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𝑼𝑯𝑴 interview with author B. Lynn Carter!

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Welcome, B. Lynn! We are so delighted to chat with you!     At what point in your life were you drawn to the world of writing?     My mother used to tell a tale of when I was very young. I had presented her with a story. She said she looked at it, but it made no sense. Not wanting to discourage me, she asked me to read it to her. I proceeded to read the coherent story that I’d written, from the bottom of the page to the top, from the right to the left. When my book won the 2023 … Continue reading 𝑼𝑯𝑴 interview with author B. Lynn Carter!

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𝑼𝑯𝑴 interview with entrepreneur, philanthropist, and TV personality Ms. Tiny Hailey!

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Welcome, Ms. Tiny Hailey! We are so grateful to be able to chat with you today! When you look back over the chapters of your life, what moment stands out as the catalyst that transformed your journey into purpose and set you on the path to the impactful work you’re doing today? A single moment didn’t just change my life — it cracked it open. And when I look back now, I can see exactly where the shift began: The catalyst wasn’t a triumph. It wasn’t a degree, a job, or a lucky break. It was the collision of a mother’s love, a daughter’s unraveling, and the … Continue reading 𝑼𝑯𝑴 interview with entrepreneur, philanthropist, and TV personality Ms. Tiny Hailey!

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𝑼𝑯𝑴 interview with author LaRonda Gardner Middlemiss!

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Welcome, LaRonda! We are so excited to chat with you! When was your love for writing born?  After having my son, my husband and I introduced him to books very early. Beginning with sensory books for the tiniest hands, providing input through touch, sound, and sight. And we saw how much he absolutely loved books! I think this is in no small part from how we performed the picture books for him, making story time as fun and engaging as possible. Through this experience, I became fascinated with children’s literature, especially picture books. While I do enjoy reading middle grade … Continue reading 𝑼𝑯𝑴 interview with author LaRonda Gardner Middlemiss!

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𝑼𝑯𝑴 interview with licensed oncology-trained esthetician and milady master educator, Sherry Nicholson, LE!

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Welcome, Sherry! We are so delighted to chat with you! What led you down the path of wanting to become a licensed oncology esthetician? Thank you so much! I’m truly honored to be doing this interview. The moment I walked into Esthetics School, I knew I had found my purpose. It wasn’t just about learning how to perform facials or recommend products. I felt this overwhelming desire to learn everything I possibly could so that one day I could turn around and teach it to someone else. Education has always been my calling. My journey into Oncology Esthetics became deeply … Continue reading 𝑼𝑯𝑴 interview with licensed oncology-trained esthetician and milady master educator, Sherry Nicholson, LE!

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𝑼𝑯𝑴 interview with actress, entrepreneur, and ordained minister Angelique Bates!

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Welcome, Angelique! We’re so excited to have you with us and to share your inspiring journey with our readers. The sketch comedy series All That has become a cultural staple, leaving a lasting impact across multiple generations. While you have endured very difficult and dark experiences, your iconic moments, comedic brilliance, and extraordinary talent remain undeniable. As an original cast member, how does it feel to have been part of such an influential show and a legacy that continues to resonate with audiences today? Despite any trauma, being part of All That is something I will always carry with pride because of what it represented … Continue reading 𝑼𝑯𝑴 interview with actress, entrepreneur, and ordained minister Angelique Bates!

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𝑼𝑯𝑴 interview with actress Latasha Pippen!

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Welcome, Latasha! We’re excited to have the opportunity to speak with you. Can you take us back to the moment you first discovered your love for acting and what initially drew you to the craft? It was 8 mile the movie because I love Eminem, so I became a paid extra! That experience showed me how real and electric being on set felt, and I knew I wanted to be part of that world. It sparked a curiosity that quickly turned into a passion I wanted to pursue seriously. Detroit has such a rich cultural and artistic history. How did … Continue reading 𝑼𝑯𝑴 interview with actress Latasha Pippen!

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𝑼𝑯𝑴 interview with actress and entrepreneur LaTangela Newsome!

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Welcome, LaTangela! We’re delighted to have the opportunity to speak with you today.You captured audiences portraying the iconic character “Maritza” on the beloved series Taina. Looking back, how did that early experience shape your passion for acting and influence the woman and creative you are today? I am definitely blessed to have had the opportunity to portray a character that is considered iconic in some spaces. “Maritza” was so much fun. Who doesn’t love a good villain? They get away with so much that we can’t get away with in real life. It was a privilege to be part of … Continue reading 𝑼𝑯𝑴 interview with actress and entrepreneur LaTangela Newsome!

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𝑼𝑯𝑴 interview with author and speaker, Qiana Moody!

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Welcome, Qiana! We’re thrilled to connect with you and learn more about your journey. Thank you so much for having me. It is truly an honor to share my story. My journey has not been perfect, but it has been purposeful. I believe every chapter of my life has helped shape the woman I am today. If anything I share can bring hope, healing, or encouragement to someone else, then it is all worth it. If you’re comfortable sharing, your journey is such a powerful testimony. Before arriving at the chapter you’re in now, what challenges did you face in … Continue reading 𝑼𝑯𝑴 interview with author and speaker, Qiana Moody!

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𝑼𝑯𝑴 interview with entrepreneur Logan Taylor!

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Welcome, Logan! It’s a pleasure to have you with us. How are you today? Hii, thank you so much for having me. I’m doing well. What inspired you to establish Glossy Cosmetics Co., and what motivated you to pursue this venture? I actually started Glossy in the 6th grade and I really wanted to start my own business. It’s crazy I was just sitting and scrolling on my phone, and then the thought dropped on me. I started doing research, and then I came across lip gloss and fell in love with it. Glossy really picked up my freshman year … Continue reading 𝑼𝑯𝑴 interview with entrepreneur Logan Taylor!

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𝑼𝑯𝑴 interview with Beauty Influencer, and Burn/DV Survivor Tonya Renee Meisenbach!

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Welcome, Tonya! It’s such a pleasure to have you with us. How are you today? Hi! I’m blessed and highly favored! Hope you’re doing well. Would you feel comfortable sharing your powerful story and testimony of survival following a domestic violence attack? Of course. I share it openly to warn others and to help them see the red flags that I didn’t. My story started in 2004 when I met my second husband immediately after getting divorced from my first. I wasn’t looking for a relationship, but I thought I’d found the perfect person. I went right back into a … Continue reading 𝑼𝑯𝑴 interview with Beauty Influencer, and Burn/DV Survivor Tonya Renee Meisenbach!