“The Chi” actor and model Cortez Smith recently stopped by the Vocalo studios to sit down with mornings host Bekoe. The two discussed Smith’s upbringing on the West Side of Chicago, how he got his start in acting and getting into and out of character. They also touched on Smith’s thoughts during the ongoing SAG-AFTRA and Writers Guild strike, and more.

This interview originally aired on Vocalo Radio 91.1 FM during Mornings With Bekoe on Tuesday, August 22. It was edited and produced by Bekoe. Keep up with Cortez Smith and “The Chi” by following him on Instagram @cortezsmith.official.