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BGN interviews the team behind the January release film 'If Not Now When?' starring Meagan Good, Tamara Bass and Lexi Underwood. Segment 1: Co-directors and stars Meagan Good and Tamara Bass chat about the film 'If Not Now, When? This marks the first time two Black women have co-directed a feature film that one of them wrote, and both of them produced and starred in.  Host: Ryanne Segment 2: Lexi Underwood plays Jillian in the film 'If Not Now When?'. She also can be currently seen in the popular Hulu series 'Little Fires Everywhere' and is starring in the Disney film 'Sneakerella'. Host: Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

Happy Holidays! In our first segment, we welcome Taylour Paige to discuss her latest film 'Ma Rainey's Black Bottom' currently streaming on Netflix. Host: Ryanne In our second segment, we welcome actors Emily Blunt and Jamie Dornan to discuss their film 'Wild Mountain Thyme'.  Host: Cat Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

We're back!  This time we are recapping episode 4 of HBO's hit sci-fi thriller 'Lovecraft Country'. In this episode we explore and breakdown the episode "A History of Violence". Hosted by: Angelica and Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

In this week's episode of the BGN podcast, we bring two fabulous segments.  Tristen Norman, the Head of Creative Insights for Getty Images and actor Damon J. Gillespie of the Netflix series 'Tiny Pretty Things'. Segment 1:  Tristen Norman operates as one-part visual anthropologist and two-parts data scientist – working across disciplines to understand what motivates visual selection, identify trends within visual language, and using this data to help shape the development of Getty’s creative content globally. She chats about the work culture at Getty and diversity in the photography industry. Host: Jamie Segment 2: Damon plays “Caleb,” a​ handsome dancer who uses his ready humor and undeniable talent, in order to mask his struggles with a profound loss — and a secret that could unravel the institution. Within the show, Damon shows off his exemplary dance skills, having grown up as a professional Hip-Hop dancer and trained in Ballroom, Jazz, and Tap, in addition to Ballet, since he was 3 years old. Host: R

In this episode, we interview Atlantic recording artist Bri Steves. A do-it-all rap artist who can easily alternate from steely and confrontational rhymes to sugary hooks, Bri Steves emerged in 2018 with a major-label deal via Atlantic and the release of her first tracks, including the T-Minus and Hitmaka collaboration "Jealousy." Host: Angelica Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

We're back!  This time we are recapping episode 3 of HBO's hit sci-fi thriller 'Lovecraft Country'. In this episode we explore and breakdown the episode "Holy Ghost". Hosted by: Angelica and Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

In this 2-part episode, BGN interviews actor Stephanie Levi-John from the Starz series 'The Spanish Princess' and the ladies of the FX series 'Fargo': Karen Aldridge, Anji White, and J. Nicole Brooks.  Segment 1: Stephanie Levi-John plays Lina de Cardonnes on 'The Spanish Princess'. The actor shares more about her character Lina's life outside of the Court and what it is like for her raising a family and how that causes struggles with Catherine as well. Host: Angelica Segment 2: Karen Aldridge, Anji White, and J. Nicole Brooks star in the FX series 'Fargo'.  The Chicago-based actors talk about getting their roles on the show, working with Chris Rock and so much more! Host: Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

In this 2-part episode, BGN interviews talent and literary agent Tiauna Jackson and Producer Lyn Sisson-Talbert for the film soundtrack to Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey. Tiauna Jackson owns The Jackson Agency. Ms. Jackson built her agency from the ground up within the entertainment industry’s most competitive market, Los Angeles. She made history by becoming the first Writer’s Guild of America franchise in Atlanta, Georgia and is believed to be the first known Black woman with 100 percent ownership of her agency to become a WGA franchise in Los Angeles. Host: Ryanne Lyn Sisson-Talbert is a producer for the soundtrack to the film Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey is a musical adventure and a visual spectacle for the ages – a wholly fresh and spirited family holiday event. From the imagination of her husband writer-director-producer David E. Talbert, the film features original songs by John Legend, Philip Lawrence, Davy Nathan, and "This Day" performed by Usher featuring Kiana Ledé, Jingle Jan

In this 2-part episode, we invite actor Saoirse Ronan and have a hot topic discussion about the 2020 election. Segment 1: Saoirse stars in the new film 'Ammonite' opposite Kate Winslet. In 1800s England, acclaimed but unrecognized fossil hunter Mary Anning (Kate Winslet) works alone on the rugged Southern coastline. When a wealthy visitor entrusts Mary with the care of his wife Charlotte Murchison (Saoirse Ronan), she cannot afford to turn his offer down. Proud and relentlessly passionate about her work, Mary initially clashes with her unwelcome guest, but despite the distance between their social class and personalities, an intense bond begins to develop, compelling the two women to determine the true nature of their relationship. Host: Cat Segment 2: The 2020 Presidential election is finally over. The BGN Podcast staff give their hot takes about this past election year as well as the controversy surrounding the results of ballot counts, missing concession speeches, and what to expect under a Biden/Har

BGN chats with Jarvis Houston, the U.S. spokesperson for 'I Love Black People'. I Love Black People was co-founded by Christopher Mapondera, a Zimbabwean, and Sinclair Skinner, an African-American. ILBP is a Black tech startup that uses technology to build a global network to protect Black people from racism & xenophobia, especially while traveling and in new environments. ILBP provides safe places for Black people across the world. ILBP is a leader in the creation of a cultural shift that empowers Black people with the tools to spend their dollars with and in communities and places where they will be safe. ILBP focuses on engaging and connecting the Black community as customers to Black-owned & Black friendly businesses. Host: Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

BGN Podcast hosts Ryanne and Angelica return to recap episode 2 of the hit HBO series 'Lovecraft Country'.  The two hosts breakdown the episode aptly titled "Whitey's on the Moon". Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

In this 3-part episode, BGN welcomes E’myri Crutchfield (Fargo), Crystal Nelson (Grand Army), and Alphonso Romero Jones II (Grand Army) to the podcast. Segment 1: E’myri Crutchfield stars in FX’s Emmy-winning anthology series Fargo. She is the breakout star, which also features Chris Rock and Jason Schwartzman.  E’myri portrays the narrator of the story, Ethelrida Smutny, a mixed-race teenager wise beyond her years, who is determined to improve her lot in life through education. Hosted by: Ryanne Segment 2: Crystal Nelson stars in the Netflix series Grand Army.  She plays seventeen-year-old ‘Tor’ who is a strong, confident, hilarious lesbian woman and an integral part of the basketball team. Though she comes from a well-off family, she continues to be grateful for what she has and stays grounded as she sees others around her struggling. Crystal is in real life a proud lesbian and member of the LGBTQ community. Born and raised in Maryland. Hosted by: Ryanne Segment 3: Alphonso Romero Jones II po

In a special episode dedicated to the Cinemax series 'Warrior' —  BGN interviews 3 cast members from the show broken up into 3 segments. Segment 1: Oliva Cheng plays Ah Toy in the series 'Warrior'. A bisexual Madame in charge of the Hop Wei's brothel. She takes an interest with Ah Sahm due to his connections with Mai Ling. Cheng has also appeared in 'Deadly Class' and was a former correspondent for 'Entertainment Tonight Canada'. Segment 2: Dianne Doan plays Mai Ling, the wife of Long Zii, head of the Long Zii Tong. She is actually Ah Sahm's sister, Xiaojing, who ran away from China to the US to escape from her abusive husband Sun Yang, who forced her to marry him to prevent him from killing her brother. As Long Zii's wife, she is the de facto second in command of the Long Zii gang. Doan is known for portraying Lonnie in the Disney Channel Original Movies 'Descendants' and 'Descendants 2' Segment 3: Andrew Koji plays Ah Sahm, a Chinese martial arts expert of partial European ancestry from his white American

The BGN Podcast this week features a 2-part episode featuring animators and authors. In our first segment, Cabblow Studios was founded by a mother and daughter in Johannesburg, South Africa. Dr. Tshepo P. Maaka (“Dr. T”) and her daughter, animator and creative director Kabelo “Cabblow” Maaka, work together to create short films, series, and medical animation where they simplify medical content through the charm of animation making it easier to understand, less intimidating, and easier to remember.  Host: Ryanne In our second segment, Nic Stone is the author of the New York Times bestseller and William C. Morris finalist Dear Martin and its companion novel Dear Justyce, which looks at the power of circumstance in decision-making, and seeks to stir compassion for a population of black children who have been deemed unworthy of it: the incarcerated.  Host: Jeandra Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

BGN interviews Comedy Central's Dulcé Sloan about her new podcast 'That Black Ass Show', Sloan talks to special guests to celebrate some of America’s iconic Black shows that have and continue to shape the world. From 90’s classics like the 'Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' and 'Martin' to modern shows like 'Insecure' and 'Atlanta', Sloan does a deep dive into the show’s origin, classic moments, and fun facts that everyone can enjoy.  Interviewer: Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

Better late than never!  Recap hosts Angelica and Ryanne return to recap the popular HBO sci-fi series 'Lovecraft Country'.  These breakdowns will not only include episode recaps, but also the history behind the books and the context within each of these stories.  If you're a fan of this series you don't want to miss these recaps! This recap features episode 1 "Sundown" Hosts: Angelica and Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

In this 2-part episode, BGN interviews comedian Calise Hawkins who released her first full length comedy album Calise is 40 AF. Calise has appeared on Oxygen, Disney, Adult Swim, Comedy Central, and MTV. Hosted by Jeandra. In our second segment, Ryanne takes a deep dive into the character of Shuri from the Marvel comics and cinematic universe.  Hosted by Ryanne. Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

BGN presents a 2-part episode featuring indie filmmaker Trey Haley and actor Bethany Antonia. Trey Haley is a director with 25+ film and television titles across multiple genres and is currently in season 2 of his hit crime drama 'The Family Business' premiered July 2 on BET+. Bethany Antonia is a scene-stealer as Margot Rivers in Netflix’s new thriller series 'Get Even' adapted from the popular book series “Don’t Get Mad” by Gretchen McNeil. Host: Ryanne Edited by: Jamie Broadnax Music by: Sammus

This 2-part episode features actors Tawny Newsome and Mya Harrison.  Tawny appears in the new CBS All Access series 'Star Trek: Lower Decks' which made its premiere this summer. Mya Harrison notably known for her stunning singer career, is also an actor, and chats about her return in season 2 of the Urban Movie Channel series '5th Ward'. Host: Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

BGN welcomes a 2-part episode featuring Emmy nominees. Tanya Barfield wrote Episode 3 of the Hulu series Mrs. America. Barfield is an acclaimed playwright and WGA Award winner also known for her writing on The Americans.  She has also written on Ray Donovan.  Amanda Jones received her first Emmy nomination this year for her score on Apple TV’s documentary series Home. This nomination gives her the unique distinction of being the first African American woman nominated in the score category. Host: Ryanne Edited by: Jamie Broadnax Music by: Sammus