The Business of Entertainment Turns One!

17 May 2024, Cape Town – The Business of Entertainment on CapeTalk, hosted by Martin Myers every Thursday at 9 pm, has enjoyed a stellar year since the show’s launch in May 2023.

With no less than 52 episodes aired, all focusing on global inspirational leaders in The Business of Entertainment, the show continues to attract a growing audience on-air and online.

Hosted by Music Exchange founder Martin Myers, this weekly half-hour reveal delivers bespoke and exclusive insights into the minds and careers of award-winning creatives, with a strong focus on the business side of the creative industry.

Each episode offers listeners a candid, focused conversation between Myers and his carefully selected guest on The Business of Entertainment, be it music- books-, philanthropy-, film-, mental health- or sports-focused, at its core, anything to do with the leisure rand and how it is expended, post creation.

Myers says, “The conversations are always focussed on being entertaining and inspirational, peppered with true stories, first-person accounts and invaluable tips from the people who’ve made a successful living from their craft.

“We bring key executives and trailblazers onto the station to delve into every aspect of their entertainment business reality.”

Highlighted guests include:

Dr Trevor Jones, the global film composer, also graciously gifted the show its opening and closing music.

Marc Marot, the former managing director of Island Records and serial entrepreneur.

Jason Grishkoff, founder of SubmitHub.

Suzanne Ackerman, founder of Feed the Nation.

Siphokazi Jonas, an award-winning spoken word artist, producer, author, activist, and actor.

Wouter Kellerman, two-time Grammy Award winner.

Robert Plummer, Penguin Random House.

Michael Yormark -President of Roc Nation Sports International

John Fishlock,- Music Publisher.

Laura Vincenti – Director Investec Art Fair

“We ultimately unpack what it takes to make a living in this space,” adds Myers.

CapeTalk station manager Tessa van Staden says, “CapeTalk is passionate about supporting creatives.

“Artists, musicians, sculptors, performers, directors and authors hold a mirror to society to reflect who and what we are,” she adds. “They play one of the most challenging and vital functions, often without the necessary backing or resources.

“This segment always shares practical tips for those starting in the industry. The Business of Entertainment inspires our audience while championing those who have paved a way in the sector,” Van Staden concludes.

The guests over the last year have been outstanding, starting with Dr Trevor Jones and have included:

• Marc Marot

• Siphokazi Jonas

• Jeremy Loops

• Michael Yormark

• Jason Curtis

• Jarrod Aston

• Jason Grishkoff

• John Fishlock

• Wouter Kellerman

• Duncan Cruickshank

• Lesley Wells

• John Fishlock

• Nick Dall

• Roy Harman

• Robert Plummer

• Sipho Hotstix Mabuse

• Ryan Vrede

• Billy Monama

• Ian Martin

• Dr Rachel Adams

• Dr Stephen van der Merwe

• Shakatak and and many more

Special thanks to producers Barry Mare and Brett Kannemeyer, and Casey Barclay, who designs the weekly poster for each guest.

A mention, too, to Tessa van Staden, who saw the vision and ran with the show from the outset.

We encourage you to tune into The Business of Entertainment every Thursday at 9 pm.

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