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5 Disc Changer is a laid-back, culture-forward podcast where music is the starting point—but never the whole story. Ashley Autumn sits down with artists, comedians, thinkers, and everyday legends to talk about the songs that shaped them and the lives they’re shaping now. From parking lot anthems to cultural deep dives, every episode spins something real. This is the soundtrack of the culture. Enjoy the ride.
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Friday Sep 12, 2025
Friday Sep 12, 2025
On this episode of 5 Disc Changer, host Ashley Autumn is joined by two powerhouse executives shaping music and culture: Kim Ortiz (co-founder of The L.O.V.E. Academy, CEO of Prospective Media Management) and Janiro Hawkins II (co-founder of the Southern Entertainment Awards, Music Supervisor at Onyx Theory Arts).
Together, we dig into their five-disc picks—from Lupe Fiasco and Donny Hathaway to Outkast, Willow, and Mac Miller—and uncover the stories behind why those songs matter. The conversation moves deeper into industry shifts: how audiences are responding to artists like Drake and Young Thug losing momentum, what’s next for independent voices, and how tech, TikTok, and AI are reshaping the music landscape.
As always, we ride through the segments you love:
🎧 5 Disc Changer – the music that shaped our guests
🗣️ Cultural Convo – industry shifts and behind-the-scenes truths
🚗 Parking Lot Pimpin’ – the track you blast pulling out the lot
📓 Liner Notes – reflections on legacy and leaving the culture better than you found it
This one’s for the music nerds, the industry insiders, and anybody who knows the right track at the right time can change everything.
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