"Before The Pop" with Toni Estes

"Before The Pop" with Toni Estes

Toni Estes has conversations with some of the worlds most influential people. Conversations that center around the period of time before they "Popped"! The hurdles and hardships, tests and trials. The intention is to inspire listeners to push through knowing that there's real greatness on the other side of the hurdle.

Episodes

November 3, 2023 8 mins
Toni talks about a couple of her false starts. She’s definitely had more than a couple, but these are just the ones she added to the episode. Stay encouraged!
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Toni is touching base about where the podcast is headed and what to expect next!
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July 23, 2023 28 mins

I'm talking to Jennifer Allen this week! She talks about what made her decide to start her business, Just Elope LLC. She's done micro luxury ceremonies for a long list of clients and that list includes some of the hottest celebrities and influencers. If you want an amazing wedding or if you just want to hear a conversation that will inspire you should definitely watch this one!

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Jacque M, handbag designer and owner of the Build a Bag Experience(BABE) talks about how she went from the banking industry making six figures to unemployed to designing handbags that celebrities couldn't get enough of! This is just part 1! It was a GREAT conversation!!!

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July 23, 2023 19 mins

Jacque M, handbag designer and owner of the Build a Bag Experience(BABE) talks about how she went from the banking industry making six figures to unemployed to designing handbags that celebrities couldn't get enough of! This is just part 1! It was a GREAT conversation!!!

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The conversation with Tiara Calhoun, owner of the Sugar Suite Lounge was amazing! We discussed how she ended up in the beauty industry and killing it after being a pediatric oncology nurse. The story is CRAZY, but proves the point that you can bounce back better!

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June 16, 2023 20 mins

The conversation with Tiara Calhoun, owner of the Sugar Suite Lounge was amazing! We discussed how she ended up in the beauty industry and killing it after being a pediatric oncology nurse. The story is CRAZY, but proves the point that you can bounce back better!

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April 28, 2023 60 mins

Faith discusses her entry into the music business and what she had to do survive the in the early stages of starting her company, Tenth Child Inc. It's a great conversation!

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April 14, 2023 74 mins

A great conversation about Tony's time on tour with Kanye West, his journey to music and his upcoming project!

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March 24, 2023 64 mins

Me and Chef Jolie the owner of a successful Dallas based catering company, Low Country Quisine discuss her entry into the food space and some of the challenges she faced before the popped!

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March 9, 2023 66 mins

Slikk has produced Ariana Grande, Chris Brown, Ty Dolla $ign, Jamie Foxx, Tamela Mann and Lecrae to name a few. He talks about his journey into the music business as well as the biggest setback of his career that threatened to end IT ALL! You don't want to miss this conversation!

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February 24, 2023 54 mins

A conversation with co-founder and owner of Community National Title, Johnny Collins. He discussed the ups and downs of business ownership and how to stay in the fight! 

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February 8, 2023 13 mins

The pandemic had me in a chokehold! Now that we've found our way out of it, i'm ready to talk again! Welcome back! 

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February 10, 2020 45 mins

A continuation of my conversation with "Fuzzy" West. He expounds on one of his biggest regrets and why it has that title. Press Play!

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February 3, 2020 26 mins

A conversation with VP of Artist Relations and Strategy for Motown Records, Fuzzy West. He talks about his journey to and through the music industry. From his stint working with Dr. Dre to the first time he met Michael Jackson....Yep, MICHAEL JACKSON!!! He even shared one of his biggest regrets! Press Play!

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March 31, 2019 55 mins

A conversation with Emmy and Grammy award winning producer about her experiences "Before The Pop". She talks about the best piece of advice she's gotten and what she NEVER bases her production decisions on. Press Play!

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March 24, 2019 56 mins

A conversation with Peezy about her introduction into the music business and her journey to being a marketing director in the industry. She also discusses one of her biggest mistakes/lessons on the way. Press Play...

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March 24, 2019 47 mins

Warryn Campbell talks to us about some of his most memorable "Before The Pop" moments. He shares one of his embarrassing moments he had with a HUGE music executive and the lesson he learned. He also talked about the advice his father gave him that separated him from every other musician. Press play...

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