In part 2 of our conversation with J. Mallory we get more into in his other acting roles on Homeland and Quantico. We talk about the rich characters J portrayed on both of these television dramas. There's more Defenders talk, particularly about the iconic jailhouse scene with J and Mike Colter. We delve into J. Mallory the person. He shares his secrets to a successful relationship when both partners are career driven and how they handle potential sex scenes (juicy !) J shares his journey into the Vegan lifestyle (there's a Cornelius Smith aka Marcus from Scandal connection) and so much more !
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In this special two part episode, we are talking with actor, stylist, and vegan activist J. Mallory. A Detroit native, J shares with us about growing up in D town and attending Cass Tech where his classmates included Big Sean and Cornelius Smith aka Marcus on Scandal . (Other notable alumni include Diana Ross and the late Della Reese). We get into how he was able to break into the acting business in New York City. J Mallory also shares his amazing experience as an understudy for Blair Underwood in the first all Black production of a Street Car Named Desire. We also get into his work on Marvel Netflix’s The Defenders. We talk working with Mike Colter & so much more. Dive in !
In our Thanksgiving special we are talking to food blogger & on air food personality Johnna French of Johnna Knows Good Food. She shares with us her favorite recipe tips (pumpkin spice sweet potato mash anyone?), Thanksgiving host and guest etiquette. She shares ways to make Thanksgiving staple dishes more interesting, as well as some healthy alternatives. We have a fun discussion about the questions millennials are tired of being asked at holiday dinners & in a world where everyone is going vegan how do you know what to cook?. Also we finally get to the bottom of just how many to go plates one is allowed to take home. This episode is fun & festive so dive in !
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In this episode we are talking all things millennials and travel with Lo Millie the Founder/CEO of Can't Stay Put, a unique travel brand. Lo shares with us the process that put her on a journey of quitting her job to traveling the world. We discuss the amazing story of how she was able to travel through south east Asia on a budget of $30 dollars a day.
Lo gives insights about what it means to be a traveler not a tourist. Lo also shares some the amazing opportunities she has created for herself like scouting locations for experiences for Travel Noire as well as brand collaborations with Reebok. She shares her recommendations for the most LIT destinations, hidden gems here in the United States as well as the best places to get a spiritual tune up. We chat about the value of traveling without getting a passport stamp and why millennials should value travel as more than a means to stunt on our peers.
Plus Lo shares details about her upcoming No Flight Necessary travel event series. There is so much here, dive in!
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We are chatting with Justine aka the Grocery Goddess. In this episode we are talking about alternative natural medicines that include vodka. We also discuss creating healthy habits, going Vegetarian, and the realness of Mercury retrogrades. Justine also shares with us how she was able to develop here own spiritual identity and why its important to be transparent as a food blogger. So much to learn in this episode. So dive in.
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In our Season 2 premiere we are talking to Marquis Williams the founder & CEO of the wine curation service Highly Recommended. We chat about growing up & bossing up in Harlem, his journey into the wine business and becoming an Entrepreneur. We also discuss navigating the wine space as a Black man. Marquis also shares his insights into successfully investing in the wine business. This one is full of gems. Dive in !
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In this episode we are joined by Singer/Model Demi Grace. Demi shares with us what its like to rehearse/perform with Beyonce (mind blowing). She shares how she was discovered in NYC to star in a national ad campaign for Pantene, becoming the first woman with locks to do so. We chat about her world music sound and her experience being raised by Nigerian parents living in the United States. There tips for anyone trying to break into the music/fashion industries and so much more. There are so many great takeaways. Dive in !
In this special we report we chat with Debbie Levin, the President of the Environmental Media Association. The EMA has worked with Hollywood's elite to advocate & drive action on climate change initiatives. The EMA has worked with stars like Jaden Smith, Shailene Woodley, Rosario Dawson, Van Jones and so many others. We chat with Debbie about her start in environmental activism, the connection between environmental issues and the entertainment industry, and how specifically President Trump's withdrawal from the Paris Accords is a setback for the United States and more importantly what we, particularly millennials can do to create a better future for our environment. Plus did we get a scoop on a future Captain Planet movie? Tune in to find out.
In this Adulting 101 only episode we are talking to the founders of BLK HLTH. BLK HLTH is a platform to educate, engage, and empower the Black community in improving our health and wellness. May is Mental Health Awareness month and we discuss how to raise awareness about Mental Health in the Black community, how men can be vulnerable enough to discuss their feelings, and the limits of sisterhood when it comes to mental health. We also chat about millennials getting physically fit and a few quips on just how full Atlanta really is. Enjoy !
In this Adulting 101 only episode, we talk to Celebrity Make up artist Stephanie Flor. Stephanie has worked with celebrities like Sting, Eve, & Mariah Carey among others. We talk breaking into the beauty industry, the significance of colors outside of the western world, She shares how she empowers women through her Around the World Beauty movement and great beauty tips for men. Plus so much more ! So many gems in this one !
Tiff attends a special press screening of WeTv's newest reality tv show : Hustle & Soul. The screening included a Q/A with AJ Calloway and a DJ set by Questlove. She gives a detail review of the show as well as details on the screening...Dive in
We're talking Millennials and the Job Market and changing jobs often is actually a good thing. During #tbt we chat about the golden era of 106 & Park and the epicness of Freestyle Friday. In the Adulting 101 segment we talk to Nadira Byles who works in HR at BET Networks. She share tips on how to get ahead in a tough job market and how to build relationships and a brand while at larger company. There great takeaways thank can help you advance your career right away.
In this episode we talk to media maven Neffy Anderson. We talk her internship at Z100's Elvis Duran show to becoming an on air correspondent at BET for 106 & Park. We also chat about her hit YouTube series the Path Less Traveled. Neffy shares the valuable lessons she learned from being laid off & how important it is to create a lane for yourself and make your own opportunities. There are social media branding tips as a bonus ! Gems on Gems. Dive in !
We dive into Spirituality. Are Millennials becoming more or less spiritual? Tis gets his first Tarot reading. In our first interview we talk to spiritual advisor Darly Rose about the Saturn Return.
Happy New Year ! We are talking side hustles & why they make us feel special. We take a journey through how we consume music. Plus a special Adulting 101 where we speak to cast members of WeTv's Ghosts in the Hood and Sway Calloway.
In this episode we talk about why Millennials are so turned down these days & not big on the party scene. In Adulting 101 we have an interview with Chris Martine the founder of Drinklynk, an app that connects you with the right venues for a perfect night out. For #tbt we are talking New Edition and the fantastic #BET miniseries. Dive in !