Step inside the pulse of LA’s 1980s Black radio revolution!In this powerful episode of Acting Smarter Now, Lydia Nicole takes you back to the golden era of KGFJ/KUTE102 FM, where voices became legends and young dreamers laid the foundation for today’s entertainment industry. Lydia reunites with her former KGFJ teammates, Denise Smith, Jacqueline Walker, and Andre Allen—sharing behind-the-scenes stories of hustle, history, and heart from their days as the Promotions Director, Receptionist, and Assistant Promotions Director during the station’s heyday.From hosting icons like Muhammad Ali to nurturing new talent and creating space for Black excellence in media, this conversation is overflowing with wisdom, laughter, and legacy. Discover what it took to thrive inside Inner City Broadcasting Corporation, one of the first Black-owned media powerhouses that changed the game forever. ✨Whether you’re chasing your acting dreams, building your brand, or love a good story about perseverance and purpose, this episode will leave you inspired to own your greatness and create your own lane in today’s entertainment world. 💪🏾🔥 Celebrate community. Honor creativity. Amplify determination.Drop a comment with your favorite old-school radio memory—who were your go-to DJs or stations growing up? Let’s keep the spirit of Black radio alive!#ActingSmarterNow #CommonSenseMamita #KGFJ #BlackRadio #LosAngeles #CareerEmpowerment #RadioLegends #BehindTheMic #HollywoodStories #ActingCareerCHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro01:11 - KGFJ AM 1230 and KUTE 102 FM02:56 - Hiring Process at KGFJ10:27 - Denise Smith - Promotions Director Insights11:27 - Working Experience at KGFJ19:59 - Remote Broadcast Experiences22:54 - Challenges for Young Black Women in Radio29:55 - Working for a Black-Owned Company31:39 - Jacqueline’s Career Transition to Radio36:04 - Importance of Diversity in Media39:58 - Community Involvement in Broadcasting43:48 - Being Selective in Career Choices46:23 - AI's Impact on Job Creation52:55 - Hal Jackson's Legacy55:50 - Behind the Scenes at a Radio Station01:01:40 - Carol Carper's Contributions01:06:42 - Denise Smith's Role at KGFJ01:10:10 - Denise Smith's Motivation01:11:13 - Lessons from Denise Smith01:11:51 - Lydia's Takeaways from Denise01:14:20 - Jacqueline’s Learning Experience with Denise01:19:39 - Final Thoughts on the Industry01:25:50 - OutroGet the Acting Smarter Digital Planner and Course bundle for free until Oct 15, 2025 Support the show

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