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

By Val "The Voice" Johnson

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What exactly is an interlude? For me, it's those magical, fleeting moments between tracks on a CD or LP record, where powerful harmonies transition you into the next chapter of music. This is where inspiration meets rhythm, and it's where I live as a DJ at heart. "The Interludes Podcast" is the extended play of those moments – a continuous stream of inspiration and up-tempo vibes. I, Val "The Voice" Johnson, serve as your guide through the voices of creatives, entrepreneurs, and filmmakers who are carving out exciting paths of discovery and exploration. In my podcast, we share intimate conversations with the trailblazers in music, performing arts, sports, and film. It's all about uncovering the pulse of the culture in entertainment and sports - and doing a little self-discovery along the way. I'm here to inspire you to find your own creative "interlude," to ignite that journey full of fun and awe that audiences are eager to experience. Every Wednesday, I offer you a glimpse into the evolving culture of the entertainment and sports, all while weaving in the music that connects us. It's an invitation to explore, learn, and be moved – with an original soundtrack that inspires.

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From First Sponsor to Full Circle: Karen Glace on Faith, Purpose & Overcoming | Ep. 1013
Apr 25, 2026
How Great Leaders Think, Communicate, and Grow with Janice Coleman
Apr 06, 2026
From Vision to Impact: Danita E. Patterson and the Power of Apprenticeship
Mar 28, 2026
Why Sade Lauryn and Mariah Belong in the 2026 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Mar 05, 2026
I Am Somebody: The Legacy of Reverend Jesse Jackson
Feb 24, 2026
From Danja Mowf to Legacy Builder: DJ Culture & Family
Feb 13, 2026
From Snowstorms to Soundtracks: Winter Music, AI Tools, and Podcast Creativity
Jan 29, 2026
Why It Took 8 Years to Start: A DJ Culture Moment
Jan 24, 2026
Music, Movies, and Moving Forward: Visioning Into 2026
Dec 29, 2025
I Almost Quit Podcasting — And the Five Reminders That Saved Me
Dec 11, 2025
Brotherhood, Legacy & Jam Sessions: Rodney Edge Sr. with Val The Voice
Oct 23, 2025
From Vinyl to Vision: The New Beat and Business Behind The Interludes Podcast
Oct 10, 2025
What Problem Does Your Podcast Solve?
Sep 24, 2025
From Washington Black to Birthday Vibes: A Talk on Tuesdays Replay
Aug 01, 2025
Beats, Bars & Big Dreams: Farrah Da Prince, Tizone & the Pull-Up Podcast Anthem
Jun 25, 2025
Sacred Success & The Wake-Up Call to Prosperity
Jun 06, 2025
Beyond the Music: Christian Ray Flores' Journey from Pop Stardom to Spiritual Awakening
May 01, 2025
Midlife Empowerment with Jill Collins
Feb 27, 2025
Back On The Block: The Comeback Will Be Televised
Feb 13, 2025
Madam President Deferred: The Morning After
Nov 12, 2024
Breaking Free from Toxic Patterns with Lekeisha Mosley
Oct 31, 2024
Jesus and Justice II: Faith in Action with Cresenda Jones & Kevin Holland
Sep 29, 2024
Season 9 Premiere: Tech, Creativity & Faith with J. Melane Wise
Sep 16, 2024
Legacy and Life: A Conversation with Actress Tracy Brooks
Aug 22, 2024
Behind the Mic: The Interludes Journey
Jun 26, 2024
A DJ Saved My Life: The Story Behind the Book
May 25, 2024
My Mother Is a Superhero: A Conversation with CJ Charles
Apr 04, 2024
Remembering BO$$: A Trailblazer in Hip-Hop
Mar 15, 2024
The Many Stories of Martha’s Vineyard with Alvin Malcolm Daniels
Mar 07, 2024
Juvey D & Ant: Wendell Moore’s Film Journey
Feb 29, 2024
Authenticity in Motion: Kingsley’s Indie Evolution
Feb 21, 2024
A Legend in Motion: April Weeden-White
Feb 14, 2024
The Interludes Podcast with Val “The Voice” Johnson
Feb 07, 2024
Steps of Soul: Experiencing the Magic of Alvin Ailey
Jan 09, 2024
Restructure, Reinvent, Repeat: The Interludes Journey
Dec 07, 2023
R&B Groove Thing & The Power of Resilience with Karla Braithwaite
Nov 29, 2023
The AfterShow with Val “The Voice”: Spotlight on Actress Angela Crook & Independent Creativity
Nov 16, 2023
Painting with Purpose: Terrance P. Elmore on Healing, Creativity & Consistency
Oct 18, 2023
Beyond the Buzzer: Faith, Legacy & Greatness with NBA Legend Terry “TC” Cummings
Oct 11, 2023
Celebrating Heritage Through Storytelling with Miros Azuara
Sep 29, 2023
Your Winning Season with Dr. Anthony D. Shannon (Speaker T)
Sep 20, 2023
Breaking Barriers: Fisk University Gymnastics with Coach Corrinne Tarver
Sep 15, 2023
TSU, Tradition & The King of Pop with Dr. Mikki Allen
Aug 30, 2023
A Full-Circle Moment: Revisiting Interludes with Jori O’Neale
Aug 23, 2023
Telling Truth Through Film: Andrew & Linda Tyler on Art, Advocacy & The Amir Locke Story
Aug 04, 2023
The Musical Language of Mark Allen Felton
Jul 19, 2023
Summer Escapes & Festival Vibes: Exploring the Best of 2023
Jul 13, 2023
Resilient Journey: A Conversation with Jesse Campbell
Jun 28, 2023
Beyond the Beat: Celebrating 50 Years of Hip-Hop
Jun 23, 2023
Spinning the Story: DJ Krate Digga on Hip-Hop, Legacy & Black Music Month
Jun 14, 2023
Inside the Game: Merl Code on the Business of College Hoops
Jun 07, 2023
Building with Purpose: Azaniah Israel on Tech, Vision & Business Growth
May 31, 2023
Remakes, Reboots & Revving Up: Hollywood’s New Wave of Franchises
May 18, 2023
Behind the Curtain: Paulette McDaniels on Acting, Advocacy & the Writers Strike
May 11, 2023
Judging a Book by Its Cover: The Art of Book Design with Natalie Stokes-Peters
May 03, 2023
Dear Mama: The Legacy of Tupac & Afeni Shakur
Apr 26, 2023
Behind the Scenes of “Seasoned” with Aretha “Ms. Respect” Tatum & Tracy Kincaide
Apr 19, 2023
The Write Stage: A Conversation with Playwright Monique Lisa Johnson
Apr 12, 2023
The Real Reason for the Season: A Conversation on Easter with Phil Fox
Apr 05, 2023
Words That Endure: Celebrating Toni Morrison, Octavia Butler & Victoria Christopher Murray
Mar 30, 2023
A Soldier of Light: Lekeisha Mosley on Faith, Service & Entrepreneurship
Mar 22, 2023
Women in Motion: Honoring Debbie Allen & Judith Jamison
Mar 16, 2023
Behind the Lens: Celebrating Black Women Filmmakers
Mar 09, 2023
Breaking Tinted Ceilings: Celebrating Trailblazing Women in Leadership
Mar 03, 2023
Back to the House: The Chicago Sound That Moved the World
Feb 23, 2023
Soulmates & Standards: A Valentine’s Conversation with Val “The Voice” and Mr. Wamble
Feb 16, 2023
Faith Focus Flow: Tasha “TC” Cooper on Building a Business with Purpose
Feb 08, 2023
Revisiting History: The 1619 Project on Hulu
Feb 02, 2023
And the Oscar Goes To… Predictions with Val “The Voice” Johnson & Michael Wamble
Jan 26, 2023
Walking in Purpose: A Conversation with Jori O’Neale
Jan 19, 2023
A Legacy of Leadership: Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. & Coach John Saintignon
Jan 12, 2023
Back to the 90s: The Best Man & The Decade That Defined Us
Jan 05, 2023
Cuffing Season: Playing Defense in the Game of Love
Dec 15, 2022
Style, Sound & Storytelling: The Creative Vision of Wilbur Pack Jr.
Dec 07, 2022
Fearless & Free: The Journey of Motivational Speaker Christie Love
Dec 01, 2022
Walking for Awareness: Karla Braithwaite on Life with Epilepsy
Nov 24, 2022
Wakanda Forever: An Epic Sequel & Cultural Journey
Nov 17, 2022
Preacher’s Kids: The Untold Stories with Alvin Malcolm Daniels
Nov 02, 2022
The Time Is Now: A Conversation with Tracy R. Kincaide
Oct 26, 2022
Beyond the Blockbusters: Black Stories on the Big & Small Screens
Oct 19, 2022
The Sweet Sound of Words: Terrance P. Elmore & The Brown Sugar Café
Oct 12, 2022
Faith, Finances & Freedom: A Conversation with Dr. Raykel Tolson
Oct 05, 2022
Homecoming: The Black College Experience on Screen
Sep 29, 2022
Fall Reflections & Fierce Stories: The Woman King Review
Sep 22, 2022
Courtside Conversations: Coach Ty Evans on Leadership & Women’s Basketball
Sep 14, 2022
What's Worth Binging: Emmy Awards Preview
Sep 07, 2022
Our Voice Matters: Celebrating Playwright Christine Houston with Felisha McNeal
Aug 31, 2022
Unlocking Leadership: Building Business & Purpose with Shirrod Le’Det
Aug 24, 2022
The VMAs: Val & Michael’s Picks for Artists Who Rise Above the Noise
Aug 18, 2022
Breaking the Grass Ceiling: African Americans in Golf with Jim Beatty
Aug 10, 2022
Spotlight on Storytelling: Andrew Tyler & The Wheaton Film Festival
Aug 04, 2022
Welcome to the Director’s Chair: Iconic Actor–Director Collaborations
Jul 27, 2022
A Taste of Summer: Chicago Festivals, Music & Vibes
Jul 20, 2022
Laugh It Up Live: Comedy, Courage & Hitting the Stage with IYH Innertainment
Jul 13, 2022
Women in Business Spotlight: Deloris Williams of Divine Connections
Jul 08, 2022
100 Episodes & Counting: Celebrating the Journey with Val “The Voice” Johnson
Jul 01, 2022
The Sound of Blackness: More Than Music, It’s the Soul of a People
Jun 22, 2022
The Black Sway on the Great White Way: Broadway’s Bold Legacy
Jun 15, 2022
Give the Drummer Some: Live Music & the State of Sound with Kendall Nesbit
Jun 08, 2022
BBQ, Soul & Summer Flicks: A Memorial Day Special
May 26, 2022
Remembering Malcolm
May 18, 2022
Sunshine of Self-Care
May 11, 2022
A Momma’s Love Is Timeless
May 04, 2022
Seasoned the Series
Apr 27, 2022
I Am My Father's Keeper
Apr 21, 2022
Being Booked and Busy Creatives
Apr 13, 2022
We Be Cooking Keto
Apr 06, 2022
An Interludes Grammys Preview
Mar 30, 2022
Get to Branding That Business
Mar 23, 2022
Bridging the Gap in Tech
Mar 16, 2022
Telling HER Story in Motion
Mar 10, 2022
Telling HER Story
Mar 03, 2022
Saving Money Matters
Feb 24, 2022
Making Money Matter
Feb 17, 2022
Juicy 4U
Feb 10, 2022
Making Dreams Happen
Feb 03, 2022
Self Love In Progress
Jan 27, 2022
Planting Wellness
Jan 19, 2022
Representation Matters
Jan 13, 2022
New Year, New Moves: Making the Movie Pt 3
Jan 06, 2022
Year in Review 2021
Dec 23, 2021
Free Your Mind
Dec 15, 2021
Real Estate Matters
Dec 09, 2021
Light In The World
Dec 03, 2021
Chicago Cares with Angela Hurlock
Nov 25, 2021
It's About Busine$$
Nov 18, 2021
Engineering Your Best Life
Nov 10, 2021
Ignite the Spark of Science
Nov 04, 2021
Making Dreams Reality
Oct 28, 2021
Squid Game: Debt & Dystopia
Oct 21, 2021
Full Court Press: Candace Parker, the WNBA Finals, and the Fight for Respect
Oct 14, 2021
Making Business Work with Stan Matthews
Oct 07, 2021
Lights, Camera, Next Steps
Sep 29, 2021
Wellness Check: Healing in Uncertain Times
Sep 23, 2021
Men of Distinction: The Legacy of the Pullman Porters
Sep 15, 2021
Love and Resilience: A Wedding Week to Remember
Sep 09, 2021
Back to the Classroom: Teaching Through Uncertainty
Sep 02, 2021
Back to School: Leadership Lessons with Dr. Shawn Brown
Aug 26, 2021
Behind the Lens: Bernadette Speakes on Vision, Growth, and Respect
Aug 21, 2021
Why the Wait: Faith, Purpose, and the Journey of Melika Miller
Aug 11, 2021
From Love Jones to All American: The Evolution of Bernadette Speakes
Aug 05, 2021
Roll Camera: Building the Dream from Script to Screen
Jul 28, 2021
Court Vision: Coaching, Mentorship, and the Game of Life
Jul 21, 2021
The Unexpected Detour: Frances Hammond on Survival and Mindset
Jul 15, 2021
Defining Space: From the Personal to the Infinite
Jul 07, 2021
A Year of Interludes: Reflections, Highlights, and New Beginnings
Jul 01, 2021
The Awesome Dad Playbook: Parenting, Purpose, and Playlists
Jun 24, 2021
Birchmere and Beyond: Poetry, Rhythm, and Black Music Month
Jun 16, 2021
Show the World: Kendall Nesbit and the Sound of Black Music Month
Jun 09, 2021
Yo Momma Got Jokes 2: Laughter, Motherhood, and the Return of Jori O’Neale
May 05, 2021
Turning the Page: Nzingha Nommo and the Fight to Keep Black Bookstores Alive
Apr 08, 2021
The Mysterious Mr. Wizdom: Dre Blaze Rodgers and the Power of Creating Your Own Story
Mar 31, 2021
Struggle Love: Redefining Romance on Screen
Mar 24, 2021
And the Oscar Goes To… Representation, Recognition, and the Return of the Movies
Mar 17, 2021
Flyte Tyme and Forward: Ms. Arnise, Minneapolis, and the Sound of Healing
Mar 10, 2021
Good Grief: Healing Through Film and Reflection
Mar 03, 2021
Expansion: Speech Thomas on Music, Message, and Moving Forward
Feb 25, 2021
The Essence of Soul Food: Pound Cake
Feb 17, 2021
Soul Food Stories: From EatOkra to the Roots of Okra
Feb 11, 2021
All About Harriet: The Legacy That Moves Us Forward
Feb 04, 2021
Speaking in Song: Discovering the Voices of Melika Miller & Aniya Lanai
Jan 27, 2021
Voices for Environmental Justice in Chicago’s Southeast Side
Jan 20, 2021
After the Insurrection: A Nation Under New Management
Jan 13, 2021
I Am Not Being Lazy: Understanding Through the Eyes of an Educator
Jan 06, 2021
Not Done: Women Remaking America
Dec 30, 2020
Rewind: Voices of Inspiration from 2020
Dec 23, 2020
Carjackings and Caution: Staying Safe on the Road
Dec 16, 2020
Nineveh Road: The Return Of…
Dec 09, 2020
The Other ER: Environmental Racism
Dec 02, 2020
What We’re Thankful For — Even Now
Nov 25, 2020
The Sound of Survival: Black Widow’s Love Manifesto
Nov 18, 2020
Countdown Meltdown: Election 2020
Nov 12, 2020
Telling America’s Story: A Conversation with Historian Ted Williams III
Nov 04, 2020
The State of Black Women’s Lives in America: Voices of Strength & Reflection
Oct 28, 2020