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Dec. 21, 2022

Unwrap Jazz Pianist Hey Rim's New Music for the Holidays

Jazz pianist, bandleader, and educator Hey Rim joins this episode of Underground Magnolia Podcast to talk about her new album "Groovitude," that's packing a punch on the jazz charts. Listen in as we discuss: Why the album's d...

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July 13, 2022

After Over a Decade Hiatus, T.S. Monk is Back with a Stirring Live Al…

This episode of Underground Magnolia Podcast shines the spotlight on jazz musician T.S. Monk, also the son of jazz legend Thelonious Monk. After a decade plus recording absence, he’s back with the live album “Two Continents,...

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June 3, 2022

Community Involvement Drives New York's WBLS Legend Doctor Bob Lee

On this episode of Underground Magnolia Podcast, Doctor Bob Lee discusses: His longstanding career at WBLS, one of the most influential radio stations in the nation and the Black community. Being the President, Founder & CEO ...

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April 5, 2022

Lorraine Lionheart Is One of the UK's Leading African Music Artists

This episode of Underground Magnolia Podcast features Lorraine Lionheart, a singer and songwriter heating up the global music scene. Hailing from Botswana in Southern Africa and based in the UK, she boasts a sound that fuses ...

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March 23, 2022

Leadership Expert Cynthia Hardy Advises on Boss Moves in Business

On this episode of Underground Magnolia Podcast, Cynthia Hardy discusses how to excel in business, especially for Black Women, Women, and People of Color, Cynthia is the CEO and Founder of the Atlanta-based Pivot Global Part...

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March 16, 2022

Legendary Melba Moore is 'So In Love' with Her New Music

On this episode of Underground Magnolia Podcast, Melba Moore discusses: New song, “So In Love,” from her upcoming "Imagine" album, which is slated for release in April 2022. New music on her daughter's independent record lab...

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Feb. 7, 2022

Navigate the Tough Real Estate Market with Greater Seattle Realtor Ca…

On this episode, real estate broker Caitlin Coakley breaks down the complicated real estate market that’s been hot for sellers but has put buyers in a tailspin. Based in the greater Seattle area, Caitlin is a third-generatio...

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Dec. 30, 2021

New Year Predictions & Insights with Modern Mystic Lani Moran from As…

This episode features astrological predictions and insights for the New Year with modern mystic Lani Moran, the founder of Astrocast, who is also a sought-after open format DJ and content creator. Astrocast Links : Instagram...

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Dec. 22, 2021

Women 40 and Over, LEARN how to live longer and HEALTHIER with Dr. La…

This episode is a wide-ranging conversation with Dr. LaReesa Ferdinand, a board-certified OB/GYN for close to twenty years and the founder and CEO of The Estrogen Doctor company (based in the Greater Orlando, Florida area). W...

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Oct. 29, 2021

Nephew Tommy Talks 'Ready To Love's' New Season & A New Venture

On this episode, Tommy Miles, the host of the popular OWN network show "Ready To Love," talks about the new season in D.C. , love connections on the show, dating tips, and how to make a marriage work. Nephew Tommy …

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Oct. 21, 2021

Stamping Out Stereotypes in South LA with Upcoming Web Series 'Black …

This episode highlights Rae Shaw , the director and screenwriter of the upcoming web series Black Kung Fu Chick . Set in South Los Angeles, the web series is about a young African American girl (played by up-and-coming actres...

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Oct. 13, 2021

Closing Out Latinx Heritage Month With Ella's Eve Cosmetics

This episode highlight's Ella's Eve Cosmetics, an e-commerce makeup brand founded by sisters Melissa Polanco and Lissa Martinez. Polanco and Martinez are proud Latinas repping their Dominican heritage in an industry that is o...

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July 22, 2021

Chasing DNA and Family Roots - Part Three with Dr. Tukufu Zuberi

This third part episode features Dr. Tukufu Zuberi, who served as host of PBS’ History Detectives from 2003-2011. The Professor of Sociology & Africana Studies at the University of Pennsylvania does a deep dive regarding the ...

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May 17, 2021

Chasing DNA and Family Roots - Part Two

" Chasing DNA and Family Roots Part 2," features Rene Worland, a family historian and archivist. In more than 20 years of research this small business entrepreneur, living with her husband in the Los Angeles area, traced her ...

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March 14, 2021

Chasing DNA and Family Roots - Part One

This latest episode - Chasing DNA and Family Roots (Part One) - will kickoff a series of shows regarding taking DNA tests and using other methods to find one’s family roots. The first guest in this series is Dena Chasten …

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March 4, 2021

My Nigerian Husband Reviews the Bollywood/Nollywood Film "Namaste Wah…

On this episode, my husband, Segun Abegunrin, is back reviewing "Namaste Wahala." (Last time, he reviewed "Bob Hearts Abishola,” which was well received. The sitcom airing on CBS, is set in Detroit and is about a white busine...

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Feb. 1, 2021

'Bob Hearts Abishola' Review from a Nigerian Perspective

Desiréia Valteau , the host, writer, and producer of Underground Magnolia Podcast, has a lively discussion with her husband regarding the television show " Bob Hearts Abishola " Born and raised in Nigeria, Segun Abegunrin ,...

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Dec. 11, 2020

Holiday Movies Abound With Diversity & Inclusion This Season

It’s holiday time! Christmastime! And you know what that means – movies, movies, movies! With the pandemic and more stay-at-home orders in place, many of us will be at home roasting chestnuts, with popcorn and hot chocolate, ...

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Nov. 11, 2020

Public Relations Boss La'Torria Lemon, The HollyShorts (Virtual) Film…

Today’s podcast features my special guest La’Torria Lemon, a young publicist with her own Houston-Atlanta based Lemon Lime Light public relations firm. She represents celebrities (Beyonce’s BeyGood Foundation), non-profits (U...

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Oct. 20, 2020

Singer Alyson Williams Chats About New Music, Phyllis Hyman Tribute &…

The latest episode features Alyson Williams discussing her illustrious recording career, upcoming projects, women rappers, and much more. In the late 80s, the Harlem singer became the first female R&B artist signed to the gro...

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Oct. 2, 2020

On The Frontlines In Los Angeles With A Pediatric Emergency Medicine …

The guest for this episode is Dr. Jeanine Hall, a board-certified pediatric emergency medicine doctor in Los Angeles, who discusses being on the frontlines during COVID-19. She received her undergraduate degree in biology fro...

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Sept. 19, 2020

Review of Black British Comedy/Drama 'I May Destroy You' & Celebrity …

On this podcast, "I May Destroy You" - a bold comedy/drama starring Black Brits by way of Ghana - is reviewed. The HBO Max series deals with the complex trauma of sexual consent, dating, and friendship. In the Celebrity Throw...

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Sept. 16, 2020

Make It Through The Pandemic & More With Dr. Alauna Curry, 'Trauma Ps…

Known as the "trauma psychiatrist," Houston based board-certified psychiatrist Dr. Alauna Curry will join me on today's podcast. With Covid-19 affecting African American and Hispanic communities more than other groups, Dr. Al...

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Aug. 31, 2020

Producer Cheryl L. Bedford's Women of Color Unite Has Answers for Hol…

***EXPLICIT LANGUAGE*** This podcast features Cheryl L. Bedford, whose name should be in the dictionary next to Hollywood Diversity and Inclusion. Bedford is a longtime outspoken Hollywood producer, who has always advocated f...

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