Podcypher

Join Denese Duran and Ann Smith as they discuss the sensational audio drama Past Due, Google highlighting notable black inventors, and the resurfacing of the Ray J and Kim K sex tape on Roblox. This panel features an interview with Xperience J, Co-Founder of Black Audio Dramas Exist and Sound Designer. Xperience J is a multi-hyphenate creative from Alexandria, Virginia. She is the co-founder of Black Audio Dramas Exist, where she promotes creatively provocative audio dramas written, produced, and starring Black creatives. Xperience is passionately driven by her love of the arts and the innate desire to amplify Black voices through media. She has written and produced two audio dramas, "Past Due Audio Series" and "Kiss: The Audio Series,” which can currently be found on most major streaming platforms. Most recently, she established Shhh! Jus' Listen Media, where she uses her love of sound to produce innovative audio experiences that will change the face of audio dramas forever. Social Media Links Twitter: @PastDueAudio Instagram: @PastDueAudioSeries Instagram: @xperiencejay FaceBook: @PastDueAudioSeries --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese and Ann as they discuss the Meg Thee Stallion's interview with Gayle King, Johny Depp's case, and the many avenues of podcasting. This episode features an interview with Kimberly Sumpter from Sistah's Connect. Sistah's Connect is a bi-weekly podcast that celebrates the spirit of sisterhood! The podcast highlights interviews with women who have been personally instrumental in her life journey. The goal of the podcast is to empower, enlighten, and encourage women of color to connect on a deeper level. The topics range from friendship to entrepreneurship and purpose. Listenership spans from places like the United Kingdom, Barbados, South Africa, Kenya, Puerto Rico, and France. Social media handles - @sistahsconnect on instagram and twitter Www.facebook.com/groups/mySistahsConnect Www.podcastingessentialsforbeginners.com Www.sistahsconnect.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese Duran and Ann Smith as they discuss with Pariah Sinclair her Life as a Baltimore Drag House Wife, the importance of sexuality education, and the M.O.R.E Act. Pariah Sinclair is known for humor, sass, and beauty. She has been performing around the DMV and beyond for 4-plus years. In addition to being an entertainer, Pariah produces and hosts multiple shows around the Baltimore area. Her passion for camp and glamour makes audiences come back for more and more! Instagram: @pariah_sinclair @weneedtotlkpod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese and Ann as they discuss Oscar reactions, Grammy Award Highlights, and Music within the Culture. This episode features an interview with Corey Gumbs, founder of the Black Podcasters Association. Corey Gumbs is the founder of the Black Podcasters Association, one of the largest online groups dedicated to Black podcasters and Black podcast support professionals. They offer networking, training/workshops, and much more. In addition, he is the owner & founder of Black Label Media, LLC, a full-service podcast development & production agency dedicated to helping podcasters take a strategic approach to improve their podcast brand and community engagement. Follow Corey Gumbs: @theblackpodcastersassociation Website: https://blacklabelmediallc.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese and Ann as they discuss exciting new podcasts, Lia Thomas's right to swim, and Will Smith's award-winning slap at the Oscar's. Please be aware of trigger warning during this episode. This episode features an interview with Krisha, The Host of Gay Monologues. Krisha is the host of the Gay Monologues podcast and repressed creative sharing experiences and acts of service, through an initiative she started called Loud Pride. Her goal is to help queer youth feel more comfortable in who they are and confident that they are a valued part of the community. IG: @loudpride.co Site: https://linktr.ee/GayMonologues --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese and Ann as they discuss the importance of maternal health advocacy, mommy work ethic versus regular work ethic, and all about Melinated Moms. This episode features an interview with Jaye Wilson, founder and creator of Melinated Moms. Melinated Moms was founded in 2017 by Jatesha “Jaye'' Madden-Wilson out of the need to find a supportive system to help her transition from being a married mom to a single mom of two. In 2018, Alexcia Harrod joined Jaye as a co-founder for our 2nd chapter in Western New York (Buffalo, NY) focusing on community engagement with the moms in the Delavan Grider Community Center. The work of Melinated Moms has blossomed into an advocacy network for moms and women across the Melinated Spectrum. Melinated Moms is a community-based membership for moms and women of color. We curate events that empower, motivate and cultivate our women to be better versions of themselves with support. We bridge our women through the intersections of Motherhood, Sisterhood & Womanhood. IG: MelinatedMoms FB: Melinated Moms Tweet: Melinated Moms --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese and Ann as they discuss conflicts overseas, black history month reflections, and entertainment updates. In this episode, we touch upon the Janet Jackson documentary, Russia vs. Ukraine vs African Medical Students, HBCU bomb threats, and ending Black History Month with positive affirmations. This episode features an interview with Nina Singleton. Nina Singleton is the host of "Spicy Pecan Podcast". "Spicy Pecan" Podcast is a weekly audio casserole of current events, popular culture, history, spirituality and how it relates to our self development. Life today moves so quickly and provides so many distractions, it's easy to forget ourselves. SPP is a medicine in the candy approach to helping each other become who we are striving to be. https://linktr.ee/SpicyPecan --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese and Ann as they discuss the sensational radio channel, Philly Jamz with creator and owner Latasha Powell. Listen in as we discuss how virtual reality becomes our new viewing reality and the results of the Kyle Rittenhouse verdict. Please feel free to like, share, comment your thoughts on this episode. This episode features an interview with Latasha Powell, radio host of the Love Zone USA and owner of Philly Jamz radio. Latasha Powell better known to everyone as Tasha Lil Queen is a comedic dramatic actress, a singer, and a musician a Jade of many trades, was born & raised in Newark, DE. Tasha began her comedic-acting career at an early age by imitating saints at her church. She enjoyed the reaction so much she continued to perfect her craft by joining the Drama Ministry and taking training classes with writer & director David E. Talbert and acting coach Wendy McKenzie. She has performed in multiple stage plays, live concerts, television shows, films, and special events. Tasha is the creator of her characters Momma Murphy, a hip old school grandmother, and Brother Akbar a street smart church thug. She is also the recipient of the 2017 Church Stars award for Best Supporting Actress in a stage play. Her musical abilities have also allowed her to sing and play the keyboard in front of numerous crowds at various churches. In 2018 Tasha became a Radio Personality (Host) for a new Internet Radio Podcasting Station, The Love Zone USA founded by the late Mike Thomas. A wife and a proud mother of two, Tasha is a force to be reckoned with. Despite her success, Tasha still remains humble and passionate about her many gifts. Instagram- @tashalilqueen --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese and Ann as they discuss black horror podcasts, black horror tv/films, and missing teen updates. This interview features Tonia Ransom, creator and executive producer of NIGHTLIGHT. Tonia Ransom writes horror, science fiction, and dark fantasy. She has been scaring people since the second grade when she wrote her first story based on Michael Myers. She is the creator and executive producer of NIGHTLIGHT, a horror podcast dedicated to publishing creepy tales by Black writers and acted by Black voice professionals. Nighlight Pod is a black horror podcast so scary you will want to leave your night light on. Tonia also been a guest or host on many podcasts. Check out my Podchaser profile for a full list of appearances. Website: nightlightpod.com Instagram: @missdefying --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese and Ann as they discuss crypto regulation attempts, ethical robots, and Ye's (formally known as Kanye West) desire to be a nomad. This episode features co-owner and founder of ANJ Media, Andrew Santiago. Andrew Santiago, is a certified audio engineer with over 10 years of recording experience. An alumnus of both I.A.R. and Berkeley, he combines both his experience and passion to each audio recording and production session. ANJ media is New Jersey's premier recording studio for vocalist, voice over, podcast, and video podcast. It is located at 627 Newark Pompton Turnpike. Ste. 3 in Pompton Plains, N.J. His studio offers quality recording and friendly service. ANJ Media offers additional services that can help improve and grow your social media presence through analysis, consultation, and management. Company's IG:@anjmedia.live Company's FB Anjmedia: https://m.facebook.com/anjmedia/ Website: https://anjmedia.live/ Andrew Santiago's Personal Instagram: @silkcitypro Andrew Santiago's Personal Twitter: @silkcitypro --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

In this episode of Podcypher we discuss Halloween costumes that cross the line, councilmen who blame celebrities for their ignorant decisions, and the way missing persons are reported. This show features an interview with our dear friend, Karishma Thomas, creator and host of "Miraculous Mondays" on Rukus Avenue Radio. Karishma was born and raised in the Midwest but has worked all over the world. She has always been passionate about chatting away, but really fell in love with radio while working in London. Tune into her show to hear all kinds of funny and uplifting stories from her day to day life in NYC! Website: https://www.rukusavenueradio.com/host-karishma-thomas https://www.karishmathomas.com/ Instagram: @karishmathomas @rukusavenueradio --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

One of our beloved hosts, Denese Duran, had the pleasure of interviewing Lil Zane & Myles Bullock from the Starz hit show, BMF. Special thanks to Tosha Whitten Griggs, Ariana Drummond and FrontPage Firm for making this possible! Follow the following for updates on BMF: @lilzanesworld @mylesm.bullock @bmfstarz @toshwgriggs @frontpagefirm --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese and Ann as they discuss all things social justice, pop culture, and current events. This episode touches upon ethnic identifiers, student protests, and diversity in afro-latinx culture. This show features a panel discussion with Sasha Fountain. Sasha Fountain is the creator of Afro Latinx of NYC, and is 1/3 of the Cozy Chat Podcast. Sasha M. Fountain is a Afro-Latinx creative based out of NYC. She is Panamanian/Afro-Costa Rican by way of her mother and African-American on her father's side. She holds a BA in Media Studies from CUNY Hunter College and a MA in Social Journalism from the CUNY Graduate School of Journalism. Her work spans the mediums of photography, videography & editing, writing, and audio. She spends a lot of time talking about Blackness, Afrolatinidad and the ways in which media informs our perspectives. Follow Sasha Fountain's Links Instagram: @sash_marguerite Website: smarguerite.co --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

On this episode, we discuss scripted podcasts, marriage to business partners, Kyrie Irving being unvaccinated, and RHOA (Real Housewives of Atlanta). This interview features a panel discussion with Angel and Gazza, creators of "The Mermaid and the Lion" podcast. The Mermaid and the Lion a scripted audio drama about two imperfect people who are working on perfecting their love for one another. All relationships are not created equal and no one has the right to determine if your situation is toxic but you. Staying married forever is almost an anomaly; and those who make it have a very dirty story to tell. Angel and Gazza believe they are on the right path to making it last; but the key to their success is understanding where they've been. Follow Angel and Gazza: Instagram: themermaidandthelion_ Twitter: @mermaidlion_pod --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese and Ann as they reflect on recent life changes amidst the Great Resignation. They will also be discussing Dave Chappelle's new Netflix special "The Closer", BMF's new television series, and cancel culture in media. For show updates follow us: @podcypher @podcastersunlimited @podcastersofnj Follow our hosts: @deneseduran82 @ann.renee_ Website Links https://www.podcastersofnj.org/ https://podcastersunlimited.net/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese Duran and Ann Smith for Season Three of Podcypher. To start off this season we engaged in a panel style discussion on the Great Resignation, Conservatorships, and Pandora Pappers. This episode features creative and CEO/Founder of Audea, Amit Kukreja. Amit Kukreja is the CEO/Founder of Audea - a new audio platform built to change how audio content is distributed and discovered. The platform currently has over 1500 users who've collectively uploaded more than 5000 audeas (audio-ideas) to the platform. He is currently growing the platform, building the company, and looking for more audio creators to join and get discovered on Audea. Follow Audea via Instagram @getaudea. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese and Ann as they discuss COVID relief scams, financial scamperts, and entertainment.This episode features Camari Ellis, EA., the host and creator of The Finance Rebel Podcast. Camari Ellis is an Enrolled Agent, financial educator, and founder of The Philly Tax Team. The Finance Rebel Podcast is here to help increase the financial I.Q in the Black community. In today's economy, striving for financial literacy is not enough - We must become financial masters. Financial Education is our core. Topics like the stock market, small business, insurance, and taxes will be discussed and examined with an aim to master your financial destiny. Follow Camari Ellis on @thefinancerebel and @phillytaxteam. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese and Ann as they touch upon current events, social justice, and pop culture. In this episode we discuss, COVID vaccinations, Mother's Day Moments, and the Bill and Melinda Gates' Breakup. Latrice Sampson Richards, LPC-S, CLC is a Mental & Emotional Wellness Creative, Licensed Professional Counselor, and Certified Life-Enhancement Coach. She is the CEO of Sampson Therapeutic Services, LLC. She is equipped with ten years of international experience in counseling and psychotherapy for women, children, adolescents, adults, and families. Latrice is the host of Unicorns Talk Podcast and founder of Trust Village Academy. Trust Village Academy is a membership program that provides an engaging way to identify opportunities for growth, educate yourself on how to get there, and implement life-long change.Follow Latrice on: IG @latricesampsonrichards, Facebook TrustVillage --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese and Ann as we discuss current events, social justice and pop culture. In this episode we discuss voice actors in podcasting and other forms of media. This episode features Gabrielle Adkins. Adkins is an actress, director, voiceover artist and filmmaker based in New York City. Originally an Air Force brat from the South, Gabrielle's love of the performing arts started with dance and music. After training in singing and dance for 15 years, she got a BA from American University in Political Science and International Relations with a focus on human rights and women’s studies. She then went on to attend the Atlantic Acting School, where she made her directorial debut in her year's final semester stage production of Women by Chiara Atik. After which, she was inspired to start her own independent production company, L2G Productions. She is currently voicing Madame Stephanie St. Clair on the Top 30 Apple Podcast Drama, Harlem Queen and Apple Podcast Drama, The Courtship of Mona Mae. Follow Gabrielle: @12gproductions --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese and Ann as they discuss covid pet vaccines, latina podcast creatives as well as networks, and give you a run down of a few Oscar wins. This episode features an interview with Rita Bautista. Rita Bautista Founder + CEO – Latina Podcasters Network™ As founder and ceo of the Latina Podcasters Network, Bautista connects aspiring and established Mujeres Latinas and the Latinx community. She has been called a bold innovative thinker and cultural connector by her peers. She’s responsible for hosting the first Latina Podcasters meetup at any podcast convention. Her passion and love for the podcasting industry came in 2019 when she launched her first podcast, Empowerment & All That. This podcast was dedicated solely to empowering women by delivering motivational interviews and episodes. Her desire to keep growing in the podcast community and find cultural relevance was the driving force to develop Latina Podcasters Network. Latina Podcasters is the first and only global podcast network committed solely to amplifying the voices of Latinas and Latinx mujeres. Bautista is a graduate of the University of New Orleans and has over a decade of experience serving on civic and non-profit boards representing Latinx voices in education, government, business and sports. Follow Rita Bautista on IG: @ritabautista @latinapodcasters --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese and Ann as we discuss current events, social justice, and pop culture. In this episode, we share our podcast conference experiences and the highlights. This episode features information about our upcoming podcast network summit, "Podwork". Follow us on IG @podcypher Podwork Tickets: www.podworksummit.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese and Ann as they discuss various aspects of current events, social justice, pop culture. This episode features El'aye, a musical artist who podcasts. We will be discussing vaccine malfunctions, and music's influence in media and podcasts. We also wanted to express our condolences to the late great, Earl Simmons, aka DMX and acknowledge both his musical and intangible contributions. El'aye is a classically trained singer, vocal coach, MUA, artist, songwriter, performer and her most important title is "mother". She is the host of Tres Company podcast and the newest artist on the Natural City Music roster. She believes in spreading positive vibes, love and light to all. Follow her on @iamel_aye and e-mail her at naturalcitymusic@gmail.com for bookings. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese and Ann as they discuss current events, social justice, and pop culture. This episode will feature a recap of Podcypher's second season and bonus pop-culture updates. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese and Ann as they discuss COVID-19, dating due diligence, and women in entertainment. This episode features an interview with Myrtha Jasmin. Myrtha Jasmin (MJ) was born in Brooklyn, NY, and raised in Lawrence Township. "I moved to Princeton because it offers a lot of opportunities, but I do believe there should be more diversity in the town and that people of color need more of a voice than they have had previously. Plus, the whole country needs to be in a better place. It's time for a new set of eyes and a listening ear," she said. She is particularly concerned about issues of the youth and the elderly. After graduating from Lawrence High School, she attended the Gordon Phillips Beauty School in Lawrence, where she studied the arts of hair-styling and makeup. Her experience in numerous salons helped her understand the connection between beauty and culture. In 2010, she started her own cosmetics line called Nadege Cosmetics, sold online. Myrtha continues to use her voice to inspire women around the Tri-State area, via video conferences and a growing social media platform. In 2015, she self-published her first novel titled "The Black Lily--The Frame," Myrtha has written other books including a short story, “The Loose Pearl” and her Highly Anticipated “Dearsis Journal” which are all available on Amazon. Her hit podcast called “Dearsis”, is part of the New Pod City podcast network and can be heard on all Podcast Platforms. Follow Her on IG @dearsispodcast. Website Link https://www.dearsis.world/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese and Ann for part one of their special UK edition of Podcypher. They will be discussing UK COVID-19 News, Podcast Trends, and Black Excellence in Entertainment. We have Kaycee on as our special guest from across the pond. KAYCEE is a Black Millennial who sees the world with a sense of unreal and satirical way. He exposes his point of you with no restrictions and censorship about his “hip-hop life” under the early 90’s influence, the love for the music, sitcom, films and afro-americain movies. This podcast will tell the story of his tremendous life, between the girls and the dreams,the projects or wrong decisions or more. He will bring guests who have a lot to say about the culture along crazy storylines. A strong belief on changing the black young community overviews but also his millennial nation. Millennials have the power and the will, to redefine rules and redesign our world for more security, senses, more respect from each other to each other. « Learning from our mistakes, figures out our responsibilities as engineers of our generation » he says. Knowing and taking the media to do better and communicate to build the best of humankind he likes to “Preach”. He does a show every Sunday 2pm. Let us know what you think. Don't forget to subscribe! L.M.P Entertainment Links: https://linktr.ee/letmepreachpod https://letmepreach.libsyn.com/social-pressurehow-to-survive-the-lockdown --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese and Ann as they discuss Technology, Startups and Business Funding. We discuss vaccine incentives, the surge in start-ups, and ways to fund one's business. This episode features Akilah Thompkins-Robinson, SEO Strategist Expert, and Jalaine Watts, software engineer. Connect with Host Jalaine Watts as he navigates authentic conversations about important subject matters within love , life and relationships. Through his dialogue he dissects the core understanding of relationships between adults , our expectations, our beliefs and our experiences. While uncovering an array of perspectives from men and women. Jalaine Watts is a college educated software engineer by trade. Licensed computer instructor in New York state. 20 years of professional programming experience. He is the creator and host of Dissecting Your Perspective. Follow on IG: @blessedclay Website: www.songhaistudios.com Akilah Thompkins-Robinson is an SEO Strategist, author, speaker, and Tech Influencer. She has worked in IT for 15 years and for the last 5 years has been helping online businesses to stand out and get found online using SEO and content marketing strategies. Founder of Girl Get Visible.com and the Girl Get Visible Podcast, Akilah recently wrote My SEO Workbook, geared towards helping female entrepreneurs learn and do SEO. Akilah tours the country speaking about the importance of using your voice to become visible in your business and women embracing tech opportunities. Akilah is also a loving and devoted wife, Mother, and member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. where she serves on the national branding team as the Digital Director Akilah believes everyone should be someone’s #1 in the search engine. Follow IG: @girlgetvisible Fb-https://m.facebook.com/GirlGetVisible/ group --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese and Ann as they discuss mental health care and advocacy. They will touch upon mental health effects of COVID-19, mental health podcasts, and reform predictions. This episode features an interview with Marina Gee,creator and host of "Mind Bloom You Podcast". Marina Gee is the creator and host of "Mind Bloom You Podcast". She is a breast cancer previvor who was diagnosed with LCIS (Lobular Carcinoma In Situ). Gee has struggled and is still battling extreme anxiety in the face of breast clinical follow-up and diagnostic exams. She created Mind Bloom in order to provide a safe space at the intersection of mental health advocacy and breast cancer awareness. Subscribe to Mind Bloom wherever you listen to your podcasts to hear more on how strong women juggle family life, career goals, and romantic relationships while giving their physical and mental healths a big daily hug. Always remember: healing takes time and is not a linear process. Many days you feel you can take a step or two but not more than that, and many days you feel you can conquer anything. Regardless, hang in there, we're in this #together. Follow her on IG: @mindbloomyou https://www.instagram.com/mindbloomyou/?hl=en https://www.mindbloomyou.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese and Ann as they discuss Businesswomen who Podcast. This week we discussed AstraZeneca vaccine getting shelved, women empowerment , and business lessons learned. Our panel includes Arlene Washburn and Jessica Jawspeaksdigital. Arlene Washburn is a leader in the Matchmaking Industry, with some fairy tale successes to her name. Arlene is the former CEO of the oldest matchmaking school in America. Arlene founded AVConnexions to offer top-level matchmaking, singles events, dating and relationship coaching for professionals. Her keen intuition, combined with adept recruitment skills, has won Arlene widespread acclaim for her matchmaking and relationship coaching across multiple channels. Arlene travels worldwide, speaking to inspire singletons and as a mentor, trainer, consultant and recruiter for other matchmakers. She’s the former resident relationship expert on WOR 710 Radio, New York’s #1 Talk Radio Station, a contributor to Change Your Attitude, Change Your Life Magazine, and featured on Cosmo Sirius® Radio, YourTango, Project Eve and Telemundo, the largest Hispanic TV station. Click Here for more info: https://linktr.ee/AVConnexions Jessica is the creator and host of “The How to Store-Digital Marketing Explained” Podcast. The How to Store - Digital Marketing Explained- If you are ready to become acknowledged as the go to authority figure or expert in your niche, Increase your confidence and courage by creating content that shares the real you online, decrease stress and increase sales and figure out the technology to do it, this podcast is for you! Text #GETDIGITAL to 415-212-9757 to get content ideas and digital media tools reviews. Click Here for more info: https://www.flowcode.com/page/jawspeaksdigital --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese and Ann as we discuss Storytellers who Podcast. In this episode, we touch upon COVID-19 Vaccination Updates, Story telling, and Scripted Podcasts that affect pop culture. This panel discussion includes Angel Sands and Nina Singleton. Angel Sands is the creator of "The Mermaid and The Lion" Podcast, "Durty Talk" Podcast, "Flex on Dem" Podcast, and "The Forgiven Podcast". She also has an entertainment podcast production company with my husband, where they specialize in original audio dramas and sound design/audio engineering for hire. https://linktr.ee/Themermaidandthelion Nina Singleton is the host of "Spicy Pecan Podcast". "Spicy Pecan" Podcast is a weekly audio casserole of current events, popular culture, history, spirituality and how it relates to our self development. Life today moves so quickly and provides so many distractions, it's easy to forget ourselves. SPP is a medicine in the candy approach to helping each other become who we are striving to be. https://linktr.ee/SpicyPecan --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese and Ann as they reflect on the presidential inauguration, touch upon political awareness, and express their positive predictions for 2021. This episode features discussions with Angelique Luna and 4K Jae-J. Angelique is the co-host of the podcast “Sex Positive Me” where she and her husband educate people on the 31+ Flavors of Sex. They travel to speak & teach at conferences to present workshops on topics from Consent, Kink, Ethical Non-Monogamy to age-appropriate sex education. “Sex Positive Me”, is a podcast that strives to be an advocate & an empowering force in the fight for sexual freedom. Our mission is to educate, entertain and talk about that touchy topic that affects us all, sex. "If you don't love yourself, how in the hell you gonna love somebody else?" ~RuPaul. Follow her on IG @spmthelunas All inquires: info@livingasexpositivelife.com 4K Jae-J is the host of “For The Stress”. Join him every week as he tries to navigate this thing called life. “For The Stress” is a podcast for the people. Follow him on IG @forthestress_podcast All inquires: forthestresspod@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Ann and Denese as they discuss parenting styles amid COVID-19, podcasting, and purpose. This episode features a discussion with various mothers who podcast. In 2019, Yhane created, wrote and produced Harlem Queen, an audio drama. In Harlem Queen our Black Royalty of the Harlem Renaissance clashes against the seedy underworld of racketeers and mobsters. Her next audio drama, The Courtship of Mona Mae will launch in February. She is currently researching and writing her next project as a Bundles Community Scholar at Columbia University. Yhane was born and raised in South Jersey, but now calls Harlem her home. Yhane Washington Smith A'Leila Bundles Community Scholar at Columbia University HarlemQueen.org Listen to Harlem Queen on Apple Podcasts Listen to Harlem Queen on Spotify Christie Lazo is a Peruvian-Canadian content creator and mother of one living in Toronto, Canada. She is an advocate for honest, positive and decolonized parenting. Christie is a tea lover, beauty and makeup obsessed, an avid foodie, a travel enthusiast, and a mamá rebelde. Website: http://vidawithchristie.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vidawithchristie/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/vidawithc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VidaWithChristie/ YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAuaRuYZsz0JPkLlswxJM6w Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0DntsDPxNqreWzqnuL07dw Nasia Daley one half of the fast growing Everything & The Kitchen Sink Podcast/YouTube channel where they discuss a variety of topics and current events, including the kitchen sink. Nasia wears many hats as an event planner, podcaster, mother, wife, entrepreneur and the list goes on. Everything & The Kitchen Sink @etkspodcast (Instagram, Twitter, Tik Tok, Facebook) Everything & The Kitchen Sink (YouTube) Lasting Affairs @lastingaffairs (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese and Ann as they discuss the current state of 2021. They will touch upon COVID-19 news, the Clubhouse take over, and the storming of the capitol. Our panel included the following Latinas who Podcast: Erica Hernandez- Hey sister soul sister Podcast Bio: Erica Hernandez is a podcast host, editor, and performer. In 2019, Erica launched two podcasts that ignited her passion for storytelling, entertaining, and educating. What started as a side project became a full blown passion. She quickly picked up editing basics and furthered her audio education by enrolling in multiple online courses. Erica’s mission is to amplify the voices of latinas and women of color by editing, managing and producing their podcasts. Erica recognizes the power of one’s story and voice and looks forward to empowering the Latina and Women of Color community! Social Media: @thee_erica_hernandez @heysistersoulsister.podcast Ana is a highly educated Latina who's purpose in life is to bring science-based sex education to marginalized communities and get Latinas talking about sex. This CSU East Bay alum is currently pursuing a masters of social work and a masters of education in human sexualities from Widener University. As a Certified Sex Coach and owner of Sex in Spanglish she empowers Latinx women, and those who have been socialized as women, with science-based sex education as well as coaching through sexual issues and frustrations. Ana's goal for her clients is to help them embrace both their culture and their sexuality. She is dedicated to lead Latinas to a life free of expectations so they can become the dominant dama they were born to be. Through her podcast, Sex in Spanglish, she empowers mujeres to get in touch with their bodies so they can own their pleasure and discuss their deseos con confianza. Social Media: Facebook: Sex in Spanglish Instagram: @Future Doctora Ana Lopez Website: www.sexinspanglish.com Email: sexinspanglish@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese & Ann discuss reopening of school after the effects of COVID and the racial tension during the pandemics. With all the developments that have transpired, what will the rest of the year in education resemble? The Podcypher panel includes: Amari Pollard is one-fourth of the So-Called Oreos Podcast, a show where four friends discuss topics on being labeled "too Black" or "too white" in society and how this impacts their everyday life. In addition to being a podcaster, Amari is a writer and audience development strategist currently studying strategic communication as a Roy H. Park Fellow at the UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media. Social Media Handles Personal Twitter: @AmariPollard Personal Instagram: @AmariDawn So-Called Oreos Twitter: @SoCalledOreos So-Called Oreos Instagram: @socalledoreos Andrew Santiago is an audio engineer, artist, administrator, and alumni of both I.A.R. And Berkeley. After graduating with a better understanding of audio and production, he began running his recording sessions and collaborating with other artists. Applying to his passion, a tenured ten-year experience of building client relations and revenue as a successful store manager. He looks forward to partnering with Marvin Perdomo in growing the success of both Bravery Studios and its podcasters. Bravery Studios: Facebook:BraveryStudiosNJ Instagram:BraveryStudiosNJ Twitter: @BraveryNJ Andrew Santiago Personal: Instagram:silkcitypro Twitter:silkcitypro --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denise & Ann as they speak about the state of relationships during COVID and the racial strains in this environment. The impacts on relationships with both pandemics and the future of socialization.The Podcypher panel includes; Nakia Swinton is one of the co-hosts of The So-Called Oreos podcast, a podcast discussing all the awkwardness, hardships and hilarity of society labeling you as an "oreo." She has a career in the media industry where she started professionally on the Communications team at VICE Media before her current role of being a Talent Assistant for WarnerMedia's linear channels. Twitter: @kia_swinton and @socalledoreos Instagram: @kia.swins and @socalledoreos Latrice Sampson Richards, LPC-S, CLC is a Mental & Emotional Wellness Creative, Licensed Professional Counselor, and Certified Life-Enhancement Coach. She is the CEO of Sampson Therapeutic Services, LLC. She is equipped with ten years of international experience in counseling and psychotherapy for women, children, adolescents, adults, and families. Latrice is the host of Unicorns Talk Podcast and founder of Trust Village Academy. Trust Village Academy is a membership program that provides an engaging way to identify opportunities for growth, educate yourself on how to get there, and implement life-long change. Latrice shares her growth and self-development journey while presenting critical skills and community support to women ready to heal from their past and build a future they deserve. instagram.com/latricesampsonrichards facebook.com/latricesampsonrichards facebook.com/groups/trustvillage instagram.com/unicornstalkpod Danni Rice is a woman in her 40's out here in these internet streets looking for hot topics to discuss. Giving you her take on them while trying to find some positivity out of all of it. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jussayinpodcast/support Instagram - isntagram.com/jussayinpodcast Twitter - twitter.com/ijspodcast Facebook - facebook.com/mjustsayinpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese & Ann as they address the current issues among the AfroLatinx community with blackness in their history. Also, the panel describes the African diaspora influences around the world. Podcypher panel includes; Jessica Dunston Born and raised in Newark, NC. Jessica is an MSW candidate at Fordham, initiated into Ifa Orisha practice, practitioner of hoodoo, cultural analyst and historian, also doula and herbalist lol.am a wellness advocate, socio-cultural historian, and educator. I help black communities and especially black women by giving them the information they need to make more informed decisions about their personal wellness so that they can thrive and better serve their families and communities. Jessica is also the host of the Blackocraxy podcast. Social Media handles personal: Earthenstar on twitter & instagram podcast: @theblackocracy on instagram, twitter, facebook.com/TheBlackocracy, https://blackocracy.transistor.fm Talib Jasir Fleming is the CEO of FWD Movement and a creative entrepreneur with over 15 years of advertising agency account management and professional coaching. He is also an author, podcast producer/consultant, and founder of the Afros & Audio Podcast Festival and The Vanguard Podcast Network. FWD Movement Life Coaching works with new and veteran creatives, creative entrepreneurs, and podcast creatives. At FWD Movement we acknowledge that creative people are whole BEings with everyday challenges, human emotions, wants and needs, and a desire to create and produce unapologetic-ally. Social Media handles IG @afrosandaudio IG @coachtalib Freddie Alcide Growing up in the 90s, New York City’s radio stations such as WBLS and HOT 97 were always playing the sounds of Hip-Hop and R&B inside Freddie’s home. Although she loved listening to the music on the radio, celebrity interviews are what grabbed her attention. Whenever her role model Angie Martinez would conduct interviews, she would keenly listen to how Angie would have a rapport with the guests and pay attention to how she conducts interviews. She always envisioned herself one day having the opportunity to meet and interview celebrities. The love for radio was born. "The Focal Spot Podcast" focuses on celebrity interviews, mental and women's health. Featured celebrity interviews include Tiffany Haddish, DJ Envy from Power 105.1 "The Breakfast Club", Judge Lauren Lake from "Paternity Court" and more. Her mental health segment “Depression in Hollywood” interview with NYC HOT 97’s DJ Enuff was featured in the online hip-hop website “The Source Magazine”. She even had an opportunity to meet her role model Angie Martinez at a book signing and informed her how much of an inspiration she was to her. Social Media handles IG @freddietheme IG @thefocalspot --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

In this episode, Denese and Ann discuss the impact of Genz on Social Justice. The guest panel talks GenZ's role in social media and the influence of politics within GenZ. Our Podcypher Panel Includes: Mark Beal before authoring his just released book, Engaging Gen Z, Mark Beal served as a public relations practitioner and marketer for more than 25 years, developing and executing public relations campaigns for category leading companies and brands around such major sports and entertainment platforms as the Olympic Games, Super Bowl, World Series, NCAA March Madness, US Open Tennis and The Rolling Stones. He collaborates daily with Gen Z as a full-time professor of practice in public relations in the Rutgers University School of Communication & Information. Mark’s ongoing primary research of Gen Z has led to keynote speeches with the American Marketing Association, the Association of National Advertisers as well as corporations, brands, conferences and agencies. It was Mark’s Gen Z students who inspired him to write his first book, 101 Lessons They Never Taught You In College, which was published in 2017 and his second book, 101 Lessons They Never Taught You In High School About Going To College, which was published in 2018. Mark’s third book, Decoding Gen Z: 101 Lessons Generation Z Will Teach Corporate America, Marketers & Media, captured the attention of media, marketers and employers nationwide as the oldest Gen Zers joined the workforce and the entire Gen Z cohort became the primary focus of corporations and brands. Engaging Gen Z is now available on Amazon.com. Instagram - @markbealpr Twitter - @markbealpr Podcast - 101 Lessons Podcast Reg is the host/ creator of podcasts like “Thought Hack” and “Scoop B & Reg.” In addition to being creative Reg is the founder of Little Engine Media. LEM is a quickly evolving Digital Agency based in the New York Metro area, with a focus in branding, marketing, digital content & advertising. We offer full long-term support in these areas, entire web based content products, as well as our own content brands. Instagram: @LittleEngineMedia @Calixtech Podcast - Thought Hack , Scoop B & Reg Heleana Jeanot Background in real estate and real estate investing. I've done some work in economic development to rebuild distressed communities. I had a business consultant helping small businesses. Studying them and developing structure, processes, and an online business system to encompass their structure and processes with real-time reporting of all activity, statuses, revenue, and expenses to help identify what works well and what needs improvement. Finally, I joined a wealth creation network and started the movement Middle Class to Wealthy to help those of us in the middle class and lower income move away from our dependence on employment and strengthen our position. Podcast Podbean, Stitcher, Apple Podcast - Middle Class to Wealthy Instagram, Facebook, Facebook Group - Middle Class to Wealthy --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

In this episode, Denese and Ann discuss rules for Corona Virus normalcy through this pandemic. The guest panel delves into the issues with Cancel Culture in our society. While addressing the term Karen significance during a racially charged climate and what it exhibits. Our Podcypher Panel Includes; Manny Faces is an award-winning journalist, podcast producer, entrepreneur, and founding director of nonprofit The Center for Hip-Hop Advocacy. As a podcast professional, Manny produces acclaimed shows including the award-winning social justice podcast, News Beat, and interview show, Hip-Hop Can Save America! News Beat was awarded Best Podcast at the 2018 New York Press Club Journalism Awards while HHCSA! Is listed as “recommended material” at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. In 2019, Manny launched a podcast production and consultant firm, Manny Faces Media, and he continues to produce and develop audio projects for various businesses, nonprofits, and journalism outlets. Manny is also an accomplished public speaker, DJ, radio host, and if none of this is impressive enough, he is also a living kidney donor, so there is that. Manny proudly resides in Newark, NJ. Follow Manny on: Twitter: @MannyFaces FB: MannyFacesOfficial IG: MannyFacesNY Podcast ; News Beat-https://www.usnewsbeat.com/ Hip-hop Can Save America- https://www.hiphopadvocacy.org/podcast/ Evan "The show" has been in the media business for over a decade. He’s the former host of MTV’s Grossbusters, a serial entrepreneur and currently the host of the Success Is Learned Behavior podcast. Follow Evan on: Instagram: @evantheshow & @silbbrand Twitter:@evantheshow Eric has been Podcasting since August 2019 his Podcast "The Limitless Experience" captures His life EXPERIENCES. Current Events. Recap and Reaction to the Great Television Show "Power" and "The Chi" Sports reaction from NBA, NFL, & MLB. Gambling Picks. Film and Television recap, reaction, and predictions. Follow Eric on; IG: @LimitLess_E. Podcast: https://anchor.fm/limitlesse/support --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denise and Ann as they discuss the passing of legislative bills that that will initiate change within Black communities. Also, they delve into the importance of building communities and Basketball player's stance on returning for mid-season games. The Podcypher panel includes: Angela V. McKnight, elected as the 1st African American Assemblywoman for the 31st District for the State of New Jersey in 2015 and now serving her second term. She sits on the following committees: Higher Education Committee and Vice-Chair of Women and Children. Angela is a Certified Senior Advisor (CSA). She is also the Carepreneur, who is the Founder & CEO of the 501(c)3 nonprofit organization AngelaCARES, Inc. AngelaCARES, Inc. is headquartered in Jersey City, NJ with its first chapter in Las Vas, Nevada, and in collaboration with United Methodist Communities (PineRidge of Montclair) and Montclair Public Library, the Senior Space operates in Montclair, NJ. AngelaCARES, Inc. motto is “A Passion to Care. The Ability to Help.”Angela is a self-published author of her first book called Caregiver's Guide to Helping Seniors Eat Healthy. In her book, she shares her caregiving experiences to help caregivers assist their Senior Loved One (SLO) eat healthily. Follow Angela on: Instagram: @thankhernow Podcast-Thank Her Now Podcast: https://thankhernow.libsyn.com/ Thank Her Now Podcast: https://thankhernow.libsyn.com/ Kimberly Sumpter was a 17-year radio veteran and is now the host and producer of the Sistah's Connect podcast. In March of 2019, she launched Podcasting Essentials for Beginners, an online course for emerging podcasters. She’s a Community Business Academy instructor for Rising Tide Capital, a non-profit organization dedicated to transforming lives and communities through entrepreneurship and the owner of the Wax Kandy Candle company. Sistah's Connect is a bi-weekly podcast that celebrates the spirit of sisterhood! The podcast highlights interviews with women who have been personally instrumental in her life journey. The goal of the podcast is to empower, enlighten, and encourage women of color to connect on a deeper level. The topics range from friendship to entrepreneurship and purpose. Listener-ship spans from places like the United Kingdom, Barbados, South Africa, Kenya, Puerto Rico, and France. Both Kimberly and the podcast have been featured on: Libsyn.com, Authority Magazine, Izzy and Liv, Podcast Business Journal, Black Enterprise.com, and She Podcasts LIVE. Social media handles - @sistahsconnect on Instagram and Twitter www.facebook.com/groups/mySistahsConnect www.podcastingessentialsforbeginners.com www.sistahsconnect.com Jalaine Watts A college-educated software engineer by trade. He is a licensed computer instructor in New York state and he also has 20 years of professional programming experience. Jalaine is also the creator and host of the podcast "Dissecting Your Perspective". Social media handles - https://www.instagram.com/blessedclay/ https://www.facebook.com/jalaine.watts https://www.instagram.com/dissectingyourperspective/ Website: www.songhaistudios.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese and Ann as they discuss what steps and efforts that would take to rebuild the neighborhood following the social justice protest. The discussion will also entail how rioting affects the Black community, and how it can also initiate changes in our climate. We dive deep with the panel of podcasters about the overall view of the Black dollar. The Podcypher panel includes: Arielle Ryan is an entertainment hustler and content directHER who partners with media outlets and online publications in providing a fun yet informative thought-provoking multimedia and editorial pieces on the latest pop culture, entertainment and celebrity news. As a journalist and industry chameleon, Arielle has successfully sustained roles as a television producer and coordinator for some of the highest commercial broadcasting and cable networks (ABC, NBCUniversal & WeTV) and multinational media conglomerate (Viacom). Recognition of her editorial work has come from large publications around the world including Hello Beautiful and US Weekly. Arielle’s multimedia pieces have been featured on the social media accounts of performers including, Tasha Smith, Dustin Harnish, Amirah Vann and Fox Networks The Four: Battle For Stardom finalist Candice Boyd. Follow Arielle on : Instagram @Arielle_ryan @themillenniherpodcast Podcast -https://anchor.fm/themillenniherpodcast Alexandra Benard- Simmons is THE FOUNDER AND CEO OF THINK LIKE A BOSS CONSIDERS HERSELF A PROFESSIONAL DREAM CHASER. ALEXANDRA BERNARD-SIMMONS HAS MASTERED BOTH THE BUSINESS AND CREATIVE WORLD AS A SUCCESSFUL ENTREPRENEUR, AUTHOR, AND ENTERTAINER. WITH HER BACKGROUND AS A CHOREOGRAPHER AND OVERALL ENTERTAINER, ALEXANDRA HAS WORKED WITH MTV, VH1, BET, COMCAST CABLE, TRU TV, ABC, AND A&E NETWORK TO NAME A FEW, AND SHE HAD A ROLE IN THE STEP UP DANCE MOVIE TRILOGY. SHE’S ALSO OPENED AND SHARED THE STAGE WITH LEGENDS LIKE BOBBIE BROWN, BIZ MARKIE, DOUG-E FRESH, SLICK RICK, NAUGHTY BY NATURE, MR. VEGAS, SHOT VIDEOS WITH FRENCH MONTANA, AND INTERVIEWED COUNTLESS CELEBRITIES LIKE LANCE GROSS, BUSTA RHYMES, LAMMAN RUCKER, TOBIAS TRUVILLIAN, YANDY SMITH, AND MANY MORE! FOLLOW ALEXANDRA ON: Instagram @thinklikeabossnj Podcast-https://anchor.fm/alexandra-bernard-simmons Anthony Frasier is an Author, and public speaker. A Newark, NJ native, Anthony has a long history of mentoring and advising startups & community infrastructures, to solve real problems and build solutions. Before NVP, Anthony was one of the founders behind The Phat Startup. Anthony is also the founder of ABF Creative is a podcast network that synthesizes the commercial and multicultural unturned I’m in a world of insignificant 2-way conversations. Follow Anthony on : Instagram @abfcreatives @anthonyfrasier Podcast-https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/through-her-eyes/id1483291212 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support

Join Denese & Ann as they explore the honest conversations with the podcasters panel. An overall look at everyone's perspective on our current racially charges climate because of George Floyd's murder. The Podcypher panel includes: Shirley "Shirlz" Rejouis is a second generation Haitian from Orange, NJ. She is the Co-Host of The MillenniHer Podcast; a podcast that caters to millennial bosses on the rise. She is an entrepreneur and co founder of a natural hair care line, Melanated Queens Collection. Shirlz currently occupies the role as a Deaf and Hard of Hearing Counselor throughout the psychiatric department within a hospital in NJ. Shirlz maintains a BA degree in Psychology with a concentration in American Sign Language. She also holds a Certificate in American Sign Language/Deaf Studies. While in pursuit of her Masters degree in Social Work, Shirlz support businesses within her community and keeps her hand on the pulse of the African American and Haitian Culture. She also is an active advocate for social justice and mental health within the black community. Follow Shirlz on Instagram - i_5urelyrejoice Podcast IG- @themillenniherpodcast Podcast- https://anchor.fm/themillenniherpodcast Latasha Powell. Better known to everyone as Tasha Lil Queen is a comedic dramatic actress, a singer and a musician a Jade of many trades, was Born & raised in Newark, DE. Tasha began her comedic-acting career at early age by imitating saints at her church. She enjoyed the reaction so much she continued to perfect her craft by joining the Drama Ministry and taking training classes with writer & director David E. Talbert and acting coach Wendy McKenzie. She has performed in multiple stage plays, live concerts, television shows, film, and special events. Tasha is the creator of her characters Momma Murphy, a hip old school grandmother and Brother Akbar a street smart church thug. She is also the recipient of the 2017 Church Stars award for Best Supporting Actress in a stage play. In 2018 Tasha became a Radio Personality (Host) for a new Internet Radio Podcasting Station, The Love Zone USA founded by the late Mike Thomas. A wife and a proud mother of two, Tasha is a force to be reckoned with. Despite her success, Tasha still remains humble and passionate about her many gifts. Follow Latasha on Intsagram @TashaLilqueenie Podcast -https://www.blogtalkradio.com/thelovezoneusa/2020/01/26/hip-hop-christian-connection-presents-groove-sunday DeTravius Bethea, Esq. is an award winning lawyer, entrepreneur, and former professor. He has his own firm where they focus on business law. His podcast is "Read The Fine Print". Follow Detravius on Instagram- @Dbethea15 Podcast-https://anchor.fm/readthefineprint --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcypher/support