Robert Young's BRIGHT FAMED SHINING The Podcast, Where Creativity Meets Wellness presents another special #BFSMyGuest Episode featuring Ms. Lisane Basquiat, Life Strategist/CEO of Shaping Freedom and Co-Executor of the Estate of legendary artist Jean Michel Basquiat.

Lisane Basquiat is a Life Strategist, dynamic entrepreneur, personal growth advocate, and the inspiring voice behind the Shaping Freedom podcast. Her portfolio includes roles as the founder of Shaping Freedom, owner of Hera Hub Carlsbad, co-administrator of the estate of Jean-Michel Basquiat, co-curator and executive producer of the Jean-Michel Basquiat: King Pleasure exhibition, and recognition as NAWBO San Diego's 2022 Business Woman of the Year.

This incredible episode with Lisane Basquiat was recorded in August of 2023, just one week after the 35th anniversary of her brother Jean-Michel passing and a month after the 8th anniversary of my mom's transcendence. I held the episode close to my heart and in my archives, as I felt it was a significant episode that dove deeply and earnestly into creativity and wellness in a manner for which I had always intended for Bright Famed Shining.

I am proud to announce its release coming on May 19, 2024 to coincide with the anniversary of the sale of her brother's famed 'Untitled, 1982' for the unprecedented amount of $110.5 million US dollars making him the highest-selling artist in American history.

Introducing, the incomparable Ms. Lisane Basquiat.

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Robert Young's BRIGHT FAMED SHINING The Podcast, Where Creativity Meets Wellness presents another special #BFSMyGuest Episode featuring Mr. Elliott Ferguson, the President & CEO of Destination DC and Board Treasurer of Brand USA, an organization dedicated to marketing the United States as a premier travel destination.

In this episode, we feature a seasoned leader in the travel and hospitality industry, celebrating his 20-year milestone with the District of Columbia's tourism organization. With 33 years of experience, our guest, who has been President and CEO since 2009, oversees various crucial aspects, including convention and tourism sales, marketing, finance, and business development operations. Beyond his impressive tenure at the organization, he has played a pivotal role in addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the hospitality industry, serving as the Board Chair of Tourism Diversity Matters. His extensive involvement in national and regional boards, such as the U.S. Travel Association and Brand USA, showcases his commitment to advancing the tourism sector. As the industry grapples with the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, our guest remains dedicated to strategic recovery, actively participating in recovery advisory committees and alliances. Join us as we delve into his journey, industry insights, and impactful contributions to various community and industry organizations.

This episode with Elliott was recorded in 2023, but something told me to hold off before publishing it. While I don't often speak about race on the podcast, as my focus is on the health and well-being of all creatives, in my conversation with Elliott we reflected on what was happening in the world when I moved to DC as the pandemic began and the largest racial awakening of our generation became a reality.

Our discussion on everything from race to the power of travel is both culturally relevant and timely, as nations have returned to high levels of tourism as they compete for your attention as we simultaneously enter the last year of the United Nations' International Decade for People Of African Decent. Thanks for tuning in. Now, Let's Dive Straight In... Warm regards, Robert Young CEO, R7 ________ Robert Young's BRIGHT FAMED SHINING The Podcast is powered by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Raconteur Seven, LLC⁠ {R7}⁠⁠⁠⁠ and is proudly presented with the support of: ⁠⁠⁠BetterHelp.com⁠⁠⁠ - Professional Therapy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sedulous.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Cyber Security and Privacy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AbundantBuddha.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Health & Wellness ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Auteur8.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Film & TV Production ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GlobalPublic.Art⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Art & Activations Podcast Producers: Brandon Dumlao & Robert Young •••• Robert Young's BRIGHT FAMED SHINING The Podcast, Subscribe Today! Learn more + access exclusive #BFSMerch at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https:BRIGHTFAMEDSHINING.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ © R7. All Rights Reserved.

Robert Young's BRIGHT FAMED SHINING The Podcast, Where Creativity Meets Wellness is excited to present this special #BFSRemote Episode featuring #BFSMyGuest Nicholas Davis, Executive Director, Equity & Inclusion at CBC, Canada's national public broadcaster. I have known Nicholas Davis, for nearly the entirety of my creative career. More than 30 years ago he wrote my first bio and my first Cover Story Article as a young passionate poet. It is entirely my pleasure to have gotten the opportunity to sit with him for a #BFSRemote Episode back in my hometown Toronto. Live from CBC studios and in celebration of Black History Month around the globe. Despite being asked if he was illiterate by one of his college professors he became one of Toronto's most remarkable journalists. He turned a low-ranking morning show into the #1 show in various regions across the country. Nicky, as his friends affectionately call him, is a gentleman who has spent his entire professional life in service of others and now as the Executive Director, Equity and Inclusion continues to impact change for the betterment of all. Introducing one of Canada's most influential executives in entertainment and media, Mr. Nicholas Davis! Thanks for tuning in. Now, Let's Dive Straight In... Warm regards, Robert Young CEO, R7 ________ Robert Young's BRIGHT FAMED SHINING The Podcast is powered by ⁠⁠⁠⁠Raconteur Seven, LLC⁠ {R7}⁠⁠⁠⁠ and is proudly presented with the support of: ⁠⁠⁠BetterHelp.com⁠⁠⁠ - Professional Therapy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Sedulous.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Cyber Security and Privacy ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AbundantBuddha.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Health & Wellness ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Auteur8.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Film & TV Production ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GlobalPublic.Art⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Art & Activations Podcast Producers: Brandon Dumlao & Robert Young •••• Robert Young's BRIGHT FAMED SHINING The Podcast, Subscribe Today! Learn more + access exclusive #BFSMerch at ⁠⁠⁠⁠https:BRIGHTFAMEDSHINING.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ © R7. All Rights Reserved.