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Seventeen Years, One Dream: Turning Passion Into Action – At Any Age

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Published: May 25, 2025 by VPR Producer

After decades in broadcasting, Gerald McBride wasn’t looking for a new career, but he was interested in following a new passion. This week, we explore his journey as a first-time filmmaker and what his path says about creative evolution at any age.


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  • Gerald McBride, Detroit radio host & producer, filmmaker, director, The Rhythm
  • Sheila Nielsen, career consultant & owner, Nielsen Career Consulting.

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  • Facebook: Gerald McBride Old School Music 
  • Instagram: @geraldmcbride
  • The Rhythm
  • Nielsen Career Counsuslting
Program #: 25-21segment type: Feature StoriesTopics - CareerGuests - Gerald McBride| Sheila NielsenInstitutions - Nielsen Career ConsultingMovies, TV & Digital Media - Black Ice: The RhythmHost - Marty PetersonProducers - Amirah Zaveri| Jason Dickey
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