# EP104: "Amani Roberts Interview!"

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Podcast: [The Tim Kulig Free Music Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-tim-kulig-free-music-podcast-6648744)
Published: 2026-07-23T14:11:00+00:00
Episode link: https://timkuligfreemusic.podbean.com/e/ep104-amani-roberts-interview/
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## Resource

Join me this week for my exciting interview with Amani Roberts! In this episode, Amani Roberts shares his journey from growing up in DC to becoming a DJ, music business professor, and author. He discusses his innovative programs that use music to teach leadership, resilience, and creativity, as well as his insights on branding, marketing, and the future of music industry careers. Amani and his work can all be explored at amaniexperience.com ! Chapters 00:00 Introduction and background of Amani Roberts01:17 Amani's early influences and start in music02:22 The Scratch Academy experience and training04:08 Equipment and curriculum at Scratch Academy06:46 Final exam and real-world DJ training07:59 Virtual DJ platforms and authenticity09:46 Virtual events during the pandemic11:02 Speaking engagements and workshops12:27 Music as a barrier breaker in team building13:02 Overcoming corporate shell and engaging participants13:45 Other speaking programs and frameworks14:12 The framework of Resilient and Brilliant15:07 Artist stories of reinvention and persistence16:34 Writing and influence in the music industry17:25 The freedom of royalty-free music and creative expression18:39 Amani's books on R&B history and industry evolution19:26 The rise and fall of physical media and music trends20:44 Amani's connection to R&B and its future22:36 The timelessness of R&B and its influence25:02 Emulation and blueprint of successful artists26:56 Future plans and growth of Amani Roberts27:44 How to connect with Amani Roberts Follow me for more royalty free music: https://timkulig.com/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063945225723 https://www.patreon.com/timkulig https://www.instagram.com/timkuligfreemusic/ Tim Kulig \ timkulig.com

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