It’s Sommer Time

Join host Sommer Hill as she sits down with rapper Bill$, a Detroit native who opens up about his upbringing in the vibrant, flashy culture of his hometown. Bill$ shares the profound impact of losing his mother and grandmother, and how stepping into the role of "man of the house" has shaped his perspective on life and death. Despite the struggles, he’s fueled by a desire to support his fam...

In this episode of It’s Sommer Time, we’re joined by Ari Davis, a D.C. native and Howard University alum who transitioned from a demanding career in Big Law to launching her own successful fashion brand, "STRIPT." Ari shares her personal journey, from the challenges of working in antitrust law and managing a toxic work environment to overcoming postpartum depression and balancing motherhoo...

Kayla Austin is a senior at Howard University. At just 12 year old she founded her startup "My Gun's Been Moved," which provides monitoring technology for parents to protect their children from firearms in the home. Having musical artist Pharrell Williams as her first investor, Kayla commands the forefront of change.  A luminary activist and social entrepreneur, Kayla's efforts hav...

In this compelling episode of the Sommer Time Podcast, host Sommer Hill sits down with the legendary DJ Quicksilva. Known as one of the hardest-working DJs in the industry, Quicksilva opens up about his journey from the streets of East Baltimore to becoming a powerhouse in the music world. He shares his story of resilience, overcoming the devastating loss of both parents, surviving a near-fatal sh...

In this episode, Kevin Scooty Hollums shares his story of couch hopper to serial entrepreneur. He walks us through the feelings of hitting rock bottom that launched him to move and get back on his feet. Years later and Scooty is a popular name in the city with many businesses under his belt and many more to go!

I sat down with Patisdope, owner of What Should I Call My Store and he celebrates the stores 4th birthday! We talked about what these 4 years have taught him, what shoes are hot and how many times you can wear a pair of shoes before getting new ones. As someone who isn’t a sneaker head AT ALL, it was an interesting conversation. Check us out. #ItsSommerTime #sneakers #sneakerhead #whatshouldicallm...

Welcome back to another episode of Sommer Time! 🎙️ Today, we have the incredibly talented Ronnie Riggles joining us. Ronnie shares his exciting journey from being featured in GQ to opening for music icons SZA and Curren$y. We dive deep into his experiences in the entertainment industry and discuss the importance of healthy coping mechanisms for men. This episode is packed with inspiration, persona...

Today, we celebrate Father’s Day so of course, I had to bring my dad on an episode. I’m so grateful to have grown up with a dad like mine. He learned and evolved as we grew but I wouldn’t have it any other way. He turned my siblings and I into the people we are today and I couldn’t be more grateful! Shout out to all of the dads who are doing the good, hard work!

I met Darren while interning for WUSA9 during my time at Howard University. He quickly became a role model for me because of his professionalism, the love he has for his children and the way he looked out for me, a young journalist trying to learn the ropes. So when Darren reached out to be on Sommer Time, I could not deny, especially after watching his journey over the past few years. Darren talk...

June 5 is a special day. It is my birthday and it also the day I decided to launch my own show. 1 year later, 16 episode, 300+ subscribers and SO MUCH LOVE, I am proud to share the official one year episode. In this anniversary episode, Sommer Time Productions very first intern, Ginger Mattison sits down with founder, Sommer Hill on this journey. Tune in! 🩷💕

For the next episode of It’s Sommer Time, host, Sommer Hill sat down with Char and Lanie Edwards, founders of Black on the Block- a block party and flea market started in LA. Char and Lanie tell us about their rise to popularity, why they found the need for a Black owned block party with Black vendors and what’s next for the young creators.

This week on It’s Sommer Time, we’re getting Grounded with Danuelle Doswell (@ddanuelle) & Mignon Hemsely (@filletmignon), founders of a Black women owned plant shop. On this episode, Danuelle & Mignon spoke to me on the importance of disconnecting and decompressing with nature and how impactful plants are to our homes and the community at large.  Watch the full episode now to learn how to...

For Mother’s Day, I couldn’t think of anyone else to have as a guest other than my own mom.  For the woman I am today and the woman I will be in the future, I thank you.  Being a woman is the closest thing to divinity and godliness. Women & mothers deserve the upmost love and respect.  Happy Mother’s Day to all the mommies. I am so grateful for yall. 

In this interview, we unveil the heartbeat behind 'Live from the Front Porch' with Noochie: a journey of innovation, fatherly wisdom, childhood tales and the profound impact of DC.  #BehindTheInterivew #behindthescenes #Livefromthefrontporch #ItsSommerTime

Roughly 3.8% of Black dentists make up the dentistry career, according to the Journal of the American Dental Association. But @doctor.q_ is making a big impact in a small space.  On this episode of ‘It’s Sommer Time’ I sat down with him as we caught up over our Howard days, the maintenance of success, and how he got rapper @glorillapimp in his chair. It means so much to be to able to sit down with...

8 year old Relisha Rudd went missing in March 2014. It has been 10 years and she still has not been found.  For ‘It’s Sommer Time’ I sat down with Jonquilyn Hill to hear more about her investigative podcast, Through The Cracks, which covered missing people who typically fall through the cracks. Black girls.  Black girls deserve protection. Keep her name alive.  Also on the show, Jonquilyn and I al...

For the newest episode of It’s Sommer Time, I sat down with the men. I’ve read too many Twitter debates and have had too many personal experiences that left me conflicted. I had to go straight to the source. Red, Khristian & Tune sat down with me to have that real conversation. We didn’t talk who should pay the bills and whether we should go to Cheesecake Factory for a date. We really got into...

In this episode of It's Sommer Time, I talk with my esthetician, Tiffany Markarian. I've been seeing Tiffany since about 2018 for facials and over time, she has developed mediumship capabilities. While sitting under Tiffany's hands, she is able to read me, the energies in the room, and tell me messages from spirits. It has been quite a journey! Every time I see her, I learn something n...

In this interview, Alante tackles misconceptions and stereotypes within the Black community, delving deep into milestones, mysteries, and myths. 💡💪🏽 With a commitment to historical context and thorough research, Alante's platform is a beacon of truth and understanding. Discover the power of challenging preconceptions as we explore Alante's journey in dismantling stereotypes and celebrat...

Join us as we sit down with the talented and multifaceted Madison Star, who opens up about her extraordinary journey growing up in the industry. In this exclusive interview, Madison unveils the highs and lows of her experiences, providing a rare glimpse into the life of a rising star. 🎤 From the fashion runways to the rap scene, Madison Star has seamlessly woven her passions into a unique tapestr...

Join us in this insightful interview with Byrd, the visionary creator behind MadeInTheDMV, a groundbreaking conference and platform fostering connections among creatives. Delve into Byrd's personal journey, as she opens up about her experience being adopted, growing up in the vibrant community of DC, and unveils untold stories from her life. Gain unique perspectives on creativity, community, a...

It’s Sommer Time x EZ Talks! Welcome to our very first cross over episode! In this enlightening episode, @reginaldeward talks me through his journey of Christianity: why he’s a Christian, how is faith has wavered and what has always brought him back. And I tell EZ about my spirituality journey, why I don’t call myself a Christian, how the Christian community has caused me church hurt and where my...

In this conversation with actor and dean, Phylicia Rashad and artist, Amber Robles Gordon, moderator Sommer Hill starts with their experience as Howard students. She then leads the conversation through their experience as Black women in the arts, how their art impacts the community and how in turn, their art has impacted them as individuals. In this deep and poetic conversation, Phylicia and Amber...

Join me on the second episode of It's Sommer Time as I sit down with Zaineb ZiZi Hassan, an esteemed yoga instructor specializing in yoga and mindfulness for athletes. We delve into her inspiring journey, exploring her unique perspective on cultural differences between America and her homeland, United Arab Emirates. Throughout our conversation, ZiZi shares insights on maintaining relationships...

For the first episode, I had the honor to talk with Phil Lewis, who many of us follow as our source of news, including Wale. I talked with Phil because I want to emphasize the importance of being and staying informed. Through this interview, Phil shares how he gets his news, how he became this entity of news (and can out-perform your favorite news station on socials 🤪) & what the future of jo...