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Fangirls Going Rogue: Star Wars Conversation from a Female POV
On May 4, a new Star Wars animated show, Tales of the Underworld, will debut on Disney+. Fangirls Going Rogue had a chance to sit down with voice actress Nika Futterman, who portrays Asajj Ventress. Joining us on this roundtable were Sarah and Richard Woloski on behalf of Skywalking Through Neverland, George from Star Wars Holocron, Bryan Young from Full of Sith, Alex Damon from Star Wars Expalain, Charlotte Errity from Skytalkers, and William Devereux from Ion Cannon podcast. From Disney: From creator Dave Filoni comes “Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld,” an all-new anthology series of animated shorts which will premiere May 4, 2025, exclusively on Disney+. The popular series, which began in 2022 with “Tales of the Jedi” and continued in 2024 with “Tales of the Empire,” this time focuses on the criminal underbelly of the Star Wars galaxy through the experiences of two iconic villains. Former assassin and bounty hunter Asajj Ventress is given a new chance at life and must go on the run with an unexpected new ally, while outlaw Cad Bane faces his past when he confronts an old friend, now a Marshal on the opposite side of the law. Produced by Lucasfilm Animation, “Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld” is executive produced by Dave Filoni, Athena Yvette Portillo, and Carrie Beck. Dave Filoni is supervising director, Josh Rimes is co-executive producer, Alex Spotswood is the senior producer, and Matt Michnovetz is the writer. “Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld” stars Nika Futterman, Corey Burton, Artt Butler, Lane Factor, AJ LoCascio, Clare Grant, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, and Eric Lopez. Check out our latest podcast recapping Star Wars Celebration and Andor Season 2, Episodes 1 – 6. Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Twitter | Instagram Tricia Barr Twitter | Instagram Sarah Woloski Twitter | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!
Well y'all, this is it. The series finale of Bourbon & Bordelons because we've reached the series finale of Queen Sugar, the television show that stole our hearts and minds and showed Blackness in an entirely unique and interesting light. New, original storytelling. The crew of Janay, Chaunece, Jibri and Corey break down the series finale episode "For They Existed" and take flight with the whole crew: Nova, Ralph Angel and even Charley, along with Aunt Vi, Hollywood, Prosper, Darla, Micah and Blue. We spend a few more minutes with them as they take flight into their own world from here on out. The crew drops some Advictions and as is customary, a shot of bourbon for the character who had the best SHOW, yep, for the ENTIRE series. Who might that be? You'll have to check it out. Thank you for listening each week and for sharing your thoughts and opinions with us via social media and emails, etc. It was all appreciated. Shouts out to Ava DuVernay, Oprah Winfrey and all of the actors who played the characters we came to know and love. Rutina Wesley, Kofi Siriboe, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Omar Dorsey, Tina Lifford, Bianca Lawson, Nicholas Ashe, Ethan Hutchison, Henry Sanders, Tammy Townsend, David Jensen, Amirah Vann, etc. You all are appreciated. And to all of the writers, directors, producers, etc. who had anything to do with the show, you are also appreciated. And to the music supervisor Meshell Ndegeocello who introduced us to more new music than we can truly appreciate. Thank you all. Take flight. Edited and Mixed by Panama Jackson Music: Intro- "Perfume B-Side" by Berto Antonio Outro- "Cleopatra" by Berto Antonio Music used by permission from Berto Antonio's 2020 release, WRTHY, available on all streaming platforms.
Alicia Garza is joined by writer, activist, and actor, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, who plays the character of Charley Bordelo in Oprah Winfrey and Ava DuVernay's critically acclaimed television series, Queen Sugar. Garza and Gardner discuss the intersection of creative work and social justice advocacy, exploring the difference it makes to raise black children surrounded by black love, and how we can create a world where our value isn't tied to our labor. Plus, Garza brings all of the real with her weekly roundup of all that's good and awful from the past week.Dawn-Lyen Gardner on Twitter, Instagram, & FacebookLady Don't Take No on Twitter, Instagram & FacebookAlicia Garza on YouTube, Twitter, Instagram & Facebook This pod is supported by the Black Futures LabProduction by Phil SurkisTheme music: "Lady Don't Tek No" by LatyrxAlicia Garza founded the Black Futures Lab to make Black communities powerful in politics. She is the co-creator of #BlackLivesMatter and the Black Lives Matter Global Network, an international organizing project to end state violence and oppression against Black people. Garza serves as the Strategy & Partnerships Director for the National Domestic Workers Alliance. She is the co-founder of Supermajority, a new home for women's activism. Alicia was recently named to TIME's Annual TIME100 List of the 100 Most Influential People in the World, alongside her BLM co-founders Opal Tometi and Patrisse Cullors. She is the author of the critically acclaimed book, The Purpose of Power: How We Come Together When We Fall Apart (Penguin Random House), and she warns you -- hashtags don't start movements. People do.
On today's What to Watch: Michael Sheen talks to EW about Prodigal Son, his character Martin, and his daughter's murderous turn; the HBO doc Fake Famous; and the season finale of Amazon Prime Video's The Expanse. Queen Sugar star Dawn-Lyen Gardner tells us what she's watching, including The Expanse. Plus, entertainment headlines and trivia. More at ew.com, ew.com/wtw, and @EW. Host/Producer: Gerrad Hall (@gerradhall); Editor/Producer: Joshua Heller (@joshuaheller); Writer: Tyler Aquilina (@tyler_aquilina); Executive Producers: Shana Naomi Krochmal (@shananaomi) and Carly Usdin (@carlytron). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
According to “Queen Sugar” star Dawn-Lyen Gardner, she’d be Alicia and Ai-jen’s baby, if Alicia and Ai-jen had a baby. Dawn explains the complexity that drew her to playing Charley West—and how the role has helped her learn about herself. The ladies also discuss what it’s like to be “100% a lot of things” as members of many different communities, and get very, very real about Hollywood’s complicated relationship with activism. Recorded live at the Hammer Museum in Los Angeles.Sunstorm is a project of the NDWA, in collaboration with Participant Media. Sunstorm is executive produced by Alicia Garza, Ai-jen Poo, Kristina Mevs-Apgar, and Jess Morales Rocketto. Sunstorm is produced by Amy S. Choi and Rebecca Lehrer of The Mash-Up Americans. Producers are Jocelyn Gonzales, Shelby Sandlin, Mary Phillips-Sandy, and Mia Warren. Original music composed by Jen Kwok and Jody Shelton. Sunstorm provides a platform for a diversity of viewpoints on policies and current events that are important to the National Domestic Workers Alliance (NDWA) and its members. Guests on Sunstorm do not represent or speak on behalf of NDWA.
Welcome to "Sunstorm" a new show from Alicia Garza and Ai-jen Poo, two of America's leading activists, where we get real about what’s happening in the world and what we’re doing about it. Alicia and Ai-jen talk to their friends and heroes - Heather McGhee, Chani Nicholas, Sarah Jones, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Dolores Huerta, and more- about staying joyful in the chaos. Because we are the light in the storm.Sunstorm is a project of the NDWA, in collaboration with Participant Media.
Below The Belt Show (www.belowthebeltshow.com) in association with our friends at Click On This (www.clickonthis.tv)presents exclusive interviews from the Split Screens Festival (www.splitscreensfestival.com) in New York. BTB's own Al Sotto interviews two of the cast members of OWN's Queen Sugar Dawn-Lyen Gardner and Kofi Siriboe. Kofi also talks about his upcoming film Really Love with Uzo Aduba!
Below The Belt Show is on fire this week! In association with our friends at Click On This (www.clickonthis.tv) we present our final exclusive interviews from the Split Screens Festival (www.splitscreensfestival.com) in New York. BTB's own Al Sotto interviews the cast of Queen Sugar including Dawn-Lyen Gardner and Kofi Siriboe! Also in at BTB exclusive from Monstermania in Cherry Hill, NJ(www.monstermania.net) we present an on-location interview with actress Catherine Parker from The Haunting of Hill House! Our call in guests include actress Katya Bakat from the film Angel Has Fallen and Natalie Malaika from Netlix's Fractured! BTB’s host with the most Al Sotto brings you another entertaining program! On the panel this week we welcome Paul "Darth" Wallis and returning to BTB airwaves after a couple years we welcome back comedian CJ Burney. Model and Filmmaker Elena Rose also joins in on the fun! So expect all the late-breaking news on pop culture, entertainment, and more! Listen to our gut busting humor, insightful commentary, and thought provoking opinions on the world of entertainment uncensored only on Below The Belt Show (www.belowthebeltshow.com)! Classic Cut: Solu Music featuing Kimblee "Fade" NOTE: Due to copyright, songs have been removed from the podcast show so listen to our show LIVE to hear all the music and commentary uncensored!
To kick off season two, Pod for the Cause host Ashley Allison is joined by special guest Dawn-Lyen Gardner, star of Queen Sugar, to discuss voter suppression, the importance of representation, and the fluidity of racial/cultural identity. If you're new to the show be sure to check out our first season and click subscribe today!
This week’s guest is one of the lead stars of the hit TV series “Queen Sugar” - executive produced by Ava DuVernay with Oprah Winfrey. Dawn-Lyen Gardner talks to us about the making of Queen Sugar, its characters, and we do a deep dive into the strong theme of “auntie-hood” on the show. We also chat about Dawn’s own identity, family background, and her interest in activism.
Rutina Wesley & Dawn-Lyen Gardner from OWNTV’s ‘Queens Sugar’ join the ladies of BGP for an insightful conversation on finding yourself, trusting yourself and being yourself. The ladies also share how their respective journeys have serendipitously crossed paths along the way. Be sure to tune in to Season 4 of Queen Sugar 9p/8p CT on OWNTV!
Rashad Robinson (President, Color Of Change) in conversation with the cast and showrunner of OWN Network’s ‘Queen Sugar,’ Rutina Wesley, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, Kofi Siriboe, and Anthony Sparks.
‘Queen Sugar’ actress Dawn Lyen-Gardener sits down with legendary diva Sheryl Lee Ralph to talk about Dawn’s role on the hit OWN show. Dawn talks about the importance of the show in the current race and economic climate in America. Dawn reveals what it is like to work with the other actors on ‘Queen Sugar.’ Dawn also reveals, for the first time, a very personal family struggle.
Aisha Harris chats season two of OWN’s Queen Sugar, with Dawn-Lyen Gardner, who plays middle child Charley Bordelon on the hit drama, centered around a trio of estranged siblings living in rural Louisiana. Also, the Washington Post’s Lavanya Ramanathan and Splinter's Isha Aran joins us to discuss the legacy of The Mindy Project. For links on what we discuss check out our show page. Tell a friend to subscribe! Share this link: megaphone.link/represent Email: represent@slate.com Facebook: Slate Represent Twitter: @SlateRepresent, @craftingmystyle Production by Veralyn Williams Social media: Marissa Martinelli Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aisha Harris chats season two of OWN’s Queen Sugar, with Dawn-Lyen Gardner, who plays middle child Charley Bordelon on the hit drama, centered around a trio of estranged siblings living in rural Louisiana. Also, the Washington Post’s Lavanya Ramanathan and Splinter's Isha Aran joins us to discuss the legacy of The Mindy Project. For links on what we discuss check out our show page. Tell a friend to subscribe! Share this link: megaphone.link/represent Email: represent@slate.com Facebook: Slate Represent Twitter: @SlateRepresent, @craftingmystyle Production by Veralyn Williams Social media: Marissa Martinelli Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Singer and reality TV star Tamar Braxton came to town honey, and you know she came to spill the tea! Braxton discusses her new album "Bluebird of Happiness," sets the record straight on whether it's really her last, and reveals how motherhood truly changed her. Plus, "Queen Sugar" stars Rutina Wesley and Dawn-Lyen Gardner open up about Black Girl Magic on set and being Black women in Hollywood. The ladies also open up about their beloved Juilliard classmate Nelsan Ellis' tragic and sudden passing and the legacy he has left behind.