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somindboggling journeysS6:E3 - Slaying Stereotypes and Societal Stagnation with Director Melissa MowryIn this episode, we chat with performer, theatre maker and director Melissa Mowry. Melissa is at the helm of the reimagined classic tale of Dracula called “Dracula, A Feminist Revenge Fantasy Story, Really?” written by playwright Kate Hamill. This play challenges long-held societal norms about what it means to be a woman, a wife, a lady and a mother. It also harkens current times with the ‘Me Too’ movement and the discussion around choice, coercion and consent. These themes are all highlighted through Hamill’s campy writing and Mowry’s brilliant direction. Be sure to check out the final performances...
2024-11-0236 minsomindboggling journeysS6:E2 - 'Agency for the Lost...and Found' with Playwright Serena NorrIn this episode, we chat with playwright Serena Norr of "Agency for the Lost." You may remember Serena from when we first spoke to her and the cast of the short play "Vitality and Purpose." We are collaborating again - now our 4th time - on Serena's full-length play "Agency for the Lost" which explores childhood abandonment, how that abandonment plays out in adult relationships, the dark side of corporate culture and ultimately what it means to find and be found. Come join us for our staged reading on the evening of Monday, June 3rd at the Flea Theater...
2024-06-0327 minsomindboggling journeysS6:E1 - Nine Years and One Week Ago...As "somindboggling journeys" enters its sixth season, I reflect back on the podcast's first published episode, where I was, who I was with and how it felt taking a big step in the direction of a dream.
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University of Virginia
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2024-04-1906 minsomindboggling journeysS5:E13 - Actor and Author Ebbe Bassey Introduces Us to Her Extraordinary Hero on World Down Syndrome DayFor this episode, I sit down with actor/children's book author Ebbe Bassey to put a spotlight on Ebbe's journey as a mother of a young girl with Down syndrome, Anoushka. As today is World Down Syndrome Day, Ebbe shares the various challenges that she's had to come up against which inspired her to write her first children's book, "Anoushka's Extraordinary Heroes," dedicated to her daughter. The illustrated book aims to spotlight other courageous, resilient beings who have Down syndrome. Ebbe wrote this book to change the stigma around disabilities, explaining that the focus should actually be on their abilit...
2024-03-211h 38somindboggling journeysS5:E12 - Dr. Morgan Maxwell and Kadeem Alphanso Fyffe Introduce 'For Me Maternity' Robe for New MomsPast podcast guest Kadeem Alphanso Fyffe returns to the podcast, and this time he brings Dr. Morgan Maxwell to discuss their collaboration on the creation of the one-of-a-kind Gigi Luxury Hands-Free Pumping Robe by For Me Maternity. They share their journey from the initial concept to the final product, highlighting the importance of functionality and innovation. The robe features hands-free pumping access, a satin-lined hood, a weighted blanket feel, built-in bust support and multiple pockets. They also discuss the process of patenting the product and the benefits of joining the Amazon Black Business Accelerator program. They also discuss the...
2024-03-0143 minsomindboggling journeysS5:E11 - Filmmaker and Multi-Hyphenate Tony ClomaxWe are lucky to have filmmaker and multi-hyphenate Tony Clomax on this episode of 'somindboggling journeys.' His journey is 'somindboggling' indeed as he wears the hats of: creator, director, screenwriter, producer, editor and tenured-track professor. He shares what it's like juggling all the things and what he's experienced and learned along the way. This chat is really eye-opening because it sheds light on the fact that there's nothing easy or smooth about pursuing and living the dream. There are obstacles and challenges along the way that ultimately serve to fine-tune the artist and his craft. We leave no...
2024-02-281h 03somindboggling journeysS5:E10 - Meet the Playwright and Cast of 'Vitality and Purpose'Meet the writer and cast for the upcoming short play "Vitality and Purpose." Writer Serena Norr created the characters of Delfie, Clarence, Frau and Dr. Frau to examine how we determine what truly makes us feel happy and whole. This play will be brought to life by Emily Leibert, Stephanie Williams and Brian Uhrich, directed by me.
The play goes up at The Tank on Saturday, February 10 at 3pm EST and again on Monday, February 12 at 7pm EST.
Click below for more info + tix:
https://thetanknyc.org...
2024-02-0905 minsomindboggling journeysS5:E9 - 'Igniting the Fire Within' with Kyera KeenneIn this episode, Kyera [pronounced ky-ra] discusses her journey as a singer, writer, and entrepreneur. She shares her passion for natural hair care and the inspiration behind her e-book “Hair Symphony: The Step-by-Step Guide to Mastering Your Hair Type.” Kyera emphasizes the importance of embracing one's hair texture and all its uniqueness. She also talks about her music career, collaborations with artists like Carlos Santana and Goya Menor, and her forthcoming album. Kyera shares her experiences working in Hollywood as well as the challenges and opportunities in the entertainment industry. Viewers and listeners will be moved by Kyera’s fearle...
2023-12-2244 minsomindboggling journeysS5:E8 - 'Living Just Enough for the City' with Lauren Foster-LeeJoin me this week as I sit down with actor Lauren Foster-Lee. I loved this chat with Lauren, as she reminds me of myself when I first started out on this #somindboggling journey and needed to (1) adjust to new surroundings (2) adjust to new ways of being and (3) set out on an unknown path while also managing and planning for the "in-between." So many times when we hear about people living out their dreams, we don't hear about the changes/adjustments/uncomfortable learnings and living that preceded that dream coming to life. Lauren and I talk about how she is...
2023-10-0630 minsomindboggling journeysS5:E7 - Dreams, Magic and Miracle Baby with Ch-a Mosley & Baby NaomiIf you have lived long enough, you've experienced a hardship or two. As we get older, the realities of life rear its not-so-pretty head whether in the form of sickness and/or death, disappointments, heartbreak, injustice and/or atrocities on a larger level. Life be life’ing, as they say. So when there are moments of magic and glimmers of hope, we have to embrace them and inhale the fresh scent of newness like that of a newborn baby - figuratively and literally!
Meet this week’s guests… Ch-a Mosley, new mother at the age of 47, and her now...
2023-09-1251 minsomindboggling journeysS5:E6 - Back-to-School with Mother/Daughter Duo Kimon and Kambry JacksonIn this episode, meet one of my long-time friends - of over 30 years! - loving mother and supportive friend Kimon and her sweet, smart-as-a-whip daughter, Kambry. With summer vacation coming to a close and the new school year beginning, moms are kicking it into high-gear. Listen in as Kimon shares how she balances encouraging Kambry's independence while also honoring her mama bear instincts, how she's been deemed the "cool mom" while also remaining the "no-nonsense mom," supporting Kambry's dreams and much more. Moms are some of the ultimate creators, so I love hearing how they shape and mold their...
2023-09-0538 minsomindboggling journeysS5:E5 - Insurance Specialist for Artists Jim BracchittaIn the previous episode, I shared an update on the status of my insurance. On this episode, we have insurance specialist for artists who is also an actor, Jim Bracchitta, on the show to help us demystify the process of keeping ourselves insured while on our artistic paths. As the Associate Director of Health Services for the Entertainment Community Fund (formerly called The Actors Fund), Jim takes myself and listeners through the realities of being an artist while tending to one of the major components of living life in the in-between.
The Links:
Watch the...
2023-07-0335 minsomindboggling journeysS5:E4 - Artist Update - SoloHere's a life/artist update with Summer 2023 underway!
The Links:
Listen to Episode 1 of Season 4 to hear why Steph and I started "The Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron
The Entertainment Fund (formerly known as 'The Actors Fund') as a resource for health care understanding and support
Getting annual mammograms
Steven Pressfield's "The War of Art" on Resistance
Summer Solstice - a peak of expression, fullness, strength, abundance, fertility, creativity, warmth, receptivity, and activation.
A breakdown of The WGA/Writer's Strike
Mo...
2023-06-2013 minsomindboggling journeysS5:E3 - Fashion Designer Kadeem Alphanso Fyffe and Historical Curator Kimberly Annece Henderson on Writing Books While Celebrating and Supporting Each Other Along the JourneyKimberly Annece Henderson and Kadeem Alphanso Fyffe are former classmates and friends from Durham, NC who are now in the Big Apple pursuing their individual dreams while supporting and celebrating each other along the way. Kimberly is a historical curator and researcher who has contributed on The 1619 Project, and Kadeem is a fashion designer with extensive experience at numerous fashion labels including Michael Kors and Marc Jacobs.
In this episode, we hear how these two got their start and how their skills, experience, tenacity and vision led them to becoming first-time authors, supportive friends and co-pilots on...
2023-06-0940 minsomindboggling journeysS5:E2 - Actor/Writer Krystle N Adams speaks on her play 'See No Color' and our upcoming reading togetherKrystle N Adams is an actor, a writer, a wife and a mother, just to name a few of her many roles. Krystle and I first met in 2018 while performing as sisters in a play written by Joan Bigwood titled "Or Current Resident." Since then, we have worked on in-person and virtual readings, including "See No Color" written by Krystle, inspired by a true event. This compelling play has received both acclaim for its bravery and truth, as well as criticism for its bold and unapologetic storytelling. We’d love for you to join us for our virtual reading th...
2023-04-2744 minsomindboggling journeysS5:E1 - Special Birthday Episode - SoloHey y'all hey!
Today is my birthday, and I wanted to give you a little update on what's been going on. In this episode, I talk about my AM/daily routine, weekend plans leading up to my birthday and strengthening my self-love. Here's to another trip around the sun! #somindboggling
The Links:
Habit Share
Melissa Wood Health
Yasmine Cheyenne Meditations
EVOLVE by Erika - Kundalini Guide
Samantha Martins - Kundalini Guide
5-min Journal
Movement is Medicine
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2023-03-2833 min
somindboggling journeysS4:E13 - BONUS - 'Bringing in the New Year' with Stand-up Comic, Writer, Actor and Attorney Andrea ColemanAndrea Coleman is a stand-up comedian, actor, writer and accomplished lawyer. She first appeared on the podcast in 2017 with Ekwa Msangi (Listen to Part I and Part 2) to speak about her lead role in the web series “All My Friends Are Married” by Mercedes Brazier-Thurman. Andrea shares how the pandemic changed her worldview and led her to reassess her intense workload, how her health struggles introduced her to alternative methods such as Reiki and Shamanism, and the premiere of "Her Brand of Humor" by Yuting Lei, which is a documentary portrait chronicling Andrea’s life and career.
— Creating...
2022-12-2656 minsomindboggling journeysS4:E8 - Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas Eve!Ok, so in all transparency - this is Episode #8 because the scheduling was thrown off, and I did not have an episode ready in time to post for you. Soooo there was no Episode #8 at the time (there was no Episode #2 as well - but that's coming!). I'm learning and growing, and so appreciative of you riding this wave with me. I went ahead and used this slot to take a trip down the proverbial candy-striped lane to share with you my 1st radio play from Dec 2013(!) -- "The Tale of the Emergency Landing at Christmastime" with actors Julia...
2022-12-2416 minsomindboggling journeysS4:E12 - 'Blooming Where We're Planted' with Stephanie Williams (Part 2 of The Artist's Way)Stephanie Williams is BACK! Stephanie has returned to catch us up on where she is with her artist dates + morning pages, bringing Season 4 full-circle. She shares the transformative experience she had going to Cape Town, South Africa and updates us on her one woman show. I share my own artistic growth after seeing some Broadway shows as well. Join us as Season 4 comes to a close. Here's to a softer 2023 ahead.
— Stephanie's Artist Date to South Africa
— My Artist Dates on Broadway to see:
Topdog Underdog by Suzan-Lori Parks, directed by Kenny Leon with Corey Hawk...
2022-12-1949 minsomindboggling journeysS4:E11 - The 'Power of the Pause' with Life Editor Kibi AndersonKibi Anderson is an entrepreneur, mentor, speaker, visionary and now life coach. With an extensive background in strategy, business development, media, entertainment, tech, finance, and entrepreneurship, Kibi combined her learnings and founded "Life Editor" -- a coaching offering focused on helping artists, creatives, professionals, and executives reach their highest potential. With a goal to redefine intergenerational wealth for Black people and bring more balance to people's lives, Kibi is here to share her unique take on how we can kick off 2023 on the right foot.
— Kibi's Journey to Becoming a Life Editor
— Discipline, Consistency, and the In...
2022-12-1245 minsomindboggling journeysS4:E10 - Darlene Hope on 'Keeping Hope Alive' Throughout the Years of an Acting CareerDarlene Hope is an accomplished multi-hyphenate actor in New York City who just wrapped a production with The Shakespeare Theatre of New Jersey. She starred in their production of "Florence and Mojo" by Alice Childress, who holds the esteemed title of being the first African American woman to win an Obie Award in 1955. With 30+ years experience in the entertainment industry (16 of those years in NYC), Darlene opens up about how she has kept her hope alive, her creativity full, and her spirit strong throughout her journey.
— Pursuing work in Theatre, Film, Voiceover, and Television
— Acting in wo...
2022-12-0555 minsomindboggling journeysS4:E9 - Holiday Healing with Therapist Megan Stocker HeadleyMegan Stocker Headley and I met while resident assistants (RA's) at the University of Virginia — my alma mater. I was struck by her beautiful groundedness and ability to be completely in the moment. She studied Biology and Psychology, with a minor in Art History. Since graduating, Megan has worked as an artist, writer, food/wine restauranteur, and now therapist. Helping others heal and find their way is where Megan dedicates her time, heart and empathy. A specialist in therapeutic techniques grounded in neuroscience, attachment theory, somatics, and mindfulness, Megan shares her thoughts on honoring and reconciling feelings and emotions du...
2022-11-2850 minsomindboggling journeysS4:E7 - 'Orange Is the New Black' Actor Miriam Morales on the Industry, Being a Content Creator, and Staying True to YouMiriam is an actor, lifestyle creator, and writer who joins us for this episode of the podcast. She shares what it's like juggling an acting career and life as a content creator, all while working a 9-to-5 job. She also shares what it felt like to book her first recurring role as Ramona “Pidge” Contreras in "Orange is the New Black." Listen in as she gives us a real, unfiltered account of her journey and why it's important and okay to be true to you.
— Miriam's Journey w/Acting, Social Media, Writing and Corporate Employment
— Authentici...
2022-11-1442 minsomindboggling journeysS4:E6 - 'The Back Track' with BettinaWe are right in the middle of Season 4, and we are introducing 'The Back Track.' Our host, Bettina, checks in with a solo episode and brings listeners up-to-speed on what you may have missed. Get ready for a quick rundown on Episodes 1-5. We’re talking about personal growth, finances, the foods we eat, mental health and feeling the fear and doing it anyway.
Episode Links:
Isaiah Michael Joyner was featured on Somindboggling Journeys in Episode 7 of Season 2. Check out his podcast "How to Juggle the Struggle: The Millennial's Guide to Thriving Not Surviving"
2022-11-0712 minsomindboggling journeysS4:E5 - Staying 'Woke & Healthy' with Zakkiya MillerZakkiya Miller is a conscious wellness educator and the creator of 'Woke & Healthy.' Her platform is all about helping women and girls heal themselves through mindful choices, aligned behaviors and healthy eating. What began as a 21-day vegan challenge and a 4-hr intermittent fasting experiment turned into a spiritual and physical renewal for Zakkiya. As she gears up for a re-branding built on encouraging vulnerability, this mother of two beautiful girls has come on the podcast to share her story and how she hopes to continue to do so authentically.
— How food affects our emotional, physical, an...
2022-10-3154 minsomindboggling journeysS4:E4 - Merideth Hite Estevez on Guiding 'Tortured Artists' into 'Artists for Joy'Merideth Hite Estevez is a professional oboist, life coach, podcast host, and guide on "The Artist’s Way." She leads both group and individual coaching sessions helping lead people back to their creative spirits. She created "Artists for Joy" as a space for creatives to reconnect with the joy that made them want to be an artist in the first place. As you heard in Season 4: Episode 3 (S4:E3), I have struggled to stay consistent with some (most!) aspects of "The Artist’s Way" — namely the morning pages and the artist dates. A bit of synchronicity led me to Meride...
2022-10-2453 minsomindboggling journeysS4:E3 - Finances as a CreativeToday is Monday, October 17th also known as tax extension day, and if you're like me, finances are a source of anxiety. In my first solo episode of Season 4, I open up about the stress of it all. After all, the goal of this podcast is to dismantle the idea that you need to be perfect and have everything else in your life be perfect before you can create. I'm sharing the ups and downs of my own #somindboggling journey. Join me as I get vulnerable about finances, introduce you to a finance expert and his ideology, where I'm...
2022-10-1721 minsomindboggling journeysS4:E1 - 'The Artist's Way' with Stephanie WilliamsWe are kicking off Season 4 of Somindboggling Journeys by starting a new exploration with all of you. I am embarking on a 12-week program called "The Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron with today's guest - actor Stephanie Williams. The course is all about giving yourself permission to nurture your creative spirit through morning pages, artist dates, and dedicated time for self-growth and self-discovery. Steph and I bond over our friendship over the years (we performed in a play together called "Bitter Apples" written by Arthur French III back in 2009! We get vulnerable about where we are currently feeling stuck...
2022-10-0343 min
somindboggling journeysS3:E12 - Child Actors Lyric Angel, Cameron Keitt, and their MomsThis episode features child actors Lyric Angel and Cameron Keitt and their dedicated and supportive moms, Angel Dixon (Lyric Angel's mom) and Daria (Cameron's mom). The child actors give a glimpse into what it's like for them to work on set, while the moms get candid about what it's been like to raise, support and nurture child actors. The moms touch on how the children started acting and working in the business. Lyric Angel and Cameron talk about their experience shooting a Nathan's Famous Hot Dog Commercial in 2020 (which is still THE commercial spot that's featured on the brand's...
2022-07-1834 min
somindboggling journeysS3:E11 - Storyteller, Creative Producer, and Writer Kia BarbeeKia Barbee is a storyteller, creative producer, founder of “ScriptRead,” writer of TV pilot “French Mgmt,” author of the play “Roommates” which was just showcased in New York City, and a preschool teacher. Kia talks to us about being a writer, what her process is, why she created “ScriptRead,” and what she currently has in the works. A prolific writer in basically all of the genres — we're talking supernatural, sci-fi, dramas, satire, dramedy, thriller, psychological drama, and even romcoms — Kia can do it all. She's already written a TV pilot that was featured at the Austin Film Festival AMC TV pilot and been co...
2022-07-1122 minsomindboggling journeysS3:E10 - Actors Justin Phillips and Laura CornachioJustin Phillips and Laura Cornachio are two comedic actors who I met on the set of a Nathan's Hot Dog Commercial. They're both working actors, and we decided to sit down and have a roundtable talk all about acting. We talk about what it was like to film the commercial together, how we learned Andy Cohen was the name attachment, how a bee almost derailed the shoot, and what has come of our big booking. We even get very real about what it's like to try to get footage, trying to overcome imposter syndrome, learning to speak up for...
2022-07-0454 minsomindboggling journeysS3:E9 - Actor/Podcaster/Influencer Sam ValentineSam Valentine is the creator and founder of the One Broke Actress podcast and my co-producer here on Somindboggling Journeys. Having just wrapped her 9th season of One Broke Actress, launched a new podcast production company called Fast Forward Productions, and had a recurring role on Bosch: Legacy, Sam is a busy working actor/CEO/dog mom. She takes us through the inspiration behind One Broke Actress, what her schedule looks like, how she manages her time, and why transparency is so important to her brand.
— Creating One Broke Actress
— Being in your "Flow State"
2022-06-2743 minsomindboggling journeysS3:E8 - Actor/Student AnastasiaAnastasia and I met on the set of NORK (2022), a new project about two friends chasing the American Dream with the goal of helping their community in Newark, New Jersey. This project is Anastasia's first lead role, and she was an absolute pro. A current student at NYU, Anastasia joined Somindboggling Journeys all the way from Madrid. She takes us through her love for Cheetah Girls 2 and Bridgerton, her thoughts on going to NYU for acting, and what she is manifesting for the next phase of her career.
— Choosing a stage name
— Being a university studen...
2022-06-2039 minsomindboggling journeysS3:E7 - Writer/Actor/Producer/Director Marchelle ThurmanMarchelle Thurman is an actor, writer, producer, and director. A graduate from the NYU Tisch School of the Arts, Marchelle walks us through her journey as a multi-hyphenate. From balancing a full time corporate job while being a creative to being inspired by Issa Rae and Lena Dunham, Marchelle gets real about how the hustle never stops. Even as she juggles multiple projects, Marchelle is the type of person who brings 100% to everything that she does. It's one of the things that I'm constantly inspired by, and it's no surprise that her first feature film (that she co-wrote!) ended...
2022-06-1352 min
somindboggling journeysS3:E6 - Multidisciplinary Artist Kenya (Robinson)Kenya (Robinson) is a multidisciplinary artist born, raised and currently based in Gainesville, Florida and a self-proclaimed mischief-maker. She is a performance artist, voiceover artist, writer, sculptor, painter and more who studied at the Los Angeles Technical College before going on to study at Yale University and Skowhegan School of Painting and Sculpture. She's had her art featured at a variety of museums and institutions including Deutsche Bank and the Smithsonian Museum, where one of her pieces is a part of their permanent collection. After creating and expounding upon her project, "White Man On a Pedestal (WMOAP)," Kenya joins t...
2022-06-1048 min
somindboggling journeysS3:E5 - A Memorial Day InterludeWelcome to our first Interlude podcast episode. I wanted to take some time in between guests to reflect on all we have shared so far this season. From Cameron's time management and Gerard's work ethic, to Morgan taking control of her career and opportunities…we see that no journeys are one in the same. I also comment on the pursuit of this podcast and my own dreams, even though the world around us is constantly shifting and so emotionally challenging. In fact, with all the despair, I think our dreams are more important to hold onto now more than ev...
2022-05-3009 min
somindboggling journeysS3:E4 - Singer/Songwriter and Actor Morgan PageMorgan Page is a singer/songwriter, actor and producer who just released her first single: Broken Open. We met in an acting class and her fearlessness was apparent from the very first time that I met her. She just took a major step in moving over to the West Coast, where she has begun producing her own music while continuing to build her acting career. Despite being a creative professional for years, Morgan shares why she feels like her journey is just beginning.
— Deciding to make the journey from New York City to Los Angeles
— The...
2022-05-2344 min
somindboggling journeysS3:E3 - Screenwriter/Playwright Gerard Brown on Writing the Movie 'Juice'Gerard Brown is best known for his work on Juice (1992), which launched the careers of Omar Epps, Jermaine Hopkins, Khalil Kain, and Tupac Shakur. He also wrote episodes on shows such as Spawn (1998) and Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child (1995). In this episode, Gerard shares his experience writing Juice and the "feast or famine" nature of the film industry. He also talks about the difference in writing for film and theatre, and what his favorite project to date is.
— Who Gerard is
— Gerard's writing process, and the unpredictability of success
2022-05-1622 minsomindboggling journeysS3:E2 - Cameron Keitt on Being an Actor, a Student and (anything but) an Average KidWelcome back to Somindboggling Journeys! In this episode, we are joined by the busiest 9-year-old I know: Cameron Keitt. We met on the set of a hot dog commercial in 2020 when the industry slowly began to pick up production on projects after the height of devastation from COVID-19. Cameron immediately blew me away with his talent, professionalism and charm. Listen in as he talks about his favorite chapter books, his favorite actors, and what it's like balancing school and acting all while being a kid.
— Who Cameron Is + How We Met
— How Camero...
2022-05-0913 minsomindboggling journeysS3:E1 - Allow Me to Reintroduce MyselfBettina here, the host of Somindboggling Journeys! I am so excited for the third season of my podcast. Before I bring on new guests, I want to reintroduce myself, let you all know where I am in my own journey, and what I plan to bring you this season.
2022-05-0205 minsomindboggling journeysS3 - New Season Trailer!Somingboggling Journeys is B-A-C-K for Season 3! Get ready for exciting, interesting, and always somindboggling journeys in your podcast feed every Monday with me, Bettina Goolsby. Make sure you subscribe and follow us right here!
2022-04-1101 minsomindboggling journeysS2:E7 - Entrepreneur/Podcast host Isaiah Michael Joyner on staying true to who you areIsaiah Michael Joyner (@isaiahmichaelj) is the founder and owner of top concierge firm, Reserv Concierge. For the past 8+ years, Isaiah has been curating memorable experiences and providing high-level gifting for corporate clients. He has combined his expansive industry insight, fruitful relationships and warm humor and personality to share his nuggets of knowledge with the next crop of entrepreneurs and dream chasers through his podcast, "How to Juggle the Struggle: The Millenials' Guide to Thriving Not Surviving." @howtojugglethestruggle
Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby (@bettinagoolsby)
Producer: Bettina Goolsby
Sound: David Terrell
Intro & outro music: DJ Dilemma (@officialdilemma)
2019-02-0227 minsomindboggling journeys#11: entrepreneur/podcast host isaiah michael joyner on staying true to who you areisaiah michael joyner (@isaiahmichaelj) is the founder and owner of top concierge firm, reserv concierge. for the past 8+ years, isaiah has been curating memorable experiences and providing high-level gifting for corporate clients. he has combined his expansive industry insight, fruitful relationships and warm humor and personality to share his nuggets of knowledge with the next crop of entrepreneurs and dream chasers through his podcast, "how to juggle the struggle: the millenials' guide to thriving not surviving." @howtojugglethestruggle
creator & host: bettina goolsby (@bettinagoolsby)
producer: bettina goolsby
sound: david terrell
intro & outro music: dj dilemma (@officialdilemma)
photographer: rex...
2019-02-0100 minsomindboggling journeys#10: actor/producer wunmi fowora on roles for African women and health insurance for actorsthis is part 1 of my convo with actor/producer wunmi fowora. wunmi plays the role of 'ade' in somindboggling's upcoming short film 'hair braid miss.' she plays an African hair braider working on harlem's historic 125th st. in this episode we talk about what playing the role meant to wunmi, in addition to what other roles she comes across for African women. then we talk about the all important topic of health insurance for actors.
creator & host: bettina goolsby (@bettinagoolsby)
producers: bettina goolsby
sound: bettina goolsby
intro & outro music: dj dilemma (@officialdilemma)
photographer: rex (@pharaohrex)
2018-12-1100 minsomindboggling journeysS2:E6 - Actor/Producer Wunmi Fowora on roles for African women and health insurance for actorsThis is part 1 of my convo with actor/producer Wunmi Fowora. Wunmi plays the role of 'Ade' in Somindboggling's upcoming short film "Hair Braid Miss." She plays an African hair braider working on Harlem's historic 125th St. in this episode we talk about what playing the role meant to Wunmi, in addition to what other roles she comes across for African women. Then we talk about the all important topic of health insurance for actors.
Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby (@bettinagoolsby)
Producers: Bettina Goolsby
Sound: Bettina Goolsby
Intro & outro music: DJ Dilemma (@officialdilemma)
Photographer...
2018-12-1144 minsomindboggling journeysS2:E5 - Actor Rotimi Paul on his first studio film "The First Purge"We talk with Rotimi about how it felt booking and working on his first studio film, "The First Purge" and what this means for his career going forward.
Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby (@bettinagoolsby)
Producers: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne (@edrickbrowne)
Sound: Bettina Goolsby, Kinnard Chapman (@dj_administer)
Intro & outro music: DJ Dilemma (@officialdilemma)
Photographer: Rex (@pharaohrex)
2018-08-1129 minsomindboggling journeys#9: actor rotimi paul on his first studio film "the first purge"we talk with rotimi about how it felt booking and working on his first studio film, "the first purge" and what this means for his career going forward.
creator & host: bettina goolsby (@bettinagoolsby)
producers: bettina goolsby, edrick browne (@edrickbrowne)
sound: bettina goolsby, kinnard chapman (@dj_administer)
intro & outro music: dj dilemma (@officialdilemma)
photographer: rex (@pharaohrex)
2018-08-1000 minsomindboggling journeysS2:E4 - Screenwriter Sundi Lofty on having faith and honing your craftWe talk with Sundi about her journey from college to internship to becoming a professional screenwriter.
Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby
Producers: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne
Sound: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne
Intro & outro music: DJ Dilemma
2018-01-011h 03somindboggling journeys#8: screenwriter sundi lofty on having faith and honing your craftwe talk with sundi about her journey from college to internship to becoming a professional screenwriter.
creator & host: bettina goolsby
producers: bettina goolsby, edrick browne
sound: bettina goolsby, edrick browne
intro & outro music: dj dilemma
2017-12-3100 minsomindboggling journeysS2:E3 - Singer/Songwriter/Producer Rae Walker on sophomore album "The Ra[e]volution"We talk with Rae about her sophomore album "The Ra[e]volution" and what the journey has been like so far traveling and seeing the world through music.
Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby
Producers: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne
Sound: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne
Original music: Rae Walker
Intro & outro music: DJ Dilemma
2017-11-0439 min
somindboggling journeys#7: singer/songwriter/producer rae walker on sophomore album "the ra[e]volution"we talk with rae about her sophomore album "the ra[e]volution" and what's the journey been like so far traveling and seeing the world through music.
creator & host: bettina goolsby
producers: bettina goolsby, edrick browne
sound: bettina goolsby, edrick browne
original music: rae walker
intro & outro music: dj dilemma
2017-10-1939 minsomindboggling journeysS2:E2 - Writer/Director/Producer Kerith Lemon on writing short films "A Social Life" & "Bare"We talk with Kerith about her short film "A Social Life" and finding the balance between creating art and making a living.
Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby
Producers: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne
Sound: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne
Music: DJ Dilemma
2017-09-1934 min
somindboggling journeys#6: writer/director/producer kerith lemon on writing short films "a social life" & "bare"we talk with kerith about her short film "a social life" and finding the balance between creating art and making a living.
creator & host: bettina goolsby
producers: bettina goolsby, edrick browne
sound: bettina goolsby, edrick browne
music: dj dilemma
2017-09-1734 minsomindboggling journeysS2:E1 - Writer/Producer/Director Huriyyah Muhummad on creating first web series "Keloid"We talk with Huriyyah about her hit web series "Keloid," the 3 things you need to make it in the film industry, and the organization she founded - The Black TV and Film Collective.
Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby
Producers: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne
Sound: Bettina Goolsby
Music: DJ Dilemma
2017-09-1346 min
somindboggling journeys#5: writer/producer/director huriyyah muhummad on creating first web series "keloid"we talk with huriyyah about her hit web series "keloid," the 3 things you need to make it in the film industry, and the organization she founded - the black tv and film collective.
creator & host: bettina goolsby
producers: bettina goolsby, edrick browne
sound: bettina goolsby
music: dj dilemma
2017-09-0846 min
somindboggling journeysclip from ekwa msangi interview - being an artist in new york cityThis is a clip of my interview with filmmaker Ekwa Msangi. Ekwa's latest project is a short film titled "Farewell Meu Amor." Read more about Ekwa at www.ekwapics.com.
2016-12-3002 min
somindboggling journeys#4: writer/director alfonso johnson & music artist meli sullisten in as i sit down with writer/director alfonso johnson and music artist meli sul. we talk about everything under the sun from films & music to zika & marijuana. craziness! but a good time was had by all. hope you enjoy, and we'll see you on tues, july 19th at ode to babel in prospect heights, brooklyn where we'll be checking out 3 of alfonso's short films & listening to beautiful tunes by meli sul. #reelBKLNnites
special thanks to: dr. aisha langford & edrick browne
2016-07-1549 min
somindboggling journeys#3b: director ekwa msangi & actress andrea coleman of web series "all my friends are married""somindboggling journeys" sits down with director ekwa msangi & actress andrea coleman to discuss what it really looks like to pursue your dreams while living & working in the city. part ii!
creator & host: bettina goolsby
producers: bettina goolsby, edrick browne
sound: edrick browne
music: dj dilemma
2016-05-0526 minsomindboggling journeysS1:E3b - Director Ekwa Msangi & actress Andrea Coleman of web series "All My Friends Are Married"Part II: "Somindboggling Journeys" sits down with director Ekwa Msangi & actress Andrea Coleman to discuss what it really looks like to pursue your dreams while living & working in New York City.
Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby
Producers: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne
Sound: Edrick Browne
Music: DJ Dilemma
2016-04-2726 minsomindboggling journeysS1:E3a - Director Ekwa Msangi & actress Andrea Coleman of web series "All My Friends Are Married"Director Ekwa Msangi & actress Andrea Coleman talk with Somindboggling Journeys about their new web series "All My Friends Are Married." Check it out online beginning Wed 4/27 at www.allmyfriendsaremarried.tv.
Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby
Producers: Bettina Goolsby, Edrick Browne
Sound: Edrick Browne
Music: DJ Dilemma
2016-04-2724 minsomindboggling journeysS1:E3 - Clip from Ekwa Msangi interview - Being an artist in New York CityThis is a clip of my interview with filmmaker Ekwa Msangi. Ekwa's latest project is a short film titled "Farewell Meu Amor." Read more about Ekwa at www.ekwapics.com.
2016-04-2702 min
somindboggling journeys#3a: director ekwa msangi & actress andrea coleman of web series "all my friends are married"director ekwa msangi & actress andrea coleman talk with somindboggling journeys about their new web series "all my friends are married." check it out online beginning wed 4/27 at www.allmyfriendsaremarried.tv.
creator & host: bettina goolsby
producers: bettina goolsby, edrick browne
sound: edrick browne
music: dj dilemma
2016-04-2624 minsomindboggling journeysS1:E2 - Actor-Producers Lodric Collins & Tami Jordan on producing short film "Forgiving Chris Brown"Los Angeles-based actor-producers Lodric Collins & Tami Jordan return to New York City for the premiere of their latest short film, "Forgiving Chris Brown."
Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby
Producer: Bettina Goolsby
Sound: Mike Hurst
Music: DJ Dilemma
2015-10-0933 min
somindboggling journeys#2: actor-producers lodric collins & tami jordan on producing short film "forgiving chris brown"los angeles-based actor-producers lodric collins & tami jordan return to new york city for the premiere of their latest short film, "forgiving chris brown."
creator & host: bettina goolsby
producer: bettina goolsby
sound: mike hurst
music: dj dilemma
2015-10-0933 minsomindboggling journeysS1:E1 - Writer/Director Ramazan Nanayev on his first feature film "Roads to Olympia"Writer/Director Ramazan Nanayev takes us along on his own personal road to his first feature film - "Roads to Olympia."
Creator & Host: Bettina Goolsby
Producer: Bettina Goolsby
Sound: Mike Hurst
Music: DJ Dilemma
2015-04-1135 min