The Melanin 360 Podcast

On this episode, I interviewed Corey Gumbs, CEO and Founder of The Black Podcasters Association and Black Label Media, LLC.  Corey and I discuss everything thing from our love of 90's New York hip hop to creating safe and creative spaces for black folks in the podcasting and audio space.  He also shares his story of how he went from aspiring rapper to being a part of making sure that we can t...

Content creator and author of the Balls of Beauty Blog, Kisha No E, stops by the podcast!  And we discuss ALL THINGS fashion!  She even convinces me to try pairing leapord and plaid...but I'm not so sure! We also discuss her blog and talk about how black women have been influencing fashion since the 1800's.  This episode is fun, light hearted, HILARIOUS, but in true Melanin 360 "fas...

On this week's show, I'm giving y'all one of my solo rants!  And I've decided to talk about Imposter Syndrome.  Now, IFYYK, but if you don't, I will break down what Imposter Syndrome, be transparent about my own struggles with it, and ultimately give you some ways to cope with it.   Let me know what you think of the show! Be sure to follow the below links for more informat...

Hollywood screenwriter, director and comic book author Shequeta Smith comes through to tell us all about her company Shero Comics.  We also talk about how comics and cos play are now the norm in our community, where at one one time it wasn't.  And lastly, she tells us all of the amazing projects she has coming up...even something for you gamers out there! Be sure to follow the below links for...

Author, entrepreneur and BOSS CHICK Gena Lofton of Lofton Sports stops by the podcast this week!!  Gena tells us her amazing story of coming of age in LA's foster care system to owning several properties and businesses, becoming an author and finding financial freedom.  She drops some MAJOR gems on us and also talks about her latest real estate venture . Be sure to follow the below links for...

The community leaders and entrepreneurs from DMV based H.O.P.O.N. (Helping Our People Out Now) drop by to tell us not only about their organization and what they're doing in the community, but also their thoughts on what communities of color need to obtain community and self wealth.  This is an episode you DON'T want to miss!   Be sure to follow the below links for more information! IG:...

Author and entreprenuer Dawn Williams is this week's guest, and she's got something for us AND Big Mama!  Not only has Dawn written The B.Y.T.C.H. Book (Building Your Trojan Creative Horse), which chronicles her triumphs and misadventures in the entrepreneurship game, but she also penned "Technology for Seniors", which sets out to help our more seasoned family members work thos...

On this episode, financial trainer DurShawn Robinson stops by to talk about making our money behave.  Whether you have a little or alot, you can make it do what it do baby! Break out the notes app on your phone because DurShawn is going to drop some gems that you won't want want to forget! Be sure to follow the below links for more information! IG: @durshawne_my7cent        @themelanin360podc...

What it do Black People?  You know The Melanin 360 Podcast HAD to drop something on you for Juneteenth!  Hopefully, this episode finds you eating a burnt hot dog and amazing BBQ ribs cooked by your uncle with the grill sandals and the bomb potato salad your favorite auntie makes while surrounded by family and friends as we celebrate being free-ish since 1865. I also want to send a very special Fat...

In our fourth installment of our "Run Girl, Run!" series, Angela R. Jones stops by to chat with us!  She not only talks about her Maryland Delegate campaign and why you should vote for her, but she also shares her amazing background story, which should be an inspiration to women from all walks of life.   *Tamara Davis Brown is running for (and team lead) for state senate *The Prince Geor...

Our "Run Girl, Run!" series continues with Karen Scott Greene, who is running for Superior Court Judge, Division 8 in Gwinnett County, GA.  She drops some major gems on us about criminal justice reform and why her passion lies in advocating for our youth.  We also talk about her campaign and why Gwinnett residents should vote for her...and we also find out which 90's album she think...

It's been a while, but we're back with part two in the "Run Girl, Run!" series!!  Candidate for Prince George's County, MD Council, District 8, Dania Lofton stops by The Melanin 360 Podcast this week.  We talk about everything from 90's R&B and her platform for bringing equity back to her section of the county to what got her into politics and why it's import...

Candice Miller, founder of Beauty From Ashes Foundation, Inc graces us with her presence this week.  She share the story of her family's journey through assault, homelessness and now victory in this amazing story.  Also we delve into her vision behind Beauty From Ashes and it's mission.   Please follow their socials at: FB: Beauty From Ashes Foundation, Inc. IG: BFA_Foundation_Inc www.be...

Veronica Campbell of Boudoir by Veronica blessed us with her presence this week.  She gives us the low down on boudoir photography is and why it's so damn sexy!  She also gives us the scoop on building a self ran business from the ground up.  This is an episode you definetly DON'T want to miss!   Be sure to support her at www.boudoirbyveronica.com and @boudoirbyveronica on IG  Support th...

Yes - you read that right...not clubbing, but CAMPING!!  On this week's show, I have the ladies Jocelyn and Shunte, 2 of 3 founders of Melanated Campout.  They stopped through to talk bust the myth that black folks don't camp and let y'all know about their AMAZING campout event that's coming up this summer. You can check them out at www.melanatedcampout.com or on IG @melanatedc...

Recently, we've seen the high profile suicides committed by Regina King's son, Ian Alexander, Jr., pageant winner and TV-show host Cheslie Kryst and most recently, the young woman a who jumped overboard on the Carnival Valor cruise ship.  And this doesn't even include the countless other suicides and attempts made by black and brown people everyday that don't make the news. Why...

Even though we are STILL in the damn pandemic, people are still hell bent on traveling and refusing to follow the rules.  So since we obviously can't be still, the least we can do is be the best guests we can and not stress out our good brothers and sisters in the hospitality industry! Morgan Williams, a 5 year veteran of the hotel and resort industry, stops by to spill the tea on the do&apos...

On this episode, my good friend Kenya Johnson of Reflections by Nia joins me to talk about dyslexia.  Not only will we talk about her personal  experiences, but also dealing with this learning disability looks different for people of color and those who are economically challenged. Follow her on IG @reflectionsbynia We are now affiliated with Nakedwines.com. Use our link below to join their monthl...

To cohabitate or not cohabitate...THAT is the question!  The hosts of the "I Vow" podcast are back to talk about living together outside or before marriage.  We know how the church mothers and your aunties feel, but what about millennials and Get Z'ers?  How do we feel? We are now affiliated with Nakedwines.com. Use our link below to join their monthly Angels program! https://rebran...

"It's the most wonderful time of the year!"  Or is it? LOL!  Today, I kick back and have a conversation with y'all about Christmas in Jorae-land!  I spill the tea on some of my favorite childhood Christmas memories, holiday songs and movies, and why I didn't celebrate Christmas for many, many years.   So sit back with some hot chocolate (hopefully with some Bailey's)...

This week I have Morgan and B.J. of the "I Vow" Podcast as my special guests!  And trust me, it gets juicy...we're talking about how and if your relationships with your friends should change once you level up in your romantic relationship.  We get down to the nitty gritty and even share some of our personal experiences.  This is an episode you DON'T want to miss! We are now aff...

This week I sit down with emergency room RN and adjunct professor to discuss all things 'Rona.  From symptoms to vaccinations; myth vs facts; and everything in between.  This is an episode you DON'T want to miss! We are now affiliated with Nakedwines.com. Use our link below to join their monthly Angels program! https://rebrand.ly/melaninwine Melanin 360 Beauty True Beauty Comes From With...

This week, I speak to my friend and The DMV Squad co-host James Pair, aka DJ Brotha J about his new book, "Let Us Make a Man".  We also talk about healthy eating and his journey to becoming a vegan. Please go to www.manmademedia.org to purchase the book.  You may also check out DJ Brotha J and myself on The DMV Squad every Tuesday night at 7:30 pm EST at www.theundergroundlab.com/radio ...

Welcome back to Season 2!  This season is going to have so many good topics and guests in store for you and I am SO excited. This week, my guest is Jamal Jackson, owner and operator of Hux Spirits, a black owned sangria company based in Baltimore, MD.  We get into how he got started and the ups and downs of being black in spirits business.   If you're interested in learning more about or purc...

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