Episodes

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, ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

***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...

In part 2 of my interview with Dr. Corey Hartman, a board-certified dermatologist practicing in Birmingham, Alabama, we discuss how derms address more than just skin issues. Derms can be seen for concerns about nails, hair, a...

In this episode, get ready for Part 1 of a two part episode with Dr. Corey Hartman. I used to babysit the now board certified dermatologist while he was a young boy living down the street from me in New …

This episode features an interview with Seattle-area's Daizha Brown, who has been donning natural hair for six years. To take care of her beautiful tresses, the 24-year-old created DaiByDai Hydrating Hair Buttercream, a handm...

This is Part 2 of Underground Magnolia's host Desiréia Valteau's millennial daughter (Simone) and friends decompressing "Insecure"-Season 4, the popular HBO series created by and starring Issa Rae. Simone (African American) ...

Underground Magnolia's host Desiréia Valteau's millennial daughter (Simone) and friends decompress "Insecure"-Season 4, the popular HBO series created by and starring Issa Rae. Simone (African American) along with Amanda (her...

Today’s episode is about "Gone With The Wind's" very quick return to HBO Max after a two-week removal and how they are putting it in context with companion content. June is Black Music Month - Happy Black Music Month! Celebra...

We’ve got a few things to talk about - HBO Max’s decision to remove the film "Gone With the Wind" temporarily and who may have prompted that decision. It’s also Pride Month and hear about the "Major!" documentary ( https://ww...

It's Juneteenth! Celebrating freedom from slavery! Music: "Jazz Addict’s Intro" by Cosimo Fogg (https://soundcloud.com/cosimo-fogg) Underground Magnolia website ( http://undergroundmagnolia.com/) Send questions/comments and r...

In this episode, a continuation of serving up content to help with these trying times such as documentaries you should watch: · "Before the West Coast: A Sports Civil Rights Story" (released 2016) - about the integrat...

This episode talks about the investigation into Gabrielle Union’s claims against "America's Got Talent" (AGT). Also, find out about the upcoming "Dark Girls 2" documentary, a follow-up to the 2011 "Dark Girls" film about non...

This special podcast (Monday, June 1, 2020) looks at the protests and unrest over the past week in the United States. The actions stem from the death of George Floyd, a black man who was killed by a white officer …

This episode uses Asian Pacific American Heritage Month to discuss Asians in American film and TV. A Review of Awkwafina's new Comedy Central scripted show, and in the segment Interview With A Celebrity, a recollection of me...

Discussion on mental health resources during COVID-19 such as apps and how to find a therapist. Race specific resources listed for Native Americans, Asian Americans, Latin Americans, and African Americans (see links below). A...

This is the first episode of the revamped podcast. This first edition gives COVID-19 resources for those in front of and behind the scenes in film and television. Resources for music professionals also included. Additionally,...