heartdea13r w/ chr1stoph3r g0nda
heartdea13r w/ chr1stoph3r g0nda
Podcast Description
For 20+ years, Christopher Gonda has been building platforms that celebrate music, culture & storytelling. Through V13 Media Group, he aims to amplify unique voices, bridging the underground and the iconic. The heartdea13r Podcast is his way of gathering and sharing knowledge from some of the brightest minds and most passionate voices across the entertainment industry. It’s a space for conversations about artistry, mental health, entrepreneurship, and everything that fuels a life driven by creativity, passion, and balance—love & logic.
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Content Themes
The show explores diverse themes such as artistry, mental health, and entrepreneurship, with episodes focusing on unique industry insights from guests, such as Darren Moore discussing live audience engagement, Nathan Aurora on balancing family and music creation, and Marshal Dutton emphasizing DIY production success.

For 20+ years, Christopher Gonda has been building platforms that celebrate music, culture & storytelling. Through V13 Media Group, he aims to amplify unique voices, bridging the underground and the iconic. The heartdea13r Podcast is his way of gathering and sharing knowledge from some of the brightest minds and most passionate voices across the entertainment industry. It’s a space for conversations about artistry, mental health, entrepreneurship, and everything that fuels a life driven by creativity, passion, and balance—love & logic.
heartdea13r Podcast // Episode 41 // James Rhodes
Summary
In this conversation, James Rhodes, President & Co-Founder, FiXT Music, discusses the importance of deep work, productivity, and the balance between work and family life. Together with host chr1stoph3r, they explore James's journey into the music industry, the role of a manager, and the significance of creating a fair label environment. The discussion emphasizes the value of communication, relationships, and the evolving landscape of the music industry, particularly in the context of streaming. James shares insights on how artists can navigate their careers and the importance of consistency and service-oriented mindsets in achieving success.
Takeaways
– Deep work is essential for productivity.
– Balancing work and family is crucial for well-being.
– The journey into music can be unpredictable but rewarding.
– A good manager adds value to an artist's career.
– Fair deals in the music industry are vital for artist success.
– Communication is key in maintaining relationships.
– Navigating the music industry requires adaptability.
– Streaming is a significant part of the music business.
– Consistency in releasing music helps grow an audience.
– A service-oriented mindset can lead to personal and professional growth.

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