Podcast appearances and mentions of Erika Alexander

Q&A on the series The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins with actor Erika Alexander. Moderated by Yohana Desta. A fallen football player star seeks redemption and a chance to restore his tarnished reputation.

Black on Black Cinema dives deep into Is God Is (2026), Aleshea Harris' feature directorial debut adapted from her Obie Award-winning stage play. Starring Kara Young as "The Rough One" and Mallori Johnson as "The Quiet One," the film follows twin sisters bearing the disfiguring burn scars of a childhood tragedy, ordered by their bedridden mother to kill the abusive father who destroyed their family. With Janelle Monáe, Sterling K. Brown, Vivica A. Fox, Erika Alexander, and Mykelti Williamson rounding out the cast, and Tessa Thompson and Janicza Bravo producing.We analyze Harris' genre-blending, part western grind house, part noir, part dark comedy; and how she translates her stage play to cinema. We break down how the film confronts generational trauma, absent and intimate partner violence, and the totality of Black womanhood with brutal honesty. Sterling K. Brown cast against type as a villain is inspired. Black women's rage played straight, not for laughs or shame, is the film's greatest achievement.Black on Black Cinema is a long-running podcast featuring in-depth Black movie reviews and frank conversations that matter to the Black community. We review Black films across every genre — from Black horror and Black sci-fi to indie dramas, comedies, and blockbuster action. Covering filmmakers like Spike Lee, Jordan Peele, Ryan Coogler, Ava DuVernay, and more. Hosted by Jay, Micah, Terrence, and T'ara. Featured on RogerEbert.com. A TNP Studios production. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. For more TNP Studios content, check out The Nerdpocalypse (movie & TV news), Look Forward (progressive politics), and Dense Pixels (video game news).

You should make sure to check out the new film Is God Is. It's a kinetic movie about twin sisters (Kara Young and Mallori Johnson) who set out to kill their abusive dad (Sterling K. Brown). It's an exciting road trip movie akin to Thelma & Louise mashed up with the affecting themes of sisterhood in The Color Purple. The promising feature debut from acclaimed playwright Alesha Harris also features Janelle Monáe, Vivica A. Fox and Erika Alexander. Follow Pop Culture Happy Hour on Letterboxd at letterboxd.com/nprpopcultureSubscribe to Pop Culture Happy Hour Plus at plus.npr.org/happyhourSee pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

Travis Hopson reviews IS GOD IS starring Mallori Johnson, Kara Young, Sterling K. Brown, Vivica A. Fox, Janelle Monae, Erika Alexander, and Mykelti Williamson!In Is God Is, two sisters embark on an epic quest for revenge, confronting a charged family history that will push them to extraordinary lengths.IS GOD IS is in theaters now!All of this and more can be found at www.punchdrunkcritics.com!Subscribe to Punch Drunk Critics on YouTube:    / @punchdrunkcritics1  Follow Punch Drunk Critics on Twitter:   / pdcmovies  Follow Punch Drunk Critics on Facebook:   / pdcmovies  You can also subscribe to our podcast Cinema Royale anywhere you get your podcasts!#IsGodIs #sterlingkbrown #revengemovie

"Is God Is" is an upcoming American thriller film written and directed by Aleshea Harris in her feature directorial debut, and starring Kara Young, Mallori Johnson, Janelle Monáe, Erika Alexander, Vivica A. Fox, and Sterling K. Brown. It is based on Harris's 2018 play of the same name. Young, Johnson, Alexander, and Fox were all kind enough to spend some time talking with us about their work and experiences making the film, which you can listen to below. Please be sure to check out the film, which will be released in theaters from Amazon MGM Studios on May 15th. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lord of the Flies is a BBC and Netflix limited series and the first ever television adaptation of the 1954 novel by William Golding. It is written and created by Jack Thorne, who also wrote and co-created Adolescence, among a bunch of other stuff. The series features an ensemble cast of more than 30 boys, many of them making their professional acting debuts. And: The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins is a sports mockumentary sitcom created by Robert Carlock and Sam Means. Carlock was a showrunner on 30 Rock and co-created Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt with Tina Fey, who is an executive producer on Reggie Dinkins. The cast includes Tracy Morgan as the title character, Bobby Moynihan, Erika Alexander, Danielle Radcliffe, and more. GUESTS: Shawn Murray: A stand-up comedian, writer, and the host of the Fantasy Filmball podcast Irene Papoulis: Taught writing for a long time at Trinity College Bill Yousman: Professor of media studies at Sacred Heart University Music featured (in order): Peter Grimes, Act II: Interlude III (also known as Sunday Morning from “Four Sea Interludes”) – Benjamin Britten, as performed by the Boston Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Leonard Bernstein Hooray for Captain Spaulding – Groucho Marx (feat. The Ken Lane Singers) You Gotta Be a Football Hero – Ben Bernie and His Roosevelt Orchestra Jet Song – West Side Story Original Soundtrack Recording See You On The Radio – Grayson Hugh Support the show: http://www.wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From her early roots on 'The Cosby Show' and 'Living Single' to her new NBC comedy 'The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins,' Erika Alexander chats with Awardist host Gerrad Hall about reuniting with Tracy Morgan (and shares her amazing impression of him!), why she originally thought her character might be 'batshit crazy,' and how costar Daniel Radcliffe protects the cast, and she looks back on the shows that made her a star. Plus, from 'The Pitt' and 'Pluribus' to 'The Boys' and 'The Madison,' Gerrad, EW Sr. Editor Joyce Eng, and Executive Editor Samantha Highfill are breaking down the Drama series race, and Sam is sharing her picks for shows that Emmy voters should be paying more attention to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The new comedy series The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins stars Tracy Morgan as a disgraced former football star and Daniel Radcliffe as a documentary filmmaker who team up to make a movie. I know what you're saying - another mockumentary sitcom? What if I told you that the creators come from shows like 30 Rock, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt and Girls5eva? And that the joke density bears that out? The NBC/Peacock series also stars Erika Alexander, Bobby Moynihan and Craig Robinson.Subscribe to Pop Culture Happy Hour Plus at plus.npr.org/happyhourTo manage podcast ad preferences, review the links below:See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Jamie Lee Curtis discuss her new tv series "Scarpetta". Also, Ariana Debose is live in Studio 1A. Plus, Ariana Debose sticks around to play "Don't Look Back". And, Erika Alexander is in Studio 1A chatting "The Fall And Rise Of Reggie Dinkins".  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins" is a show that premiered on NBC in January 2026. The series follows Reggie Dinkins (Tracy Morgan), a former NFL superstar running back whose career was destroyed after getting banned for life from the league for betting on his own team. Desperate to reclaim his former glory Reggie hires Arthur Tobin (Daniel Radcliffe), a disgraced, high-brow British filmmaker to produce a "documentary" about his comeback. The series has been praised for the surprising but effective chemistry between Tracy Morgan and Daniel Radcliffe. Critics have noted that while the "odd couple" dynamic is a classic trope, the specific combination of Morgan's unpredictable energy and Radcliffe's nervous, high-strung performance creates a fresh comedic rhythm. Despite having a lot of the creative team behind 30 Rock working on the show, can The Fall and Rise of Reggie Dinkins find a similar success? Listen as the boys deep dive the show's pilot episode. Starring: Tracy Morgan, Daniel Radcliffe. Erika Alexander, Precious Way, Jalyn Hall, Bobby Moynihan, & Barry Hu www.S1E1POD.com Instagram & X (Twitter): @S1E1POD

Kim Coles and Erika Alexander sit down with Keke to get real about Living Single, from the moment their off-screen friendship clicked to the pressure of carrying a culture-defining hit. They open up about being underestimated, navigating early fame, and why that freedom shaped their careers. The trio reflects on revisiting the series through their ReLiving Single podcast and, of course, Kim and Erika can't resist trying to play matchmaker for Keke.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Erika Alexander and Kim Coles join Newsweek's H. Alan Scott to chat about their podcast ReLiving Single, the "limitless creativity" of Living Single and the sitcom's enduring impact on pop culture. You can watch the first season of ReLiving Single on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReLivingSinglePodcast Subscribe to my newsletter: https://link.newsweek.com/join/for-the-culture Follow me: https://linktr.ee/halanscott Subscribe to Newsweek's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/newsweek See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Erika Alexander sits down with Drew Barrymore to talk about her podcast, 'ReLiving Single', what it means to get what you "need" but not what you "want", and so much more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Actress, producer and Living Single star, Erika Alexander opens up about her childhood home, which was at one point room in the Starlight Motel off Route 66. She shares how the foundation of poverty shaped her creative journey and resilience as an adult and how she found comfort in the flavors of a TV dinner. Plus, we learn how to make her mama's Crispy Tuna Salmon Croquettes.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On today's episode, actresses, activists and fellow podcasters Erika Alexander and Kim Coles join the show! They go deep on their childhoods, share what it was like behind the scenes of Living Single, and discuss how Hollywood has (and hasn't) changed in recent years. Plus, Erika shares a surprising revelation she had with a psychic.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week we’re joined by cultural icons Erika Alexander and Kim Coles, two of the stars of the beloved 90s sitcom Living Single. Now co-hosts of the Re-Living Single podcast, Erika and Kim are taking a walk down memory lane, revisiting the episodes that made us laugh, cry, and feel seen. During this conversation, they share what it’s been like to reconnect with their characters and each other, unpacking the highs and lows of fame, the challenges they faced as Black women in the entertainment industry, and the mental health journeys that shaped them both on and off-screen. From navigating rejection and typecasting to learning how to prioritize their healing, Erika and Kim offer a vulnerable, powerful reflection on sisterhood, creativity, and the importance of telling our own stories. About the Podcast The Therapy for Black Girls Podcast is a weekly conversation with Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed Psychologist in Atlanta, Georgia, about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions we can make to become the best possible versions of ourselves. Resources & Announcements Did you know you can leave us a voice note with your questions for the podcast? If you have a question you'd like some feedback on, topics you'd like to hear covered, or want to suggest movies or books for us to review, drop us a message at memo.fm/therapyforblackgirls and let us know what’s on your mind. We just might share it on the podcast. Grab your copy of Sisterhood Heals. Where to Find Our Guests Erika Alexander Kim Coles Re-Living Single Podcast Stay Connected Join us in over on Patreon where we're building community through our chats, connecting at Sunday Night Check-Ins, and soaking in the wisdom from exclusive series like Ask Dr. Joy and So, My Therapist Said. ​ Is there a topic you'd like covered on the podcast? Submit it at therapyforblackgirls.com/mailbox. If you're looking for a therapist in your area, check out the directory at https://www.therapyforblackgirls.com/directory. Grab your copy of our guided affirmation and other TBG Merch at therapyforblackgirls.com/shop. The hashtag for the podcast is #TBGinSession. Make sure to follow us on social media: Twitter: @therapy4bgirls Instagram: @therapyforblackgirls Facebook: @therapyforblackgirls Our Production Team Executive Producers: Dennison Bradford & Maya Cole Howard Director of Podcast & Digital Content: Ellice Ellis Producers: Tyree Rush & Ndeye Thioubou See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#Actress #ErikaAlexander discusses her role in season 3 of the hit #appletvplus #scifi  #series #Invasion and what #audiences can expect.#Celebrity #interview #TonyToscano #ScreenChatter

The fruits of the spirit are as follows: love, joy, peace, long suffering (better known as patience), kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self control. Kindness is a gift, not an obligation. Let us give it freely. Contact: Main email: agentk21podcast@gmail.com -Music: agentk21music@gmail.com -Counseling: Fullcirclecounselingservice@gmail.com Full Circle Counseling - https://www.keandranesmith.com/Dream interpretations - https://www.keandranesmith.com/services Reiki/Cardinal Healing - https://www.keandranesmith.com/services Subscribe YouTube channel - https://youtube.com/@podcast-1111?si=qc3uZrZiMTc0QXV4Donations via -CashApp $agentk21 -PayPal: keandranesmith@gmail.com-Zelle ⭐️Take the loving it all challenge!⭐️Loving It All .mp3 by MaryJWanna on #SoundCloud https://soundcloud.com/maryjwanna/loving-it-all-mp3?ref=thirdParty&p=i&c=1&si=A8BDB4919968404D9B94313991A6D156&utm_source=thirdParty&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharingThis track needs drums, whoever makes the best beat (or whatever) wins! Winner gets -

Van and Rachel start by discussing the legal and cultural fallout from the killing of Charlie Kirk. Then they welcome actress Erika Alexander to talk about Apple TV+'s ‘Invasion' and look back on her role as Maxine in ‘Living Single.' (0:00)  Intro (1:02)  Fallout from Charlie Kirk's shooting (36:46)  Brian Kilmeade on homeless: “Just kill ‘em” (54:05)  Van's basketball tangent  (58:42)  ‘The Gilded Age' (1:01:22)  Erika Alexander joins the show (1:55:21)  AI influencer? Hosts: Van Lathan Jr. and Rachel Lindsay Guest: Erika Alexander Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh Smith Video Supervision: Chris Thomas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Democratic lawmakers attacked in Minnesota, tensions rise between Iran and Israel, SNAP work requirements threaten food access, tech bros' bizarre transition to the military, and a reflection on the legacy of Living Single. DeRay interviews NYC Comptroller Brad Lander about his mayoral candidacy. NewsWorsening SNAP's Harsh Work Requirement Would Take Food Assistance Away From Millions of Low-Income PeopleI'm the CTO of Palantir. Today I Join the Army. Erika Alexander and Kim Coles on ReLiving Single: Why Black Women's Stories Still Matter Follow @PodSaveThePeople on Instagram. 

Erika Alexander, actor and Economic Justice Advocate, and Saru Jayaraman, President of One Fair Wage, take us inside this week's launch of a national Living Wage For All campaign.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

This week on One Song, we're sharing a new podcast from our friends at Hartbeat: ReLiving Single. It's the official, unofficial rewatch podcast for the iconic sitcom that changed the game. They dive into the episode's drama, the show's unforgettable characters, and why Living Single and other Black-led shows dominated the '90s. In this first episode, real-life besties Erika Alexander and Kim Coles revisit the Living Single pilot, “Judging by the Cover,” where Regine's new man comes with one big red flag: a whole wife. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Living Single was so iconic that there's a new podcast about it called Reliving Single starring Erika Alexander and Kim Coles. They came by to talk about the cultural importance of of Living Single and the fun things that happened behind the scenes. And the drama… Toure Show Episode 478 
 Host & Writer: Touré Executive Producers: Ryan Woodhall and Ashley J. Hobbs Associate Producer: Adell Coleman Booker: Rae Holliday Engineer: Desta Wondirad Photographers: Podstream Studios The House: DCP Entertainment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

American Fiction is a 2023 American comedy-drama film written and directed by Cord Jefferson, in his feature directorial debut. Based on the 2001 novel Erasure by Percival Everett, it follows a frustrated novelist-professor who writes an outlandish satire of stereotypical "black" books, only for it to be mistaken by the liberal elite for serious literature and published to both high sales and critical praise. It stars Jeffrey Wright, Tracee Ellis Ross, Issa Rae, Sterling K. Brown, John Ortiz, Erika Alexander, Leslie Uggams, Adam Brody, and Keith David.

In this episode Truth talks with Don Capria – author, filmmaker, and artist manager. We talk briefly about the theatrical debut of his new horror movie, “Director's Cut” – but we will have him back on to talk more about that!  In this episode we focus mainly on his book, “Colombo: the Unsolved Murder” – and talk about his theories on the Colombo killing, organized crime in NYC, FBI / CIA involvement in conspiracies, COINTELPRO, working with Anthony Colombo on the book, Colombo's involvement with getting the movie “The Godfather” made, and more!  This episode will hit hard for fans of true crime and organized crime Mob / Mafia content!   From his bio: Don Capria is most known for his true crime biography, Colombo: the Unsolved Murder (2015) based on the life of mob icon Joe Colombo. In 2014, Don Capria wrote and directed his award winning short film, Eulogy, and shortly after returned to work in music as an artist manager. He continued to direct and produce music videos and other short form content. In 2019 he filmed the pilot for his scripted TV series, Abaddon, starring Erika Alexander. In 2021 he wrote and directed his award winning short film, Anecdota, a post apocalyptic horror starring 11-year old newcomer, Bella Grace. Now, Capria has written and directed, Director's Cut, a horror / slasher that follows a young band going to shoot their first music video with a mysterious director. The film opened in over 100 theaters nationwide on Halloween and is set to hit streaming and VOD in early 2025.    For more info: IG: @doncapria / @colombobook WEB: http://www.colombobook.com   As always, please hit the subscribe button if you like and support what we do! You'll get early access to new episodes! Also please leave a review!   Follow us on IG: @bigtruth TikTok: @bigtruthpodcast YouTube: @thebigtruthpodcast   For feedback, questions, sponsorship info contact: bigtruthpodcast@gmail.com For more info: http://www.bigtruthpodcast.com To support the show: http://www.patreon.com/bigtruth     The Big Truth Podcast is proudly sponsored by: - Choppahead Kustom Cycles (IG: @choppahead / www.choppahead.com) - Tattoo Flash Collective – www.tattooflashcollective.com – use promo code: BIGTRUTH for 10% off your order - Omerta (IG: @omertamia / www.omertamia.com) - use code: BIGTRUTH at checkout for 20% off your order! - Heavy (IG: @heavyclothing / www.heavy.bigcartel.com)

In this episode of “The Pulse”, Actress Erika Alexander joins Bill Anderson.  You may know Erika as Maxine from Living Single but that is only part of her story.  Erika talks to Bill about her 40-year career and the impact her hometown of Philadelphia has had on her life.  Erika also talks about what it was like to have a street named after her in Philly.  “The Pulse” has welcomed names like Marlon and Tito Jackson, Michael Rapaport, Hank Azaria, Sarah Silverman, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Lewis Black, Ruben Studdard, Clay Aiken, Jeff Ross, New Edition, Macy Gray, DJ Jazzy Jeff, Donnell Rawlings, Vivica A. Fox, Bill Bellamy, Michael Blackson, Gavin Rossdale, Sheila E., Jay Mohr, Jerry O'Connell, Star Jones, Mo'Nique, Craig Ferguson, Darryl McDaniels, Kenny Lattimore, Tommy Davidson and more. In addition to the Podcast The Pulse airs on TV in Philadelphia every Monday night at 6:30pm on FOX 29 as well as airing every Monday on FOX Soul.

Clearwater mayor talks impact of Hurricane Milton; Better Call Brian: Latest on the Menendez brothers and Diddy case; Erika Alexander on increasing voter eligibility awareness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Clearwater mayor talks impact of Hurricane Milton; Better Call Brian: Latest on the Menendez brothers and Diddy case; Erika Alexander on increasing voter eligibility awareness Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A few spoilers for the 2023 film American Fiction. Inspired by a recent viewing of American Fiction, Dr. Jemar Tisby is joined with EP Beau York to discuss the pitfalls that progressive white liberals fall into when attempting to separate themselves from racism. American Fiction is a 2023 American comedy-drama film written and directed by Cord Jefferson in his feature directorial debut. Based on the 2001 novel Erasure by Percival Everett, it follows a frustrated novelist-professor who writes an outlandish satire of stereotypical "Black" books, only for it to be mistaken for serious literature and published to high sales and critical praise. The film stars Jeffrey Wright, Tracee Ellis Ross, Issa Rae, Sterling K. Brown, John Ortiz, Erika Alexander, Leslie Uggams, Adam Brody and Keith David. Support this podcast at patreon.com/passthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on a special 800th Episode of Too Opinionated, actor Seth Gilliam drops in for a visit. Gilliam's film career began in the early 1990s. He has starred in award-winning films such as Still Alice. His other film credits include Sergeant Sugar Watkins in the 1997 action film Starship Troopers and Sergeant Steven Altameyer in the 1996 film Courage Under Fire. Gilliam has had a number of recurring roles on television, including during the seventh season of The Cosby Show as Aaron Dexter, boyfriend of Erika Alexander's character, and as Alan Deaton on Teen Wolf.  His most prominent role has been on The Wire. In 2008, he attracted attention for criticizing the show being overlooked for Emmy nominations despite its critical success.  He has had a number of guest roles in other shows such as CSI: Miami, Nurse Jackie, Skins, Person of Interest, and The Good Wife.  He played Clayton Hughes on Oz. In May 2014, Gilliam was cast as Father Gabriel Stokes in the fifth season of AMC's The Walking Dead.  Along with Chad Coleman and Lawrence Gilliard Jr., he is the third The Wire alum to join the series.   Want to watch: YouTube Meisterkhan Pod (Please Subscribe)

Welcome to Dreaming in Color, a show hosted by Darren Isom, a partner with The Bridgespan Group, that provides a space for social change leaders of color to reflect on how their life experiences, personal and professional, have prepared them to lead and drive the impact we all seek. In this episode, we welcome Erika Alexander, an actress known for iconic roles like Maxine Shaw in Living Single, Detective Latoya in Get Out, Cousin Pam in The Cosby Show and many others. Outside of acting, Erika wears many hats including activist, entrepreneur, creator, producer, and director. In 2017 Erika founded Color Farm Media, a media company dedicated to building an ecosystem that fosters greater equity, inclusion, and diversity in media and that empowers and elevates voices who are underrepresented, overlooked, and undervalued. Some of Color Farm's social impact films include John Lewis: Good Trouble and The Big Payback, about the reparations movement. Join this conversation as Darren and Erika discuss the significance of her iconic character Maxine Shaw from Living Single and how that led to the so-called “Maxine Shaw Effect” which inspired many young women to pursue careers in leadership and law. Listen as we explore the intersection of storytelling and electoral politics and examine how narratives shape public perception and policy reinforcing the need for philanthropy and the social sector to support storytellers and create spaces for diverse narratives to thrive. This is Dreaming In Color. Jump straight into: (00:25.7) Introducing Erika Alexander: Actress, Producer, Director, and Founder of Color Farm Media.(03:36.4) Erika's early beginnings in the Southwest.(05:25.9) We explore the early ideas of futurism spreading through the words of pastors, clergy & teachers. (06:08.5) The Maxine Shaw Effect - how Erika's portrayal of Maxine Shaw inspired leaders like Stacey Abrams, Ayanna Pressley, and Mayor de Blasio (9:58.1) American Fiction and creating complex narratives for Black characters in media. (12:14.6) Erika delves into the work of ColorFarm Media.(13:48.8) We dive into the influence of storytelling in politics and Erika's work on Capitol Hill. (18:33.5) Architecting the third reconstruction: building new narratives and shedding old ones. (20:46.4) Building a society around the sustainability of storytellers.(22:27.6) Fusion politics, people being oppressed simultaneously and how we have the power to retell stories of the past through a different lens. (23:16.5) Erika references the dark underbelly of the silent investors in media. (25:36.7) Going within, how coping mechanisms turned darkness into light, into Black Futurism. Episode ResourcesKeep up with Erika on Twitter, Instagram, & FacebookLearn more about Erika through her websiteLearn more about Color Farm Media at their websiteListen to Erika's podcast “Reparations: The Big Payback” on Apple Podcasts

Erika Alexander continues her incredible QLS interview with a candid conversation about how executives treated Living Single as compared to other popular 1990s sitcoms. Erika also speaks about her astonishing recent run, including a dazzling role in American Fiction and memorable performances in Get Out and Wu-Tang: An American Saga. This conversation is pure joy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actress Erika Alexander joins Questlove Supreme for a special two-part interview. In the first half, Erika recalls an unusual upbringing that brought her from a childhood in a motel room along Route 66 to the city of Philadelphia. She details making a powerful impact on Camille Cosby to land a part in a beloved sitcom and how that experience prepared her for a definitive role on Living Single. Erika is an incredible storyteller who speaks with heart and draws from experience.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris and Taylor review the 2023 comedy drama film, American Fiction, written and directed by Cord Jefferson, in his feature directorial debut. Based on the 2001 novel Erasure by Percival Everett, it follows a frustrated novelist-professor who writes an outlandish satire of stereotypical "Black" books, only for it to be mistaken by the liberal elite for serious literature and published to both high sales and critical praise. It stars Jeffrey Wright, Tracee Ellis Ross, Issa Rae, Sterling K. Brown, John Ortiz, Erika Alexander, Leslie Uggams, Adam Brody, and Keith David.Follow us on:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepotentialpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thepotentialpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/thepotentialpodSupport us on Patreon:patreon.com/thepotentialpodcastThanks to our sponsors:Let'sGetChecked: Get 25% off your health test at trylgc.com/potential and enter promo code POTENTIAL25 ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Your mother and I have something we want to talk with you about. A family sits down to discuss one thing. But then the true purpose of the meeting emerges. (9 ½ minutes)Act 1: For one kibbutz-dwelling family in Israel, the decision of where to land after the October 7th attacks goes back and forth… and back… and forth. (28 minutes)Act 1: For one kibbutz-dwelling family in Israel, the decision of where to land after the October 7th attacks goes back and forth… and back… and forth. (28 minutes)Act 2: An excerpt from “Belles Lettres," a short story by Nafissa Thompson-Spires from her book Heads of the Colored People. It's performed by actors Erika Alexander and Eisa Davis, with a cameo from our colleague Alvin Melathe. (14 minutes)Transcripts are available at thisamericanlife.org

This week, we close out Black History Month with the 2024 BAFTA winning Earth Mama (2023), directed by Savanah Leaf and starring Tia Nomore, Erika Alexander, and Doechii. In this episode, we continue our discussion on Black womanhood, this time with an expanded conversation on adoption, the struggles of being a young mother looking for a support system, and what the life would be like if America actually supported reproductive rights. Our recommendations: The Florida Project (2017), Juno (2007) + stick around til the end of the episode for some BHM faves by Britney Watch The Heart Still Hums (2020): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s8jFwsqu3sk&t=845s&pp=ygUUdGhlIGhlYXJ0IHN0aWxsIGh1bXM%3D Read "Born From My Memories: A Note From Savanah Leaf": https://a24films.com/notes/2023/07/a-note-from-savanah-leaf Support us on Ko-fi! https://ko-fi.com/blackgirlfilmclub Check out the rest of our socials: https://linktr.ee/blackgirlfilmclub

Queen Latifah is joining Drew to talk about the 30th anniversary of “Living Single” and playing a special round of Final Five with questions from former co-star Erika Alexander. Plus, she's telling Drew about the Kennedy Center Honor she received and the new season of “The Equalizer.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We are here with Erika Alexander and she is the moment! You Might Know Her From American Fiction, Get Out, Earth Mama, Black Lightning, Insecure, The Long Walk Home, Mama Flora's Family, The Cosby Show, 54, Wu Tang: an American Saga, and Living Single. We got to talk to Erika about sporting her signature NRAY locks while she's on the awards circuit for her Indie Spirit-nominated performance in American Fiction. We also covered a potential Living Single reunion, the beautiful moment Cicely Tyson gave her on set, and her meta cameo on Issa Rae's Insecure. All that plus, genre work in Get Out, her Harvey Weinstein story, and her multi-hyphenate work as a writer, producer, and director. Get into Erika Alexander, the artist.  Follow us on social media: @youmightknowherfrom || @damianbellino || @rodemanne Discussed this week: Amen starring Anna Maria Horsford (her episode of YMKHF)  Damian deep in Barbra's (audio) book, My Name is Barbra Who else is on the Barbra tier of singer/actor/arTISTE? Aka larger than life but also relatable. Judy Garland, Whitney Houston, Diana Ross, Beyonce, Lady Gaga?!? What about Cher, Meryl Streep, Goldie Hawn, Liza Minnelli, Bette Midler, Brandy? Jennifer Hudson? Emma Stone? If Jennifer Lawrence could sing? WHOOPI GOLDBERG coulda  Real audio tracks of Jennifer Lopez singing In What's Up Doc, Barbra is sexy and weird Truth or Dare is an incredible documentary. Is Madonna on the list?!  Madonna: should we watch Swept Away Anne is an Madonna as Evita (1996) apologist Nominated for best supporting actress Indie Spirit Award for American Fiction Has used the stylist Debra Hare-Bey and her yarn locs (NRAY locs) since before Living Single  Worked with Whoopi Goldberg in The Long Walk Home (1990) The C.R.O.W.N. Act was a big legislative win for Black women Earth Mama starring Tia Nomore and directed by former volleyball player, Savanah LeafErika was discovered in an acting program to play opposite James Earl Jones in My Little GirlErika played young Cicely Tyson in Mama Flora's Family and one of the producers threatened her  Felt like 4th wheel as Maxine Shaw on Living Single Worked closely with Hillary Clinton as her surrogate while working on Queen Sugar when she got Get Out Yvette Lee Bowser cast Erika and Les Moonves went to bat for her  End of Living Single left bad taste in her mouth bc wasn't able to shake Maxine  Did a meta bit on Insecure (had already agreed to do Awkward Black Girl when it was on YouTube) Played cousin Pam on seasons 7 & 8 of The Cosby Show. Had great scene with Charmaine played by Karen Malina White Go watch Malina White in Dahmer Appears in Toni Braxton's “You're Making Me High” with Vivica A. Fox and Tisha Campbell Produced the documentaries, Finding Tamika, Good Trouble Erika's Buffy comic with Joss Whedon Erika's spec script for Mad Men (Don Draper meets a black ad man) Erika testified in front of Congress on the importance of diversifying the entertainment industry Fathers and Sons with Jeff Goldblum Was Ciel who ran coat check in 54 (1998) Salma Hayek told her she needed to ask why they moved her trailer and of course it's Harvey Weinstein Porn star, Ron Jeremy asked Erika if she wanted to party Her brother worked at Studio 54! Plays Perenna on the CW DC series, Black Lightning Oh no, Anne went basic and bought an Owala water bottle Anne riding bikes and Damian making hemp milk from scratch now  

We catch up with Cord Jefferson's Oscar-nominated comedy that's about more than you might have guessed. Then, we've got new nominees for the Hall of Excellence: Best Fictional Books!What's GoodAlonso - Barbara Streisand's memoirDrea - Mom's Dave confusionEllie - new season of True DetectiveIfy - clear spheres/foggy balls ITIDICGodzilla Minus One Inching Towards a Near-Record Box Office RunSundance Concluded With Some Big SalesOscar Nominations Came out Last Week…Staff PicksAlonso - Household SaintsDrea - Plus OneEllie - The Zone of InterestIfy - Beetlejuice [also showing at Vidiots on 2/3/24]Follow Ellie Foumbi on InstagramLeave a message for the Hotline!  Follow us on BlueSky, Twitter, Facebook, or InstagramWithDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeIfy NwadiweProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher

Comedian Jacqueline Novak is joining Drew and Ross Mathews at the news desk to hit the headlines including the debate over whether hosting awards shows is a thankless job and the woman who went viral for using AI to make an ex jealous. “American Fiction” star Erika Alexander is telling Drew about working on her new film and her hometown honoring her with a street named after her. Plus, she's celebrating the 30th anniversary of “Living Single” and she's playing a special round of Final Five with questions from her co-star Queen Latifah.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You like us! You really like us. We're back–just us–to break down this year's Oscar nominations: the good (Da'Vine Joy Randolph!), the weird (Diane Warren and Chester Cheetah), the snubs (Greta Gerwig, Margot Robbie, Fantasia Barrino, Willam Dafoe), and our own wishful thinking (Greta Lee, Rosamund Pike, Erika Alexander). This maniacal breakdown also brought to you by the other parts of personalities in 2024: Barbra Streisand's memoir, the reality show The Traitors, and Sara Ramirez being ousted from And Just Like That!  Follow us on social media: @youmightknowherfrom || @damianbellino || @rodemanne Discussed this week: 2024 Oscar nominations are out Snubs; Greta Lee, Willam Dafoe, Greta Gerwig, Fantasia Barrino!  Things we need to see: Past Lives, All of Us Strangers, Anatomy of a Fall, Zone of Interest Willam Dafoe red carpet moment Anne Hathaway “calma” Former guest Da'Vine Joy Randolph should play Pearl Bailey  Halle Berry won best actress in 2003 and is still only black woman who has ever won Jodie Foster Nyad Oscar clip @ 1:39 mark is wild a la Melissa Leo in The Fighter Helen Mirren as Golda Meir in Golde Will Barbra Gypsy ever happen?! Can they “Irishman her face”?! Barbra's sister Roslyn Kind is also a singer We love Erika Alexander and Rosamund Pike Sara Ramirez says they were dropped from And Just Like That bc of stance on Palestine Melissa Barrera fired from Scream franchise for speaking out We blame Michael Patrick King We are high on Traitors US and Traitors UK's host, Claudia Winkleman and her signature look.

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GOP presidential candidates make their closing arguments in Iowa three days away from the first 2024 votes of the Nation, amid concerns that subzero temperatures could affect turnout. Our panel of experts grade the strategies the hopefuls are using. Plus, an overview of Trump's legal battles in his 50-year mission to discredit the justice system. And, the US launches new attacks against Houthi Rebel targets in Yemen. Also, actress Erika Alexander joins to discuss her new movie “American Fiction”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deborah Roberts sits down with Gypsy Rose Blanchard; New law in effect to improve maternal health in Arkansas; Erika Alexander talks role in 'American Fiction' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In this week's episode of the Black Girl Nerds podcast, we welcome actor and entertainer Erika Alexander. Erika currently is starring in the film American Fiction due for wide release in theaters January 5th.  She is currently nominated for an Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Actress. Erika is also a director, producer, activist, and entrepreneur. Her company, Color Farm Media, develops and produces scripted and non-scripted content for film, television, streaming, and podcast platforms. She has had such an illustrious career on and off screen, from acting roles such as Living Single and Get Out to creating and producing such documentaries as John Lewis: Good Trouble under her Color Farm Media banner. Host: Jamie Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

Since becoming a fan favorite on Living Single more than 30 years ago, Erika Alexander has remained a constant fixture in Hollywood. In recent years, she's shifted her focus to the fight for equality, specifically, the push for reparations. She joins Dear Culture to discuss her current TV and film projects and her dedication to positively impacting culture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Director: Cord Jefferson Writers: Cord Jefferson, Percival Everett Starring: Jeffrey Wright, Tracee Ellis Ross, John Ortiz, Erika Alexander, Leslie Uggams, Adam Brody, Keith David, Issa Rae, Sterling K Brown Runtime:  1 Hour 57 Minutes Synopsis: Starring Jeffrey Wright in one of his most beautifully nuanced performances, American Fiction is both a wickedly smart satire about the commodification of marginalized voices and a bittersweet portrait of an artist forced to re-examine the terms of his integrity. Thelonious “Monk” Ellison (Wright) is a respected author and professor of English literature. But his impatience with his students' cultural sensitivities is threatening his academic standing, while his latest novel is failing to attract publishers; they claim Monk's writing “isn't Black enough.” He travels to his hometown of Boston to participate in a literary festival where all eyes are on the first-time author of a bestseller titled We's Lives In Da Ghetto, a book Monk dismisses as pandering to readers seeking stereotypical stories of Black misery. Meanwhile, Monk's family experiences tragedy, and his ailing mother requires a level of care neither he nor his trainwreck of a brother (Sterling K. Brown) can afford. One night, in a fit of spite, Monk concocts a pseudonymous novel embodying every Black cliché he can imagine. His agent submits it to a major publisher who immediately offers the biggest advance Monk's ever seen. As the novel is rushed to the printers and Hollywood comes courting, Monk must reckon with a monster of his own making. Adapted from Percival Everett's novel Erasure, Cord Jefferson's directorial debut is a wildly entertaining send-up of our hunger for so-called authenticity. Featuring stellar supporting turns from Issa Rae and Erika Alexander, and a string of cheeky cameos, American Fiction is a timely reflection on the fictions we tell ourselves about race, progress, and community. Out of all the films at the Toronto Film Festival, American Fiction seemed like the one that would be a setup for disappointment.      Several big name actors (Jeffrey Wright, Sterling K Brown, Issa Rae, etc). It just reeks of the type of film to draw an audience in but disappoint them. Thankfully, Cord Jefferson does not fall into the trap and makes a very smart, nuanced film that is both funny, serious and insightful all at the same time.  American Fiction succeeds where other films like it have failed because it does not try to run away from the point it's trying to make by trying to over-explain its point or cater to the wrong audience. It's a very refreshing take on black art and black family. While some will look at the obvious, over-the-top and quite frankly, funny plot of the film, there is a very nuanced, subtle plot that revolves around the complexities of a black family. American Fiction tackles topics like: Black families and acceptance (or not) of homosexuality in their family Black male anger that is directed inward instead of expressed safely How the "Black experience" can be the same regardless of income and social status Respectability politics in Black Art and so many more issues This is the film that so many think they're making when they want to tackle some of these concepts but fail. American Fiction manages to sneak in a lot of complex issues while masking it under superficial which is very meta for the plot of this film. This is definitely a must see film. Follow more of our Toronto Film Festival 2023 Reviews and Coverage on our Press Page Page: https://press.mtrnetwork.net Follow us on Social Media: MTRNetwork MTRNetwork @InsanityReport @TheMTRNetwork

Director: Cord Jefferson Writers: Cord Jefferson, Percival Everett Starring: Jeffrey Wright, Tracee Ellis Ross, John Ortiz, Erika Alexander, Leslie Uggams, Adam Brody, Keith David, Issa Rae, Sterling K Brown Runtime:  1 Hour 57 Minutes Synopsis: Starring Jeffrey Wright in one of his most beautifully nuanced performances, American Fiction is both a wickedly smart satire about the commodification of marginalized voices and a bittersweet portrait of an artist forced to re-examine the terms of his integrity. Thelonious “Monk” Ellison (Wright) is a respected author and professor of English literature. But his impatience with his students' cultural sensitivities is threatening his academic standing, while his latest novel is failing to attract publishers; they claim Monk's writing “isn't Black enough.” He travels to his hometown of Boston to participate in a literary festival where all eyes are on the first-time author of a bestseller titled We's Lives In Da Ghetto, a book Monk dismisses as pandering to readers seeking stereotypical stories of Black misery. Meanwhile, Monk's family experiences tragedy, and his ailing mother requires a level of care neither he nor his trainwreck of a brother (Sterling K. Brown) can afford. One night, in a fit of spite, Monk concocts a pseudonymous novel embodying every Black cliché he can imagine. His agent submits it to a major publisher who immediately offers the biggest advance Monk's ever seen. As the novel is rushed to the printers and Hollywood comes courting, Monk must reckon with a monster of his own making. Adapted from Percival Everett's novel Erasure, Cord Jefferson's directorial debut is a wildly entertaining send-up of our hunger for so-called authenticity. Featuring stellar supporting turns from Issa Rae and Erika Alexander, and a string of cheeky cameos, American Fiction is a timely reflection on the fictions we tell ourselves about race, progress, and community. Out of all the films at the Toronto Film Festival, American Fiction seemed like the one that would be a setup for disappointment.      Several big name actors (Jeffrey Wright, Sterling K Brown, Issa Rae, etc). It just reeks of the type of film to draw an audience in but disappoint them. Thankfully, Cord Jefferson does not fall into the trap and makes a very smart, nuanced film that is both funny, serious and insightful all at the same time.  American Fiction succeeds where other films like it have failed because it does not try to run away from the point it's trying to make by trying to over-explain its point or cater to the wrong audience. It's a very refreshing take on black art and black family. While some will look at the obvious, over-the-top and quite frankly, funny plot of the film, there is a very nuanced, subtle plot that revolves around the complexities of a black family. American Fiction tackles topics like: Black families and acceptance (or not) of homosexuality in their family Black male anger that is directed inward instead of expressed safely How the "Black experience" can be the same regardless of income and social status Respectability politics in Black Art and so many more issues This is the film that so many think they're making when they want to tackle some of these concepts but fail. American Fiction manages to sneak in a lot of complex issues while masking it under superficial which is very meta for the plot of this film. This is definitely a must see film. Follow more of our Toronto Film Festival 2023 Reviews and Coverage on our Press Page Page: https://press.mtrnetwork.net Follow us on Social Media: MTRNetwork MTRNetwork @InsanityReport @TheMTRNetwork

Happy Black Joy Friday! We're all about spreading more Black Joy today. Amanda kicks things off news of French Montana spreading joy in Nigeria with his #Canoes initiative. Followed by a Public Seales Announcement about America, and we dive into your voicemails with #ThingsILearnedThisWeek. Amanda shares her weekly insights in "Things I Learned This Week," and Jeremiah takes on "The People Versus," featuring TI's son, King Harris. Steph and Aeysha Curry join in on spreading Black Joy with their efforts in schools and giving back. Plus, it's a special Word Game of the Week and more stories of Black Joy, including the Dream Exchange and Black businesses thriving. Don't miss the Word Game showdown and a Random Fact of the Day. We also highlight actress Erika Alexander and her contributions to Homecoming. Amanda delves into the best Hip Hop collaborations in The Blackspin segment. Thanks for tuning in to The Amanda Seales Show, where every day is a day for Black Joy! It's time to Listen, Laugh and Learn with the Amanda Seales Show! FOLLOW ALONG AS WE COVER:   1:45 – FRENCH MONTANA IS SPREADING JOY IN NIGERIA. #CANOES 3:38 – It's a Public Seales Announcement. #AMERICA 5:52 –We'll Check the Voicemail.. #ThingsIlearnedThisWeek 8:57 – Happy Black Joy Friday! We're spreading more Black Joy plus Amanda Shares Things I Learned the Week, and Jeremiah has, The People Versus. 10:12 – Steph and Aeysha Curry are spreading Black Joy! #Schools #GivingBack 12:00 – Jeremiah's The People Versus… TI's Son King Harris. 15:38 – Amanda's Things I Learned This Week! 20:05 – We'll Check the Voicemail. #Glimmers 24:04 – TGIF! It's Black Joy Friday! Coming up, we're spreading more Black Joy, and the Word Game of the Week! 25:31 – A Story of Black Joy! #DreamExchange #BlackBusiness 27:21 – The Word Game of the Week! 31:26 – Who will win the Word Game this Week?! 35:19 – We'll Check the Voicemail. 39:47 – Random Fact of the Day! 42:06 – A Story of Black Joy. #Actress #ErikaAlexander #Homecoming 43:51 – The Blackspin Amanda's talks about best Hip Hop Collaborations. 47:56 – Thanks for listening to the Amanda Seales Show! FOLLOW THE SHOW ON ALL SOCIALS: @Sealessaidit @Amandaseales @Jeremiahlikethebible If You Have A Comment Leave Amanda A Message At 1 855-Amanda-8 That's 1-855-262-6328See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.