Summary Christopher Hicks discusses the evolution of Atlanta's entertainment scene and the sense of community that has allowed it to flourish.

He highlights the collaborative nature of the city, where individuals support and help each other in various fields. Hicks also mentions the growth and attention Atlanta has received, both from a population standpoint and in the political landscape.

However, he acknowledges that the city has become more crowded and may not evoke the same warmth as before. Despite this, Hicks sees opportunities for success, particularly in the film and TV space, and believes that Atlanta has the potential to launch intellectual property and drive narratives. Takeaways Atlanta's entertainment scene has evolved and grown over the years, with a strong sense of community and collaboration among individuals. The city has seen increased attention and growth, both in terms of population and political landscape.

Opportunities for success exist in the film and TV space, with Atlanta having a favorable tax credit and the potential to launch intellectual property. Despite the changes, Atlanta retains a sense of community, although it may not evoke the same warmth as before. Sound Bites "Atlanta's a crown jewel of the South. It has had the benefit of 50-plus years of Black leadership." "Atlanta has been highly competitive, but highly, highly collaborative." "There were several seeds that were planted before they're doing what they're doing that allowed Black men to think this is possible." Chapters 00:00 Christopher Hicks' Background and Passion 05:43 The Importance of Black Ownership and Recognition JOIN THE NEWSLETTER 📫 Be the first to hear about behind the scenes, new episode drops and live shows near you! Sign up: https://tr.ee/QJ4c7FUWBj LISTEN TO THE SHOW iTunes: http://bit.ly/3XDA3sl Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3D33sCM JOIN OUR COMMUNITY 📸 Instagram: https://instagram.com/cultureraisesus 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/cultureraisesus 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cultureraisesus ABOUT US Culture Raises US. It isn’t just something we’re impacted by, it’s also something we can impact. As empowered stewards of Culture, it’s time to get smart on how we can continue influencing society while breaking new grounds. On Culture Raises US, Astor Chambers invites you to join for honest, insightful, and challenging conversations with pioneering cultivators across music, fashion, tech, sports, art, and entertainment.