Salvador is a sound designer, composer, engineer, producer, and dancer from San Diego. Not only is he talented as an artist, but culture is so important for him, and that’s what made our conversation really engaging - a shared understanding, love, and respect for marginalized cultures. Sal is especially passionate about his border town communities, and gives us some insight as to why that it is important. Sal’s unique life perspective as it pertains to sound, movement, and dance, is why art is so important within any field. Turn up the volume before pressing play, you’re in for a good time!

https://www.thefourthkyler.com/bhp/salvador

Sierra is from Los Angeles and is one of the co-hosts of the Black Girls Just Wanna Have Fun Podcast. Throughout our conversation, we discuss why she decided to get into podcasting (including a preview of a forthcoming pod, Moments We Gather, and get some behind the scenes stories from BGJWHF. If you are in search of some adulting do’s and don’ts, we also have a fun conversation exploring Sierra navigating her adult life, including her stops in the New England and Utah areas (quite a bit different from LA to most people). Oh, and can’t forget about a little something for the Disney fans!

https://www.thefourthkyler.com/bhp/sierra

The Banquet Hall is back with another couple! Join us for a lively discussion with Evan & Brittany, two of San Diego's premier talents when it comes to the art scene.

We shared a lot of laughs in this episode and a lot of gems. This episode was recorded not long after Brittany performed on CBS 8 as part of the Daygo’s Finest Series, so we got a little behind the scenes of what that day looked like. In addition, we talk about some of their other endeavors including facilitating uncomfortable conversations, and curating a “Digital Jam Session at the Barbershop” through Sessions at the Shop. Best of all, we get plenty of “aww” moments from these 2 creative lovebirds as we talk about the importance of building, sustaining, and growing community.

https://www.thefourthkyler.com/bhp/brittanyevan

Introducing a new limited series brought to you by Black Beauty Near You and The Banquet Hall! Jaida is making a 4-part return to the pod to share some wisdom. Each session, we discuss an overarching topic, how it has manifested in our personal and professional lives, and provide some gems for listeners to takeaway with them.

Arielsela is a mutli-faceted artist and public health advocate.

I was ecstatic to have Arielsela on the pod so that we could talk about all of the different phases and variations of Arielsela the person and the artist. She has learned to embrace multiplicity as she builds out her unique life pathway. This has led her on many journeys filled with discovery of self and the world as she grows more and more comfortable with expressing her unique self. Throughout the episode we revisit her stories modeling, performing, and working toward a better future of public health, so there is a little something for everybody!

https://www.thefourthkyler.com/bhp/arielsela

For Andre, one of his biggest priorities is making sure that his loved ones are able to eat and find nourishment holistically. This is embedded in everything that he does, from growing his own food and herbs in his garden, to his dedication to educating others on his unique understanding of the political landscape of the world from his academic experiences. As someone who has lived in many places during his journey from Shelby to San Diego, Andre blesses us with plenty of stories about his upbringing and how that has shaped his values and moral code. All of those experiences manifest beautifully through his music as he combines all of his gifts and interests to be a catalyst for change through his creative passion.

https://www.thefourthkyler.com/bhp/andre1k

What does it mean to be All In on yourself? This episode of The Banquet Hall Podcast features Nilla, a rapper from Inglewood, California. One of the most inspirational qualities about her? Her mindset to be fully invested in herself and her craft to the point she has elevated her celebrity exponentially in such a short period of time. Tune in for a lively conversation about Nilla’s journey figuring that out. From her viral Front Seat Freestyle, to having her own billboard up in her neighborhood, Nilla gives us a bunch of gems so you won’t want to miss out.

https://www.thefourthkyler.com/bhp/nilla

Joi is a multi-faceted artist, scientist, and a mother from Los Angeles.

Camille is a DJ, media personality, fellow MBA alum, and the host and creator of Scratching the Record Podcast!

Moments are so important throughout our journeys, including the highs and the lows, so we might as well make a movie out of all of them. Our conversation hits all corners of the globe as we also discuss a wide-ranging array of topics including the power of the metaphor, scrambled eggs, washing machines, Little Caesar’s Pizza, Kanye, and much more. Whether you want to know why someone would ever decide to do a graduate program during a global pandemic, or what it would be like to interview random people on the streets of Las Vegas, this episode has something for you!

https://www.thefourthkyler.com/bhp/camille