10 Questions with NBC10 Boston: Recent Episodes
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In this podcast series for NBC10 Boston, Kwani A. Lunis talks to different people connected to the Boston area about their lives and the moments that got them to where they are today. From politicians to athletes to entertainers everyone has a story and the goal is to get to the core of that story within 10 questions. Enjoy!
Tommaso Ciampa joins Kwani Has Questions for a candid conversation about his Massachusetts roots, revisiting his childhood home, fatherhood, and his journey in AEW. The Everett native also reflects on what it means to return home and compete in front of New England fans for AEW Dynamite and AEW Collision this week at MGM Music Hall in Boston, Mass. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
From viral videos to a new, deeply personal fragrance inspired by her summers in India, Sheena Melwani opens up about the memories and moments that shaped her journey.She also shared with Kwani the unique way she met her husband, balancing music and content creation, embracing her multicultural identity, and the advice she'd give her younger self. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Miss Universe Ghana 2025 and licensed psychotherapist Andromeda Osam-Peters joins the podcast to talk identity, mental health, and representing Ghana on a global stage. She opens up about breaking stereotypes around pageantry and using her platform to empower young women across cultures.Content note: This episode includes discussion of assault and trauma. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Rhode Island native Dominique Star stopped by to talk about her journey to becoming a recurring cast member on the award-winning medical drama "The Pitt." She shared how her New England roots shaped her career, "living up to her name", and the role her hair has played in the process. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Robert Parish joins Kwani Has Questions to share why it was finally time to tell his story in The Chief: The Story of the Boston Celtics' Most Enigmatic Icon, opening up about the quiet, misunderstood persona that defined his career and the upbringing that shaped it.
He reflects on the journey from “Double Nothing” to a Celtics legend, and weighs in on today’s team, including how Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown are continuing that legacy.
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Chef and restaurateur Tiffani Faison sits down with Kwani Has Questions to talk about her journey from dishwasher to one of Boston’s most influential chefs. The four-time James Beard finalist and familiar face from Top Chef, Chopped, and Tournament of Champions opens up about building restaurants, bouncing back from setbacks, and what it really takes to succeed in the hospitality industry. From launching Sweet Cheeks Q to leading Big Heart Hospitality, Faison shares lessons on leadership, resilience, and why we should be supporting local restaurants. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Pro Football Hall of Famer Ty Law joins 'Kwani Has Questions' to talk about his love for football, how he stays grounded, and what it really takes to start something new. He opens up about launching his vodka brand, Corvus, stepping into the spirits world as a rookie, and how he’s using it to give back to former NFL players who paved the way. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Actress Monique Coleman is in Milan for the Olympics. Before heading there, she sat down with Kwani Lunis to talk life after High School Musical, "lacing up [ice skates] at 40" and what it really means to live unapologetically. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Kwani Lunis catches up with Bryan Arenales, the season seven winner of Love Island, who grew up in Everett, Massachusetts. He shared what the reality TV show taught him about dating, adapting to his newfound fame, and how he's hoping to use his platform for good Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.comfor information about our collection and use of personal data foradvertising.
Ice Cube stopped by Kwani Has Questions to explain why it was time for Boston to get its own BIG3 team, share the challenges he has faced while creating the 'Last Friday' film, and reflect on his 40-year music career
Boston-based rapper and entrepreneur Oompa stopped by to talk about her music inspirations, the journey to becoming a full-time musician, and who her dream collaboration would be with.The Roxbury native also shared how important support from the Boston community had been for her career, what inspired her fashion sense and how she combats the "comparison game" in the industry.
Jean Elie is a multi-hyphenate creative who grew up in Brockton, Massachusetts
He sat down with Kwani Lunis — at Jeano’s restaurant in his hometown — to talk about growing up in a Haitian-American household, breaking into the entertainment industry, and one important role he’s currently preparing for, fatherhood.
He also shared why he decided to run the 2025 Boston Marathon and why he’s raising funds to support Fenway Health
Joe Gatto talks about his journey into the world of comedy, the impact "Impractical Jokers" had on his career and what fans can expect from his 2025 show at the Wilbur in Boston
Gary Washburn joins 'Kwani Has Questions' to discuss his career as a national NBA writer for the Boston Globe, offer advice to young sports journalists, and share the inspiration behind his book, "Boston Celtics: An Illustrated Timeline, Championship Edition."
Rapper and Dorchester native Cousin Stizz joins Kwani Lunis for “10 Questions with NBC10 Boston.” He shares what it’s like to be home to close out his tour tonight, life outside of music, and how he’s feeling about his Boston Celtics playoff run.
Glen “Big Baby” Davis, a member of the 2008 Boston Celtics championship team, joined “10 Questions with NBC10 Boston” to recap his takeaway from Kevin Garnett’s retirement ceremony and share what his “Life After Basketball” comedy tour is all about.
Jessamyn Stanley is a yoga teacher, body positivity advocate, and writer who has used social media to journal her own “self-love” experience. She joined Kwani Lunis to share how she has grown to become unapologetic in who she is and why thinks it’s important for others to do the same.
Ashley Battle has played at the highest level of women’s basketball and is now a scout for the Boston Celtics. The Pittsburgh, Penn., native shared with Kwani Lunis how she went from playing at the University of Connecticut to scouting for one of the most storied NBA franchises.
Outgoing Suffolk County District Attorney Rachael Rollins joins Kwani Lunis to share what her journey has been like as she prepares to be the next U.S. attorney for the District of Massachusetts. She also explains why representation in law is important, how athletics can play a huge role in leadership and more.
Boston Mayor Kim Janey joined Kwani Lunis to talk about the city’s new initiative to provide free transportation on certain bus lines, why she’s running for mayor, and what she’s been listening to lately.
Boston City Councilor Michelle Wu shares why she’s running for mayor in Boston and what she plans on improving if elected into office.
Anna Horford joined an "emergency" episode of "10 Questions with NBC10 Boston" to share her personal reaction to her older brother, Al Horford, being traded back to Boston.
On Friday morning, news broke that the Celtics traded Kemba Walker and a first-round draft pick to Oklahoma City in exchange for Al Horford and Moses Brown.
Annissa Essaibi George currently serves as an at-large member of the Boston City Council. The former Boston Public School teacher joined Kwani A. Lunis to share why she’s running for mayor.
John Barros, the first person to serve as Boston’s Economic Development Chief, joins Kwani A. Lunis to discuss what he accomplished during those seven years and why he resigned to run for mayor of Boston.
Boston City Councilor Andrea Campbell joins NBC10 Boston to share a little bit of her story, why she’s running for mayor of Boston, and what changes she’d like to see if elected.
Abby Chin joined the AAPI Heritage Month spotlight to chat about her upbringing, sports broadcasting career, what it’s like being a working mother. The NBC Sports Boston host and reporter also shared her perspective of the future of the Celtics.
:33 Chinese Roots
4:45 The Grind
11:49 Where Are Your From?
14:45 “Working Mother”
20:22 Celtics in the Playoffs
Rep. Tram Nguyen currently serves the 18th Essex District and is the first Vietnamese-American woman to be elected to office in Massachusetts. She joined Kwani A. Lunis during APPI Heritage Month to share her story.
00:56 The Immigrant Experience
5:16 "Pho"
7:04 Intro to Law
12:02 Representation Isn’t A “Buzzword”
13:33 Anti-Hate Bill
20:38 Identity
The first Black, Haitian-American female City Councilor At-Large of Everett, Mass., Gerly Adrien, checks in with Kwani A. Lunis for 10 Questions with NBC10 Boston. She shares why she decided to get into politics and how she’s managed running her small business during the pandemic.
:39 - The Backstory
1:29 - "How Can I Help?"
2:38 - Business School
4:42 - Tipping Cow
7:55 - Navigating Politics
11:40 - Self-Care
Matthew K. Thompson, the Senior Pastor of Jubilee Boston, checked in to talk to NBC10 Boston about his journey into ministry and how his church has had to adapt to changes during the coronavirus pandemic.
:49 - Growing up in Boston
6:04 - The HBCU Experience
9:15 - Called to Ministry
13:21 - Matt and Mona’s Love Story
16:58 - “A Church Without Walls”
28:52 - The Relaunch
32:39 - Boston Sports
Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey joined NBC10 Boston for Women’s History Month to reflect on everything from her upbringing to her work in the office of AG so far. The New Englander also walks us through her journey of playing college basketball at Harvard, playing abroad as a professional, and then finally deciding to go to law school at Northeastern University. (Record date: 03/17/2021)
1:04 - New England Roots
3:22 - From PG to AG
6:19 - The Grind to the Glamour
8:31 - “Block Out the Noise”
11:51 - Advocacy
15:44 - Why Women Belong in Law
17:25 - Legacy
Born in Ghana but raised in Massachusetts, WWE Superstar Kofi Kingston joins Kwani A. Lunis to talk about when he figured out corporate America wasn’t the right fit for him, the brotherhood he’s found in “The New Day,” and why representation matters in WWE. (Record date: 02/25/2021)
1:14 - “Childhood Dream”
2:45 - Corporate Kofi is a No-Go
9:41 - Mom Spills the Beans
13:57 - Ghanian Roots
16:08 - The New Day & Brotherhood
23:05 - Social Responsibility
26:17 - The 11 Year Road to #KofiMania
32:56 - Representation in WWE
38:12 Tom Brady or the Patriots?
Massachusetts Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley reflects on moments in her childhood that prepared her for the work that she’s doing now in Congress. She also shares with NBC10 Boston what self-care and joy look like to her and opens up about her alopecia journey. (Record date: 02/12/2021)
1:40 - Insurrection and impeachment
10:08 - “Mamma Love”
14:12 - Pediatrics or Politics
19:55 - Self-care and Black Joy
24:30 - “Don’t Need Hair to Wear a Crown”
26:17 - The Squad’s Group Chat Chronicles
31:28 - Legacy
33:20 - Who would play Ayanna Pressley in a biopic?
This is "10 Questions with NBC10 Boston, the podcast" with your host Kwani A. Lunis.
In this series, we talk to different people connected to the Boston area about their lives and the moments that got them to where they are today. From politicians to athletes to entertainers everyone has a story and the goal is to get to the core of that story with 10 questions (or sometimes more). If you like an episode be sure to subscribe, leave a review and of course share it with a friend.
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