Podcast appearances and mentions of Urban Movie Channel

Emmy Award and WGA winning writer Jamey Giddens was my guest in The Locher Room to look back at his career as the co-owner and editorial director of the popular entertainment news website DaytimeConfidential.com and as a co-host on the site's companion podcast where he spent over a decade.Jamey is the creator and executive producer of Ambitions, a steamy one-hour drama series from Will Packer Media and Lionsgate TV that aired on the Oprah Winfrey Network (OWN) in 2019. He helped develop Urban Movie Channel's (UMC) hit, long-running dramedy The Rich and The Ruthless, co-writing the first season of episodes.Jamey also worked at Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for over a decade as a communications specialist during the H1N1, Ebola, and opioid epidemics. Jamey is currently on the writing staff for Days of Our Lives, where he has won two Writers Guild of America Awards and one Daytime Emmy.Come meet this talented writer, producer, publicist and all-around great guy in The Locher Room.

Rushion McDonald speaks with Tressa Azarel Smallwood, the CEO of MegaMind Media, Movie Producer, Writer, Award-winning Book Publisher, and Entrepreneurial Coach. Since launching MegaMind Media, Tressa has produced several award-winning movies adapted to film and TV series for networks such as Viacom/BET Networks, TV ONE, URBAN MOVIE CHANNEL, and more. https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rushion McDonald speaks with Tressa Azarel Smallwood, the CEO of MegaMind Media, Movie Producer, Writer, Award-winning Book Publisher, and Entrepreneurial Coach. Since launching MegaMind Media, Tressa has produced several award-winning movies adapted to film and TV series for networks such as Viacom/BET Networks, TV ONE, URBAN MOVIE CHANNEL, and more. https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/ Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Rushion McDonald speaks with Tressa Azarel Smallwood, the CEO of MegaMind Media, Movie Producer, Writer, Award-winning Book Publisher, and Entrepreneurial Coach. Since launching MegaMind Media, Tressa has produced several award-winning movies adapted to film and TV series for networks such as Viacom/BET Networks, TV ONE, URBAN MOVIE CHANNEL, and more. https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rushion McDonald speaks with Tressa Azarel Smallwood, the CEO of MegaMind Media, Movie Producer, Writer, Award-winning Book Publisher, and Entrepreneurial Coach. Since launching MegaMind Media, Tressa has produced several award-winning movies adapted to film and TV series for networks such as Viacom/BET Networks, TV ONE, URBAN MOVIE CHANNEL, and more. https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/ Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Rushion McDonald talks Mali Music, a GRAMMY Award-winning, Musician, Songwriter and Producer. He is a gospel artist first and foremost, but he will not be put in a box. He loves the freedom of creating amazing music, no matter if it has a gospel, R&B, hip-hop, or rock feel to it. Mali won a GRAMMY this year for the song "Movin' On," his hit collaboration with Jonathan McReynolds. He's nominated for three Stellar Awards this year.  Rushion McDonald talks with Al Harrington, a retired NBA Star, CEO, and Founder of Harrington Wellness, VIOLA. Al now employs over 100+ individuals helping him achieve his vision of bringing representation and reform to an industry that has historically left his community disenfranchised. And Viola operates in California, Colorado, Michigan, Oklahoma, Oregon, and Washington.  Rushion McDonald speaks with Tressa Azarel Smallwood, the CEO of MegaMind Media, Movie Producer, Writer, Award-winning Book Publisher, and Entrepreneurial Coach. Since launching MegaMind Media, Tressa has produced several award-winning movies adapted to film and TV series for networks such as Viacom/BET Networks, TV ONE, URBAN MOVIE CHANNEL, and more. Rushion McDonald talks to Herman Moore, a former NFL Player & Entrepreneur, Owner of Golden Grooming Co., a black-owned hair, beard, and skincare company for young and adult men. Golden Grooming Co. provides high-quality, all-natural grooming products designed specifically for Black young and adult men. The company's mission is to help Black young and adult men look and feel their best, because we believe that when you look good, you feel good, and then you do good.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.comSupport the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rushion McDonald talks Mali Music, a GRAMMY Award-winning, Musician, Songwriter and Producer. He is a gospel artist first and foremost, but he will not be put in a box. He loves the freedom of creating amazing music, no matter if it has a gospel, R&B, hip-hop, or rock feel to it. Mali won a GRAMMY this year for the song "Movin' On," his hit collaboration with Jonathan McReynolds. He's nominated for three Stellar Awards this year.  Rushion McDonald talks with Al Harrington, a retired NBA Star, CEO, and Founder of Harrington Wellness, VIOLA. Al now employs over 100+ individuals helping him achieve his vision of bringing representation and reform to an industry that has historically left his community disenfranchised. And Viola operates in California, Colorado, Michigan, Oklahoma, Oregon, and Washington.  Rushion McDonald speaks with Tressa Azarel Smallwood, the CEO of MegaMind Media, Movie Producer, Writer, Award-winning Book Publisher, and Entrepreneurial Coach. Since launching MegaMind Media, Tressa has produced several award-winning movies adapted to film and TV series for networks such as Viacom/BET Networks, TV ONE, URBAN MOVIE CHANNEL, and more. Rushion McDonald talks to Herman Moore, a former NFL Player & Entrepreneur, Owner of Golden Grooming Co., a black-owned hair, beard, and skincare company for young and adult men. Golden Grooming Co. provides high-quality, all-natural grooming products designed specifically for Black young and adult men. The company's mission is to help Black young and adult men look and feel their best, because we believe that when you look good, you feel good, and then you do good.https://www.moneymakingconversations.comhttps://www.youtube.com/MoneyMakingConversationshttps://www.facebook.com/MoneyMakingConversations/https://twitter.com/moneymakingconvhttps://www.instagram.com/moneymakingconversations/ Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

➡️ About The Guest Tressa "Azarel" Smallwood is an award-winning Book Publisher, Movie Producer and Entrepreneurial Coach. In 2003 after writing her first novel, Tressa resigned from her teaching tenure in the Maryland school system to fulfill her dream of becoming an entrepreneur. Since then, she's published numerous books resulting in over 162 published titles some of which are now being adapted to film and TV series on BET, TV ONE , Urban Movie Channel & more.  As a content catalog owner, Tressa's entrepreneurial work as both an author and movie producer have been featured in Black Enterprise, EURWeb, The Source, Shadow & Act, Rolling Out and many more. Expanding into the film industry with MegaMind Media, her award-winning film company, she recently produced the 2019 American Black Film Festival & BET award-winning film, “ALL IN” starring Lil Mama, Elise Neal & Lyric Hurd which airs on BET SPRING 2020, and The Available Wife starring KJ Smith, Terayle Hill, and Roger Guenveur Smith. Tressa is currently in development for two of her scripted TV Series, Caught Up, Positions and she is also touring to promote Sinners Wanted , a faith based phenomenon that airs on TV ONE April, 5th 2020.  ➡️ Talking Points 03:23 - Coming from a family of entrepreneurs.04:43 - Having a passion for teaching.10:26 - A rundown of Tressa's various businesses.15:46 - The transition from book publishing, to film.22:42 - Self doubt, faith & entrepreneurship.25:04 - How to make sure you align with the right people.29:25 - Double checking & due diligence.31:25 - Why today's education system is failing students.38:43 - Some advice for young entrepreneurs. ➡️ Show Links tressaazarel.comtwitter.com/CEOAzarelinstagram.com/ceoazarel ➡️ Show Sponsor Gusto - gusto.com/scott (3 months free payroll / platform services)BKA Content - bkacontent.com/success/ (1 Month of FREE Blogs)Mint Mobile - mintmobile.com/successstory ($15 unlimited text/call/data) ➡️ What is the Success Story Podcast? On this podcast, you'll find interviews, Q&A, keynote presentations & conversations on sales, marketing, business, startups and entrepreneurship. The podcast is hosted by entrepreneur, business executive, author, educator & speaker, Scott D. Clary. Scott will discuss some of the lessons he's learned over his own career, as well as have candid interviews with execs, celebrities, notable figures and politicians. All who have achieved success through both wins and losses, to learn more about their life, their ideas and insights. He sits down with leaders and mentors and unpacks their story to help pass those lessons onto others through both experiences and tactical strategy for business professionals, entrepreneurs and everyone in between. Website: https://www.scottdclary.comPodcast: https://www.successstorypodcast.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/scottdclaryInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottdclaryTwitter: https://twitter.com/scottdclaryFacebook: https://facebook.com/scottdclarypageLinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/scottdclary

Jill Campbell began her career running lines with Morgan Freeman at the Public Theatre. Since 2005, Jill has worked as a producer, director and writer on many different films that have had worldwide distribution and screened on Netflix, Amazon, Kanopy, BBC, Urban Movie Channel and Sky TV. Jill’s newest film released in 2020, SEAT 20D, premiered at Hampton’s Doc Fest and Canada’s prestigious Art Fifa (The International Festival of Films on Art). This documentary explores the grief journey of those after the bombing of Pan Am Flight 101 in 1988 and Suse Lowenstein monumental sculpture titled "Dark Elegy".   In this episode we talk about how she became a documentarian, her filming process, her newest documentary SEAT 20D, Dark Elegy by Suse Lowenstein, Jill’s father’s death, filming her father’s last days, the death of her dog, and grief dreams of her dog and father.   You can find more information on SEAT 20D at www.seat20d.com. Links to watching the documentary can be found on the website and it is now showing at Le Fifa - https://lefifa.com/en/catalog/seat-20d   You can watch the trailer here: https://vimeo.com/368323602  

Bill Myers Inspires  Blacks in America have made many significant historic contributions, most of which were not included in the history books. Jerald Harkness produced a documentary TV show entitled "True Firsts" which focuses on these stories of Blacks who were trailblazers and history makers. Studio Auteur is a content creation company specializing in documentaries. CEO Jerald Harkness has over 25 years of documentary production experience and has produced and directed for Paramount TV, UMC, ESPN, VH1, A&E, PBS and the NCAA. Notable awards include a national Emmy, Best Documentary for the International Academy of Web TV, a Webby nomination and various Festival selections and awards. Recent work includes a documentary short called “Wesley” for the multiple award winning "Election Effect" series for Paramount TV and distributed by Facebook in 2018. In 2018, Studio Auteur produced the docu-drama series "True First" which celebrates forgotten and overlooked African American trailblazers and pioneers for Urban Movie Channel. Harkness has been the producer of a number of independent and broadcast documentaries including a national Emmy for his work on ESPN's SportsCentury series. His first documentary “Steppin'” in 1992 won the National Educational Gold Apple Award, making it eligible for an Academy Award nomination. Steppin' also won the 1994 Pan African People's Choice Award. His second documentary “Facing the Façade” won the Indiana Film Festival's Best Documentary and People's Choice award. Jerald produced "The Game of Change" which was selected for the 2008 Heartland Film Festival. Harkness' national broadcast credits include: “Game of Change” and the Al Unser story for the Emmy Award Winning “Sports Century” series for ESPN Classics, “7 Days Left with Queen Latifah” for VH1, and the Andy Gibb story for A&E Biography. jerald.harkness@gmail.com ~ More About Bill Myers Inspires ~  Emmy Award-winning actor Bill Myers is an accomplished actor, jazz musician, filmmaker, writer, educator, and speaker. As a bi-racial man who is both black and white, Bill leverages his background, talents, and voice through creativity, compassion, and connection as activism for social justice to focus on uniting the divide and compelling change. In a civic leadership capacity, he has served as President of the African American Jazz Caucus in NYC, member of the Indianapolis Cultural Development Committee, and served as President of the Indianapolis Downtown Optimist Club. In addition to his Emmy Award, Bill has received many awards and notable commissions for his work including being commissioned by the Indianapolis Museum of Art to create an original work for Dr. Martin Luther King Day entitled “The Music, Martin & Me.” Bill Myers seeks to encourage, enlighten, and empower others through the power of entertainment to affect social justice. You can find Bill Myers: Billmyersinspires.com   https://www.facebook.com/billmyersinspires  https://twitter.com/bmyersinspires1 https://www.instagram.com/billmyersinspires billmyersinspires@gmail.com To get more of Bill Myers Inspires, be sure to visit the podcast page for replays of all her shows here: https://www.inspiredchoicesnetwork.com/podcast/bill-myers-inspires/  

You wouldn't blame someone with a lifetime of success as a performer to take it easy in their later years, restricting their efforts to the occasional fun gig or reunion appearance. But that's not Daphne Maxwell Reid, who continues to thrive as a creative entrepreneur and artist, continuing to dazzle anyone who knows her with her bold spirit, grace, and work ethic. One of the first African-American women to make the cover of Glamour magazine and one of television history's most beloved sitcom moms, Reid now balances her acting gigs with her work as a photographic artist, clothing designer, and education activist, demonstrating that it's never too late to pursue new passions and find new opportunities. When she attended Northwestern University a half-century ago, Daphne Maxwell became the prestigious school's first African-American homecoming queen; but that was just the first of many barriers that Maxwell broke in her career, arriving into the industry at just the right moment as a new perspective on race was emerging in the wake of the civil rights movement. "Being among the first of a few black women to work in popular television reminds me that one doesn't choose to be a pioneer," she says today. "One does what comes next in their journey, and sometimes you happen to be the first to do it. I just happened to land in that slot of being first for some things - but being the first doesn't mean anything if it doesn't seed the growth of a lot more. I'm pleased that my seed bore fruit, and now there are so many more black homecoming queens and cover models and actresses in popular entertainment." Reid's creative journey began as a child in Manhattan. "I grew up knowing that I could be anything I wanted to be, but I also learned the joy and responsibility of working." Her father had studied photography, and passed on his love of the medium to young Daphne, who had her first Brownie camera before the age of ten. "We always had cameras in the house," she remembers, and her father's passion for the photographic image is something that she would carry with her throughout her life. But first, she worked as a model, parlaying her success in that field into an acting career that found her on dozens of television series in the 1980s. With guest starring roles in shows like "WKRP in Cincinnati" (where she first worked with her husband, Tim Reid, to whom she has been married since 1982), "Hill Street Blues," and "Simon and Simon," she first took a lead role on the acclaimed series "Frank's Place," opposite Tim. But it was in the role of Vivian Banks in the last three seasons of "The Fresh Prince of Bel Air" with Will Smith that endeared Reid to a new generation of fans. "I'm honored that I was able to be one of those pioneers of 80s television, and maintain my integrity and play a wide variety of roles," she says today. "If I am considered a role model, I would like those who are seeking to emulate me to make sure that they live their lives with integrity and joy." More recently Reid co-starred in the miniseries "Jacqueline and Jilly," which aired on the Urban Movie Channel. She also had a cameo role in "Harriet," the epic biopic that tells the story of abolitionist and Underground Railroad chieftain, Harriet Tubman. Shot in Virginia, where Reid resides, she describes the film as, "the most gorgeously cinematic thing I have ever seen. It was just beautiful." Now residing with her husband in Virginia, Reid has turned in recent years to her lifelong passion for fashion and photography. As a young actress and model, Reid often made her own outfits and wardrobe ("I've been sewing since I was nine," she says). At a certain point, friends would say that they wished they could wear Reid's outfits, so she started making pieces for her friends. "I have to do it in limited design, because I consider it wearable art," she explains. "The price is high, there is limited access so I don't get overwhelmed, and I want these to be personal projects, not mass manufactured." Of particular pride are her designs for Chinese-inspired jackets that are bold, colorful, and versatile, and easily adaptable to different body sizes and types. Her line (Daphne Style) wowed audiences at New York's fashion week in 2017, and is featured on her website daphnemaxwellreid.com. Perhaps even more notable is Reid's photographic work (featured in the "Fresh Prints" portion of her website); in particular, Reid's specialty is taking picture of interesting doors all around the world. "It was about ten years ago, in sharing some of my travel pictures with friends, that they encouraged me to make art out of them," she recalls. "I woke up on my 60th birthday, and I said to myself, 'I am a photographic artist,' and I spent the last decade figuring out what that means." Discovering her affinity for doors has been part of that process. "I see the doors as a metaphor for life," she explains. "The journey of doors is something that I like to preach to young people; every choice you make leads you through a door on an adventure, on a new journey, on a learning trip." In the form of postcards, printed collections, and gallery exhibitions, Reid's vibrant, compelling prints catalog some of her journeys through Europe and Cuba. Ultimately, Reid's life is a testament to the power of learning - whether it was learning passion from her father, or attending university, or teaching herself new careers. It's no wonder that she extends that experience to others in the form of working with Virginia State University, one of the nation's leading HBCUs (historically black college/universities). "I encourage the schools I work with to make sure that the education the students are receiving is of value in the current economy," she says, "and to make sure that they learn the basics of how to think and process information, how to go to an original source - teaching people how to think is far more important than teaching them how to memorize facts." A member of the board of VSU for eight years, Reid has hosted in informational videos documenting campus life and faculty achievements, and made public appearances on behalf of the institution. "Part of my contribution was to use my celebrity to make sure we connect with alumni and increase the school's reputation," she adds, noting that for HBCUs, demonstrating the intellectual and vocational value of higher education to their future students is a crucial need. Throughout her many activities and endeavors, Reid continues to be supported by her husband, himself a television pioneer as an actor, writer, director, and producer. "It's so exciting to be married to someone who dreams as big as he does," she beams. "I'm proud of being his spouse, and proud of the energy he gives me to follow my dreams." That partnership and her lifelong passion for hard work and achievement is summed up what Reid hopes her work conveys to her audience. "You always have to contribute to owning your own power. You have to be in control of your essence. You decide how it is shared, where it is shared, and how you want to be remembered by each step that you take. Having self-confidence then gives you the power to make good choices."

You wouldn't blame someone with a lifetime of success as a performer to take it easy in their later years, restricting their efforts to the occasional fun gig or reunion appearance. But that's not Daphne Maxwell Reid, who continues to thrive as a creative entrepreneur and artist, continuing to dazzle anyone who knows her with her bold spirit, grace, and work ethic. One of the first African-American women to make the cover of Glamour magazine and one of television history's most beloved sitcom moms, Reid now balances her acting gigs with her work as a photographic artist, clothing designer, and education activist, demonstrating that it's never too late to pursue new passions and find new opportunities. When she attended Northwestern University a half-century ago, Daphne Maxwell became the prestigious school's first African-American homecoming queen; but that was just the first of many barriers that Maxwell broke in her career, arriving into the industry at just the right moment as a new perspective on race was emerging in the wake of the civil rights movement. "Being among the first of a few black women to work in popular television reminds me that one doesn't choose to be a pioneer," she says today. "One does what comes next in their journey, and sometimes you happen to be the first to do it. I just happened to land in that slot of being first for some things - but being the first doesn't mean anything if it doesn't seed the growth of a lot more. I'm pleased that my seed bore fruit, and now there are so many more black homecoming queens and cover models and actresses in popular entertainment." Reid's creative journey began as a child in Manhattan. "I grew up knowing that I could be anything I wanted to be, but I also learned the joy and responsibility of working." Her father had studied photography, and passed on his love of the medium to young Daphne, who had her first Brownie camera before the age of ten. "We always had cameras in the house," she remembers, and her father's passion for the photographic image is something that she would carry with her throughout her life. But first, she worked as a model, parlaying her success in that field into an acting career that found her on dozens of television series in the 1980s. With guest starring roles in shows like "WKRP in Cincinnati" (where she first worked with her husband, Tim Reid, to whom she has been married since 1982), "Hill Street Blues," and "Simon and Simon," she first took a lead role on the acclaimed series "Frank's Place," opposite Tim. But it was in the role of Vivian Banks in the last three seasons of "The Fresh Prince of Bel Air" with Will Smith that endeared Reid to a new generation of fans. "I'm honored that I was able to be one of those pioneers of 80s television, and maintain my integrity and play a wide variety of roles," she says today. "If I am considered a role model, I would like those who are seeking to emulate me to make sure that they live their lives with integrity and joy." More recently Reid co-starred in the miniseries "Jacqueline and Jilly," which aired on the Urban Movie Channel. She also had a cameo role in "Harriet," the epic biopic that tells the story of abolitionist and Underground Railroad chieftain, Harriet Tubman. Shot in Virginia, where Reid resides, she describes the film as, "the most gorgeously cinematic thing I have ever seen. It was just beautiful." Now residing with her husband in Virginia, Reid has turned in recent years to her lifelong passion for fashion and photography. As a young actress and model, Reid often made her own outfits and wardrobe ("I've been sewing since I was nine," she says). At a certain point, friends would say that they wished they could wear Reid's outfits, so she started making pieces for her friends. "I have to do it in limited design, because I consider it wearable art," she explains. "The price is high, there is limited access so I don't get overwhelmed, and I want these to be personal projects, not mass manufactured." Of particular pride are her designs for Chinese-inspired jackets that are bold, colorful, and versatile, and easily adaptable to different body sizes and types. Her line (Daphne Style) wowed audiences at New York's fashion week in 2017, and is featured on her website daphnemaxwellreid.com. Perhaps even more notable is Reid's photographic work (featured in the "Fresh Prints" portion of her website); in particular, Reid's specialty is taking picture of interesting doors all around the world. "It was about ten years ago, in sharing some of my travel pictures with friends, that they encouraged me to make art out of them," she recalls. "I woke up on my 60th birthday, and I said to myself, 'I am a photographic artist,' and I spent the last decade figuring out what that means." Discovering her affinity for doors has been part of that process. "I see the doors as a metaphor for life," she explains. "The journey of doors is something that I like to preach to young people; every choice you make leads you through a door on an adventure, on a new journey, on a learning trip." In the form of postcards, printed collections, and gallery exhibitions, Reid's vibrant, compelling prints catalog some of her journeys through Europe and Cuba. Ultimately, Reid's life is a testament to the power of learning - whether it was learning passion from her father, or attending university, or teaching herself new careers. It's no wonder that she extends that experience to others in the form of working with Virginia State University, one of the nation's leading HBCUs (historically black college/universities). "I encourage the schools I work with to make sure that the education the students are receiving is of value in the current economy," she says, "and to make sure that they learn the basics of how to think and process information, how to go to an original source - teaching people how to think is far more important than teaching them how to memorize facts." A member of the board of VSU for eight years, Reid has hosted in informational videos documenting campus life and faculty achievements, and made public appearances on behalf of the institution. "Part of my contribution was to use my celebrity to make sure we connect with alumni and increase the school's reputation," she adds, noting that for HBCUs, demonstrating the intellectual and vocational value of higher education to their future students is a crucial need. Throughout her many activities and endeavors, Reid continues to be supported by her husband, himself a television pioneer as an actor, writer, director, and producer. "It's so exciting to be married to someone who dreams as big as he does," she beams. "I'm proud of being his spouse, and proud of the energy he gives me to follow my dreams." That partnership and her lifelong passion for hard work and achievement is summed up what Reid hopes her work conveys to her audience. "You always have to contribute to owning your own power. You have to be in control of your essence. You decide how it is shared, where it is shared, and how you want to be remembered by each step that you take. Having self-confidence then gives you the power to make good choices."

Welcome to the Friendsgiving episode with very special guests, my friends, Madisson Galante, Innocent Ekakitie , Mariah Bozeman, and Trinity Moriah Jones. Madisson is a very talented singer and actress residing in Los Angeles. Trinity can be seen in Hulu's Halloween Bite-sized series in a short version of the feature film STRAY. Innocent is only 7 years and has been in numerous commercials and can be seen in the hit series on Apple TV, Little America, and the upcoming series, For the Love of Jason., which just premiered this week on the Urban Movie Channel, UMC. Mariah is an actress and model, who resides in Chicago. She also can be seen in many national commercials and has guest-starred on Chicago Med. She can be seen in the film, The Women in the Window, coming to Netflix very soon. The Retro Read in this episode is a monologue from the movie The Breakfast Club, written, directed, and produced by John Hughes. There are also bonus readings by Mariah Bozeman and Trinity Moriah Jones. Please follow all my guests on their Instagram accounts: Madisson Galante - @madissongalante, Innocent Ekakitie - @innocente_jr, Mariah Bozeman - @theonlyryah, and Trinity Moriah Jones - @iamtrinitymoriahjones --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sage-mayer/support

Bonus Episode! We continue our Cross Border Collaboration Series with a pair of interviews with members from sister Women In Film & TV/Media chapters: Leah Curney talks with Dina F. Gilmore of Empowerment Productions 33 and WIFMCO (Women in Film & Media Colorado) about her latest projects Because of George and Baby in the Basement. Carletta S. Hurt, dual member of WIFV DC (Women in Film & Video DC) and WIFTA (Women in Film & TV Atlanta), tells January Green about the making of the lifestyle reality show Trash vs Treasure on the Urban Movie Channel. Dina F. Gilmore: @dfgilmore Twitter & Instagram and Facebook / @wifmco Instagram, @go_wifmco Twitter Carletta S. Hurt: @IKAMProd #TrashvsTreasureUMC Twitter & Instagram / @wiftatlanta / @WIFVDC If you would like to be interviewed for our Cross Border Collaboration Series, nominate someone for our Women Crush Wednesdays Spotlight, share your story or hit us up with an interview suggestion, contact us at communications@nywift.org. For more great information about women in film and television subscribe to this podcast and go to NYWIFT.org. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This 2-part episode features actors Tawny Newsome and Mya Harrison.  Tawny appears in the new CBS All Access series 'Star Trek: Lower Decks' which made its premiere this summer. Mya Harrison notably known for her stunning singer career, is also an actor, and chats about her return in season 2 of the Urban Movie Channel series '5th Ward'. Host: Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

Model, Actress, Business professional, Brand Ambassador, Model Coach/Coordinator, and Community Activist, Aushia Smith has definitely made her mark in the entertainment industry and continues to elevate her craft and brand to higher levels.As a model of over 30 years, beginning her journey as a Gerber baby alongside her mother and grandmother, Aushia has appeared in commercials/print ads for Pink Oil Moisturizer, Leggs Pantyhose, DOVE, etc. and graced runways for NY/LA/Milan Fashion Week, Lane Bryant, Ashley Stewart, Pearlina Designs, and an abundance of independent fashion shows and designers across the country. She has also appeared in XXL Magazine, EBONY Magazine, Essence Magazine and gracing the cover as "THE NEW IT GIRL" on One of A Kind Magazine of Fashion Avenue News 2018. Aushia Smith also partners her poise and posture with public speaking and being a TV personality. She is a recurring guest on the Dr. Oz Show, appearances in Fashion and Beauty segments on a variety of news platforms across the country such as TODAY Show and Home Shopping Network, speaks at conferences, summits, and expos such as Beauty by Nature Expo and Southern Women’s Show Tour.Aushia is a SAG-AFTRA talent working in theater, television, and film with David E. Talbert, Morris Chestnut, Vivica A. Fox, Tiffany Haddish, Billy Dee Williams, LEON, Curtis King, to name a few. At the age of 20, after being told "NO" so much in the industry as an freelance plus model, Aushia Smith launched her first business, Noir Productions as an event planning company in which she created her own opportunities and for those that look like her. Noir Productions evolved into an entertainment company that services project management, a talent booking division for over 500 performers/actors/athletes, tour management for R Kelly, Tank, Harlem Globetrotters, theater productions, Stevie Wonder, Taylor Swift, Usher, and more, becoming one of entertainments top names in business. Her business also allots her the opportunity to work and volunteer with communities across the USA. She is now venturing off into film production, signing a 4 film deal with Octect Productions in which her first movie Couples' Night, filmed in Washington, DC, with Tony Rock, Reagan Gomez, Malik Whitfield ranked #1 on the Urban Movie Channel 2018.After 20 years of teaching in an industry that she loves and being involved in a number of success stories, Aushia launched Reussir, School of Modeling, Acting and Refinement (www.reussirschools.com) where achieving is extensively taught to be maintained and not just obtained. Whether corporate or entertainment industry, it’s curriculum reaches from poise/posture, runway, pageantry, speech projection to interviewing skills and more for males and females ages 6 and above. From New York Fashion Week, movies, Abercrombie Ads, government ads, Miss Tennessee, Miss Bahamas, Miss Teen USA, becoming signed to top agencies, etc. many of Reussir's achievers have gone to fulfill their dreams.www.reussirschools.comTwitter: @AushiaNoirInstagram @reussischoolsFacebook: @reussirschools--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/iamlovereigns/messageSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/iamlovereigns/support

Bill Myers Inspires  The stories of blacks in America who made significant contributions to its history is largely not included in American History books and educational curriculum. This deliberate racial biasing towards white achievements in America's history has a devastating affect on how whites see blacks, and over time, on how blacks see themselves.   JERALD HARKNESS - Studio Auteur is a content creation company specializing in documentaries. CEO Jerald Harkness has over 25 years of documentary production experience and has produced and directed for Paramount TV, UMC, ESPN, VH1, A&E, PBS and the NCAA. Notable awards include a national Emmy, Best Documentary for the International Academy of Web TV, a Webby nomination and various Festival selections and awards. Recent work includes a documentary short called “Wesley” for the multiple award winning "Election Effect" series for Paramount TV and distributed by Facebook in 2018. In 2018, Studio Auteur produced the docu-drama series "True First" which celebrates forgotten and overlooked African American trailblazers and pioneers for Urban Movie Channel. Harkness has been the producer of a number of independent and broadcast documentaries including a national Emmy for his work on ESPN's SportsCentury series. His first documentary “Steppin'” in 1992 won the National Educational Gold Apple Award, making it eligible for an Academy Award nomination. Steppin' also won the 1994 Pan African People's Choice Award. His second documentary “Facing the Façade” won the Indiana Film Festival's Best Documentary and People's Choice award. Jerald produced "The Game of Change" which was selected for the 2008 Heartland Film Festival. Harkness' national broadcast credits include: “Game of Change” and the Al Unser story for the Emmy Award Winning “Sports Century” series for ESPN Classics, “7 Days Left with Queen Latifah” for VH1, and the Andy Gibb story for A&E Biography. Other broadcast documentary projects that aired in Indiana are: Living as a Legend: The Damon Bailey Story, The Men of Montford Point: The First Black Marines, and Eyewitness to a Century: The Indianapolis Recorder Newspaper. https://vimeo.com/user8229862        jerald.harkness@gmail.com   ~ More About Bill Myers Inspires ~  Emmy Award-winning actor Bill Myers is an accomplished actor, jazz musician, filmmaker, writer, educator, and speaker. As a bi-racial man who is both black and white, Bill leverages his background, talents, and voice through creativity, compassion, and connection as activism for social justice to focus on uniting the divide and compelling change. In a civic leadership capacity, he has served as President of the African American Jazz Caucus in NYC, member of the Indianapolis Cultural Development Committee, and served as President of the Indianapolis Downtown Optimist Club. In addition to his Emmy Award, Bill has received many awards and notable commissions for his work including being commissioned by the Indianapolis Museum of Art to create an original work for Dr. Martin Luther King Day entitled “The Music, Martin & Me.” Bill Myers seeks to encourage, enlighten, and empower others through the power of entertainment to affect social justice. You can find him at his website Billmyersinspires.com, Bill Myers Inspires on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/billmyersinspires/, Twitter https://twitter.com/bmyersinspires1, Instagram https://www.instagram.com/billmyersinspires/  , or via email billmyersinspires@gmail.com. To get more of Bill Myers Inspires, be sure to visit the podcast page for replays of all her shows here: https://www.inspiredchoicesnetwork.com/podcast/bill-myers-inspires/

Mike Mayhall is an Emmy Award-nominated actor, writer, and director. He would call himself a storyteller. He recently wrapped season two on A House Divided and Bronx SIU, the latter of which was nominated for three Daytime Emmy Awards including one for Mayhall himself for directing. Both shows currently air on Urban Movie Channel. Mike also talks about multitasking, wearing many simultaneously, and life down on the bayou in New Orleans. Subscribe to Endeavours on Apple, Spotify, Google, or wherever you get your podcasts. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dan-mcpeake/message

Elizabeth J. Carlisle is originally from Silver Spring, Maryland. She was trained in classical ballet before becoming an actress. She is Emmy Abernathy on the new TV series, Rich and The Ruthless, airing on the Urban Movie Channel. She has appeared in numerous television shows, including How I Met Your Mother, House M.D., Bosch, Parenthood, and Pretty Little Liars.In this episode we discuss: Her journey growing up as a ballerina to developing anorexiaHow the social pressure of a being a ballerina affected herWhat different types of eating disorders look likeWhy at age 12 she barely ate but still thought she was fat at 68 pounds.Where the eating disorder stemmed from and why being seen, heard, respected and the need for control, had a lot to do with itWhy she feels that if it wasn’t for her eating disorder, she would be further along in her careerHow she uses her “wise mind” to overcome the “eating disorder voice” How the pressures of Hollywood play on her self worthWhat disordered eating looks like and how Hollywood’s culture fuels itConnect with Elizabeth:Instagram: @elizabethjcarlisleConnect with Ashley:Instagram: @ashleydrivardWebsite: www.ashleyrivard.com

This weeks episode was recorded before the fall of humanity aka the USA quarantine so bare with us lol. We have special guests this week @LetsGo_Ugo of The GPG Podcast and Ashton's big brother Jameel ! This week we talk about Altered Carbon Season 2, Uncut Gems, Urban Movie Channel, The Corporate Streaming Wars, Girl 6, more Spike Lee Joints, The Allegory - Royce the 5'9, Lil Baby's growth, Curren$y's latest 3 Piece Set, Eternal Atake, and so much more ! As always its been a KnowItsGood Production !

Whereas many influencers and icons in Hollywood seek to gain a greater following nationwide, her purpose is so much bigger. For film producer, author and motivational speaker, Angela White, it's not about the lights and cameras. It's about the legacy she will leave to her heirs and those who will come behind her in the entertainment industry. Featured on Fox News, Sirius XM Radio, TBN, and ABC News, to name a few, Angela has served as a trailblazer and mentor for thousands in the media and entertainment world—positioning them to better understand show business and, ultimately, earn more income. Although Angela holds both a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Delaware, and a Master of Arts degree in Political Science from Rutgers University, she chose the road less traveled. Even after obtaining a Juris Doctorate degree from the New York Law School, instead of becoming the go-to lawyer, she became the go-to manager for comedians and comedic actors, such as JB Smoove, in Hollywood. However, it's her professional and educational background that positions her to translate the entertainment industry in a practical, sensible way—benefitting her clientele firsthand. Her jumpstart to producing and managing comedy shows led her to become the series creator and executive producer of The Comedy Underground Series, which was one of the first original comedy stand-up shows from RLJ Entertainment (the company owned by BET founder Bob Johnson and AMC Networks), now known as the Urban Movie Channel. In addition to founding Silver Lining Entertainment, a family-owned multimedia entertainment company based in Los Angeles, California, Angela also founded Backstage Pass to the Movie Industry, an educational platform for those who wish to gain more knowledge in arts, entertainment, and media. Most recently, she launched Dreamers with Purpose, a non-profit organization that assists people of color, women, and those who are financially disadvantaged with dream and purpose fulfillment. Having been poured into professionally and personally by industry professionals and leaders, Angela is intentional about paying it forward in her day-to-day work. As the first African American woman to produce and own a production company that released a theatrically faith-based film, entitled A Question of Faith, featuring Kim Fields and Richard T. Jones, Angela continues to open doors of opportunity for people of all backgrounds and walks of life through her work. Transitioning from talent management to production, Angela serves as a member of the Producer's Guild of America and her films have showcased some of today's top Hollywood talent, including 4Play, featuring Tiffany Haddish; The Last Letter, starring Omari Hardwick; The Sin Seer, starring Isaiah Washington and Salli Richardson; and My Favorite Five, starring Brian White and Jay Ellis, among others. Her work can also be seen on the TV series, Pump, which features Ray J and Michael Jai White and the TV series, Laugh Tonight with Damon Williams that will premiere on UrbanFlix TV in 2020—further positioning Angela as a force to be reckoned with onscreen and offscreen. On the heels of making other's dreams come true, Angela has now taken a leap of faith by entering the world of screenplay writing and directing with her directorial debut Transgress, and Hands Up. As she further explores the world of writing and directing, Angela is ecstatic about crafting new multi-cultural stories and leaving an impact on this nation that cannot be erased. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theactorslounge/support

Discussed our feelings of Urban Movie Channel’s Monogamy Season 2 debuting on Nov.14th, would you tell a friend/stranger about their cheating spouse, & why people take issues with GoFundMe with some peoples stories. FIND US ON INSTAGRAM, YOUTUBE, FACEBOOK, CONVOZ, APPLE , SPOTIFY, & GOOGLE PODCAST as BrainsNBeautyx2 EMAIL US: BrainsNBeautyx2@gmail.com

**PANT** **PANT** **PANT** Sorry. . . . this one . . . is late! Handsome Bane records, edits and releases this episode in the same day! Trying to keep a schedule and with like....1.5 hours to spare. -State of the POW Summer schedule gets discussed. -The Martin Podcast was fun, but it was missing a major component. Who is the Rev. Lonnie Love based on? Bane has his theory. -Bane yells at the movie screen before seeing Toy Story 4 and tells you why you should see it without telling anything about it. -Monogamy is a drama on the Urban Movie Channel. It's...how you say...? SO BAD! -ILAPOW Takeover episode idea gets introduced. Whatchall think? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/its-like-a-podcast-or-whatever/message

In this week's episode of The WAFLcast, rage galore as the hosts dive into the next step into Disney's release date shuffle! They also talking about Urban Movie Channel's anticipated release of (very loose term) "cult" black comedy "I Got The Hook-Up 2." And please if you haven't yet, listen, like, share, repost, follow, and rate our episodes! We want to hear from you, dear listeners! Follow us for more of that WAFL behavior at waflproductions.com And everything else WAFL on... Facebook: www.facebook.com/WAFLproductions/ Twitter: twitter.com/WAFLProductions Instagram: www.instagram.com/wafl_productions/ Intro track by Anokim: soundcloud.com/anokim_musik ITUNES - goo.gl/hi6rbw GOOGLE PLAY MUSIC - goo.gl/zKeKiC

Discussion on Dealbreakers in Relationships, is your single status a choice & do you believe you can change a person? Also, we discussed our upcoming review on the Urban Movie Channel’s new series, Monogamy. FIND US ON: INSTAGRAM, YOUTUBE, FACEBOOK & CONVOZ as: Brains N Beauty x2 EMAIL Us: BrainsNBeautyx2@gmail.com

An eclectic BEHIND THE LENS this week filled with intensity and energy thanks to our very special guests, actress ELAINE BALLACE and comedian SHANE MAUSS, plus our exclusive interview with BLAKE JENNER! But before we get to our live guests, take a listen to our exclusive pre-recorded interview with actor turned screenwriter BLAKE JENNER. Known best for his role as "Ryder" in the smash television series "Glee", Blake steps up his game and expands his horizons as not only lead actor in BILLY BOY, but the film's screenwriter and a "creative producer". An intensely personal and emotionally visceral character study of a young man with potential who is grappling to come to terms with his past, BILLY BOY boasts an emotional rawness that is laid bare through indelible performances. Listen as Blake goes in-depth talking about not only his writing process but character development, working with his fellow castmates, director Brad Buecker, and stepping into the producer's chair as well. Then we shift gears with comedian turned filmmaker SHANE MAUSS. Fresh off his win at Dances With Films for the Audience Award for Best Documentary, Shane talks candidly and excitedly about his documentary PSYCHONAUTICS: A COMIC'S EXPLORATION OF PSYCHEDELICS. A winner on the stand-up circuit, Shane has long had a passion for blending comedy and science in his routines and his podcasts, and he does just that with PSYCHONAUTICS. Shane is no holds barred as he talks about using his personal experiences with psychedelics as a starting point for this documentary, working with director Brian Bellinkoff, bringing science and experts into the cinematic mix, as well as his huge learning curve in the editing bay. And then there's the effervescence and exuberance of actress ELAINE BALLACE who is on hand to talk about her latest film, and the final film of her dear friend Marvin Kaplan, LOOKIN' UP. If Elaine doesn’t pack your day with heartfelt positivity nothing will as she is boundless in her energy and affection for Marv, himself a beloved figure to classic film (and "Top Cat" cartoon) fans everywhere, as well as the film's star Steve Guttenberg. While a love fest for Marv Kaplan, Elaine also talks about her current television series on the Urban Movie Channel, "The Rich and the Ruthless", an upcoming film project starting to shoot in July, and her take on staying active and vital as an actress over the decades. http://behindthelensonline.net http://eliasentertainmentnetwork.com

Elizabeth J. Carlisle - Actress (The Rich and The Ruthless)This week I talk with actress Elizabeth J. Carlisle. We talk about her working with Nate Dogg as well as Betty White, and of course the just released season 2 of her show THE RICH AND THE RUTHLESS which airs on The Urban Movie Channel.Follow Elizabeth J. Carlisle on social media:Twitter: @ElizabethJC01Insta: @ElizabethJCarlisleFB: Elizabeth J. CarlisleYouTube Mustard Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5J-AwFdl8T0&t=

Tamika Lamison is the founder of the Make a Film Foundation. Tamika Lamison won a $10,000 for a scriptwriting contest in the 90’s. She took her money and moved to Los Angeles. She then sold her first script for six figures but then found out the check was bad. She turned her lemons to lemonade by volunteering and teaching children film. Later, she used her passion for film and teaching for something much bigger. Tamika started a nonprofit, “Make a Film Foundation.” “Make a Film Foundation” grants severely or terminally ill children their wish to make a film. They have both a short film and a documentary program. Listen to this hilarious story of how Johnny Depp volunteered his time on one of the children’s film project ‘s in a day’s notice. Guillermo del Toro is looking to volunteer to direct on one of their “Make a Film Foundation.” Although, Tamika continues to work and create her own work as a writer, director and producer, she truly feels that “Make a Film Foundation” is her greater purpose. Through “Make a Film Foundation” Tomeka is able to make these children, the parents and family have everlasting memories. Tamika’s feature film, "Last Life" and MAFF's "The Black Ghiandola" are currently in the film festival circuit. Tamika is on the writing team for Craig Ross Jr.’s new drama, “Monogamy” which is on the Urban Movie Channel. It looks good so check it out! Website: www.makeafilmfoundation.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tamika.lamison Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/makeafilmfoundation Twitter: https://twitter.com/Alchemist26 Twitter: https://twitter.com/Makeafilmfnd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/makeafilmfoundation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/baobabt  

Skip sat down with Victoria Rowell and Traci Otey Blunt last year at the International Black Film Festival in Nashville, TN to talk about some of the amazing work being done on the Urban Movie Channel. Check the link below to subscribe to this amazing platform and get great content into your bones! https://umc.tv

Segment 1: Actor Jay Ellis stops by to chat about his latest webseries "Hard Medicine" on the Urban Movie Channel. Hosted by: Tora Segment 2: The cast of the film "Five Fingers For Marseilles" which premiered at TIFF sit down to chat about their roles in this South African spaghetti western film. Hosted by: Jamie Segment 3: TV personality Lauren Lake chats about her courtroom show "Paternity Court". Hosted by: Ashia Music by: Sammus and Shubzilla Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

"How To Build A Business" Join us as we listen to billionaire Bob Johnson and how he started BET. Bob also talks about his new digital venture the Urban Movie Channel. A must listen for all entrepreneurs.

Stand up comic Doug Williams chats about the new streaming video service campaign from the Urban Movie Channel (www.urbanmoviechannel.com) which is offering a free 14-day trial, see website. And Eric "Badlands' Booker chats about the world of competitive eating. Eric has competed in the world famous Nathan's Hot Dogs eating contest and numerous other eat-a-thons!