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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 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 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 Licensed Cosmetologist, Marie Williams!

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Welcome, Marie, and how are you? Hi! I’m doing great, thank you. I’m excited to be here and share my journey with everyone. What is it that fascinated you about the world of cosmetology and led you to want to become a licensed cosmetologist?  Growing up biracial, my hair was something many people didn’t quite know what to do with. My mom would take me to different salons, and women in my neighborhood would style my hair in a variety of ways—sometimes relaxed, sometimes braided. I remember sitting for hours as a kid, waiting for my hair to be done, … Continue reading 𝑼𝑯𝑴 interview with Licensed Cosmetologist, Marie Williams!

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𝑼𝑯𝑴 interview with entrepreneur, Chiquita!

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Welcome, Chiquita, and how are you doing? I’m doing great, thank you! Some people are just born to create, as it is embedded in their DNA. At what point in your life did you realize you were creative?  I would have to say in college at Virginia State University. Hail State! 💙🧡 When I decided to switch my major to Family and Consumer Sciences with a concentration in Textiles, Apparel, and Merchandising Management, that’s when it really clicked. We were sewing, doing fashion shows, and preparing full presentations, and I realized creativity was truly embedded in my DNA. Even after … Continue reading 𝑼𝑯𝑴 interview with entrepreneur, Chiquita!

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𝑼𝑯𝑴 interview with actress, Jennifer Sears!

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First, before we dive into all the amazing things that you’re doing, I read that you are a March baby and an ’80s baby. So am I! We are the same age!!! Yassss!!! I love that for us!!! Where are you from, and what was life like for you growing up in the 80s/90s era? Growing up in Paterson, NJ, and later Dublin, GA, I was a very artistic child. My playtime consisted of drawing, writing poetry and stories, and performing a scene or a dance for a willing audience, usually my mother, who has always been my biggest supporter … Continue reading 𝑼𝑯𝑴 interview with actress, Jennifer Sears!

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𝑼𝑯𝑴 Interview with Travel Advisor, Angela Marshall!

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Welcome, Angela, and how are you doing? I’m blessed and grateful, thank you! Let’s talk about your business, Flyawaywithmi Travel Agency! When did your love for traveling develop, and what is the inspiration behind why you started this particular business? I’ve loved traveling since I was a kid. My family would take trips to Florida and other states, and those early experiences planted a seed in me. But my true love for international travel began when I visited The Bahamas and Jamaica for the first time. I saw people who looked like me but lived with different customs and cultures. … Continue reading 𝑼𝑯𝑴 Interview with Travel Advisor, Angela Marshall!