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Media Industry Guru

Hosted by Forbs West · news · EN · 218 episodes

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About this Podcast:

Welcome to the Media Industry Guru podcast. Do you know you want to work in media but not sure where? Are you trying to figure out what you're doing with your life? Are you in college deciding on what clubs you should take part in, how can you volunteer, what to do next? Here, I’ll be interviewing a lot of guests including recent college grads, entrepreneurs, singer/songwriters, record label professionals, film industry execs, to people who work in theatre arts and tech that will give you some professional wisdom so you can achieve your goals.

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Selective

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What is Media Industry Guru about?

Welcome to the Media Industry Guru podcast. Do you know you want to work in media but not sure where? Are you trying to figure out what you're doing with your life? Are you in college deciding on what clubs you should take part in, how can you volunteer, what to do next?

Who hosts Media Industry Guru?

Media Industry Guru is hosted by Forbs West. The show has published 218 episodes to date.

What has Media Industry Guru covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Redefining Asian Pop: Miist on Music, Identity & the GRAMMYs |Season 17, Episode 15|" (14 October 2026, 32 minutes), "Rick Morse, Beyond the Deal: Wealth Strategy for Creators |Season 17, Episode 14|" (25 February 2026, 24 minutes), and "Every Day Courage Podcast, Executive Producers in TV + Film with Stephan Dweck and David Millstone |Season 17, Episode 13|" (2 July 2025, 33 minutes).

How often does Media Industry Guru publish?

Media Industry Guru publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 25 minutes across 218 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on Media Industry Guru?

Booking probability for Media Industry Guru is 26%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Media Industry Guru requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Media Industry Guru's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch Media Industry Guru?

The strongest fits for Media Industry Guru are Film & Video, Music & Recording and News, Magazine & Book Publishing. Media Industry Guru has a news audience.

About the host

Forbs West hosts Media Industry Guru, a news show with 218 episodes published.

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  • Episode #15

    Redefining Asian Pop: Miist on Music, Identity & the GRAMMYs |Season 17, Episode 15|

    Oct 14, 202632 minS17

    What happens when music, cultural identity, and industry recognition collide? On this episode of Media Industry Guru, we sit down with Miist, the first native Chinese artist to reach Billboard’s Pop/Adult Contemporary...

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    Rick Morse, Beyond the Deal: Wealth Strategy for Creators |Season 17, Episode 14|

    Feb 25, 202624 minS0

    <p>On this episode, we sit down with Rick Morse to explore the rapidly growing world of music catalogs and wealth management. As artists navigate record deals, royalty streams, and major liquidity events, the financial...

  • Episode #13

    Every Day Courage Podcast, Executive Producers in TV + Film with Stephan Dweck and David Millstone |Season 17, Episode 13|

    Jul 2, 202533 minS17

    <p>Here we are with Stephan Dweck and David Millstone. Two bold voices. Two fearless paths. </p><p>On the premiere episode of Every Day Courage, we sit down with actor and producer David Millstone and humorist...

  • Episode #12

    Reemo Meerak, Real Talk: NYC Energy, Unfiltered Media & Commentary |Season 17, Episode 12|

    Jun 25, 202521 minS17

    <p>Reemo Meerak has created unfiltered energy in media—a bold voice shaped by the hustle and heartbeat of New York City. As an actor, blogger, content creator, and correspondent, he’s interviewing artists, dropping hot...

  • Episode #11

    Behind the Scenes and Ahead of the Curve: Publishing & Power Moves with Nicole Rocha |Season 17, Episode 11|

    Jun 18, 202517 minS17

    <p>We are with Nicole Rocha, a rising senior at USC double-majoring in Music Industry and Cinematic Arts, and the 2024 recipient of the prestigious Linda Komorsky AIMP Scholarship. Balancing two part-time jobs while...

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  • Episode #7

    Entertainment and Music Law with Justin M. Jacobson, Esq. |Season 17, Episode 10|

    Jun 11, 202530 minS17

    <p>Whether you’re producing beats, designing merch, or building your streaming empire, you need someone in your corner. Here is Justin M. Jacobson, Esq.—NYC-based attorney for musicians, gamers, athletes, and more. In...

  • Episode #5

    Globally Acclaimed Actress and Journalist Uses Her Voice to Empower Women with Emma J Purvey |Season 17, Episode 9|

    Jun 4, 202525 minS17

    <p>From her first campaign at age 7 to performing Shakespeare in Venice, Italy, Emma’s path to becoming a professional actress has been shaped by a tapestry of experiences—modeling, broadcast journalism, and on-camera...

  • Episode #8

    Composing for Video Games with Lennie Moore |Season 17, Episode 8|

    May 28, 202529 minS17

    <p>For decades, Lennie Moore has been a driving force in shaping the soundtracks behind some of the most iconic video games and visual stories. From Outcast and Halo to Star Wars: The Old Republic, his compositions have...

  • Episode #3

    Founder of The Recording Fund with Max Allyn |Season 17, Episode 7|

    May 21, 202531 minS17

    <p>Here we are with Max Allyn. Born and raised on rhythm, Max Allyn built his life around music—from producing records with legends to launching the Recording Fund, a nonprofit reshaping access in the industry. He’s not...

  • Episode #6

    Film Actress and Podcast Host of "Mentors on the Mic" with Michelle Miller |Season 17, Episode 6|

    May 14, 202521 minS17

    <p>Here we are with Michelle Miller. Every role she takes on is a new opportunity to tell a deeper story. From appearing in Homeland, Blue Bloods, and Winter’s Tale to captivating audiences on off-Broadway stages...

  • Episode #5

    A Storyteller for the Arts with Khaya Fraites: Professional Actor, Narrator, and Writer |Season 17, Episode 5|

    May 7, 202516 minS17

    <p>Khaya Fraites is a storyteller in every sense of the word. Whether she’s breathing life into bestselling characters through her voice, writing and directing award-winning short films, or being spotlighted by NBC and...

  • Episode #4

    The Life of a Storyteller: Still in the Works with Professional Photographer Lauren Davis |Season 17, Episode 4|

    Apr 30, 202527 minS17

    <p>Here we are with Lauren Davis. At 15, she picked up a camera—not to chase perfection, but to make sense of the world around her. What started as a quiet exploration became a lifelong pursuit of storytelling through...

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    Producing, Professing, Performing: Wearing Many Hats To Achieve Industry Success with Jesse Robinson |Season 17, Episode 3|

    Apr 23, 202524 minS0

    <p>Here is Jesse Robinson — actor, producer, professor, comedian, and a creative force who’s done it all. From performing at the Comedy Store alongside Damon Wayans Jr. to playing body double for Christian Bale in Vice...

  • Episode #2

    Words of Wisdom in Media with Broadcasting Professional Jackie Sweger |Season 17, Episode 2|

    Apr 16, 202525 minS17

    <p>Here we are with Jackie Sweger. Jackie didn’t enter college with a set path—until she watched Pitch Perfect and saw herself in Becca, the character who juggled college radio and a capella. Inspired, Jackie declared a...

  • Episode #1

    New Music, Social Media and Gigs from Skeletubbies |Season 17, Episode 1|

    Apr 9, 202517 minS17

    <p>Here we are with the rising NYC based spooky band Teletubbies. Here we are with two of the band members where they will share more about how they formed their band, their background in music, and their professional...

  • Episode #13

    Chase Your Dreams and the Money Will Come with Composer and Drummer Mark Griskey |Season 16, Episode 13|

    Apr 1, 202533 minS16

    <p>Composer Mark Griskey has scored some of the most iconic video game titles of the last two decades — from the Star Wars universe to Pirates of the Caribbean and Marvel Super Hero Squad. Now, with a fresh master’s...

  • Episode #11

    Sophie Sargent, Media Personality and Miss New Hampshire Candidate |Season 16, Episode 12|

    Mar 26, 202529 minS16

    <p>Here we are with Sophie Sargent. She is a New England native building a career in media through persistence and passion. During college, she launched a self-help podcast and began working in radio and TV, while...

  • Episode #11

    The Art of the Deal (For Artists): The Fight for Fairness in Music with David Fagin |Season 16, Episode 11|

    Mar 19, 202521 minS16

    <p>Here we are with musician, songwriter, and activist David Fagin who has spent his career challenging the industry. As frontman of The Rosenbergs, he pioneered artist-friendly deals and teamed up with Robert Fripp to...

  • Episode #10

    Nikita Lev, Crafting Cinematic Soundscapes & Pushing Genre Boundaries |Season 16, Episode 10|

    Mar 12, 202516 minS16

    <p>Here we are with Nikita Lev. Nikita grew up on Manhattan’s Upper West Side, immersed in a world where music was always present. With a family background in chamber music and a mother who played in a 90s rock band...

  • Episode #9

    Benji Stein, Founder of PlaylistSupply and Booking-Agent.io |Season 16, Episode 9|

    Mar 5, 202525 minS16

    <p>Here we are with a veteran artist manager and creative director Benji Stein. After seeing many other managers struggle with playlisting and booking shows, Benji created an automated tool for playlist research and a...

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