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The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasBroadway Star J Harrison Ghee’s Secret to Success ✨Hey y’all, what’s up? In this video, Salisha Thomas sits down with the incredible Broadway star J Harrison Ghee to spill all the tea on their secret to success and life! 🌟 Ever wonder what it takes to light up the stage in hits like *Kinky Boots*, *Mrs. Doubtfire*, and *Some Like It Hot*? J shares their journey, from unforgettable performances to embracing authenticity in every role. We’re talking everything from Broadway magic to behind-the-scenes stories, plus a little sprinkle of fairy-tale charm with mentions of *Once Upon a One More Time! Whether y...2025-02-2835 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasLIVE from the A WONDERFUL WORLD Red CarpetShe saw Broadway Stars and Red Carpets too, Salisha got the scoop for me and you! Host Salisha Thomas is LIVE on the red carpet at opening night of A Wonderful World on Broadway at Studio 54. Listen in as she chats with the incredible cast, creatives, and celebrities who came to see the show.Salisha spoke with cast and creatives: James Monroe Iglehart, James T. Lane, Gavin Gregory, Brandon Louis Armstrong, Dewitt Fleming Jr, Jennie Harney-Fleming, Dionne Figgins, Jason Forbach, Kim Exum, Rickey Tripp, and Christina Sajous and stars attending the show: Sydney James Harcourt, Bowlegged Lou...2024-11-2532 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasLIVE from the TEETH Red CarpetTEETH is taking a bite out of New World Stages as the stars, cast, and creatives walk the red carpet for opening night on the spookiest night of the year, Halloween! Go trick or treating with host Salisha Thomas as she talks to Alyse Alan Louis, Andy Karl, Will Connolly, Jason Gotay, Michael R. Jackson, Anna K. Jacobs, Raja Feather Kelly, Jessica Vosk, Eden Espinosa, and more!Check out Broadway Podcast Network on Instagram and TikTok for more red carpet content and fashion hot takes with host Salisha Thomas.Instagram: @broadwaypodcastnetworkTikTok: @broadwaypodcastnetwork2024-11-1026 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasLIVE from the SUNSET BLVD. Broadway Red CarpetNicole Scherzinger is ready for her close up! Broadway Podcast Network is live on the red carpet of the Broadway opening of SUNSET BLVD with host Salisha Thomas. Listen in as Salisha chats with stars attending the show including JoJo, Matt Rogers, Skylar Astin, Jessica Vosk, and Wendell Pierce plus interviews with designers and creatives. After the show the carpet continues with the cast, including Tom Francis, Caroline Bowman, Mandy Gonzalez, Nicole Scherzinger, and more!Check out Broadway Podcast Network on Instagram and TikTok for more red carpet content and fashion hot-takes with our host Salisha Thomas.2024-10-2534 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasRebecca's Hair TaleHey y’all, what’s up? I'm thrilled to revisit this 2021 conversation with my dear friend Rebecca Covington Webber! Ever wonder what it's like to journey from Motown to Hamilton on Broadway? Rebecca shares her incredible hair tale and Broadway experiences with us. From her stunning natural waves to her secrets for maintaining that Broadway-ready look, Rebecca spills it all! We reminisce about our time together on the national tour of Beautiful and delve into her roles as a swing in Hamilton, sharing how she gracefully balances life and performance with her hubby, Donald Webber Jr.2024-10-2442 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasFrom Pre-Med to Broadway Star: Samantha Williams' JourneyHey y’all, what’s up? In this video, we're diving into the incredible journey of Samantha Williams, a true Broadway sensation! Ever wonder what it’s like to shift from dreaming of being a doctor to starring on Broadway? Samantha spills the tea on her path from being a pre-med student to taking the stage in iconic roles like Alana Beck in "Dear Evan Hansen" and Emmie Thibodeaux in "Caroline, or Change." Join me, Salisha Thomas, in this conversation from 2021 as we chat about her experiences, from handling the pressure of big roles to embracing her natural...2024-10-1733 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasKrystal Joy Brown's Journey: From Broadway to ActivismHey y’all, what’s up? In this episode, I'm chatting with the phenomenal Krystal Joy Brown about her incredible journey from Broadway to activism! Ever wonder what it’s like to transition from starring as Eliza in Hamilton to becoming a voice for change? Krystal shares her experiences and the passion that drives her from the bright lights of Broadway to powerful movements like Black Lives Matter. In this conversation from 2021, we dive into her iconic roles bringing life to characters. From Salisha Thomas’ perspective, this conversation explores the resilience and courage of a true st...2024-10-1059 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasUnveiling Chianti Blackmon: The EDI TrailblazerHey y’all, what’s up? In this video, we're unveiling Chianti Blackmon, the EDI trailblazer making waves in the world of equity, diversity, and inclusion! Ever wonder what it's like to be at the forefront of change at a leading arts school like AMDA? Chianti spills the tea on her incredible journey, from her early days to becoming the VP of EDI. We chat about everything from her transformative work to her personal self-care rituals, and hair journey! Plus, we dive into some Broadway magic with shout-outs to "Some Like It Hot," "Once Upon a One More Time," and...2024-09-2652 minThe Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasBroadway Buzz: Inside The Roommate Premiere NightHey y’all, what’s up? It’s your girl Salisha Thomas here, reporting live from the vibrant red carpet in New York City! In this video, we’re diving into the star-studded opening night of "The Roommate" on Broadway, featuring icons Patti LuPone and Mia Farrow. Ever wonder what happens behind the scenes on a night like this? Join me as I chat with the incredible cast and crew, including the brilliant Bob Crowley, and the ever-inspirational Mandy Gonzalez. We even have some fun with Broadway legends from "Hairspray" sharing their insights and excitement! From personal tales of nightmar...2024-09-1923 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasLynn Nottage's Creative Secrets: Unveiling Her ProcessHey y’all, what’s up? In this episode, we dive into the magical world of Lynn Nottage's creative secrets! Ever wonder what goes on in the mind of a Playwrighting legend? Join me, Salisha Thomas, as I chat with the incredible Lynn Nottage, a two-time Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright whose works like "Sweat," "MJ The Musical," and "Intimate Apparel" have graced stages worldwide. We explore Lynn's journey from aspiring journalist to renowned playwright, discuss her fascinating writing process, and how she navigates the highs and lows of the theater industry. Lynn shares personal insights into her life, her inspirations, and...2024-09-1247 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasBlack Girl Magic on Broadway: Kris Roberts, Jessie Hooker Bailey, TyNia Brandon, Gabrielle ElisabethHey y’all, what’s up? It’s me, Salisha Thomas, and I’m thrilled to bring you some Black Girl Magic straight from Broadway! In this video, we dive deep into real talk on hair, femininity, and the powerful stories of Black women in theater. Joined by the fabulous Housso Semon Gabrielle Elisabeth Kris Roberts, TyNia Brandon, Jessie Hooker Bailey. We share our journeys with hair and how it shapes our identity on and off stage. From rocking natural curls to embracing shaved heads, we discuss self-love, femininity, and breaking stereotypes.Ever wonder what it’...2024-08-2941 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasSaint Aubyn’s Broadway Journey: Honoring Ancestors and LegendsHey y’all, what’s up? 🌟 In this video, we dive deep into the remarkable journey of Saint Aubyn to the dazzling lights of Broadway. Ever wonder what it’s like to portray iconic figures like Dennis Edwards in "Ain't Too Proud" or Lloyd Price in "Personality"? Grammy-nominated, Saint shares it all!Join Salisha Thomas as she chats with Saint about his performances in "Beautiful: The Carole King Musical" and "Dreamgirls" at McCarter Theatre Center. Discover how Saint’s deep connection with his ancestors and mentors like Gregory Hines fuels his powerful stage presence. 🌍✨...2024-06-2757 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasFrom Pageants to Broadway: Holli Conway's Inspiring PathHey y’all, what’s up? Welcome back to Black Hair in the Big Leagues! 🌟 In this video, join your host Salisha Thomas as she sits down with the phenomenal Holli Conway, returning to Broadway in Lempicka! 🎭 Ever wonder what it takes to shine on the big stage in New York City? Holli shares her inspiring journey from Miss Louisiana to Broadway star, her experiences in the original Broadway cast of Lempicka, and the magic of recording her first cast album. We dive deep into her groundbreaking moments, including her natural hair journey and the impact...2024-05-1643 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasAntoine L Smith: The Star Power Lighting Up Broadway StagesAntoine L Smith graces Black Hair in the Big Leagues! He's an Emmy award winning Broadway, TV, and VO ActorSome credits include the Broadway companies of Carousel, The Color Purple, Memphis, Miss Saigon, and most recently the original Broadway cast of MJ the Musical.He originated the 1st National Tour of Cinderella, and was in the all black cast of Oklahoma in DenverAccomplished VO and commercial artist having done KFC, Pepsi, Nickelodeon, chilis, chase, square space, various video games, and so much more.Host, Salisha Thomas Weiss first met...2024-05-0943 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasSunday Best's Latice Crawford Speaks LifeLatice Crawford sits down with host, Salisha Thomas Weiss this week on Black Hair in the Big Leagues! Latice Crawford is a recording artist known for her soulful and powerful vocals. She rose to fame as a contestant on the second season of BET's gospel singing competition, "Sunday Best," where she showcased her exceptional talent. Since then, Latice has continued to captivate audiences with her music, blending gospel, R&B, and soul influences to create a unique sound. With her heartfelt lyrics and dynamic voice, Latice Crawford has established herself as a notable figure in the music industry.2024-05-0246 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasJasmine Amy Rogers shines as BETTY BOOP and Beyond!Betty Boop's BOOP: Jasmine Amy Rogers joins host, Salisha Thomas Weiss on this week's episode of Black Hair in the Big Leagues! Jasmine is a true Triple threat. She’s a Jimmy awards finalist, attended Manhattan School of Music, was cast in Becoming Nancy, and Gretchen in the national tour of Mean Girls. When Jerry Mitchell (Hairspray and La Cage aux faux choreographer, and director Legally Blonde, Kinky Boots, and Pretty Woman) went on what felt like a world wide search for his Betty in the the new Betty Boop musical, he found this gorgeous starlette. Please welcome the st...2024-04-2542 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasWally Green Unites us All w/ Ping PongWally Green joins host, Salisha Thomas, in conversation this week on The Salisha Show! Salisha first met Wally at Podfest. He is guenuinely friendly, kind, talented, a unique soul, and has quite a story. He is a TEDx speaker and a celebrity pro athlete. What’s his sport of choice? Ping pong! Wally’s played for the USA in over 35 Pro Tour competitions. He is a co-owner of SPIN New York locations, a chain of ping pong social clubs. Wally shares on his journey through life: childhood, sports, international travel, being the only Black person in the room and more...2024-04-1838 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasNavigating Addiction with Author of Stash: Laura Cathcart RobbinsAuthor of Stash, Laura Cathcart Robbins visits Black Hair in the Big Leagues with host, Salisha Thomas Weiss. She takes us on the journey of how her addiction began, the agony of rehab, and how she returned to the world and persisted in living a life of sobriety, and living to tell the story. Laura is a freelance writer, speaker, and host of The Only One In The Room podcast, a 2022 TEDx speaker, and an LA Moth StorySlam winner.Buy her book. https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Stash/Laura-Cathcart-Robbins/9781668005347Follow her. @lauracathcartrobbins...2024-04-111h 04
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasBeacon of Confidence: Writer and Producer Stephanie AlexandriaStephanie Alexandria drops by Black Hair in the Big Leagues with Host, Salisha Thomas Weiss! She was awarded Top 40 under 40 at Stony Brooke University, she is an award-winning journalist and writer/producer at MSNBC! Stephanie sings, acts, has a great sense of humor and is a beacon of confidence. Follow her online @stephanie_alexandria Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-03-2858 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasJay Armstrong Johnson on The Salisha ShowOn this episode, Broadway's Jay Armstrong Johnson sits down with host, Salisha Thomas on The Salisha Show! Jay Armstrong Johnson is a singer, actor, dancer, writer, and producer of Broadway and TV. He gives back to the community having created I Put A Spell On You- an annual benefit concert based on the cult classic Halloween Movie called Hocus Pocus. He attended NYU at the Steinhardt School of Music and left his senior year to star in the Broadway National Tour of A Chorus Line. Jay later went on to make his Broadway debut in the revival of Hair...2024-03-2146 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasEase on Down the Road with The Wiz Revival's Matthew Sims Jr.Matthew Sims Jr. visits long time friend Salisha Thomas on Black Hair in the Big Leagues! Currently on tour with The Wiz and about to make his Broadway debut in the Marquis Theater in The Wiz Revival, Matthew Sims Jr. is the most hilarious, full of life, well rounded performer having done commercials, tv/film, cruise lines, plenty of Regional Theater, Broadway Inspirational Voices, singing with John Legend, and more! He's also been on tour with The Book of Mormon, and the Wiz.Go see The Wiz on Broadway for a limited run beginning March 29th at...2024-03-1454 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasJulie Boardman: A Theatrical Legacy in the MakingJulie Boardman slays us all this week on The Salisha Show. What better way to kick up Women's History Month than with a badass woman taking up space in the producing world? Julie Boardman was a performer on Broadway and now PRODUCES big Broadway shows like Head Over Heels, Carousel, Indecent, Dames at Sea, Forest Whittaker's production of Hughie, and An American in Paris. She's a member of the Broadway League, a Tony Award voter, and a graduate of USC. She is the co-creator and founder of The Museum of Broadway in Time Square. She's phenomenal and an icon...2024-03-0741 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasGabrielle Beckford is Slaying Sterotypes: A Black Woman's Triumph in a Classic RoleBlack Hair in the Big Leagues welcomes the incomparable Gabrielle Beckford to the show! Host, Salisha Thomas sits down with former cast mate of Once Upon a One More Time on Broadway, Gabrielle Beckford. Gabrielle made a splash with her Broadway debut as the character, Rapunzel; smashing stereotypes and while giving a new twist to a classic. Hearing her story of wanting to see herself in the characters of the stories she watched growing up and how she gets to BE the representation that she wished she had, is nothing short of inspiring.See...2024-01-0441 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasBreaking Molds and Shaping Stories; Aisha Jackson UncutBlack Hair in the Big Leagues welcome back Aisha Jackson! If you don't know, she was one of the first episodes to kick off the entire podcast (EP 2)!!! In this episode, Host, Salisha Thomas sits down with Aisha in the dressing room of The Marquis Theatre on Broadway during loadout...aka after Once Upon a One More Time (the musical powered with the music of Britney Spears) had taken it's final bow. A truncated version of this episode is available on youtube at www.youtube.com/itsmesalish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...2023-12-2849 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasFrom Broadway Lights to Hollywood Nights: Phylicia Pearl Mpasi Makes a Star TurnPhylicia Pearl Mpasi from the upcoming Blockbuster hit, The Color Purple graces us with her presence here on Black Hair in the Big Leagues. Recorded just DAYS before the release of what's sure to be her star turn, Phylicia sits down with host, Salisha Thomas and talks about her journey from The Lion King on tour and on Broadway to writing for the TV show, The Rise of the Pink Ladies, to landing the role of the century: Young Celie in The Color Purple.Phylicia talks about declaring what she wanted, writing it down...2023-12-221h 02
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasAfter the Final Curtain with guest Justin GuariniAmerican Idol's Justin Guarini stops by Black Hair in the Big Leagues with host, Salisha Thomas Weiss for an episode of laughter and nostalgia. Justin recently closed his run as Prince Charming in Once Upon a One More Time at the Marquis Theatre on Broadway. In addition to performing live in front of 30 Million viewers during American Idol season 1 and landing in the top two, Justin has also gone on to have an impressive career on Broadway, headlining 7 shows. He is the author of Audition Secrets and you may have caught him in a series of Dr. Pepper commercials...2023-10-041h 19
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasPlaywright of New Play: Truth- Gail BurtonHello! Salisha Thomas here! And I'm excited to share that I making my Theater producing debut of a play written by this week's guest on Black Hair in the Big Leagues: Gail Burton! Gail is a thought leader, public intellectual, director, and a writer. She is a trained and experienced practitioner of the techniques developed to affect radical social change and help bring about social jutice, peace, and empowerment of people whos voices have too often been silenced. Her life's work has been focused on social activism and the uses of theater for radical social transformation.2023-07-2751 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasA Goddess Living: Martina SykesMartina Sykes is Royalty among us. She was in Motown the Musical on tour and on Broadway, Raindogs, Rent, Hairspray, and is currently on tour with Lion King as Shenzi! Her brother is Ephraim Sykes, also a major talent in the industry so clearly the Sykes Family has something special running through their veins. She created a nonprofit called the HeART Mission as well as The Sykes Scholarship.Welcome to Black Hair in the Big Leagues Martina Sykes!Follow her @ladysykes1Follow host, Salisha Thomas Weiss @salishathomas Learn more...2023-06-2245 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasTony Nominated Actress and Business Woman: Shalita GrantHost, Salisha Thomas sits down with Actress turned Businesswoman Shalita Grant on this week's episode of Black Hair in the Big Leagues. She is the founder and creator of Four Naturals Hair products.Her acting credits include (but are not limited to) TV shows NCIS, Santa Clarita diet, Mercy Street, and You. She was nominated for a Tony award for her role in Vanya and Sonya and Masha and Spike.After a physically damaging experience to her hair on set of a hit TV show, she left the show and made a product that has...2023-06-1554 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasThe Icon and Living Legend: Jocelyn BiohThe one and only Jocelyn Bioh graces Black Hair in the Big Leagues with her presence this week for our 100th Episode!!!!!!! She is the woman who wrote School Girls: The African Mean Girls Play, and Nollywood. She's a playwright with Manhattan Theater Club and Atlantic Theatre Company. She's a resident playwright at Lincoln Center. She adapted Marry Wives for Shakespeare in the Park which was turned into a documentary on HBO Max. The musical soon to hit Broadway starring Amber Iman called Goddess, was written by Jocelyn Bioh. In addition to her incredible contributions to the art in...2023-06-0845 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasGratitude and Abundance with Celeb Stylist, Sophie RoseThis week on Black Hair in the Big Leagues, host Salisha Thomas sits down with celebrity stylist, Sophie Rose (Gutterman). She's been in the hair industry for over 10 years, is California based (but travels), and has worked for Italian Vogue, Hollywood Reporter, Harper's Baazar, Maybelline, Christian Dior, Karlie Kloss, Gwyneth Paltrow, and more! Sophie has styled hosts on ESPN and MTV, and done hair on Red Table Talk, Good Morning America, and the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. The list goes on and on! She loves using Zotos Professional on her clients (including Salisha!) Learn...2023-06-0154 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasSet Your Mind to Do Anything, with Aurelia Michael HolmgrenAurelia Michael Holmgren joins the Black Hair in the Big Leagues lineup with host, Salisha Thomas Weiss. Aurelia is a Motivational Speaker, Dancer, a body builder, a major voiceover artist (booking gigs like McDonald's, Hulu, and Netflix!) and the creator of Voice On Demand. She swung the Donna Sumer Musical on Broadway. She's the associate choreographer for the upcoming Wonderful World coming soon to Broadway! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-05-2545 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasA Broadway Reality Check with Salome B Smith and Imani Pearl WilliamsThis episode was recorded during the Broadway Revival run of 1776 with a full cast of Women and Nonbinary actors and a whole lot of People of Color. Originally, 1776, a show about the making of the Declaration of Independence was performed by a cast of all white men (and a couple of women to play their wives). In this episode of Black Hair in the Big Leagues, Salome B Smith and Imani Pearl Williams joins host, Salisha Thomas. Imani Pearl Williams (she/her) toured with Pippin and Pretty Woman and made her broadway debut in 1776! Salome B Smith played Crystal...2023-03-2339 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasA Haircare Line That Will Change Your LifeGreg and Joanne Starkman join the lineup for Black Hair in the Big Leagues with host, Salisha Thomas making history as the show's first guests who are not people of Color. And it is not by mistake. Greg and Joanne are the creators of a product line called INNERSENSE Organic Beauty. Innersense is all clean ingredients, there isn't a bunch of crap in it, and you get a LOT of bang for your buck. The bottles seem to last longer than expected; Because they aren't watered down, a little goes a long way! Innersense works on ALL hair types...2023-03-1648 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasThe Curl Doctor: Shai Amiel Shows You How to Care for Your CurlsThe One and Only Curl Doctor, Shai Amiel graces us with his presence this week on Black Hair in the Big Leagues with host, Salisha Thomas. Shai has been in the business of hair (and in particular, CURLS) for over 20 years and it shows in his work. Getting in his chair at Capella Salon in Studio City is the equivalent of seeing the original Broadway cast of Hamilton: it feels like a moment in time, like history, a PRIVILEGE. Enjoy this episode as he humbly breaks it down on how to care for your tresses and how he decides...2023-03-1047 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasHamilton's Marja Harmon Walks You Down the AisleFrom the 'And Peggy' cast of Hamilton on tour, Marja Harmon who's currently starring as Angelica Schuyler visits Black Hair in the Big Leagues with host, Salisha Thomas! Marja is a light! A graduate of USC, she was in God Friended Me, Jessica Jones, and Madam Secretary. She's toured with The Lion King as Nala, and was on Broadway in Cat On a Hot Tin Roof and The Book of Mormon. Yes, she is the bomb.Follow Marja on Instagram at @missmarjaharmony or check her out on the Hamilton tour currently touring the country!2023-02-2349 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasGet Your Butt Kicked with Broadway Badass: Michelle WestBroadway Star and founder of BIA, Black Hair in the Big Leagues welcomes Michelle West to the show!!!!! She's performed in Regional Theaters all over the country including Sacramento Music Circus, Walnut Street; She's Toured with Memphis and Aladdin, and made her Broadway debut in Tina: The Tina Turner Musical.During her time as a Swing in Tina, she built a Fitness and Nutrition Coaching Business called BIA. Check her out at www.bianutrition.com/connect and on instagram @chelleywest.Check out host, Salisha Thomas at @salishathomas! Learn...2023-02-1629 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasGet the Perfect Afro with Kendall DorseyWe welcome stylist to the stars, Kendall Dorsey to Black Hair in the Big Leagues today! Kendall Dorsey’s cliental includes Saweetie, Kelly Rowland, Alicia Keys, Solange, Lizzo, and so many more and recently created Rihanna’s iconic “traditional Aaliyah inspired sweep” style. Kendall is an expert on curly hair and and a Color Wow ambassador!Follow Kendall on IG @kendalldorsey1Follow Host Salisha Thomas @salishathomas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2023-02-0946 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasWomen Supporting Women with Andrea BowmanEmancipation, The Watchmen, Lovecraft Country and now Oscar shortlisted celebrity stylist Andrea "Mona" Bowman stops by Black Hair in the Big Leagues with host, Salisha Thomas. Other credits of Andrea's include working with Regina King, Anna Kendrick, working on Respect, Gifted, Just Mercy, Women of the Movement and Pitch Perfect 3.In this episode, Andrea discusses how her love for hair and helping others with their found her. She talks about hair health, and how when she was an underclassmen in college, one of the upper classmen teamed up with her forming a badass collaboration.2023-02-0242 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasThe Fire This Time Festival with Kelley GirodJoining this week's episode on Black Hair in the Big Leagues with Salisha Thomas is Kelley Nicole Girod. Hailing from Louisiana and with an MFA in playwriting from Columbia, she's the founder and executive director of Obie award winning Fire This Time Festival. It's a huge writing factory for new works by black writers of all genders. And she’s the editor of the anthology: 25 plays from the Fire this time festival— a decade of recognition, resistance, resilience, rebirth, and black theater. They’ve helped develop over 80 playwrights.Follow @firethistimefestival and @salishathomas Learn more ab...2023-01-2047 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasA Deep Dive with Cendie Stanford, founder of ACEs MatterCendie Stanford joins the Black Hair in the Big Leagues line up with host, Salisha Thomas! She's a started a non-profit called ACE's Matter. WHAT HAPPENS TO PEOPLE IN THEIR CHILDHOOD INFORMS WHAT KIND OF ADULTS THEY BECOME. ACEs Matter is an organization that helps us understand why we are the way we are and encourages more compassion.What is an ACE Score?Your ACE score can help provide information about potential risks later in life.A 10 question survey about childhood experiences, derived from a 1998 research study.ACEs rarely oc...2023-01-1434 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasInside Broadway’s 1776 Revival: Tiffani Barbour’s StoryHey y’all, what’s up? In this video, we dive Inside Broadway’s 1776 Revival: Tiffani Barbour’s Story! Join Salisha Thomas as she sits down with the incredible Tiffani Barbour, a Baltimore native who's done it all – actor, singer, director, and even a comedian! Ever wonder what it's like starring in a groundbreaking Broadway revival? Tiffani shares her journey from VEEP and Law and Order to her current role in 1776, playing Andrew McNair and the Congressional custodian. Discover how this all-female, non-binary, and trans cast transforms a classic show into a powerful, relevant statement...2022-12-3035 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasJ. Daughtry on Broadway, Community, and Giving Back 💖Hey y’all, what’s up? In this video, I’m ecstatic to bring you a heart-to-heart with the incredibly talented J. Daughtry! 🎭✨ Ever wonder what it’s like to be on Broadway, give back to the community, and balance a whirlwind career? You’re in the right place!Join me, Salisha Thomas, as I chat with J. Daughtry, a Broadway superstar who's graced the stage in "Beautiful: The Carole King Musical," "The Color Purple," and "Ain't Too Proud." 🌟 From his days touring with "Motown," "Miss Saigon," and beyond, Jay’s journey is nothing short of inspiring...2022-12-2343 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasThe Illusion of Time with Dawn L TroupeDawn L Troupe joins Black Hair in the Big Leagues with Host Salisha Thomas. An actor, singer, artist mother, director, writer, and producer who has performed at just about every major regional house in the United States including but not limited to ART, Cal Shakes, Joes Pub, Hill Barn, Berkeley Rep, and Theatreworks, to name a few. And now Dawn has made her Broadway debut in the revival of 1776!Salisha here! Dawn is truly the gem of the earth. Dawn Troupe was there when I got my Equity Card back in 2014 in my first...2022-12-1957 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasPaving Your Own Path with Gisela AdisaGisela Adisa from 1776 on Broadway joins the Black Hair in the Big Leagues lineup with host, Salisha Thomas. Gisela is a Broadway, television, commercial, and voiceover actress. Some of her stage credits include the National Tour of Sister Act, she made her Broadway debut in Beautiful the Carole King Musical, and was nominated for an Ovation Award for her performance as Eartha Kitt in Lights Out: Nat King Cole, and at the time of this recording has been killing it in 1776 on Broadway as Robert Livingston.Gisela is a star, currently killing it at...2022-12-0935 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasPaving Your Own Path with Gisela AdisaGisela Adisa from 1776 on Broadway joins the Black Hair in the Big Leagues lineup with host, Salisha Thomas. Gisela is a Broadway, television, commercial, and voiceover actress. Some of her stage credits include the National Tour of Sister Act, she made her Broadway debut in Beautiful the Carole King Musical, and was nominated for an Ovation Award for her performance as Eartha Kitt in Lights Out: Nat King Cole, and at the time of this recording has been killing it in 1776 on Broadway as Robert Livingston.Gisela is a star, currently killing it at...2022-12-0935 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasFAT HAM'S Nikki Crawford and Adrianna MitchellNikki Crawford and Adrianna Mitchell join this week's episode on Black Hair in the Big Leagues with host, Salisha Thomas! They are currently starring in the FAT HAM playing at the Public Theatre in New York City. Get your tickets Here.Nikki Crawford graduated from Carnegie Melon has been all over TV, film, and theater. She's performed live from regional houses across the country and has been on television in Criminal Minds, Pretty Little Liars, Malcom in the Middle, and let's not forget Martin, Living Single, and A Different World to name a few!2022-07-2134 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasPlaywright and Performer: Roger Q. MasonRoger Q. Mason (Playwright) (they/them) joins Black Hair in the Big Leagues with host, Salisha Thomas. They were recently touted by The Brooklyn Rail as "quickly becoming one of the most significant playwrights of the decade." Their playwriting has been seen on Broadway at Circle in the Square (Circle Reading Series); Off and Off-Off-Broadway at MCC Theatre with Carnegie Hall, La Mama ETC, New York Theatre Workshop, New Group, The Fire This Time Festival, Dixon Place, American Theatre of Actors, Flea Theatre, and Access Theater; and regionally at McCarter Theatre, Center Theatre Group, Victory Gardens, Chicago Dramatists, Steep The...2022-07-0744 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasTony Award Nominated Actor from Paradise Square: Sidney DuPontTony Nominated actor, Sidney DuPont graces Black Hair in the Big Leagues with host, Salisha Thomas! He is an actor, dancer, a cinematographer, director, and award winning screenwriter. He has toured with Memphis, a Chorus Line, and Beautiful as well as doing the Australian and Broadway companies of Beautiful and is now starring in Paradise Square on Broadway for which he has received his very first Tony Award Nomination. Sidney DuPont is kind, fun, talented and radiates "Black Boy Joy." And when he is on stage, he pours every ounce of his soul into every role he takes on.2022-06-2539 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasTony Award Winning Actress for Paradise Square: Joaquina KalukangoPowerhouse Joaquina Kalukango joins Black Hair in the Big Leagues with host Salisha Thomas this week! She is currently starring in Paradise Square, bringing down the house 8 times a week playing Nelly. The show is fantastic. She is PHENOMENAL. She was also in the Godspell Revival, Hollar if Ya Hear Me, The Color Purple, and the original Broadway cast of A Slave Play. Not to mention When They See Us, Mahalia, One Night in Miami, and Lovecraft Country.Follow her journey @joaquinakalukango!Follow host, Salisha Thomas @salishathomas and read the blog at www.salishathomas.com.2022-06-0234 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasTony Nominated Director of Skin of Our Teeth: Lileana Blain-CruzA graduate from Princeton AND Yale, Lileana Blain Cruz joins Black Hair in the Big Leagues with host, Salisha Thomas. Lileana is the director of The Skin of Our Teeth on Broadway which also happens to be her Broadway directorial debut!!!! Go to the Beaumont Theatre at Lincoln Center in NYC to catch the show and follow Lileana @LileanaBlainCruzofficial or her website at www.lileanablaincruz.com.Follow Host, Salisha Thomas @salishathomas or her blog at www.salishathomas.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-05-2628 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasBroadway Swing Love: Keirsten Nicole Hodgens from Six the MusicalHAILING from Six the Musical on Broadway, Keirsten Nicole Hodgens joins the Black Hair in the Big Leagues lineup with host, Salisha Thomas. From Ball State University and swinging half the cast of Six on Broadway, she is black, queer, and a whole vibe. Follow her immediately @shespeaksmusic.Follow host, Salisha Thomas @salishathomas or read the blog at www.salishathomas.com.Black Hair in the Big Leagues is part of the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2022-05-2449 minThe Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasBriga Heelan on Her Journey Back To The Musical StageBriga Heelan is an actress and comedian. She is known for her work on the sitcoms Cougar Town, Ground Floor, Undateable, Love, Great News, and B Positive.In this podcast episode, Briga sits down with Salisha Thomas after a successful run together in the hit Britney Spears inspired musical, Once Upon A One More Time.Listen in as Briga details how she made the successful transition back from TV and film to her love of the stage. She also discusses how she won the role of Cinderella in the musical and what challenges she had...2022-03-2244 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasPlaywright Elizabeth AddisonBlack Hair in the Big Leagues welcomes Elizabeth Addison! Elizabeth is a writer, composer, lyricist and playwright, artist, activist, and entrepreneur. During the pandemic, she started an interview series called Chasing Beads, and she was recently accepted in the Muse mentorship program where she's mentored by Broadway composers and musicians. In this episode, Salisha Thomas and Elizabeth Addison sit down and discuss Elizabeth's journey to writing, her play: This is Treatment, and taking up space on the "other" side of the table as a Black woman.Follow Elizabeth @elizabeth.addison3Follow host, Salisha @salishathomas2022-03-0350 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasA Message From Your Host, Salisha ThomasHey Y'all, It's me Salisha your host of Black Hair in the Big Leagues. I thought I'd just sit down and have a talk just you and me this week. It's something I've been wanting to do. I keep it short and sweet but I hope you enjoy and can relate. Let me know your thoughts friends. Shoot me a message on my insta @salishathomas or leave me a review so I can read it. I have so much love for you my dear listener and hope you continue to be inspired.I'm excited to embark on...2022-01-2719 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasGaining Confidence on Stage and In Life with Amy Hillner LarsenA Chat with Amy Hillner LarsenJoin another conversation of The Salisha Show with your favorite host, Salisha Thomas. Today we are excited to have Amy Larsen in our show. She is from New York and is married to Kevin Larsen. Since she graduated from Wagner College, where she studied Theatre, Amy has worked with various people and organizations, such as the Royal Caribbean Cruises and the Priscilla Queen of the desert-the musical.Larsen previously starred in the off-Broadway production “A Musical About Star Wars,” which was set on Staten Island, “The Marvelo...2022-01-1131 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasGaining Confidence on Stage and In Life with Amy Hillner LarsenA Chat with Amy Hillner LarsenJoin another conversation of The Salisha Show with your favorite host, Salisha Thomas. Today we are excited to have Amy Larsen in our show. She is from New York and is married to Kevin Larsen. Since she graduated from Wagner College, where she studied Theatre, Amy has worked with various people and organizations, such as the Royal Caribbean Cruises and the Priscilla Queen of the desert-the musical.Larsen previously starred in the off-Broadway production “A Musical About Star Wars,” which was set on Staten Island, “The Marvelo...2022-01-1131 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasLiving in Abundance with MiMi Scardulla (Backstage at the Britney Musical)Join another conversation of The Salisha Show with your favorite host, Salisha Thomas. Today we are excited to have MiMi Scardulla in our show. MiMi is a performer originally from Louisiana. She has been seen Off-Broadway in Gigantic, We are the Tigers, and on Kristin Chenoweth's For the Girls. She has worked as an assistant to Chase Brock, Lorin Lotarro, and Spencer Liff. She is also Kristin Chenoweth's Associate Choreographer.MiMi is ecstatic to keep working on Once Upon a One More Time when this "Intermission" is over! All s...2022-01-0432 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasLiving in Abundance with MiMi Scardulla (Backstage at the Britney Musical)Join another conversation of The Salisha Show with your favorite host, Salisha Thomas. Today we are excited to have MiMi Scardulla in our show. MiMi is a performer originally from Louisiana. She has been seen Off-Broadway in Gigantic, We are the Tigers, and on Kristin Chenoweth's For the Girls. She has worked as an assistant to Chase Brock, Lorin Lotarro, and Spencer Liff. She is also Kristin Chenoweth's Associate Choreographer.MiMi is ecstatic to keep working on Once Upon a One More Time when this "Intermission" is over! All s...2022-01-0432 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasRaymond J Lee: A Backstage Conversation with a Working TV, Voiceover and Broadway StarJoin another conversation of The Salisha Show with your favorite host, Salisha Thomas. Today we are excited to have Raymond J. Lee on our show. Ray is an actor/singer who resides and works from New York City. He has appeared on Broadway, television, film, and voiceovers. Ray’s Broadway credits include; Aladdin, Anything Goes, Groundhog Day, Honeymoon in Vegas, and Mamma Mia! Film/TV credits include Marriage Story, Ghost Town, "Succession,” “Billions,” “Red Oaks,” and “Smash.”Voiceover credits include projects for Dreamworks, Netflix, and Penguin Random House. He is a proud RTVF gr...2021-12-2819 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasRaymond J Lee: A Backstage Conversation with a Working TV, Voiceover and Broadway StarJoin another conversation of The Salisha Show with your favorite host, Salisha Thomas. Today we are excited to have Raymond J. Lee on our show. Ray is an actor/singer who resides and works from New York City. He has appeared on Broadway, television, film, and voiceovers. Ray’s Broadway credits include; Aladdin, Anything Goes, Groundhog Day, Honeymoon in Vegas, and Mamma Mia! Film/TV credits include Marriage Story, Ghost Town, "Succession,” “Billions,” “Red Oaks,” and “Smash.”Voiceover credits include projects for Dreamworks, Netflix, and Penguin Random House. He is a proud RTVF gr...2021-12-2819 minThe Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasFrom West Side Story to the Broadway Stage with Jennifer FlorentinoJoin another conversation of The Salisha Show with your favorite host, Salisha Thomas. Jeniffer Florentino joins me in this wonderful episode as we chat about Spielberg’s West Side Story. West Side Story is an American musical drama film directed by Robert Wise and Jerome Robbins. It is a film adaptation of the 1957 Broadway musical of the same name, which tells the story of a forbidden romance between a young American street gang member from Manhattan who falls in love with a Puerto Rican girl from the "wrong side of the tracks."Jennifer Florentino is an...2021-12-2129 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasFrom West Side Story to the Broadway Stage with Jennifer FlorentinoJoin another conversation of The Salisha Show with your favorite host, Salisha Thomas. Jennifer Florentino joins me in this wonderful episode as we chat about Spielberg’s West Side Story. West Side Story is an American musical drama film directed by Robert Wise and Jerome Robbins. It is a film adaptation of the 1957 Broadway musical of the same name, which tells the story of a forbidden romance between a young American street gang member from Manhattan who falls in love with a Puerto Rican girl from the "wrong side of the tracks."Jennifer Florentino is an...2021-12-2129 minThe Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasThe Wonder Weirs: Big-Dreaming Broadway-Bound 8 Year Old SistersMeet Mila Weir and Andrianna Weir.Join another conversation of The Salisha Show with your favorite host, Salisha Thomas. Mila Weir and Adrianna Weir, two sweet kids, join me in this exciting episode. They are actors, models, competitive dancers, and sisters. They play the role of Little Girls for the World Premiere of Britney Spears Musical, Once Upon a One More Time. Find out more in this conversation.Tune in!During this episode, you will learn:[00:06] What’s in for you in today’s episode; meet...2021-12-1418 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasThe Wonder Weirs: Big-Dreaming Broadway-Bound 8 Year Old SistersMeet Mila Weir and Andrianna Weir.Join another conversation of The Salisha Show with your favorite host, Salisha Thomas. Mila Weir and Adrianna Weir, two sweet kids, join me in this exciting episode. They are actors, models, competitive dancers, and sisters. They play the role of Little Girls for the World Premiere of Britney Spears Musical, Once Upon a One More Time. Find out more in this conversation.Tune in!During this episode, you will learn:[00:06] What’s in for you in today’s episode; meet...2021-12-1418 minThe Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasTrevor The Musical Producers Open Up About Life Behind The MusicalOn today’s episode of The Salisha Show, host Salisha Thomas sits down with two of the producers of the new off-Broadway show Trevor the Musical: Josie Bray and John Ambrosino. John and Josie recall transitioning from artists to producers and how they became a business partnership in addition to lifelong friends. They discuss what goes into producing a show with New York dreams, how long it can take, how to cultivate a safe environment for the actors, and how doing work that is meaningful to them makes the whole process worth it. Josie Bra...2021-11-3040 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasTrevor The Musical Producers Open Up About Life Behind The MusicalOn today’s episode of The Salisha Show, host Salisha Thomas sits down with two of the producers of the new off-Broadway show Trevor the Musical: Josie Bray and John Ambrosino. John and Josie recall transitioning from artists to producers and how they became a business partnership in addition to lifelong friends. They discuss what goes into producing a show with New York dreams, how long it can take, how to cultivate a safe environment for the actors, and how doing work that is meaningful to them makes the whole process worth it. Josie Bra...2021-11-3040 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasThe Public's Cullud WattahShowing now until December 12th at The Public theater in New York City, Cullud Wattah stars Alicia Pilgrim and Lauren F. Walker join host, Salisha Thomas on this week's episode of Black Hair in the Big Leagues. Get your tickets and see them live NOW!https://publictheater.org/productions/season/2122/cullud-wattah/ Follow Alicia @atribecalledaliciaFollow Lauren @lovevolvzFollow host, Salisha Thomas @salishathomas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-11-2537 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasAllowing Yourself to Live Your Absolute Best LifeOf all the people who have ever been born, less than one percent have a natural talent for doing what they do more effectively and creatively than others. The other ninety-nine percent of the people either have to learn their habits from someone else or develop them through trial and error. Today’s episode is graced by DeLaney Westfall, a Broadway actor known for her roles in Beautiful the Musical and Kinky Boots.Join another conversation of The Salisha Show with me as I chat with DeLaney Westfall, an actor, singer, & dancer originally from St...2021-11-1632 minThe Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasAllowing Yourself to Live Your Absolute Best LifeOf all the people who have ever been born, less than one percent have a natural talent for doing what they do more effectively and creatively than others. The other ninety-nine percent of the people either have to learn their habits from someone else or develop them through trial and error. Today’s episode is graced by DeLaney Westfall, a Broadway actor known for her roles in Beautiful the Musical and Kinky Boots.Join another conversation of The Salisha Show with me as I chat with DeLaney Westfall, an actor, singer, & dancer originally from St...2021-11-1632 minThe Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasSalisha Reunites with her Trevor The Musical CastFeatured on today’s episode, Salisha chats with Isabel Kaegi, Eli Tokash (who played Trevor in the musical), Justin O'Brien and Jhardon DiShon MiltonSalisha starts the conversation by asking the guests about their experience in this pandemic where they all worked on improving themselves and were happy and confident in the work that they have been able to do, even though some of them didn’t have work for more than a year. They learned to know when and where to be in control of things by finding a silver lining with people being forced to go ho...2021-08-2431 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasSalisha Reunites with her Trevor The Musical CastFeatured on today’s episode, Salisha chats with Isabel Kaegi, Eli Tokash (who played Trevor in the musical), Justin O'Brien and Jhardon DiShon MiltonSalisha starts the conversation by asking the guests about their experience in this pandemic where they all worked on improving themselves and were happy and confident in the work that they have been able to do, even though some of them didn’t have work for more than a year. They learned to know when and where to be in control of things by finding a silver lining with people being forced to go ho...2021-08-2431 min
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The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasThe Salisha Show is coming YOUR Way: TrailerAre you ready for The Salisha Show? It's coming your way August 10, 2021 everywhere you listen to podcasts. Hosted by Broadway star Salisha Thomas, each episode brings you great conversations with great people. Looking for a high vibe, upbeat and uplifting conversation to power through your day? Tune into The Salisha Show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2021-07-2900 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasTextured Hair in Politics & Pageants w/ Cierra JacksonCierra Jackson is a political and Pageant Queen POWERHOUSE. When we recorded this episode in the winter of the Pandemic, she was Miss DC USA. Since then, she has officially become the longest reigning Miss DC USA in the history of the pageant. She crowned the new Miss DC and has now become the new Miss Black International Ambassador!! She's a model, an entrepreneur, has an online jewelry business which you can check out at @cierras_corner. She started a program called She Should Run which encourages and equips women with the tools needed to run for political office...2021-07-2943 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasInterview with Todrick HallSalisha Thomas sits down with the one and only Todrick Hall to discuss his journey to stardom, and of course, HAIR! Todrick is a choreographer, actor, dancer, singer, songwriter and director, who first became famous as a contestant on American Idol before going viral with his online Disney re-working videos. He is an absolute trailblazer, and huge inspiration for people all over the world. Todrick slays the game on the stage and on screen, starring in Broadway shows such as Kinky Boots, Waitress, and Chicago. He has choreographed for Beyoncè and RuPaul's Drag Race, and he continues to amaze h...2021-06-171h 00
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasMiss America 2010: CARESSA CAMERONWe simply cannot celebrate Women's Month without uplifting my favorite Miss America: Caressa Cameron (now Jackson): Miss America 2010. Hailing from Virginia, Caressa is the first Black Miss Virginia (2009) who went on to become the 8th Black Miss America. And as expected, she is warm, gracious, eloquent, intelligent, out of this world yet somehow still giving off Girl Next Door vibes. She is goals inside and out and her presence is simply mesmerizing. She is now the Founder and CEO of Caressed by Design, a wedding planning service.Follow Caressa: @caressacameronjackson and @caressedby design.Follow Host...2021-03-2551 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasBonus Episode Natasha FraterCurrently starring in Voyeur: The Windows of Toulouse Letrec in Greenwich Village, Natasha Frater joins the Black Hair in the Big Leagues family. FINALLY, THEATER!!!! IT'S HAPPENING! Slowly but surely. In this episode, host, Salisha Thomas asks all the questions about this Pandemic-friendly outdoor show in New York City: Is it safe? How does it work? Are people masked? Natasha answers all the questions and then some. It's feeling like a glimmer of hope for the Broadway industry.See show dates/times and get tickets here: https://unmakinglautrecplay.com/ Follow Natasha at...2021-03-2035 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasVegan Mom of 4 Blogger: CHANTEA MCINTYREChantea McIntyre is a real life superhero and powerhouse. A mentor, a mother to four gorgeous children, blogger, influencer, and all around badass, Chantea is CONSTANTLY leveling up and challenging herself to get to the next level. A former Miss Fresno County, Miss Tulare, and Mrs. California, she has mastered the art of making anything glamorous and following her journey is like taking a free Masterclass in How To Conquer the World and Look Good Doing It.Follow Chantea McIntyre: @chanteamcintyre and her blog at www.ChanteaMcIntyre.com.Follow Salisha Thomas: @salishathomas2021-03-1832 min
Broadway Bible SchoolMary and MarthaY’all today I’m coming to you with a bonafide PRAISE report, hallelujah. God was so good and really protected me over the weekend. And then we gone talk about a lil Mary and Martha from the New Testament. Come through honaaay!
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The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasThe Good Place: TIANA OKOYEMaking her Broadway Debut in the Cher Show in NYC, this UCLA grad is no stranger to big stages including the Hollywood Bowl (Mamma Mia, A Chorus Line) and some of the yummiest Live musicals on TV including Hairspray Live and Grease Live. In Southern California, Tiana Okoye was Disney's first Black Elsa in FROZEN: Live at the Hyperion. You can catch her on The Good Place and HBO's Silicon Valley. With the curls and body of a goddess, you're gonna wanna stalk the crap out of her.Follow Tiana Okoye: @tee_ohhhFollow Salisha...2021-03-1151 minBroadway Bible SchoolEP 9 Joshua Ch 1-6Welcome to Broadway Bible School! I'm your host Salisha Thomas and today we are covering the first few chapters in the Book of Joshua. You know that story about Jericho? This is it. Alright let's get to it!
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The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasBHM Bonus EP: CHERYL MORROWHost Salisha discusses the science and technology of Black hair with Cheryl Morrow, CEO of the California Curl Company, and daughter of its founder, world-renowned, Willie Morrow. Willie Morrow is famous for coining "the blowout" era and is the inventor of the blow attachment comb for hair dryers.Watch 400 Years Without A Comb at the following link: https://youtu.be/B6Lg9IWFDLg Get a glimpse of the 400 Years Without A Comb Museum at the following link: https://youtu.be/H7fRG-3dDDQFollow Cheryl Morrow: www.facebook.com/thecherylmorrowFollow S...2021-02-2849 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasSIMONE IMAANI: World Record for Largest AfroSimone Imaani (also, Simone Williams) has gone down in history for currently holding the Guinness Book of World Records for the LARGEST afro., with her afro measuring in at a whopping 4 feet and 10 inches in circumference! A fashion designer hailing from Brooklyn, this Vegan powerhouse is humble and AWE-INSPIRING. There's no better way to begin to bring Black History Month to a close than with this episode. If you're trying to grow your afro, go ahead and grab a note pad, because Simone lets you in and lays it down.Follow...2021-02-2546 minBroadway Bible SchoolEP 7 The Book of EstherYall I am so excited to go through the Book of Esther. It's the perfect Ten Chapter story in my opinion. Come on in. Let's go on a journey together.
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The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasBroadway's Ain't Too Proud Nasia ThomasSalisha Thomas sits down with Nasia Thomas (no relation, by the way), where Nasia makes the poignant point that “our hair is not the problem” while discussing the issue of Black hair with our host. Nasia was a cast member of the National Tour and the Broadway cast of Beautiful: The Carole King Musical and was an original cast member of Broadway musical Ain’t Too Proud – The Life and Times of The Temptations, playing Mama Rose. You can see Nasia in an upcoming streaming production of the The Last Five Years February 11-25, produced by Out of the Box Thea...2021-02-1840 minBroadway Bible SchoolEP 6 The Book of RuthHappy Valentine's Day!! On this day of Love, I would like to go over the Book of Ruth. Because we all want a Boaz in our lives. Well...actually...some people LIKE being single and fierce. And if that's you, I ain't mad atcha! *handclap* But if you do have someone or desire to share your life with someone, we are going to pray that your person is a BOAZ! This one's short and sweet.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/salisha-thomas/support2021-01-2421 minBroadway Bible SchoolEp 2 GenesisWelcome back to another episode of *goes to look up the title that I wrote down* Broadway Bible School! Salisha Thomas here and we are working our way through Genesis. We'll get through this mammoth of a Book within 4 episodes. We are breakin it down with Abraham today. I hope you have fun listening to me retelling these iconic stories, but also I pray that this whets your appetite to go check it out for yourself! Let me know what you think: leave a review or find me on Instagram @salishathomas and drop me a note.
...2021-01-2420 minBroadway Bible SchoolWelcome to Broadway Bible School Ep 1Hey You All, I'm Salisha Thomas (@salishathomas) and I'm just here to tell stories. Listen-I ain't nobody's theologian or preacher. I'm an actress on Broadway and I like to write and tell stories. I love to read, but when it comes to the Bible, I usually meditate on a couple verses at a time. I read through the Bible in its entirety last year which was my first time doing that as an adult, and I fell in love with the text. There are so many stories and details that honestly...this podcast is a way for me...2021-01-2435 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasJagged Little Pill's DEANNE STEWARTHost Salisha talks with Deanne Stewart, who recently made her Broadway debut on the Alanis Morrissette-inspired rock musical, Jagged Little Pill,. They discuss being "conditioned to the European standards of beauty" and finding the beauty within their own natural hair while on Broadway.Follow Deanne Stewart:Instagram: @deannestewartFor more information on Claim Our Space founded by Marla Louissaint, go to claimourspace.com or follow on IG @claimourspacenowFor more information on Oyin Handmade products, go to oyinhandmade.com or follow on IG @oyinhandmadeFollow Salisha Thomas:...2021-01-2150 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasRecording Artist and Broadway Star, Patrice CovingtonPatrice Covington just dropped a hit single 'My Favorite Things' available now anywhere you can stream music. She has sung back up for Jennifer Hudson, Christina Aguilera, and Stevie Wonder. She was in the original Broadway cast of The Color Purple and can SING. DOWN. And she just finished recording her first series regular. Stay tuned and up to date with Patrice Here!Follow Patrice on instagram @PatriceCovingtonSupport Black Hair in the Big Leagues podcast @blackhairpodcast or on Patreon HERE!Follow Salisha @salishathomas and at www.salishathomas.com2020-12-2441 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasBeautiful the Carole King Musical: Ladies EditionThis episode features Kris Roberts (Little Shop of Horrors), TyNia Brandon (Lion King), Gabrielle Elisabeth (Marvelous Mrs. Maisel), Kerissa Arrington Jessie (Sister Act), Rosharra Francis (EP "I'm the Girl) and is hosted by Salisha Thomas. Sharing a dressing room on Broadway at the Sondheim, these six ladies reunite for a true life Dressing Room Conversation.Follow the ladies:Kris Roberts IG @krisroberts22; Click Here to let Kris plan your next vacation!TyNia Brandon IG @thetybrandGabrielle Elisabeth IG @gabelisabeth; Click Here for her Blog!Kerissa Arrington Jessie IG @lovekerissa2020-12-171h 00
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasInterview with Miss USA 2019, Cheslie KrystHost, Salisha Thomas sits down with the reigning Miss USA, Cheslie Kryst days before she crowns the next Miss USA on November 9th. In addition to being a national title holder in one of the world's most renowned pageants, she is also a lawyer, correspondent for Extra TV, and runs a Fashion Blog for the working woman called White Collar Glam. Cheslie shares how she maintains her (hair) crown, her hair journey, and how she gained hair confidence before it was what it is today.Follow Cheslie Kryst:Instagram @Chesliekryst @MissUSA2020-11-0540 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasInterview with Jessie Hooker Bailey, Waitress on BroadwaySalisha Thomas sits down with the energetic, fun-loving Jessie Hooker Bailey (Waitress, Beautiful) and they are diving into Hair Journey. Jessie describes not even knowing where to begin with her hair, to experimenting, to ultimately becoming a natural hair bride. (Pictures available on the @blackhairpodcast Instagram page.)Follow Jessie Hooker Bailey @jessiehookerbaileyFollow Salisha @salishathomasFollow Black Hair in the Big Leagues @blackhairpodcastPatreon coming soon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2020-10-2948 min
The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasBHBL: Interview with Joanna Jones, Broadway's HamiltonSalisha Thomas sits down with Broadway's Joanna Jones. Joanna made her Broadway debut in Hamilton as Peggy/Maria Reynolds and is slated to open the Los Angeles touring company of Hamilton as Eliza.
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The Salisha Show with Salisha ThomasBHBL: Interview with Aisha Jackson, Broadway's FrozenHost, Salisha Thomas welcomes Broadway's Aisha Jackson as her first guest on Black Hair in the Big Leagues! Aisha's Broadway credits include Beautiful the Carole King Musical, Waitress (OBC), Frozen (standby as the first and only Black Anna on Broadway), and is slated to star in The Britney Spears Musical One More Time upon Broadway's return.
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