The Unconventional Pursuit is a podcast that documents the work and journey of full-time creatives who are dedicated to their craft and pursuing their dreams. Hosted by Kristie Taiwo-Makanjuola, discover why and how this podcast came about and learn more about what you can expect in the coming episodes.
-
-JOIN FACEBOOK GROUP: https://bit.ly/30HpA1J

FOLLOW US ON IG: https://bit.ly/2TCBbO8

Daniel's IG (Music Producer): www.instagram.com/danieloyefusi

Amani's IG (Graphic Designer): www.instagram.com/killmajin

KRISTIE'S IG: https://bit.ly/2G7Echi

KRISTIE'S TWITTER: https://bit.ly/38lvWGB

KRISTIE'S BLOG: www.adventureswithkris.com

EPISODE 0-Welcome to The Unconventional Pursuit

Welcome Back to The Unconventional Pursuit! On today's episode, we had the opportunity to chat with Alex Asifo aka Al Maralen. Alex is a rapper, comedian, writer, and producer from the DMV (Maryland). He is also a member of a band called 10issues. His work ranges from NPR, The Late Show, Sway in the Morning, & WAMU. He  strives to make a name for himself, balancing music and comedy in the bustling streets of New York City.

JOIN FACEBOOK GROUP: https://bit.ly/30HpA1J

 FOLLOW US ON IG: https://bit.ly/2TCBbO8 

ALEX'S IG: https://bit.ly/2sZzjUF

ALEX'S TWITTER: https://bit.ly/2RP4BpP

10 ISSUES BAND IG: https://bit.ly/36A6uMw

KRISTIE'S IG: https://bit.ly/2G7Echi 

KRISTIE'S TWITTER: https://bit.ly/38lvWGB

KRISTIE'S YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3lzCwjd 

OUR MUSIC PRODUCER: https://bit.ly/3g0kDc7

OUR GRAPHIC DESIGNER: https://bit.ly/3fZbj8k

Episode 1 - Alex Asifo a.k.a. Al Maralen | Balancing Music & Stand-up Comedy, Moving to NYC etc.

On today's episode, we had the opportunity to sit with Alexis Primus, an actress from Washington, D.C. who recently graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a degree in Communications and Theatre. We chat a bit about the dynamics within the theatre department at her alma mater, post-grad life, and the MFA Acting grad school application process. We also touch on her thoughts on the lack of people of color within historical period dramas/pieces and relevant concerns with the film & theatre industry.

JOIN FACEBOOK GROUP: https://bit.ly/30HpA1J

 FOLLOW US ON IG: https://bit.ly/2TCBbO8 

ALEXIS' IG: https://bit.ly/2TGePL6

ALEXIS' TWITTER: https://bit.ly/2wNL42d

ALEXIS' FACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/39GRa2M

KRISTIE'S IG: https://bit.ly/2G7Echi 

KRISTIE'S TWITTER: https://bit.ly/38lvWGB

KRISTIE'S YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3lzCwjd 

OUR MUSIC PRODUCER: https://bit.ly/3g0kDc7

OUR GRAPHIC DESIGNER: https://bit.ly/3fZbj8k

Episode 2 - Alexis Primus | Acting & The Transition from College, Grad schools, Black Films etc.

Welcome back to The Unconventional Pursuit Podcast! After a few months away, we're back & we're better! On today's episode, our host, Kristie Taiwo-Makanjuola shares a bit about her whereabouts in the last few months. She also reveals what you can expect in the coming weeks on the show.

JOIN FACEBOOK GROUP: https://bit.ly/30HpA1J

 FOLLOW US ON IG: https://bit.ly/2TCBbO8 

KRISTIE'S IG: https://bit.ly/2G7Echi 

KRISTIE'S TWITTER: https://bit.ly/38lvWGB

KRISTIE'S YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3lzCwjd 

OUR MUSIC PRODUCER: https://bit.ly/3g0kDc7

OUR GRAPHIC DESIGNER: https://bit.ly/3fZbj8k

Episode 3 - We're Back! | Life & Podcast Updates

Alexandra (Alex) is a Graphic Designer and Author from Maryland. She has several self-published books both physical and audio such as: Somewhere In Southern Italy, Out of Time, Stories with Alex, Her Name Was Lucy and Bucket Hat & Beanie. All available on Barnes & Noble, Amazon Worldwide, Soundcloud and her website: iamalx.com 
Additionally, Alexandra has a knack for machine learning languages such as HTML, CSS, Pseudocode, and UML. 
On today's episode,  our host, Kristie Taiwo-Makanjuola sat down with Alexandra Jackson, a graphic designer and author from Maryland, USA. We talked her ability to balance Graphic Design and Writing, her process for writing and creating characters, COVID-19 and how that has impacted her as an artist and much more. Hope you enjoy! Feel free to give us a comment and a review down below.

JOIN FACEBOOK GROUP: https://bit.ly/30HpA1J

 FOLLOW US ON IG: https://bit.ly/2TCBbO8 

ALEX'S WEBSITE: https://bit.ly/2WbPRns

ALEX'S IG: https://bit.ly/3qRWfhR

ALEX'S TWITTER: https://bit.ly/37ZGrkz

KRISTIE'S IG: https://bit.ly/2G7Echi 

KRISTIE'S TWITTER: https://bit.ly/38lvWGB

KRISTIE'S YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3lzCwjd 

OUR MUSIC PRODUCER: https://bit.ly/3g0kDc7

OUR GRAPHIC DESIGNER: https://bit.ly/3fZbj8k

Episode 4 - Alexandra (Alex) Jackson | Graphic Designer/Author, Impacts of COVID, Writing Process

Welcome back to The Unconventional Pursuit Podcast! On today's episode,  our host, Kristie Taiwo-Makanjuola sat down with A'lahn, a singer/songwriter from Baltimore, Maryland. On this episode, we talked about her experience being signed as an artist under a record label and the transition of being  a signed artist to an independent artist. We also touched on COVID-19 and how the pandemic shifted things within her career/goals, and lastly we discussed the importance of mental health and taking time to take a step back, reconnect with yourself and much more. Hope you enjoy! Feel free to give us a comment and a review down below.

CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://bit.ly/3pfsE0d

JOIN FACEBOOK GROUP: https://bit.ly/30HpA1J

 FOLLOW US ON IG: https://bit.ly/2TCBbO8 

A'LAHN's IG: https://bit.ly/3mxDblH

A'LAHN's FACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/37xB0dw

KRISTIE'S IG: https://bit.ly/2G7Echi 

KRISTIE'S TWITTER: https://bit.ly/38lvWGB

KRISTIE'S YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3lzCwjd 

OUR MUSIC PRODUCER: https://bit.ly/3g0kDc7

OUR GRAPHIC DESIGNER: https://bit.ly/3fZbj8k

Episode 5 - A'lahn | Singer/Songwriter, Record Label to an Independent Artist, Working during COVID

Welcome back to The Unconventional Pursuit Podcast! On today's episode, our host, Kristie Taiwo-Makanjuola sat down with Ajit Samra, a Coordinator at HBO who works to ensure that over 51% of WarnerMedia's episodes/content are directed by Women and People of Color.  

On this episode, we talked about  how he networked his way into HBO, his experience as a Punjabi-American who deterred from the typical career path set for many first generation children, pursuing creative fields as a person of color, and his experience moving to Los Angeles. 

As a Punjabi-American, Ajit strives  to discover unique stories and refine his taste, whether that means championing others stories or making his own. In December 2020, he launched a Think Tank for South Asians in Hollywood called "Ancient Haveli Entertainment." This project strives to broadcast South Asian talent and their stories. To discover more, follow their instagram @Ancienthaveli. You can expect more content in 2021. Hope you enjoy! 

Feel free to give us a comment and a review down below.

CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: https://bit.ly/3pfsE0d

JOIN FACEBOOK GROUP: https://bit.ly/30HpA1J

 FOLLOW US ON IG: https://bit.ly/2TCBbO8 

AJIT's IG: https://bit.ly/37PLrZY

ANCIENT HAVELI ENTERTAINMENT: https://bit.ly/3mR5ADh

KRISTIE'S IG: https://bit.ly/2G7Echi 

KRISTIE'S TWITTER: https://bit.ly/38lvWGB

KRISTIE'S YOUTUBE: https://bit.ly/3lzCwjd 

OUR MUSIC PRODUCER: https://bit.ly/3g0kDc7

OUR GRAPHIC DESIGNER: https://bit.ly/3fZbj8k

Episode 6 - Ajit Samra | Working at HBO, Steering away from the career path set for 1st gen. kids

A podcast where we document the journey of full-time creatives and artists who are dedicated to their craft and pursuing their dreams.

The Unconventional Pursuit Podcast

Popular tracks