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The Blackstage

The Blackstage

By The Blackstage

A podcast exploring impactful topics & stories to help everyone on the road to a more fulfilled life.
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Shemar Woods

The BlackstageJul 09, 2020

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Zewiditu Jewel  

Zewiditu Jewel  

Zewiditu Jewel of Cloudy Donuts discusses building legacy with vegan donuts and the power of staying true to yourself.

Nov 28, 202301:04:31
Dr. Brandon Frame

Dr. Brandon Frame

Dr. Brandon Frame, creator of the brand “TheBlackManCan”, discusses the importance of uplifting Black men and boys through representation.

Nov 14, 202351:22
Amalia Ehrmann

Amalia Ehrmann

Founder of Ritual Stems, Amalia Ehrmann, shares her journey from fashion to founder.
Nov 07, 202345:24
Marvin Britt

Marvin Britt

Founder of Action Sport Fitness, Marvin Britt, discusses the importance of a healthy diet and a consistent fitness plan.
Oct 31, 202335:53
Death To A Creative

Death To A Creative

“Death to a Creative” is The Blackstage's first short film starring Danielle Summons (Pay The Writer) and Khalil Kain (Juice, Girlfriends). The film follows the story of an aspiring actress clinging to her dreams while enduring a string of life’s disappointments when she receives an unexpected call that forces her to confront her deepest fears.

Oct 24, 202307:53
Joshua Boone

Joshua Boone

Joshua Boone, American Actor and star of Tyler Perry/Netflix film A Jazzman’s Blues discuses his journey.

Oct 17, 202301:35:30
Phellix Rodriguez and Katie Nuñez-Rodriguez

Phellix Rodriguez and Katie Nuñez-Rodriguez

Co-founders of Phe Studios share the secrets on how to build a strong business and an even stronger marriage.

Oct 10, 202301:00:15
Chefleen

Chefleen

Food Network's Chopped Champion & New York Times featured celebrity chef Kathleen O’Brien Price (Chefleen) discusses the importance of chasing your dreams.

Oct 03, 202354:10
Dometi Pongo

Dometi Pongo

MTV News host and award-winning journalist Dometi Pongo discusses how he built a meaningful career at the intersection of news, hip-hop, art & culture.

Sep 25, 202301:31:43
Virginia Lowman

Virginia Lowman

Virginia Lowman, writer and social media director, discusses love and relationships.
Dec 16, 202201:02:28
John B. King Jr.

John B. King Jr.

Former U.S. Secretary of Education John B. King Jr., joins The Blackstage to discuss his journey.

Dec 02, 202229:05
Jacques Morel

Jacques Morel

Cultural commentator and host, Jacques Morel joins Blackstage to discuss recent deaths in the Hip Hop community.

Nov 25, 202256:51
Dr. Lonise Bias

Dr. Lonise Bias

Dr. Lonise Bias, mother of basketball legend Len Bias, discusses the power of healing.

Nov 18, 202201:01:52
Michele Ghee

Michele Ghee

Michele Ghee, CEO of Ebony Magazine joins the podcast to discuss her journey and the relaunch of an iconic brand.

May 20, 202234:13
Marcus Stanback

Marcus Stanback

Marcus Stanback, founder of Daily Growth Yoga, talks us through the journey of yoga, wellness, entrepreneurship, vulnerability and impacting the youth.

May 13, 202201:03:06
Dr. Ruth and Dr. Mary-Andrée

Dr. Ruth and Dr. Mary-Andrée

Dr. Ruth and Dr. Mary Andrée unpack all things sex, body image, and health education.

May 06, 202247:12
Adriano Espaillat

Adriano Espaillat

US Congressman Adriano Espaillat joins the podcast to discuss his journey, politics, race, and the next generation of leaders.

Apr 22, 202230:28
Khalil Kain

Khalil Kain

Actor Khalil Kain joins the podcast to discuss his 30+ career, the 30th anniversary of Juice, and his friend, Tupac.

Apr 15, 202201:08:34
Owners: The Series

Owners: The Series

For episode 6 of Blackstage we partnered with Moorelight Studios to bring to the platform “Owners,” an original series and official selection of American Black Film Festival.


“Owners” follows Terence, a 30-something who is tired of feeling the constraints of being a minority in the workplace. He decides to start his own company to become an owner, but his decision to do so erupts his life into chaos.


Creator, Writer, Executive Producer: DeAngelo Moore

Director: Leonex

Director of Photography: Gerard Pickett

Apr 08, 202214:04
HipHopEd

HipHopEd

7 years after their original conversation, Dr’s Ian P Levy, Emily Bailin Wells, Edmund Adjapong, and Brian Mooney join a virtual round table to discuss HipHopEd, Race, and Healing.

Apr 01, 202201:23:20
Dossé-Via

Dossé-Via

Astrologer, model, mother, and entrepreneur, Dossé-Via, discusses heritage, love, and ScorpioMystique.

Mar 25, 202248:49
Jason Reynolds

Jason Reynolds

New York Times bestselling author and National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature, Jason Reynolds, shares his story into how he became the top American author of our time.

Mar 18, 202233:38
Lilly Workneh

Lilly Workneh

Award-winning journalist, speaker and strategist, Lilly Workneh, shares her journey in creating meaningful and mission-driven media.

Mar 11, 202246:35
Jonathan Jackson

Jonathan Jackson

Creative visionary, writer, speaker, and entrepreneur, Jonathan Jackson, shares his journey to co-founding media company, Blavity.

Mar 04, 202253:24
Felecia Hatcher

Felecia Hatcher

CEO of Black Ambition, Felecia Hatcher, discusses the importance of investing in Black led organizations and companies.

Dec 10, 202149:38
Kadidja Dosso

Kadidja Dosso

Kadidja Dosso, founder and CEO of Dosso Beauty, and Black Ambition HBCU Prize Winner on the power of Black women entrepreneurs and building legacy.

Dec 03, 202125:08
Rashiid Coleman and Vincent Cobb II

Rashiid Coleman and Vincent Cobb II

Co-founder’s of Summer House Institute, Rashiid Coleman & Vincent Cobb II, share the secrets of how to build and maintain a successful partnership as entrepreneurs.

Nov 26, 202143:05
Reuben Ogbonna

Reuben Ogbonna

Reuben Ogbonna, co-founder and Executive Director of the Marcy Lab School shares his leadership journey and his views on the future of the American education system.

Nov 19, 202152:08
A. Walton Smith

A. Walton Smith

A. Walton Smith, founder and CEO of Black Woman Owned discusses the importance of investing in Black women, their businesses, and their futures.

Nov 12, 202128:03
Travis Mason

Travis Mason

From flying cars to bitcoin mining, 776 Operating Partner Travis Mason shares his journey in technology and policy.

Nov 05, 202137:43
Jelani Anglin and Gabe Leader Rose

Jelani Anglin and Gabe Leader Rose

Founders, Jelani Anglin & Gabe Leader Rose, share how they built Good Call - a 24/7 hotline (833-3-GOODCALL) that anyone can call if they or a loved one get arrested.

Oct 22, 202132:04
Sherrell Dorsey

Sherrell Dorsey

Sherrell Dorsey, founder and CEO of The Plug discusses Black innovation, Black owned media, and how consistency is key to any start up.

Oct 15, 202138:59
Davon Johnson

Davon Johnson

Davon Johnson, architect and production designer, discusses setting the vision, knowing your history and following your dreams.

Oct 08, 202138:00
Jerelyn Rodriguez

Jerelyn Rodriguez

Jerelyn Rodriguez, Co-Founder & CEO of The Knowledge House, shares how her South Bronx-based nonprofit is committed to building a diverse pipeline of tech talent by investing in communities.

Oct 01, 202135:59
Brittany Young

Brittany Young

Founder of B360, Brittany Young shares how growing up in Baltimore inspired her to build an organization where young adults acquire life skills to secure educational and career opportunities and change the negative perceptions of dirt bike riding while doing it.

Sep 24, 202158:39
Archie Clay III and Tajh Crutch

Archie Clay III and Tajh Crutch

Founders of WearBrims, Archie Clay III and Tajh Crutch share their story starting from humble beginnings to building a business that became the first Black-owned luxury hat brand to be sold in Nordstrom stores.

Sep 17, 202155:04
Cheryl Dorsey

Cheryl Dorsey

Cheryl Dorsey, a trailblazer in the social entrepreneurship movement, and the president of Echoing Green, shares her journey.

Jun 11, 202126:06
Devin Allen

Devin Allen

American photographer, photojournalist, and activist based in Baltimore, Devin Allen, shares how he turned his pain into his passion.

May 21, 202139:35
Jordan Stockdale

Jordan Stockdale

Executive Director of New York City’s Young Men's Initiative, Jordan Stockdale, shares how he found his passion to support and provide positive impact the lives of young people.

May 07, 202131:43
Ritchie Torres

Ritchie Torres

In 2020 Ritchie Torres became the first gay Afro Latino elected to Congress. As he navigates the the weight of history on his shoulders in the midst of global pandemic he shares his journey from the Bronx to Washington.

Apr 16, 202129:11
Ricco Siasoco

Ricco Siasoco

Writer, educator, and activist Ricco Villanueva Siasoco joins Blackstage to discuss the history of racism against Asian Americans in the US and how to combat AAPI hate.

Mar 26, 202101:07:00
Moses Ingram

Moses Ingram

Queen’s Gambit’s breakout actress Moses Ingram shares her journey from West Baltimore to Yale University to Hollywood.

Mar 19, 202147:43
Alex Hill

Alex Hill

Food blogger and culinary instructor Alex Hill shares her journey into becoming a chef, the lack of diversity in the food industry, and overcoming imposter syndrome.

Mar 05, 202133:36
Mayor Brandon Scott

Mayor Brandon Scott

Baltimore’s city’s Mayor Brandon Scott joins the podcast to discuss his family history, his love for the city he serves, and why he always will remain unapologetically himself.

Feb 26, 202129:40
Dr. Travis Bristol

Dr. Travis Bristol

University of California, Berkeley’s Dr. Travis Bristol discusses his incredible journey navigating the world of education with empathy as both a student and a change maker.

Feb 19, 202138:09
Jamira Burley

Jamira Burley

Activist and administrator Jamira Burley, the Head of Youth Engagement and Skills at the Global Business Coalition, joins Blackstage to discuss her journey as well as the importance of championing Black women.

Feb 12, 202140:34
Natasha S. Alford

Natasha S. Alford

The Grio’s Vice President of Digital Content & Senior Correspondent, Natasha S. Alford discusses her journey in discovering her passion, what it means to “meet the moment”, and the state of Black owned media.

Feb 05, 202150:03
Dr. Amanda Washington Lockett / Arthur McFarlane III

Dr. Amanda Washington Lockett / Arthur McFarlane III

In a first ever conversation with each other Dr. Amanda Washington Lockett, great-great granddaughter of Booker T. Washington and Arthur McFarlane III, great-great grandson of W.E.B. DuBois discuss building a brighter and better future for Black Americans.

Dec 21, 202059:34
Monique Doughty

Monique Doughty

Monique Doughty aka “Nurse Mo” shares her journey in becoming a global travel nurse turned well-being focused entrepreneur.

Dec 15, 202043:27
Jamiles Lartey

Jamiles Lartey

The Marshall Project’s Jamiles Lartey discusses his journey in finding his true calling and what to expect in the new era of politics.

Nov 20, 202050:00