I had the amazing opportunity to sit down and chat with Creator, Director & Executive Producer Ryan Ashley Lowery as we discussed his new documentary LightUP. Light Up is a film that tells the stories of same gender loving men and a transgender woman who found their superpower by living in their truth.

Thank you to: Ryan Ashley Lowery, Obio Jones, Octavius Terry and Benjamin Carlton.

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I had an amazing conversation with Award Winning actress, Krystina Bailey Brawer, as we discussed her work on The L Word: Generation Q, to Jordan Peel’s “Weird City. From the change in the digital landscape, to creative ownership & the business of Hollywood, Krystina really highlights her amazing artistry in true form. Instagram @krystinabaileybrawer

I had a chance to sit down with Kindred Co-Founders, Justine Palefsky & Tasneem Amina, as they discussed how Kindred is redefining how we travel, live and belong. From the journey of a traveler to the seamless Kindred experience and advice to other women building businesses.

Support this amazing brand on Instagram @livekindred & livekindred.com

I had the chance to chat with Gia Peppers, Award Winning Journalist, On Air Talent and Creator/ Host of “The Healed Girl Era Podcast”. From breaking in the industry and defining her own path, the Wizards Era to Grad school, and working with Essence, BET and Building her Media Identity. Support this amazing creative on Instagram @GIAPEPPERS & @HEALEDGIRLERAPOD

I had the chance to chat with 2x Grammy Award Winning session musician, Derrick Hodge, as he wrapped an amazing performance at the new Blue Note Jazz Los Angeles. We got a chance to talk about Derrick’s orchestrating Hip- Hop, storytelling through film & culture, and his longstanding career as a performer, bandleader and collaborator. Support this talented musician on Instagram @DHODGEWORLD

Filmmaker, Anthropologist, and Artist, Sabiyha Prince shows her film at this year’s Micheaux Film Festival. I was able to sit down and chat with Sabiyha about being a storyteller of resistance, unpacking the film Diminished Returns, and her exploring identity through art. Support this amazing creative on Instagram @ANTHRO_ARTZ

I got to sit down and chat with these two creatives during this years Micheaux Film Festival, and discuss redefining HOME while setting the Yellow Brick Road, crafting a clear vision for the project, and how the film showcases representation and revolution. Support these amazing talents on Instagram @LUVBEINGSHANICE & . Follow the yellow brick road @ITSDOROTHYFILM

I had a chance to chat with Director, Filmmaker and Visionary, Rippin Sinder as she premieres her film Flight 182 at this year Micheaux Film Festival in Los Angeles. Growing up in a Punjabi-Sikh household, working in pr to production, to the power of purpose with projects like Seva, Zone and Flight 182. Rippin continues to build community and legacy with Founding KAUR Creative to VP of RISE and receiving the UCLA Women’s Leaders Award. Support the film , Flight 182 at Micheauxfilmfestival.com and Rippin Sindher on Instagram @RSINDHER

I was able to sit down with co-writer and actor, Leonard Robinson during this year’s Micheaux Film Festival to discuss his new film “The Interview”. We chatted about his early life at Howard University, breaking into Hollywood, his comedy connection and what he wants audiences to take away from this new project. Support this amazing creative on Instagram @IAMLEONARDROBINSON & @MICHEAUXFILMFEST

I had an opportunity to connect with CEO & Founder of Crowned Skin, Darrell Spencer, as he just wrapped an amazing television interview. We chatted about his early inspirations, building the brand, his scaling/ strategy and hitting #1 in sales on the TikTok shop. Support this amazing creative on Instagram @CROWNED.SKIN & @IAMDARRELLSPENCER

I got a chance to chat with DeWayne Perkins from The Emmy Winning Show, ‘The Studio’. We got a chance to talk about his early inspirations, finding his voice in stand-up while breaking into the writers rooms. From The Blackening to The Studio, DeWayne Perkins has balanced writing, producing and acting within building comedy across multiple spaces. Support this amazing creative on Instagram @Dewayneperkins

Amazon MGM Red Carpet of AFTER THE HUNT Special Screening at The Academy Museum. I had the opportunity to interview screenwriter Nora Garret and Cinematographer Malik Hassan Sayeed, as they discuss the importance of connections and conversations throughout the new film , After The Hunt from Director Luca Guadagnino, Julia Roberts and Michael Stuhlbarg. Check out this amazing film streaming on Amazon October 17, 2025.

I got a chance to sit down with Philanthropist and Business Leader, Ed Mitzen, during this year’s Forbes BLK Summit 2025. Cofounder of Business for Good, we were able to chat about his entrepreneurial beginnings, building Fingerpaint, redefining philanthropy, and his legacy. Support Ed Mitzen at Edmitzen.com

I had a chance to catch up with multi-hyphenated writer, actress and producer, Shakira Ja’nai Paye, as she stars in the Tubi Sci-fi/ Comedy series ‘Damascus’. From ‘All Day and All Night” to “House Party”, Shakira talks about her acting journey, to selling her writing projects to Comedy Central and Netflix. Check out the latest series ‘Damascus’ on Tubi and support this amazing creative on Instagram @SHAKRIAPAYE

I got a chance to sit down with author Angela Flournoy, as she tours the US with her new novel, The Wilderness. We got a chance to chat about the themes / characters of her new book, Black Womanhood in a Contemporary Life, and her amazing writers journey. Check out Angela Flournoy in a city near you, and purchase the new novel, The Wilderness on Instagram @ANGELAFLOURNOY

Today is the day for The People’s Pace 5k/ 10k Fundraiser , created by Founder of Walk Good LA, Etienne Maurice. I got a chance to chat with Etienne, as he helps build wellness programs around the city of Los Angeles with The People Pace Annual Fundraiser September 21 at Kenneth Hahn Park. We also got to talk about mental health/ collective grief, his impact and evolution and how his focus on wellness and activism. Register now: the people space.org (Comment PACE for 25% off). And support this amazing creative on Instagram @WALKGOODETIENNE

I got a chance to chat with the talented actress DeWanda Wise, as she wraps the hit new film Love, Brooklyn. From her early career steps, to breakthrough roles, and film/ television success, DeWanda Wise is a force to continue to watch out for. Check out the new film Love, Brooklyn and support this amazing creative on Instagram @DEWANDAWISE

Saxophonist and singer-songwriter, Braxton Cook just released a new album “Not Everyone Can Go” . We caught up with the 2 X Grammy Winner as he hits the stage during the opening of Blue Note Los Angeles. From touring life, breaking through the music industry and finding his artistic voice, Braxton Cook is standing as an award winning solo artist who balances artistic authenticity. Check him out on tour in a city near you and download the new album “Not Everyone Can Go”. Instagram @BRAXTON_COOK

We just left the screening of the new film Love, Brooklyn featuring Andre Holland, Nicole Beharie and DeWanda Wise, and caught up with the films costume designer, Missy Mickens! Chatting about her focus for Love, Brooklyn, Representation and her Creative Storytelling. Check out the new film Love, Brooklyn, in theaters on September 5. Support this amazing creative on Instagram @MISSDOTHOLLA

The new season of Project Runway is back and full of some talented designers! We had the opportunity to sit down with contestant, designer and creative director , Joesph McRae. He is taking the work room by storm, getting feedback from Heidi Klum and Law Roach, while staying authentic to his brand. Joseph McRae continues to break all barriers and compete to the end! Check out the new season of Project Runway on Freeform, Hulu and Disney+. Support this amazing designer on Instagram @Joesph_Mcrae