Beyond The Threshold: Black Voices in Media
Beyond the Threshold is a bi-weekly podcast hosted by award winning sound editor & producer, Sidney Evans. This show is dedicated to interviewing black professionals in the media space in variety of roles, highlighting the lessons and experiences it takes to achieve success in the field. The goal is to build a platform that connects and supports those established in media, while also inspiring those looking to break into the industry.
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In this episode of Beyond the Threshold, host Sidney Evans is joined by Christopher Mitchell, an award-winning executive producer, writer, and musician from London.
In this episode we discuss:
- His early inspirations, passion for hip-hop, and how those experiences shaped his creative and professional paths.
- His journey into the audio industry, highlighted by his acclai...
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In Season 2 of Beyond the Threshold, the podcast expands to include Black men and women ifrom various media fields such as writing, filmmaking, journalism, audio professionals and beyond.
The season will focus on stories about career opportunities, the importance of storytelling, creativity, cultural impact, personal growth and more.
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In this episode of '"Beyond the Threshold,'" host Sidney Evans speaks with Ona Oghogho, a Podcast Producer, Brand Strategist and founder of Adode Media, The BLK Pod Collective and the BLK Pod Festival.
In this episode we discuss:
- Her journey from working in healthcare to creating a successful podcast community and eventually establishing a full-service c...
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In this episode of 'Beyond the Threshold, host Sidney Evans is joined by Yhane Washington Smith, a writer and independent audio creator known for her successful audio dramas 'Harlem Queen,' 'The Courtship of Mona Mae,' and '1972.'
In this episode we discuss:
- The challenges transitioning her filmmaking aspirations into audio dramas.
- The im...
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In this episode of Beyond the Threshold, host Sidney Evans is joined by music composer and sound designer, Evan Joseph.
His work includes music for film, TV, dance and theater as well as post-production sound for film and TV.
He is also the musical director/composer-in-residence for MJM Dance, the co-director of the Quiet City Film Festival and is also a freelance sound enginee...
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In this episode of Beyond the Threshold, host Sidney Evans interviews Paula Gammon Wilson, an award-winning casting director, voiceover performance director, audio producer and owner of Pepsqually VO.
In This episode we discuss:
- Paula's early interests in theater and backstage work to her career in voiceover and audio production.
- The importance of diversifying skills an...
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In this episode of Beyond the Threshold, host Sidney Evans interviews Jamie Albright, an advocate, forensic interview and true crime producer.
In this episode we discuss:
- Her family's personal experience with a rare genetic kidney disease
- Transitioning from forensic interviewer to working on true crime podcasts.
- The importance of checking sources and ensuring accuracy i...
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In this episode of Beyond the Threshold, Host Sidney Evans is joined by Torran Wakefield-Thompson, a Voiceover Artist, an award winning Podcast Producer who also has nearly 20 years as an audio and video production, including roles in television, and children's media.
In this episode key topics include:
- His early interests in recording devices and his beginnings in media...
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In this episode of Beyond the Threshold, host Sidney Evans is joined by Walter Gainer II, a digital content producer and social media manager at Urban One.
Walter's journey started from his early content creation on Snapchat to founding Boss Locks—a platform dedicated to advancing Black professionals and promoting racial equity in the workplace.
In this episode they discuss...
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In this episode of Beyond the Threshold, host Sidney Evans is joined by John Asante, a Ghanaian American, award-winning independent audio producer, showrunner, and consultant based in Los Angeles.
John has produced and developed over 30 podcasts for various outlets, including HBO, Netflix, Hartbeat, Audible and Imagine Entertainment and worked for companies such as S...
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In this episode of Beyond the Threshold, Host Sidney Evans welcomes writer, Executive Podcast Producer, Media Personality, and creator of Podcast Creator Academy, Jazmine Henley-Brown.
A few of her accolades include working for SiriusXM and Sony Music Entertainment, creating and executive producing award-nominated podcasts like New Rory & MAL, and Reality with The...
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In this episode of Beyond the Threshold, host Sidney Evans and guest Chase Bethea dive into his story of becoming a multi-award-winning video game composer.
With over a decade of experience and contributions to 25 games, Chase's career is result of dedication and the intersection of the creative synergy of music and technology.
Beginning with his upbringing in C...
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In this episode of Beyond the Threshold, host Sidney Evans is joined by Melisa D. Monts, a NW Arkansas native who is a writer, producer, audiobook director, CEO of Diamond MPrint Productions and Co-Founder of Sister Sign Productions.
In this episode they discuss:
- Her early aspirations growing up in Arkansas that resulted in a move to LA.
- The key exper...
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In this episode of Beyond the Threshold, host Sidney Evans is joined by Jahi Whitehead, currently lead Podcast Producer at Urban One Podcast Network.
As Jahi highlights his two decades of media/audio production experience, they discuss:
- His early experience as singer, DJ and engineer in the music industry.
- The pursuit of a career in radio and the tra...
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In this episode of Beyond the Threshold, host Sidney Evans is joined by Kacie Luaders, a creator, arts advocate, sound designer and founder of Could Be Pretty Cool.
- Her journey from university, to live theatre to podcasting.
- Her first two podcasts, and her Spotify workshop experience for WOC.
- How limitations often drive innovation and creative problem-...
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In this episode of Beyond the Threshold, host Sidney Evans welcomes former colleague, Dontae "DonzPressPlay" Hodge, a multi-award-winning audio engineer.
In this episode they discuss:
- His early classical piano training and growing up in the British Virgin Islands
- His experience as an from an unpaid intern to a sought-after engineer, to...
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In this episode of Beyond the Threshold, host Sidney Evans celebrates the journey of Ashley J. Hobbs, a three-time NAACP Image Award-winning podcast producer, writer, narrator, and voiceover artist.
In this episode they discuss:
- Ashley’s childhood aspirations and attending women's college.
- Transitioning from being fired to juggling multiple ...
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Ever wondered how to stand out in the audio industry? Listen to the official trailer of Beyond the Threshold as successful Black men and women share their journeys and career strategies that has helped them become mainstays in the field.
You'll hear highlights from guests in season 1 including Dontae Hodge, Melisa D. Monts, Ashley J. Hobbs, Jahi Whitehead and Kac...
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Growing up in a sports-centric family and navigating the highs and lows of a basketball career, host Sidney Evans share's his story of how failing an audio production course and a bout of depression, help him discover his love for audio production and the pursuit of a career in the field.
After eventually working for companies like FRQNCY Media and Tenderfoot TV,...
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In this sneak peek, I share my inspiration for creating Beyond the Threshold and the importance of highlighting black men and women in the audio industry.
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