Dripping in Black

On this episode of the Dripping in Black Podcast, we are Dripping in Barrel Racing Brilliance with Staci Russell. Ms. Russell shares her unique journey from Detroit girl to student-athlete to a self-proclaimed “cowgirl”. Along the way she educates us on the world of rodeo competition and culture. Staci also discusses how, despite her late start in the riding horses and rodeo competition, she becam...

On this episode of the Dripping in Black Podcast, we are Dripping in Mass Media Mastery with Tyronza D. Hicks. Tyronza, also known as Ty the Pod Guy, is a burgeoning media mogul, multi-podcaster, producer, creative director, and founder of THC Media LLC. Ty kicks it with us about his upbringing, his pivotal leap into adulthood, as well as the inspirations behind the various roles that he fulfills...

On this episode of the Dripping in Black Podcast, we are Dripping in Innovation & Change with Michelle Campbell. A graduate of the esteemed Michigan State University, Michelle details how her decision to embark on a career in electrical engineering elevated her into a world of innovation and change. Michelle discusses her groundbreaking innovations in broadband and cellular technology, as well...

On this episode of the Dripping in Black Podcast, we are Dripping in Y.U.P Life with Yamashita Uzcher Paines. Yama, a self-proclaimed real Caribbean “gyal”, discusses her journey from the island of French St. Martin, to D.C., to the D. Yama, an accomplished artist, attended both Duke Ellington School of Art, as well as Howard University in Washington, D.C., where she graduated with a Bachelors in...

On this episode of the Dripping in Black Podcast, we are Dripping in Honor and Triumph with the Honorable Judge Marylin E. Atkins. Judge Atkins discusses personal challenges and triumphs of her childhood, and in her marriage to a white ex-priest who was 25 years her senior. Judge Atkins also shares how her determination to secure a college education for her two daughters led her to professional tr...

On this episode of the Dripping in Black Podcast, it is the Creator’s Drip. The creators, Shawn Smith and David V. Lewis, discuss some of the highlights of Season 3 so far in the Creator's Conversation. The new segment, Drip Shop Talk, is introduced as the Dripping in Black Merch Collections is showcased. Lastly, the two creators close out this episode with Drips on Deck, offering insights on what...

On this episode of the Dripping in Black Podcast, we are Dripping in Rodeo Royalty with Khalilah Smith.  Khalilah shares with us how her love for horses helped her face a challenging childhood, and how caring for and riding horses eventually led her to Michigan State University and the MSU Rodeo Club. While earning a Bachelor’s Degree at MSU, Khalilah began to flourish in the rodeo circuit, b...

On this episode of the Dripping in Black Podcast, we are Dripping in Education, Discipline, and Solutions with Robert Murphy. Robert is President of Comprehensive Discipline Solutions as well as an educator with a vast amount of experience in educational leadership at the building, district, and state levels. Robert tells about the challenges he’s faced and the triumphs he’s attained in the span o...

On this episode of the Dripping in Black Podcast, we are Dripping in VIP TV with Diona Smiley. Ms. Smiley, the ultimate behind-the-scenes VIP, discusses her dynamic career in production and entertainment. We learn how Diona started her own TV production company, the who’s who of guests that she’s interviewed in her career, and how she continues to honor the legacy of the one and only Michael Jacks...

On this episode of the Dripping in Black Podcast, we are Dripping in Mister Peterson's Neighborhood with Mr. Al Pete.  Al Pete is an accomplished hip-hop musician, podcaster, and journalist, as well as the founder of the MPN Network. We chop it up with Al about a variety of topics, including his foray into hip-hop as a youth, the founding of his own network that promotes events and celebrates...

On this episode of the Dripping in Black Podcast, we are Dripping in Elevated Comfort Food with Nakia Bonds. Ms. Bonds is a private chef and vibe creator who speaks to us about her thriving business Kia Can Cook. Kia shares how she transformed the phrase "Kia Can't Cook" to "Kia Did That!" by mastering the art of making elevated comfort foods. However, for Kia, it's not just about the food, it's a...

On this episode of the Dripping in Black Podcast, we are Dripping in Realty and Education with Reginald Olds. Reginald is the founder and owner of OES Realtors LLC and he also happens to be an Educator and Assistant Principal. Reginald shares his journey from education to entrepreneurship and how he combines the two as a Realtor and Broker. Beginning Tuesday, November 1, 2022, the Dripping in Blac...

On this episode of the Dripping in Black Podcast , we are Dripping in Venus' Muse with the founder and owner of Venus’ Muse Bartending Services LLC ., the gorgeous Lakeshia Leonard . Lakeshia details how she formed her multi-service bartending business, which includes a mobile bartending service, as well as a bartending school. For Lakeshia, bartending is a calling that has transformed her life, a...

On this episode of the Dripping in Black Podcast, we are Dripping in Hollywood Lights with Set Lighting Technician Robert McTyre. We chat with Mr. McTyre about his unique career of working behind-the-scenes on movie sets, including the excitement and great responsibility that he felt when working with the Academy Award winning director Jordan Peele, as well as his overall experience working on the...

On this episode of the Dripping in Black Podcast, we are Dripping in KannaBiz with the CEO of the KannaBiz Advisory Group, LLC, Collette Ramsey. Collette discusses her journey into the cannabis world, provides wonderful tips to our audience about this growing industry, and puts her acute insight and expertise in business and marketing on full display. Beginning Tuesday, October 11, 2022, the Dripp...

On this episode of the Dripping in Black Podcast, we are Dripping in Black is America with podcaster extraordinaire Dominic Lawson. Dominic shares his story which includes his unique journey in becoming a producer, editor, and host of several award-winning podcasts. Beginning Tuesday, October 4, 2022, Mr. Lawson speaks. It is the Dripping in Black Podcast, where we showcase and celebrate true insp...

On this episode of the Dripping in Black Podcast, we are Dripping in Passion & Truth with the incomparable Dr. Rema Vassar. Dr. Rema is a community engagement organizer, an educator, an author, a MSU Trustee, and an extremely passionate leader in the fight to transform urban schools and society as whole. Beginning Tuesday, September 27, 2022, Dr. Rema speaks with passion and truth while inform...

On this episode of the Dripping in Black Podcast, we are Dripping in Knowledge and Wealth with the founder and CEO of RESSCO, Shawn Stafford. Shawn shares his story which details his path from a single parent home of humble beginnings to multi-millionaire. In this episode, Shawn provides great advice about building wealth as well as some jewels about life in general. Check out the Season 3 premier...

A re-broadcast of our salute to fatherhood.  Fathers that were guest in Season 1 tells what fatherhood means to them. Dripping In Black Social Media Website:   drippinginblack.com Instagram: @dibk20 Facebook: @dibk20  Twitter: Dibk20 

We are joined with Kellogg Fellows Rashard Dobbins from Class Act Detroit and Associate Dean of Students Support Services Felipe Lopez Sustaita.  The Tuesday’s night homies share their experiences and takeaways from participating in the WKKF Community Leadership Network.  Episode was first released during the Content Creators of Color Collective (C4) during the C4 Challenge in February....

Drew Milden, from the podcast Drew vs. the World, tells a story of Mr. Williams, a middle school teacher who influence the trajectory of Drew’s life. The lessons Drew learned has propagated him to take on the world. Drew vs. the World Social Media Website: https://drewvstheworld.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewvstheworldpodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/drew_vstheworld Facebook:...

On this episode of the Dripping in Black Podcast, it is the Creator’s Drip.  The creators, Shawn Smith and David V. Lewis, take a look back at Season 2 as a whole and discuss some of their most memorable moments in the Creator's Conversation. In Drips on Deck, followers learn what to expect from Dripping in Black for the Summer of 2022 and get a few hints of the masterplan for season 3. S2 an...

On this episode of the Dripping in Black Podcast, we are Dripping in Criminal Justice and Beauty with Brittany Jackson. Brittany is a former probation officer turned probation consultant. Brittany details her journey into the criminal justice field and how she is using lessons learned as a probation officer to educate the general public. On top of being Your Favorite P.O., Brittany is also a two-t...

Dripping in Black Awareness [Episode 2.26] On this episode of the Dripping in Black Podcast, we are Dripping in Black Awareness with Jen Washington. Jen is the creator and host of the podcast, Woke by Accident. In our conversation, Jen details how the tragedies of George Floyd and Mike Brown reignited her passion for journalism.  Tune-in as Jen Washington shares her journey into her self-proc...

On this episode of the Dripping in Black Podcast, we are Dripping in Black History in the Bible with Aphiel Israel. Aphiel is the creator and host of The Forefront Radio. The primary focus of Aphiel’s podcast is to enlighten the listening public about Black History as it pertains to the Bible. Mr Israel shares with us what, how, and why he was motivated to take on this particular mission. Tune-in...