In the latest episode of "Real Chicks Rock! Presents Real Discussions: Real Chicks Rock!", A.K. Payne is a talented playwright, artist-theorist, and theatremaker from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She emerged victorious in the 20th annual Alliance/Kendeda National Graduate Playwriting Competition. In this episode, we delve into how critical it is to amplify the untold stories of black creatives and the significance of representation in the industry. I highly recommend listening to the episode to hear more about A.K.'s inspiring story.