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Palm Springs International ShortFest Announces 2025 Jury & Forum

The 31st-annual Palm Springs International ShortFest announced programs and participants for its annual Forum, as well as jury members who will fete Academy Award-Qualifying, Student Shorts, and Special Jury Awards. Taking place June 27-29 at the Renaissance Hotel Palm Springs, the ShortFest Forum will feature a dynamic lineup of thought-provoking

By Victor Flavius • 9 min read

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Harmonizing Gratitude,  A Melody of Thanks for Every Day by Jody Watley

As I reflect on the rhythm of life, its ebb, and flow, I find myself immersed in the symphony of moments, each note a reminder of the profound beauty that surrounds us. In a world often overshadowed by divisiveness, drama and chaos, the simple act of embracing gratitude every day

By Victor Flavius • 3 min read

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Shonda Scott, Inspiring Change Through 12 New Things™️ Challenge

In the dynamic realm of leadership and innovation, Shonda Scott stands tall as the Founder and CEO of 360 Total Concept, a distinguished management consulting firm. Renowned for her transformative projects with industry giants like BET, Uber, Comcast, Kaiser Permanente, transit agencies, and international airports, Shonda's visionary approach

By Victor Flavius • 2 min read

Connect The Dots

Connect The Dots: O'Neal Mcknight

Our sit down with LA socialite & Business director of Gushcloud O’neal Mcknight talk business & the art of the party. How do you ensure O’Neal is evolving creatively? I evolve by listening and allowing myself to be open to other peoples ideas and input. I have to

By Victor Flavius • 2 min read

Culture

Social Animals

A daredevil photographer, an aspiring swimsuit model, and a midwest girl next door are all looking for the same things from their Instagram account - a little love, acceptance, and, of course, fame.  And they’ll do just about anything to get it.  With an observational eye, SOCIAL ANIMALS peeks

By Victor Flavius • 3 min read

Culture

"Celebrate 50 years w/ Robert (Kool) Bell / Kool & The Gang.

Robert "Kool" Bell is one of the founding members of the legendary Pop/R&B group Kool & the Gang. 7-time Grammy award-winners, American music award, Multi-platinum-selling, and the most sampled band of all time, Kool & the Gang has sold over 80 million albums worldwide and

By Victor Flavius • 3 min read

Meet: Brent McCorkle

You’re a filmmaker, but you’re from Texas and didn’t have a tradition way of coming into this craft. Did you find growing up in Texas helpful for your career? Growing up in Arlington gave me a unique opportunity to hone my craft. The majority of my film

By Victor Flavius • 3 min read

Meet: Aleks Musika & Davidson Petit-Frère

Musika Frère, Davidson's first fashion label, is the brainchild he shares with business partner and former Tom Ford Miami ambassador Aleks Musika. The two collaborated heavily, scouring the globe for the best manufacturers and designers that could create a product that would garner respect and, ultimately, admiration for

By Victor Flavius • 1 min read

Meet: Maryellis Bunn

In the summer of 2016, ice cream lover Bunn opened her first 45-day pop-up Museum of Ice Cream in New York, featuring art installations and a pool of multicolored plastic sprinkles. An instant hit, it left 200,000 people on the waitlist. The 2017 Los Angeles incarnation attracted Beyoncé, Kim

By Victor Flavius • 1 min read

Meet: Adam Vanunu

Adam was born and raised in Los Angeles, CA. Right out of high school, Adam went to work for his family's business, the American Dye House, a denim dyeing and distressing facility. His father was diagnosed with cancer at the time and two years later passed away. At

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Meet: Askia Fountain

There are few executives in the music industry linked to icons that not only transcend decade, but genre and cultural boundaries. What you will find is a short list of names responsible for the numerous artists we’ve heard write and perform our favorite songs. It is this consistent scouting

By Victor Flavius • 4 min read

Culture

Meet: Jessica Nabongo

Jessica Nabongo is a wanderlust, writer, entrepreneur, podcaster, public speaker and travel influencer. At her core, she is a dreamer looking to craft a life and career that interconnects her passions and talents. She also wants to use her story to educate and inspire others to travel and experience the

By Victor Flavius • 2 min read