The Interludes Podcast: Entrepreneurs and DJ Culture / Music and Rhythm

This episode is the most honest I’ve ever been behind the mic.Six years after losing my mom… During a season of overwhelm… While juggling platforms, clients, brand deals, grief, and the weight of solopreneurship… I had a moment where I thought about quitting podcasting.Not because I lost my love for it—but because I lost my energy around it.In this heartfelt December reflection, I walk you through:The grief that hit me this holiday seasonThe moment overwhelm got loudThe clarity that returnedThe recommitment to my purposeAnd the five reminders that saved me from quitting ✨ I also share my 2026 vision—from AI-powered creativity to new community spaces like Patreon and my upcoming Skool hub, plus exciting new guests from DJ culture, music, and podcasting.If you’ve ever felt burnout, doubt, grief, or loneliness while building something you love… This episode is for you.💡 Visit: ⁠purelighthousemedia.com⁠ 📘 Read: A DJ Saved My Life by Val “The Voice” JohnsonCalling All Aspiring Entrepreneurs!Say y’all… My morning routine will never be the same. I recently joined an online community that has truly changed my life! Every weekday, I connect with hundreds of entrepreneurs inside The Morning Meetup—a powerful space for live coaching, mentorship, accountability, and real growth.The content is 🔥, and the monthly themes keep the momentum strong.💼 Ready to elevate your business and mindset? Join now for just $19/month and thank me laterJoin The Morning Meetup Community today!!!⁠🌐 Stay Connected with Pure Lighthouse Media PlatformsRead the Pure Lighthouse Media BlogSubscribe to our Pure Lighthouse Media LinkedIn NewsletterSupport the Movement:⁠ Patreon.com/interludes⁠📺 Catch LIVE Weekly Episodes: Via our YouTube Channel* Mondays – ⁠The Pull-Up Podcast Show with Coach Tony Thompson ⁠* Tuesdays – ⁠Interludes Extra Presents Talk On Tuesdays ⁠⏰ Both at 8PM CST / 9PM EST / 6PM PST

The Interludes Podcast is stepping into its 10th season! 🎉 Val “The Voice” Johnson opens the season with musician, educator, and content creator Rodney Edge Sr., founder of EdgeMuzik.Rodney takes us inside his journey as a musical director on tour with major artists and shares how his love for music has evolved into teaching, mentoring, and building community through his monthly jam sessions and classes. His story is one of artistry, brotherhood, and the lasting impact of pouring back into others.📌 In this episode:* Behind-the-scenes life as a touring musical director.* Why Rodney created jam sessions to uplift local musicians.* How teaching and mentorship shape the next generation.* Reflections on legacy, community, and creativity.🔥 Join us as we celebrate music’s power to inspire and connect with this season-opening conversation that sets the tone for The Interludes Podcast with Val “The Voice” Johnson.👉 Like, share, and subscribe for more episodes every week.#TheInterludesPodcast #ValTheVoiceJohnson #RodneyEdgeSr #MusicIndustry #Season10 #EdgeMuzikCalling All Aspiring Entrepreneurs!Say ya’ll… my morning routine will never be the same. I recently joined an online community that has truly changed my life! Every weekday, I connect with hundreds of entrepreneurs inside The Morning Meetup—a powerful space for live coaching, mentorship, accountability, and real growth.The content is 🔥 and the monthly themes keep the momentum strong.💼 Ready to elevate your business and mindset? Join now for just $19/month and thank me later!🔗Click here to join The Morning Meetup⁠🌐 Stay Connected with Pure Lighthouse Media PlatformsRead the Pure Lighthouse Media BlogSubscribe to our Pure Lighthouse Media LinkedIn NewsletterSupport the Movement:⁠ Patreon.com/interludes⁠📺 Catch LIVE Weekly Episodes: Via our YouTube Channel* Mondays – ⁠The Pull-Up Podcast Show with Coach Tony Thompson ⁠* Tuesdays – ⁠Interludes Extra Presents Talk On Tuesdays ⁠⏰ Both at 8PM CST / 9PM EST / 6PM PST

In this special edition of The Interludes Podcast, host Val “The Voice” Johnson drops the beat on a brand-new chapter of creative storytelling. After five years of inspiring conversations, The Interludes expands its rhythm to spotlight entrepreneurs, musicians, and the global DJ culture.From the birth of The Pull Up Podcast Show theme music to the rebrand now called The Interludes Podcast: Entrepreneurs and DJ Culture / Music and Rhythm, Val reveals how business and art collide in powerful, purposeful ways.She reflects on the journey — from carrying crates of vinyl to spinning virtual sets during the pandemic — an experience that inspired her book A DJ Saved My Life. Along the way, she pays homage to modern creative icons like D-Nice, Questlove, and Idris Elba, whose stories prove that passion can evolve into enterprise when you keep remixing your purpose.🎧 Tune in for lessons on ownership, storytelling, and staying true to the beat that moves you.The evolution of The Interludes Podcast name and missionDJing as a bridge between music, business, and cultureInspiration from Idris Elba’s creative resilienceThe entrepreneurial brilliance of D-Nice and QuestloveHow A DJ Saved My Life became both a movement and a mindsetVal “The Voice” Johnson is a media visionary, podcast host, and DJ who bridges storytelling, business, and rhythm. Through her platform Pure Lighthouse Media, Val amplifies voices that inspire creativity, connection, and community across music and entrepreneurship.💡 Visit: purelighthousemedia.com📘 Read: A DJ Saved My Life by Val “The Voice” JohnsonSay ya’ll… my morning routine will never be the same. I recently joined an online community that’s truly transformed my life! Every weekday, I connect with hundreds of entrepreneurs inside The Morning Meetup — a powerful space for live coaching, mentorship, accountability, and real growth.The content is 🔥 and the monthly themes keep the energy flowing.💼 Ready to elevate your business and mindset? Join now for just $19/month — and thank me later!👉 Click here to join The Morning MeetupRead the Pure Lighthouse Media BlogSubscribe to our LinkedIn NewsletterSupport the Movement: Patreon.com/interludesYouTube Channel: Pure Lighthouse MediaMondays: The Pull-Up Podcast Show with Coach Tony ThompsonTuesdays: Interludes Extra Presents: Talk On Tuesdays⏰ Both at 8PM CST / 9PM EST / 6PM PST

In this episode of The Interludes Podcast, Val “The Voice” Johnson shares the moment she stopped treating Interludes like a hobby and started running it as a global business.She breaks down how to find your podcast’s true purpose, serve a real audience need, and stay consistent when the creative grind gets tough.Plus, enjoy a throwback clip from Interludes Extra Presents: Talk on Tuesdays with Coach Tony Thompson, where Val and Coach Tony unpack The Four Pillars of Podcasting—a blueprint to turn your show from a passion project into a profit engine.🎧 Ready to build, grow, and shine? This episode is your push to win with your podcast.Key Takeaways;Find your podcast’s core purposeTurn your passion into profitStay consistent through challengesApply the Four Pillars of Podcasting👉 Join the Interludes PatreonStay Connected 👉PureLighthouseMedia.com | YouTube | LinkedIn Newsletter

July has been a blast on Interludes Extra Presents: Talk on Tuesdays! This week, Val “The Voice” Johnson and Coach Tony Thompson dive into Hulu’s powerful 8-episode limited series Washington Black—a beautifully crafted story that’s perfect for history buffs and binge-watchers alike.As they celebrate Coach Tony’s birthday (a day early 🎉), the duo also breaks down Beyoncé’s Cowboy Carter Tour and the jaw-dropping stats behind this cultural phenomenon. It’s an episode full of energy, insight, and laughter—straight from the live show you won’t want to miss.🎧 Sit back, enjoy the replay, and join the conversation!Calling All Aspiring EntrepreneursSay ya’ll… my mornings will never be the same! Every weekday, I join The Morning Meetup—a vibrant community for entrepreneurs that’s changed my life. Live coaching, mentorship, accountability, and powerful growth—all for $97/month.💼 Ready to elevate your business and mindset?👉 Click here to join The Morning Meetup🌐 Stay Connected with Pure Lighthouse Media Platforms 📡 Brand New Website: www.purelighthousemedia.com 📰 Read the Blog + LinkedIn Newsletter 🎉 Support the Movement: Patreon.com/interludesWatch Live Weekly ShowsMondays: The Pull-Up Podcast Show with Coach Tony ThompsonTuesdays: Interludes Extra Presents: Talk on Tuesdays ⏰ Both at 8PM CST / 9PM EST