Podcasts about akeelah

Let's go experience another art show! A live painting with my friend & artist Taylar Sanders at the Plaza Art fair. You'll come with me from the house all the way to when the house lights come on at the live play of Akeelah & the Bee, with some cool surprises, a meet & greet with some of the actors & other participants. Such as the director of the play. This & more, so let's enjoy the show. Follow me on my socials @HighandDoingThings

Dr. Jacques Bailly, a professor of Classics at the University of Vermont, joins Lexie to discuss the complexities of teaching ancient philosophy and literature and how to make abstract ideas accessible to students, Diodorus Cronus' Master Argument about determinism and free will, and how how he came to be the official pronouncer for the National Spelling Bee. So tuck in your togas and hop aboard Trireme Transit for this week's exciting odyssey!  Don't forget to follow us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram or visit our website www.theozymandiasproject.com! Learn more about Dr. Bailly: https://www.uvm.edu/cas/classics/profiles/jacques-baillyFind his publications on Academia: https://vermont.academia.edu/jacquesbaillyCheck out the Scripps National Spelling Bee: https://spellingbee.com/Check out the 2006 film “Akeelah and the Bee”: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0437800/Read a NYT piece on pronouncing for the Bee: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/07/08/us/dr-jacques-bailly-spelling-bee.htmlRead a Scripps News piece on Dr. Bailly's work: https://www.scrippsnews.com/entertainment/scripps-spelling-bee/meet-the-scripps-national-spelling-bee-champion-turned-pronouncerSupport us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheOzymandiasProject Custom music by Brent Arehart of Arehart Sounds and edited by Dan Maday.  Get exclusive bonus content (ad free episodes, early releases, and experimental content) on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Keke Palmer is an Emmy Award Winning actress, singer, podcast host, and mother. She rose to prominence at the age of twelve through her breakout role in ‘Akeelah and the Bee' and has gone on to star in more than twenty-five films.  In her latest memoir ‘Master of Me' Keke tells her own raw and intimate story.  Keke sits down with Jenna Bush Hager to discuss how she navigated fame at a young age, how becoming a mother gave her clarity about her priorities in life, and how she's embraced who she truly is rather than conforming to others expectations. She shares the powerful lessons she's learned along the way and how she has reclaimed her story, her power, and her purpose.

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3x3 - A SHORT PLAY IN THREE SHORTER ACTS: A married couple face struggles as they try to have a baby, but hope keeps them moving forward ... accordingly. Written by Eric Odom Directed by Jonathan Cook Performed by Devon McSherry as "Stephanie" and TJ McSherry as "Marcus" Intro/Outro music: JK/47 About the writer: Eric Odom is a stage and voice actor from Augusta, GA. Eric can be heard in several audio plays on the Gather by the Ghost Light podcast. Notable stage roles include Charles Condomine in “The Blithe Spirit”, Albert Chang in “Rules of Seconds”, and Mr. Chu in “Akeelah and the Bee.” You can watch the full video of this episode at https://www.youtube.com/@GatherbytheGhostLight Gather by the Ghost Light merch is available at www.ghostlightpubs.com (Ghost Light Publications) If you would like to further support this podcast, please visit Gather by the Ghost Light is increasing public knowledge of emerging writers and actors (buymeacoffee.com) If you enjoy this podcast, please please please leave a rating on your preferred podcast app! For more info or if you wish to contact us, please visit www.gatherbytheghostlight.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Robert and Jeff discuss a double feature this week. It's Jack Black in School of Rock followed by Akeelah and the Bee. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts and catch The OETA Movie Club on Saturdays at 9 pm on OETA. Support the show

This week as a schismatic sect is caught tunnelling underground in New York, we're dealing with a schismatic sect of the Irish variety, intent on burying themselves in pursuit killing of Jack Ryan. Yes, the hunt for the American James Bond continues with 1992's Patriot Games, directed by Phillip Noyce, and starring Harrison Ford, Sean Bean, Anne Archer, Thora Birch, Patrick Bergin, Samuel L. Jackson, Polly Walker, James Earl Jones and Richard Harris. Yes Alec Baldwin has been turfed from the franchise, replaced by the man Paramount always wanted in the role from the start, and Ford does a great job of lending Jack gravity that Baldwin simply can't offer. Unfortunately, the movie around him only gets worse as it goes along, ending with a final reel that feels cut on from a different movie altogether. Meanwhile, Hayley's hyperfocused on the Golden Globes and the start of Awards Season, while Justin's getting deep into Percy Jackson & The Olympians. Other works discussed in this episode include Akeelah and the Bee, No Clue, Bottle Rocket, Foe, The Thing, Cape Fear, Spotlight, Prisoners and Zodiac among others. If you'd like to watch the film before listening to us talk about it, and this week we don't really recommend it, you can find it streaming on Paramount+ at the time of publication. We'll be back next week to wrap up our foray into the Tom Clancy-verse with 1994's Clear and Present Danger, as Harrison Ford becomes the only actor in the history of the franchise who got to play Jack Ryan twice on the big screen. Until then, we'll see you at the movies!

Have you ever wondered why you feel different? .Scripture Reference: Genesis 11 Faith Check: Excerpt from Akeelah and the Bee: Our Deepest Fear “Who are you NOT TO BE?!”.Thank you for listening to the God is Within Her Podcast. Did you enjoy this episode? Be sure to share with your God Sis! Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the show! As always, connect with me on Instagram @yourgodsis

In this week's episode, I was joined by a woman I just met 7 years ago…my sister Akeelah. Throughout our discussion, we chatted about familial troubles, the story of how my estranged uncle told me that I was adopted, and the effects that my adoption has had on our entire family. As we dive deeper into each topic, I was able to shed light on my journey in finding my birth family and touch on how similar we are even though we grew up in different households.   Tune in and see how our crazy yet beautiful family tree has allowed us to form an amazing and loving bond that can't be broken.   Follow Ariel: Instagram: @‌the_arielb TikTok: @‌the_arielb Website: http://www.thistooshallpasspod.com   Watch Full Video On YouTube   Email your letters/advice questions to thearielbpod@gmail.com Join the email list HERE and dont miss an episode or Exclusive merch drop This podcast is produced and edited by Idea to Launch Productions

Press play and be blessed. In todays message Pastor Marlon used the movie "Akeelah and the Bee" to encourage our young ppl and adults alike.

This was a busy week. With plenty to talk about. - April D got new neighbors and we had to go meet them - Perping out lout is crazy - Blindsided by "The Blindside" - We are witnessing the beginning of Usher's villain story fr. Ke Ke Palmer - On my momma, Victoria Money has the best video of the year

Hey hey hey! How are our favourite crackheads? Your girls are back with a gisting episode to give you a social media report card just in case you weren't there when it went down. We discuss all the wahala on the ground, from Akeelah and the Bee to OBO. You can't be tired of our voices just yet oh, tune in.We're now on the GCR podcast network, so you can stream and listen to our episodes wherever you listen to your podcasts as well as on listentogcr.com/is-it-crack. You know how it is already crackheads, please share, leave comments and rate us whenever you can. You can also send us feedback and dilemmas on @isitcrackpod on Twitter & Instagram, we'll always be happy to hear from you.A GCR Production - Africa's Premiere Podcast Network

Actress Kyla Pratt joins Dear Culture to defend her spelling bee skills as Panama Jackson looks back at Akeelah's spelling bee journey and analyzes what her co-championship win meant for the culture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Usher strikes again.

The crew discuss Keke Palmer and boyfriend Darius Jackson social media dispute

On this episode we cover a wide range of topics. Hatch kicks the podcast off with KeKe Palmer shaking the internet up while Saweeti keeps it cute?! Hatch tries to understand the inner groupie in every woman?! Hatch questions what happens when Lena The Plug claims to be a victim?! Michael Rubin's all white party brought out the frat boy in everybody?! Hatch claims Cardi B is having a run only rivaled by Lil Wayne?! Blueface sparks outrage over asking his son if he is gay?! Dwight Howard's training method of his son sparks outrage but should it applauded?! Hatch sparks the great white debate: Topanga vs. Angelina Jolie?! and much much more! Twitter : OGHatch_ FaceBook : OG Hatch FaceBook Group Page: Friends of the Show The Thin Line Between Genius & Insanity YouTube: OGHatchTV Tik Tok : OGHatchTV IG: OGHatch_ Rumble : OGHatch Threads :OGHatch_

By now we've all seen the Keke Palmer and Usher video. People are having mixed reactions, but it seems that the boyfriend is receiving the most backlash. Why? Here is what I think --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/julius-mitchell/support

Welcome Family, Today, we have a special guest with us: Erica Hubbard, a true powerhouse in the entertainment industry. Erica is an award-winning television, film, and stage actress, as well as a talented writer and producer. You may recognize her from her outstanding work on projects streaming on Netflix, BET, Starz, Prime Video, HULU, and more.Erica's impressive portfolio includes major producing credits for films like "Perfectly Single," "Black Coffee," "Professor Mack," and "The Last Fall," directed by the Academy Award winner, Matthew Cherry. She has also graced the big screen in notable studio films like "Save The Last Dance," "The Sisterhood of The Traveling Pants," "Akeelah and The Bee," and "A Cinderella Story," which can be enjoyed on Netflix.Television viewers have been captivated by Erica's performances on hit shows such as "CSI: Miami," "Cold Case," "Everybody Hates Chris," "ER," and "Chicago Med" on NBC. Her series regular roles on "Let's Stay Together" (streaming on BET) and "Lincoln Heights" (currently on HULU) have garnered her a devoted fan base.Beyond her acting career, Erica Hubbard is a proud member of the Producers Guild of America and has recently delved into writing with her holiday love story, "Holiday Mistletoe," currently in production. In her spare time, she also dedicates herself to promoting her children's books: "You, She, Her, Him" (Volume 1 & 2), and oversees her 501(c)3 non-profit organization, The Erica Hubbard Foundation, as Executive Director. Through the foundation, she mentors at-risk youth and provides scholarships to college students.Erica's journey from the South Side of Chicago to becoming a leading lady in over 50 movies and television shows is remarkable. Today, she joins us to share her insights on thriving in Hollywood as a multifaceted Black woman. We'll explore how her diverse upbringing shaped her unique perspective and ability to connect with people from all walks of life.In this empowering episode, we'll delve into the importance of mentorship, self-awareness, and giving back to the community. We'll shine a light on Erica's transformative mission to uplift at-risk youth through her foundation. By providing scholarships and guidance, she is helping these young individuals pursue education and unlock their true potential. This episode celebrates the resilience and brilliance of Black women, amplifying their voices in a world that needs to see them differently. Join us as we are inspired by the dynamic and enchanting Erica Hubbard.Support the showCheck out our new website and shop: www.blackwomenamplified.com Visit our L.I.F.E LEARNING LAB and discover our life personal development digital download journals and masterclasses. visit: www.blackwomenamplified.com/lifePlease support our Power Partners:Buddha Tea: Rich delicious tea with soothing properties perfect for your self-care experience.www.BuddhaTeas.comVital Body is a nutrient company that I have used for over 15 years. They have an incredible product called Vital Fruits and Vegetables that contains amazing ingredients, enzymes, probiotics, and greens with no added sugar. My clients love it as well. www.vitalbody.comThey are offering our tribe 20% off when you use the code: OY2N2GLV5AThank you for supporting our power partners. They help keep the show going. I appreciate it. Monica Wisdom

Emmy award-winning actress, singer/songwriter, host, producer, and author Keke Palmer visits Google to talk about her journey and the importance of building belonging through community. Keke Palmer is a passionate voice of the millennial generation. She was honored with a 2021 Primetime Emmy Award for her portrayal of the five Taylor family members in her own series, "Turnt Up with the Taylors," based on the original characters who rose to popularity on her social media. Keke rose to prominence through her breakout role in "Akeelah and the Bee" at age 12, starring opposite Angela Bassett and Lawrence Fishburne, and has gone on to star in over 25 films and 30 TV shows. Most recently, she launched her own digital network, KeyTV, dedicated to spotlighting a new generation of diverse creators and democratizing the entertainment industry. Visit http://g.co/TalksAtGoogle/Village to watch the video.

Today, we're taking a moment for miss Keke "keep a bag" Palmer! New audiences are getting to know Keke Palmer, but THE GAG IS, she has had an incredible impact throughout her years as a performer. We talk about our favorites, including Akeelah and The Bee, Jump In!, her always iconic viral moments, and more! Baby, THIS, is Keke Palmer. What's your favorite Keke moment? Want more podcast content? Join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/thisisamomentpodcast Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisisamomentpod/ Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thisamomentpod Music by Khalil Slim: https://linktr.ee/khalilsemien Produced by Olive Bieni, Paige Elson, and Imia Hawkins

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Being the national spelling bee champion may not be the dream of every kid growing up in South Los Angeles, but Akeelah was special. Dear Culture speaks to several people, including her rival Kyla Pratt about what Akeelah's accomplishments and spelling bee co-win meant for the culture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on Two Mics Up, dame chops it up with actress, model, producer Erica Hubbard. Erica is best known for her roles as Kiana Anderson in the film Akeelah and The Bee, Cassandra "Cassie" Sutton on the ABC Family series Lincoln Heights and Kita Whitmore on Let's Stay Together on the BET network. She is also the voice of Abbey for the Disney TV series The Replacements. Most importantly Erica has also created "The Erica Hubbard Foundation" to help youth in at-risk communities which we discuss in detail. Make sure to tune in and catch this full conversation from not just an amazing artist, but an amazing human being! *Please make sure to support the Erica Hubbard Foundation Featuring: Erica Hubbard: Actress, Model, Producer, Humanitarian Social Media: IG: @1ericahubbard FB: @1ericahubbard Twitter: @EricaHubbard Erica Hubbard Foundation: https://www.theericahubbardfoundation.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/twomicsup/support

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Keke Palmer has already racked up two decades in show business. She acts, sings, hosts a TV show and is the face of numerous memes — and she has big plans for more. Fresh off hosting "SNL" and starring in “Nope,” Palmer recently sat down with our sister podcast "The Envelope." She shares what it was like to work with Jordan Peele on his blockbuster sci-fi thriller, how she felt about being her family's breadwinner during her childhood and the advice Laurence Fishburne and Angela Bassett gave her on the set of “Akeelah and the Bee.” Read the full transcript here. Hosts: Mark Olsen and Yvonne VillarrealGuests: Keke PalmerMore reading:Surprise! Keke Palmer announces pregnancy and SZA reveals album release date on ‘SNL'Is there anything better than Keke Palmer on a press tour? NopeReview: A superb Keke Palmer keeps underdeveloped ‘Alice' mostly on track

We're back! Let's talk about spelling. Next week, we're discussing Keke Palmer's episode of SVU! Befriend us: Pod: @thetoniawards on Instagram, @toniawardspod on Twitter Jake: @jakeheverhart on Instagram, @therealjakobeem on Twitter Sam: @samanthprosser on Instagram, @samanthprosser on Twitter Emily: @emakers7 on Instagram Carlos: @carlosnolla on Instagram, @carlosnolla24 on Twitter

Erica Hubbard is an award-winning television, film, stage actress, writer and producer who has several projects that are streaming on Netflix, BET, Starz, Prime Video, HULU and more.Her major producing credits include Perfectly Single, Black Coffee, Professor Mack and The Last Fall (which screened in South By Southwest Film Festival) Directed by Academy-Award Winner' Matthew Cherry. Erica Hubbard has starred in countless studio films such as Save The Last Dance, The Sisterhood of The Traveling Pants with Blake Lively, Akeelah and The Bee with Keke Palmer, Angela Bassett and Laurence Fishburne and A Cinderella Story with Hillary Duff streaming on Netflix.Hubbard has also appeared on hit television shows such as CSI: Miami, Cold Case, Everybody Hates Chris, ER and Chicago Med on NBC.Erica Hubbard's most popular characters are from her series regular roles on the popular television series' Let's Stay Together streaming on BET and Lincoln Heights currently streaming on HULU.Erica Hubbard is a member of the Producers Guild of America. Recently, she has written a holiday love-story' Holiday Mistletoe which is in production. In her spare time she promotes her children books: You, She, Her, Him (Volume 1 & 2) and oversees her 501(c)3 Non-profit' The Erica Hubbard Foundation as Executive Director mentoring at-risk youth and giving away scholarships to college students.Hubbard is a graduate of Columbia College where she received a degree in Communications. Erica Hubbard can recently be seen as a leading-lady in the hit film' My Perfect Wedding streaming on BET Plus and Prime Video.follow on IG @1ericahubbard

Erica Hubbard is an award-winning television, film, stage actress, writer and producer who has several projects that are streaming on Netflix, BET, Starz, Prime Video, HULU and more. Her major producing credits include Perfectly Single, Black Coffee, Professor Mack and The Last Fall (which screened in South By Southwest Film Festival) Directed by Academy-Award Winner' Matthew Cherry. Erica Hubbard has starred in countless studio films such as Save The Last Dance, The Sisterhood of The Traveling Pants with Blake Lively, Akeelah and The Bee with Keke Palmer, Angela Bassett and Laurence Fishburne and A Cinderella Story with Hillary Duff streaming on Netflix. Hubbard has also appeared on hit television shows such as CSI: Miami, Cold Case, Everybody Hates Chris, ER and Chicago Med on NBC. Erica Hubbard's most popular characters are from her series regular roles on the popular television series' Let's Stay Together streaming on BET and Lincoln Heights currently streaming on HULU. Erica Hubbard is a member of the Producers Guild of America. Recently, she has written a holiday love-story' Holiday Mistletoe which is in production. In her spare time she promotes her children books: You, She, Her, Him (Volume 1 & 2) and oversees her 501(c)3 Non-profit' The Erica Hubbard Foundation as Executive Director mentoring at-risk youth and giving away scholarships to college students. Hubbard is a graduate of Columbia College where she received a degree in Communications. Erica Hubbard can recently be seen as a leading-lady in the hit film' My Perfect Wedding streaming on BET Plus and Prime Video. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/steven-cuoco/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/steven-cuoco/support

Vincent and Len give respect due to The Woman King, the number one film in the country its opening week, relive the insanity of Sylvester Stallone's Over The Top, plus Top 5 Black Girl Magic - Acting division, Six Degrees of D'Urville to Ed Begley Jr and Jim Carrey. And (56:55) our review of Doug Atchison's Akeelah and The Bee, which introduced a star named Keke. Email micheauxmission@gmail.com Leave Voicemail for Vincent & Len @micheauxmission FB, IG, Twitter, YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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For today's movie review:Keke Palmer stars as Akeelah, a young schoolgirl on a quest to spell her way to victory in a national spelling bee, in Akeelah and the Bee! Laurence Fishburne and Angela Bassett costar in this 2006 family film, so check out Adam and Andy as they r-a-t-e this m-o-v-i-e!Check out Akeelah and the Bee (2006)Show Notes:What We've Been Watching:Adam: Locke & Key (S3), Better Call SaulAndy: Spelling the Dream, TenetChapters:(~0:00:00) Introduction(~0:00:38) Featured Review(~0:13:45) What We've Been Watching(~0:22:23) Up Next(~0:23:30) ClosingLike, comment, or subscribe if you'd want to see more episodes.Feel free to send us a question we can answer on the air to ReelShame@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram @ReelShame.

What makes theatre such an important part of building connections -- both in school and out of school? And how can theatre help foster imagination and self-awareness as part of a strong STEM/STEAM program? Meet Selah Theatre Project's Founding Artistic Director, LaTasha Do'zia. Latasha is a visionary artist and entrepreneur who uses the arts to help build a stronger, kinder, and more creative community. As a teaching artist, LaTasha has used theatre as a tool for teacher development, private business communication, counselor training, mental health intervention, and social justice movements.  In 2021, LaTasha was appointed by the Governor to serve on the Virginia Commission for the Arts,.  It has been my privilege to lead professional development workshops on multicultural picture books and STEAM connections with LaTasha. We are co-teaching at Shenandoah University, where we explore bringing multicultural picture books to life. Full show notes.[02:07] We talk about LaTasha's personal adventure in learning and how she reached a place where she owns and operates her own theatre company. "I discovered theater when I was six years old," LaTasha says. "My mother said that I was too dramatic and I needed to put that energy somewhere." We've said this before on the podcast, but books have an amazing power to provide windows, mirrors, and sliding glass doors for children (and adults) as they navigate establishing their identities and figuring out who they are in the world. If you haven't read it yet, I strongly encourage you to check out Dr. Rudine Sims Bishop's seminal work on the subject. At [04:27], we learn that LaTasha's favorite book from her childhood that also served as a mirror was John Steptoe's Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters.We delve deeper into the creation of LaTasha's Selah Theatre Project, which she started 11 years ago. LaTasha offers a sneak peek at the new season, which includes What the Consitution Means to Me, Trouble In Mind, Macbeth, Akeelah and the Bee, and Guess Who's Coming to Dinner?   [06:51]  "We do 8 productions a year and it's a mixture of youth theater, teen theater, and community theater," she says. "We focus on diverse voices as much as possible. And diversity comes in so many ways. It's not just racial, it's also socioeconomic, it's also learning based. There's so much diversity in our group and we're very proud of that. We're small but mighty."[16:58] I have been fortunate enough to work with LaTasha to help teachers and librarians unlock strategies for connecting multicultural picture books with STEAM for more engaged learning. We  incorporate drama into these workshops toBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast laun Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showRead the full show notes, visit the website, and check out my on-demand virtual course. Continue the adventure at LinkedIn or Instagram. *Disclosure: I am a Bookshop.org. affiliate.

 Podcast presented by Neema Barnette  returns for Season 3 episode 2 with a special conversation with actor #JerisLeePoindexter star of Everybody Hates Chris, Akeelah and the Bee and The Color Purple.  Hosted by @bonitabrisker. https://www.blackhistoryminidocs.com 

Akeelah and the mispelled bee!

This week on the OETA Movie Club Podcast we discuss "Akeelah and the Bee", the 2006 drama film directed by Doug Atchison, and starring Laurence Fishburne; Angela Bassett; Keke Palmer; Curtis Armstrong. The movie is about a young girl from South Los Angeles trying to make it to the National Spelling Bee. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts and tune in to Akeelah and the Bee on Saturday, July 30, 2022 at 9 pm on  OETA.

We preview this weekend's Racine Theater Guild performances of "Akeelah and the Bee," which centers on a talented young woman preparing for the National Spelling Bee over the objections of her mother. Kara Ernst-Schalk is director of the production. Saniah Carter is in the cast. This production was just about to open in the spring of 2020 when the onset of the pandemic forced the performances to be postponed and ultimately cancelled. Most of the cast from two years ago is back as the production finally opens.

ALICE MOVIE REVIEW Sara Jane, Jordan, Lewayne, and T.C. sit down to discuss this new Blacksploitation thriller, Alice, the debut feature from writer/director Krystin Ver Linden. The film is the tale of Alice (played by Keke Palmer of Akeelah and the Bee fame), a young woman and slave on a Georgian plantation, seemingly deep in… Read More »Screener Squad: Alice

ALICE MOVIE REVIEW Sara Jane, Jordan, Lewayne, and T.C. sit down to discuss this new Blacksploitation thriller, Alice, the debut feature from writer/director Krystin Ver Linden. The film is the tale of Alice (played by Keke Palmer of Akeelah and the Bee fame), a young woman and slave on a Georgian plantation, seemingly deep in… Read More »Screener Squad: Alice

On this episode, Who What Wear editor Jasmine Fox-Suliaman speaks with our March cover star—actress, singer, producer, and writer Keke Palmer. From starring in movies such as Akeelah and the Bee and Hustlers and playing Cinderella on Broadway to creating her beloved TikToks, hosting the Met Gala, and co-authoring a series of short stories, Palmer continues to expand her groundbreaking career in every direction. She's here to talk about finding her way through success, celebrity, and her most fulfilling work; the power art holds in shifting perspective and culture; and her highly anticipated upcoming projects, including Alice, in theaters March 18, and Jordan Peele's Nope, out this July.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode, Who What Wear editor Jasmine Fox-Suliaman speaks with our March cover star—actress, singer, producer, and writer Keke Palmer. From starring in movies such as Akeelah and the Bee and Hustlers and playing Cinderella on Broadway to creating her beloved TikToks, hosting the Met Gala, and co-authoring a series of short stories, Palmer continues to expand her groundbreaking career in every direction. She's here to talk about finding her way through success, celebrity, and her most fulfilling work; the power art holds in shifting perspective and culture; and her highly anticipated upcoming projects, including Alice, in theaters March 18, and Jordan Peele's Nope, out this July.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week is a tough one y'all. This Black history month, Jared and Lauren decided to crit (25:44) one of the only, if not THE ONLY, Black films with an acclaimed literary reference, Beloved (1998). Find Us Online- Website: www.scarycritpodcast.com- Twitter: http://twitter.com/scarycritpodcast- Instagram: http://instagram.com/scarycritpodcastCredits- Host and Producer: Lauren La MelleInstagram: @laurenlamelle | Twitter: @laurenlamelle | Website: www.laurenlamelle.com- Host and Editor: Jared HudsonInstagram: @blossomsandbooks93 | Twitter: @jareddhudsonGems from E51:Zola (2021)Spencer (2021)Spiderman: No Way Home (2021)Black Panther (2018)The Tragedy of Macbeth (2021)Tick Tick Boom (2021)Hacksaw Ridge (2016)Encanto (2021)The Mitchells vs The Machines (2021)Raya and the Last Dragon (2021)Flee (2021)Dune (2021)Cruella (2021)101 Dalmatians (1996)Death on the Nile (1978)Westside Story (2021)Licorice Pizza (2021)Summer of Soul (2021)Don't Look Up (2021)Drive My Car (2021)West Side Story (2021)West Side Story (1961)Daughters of the Dust (1991)Oklahoma! (1943, play)Euphoria (2019)Nope (2022)Us (2019)Get Out (2017)Scream: The TV Series (2015)Animal (2014)Lightyear (2022)Buzz Lightyear of Star Command (2000)Alice (2022)Antebellum (2020)Akeelah and the Bee (2005)Barbershop 2: Back in Business (2004)The Village (2004)Grand Crew (2021)Eve Bayou (1997)Kindred (upcoming, TV series)Beloved (1998)Beloved (Toni Morrison, Alfred A. Knopf Inc., 1987, Print)Diary of a Mad Black Woman (2005)Set It Off (1996)The Babadook (2014)Paranormal Activity: Next of Kin (2021)House on Haunted Hill (1999)Underground (2016)Bride of Chucky (1998)The Thing (1982)Roots (1977, miniseries)Transformers (2007)If Beale Street Could Talk (2018)Kindred (Octavia Butler, Doubleday, 1979, Print)

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This week is a tough one y'all. This Black history month, Jared and Lauren decided to crit (25:44) one of the only, if not THE ONLY, Black films with an acclaimed literary reference, Beloved (1998). Find Us Online - Website: www.scarycritpodcast.com - Twitter: http://twitter.com/scarycritpodcast - Instagram: http://instagram.com/scarycritpodcast Credits - Host and Producer: Lauren La Melle Instagram: @laurenlamelle | Twitter: @laurenlamelle | Website: www.laurenlamelle.com - Host and Editor: Jared Hudson Instagram: @blossomsandbooks93 | Twitter: @jareddhudson Gems from E51: Zola (2021) Spencer (2021) Spiderman: No Way Home (2021) Black Panther (2018) The Tragedy of Macbeth (2021) Tick Tick Boom (2021) Hacksaw Ridge (2016) Encanto (2021) The Mitchells vs The Machines (2021) Raya and the Last Dragon (2021) Flee (2021) Dune (2021) Cruella (2021) 101 Dalmatians (1996) Death on the Nile (1978) Westside Story (2021) Licorice Pizza (2021) Summer of Soul (2021) Don't Look Up (2021) Drive My Car (2021) West Side Story (2021) West Side Story (1961) Daughters of the Dust (1991) Oklahoma! (1943, play) Euphoria (2019) Nope (2022) Us (2019) Get Out (2017) Scream: The TV Series (2015) Animal (2014) Lightyear (2022) Buzz Lightyear of Star Command (2000) Alice (2022) Antebellum (2020) Akeelah and the Bee (2005) Barbershop 2: Back in Business (2004) The Village (2004) Grand Crew (2021) Eve Bayou (1997) Kindred (upcoming, TV series) Beloved (1998) Beloved (Toni Morrison, Alfred A. Knopf Inc., 1987, Print) Diary of a Mad Black Woman (2005) Set It Off (1996) The Babadook (2014) Paranormal Activity: Next of Kin (2021) House on Haunted Hill (1999) Underground (2016) Bride of Chucky (1998) The Thing (1982) Roots (1977, miniseries) Transformers (2007) If Beale Street Could Talk (2018) Kindred (Octavia Butler, Doubleday, 1979, Print)

A new monument is designed to showcase the rich cultural history and beauty of the predominantly Black community in Crenshaw. A stop for the metro line is being added and usually the comes with gentrification and eradication of culture. So maybe the most critical goal of the project might be this: to show Los Angelenos and visitors to the city that the Crenshaw community—most famously portrayed on film in Akeelah and the Bee and Boyz n the Hood—isn't a neighborhood to be passed through. It's a destination worth traveling to. It's a community that is worthy of art, beauty, economic investment, and most importantly—honor and respect. This episode is sponsored by: Next City Newsletter - Signing up for our newsletters is the best way to stay informed on the issues that matter. To subscribe now, head to nextcity.org/newsletter and enter your email address. Next City App - Downloading the Next City App is a smart way to stay informed. Turn on notifications and it's easy to ensure you never miss a story. To download the app now, search for Next City in the Android or Apple store. 

Happy Holidays from Indie Artist Music Hustle with Blonde Intelligence. This episode is a re-upload of R&B Singer Akeelah Simone. One of the things that I admire about her is her dedication to her music. I have worked as a show manager, artist manager, social media manager, executive assistant and more. I have seen people slack off instead of work harder. Akeelah has been nominated for several awards and balances all with being a mother.Follow me on Facebook @Blonde.IntelligenceBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show (https://cash.app/$RoniR1)

This week we're talking with Emmy Award-winning actress, singer, TV show host, and writer, Keke Palmer. Though Keke is perhaps best known for her roles in films like Akeelah and the Bee, Hustlers and the Scream Queens series, Keke is also an accomplished writer. She's recently partnered with romance novelist Jasmine Guillory to produce a collection of short stories, called Southern Belle Insults, which is available to listen to or read for free on Amazon. Listen to hear Keke talk about how the character of Lady Miss Jacqueline came to be, and where she hopes to take her next.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode, we sit down and chat with Akeelah Kuraishi, the Co-Founder of the subscription box service,  Little Global Citizens. Akeelah discusses how her later in life "gap year" ended up being one of her most profound experiences that ultimately led to her creating her own company. She shares her thoughts on the commonalities of people across the world, how exposure to others fosters compassion and understanding, and most importantly, how we can teach these things to the next generation. Little Global Citizens

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On this episode of Woke By Accident Podcast, your host Jenn Washington discusses the death of #Akeelah Jackson from St. Louis, MO. Former St. Louis County police officer Preston Marquart was charged with second degree involuntary manslaughter in Akeelah Jackson's death in October 2019. Jackson died after being hit was struck by the St. Louis County police cruiser on October 14, 2019. Jen shares the disappointing ruling from Circuit Judge Scott Millikan released Friday October 15th acquitting Marquart of all charges. Listen to Woke By Accident Podcast: https://linktr.ee/wokebyaccident --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/c4challenge/message

It's World Teacher Day (appreciate teachers every day, you). So, we watched some comedy, action, & drama centered around teachers. Thanks for all you do: AP Bio, The Substitute, Stand & Deliver, The Principal, Lean on Me, Dangerous Minds, Akeelah & the Bee. Follow Cort's podcast with Brad at PureFandom.comCheck out Susan's movie stats on Letterboxd https://letterboxd.com/barbisu/stats/Original music by Garrett ThompsonJoin us for live tweets of our favorite shows, and Follow us on Twitter & Instagram @GeekGirlSoupContinue the conversation on facebook.com/groups/GeekGirlSoupEmail your questions and comments to GeekGirlSoup@gmail.comGeek on!Start shutting up! (For all y'all who've watched “A.P. Bio.”)It's World Teacher Day, and at Geek Girl Soup we're celebrating teachers by watching some teacher-centered movies and shows.We start with the hilarious—and totally inappropriate—“A.P. Bio” (Peacock). A philosophy professor from Harvard gets fired from Harvard and has to leave Harvard to go back home to Toledo, Ohio. He takes over a class of A.P. biology instead of teaching philosophy at Harvard. (Did I mention that he was a professor at Harvard? I don't think that I mention Harvard as many times as he does in a single episode.) Instead of actually teaching biology, he entangles his students in his schemes to bring down his archnemesis—a philosophy professor-cum-bestselling-author. Susan says not to bother watching beyond season 1.“The Substitute” (IMDb TV) stars Tom Berenger as a retired mercenary who goes undercover as a substitute teacher after his fiancée is attacked in the school where she works as a teacher. He investigates the gang that attacked her and uncovers… guess what… that drugs are being sold in the school. The school must be cleaned up!“Stand and Deliver” (HBO Max) is a biopic that features Edward James Olmos as Jaime Escalante. Mr. Escalante gives up a job as an engineer and takes over a basic math class in a school in East Los Angeles. He tells his students that math is “the great equalizer.” He kicks out kids who don't do the work and challenges all the students to push themselves harder than they thought possible, not only to pass algebra, but to take and pass A.P. calculus.“The Principal” (rent) stars Jim Belushi as a teacher who becomes the principal of a gang- and drug-riddled school. Admittedly, this is a paltry version of…“Lean on Me” (HBO Max), which is a biopic that stars Morgan Freeman as “Crazy” Joe Clark, who becomes the principal of a gang- and drug-riddled school in the late 1980s where he was once a hippie teacher in 1960s. His unorthodox (and dangerous) methods earned him the moniker “crazy.” He immediately expels all known drug dealers. He locks the exterior doors with chains. (Can you say, “Fire hazard”?) He walks around the halls with a baseball bat. He takes a kid onto the roof of the school and urges him to jump. He fires the music teacher. (Yeah, ‘cause the arts don't matter.) And he belittles his ever-loyal assistant principal. But… he does “clean up” the school. And the students love him. In contrast to Joe Clark's stance on Mozart, in “Dangerous Minds” (Hulu) (not a true story), Michelle Pfeiffer teaches her dropout-prone students the poetry of Bob Dylan and Dylan Thomas. She lures them into doing their homework with karate moves, candy bars, an unauthorized trip to an amusement park,

It's September, and a new school semester is underway. Whether it's been two weeks, two months, or two decades since you were last in a classroom, we all see the back-to-school sales and feel the daily commutes getting tighter with school transportation once again on the roads every morning and afternoon. For the show's first two-parter, we look at 1999's October Sky and 2006's Akeelah and the Bee for crowd-pleasing, inspirational stories about the academic underdog who gives it their all to defy the odds, rise to a challenge, and see what they're made of - with the help of supportive teachers and mentors along the way. Plus, the usual behind-the-scenes fun facts, poll results, new trivia, and more shout-outs to listeners!

Hi podcast listeners, I'm Barbara Morgan and you're listening to Austin Film Festival's On Story. This week on On Story we'll hear from screenwriter and director Doug Atchison. Atchison is a writer-director best known for the 2006 film, Akeelah and the Bee which stars Keke Palmer and Laurence Fishburne. In 2000 the Atchison's script won a Nicholl Fellowship in Screenwriting and the film later earned him a win at the 2007 Image Awards for Outstanding Writing in a Feature Film. Atchison went on to pen the screenplay for the 2018 biopic Brian Banks for which he won a Humanitas award. Moderator Alex Mitchell spoke with Atchison after a screening of Akeelah and the Bee at the Austin Film Festival. Clips of Akeelah and the Bee courtesy of LionsGate Films Hi podcast listeners, I'm Barbara Morgan and you're listening to Austin Film Festival's On Story. This week on On Story we'll hear from screenwriter and director Doug Atchison. Atchison is a writer-director best known for the 2006 film, Akeelah and the Bee which stars Keke Palmer and Laurence Fishburne. In 2000 the Atchison's script won a Nicholl Fellowship in Screenwriting and the film later earned him a win at the 2007 Image Awards for Outstanding Writing in a Feature Film. Atchison went on to pen the screenplay for the 2018 biopic Brian Banks for which he won a Humanitas award. Moderator Alex Mitchell spoke with Atchison after a screening of Akeelah and the Bee at the Austin Film Festival. Clips of Akeelah and the Bee courtesy of LionsGate Films

Today's podcast is an examination of mentor movies. We discuss a plethora of films that demonstrate these tried-and-true dynamics: Wall Street, The Devil Wears Prada, Whiplash, Coach Carter, The Karate Kid, Doctor Strange, Akeelah and the Bee, Dead Poets Society, Rocky, Men in Black, and more! And we also take a few minutes at the end to recognize some special mentors in our own lives.

This week your girls discuss the flash flood action reminiscent of the Titanic in the NYC Subway, Akeelah and The Bee, Zaila Avant-Garde, Beyoncé making the world nervous about Telfar (1:45-13:23), Wendy Williams takes it too far on her self titled show (13:28-19:14), The out of pocket comment made by Tristan Thompson (19:19-29:06), Drake's romantic but not so secret date at Dodger Stadium (29:11-36:47), and Barack Obama gracing us with his Summer playlist (36:53-41:33).Every Wednesday, we give you our unfiltered opinion on hip-hop and pop culture events that happen each week. Check out our past episodes to all of our commentary going on in entertainment. Please make sure to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes and as always, send in the topics and questions you'll love us to speak about to  talktousnice@gmail.com Socials: Instagram: @talktousnicepodcast,  @mikaadeniran, @kelsey_mckoyTwitter: @TalkToUsNice, @mikaadeniran. @kelsey_mckoy

Join #MollieandAquafena For Episode 15 Lil Akeelah and the Bee Today We supported a Black Business: Honeydew Holistics Located in Brooklyn NY Instagram: @honeydewholistics Wise Womb Herbal Detox- A healing formula designed to release stored toxins & waste. It aids the body in naturally shrinking & eliminating fibroids, cysts, and blockages. This organic herbal blend is also great for cystic acne & hormonal breakouts. It purifies & nourishes the blood while helping to improve hormonal balance and reducing PMS symptoms. Join our safe space for bi-weekly podcast covering mental health, life style, black culture, and relationships. A comic relief for your reality. Shit is real, but it's funny! We just creating shit. Shit for the working woman, shit for the woman in her 30s, and shit for the woman who is working on her own shit. Follow us online: Instagram- @mollieandaquafena Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/user?u=53781717 Website- https://www.mollieandaquafena.com #MollieandAquafena #Podcast #blackculture #Blackpodcasters #Blackpodcast #Media #Womeninpodcasting

A discuss with two young men that cuts across different things patterning to life and growing up in Nigeria for explicitness you should absolutely take a listen.

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“Sheila. S-H-E-I-L-A. Sheila.” This week the boys revisit April 28th, 2006’s major releases, AKEELAH & THE BEE, UNITED 93, and the Robin Williams comedy, RV, written by this week’s special guest: Emmy nominated screenwriter and best-selling author, Geoff Rodkey! How do you spell “Movie Podcast Magic?” E-P-I-S-O-D-E-4—7-o-f-O-P-E-N-I-N-G-W-E-E-K-E-N-D!

Will Robinson, Dean of Student Life, talks with senior Nia Cross and new student Akeelah Romeo about their experiences at St. Andrew's this year.

The Black Movie Podcast - S1E5 - Akeelah and the Bee [2006] Ryan pulls out a family-friendly favorite that gets everyone talking about spelling bees, the Angela Bassett Black Mom Continuum, and the dearth of coming of age movies for Black girls. Learn more: IMDB | Shadow and Act: Black Girlhood in Film Where To Watch: Amazon Prime | YouTube If you're enjoying the podcast, rate & review usn Apple Podcasts, and follow us on social at @blkmoviepodcast on Twitter and @blackmoviepodcast on Instagram. Find out more at http://blackmoviepodcast.com

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Episode SummaryTake a trip through time with Sid Ganis as he shares how a couple of rejection letters shaped his amazing and long career as a motion picture executive and producer. Movie buffs will revel in his stories about working closely with George Lucas, Steven Spielberg, and Francis Ford Coppola, what happens off-camera during awards shows, and how Hollywood is evolving into a more socially conscious industry. Syd FinkelsteinSyd Finkelstein is the Steven Roth Professor of Management at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College. He holds a Master's degree from the London School of Economics and a Ph.D. from Columbia University. Professor Finkelstein has published 25 books and 90 articles, including the bestsellers Why Smart Executives Fail and Superbosses: How Exceptional Leaders Master the Flow of Talent, which LinkedIn Chairman Reid Hoffman calls the “leadership guide for the Networked Age.” He is also a Fellow of the Academy of Management, a consultant and speaker to leading companies around the world, and a top 25 on the global Thinkers 50 list of top management gurus. Professor Finkelstein's research and consulting work often relies on in-depth and personal interviews with hundreds of people, an experience that led him to create and host his own podcast, The Sydcast, to uncover and share the stories of all sorts of fascinating people in business, sports, entertainment, politics, academia, and everyday life. Sid GanisMarketing, publicity, distribution, production – Sid Ganis has seemingly done it all. He got his start at 20th Century-Fox in New York City in the early 1960s, and after stints at Fox, Columbia, and Seven Arts he became Senior Vice President at Lucasfilm in 1979, and worked with George Lucas in marketing such blockbusters as “The Empire Strikes Back,” “Raiders of the Lost Ark” and “Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom.” In the 1980s he segued to prexy at Paramount where he oversaw such hits as “Top Gun” “Fatal Attraction” and “Ghost.” From 1992 to 1996, he returned to Columbia as Vice Chairman and President of worldwide marketing for Columbia/Tristar, and then in 1996 founded his own company, Out of the Blue Entertainment. With wife Nancy as a partner, and in association with Adam Sandler, he produced “Big Daddy,” “Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo,” “Mr. Deeds,” and “Akeelah and the Bee”. Sid has had a distinguished career in Hollywood as an executive at major studios including Sony Pictures, Lucasfilm, Warner Bros., and Paramount. He served on the board of directors of Marvel Entertainment until its sale to Disney in 2009. During that time, Marvel developed Spider-Man, Iron Man, and The Avengers, among other films. He has served on the boards of FIND (Film Independent) and the University of California, Berkeley Art Museum/Pacific Film Archive. He currently serves as co-chairman of the New York Chinese Film Festival.Sid is known throughout the industry as the former president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, a prestigious position he held for four consecutive years. He has led the development of the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, which is the world's premier museum devoted to exploring and curating the history and future of the moving image. He was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2013 Gabby Awards.Insights from this episode:How luck and learning allowed Sid to break into the entertainment industry and continued to help him create a long and distinguished career as a movie executive.Details on working with George Lucas, Steven Spielberg, Francis Ford Coppola, and others on blockbuster movies and what new directors Sid is impressed by.Benefits of advancing technology in the movie industry and how streaming platforms affect the ways movies are made.Secrets of what it is actually like to be friends with the Hollywood elite and how they really live.Details on how Hollywood, movies, and personal responsibility have evolved over the last several decades. Quotes from the show:Syd's take on Sid's first job: “You were there and you had a good time, but you were learning. It was all about learning.” – Syd Finkelstein [12:06]Sid's thoughts on Steven Spielberg: “He's a consummate artist and he knows the art of film backward and forward, knows how to do it in such an interesting and unique way movie after movie.” – Sid Ganis [20:29]“The myth about Hollywood is that everybody lives in some ivory tower and [they] don't know the basics in life and that is just not true.” – Sid Ganis [20:59]“Successful people in the [entertainment] business are successful and people and often have the very same values as most all of us have.” – Sid Ganis [21:08]“I love movies and the older I get and the longer I've been in this business the more I absolutely understand that I love movies and why I love movies - it's an amazing art form.” – Sid Ganis [23:02]What distinguishes great directors: “They do their work in epic style even if it's a tiny, little, small movie they do it in epic style.” – Sid Ganis [25:45]On watching movies in a theater versus a streaming service: “Entertainment as I know it and believe that people should consume it, there's nothing like having that collective experience about being in a space [together] and watching a film.” – Sid Ganis [28:41]“These movies for Netflix and Amazon and now Apple, they're being made by some of the same talent that have been making movies and that are starring … so many great stars have moved to (streaming services).” – Syd Finkelstein [29:25]On evolving standards: “There's more empathy and understanding of how other people are perceiving what, maybe, the majority considers funny.” – Syd Finkelstein [45:49]Sid's advice to young Sid: “Stay curious about everything that you don't know about and find out what's up in the world and be a good guy and be with your fellow human beings.” – Sid Ganis [49:46]Further advice from Sid: “Be a good person and go after what you're interested in and don't be ridiculously aggressive, be wise and be confident.” – Sid Ganis [50:21]Stay Connected: Syd FinkelsteinWebsite: http://thesydcast.comLinkedIn: Sydney FinkelsteinTwitter: @sydfinkelsteinFacebook: The SydcastInstagram: The Sydcast Sid GanisFacebook: Sid Ganis Twitter: @GanisSidSubscribe to our podcast + download each episode on Stitcher, iTunes, and Spotify.This episode was produced and managed by Podcast Laundry (www.podcastlaundry.com)

Annie Sykes spoke about local Black organizations and events. She is a member of the Tucson Black Film Club and she spoke about their Tucson Black Film Festival in the time of COVID-19. Ms. Sykes is the Vice President of the NAACP Tucson and she is a member of the Black Women’s Task Force. People interested in the film festival are invited to watch the films at home and join the discussion via zoom. Ms. Sykes spoke about the animated short Hair Love and tied it into the Black Women’s Task Force’s efforts to initiate a CROWN act in the city of Tucson. CROWN is an acronym for Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair. The CROWN Act was created in 2019 by Dove and the CROWN Coalition to ensure protection against discrimination based on race-based hairstyles by extending statutory protection to hair texture and protective styles such as braids, locs, twists, and knots in the workplace and public schools. The Tucson City Council is going to have a study session for implementation in Tucson. The Tucson Black Film Club presents the 2021 TUCSON BLACK FILM FESTIVAL First: Watch the videos on your own.      Akeelah and the Bee is included in HBO and Amazon Prime subscriptions; costs $3.99 on YouTube, Google Play, iTunes, Vudu, etc.      Sounder screens free of charge at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GMD5Pg-IrTk&feature=emb_logo.      Hair Love is also free on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kNw8V_Fkw28. Second: Join the Tucson Black Film Club for a synopsis of the films and an online discussion at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89660902504  on Saturday, February 20, 2021 from 1:00 – 3:00pm. Akeelah and the Bee, 2006 Laurence Fishburne, Angela Bassett, and Keke Palmer dazzle in this inspiring story of a young girl’s talent, determination, and achievement. The winner of an NAACP Image Award for Outstanding Actress in a Motion Picture, this film will make you cheer and is perfect for Black History Month. There will be special participation in the Akeelah and the Bee discussion with the NAACP Tucson. Sounder, 1972 The late Cicely Tyson as well as Paul Winfield star in this box-office hit that earned numerous Academy Award nominations as well as awards from several international and national film societies. It’s about love, survival, and hard choices. The animated short Hair Love rounds out this mini-festival. Sponsors include St. Mark’s Presbyterian Church and Africana Studies at the University of Arizona. Recorded and produced by Amanda Shauger.

EPISODE 83 - DAVID MULLEN - Cinematographer Team Deakins has the opportunity to talk with cinematographer David Mullen. We learn lots of specifics about the shooting and lighting of the film Northfork. He really breaks it all down for us. We also speak in detail about the different ways of flashing film and why you would do it, as well as the ways of taking color out of the visuals on a film. He also shares the difficulty of storyboards that were created without the input of the cinematographer. We cover shooting anamorphic - why and the differences between spherical shooting, his experience of negotiating for a DI finish in the early days of the DI, and how he oversees the look when shooting the packed schedule of television. We learned a lot when talking with David! RECOMMENDED EPISODE VIEWING: Northfork, Akeelah and the Bee 

In this episode, the guys talk about one of our favorite beverages and how one coffee brand started a grammy-winning music production company in the hopes of increasing coffee sales but almost destroyed the company. Chad talks about why leadership is so important and Nico talks about why your employees are your most important customers. Today's episode isn't about how one of the worst became the best and it isn't a story about how one of the best became the worst. This is a story about how a mediocre product turned a brand into an 80 billion dollar business. This episode of the Marketing Rescue Podcast is about Starbucks. Plenty of people believe Starbucks' coffee is great. However, in some blind taste tests, their coffee has finished middle of the pack.  In other blind taste tests, Starbucks coffee even came in last after brands like Dunkin' Donuts and Folgers.  Starbucks had been around long before it started to appear in blind taste tests and solidified its status as one of the most beloved modern brands of coffee in the early 2000s. In 1971, Jerry Baldwin, Zev Siegl, and Gordon Bowker founded Starbucks at Seattle's Pike Place Market.  They sold the company to Howard Schultz in the early 1980s. It wasn't until after a business trip to Milan, Italy, that Schultz decided to turn the bean store into a coffee shop. Under Schultz's tenure as chief executive - which lasted from 1986 to 2000 - the franchise underwent an aggressive expansion and experienced tremendous success in growing its brand throughout the 80s and 90s. Feeling good about where they were as a company, Starbucks started looking for new opportunities to grow beyond coffee and they started to define their brand as an “escape.”  For many of its consumers, Starbucks does offer moments of escape between home and work.  Some even believe that the experience the brand creates makes the coffee taste great. However, in 2003, Starbucks' may have lost control of its ego.  The mermaid slapped on a metaphorical pair of ‘too-cool-for-you' aviators and the company: Created its own music recording companyWon eight GrammysLaunched a movie with Lionsgate in 2006 called Akeelah and the BeeStarted a partnership with William Morris - the longest-running talent agency -  to scout for music, books, and filmsOpened an “entertainment” office in Los Angeles By 2008, it was clear that Starbucks had lost focus of who it was. With these new businesses serving as distractions, the coffee-centric core of the brand suffered dramatically: coffee sales plummeted, stock prices fell from $37 to $7.83 and the company had to cut 18,000 jobs and close 977 stores.Thankfully, Starbucks realized they were falling before they actually hit the ground. Most turnaround stories start with a question. Some of the best turnaround stories specifically start with, “So, what do we do best?” Unsurprisingly, Starbucks found that the answer to that was coffee. Starbucks exited the entertainment business and rebuilt everything so that the focus was back on coffee. It closed each store location for an entire day to retrain every barista. This accomplished a couple of things like It told consumers that the most important thing Starbucks does is make a great cup of coffee. It also told baristas themselves that they are essential to the brand. Exiting the entertainment business, retraining their baristas, and creating a food menu all had two things in common: the same overarching purpose: rekindle the consumer experience and Howard Schultz. Schultz originally became Director of Retail Operations of Starbucks in 1982. At that time, there were only four branches of the coffee company in the Seattle area.  Less than two decades after Schultz came on board, Starbucks had a presence on six continents, with 3,501 total stores and well over $2 billion in revenue. When Schultz stepped down in 2000, he did it because he was exhausted. By 2008, he could tell the coffee chain was drifting from its core...

Erica Hubbard started her career in 1988 doing voice-overs and starring in commercials such as: McDonald's, MCI, Reebok and Sears. She has worked in many markets, including Chicago, New York and California. Ms. Hubbard has performed in feature films distributed by Paramount, 20th Century Fox and TSIBILI Pictures. She has starred in television shows on various networks such as: CBS, NBC, MTV and the WB. In addition, she has graced the pages of many popular magazines, including Seventeen, Honey, Ebony and YM (as the Noxzema Girl). Erica attended Columbia College and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in three years. After graduating, Erica already had her own television show on WPWR, a UPN affiliate in Chicago. Before Erica's third season was aired, she received a Regional Emmy and earned a Service To America Award from the National Association of Broadcasters. This was a result of hosting the children/teen show: Up'N Running (1997). Erica's dynamic resume includes credits such as Save the Last Dance (2001), A Cinderella Story (2004), Light It Up (1999) and The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants (2005) (a New York Times Best Selling Novel). Erica just wrapped Akeelah and the Bee (2006) for Lions Gate Films. Erica is working as a Regular on the series, Lincoln Heights (2006), on ABC Family Channel and Erica's animated series, The Replacements (2006), is airing now on Disney. As a unionized actress, she knows how important it is to be affiliated with organizations in her profession. Furthermore, she is a proud member of NATAS, IFP/West, AFI and WIF, and successfully continues her career, coast to coast. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theactorslounge/support

Classmates, Anthony Jay and Chantel join you this week for another report card. The dust is slowly settling after the election and picking back up for the coronavirus. Tune in this week as No Class Podcast discusses Akeelah b.k.a Ke Ke Palmer's food stamp snafu, a young author who wrote a book about bully prevention and a few more surprising stores. What grade would you give these stories A-F? Who deserves the Gold Star and who deserves the Detention? Chime in with your opinion by connecting with us on our social media below. Email: no.classpodcast@gmail.com IG/Facebook: No Class Podcast Tumblr: No-ClassPodcast Twitter: no_classpodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/no-class/support

Host Jaleel White is joined by his inaugural guest Keke Palmer, the entertainer famous for her starring role in Akeelah and the Bee and teen sitcom True Jackson VP. More recently her booming career as a singer, comedian, and star of TV and film boasts appearances in Scream Queens, Hustlers, and as host of the 2020 MTV Video Music Awards. In this episode, Keke and Jaleel bond over shared experiences hanging with R. Kelly and the role of parents in their early careers.

The Afrobeat sound has exploded from African roots to become a truly global sound. Here are some jams from Kenya, Uganda, Ghana and Nigeria. We are jamming to Stonebwoy's new album, 'Anloga Junction' plus we also introduce two female stars from Mombasa on the rise: Akeelah and Adasa Dasa. Khaligraph Jones - Hao (Feat Masauti) KE Keydoli Meg C - Habeeby (KE) Simi - Duduke (NG) Akeelah - Nikuache (KE) Adasa Dasa - Nipekeche (KE) Tanasha X Diamond Platnumz - Gere (KE-TZ) Diamond Platnumz - Jeje (TZ) Stonebwoy - Nominate ft. Keri Hilson (US-GH) Fully Focus feat. Nyashinski, Fik Fameica & Vanessa Mdee - Rush (KE-UG-TZ) Dapo Tuburna ft Mayorkun – See Finish (NG) Mugaba - In My Bed (UG) Mr Eazi - Kpalanga (NG) Stonebwoy - Black Madonna ft. Diamond Platnumz (GH-TZ) Yemi Alade, Angelique Kidjo - Shekere (NG-BE) Diamond Platnumz - Sound ft Teni (TZ-NG) Niniola ft Femi Kuti - Fantasy (NG) Stonebwoy - Critical ft. Zlatan (GH-NG) Zlatan X Burna Boy - Killin Dem (NG) Humblesmith - Osinachi FT. Phyno (NG) Tekno & Zlatan - Agege (NG) Naira Marley x Zlatan - Am I A Yahoo Boy (NG) Chinko Ekun ft Lil Kesh X Zlatan Ibile - Able God [NG] Each and every week, The #LazeReggae crew presents a 1 hour dancehall reggae show with your favorite fresh hardcore dancehall juggling, exclusive interviews,remixes, dubplates, roots & culture, oldies, foundation, Afrobeats and more, plus your dancehall e-news and event highlights. It's your bombastic plug to everything Dancehall and Reggae from Kenya to di world. #PoweredByWhatsGoodStudios at @iHub #LazeReggae Audio Engineer - Lucky Jakes Powered By What's Good Studios at iHub. E: trinitystarfamily@gmail.com Whatsapp: +254716659166 Mixcloud: www.mixcloud.com/laze-reggae/stream/ FacebookLive: www.facebook.com/FahruqF/videos/1644776098948213/ Soundcloud: soundcloud.com/wgradio/sets/lazereggae Website: lazereggae.wordpress.com/ Spotify Playlist

Months ago, when we settled on making Angela Bassett the topic of our 6th episode, we had no idea of the parallel that would be occurring between the current state of the world and much of the filmography Angela's been a part of when we would sit down and record our podcast. This woman is a true queen and a beacon of strength and talent. To behold her on-screen is utterly magical. Simply put, Angela Bassett astonishes us and we hope she does the same for you.And also, here's the article we reference: Why White People Don't Like Black MoviesKeep those reviews coming. No matter how many stars you give. Continue to subscribe, rate and review this episode on Apple Podcasts and Follow on Spotify! Also follow us on social media to stay updated:Ranking Anne (Twitter, Insta: @RankingAnne)Caroline Mitchell (Twitter: @lesliecarolinem, Insta: l_caroline_m)Andrew S-C (Twitter: @sabchaj)Leave a review, feedback, questions, comments, concerns, thoughts, suggestions, all of it!Our wonderful and delightful theme song was composed and written by the wonderful and delightful Caroline Munsell! Follow her on all things, you will not be sorry! (Insta: caromunsmusic, YouTube: Caroline Munsell)Caroline's Top 5:5. Otherhood (on Netflix!)4. Waiting to Exhale (on Hulu!)3. Malcolm X (on Netflix!)2. Chi-Raq (on Amazon Prime!)1. What's Love Got to Do With ItAndrew's Top 5:5. Akeelah and the Bee (on HBOgo!)4. Strange Days3. Chi-Raq (on Amazon Prime!)2. The Jacksons: An American Dream (on Youtube!)1. What's Love Got to Do With ItAnneHere'sLovelyThingsThatWe'reLovingWantToTellYouAbout:Andrew: 75 Things White People Can Do For Racial Justice Caroline: Insta and Twitter account @wp4bl and also The Racial Justice Action Center

I saw an interesting movie over the weekend, It's called “Akeelah and the Bee.” It follows the often used plot of incredible underdog coming out of a disadvantaged environment to compete in the national spelling bee. It uses a lot of tried and true plot mechanisms, but it is extremely well done and the hero, an 11 year old girl is sharp, down-to-earth and likable. One of the supporting cast, the principal of the middle school, is well known from his roles in “Revenge of the Nerds.”The central theme of the movie, and why I bring it up, is that our biggest obstacle to success is not the fear of failure, but the fear of success. Put a different way, in order to succeed we have to be able to picture ourselves as successes. As Akeelah says it simply in the movie, “I need to get over me.”I can certainly think of many times in my life when I couldn't get out of my own way and it kept me from performing up to my potential. Every time I get a golf club in my hand, my brain becomes my worst enemy. Speaking of golf, Tiger Woods talks about the importance of visualizing every shot before he hits it. I sure wish I could do that.Akeelah remembers the really tough words by memorizing them while she jumps rope. It puts a rhythm into her learning and takes the natural resistance out of her brain. As we approach finals, it's a good time to think how you can best picture yourself as a success. If you get a chance to see the movie, “Akeelah and the Bee.” you may find yourself getting inspired. Picture yourself succeeding and you will.

Deborah CoxDeborah Cox (born July 13, 1974) is a Canadian singer, songwriter, actress, and record producer. Born and raised in Toronto, Cox began performing on television commercials at age 12, and entered various talent shows in her teenage years before becoming a professional backing vocalist for Celine Dion. In 1994, she relocated to the United States and was signed to Arista Records by Clive Davis, releasing her self-titled debut album the following year. Her second studio album One Wish (1998) was certified platinum in the United States and was marked by the commercial success of the pop crossover single "Nobody's Supposed to Be Here", which would become Cox's most successful entry on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, peaking at number two and remaining there for eight consecutive weeks. Cox signed with J Records for her third studio album The Morning After (2002), which saw moderate commercial success.Cox ventured into acting in the 2000s, making her film debut in the Canadian drama film Love Come Down (2000) and her stage debut in 2004, in the title role in the Broadway musical Aida. She has since appeared in smaller films and several musical productions, including the horror-drama Jekyll & Hyde, the biographical musical Josephine and the musical adaptation of The Bodyguard. Cox's most recent studio albums, Destination Moon (2007) and The Promise (2008), have been released through her own independent record label, Deco Recording Group. In 2017, her single "Let the World Be Ours Tonight" became her 13th number-one hit on Billboard's Dance Club Songs over the span of three consecutive decades.[1] In 2016, Billboard listed Cox at 23rd on its list of the Greatest of All Time Top Dance Club Artists.[2] An eight-time Juno Award nominee, she has won four awards and is often cited as Canada's top R&B artist.[3] Deborah Cox was born in Toronto to parents of Afro-Guyanese descent, grew up in Scarborough, Toronto and attended John XXIII Catholic Elementary School and Earl Haig Secondary School.[3] She began singing on TV commercials at age 12, and entered various talent shows including an appearance on Tiny Talent Time.[4] She performed in nightclubs as a teenager, and began to write music around the same time.[5] Cox entered the music industry in the early 1990s, performing as a backup vocalist for Celine Dion for six months.[3][6] After receiving many rejection letters from Canadian record labels that claimed their "quota" had been reached, Cox moved to Los Angeles in 1994 with producer and songwriting partner, Lascelles Stephens.[3][6]Career[edit]1995–1999: Debut and One Wish[edit]In 1995, label executive Clive Davis signed Cox to Arista Records. Featuring production from Dallas Austin, Keith Crouch, Tim & Bob, and Kenneth "Babyface" Edmonds, she released her self-titled debut album the same year. A middling commercial and critical success, the album peaked at number 102 on US Billboard 200 but emegered as a steady seller, eventually receiving a gold certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), while going platinum in Canada. Lead single "Sentimental" entered the top five on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs, while follow-up "Who Do U Love" attained worldwide success, becoming a top twenty success in Australia, New Zealand and the US, also reaching the top of Billboard's Dance Club Songs.[7] In 1996, Deborah Cox won Cox a Juno Award for Best R&B/Soul Recording at the annual award ceremony and earned her a Best Soul/R&B New Artist nomination at the 1996 American Music Awards.Cox contributed the non-album song "Things Just Ain't The Same" to the soundtrack to the 1997 film Money Talks. A dance remix of the song, produced by Hex Hector, became her second number-one hit on Billboard's Dance Club Songs chart and was included on her second album, 1998's One Wish. As with her self-titled debut album, her sophomore effort was once again executive-produced by Davis, but featured more uptempo, contemporary R&B, and a slew of new producers and personnel to incorporate dance and club music, including Montell Jordan, Anthony "Shep" Crawford, Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins, and DJ Quik. One Wish peaked at number 72 on the Billboard 200 and earned a platinum certification from the RIAA, while reaching gold status in Canada. The album capitalized on the crossover success of lead single "Nobody's Supposed to Be Here" which became Cox's most successful entry on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number two, and remaining there for eight consecutive weeks, making it one of the longest stays at number two in chart history. The song also reached number one on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs, spending a then record-breaking 14 weeks at number one, while the third single "We Can't Be Friends," a duet with R. L. Huggar, reached the top ten, with "It's Over Now" and "I Never Knew" become chart-toppers on the Dance Club Songs chart.2000–2005: The Morning After and acting career[edit]After One Wish, Cox collaborated with singer Whitney Houston on her single "Same Script, Different Cast" from the compilation album Whitney: The Greatest Hits. Incorporating a backing track of Ludwig van Beethoven's "Für Elise" during the intro, it was released as a radio-only promo single and became a minor hit on Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number 70 while reaching number 14 on Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs. In 2000, Cox made her acting debut when she starred in Clement Virgo's Canadian drama film Love Come Down, playing a nightclub singer. The film garnered eight nominations at the 21st Genie Awards, including two Best Original Song nominations for Cox's songs "29" and "Our Love". In 2001, Cox then recorded "Absolutely Not", for the soundtrack to Dr. Dolittle 2 which became her sixth number one hit on Billboard's Dance Club Songs.Cox's third album The Morning After was released in November 2002 on J Records following a frustratingly long departure from Arista. It marked the Cox's first record under Clive Davis's label, with Davis, once more serving as executive producer.[8] Keen to build on the success of her previous album One Wish, he enlisted the help of producers such as Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, Jermaine Dupri, Rodney "Darkchild" Jerkins, and Shep Crawford as well as up-and-coming producers Warryn Campbell, Johntá Austin and Alex Richbourg to work with Cox. A blend of urban R&B and adult contemporary songs with additional dance/house tracks, it became her highest-charting album on the US Billboard 200 and Billboard's Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums yet, debuting and peaking at number 38 and number seven, respectively. Commercially, the album was less successful than her previous album, however, though it produced two singles on the US Dance Club Songs chart, including "Mr. Lonely" and "Play Your Part".[8]In February 2004, Cox made her Broadway debut in the Elton John-Tim Rice musical Aida when she replaced singer Michelle Williams in her role of the Nubian princess. Her four-month engagement earned largely positive reviews.[9] The same year, she recorded and released a dance remix of the musical's theme song "Easy As Life" as a promotional single.[10] In 2005, Cox starred in the films Blood of a Champion and Love on Layaway. Also that year, her voice was featured in the movie Hotel Rwanda in the song "Nobody Cares". To sustain demand for Cox's club appearances, while focused on her family and new album projects, she released a dance single titled "House Is Not a Home" on Nervous Records in January 2006. Later in the year, her song "Definition of Love" was used in the movie Akeelah and the Bee, but was not released as a single.2006–2009: Destination Moon and The Promise[edit]Between 2005 and 2006 Deborah recorded her fourth album, called Destination Moon, arranged and produced by Rob Mounsey. A tribute album to jazz singer Dinah Washington, Cox noted it a concept album that she had in mind for years.[11] Most of the album was recorded live with a forty-piece orchestra with Rob Mounsey arranging. Eventually released by Decca Records in June 2017, Destination Moon peaked at number three on the Billboard Top Jazz Albums. The same year, Cox co-starred alongside Golden Brooks and Darius McCrary in Leslie Small's film A Good Man is Hard to Find. Based on the musical stage play of the same name, the comedy depicts the story of three women who each undergo romantic crises that challenge their personal and spiritual relationships.[12] In 2008, Cox performed the Canadian national anthem at the NBA All-Star Game in New Orleans, receiving rave reviews.[13] She also contributed the song "This Gift" to the soundtrack of the 2008 romantic drama film Meet the Browns, directed by Tyler Perry, and served as a supprting act on Cyndi Lauper's True Colors Tour 2008.[14]Also that year, Cox finished work on her sixth studio album The Promise, released on November 11, 2008, through Deco Recording Group, Cox's own independent label, with distribution handled by Image Entertainment. A breakaway from her previous album, it marked her return to R&B music and saw her working with a wider number of songwriters and producers on the album, including The Avila Brothers, Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis, Devo Springsteen, Big Jim, and Shep Crawford.[15] The Promise debuted at number 106 on the US Billboard 200, number 14 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums, and number 95 on the Canadian Albums Chart. Earning generally mixed to positive reviews from music critics,[16] it was nominated for R&B/Soul Recording of the Year at the 2009 Juno Awards. It second single "Beautiful U R" marked her biggest hit since "Nobody's Supposed to Be Here," becoming a top ten hit in Canada, where it was certified platinum by Music Canada, as well as her tenth chart-topper on the Billboard' Dance Club Songs. In support of the album, Cox joined forces with American R&B singer Kenny Lattimore for the joint Timeless Promise Tour in July 2009.[17] Also in 2009, she was featured on the single "Leave the World Behind", a house track produced by four DJs Axwell, Steve Angello, Sebastian Ingrosso and Laidback Luke.[18]2010–present: The Queen Project, dance music and Broadway[edit]Cox performing at the Capital Pride in Washington, D.C. in 2012.In 2010, it was announced that Cox would be joining fellow R&B singers Kelly Price and Tamia to form a supergroup.[19] While the trio recorded several tracks together, their joint album The Queen Project eventually failed to materialize due timing issues and label politics.[20] In 2011, Cox released the dance-heavy single "If It Wasn't for Love" through Deco Entertainment.[21] It became her eleventh chart topper on Billboard's Dance Club Songs and was to precede a new studio album which remained unreleased.[22] In September 2012, Cox gave her inaugural performance as the female lead Lucy in a revival of the musical Jekyll & Hyde which toured North America for twenty-five weeks. While the show enjoyed a limited Broadway run only, Cox received positive reviews for her performance.[22] Also in 2012, she collaborated with rapper Akon on the song "No Labels", the official anthem of the same-titled American bipartisan political organization.[23] The following year, Cox collaborated with DJ Paige on the non-album single "Higher". Released through Electronic Kingdom Records, it became her twelfth number-one hit on the US Dance Club Songs chart.[21] In 2014, Cox was one of the performers at the opening ceremonies of WorldPride in Toronto, alongside Melissa Etheridge, Tom Robinson and Steve Grand.[24]In 2015, she provided vocals for the made for television biographical film Whitney, directed by Angela Bassett based on American recording artist Whitney Houston.[25] Cox performed all of Houston's vocals in the film, including "I Will Always Love You", "I'm Your Baby Tonight", and "The Greatest Love of All."[25] The same year, she released the deep house-influenced "Kinda Miss You",[26] as well as the ballad "More Than I Knew" as singles.[27] Both were set to appear on her sixth album Work of Art, initially announced for an August 2015 release through Deco and Primary Wave Music.[28] However, after several delays, the album remained unreleased.[29] In 2016, Cox played the lead role of Josephine Baker in the Broadway-bound musical Josephine, which chronicled the singer's life between the years of 1939 and 1945, and starred as Rachel Marron in the North American Tour of the musical The Bodyguard based on the 1992 film of the same name. In support of the musical, Cox released the EP I Will Always Love You on Deco and Broadway Records, containing cover versions of seven Whitney Houston originals and Whitney Houston's cover of Dolly Parton's "I Will Always Love You."[30] In June 2017, she released an uptempo dance single "Let the World Be Ours Tonight" during LGBTQ pride season on Radikal Records and Galactic Media. It marked her 13th single to top Billboard's Dance Club Songs.[1]On June 25, 2019, The New York Times Magazine listed Deborah Cox among hundreds of artists whose material was reportedly destroyed in the 2008 Universal fire.[31]Personal life[edit]Cox currently lives in Miami, Florida. She is married to her high school sweetheart and manager, Lascelles Stephens.[32] They have three children: son, Isaiah (born July 1, 2003), and two daughters, Sumayah (born June 29, 2006), and Kaila Michelle (born February 23, 2009).[33]Discography[edit]Main article: Deborah Cox discographyDeborah Cox (1995)One Wish (1998)The Morning After (2002)Destination Moon (2007)The Promise (2008)Awards and nominations[edit]1996Won: Juno Award for Best R&B/Soul Recording (Deborah Cox).Nominated: American Music Award for Favorite New Artist – Soul/Rhythm & Blues.1997Nominated: Juno Award for Best Female Vocalist.1998Won: Juno Award for Best R&B/Soul Recording ("Things Just Ain't the Same").Won: Soul Train Award for Best R&B/Soul Single – Female ("Nobody's Supposed to Be Here").1999Won: Juno Award for Best R&B/Soul Recording (One Wish).Nominated: Juno Award for Best Female Vocalist.Won: Soul Train Lady of Soul Award for Best R&B/Soul Song of the Year ("Nobody's Supposed to Be Here").2000Nominated: Genie Award for Best Original Song ("Our Love" and "29" from Love Come Down).Nominated: Soul Train Award for Best R&B/Soul Single – Group, Band or Duo ("Same Script, Different Cast" feat. Whitney Houston).Nominated: Image Award for Outstanding Female Artist ("We Can't Be Friends")2002Nominated: Juno Award for Best Dance Recording ("Absolutely Not").2008Nominated: Juno Award for Vocal Jazz Album of the Year (Destination Moon).Nominated: Grammy Award Best Engineered Album, Non Classical ("Destination Moon").Received a star on walk of fame, in Toronto's Scarborough Town Centre.2009Nominated: Juno Award for R&B/Soul Recording of the Year (The Promise).https://www.instagram.com/deborahcox/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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Gaving and Akeelah break down some tips and tricks when entering 7th grade

This week DJ of O* M*** Podcast joins us for a night of strange tattoos and torture tutorials.  Enjoy!

Hello and welcome to Season 3 of the Wanna Be Podcast. The podcast that takes you from where you are now to where you wanna be in 30 minutes or less.It’s been so long since I’ve been on-air and I’ve truly missed speaking to you! It’s been a crazy couple of months with some monumental changes for me and my career.For anyone that follows me or the podcast on social media you’ll know 2 things! 1) I’m no longer at the ShoutOut Network. 2) I’ve started my own company under Content is Queen and given everything a revamp. That’s right the colours logos everything is different.I am beyond thrilled to bring you today’s episode! Today’s guest is the infamous Keke Palmer- yes, that’s right. There’s no gag here! While I personally think Keke needs no introduction, but I’ll give her one anyway because her resume stacked she is still out here working hard.Keke Palmer is an actress, singer and television host. She’s actually the youngest woman to have her own TV show. Keke made her acting debut  Barbershop 2: Back in Business. You might have caught her in Akeelah and the Bee, Madea’s Family Reunion, and Scream Queens.Keke most recently starred alongside Jennifer Lopez and Constance Wu in the movie Hustlers!- If you haven’t seen it yet you can watch it via Amazon Prime, Google play and Apple. In today’s episode Keke and I talk about what she does to look after herself when she’s on set- so if you’ve got a busy lifestyle, be sure to take notes! Keke shares the important difference between justifying behaviour vs having empathy for the actions of others. We also get some insight on why she uses humour to manage anxiety and trauma. For the goal-getter in you we tackle what changes when you start to achieve your hopes and dreams. Just a quick note about the audio, we ended up using our back up recording as the original didn’t capture Keke’s side! So my apologies in advance it was too good to not put out plus it’s short and sweet so you’ll get past it. Let’s go!I hope my fangirling over Keke didn’t distract you from all of the wisdom she dropped on this episode. She was an absolute dream to interview! If you’re a fan or just became one be sure to check her out in the movie Hustlers! I’ve seen it and really enjoyed it. You can follow Keke on Instagram @keke or on Twitter @kekepalmer. Thank you so much for listening in.Now that I’m now proudly running Content Is Queen- which you might recognise as the name of the women’s podcast festival I launched with ShoutOut a little over a year ago! I’m so pleased I get to carry on producing this vitally important event so stay tuned for the date on the next one. I’ll also be opening a members-only recording studio for podcasters in London! If you’re interested head to contentisqueen.org to join the waiting list.Be sure to keep up to date with Wanna Be on Twitter and Instagram @contentisqueen.If you’re enjoying this podcast, please leave a review on iTunes.To get extended show notes listing the tools and resources we’ve talked about on this episode visit wannabepodcast.com.Thank you to the Cameo team for arranging this interview! This podcast is proudly a Content Is Queen Production, It has been lovingly edited and put together by Ellie Clifford.

In this episode the legendary Tzi Ma of the hit series WU Assassins chats with your favorite host Galaxy about his experience is movies and television.  Tzi Ma was born in Hong Kong and immigrated to the United States at a young age. Together with his parents and four of his siblings, he worked in a family-owned restaurant on Staten Island, New York, where he still has his elementary school friends he's in touch with. One of the most prolific and versatile actors working today, Tzi Ma has worked alongside many of the biggest names in Hollywood. He honed his craft in many of the off-Broadway and regional theaters shows, and worked with acclaimed playwright David Henry Hwang on his first two plays FOB, and The Dance and the Railroad (a play specifically written for Tzi) at the Public theater, and with Eric Overmyer on In Perpetuity Throughout the Universe (also specifically written for Tzi) at the Hudson Guild and Baltimore Center Stage to name a few. His first acting role on the screen was in Ullie Lommel's cult jet-set film Cocaine Cowboys alongside Jack Palance and Andy Warhol in 1978. The claim to fame for that film was that the Nassau county police department at Montauk Point mistook them for real cocaine dealers, confiscated many duffel bags of powdered sugar and production cash and held up production for several days. Most recently, Tzi played the pivotal role of General Shang in Denis Villeneuve's Arrival, a film with Amy Adams which was both critically acclaimed and a box office success. From his role as Hinh, a deadly-efficient assassin and nationalist triple-agent masquerading as Michael Caine's assistant in The Quiet American, to his hilarious, lit-cigarette-swallowing take on The General in Joel and Ethan Coen's The Ladykillers, Tzi always delivers the unexpected. Over the years, he has amassed a distinguished body of work and has come to be a household face. Of course, audiences will always remember Tzi's Counsel/Ambassador Han from Rush Hour and Rush Hour III. His other favorite major film credits include Million Dollar Arm, Dante's Peak, Akeelah and The Bee, Chain Reaction, and Rapid Fire Tzi is also a firm believer in supporting indie films, particularly involving Asian-Canadian or Asian-American writers, directors, and producers. These films include Golden Gate written by David Henry Hwang, which centers around the unjust treatment of the Chinese American community during the McCarthy era; Catfish in Black Bean Sauce by writer/director Chi Muoi Lo, which tackles the lighter side of race relations, family dynamics, and love between an Asian American man and an African American woman; Red Doors by writer/director Georgia Lee - a re-imagining of Shakespeare's The Tempest in an Asian American setting; Formosa Betrayed Produced by Will Tiao, who examines the desire for Taiwanese independence springing from the "white terror" incident; #1 Serial Killer by writer/director Stanley Yung, a rare Asian American horror film; Pali Road by writer/director/producer Jonathan Lim, a psychological mystery thriller love story; Mike, Mike Tan by writer/director Aimee Long, which deals with a Chinese American cop who accidentally kills an Africa American man in the line of duty; and Meditation Park by writer/director/producer Mina Shum, who takes on the challenge of telling the experiences of a first-generation immigrant woman's journey of self-discovery and growth toward independence. His portrayal as Bing, the husband in Mina's Meditation Park garnered Tzi a Best Actor in A Leading Role Nomination from the Academy of Canadian Cinema & Television. Through their talented and diverse voices, we share with the world our stories. Notable recurring roles on television includes, the Dragon in ABC's Once Upon a Time; General Onoda in Amazon's The Man in the High Castle; Tao in AMC's Hell on Wheels; President Lu Chi Jang in HBO's Veep; Yao in HBO's Silicon Valley; Ambassador Lu in ABC's Commander in Chief; Cheng Zhi in FOX's 24 and 24:Live Another Day; Dr. Henry Lu in CBS's City of Angels; Det. Harold Ng in ABC's NYPD Blues; Lee Hei in CBS's Martial Law; and as Bah Bah in FOX's animated series American Dad.   For more amazing episodes go to: www.ComicCon-Radio.com   Follow us on Instagram  @ComicConRadio   Please subscribe to Comic Con Radio Always give us 5 stars. Say Hi when you can. Always #WatchLive Please share this episode with the world!   We love you all… Thank you for loving us back!

In this episode, Hilliard and Chris sit down with friend of the podcast, DOUG ATCHISON award-winning writer/director of Akeelah and The Bee and writer of the new, hit film BRIAN BANKS starring Aldis Hodge, Greg Kinnear and Sherri Shepherd!       Direct Link: www.bit.ly/SWRR-267       Get the Rant Room T-shirt HERE!!!       Support the show via the Patreon link. Remember support is love!     And we WOULD LIKE TO DO A Live-Show at San Diego Comic-Con next year... but only with your support.     Tom Shadyac's documentary I AM     AKEELAH AND THE BEE (trailer)     California Youth Center A Place Called Home     Sometime stories pick you     California Innocence Project     Brian Ban

Remember that amazing movie about spelling bees: "Akeelah and the Bee?" You might not remember the controversy over the representation of gangs in the black community, and Tiger parents in the Asian American community. Also, we talk about Zoe Saldana in Star Trek and female representation in media.

Turn out, the Free For All crew cannot stand each other when all 4 of them are in the same room, so it’s Evan’s turn to take a night off.  And what poor timing, because all of the video game news broke this week!  Trey, Josh and Chuck get together and discuss the bomb dropped ... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The Total Tutor Neil Haley will interview Curtis Armstrong (aka Booger "Revenge of the Nerds"). “Risky Business,” “One Crazy Summer,” “Adventures of Huck Finn,” “Smokin' Aces,” “Dodgeball,” “Akeelah and the Bee”---just a fraction of the hit films in which you'll find Armstrong's face gracing the big screen. Some of the hit television shows he appeared in are “Third Rock from the Sun,” “Ally MacBeal,” “That 70's Show,” and “Ghost Whisperer to name a few. Whether you're an 80's pop culture junkie obsessed with all things comedy, or a die heart sci-fi geek, you probably have seen Armstrong in your favorite TV shows and movies. Armstrong has been acting since before his big break in "Risky Business." Something you may not know about the veteran is that he first got his taste of acting when he lived in Geneva, Switzerland with his family as a young boy. He would visit a little theater in the old town where they showed unabridged versions of old, silent films and he began to look to the actors of the 20s and 30s as inspiration. He grew to love the art and when he moved back to the states, began to study theater and participate in local plays. He co-founded a theater company after attending Oakland University Academy of Dramatic Arts and later moved to New York to pursue theater and film full time. For the past 30 years, in between filming television and movies, he continued to go back to his original love and could be seen on the stage.  I would love to hear your thoughts on featuring this actor, not only about his newest on AMAZON, but about his impressive, respected, and longstanding career in Hollywood with over 130 credits that continue to grow.

A classic sports film about the National Spelling Bee and the young woman who wants to win it all.

On today's Pop Confidential podcast Jamey Giddens, Luke Kerr, Jillian Bowe, Regan Cellura and Melodie Aikels dish the latest in TV, film and pop culture storylines and headlines.

Love Fell On Me With hands that effortlessly glide over the keys and a voice that will carry you to the moon, Sheléa's musical mastery makes her one of the most exhilarating up and coming artists today. While donning multiple hats of vocalist, songwriter, pianist, arranger and producer, Sheléa evokes the sultry energy of Natalie Cole and the piano chops and writing prowess of Anita Baker. Sheléa's debut album, Love Fell On Me, is a return to romance; blending traditional pop, jazz and soul; marking an exciting revival of singing and songwriting in a music scene that is laced with auto-tune and beat driven numbers that read more like chants than songs. Haling from a musical family, both her parents sing and play the piano, Sheléa quickly realized that music was her passion. She would go on to work with legendary producers Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis at their Flyte Tyme production company as an in-house songwriter and vocalist. This experience prepared her for the opportunity to pen and produce two songs on Chanté Moore's last album, Love the Woman, including the album's single “It Ain't Supposed to Be This Way,” and she has lent her stellar vocals to soundtrack projects including Hotel Rwanda, Akeelah and the Bee and Be Cool.            

Ms. Kamali attended Howard University's School of Communications. A trained dancer and student of the theater, Asha  was crowned Miss Howard University. Asha has starred in national commercial for K-Swiss, Papa Johns, and national print ads for RocaWear and K-Swiss.  She has received rave reviews for her performances in independent films.  Ms. Kamali has performed and choreographed for NBA's Washington Wizards Dance Team, Eric Benet, Mya, Destiny’s child, and Madonna to name a few.   She has choroegraphed for Atlantic Recording star, Keke Palmer, for her debut album, "So Uncool."  Her choreography is featured in the music video, "All my Girlz," which is featured on the soundtrack of LionsGate breakout film, "Akeelah and the Bee." Asha also casted and starred in the video. She also choreographed Palmer's second music video, "Keep it Movin." Asha has choreographed national tours for Palmer and the WNBA as well as for Disney. Asha is also one-third of the production company, Brown Paper Dolls. She is co-creator, co-writer, producer and starring in Brown Paper Dolls debut series, Milk and Honey also being executive produced by Idris Elba. http://milkandhoneyseries.com/

Erica Hubbard started her career doing voice-overs and starring in commercials such as: McDonald's, MCI, Reebok and Sears. She has worked in many markets, including Chicago, New York and California. Ms. Hubbard has performed in feature films distributed by Paramount, 20th Century Fox and Warner Bros. She has starred in television shows on various networks such as: CBS, NBC, MTV and FOX. In addition, she has graced the pages of many popular magazines, including Seventeen, Ebony and YM as a former Ford Model. Erica attended Columbia College and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in three years. After graduating, Erica already had her own television show on WPWR, a UPN affiliate in Chicago. Before Erica's third season was aired, she received a Regional Emmy and earned a Service To America Award from the National Association of Broadcasters. This was a result of hosting the children/teen show: Up 'N Running. Erica Hubbard has also been nominated in 'What Would Jesus Do' stageplay, for the NAACP THEATRE AWARDS! Erica's dynamic resume includes credits such as Save The Last Dance, A Cinderella Story, Light It Up and Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants (a New York Times Best Selling Novel) and Akeelah and the Bee for Lions Gate Films alongside another Chicagoan-Keke Palmer portraying Kiana (her older sister). Erica also has lend her voice to the Disney Animation The Replacements. Erica worked as a Regular (as Cassie Sutton) on the critically acclaimed series Lincoln Heights for four seasons which originally aired on ABC Family and is currently syndicated on TV One. Recently, Lincoln Heights Television Show won the NAACP Image Award for "Outstanding Best Drama Series"!

M. David Mullen, ASC, Director of Photography, has filmed more than thirty independent feature films and two television series in his career so far. David was nominated for the IFP Independent Spirit Award for Twin Falls Idaho and again for Northfork, both films by Michael and Mark Polish. He has worked on The Polish Brothers' films since 1998 which also inlcude: Jackpot, The Astronaut Farmer, Stay Cool, and Manure.  David's other projects include: Akeelah and the Bee, Lee Daniels’ Shadowboxer, Assassination of a High School President, Big Love for HBO, and Diablo Cody’s TV Series The United States of Tara, and the horror film, Jennifer's Body.