20 With Tonyaa powered by KUDZUKIAN

Tonyaa sits down with Dr. Adriane Johnson-Williams, Founder of Standpoint Consulting and Yolanda Johnson, Owner of The Nail & Skin Bar. We talk Dr. Johnson-Williams and Yolanda Johnson's continued work in empowering and uplifting the women of Memphis. This is a powerful episode you don't want to miss so make sure to tune in by downloading the Kudzukian App and on Kudzukian.com.

Tonyaa sits down with Miska Clay Bibbs, Shelby County Board Chairperson. They talk the challenges of providing education in a pandemic during such a messy political climate. This is an important episode you don't want to miss so make sure to tune in on Kudzukian.com or by downloading the Kudzukian App.

Tonyaa sits down with Dr. Archie Moss Jr., Principal of Bruce Elementary School. We dive into the Bedtime Story initiative and the challenges of education during a pandemic. This is an important episode you don't want to miss so make sure to tune in on Kudzukian.com or by downloading the Kudzukian App.  

Tonyaa sits down with Dr. Tracy D. Hall, President of the Southwest Tennessee Community College and Michael Boyd, Chief Information Officer, Southwest Tennessee Community College. We look back at COVID's impact on Southwest Tennessee Community College and the work that has been done and will continue to be done to get students back on campus. This is an important episode you don't want to miss so make sure to tune in on Kudzukian.com or by downloading the Kudzukian App.

Tonyaa sits down with London Lamar, member of the Tennessee House of Representatives, representing District 91. We dive into the hard work Representative Lamar has done in fighting for the citizens of Memphis in the Tennessee State Assembly. This is an amazing episode you don't want to miss so make sure to tune in on Kudzukian.com or by downloading the Kudzukian App.  

Tonyaa sits down with Michalyn-Easter Thomas, Memphis City Councilwoman for District 7. We dive into the struggles of 2020 and detail the work Councilwoman Easter-Thomas has done and continues to do to make her community a better place. This is a powerful episode you don't want to miss so make sure to tune in on Kudzukian.com or by downloading the Kudzukian App.

Tonyaa sits down with Faith Morris, Chief Marketing & External Affairs Officer at the National Civil Rights Museum. We take a look into this past year's fight for Civil Rights and ask how we move forward as a country. This is an important episode you don't want to miss so make sure to tune in on kudzukian.com or by downloading the Kudzukian App.

Tonyaa sits down with J Lawrence Turner, Senior Pastor of Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church. We take a dive into his work in serving the community and the importance of delivering truth and comfort in these times of lies and pain. This is a powerful episode you don't want to miss so make sure to tune in on kudzukian.com or by downloading the Kudzukian App. 

Tonyaa sits down with Darrell Catron, host of The Funky Politics. We take a plunge into all of the hot topics dominating the political landscape, most importantly, the 2020 election. This is an exciting episode you don't want to miss so make sure to tune in by downloading the Kudzukian App.  

Tonyaa sits down with JB Smiley Jr., Memphis City Councilman, Super District 8-1. We take a dive into the current national unrest around police brutality and the importance of politicians running for a cause. This is a powerful episode you don't want to miss so make sure to tune in by downloading the Kudzukian App.

Tonyaa sits down with Tennessee State Senator representing District 29, Raumesh Akbari. We talk about the impact COVID-19 has had on the communities in her district, issues of police brutality throughout the nation, and much more. This is an important episode you don't want to miss so make sure to tune in by downloading the Kudzukian App.    

Tonyaa sits down with Dr. Adriane Johnson-Williams, Girls Inc.'s newly announced Woman of The Year. We take a dive into her amazing journey coming from one of the poorest zip codes in America to becoming such an important fixture in Memphis. We also get the rundown on all the amazing opportunities Girls Inc. is providing for the young women in the Memphis community. This is an inspirational episode you don't want to miss so make sure to tune in by downloading the Kudzukian App.

Tonyaa sits down with Michalyn-Easter Thomas, Memphis City Councilwoman for District 7. We dive into her improbable victory over a heavy favorite and her strategy for victory. We also talk about the motivations that led to Councilwoman Thomas running for office and the steps she is taking to make her community a better place. This is an inspirational episode you don't want to miss so make sure to tune in by downloading the Kudzukian App.  

Tonyaa sits down with Cynthia Daniels, Cheif Event Strategist for Cynthia Daniels & Co. We dive into Black Restaurant Week in Memphis and the impact it has had on the culture in Memphis and the community. This is an exciting episode you don't want to miss so make sure to tune in by downloading the Kudzukian App.

Tonyaa sits down with Dwayne Jones, Tiny House Developer. We dive into his amazing work building tiny homes in his hometown neighborhood of Orange Mound in Memphis, where he is providing  unique homes for the citizens in his community through love. This is an inspirational episode you don't want to miss so make sure to tune in by downloading the Kudzukian App.

Tonyaa sits down with Carla Baker, Project Director of the Memphis Breast Cancer Consortium. We dive into the amazing work Carla Baker and the Memphis Breast Consortium does in helping educate and save the lives of women with breast cancer. This is a powerful episode you don't want to miss so make sure to tune in by downloading the Kudzukian App.

Tonyaa sits down with Dr. Altha Stewart, President of the American Psychiatric Association. We dive into the challenges facing the youth of today in Memphis, and the work the American Psychiatric Association does in trying to help those who have experienced adverse childhood experiences. This is an episode you don't want to miss so make sure to tune in by downloading the Kudzukian App.

Tonyaa sits down with Dr. Tracy Hall, President of Southwest Tennessee Community College. We dive into the challenges facing the youth of today all around the country, and the amazing work Southwest Tennessee Community College does in helping shape the lives of our future leaders. This is an episode you don't want to miss so make sure to tune in by downloading the Kudzukian App.

Tonyaa sits down Memphis City Councilwoman for District 1, Rhonda Logan. We get an intimate look into Councilwoman Logan's tough victory, plans for district 1 and motivation to serve. This is an inspirational episode you don't want to miss, so make sure to tune into the latest episodes of 20 with Tonyaa on the Kudzukian App.

Tonyaa sits down with Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris. We get an inside look into Mayor Harris' bold transit proposal and his motivations behind the initiative. We also talk about the importance of women in his administration. You don't want to miss this insightful episode of 20 with Tonyaa, so make sure to tune in by downloading the Kudzukian App in the App Store or Google Play.

Tonyaa sits down with Tennessee State Senator Raumesh Akbari. We get a look into Senator Akbari's stellar career in politics and the impact women of color has had on politics in America and will continue to have. You don't want to miss this powerful episode of 20 with Tonyaa, so make sure to tune in by downloading the Kudzukian App in the App Store or Google Play.

Tonyaa takes us on a personal journey through the life of a breast cancer survivor with an intimate tale of the life of women who fight the disease and the many impacts it has on every aspect of their lives. She also gives the personal story of her battle with breast cancer and the impact it has had in her life and relationships. This is a powerful and emotional episode you don't want to miss so make sure to tune in by downloading the Kudzukian App in the App Store or Google Play.

Tonyaa sits down with Rep. Antonio "Tu Shay" Parkinson. We take a dive into the political atmosphere post mayoral election locally, and into the broader national, political landscape. We also talk about some of the amazing proposals Rep. Parkinson has introduced recently and will introduce in the future, so make sure to tune into this phenomenal episode of 20 with Tonyaa by downloading the Kudzukian App in the App Store or Google Play.

Tonyaa sits down with Sarah Lockridge-Steckel, CEO of The Collective. We get a look into the amazing work The Collective does in the city of Memphis, in helping educate and provide structure and support for our young adults. Make sure to tune into this empowering episode of 20 with Tonyaa by downloading the Kudzukian App in the App Store or Google Play.

Tonyaa sits down with Shelby County Commissioner of District 7, Tami Sawyer. We take a dive into the post mayoral election from the vantage point of the commissioner, the need to uplift black women in Memphis, and much more. Make sure to tune into this empowering episode of 20w/Tonyaa by downloading the Kudzukian App in the App Store or Google Play.  

Tonyaa sits down with the Executive Director of The Collective, Victoria Jones. We take a plunge into the state of black artistry in Memphis and get the rundown on the amazing work The Collective does in promoting and uplifting black artist in the city. Make sure to tune into this empowering episode of 20w/Tonyaa by downloading the Kudzukian App in the App Store or Google Play.  

Tonyaa sits down with the legendary entertainment producer and Founder of the Southern Heritage Classic, Fred Jones. We go all in on the Southern Heritage Classic and its evolution from being just a football game to growing into a cultural event. We also talk about Fred Jones' impressive list of clients as a producer and what's next for him. This is an episode you don't want to miss so tune in at Kudzukian.com or by downloading the Kudzukian App.

Tonyaa sits down with Roshun Austin, Founder/CEO of the community development organization, the Works Inc. We get an intimate look into the work that the Works Inc. does in South Memphis and the constant challenges that face the community and communities like it around Memphis and the country. Make sure to tune into this amazing episode at Kudzukian.com or by downloading the Kudzukian App.

Tonyaa sits down with Sarah Carpenter, Executive Director of the education advocacy organization, Memphis Lift. We get an in-depth look into the goals and mission of Memphis Lift and the state of public education in Memphis. That and so much more is covered, so make sure to check out this episode of 20w/Tonyaa on the Kudzukian.com or the Kudzukian App.

Tonyaa sits down with TN Senator Katrina Robinson of District 33.   We get a comprehensive look into Senator Robinson's unique and diverse career as a business woman and nurse, and her continued dedication to being an advocate for her community. They also discuss the challenges of being a woman in politics during this political era. Make sure to check out this exceptional episode on the Kudzukian App, or your favorite podcast provider!

Tonyaa sits down with Cherisse Scott, Founder and CEO of SisterReach Inc.   We get an intimate look into the amazing journey of Cherisse Scott and how Sister Reach Inc. came to be. They also dive into the challenges facing the fight for reproductive justice during this heated and controversial political climate. That and more is explored in this episode, so make sure to tune in on the Kudzukian App.

Tonyaa sits down with Beverly Robertson, President of the Memphis Chamber.   We are graced with Beverly Robertson's inspirational and powerful story, and are given the spill on all of the goals and initiatives the Memphis Chamber has embarked on to help facilitate the growth of the city of Memphis.