The UPcoming with Jonathan Carr

New month, new artist episode! Introducing Errol Petgrave III, a talented and dedicated storyboard artist, animator, and character designer. Errol was kind enough to hop on and discuss his inspirations from cartoons and anime, his transition from serving in the military to diving fully into his artistic passions, and where he wants to be in the future. Errol is nothing short of fantastic and this...

The UPcoming is back, and with a new guest! Coming in from Philadelphia, she's an animator and the creator behind the "Black Girl Draws" coloring book. She's the animation director of JumpButton Studio, and has animated for Warner Bros. She's continuing her passion in art, and I have no doubt she will be the most sought-after animator in entertainment.   You can find her work at www. Rachelheadlam...

First of all, 70 EPISODES!!! We hit 70 episodes people!! What a day!! Second, fantasy readers rejoice! You have another book to add to your collection! Author, Nick Suppa, has recently published his debut novel, "The Legend of Rangard: The Winds of Spring," and you can find it on Amazon. After a grueling, yet inspiring, 6-year process, Nick is sharing his work with you and me, and let me tell you,...

As a writer myself, I'm always happy to meet other emerging storytellers. This new addition to the UPcoming guest list is a screenwriter, filmmaker, and production assistant from the east coast: Anthony Haera! The man has worked with the Austin Film and the freaking NBA, learning how tedious, fast-paced, and demanding entertainment can be. All the same, he continues following his passion of becomi...

Hey everyone!! This is just a part of the interview I had with Trey Petgrave that I wanted to share with you. He gives some really fantastic points here. Of course, he does that in all of Episode 67, but this is special. If you haven't already, check out that episode and hear from a phenomenal visual artist.

DISCLAIMER: The opinions of my guest are solely his own and do not reflect the Institute of Internal Auditors, whom he works for. Now, that that's out the way. WE'RE BACK EVERYONE!! After so mind-shatteringly long, we are back, and what better way to get back in the swing of things than with the newest guest, Vedant Akhauri. He's a multi-hyphenate artist, specializing in video editing, podcasting,...

This week, I sat with the great Trey Petgrave - a filmmaker, visual storyteller, and fellow Purchase alum. His credits are as high as getting his senior thesis project on Revolt TV and directing a music video with BET. He doesn't just come with his own experience in directing, but also his thoughts on the film industry, why quality over quantity matters, and how the streaming wars undermined cinem...

The UPcoming is back and better! Than! Ever! After months of hiatus, the UPcoming has returned! New rules: time length is now around 30 minutes, and I'm talking to professionals in the creative fields (directors, actors, writers, etc.).   That said, I'm thrilled to announce my latest guest, all the way from Bulgaria. Vladislav Teo "Vlad" Chepilov. Starting out as a TV writer in his home country, h...

New episode and a whole new exceptional guest! He's a freshman at the University of Florida, and even before he touched down, he, alongside his brother, co-founded Eco Brothers Inc., dedicated to increasing literacy amongst students. He's heavily involved in youth empowerment, education, and equality. A man who's gonna take on the world, Chase Hartman. Today, our topics include his founding of Eco...

It's been a long time but the UPcoming is back with the first episode of 2025. Joining me for the long-awaited episode 64 is Samantha Sanhaus from Philadelphia. Only a freshman in Lehigh University, and her achievements are already astounding. She's the founder of Feeding Philly, a non-profit dedicated to combating youth malnutrition, inspired by her own experience with an eating disorder. Her lea...

In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Daryn Rockett, a remarkable individual hailing from Long Beach, California. Daryn is a graduate of Stanford University, where she was honored with the prestigious Hoefer Prize for Excellence in Writing and the Harold K. Boyd Undergraduate Scholar Award. Currently, she is pursuing her J.D. and master's in social work at Washington University in St. Louis....

 In this inspiring episode of The UPcoming, I sit down with Jordon Gully, a remarkable student leader from East St. Louis, Illinois. Jordon is not only a senior at Governor French Academy but also serves as the youth lieutenant governor of Illinois and a member of the student board of directors for the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis.   Jordon's leadership extends beyond his school, where he has...

In this inspiring episode of The UPcoming , I sit down with Taylor Ye, a remarkable 18-year-old student activist based in Orlando, FL. As a senior at Windemere Preparatory School, Taylor has already made significant strides in both her academic and activist pursuits. She’s a member of the National Honor Society and has taken on leadership roles as a student trainee with PEN America and a community...

Hello world, the UPcoming is back!! It's been a long wait, but it's worth it, because Bronx native, Patricia Booth, is the newest guest on the show. An advocate, fighting for the little guy through the legal field, she's worked for major employers such as the NYPD and the National Homeowner Landlord Association. She's an achiever in everything she does and she's far from done.  

Today is Mother's Day and while many celebrate the day with their mom's, many others sadly cannot. However, Dr. George Ackerman fights every day in honor of his mother, Sharon, who tragically passed away from Parkinson's Disease. With his website, "Together For Sharon", Dr. Ackerman spreads awareness of the disease and supports organizations and legislations trying to fight it. He'll do everything...

Joining the UPcoming on episode 58 is Episode 40's Randy Rawlings, CEO of Aneu Technologies and host of Aneu Approach Podcast. All of this makes him the perfect guest host for this episode, titled Aneu Approach with the UPcoming. The first guest to this collaboration is Maxwell Pearce. Straight out of Tuckahoe NY, he studied Economics at Purchase College, he was captain of the Men’s basketball tea...

Ju-Marri "Kaesevyn" Sims is someone who's seen what it costs to have freedom in the music industry. Anyone can make music, but not everyone is going to succeed, and anyone could succeed, but not everyone's going to last. Kaesevyn wants to both make music and prolong his success. After becoming CEO of the label, Alive Music Group, he's set out to bring his best and most resonate with every album. S...

Evelynroze has been on a harsh, but rewarding journey. From being bullied mercilessly as a child to winning the Worcester Music Award for best female vocalist in 2024, and this is her second time. With her supporting band, The Thornz, she's put out incredible songs like Careless Heart, Keyboard Warriors, and Your Ego. Her experiences have made her a fierce mental health advocate, and someone who w...

Brothers Aaron and Adrian Sterling have put 100% into everything they've done. When they started as athletes in basketball and football, it was nothing but pure dedication and practice. The discipline they developed from nonstop training has helped tremendously in their shift towards filmmaking and the tedious, stressful life this path ensures. Based off Adrian's time in football, their film "Make...

Kadijah Butler, hailing from Philadelphia, is the founder of the Craig D Butler Scholarship Foundation. Honoring her father, who was a victim of gun violence, her foundation secures the educational futures of many young students. She's worked hard to show them that hard work pays off, and that nothing should stop them reaching their goals. She is also the author of three books, and a strong activi...

This is the month of March. For this month's theme, we're doing sports, in honor of March Madness. First up to the plate is a captain of his college baseball team and die-hard fan of the Yankees, who's now transitioned into the life of an advertiser. A guy who's blended creative and business-related talents to become great in everything he does. Someone who puts 100% in everything, and his resume...

If there's one student who embodies the word positivity, it's Kaitlyn Marsh. An undergrad at University of Texas at Austin, she's its social media and PR communications specialist, a marketing intern with #ICANHELP, and was a social media and fundraising intern with Breaking Taboo. She advocates for suicide prevention, mental health awareness, and anti-cyberbullying. Kaitlyn's come a long way from...

Hip-Hop band, Phenomenon, looks to be what few in the music industry are: unique. Through the witty and talented lyricism of lead MC, Osiris Warren, and the dedicated tune of bassist, Andres Merlano, they've gone on a long, and eye-opening journey to find their own sound and bring the crowd to life.     These guys are perfect for tying in this month's theme of love, which they are not lacking in w...

Screenwriting is the first form of a film and the one that brings out the most creative, awe-inspiring, and dedicated people. Bailey Peabody is no exception. Ever since she watched "The Imitation Game" as a child, she's focused on creating the most engaging and intimate worlds inside of a screenplay. A film lover, history buff (especially for US presidents), and meticulous editor for Chaotic Merge...

Jahleel Hills is an incredible filmmaker and musician, specializing in snare-style drumming. Having grown up in the arts and wanting to take his music and passion for visual storytelling to bigger heights, he studied film at SUNY Purchase College, where he directed his movie, "Off the Beat", which won for best director and best student film at the New York Neorealism Film Awards. As a drummer he's...