Somindboggling Journeys: Recent Episodes
Bettina Goolsby
Join me as I live out my wildest creative dreams on this "somindboggling journey." Meet a few of my friends, collaborators, teachers and inspirations along the way as we pursue the dream while living the in-between #somindboggling.
In this episode, we chat with playwright Serena Norr of "Agency for the Lost." You may remember Serena from when we first spoke to her and the cast of the short play "Vitality and Purpose." We are collaborating again - now our 4th time - on Serena's full-length play "Agency for the Lost" which explores childhood abandonment, how that abandonment plays out in adult relationships, the dark side of corporate culture and ultimately what it means to find and be found. Come join us for our staged reading on the evening of Monday, June 3rd at the Flea Theater in New York City.
The Links:
Tickets for the Staged Reading
Serena Norr's official website
Serena Norr's Instagram
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As "somindboggling journeys" enters its sixth season, I reflect back on the podcast's first published episode, where I was, who I was with and how it felt taking a big step in the direction of a dream.
The Links:
Black Alumni Weekend @ UVA
University of Virginia
McIntire School of Commerce
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For this episode, I sit down with actor/children's book author Ebbe Bassey to put a spotlight on Ebbe's journey as a mother of a young girl with Down syndrome, Anoushka. As today is World Down Syndrome Day, Ebbe shares the various challenges that she's had to come up against which inspired her to write her first children's book, "Anoushka's Extraordinary Heroes," dedicated to her daughter. The illustrated book aims to spotlight other courageous, resilient beings who have Down syndrome. Ebbe wrote this book to change the stigma around disabilities, explaining that the focus should actually be on their abilities. We discuss the importance of representation and challenging prejudices. Anoushka even graces us with her presence during our chat!
We also delve into our respective acting journeys, working 9-5 jobs while in pursuit of our dreams, and the goal of having multiple streams of income by branching into other artistic endeavors. Ebbe shares how the influence of her Nigerian background inspires her drive and impacts her decision making. We also talk about the importance of celebrating stepping out on faith and putting action into motion and highlighting the journey to success and not just focusing on the end result.
We also touch on celebrity culture, with Ebbe sharing her long-held love for Wendy Williams who we send positive vibrations to and wish well during her difficult time.
00:00 - Intro and welcome
02:23 - Early acting career and the benefit of working on short films
05:49 - The Necessity of pivoting in the industry
07:25 - Working 9-5 jobs while pursuing the dream
10:06 - The influence of Maggie Flanagan and her acting studio
25:32 - Imagination and creativity in acting
26:13 - Ebbe's Nigerian background, influence and expectation
31:30 - The power of encouragement from a partner
32:04 - Ebbe speaks on being a big Wendy Williams fan
35:05 - Bettina shares more of the inspiration behind the "somindboggling journeys" podcast
36:30 - The importance of representation in media
38:27 - The journey to success and the value of every step along the way
43:19 - Anoushka's "Extraordinary Heroes"
44:50 - Addressing the stigma around Down syndrome
46:10 - Challenging and changing negative narratives
59:16 - Highlighting the achievements of people with Down syndrome
01:06:29 - Advocating for Anoushka's education and care
01:18:23 - The symbolism of the "Extraordinary Heroes" book
01:23:49 - The Illustrator of the book
01:25:46 - Legal considerations and sourcing information
01:32:23 - Spotlighting independent bookstores
01:36:18 - How to connect and keep updated with Ebbe and Anoushka
The Links:
Ebbe Bassey Instagram
Daughter Anoushka's Instagram
Buy this book from Black Dot Bookstore
Buy this book from Kindred Thoughts Bookstore
Buy this book from Barnes and Nobles
Publishing a Book with Ingram Spark
Maggie Flanigan Acting Studio
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Past podcast guest Kadeem Alphanso Fyffe returns to the podcast, and this time he brings Dr. Morgan Maxwell to discuss their collaboration on the creation of the one-of-a-kind Gigi Luxury Hands-Free Pumping Robe by For Me Maternity. They share their journey from the initial concept to the final product, highlighting the importance of functionality and innovation. The robe features hands-free pumping access, a satin-lined hood, a weighted blanket feel, built-in bust support and multiple pockets. They also discuss the process of patenting the product and the benefits of joining the Amazon Black Business Accelerator program. They also discuss the lengthy journey of product development and the importance of not letting any barriers stop you. Finally, they highlight the gift of support and luxury that their product provides for expectant mothers.
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Gigi Luxury Hands-Free Maternity Robe
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We are lucky to have filmmaker and multi-hyphenate Tony Clomax on this episode of 'somindboggling journeys.' His journey is 'somindboggling' indeed as he wears the hats of: creator, director, screenwriter, producer, editor and tenured-track professor. He shares what it's like juggling all the things and what he's experienced and learned along the way. This chat is really eye-opening because it sheds light on the fact that there's nothing easy or smooth about pursuing and living the dream. There are obstacles and challenges along the way that ultimately serve to fine-tune the artist and his craft. We leave no stone un-turned. I even had the opportunity to grill him on the 3...no 4! auditions of past that I've had of his, but didn't book LOL. All in good fun though! Tune in and watch/listen to the many nuggets Tony drops.
00:00 - Who is Tony Clomax?
02:20 - Tony Clomax, the tenured-track professor
11:40 - Tony Clomax, the creator/director
22:35 - Tony Clomax, the screenwriter-for-hire
33:15 - How he handled mayhem on set and having to make a crucial last minute decision that changed the course of the project
41:30 - Tony's ideal project
43:30 - The REAL reason why I asked Tony to come onto the podcast :)
46:47 - Tony Clomax, the editor
48:00 - How Tony stays healthy
51:46 - The pursuit of good sleep, something we all strive for + projects he's working on
53:40 - What's been "somindboggling" for Tony thus far on his journey
The Links:
Tony Clomax Instagram
Tony Clomax on iMDb
Tony Clomax Professor at Prairie View A&M University
Tony Clomax on Vimeo
Tony Clomax on YouTube
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Meet the writer and cast for the upcoming short play "Vitality and Purpose." Writer Serena Norr created the characters of Delfie, Clarence, Frau and Dr. Frau to examine how we determine what truly makes us feel happy and whole. This play will be brought to life by Emily Leibert, Stephanie Williams and Brian Uhrich, directed by me.
The play goes up at The Tank on Saturday, February 10 at 3pm EST and again on Monday, February 12 at 7pm EST.
Click below for more info + tix:
https://thetanknyc.org/calendar-1/cut-edge-ten-min-playfest
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In this episode, Kyera [pronounced ky-ra] discusses her journey as a singer, writer, and entrepreneur. She shares her passion for natural hair care and the inspiration behind her e-book “Hair Symphony: The Step-by-Step Guide to Mastering Your Hair Type.” Kyera emphasizes the importance of embracing one's hair texture and all its uniqueness. She also talks about her music career, collaborations with artists like Carlos Santana and Goya Menor, and her forthcoming album. Kyera shares her experiences working in Hollywood as well as the challenges and opportunities in the entertainment industry. Viewers and listeners will be moved by Kyera’s fearlessness and unapologetic confidence, inspiring us all to expand our self-belief in pursuing our dreams.
00:00 - How Kyera and I connected (hint: a previous guest on the show who you all loved)
03:22 - Kyera’s love for natural hair, her hair care philosophy, her ‘Hair Symphony’ e-book and self-created ‘Look, Don't Touch’ hair conditioner and song
10:00 - Who remembers the ‘Wave Nouveau?’
11:19 - Fusing music and hair care in the marketing
12:40 - Magical musical collaborations and Kyera’s forthcoming album
23:45 - How Kyera has found her flow
25:39 - Kindred fire signs
26:30 - Kyera’s storied Hollywood background, featuring some of Black Hollywood’s favorite talents, television shows and a throwback to epic shared birthday parties
35:43 - Kyera shares her most #somindboggling moments
42:04 - Kyera’s empowering message to women
The Links:
Passion Amapiano Remix by Kyera ft Goya Menor [Official Music Video]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=maSdQc_Nt8s
Look, Don’t Touch! By Kyera - The Natural Hair Anthem [Official Music Video]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UgXdxXr2FDk
‘Hair Symphony: The Step-by-Step Guide to Mastering Your Hair Type’ e-book
https://shop.kyera.world/collections/e-books
‘Look, Don’t Touch’ hair detangling conditioner
https://shop.kyera.world/products/look-don
Kyera’s Official Website
https://shop.kyera.world/pages/my-story
Kyera’s Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/kyeraworld/
Kyera’s Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/KyeraWorld/
Kyera’s Music
https://linktr.ee/KyeraWorld
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Join me this week as I sit down with actor Lauren Foster-Lee. I loved this chat with Lauren, as she reminds me of myself when I first started out on this #somindboggling journey and needed to (1) adjust to new surroundings (2) adjust to new ways of being and (3) set out on an unknown path while also managing and planning for the "in-between." So many times when we hear about people living out their dreams, we don't hear about the changes/adjustments/uncomfortable learnings and living that preceded that dream coming to life. Lauren and I talk about how she is settling into her new life, what it's like moving from Durham, NC where her family is to New York City. She is super close to her mom and her artist family, yet she felt and acted on an urge to see what other opportunities awaited her in the unknown. And she teaches us - it's ok to move back home if you decide it's not for you!
Watch and listen to Lauren inspire us all to feel the fear and do it anyway. Anyone who has lived in New York City has a love/hate relationship with the island known as Manhattan. Lauren shares what she loves and what she can do without when it comes to the Big Apple.
00:00 - How we met and Lauren's move to New York City from Durham, NC
01:33 - Starting over as a beginner
07:27 - How Lauren thought she could never do New York City, but she's doing New York City!
10:55 - The 3 things Lauren loves about New York City
12:25 - The 3 things Lauren could do without when it comes to New York City
13:22 - Lauren's life back in Durham, NC
14:40 - What Lauren is up to now
16:30 - How Lauren feels about working behind-the-scenes vs acting on stage at this point in her career
19:58 - How Lauren ended up taking a class at the Atlantic Acting School
21:30 - What Lauren is looking forward to this Fall
23:17 - Living with family, then with friends in the city
24:50 - Lauren shares the #somindboggling things she's experienced thus far along her journey
The Links:
Lauren Foster-Lee Official Website
Lauren Foster-Lee on Instagram
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If you have lived long enough, you've experienced a hardship or two. As we get older, the realities of life rear its not-so-pretty head whether in the form of sickness and/or death, disappointments, heartbreak, injustice and/or atrocities on a larger level. Life be life’ing, as they say. So when there are moments of magic and glimmers of hope, we have to embrace them and inhale the fresh scent of newness like that of a newborn baby - figuratively and literally!
Meet this week’s guests… Ch-a Mosley, new mother at the age of 47, and her now 3-month old miracle baby, Naomi (Naomi was just 6 weeks old when this recording took place). Ch-a shares her journey to motherhood through a natural pregnancy that is not commonly heard of at her age - she experienced a miscarriage at 45, conceived naturally at 46, and gave birth at 47. Watch and listen in as she takes us along her #somindboggling journey, introduces us to her sweet baby Naomi and how she intends to keep the legacy of her father alive. Be wowed by our moment of synchronicity!
00:00 - 06:39 – New mother Ch-a and baby Naomi’s story 06:40 - 10:07 – Do children choose their parents? 10:08 - 12:39 – Naomi as a rainbow baby 12:40 - 14:18 – Ch-a adjusts to motherhood 14:19 - 37:23 – Ch-a’s dad, TC Mosley, and his influence and legacy (shout out to actor Stephen Hill) 37:24 - 41:04 – Ch-a’s postpartum life/plan 41:05 - 45:08 – Ch-a’s message to other moms, moms-to-be, aspiring moms 45:09 - 51:50 – Wrap-up
The Links:
Pregnancy over 40 on Tiktok
Pregnancy over Forty on Instagram
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In this episode, meet one of my long-time friends - of over 30 years! - loving mother and supportive friend Kimon and her sweet, smart-as-a-whip daughter, Kambry. With summer vacation coming to a close and the new school year beginning, moms are kicking it into high-gear. Listen in as Kimon shares how she balances encouraging Kambry's independence while also honoring her mama bear instincts, how she's been deemed the "cool mom" while also remaining the "no-nonsense mom," supporting Kambry's dreams and much more. Moms are some of the ultimate creators, so I love hearing how they shape and mold their little humans.
00:00 - 06:35 – Motherhood
06:36 - 08:17 – Failure into success
08:18 - 09:19 – Kimon’s entrepreneurial ventures
09:20 - 16:40 – Balancing being the “cool mom” with being the “respected mom”
16:41 - 22:56 – A mother and a daughter’s love
22:57 - 31:07 – Supporting a child’s interests, curiosities and dreams
31:08 - 37:23 – Mothers nurturing and taking care of themselves
37:24 - 38:28 – Wrap-up
The Links:
Kimon Jackson -- www.instagram.com/kimon_jackson
Black Girl Physicist -- www.instagram.com/blackgirlphysicist
Bota x Body -- www.instagram.com/bota_x_body
Ella Mai -- www.instagram.com/ellamai
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In the previous episode, I shared an update on the status of my insurance. On this episode, we have insurance specialist for artists who is also an actor, Jim Bracchitta, on the show to help us demystify the process of keeping ourselves insured while on our artistic paths. As the Associate Director of Health Services for the Entertainment Community Fund (formerly called The Actors Fund), Jim takes myself and listeners through the realities of being an artist while tending to one of the major components of living life in the in-between.
The Links:
Watch the full episode on YouTube
S5:E4 - Artist Update - Solo where I share about my latest challenge with insurance The Entertainment Fund (formerly called The Actors Fund) as a resource for health care understanding and support
Artists Health Insurance Resource Center
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Here's a life/artist update with Summer 2023 underway!
The Links:
Listen to Episode 1 of Season 4 to hear why Steph and I started "The Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron
The Entertainment Fund (formerly known as 'The Actors Fund') as a resource for health care understanding and support
Getting annual mammograms
Steven Pressfield's "The War of Art" on Resistance
Summer Solstice - a peak of expression, fullness, strength, abundance, fertility, creativity, warmth, receptivity, and activation.
A breakdown of The WGA/Writer's Strike
Morning Pages
15-min Free-write
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Kimberly Annece Henderson and Kadeem Alphanso Fyffe are former classmates and friends from Durham, NC who are now in the Big Apple pursuing their individual dreams while supporting and celebrating each other along the way. Kimberly is a historical curator and researcher who has contributed on The 1619 Project, and Kadeem is a fashion designer with extensive experience at numerous fashion labels including Michael Kors and Marc Jacobs.
In this episode, we hear how these two got their start and how their skills, experience, tenacity and vision led them to becoming first-time authors, supportive friends and co-pilots on the somindboggling journey to their dreams.
The Links:
Kimberly Annece Henderson on Instagram: @kimberlyannece & @emalineandthem
Kimberly's book: "Dear Yesteryear"
Kadeem Alphanso Fyffe on Instagram: @k_alphanso
Kadeem's book: "Threading the Needle: A Fashion Designer's Guide to Successfully Launching Your First Collection"
Click here to learn more about Kim and Kadeem's in-person event on Tue, June 20, 2023 in NYC
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Krystle N Adams is an actor, a writer, a wife and a mother, just to name a few of her many roles. Krystle and I first met in 2018 while performing as sisters in a play written by Joan Bigwood titled "Or Current Resident." Since then, we have worked on in-person and virtual readings, including "See No Color" written by Krystle, inspired by a true event. This compelling play has received both acclaim for its bravery and truth, as well as criticism for its bold and unapologetic storytelling. We’d love for you to join us for our virtual reading this Friday, April 28, 2023 - Register here. In this episode, we discuss Krystle’s thought-provoking play, her writing process and how she manages all the things by following her mother’s influence of having a strong work ethic.
The Links:
Krystle N. Adams website
Instagram: @krystlenadams
BlackBoard Plays reading series
Director Lori Kee
Brandi Varnell and Kate McConnell of Squeaky Bicycle Productions
Learn more about Krystle's short romantic comedy - Speak D'Amour
Check out Krystle's web series - Brooklyn Baby, Jersey Maybe
Suzan Lori Parks "Watch Me Work" at the Public Theatre
The Actor's Studio Playwright/Directors Unit (PDU)
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Hey y'all hey!
Today is my birthday, and I wanted to give you a little update on what's been going on. In this episode, I talk about my AM/daily routine, weekend plans leading up to my birthday and strengthening my self-love. Here's to another trip around the sun! #somindboggling
The Links:
Habit Share
Melissa Wood Health
Yasmine Cheyenne Meditations
EVOLVE by Erika - Kundalini Guide
Samantha Martins - Kundalini Guide
5-min Journal
Movement is Medicine
Morning Pages
15-min Free-write
Exhale Spa
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Andrea Coleman is a stand-up comedian, actor, writer and accomplished lawyer. She first appeared on the podcast in 2017 with Ekwa Msangi (Listen to Part I and Part 2) to speak about her lead role in the web series “All My Friends Are Married” by Mercedes Brazier-Thurman. Andrea shares how the pandemic changed her worldview and led her to reassess her intense workload, how her health struggles introduced her to alternative methods such as Reiki and Shamanism, and the premiere of "Her Brand of Humor" by Yuting Lei, which is a documentary portrait chronicling Andrea’s life and career.
— Creating Your Own Content: Plays, Web Series, Documentaries, and Shorts
— Balancing Relationships & Pursuit of Career
— Health & Finding Reiki
— Developing New Works
— Finding Your Inner Child
Episode Links:
Andrea has been featured in The New York Times, NPR, Forbes, Entertainment Weekly and more - check out Andrea Coleman’s Official Website
Andrea Coleman’s Instagram
Andrea Coleman’s Blog
Andrea Coleman tells the story of one of her greatest courtroom victories
Andrea Coleman’s new passion - Reiki Healing
Andrea and I met in a writing workshop with Ela Thier of the Independent Film School
Andrea and I performed in a short film together along with Lodric D. Collins and Uri Thier called “No More”
Andrea's Most Recent Plays, including "Run" Wack or Woke?
Andrea Coleman Judges the Law at The Tank on PBS Public Victories
Andrea Coleman produces live shows which will return in the New Year for public performances at Young Ethels at 6pm EST on the 2nd Sunday of every month (Including a performance by yours truly in February!)
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Ok, so in all transparency - this is Episode #8 because the scheduling was thrown off, and I did not have an episode ready in time to post for you. Soooo there was no Episode #8 at the time (there was no Episode #2 as well - but that's coming!). I'm learning and growing, and so appreciative of you riding this wave with me. I went ahead and used this slot to take a trip down the proverbial candy-striped lane to share with you my 1st radio play from Dec 2013(!) -- "The Tale of the Emergency Landing at Christmastime" with actors Julia Giolzetti, Brian Polk and myself. Special shout out to the writer and production team, Tyler Grimes, Liz Regan and Lisha Brown of the Distilled Theatre Company and DTC Radio.
I hope you are enjoying the Holidays as best you can, wherever you are. I know the holidays can bring up sadness, longing and discomfort for some, and for that, I am truly sorry. I wish this time of year felt magical for everyone. I hope you give yourselves the biggest, warmest hug. You never know what's right around the corner. Magic does exist.
Episode Links:
If you need support, please listen to S4:E9 - Holiday Healing with Therapist Megan Stocker Headley
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Stephanie Williams is BACK! Stephanie has returned to catch us up on where she is with her artist dates + morning pages, bringing Season 4 full-circle. She shares the transformative experience she had going to Cape Town, South Africa and updates us on her one woman show. I share my own artistic growth after seeing some Broadway shows as well. Join us as Season 4 comes to a close. Here's to a softer 2023 ahead.
— Stephanie's Artist Date to South Africa
— My Artist Dates on Broadway to see:
- Topdog Underdog by Suzan-Lori Parks, directed by Kenny Leon with Corey Hawkins (as Lincoln) and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II (as Booth) - on Broadway until Sunday, January 15, 2023
- Death of a Salesman by Arthur Miller, directed by Miranda Cromwell with Wendell Pierce (as Willy Loman), Sharon D Clarke (as Linda Loman), André De Shields (as Ben), Khris Davis (as Biff Loman) and McKinley Belcher III (as Happy Loman) - on Broadway until Sunday, January 15, 2023
- A Strange Loop by Michael R. Jackson, directed by Stephen Brackett, choreographed by Raja Feather Kelly with Jaquel Spivey (as Usher), L Morgan Lee (as Thought 1), James Jackson, Jr. (as Thought 2), John-Michael Lyles (as Thought 3), John-Andrew Morrison (as Thought 4), Jason Veasey (as Thought 5), Antwayn Hopper (as Thought 6) - on Broadway until Sunday, January 15, 2023
- The Piano Lesson by August Wilson, directed by LaTanya Richardson Jackson with Samuel L. Jackson (as Doaker Charles), John David Washington (as Boy Willie), Danielle Brooks (as Berneice), Trai Byers (as Avery), Ray Fisher (as Lymon), April Matthis (as Grace), Michael Potts (as Wining Boy), Nadia Daniel and Jurnee Elizabeth Swan (as Marthea) - on Broadway until Sunday, January 29, 2023
— Morning Pages & Motivation
— Deadlines & Creativity
— Soft Life vs. Hard Life + What We Can Learn From Both
Episode Links:
- Stephanie's personal website
- Follow Stephanie on Instagram
- Listen to Episode 1 of Season 4 to hear why Steph and I started "The Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron
- Nelson Mandela’s book, “Long Walk to Freedom” → We bought our copy from Black-Woman-Owned BookstoreBooks and Crannies in Martinsville, VA. FollowBooks and Crannies on Instagram
- Watch Nelson Mandela’s Biography
- Mara Brock Akil on writing
- Celtx writing program + app
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Kibi Anderson is an entrepreneur, mentor, speaker, visionary and now life coach. With an extensive background in strategy, business development, media, entertainment, tech, finance, and entrepreneurship, Kibi combined her learnings and founded "Life Editor" -- a coaching offering focused on helping artists, creatives, professionals, and executives reach their highest potential. With a goal to redefine intergenerational wealth for Black people and bring more balance to people's lives, Kibi is here to share her unique take on how we can kick off 2023 on the right foot.
— Kibi's Journey to Becoming a Life Editor
— Discipline, Consistency, and the Insatiability of Success
— Becoming Aligned with Your Purpose
— Sage and Saboteur Mindsets
— Balance vs. Harmony
— The Power of the Pause
— Meditation and Awareness
— Creating Balance in the New Year
Episode Links:
Kibi Anderson’s Official Website
Kibi Anderson’s Instagram
Life Editor Coaching with Kibi Anderson
Kibi Anderson spoke about renowned coach Shirzad Chamine’s book "Positive Intelligence"
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Darlene Hope is an accomplished multi-hyphenate actor in New York City who just wrapped a production with The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey. She starred in their production of "Florence and Mojo" by Alice Childress, who holds the esteemed title of being the first African American woman to win an Obie Award in 1955. With 30+ years experience in the entertainment industry (16 of those years in NYC), Darlene opens up about how she has kept her hope alive, her creativity full, and her spirit strong throughout her journey.
— Pursuing work in Theatre, Film, Voiceover, and Television
— Acting in work that celebrates Black women
— Darlene's journey from the Mickey Mouse Club in Florida to Full-Time Working Actress in New York City
— On-Camera Makeup & Hair Tips for Black Women
— Focusing on Young Artist Mentorship
— Transitioning from Theatre to TV/Film
— Life Lessons from 30+ Years as an Actor
— Being in the Industry For the Right Reasons
Episode Links:
Darlene Hope’s Instagram
Darlene's IMDb
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Megan Stocker Headley and I met while resident assistants (RA's) at the University of Virginia — my alma mater. I was struck by her beautiful groundedness and ability to be completely in the moment. She studied Biology and Psychology, with a minor in Art History. Since graduating, Megan has worked as an artist, writer, food/wine restauranteur, and now therapist. Helping others heal and find their way is where Megan dedicates her time, heart and empathy. A specialist in therapeutic techniques grounded in neuroscience, attachment theory, somatics, and mindfulness, Megan shares her thoughts on honoring and reconciling feelings and emotions during the Holiday season.
— What Therapy Does for Us
— Our Relationship to Our Emotions
— Acting Blocks & Repressed Memories
— Parents & Children: The Lifelong Impacts of Childhood
— Unpacking Emotions & Holiday Triggers
Episode Links:
Megan Stocker Headley’s Profile on Psychology Today
Megan Stocker Headley’s Blog where she finds magic in the mundane
Megan referenced Peter A Levine, PhD, Dr. Bessel van der Kolk and Dr. Dan Siegel
We send condolences to the families of Devin Chandler, Lavel Davis, Jr., and D'Sean Perry and the UVA football team as well as the university community
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Miriam is an actor, lifestyle creator, and writer who joins us for this episode of the podcast. She shares what it's like juggling an acting career and life as a content creator, all while working a 9-to-5 job. She also shares what it felt like to book her first recurring role as Ramona “Pidge” Contreras in "Orange is the New Black." Listen in as she gives us a real, unfiltered account of her journey and why it's important and okay to be true to you.
— Miriam's Journey w/Acting, Social Media, Writing and Corporate Employment
— Authenticity Online
— Balancing Acting, Content Creation, and Working 9-to-5
— Booking "Pidge" on "Orange Is the New Black"
— Agents & Headshots
— Miriam's Milestone Birthday Celebration
Episode Links:
PRODUCTIVE INFLUENCER DAY IN THE LIFE: Tips for Instagram Reels, How to Increase Focus & Manage Time
Yes, You Can Balance a Full-time Job with Acting - My Work Life Balance Tips for Actors
Miriam Morales' Instagram
Miriam Morales' YouTube Channel
The Miriam Morales' Blog
Miriam and Bettina give S3:E7 - Writer/Actor/Producer/Director Marchelle Thurman a shout-out
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We are right in the middle of Season 4, and we are introducing 'The Back Track.' Our host, Bettina, checks in with a solo episode and brings listeners up-to-speed on what you may have missed. Get ready for a quick rundown on Episodes 1-5. We’re talking about personal growth, finances, the foods we eat, mental health and feeling the fear and doing it anyway.
Episode Links:
Isaiah Michael Joyner was featured on Somindboggling Journeys in Episode 7 of Season 2. Check out his podcast "How to Juggle the Struggle: The Millennial's Guide to Thriving Not Surviving"
Dr. PoFix’s teachings – start at 47:32
Zakkiya mentioned taking an IgG4 Allergens (96) Food blood test (Episode 5 of Season 4) to see which foods (and spices) are "triggers" for discomfort and sensitivities. She recommends speaking to your physician directly, who can order the test for you.
Start at the beginning of this season - listen to Episode 1 of Season 4.
Please feel free to leave a review here, and also leave us a note on our Instagram and Facebook pages.
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We are right in the middle of Season 4, and we are introducing 'The Back Track.' Our host, Bettina, checks in with a solo episode and brings listeners up-to-speed on what you may have missed. Get ready for a quick rundown on Episodes 1-5. We’re talking about personal growth, finances, the foods we eat, mental health and feeling the fear and doing it anyway.
Episode Links:
Isaiah Michael Joyner was featured on Somindboggling Journeys in Episode 7 of Season 2. Check out his podcast "How to Juggle the Struggle: The Millennial's Guide to Thriving Not Surviving"
Dr. PoFix’s teachings – start at 47:32
Zakkiya mentioned taking an IgG4 Allergens (96) Food blood test (Episode 5 of Season 4) to see which foods (and spices) are "triggers" for discomfort and sensitivities. She recommends speaking to your physician directly, who can order the test for you.
Start at the beginning of this season - listen to Episode 1 of Season 4.
Please feel free to leave a review here, and also leave us a note on our Instagram and Facebook pages.
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Zakkiya Miller is a conscious wellness educator and the creator of 'Woke & Healthy.' Her platform is all about helping women and girls heal themselves through mindful choices, aligned behaviors and healthy eating. What began as a 21-day vegan challenge and a 4-hr intermittent fasting experiment turned into a spiritual and physical renewal for Zakkiya. As she gears up for a re-branding built on encouraging vulnerability, this mother of two beautiful girls has come on the podcast to share her story and how she hopes to continue to do so authentically.
— How food affects our emotional, physical, and creative wellbeing
— Intermittent fasting, vegan diets, and food allergies/intolerance
— Why we cling to the foods of our culture even when they're bad for us
— Common misconceptions about protein, dairy, and plant-based diets
— Healing trauma through food, faith, and intuition
— Alcohol and recreational marijuana
— Social media cleanses
— Abandonment issues
— Promiscuity as a trauma response
— Relationship red flags & healthy boundaries
Episode Links:
- Scotch Porter Interview
- Follow up Scotch Porter IG Live Interview
- Official Woke & Healthy Website – Sign up for the newsletter to stay up to date and buy wellness products!
- Zakkiya Miller's Instagram
- Zakkiya's Links
- Miyoko's Creamery: Nexty Award Winner for Plant-Based Cheese
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Merideth Hite Estevez is a professional oboist, life coach, podcast host, and guide on "The Artist’s Way." She leads both group and individual coaching sessions helping lead people back to their creative spirits. She created "Artists for Joy" as a space for creatives to reconnect with the joy that made them want to be an artist in the first place. As you heard in Season 4: Episode 3 (S4:E3), I have struggled to stay consistent with some (most!) aspects of "The Artist’s Way" — namely the morning pages and the artist dates. A bit of synchronicity led me to Merideth. In this episode, she shares why "The Artist’s Way is so important to her, why the "tortured artist" label doesn't have to be your reality, and how the creative life can be a sustainable one that is full of joy.
— How Meredith got started with "The Artist’s Way"
— Being a classical musician and former “tortured artist”
— Creating your own gigs and deadlines
— Fear, Procrastination, Creative Blocks, and Comfort Zones
— Shadow Artists
— Creative Rejection, Creative Impulse, and Creative Blocks
— Honoring motherhood
— Virtue traps with creative work
— Rest and Time vs. Energy
— Crazymakers
— Why we do morning pages and the secret behind artist dates
— Visualization exercise using the theme of "frustration"
Episode Links:
Artists for Joy Official Website
Artists for Joy Instagram
Resources from Meredith
"Finding Your Own North Star" by Martha Beck
Season 4 Episode 1 — The Start of My Artist’s Way Journey with Stephanie
Season 4 Episode 3 — How I’m Doing a Few Weeks Into The Artist's Way
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Today is Monday, October 17th also known as tax extension day, and if you're like me, finances are a source of anxiety. In my first solo episode of Season 4, I open up about the stress of it all. After all, the goal of this podcast is to dismantle the idea that you need to be perfect and have everything else in your life be perfect before you can create. I'm sharing the ups and downs of my own #somindboggling journey. Join me as I get vulnerable about finances, introduce you to a finance expert and his ideology, where I'm at in "The Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron, and why I want us all to see the perfect in the imperfect of our present moment.
— Finances, saving money and investing
— My progress (or lack thereof) with the morning pages & artist dates
— Failing my way to success with the podcast
Episode Links:
Po Folks Investment Guide by Dr. Lem PoFix
Monkey Cup Coffee
Listen to Episode 1 of Season 4 to learn about why I started "The Artist's Way"
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We are kicking off Season 4 of Somindboggling Journeys by starting a new exploration with all of you. I am embarking on a 12-week program called "The Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron with today's guest - actor Stephanie Williams. The course is all about giving yourself permission to nurture your creative spirit through morning pages, artist dates, and dedicated time for self-growth and self-discovery. Steph and I bond over our friendship over the years (we performed in a play together called "Bitter Apples" written by Arthur French III back in 2009! We get vulnerable about where we are currently feeling stuck on our artistic paths. If you are feeling the need for a creativity overhaul, grab a copy of “The Artist's Way” and follow along OR check in from episode-to-episode for updates and hopefully you will hear something that inspires you to start pursuing or re-discover your deepest desires.
— Performance anxiety
— Maintaining friendships through the years
— The People's Beach at Jacob Riis Park
— Where Steph & I are in our artistic paths
— Moving through the things that hold us back
— Morning pages & artist dates
— Therapy & The Boogeyman
— Building a habit
— Pushing through the hard days
— Goals for the end of the 12-week program
Episode Links: Stephanie's personal website
Follow Stephanie on Instagram
The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron
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We are kicking off Season 4 of Somindboggling Journeys by starting a new exploration with all of you. I am embarking on a 12-week program called "The Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron with today's guest - actor Stephanie Williams. The course is all about giving yourself permission to nurture your creative spirit through morning pages, artist dates, and dedicated time for self-growth and self-discovery. Steph and I bond over our friendship over the years (we performed in a play together called "Bitter Apples" written by Arthur French III back in 2009! We get vulnerable about where we are currently feeling stuck on our artistic paths. If you are feeling the need for a creativity overhaul, grab a copy of “The Artist's Way” and follow along OR check in from episode-to-episode for updates and hopefully you will hear something that inspires you to start pursuing or re-discover your deepest desires.
— Performance anxiety
— Maintaining friendships through the years
— The People's Beach at Jacob Riis Park
— Where Steph & I are in our artistic paths
— Moving through the things that hold us back
— Morning pages & artist dates
— Therapy & The Boogeyman
— Building a habit
— Pushing through the hard days
— Goals for the end of the 12-week program
Episode Links: Stephanie's personal website
Follow Stephanie on Instagram
The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron
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This episode features child actors Lyric Angel and Cameron Keitt and their dedicated and supportive moms, Angel Dixon (Lyric Angel's mom) and Daria (Cameron's mom). The child actors give a glimpse into what it's like for them to work on set, while the moms get candid about what it's been like to raise, support and nurture child actors. The moms touch on how the children started acting and working in the business. Lyric Angel and Cameron talk about their experience shooting a Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Commercial in 2020 (which is still THE commercial spot that's featured on the brand's YouTube homepage!) and what they loved about the shoot. Lyric Angel opens up about her music and shooting a short film, while Cameron walks us through his favorite moments from his time on SNL. We even learn what they each wanna be when they grow up.
— The actors watching themselves on the commercial
— Being professional child actors
— Teaching discipline
— Childhood work ethic
— Being a momager
— Getting started in the entertainment industry
— Managing being a mom and supporting their kids' careers
— Meeting your child where they are
— What Lyric Angel and Cameron like about being actors
Episode Links:
- Lyric Angel's Instagram
- Cameron Keitt's Instagram
- Because of Them We Can, a monthly Black History subscription box for kids
- Cameron's first appearance on the podcast, Season 3 Episode 2
- Cameron and Lyric's Nathan's Hot Dog Commercial
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Kia Barbee is a storyteller, creative producer, founder of “ScriptRead,” writer of TV pilot “French Mgmt,” author of the play “Roommates” which was just showcased in New York City, and a preschool teacher. Kia talks to us about being a writer, what her process is, why she created “ScriptRead,” and what she currently has in the works. A prolific writer in basically all of the genres — we're talking supernatural, sci-fi, dramas, satire, dramedy, thriller, psychological drama, and even romcoms — Kia can do it all. She's already written a TV pilot that was featured at the Austin Film Festival AMC TV pilot and been commissioned to write a play by Jeff Daniels’ theater company “Purple Rose.” With a new novel in the works, Kia has no plans of slowing down and always seeks to just move forward.
— Being a creative producer
— Writing a TV pilot
— Taking new directions in your writing
— The changing representation of Black women on TV
— Creating “ScriptRead” to create a resource for both writers and actors
— Working on a new play, TV pilot, and novel all at once
— Kia's writing process
— Anslem Richardson's advice to Kia
— Creating your own IP
— Being a preschool teacher and an artist
— Naked Angels in New York City
ScriptRead will be having a live reading focusing on young writers on July 18th, 2022 at 7pm! Sign up for their newsletter to stay up to date with all of their future readings and themes.
Episode Links:
Kia Barbee's Instagram
Kia Barbee's Twitter
Learn more about ScriptRead here
ScriptRead's Instagram
RSVP for ScriptRead Cycle 10
Follow Roommates on Instagram
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Justin Phillips and Laura Cornachio are two comedic actors who I met on the set of a Nathan's Hot Dog Commercial. They're both working actors, and we decided to sit down and have a roundtable talk all about acting. We talk about what it was like to film the commercial together, how we learned Andy Cohen was the name attachment, how a bee almost derailed the shoot, and what has come of our big booking. We even get very real about what it's like to try to get footage, trying to overcome imposter syndrome, learning to speak up for yourself, and what we think is the best hot dog. — Booking a commercial for a big brand — How attitude affects your audition — Battling hopelessness and imposter syndrome as an actor — Being put on hold — What it's like to work on set post-pandemic — The current state of self-tapes — How today's working actor has to be their own production company — Finding your story and trusting yourself — Acting Classes — Promoting yourself — Social media for actors Episode Links:
Justin's Instagram Lauren's Website Lauren's Instagram Lauren's TikTok
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Sam Valentine is the creator and founder of the One Broke Actress podcast and my co-producer here on Somindboggling Journeys. Having just wrapped her 9th season of One Broke Actress, launched a new podcast production company called Fast Forward Productions, and had a recurring role on Bosch: Legacy, Sam is a busy working actor/CEO/dog mom. She takes us through the inspiration behind One Broke Actress, what her schedule looks like, how she manages her time, and why transparency is so important to her brand.
— Creating One Broke Actress
— Being in your "Flow State"
— Finding Fast Forward Production with Ashli Pollard
— Batching content
— Sam's weekly schedule
— Managing 2 different companies alongside her acting career
— Creating a career that is sustainable
— Finding productivity in the morning
— Financial stability
— Why everyone needs to have "nothing" days
— Deconstructing the myth of the "big break"
— The cost of hustle culture
Episode Links:
- One Broke Actress Instagram
- One Broke Actress YouTube
- One Broke Actress TikTok
- One Broke Actress Podcast
- One Broke Actress Patreon
- One Broke Actress Website
- Follow Fast Forward Productions on Instagram
- Fast Forward Production Website
- Listen to Fast Forward Productions' mini-podcast series
- Check out Fast Forward Productions' Services
- We Should All Be Millionaires by Rachel Rodgers
- Dallas Travers
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Anastasia and I met on the set of NORK (2022), a new project about two friends chasing the American Dream with the goal of helping their community in Newark, New Jersey. This project is Anastasia's first lead role, and she was an absolute pro. A current student at NYU, Anastasia joined Somindboggling Journeys all the way from Madrid. She takes us through her love for Cheetah Girls 2 and Bridgerton, her thoughts on going to NYU for acting, and what she is manifesting for the next phase of her career.
— Choosing a stage name
— Being a university student during COVID
— Deciding to take a gap year
— Making time for travel and family
— Learning from different cultures
— Going to NYU + the pros/cons of an acting showcase
— Getting representation
— Her experience booking a lead role
— Why doing your own makeup is important (Shoutout to Stila + Fenty Beauty)
— How representation plays a factor in the roles we take
— Our favorite shows/streaming platforms
— Self-tape auditions
— Dreams and goals for life after graduation
Episode Links:
Anastasia's Instagram
Watch the NORK (2022) Official Trailer
NORK is inspired by Kayla Michèle and Chisa Egbelu aka the PeDuL team
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Marchelle Thurman is an actor, writer, producer, and director. A graduate from the NYU Tisch School of the Arts, Marchelle walks us through her journey as a multi-hyphenate. From balancing a full time corporate job while being a creative to being inspired by Issa Rae and Lena Dunham, Marchelle gets real about how the hustle never stops. Even as she juggles multiple projects, Marchelle is the type of person who brings 100% to everything that she does. It's one of the things that I'm constantly inspired by, and it's no surprise that her first feature film (that she co-wrote!) ended up as the winner of the Audience Choice Award Best Feature Drama at the Sedona International Film Festival this year. Tune in to hear about her temporary move from New York to Atlanta, from co-star to feature film lead, and how networking was at the heart of it all.
— Making her own work
— Landing a full time job
— Deciding to temporarily move to Atlanta from New York
— Becoming a writer, producer, and now director
— The difficulties of post-production
— How the pandemic affected her career
— The film festival circuit
— Reframing the audition as the win rather than the booking
— Finding an actor mentor in Lana Young
Episode Links: Marchelle's IG
Marchelle's website: Black White and the Greys Official
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Kenya (Robinson) is a multidisciplinary artist born, raised and currently based in Gainesville, Florida and a self-proclaimed mischief-maker. She is a performance artist, voiceover artist, writer, sculptor, painter and more who studied at the Los Angeles Technical College before going on to study at Yale University and Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture. She's had her art featured at a variety of museums and institutions including Deutsche Bank and the Smithsonian Museum, where one of her pieces is a part of their permanent collection. After creating and expounding upon her project, "White Man On a Pedestal (WMOAP)," Kenya joins the podcast just before heading off to London to work on what is sure to be an urban classic, "HOOD Tales!"
— The value of a woman's last name
— What inspires her art
— Recognizing universal through-lines in her exhibits
— Redefining what an artist is
— The current state of urban fiction
— How books mark time
— Affirming Blackness in a way that is not anti-Black
— Ghost writers
— The ups and downs of working with museums
— Curating an art show
Episode Links:
- Kenya's Website
- TOONSKIN by Kenya (Robinson)
- Follow Kenya on Instagram!
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Welcome to our first Interlude podcast episode. I wanted to take some time in between guests to reflect on all we have shared so far this season. From Cameron's time management and Gerard's work ethic, to Morgan taking control of her career and opportunities…we see that no journeys are one in the same. I also comment on the pursuit of this podcast and my own dreams, even though the world around us is constantly shifting and so emotionally challenging. In fact, with all the despair, I think our dreams are more important to hold onto now more than ever. So let me leave you with a little inspiration on this Memorial Day.
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Morgan Page is a singer/songwriter, actor and producer who just released her first single: Broken Open. We met in an acting class and her fearlessness was apparent from the very first time that I met her. She just took a major step in moving over to the West Coast, where she has begun producing her own music while continuing to build her acting career. Despite being a creative professional for years, Morgan shares why she feels like her journey is just beginning.
— Deciding to make the journey from New York City to Los Angeles
— The process of creating, producing, and releasing her first single
— Finding inspiration in others, especially Mickey Guyton
— Hustling over Partying
— Networking and building relationships in a new market
— Why marketing yourself is important
— Gaining exposure through social media platforms like TikTok
— Learning to accept our own unique journey in life, even when we are taken to places we never expected to be
Episode Links:
- Morgan's Instagram
- Morgan's YouTube
- Primescape Productions
- Check out her new single Broken Open!
- Music Producers Phillip C Lewis + Adonis Tsilimparis
- Danielle Pinnock (@bodycourage) on TikTok
- Check out Midwife Vision to support maternal and baby health
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Gerard Brown is best known for his work on Juice (1992), which launched the careers of Omar Epps, Jermaine Hopkins, Khalil Kain, and Tupac Shakur. He also wrote episodes on shows such as Spawn (1998) and Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child (1995). In this episode, Gerard shares his experience writing Juice and the "feast or famine" nature of the film industry. He also talks about the difference in writing for film and theatre, and what his favorite project to date is.
— Who Gerard is
— Gerard's writing process, and the unpredictability of success
— Writing under pressure
— Why writing on multiple projects at once doesn't work for him
— His experience teaching and doing workshops for his work
— Audition stories from Juice
— Two major scenes that were changed when adapting his Juice screenplay for the big screen
Episode Links:
Gerard Brown's IMDb page
Rumpelstiltskin on "Happily Ever After"
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Welcome back to Somindboggling Journeys! In this episode, we are joined by the busiest 9-year-old I know: Cameron Keitt. We met on the set of a hot dog commercial in 2020 when the industry slowly began to pick up production on projects after the height of devastation from COVID-19. Cameron immediately blew me away with his talent, professionalism and charm. Listen in as he talks about his favorite chapter books, his favorite actors, and what it's like balancing school and acting all while being a kid.
Show Notes:
Who Cameron Is + How We Met — How Cameron balances his workload — Cameron's favorite books — Cameron's dream role/network — Cameron's favorite actors — What he's currently working on
Episode Links:
Cameron's IG - @iamcameronkeitt
The Nathan's Hot Dog Commercial - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JJ1XBoiWzvs
Cameron's current show, The Skin Of Our Teeth by Thornton Wilder, at the Lincoln Center Theatre - https://www.lct.org/shows/skin-our-teeth/
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Bettina here, the host of Somindboggling Journeys! I am so excited for the third season of my podcast. Before I bring on new guests, I want to reintroduce myself, let you all know where I am in my own journey, and what I plan to bring you this season.
Somingboggling Journeys is B-A-C-K for Season 3! Get ready for exciting, interesting, and always somindboggling journeys in your podcast feed every Monday with me, Bettina Goolsby. Make sure you subscribe and follow us right here!
Isaiah Michael Joyner (@isaiahmichaelj) is the founder and owner of top concierge firm, Reserv Concierge. For the past 8+ years, Isaiah has been curating memorable experiences and providing high-level gifting for corporate clients. He has combined his expansive industry insight, fruitful relationships and warm humor and personality to share his nuggets of knowledge with the next crop of entrepreneurs and dream chasers through his podcast, "How to Juggle the Struggle: The Millenials' Guide to Thriving Not Surviving." @howtojugglethestruggle
Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby (@bettinagoolsby)
Producer: Bettina Goolsby
Sound: David Terrell
Intro & outro music: DJ Dilemma (@officialdilemma)
Photographer: Rex (@pharaohrex)
isaiah michael joyner (@isaiahmichaelj) is the founder and owner of top concierge firm, reserv concierge. for the past 8+ years, isaiah has been curating memorable experiences and providing high-level gifting for corporate clients. he has combined his expansive industry insight, fruitful relationships and warm humor and personality to share his nuggets of knowledge with the next crop of entrepreneurs and dream chasers through his podcast, "how to juggle the struggle: the millenials' guide to thriving not surviving." @howtojugglethestruggle
creator & host: bettina goolsby (@bettinagoolsby) producer: bettina goolsby sound: david terrell intro & outro music: dj dilemma (@officialdilemma) photographer: rex (@pharaohrex)
this is part 1 of my convo with actor/producer wunmi fowora. wunmi plays the role of 'ade' in somindboggling's upcoming short film 'hair braid miss.' she plays an African hair braider working on harlem's historic 125th st. in this episode we talk about what playing the role meant to wunmi, in addition to what other roles she comes across for African women. then we talk about the all important topic of health insurance for actors.
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This is part 1 of my convo with actor/producer Wunmi Fowora. Wunmi plays the role of 'Ade' in Somindboggling's upcoming short film "Hair Braid Miss." She plays an African hair braider working on Harlem's historic 125th St. in this episode we talk about what playing the role meant to Wunmi, in addition to what other roles she comes across for African women. Then we talk about the all important topic of health insurance for actors.
Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby (@bettinagoolsby)
Producers: Bettina Goolsby
Sound: Bettina Goolsby
Intro & outro music: DJ Dilemma (@officialdilemma)
Photographer: Rex (@pharaohrex)
We talk with Rotimi about how it felt booking and working on his first studio film, "The First Purge" and what this means for his career going forward.
Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby (@bettinagoolsby)
Producers: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne (@edrickbrowne)
Sound: Bettina Goolsby, Kinnard Chapman (@dj_administer)
Intro & outro music: DJ Dilemma (@officialdilemma)
Photographer: Rex (@pharaohrex)
we talk with rotimi about how it felt booking and working on his first studio film, "the first purge" and what this means for his career going forward.
creator & host: bettina goolsby (@bettinagoolsby) producers: bettina goolsby, edrick browne (@edrickbrowne) sound: bettina goolsby, kinnard chapman (@dj_administer) intro & outro music: dj dilemma (@officialdilemma) photographer: rex (@pharaohrex)
We talk with Sundi about her journey from college to internship to becoming a professional screenwriter.
Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby
Producers: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne
Sound: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne
Intro & outro music: DJ Dilemma
we talk with sundi about her journey from college to internship to becoming a professional screenwriter.
creator & host: bettina goolsby producers: bettina goolsby, edrick browne sound: bettina goolsby, edrick browne intro & outro music: dj dilemma
We talk with Rae about her sophomore album "The Ra[e]volution" and what the journey has been like so far traveling and seeing the world through music.
Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby
Producers: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne
Sound: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne
Original music: Rae Walker
Intro & outro music: DJ Dilemma
we talk with rae about her sophomore album "the ra[e]volution" and what's the journey been like so far traveling and seeing the world through music.
creator & host: bettina goolsby producers: bettina goolsby, edrick browne sound: bettina goolsby, edrick browne original music: rae walker intro & outro music: dj dilemma
We talk with Kerith about her short film "A Social Life" and finding the balance between creating art and making a living.
Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby
Producers: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne
Sound: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne
Music: DJ Dilemma
we talk with kerith about her short film "a social life" and finding the balance between creating art and making a living.
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We talk with Huriyyah about her hit web series "Keloid," the 3 things you need to make it in the film industry, and the organization she founded - The Black TV and Film Collective.
Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby
Producers: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne
Sound: Bettina Goolsby
Music: DJ Dilemma
we talk with huriyyah about her hit web series "keloid," the 3 things you need to make it in the film industry, and the organization she founded - the black tv and film collective.
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This is a clip of my interview with filmmaker Ekwa Msangi. Ekwa's latest project is a short film titled "Farewell Meu Amor." Read more about Ekwa at www.ekwapics.com.
listen in as i sit down with writer/director alfonso johnson and music artist meli sul. we talk about everything under the sun from films & music to zika & marijuana. craziness! but a good time was had by all. hope you enjoy, and we'll see you on tues, july 19th at ode to babel in prospect heights, brooklyn where we'll be checking out 3 of alfonso's short films & listening to beautiful tunes by meli sul. #reelBKLNnites special thanks to: dr. aisha langford & edrick browne
"somindboggling journeys" sits down with director ekwa msangi & actress andrea coleman to discuss what it really looks like to pursue your dreams while living & working in the city. part ii!
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Part II: "Somindboggling Journeys" sits down with director Ekwa Msangi & actress Andrea Coleman to discuss what it really looks like to pursue your dreams while living & working in New York City.
Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby
Producers: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne
Sound: Edrick Browne
Music: DJ Dilemma
Director Ekwa Msangi & actress Andrea Coleman talk with Somindboggling Journeys about their new web series "All My Friends Are Married." Check it out online beginning Wed 4/27 at www.allmyfriendsaremarried.tv.
Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby
Producers: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne
Sound: Edrick Browne
Music: DJ Dilemma
This is a clip of my interview with filmmaker Ekwa Msangi. Ekwa's latest project is a short film titled "Farewell Meu Amor." Read more about Ekwa at www.ekwapics.com.
director ekwa msangi & actress andrea coleman talk with somindboggling journeys about their new web series "all my friends are married." check it out online beginning wed 4/27 at www.allmyfriendsaremarried.tv.
creator & host: bettina goolsby producers: bettina goolsby, edrick browne sound: edrick browne music: dj dilemma
Los Angeles-based actor-producers Lodric Collins & Tami Jordan return to New York City for the premiere of their latest short film, "Forgiving Chris Brown."
Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby
Producer: Bettina Goolsby
Sound: Mike Hurst
Music: DJ Dilemma
los angeles-based actor-producers lodric collins & tami jordan return to new york city for the premiere of their latest short film, "forgiving chris brown."
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Writer/Director Ramazan Nanayev takes us along on his own personal road to his first feature film - "Roads to Olympia."
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Producer: Bettina Goolsby
Sound: Mike Hurst
Music: DJ Dilemma
writer-director ramazan nanayev takes us along on his own personal road to his first feature film - "roads to olympia."
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