Juanita Ingram holds many titles, and yet her greatest appointments span well beyond pageantry. Mrs. Universe 2022 is an award-winning attorney, decorated filmmaker, HBCU alumna, fashion philanthropist, and serial entrepreneur. Additionally, her non-profit, Purpose Productions, allowed her to create space to depict positive imagery around Black families thriving and surviving abroad.@iamjuanitaingram stars in and executive produces the 2x Telly Award-winning Amazon Prime Docuseries, The ...
Jay-Ann Lopez is the award-winning Founder and CEO of Black Girl Gamers, Co-founder of Curlture and a member and judge for BAFTA.Black Girl Gamers is a popular and influential community-powered organization that advocates for diversity and inclusion and heightening Black Women’s voices. Black Girl Gamers partners with brands to increase black women's equity in the industry via talent brokering, consulting, innovative marketing solutions, events and content. Jay-Ann also co-founded Curltu...
On this episode of Let's Talk Life @danavaughns discusses his journey through the entertainment industry, insight about his songwriting process and more on what he believes his true purpose is. Dana is a triple threat- he can sing, dance and write. He’s known for hits like: Sweet Tea, Lovey Dovey and Feelings.Dana Vaughns is an artist continuously making impact in the entertainment industry through his voice and contagious charisma.He blends R&B with rhythmic sonics, while his approach ly...
This week on Let's Talk Life @broderickhunter shares his journey of becoming a successful model, actor and entrepreneur while staying true to his faith!Broderick is one of the most recognized faces in fashion. You’ve seen him in magazines and campaigns for Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, Reebok, Bloomingdales and many more!He’s dominated runways in Milan, New York and Miami, you’ve also seen him on Issa Rae’s hit show ‘Insecure’ on HBO. He’s starred in movies and commercials all while growing h...
He's a walking, talking fashion wikipedia- you've seen him on Bravo's Watch What Happens Live, CBS This Morning, E! Live From The Red Carpet, and Good Morning America. Marcellas Reynolds is a Wardrobe Stylist and Entertainment Reporter turned Best-selling Author. While modeling in New York, Marcellas discovered a passion for fashion styling. His work has been published in editorials such as British GQ, Instyle Magazine, and British Vogue. He’s styled celebrities like Reb...
This week on Let’s Talk Life @trellworld shares what inspires him to cultivate spaces that highlight black change-makers & more.Trell Thomas is the Founder of @blackexcellencebrunch He is a thought leader, culture shifter and generator of black excellence.Trell is a media expert and activist whose work spans from NBC to the historic Obama Presidential Campaign in 2008. He’s also over seen talent relations and communications for some of the biggest brands at Viacom.Trell has a great ...
On this week's episode of Let's Talk Life I sit down with @ashleycmeverett as she shares the journey of creating her dance legacy and balancing work & personal life.Since the age of 17 she’s played an intricate role in the creative process of everything Beyonce. From her music videos and commercials, to her live performances and world tours.Ashley serves as Beyonce’s lead dancer and dance captain. She’s worked with all of the greats- Usher, Nicki Minaj, Ciara, Ne-Yo, JLo, Tina...
On this week's episode of Let's Talk Life I sit down with Desiree Talley as she shares her journey of seamlessly intersecting both of her passions-entertainment and law. She shares how she’s achieving success in her VP position at Revolt TV & Media and more about her podcast POPLAW .Desireé is an attorney and creative storyteller that meshes street & book smarts to influence culture through law. Hailing from Vallejo, CA, she prides herself on her direct and relatable delivery by educa...
On this week's episode of Let's Talk Life I sit down with Hollywood Director & Show-runner, Tanya Taylor as she shares her experiences and advice as a black woman in the heavily white, male dominated space of TV & Film production.Tanya is a multi-hyphenate filmmaker, who hails from Jamaica.She made her transition to television after working in advertising as a Creative Director on various campaigns for KFC, Pizza Hut, Jamaica Broilers and many others.That experience inspired her to ge...
On this week's episode of Let's Talk Life I sit down with Singer/Songwriter Demi Grace as she shares how her music gives her and others the space to explore and find their truth.Demi Grace is an Afro-Pop and R&B London-born singer and songwriter that’s performed with the Queen herself- Beyonce at the American Music Awards among other notable performances such as Essence Fest, House of Blues LA, Webster Hall and many more.In addition to performing, Demi is also a model who has been feature...
On this week's episode of Let's Talk Life I have a dynamic conversation with content strategist Kaitlyn Miranda she shares how her experiences within the entertainment industry have shaped her mindset on what impact really is.Kaitlyn is an innovative New York based creative strategist. She specializes in creative and digital marketing within the entertainment industry.Kaitlyn works with HBO Max, The Creative Collective NYC & CultureCon on editorial, social & digital strategy.With over...
On this week's episode of Let's Talk Life I have a powerful conversation with 2X Emmy Award Winning Makeup Artist for the syndicated daytime television show “THE REAL" Julie Jules.Julie’s talents continue to grace the world of television and print media daily as a respected celebrity makeup artist within the entertainment industry. Raised in Newark, New Jersey, Julie learned early on from her Haitian mother the importance of beauty and resilience. Her passion for beauty origi...
On this episode of Let’s Talk Life with London @isabelle.du shares how her journey of being told ‘NO’ lead her to a successful TV, Film & Modeling career!Isabelle is a SAG Actress, Host, International Model and former Miss Vietnam USA 2017.Born and raised in San Jose, California, she moved to Orange County to attend Chapman University where she studied the entertainment industry and interned at Nickelodeon, Comedy Central & MTV.Upon graduation, Isabelle decided to pursue modeling abro...
Get to know me!On this episode of Let's Talk Life- I'm switching things up! My best friend Brandon Baker moderates a much needed conversation with me to help share my professional journey with all of you! We discuss where I started, where I am and where I'm headed -in my life and within my career.In this episode, you'll also learn all about my upcoming interactive learning sessions that I'm producing with Brightlive to share my knowledge and expertise with those that want to learn how to...
On this week’s episode of Let’s Talk Life I sit down with CEO and designer @_liv4olivia_ as she shares her inspiring story of how she went from selling clothing out the trunk of her car to launching a collection with Footlocker.OLIVIA ANTHONY is a NYC based designer who creates art through her collections and empowers women and dreamers to make a statement by just "LIVIN'" The Alabama native uses bright colors, unique textures and bold silhouettes in her unprecedented line, @livstreetwear whi...
On this week’s episode of Let’s Talk Life I have a powerful conversation with activist & writer Brea Baker.We discuss all things from the hope of the future, to social injustice + ways YOU can help your community & SO much more!Brea Baker is a writer and freedom fighter who has been working on the frontlines for almost a decade first as a student activist and now as a national and global strategist.In that time, she has contributed to dozens of electoral and advocacy campaigns includi...
On this week's episode of Let's Talk Life I sit down with entrepreneur David Cabello from @blackandmobile - we discuss his journey founding and operating the country's FIRST Black-Owned food delivery service that exclusively partners with Black-Owned restaurants. The Black & Mobile app is available in the app store for download!The service launched in February of 2019 and is now available in the following markets:AtlantaBaltimoreDetroitLos AngelesNew YorkPhiladelphiaConnect with Bla...
There are CRITICAL conversations we need to be having in our community around mental health, therapy and healing. If you or someone you know needs help navigating the space, we've got you covered in this weeks episode. I sit down with Psychotherapist and advocate for the mental health community Jaren Doby to talk all things therapy, what critical conversations we should be having with our loved ones, how to find mental health resources and more.Jaren Doby is currently credentialed as a ...
Malachi & I talk balancing personal + work life and he shares his GREATEST advice on what it takes to be your own boss!@mal.full is a creative consultant & digital strategist, he's the founder & CEO of @hyyercreative -Hyyer Creative is a full service creative agency specializing in targeted content development, marketing, & strategy for creative entrepreneurs, brands, and businesses rooted in Millennial & Gen-Z culture.Additionally, Malachi has recently started a new ventu...
Naomi Thomas is building the future of STEM education. Her startup, Beyond, is an ed-tech platform that matches student interests with potential tech careers through an inclusive chat bot experience. By leveraging gamification and incentives to help students learn tech skills, Naomi is on a mission to improve diverse representation in STEM. She is also the founder and former chief executive for BB Market, a digital marketing company that serves public figures and global brands reaching millio...