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It Takes A Village with Delina MedhinS3. EP.54 - Issa Rae, The EntrepreneurIn this episode of It Takes a Village, Delina welcomes Issa Rae for a candid discussion covering various facets of her life and career. Issa Rae is a dynamic force in entertainment, known for creating and starring in the Peabody-winning series, Insecure, and for her roles in Barbie, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, and American Fiction. As the founder of HOORAE Media, Issa champions diverse storytelling across film, TV, and music. Issa’s commitment to her community in South LA shines through her investments in local businesses, including Hilltop Cafe + Kitchen, Somerville, and Sienna Naturals, a Black-owned vegan hair care li...2025-01-2849 min
A Dose of Black Joy and CaffeineSeason 9 - [EP 251] Benoni Tagoe (Talent Strategy and Entertainment Executive)Launching his career as assistant to the Jonas Brothers, Benoni Tagoe quickly became a part of the band’s day-to-day management team and through that experience developed a keen sense of entrepreneurship. Since then, Tagoe has produced content for both TV and New Media on platforms that have collectively garnered over 20 million views. In a dual role, Tagoe was the Head of Business Development for Issa Rae Productions, which became HOORAE (The Mis-Adventures of Awkward Black Girl and HBO’s ‘Insecure’)and President of Raedio (Issa Rae’s music initiative).
Throughout his career Benoni has closed multiple joint venture rec...2024-10-0624 min
Chat Sh!t: The Official Rap Sh!t PodcastChat Sh!t Season 2 Loading...Get ready for the return of your favorite dynamic duo! Jessie Woo and Zach Campbell are back to break down all the hilarious moments, explore the season's themes and more from Max original series, Rap Sh!t. Stream Rap Sh!t Season 2 starting November 9th only on Max. Subscribe to Chat Sh!t: The Official Rap Sh!t Podcast wherever you get your podcasts or catch the video version on Max, Spotify or Max and Raedio's YouTube channels.2023-11-0200 min
Self Love LoungeIt's Okay To Go Where You Fear The Most (With WilliE)Fear is not your enemy but your driving force towards fulfilling your wildest dreams. We've all been a victim to our fears. We might accept wearing other people's masks as a shield only to realize we are being haunted by the choices we made for ourselves. WilliE, Artist/Songwriter at Roc Nation (Founded by Jay Z) and I in this episode remind you that the next time you feel fear, take your power back and make the decision to do whatever you set your mind to do. Your motto should be, "Do it scared." Because what's the worst that...2023-05-0728 min
Chat Sh!t: The Official Rap Sh!t PodcastS1 Ep. 8: Something For The Road | Scene in BlackIt looks like the girls are hitting the road, but maybe not the way Jessie and Zach were expecting. We open up the chat one last time to get into Shawna & Mia’s future and the potential fallout from the scam sh!t hitting the fan. Plus, Jessie puts us on to something you might not know about a certain cast member. Chat Sh!t is a Scene in Black podcast produced by Loud Speakers Network & Raedio Follow @RapShitOnMax on IG and @SceneInBlack on IG & Twitter Executive Produ...2022-09-021h 07
Chat Sh!t: The Official Rap Sh!t PodcastS1 Ep. 7: Something For The DJ | Scene in BlackIt’s the moment we’ve all been waiting for — the first official performance by Shawna & Mia. Jessie and Zach chat it up about the pre-show prep, groupie behavior, and more than one failure to read the room. Plus, Jessie puts us on to the source of the sample for the girls’ new track. Chat Sh!t is a Scene in Black podcast produced by Loud Speakers Network & Raedio Follow @RapShitOnMax on IG and @SceneInBlack on IG & TwitterWho’s having a Bad Bitch Renaissance this week? Let us know using #R...2022-08-261h 11
Chat Sh!t: The Official Rap Sh!t PodcastS1 Ep. 6: Something for The Gram | Scene in BlackGrab your Alize and get ready as Zach and Jessie chat it up about the aftermath of the slap, petty YouTube reviewers, hot girl Shawna’s hotel hookup, and what’s next for the girls. Plus, Jessie Puts You On to the Florida rap royalty behind the sample on Shawna & Mia’s new track. Chat Sh!t is a Scene in Black podcast produced by Loud Speakers Network & Raedio Follow @RapShitOnMax on IG and @SceneInBlack on IG & TwitterWho’s having a Bad Bitch Renaissance this week? Let us know using...2022-08-191h 11
Chat Sh!t: The Official Rap Sh!t PodcastS1 Ep. 5: Something for The Weekend | Scene in BlackThe Chat Sh!t Committee unpack the girls’ trip to the Big Apple. Jessie and Zach are chatting about industry events, shady brunch companions, and that IG livestream. Plus, Jessie puts us on to an Easter egg you might have missed from this episode. Chat Sh!t is a Scene in Black podcast produced by Loud Speakers Network & Raedio Follow @RapShitOnMax on IG and @SceneInBlack on IG & TwitterWho’s having a Bad Bitch Renaissance this week? Lets know using #RapShit Executive Producers: Matt Raz & Chris Mo...2022-08-121h 11
Chat Sh!t: The Official Rap Sh!t PodcastS1 Ep. 4: Something for The Clubs | Scene in BlackJessie and Zach chat about sexy trees, proper club attire, and how one little pill can change your whole night. Plus, Jessie puts us on to a 305 legend, Sam Sneak.Chat Sh!t is a Scene in Black podcast produced by Loud Speakers Network & RaedioFollow @RapShitOnMax on IG and @SceneInBlack on IG & TwitterWho’s having a Bad Bitch Renaissance this week? Let us know using #RapShitExecutive Producers: Matt Raz & Chris MorrowAssociate Producer: Taylor HayesSocial Media Producer: Pablo The DonEditor: Ty...2022-08-051h 00
Chat Sh!t: The Official Rap Sh!t PodcastS1 Ep. 3: Something for The Hood | Scene in BlackWe shift our focus from Mia and Shawna and get to know Maurice, Lamont and Duke a little better. Zach and Jessie chop it up about the Miami heat, Haitian/Creole slang, the woes of being a freelancer, and the Chat Shit Committee issues a notes app apology to Lamont. Plus, we put you on to one of the oldest and Blackest neighborhoods in Miami. Chat Sh!t is a Scene in Black podcast produced by Loud Speakers Network & RaedioFollow @RapShitOnMax on IG and @SceneInBlack on IG & TwitterWho’s having a Bad...2022-07-2959 min
Chat Sh!t: The Official Rap Sh!t PodcastS1 Ep. 1: Something For The City | Scene in BlackZach Campbell and Jessie Woo dive into the premiere of the new HBO Max original series Rap Sh!t. We’re talking about our first impressions, from how well Miami and all its culture was displayed, to Mia and Shauna seducing and scheming their way into a viral moment. And you know we had to read the tea leaves and predict what’s going to happen in the next episode. Plus, Jessie breaks down the history of the real 305 bass music scene. Chat Sh!t is a Scene in Black podcastFollow @ RapShitOnMax on IG a...2022-07-2251 min
Chat Sh!t: The Official Rap Sh!t PodcastS1 Ep. 2: Something For The Girls | Scene in BlackLet’s talk about it! Zach and Jessie debate trendy rap vs. woke rap, and draw some interesting parallels between Mia and Shauna and some of today’s women in rap. We also discuss the politics of asking your friend to plug you into an opportunity you might not be ready for. Plus, Jessie puts us on to the origin of the episode title. Follow @ RapShitOnMax on IG and @ @SceneInBlack on IG & TwitterFollow @TheJessieWoo and @ZachCampbell for exclusive Chat Sh!t discussions and contentFollow @TheRaedio to learn more about the mus...2022-07-2257 min
The New Music Business with Ari HerstandHow HBO's Insecure Changed Music and the Launch of an Equitable Record LabelThis week on the New Music Business, I interviewed the multi-faceted Benoni Tagoe. As the president of Issa Rae’s music label and supervision agency, Raedio, Tagoe breaks down the “audio everywhere” company, what it means to develop an artist, as well as his experiences supervising shows such as Insecure and The Misadventures of Awkward Black Girl. Learn more about Raedio here: https://theraedio.com.3:37 Welcome5:53 How Benoni became a music supervisor13:40 How Raedio operates as a music supervision agency14:56 Music as a driving force in a series17:55 Writin...2022-04-2847 min
We Stay LookingWet and AloneRose heads to the Big Apple to find a missing eye witness in a high profile murder case.
We Stay Looking stars Terri J. Vaughn as Rose Cranberry and Tristen J. Winger as Petey. This episode features Kandi Burruss as Lorraine Lawson, Max Greenfield as Josh Scott, Kyla Pratt as Keisha, Kwaylon Rogers as Carson, Nick Viall as Blake Miller III, Rial Ellsworth as Judge Winberg, Christian Howard as Greg and more. Written by Kindsey Young with additional writing by Chris Sanford and Phylicia Pearl Mpasi.
Produced by Raedio, Tenderfoot TV, and...2021-12-2127 minWe Stay LookingWet and AloneRose heads to the Big Apple to find a missing eye witness in a high profile murder case.
We Stay Looking stars Terri J. Vaughn as Rose Cranberry and Tristen J. Winger as Petey. This episode features Kandi Burruss as Lorraine Lawson, Max Greenfield as Josh Scott, Kyla Pratt as Keisha, Kwaylon Rogers as Carson, Nick Viall as Blake Miller III, Rial Ellsworth as Judge Winberg, Christian Howard as Greg and more. Written by Kindsey Young with additional writing by Chris Sanford and Phylicia Pearl Mpasi.
Produced by Raedio, Tenderfoot TV, and...2021-12-2127 minWe Stay Looking"What Happened to the Mailboxes?"Rose gets political when she attempts to locate missing votes in a small Florida Town.
We Stay Looking stars Terri J. Vaughn as Rose Cranberry and Tristen J. Winger as Petey. This episode features David Hunter Jr. as Malcolm, William Lee Scott as Rupert Douglas, Veronica Mannion as Rachel and many more. Written by Phylicia Pearl Mpasi with additional writing by Kindsey Young and Chris Sanford.
Produced by Raedio, Tenderfoot TV, and HBO, with additional production by Swirl Films. We are proud to support The Black and Missing Foundation along with oth...2021-12-2032 minWe Stay Looking"What Happened to the Mailboxes?"Rose gets political when she attempts to locate missing votes in a small Florida Town.
We Stay Looking stars Terri J. Vaughn as Rose Cranberry and Tristen J. Winger as Petey. This episode features David Hunter Jr. as Malcolm, William Lee Scott as Rupert Douglas, Veronica Mannion as Rachel and many more. Written by Phylicia Pearl Mpasi with additional writing by Kindsey Young and Chris Sanford.
Produced by Raedio, Tenderfoot TV, and HBO, with additional production by Swirl Films. We are proud to support The Black and Missing Foundation along with oth...2021-12-2032 minWe Stay LookingEnjoy Prison, N*ggaRose helps transition former inmate, Lenny Walker, back into society.
We Stay Looking stars Terri J. Vaughn as Rose Cranberry and Tristen J. Winger as Petey. This episode features Amin Joseph as Lenny Walker, Jackee Harry as Ms. Hattie, Barton Fitzpatrick as Killa D, Nick Viall as Michael Durm, Jernard Burks as Correctional Officer and many more. Written by Chris Sanford with additional writing by Kindsey Young and Phylicia Pearl Mpasi.
Produced by Raedio, Tenderfoot TV, and HBO, with additional production by Swirl Films. We are proud to support The Black and...2021-12-1531 minWe Stay LookingEnjoy Prison, N*ggaRose helps transition former inmate, Lenny Walker, back into society.
We Stay Looking stars Terri J. Vaughn as Rose Cranberry and Tristen J. Winger as Petey. This episode features Amin Joseph as Lenny Walker, Jackee Harry as Ms. Hattie, Barton Fitzpatrick as Killa D, Nick Viall as Michael Durm, Jernard Burks as Correctional Officer and many more. Written by Chris Sanford with additional writing by Kindsey Young and Phylicia Pearl Mpasi.
Produced by Raedio, Tenderfoot TV, and HBO, with additional production by Swirl Films. We are proud to support The Black and...2021-12-1531 minWe Stay LookingThe Baby Boy Is MineRose heads down to South Carolina to find a missing baby boy who vanished from the hospital nursery.
We Stay Looking stars Terri J. Vaughn as Rose Cranberry and Tristen J. Winger as Petey. This episode features Jade Novah as Kammie, Karlous Miller as Karlos, Laci Mosley as Monica, DomiNique Perry as Monica’s Mom and many more. Written by Kindsey Young with additional writing by Chris Sanford and Phylicia Pearl Mpasi.
Produced by Raedio, Tenderfoot TV, and HBO, with additional production by Swirl Films. We are proud to support The Blac...2021-12-1334 minWe Stay LookingThe Baby Boy Is MineRose heads down to South Carolina to find a missing baby boy who vanished from the hospital nursery.
We Stay Looking stars Terri J. Vaughn as Rose Cranberry and Tristen J. Winger as Petey. This episode features Jade Novah as Kammie, Karlous Miller as Karlos, Laci Mosley as Monica, DomiNique Perry as Monica’s Mom and many more. Written by Kindsey Young with additional writing by Chris Sanford and Phylicia Pearl Mpasi.
Produced by Raedio, Tenderfoot TV, and HBO, with additional production by Swirl Films. We are proud to support The Blac...2021-12-1334 minWe Stay LookingKanekelon, She GoneRose sets out to locate a missing teenage girl in a small Michigan town.
We Stay Looking stars Terri J. Vaughn as Rose Cranberry and Tristen J. Winger as Petey.This episode features Marsai Martin as Daisy Flower, KevOnStage as David Flower, Angel Laketa Moore as Bethany Flower, Jason Coviello as Principal Cohen and many more. Written by Phylicia Pearl Mpasi with additional writing by Kindsey Young and Chris Sanford.
Produced by Raedio, Tenderfoot TV, and HBO, with additional production by Swirl Films. We are proud to support The Black and Mis...2021-12-0834 minWe Stay LookingKanekelon, She GoneRose sets out to locate a missing teenage girl in a small Michigan town.
We Stay Looking stars Terri J. Vaughn as Rose Cranberry and Tristen J. Winger as Petey.This episode features Marsai Martin as Daisy Flower, KevOnStage as David Flower, Angel Laketa Moore as Bethany Flower, Jason Coviello as Principal Cohen and many more. Written by Phylicia Pearl Mpasi with additional writing by Kindsey Young and Chris Sanford.
Produced by Raedio, Tenderfoot TV, and HBO, with additional production by Swirl Films. We are proud to support The Black and Mis...2021-12-0834 minWe Stay LookingRed Flavored DrinkRose Cranberry is back to take on injustice in our system as she investigates the imprisonment of local Atlanta resident Dante Samuels.
We Stay Looking stars Terri J. Vaughn as Rose Cranberry and Tristen J. Winger as Petey. This episode features Karrueche Tran as Aisha James, Desi Banks as Dante Samuels, Jason Weaver as Miles and many more. Written by Chris Sanford with additional writing by Kindsey Young and Phylicia Pearl Mpasi.
Produced by Raedio, Tenderfoot TV, and HBO, with additional production by Swirl Films. We are proud to support The Bl...2021-12-0834 minWe Stay LookingRed Flavored DrinkRose Cranberry is back to take on injustice in our system as she investigates the imprisonment of local Atlanta resident Dante Samuels.
We Stay Looking stars Terri J. Vaughn as Rose Cranberry and Tristen J. Winger as Petey. This episode features Karrueche Tran as Aisha James, Desi Banks as Dante Samuels, Jason Weaver as Miles and many more. Written by Chris Sanford with additional writing by Kindsey Young and Phylicia Pearl Mpasi.
Produced by Raedio, Tenderfoot TV, and HBO, with additional production by Swirl Films. We are proud to support The Bl...2021-12-0834 min
We Stay LookingComing Soon: We Stay LookingAfter successfully investigating the disappearance of 26 year-old LaToya Thompson in her hit podcast “Looking For LaToya,” citizen sleuth, Rose Cranberry, is back! #WeStayLooking, coming December 1st on HBO Max and December 8th on all podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2021-11-2401 minWe Stay LookingComing Soon: We Stay LookingAfter successfully investigating the disappearance of 26 year-old LaToya Thompson in her hit podcast “Looking For LaToya,” citizen sleuth, Rose Cranberry, is back! #WeStayLooking, coming December 1st on HBO Max and December 8th on all podcast platforms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2021-11-2401 min
KJ & ChillTeaMarrr - Before I Spill Myself - Album ReviewIf 20 years from now I was to have to describe the sound of R&B in this era some of the words that would immediately come to mind would be unapologetic, honest and vulnerable. Amid what some would consider a sexual revolution; one where girls are no longer just told what they should or shouldn’t sing about, in a world where records like the “Weekend” by SZA and Summer Walker’s “Girls Need...2020-06-2900 min
We Stay LookingBreaking News: LaToya Has Been Found!In the shocking reunion special with Rose Cranberry, LaToya reveals where she’s been all this time. For more information, visit LookingForLaToya.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2020-06-1804 minWe Stay LookingBreaking News: LaToya Has Been Found!In the shocking reunion special with Rose Cranberry, LaToya reveals where she’s been all this time. For more information, visit LookingForLaToya.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2020-06-1804 min
Insecuritea: The Insecure AftershowLooking for LaToya - Missing or Murrrrrrdered? (Trailer)When 26-year-old LaToya Thompson went missing, Rose Cranberry hopped right on the case.
Looking for LaToya stars Terri J. Vaughn as Rose Cranberry, SZA as LaToya Thompson, Porsha Williams as Tasha, Ray J as Rufus, Kandi Burruss-Tucker as Glenda, and Carl Anthony Payne II as Bryan.
It is a production of Raedio, Tenderfoot TV and HBO.
The Black and Missing Foundation, a nonprofit organization, supports and provides access to resources for thousands of families searching for missing loved ones. Visit BAMFI.ORG to join the movement to #HelpUsFindUs.
For more information, visit LookingForLaToya.com. Stream Insecure on HBO and HBO...2020-06-1701 min
We Stay LookingMissing or Murrrrrrdered?When 26 year-old LaToya Thompson went missing, Rose Cranberry hopped right on the case. In this exclusive podcast episode of Looking for LaToya, Rose conducts additional interviews with the people who knew LaToya best, talks to new witnesses, and uncovers additional eye-opening details about her disappearance. For more information, visit LookingForLaToya.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2020-06-1536 minWe Stay LookingMissing or Murrrrrrdered?When 26 year-old LaToya Thompson went missing, Rose Cranberry hopped right on the case. In this exclusive podcast episode of Looking for LaToya, Rose conducts additional interviews with the people who knew LaToya best, talks to new witnesses, and uncovers additional eye-opening details about her disappearance. For more information, visit LookingForLaToya.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2020-06-1536 min
We Stay LookingOfficial TrailerIs 26-year-old LaToya Thompson just missing or was she Murrrrrrdered? Rose Cranberry will not rest until she cracks the case. This is Looking for LaToya. Available now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2020-06-0901 minWe Stay LookingOfficial TrailerIs 26-year-old LaToya Thompson just missing or was she Murrrrrrdered? Rose Cranberry will not rest until she cracks the case. This is Looking for LaToya. Available now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2020-06-0901 min
Black Girl NerdsBGN #188 I Recording Artist TeaMarrrBGN sits down with recording artist TeaMarrr featured on season 4 of HBO's Insecure soundtrack.
Shaking up pop, hip-hop, R&B, and more with a sharp sense of humor — and even sharper mic skills — TeaMarrr emerged in 2016 and quickly earned more than 4 million worldwide streams and high profile media attention spanning Flaunt and NPR to Ones To Watch and Consequence of Sound, to name but a few. The Boston-born and Los Angeles-based Haitian-American songstress truly broke through in 2018 with the hit single, “One Job,” scoring over 1.2 million streams and the attention of Raedio founder Issa Rae, who soon signed her. The...2020-05-2529 min
Bri Books"Insecure" Season 4 Episode 1 Review: "Low-Key Feelin' Myself"Today’s episode is kicking off a series of recaps and reviews of “Insecure,” Issa Rae’s hit show on HBO. In these episodes, we’ll discuss the episode theme, do a recap of the major moments, and a deep dive into characters. At the end of each episode, I’m going to recommend a #BriBooks read for the main character, along with a song of the week and #OOTN--which fit on “Insecure” reigned supreme? 1:40 - As they say on the "Black Girls Squee" podcast, “Spoiler alert: We spoil shit.” 2:08-10:22: “Insecure” season 4 episode 1 recap 10:15 - The overa...2020-05-0919 min