The R and B Bistro UP Close and Personal

This episode is part 3 of The Bistro live at the Hub City Jazz Festival. Venus sits down with the extraordinary and comedic host of theJazz festival the one and only Kelley Andre. He gives his take on this year’s artist line up, his current projects and more. She also chats with the membersof Four 80 East, Rob DeBoer, Tony Grace, and the phenomenal violinist, Damien Escobar along with more of the...

In this episode Venus chats with Lao Tizer and two of his band members, Violinist, Karen Briggs and vocalist and "American Idol finalist", Elliot Yamin and another one of the remote broadcast sponsors, members of the Farmer Team. You won't want to miss what these fantastic artists have to say. Also, find out how The Farmer Team can help you with you Real Estate ventures. You will def...

 In this episode Venus chats with "The YoungPicassos"- Jevaun Grant and Pete Bathelus, the legendary "Maysa"and one of the remote broadcast sponsors, The Brooks Wealth StrategyGroup". The Young Picassos talk about their start and their approachto music and Maysa shares information about her incredible career, Maysa'sKaraoke Kitchen and her new label. Tony Brook of Brooks Wealth Strategy Group gets...

In this episode Venus chats with independent award-winning filmmaker, Kevin V. Tudor about his latest film TINMAN. Kevin is also an esteemed Podiatric Surgeon. They discuss why he is known as "The Bad Boy" of medicine ,his films and much more.

In this episode, Venus sits down with Melissa Brockett—a registered nurse, licensed cosmetologist, and certified trichologist passionate about bridging the gapbetween healthcare and haircare.  Melissa owns and operates a Salon Suite located in Brooklyn, NY. She specializes in crochet locs micro -locs and hair loss solutions.  Melissa shares information about these stylesand much more.    It’s anot...

This episode Venus Celebrates the 8th anniversary of The Bistro by broadcasting live at "The 20th anniversary celebration of "The Hub City Jazz Festival". In this first episode of the two-part series, she chats with the legendary group, Pieces of a Dream, Saxophonist, Saxl Rose who is a dynamic rising star and the phenomenal host of the jazz fest, Singer, musician, radio personality, Kelley Andre....

Venus sits down to chat with Uncle Roy of Antland Productions about his beginnings in the Audio and Technical world. Uncle Roy is an audio director and engineer. He shares how he got started in all thing's audio, TV, Radio, Voice Over and more. Great laughs and loads of fun. As usual "The Bistro" brings you Information, Inspiration and Motivation thru "Edutainment at its Best!

Venus sits down with the esteemed, International Producer, VO Director extraordinaire, Everett Oliver. He talks about his beginnings and how he works with and trains talent in the voice over community. Always a fun and entertaining experience chatting with Everett. Absolutely an episode filled with what the "The Bistro is known for... Information, Inspiration and Motivation that is Edutainmen...

Venus sits down with the "God Mother of Urban Comedy", Tina Graham. She is a talent agent and casting director responsible for the careers of many of your favorite comedians of today. A phenomenal business executive. CEO Tina Graham Inc a full-service comedy firm. The Bistro, always bringing you more and more Information, Inspiration and Motivation through Edutainment. Real Business at i...

On this show, Venus gives you a look into her background by becoming the interviewed guest.  A panel of three community leaders interview her to hear about her beginnings in the industry and the creation of The R & B Bistro Up Close & Personal.  As usual, this 6-month anniversary show follows the overall mission of Information, Inspiration and Motivation through Edutainment. Special Thanks...

In this episode Venus sits down with Grammy award winning song writer, Elder J. David Bratton, writer of the song of the Decade-"Every Praise". Elder Bratton discusses his new projects "Eyes on You' and" Yes, I Believe" and much, much more. This episode gives you more of what "The Bistro" is known for ... "Edutainment" at its Best!

In this episode, Venus gets up close and personal with the CEO of the of the largest Voice Over conference (VO Atlanta), Anna Collins and the CEO of JMC Demos, Producer, Coach and Voice Actor J. Michael Collins. Get to know Anna and J Michael in a way you never seen them before. This interview is full of laughs and interesting information. This episode is brought to you by "Antland Production...

Venus welcomes the phenomenal and extremely talented Jazz Flutist, Ragan Whiteside to The R & B Bistro UCP.  Get to know this beautiful artist and her journey to chart topping songs, award nominations and much more. It's a great conversation filled with the Edutainment the show is noted for.  Truely an enjoyable listen. Venus welcomes the phenomenal and extremely talented Jazz Flutist, Rag...

It's the first quarter of 2024 and Venus chats with The Bistro's financial guru, Sylvester Knox of The Knox Group Wealth Management, to get you prepared for the upcoming tax season. He also sheds some light on what you should do if you are looking to retire at age 65. And as always, Mr. Knox gives you tips on where you should be investing your dollars. This episode is sponsored by "Th...

In this episode Venus sits down with a panel of distinguished men from different walks of life and backgrounds, to discuss Love and Relationships and review the Book - “Shades of Love … “The Journey of Emotions”.  This is a great conversation and a lot of insight into the minds of Men! Panel guest include: Curtis Rembert- Voice Actor/ Real Estate Agent Peter Breyer - Author/ Business Owner, Former...

In this episode Venus chats with Radio family and Philly royalty. None other than the dynamic Neicy Tribbett. Motivational speaker, Entrepreneur, CEO, Host of " Favor in the morning"- (Philly’s 100.7FM) and mother of multi-grammy winner Tye Trtibbett.  Find out why Broadcasting is her greatest passion and more.

Venus gets up close and personal and into the mind of the dynamic, strategic and innovative marketing guru Donyshia Boston -Hill. President and CEO of Keeper of the Brand Marketing and Digital Agency. Donyshia is leading the way and making historic deals in the markenting world. In this episode she talks about her beginnings and what it takes to be successful.

Venus gets up close and personal with award winning actress, singer, writer and producer. Ms. Chantal Maurice. Her latest credits include Angela on Wicked City, Destiny on Thema and, Rashida Flowers on GREYS ANATOMY to name a few. If you are not familiar with this star who continues to rise... meet her today! Check out all of her credits on FB, Instragram, twitter and ChantalMaurice.com

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This episode features a conversation with Brad Butler II, the CEO of Brad Butler II & Associates LLC.  He is an exhilarating, young man, who is an author, an athlete, an educational consultant, entrepreneur, a husband, father, and a dynamic and power award winning Motivational speaker.  Brad talks about his journey from special Ed student to award winning youth motivational speaker.&...

In this episode of the R &B Bistro UPC, we are celebrating the new book " The Shades of Love -The Journey of Emotion "  by host Venus Crute' and Galantines Day with a panel of fabulous talented woman. A Doctor, a Scientist and a Singer/ entrepreneur. The conversation covers love and relationships and all its shades, with some awesome advice and pitfalls to be aware of. It's a great conver...

In this episode Venus introduces a new segment to the R & B Bistro Up Close & Personal information repertoire called the Bistro Financial Spotlight. This is the 1st episode of the financial spotlight segment, which will be featured quarterly. The Bistro resident financial guru Sylvester Knox, President and CEO of The Knox Group Wealth Management will provide financial advice and take quest...

On this Christmas edition/ last show of the year Venus sits down with Meteorologist and motivational speaker Monique Robinson. Monique is one of the top 40 under 40 most influential African Americans in the Triad, a TED X Speaker and the Universities of Maryland’s class of top 30 under 30 Alumni. Monique shares information about her career and so much more!

Venus gets up close and personal with Actor, Producer, Director, Songwriter, Vocalist, James Blake Carrington from "Orange is the New Black" and "For Life. to discuss his new musical project" Never Give Up", his other Film and TV projects and more.

In this episode of The R & B Bistro UCP, Venus chats with the author of " Deceit" , Dr Carol Lynn Patterson. Get your mind ready because you are going to have a lot of thoughts to express after you hear these ladies chat it up about the lies, the first lady experiences, degrading issues and the abuse covered in Deceit. As usual, even though the subjects depicted in the work of fiction are seri...