3 Nov 2022 · 1 h 33 min
Books from Dame Dash
“Dame Dash: The Man That DISCOVERED & Built Jay-z & Kanye West!”
Books mentioned
No books were mentioned by name in this conversation (or none could be confirmed in a book catalogue).
The conversation
Dame Dash, co-founder of Roc-A-Fella Records, shares his journey from childhood loss to building a hip-hop empire. He discusses his independent business philosophy, discovering Jay-Z and Kanye West, and his current ventures in art and media. The episode covers his views on systemic programming, hiring, parenting, and grief.
Talking points
- Childhood and loss of his mother
- Founding Roc-A-Fella after label rejections
- Independent business philosophy and anti-corporate stance
- Discovering Jay-Z and Kanye West
- Views on systemic programming in education
- Hiring philosophy and positivity
- Work-life balance and therapy
- Grief over Aaliyah's death