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Music Industry Insights Worldwide: Shaping Equality & Diversity in Music & Entertainment

Saskhia Menendez & Guests
Music Industry
Diversity and Inclusion
Mental Health
Music Education
Independent Artists
Gender Equality
Equality and Diversity
Diversity In Music
Community Building
Networking
Music Production
Artist Development
Hip Hop
Women In Music
Collaboration
Social Media Marketing
Autism
Victoria Wilson James
Musicians
Diversity

Harmonizing Voices: Global Perspectives on Equality & Diversity in the Music and Entertainment Industries with Saskhia Menendez & Special Guests

Hosted by Saskhia Menendez, award-winning advocate and music industry leader, Music Industry Insights Worldwide dives deep into the evolving world of equality and diversity in the music and entertainment industries. Through candid conversations with spec... more

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How do artists, labels, streaming platforms, and music technology companies work together to shape the future of the global music industry?

In this episode of Music Industry Insights Worldwide, host Saskhia Menendez is joined by Ar... more

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What if events, festivals, and workplaces were designed to support human wellbeing first?

In this episode of Pink Nest, host Nika Brunet Milunović explores the future of inclusive, sensory-friendly, and sustainable event design, dr... more

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What does it mean to thrive as an autistic entrepreneur, broadcaster, and advocate in a world that often misunderstands neurodiversity?

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In this episode of Music Industry Insights Worldwide, we sit down with Kith The Kid, the Iranian rapper born in Ahvaz who transformed adversity into an international music career.

Known professionally as Kith The Kid, Marco Polo Ma... more

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Nika Brunet Milunović
Founder of Calm Nest Collective, inclusive events advocate
Calm Nest Collective
Episode: Designing Inclusive, Sensory-Friendly Events for a Calmer Future with Nika Brunet Milunović
Sam Mitchell
Founder of Autism Rocks and Rolls, advocate for autism inclusion
Autism Rocks and Rolls
Episode: Autism Rocks and Rolls America With Sam Mitchell
Arielle Fischer
Musician, former label/artist relations executive, founder of Matrona
Matrona (distribution and services)
Episode: Building Global Music Partnerships with Arielle Fischer | From Spotify to Virgin Music and Beyond
Kith The Kid
Iranian musician, songwriter, composer; stage name of Mahan
Kith The Kid
Episode: Kith The Kid: From Iran to London – The Untold Story
Jason Samford
Former employee number two at DistroKid; founder of Gatefolded
DistroKid (former), Gatefolded
Episode: From DistroKid to Independent Tools: Rethinking Music Distribution, Support & Artist Ownership With Jasen Samford
Rob Duguay
Arts and entertainment journalist, radio professional, and live music booker and promoter
Independent journalist/promoter with extensive network in US and UK music scenes
Episode: From Journalism to Live Music Powerhouse | Rob Duguay on Writing, Radio & Building Scenes
Alex Greco
Founder of Leap Audio (platform for artist collaboration and feedback)
Leap Audio
Episode: Beyond Streaming: Rebuilding How Artists Create, Collaborate & Own Music with Alex Greco
Emilie Thorsby
Pop artist from Denmark; discussed her career, international reach, and advocacy for women in music
Independent artist (Denmark)
Episode: How Emilie Thorsby Took Her Music to 15 Countries | Awards, Radio & Breakthrough Story
Nat Cummins
Artist manager, music industry consultant, founder of Red Tape Music
Red Tape Music
Episode: From EMI to Independent: Rebuilding the Music Industry for Artists With Nat Cummins

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Saskhia Menendez
Host of Music Industry Insights Worldwide

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
  • ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Must-Listen for Anyone in the Music Industry!

    "Music Industry Insights Worldwide" is an absolute gem for anyone passionate about the music business. Hosted by the incredible Saskhia Menendez, this podcast goes beyond surface-level discussions to explore the real challenges, successes, and changes shaping the industry today. Each episode features insightful conversations with industry professionals, from artists and producers to executives and advocates, making it a powerful resource for... more

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    Saskhia Menendez
    a year ago

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Building Global Music Partnerships with Arielle Fischer | From Spotify to Virgin Music and Beyond
Q: Tell us about your background and how you got into the music industry.
Arielle describes growing up in a cross-cultural environment, moving through roles at INgrooves, Spotify, and Endel, and eventually launching her own distribution venture Matrona to support artists and labels.
Designing Inclusive, Sensory-Friendly Events for a Calmer Future with Nika Brunet Milunović
Q: How has moving from Europe to Africa influenced your approach to events and inclusion?
Africa represents a different cultural mindset and challenges, but it also reinforces the need to listen, adapt, and prioritize wellbeing and authenticity in event design.
Designing Inclusive, Sensory-Friendly Events for a Calmer Future with Nika Brunet Milunović
Q: What are the main gaps you see between policy rhetoric and practice in inclusion efforts?
There are many checklists and documentation, but not enough real action or sustainable funding to back inclusive programs, which makes authentic progress difficult.
Kith The Kid: From Iran to London – The Untold Story
Q: Does your music carry Iranian influences and how has your background shaped your sound?
He notes that while the music isn't labeled Iranian, the beat production and rich musical background from Iran influence the work, with collaborations from Iranian producers shaping the sound; he emphasizes that American influence remains strong due to early exposure to Eminem and 50 Cent.
Kith The Kid: From Iran to London – The Untold Story
Q: Can you tell us a little about yourself and where you're from?
The guest explains he is Iranian, born and raised there, goes by Kith The Kid, and works as a musician, songwriter, composer, and creator who does multiple roles from zero to 100.

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This show curates insider perspectives from across the music and entertainment sectors, centering equality, diversity, and inclusion. Episodes bring in artists, managers, educators, journalists, and tech-minded leaders to discuss career trajectories, ownership models, branding, and the evolving economics of the industry. Listeners can expect practical tips on publishing, licensing, artist development, and leveraging new technologies, all while exploring how to create more representative and sustainable pathways for creators around the world. A notable throughline is the emphasis on authentic storytelling, community-building, and actionable strategies that empower marginalized voices within a rapidly changing landscape.

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