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Same Camera, Different Eye

Same Camera, Different Eye

I had the sheer delight of talking with Shannon McCollum on Real Chicks Rock!™ Presents Real Discussions.

Shannon is a self-taught photographer who has mastered his craft as a professional tour photographer with over 30 years of experience. 

Something In The Way She Moves

Something In The Way She Moves

I had the pleasure of chatting it up on this episode with Melissa Meli-Mel Alexander, aka Phyllis Iller. 

It’s been great to see the growth of her photographic and videography journey.  And we enjoyed learning more about the projects she is working on, such as Around The Way Dreams and 360 Degrees of Blackness, just to name a few. Her work is inspired by her love of Black people and her desire to showcase their intimacy, beauty, and uniqueness.  It is simply outstanding! Check out the full episode, as it's sure to be informative.

All Through The Lens

All Through The Lens

I had the pleasure of speaking with Demetrius Williams and David Slocomb on the latest episode of Real Chicks Rock! Presents Real Discussions - The Podcast.

They are great people who have a passion for photography. But, interestingly enough, they had no intention of becoming a professional photographer; it just happened. Check out the full episode, as it's sure to be informative.

The Mad Thinker

The Mad Thinker

I had a wonderful conversation with Julius Spates, The Mad Thinker, on this episode.

Julius grew up with music and wanted to share it with everyone. So, at a young age, he had an idea to throw a party and get 500 people to attend. The party exceeded expectations, with over 600 people in attendance.

Women Winning

Women Winning

Our Topic: Breast Cancer Awareness ~ Women Winning.   That’s right, my guests, Sharon Stitt, and Cecelia Anderson, are winners.  They both realized they didn’t want to quit or give up because of being diagnosed with Cancer.

Teaching In Today's World

Teaching In Today's World

I chatted with some extraordinary women and men in the education industry.

As experienced professional educators, they are committed to educating our children by integrating new technologies online and in person. We've covered a lot of ground during this discussion, so check it out to understand how these educational professionals have maintained a positive attitude.

Lupus Don't Have Us

Lupus Don't Have Us

I had the pleasure of talking to Adrienne Allende, a special returning guest, a supporter of the brand, and a staunch advocate for her experience living with Lupus every day.

What is Lupus? Lupus is a chronic (long-term) disease that can cause inflammation and pain in any part of your body. It’s an autoimmune disease which means that your immune system —the body system that usually fights infections —attacks healthy tissue instead. (Source: https://www.lupus.org/resources/what-is-lupus)

Follow The Hat

Follow The Hat

The Man Is…

Loaded with talent. Artist. Musician. Song Writer. Host. MC. He is Hip Hop Culture and we’re glad to have him here in the A. We followed his journey from growing up in Philly to going to Clark Atlanta to Living in New York dancing on Def Comedy Jam to moving back to Atlanta.

Life Is Worth Living

Life Is Worth Living

Life Is Worth Living
Monifa is an excellent example of someone who steps out of her comfort zone, is adventurous, and knows who she is. These things and more have helped her have the life that she wants.

Jump Around

Jump Around

Jump Around!
Teaching people how to have fun and not be bored while jumping is what they love to do. Great instructions, encouragement, and a family vibe are what you get when you let Michelle, Sean, and Bernadette show you the ropes.

Dance An Artistic Expression

Dance An Artistic Expression

What can we say about T. Lang Dance?
T. Lang weaves beautiful stories through movement, music, lights, technology, costumes, and dance. You get emotional when you see one of her dance company's performances.

We Are Hip Hop

We Are Hip Hop

Looking For The Perfect Beat!

Bronx River Projects was our place.

Hip Hop was our sound.

In week’s episode of #RealChicksRockPresentsRealDiscussions, Mr. Biggs, Hip-Hop pioneer of The Soul Sonic Force, Bronx native, takes us back to where and how Hip Hop started and the energy on the block.

Dance, style, and art were our culture.

Keeping The Neighborhood Clean

Keeping The Neighborhood Clean

Cleanliness is…

Something that can be overlooked when people are busy and always on the go. However, when you take a moment and look around, you’ll see trash, garbage, and things that people no longer want.

"Cleaning up our neighborhoods is a noble thing, and to me, it's something that all leaders should do." Chad Livsey

On this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Chad Livsey about "Keep The Neighborhood Clean." ⠀

The Life of An Author

The Life of An Author

The Pen is Mighty…

These ladies had some things they wanted to share and thought enough of others to write books about it. My guests were Chante LaGon @chantesez and Melissa Fox @melissafoxauthor and The Topic: The Life of An Author.

This is the part of my post where I usually give you details about their books. But I wouldn't even know where to begin. The books covered so much information and thought-provoking concepts/ideas.

Farming: How We Grow And Glow

Farming: How We Grow And Glow

We Are Reconnecting…

To our roots and heritage as Black People by growing what we consume.
I had the pleasure of chatting it up with the beautiful, intelligent, and vibrant couple; Keisha Kee & Kenyatta Muenda, owners of K2K Farms in Georgia.

Beauty Is Her Name

Beauty Is Her Name

On today’s episode, I had an opportunity to talk with the incredibly talented Vera Moore.


Vera is the President & CEO of the highly competitive family-owned business Vera Moore Cosmetics; beauty products for Women of Color, Former Actress, Entrepreneur, Community Advocate, and Motivational Speaker.

We Love To Tickle The Keys

We Love To Tickle The Keys

On this episode of Real Chicks Rock! Presents Real Discussions, I had the pleasure to speak with John F. Adams (my cousin) and Tammy Harper (my son’s piano teacher).


They play the piano exceptionally well, have traveled, and have worked with incredible artists/groups with great stories to tell.

Empowering Our Single Moms

Empowering Our Single Moms

On this episode of Real Chicks Rock! Presents Real Discussions, I had the opportunity to chat with these amazing women Deitra Jones and Angelique M. Niare.

WOMEN & THE UNIVERSAL HIP HOP MUSEUM

WOMEN & THE UNIVERSAL HIP HOP MUSEUM

On this episode of Real Chicks Rock! Presents Real Discussions was about the preservation of Hip Hop and its taking place in The Bronx. The topic: Women and The Universal Hip Hop Museum. My guests ~ Renee Foster and Martha Diaz.

Ladies Who Sing Pt. 2

Ladies Who Sing Pt. 2

On this episode of Real Chicks Rock! Presents Real Discussions, I had the opportunity to chat with wonderful guests Tasha LaRae & Tee ‘Diviniti’ Smith.

When I tell you we laughed, learned, and lived..