CultureCon Uncut

In this special Cannes episode of CultureCon Uncut, Imani Ellis sits down with two-time Emmy-nominated journalist Taylor Rooks for an honest conversation about pressure, ambition, identity, love, rest, and learning to fully become yourself. Together they discuss knowing what you want, discovering what you don’t want, and giving yourself permission to believe you deserve the life you’re building.

Recorded in Cannes with Spotify.

Episode Chapters:

(02:25) Stepping Into Pressure

(06:35) Living in Your Head vs. Being Present

(11:06) The Power of Believing You Can Do Anything

(14:36) Owning Your Success

(20:17) Learning to Rest, Not Quit

(22:28) Love, Surrender & Taking Up Space

(30:18) A Season of Peace, Appreciation & Expansion

(32:10) How Taylor Prepares for Big Moments

(35:08) “You Can Just Be”

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Imani and Ike discuss why we should bring back philosophers, how to scale your skills, and why you shouldn’t focus on feeling “behind” in life. Founder of AfroFuture, Abdul Karim Abdullah, joins Imani to talk about building AfroFuture, his views that pressure is a privilege, and why failure isn’t an option.

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Imani and Ike discuss the smallest hill they’ll die on. Kayla Nicole joins Imani to chat about entering a season of yes. From making dating fun again to the power of creatine, Kayla proves that saying yes can be its own kind of healing. 

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Imani and Ike discuss whether you should tell your friends about a new person the moment you start dating them and why Imani doesn’t want to be a warrior anymore. CEO and Entrepreneur, Whitney Headen joins Imani to share how she became an accidental entrepreneur with an 8-figure successful agency brand and why she no longer believes in Black Girl “Magic.”

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Imani and Ike reminisce on the first time they met. Imani sits down with creative powerhouse Justin Frett. Known for blending humor, heart, and purpose online. Justin opens up about growth, faith, and the lessons hidden in waiting seasons. 

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Imani and Ike discuss food compatibility and Ike judges Imani for how she likes her steak. Toni Chapman, culinary content producer and author, joins Imani to talk about the courage it takes to walk away from what no longer serves you. Toni also opens up about rediscovering purpose, pivoting with intentions, and the beauty of letting go to make space for her next adventure. 

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Imani and Ike discuss whether therapy has become too “cosmetic.” Imani sits down with Charlamagne Tha God to discuss why he’s no longer as mean as he used to be, building a business using the ‘Iceberg Effect’, and what he’s learned about life and love.

Content Warning: Please note that this episode includes discussion of suicide and mental health. If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, you can call or text 988 and be connected to help.

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The conversation on zodiac continues as Ike breaks down the basics for Imani while the two discuss their optimal work environment styles. Joey BadA$$ joins Imani to talk conspiracy theories, embodying Virgo energy, why he’s no longer drinking alcohol, and how to overcome overthinking. 

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In the season two premiere of CultureCon Uncut, Imani and Ike break down their dating attachment styles and whether birth order is actually a stronger compatibility indicator than zodiac signs. TV host and model Kamie Crawford discusses her dating non-negotiables, trusting herself and the unexplainable power of premonition.

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CultureCon Uncut is back for Season 2! This time Imani is joined by your problematic fave, Ike Slimster, plus an inspiring lineup of creatives and entrepreneurs — including Joey Bada$$, Kamie Crawford, Charlamagne Tha God, and more.

Follow CultureCon Uncut on Spotify to watch new video episodes every week, starting Wednesday, October 15.

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