Join host Ryan C. Greene as he sits down with Marcellus "Bassman" Shepard, a multi-talented voice actor, syndicated broadcaster, pit master, and father, on the Born To Be Dope podcast. In this captivating episode, Marcellus shares his inspiring journey from his early aspirations as a news broadcaster at Morgan State University to becoming a renowned voice in the entertainment industry. Discover how Marcellus navigated the competitive world of radio and voice acting, securing roles in commercials, films, and his own nationally syndicated show, "Cool Jazz Countdown." Along the way, Marcellus and Ryan delve into the influence of jazz on hip hop, the importance of meaningful messages in music, and the power of perseverance in the face of adversity. Get ready to be motivated as Marcellus encourages listeners to master their craft, embrace their unique talents, and be unapologetically great in their pursuits.

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00:00 Ryan C. Green's show helps you thrive.
04:26 Struggled with math, pursued broadcasting instead.
09:14 Discussing journey to national syndication, proving critics wrong.
12:24 Legacy hosts dominate public radio airtime slots.
13:13 Pitching show, research, and success in radio.
18:39 Using God-given name, adopted radio alias.
20:50 Discovered professional voice actors and sought training.
24:42 Coaching is essential for successful voiceover work.
27:32 Selected for gig after audition; live directed session.
31:11 Learning from background acting shaped my career.
33:57 Couldn't miss work, family on set is special.
36:12 Opportunity for creators to showcase work.
42:21 Casting for Born to Be Dope visual mixtape.
44:18 Celebrating hip hop's unapologetic and greater influence.
49:00 Interested in jazz, open to learning more.
52:01 Stopped watching award shows and commercial radio.
55:18 Kendrick Lamar's song speaks to finding strength.
57:21 Syndicated jazz show and conversations now available.