The Platform

This is the home of The Platform. The Platform is a community of creators, artists, businessmen, entrepreneurs and curators committed to sharing their talents and voices that define who they are. Whether it's an in-depth look at how your favorite entrepreneur navigates daily business, or a deep-dive conversation with creatives and leaders shaping their industries, The Platform is sure to bring you quality content.

The Platform is a business podcast hosted by Nick Asenjo Films, with 17 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Nick Asenjo Films hosts The Platform, a business show with 17 episodes published.

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  Episode #6

  The Music Industry: What It Really Takes to Build a Career (Episode 016)

  Sep 9, 202631 minS2

  What does it really take to build a career in today’s music industry?In Episode 016 of The Platform, Nick Asenjo brings the conversation in front of a live audience for a special Music Panel featuring Danny (SumYunGhai), Grand Kai, and Hommy - three creatives bringing different perspectives on what it takes to create, grow, and survive in music.From independent artists and music production to branding, collaboration, consistency, and navigating the business behind the music, the panel gets into the realities that artists face when trying to turn their creativity into a sustainable career.The conversation explores what separates artists who simply make music from those who successfully build an audience and a brand around themselves. The panel also discusses the importance of relationships, finding the right team, developing your sound, investing in your craft, and understanding that talent alone isn't enough to build a lasting career in the music industry.With perspectives from different sides of the creative process, Danny, Grand Kai, and Hommy share lessons from their own experiences while discussing the challenges and opportunities facing the next generation of independent artists.Whether you're an independent artist, rapper, singer, songwriter, producer, engineer, videographer, or creative entrepreneur, this conversation offers an inside look at what it takes to navigate the modern music industry and build something that extends beyond one song.The Platform - Episode 016Subscribe for more conversations with artists, entrepreneurs, creatives, business owners, and people helping shape culture and their communities.#ThePlatform #TheBlueprint #MusicIndustry #IndependentArtists #ItsDifferentOnThisSide

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  Episode #5

  Sneaker Culture: How Passion Became Big Business (Episode 015)

  Sep 7, 202642 minS2

  Sneaker culture has evolved far beyond just buying a pair of shoes. It has become a global business, a collector’s market, a form of self-expression, and an industry where fashion, nostalgia, entrepreneurship, and community all collide.In Episode 015 of The Platform, Nick Asenjo sits down with Tony, Dev, and Tim for a live sneaker panel exploring the culture and business behind the shoes.Tony brings the perspective of a sneaker-store owner and longtime collector whose passion dates back to the era of Allen Iverson’s Reebok Questions and Answers, G-Units, Jordans, Adidas, Pumas, and the sneaker culture of the late ’90s and early 2000s. Dev brings a different side of the conversation through his experience in vintage clothing and fashion, showing how sneakers intersect with streetwear, personal style, nostalgia, and the resale economy. Tim brings both the collector and retail perspective, with years of experience in the sneaker world and a personal connection to everything from Jordan releases and Foams to the days when people would camp out just to secure a pair.Together, they discuss sneaker collecting, sneaker reselling, retail, vintage fashion, sneaker releases, the resale market, how the culture has changed, and what the future of the sneaker industry looks like.This isn't just a conversation about shoes. It's a conversation about the culture, memories, relationships, businesses, and communities that have been built around them.The Platform - Episode 015Subscribe for more conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, artists, business owners, and people shaping culture and their communities.#ThePlatform #SneakerCulture #Sneakers #Sneakerhead #Streetwear #SneakerBusiness #VintageFashion #SneakerReselling #Jordan #SneakerCollection

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  Episode #4

  Vera F. Kennedy: Why Most Artists Never Reach Their Potential (Episode 014)

  Jun 9, 20261h 27mS2

  <p>In this episode of The Platform, we sit down with artist, songwriter, entrepreneur, and lyricist Vera F. Kennedy for one of the most honest conversations we've had about music, competition, creativity, and what it really takes to build longevity in the industry.With more than 15 years invested in his craft, Vera shares the story behind his journey—from discovering music in unlikely circumstances, to playing college basketball, to developing a mindset that has allowed him to remain committed to his artistry through every season of life.Unlike many artists who chase trends, Vera approaches music as a student of th...

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  Episode #3

  Bless Rodriguez - From 20 Years in Prison to 50+ Employees (Episode 013)

  May 11, 20261h 14mS2

  <p>In this episode of The Platform, we sit down with Bless Rodriguez for one of the most powerful and transformative conversations of the season.After spending nearly 20 years incarcerated, Bless walked back into society with a choice to make: become another statistic, or completely rebuild his life from the ground up. What followed was a complete transformation fueled by discipline, accountability, and an unwillingness to let his past define his future.Today, Bless leads multiple businesses, employs over 50 people, and has become a living example of what redemption, leadership, and personal growth can actually look like in real time...

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  Episode #2

  MalachiWYD: Content Creator to 300K+ Audience and a Ticket to Streamer University (Episode 012)

  Apr 21, 20261h 5mS2

  <p>In this episode of The Platform, we sit down with Malachi WYD, a fast-rising content creator, streamer, and digital personality who’s built a growing audience across platforms through consistency, humor, and relatable content.</p><p>With over 300,000+ followers on TikTok and a rapidly expanding presence on YouTube, Instagram, and Twitch, Malachi has carved out his own lane in the content space through comedy skits, real-life scenarios, and personality-driven storytelling. We dive into his journey, from starting content at a young age to becoming part of Streamer University, an opportunity that put him in a position to elevate his cr...

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