What's The Rate?

Taking Your Time Post Grad! In this deeply honest and grounded conversation, Producer and Live Performance Director Ava Elizabeth Novak opens up about what it really means to commit to the long game in the world of production and performance. Ava shares hard-earned wisdom about: Taking your time to gain the experience you truly need Knowing when you're actually ready for the opportunities you drea...

It's Cait Does Everything, a FULL TIME, self sustained CONTENT CREATOR, streamer, cosplayer, model, and former PR professional! A true multi hyphenate! In this episode we get into how Cait became a full time content creator, how she secures brand deals, how to PITCH, how to cold email, and how she creates her content! Be sure to tune in till the end where Cait breaks down how she story boards her...

In this episode, we sit down with music producer and rapper Iz LaMarr for a real, unfiltered conversation about what really happens after college ends. From dealing with loneliness and losing the built-in structure of school, to creating your own systems for success as a creative—this one's for anyone navigating the post-grad fog. Iz shares his personal journey of self-discipline, the mental toll...

Connections and community, baby. Let's get into it! You might have seen him at Afro Punk, on a billboard in Times Square, you may have even heard his song Famous- Rodney Chrome, musician and visionary, joins Breonn behind the mic and talks about how friends and community have helped him craft music videos, wardrobe, and photoshoots. Rodney also talks about his perspective on fame, the meaning behi...

You can find her on the cover of Harper's Bazaar, Vogue, Essence, and so many more, Karyl McFarquhar talks about her experience as a successful black model in the competitive New York modeling industry. In this episode of What's The Rate?, we get into hairstyles for digitals, the challenges with natural hair care in the modeling industry, trying to stand out as a black model, and some tips for att...

Actress, Director, and Producer, Sydney Lolita Cusic reveals some vulnerable and honest gems about the very human shifts that come with pursuing a multi hyphenate artistic career. Whether it's not identifying with your 9 to 5, pivoting through rocky courses, or even letting people go, a LOT of change happens whether it's anticipated or unexpected, but remember to stay in flow. SUBSCRIBE! Instagram...

You can find her in the Telfar fashion show, on the cover of Worldwide magazine, and in the studio, artist and model Nkiru Emelle joins Breonn in discussion of ritual and committing to yourself everyday. What do you plan to do with your success once you get there? How has real world experiences shaped how you navigate your career? How are you honoring your process? All of these gems are explored t...

Dive into the story of how Breonn got to where she is today in the process of her career. She discusses what to expect this season, a bit about her goals, and lastly her intentions behind the show! SUBSCRIBE! Instagrams: https://www.instagram.com/whatstheratepod/ https://instagram.com/breonnspov?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7IoUxOa2mBBACALeQK1TEs Listen on A...

Welcome to "What's The Rate?" a show where we discuss the raw and real of pursuing creative success as self funded, indie artists in their 20s in New York City! This show was designed to cultivate a community through sharing experiences, tips, do's and don'ts, and resources. Hosted by Breonn Lyons, new episodes will be released every Thursday with guests that share their experiences and encourage...