Beauty And The Mic: Unplugged

College: a place that can either make or break everything you once knew about yourself and change it to become something that can change the trajectory of your life. After a long break, Diary entry 002: What the FV?! discusses my college journey and what I have experienced so far and what I would change. As someone who is out of state, I’m sharing my deepest thoughts and feelings about where I am...

3 seasons, new name, same purpose. Welcome to the newly formed audio diary of those still intimate and intentional conversations that just needed airtime: “Beauty and the Mic Podcast”. This season is all about re-establishing my inner peace, breaking down walls, and building the place that actually feels safe. This week, I open up about what’s been going on in my life and how this will shape the f...

With the legacy of Miss Fort Valley State University, she upholds herself with grace, dignity, style, and her commitment to serving her community of Fort Valley State University with pride. For the first time ever, our guest from Season 1 returns to discuss an even bigger milestone in her collegiate career. Jordan Camille Gallemore is no stranger to this as she was last time crowned as the Miss Ju...

If Valentine's Day were everyday...... I would vomit. Considered as one of the most expensive and nail biting holiday on the calendar, Valentine's Day celebrates the concept of love, gift showering, and realizing whether if your feelings for someone you want to spend the rest of your life with are even real. Even with the wrongs significant others commit, we still find ways to express our...

In today's society, we are seeing more than ever the need to be around those who like us and will operate morally and spiritually in the rooms that we enter. When we cater to our communities, it allows us to open a new horizon that creates a new standard in any and every industry you wish to step into. That's where we welcome you into "The Princess Suite" : a new mini-series hosted by the People's...

Luxury, relaxation, and no worries. This “soft lifestyle” trend has taken our world by storm in a multitude of ways that has shaped the way we wish to live our lives today. Yet, behind the glitz and glamour that this lifestyle offers, lies a hidden truth about this ideal. Is everything that we are being shown through social media and real life not worth uncovering? That’s for us to discover today...

“As soon as I stop worrying, worrying how the story ends, when I let go and I let God, let God have His way”.- DeWayne Woods What a year it has been. To 2024, it was fun but it’s time to leave it all behind and transition into the new year, but differently. Before we make those prayer boards, I feel it’s time to let go, genuinely, let go of the things, people, and places that no longer serve us be...

With the final guest co-host conversation for the podcast, what better than to interview someone who I consider to be a brother to me since stepping foot on the campus of Fort Valley State University. Meet Demar Richards, a Junior Biology major with a concentration in Health Sciences from the city of Conyers, Georgia who has truly made his mark on campus and has much more to accomplish. Since bein...

Have you ever heard the statement "Never question God on anything that happens"? Believe me, I have heard this myself many times growing up. It's even as if when we get confused with things that happen to us, we can't not only be concerned, but upset about it because of how He can be upset at us for expressing our emotions. However, this is farther from the case. In today's society, especially wit...

2 HBCUs, royal blue and old gold, one goal: the 34th annual Fountain City Classic trophy. Fort Valley State University, the #1 public HBCU in the state of Georgia for the past seven consecutive years: the HBCU known for empowering the possible. Many may not be familiar with the name, but there is something brewing there not only paying attention to, but celebrating. With the biggest rivalry betwee...

As we wrap up the Fountain City Classic special, it would be remiss of us to not mention one of the most influential individuals since he has stepped foot at Fort Valley State University. With a legacy so decorated as his, he owes it all to God who has shaped and molded him into the man he is today. Let me introduce to you Adrian Cunningham, or A.C., a graduating Senior Health and Physical Educati...

Braids, sew-ins, quick weaves, frontals, you name it. The HBCU experience is something worth paying attention to from the homecomings, black excellence, to even the beauty trends that set the pace for years to come. Even when we look at many organizations on these yards, one that stands out is the Royal Court who is surely to be eye catching at every event. Yet, behind every iconic look is a hairs...

Many want to leave a legacy, but it’s how you give your all is the many keys of being remembered. Beyond her achievements, the fashion, and her content, she is a remarkable individual who has a story to tell. Kasyana Bouie, or to many Kasy, is an example of someone worth getting her flowers. Originally from the home of Black Hollywood, Atlanta, Georgia, Kasyana was influenced by the her hometown a...

Are you tired of living through American history, fear mongering, repetition of ads promoting candidates, to even important issues being swept under the rug? Believe me, I am too. As a first time voter, it can be difficult and stressful to listen to these things and be led to believe in one thing yet the truth is hidden behind the surface. This conversation is all about having a clear yet open spa...

It’s Season 2 and if you thought Part 1 of the premiere was good, wait until Part 2. We’re headed back to the #1 public HBCU in Georgia: Fort Valley State University and what better way than to talk to someone who’s making her mark on campus in numerous ways? Meet Raven Edwards, a Junior biology major who is a member of impactful organizations such as URGE(United for Reproductive and Gender Equity...

It’s been too long but it’s so worth saying, welcome back to the palace for Part 1 of the DOUBLE Season 2 Premiere of the podcast as this season’s theme revolves around “Princess Gone Global”. This season it’s all about bringing out new, exciting, and of course unique stories tailored made by God as told through the words of our guests! So, as the conversations begin, let’s start off a new way, an...

It’s the season 1 finale of the People’s Princess Podcast and this conversation is a vault special!! Black fashion has always been the highlight of American culture but what happens when we don’t celebrate it enough? That’s where our guest co-host comes in: Jamaya Moné or widely known as “The Poster Gworl” comes on the podcast to talk all things fashion, her start in the magazine industry, transit...

When life puts you through the wringer, even in unexpected circumstances, we always see ourselves getting hurt in the end. Well what if I told you that God moves us for a reason when He has better for us? In celebration of Men's Mental Health Month, join me and my guest along with friend of mine, Southern University student Marquan Colbert as we discuss this topic along with his faith in God allow...

To be an it girl in today’s world, you must possess these qualities: innovation, grit, and set yourself apart from those around you. Our co-host Shari B, is truly one of those people who exemplify this in all that she does. From hair, graphic design, to now a rising music career, she’s the one that’s gonna make you want to know more. In this conversation, we talk all things entrepreneurship, music...

It’s the mid season finale and you know that I had to wrap it up the best way I could. My freshman year is now over and I am truly grateful that it’s over!! As a moment of reflection, this conversation is for everyone who is going to college or any post secondary pathway and the tips I believe will allow you to have a great year! Until Season 2, Amaya Kai⭐️.

In celebration of my birthday and the four month anniversary of the People’s Princess Podcast, I made this conversation to those who might be like me and felt as if we wasted our time during these past few years and to know that we are more than enough. Thank you all for four months of support and future success! I love you American beautiesssss

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to have a person that shares similar experiences, traits, and dreams? Well from one college student to another, it’s every person’s dream to have someone like that. That’s where this interview comes in: join me and my first co-host Jordan Gallemore as we talk all things campaign season, faith, her “why”, and how she makes her mark known as a Fort Valley...

When it comes to us as people, not everyone is meant to be in the same room as each other. Well, what if I told you that some of us have to build our own spaces? In celebration of my friend Ashanti’s birthday, today’s conversation touched base on myself and my friends personal experience and the lessons I’ve learned thus far. Join me in the palace and learn how to tailor make the missing rooms in...

As someone who has recently been experiencing battles with mental health for the past couple of days, it always hasn’t been an easy process. This episode is to help highlight and heal us from the experiences that we go through in life that might get us down.

Have you ever asked yourself, “Who is exactly behind the podcast?” Well, here’s a chance to get to know me and my plans for the podcast!