UnPacking UnPlugged

🌱 Gabrielle Souza @muvasouza of The Okra Project @theokraproject is Coming to UnPacking! Tune in as we sit down with Gabrielle Souza, director of The Okra Project, to discuss the vital work they’re doing to eradicate food and social disparities for transgender and non-gender conforming folks in communities of color. 🍽️💪🏽 Learn how this incredible initiative is making a real impact and what’s ne...

🎤 Tiameka Watson aka PopCultureMicca @popculturemicca is coming to UnPacking! Join us as we welcome PopCultureMicca to the show! 🌟Get ready for a deep dive into the latest in pop culture, entertainment, and everything in between, as Micca shares her unique perspective on what’s hot and what’s next. 🔥Don’t miss this lively conversation!

🎬 Philip Johnson aka Philaye is coming to UnPacking! Join us as we chat with the brilliant mind behind Philaye Films, Philip Johnson, to discuss his upcoming sci-fi film project “Jamaal.” 🚀🎥 Get an inside look into the creative process and what inspired this exciting new venture!

Creative visionary Ronald Hinton  @ronaldthomashinton  joins us to unpack his latest project, 📺  @nativestheseries  —a bold new story that explores the complexities of identity, culture, and queerness. ✍🏽 Ronald will share the inspiration behind the series, his creative process, and what this project means for LGBTQ+ representation in media. Tune in for an insightful conversation with one of our...

Queer pop artist Jennarie joins us to talk about her hit single “Never Been Small” and unpack how she’s using her platform to champion body positivity 💪🏽 and encourage self-acceptance 🌈 through her music. Tune in to hear how Jennarie is impacting lives and inspiring millions with her powerful voice and message. 🎶✨

You’ve seen her on “The Chi” @shothechi and “P-Valley” @pvalleystarz — now get ready to meet the actress, activist, and media personality behind the roles! ✨ Monroe Alise joins us to unpack how she juggles the fast-paced life of an in-demand actress while staying front and center as one of the nation’s capital’s most vibrant activists. 💪🏽 We’ll dive into her journey as a leading voice in both H...

🚨 BIG NEWS ALERT 🚨 Kalen Allen (@thekalenallen) is here to spill ALL the tea! 🌟 He’s giving us the inside scoop on why Beyoncé's work ethic is unmatched 🐝, plus exclusive deets on his NEW Christmas album 🎄 and upcoming Netflix movie “Meet Me Next Christmas”! 🎬 You won’t want to miss this vibe-packed interview.

You’ve seen the Emmy Award-winning show “Abbott Elementary” @abbottelemabc — now meet the real-life inspiration behind it! ✨ Joyce Abbott, author and retired educator, joins us to unpack her incredible career in education 👩🏽‍🏫 and her new book “Teaching, the Ms. Abbott Way: Lessons in Learning, Leadership & Life!” We’ll dive into how her experiences have shaped her teaching philosophy, her tho...

Get ready for a powerful conversation as Ted Bunch @ted.bunch and DeManuel Edmondson @deman527 from “A Call to Men” @acalltomen join us to unpack the movement for ‘healthy manhood’ and ‘gender equity.’ 👑 Their organization is on a mission to reshape societal norms around masculinity and promote respect and equality for all. Tune in as they share their insights on breaking down harmful stereotypes...

Natasha Mosby @healthandwellness_nsmlcsw founder of *Health, Wellness & Integrated Care*, is coming to *UnPacking* to share her expert insights on mental health and wellness. With over 20 years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker, Natasha specializes in anxiety, trauma, and stress-related disorders. 🧘🏾‍♀️✨ Tune in as we explore her holistic approach to therapy and the inspiring w...

✨Glam Alert!✨Marcus Bohlert, better known as Markie J, is here to #UnPack his journey to becoming a superstar celebrity makeup artist! 💄✨Tune in to get all the skin and beauty tips straight from Markie J himself and discover how to achieve that signature “glow” his clients are famous for! ✨💅🏾 Oh, and he’s answering YOUR questions, so don’t forget to send in all your burning beauty inquiries...

🌟Get Ready!🌟 Award-winning actor, producer, singer, and TV personality Kalen Allen is joining us to #UnPack his incredible journey! 🎬🎤 With over a million social media followers and best known for his viral “Kalen Reacts” videos and appearances on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show,” Kalen is here to share his story and give us a peek behind the curtain of his multifaceted career. 📺💥 Don’t miss out o...

Oye Owolewa, the son of Nigerian immigrants, overcame early childhood bullying and suspensions with the guidance of role models who helped him turn his life around. Inspired to give back to his community, he pursued a career in pharmacy, improving lives through his work. In 2014, he began inspiring DC elementary school kids with similar interventions that shaped his life. Recognizing the ongoing c...

@malachijstewart UnPacks the Saving Ourselves Symposium (SOS) in Atlanta, GA powered by the Southern AIDS Coalition (SAC). Shout out to SAC for DOING the work. As Kai said, more times than not, if you don’t have the registration fee and means to travel, so many people are not able to attend a conference, any conference. Kai UnPacks how SAC makes this possible as a part of their mission to make a b...

Ciarra Colvin, a native and proud resident of Philadelphia, is a dedicated mother of two and serves as a program manager at The Well Project. With a profound personal journey, Ciarra has been living with HIV since 2008, a fact that has not deterred her from becoming a powerful advocate for HIV awareness and empowerment. As a guest on UnPacking, Ciarra will share her inspiring story, shedding light...

After honing his talents during his collegiate years at Morehouse College in downtown Atlanta, Oliver TwiXt has emerged as a leading Queer Rap Personality, multi-media creative producer, and entrepreneur. He gained widespread recognition as a series regular on WE tv's “The TS Madison Experience.” Oliver's digital productions have garnered millions of views, with notable appearances on YouT...

Damon, Tony, and Jordan from the incredible Surface Level Podcast dial in to UnPack the 2024 GLAAD Pride Voice campaign and GLAAD Honors.

Next on UnPacking Marvin Toliver is a licensed clinical social worker originally from East Oakland, CA, who currently resides and practices in Philadelphia, PA. With a specialized focus on addressing mental health issues within the black and queer communities, Marvin brings firsthand insight into the intersecting stigmas surrounding mental wellness. Eric and Kai will help Marvin “unpack” and eluci...

Tarek Ali, an acclaimed storyteller, writer, creator, and actor, brings his impactful voice to UnPacking. With a decade-long legacy of inspiring millions on social media, Tarek now channels his talents in screenwriting and acting to convey powerful messages on the big screen and through global tours. Renowned for sparking thought-provoking conversations and promoting self-acceptance, growth, and h...

The host of Unpacking sit down with Blu Bone, fresh from the release of his new EP "Hi Cotton." Blu offers insights into his musical inspirations, astrological influences, and the intriguing swamp monster-deity at the heart of his project. Delving into the creation of his record's universe, Blu discusses his research into Minstrel era images of Black people, challenging stereotypes a...

Jacen Bowman is a true visionary in the world of beauty and design. Born and raised in Philadelphia, Jacen learned early on the importance of self-acceptance and authenticity from his mother, shaping his mantra to “be true to yourself to achieve who you are.” His passion for art, color, and design, paired with his magnetic personality, has catapulted him to becoming one of the industry’s most soug...

🎙️ Announcement! Al Reynolds, media personality and former TEA G-I-F co-host, is joining UnPacking! 🎉 Tune in as we discuss his professional achievements, public perception, impact, advocacy, and future endeavors. 🔥Don’t miss this exclusive and intimate interview ONLY on UnPacking on WURD 96.1FM/900 AM, Philadelphia’s Progressive Black Talk Media!

🚨 Tune in as activist and author, Hope Giselle joins @ unpackingradio  to discuss her journey to advocacy, her books “Becoming Hope: Removing the Disguise” and “Until I Met Black Men” 📚, and to unpack the life of a newlywed! 💍 Follow @ unpackingradio  for exclusive interviews and compelling conversations, as we continue to put the “P” in Progressive and the “T” in talk radio! 🎙️✨

Dr. Shanéa Thomas (He/She/Dr.) is an award-winning AASECT Certified Sex Educator, bold lecturer, seasoned scholar–practitioner, and TEDx Speaker with over 20 years of professional clinical social work experience in the Washington, D.C. metro area. Dr. Thomas is dedicated to training social workers, educators, and service providers to build safer therapeutic and educational spaces, especially for u...