Behind the Mic hosted by Wize Grazette

On this episode, I take you inside AFRICON 2025, recorded live at REVOLT Studios Atlanta with Anna from First Gems and Odessa from Reasonings with Odessa. We talk about the energy, panels, and connections that made this year’s AFRICON a powerful experience linking the African and Caribbean diaspora. From the opening night at The Gathering Spot to inspiring moments featuring David Banner, Tuma Basa, and Shaka Zulu, this conversation highlights how AFRICON Atlanta 2025 brought creators, leaders, and innovators together from across the world. You’ll also hear Odessa’s exclusive interview with Nigerian DJ and cultural icon DJ Obi, who shares the story behind Obi’s House, one of Africa’s most talked-about parties celebrating music, culture, and unity. “We are not just from Barbados. We’re not Jamaican. We are Africans first.” – Odessa Chapters 01:48 – Africon Experience: Day One Highlights 04:06 – My Conversation with Anna & Odessa at REVOLT Studios 05:05 – Africon Panels and Key Takeaways 15:23 – Investing in the Caribbean and Africa 20:37 – DJ Obi Interview Follow me on Instagram and Twitter (formerly X 😂) @TheRealWize, and subscribe so you don't miss Part 2 of the AFRICON 2025 series. Credits: Powered by Offscript Podcast Network Special thanks to Storytime Studios (@storytime.bb) for editing and production. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Behind the Mic, host Wize Grazette sits down with Talib Jasir, founder of the Afros & Audio Podcast Festival, to explore how one man’s vision reshaped the landscape for Black podcasters across the nation. Talib shares how his passion for storytelling and audio fiction led to the creation of a thriving national community for independent creators, the challenges of sustaining Afros & Audio without major funding, and why this year’s event in Baltimore will be its final celebration. Together, they dive into his personal journey, creative growth, and what’s next for the movement he built. 🎧 B-Sides Track of the Week: “Lucky” by Tish Hyman — a soulful reminder to stay grounded in gratitude and perseverance through creative highs and lows. 💽 Listen to our B-Sides Track of the Week playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2EysXGOWrzoQ3Zmp34VWLx 💽 Listen to our B-Sides Track of the Week playlist on Youtube: “We are the most powerful people in this industry. The podcast industry doesn’t exist without podcasters.” — Talib Jasir Chapters 00:00 — Intro 01:27 — Talib’s Journey and Afros & Audio 03:19 — B-Side Track of the Week 04:50 — Talib Jasir before Afros & Audio 12:10 — Trials & Tribulations 14:58 — Final Afros & Audio Podcast Festival Subscribe to Behind the Mic wherever you listen and leave a five-star rating — on both Spotify and Apple Podcasts if you’re a real one. Follow Talib Jasir on Instagram and Twitter @TalibJasir and visit AfrosAndAudio.com . Follow Wize Grazette on Instagram and X @TheRealWize. 🎙️ Behind the Mic: Hosted by Wize Grazette is Powered by Offscript Podcast Network. 🎧 Edited and produced by The Indie Creative Network and Storytime Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Season two of Behind the Mic opens with a powerhouse conversation between host Wize Grazette and Lady Dentaa Amoateng, the Founder and President of GUBA Enterprise. Known for her mission to Grow, Unite, Build Africa, Lady Dentaa has spent over 16 years creating opportunities that connect Africans across the diaspora. This episode dives into the upcoming GUBA Awards Barbados, supported by the Prime Minister’s Office, Invest Barbados, BTMI, and the National Cultural Foundation. Lady Dentaa shares how this year’s theme, Reclaiming Our Atlantic Destiny, aligns with the shared history and future of Africa and the Caribbean, unveiling details about the Trade and Investment Conference, cultural collaborations, and the first-ever chartered flight from Ghana to Barbados. Lady Dentaa also opens up about her journey from pediatric nurse and TV actress to receiving a diplomatic passport, all while raising four children who embody Ghanaian heritage through their names and values. B-Sides Track of the Week: Adonai by Sarkodie — a gospel-infused anthem blending rap, soul, and spiritual power. 💽 Listen to our B-Sides Track of the Week playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2EysXGOWrzoQ3Zmp34VWLx Featured Quote: “We need to reclaim our land destiny, reclaim our people, and start doing things together.” - Lady Dentaa Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to Season Two! 00:52 Upcoming Cultural Events 01:18 Introducing Lady Dentaa Amoateng 01:46 Lady Dentaa's Journey 03:02 B-Sides Track of the Week 04:08 The GUBA Awards and Its Impact 10:09 Reclaiming Our Atlantic Destiny Subscribe to Behind the Mic on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, and Pandora. Follow @TheRealWize for updates, and connect with @Dentaa_Show and @GUBAAwards to learn more about the GUBA movement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Season 2 of Behind the Mic: Hosted by Wize Grazette is here! This new season expands the vision bringing you interviews not just with REVOLT hosts but also with cultural curators, allies, and creators shaping the future of the creator economy. Expect full interviews, narrated episodes, limited series, and audio-only drops that keep the essence of podcasting alive. Tap in, follow @TheRealWize, and subscribe so you don’t miss what’s next. Credits: Hosted by Wize Grazette. Produced and edited by The Indie Creative Network and Storytime Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re closing out Season 1 of Behind the Mic with none other than Detavio Samuels, CEO of REVOLT and Offscript Worldwide. In this episode, Detavio takes us through his journey from growing up in Denver and nearly going down the wrong path, to becoming one of the most influential leaders in Black media today. Featured Quote: “I’m not here trying to build a media company just to get rich. I’m out here trying to make the world a better place.” B-Sides Track of the Week: Detavio shares “There Will Be No Crying” by Cleo Sol, reflecting on the spiritual power of music and how it shapes his worldview. 💽 Listen to our B-Sides Track of the Week playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2EysXGOWrzoQ3Zmp34VWLx He drops major gems on what it means to invest in strengths instead of weaknesses, the value of early mentorship from media legends like Cathy Hughes and Don Coleman, and how REVOLT and Offscript are rewriting the blueprint for creator-led ecosystems. Chapters 01:04 Special Guest Introduction: Detavio Samuels 01:48 Detavio's Childhood and Early Lessons 03:47 The Importance of Environment and Circle 07:21 Detavio's Leadership Journey 15:37 The Blackprint Podcast Evolution 20:10 Offscript Worldwide and REVOLT's Vision 26:13 Rapid Fire: Overrated or Underrated Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and follow the playlist on Spotify. Season 1 might be ending, but Behind the Mic Bites starts next week—13 weeks of highlight clips from your favorite episodes before we return this fall. Tap in, follow @TheRealWize, and subscribe so you don’t miss what’s next. Follow Detavio: Instagram & Twitter: @Detavio Credits: Hosted by Wize Grazette. Produced and edited by The Indie Creative Network and Storytime Studios. #podcastepisode #revolt #behindthemic Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Behind the Mic, I’m joined by Anna Uche-Eme of The First Gems Podcast. We talk about her move from LA to Atlanta, her time working in Haiti, and how a tight cousin bond turned into a growing podcast brand. From public health to pop culture, Anna breaks down what it means to build something meaningful as a first-gen Nigerian-American. 🎶 B-Sides Track of the Week: “Spending Time With You” – Janet Jackson 💽 Listen to our B-Sides Track of the Week playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2EysXGOWrzoQ3Zmp34VWLx Chapters 00:22 Celebrating Black Music Month 00:59 Introducing Today's Guest: Anna from The First Gems Podcast 01:50 Anna's Background and The First Gems Podcast 04:24 Anna's Journey to Atlanta and Career Highlights 13:30 Rapid Fire: This or That Music Edition Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and follow the playlist on Spotify. Watch all episodes of The First Gems on YouTube and stream on Spotify & Apple Podcasts. Follow Anna: @annam.e Follow The First Gems: @thefirstgems Behind the Mic: Powered by REVOLT Podcast Network Hosted by Wize Grazette Produced by The Indie Creative Network Edited by Storytime Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Behind the Mic, I’m joined by fellow REVOLT Podcast Network veteran and media powerhouse, Lalaa Shepard. Lalaa is the creator of The Progress Report, one of Atlanta’s most respected platforms for hip hop and culture. From her early days working with Cincinnati artists to building genuine relationships in Atlanta’s music scene, Lalaa’s journey is rooted in hustle, intention, and community. B-Sides Track of the Week: Lalaa shares “Hot Boyz” by Kai Cash — a standout track from one of her favorite emerging artists. Lalaa opens up about how her upbringing and work ethic shaped her path from college to the strip clubs of Atlanta where she learned the real mechanics of the music business. She breaks down how The Progress Report became an essential stop for artists, producers, and tastemakers in Atlanta’s hip hop ecosystem. In the rapid-fire game Overrated or Underrated, we get her take on the blog era, media training for artists, women rap collectives, and more. Featured Quote: "I’m just a student of the game. I’ve been in love with music and journalism since I was a little kid." Chapters: 00:52 Meet Lalaa Shepard 01:26 Lalaa's Journey in Music and Journalism 03:18 The Progress Report and Atlanta's Music Scene 05:25 Challenges and Inspirations 14:36 Rapid Fire: Overrated or Underrated 16:22 Lalaa's Love for Sports Don’t forget to subscribe to Behind the Mic wherever you listen or watch podcasts. Leave us a five-star rating, drop a review, and hit that like button on YouTube. We’re building this community with your support. Follow Lalaa Shepard: Instagram, Threads, TikTok, Facebook, YouTube: @LalaaShep Website: TPR Media Group Instagram: @TheProgressReport101 Behind the Mic: Powered by REVOLT Podcast Network is hosted by me, Wize Grazette. Special thanks to The Indie Creative Network and Storytime Studios for editing and producing this podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Behind the Mic, I’m joined by Mokgethwa, aka Big Warra and a whole bunch of other akas, co-host of The Sobering Podcast, one of South Africa’s most respected Hip-Hop podcasts. We dig into the pod’s 10-year journey, what it took to build from scratch, and how Big Warra’s curiosity growing up in Limpopo shaped his love for music, media, and storytelling. B-Sides Track of the Week:Big Warra picks I Bore by Onipa, a continental groove that’s become his go-to track on socials and in life. Rapid-Fire Game:In a word association round, Warra drops 90s gems, cipher shoutouts, and unexpected picks in honor of Black Music Month. Featured Quote:"AKA was a star before he was a star. He always carried himself like one." Chapters:00:27 – Guest Introduction: Big Warra 01:01 – The Sobering Podcast Journey 02:37 – Music Talk: B-Sides Track of the Week 03:47 – Behind the Mic: Big Warra’s Background 06:28 – The Birth of The Sobering Podcast 10:25 – Remembering AKA Follow Big Warra on Instagram and X: @Big_Warra Follow The Sobering Podcast: @TheSoberingPod Credits: Hosted by Wize Grazette. Produced by The Indie Creative Network and Storytime Studios. Powered by REVOLT Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're switching things up this week with a special update from Behind the Mic: Powered by REVOLT Podcast Network. As Season One winds down, I’m sharing what’s next: Behind the Mic is taking a break starting at the end of June, but we’re not disappearing. Starting in July, tune in for our new summer series: Behind the Mic Bytes. Each week, we’ll revisit standout moments from past episodes, with a monthly focus on themes like Disability Pride, Back to School, Wellness, and Fashion & Culture. 🔊 To give you a taste of what’s coming, I pulled a few of my favorite clips: — NeAndre Broussard on showing up with light and purpose — Lynae Vanee on finding clarity at Spelman and redefining Black history — Freddie on how HBCUs shaped her confidence and career — And a throwback from our “Attitude Era” with Krista B talking wrestling and growing up in Bed-Stuy Let’s close this season strong, June is both Black Music Month and Pride Month, so trust me, we’re going big with these final guests. Then catch me all summer with a few bonus drop-ins and updates. Hit subscribe, leave a review, and share your favorite Behind the Mic moments with us. Chapters 00:28 Special Episode Announcement 00:50 Upcoming Content Overview 01:28 Personal Reflections and Inspirations 02:15 HBCU Experiences and Impact 04:44 Career and Personal Growth 05:45 Wrestling Memories 06:35 Season Recap and Future Plans 🎧 Host: Wize Grazette 🎙 Powered by: REVOLT Podcast Network 🎛 Produced by: The Indie Creative Network and Storytime Studios Subscribe on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, wherever you get your fix. Follow me @TheRealWize on X and Instagram. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Learn more about Krista B in this bonus extended clip from Krista's latest episode on Behind the Mic: Powered by REVOLT Podcast Network. Watch all of Season 1 of Behind the Mic: Powered by REVOLT Podcast Network on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLOCTSuUwMT0fyOeExh2Sm6xhTdIhHZzSj Follow Krista B: Instagram & Twitter: @ms_kristab Podcast: Those Wrestling Girls on YouTube TikTok, IG, FB, and Twitter: @ThoseWrestlingGirls Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Behind the Mic, I sit down with poet, educator, and storyteller Lynae Vanee—whose voice hits like a sermon and a cipher at once. You’ve seen her on Parking Lot Pimpin’, but now she’s stepping into a new lane with her REVOLT show The People’s Brief, premiering May 20th. B-Sides Track of the Week: Lynae shares a slept-on gem from Cameo’s Word Up album “You Can Have the World.” It’s her daily reminder that dreaming big is never too much. From there, we talk about the woman who changed everything for her, Coach Ray and how Spelman sharpened not just her skills, but her sense of self. She opens up about what HBCUs really teach you and why her EARTHGANG feature was both unexpected and unforgettable. “We shouldn’t be teaching Black kids how to plug into the real world—we should be teaching them how to disrupt it.” – Lynae Vanee Chapters 00:44 – Introducing Today's Guest: Lynae Vanee 00:59 – Lynae Vanee's New Show on REVOLT 02:18 – Lynae's Inspirational Playlist Pick 03:43 – Coach Ray: A Key Influence in Lynae's Journey 05:38 – Choosing Spelman and the HBCU Experience 09:37 – EARTHGANG Collaboration: A Poetic Journey 11:38 – Rapid Fire Round of Rank It If you’re feeling the episode, subscribe, rate us five stars, and watch The People’s Brief on REVOLT. 📱 Follow Lynae Vanee: @LynaeVanee 🎧 Tap into the B-Sides Track of the Week playlist on Spotify. 🎙️ Behind the Mic is hosted by Wize Grazette. 🎛️ Produced and edited by The Indie Creative Network and Storytime Studios Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Santana opens up about surviving an unhealthy relationship, reclaiming her voice, and using her podcast Santana Says to uplift her community. From breaking cycles to building virtual support spaces, this conversation dives into motherhood, faith, and advocacy. Santana shares her journey from Cleveland organizer to counselor, and why she refuses to stay silent about what too many endure behind closed doors. Chapters: 00:53 Cleveland Roots and B-Side Tracks 02:23 About Santana Says Podcast 03:00 Personal Journey and Advocacy 06:43 College Days and Organizing Spirit 11:00 Rapid Fire Round: She Did That! 11:53 Mother's Day Shoutout Subscribe for more real stories from bold voices behind the mic. 🎧 Available on all podcast platforms. 📲 Follow Santana: @SantanaSays_ 📲 Follow Wize: @TheRealWize 🎬 Edited by Storytime Studios 🌍 Powered by The Indie Creative Network + REVOLT Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Behind the Mic, Wize is joined by Rachel Renee — co-host of Holdin’ Court Podcast and founder of Goat Moves Inc., a tech platform designed to support small and medium-sized businesses with the infrastructure they need to thrive. Rachel shares how her journey through tech, entrepreneurship, and family legacy led her to the mic. She opens up about building a business in the middle of a pandemic, embracing visibility after nearly a decade off social media, and finding purpose through community impact and innovation. She also joins Wize for a round of Overrated or Underrated — and let’s just say, she’s got thoughts on podcast panels, polyester, and bringing tailoring back in style. Quote of the Episode: “Now that I’ve conquered this fear of being seen... I love it 'cause it’s been more beneficial than detrimental.” — Rachel Renee Chapters: 00:46 – Meet Rachel Renee 01:24 – B-Sides Track of the Week 02:30 – Rachel's Journey Behind the Mic 04:20 – Goat Moves Inc. – The Vision 05:59 – The Entrepreneurial Path 12:57 – Rapid Fire Round: Overrated or Underrated Credits: Behind the Mic: Powered by REVOLT Podcast Network is hosted by Wize Grazette. Produced and edited by the team at Indie Creative Network and StoryTime Studios — where culture meets craft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Behind the Mic: Powered by REVOLT Podcast Network, we sit down with Chanelle Reynolds — host of not one, but two podcasts on the network: The Success Playbook and The Double Dose Podcast. From her work in the NFL to her passion for podcasting, Chanelle is carving out space for Black stories and Black excellence in every room she enters. She talks about her journey in sports, navigating major transitions at the Washington Commanders, and how mentorship and DEI work are central to her identity both on and off the mic. B-Sides Track of the Week Chanelle takes it to church with Marvin Sapp’s “Praise Him in Advance.” A gospel pick that keeps her grounded, uplifted, and aligned — especially as her name continues to rise. “You can’t take DEI out of sports. It didn’t start with us, so it’s not gonna end with us.” - Chanelle S. Reynolds Chapters 00:38 Meet Chanelle Reynolds 01:42 B-Sides Track of the Week 02:42 Who is Chanelle Behind the Mic? 04:19 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Sports 05:38 Chanelle's Journey in Sports Follow @RevoltCreatorNetwork on IG and @RevoltPodcasts on Twitter/X. Guest Socials & Links Follow Chanelle: @ChanelleSReynolds Listen to The Success Playbook and The Double Dose Podcast wherever you stream podcasts. Credits Behind the Mic: Powered by REVOLT Podcast Network is hosted by Wize Grazette. Edited and produced by Storytime Studios and Indie Creative Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this bonus episode of Behind the Mic: Powered by REVOLT Podcast Network, we’re giving flowers to Dr. Chanda Reynolds — host of Paging Dr. Chanda and now a 2025 Webby Award nominee. Vote Here: https://vote.webbyawards.com/PublicVoting#/2025/podcasts/individual-episode/health-wellness-lifestyle We revisit the moment she found out about her nomination, reflect on the episode that earned the recognition — a hilarious and healing live conversation with Keke Palmer — and talk about what this moment means for Black women, mental health advocates, and media professionals alike. “This nomination proves that yeah, we are making waves in the industry of Black mental health.” Chapters 2:10 – The Moment Dr. Chanda Found Out 5:20 – Recapping the Keke Palmer Episode 9:30 – What the Webby Nomination Means to Her 14:45 – Making Room for Black Women in Media 18:00 – Purpose, Mental Health & Representation 21:00 – Call to Vote + What’s Next Subscribe & Follow
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On this episode of Behind the Mic: Powered by REVOLT Podcast Network, we’re celebrating Trans Day of Visibility with a very special guest — Hazell Harve, one fourth of the #CareFreeBlackGirl podcast and a rising star in the Charlotte creative scene. Hazell opens up about her journey from Hartford, Connecticut to Charlotte, North Carolina, and how what started as an unexpected move turned into a “blessing in disguise.” She shares how she got introduced to the podcast by QUANNA, how joining the Xclusive House of Lanvin in the Ballroom scene changed her life, and why she’s committed to being visible, vocal, and real in everything she does. Trans Visibility Day is about championing the diversity and resilience of the trans community - https://www.revolt.tv/article/trans-visibility-day-is-about-uplifting-the-transgender-community B-Sides Track of the Week Hazell gave us two tracks that keep her grounded and glowing: – “Keep Your Head Up” by Chaka Khan – “What If God Was One of Us” (performed by Cheryl Pepsii Riley in Diary of a Mad Black Woman) Both picks were straight from the Tyler Perry vault and a reminder that sometimes, motivation shows up in soundtracks we grew up with. Personal Insights Hazell speaks on writing her first piece for REVOLT, how Ballroom gave her community, and the leadership role she never expected. “Ballroom helped me realize my worth and my impact — it taught me how to lead.” She also shares how #CareFreeBlackGirl became her introduction to podcasting, and how stepping in front of the mic helped her discover a whole new side of herself. Quote of the Episode “Ballroom helped me realize my worth and my impact — it taught me how to lead.” Chapters 00:49 Meet Hazell Harve 01:31 Hazell's Journey to Podcasting 03:15 Trans Visibility and Personal Insights 04:09 Hazell's Music Picks 05:56 Life in Charlotte 13:18 Ballroom Community and Impact Subscribe & Follow Tap in with Behind the Mic wherever you listen to podcasts. Rate us five stars and leave a review if you’re feeling it. Follow @RevoltCreatorNetwork on IG and @RevoltPodcasts on Twitter/X as we continue to build space for creators like Hazell. Guest Socials & Links Follow Hazell: @HazellHarve Credits Behind the Mic: Powered by REVOLT Podcast Network is hosted by Wize Grazette. Edited and produced by Storytime Studios and Indie Creative Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this special live episode of Behind the Mic: Powered by REVOLT Podcast Network, we take you straight to SXSW 2025, where QUANNA, the powerhouse behind #CareFreeBlackGirl, joins us to talk about building a movement, securing trademarks, and curating platforms for Black women artists. QUANNA shares her journey from Savannah, GA, to launching the #CareFreeBlackGirl Cookout, taking it on tour nationwide and creating a community-driven lifestyle brand. She also drops major business gems on trademarking, talks skateboarding for mental health, and joins our Women’s History Month rapid-fire game, She Did That! “I just wanted it to be a platform that I give to artists that was real—something that was attainable.” – QUANNA Chapters: 01:07 Meet QUANNA: The #CareFreeBlackGirl 01:28 QUANNA's Journey and Achievements 04:13 SXSW and #CareFreeBlackGirl Events 09:37 The Importance of Trademarks 11:39 Rapid Fire Round: She Did That! Tap in, subscribe, and leave us that five-star review! 🔗 Listen at listen.REVOLT.tv 💬 Follow QUANNA: @QUANNAMC | @CareFreeBlackGirlInc Behind the Mic: Powered by REVOLT Podcast Network is hosted by Wize Grazette, edited and produced by Indie Creative Network & Storytime Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Behind the Mic: Powered by REVOLT Podcast Network, we sit down with KK, host of KK’s Corner Podcast and a rising force in Atlanta’s media scene. From her start as a REVOLT Podcast Network intern to building her own brand for influencers, by an influencer, KK shares how she turned a side hustle into a movement. She reflects on her Chicago roots, why Clark Atlanta University shaped her grind, and how she built a podcast without co-hosts, keeping it fun, educational, and full of free game. We tap into the B-Sides Track of the Week, where KK puts us on to TeyBanz’s “Turn Me Up”, and wrap things up with a Women’s History Month edition of She Did That!, where KK shouts out Jennifer Hudson, Boss Britt, Glorilla, and DJ eXeL as game-changers. " I thought I had no talent at all until I discovered YouTube and Podcasting." – KK Tap in, subscribe, and leave us that five-star review! 🔗 Listen at listen.REVOLT.tv 💬 Follow KK: @KKsCorner | YouTube: KK’s Corner Podcast Behind the Mic: Powered by REVOLT Podcast Network is hosted by Wize Grazette, edited and produced by Indie Creative Network & Storytime Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Behind the Mic: Powered by REVOLT Podcast Network, we sit down with Dr. Chanda Reynolds, licensed clinical psychologist and host of Paging Dr. Chanda and The Double Dose Podcast. She shares her mission to destigmatize mental health, her experience at REVOLT World, and how growing up in a ministry-focused family in Delaware shaped her path. We tap into the B-Sides Track of the Week, where Dr. Chanda puts us on to Philip Thompson’s “My Worship”, and wrap things up with a Women’s History Month edition of She Did That!, where she gives flowers to Tabitha Brown, Janet Jackson, bell hooks, and her twin sister, Chanelle. "If you watch any Black 90s sitcom, there’s always an episode where someone’s struggling with mental health, but they’re ashamed to talk about it. I wanted to change that." – Dr. Chanda Reynolds Chapters: 00:44 - Meet Dr. Chanda Reynolds 01:19 - REVOLT World Experience 02:08 - About Dr. Chanda's Podcasts 03:38 - B-Sides Track of the Week 04:29 - Dr. Chanda's Journey in Mental Health 09:00 - Rapid Fire: She Did That Follow Dr. Chanda: @PagingDrChanda Behind the Mic: Powered by REVOLT Podcast Network is hosted by Wize Grazette, edited and produced by Indie Creative Network & StoryTime Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Behind the Mic: Powered by REVOLT Podcast Network, we sit down with Adri V, host of The G Code Podcast and a powerhouse in radio, podcasting, and motivational speaking. Adri shares her journey from radio to podcasting, breaking down how The G Code dives deep into the real struggles behind success—the pretty, the ugly, and the grind. Chapters 01:10 Adri V's Journey into Podcasting 02:19 The G Code Podcast 03:11 Adri V's Radio Career 05:20 Personal Stories and Inspirations 10:15 Rapid Fire Round: Rank It! We also get personal—Adri opens up about her mother’s incredible resilience, how her upbringing in Buffalo, New York, shaped her relentless work ethic, and the lessons that fuel her Go Getta mentality every day. Then, we tap into the B-Sides Track of the Week, where Adri puts us on to Che Noir’s "Ladies Brunch"—a fire track featuring Armani Caesar and Love the Genius that showcases Buffalo’s thriving music scene. "Behind the mic, I am just a girl who is happy to wake up every day to do what she loves, amplify the voices of my community, and give other people opportunities like I was given." – Adri V Tap in, subscribe, and leave us that ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review! 🔗 Listen at listen.REVOLT.tv 💬 Follow Adri V: 📸 @AdriVTheGoGetta | 🌐 AdriVTheGoGetta.com 📞 Text: 214-70-ADRIV 🎙️ The G Code Podcast – New episodes every Wednesday 🎧 Behind the Mic: Powered by REVOLT Podcast Network is hosted by Wize Grazette, edited & produced by Indie Creative Network & Storytime Studios. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices