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The UPcoming with Jonathan Carr
by Jon D. Carr
The UPcoming is a podcast that shines a light on the best and brightest of this generation and the next as they make their way to their dream career. Host, Jonathan Carr, learns their comeuppance, influence, current path, and future goals.
Episodes
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Episode #72: Errol Petgrave III
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...
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Episode #71: Rachel Headlam
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...
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Episode #70: Nick Suppa
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...
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Episode #69: Anthony Haera
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,...
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Episode #67: Bonus Talk
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...
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Episode #68: Vedant Akhauri
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...
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Episode #67: Trey Petgrave
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…
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Episode #66: Vlad Chepliov
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...
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Episode #65: Chase Hartman
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...
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Episode #64: Samantha Sandhaus
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...
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Episode #63: Daryn Rockett
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....
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Episode #62: Jordon Gully
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…
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Episode #61: Taylor Ye
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...
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Episode #60: Patricia Booth
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...
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Episode 59: Mother's Day Special with Dr. George Ackerman
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...
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Aneu Approach with the UPcoming: Maxwell Pearce
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…
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Episode #57: Kaesevyn
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…
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Episode #56: Aaron and Adrian Sterling
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…
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Episode #55: Evelynroze
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...
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Episode #53: Kadijah Butler
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...
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Episode #54: Louis Carvell
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...
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Episode #52: Kaitlyn Marsh
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...
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Episode #51: Phenomenon
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...
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Episode #50: Bailey Peabody- A Creative Mind Produced by Film
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...
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Episode #49: Jahleel Hills
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"…
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Knives in Hand
Singer/Songwriter Breigh has dealt with a lot of red flags in music and understands how crucial it is to watch her back. When talking to the UPcoming, Breigh goes over how she checks for people who might try to manipulate her. Everyone who wants to be in music, NEVER walk in ignorant. There are...
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Episode #48: Briegh
Breigh is a singer/songwriter from Pleasantville, New York. Ever since she was 5, Breigh's used her passion for music to bring out the most powerful performances in her songs, such as her latest single, Jumpscares, which you can check out now. Starting out in stage performance, she found her love...
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Episode #47: Monday
Monday is a Latin singer and actress from Los Angeles, CA. Her songs go into deep and relatable themes, notably toxic relationships and self-love. She's passionate about her craft and wants to stand out from everyone else in the music industry in every way. Time will only tell how amazing she'll...
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Episode #46: Misty Yarnall
Misty Yarnall is a writer, editor, teaching artist, and playwright from Rochester, New York. She's adored the art of storytelling since elementary school and is now building her legacy from it. She's worked for Wild Roof Journal, Boa Editions, and Hudson Valley Writers Center. She has also…
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Episode #45: Roger Bazan-Flores
Roger Bazan-Flores is not only a first-gen American, but a first-gen college graduate, having gotten his bachelor's at UCLA and his master's at UC Berkely. He's on the field of public health and is highly community-driven, utilizing his skills and knowledge to uplift others, especially in...
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Episode #44: Harrison Sutton
Harrison Sutton is a transportation associate with LA Metro and a freelance car detailer from Long Beach, CA, with an extreme love for automobiles. He sits down here to discuss his shift from kinesiology to data science, his time with LA Metro, and his passion in cars, along with his detail stories.
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Episode #42 is taken down
For confidential reasons, episode 42 was taken down. That's why you don't see it in the episode list. Still, you can look forward to hearing episode 44 of the UPcoming, which will be coming soon. Stay tuned folks.
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Episode #43: Stefan Lozano
Stefan Lozano is the co-host of The Bonus Room Podcast where he and his team dive into all things, from sports to music. Prior to this, he went to UC Davis, where he was heavily involved and saw the value of cultures, heritage, and the power of connecting. In this episode, he breaks down his time...
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Episode #41: Thomas Esposito
Thomas Esposito is an alum of SUNY Purchase College and a screenwriter, who's worked with the Greenwich International Film Festival Festival, and PBS Kidvision. He's a master of comedy, looking to bring his talents and experience to the big screen. Here, he details his background, time at…
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Episode #40: Randy Rawlings
Randy Rawlings is a social entrepreneur from Long Beach, California. He's a member of the board of directors for Long Beach Economic Partnerships and was a contracts administrator for Virgin Orbit before eventually becoming the founder of his own AI-powered startup, Aneu. Here, he talks about his...
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Episode #39: Rudy Salas
From Brownsville, Texas to Los Angeles, California, he’s a screenwriter, with one of his scripts advancing as a Quarter-Finalist in the ScreenCraft Sci-Fi & Fantasy Screenwriting Competition. Aside from that, he’s been a content writer for Screen Rant and Comic Book Resources. Here, Rudy talks...
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No episode this week
Hey guys. Don't have an episode set up for 7/2. Happy 4th of July.
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Episode #38: Lola Bessis
Lola Bessis is a senior at Skidmore College, where she’s achieved huge honors, including being a member of Alpha Kappa Delta and has been accepted as a New Leader in the Center for Women in Government and Civil Society. On top of that, she’s a lead intern for #ICANHELP, working to create more...
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Episode #37: Fatou Diouf
Fatou Diouf was born to dance. From starting out as a little girl learning, to becoming a dance teacher and founder of her own dance club, Fatou wants to bring the same love of the art to those around her and inspire a new generation to become the best dancers they can be. Above all, she wants…
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Fatou's Legacy
Fatou Diouf explains what she wants people to remember the most when looking at her legacy.
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Experimenting with Music
Music, being an art, is never done one way and can be expanded upon creatively. Ethan talks about the possibility of him doing so, while praising the work of his producers who've helped him create his excellent tracks.
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Episode #36: Ethan Buckner
Ethan Buckner is a singer-songwriter and climate activist from LA. When he's not releasing singles like "All We Got is Time" or "Fireflies," he's committed to fighting climate change and the fossil fuel industry, as well as social injustice, such as systemic racism. Whether through music or his...
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Episode #35: Abby Balter
Abby Balter is the creative director of Off the Cuff Magazine at Boston University, while getting her degree in journalism. Prior to that, she was a travel and culture writer for the BU Buzz Magazine, and an editorial intern for Modern Luxury. Abby is passionate about writing, traveling, and...
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Episode #34: Kira DeLeón
Kira DeLeón is an alum of SUNY Purchase College, with her BA in arts management and minor in Screenwriting. She is a lover of three things: Disney, purple, and butterflies, and has combined all three to build her new travel agency brand, Magical Journeys by Kira. She is a woman of media, having...
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Episode #33: AJE SMD
AJE SMD is an up-and-coming rapper from Tuckahoe, NY. From writing his own rhymes, and competing with others at school to releasing his debut album, Cold. This album is a tale of him, his thoughts, his experiences, and his passion. You can find his music on all platforms (except SoundCloud), and...
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Episode #32: Risha Chaurasia
Risha Chaurasia is 15 years old, and already has self-published three books: Truce, Tales of Twinkling Tweens, and To My Homies, which you can find on Amazon. She's appeared in magazines and podcasts, making her name internationally known. When she's not doing novels, she's educating her…
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Episode #31: Ana Gutierrez
Ana Gutierrez is a media enthusiast from Bogotá, Colombia. She is serving her master's degree at the New School in New York for media studies. While in the New School, she was published for an essay and short story, dedicated to urban life and the social issues we often disregard. She is also the...
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Episode #30: Jennifer Musser
Jennifer Musser is a woman of film. After shifting her creative writing interests from novels to screenplays, she has since indulged in the art, becoming her biggest passion. She has read and critiqued scripts for Roadmap Writers and become a film producer and development coordinator for…
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Episode #29: Jason Armstrong
Jason Armstrong is a point guard, born and raised in Chicago, who's played with the Chicago Peace League and plans to take his talents and dedication to the NBA. He's overcome a lot of hardships and personal loss, which has only made him stronger and humbler. He talks now about that, his time on...
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The Pressure On Kids
Joshua Jones talks about the pressure that many kids feel regarding their future. It is possible to break from this pressure, but so many don't know how. Joshua's found peace instead of succumbing to the pressure and he's happy to discuss how.
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The UPcoming is a podcast that shines a light on the best and brightest of this generation and the next as they make their way to their dream career. Host, Jonathan Carr, learns their comeuppance, influence, current path, and future goals.
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