#WeNeedToTalk

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk Malynda chats with Founder of Transgender Talent, Hollywoods first talent management company that exclusively represents transgender and non-binary talent. Malynda and Ann talk about her journey to self discovery, what led her to start the agency, what needs to change in Hollywood and what stereotypes of the Transgender community she wants to change. Transgender Ta...

On todays episode of #WeNeedToTalk Malynda flies solo and chats about things that she feels we should be talking about. Jeff Bezos, Cannabis, Tommy Bryant and Self Worth. Listen to this in depth and vulnerable episode! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/subscribe

#WeNeedToTalk will return on Monday with a brand new episode! Make sure you subscribe and join the patreon community if you'd like to support further visit patreon.com/malyndahale This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/subscribe

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with Author and Army Veteran Dr. Pamela Gurley. The two chat about the challenges of being a Black female in America, breaking down stereotypes that plague the Black community, what representation means and her new children's book series Brown Girl, Brown Boy. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get acces...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk Malynda Chats with Actress and Author, Elisa Donovan. The two chat about everything from her career achievements that started in the 90's, navigating the entertainment industry, and her new book “Wake Me When You Leave”.  This book is a personal memoir that details how she healed after losing her job, her relationship, and her father to cancer, all over a very shor...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with Singer and Actress Michelle Williams. The two talk about her career, her battle with depression, her time on The Masked Singer and her new book Checking in. Michelle Williams is a Grammy Award-winning recording artist and actress who rose to stardom as a member of the R&B mega group, Destiny’s Child, and most recently appeared as the Butterfly o...

On this Episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with Joanne Molinaro aka The Korean Vegan. The two chat about her transition into veganism, how food played in a role in her life growing up,  sharing her culture with the world, the importance of family and her new cookbook, The Korean Vegan.  Joanne  Lee  Molinaro is a lawyer by day  and one of TikTok’s hottest chefs of all time. Late last year, Jo...

On this bonus episode of #WeNeedToTalk to talk Malynda reflects on The Fourth of July, what freedom means and Frederick Douglass's famous speech. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/subscribe

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with Actress and Social Justice Advocate Courtney Nichole. The two chat about her acting journey, her passion for children's education, knowing when it's time to make a shift in your life, and the importance of body positivity. Courtney Nichole is a Chicago native and multi-faceted actress that is currently starring as a series regular on Tyler Perry...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with Singer and Music producer Meredith Bull. The two chat about the growth of her career through TikTok, how she found her sound, being a woman in the music industry, and her journey to sobriety.  Meredith Bull has become a TikTok sensation with over 1-Million followers. Meredith’s videos spotlight her unique ability to make beautiful songs out of q...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with Sports Illustrated Model and CEO of Elysium Social, Tanaye White. They chat about her journey into modeling, education, representation, natural hair and mental health. A powerful and meaningful conversation. From earning her Master’s Degree at the esteemed Georgetown University and teaching herself how to code, to having the honor of being a Spo...

On this episode Malynda chats with writer, preacher and advocate Jory Micah. The two talk all things religion. They address hypocrisy in the church, progressive Christianity, deconstruction, what Jesus really stood for and her upcoming book Breaking the Glass Steeple. Jory Micah is a writer, preacher and advocate for women in the global Christian Church. She has a Master's Degree in Christian Doct...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with professor, speaker,  coach and an author. Dr. Peace Amadi. The two chat about what led her to want to help others, overcoming the stigma of talking about mental health, the perception of Black Women with higher education and her new book "Why Do I Feel Like This?"   Mental Health Expert  Dr. Peace Amadi, PsyD, is a  Professor, Author, Speaker, C...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with the first female CEO of Pride Media, Diane Anderson-Minshall. The two discuss her career journey becoming the first female CEO of Pride Media, how companies capitalize on Pride month, what issues still need to be addressed in the LGBTQ community,  how she includes conversations about intersectionality and diversity inclusion in the workplace and...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk Malynda chats with Singer/Songwriter Richard Marx. The two discuss his long career in the music industry, how the music industry has changed over the years, cancel culture, politics and his upcoming memoir "Stories To Tell."  Richard Marx is one of the most accomplished singer-songwriters in the history of popular music. He has written fourteen number one songs in...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda sits down with her longtime friend Aurianna Angelique and the two discuss how her organization R.O.C. Era was created and why. They also discuss the recent rise in activism, being in the streets during the protests, being an ally and how to properly help the communities asking for help without being performative. This is a public episode. If you'd like to...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda kicks off pride month by chatting with the founders of Pride House LA. Mollee Gray, Jeka Jain, Garrett Clayton, and Kent Boyd. The group chats about why they decided to start Pridehouse LA, their own personal coming out stories, issues they want to address within the LGBTQ+ community and their plans to make PrideHouse LA a truly inclusive space.  This is a...

“How important it is for us to recognize and celebrate our heroes and she-roes.” - Maya Angelou Celebrate Memorial Day by honoring those we have lost that served this country.  #WeNeedToTalk will return on Thursday as we kick off Pride Month!   This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit malyndahale.substack.com/subscribe

On this Episode of #WeNeedToTalk Malynda sits down with Legendary actor Gregg Daniel. Best known for his role as Reverend Daniels on HBO’s hit show True Blood and his recurring role on Insecure with Issa Rae, Gregg has acquired well over 100 credits in film and television spanning across a variety of genres. He discusses with Malynda how the culture of Hollywood has changed over the years, why div...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with her longtime friend Siri Lorece. Siri is a Los Angeles based Urban farmer and owner of Creative Arts Farm. She is a Yoga Teacher, Singer-Musician, Minimalism and Sustainability Educator, and Podcast host. Currently well rooted in Los Angeles, Siri and her family spend their time Sowing Seeds of Wellness (the Creative Arts Farm mission) through s...

Malynda welcomes activist, inspirational speaker, and certified life-coach, Blossom C. Brown to the show.  Originally from the  Greenwood, Mississippi, Blossom was the first black trans-woman to graduate from Mississippi University for Women in Columbus, MS.  She and Malynda discuss her journey of growing up in the south, the progression of trans resources, her connection to Caitlyn Jenner and Ell...

Kicking off a brand new season of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with Actor and rapper Page Kennedy. Page is well known for his starring role in  Warner Bros summer blockbuster, The Meg, opposite Jason Statham. He is also best known for portraying Radon Randell in the Spike sports comedy series, Blue Mountain State, and U-Turn in the Showtime series, Weeds. He is currently starring in Netflix’s new...

On the final episode of Season 4 of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with writer, director and military Veteran Nick Jones Jr. The two chat about how Obama influenced his transition from being in the military to being a writer, representation in writers rooms, the Oscars and his new Netflix Anime series, Yasuke, starring Lakeith Stanfield. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with o...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with social Media Influencer, LGBTQ and Mental health advocate, Owin Pierson. The two chat about his personal story of coming into his own, the power behind being an influencer, why he's chosen to be vulnerable and authentic on his platform, how he holds himself accountable, and why he's using his platform to speak out about important issues.  This i...

On this episode of #WeNeedToTalk, Malynda chats with  performer, diversity consultant and music educator Katherine Washington. They have an in depth conversation about activism, the need for people to get uncomfortable when talking about racism, navigating interracial relationships, and her organization The Hope collective.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscr...