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<![CDATA[I. Middleton Entertainment - IME Blog]]>Wed, 01 Apr 2026 10:45:08 -0700Weebly<![CDATA[When Everything Disappears: What Losing My Digital Life Taught Me About Starting Over]]>Sat, 28 Mar 2026 11:00:00 GMThttps://www.midind-ime.com/ime-blog/when-everything-disappears-what-losing-my-digital-life-taught-me-about-starting-over

Hello Team Fire Hawk! (friends, fans, family, and supporters)
March 11, 2026. That date is burned into my memory. One minute, I was just another person going about my day. The next, my entire digital world collapsed. My Google account — the one I’d used for ages — got hacked. Not just my inbox, but every password, every document, every contact, every scrap of work, every associated account, and every linked account, and every memory tied to that account, all gone in a blink. It’s a strange kind of grief, losing something invisible but essential. How do you explain to someone what it feels like to have years of your life just snatched away by someone faceless, someone you’ll never know?

I threw myself into recovery mode. Password resets, frantic emails to support, poring over every account and tiny detail I could remember. I tried everything, failed in most recovery efforts but I tried anyway. Days passed. Then weeks. Nothing worked.

And then, just when I thought maybe I could start piecing things back together, I found out I’d lost my Internet Radio Station (The IME iRadio Station). That one hit harder than I expected. It wasn’t just a hobby. I already purchased all of the pens, and t-shirts, table clothes and stickers. It was countless late nights curating playlists, sharing music with people I’d never met but somehow felt close to, building something that felt real. Designing and working with designers, and logo makers and coming up with the station colors and catch phrase. All of it — gone in a moment, erased by a stranger’s keystrokes.

I’m not famous or popular. I’m not young anymore. And I’ll be honest: I started to wonder if it was worth trying to rebuild. Who’s even out there listening? Some days, it felt like I was just shouting into the void, hoping someone might hear me. But here’s what I realized: giving up is easy. But am I really starting over?! Did I just really lost everything? The pain of losing it all was... immense. However, I’m not ready to let someone else decide my story for me. Making the decision to hold on, was not easy. But I’m holding on — to my faith (thank you Jesus), to my friends, to my family, and to my supporters. That’s the ground beneath my feet.

Maybe you’re reading this because you’ve lost something too. Maybe it’s not your digital life, but something else you thought you couldn’t live without. Storms hit all of us, and sometimes it feels like there’s barely time to breathe before the next one rolls in. What matters is what you’re standing on when the wind picks up. For me, faith comes first. My people — my circle — they’re a close second. But the hardest thing to hold on to is that stubborn, quiet resolve. The part of you that keeps going, even when quitting would be so much easier.
Friends won’t always stick around. Family tries, but they’re dealing with their own storms. If you believe in God, you know He’s always there, even if it doesn’t feel like it. But at the end of the day, the decision to keep fighting is yours. No one else can make it for you.

Your real friends will tell you the truth when you need to hear it. Your family will pick you up as best they can. But resolve? That’s something you build from the ground up, every time life knocks you flat in the dirt, face first and you get back up anyway. Some days, it feels impossible. But it isn’t.

If you’re flat on your back, if you’re wondering what’s left to hold onto, remember why you started. Remember that you can build again, even from scratch, if you hold tight to faith, the people who matter, and your own stubborn will to keep going. It takes time. It takes patience. It takes grace — for yourself and for the world. But you can do it. I’m living proof. I am starting over but I am choosing not to look at it as an ending but a new beginning. I may retry the internet radio station in a few months or so or I may go in a different direction. Honestly I don't know, yet but I know that I am going to keep on keeping on. I want to encourage you too that no matter how much that it may hurt right now and trust me I am hurting. That you can keep on going, and you can keep on fighting, I am fighting. In short, you can do it. Trust in God first, then your resolve to learn, study, improve, and grow.

I hope that this has encouraged you and allowed you to improve in your life. I don't normally share my pit falls and short comings of this magnitude but in this case I think that you can benefit from my lost, mistakes and errors. Smart is learning from your mistakes, however, wisdom is being able to learn from other people mistakes. May Lord bless you and keep you; The Lord make His face shine upon you, And be gracious to you; The Lord lift up His countenance upon you, and give you peace.

Hey Fire Hawk Family,
Quick update from HQ: our original Google account is still playing hide-and-seek with us, but we’re not just sitting around waiting for a miracle. We rolled up our sleeves, started fresh with a brand-new account, and built a whole new system from scratch. It’s a wild ride, but we’re making it work.

On the bright side, we’ve reclaimed our Shopify store, our Music Hollywood Fashion Online Magazine is up and running, and—after wrestling with more logins than I care to count—IME iRadio Station is finally back in our hands. The finish line is still a ways off, but I can’t thank you all enough for your patience, your prayers, and your never-ending advice (solicited or not).

Honestly, this whole mess was a reality check. Turns out, when you lose your main Google account, things get chaotic fast. Lesson learned: don’t put all your digital eggs in one basket. We’re locking things down and making sure this kind of drama doesn’t hit us again.

As result of our google lost we do have a new google account. Our new email is: imeenterprizes@gmail.com and we also have a new phone number: 818-252-9541, our address remains the same: P.O. Box 3243, Glendale, Ca 91221. We will continue to reach out to google to update all of our lost accounts and such and replace others that we are not able to update.

Thanks for riding out this storm with us. You’re the real MVPs.

]]><![CDATA[Music Hollywood Fashion Launches Their Digital Cover This Month of March 2026]]>Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:30:00 GMThttps://www.midind-ime.com/ime-blog/music-hollywood-fashion-launches-their-digital-cover-this-month-of-march-2026

Introduction to the March Digital CoverThe Music Hollywood Fashion online magazine is dedicated to exploring and celebrating the dynamic intersection of music, film, and fashion, providing a unique platform for influential figures within these industries. As a leading digital magazine, it serves as a cultural touchpoint for discerning audiences who appreciate the convergence of creativity and style. Each issue aims to highlight prominent personalities and emerging talent, establishing a narrative that reflects contemporary trends and timeless elegance.

For its March 2026 digital cover, Music Hollywood Fashion has chosen to feature Amy Slothower, a multifaceted talent who has accomplishments in acting, and writing.

The MHF magazine is committed to spotlighting celebrities and talent, who not only shape the entertainment landscape but also inspire future generations through their artistic expressions and professional endeavors. As the MFH magazine moves forward, it will continue to celebrate talent that embodies the essence of creativity and cultural impact.

The Vision Behind The Photoshoot: Arthouse AfterdarkThe creative collaboration between Music Hollywood Fashion Online Magazine (MFH) and the renowned photography collective, Arthouse Afterdark, has culminated in a digital cover that is set to leave a lasting impression. Known for their unique aesthetic, Arthouse Afterdark embraces a blend of contemporary art and avant-garde photography, which reflects the essence of Amy Slothower’s dynamic persona. Their ability to weave narratives through imagery makes them the ideal choice for this pivotal feature in March 2026.

The artistic direction taken during the photoshoot drew inspiration from cinematic influences and surrealist concepts, integrating elements that both challenge and captivate the audience. By utilizing a moody color palette and abstract backgrounds, the images tell a story that echoes the magazine’s thematic focus for March 2026—celebrating authenticity in an increasingly digital world. Arthouse Afterdark’s vision also emphasizes the juxtaposition of elegance and edginess, providing a rich visual commentary that enhances the narrative that the magazine seeks to convey.

This collaboration not only captures Amy Slothower’s charisma but also represents a deeper exploration of contemporary culture, inviting readers to engage with the multifaceted layers of the images. It is through this partnership that Music Hollywood Fashion Online Magazine aims to redefine the boundaries of traditional fashion photography, crafting a unique space that embraces bold narratives and artistic expression.

Photos are from the 32nd annual Actor Awards Presented By, SAG-AFTRA

]]><![CDATA[THE OSCARS SET TO AIR LIVE MARCH 15, AT 7 P.M. ET/4 P.M. PT,ON ABC AND HULU]]>Sat, 14 Mar 2026 19:08:13 GMThttps://www.midind-ime.com/ime-blog/the-oscars-set-to-air-live-march-15-at-7-pm-et4-pm-pton-abc-and-hulu

LOS ANGELES, CA – The Governors Ball, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ official post-Oscars® celebration, which will immediately follow the 98th Oscars ceremony on Sunday, March 15, returns for its 67th year. For details on this year’s ball, including décor renderings and sustainability efforts, visit the press kit here (registration is required).
Wolfgang Puck Catering celebrates its 32nd year at the Governors Ball with a menu created by Wolfgang Puck and Eric Klein, and pastry design by Garry Larduinat and Kamel Guechida
Tequila Don Julio returns for its ninth consecutive year, with a cocktail program co-created by acclaimed mixologist Charles Joly and Lorenzo Antinori from Bar Leone, named the World’s Best Bar. Signature cocktails include “The Sequel” with Tequila Don Julio 1942, “Best in Show” with Tequila Don Julio Blanco and “After Glow” (non-alcoholic)
For a fourth consecutive year, Clarendelle & Domaine Clarence Dillon wines will be the exclusive red, white and rosé wines poured at the Governors Ball and other Oscars-related events
The Governors Ball will take place in the Ray Dolby Ballroom on the top level of Ovation Hollywood immediately following the Oscars broadcast.
The 98th Oscars will be held on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at the Dolby® Theatre at Ovation Hollywood and will be televised live on ABC, streamed live on Hulu and airs live in more than 200 territories worldwide.
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]]><![CDATA[Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell are Reuniting for Another Wild Ride]]>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 08:34:16 GMThttps://www.midind-ime.com/ime-blog/kenan-thompson-and-kel-mitchell-are-reuniting-for-another-wild-ride

Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell are set to reunite on screen in the upcoming horror-comedy “Kenan & Kel Meet Frankenstein.” The film’s title pays homage to the classic “Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein,” while promising its own modern spin on the genre.

The story follows Thompson and Mitchell as two delivery drivers whose routine shift takes a sinister turn. When an ordinary drop-off brings them to a mysterious castle, they inadvertently awaken Frankenstein’s monster. What begins as a simple delivery quickly escalates into a frantic struggle for survival, as the pair are thrust into a series of chaotic and comedic encounters.

This project marks the duo’s second foray into horror-comedy, following their appearance in Nickelodeon’s cult favorite “Two Heads Are Better Than None,” which served as the finale to their beloved sitcom “Kenan & Kel.” It will also be their first film collaboration since the release of “Good Burger 2” in 2023.

Producer John Ryan Jr. describes the film as “First it was Abbott and Costello, then Pryor and Wilder. Now, Kenan and Kel. Imagine ‘Shaun of the Dead’ crossed with ‘Scooby-Doo.’” With its blend of nostalgia and contemporary humor, “Kenan & Kel Meet Frankenstein” aims to offer a fresh comedic take on the monster movie tradition.

]]><![CDATA[IME iRadio Station, Going Away?!]]>Sun, 04 Jan 2026 09:45:33 GMThttps://www.midind-ime.com/ime-blog/ime-iradio-station-going-away

Dear friends, supporters, and family,

Thank you. Your encouragement, your enthusiasm, and your belief in us have meant more than words can express. If you’re reading this, please know how deeply we appreciate you. It is with a heavy heart that I share this news: IME iRadio Station will be closing its doors for good. This was our second attempt, and while we launched with hope, energy, and a detailed business plan, the outcome wasn’t what we envisioned.

After six months of dedicated effort and ongoing review, we realized we couldn’t turn things around. We set out to bring you the best in indie and top 40 music from around the world. Despite our relentless work, we struggled to secure the indie tracks we dreamed of, and we didn’t build the audience we needed. Rising costs ultimately made it impossible to continue. We’re not here to point fingers or assign blame.

Sometimes, even with the best intentions and the hardest work, things don’t go as planned. That’s the reality of small business—painful, yes, but honest. Still, I am grateful for every moment of this journey. To those who reached out and asked about us—thank you for caring. Our time on air was brief, but your curiosity and support were a bright spot.

And if you purchased a t-shirt, sticker, or pen, I hope it serves as proof and a reminder that we existed and of an internet radio station that, even for a short while, delivered on its promise. We’re not disappearing. You can still find us on YouTube, and we’re already working on new projects—big ideas, fresh perspectives, and new goals.

Every setback teaches us something, and we’re taking those lessons with us as we move forward into the new year. Thank you again, sincerely, for everything.

Wishing you all the best, always.

Isaac Middleton
CEO, IME

]]><![CDATA[Happy New Year! Welcome to 2026!!]]>Thu, 01 Jan 2026 08:00:00 GMThttps://www.midind-ime.com/ime-blog/happy-new-year-welcome-to-2026Hey there, amazing people! 🌟
You know what? I've been sitting here thinking about how incredibly lucky I am to have all of you in my corner. I know I've been a bit of a ghost lately (social media is hard, right?), but every like, comment, and message means the world to me.

Speaking of which... how's everyone enjoying this holiday? I keep hearing people joke about needing a vacation from their vacation – you know, that thing where we somehow turn relaxation into another job? (Guilty as charged!) Let's make a pact: today, we're all going to actually chill. No to-do lists. No "productive" relaxation. Just pure, unfiltered downtime.
Before I go back to my coffee and definitely-not-checking-emails morning, here's a gentle reminder: life moves pretty fast.

Sometimes the best thing we can do is just pause and take it all in. Maybe even literally stop to smell some roses or some flowers, they're blooming like crazy right now! And if not finding some to smell can be fun too, haha.

If I missed any holidays up till now, please, blame it on my mind and not my heart. Have a great rest of your day and enjoy this holiday season. You are awesome! Welcome to 2026!

Catch you all soon (and this time I mean it!) Enjoy your day and have a wonderful and great New Year!!! ✨]]><![CDATA[Merry Christmas!!!]]>Thu, 25 Dec 2025 08:00:00 GMThttps://www.midind-ime.com/ime-blog/merry-christmas9152589Hey there, amazing people! 🌟
You know what? I've been sitting here thinking about how incredibly lucky I am to have all of you in my corner. I know I've been a bit of a ghost lately (social media is hard, right?), but every like, comment, and message means the world to me.

Speaking of which... how's everyone enjoying this holiday? I keep hearing people joke about needing a vacation from their vacation – you know, that thing where we somehow turn relaxation into another job? (Guilty as charged!) Let's make a pact: today, we're all going to actually chill. No to-do lists. No "productive" relaxation. Just pure, unfiltered downtime.
Before I go back to my coffee and definitely-not-checking-emails morning, here's a gentle reminder: life moves pretty fast.

Sometimes the best thing we can do is just pause and take it all in. Maybe even literally stop to smell some roses or some flowers, they're blooming like crazy right now! And if not finding some to smell can be fun too, haha.

If I missed any holidays this year of 2025, please, blame it on my mind and not my heart. Have a great rest of your day and enjoy this holiday season. You are awesome!

Catch you all soon (and this time I mean it!) Enjoy your day and have a wonderful and excellent Christmas!!! ✨]]><![CDATA[Card Game Screened At Hudson Mainstage Theater]]>Sun, 14 Dec 2025 08:53:35 GMThttps://www.midind-ime.com/ime-blog/card-game-screened-at-hudson-mainstage-theater

It’s not every day you get to watch a piece of your imagination flicker into focus on a movie theater screen. But that’s exactly what happened tonight for Isaac Middleton—the mind (and muscle) behind the sci-fi short “Card Game.” If you figure fifteen minutes of film sounds like a weekend project, think again. Behind every on-screen second lies what feels like an eternity spent corralling actors, scouting for that perfect alley or rooftop, wrestling with paperwork, and feeding a small army. Throw in enough late nights with sound and VFX to scramble anyone’s sleep schedule, and endless rewrites that make you question all your life choices, and suddenly, years of your life are gone in the blink of an eye.

Most indie films never make it out alive. Money dries up, people drop out, a location falls through, and whole productions vanish without a trace—just a few deleted files on someone’s hard drive. But that’s not how this story ends. Middleton and his crew refused to let “Card Game” fade out. They found ways around every disaster, big or small, and kept moving forward even when it felt impossible.

Nobody pulls this off alone. Andrew Johnston stood behind the lens, making sure every shot looked sharp. Dwight Taylor ran the gauntlet of sound design and editing. Desiree Choy and Justin Cabanting lit up the scenes. And through all of it, Isaac Middleton was everywhere at once—rewriting, improvising, simply refusing to quit.

Each member of this team could have headlined a project. Put them all together? That’s the real magic.
So what’s “Card Game” about? Imagine a place where superheroes actually exist, only instead of fighting villains, you catch them kicking back, masks off, cards in hand, cracking jokes between calamities. It’s a peek at the downtime of the super-powered—a little side of hero-life nobody tells you about.

Tonight’s premiere happened at the Hudson Mainstage Theater in Hollywood, complete with velvet ropes, a crowd buzzing with friends and fans, and—because this is Hollywood—valet parking to top it all off. The night was packed with short films, but (forgive my bias) “Card Game” hit different. If you weren’t there, Isaac noticed, trust me. And to everyone who came out, or wished they could: your support means everything. It’s the only way movies like this see the light of day. Thank you, truly, for helping make it possible.

]]><![CDATA[November 27th, 2025]]>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 08:00:00 GMThttps://www.midind-ime.com/ime-blog/november-27th-2025Hey there, amazing people! 🌟
You know what? I've been sitting here thinking about how incredibly lucky I am to have all of you in my corner. I know I've been a bit of a ghost lately (social media is hard, right?), but every like, comment, and message means the world to me.

Speaking of which... how's everyone enjoying this holiday? I keep hearing people joke about needing a vacation from their vacation – you know, that thing where we somehow turn relaxation into another job? (Guilty as charged!) Let's make a pact: today, we're all going to actually chill. No to-do lists. No "productive" relaxation. Just pure, unfiltered downtime.
Before I go back to my coffee and definitely-not-checking-emails morning, here's a gentle reminder: life moves pretty fast.

Sometimes the best thing we can do is just pause and take it all in. Maybe even literally stop to smell some roses or some flowers, they're blooming like crazy right now! And if not finding some to smell can be fun too, haha.

If I missed any holiday this year of 2025, please, blame it on my mind and not my heart. Have a great rest of your day and enjoy this holiday season. You are awesome!

Catch you all soon (and this time I mean it!) Enjoy your day and have a wonderful Thanksgiving Day!!! ✨]]><![CDATA[A Rising Star CT Gets Special]]>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 22:27:05 GMThttps://www.midind-ime.com/ime-blog/a-rising-star-ct-gets-special

Affion Crockett—actor, comedian, executive producer—set out to hunt down comedy’s next breakout stars. He found three: fearless, unfiltered, hungry for their shot at a debut special. But if you’re looking for the one to watch? You can’t miss CT. That’s Clayton Thomas, for those keeping it formal.

Here’s the deal: CT doesn’t just command a stage—he drops a comedy bomb on it. Hand him a mic and he spins the whole room around, leaves you clutching your sides and grinning three days later. After sixteen years in stand-up, he’s destroyed rooms everywhere from Detroit to Dubai. And he’s just warming up.

When he’s not onstage, he’s lighting up TV studios. Eight seasons writing and acting in Bounce TV’s FAMILY TIME, scene-stealing on shows like ALL RISE, MODERN FAMILY, INSECURE—you name it, he’s done it. He crushed at HBO’s ALL DEF COMEDY, and for the last four years, he’s been on the road with Martin Lawrence for the LIT AF tour. Not too shabby, right?

But CT’s secret weapon? His ride-or-die FamBase, #TeamCT. This isn’t just an audience—it’s a movement, with more than two million fans tagging along for the wild sketches, viral quick hits, and the JustUSLeague podcast. If you catch a “all daaaaay!” chant rolling through a club, you know CT’s in the building. Every bit of grit and hustle in his act? Pure Detroit, just like him.

Here’s the thing: CT does it all—stand-up, scripts, podcasts, the whole nine. And yet, he still makes you feel like family. So if you see #TeamCT trending or hear his chant at a show, do yourself a favor: don’t keep scrolling, don’t keep walking. Watch the man cook. Microphone Masters, Season Two, Episode One: keep your eyes glued to CT. If you get the chance to see him live, grab it. You’ll be talking about it for weeks. CTisDope.

Please, Click Here to see CT's Special.

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