Sista Brunch
By TruJuLo Productions
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Episodes: 139
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Whether you’re a seasoned professional in the film industry, an aspiring filmmaker, or a media enthusiast, Sista Brunch offers a rare glimpse into the professional lives of those who shape contemporary entertainment. It's an essential resource for understanding the role of an inclusive lens in crafting stories that resonate across audiences. Tune into Sista Brunch to hear the powerful voices of those leading the way in Hollywood and beyond. Learn from their experiences, get inspired by their stories, and gain insights into making your mark in the entertainment world.
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The Insider Language of Hollywood: Every Season 7 Guest Decodes Their Craft
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Jun 09, 2026 |
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What Hollywood Actually Pays: 14 Guests Tell the Truth About Money | Sista Brunch S7 Financials
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Jun 05, 2026 |
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Charlie T. Savage: Our Own Associate Producer’s Secret Feature Film Premiering at ABFF
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May 19, 2026 |
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Effie Brown: Project Greenlight, Real Producer Pay, and Why She’ll Never Stop Fighting
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May 12, 2026 |
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Diana Williams: From the DGA Training Program to Building the Future of IP
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May 05, 2026 |
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Ashlee Hypolite: Running Hollywood’s Pipeline From Free Training to Union Careers
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Apr 29, 2026 |
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Aaliyah Williams: From Her First Short at Sundance to Netflix’s Black Barbie
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Apr 21, 2026 |
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How Stories Actually Get Greenlit: Kamala Avila-Salmon on Studio Deals, Salary Transparency & Inclusive Development
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Apr 14, 2026 |
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Georgia Fort: Covering the Chauvin Trial, Fighting for Press Freedom & Building the Future of Journalism
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Apr 07, 2026 |
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Marie Douglas on Composing for Film, Freelance Music Careers, and Building a Sound That Blends Everything
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Mar 31, 2026 |
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Kai Bowe on Unscripted Power, Showrunning, and Building a Career That Can Actually Sustain You
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Mar 24, 2026 |
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April Reign on #OscarsSoWhite, Media Futures, and Building Equity That Actually Sticks
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Mar 10, 2026 |
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Rraine Hanson on Queer Jamaican Cinema & Experimental Film
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Mar 03, 2026 |
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Kelly Harris on Locations, Logistics, and Powering Hollywood From the Ground Up
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Feb 24, 2026 |
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Asha Chai-Chang on Financing Creativity, Accessibility, and Building Industry Power
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Feb 17, 2026 |
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Karen Horne on Power, Pay, and Mothering Hollywood From the Inside
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Feb 10, 2026 |
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Felicia D. Henderson on Longevity, Power & Directing Your Own Path
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Feb 03, 2026 |
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Praise Odigie Paige on Birdie, Sundance, and Making the Film You Want to See
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Jan 26, 2026 |
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Sheila Ducksworth on Making Soap Opera History | Sista Brunch Bonus Episode
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Jun 30, 2025 |
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Love, Identity & Self-Liberation: Kareema Bee x Ekwa Msangi | Sista Brunch + The HiveMind Unified Q&A
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Jun 19, 2025 |
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Ekwa Msangi on Farewell Amor, Filmmaking Grit & Legacy | Sista Brunch x HiveMind Unified
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Jun 19, 2025 |
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Let’s Talk Tech: Tools & Tips from Black Women in TV + Film | Sista Brunch Season 6 Bonus
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May 09, 2025 |
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Dream Bigger: Wisdom for the Next Generation | Sista Brunch Season 6 Compilation
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May 06, 2025 |
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Real Money Talk: How Black Women Thrive Financially in Film, TV & Media | Sista Brunch Podcast Bonus
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Apr 29, 2025 |
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How to Get Away with Murder Screenwriter/Producer Erika Green Swafford on Empowering Black Women in Film and TV
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Apr 22, 2025 |
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Netflix Sr. Physical Production Executive Noelle Green on Navigating the Industry From Reston, Virginia to the Most Successful Streaming Service
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Apr 15, 2025 |
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Lionsgate Head of Inclusive Content Tayanna Todd on Navigating Inclusive Content and Career Growth
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Apr 08, 2025 |
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Thriving in Hollywood with a Disability – A Journey of Resilience-Nandi Bowe-Assistant Director, Writer, Director
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Apr 01, 2025 |
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Meaganzworld Star and Black Girls Film Camp Director Marley Jones: Unveiling Young Talent and Improving Film & TV Criticism
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Mar 25, 2025 |
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From Theater Kid to Emmy Winner and Producer of High On The Hog: Shirlyn A. Cesar’s Journey in Film and Media
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Mar 18, 2025 |
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Peabody Award & Emmy Award-winning Editor Daysha Broadway From Compton to Hollywood and the Kardashians to Sundance
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Mar 11, 2025 |
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Grey’s Anatomy Actor Khalilah Joi: Her Inspiring Journey From Broadcast Aspirations to Acclaimed Actor
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Mar 04, 2025 |
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Black Latina Movement Founder Crystal Roman: Embracing Identity and Storytelling
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Feb 25, 2025 |
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UPM/Line Producer Canella Williams Larrabee Shares Tips for Success in the Industry
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Feb 18, 2025 |
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Film & TV Acquisitions Executive and Company Founder Loretta Edwards Wilson: Crafting the Future of Black Narratives
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Feb 11, 2025 |
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Netflix ’Act Your Age’ Creator and Director: Celebrating Black Women in Media
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Feb 04, 2025 |
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Protecting IP and Navigating the Entertainment Industry with Entertainment Attorney Jalene Mack
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Aug 27, 2024 |
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Essence Film Festival Special with Letitia Guillory & Crayton Robey | Sista Brunch Podcast
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Aug 18, 2024 |
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Jacqueline Luckett on Adapting ’Passing Love’ for the Screen | Live from Essence Film Festival
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Aug 12, 2024 |
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Sista Brunch Special: Celebrating Animation and HBCUs with Angela Davis & LaToya Turner
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Aug 12, 2024 |
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Sista Brunch at Essence: Tamika Lamison & The Power of ’Superman Doesn’t Steal’
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Aug 11, 2024 |
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Behind the Scenes of ’The Devil Ain’t Pius’ at Essence Festival | Sista Brunch Podcast
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Aug 11, 2024 |
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Bonus Episode: Yhá Mourhia Wright on Her Film ’Chocolate with Sprinkles’ at Essence Film Festival
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Aug 11, 2024 |
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Santana Coleman: Black Cinema & Impactful Filmmaking | Sista Brunch @ Essence Film Festival
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Aug 10, 2024 |
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Empowering Black Filmmakers: Tracey Baker Simmons at Essence Film Festival
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Aug 10, 2024 |
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Sista Brunch at Essence 2024: An Interview with Okema T. Moore
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Aug 10, 2024 |
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Meet Nkem DenChukwu: Filmmaker, Author, and Advocate for Children’s Stories - Sista Brunch Podcast at Essence Film Festival
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Aug 09, 2024 |
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Exclusive Interview with MeMe Kelly: ’One Night in LA’ at Essence Film Festival
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Aug 09, 2024 |
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Sista Brunch at Essence Film Festival: An Interview with Laurie J. Gardiner
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Aug 09, 2024 |
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Bonus Episode: Filmmaker Lande Yoosuf Joins Sista Brunch Live at Essence Film Festival!
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Aug 08, 2024 |
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Exploring Dr. Apples: An Interview with Lacye A. Brown at Essence Film Festival | Sista Brunch Podcast
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Aug 08, 2024 |
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Exclusive Interview with Jacqueline King Howell at Essence Festival | Sista Brunch Podcast
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Aug 08, 2024 |
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Sista Brunch LIVE at Essence Film Festival with Indeya Dynice
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Aug 07, 2024 |
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Celebrating ’Fiddy’ with Elaine Fluker & Syretta Bell at Essence Film Festival | Sista Brunch
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Aug 07, 2024 |
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C. Nathaniel Brown Discusses ’Remember Me’ Documentary on Sista Brunch Podcast
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Aug 07, 2024 |
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Celebrating Black Girls Film Camp at Essence Film Festival | Sista Brunch Podcast
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Aug 06, 2024 |
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Sista Brunch Live from Essence Film Festival: Interview with ’My Intelligence’ Writers
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Aug 06, 2024 |
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Essence Film Festival Exclusive: Behind ’The Perfect Hundred’
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Aug 05, 2024 |
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Empowering Storytelling at Essence Film Festival with Adetoro Makinde
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Aug 05, 2024 |
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Breaking Barriers: Zoe Marshall on Diversity and Leadership in Film with Precious Foreman Black Girls Film Camp
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Jul 04, 2024 |
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Empowering Tomorrow’s Visionaries: Lanaa Dantzler and Sista Brunch Spotlights Black Girls Film Camp Alumni and Industry Change-makers
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Jul 04, 2024 |
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Shaping the Future of TV: Sista Brunch joins Avery Kelley and Peabody Winner Salena Rochester on the Power of Unscripted Content
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Jul 04, 2024 |
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Empowering Young Filmmakers: Addison Belhomme asks Katrina Ogilvie’s About Her Journey from Film to TV
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Jul 04, 2024 |
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Empowering the Next Generation: Sista Brunch Bonus Episode with Jaida Cox and Karen Peterkin
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Jul 04, 2024 |
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Shaping the Future of Film: Sista Brunch Talks Editing and Directing with Terryn Pinder and Chassidy Jade
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Jul 04, 2024 |
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A Glimpse into the Future: Sista Brunch S5 Finale with Ciera Thompson and Co-Host Sanaa Wilkins
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May 07, 2024 |
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Rising Through Adversity: Natalie Jasmine Harris - A Journey to Sundance
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Apr 30, 2024 |
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Shaping Digital Futures: Reginé Gilbert on Inclusive Tech
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Apr 23, 2024 |
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Asia Nichols: A Creative Odyssey – From Backpacks to Screenplays
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Apr 16, 2024 |
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Hurriyah Muhammad: The Art of Producing Impactful Black Cinema
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Apr 09, 2024 |
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Embracing Identity with Filmmaker Seyi Adebanjo | Sista Brunch
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Apr 03, 2024 |
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Valerie Udeozor Unveiled: Nursing & Filmmaking | Sista Brunch S5
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Mar 26, 2024 |
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Breaking Molds with LaChelle Chrysanne: A Creative Force | Sista Brunch
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Mar 19, 2024 |
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Navigating Hollywood: Grace Jordan’s Journey from PA to AD | Sista Brunch
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Mar 12, 2024 |
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The Art and Politics of Storytelling: Heidi Williamson on Sista Brunch
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Mar 05, 2024 |
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Film as a Catalyst for Change with Jessica Johnson and Sasheen Artis | Sista Brunch S5
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Feb 27, 2024 |
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Imagining Reality: Yhá Mourhia Wright on Artistry, Influence, and Impact
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Feb 20, 2024 |
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Crafting Change: Martine Joelle McDonald on Queer Advocacy, Youth Media, and Artful Living
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Feb 13, 2024 |
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Black & Muslim Girls and Women in Media with Nia Malika Dixon and Co-Host Avery Kelley from Black Girls Film Camp
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Feb 06, 2024 |
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Actress Isis King
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Sep 25, 2023 |
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Actor/Director Nicki Micheaux - S4E19
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Sep 18, 2023 |
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Producer/Director Oluwatoyin Giwa & Writer/Actor Tiffany Campbell - S4E18
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Sep 11, 2023 |
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Filmmakers Eunice Levis and Briana Cole - S4E17
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Sep 05, 2023 |
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Essence Film Festival Director - Lamonia Brown S4E16
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Aug 28, 2023 |
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Black Girls Film Camp - S4E15
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Aug 22, 2023 |
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Entrepreneur Director Producer D’Angela Proctor – S4E14
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Aug 15, 2023 |
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Directors Guild of America’s – Lila Mayes
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Aug 07, 2023 |
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Advice to Our Younger Selves: Season 4 Finale – S4E14
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Apr 18, 2023 |
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The Apollo Theater’s Executive Producer Kamilah Forbes - S4E13
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Apr 10, 2023 |
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Entertainment Attorney Nyanza Shaw
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Apr 04, 2023 |
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The TRiiBE Co-founder Tiffany Walden
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Mar 27, 2023 |
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Spectrum News Anchor & Multimedia Journalist - Tanya McRae - S4E10
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Mar 20, 2023 |
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Tech & NFT Expert and VC Sian Morson - S4E9
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Mar 13, 2023 |
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Ginny & Georgia, Blackish, Prom Pact Award-winning Director Anya Adams - S4E8
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Mar 07, 2023 |
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Ad Agency Founder & CEO of Native Communications Marissa Nance
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Feb 27, 2023 |
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UPM/Founder/Activist Maegan Philmore - S4E6
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Feb 20, 2023 |
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Casting Director/Producer/Director Tracy ”Twinkie” Byrd
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Feb 13, 2023 |
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Composer/Musician Tamar-kali: “A Closed Mouth Don’t Get Fed”
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Feb 06, 2023 |
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KweliTV Founder DeShuna Spencer: How She Built This
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Jan 30, 2023 |
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YouTube Star Hallease: Documenting Life and Building Community
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Jan 23, 2023 |
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Journalist/Critic/Author Tre’vell Anderson - Claiming Space
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Jan 16, 2023 |
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Animation Studio Founder Taylor K. Shaw: Creating a Space For Black Women Animators
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Apr 05, 2022 |
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Lit Agent LGBTQ Advocate Davina Hefflin: Uplifting Diverse Voices
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Mar 29, 2022 |
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SAG Indie Founder Darrien Michele Gipson: Advocating for Independent Filmmakers
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Mar 22, 2022 |
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Screenwriter Rae Benjamin: Demystifying the Entertainment Industry
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Mar 15, 2022 |
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The Executive Chair Author Kelly Edwards: Changing Course
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Mar 08, 2022 |
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Actor/Activist Diana Elizabeth Jordan: Create Your Own Opportunities
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Mar 01, 2022 |
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Set Photographer Anne Marie Fox: Capturing Hollywood
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Feb 22, 2022 |
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UPM/Producer Heidi McGowen: Know Your Worth
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Feb 15, 2022 |
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WOCU Founder Cheryl Bedford: Holding Hollywood’s Feet to the Fire
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Feb 08, 2022 |
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Cinematographer Michelle Crenshaw: Letting the Work Speak for Itself
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Feb 01, 2022 |
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Assistant to the Showrunner Kamari Somers: Turning Preparation Into Opportunity
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Jan 25, 2022 |
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Actor Alex Newell: There’s Only One of You
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Jan 18, 2022 |
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Best of Sista Brunch - Part 2
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Dec 28, 2021 |
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Best of Sista Brunch, Part 1
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Dec 21, 2021 |
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Propmaster Reese St. Amant: Reinventing Yourself with Joy
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Jun 29, 2021 |
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Director Winter Dunn: Figuring it Out as You Go Along
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Jun 15, 2021 |
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Global DEI at Amazon Latasha Gillespie and Bad Robot’s Miki Woodard: Taking Risks, Playing to Win
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Jun 08, 2021 |
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Editor Dominique Ulloa: Moving Up by Helping Out
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Jun 01, 2021 |
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Hairstylist Camille Friend: Black Hair Is Always in Style
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May 26, 2021 |
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Data Analyst & Producer Stephanie Odiase & Kady Kamakaté: Caring for Black Women
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May 18, 2021 |
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PR Expert & Director Christena Pyle & Winter Dunn: Black Women Represent
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Apr 06, 2021 |
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Development Executive Susan Lewis: Leading With Your Heart
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Mar 30, 2021 |
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Director Hanelle Culpepper: On Directing With Excellence
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Mar 23, 2021 |
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Disability Rights Activist Tatiana Lee: Disability, Visibility, and Diversity
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Mar 16, 2021 |
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TIME’S UP X SISTA BRUNCH Limited Series - La Faye Baker and Shawn Pipkin: Protecting Women Behind the Scenes
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Mar 09, 2021 |
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Intimacy Coordinator Ann James: Making Intimacy Intersectional
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Mar 02, 2021 |
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TIME’S UP x SISTA BRUNCH Limited series - Monifa Bandele: Changing the Conversation
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Feb 22, 2021 |
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UPM/Director Shawn Pipkin: ”It’s okay to not know everything.”
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Feb 18, 2021 |
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TV, Film Professor/Producer Redelia Shaw: ”Always be of service.”
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Jul 28, 2020 |
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Felischa Marye: “Just ’cause you go out on your dream, doesn’t mean it’s a straight shot to the top!”
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Jul 14, 2020 |
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Screenwriter/Producer Felicia Pride: “I had to realize that I have a gift.”
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Jul 07, 2020 |
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Executive/Activist Elon Washington: ”We Deserve Joy.”
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Jun 23, 2020 |
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Director/Producer Bola Ogun: ” I had to make a declaration that I was going to be a filmmaker.”
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Jun 02, 2020 |
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1st AC Jenise Whitehead, ”I’m unapologetic about who I am.”
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Apr 21, 2020 |
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Producer Kady Kamakaté ”Got Emotional Intelligence?”
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Apr 14, 2020 |
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Talent Development Executive Kelly Edwards - ”Networking is everything!”
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Apr 10, 2020 |
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Screenwriter Malarie Howard ”Always trust your voice, even if other people don’t get it.”
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Apr 03, 2020 |
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Episode One: Welcome to Sista Brunch!
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Apr 03, 2020 |