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The Radio Boys C.Truth & Kev Lawrence are joined by artist, executive and writer Jeff Redd (@therealjeffredd). Jeff talked about his father’s influence on singing, his days as a Grammy winning A&R, history making times at Uptown Records, how it feels to have a forever hit record, why he rewrote "You called & told me”, how talent was made in the 90s, helping a young Busta Rhymes, setting fashion trends, the things you couldn’t do as artists, the importance of movie soundtracks, promoting your records in person, movies up next, re-imagining BK fashion store, doing art exhibits, why it’s time to put some clothes on, the reason customer service is everything, in store tailor service, art in current times and more.

The Radio Boys C.Truth & Kev Lawrence are joined by entrepreneur Jason Lopez of JJL Collectibles (@jjlcollectibles). Jason talked about his intro to comics, relating to the X-Men, independent comics, importance of Todd McFarlane, grading comics, the business of comics, what a CGC facilitator does, the oldest comic book he has, how comic books are like hiphop, why he quit his day job for comics, a historic sale for nearly $2 million dollars, investing in comics, giving back to the next generation, variating covers, taking comics to a global scale, writing more characters down the road and more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) were joined by artist, storyteller and sound designer Ace Wonda (@_acewonda). Ace talked about growing up in New Jersey, what the Howard University experience was like plus what he learned from it, importance of performing on different stages/venues, connecting with the audience, planting roots in the DMV area, passion for creating music, high integrity & honor in keeping your word, what building his own studio provided, getting more into sound design, being the best father, real estate/investing, being a big technology fan and more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) were joined by artist and musician JENN EM' (@jnmsngs). Jenn talked about moving to LA from Maryland, connecting with Snoop Dogg at new Death Row records, graduating from UCLA, learning to skate, how the rolling skate community changed her direction of future music, being a Washington Commanders fan, goals as an artist/entrepreneur, studying the neuroscience of creativity, thoughts on A.I., why artist need to be involved in policy around music tech, why there was no joy in her life in the past, finding an adult hobby, love of animals, cooking, healing with songwriting, wanting to do film/TV, helping develop young artist, the Jenn Em movie and more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) were joined by artist, actor, and dancer Monia Amore (@moniaamore). Monia talked about growing up in Brooklyn, The Smooth B from Nice n Smooth collaboration, coming from a musical family, experience of going to infamous Performing Arts High School in NYC, learning from signing to major label Epic/SONY, her Foot Clan dance group, doing off broadway shows, performing with actor LEON, why she loves house music, what her music is geared towards, being in the show “Rap Star” on Tubi and more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) were joined by entrepreneur, chef and philanthropist Hip Hop Chef DR (@hiphopchefdr7). DR talked about being given Gracie Mansion award for community service by NYC mayors office, circle of trust non profit company, his cooking class, teaching children to be entrepreneurs, health care, adult day care, being a treasurer for Al Sharpton’s National Action Network, feeding and clothing people, why churches shouldn’t ask you for money, Harlem roots, why we must unite now, love over money slogan, being chef for: NBA, NFL, NYU, NYSE; buy black events, why he doesn’t do pop up shops, USDA, fake food being sold, proper nutrition, what should go in the fridge and more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) were joined by entrepreneur and writer Little Shawn (@behindthesmokex). Shawn talked about why he doesn't do many interviews, thoughts on Diddy's situation and why he should drop his lawyer, not meshing with non creatives, correcting D-Nice, being on the real Con Air, federal laws, upcoming election, why he will not writer another book, how he got back to music, connection to tourism in Panama, developing screen writing curriculum at Rutgers University, his cigar business, incident with Allhiphop.com, problem with journalist Kevin Powell, writing movies in 12 days and more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) were joined by emcee, writer, and engineer Emma Lee M.C. Emma spoke about the journey from Uganda, the magic of 90s Harlem, working movie sets, black arts movement, her mentor (Godfather of Tupac Shakur) Jamal Joseph, writing an Oscar nominated song for film August Rush, career as editor/audio engineer, “Y’all not gonna make me lose my mind” book, mental health, how hip hip culture inspired her, having a rap career with longevity, Hip Hop Unicorn trivia game, being an advocate for emotional wellness, how she got through suicide, performing for audiences who don’t want to hear you, taking up boxing/football/wrestling for 10 yrs, finding ways to uplift people and more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) were joined by singer and writer Rielle (@itsriellemusic). RIELLE talked about how she was able to get her music out coming from Larchmont NY which is not known for that, starting to write songs at 11 years old, the Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde song that showcases her versatility, how her mom was the plug for her business representation, the efficacy of music, lessons learned in her young career so far, studying public relations, love for the arts, maintaining human relationships in the age of technology, favorite books, future travel wish list, what a Rielle book would be about and more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) were joined by D.C. emcee and engineer Priest Da Nomad (@priestdanomad) . Priest spoke on doing hip hop theater with Chadwick Boseman, building the U street art scene in NW DC, history of DC, Freestyle Union, how he became an engineer, waiting tables at B.Smith’s, connection to Young Guru, working with; Dru Hill, Bizmarkie, Ludacris, Bumpy Knuckles, how engineering helped him as an artist, difference between producers and beat makers, what the pandemic did for music, no beef with Go Go & Hip Hop, his documentary “ I was the weirdo” coming soon, break beats from go go musicians, drugs in the 90s disrupting the music on the streets, people not respecting the city and more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) were joined by Amanda Jane (@iam.soulmuze) and Robbie DeBarros (@revohlooceorobz) of technology company Revohloo. Amanda & Robbie talked about What is Revohloo, how the business started, evolution of music videos, Revohloo being an artist centric company, The group Chocolate Syrup, dreams deferred, leaving the banking world to build up Revohloo, challenges in the tech space as women, ideas being stolen, why black tech matters, Early supporters of Revohloo, other billion dollar tech companies like Instagram/Youtube spying on them, building an app for Microsoft teams, need of more support from our own, your opportunity to get a piece of Revohloo and more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) talked with actor/musician Ron Nery Jr. (@ronneryjr). Ron talked about his Hip hop dance crew in college, working for Lions Gate/MGM/Disney Studios, not being fulfilled with corporate life, friends making it in entertainment, 2 out of 100 agencies responding to him, booking 1st TV show in 2016 on TLC, doing music as Ron Velvet, 30 unreleased tracks because of Covid, entertainment in the Filipino community, how he got into children’s music, getting parents trust in the children’s music world, how social media can be toxic, addressing negativity in songs, wanting to do animation, why soap operas are still popular, advice for Filipinos getting into entertainment and more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) were joined by artist/songwriter Milton J. Milton spoke on working with producer Charlemagne in studio, where he gets inspiration, finding his voice, artists needing multi-job backgrounds, many influences, opening up shows for Jelly Roll, growing up in Frederick Maryland, strong family support, mash up marathon, favorite comics, crossroads music coming soon, how he defines success, the best Batman and more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) talked with entertainment executive and non-profit activist Rene John-Sandy of Hip Hop Loves (@hiphoploves). Rene spoke about moving from the U.S. to Rio De Janeiro, promoting parties at age 16, being the first in the online lifestyle magazine space, work as an artist manager, college radio promotions, why he started Hip Hop Loves, challenges of running the organization, learning a new language, working around police operations, rich culture in Favelas, continued work of Hip Hop Loves around the world, employing local artists, military police vs. militias, being a co-founder of Spit Kicker (De La Soul, Common, Talib Kweli, Mos Def), youth talent in Rio and more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) were joined by actor/producer/assistant director Melvin Taylor II.(@melvintaylorii). Melvin talked about doing radio in between auditions, missing special occasions because of acting, his first big NBC/Netflix TV role on Manifest, going from driver to getting on the big screen, the bad movie that made him audition, being frustrated with limited roles offered, his film Baldy (@baldyfilm) on young male hair loss he wrote, surprise reaction he received from his college theater department, the day acting began and more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) spoke with the versatile Nikki Duncan Smith (@nikkiduncansmith). Nikki talked about about doing children’s books, writing for Bloc heads comics, growing up down the street from Charlie Mack, going to church with Will Smith, Philly radio playing hip hop in the day, Pop Art’s Lawrence Goodman being responsible for: Juice Crew, Doug E. Fresh, Slick Rick, Salt n Papa; work on the Hip Hop museum board artist relations committee, valuing intellectual property, story behind Grandmaster Caz -Rappers delight, penning the MTV rock the vote ad scripts, getting recruited by Bill Duke, being best friends with Lauryn Hill, Sunday school ministry and more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) chopped it up with supergroup Abstract Mindstate (@abstractmindstate) from the Crib. Members Ice-Grē (@olskool_icegre) and Ep Da Hell Cat (@epdahellcat) talked about meeting up at Jackson State University, battling Jay Z at Breakout in Mobile Alabama, writing the "I refuse to quit" book, being from the crib, why the long hiatus, working at Loud Records on some of the most classic albums ever, getting multiple degrees, European tour with Slum Village, doing A&R at Good Music, working with Kanye West, being hands on with the Big Sean debut, legends from Chicago and more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) spoke with artist and educator Mellow Man Ace (@mellow_man_ace). Ace talked about his Afro Cuban heritage, doing the 1st all Spanish rap record, flights of liberty program, moving to the United States, the song that started it all "Mentirosa", why he wasn’t in Cypress Hill, where Castro went wrong, his arts & edutainment program, B Real being in his break dance crew, learning percussion, getting kicked out of his house, coming from a family of musicians, their early dress code, his brother Sen Dog of Cypress Hill and more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) are joined by artist and emcee producer REKS (@rekshiphop). REKS talked about the layout of the city Lawrence MA, reverse migration, family background, going to Italy to record, Lawrence Hip Hop heavyweights, releasing 33 EP projects, salute to elders, finding himself, importance of 33, being driven by ancestors, building a studio at home and more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) spoke with artist/actress TONISTEELZ (@tonisteelz). Toni a 5x Grammy nom, Award winning artist/actress and producer spoke about the old Brooklyn, meeting General Steele from Smif n Wesson, her Nike commercial, new film with comedian Donnell Rawlings, sneaking into her brothers' studio to make music, being a child prodigy dancer, history/culture of Garifuna people, St.Vincent connection, navigation before technology, working with young women in the community, music helping to regulate her feelings, her Rap-Sis entertainment program, work she would never do, products she would not promote and more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) spoke with artist, motivational speaker and journalist TRE DOT (@bosstredot). TRE talked about why he moved so much, restarting in DC, going to school with Fredo Star of Onyx, speaking in church at 8yrs old, writing at a young age, becoming a therapist, Dog house anti-bullying comic book, battling depression, root cause analysis, nutrition & fitness, child support, Accountability as men, making difficult conversations comfortable, not holding onto pain, having an outlet to channel emotions and more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) spoke with actor and performer Charles Massey (@cmass_enterprise). Charles talked about being raised in Harlem, father from West Philly, Sugar Hill history, movie Shaft being shot in his building, seeing legend Richard Roundtree at 7 years old, classic flick Claudine being filmed around the corner from him, his entry into entertainment, running an operations department, his 1st film, getting help from Giancarlo Esposito for a speaking role, upcoming joint with Ving Rhames, using an African accent in a film that may become a mini series, love of the Mets and more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) caught up with artist/actor Armeen Acy (@officialshaliek). Armeen talked about about moving to Atlanta for acting, putting music on pause, Co starring in the Botch movie, unlicensed doctors, cosmetic surgeries costing lives, prepping for "Botch" movie, messages in art, wanting his roles to speak to people/community, the TUBI platform and more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) caught up with photographer, videographer and photo-journalist Robert Mayer aka Photo Rob. Rob spoke on what got him into photography, the Rakim reveal, having the eye, why seated portraits are his favorite, therapeutic feeling of hip hop, connection with stars he's shot, his influences, jobs he won't do, privacy standards, using photos in news stories, the honor of photography, the community of hip hop and more. Rob has photographed Chrissy Teigen, Nas, Jay Z, Q Tip, Aisha Tyler, Dapper Dan, April Walker, Ralph McDaniels, Smif n Wessun, Sean Price, Redman, and Pete Rock to name a few.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) are joined by artist/emcee DRES (@blacksheepdres) of the legacy hip hop group Black Sheep. Dres spoke on What a black sheep of the family really is, real life story behind Strobelite honey record, the long island ice teas, a lesson in publishing and intellectual property, How songs in commercials work, the building full of lawyers, Younger vs older generation, Documentary: choice if yours on Paramount Plus, CBS Hip Hop 50 performance, The Yo MTV raps experience, new music coming and more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) are joined by artist/musician Haviah Mighty (@haviahmighty) coming straight outta Toronto Canada. Haviah speaks on singing at 4yrs old, her musical family, wearing multiple hats from producer to writer to rapper, Toronto artists getting their due, what inspires her, fun outside of music, crying cystals, meaning of the name, the creative process, breaking ground for women and more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) caught up with Grammy Winning Producer, Recording Artist and DJ Eddie F (@djeddief). Eddie spoke on helping launch La Face records, setting up supergroup TLC to gain momentum, discovering R&B artist Donell Jones, becoming an A&R for La Reid, working with new talent, Heavy D, The Collins Brothers, seeing early hip hop at Brush Park, famous folks from Mount Vernon, his new album and more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) are joined by Hoops Legend and Dallas Mavericks assistant coach God Shammgod (@godshammgod12). Shammgod talked about NBA legend Tiny Archibald, his infamous move, showing Kobe Bryant how to dribble, the best McDonalds All Americans, young NBA stars recognizing him, RocNation conversations with Jay Z, staying humble, being thankful for his name, his Puma shoe release and more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) welcome back master percussionist, arts educator, and GRAMMY ® Award-winning musician Chief Ayanda Clarke (@chiefayandaclarke). Chief Ayanda spoke about the Masterclass: "Drum Talk The Dialogue between music & spirit" with Will Calhoun of Living Color, the essence of Afro Latino, how he became chief officially, the purpose of the masterclass, Demystifying Africa, Collective understanding, origins of Afro beat, the importance of Living Color band, what the audience will gain from the Masterclass, helping launch True to our Native Land series with Thermal Soundwaves and more...

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) chopped it up with filmmaker Ray Landski (@landskixclusives) of the "U Gotta...Respect The Legends of Hip Hop Legacy" documentary (@ugottarespect). Ray talked about KayGee of Naughty by Nature helping the film get started, why the documentary is important to him, the influence of Video Music Box, the impact New Jersey has had on hip hop, infamous rap label Rap-a-lot signing Jersey group first, where you can see the doc, house music representing the Jersey culture, vision of where he sees the film going and more...

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) got into a spirited conversation with Founder and CEO April Silver (@aprilrsilver) of PR/Marketing business Akila Worksongs (@akilaworksongs). April talked about amplifying the voices of the community, non-transactional relationships, celebrating 30 years at Akila Worksongs, message to young journalist, why Akila Worksongs is important as a PR/Marketing agency, consuming good content, stories that are saving people's lives, life knowledge with KRS One at the Brooklyn Public Library event, upcoming documentary/books on the horizon, International African Arts Festival in Brooklyn, what's next at Akila Worksongs and more...

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) got into the gaming world with artist/specialist Hip Hop Gamer (@hiphopgamer). He talked about being a game journalist, going to E3 the superbowl of gaming, beating celebrities like: (Xzibit, Erick Sermon, Sticky Fingers, T Pain) at games, the best Grand Theft Auto, being the best at Tekken 7, beating a game developer at his own creation, his grandmother's influence, Michael Vick going crazy in Madden, more social responsibility in gaming, studying the business, improving the tech in games, discrimination in gaming and more...

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) took it to the courts with Linda Hicks (@Adliallc) commissioner of Black Top Streetball Association (@blacktopstreetball). Linda talked about history of street ball, duties of commissioner for BTSBA, playing in Rucker, possible Netflix documentary, growing up playing basketball, training athletes, making history in Newark, the next evolution of street ball, how to get involved with the league, community synergy, ownership in the league and more...

On this episode of Thermal Soundwaves C.Truth welcomes artist YaYa Bey (@yayabeybay). YaYa talked about baking biscuits, her teaching experience, internalizing misogyny, learning patience, vinyl records, staying ready, connecting more with herself, love of Kelis, baking with cannabis, digging classic artists like: (Donny Hathaway, Sarah Vaughan); curating art shows, what children have to teach, remembering your north star and more...

On this special episode of Thermal Soundwaves covering the Conch Shell International Film Fest 2022, C.Truth welcomes Director Dawn Wilkinson (@directordawn) who has worked on: Empire, The Good Doctor, How to Get Away with Murder, Dynasty to name a few. Dawn talked about her love of the beach, feelings on Conch Shell IFF, shooting home movies early, coming up in Toronto, what the job of the director is, restaurant recommendations, the experience directing "Block Party" 1st Juneteenth family comedy, telling personal stories, taking up tennis, big influence of films: "Do the right thing", "Daughters of the dusk"; excitement about her film "Devotion," current work on (Ghost Power book 2, Bel Air, All American, Orphan Black echoes), how working at Toronto film festival gave her insight to cinema, changes she wants to see in the industry, advice for young filmmakers and more...

On this special episode of Thermal Soundwaves covering the Conch Shell International Film Fest 2022, C.Truth welcomes Actress/Playwright/Educator/Activist REGINA TAYLOR (@TheReginaTaylor). Regina spoke about the preparation for her role on "The First Lady," writing children's books, taking journalism in college but falling in love with performing arts, early role in a movie about the Little Rock 9 who integrated the Arkansas school system, the masterclass she is teaching at Conch Shell IFF, being drawn to roles that gives a lane to the voiceless & everyday work people, looking at historical strategies to forge new ones in order to move forward, works produced on Broadway as a playwright, how you can integrate social justice into the work, writing about topics from women jazz musicians to Afro futurism, her world famous dinner parties, comparing the Anita Hill situation to progress with judge Ketanji Brown Jackson, her black album mixtape - resistance plays 2022 box set and more...

On this special episode of Thermal Soundwaves covering the Conch Shell International Film Fest 2022, C.Truth welcomes Director/Filmmaker Writer Marquis Smalls (@MarqSmalls). Marquis talked about being inspired by Empire strikes back movie, getting to watch Spike Lee & Ernest Dickerson work on set at an early age, growing up in Marcy projects, how he ended up at specialized Brooklyn Tech high school, thoughts on being officially selected at CSIFF, doing a masterclass on producing, what hating Obama project was really about, process in getting work to streaming services/cable networks, knowing what it will take to make the story you are telling, coaching a girls basketball team, Mis-education documentary based on American education approach since Carter G. Woodson's book, lessons learned from teaching days plus being an education consultant, advice for young students, having fun flying the Millennium falcon and more.

On this special episode of Thermal Soundwaves covering the Conch Shell International Film Fest 2022, C.Truth welcomes Award winning Theater/TV/Film Writer France-Luce Benson (@francelucebenso). France talked about difficulties growing up in Miami, when the love of performing began, how she starting writing plays out of not being considered for roles & typecast, subject matter that she covers in her work,  being officially selected at CSIFF this year, what changes she wants to see in film/TV, working on a trilogy about the Haitian Revolution, the pilot about a Caribbean woman seeking revenge for her parents, being in the writers room at CBS, big reaction to her first play "Silence of the Mambo," plus more.

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) chopped it up with entrepreneur trail blazer Carlos Parrott (@carloslexani). Carlos talked about growing up in Long Beach after moving from Chicago, having 12 NBA players signed to Dada Supreme, getting product placement in a Marvel movie without a budget, the value of cool, connection to Jo Koy, taking Dada from zero to $48 million annually, interest in music publishing, posting up at the Hollywood Roscoe's networking, doing the first tour shirts for Black Eye Peas, coming up with Lexani Wheels, starting Creative Alliance for licensing opportunities with various companies, almost signing Paul Pierce, endorsements from: (NWA, DMX, Dr Dre); building with stylist/set directors on movie sets, putting in work internationally (Japan, China, Middle East, England); signing Snoop to Dada early on and more...

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) spoke with artist/Phd Professor Lyrical (@ProfLyrical). Pro talked about being an Associate teaching Professor of Mathematics, doctorate in higher education, opening an alternative high school program, how he got his music placed in the movie "Montréal Girls," demographics and life in Lowell Mass, balancing making music vs. pursuing degrees, what happens when it's cool to be smart, the album that went with the book he wrote, where the interest in math came from, disparity of wealth, college speaking tour, moving to Cambridge Mass, what's next and more...

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) caught up with director/writer Bobby Yan (@bobbyyan). Bobby talked about his first movie for TV One/Lifetime "Stalker", working with Disney discover showcase (Chadwick Bosman, Lupita Nyong'o, Gina Rodriguez) for ABC casting, start in the business through Video Music Box, being conscious of how people view his work, Soulful sound project, love of gospel music, Short film "XXVisible" following life of an Asian American during the pandemic, goal to create a video game, why he's the karaoke champ, working with stars Christian Keyes and Meta Golding; passion for gaming, favorite films, why it's good to look outside the box for inspiration, what it's like to write with someone else and more...

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) talked to director (film/TV/commercial) Stacey Muhammad (@STACEYMUHAMMAD). Stacey spoke on her documentary "Second line, the series"; being part of the historic last season of Black Ish, being a ballet dancer for a while, what she wants to leave with her work, the real world of ballet, some New Orleans history, writing scripts, the episodic resume building (Queen Sugar, Love Life, Guilty Party, Harlem, Raising Kanan); tackling the horror genre, pivotal black women in film, what her fun time looks like and more...

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) talked to community leader Drayton D. Jackson (@MrDDJackson) of Foundation for Homeless & Poverty Management (@homelesspovertymanagement). Drayton spoke on selling greeting cards in the Brownsville projects, economic blueprint the U.S. uses that came from his group, show stories about Doug E Fresh, $300,000 raised for rental assistance from his foundation, where the entrepreneur spirit comes from, Black promoters getting blocked from shows, what he learned from Russell Simmons, why Diddy was always screaming at him, production deals that he can't speak on due to NDAs, why music credit is so important, being homeless but still going to $1M parties, what you're not told about child support, starting his touring/production company, dismantling poverty and more...

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) caught up with Octavius “Doc Ock” (@AMZN_Doc_Ock) of Symphonic Distribution (@symphonicdist). Doc Ock talked about Influencer marketing, branching out on his own, breaking Bad Bunny, digital music distribution, booking agency business, street team days, Electronic game marketing, TV/film placements, what you need to obtain Symphonic services, Jermaine Dupri venture, Dallas Austin company, working A&R at Universal during the Young money/Cash money boom, Ad campaigns, the uprise of streaming business and more...

The Radio Boys (C.Truth, Kev Lawrence) spoke to dynamic Black Girl Geniuses Mother Nature (@MO_Nature). Mother Nature talked about meeting at University of Illinois, community building, tapping into the youth, impact they want to have on the world, their non profit Mother Nature Inc. housing a comprehensive uplifting workshop series, Entrepreneurship, mental health, why they chose the name Mother Nature, learning how to be at peace, significance of being in Essence magazine, love of travel, being immersive in the experience of life, studying sociology, successful education project in Los Angeles and more...