 15 years of expertise, he has orchestrated award-winning campaigns for major events like the Super Bowl, FIFA, and the NFL, launched global brands, and directed the acclaimed documenta...

This episode of the Social Studies Show offers a behind-the-scenes look with Photographer / Director - Stan Evans stanevansphoto.com and the real-world challenges of executing high-stakes billboard campaigns and video productions. In a field crowded with photo coaching programs and online resources, the show stands out by focusing on practical lessons and personal stories relatable to creative pro...

Welcome to another exciting episode of the Social Studies show! Today, we are thrilled to introduce our special guest, Fred Sands IV, an exceptionally talented Art Director and Graphic Designer hailing from the vibrant city of New York. Fred Sands, IV has an impressive background, having served as the Design & Production Coordinator at PAPER Magazine, where he honed his creative skills to perfecti...

In this episode, we're thrilled to introduce you to Reggie Casagrande, an integrated marketing powerhouse whose expertise in brand development, strategy, and digital communications is nothing short of awe-inspiring. With over a decade of experience under her belt, Reggie has carved a unique path in the industry, leaving an indelible mark on culture, entertainment, and sports marketing. What sets R...

The second part of Amy V. Cooper's Social Studies Show dives into the details of the  photography business. She gives a window to the perspective of creatives looking to get their work out to brands as well as working through the ethics of finding the right clients and partners. Amy brings over 25 years of experience in the photography industry to the show. She presents compelling insights in an e...

On this episode of the Social Studies Show we have AMY V. Cooper. Amy is a photography consultant, creative business mentor, marketing strategist, thought partner, and mindset coach with over 25 years of experience in the photography industry. She has worked as a photographer agent, advertising agency art buyer, and entertainment & magazine photo editor. Amy has hired photographers to shoot campai...

On this episode of the Social Studies Show we have Samira Jackson - Account Executive at Art Machine in Hollywood, - Samira has made her way through the ranks working on award winning campaigns Like BlackKKKLansman with Gravillis and taking insights from Spike Lee.  On her rise in the entertainment industry she navigated the career path at Leroy and Rose, Cold Open and Ignition. Positivity and cul...

On this episode of the Social Studies Show we have Toby Kaufmann - The Creative Director of the Facebook App. She is also the Creative Director of Pur·suit, a digital archive and deck of playing cards re-imagining Catherine Opie's seminal work from the 90's, in collaboration with artist Naima Green. In 2020, she curated a show of Naima's work at Fotografiska in NYC. Before she moved west for Faceb...

Keith Hodges' journey to fitness was an unusual one . He got his start by experimenting on himself and transitioned to working with weight loss clients. In this episode of the Social Studies Show he talks about the effects of advertising health within diverse communities and bringing that process to action through procedure in unique training methods. A graduate of Indiana University's School of K...

SANJA KOMLJENOVIC Founder & CEO of ONA CREATIVE began her career in digital marketing with the Los Angeles Clippers and was recruited by Nike. The day after leaving Nike, they hired her as a contractor. This "accidentally" led to more collaborative work and the launch of her creative agency, ONA, developed with a focus on initiatives that move the world forward in women's rights, sports, culture,...

Terence Lester is a storyteller, public scholar, speaker, community activist, and author who is the founder and Executive Director at Love Beyond Walls a nonprofit organization focused on raising poverty and homelessness awareness and community mobilization. He's known for nationwide campaigns that bring awareness to homelessness, poverty, and economic inequality. His awareness campaigns have been...

As Winter approaches we have an appropriate guest to discuss winter fashion  and diversity in the marketplace. For this episode of the Social Studies Show we have Eric Tung CEO of Fera Ski Brand.  A minority owned, female founded, LGBTQ+ led apparel company that is extremely rare in the outdoor space.   Sharing a love of fashion and winter sports Eric and I developed a friendship as we are both on...

Val Harvey shares her journey into the entertainment industry as a Hair and Makeup Artist working in Hollywood. Her clients are a who's who of the studios - Disney, ABC, FOX TV and HBO have her on speed dial. Her career in makeup ten years ago starting out at Neiman Marcus in Beverly Hills. Early on, Val has been sought out by celebrities, photographers and studios because of the high quality imag...

 Kortel Autrey is a Hollywood Stuntman that is on the rise! You've seen his work in Straight out of Compton, Bad Boys for Life, Gemini Man, Charm City Kings, Fast and Furious - Hobbies and Shaw, commercials, awards shows and music videos.  This all comes from humble beginnings and the desire to create a better life.  In this episode we discuss his journey originating in the inner-city of Los Angel...

Karin Kildow has spent her career focused on helping professional athletes and mission-based brands leverage their social platforms to change the world and impact the causes they care about. Over the last 10 years, she has created social strategies for brands including Beyond Meat , UNINTERRUPTED /The Springhill Company,  More Than A Vote,  HBO's The Shop, NFL, and Red Bull.    Additionally, she c...

Andrew Alexander King is an African American Explorer but beyond climbing, surfing and diving he is investigating culture, business and philosophy in a unique way through his Between Worlds project. Fresh off his climb to Denali and our first in person interview for The Social Studies Show since the pandemic hit, Andrew shares his perspective of what the outdoors brings him (secret hint - joy, med...

Jeff Staple is the latest guest on the Social Studies Show.  A creative visionary with work encompassing creative direction, fashion design, footwear design, and brand marketing. He has been a driving force in defining what streetwear is. If you aren't aware of his podcast The Business of Hype you should be, it's one of the best marketing assets on the internet today. In this episode we will discu...

Big mountain skiing icon Angel Collinson talks to our host Stan Evans about redefining boundaries and finding serenity in unexpected places. Her journey into the unknown goes beyond exploring remote slopes and venturing into being a catalyst, changing how women in winter sports are perceived and marketed. To round out all the excitement and adventure Angel dives into her depth of culture and chara...

This session will examine the importance of creating content that reflects and connects with diverse communities and how to build stronger connections through content. Moderator: Stan Evans, Stan Evans Photography and Social Studies Show Evans is a portrait photographer that has a deep passion for lifestyle, athletic and motorized imagery. He also directs and shoots video to tell a complete story....