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In this 2-part episode, BGN interviews talent and literary agent Tiauna Jackson and Producer Lyn Sisson-Talbert for the film soundtrack to Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey. Tiauna Jackson owns The Jackson Agency. Ms. Jackson built her agency from the ground up within the entertainment industry’s most competitive market, Los Angeles. She made history by becoming the first Writer’s Guild of America franchise in Atlanta, Georgia and is believed to be the first known Black woman with 100 percent ownership of her agency to become a WGA franchise in Los Angeles. Host: Ryanne Lyn Sisson-Talbert is a producer for the soundtrack to the film Jingle Jangle: A Christmas Journey is a musical adventure and a visual spectacle for the ages – a wholly fresh and spirited family holiday event. From the imagination of her husband writer-director-producer David E. Talbert, the film features original songs by John Legend, Philip Lawrence, Davy Nathan, and "This Day" performed by Usher featuring Kiana Ledé, Jingle Jan

In this 2-part episode, we invite actor Saoirse Ronan and have a hot topic discussion about the 2020 election. Segment 1: Saoirse stars in the new film 'Ammonite' opposite Kate Winslet. In 1800s England, acclaimed but unrecognized fossil hunter Mary Anning (Kate Winslet) works alone on the rugged Southern coastline. When a wealthy visitor entrusts Mary with the care of his wife Charlotte Murchison (Saoirse Ronan), she cannot afford to turn his offer down. Proud and relentlessly passionate about her work, Mary initially clashes with her unwelcome guest, but despite the distance between their social class and personalities, an intense bond begins to develop, compelling the two women to determine the true nature of their relationship. Host: Cat Segment 2: The 2020 Presidential election is finally over. The BGN Podcast staff give their hot takes about this past election year as well as the controversy surrounding the results of ballot counts, missing concession speeches, and what to expect under a Biden/Har

BGN chats with Jarvis Houston, the U.S. spokesperson for 'I Love Black People'. I Love Black People was co-founded by Christopher Mapondera, a Zimbabwean, and Sinclair Skinner, an African-American. ILBP is a Black tech startup that uses technology to build a global network to protect Black people from racism & xenophobia, especially while traveling and in new environments. ILBP provides safe places for Black people across the world. ILBP is a leader in the creation of a cultural shift that empowers Black people with the tools to spend their dollars with and in communities and places where they will be safe. ILBP focuses on engaging and connecting the Black community as customers to Black-owned & Black friendly businesses. Host: Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

BGN Podcast hosts Ryanne and Angelica return to recap episode 2 of the hit HBO series 'Lovecraft Country'.  The two hosts breakdown the episode aptly titled "Whitey's on the Moon". Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

In this 3-part episode, BGN welcomes E’myri Crutchfield (Fargo), Crystal Nelson (Grand Army), and Alphonso Romero Jones II (Grand Army) to the podcast. Segment 1: E’myri Crutchfield stars in FX’s Emmy-winning anthology series Fargo. She is the breakout star, which also features Chris Rock and Jason Schwartzman.  E’myri portrays the narrator of the story, Ethelrida Smutny, a mixed-race teenager wise beyond her years, who is determined to improve her lot in life through education. Hosted by: Ryanne Segment 2: Crystal Nelson stars in the Netflix series Grand Army.  She plays seventeen-year-old ‘Tor’ who is a strong, confident, hilarious lesbian woman and an integral part of the basketball team. Though she comes from a well-off family, she continues to be grateful for what she has and stays grounded as she sees others around her struggling. Crystal is in real life a proud lesbian and member of the LGBTQ community. Born and raised in Maryland. Hosted by: Ryanne Segment 3: Alphonso Romero Jones II po

In a special episode dedicated to the Cinemax series 'Warrior' —  BGN interviews 3 cast members from the show broken up into 3 segments. Segment 1: Oliva Cheng plays Ah Toy in the series 'Warrior'. A bisexual Madame in charge of the Hop Wei's brothel. She takes an interest with Ah Sahm due to his connections with Mai Ling. Cheng has also appeared in 'Deadly Class' and was a former correspondent for 'Entertainment Tonight Canada'. Segment 2: Dianne Doan plays Mai Ling, the wife of Long Zii, head of the Long Zii Tong. She is actually Ah Sahm's sister, Xiaojing, who ran away from China to the US to escape from her abusive husband Sun Yang, who forced her to marry him to prevent him from killing her brother. As Long Zii's wife, she is the de facto second in command of the Long Zii gang. Doan is known for portraying Lonnie in the Disney Channel Original Movies 'Descendants' and 'Descendants 2' Segment 3: Andrew Koji plays Ah Sahm, a Chinese martial arts expert of partial European ancestry from his white American

The BGN Podcast this week features a 2-part episode featuring animators and authors. In our first segment, Cabblow Studios was founded by a mother and daughter in Johannesburg, South Africa. Dr. Tshepo P. Maaka (“Dr. T”) and her daughter, animator and creative director Kabelo “Cabblow” Maaka, work together to create short films, series, and medical animation where they simplify medical content through the charm of animation making it easier to understand, less intimidating, and easier to remember.  Host: Ryanne In our second segment, Nic Stone is the author of the New York Times bestseller and William C. Morris finalist Dear Martin and its companion novel Dear Justyce, which looks at the power of circumstance in decision-making, and seeks to stir compassion for a population of black children who have been deemed unworthy of it: the incarcerated.  Host: Jeandra Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

BGN interviews Comedy Central's Dulcé Sloan about her new podcast 'That Black Ass Show', Sloan talks to special guests to celebrate some of America’s iconic Black shows that have and continue to shape the world. From 90’s classics like the 'Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' and 'Martin' to modern shows like 'Insecure' and 'Atlanta', Sloan does a deep dive into the show’s origin, classic moments, and fun facts that everyone can enjoy.  Interviewer: Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

Better late than never!  Recap hosts Angelica and Ryanne return to recap the popular HBO sci-fi series 'Lovecraft Country'.  These breakdowns will not only include episode recaps, but also the history behind the books and the context within each of these stories.  If you're a fan of this series you don't want to miss these recaps! This recap features episode 1 "Sundown" Hosts: Angelica and Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

In this 2-part episode, BGN interviews comedian Calise Hawkins who released her first full length comedy album Calise is 40 AF. Calise has appeared on Oxygen, Disney, Adult Swim, Comedy Central, and MTV. Hosted by Jeandra. In our second segment, Ryanne takes a deep dive into the character of Shuri from the Marvel comics and cinematic universe.  Hosted by Ryanne. Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

BGN presents a 2-part episode featuring indie filmmaker Trey Haley and actor Bethany Antonia. Trey Haley is a director with 25+ film and television titles across multiple genres and is currently in season 2 of his hit crime drama 'The Family Business' premiered July 2 on BET+. Bethany Antonia is a scene-stealer as Margot Rivers in Netflix’s new thriller series 'Get Even' adapted from the popular book series “Don’t Get Mad” by Gretchen McNeil. Host: Ryanne Edited by: Jamie Broadnax Music by: Sammus

This 2-part episode features actors Tawny Newsome and Mya Harrison.  Tawny appears in the new CBS All Access series 'Star Trek: Lower Decks' which made its premiere this summer. Mya Harrison notably known for her stunning singer career, is also an actor, and chats about her return in season 2 of the Urban Movie Channel series '5th Ward'. Host: Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

BGN welcomes a 2-part episode featuring Emmy nominees. Tanya Barfield wrote Episode 3 of the Hulu series Mrs. America. Barfield is an acclaimed playwright and WGA Award winner also known for her writing on The Americans.  She has also written on Ray Donovan.  Amanda Jones received her first Emmy nomination this year for her score on Apple TV’s documentary series Home. This nomination gives her the unique distinction of being the first African American woman nominated in the score category. Host: Ryanne Edited by: Jamie Broadnax Music by: Sammus

BGN welcomes rapper Dai Burger to the podcast. Queens, NY rapper Dai Burger's ferocious style and unfettered lyrical confidence make clear that she is not to be messed with. Dai got her start as a back-up dancer for Lil Mama before launching her career with 2010's independently-released MyMixxxytape. Three mixtapes, an EP, and an LP later, Dai's sharpened her fiery flows into a pop-trap style that never loses its edge. Interviewer: Jeandra Editor: Jamie Broadnax

The directors behind the animated film 'Animal Crackers' sit down with BGN to talk about the film and how they put the star-studded cast together. Scott Sava (based on his graphic novel of the same name) and Tony Bancroft ('Mulan') discuss the origin story of how this film was brought to Netflix.  'Animal Crackers' is about a family who must use a magical box of Animal Crackers to save a run-down circus from being taken over by their evil uncle Horatio P. Huntington.  Host: Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

Angelica and Jordan share their personal experiences being single moms and raising their kids. As well as what it is like to raise their children in a racially charged climate. For all of the moms to be out there or mothers out there that want to hear stories similar to yours this is a show you do not want to miss. Host: Angelica Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

Maurice Harris is a Los Angeles-based artist who is best known as the visionary behind Bloom & Plume, a floral design studio located in Echo Park. Hosted by acclaimed artist, Maurice Harris, 'Centerpiece' explores the nature of creativity with celebrity guests as they go deep into what drives their passion, creativity, and spirit to create mind-blowing floral art installations. Guests include: Rashida Jones, Maya Rudolph, Tessa Thompson, and more. 'Centerpiece' is now available on Quibi. Host: Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

This week the BGN Podcast releases a 2-part episode featuring actress Kylie Bunbury (Pitch, Brave New World) and entrepreneur Jessica Sinclair. In our first segment, Jessica Sinclair who also refers to herself as a nursepreneur talks about her first book "Network Like You Mean It:  A Nurse's Journey to Entrepreneurship & Purpose" and her journey of highlighting the power of networking. In our second segment, you know actress Kylie Bunbury best from the Fox TV series 'Pitch'. She's returned back to television starring in the new Peacock TV series 'Brave New World' as Frannie. Frannie is Lenina’s best friend, a Beta Plus who embraces her conditioning and New London’s social order. Host: Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

We present to you in this amazing 2-part episode of the BGN Podcast 2 Black female superheroines who are heroines to us both on and off the screen! The first segment features Anjelika Washington who discusses her new role on CW's "Stargirl" as Beth Chapel. The second segment features actor Toya Turner who plays Shotgun Mary in the Netflix series "Warrior Nun" one of the most talked-about characters in the series! Host: Ryanne Music by: Sammus Edited by: Jamie Broadnax

Miriam A. Hyman can be seen starring on season three of Showtime’s critically acclaimed series The Chi.  She joins the cast this year and shines as Dre, a high school guidance counselor who affects the lives of her students in a major way.   Miriam is also a songwriter and hip-hop lyricist and records under the moniker Robyn Hood.  Her latest EP Truth Teller (February 2020) is her fourth independent project to date.   You listen to her music here: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/robyn-hood/1182262556 Host: Ryanne Editor: Jamie Broadnax Music by: Sammus