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My latest guest on the "A Conversation With" podcast was Regan Farley, Public Relation Expert and Co-Founder of Intel Media Group. The Intel Media Group (IMG) is a full-service Public Relations firm. Regan worked with top companies such as Fox Broadcasting Company, NBC Universal, Def Jam Records, CBS Television, and PS Media Talent. We talked about the importance of relationships and how to build and maintain them.

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Regan Farley has created a blueprint to effectively disrupt the public relations industry by its traditional standards.  Regan worked with companies such as Fox Broadcasting Company, NBCUniversal, Def Jam Records, CBS Television, and PS Media Talent. She’s wrangled talent for red carpet events such as NAACP Image Awards, BET Hip-Hop Awards, and more.  As an alum of Lincoln University, she understands the importance of educating oneself to become an elite force in business and life. Regan lives by the notion that “The dream is free, but the hustle is sold separately. Each person has a different hustle and a specific goal to get them there. It’s important to recognize that early on and know that you must run your race to be successful.” 

As a digital content strategist, Regan provides strategy content for herself and clients through her company Intel Media Group.  Intel Media Group (IMG) was established to elevate both traditional and new media footprints of individuals, businesses, and brands across the country.  IMG clients have appeared on nationally recognized media platforms shows BET, Black Enterprise, Hot 97, Breakfast Club, VH1, Fast Company, and much more.  A stout philanthropist, Regan has partnered with organizations such as The Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Los Angeles and New York. She’s also a board member in the Maryland chapter and a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Her current endeavors include The PR Circle, Hustle Sold Separ8ly clothing, and Can’t Knock the Hustle journal, which is in conjunction with the Hustle Sold Separ8ly brand.

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Omegia Keeys was my guest on the latest "A Conversation With."  Omegia Keeys is an entrepreneur, producer, director, writer, and owner of AboutFace Media Productions and Business Like a Boss Inc., with 46 books and six films under her belt. Her goal is to tell everyday stories through the black lens and encourage black women to start their own digital businesses. Make sure to tune in and hear her amazing story!

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Omegia Keey's BIO

Omegia Keeys' is an entrepreneur, producer, director, and writer as well as owner of AboutFace Media Productions and Business Like a Boss Inc. With 45 books and 6 films under her belt. She honed her skills from over a decade of service in the military and from being a bestselling author. Her goal is to tell everyday stories through the black lens and encourage black women to start their own digital businesses. 

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Marshalle Favors was my guest on the latest "A Conversation With." Marshalle is a Producer/Director, and her passion for indie movies inspired her to co-found the Trinity International Film Festival and Detroit Black FIlm Festival. Recently, she was one of the recipients of the 25 most Influential Women in Detroit Awards. If you are an inspiring filmmaker, you need to watch this interview. Marshalle talks about the importance of following your dreams and staying true to your vision. She also shares her advice for aspiring filmmakers who want to make a difference in the industry. This is an inspiring interview that you won't want to miss.

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Marshalle Favors BIO:

Marshalle Favors is a Producer/Director. Her passion for indie movies inspired her to co-found the Trinity International Film Festival and Detroit Black FIlm Festival. Marshalle works in collaboration with other filmmakers to host film screenings, workshops, and networking events with industry professionals. Recently, she was one of the recipients of the 25 most Influential Women in Detroit Awards.

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In this episode of A Conversation With, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Deborah Richards, a four-time regional Emmy® Award Winner and creative storyteller with 30 years of experience in the digital arts. Deborah has worked in various roles as an innovative filmmaker, including writer, director, DP, editor, production designer, and more. She is truly a force to be reckoned with in the industry. We discussed her impressive career, the ever-changing landscape of the film industry, and her advice for aspiring filmmakers.

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Deborah Richards BIO:

Deborah Richards is a four-time regional Emmy® Award Winner and creative storyteller with 30+ years of experience in the digital arts. Her work over the decades has spanned from the dawn of the digital audio revolution as a musician and studio engineer in her teens to consulting, directing, and creating for some of the largest brands in the world today.

As an innovative filmmaker Deborah has worked in a variety of roles, including writer, director, DP, editor, VFX artist, colorist, sound designer, production designer, & camera girl. Her passion lies in emotionally connecting the story or brand to her audience.

Originally from England, she is a former 5-time world bartending champion, longtime Las Vegas resident, dog owner, and passionate advocate for the arts. Deborah is currently putting the finishing touches on her debut feature film - Move Me No Mountain, which is scheduled for release in the summer of 2022 in addition to developing several future film projects and working as a freelance director in Hollywood.

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The film industry can be a tough place to be. You're constantly under pressure to be creative and produce your best work. It's easy to get wrapped up in the stress of it all and forget to take care of yourself. In this episode of "A Conversation With," my special guests Mo Moshaty (Screenwriter and Journalist) and Nicole Lovince (Actress and Song Writer) discuss how to maintain your mental health in the film industry. They offer valuable tips and insight on how to manage the pressure and stay sane in this fast-paced industry.

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Mo Moshaty is a genre screenwriter and journalist with Nyx Horror Collective and co-producer of the 13 Minutes of Horror Film Festival featured on The Shudder Channel. With a concentration on psychological and possession horror in her writing, her background as a Trauma Specialist and Behavioral Therapist provides a sturdy foundation. Mo is the creator of the course, “Writing Trauma Respectfully for Screen” and was a Guest Lecturer for Prairie View A&M University's Film and TV Program. As a core member of Nyx, she has recently partnered with Stowe Story Labs to provide a fellowship for women writers over 40 working in the genre. You can find Mo's Podcast, Between the Bannisters, where she interviews creatives on the movie that shaped them, on Apple Podcasts. Mo's most recent literary work can be found in "A Quaint and Curious Volume of Gothic Tales", published by Brigid's Gate Press and "206 Word Stories" by Bag O' Bones Press.

Nicole Lovine is a multi-hyphenate Lifestyle Brand -Actress, Singer, Wellness, Podcaster, Public Speaker, Host and Live Event Brand Ambassador. 

She songwrites, produces, and performs original music under the name “Free The Unicorn” in the alternative metal pop r&b genre. She has roles in such films and tv shows as Pitch Perfect and Dear White People. Sharing the big screen with stars such as Anna Kendrick, Rebel Wilson, Monique, and Brendan Fraser. Nicole has performed live in front of a collective audience upwards of 30, 000 people. She has an extensive background in on camera acting, live stage performance, and content creation. She uses her social media to share my intuitive insights and experience through art, entertainment, and the power of manifestation. Nicole is the creator and owner of The Goddess Bath Experience. She helps women from diverse backgrounds create and learn to sustain a ritual self care practice called "The Goddess Bath" an intentional ritualist bath that will transform you inside and out. 

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In this episode of A Conversation With, we sat down with the one and only Tracey Moore. Tracey has had a successful casting career in television, film, and commercials for over 30 years. She has discovered people like Dave Chappell and cast people like Jon Stewart, Mike Epps, and Kerry Washington.   We talked about her current projects, "Inside the Black Box on Crackle TV" and "The Spirited Actor Podcast ." 

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Tracey Moore BIO

 Tracey Moore arrived in New York City in 1983 with two hundred dollars, a one-way ticket and a trunk from San Francisco, California to pursue a directing career on Broadway. One of her first jobs she created was a practical joke company for hire called “The Joke’s On You!”. Tracey wrote, directed and cast her unemployed actor friends in customized joke scenarios.After 4 years of playing jokes, Tracey was asked by a director to cast a music video. Being in a position to help actors get jobs moved her away from “The Jokes’s On You” into a successful casting career in television, film and commercials for over 30 years.

 One of Tracey’s first casting job was a show at MTV. Thesearch was for comedians and during Tracey’s scouting at comedy clubs, she discovered Dave Chappell. She cast Jon Stewart’s first MTV show “You Wrote It, You Watch It” and found Lisa Gay Hamilton and Donald Faison. Tracey has had her hands on a plethora of actors including Jamie Hector, Michael K. Williams, Kerry Washington, Jeffrey Wright, Mike Epps, Adam Rodriguez, Naturi Naughton and many, many more.Since then she has become a renowned casting director for feature films such as Miramax’s awarding winning, Just Another Girl on the I.R.T., New Jersey Drive and A Brother's Kiss. As Extras Casting Director, Tracey cast for the popular FOX show New York Undercover and Spike Lee’s “Girl 6”.  Her commercial credits include: Nike, Sprite, Coca-Cola, New York Times, Miller Lite, Pontiac, Taco Bell, Disney and PSA’s Under the Influence. 

In her "spare" time, Tracey enjoys speaking to students at various colleges. She has lectured at Howard University, Long Island University, CW Post, Georgia State University and Loyola Marymount University. Tracey also teaches The Spirited Actor Workshop and she conducts private coaching sessions. Her clients are Cardi B, Busta Rhymes, Missy Elliot, Eve, Nelly, Q-Tip, Faith Evans, LaLa Anthony, Naturi Naughton, Olivia, Jennifer Williams, Drew Sidora, Russell Hornsby, Kellita Smith, Charlie Murphy, Chico DeBarge, Musiq Soulchild, Faith Evans,  Common, Ludacris, Victoria Rowell, Mona Scott Young, Q- Tip, Darius Rucker (Hootie and the Blowfish) Lil’ Wayne, Joumana Kidd, Salt N Pepa, Laura Izibor, Kenny Latimore, NBA’s Ray Allen, Terrence and Rocsi of BET's 106th and Park, Fonsworth Bentley of BET’s Lift Every Voice, Tiny, Estelle, Kem, NFL Thomas Jones, Vanessa Simmons, Leslie Grace andThe Breakfast Club’s Angela Yee.. In 2002, Tracey wrote her first book entitled “The Spirited Actor; Principles for a Successful Audition” to empower and encourage actors on their journey.  

 Tracey made her music video directorial debut with an artist named Blac Dyemond, which featured a cameo of Samuel L. Jackson.  She recently shot the music video “Heaven” for R & B singer/ Broadway star Badia Farha. Tracey directed interstitials for Nickelodeon’s Black History Month, which won her the 2004 Parent Choice Silver Award. Tracey has directed the annual HBO / BET Screenplay Competition for the last twenty years for the Urbanworld Film Festival in New York City.

In this episode of A Conversation With, we sat down with Emmai Alaquiva. Emmai is a 4-time Emmy award-winning film director, photographer, and composer. He has a unique perspective, having been homeless at one point in his life. He has used his art to tell stories that showcase the soulful account of humanity. I  enjoyed our conversation.

 Emmai Alaquiva BIO:

Emmai Alaquiva, a 4-Time Emmy Award-winning film director, photographer, and composer, skillfully showcases the soulful account of humanity across multidisciplinary art platforms. Once homeless, Alaquiva shifted the trajectory of his life's path to become one of the most distinct trailblazers in the arena of creative arts.

Today, Alaquiva serves on the Pennsylvania Council of the Arts, appointed by Gov. Tom Wolf, CEO of Ya Momz House, Inc., a digital media agency, curator of OpticVoices, an interactive photography exhibit for social change as well as co-founder of Hip-Hop On L.O.C.K. an award-winning arts education program for youth K-12.

Presenting TEDx talks in 2016 and 2019, Alaquiva’s work has been seen and heard across the world through media giants from CBS, Amazon and PBS to celebrity projects with Oprah Winfrey, Wiz Khalifa, Martha Stewart, the late Dr. Maya Angelou and more. This 12-time Telly Award-winner has been recognized as Pittsburgh “40 under 40”, “50 Finest”, “FAB 40”, along with several proclamations from City of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XEw2Ky5XxDM He was GET Involved, Inc.’s “Man Of The Year” for his community leadership and WHIRL Magazine’s, “Couples Who Make A Difference” for his philanthropic work raising thousands for charity. Alaquiva hold’s a 2017 Emmy nomination his international directorial debut of the film “Ghetto Steps” and was selected by the City of Pittsburgh to spearhead the Amazon Pitch Video for their second Headquarters. Moreover, Alaquiva is a Pittsburgh Business Times, “Top CEO of the Year”, nationally honored as Black Enterprise Magazine’s “BE 100 Modern Man of Distinction and a national BMe Community Leader recognized by President Barack Obama. Most recently, Alaquiva wrote and directed a viral PSA, called “Unspeakable” featured on Good Morning America and seen by over 300 million people in over 60 countries which aims to amplify the voices of the Deaf, hard of hearing and those with disabilities. Emmai won two 2021 Emmy Award for his social justice work and was selected by GOGLE as a contributing film director for the 2021 Google Year End Search film released globally. “The Sky is NOT the Limit” - Emmai Alaquiva

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In this episode of A Conversation With, we sat down with Stacie Greenwell. In a town full of aspiring actors, Stacie is a shining star. She left a successful career as a lawyer in Washington D.C. to move to New York City and pursue her dream of acting. Her hard work has paid off, with roles in over 50 productions, including recurring roles on some of the most popular shows on T.V. Recently, I had the opportunity to chat with Stacie about her career, her upcoming projects, and her advice for aspiring actors.

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Stacie Greenwell B.I.O.:

Stacie Greenwell decided she'd rather play a lawyer on T.V. than be one in real life, so she stopped practicing law in Washington, D.C., and moved to New York City to pursue a career in acting. After earning an M.F.A. in Acting at the Actors Studio Drama School and performing in numerous plays and musicals in the Big Apple, it was time to move to Hollywood. Since arriving in Los Angeles in 2011, Stacie has appeared in over 50 productions, including recurring roles on Perry Mason (HBO), Shameless (Showtime), Sharp Objects (HBO), and Modern Family (A.B.C.).

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In this episode of A Conversation With, we sat down with Carl Gilliard. As an actor, producer, director, writer, and educator, Carl has worn many hats in the entertainment industry.  Carl shared his insights on the industry, from the importance of networking to the challenges of being an artist. He also offers advice to aspiring actors and provides an inside look at his work in film and commercials.

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Carl Gilliard Bio 

Carl Rousseau Gilliard is the President/CEO of the Gilliard Media Group, LLC (GMG), based in Los Angeles, CA. GMG provides media consultation, casting, media content creation, publishing, coaching and entertainment production services. His wife, Latonya Gilliard, serves as Vice President of Operations.

Carl is also the Co-Creator of the Bill Duke Media Foundation's Youth Media Camp, a non-profit organization with a distinct emphasis on offering new media arts and financial literacy to inner-city youth, ages 15 thru 18, in South Los Angeles, California.

Carl is a graduate of Michigan State University, and a native of Detroit, Michigan, by way of Chicago, Illinois. Upon moving to California, he dove into acting and landed many television and film roles, which facilitated his masterful skills in networking and forming relationships that has catapulted him into becoming extremely well-respected in the industry.

Carl has numerous film credits, including: Inception (Warner Bros), Red Eye (DreamWorks), Coach Carter (Paramount), and many television credits, including: Shameless, Greys Anatomy, Amazon's The Last Tycoon & House, MD, just to name a few. Mr Gilliard is presently recurring on the hit action/drama, The Family Business, now streaming on BET+. He has appeared in dozens of independent short and feature films. He is also the Creator, Writer, Executive Producer and Star of the HIT digital series, Two Degrees. Season One is currently available on Facebook and YouTube as Two Degrees The Series. www.youtube.com/twodegreestheseries

Along with starring on the large and small screens, Carl has appeared in dozens of stage plays, including Ninth Wave, South Of Where We Live, The River Niger, Waiting For The Rain, The Living Quarters, and Sweet Lucy's Love Lounge.

Carl is an accomplished NAACP Theater Award nominated Producer and Director. He produced and directed, Section 8, Power Couple Struggle, and Peace Be Still in Los Angeles. Carl also produced Steel Magnolias with the FCBC Repertory Company, the drama ministry at Faithful Central Bible Church that he founded in 2006 and led for 10 years. Steel was also nominated for multiple NAACP Theater Awards.

Carl resides in Los Angeles, with his wife and business partner, Latonya Gilliard. His children include Corinne Gilliard, a Producer and Executive at Spotify, Colin Gilliard, Musician/Director, and three Bonus children, Raven, Joshua & Jordan.

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In this episode of A Conversation With, we sat down with Todd Anthony. Todd is an accomplished actor, producer, and singer who has appeared in Black Lightning, Malcolm X (a short film written and produced by him), and other projects. We discuss his work, experiences, and advice for aspiring actors and producers.

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Todd Anthony's Bio

Todd Anthony is an artist with purpose. This actor, writer, producer, and singer is one of the brightest rising artists in entertainment. The light that shines within him transcends into his art on screen and stage. He truly believes that "when you let your light shine, you unconsciously give others the right to do so" (Nelson Mandela) in life, as well as his work. When choosing characters, Todd believes in playing roles that have character and roles that will help change the audience's life after their encounter. 

You can currently catch him recurring on Black Lightning S4 on Netflix as Dr. Morgan, in "Malcolm" as Malcolm X (also written and produced), "Angrily Ever After" as Malcolm, and "Influence" as Lamont Hudson, all streaming on BET+.

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