Welcome to the Culture FYI’RS Podcast. Culture FYI’RS is a creative collaboration meetup held weekly at the FYI Campus in Los Angeles. Each week, we feature a fireside chat with a guest, showcase projects being worked on by members of the FYI community, and share product updates for FYI.AI, the creative collaboration app co-founded by will.i.am.

Learn more about FYI:

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This week, our guest is radio personality and best-selling author, Patty Rodriguez, CEO and founder of Lil' Libros, a groundbreaking children's book publishing company dedicated to celebrating the American Latino experience.

Patty's journey is nothing short of extraordinary. From her early days in radio, where she learned the power of storytelling and human connection, to her courageous leap into entrepreneurship after facing personal challenges, her story is a testament to resilience and passion. In this conversation with FYI Chief Growth Officer Julie Pilat, Patty shares her transformative experience of losing her home to a fire, which reignited her determination to create a space where children can see themselves represented in literature.

Join us as Patty discusses her philosophy of "no is the answer," flipping the narrative of rejection into motivation. She reflects on the importance of community and the impact of her bilingual books, which aim to instill pride in cultural identity among young readers. Discover how Patty turned her dreams into reality, building a brand that not only fills a void in the market but also empowers her community.

Check out the project link to this Culture FYI’RS event with Patty :

https://fyi.me/p/Txn2Hv1Endg02oG2U4Y4WGDN-WG29jxRNS18Q3g7Skg=

Want to attend a Culture FYI’RS event in person at the FYI Campus in Los Angeles? Hit the link below to see a schedule of who’s speaking at a future event and to RSVP to join the next session.

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This episode’s Culture FYI’RS event was produced by FYI co-founder will.i.am, Aminah Muhammad, Emily Choi, Frankie Sandoval, Giuliana Rodriguez, Jafet Chavez, Julie Pilat, Lilly Kam, Markus Nielsen-Kolding, Roneal Madlani, Sean Kantrowitz, Shania Jafari, Taylor Weng, the FYI Product Team, and of course, the FYI Community. The podcast is edited by Rob Van Vranken.

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Welcome to the Culture FYI’RS Podcast. Culture FYI’RS is a creative collaboration meetup held weekly at the FYI Campus in Los Angeles. Each week, we feature a fireside chat with a guest, showcase projects being worked on by members of the FYI community, and share product updates for FYI.AI, the creative collaboration app co-founded by will.i.am.

Learn more about FYI:

https://fyi.me/p/jointhemovement

This week, our guest is Gahl Sasson, a multi-talented creative force. Gahl works as a performer, musician, and composer. Gahl's journey has been nothing short of fascinating, from his early days discussing Kabbalah to his current focus on the transformative energies of 2025.

In this conversation, with FYI Chief Growth Officer Julie Pilat, Gahl sets the tone for the spring equinox, sharing his thoughts on the significance of this time and how it aligns with the themes of shedding and renewal. He discusses the symbolism of the snake, the numerological implications of the year, and the powerful transformations that lie ahead as Pluto settles into Aquarius.

Listen in as Gahl explores the cyclical nature of astrology, encouraging us to reflect on our past while embracing the present. He offers grounding techniques for navigating the chaos of our times, emphasizing the importance of looking within to find clarity and direction. With a focus on community and connection, Gahl reminds us that we are all part of a larger tapestry, and our experiences are deeply intertwined.

Check out the project link to this Culture FYI’RS event with Ghal:

https://fyi.me/p/culturefyirs73

Want to attend a Culture FYI’RS event in person at the FYI Campus in Los Angeles? Hit the link below to see a schedule of who’s speaking at a future event and to RSVP to join the next session.

https://fyi.me/p/culturefyirs

This episode’s Culture FYI’RS event was produced by FYI co-founder will.i.am, Aminah Muhammad, Emily Choi, Frankie Sandoval, Giuliana Rodriguez, Jafet Chavez, Julie Pilat, Lilly Kam, Markus Nielsen-Kolding, Roneal Madlani, Sean Kantrowitz, Shania Jafari, Taylor Weng, the FYI Product Team, and of course, the FYI Community. The podcast is edited by Rob Van Vranken.

Download FYI.AI for free in the App Store and Google Play

Welcome to the Culture FYI’RS Podcast. Culture FYI’RS is a creative collaboration meetup held weekly at the FYI Campus in Los Angeles. Each week, we feature a fireside chat with a guest, showcase projects being worked on by members of the FYI community, and share product updates for FYI.AI, the creative collaboration app co-founded by will.i.am.

Learn more about FYI:

https://fyi.me/p/jointhemovement

Our guest this week is someone whose journey reads like a Hollywood screenplay itself – from the protest lines of 1970s Upstate New York to the boardrooms of major record labels, through courthouse hallways to historic album releases that changed hip-hop forever.

Dina LaPolt is an entertainment attorney and music industry powerhouse. As a young girl whose activist mother took her to Black Panther protests, Dina was instilled with a lifelong commitment to justice and advocacy that would later define her approach to entertainment law. She notably was the entertainment attorney for the Tupac Shakur estate – and one of her earliest clients was Tupac’s mother, activist Afeni Shakur.

Today, she's fighting for creator empowerment in an era of endless streaming platforms, championing the "No Fakes Act" to protect artists' likenesses, and sharing her hard-won wisdom through her forthcoming book "Street Smart,” which will be published in October – a raw, honest look at her journey through the music industry's highest highs and most challenging moments.

Whether you're an aspiring artist, a music industry professional, or someone who simply loves the stories behind the music, this conversation is going to give you an insider's perspective on how the entertainment business really works – and how one woman's commitment to justice continues to shape it for the better.

Check out the project link to this Culture FYI’RS event with Dina:

https://fyi.me/p/culturefyirs76

Want to attend a Culture FYI’RS event in person at the FYI Campus in Los Angeles? Hit the link below to see a schedule of who’s speaking at a future event and to RSVP to join the next session.

https://fyi.me/p/culturefyirs

This episode’s Culture FYI’RS event was produced by FYI co-founder will.i.am, Aminah Muhammad, Emily Choi, Frankie Sandoval, Giuliana Rodriguez, Jafet Chavez, Julie Pilat, Lilly Kam, Markus Nielsen-Kolding, Roneal Madlani, Sean Kantrowitz, Shania Jafari, Taylor Weng, the FYI Product Team, and of course, the FYI Community. The podcast is edited by Rob Van Vranken.

Download FYI.AI for free in the App Store and Google Play