GLOTALKS SHOW - S1E5 - I WAS BORN WITH IT W/ JESSIE SIMMONS

 " People are full of wisdom. " - Jessie Simmons

This week's episode was very special to me. I sat down with Jessie Simmons, a multi-faceted artist from Ottawa, to discuss her journey through the music business. From overcoming industry challenges to the creation of her debut album "AMONI," Jessie shares her experiences, insights, and the inspiration behind her music.

When I was writing down the names of the first 10 guests for the Glotalks Show, Jessie was the first one on my list. I've always been fascinated by her story and seeing as she continues to break barriers, the story becomes more and more interesting.

When we met, she made it a point to scope me out of the crowd and introduce me to her entourage. As years went by, we got closer but, even then, her passion for music always shined through. So when I got the opportunity to sit down with her and talk about her life and journey in the music industry, I couldn't resist going back to the beginning. Where it all started.

In the episode, she talks about wanting to build a team with just women. That stood out to me because as a black woman in media, the industry isn't too accepting of women. We tend to be overlooked, underpaid and underestimated. Building an all women's team helps bring more women into the industry and shows representation for those yearning to become a part of it. She is celebrating 10 professional years into the industry. I asked her to describe what she would tell her younger self and she said :" First, invest in yourself. If you love something, learn it, invest in it, surround yourself with it. Constructive criticism is the most rewarding thing you can get. It helps more than you can think. A lot of people don't respond well to it. But it's much more needed than you think. Don't be afraid to let people in your space but also, be very selective of who you bring into your space." Those words were pure advise given by an older sister.

It was amazing hearing about the trials and tribulations she faced during the release of her debut album " AMONI ". When I asked her to describe how she incorporates spirituality into her art, she mentioned that a week before the release of her album, she studied the story of Joseph. He lost it all but God rewarded him ten folds. This story is one of my favorites from the bible. Each time I read it or hear about it, a new lesson is learned and I am so glad that through her 10th year journey, she was rewarded 10 folds. Her album is still receiving flowers and she is in high demand.

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This week's guest : Jessie Simmons

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Episode filmed and edited by : Tricky Lens

Intro song written and sang by : Jessie Simmons

Intro song produced by: Jeff Sanon

Dear God,

I thank you for the gift of friendship. I thank you for putting Jessie Simmons in my life the way you have. She has been a blessing through and through. The talent that you put within her, may it bare more fruits. May her voice touch souls around the world. May she always testify of your goodness and remember where she was, where she is and where you are taking her. Thank you for making all things work for her good!