Black Information Network Interviews

This week on the Black Perspective, Tyrik Wynn interviews Grammy Award-winning artist Dawn Lewis to explore her journey as a singer, composer, producer, actress, and activist. Andrea Coleman recaps key insights from the Obama Foundation Forum in Chicago. Doug Davis examines World AIDS Day and its impact on the Black community. Alexandria Ikomoni introduces UK rapper-turned-singer LaLa and her late...

BIN News Anchor Tyrik Wynn sat down for a one-on-one interview with Dawnn Lewis, best known for her role as Jaleesa Vinson-Taylor on the iconic series A Different World . Lewis is a GRAMMY, multiple BMI, and NAACP Image Award-winning singer, composer, producer, actress, and activist. She currently stars as Captain Carol Freeman on the hit series Star Trek: Lower Decks and lends her voice to charac...

BIN’s Tyrik Wynn recently sat down with the incredibly talented actors Tristan Mack Wilds and Candace Maxwell, stars of The Day Before Christmas , a heartwarming holiday movie that debuted on BET+ over Thanksgiving. In the interview, they share the magic behind the film, their favorite holiday traditions, and what it means to bring a fresh and festive story to life. Listen now! 

This week on the Black Perspective, Bri Wood speaks with Tiffany Brown about her organization, Developing Despite Distance, and its mission to support children with incarcerated parents. Vanessa Tyler highlights the importance of shopping Black this Black Friday. Gracie Award winner Esther Dillard interviews Stephanie Brown about her inspiring new book, Sipping Sense . Mimi Brown previews the upco...

This week on the Black Perspective, Morgyn Wood continues her conversation with Siedah Garrett-Guess, Founder and CEO of Transformation Wealth Group, diving deeper into financial literacy. Mimi Brown talks with Clifford W. Knights II and Steve Vixamar, the founders of HealthyMD. Doug Davis sits down with actor Malik Yoba and Mathew Coleman to discuss their new podcast aimed at teaching everyday Bl...

This week on the Black Perspective, Morgyn Wood sits down with Siedah Garrett-Guess, Founder and CEO of Transformation Wealth Group, to discuss the importance of financial literacy. BIN’s Andrea Coleman interviews Illinois State Attorney Kim Foxx, while Esther Dillard sheds light on dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. Doug Davis talks with the CEO of the Black Professionals Network about their highl...

This week on the Black Perspective, we bring you comprehensive commentary on the 2024 election results with insights from Ramses Ja, Roland Martin, Mo Kelly, and James T. Harris. Alexandria Ikomoni sits down with award-winning artist and mental health advocate Edi Callier, who shares his journey in music and advocacy. The Black Information Network's Esther Dillard provides timely health tips from...

BIN News Anchor Tyrik Wynn interviews former U.S. Senator Kelly Loeffler, who was appointed to her seat by Georgia Governor Brian Kemp. Loeffler shares her thoughts on why Donald Trump exemplifies the American Dream and hints at whether another Senate run might be in her future. Listen now! 

Newly re-elected Congressman Hank Johnson of Georgia’s 4th District shares his insights on the 2024 election landscape. Johnson discusses the impact of Georgia’s votes and what it could mean for the state’s political future. Listen now! 

BIN News Anchor Tyrik Wynn catches up with actress Lynn Whitfield at a Georgia campaign event for Kamala Harris. Whitfield shares the top three policies that resonate with her and explains why it’s crucial for African Americans to turn out for Harris. She also offers a glimpse into some exciting new projects she’s working on. Listen now!

BIN News Anchor Tyrik Wynn speaks with Janiyah Thomas, Black Media Director for Donald J. Trump for President, to discuss her support for Trump’s candidacy. Thomas shares why she believes Trump is the ideal choice for the presidency and explains why she questions Vice President Kamala Harris's competency as a potential future leader. Listen now!

In an exclusive interview, BIN News Anchor Tyrik Wynn sits down with Congresswoman Nikema Williams, representative of Georgia’s 5th District. Williams shares why she believes her constituents should return her to Congress, why she views Vice President Kamala Harris as the ideal next President of the United States, and offers a personal account of her experience inside the Capitol on January 6th, d...

This week on the Black Perspective, Morgyn Wood hosts a robust discussion on women’s and LGBTQ rights with Kelley Robinson, President of the Human Rights Campaign; Alexis McGill Johnson, President and CEO of Planned Parenthood Federation of America; and Jessica Mackler, President of EMILY’s List, in light of the 2024 election. In part two of her interview with Travis Mitchell of Maryland Public Te...

This week on the Black Perspective, BIN News Anchor Amber Payton sits down with stars Debbi Morgan and Richard Lawson. Andrea Coleman explores the challenges of infertility for Black couples with Dr. Desiree McCarthy-Keith. Morgyn Wood begins a two-part series with Travis Mitchell, reflecting on the 1990 Morgan State University student protest and the importance of sharing HBCU stories. Esther Dil...

This week on the Black Perspective: Bri Wood speaks with Marc Morial, President/CEO of the National Urban League, on the fight for equality and opportunity. Mimi Brown dives into entrepreneurship with Joi Brown, CEO of Culture Creators, exploring how to build and sustain businesses in Black communities. Vanessa Tyler discusses affordable housing with Jenifer Butler, VP of Government & Communit...

This week on the Black Perspective: Andrea Coleman speaks with Marc Morial about the passing of a New Orleans and Civil Rights legend, reflecting on their legacy and contributions. Vanessa Tyler talks basketball with some Pioneer Legends of the Court, exploring their impact on the game and history. Morgyn Wood interviews political strategist Nina Smith on the latest in politics and voter engagemen...

In a BIN exclusive interview, Quentin Fulks, Principal Deputy Campaign Manager for the Kamala Harris 2024 Presidential campaign, joins BIN Anchor Doug Davis to discuss the newly released Opportunity Agenda for Black Men. Listen now! 

Early voting is now underway in Georgia. BIN news anchor Tyrik Wynn sat down for an exclusive one-on-one interview with Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger at the Georgia State Capitol. In the interview, Raffensperger discusses early voting in the state, the controversial phone call with Donald Trump regarding overturning the 2020 election, new voting regulations approved by the Georgia...

This week on the Black Perspective, Teri McCready speaks with the creators of the upcoming National Black Arts Festival, kicking off October 19th in Atlanta. Amber Payton dives into Homecoming Season with the Head of Marketing & Branding at BLK. Vanessa Tyler discusses Election Season with Lani Phillips, CEO of Full Leadership Group, and Tyrik Wynn explores fashion and sport with Miguel and Ch...

In an interview with Doug Davis and Esther Dillard, Ron Busby Sr., CEO and President of the U.S. Black Chambers of Commerce, discussed the significance of the nation's only Black business certification. This certification, along with the U.S. Black Chamber’s "Buy Black" directory, helps Black-owned businesses stand out by verifying they are 51% Black-owned, making it easier for consumers and corpo...

In a recent interview, Terrance Woodbury, co-founder and president of Hit Strategies, emphasized that polls may not predict election outcomes but can highlight trends in voter sentiment. He noted that despite the volatility of polls, Vice President Harris has been improving her favorability and consolidating undecided voters, especially among multiracial groups, which could lead to a 2024 victory....

BIN's Mimi Brown sat down with the cast of one of the year’s most anticipated films, The Lost Holliday . Directed by Jussie Smollett and produced by Mona Scott-Young, this powerful drama explores themes of family, loss, and love in ways rarely seen on the big screen. Listen now! 

This week on the Black Perspective, Bri Wood sits down with acclaimed artist and philanthropist Jonathan Romain. Mimi Brown interviews Jussie Smollett, Vivica A. Fox, Mona Scott-Young, and the cast of the new movie The Lost Holliday. Plus, Vanessa Tyler talks with LaDonna Bond, Head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at GEICO. Listen now! 

Freedom Jones works with teams of professionals in several different areas to help stop violence and bring healing to people impacted by it in Baltimore, Maryland. In this interview with the Black Information Network, Ms. Jones shares her insight and thoughts on how the community can band together to prevent unintentional shootings. A deeply caring and dedicated community leader, Ms. Jones inspire...

Gun injuries impact children in more severe ways than they do adults. In this interview with the Black Information Network, James Gannon, Trauma Program Manager at Sinai Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland, explains how a gun wound impacts a child’s body and can have life-long effects on the injured child and others involved in a shooting. Listen now!