Change the Reel Podcast
Delve into the inspiring stories of business leaders from LGBTQ, women-identified, minority, and marginalized communities, and discover how they are reshaping the business landscape.
Podcast Episodes
1 9 S1 E9: Dr. Plummer: Revolutionizing Therapy Through Representation Change the Reel website TIME STAMPS CHANGE THE REEL with Piper and Monique LinkedIn:Apple Podcast:SpotifyYoutube Executive Producers: Monique Velasquez and Piper KesslerProducer: Arielle MortenDirector/Editor: Simon BeeryCopyright 2025 Monique & Piper
S1 E8 S1 E8: Going Live: How to Leverage Video Streaming for Real Business Impact In this episode of Change the Reel, Monique and Piper dive into the world of live video streaming – sharing compelling statistics, practical strategies, and overcoming the common objections that keep many business owners from embracing this powerful tool. Whether...
1 7 S1 E7: Ethical Storytelling and Representation in Film: A Conversation with Natalie Bullock Brown In this episode of Change the Reel, Monique and Piper sit down with documentary filmmaker and ethical storytelling champion Natalie Bullock Brown. From her journey through Howard University’s film program to her work with the Documentary Accountability Working Group...
1 6 S1 E6: Creating Content That Matters: Community Engagement and Social Impact In this episode of Change the Reel, Monique and Piper explore the essential relationship between content creation, community engagement, and making a meaningful social impact. From their new office space, they share insights on how businesses, nonprofits, and government entities can create...
1 5 S1 E5: Finding Your Authentic Voice – A Conversation with Chef Queen Precious-Jewel From the Bronx kitchen where she first learned to cook, to appearing on Gordon Ramsay’s Food Stars and building a thriving personal chef business, Chef Queen Precious-Jewel’s journey embodies what it means to change the narrative through authentic representation. In...
1 4 S1 E4: Let’s Talk Nonprofit Video: Getting the Most Bang for Your Buck We know nonprofits work with precious dollars, and every investment needs to count. In this episode, we’re breaking down five practical ways to make your video content work harder for your mission. No fancy jargon, just real strategies that get...
Ep. 2: Building Content That Connects: A Conversation with Fran Wescott Want to create content that genuinely resonates with your audience? In this episode, content strategist Fran Wescott breaks down how to build authentic connections through strategic storytelling. Why This Matters Now In today’s digital landscape, content creation goes far beyond just reaching new markets....
Ep. 3: The Ultimate Guide to Hiring a Video Crew (Without Getting Overwhelmed) Been tasked with creating a video project and feeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone. In this episode, Monique and Piper share their insider knowledge on working with video production teams, drawing from years of experience helping first-time producers create successful projects. Why This...
Ep. 1: What it Means to “Change the Reel” – The Story Behind the Podcast Ever wonder why authentic representation in media matters? In this special episode, Monique and Piper share the story behind “Change the Reel” and their 20+ year journey building a video production company that’s achieved what only 3% of women-owned businesses...
“Change the Reel: A podcast presented by Monique Velasquez and Piper Kessler. For over 20 years we’ve run a video production business that has achieved what ONLY 3% of women entrepreneurs have done – exceed $250K in revenue. We want to see business owners that look like us succeed. That’s why we’ve started this podcast. 🎧...
Meet Our Podcast Hosts and Contributors
Monique Velasquez
Co-Host & Producer
Piper Kessler
Co-Host & Producer
Arielle Morten
Content Coordinator & Producer
Simon Beery
Tech Director & Editor
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