Inspirational Power Hour

Writer, director, David E. Talbert opens up about the 22 year making of new Netflix release, Jingle Jangle. David is a lauded American playwright, writer, and director with successful releases such as First Sunday, Baggage Claim, and Almost Christmas. A musical adventure and a visual spectacle for the ages, Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey is a wholly fresh and spirited family holiday event. Set in the gloriously vibrant town of Cobbleton, the film follows legendary toymaker Jeronicus Jangle (Academy Award winner Forest Whitaker) whose fanciful inventions burst with whimsy and wonder. But when his trusted apprentice (Emmy winner Keegan-Michael Key) steals his most prized creation, it’s up to his equally bright and inventive granddaughter (newcomer Madalen Mills) — and a long-forgotten invention — to heal old wounds and reawaken the magic within.

Gospel recording artist, Brian Courtney Wilson opens up about his fifth album release, STILL. Wilson is a multiple Stellar Award-winner, a GMA Dove Award-winner, ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Award winner. Wilson has received nominations for several Grammy® Awards, an NAACP Image Award, and a Billboard Music Award. Since his debut release (2009's Just Love), Wilson has delivered some of the most beloved songs of the past decade and has established himself as one of our time's premier male inspirational voices. Check out this candid conversation about the inspiration behind his latest release.

Dominique "DOE" Jones started her musical career with her family, the GRAMMY and Stellar Award nominated family group, Forever Jones as the voice of their hit song, "He Wants It All". Now as a solo artist recording artist DOE talks about her new music, new label, and creating her unique musical fingerprint. Her latest single, "Brighter", is available everywhere now.

Gospel recording artist, Jonathan McReynolds, talks about his latest album, People, and what sets this body of work apart from his previous releases. He also talks about how some of Gospel music's biggest events adjusted through the 2020 global COVID pandemic.

Gospel recording artist, Kelontae' Gavin, talks about his start from a viral video in his school cafeteria to a rising career in Gospel music. He also shares the inspiration behind his latest single, Hold Me Close.

Grammy award-winning artist, PJ Morton talks about releasing his first Gospel album. The son of the legendary, Bishop Paul S. Morton, Sr., who is also a multi-award winning Gospel artist, PJ has blazed his own path in R & B music establishing himself as one of the industry's most sought after writers, producers, & artists.

New artist, Keyla Richardson, talks about her rising career in Gospel Music and her new single.

Gospel artist and songwriter Darius Paulk talks about his latest single, On and On. He also talks about having written for some of Gospel music's legendary artists.

Gospel recording artist, Airri Cole talks about his latest single, We Believe, and staying ministry focused during COVID-19.Follow host, Chandra Wise on all social media:Instagram: @ChandraWiseTwitter: @ChandraWiseFacebook: InspirationalPowerHour

Award winning Gospel recording artist, James Fortune, talks about his latest release, Dream Again Live From Rock City. He shares about staying true to his calling and his sixteen years in the industry.Follow host, Chandra Wise on all social media:Instagram: @ChandraWiseTwitter: @ChandraWiseFacebook: InspirationalPowerHour

Jana Haynes, writer, director, and producer of Selma, The Musical: The Untold Stories, talks about her team's latest venture, ICTV. Set to launch in September, ICTV will be a streaming platform of content from a new generation of creatives. Jana talks about the struggle to find a platform and ultimately creating her own. Follow host, Chandra Wise on all social media:Instagram: @ChandraWiseTwitter: @ChandraWiseFacebook: InspirationalPowerHour

Winner of BET's Sunday Best, Season 7, Geoffrey Golden talks about his latest single, Jesus. He also shares words of wisdom and encouragement during tough time.

Hip Hop artist, Dear Silas, talks about creatives and how they use their voice against social injustice.

Corey Wiggins, Executive Director for the State of Mississippi NAACP discusses current state of the organization and the need for citizens to continue to be involved. Co-Founder and Director of the Cure Sickle Cell Foundation, Dee Bookert-Nixon talks about World Sickle Cell Day, education, advocacy and never ending fight for a cure.

GRAMMY awards winning producer and artist, Myron Butler talks about his latest album, My Tribute, a tribute album to gospel legend, Andraé Crouch. Myron talks about recreating many of Crouch's well know hits, collaborating some of gospel industry's most talented artists. My Tribute is available everywhere now.

Timothy White and Calvert White from BLM SIP (Black Lives Matter - Mississippi) discuss igniting the movement in Mississippi and organizing the largest, peaceful protest in Jackson, Mississippi since the Civil Rights Movement.

Pam Junior, director of the Mississippi Civil Rights Museum and the Museum of Mississippi History discusses the significance of Juneteenth in 2020. Recording artist Ted Winn talks about racial injustice and the role of the Black church today and how the church can continue its legacy in the movement.

Family Therapist, Rhonda Davis talks all things Mental Health and dealing with COVID-19. Rhonda Davis is a singer, actress, and a licensed, practicing family therapist in Jackson, Ms.

Dr. Justin Turner talks about mental health awareness and the stigma and effect in the African American Community.

Radio personality, Tambra Cherie, talks about her book, "Surrounded By Sin, Grounded By Love: 8 Simple Keys to Becoming A Better You". This conversation was originally recorded in 2019.