GUESTS:  Host/executive producer Mariana Van Zeller, host of Trafficked with Mariana Van Zeller re: Season 5 of the show on National Geographic; Thomas Anderson host of the syndicated music radio show THE LOUNGE (LMB Network); Oscar-nominated director/filmmaker Traci L. Curry re:  HURRICANE KATRINA: RACE AGAINST TIME July 27th on (National Geographic), marks the 20th anniversary of the tragedy; veteran actress Elena Wohl re: new dramedy series Middlehood (Amazon, Plex TV); TV personality and biologist Forrest Galante re: new show 'Animals On Drugs - premieres July 28th on Discovery.

Trailer for Animals on Drugs:  https://youtu.be/OxzRHBu9HXM?si=tO9oRd-c_Dov7Iou

Listen to THE LOUNGE @ -- https://www.lmbnetwork.online/

Thomas Anderson @ -- https://thomaslounge.com/

#animalsondrugs #middlehood #KatrinaRaceAgainstTime #HurricaneKatrina #Trafficked #MarianaVanZeller #Thomasanderson #soulmusic #R&Bmusic #humantrafficking #drugcartels #animalsondrugs #midlifecrisis

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Sweet Samara is a short documentary, directed by Divad Durant, that follows Jalal Sabur, a Black farmer, at the Sweet Freedom Farm in Germantown, New York. The film explores Mr. Sabur’s mission to use maple syrup as a tool or symbol for abolition, drawing historical parallels between syrup and the fight against slavery—when it was promoted as an alternative to sugar produced through enslaved labor. The film further explores themes of climate justice and abolition through a poetic and visually arresting narrative through the making and process of pure, sweet maple syrup. Sweet Samara is available for viewing right now on Black Public Media’s AfroPop Digital Series on their YouTube channel or click on the link below to see the film in its entirety.

FILM LINK:  https://youtu.be/P5qrEhGbNm4?si=LLBTVFgk0had3kc0

#sweetsamara #divaddurant #afropopdigitalshorts #blackpublicmedia #filmshort #maplesyrup #climatejustice #sustainablefarming #blackfarmers #Jalal Sabur

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From the heartwarming legacy of Modern Family and This Is Us comes Middlehood—an award-winning dramedy that dives into the laughter, tears, and revelations of one woman’s midlife “lifequake” within her American immigrant family. Named Best TV Show at the NY International Film Festival and hailed by Woman’s World as “your newest obsession,” Middlehood is now streaming for free on Plex, in addition to Prime Video. Veteran actress Elena Wohl joins us to share insights into the show and her compelling role as 'Lisa Giordano-Navarro.'

https://www.middlehood.tv/

#ElenaWohl #Middlehood #midlifecrisis #LisaGiordano-Navarro #Plex #dramedy #women #middleagewomen

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NY Times Best-Selling author Joanna Ho chats about her latest children's book Becoming Boba, which is a heart-warming picture book, illustrated by Amber Ren. The book has a delightful story for children about self-discovery, self-love and identity, especially for Asian American children. Through playful storytelling and charming illustrations, Becoming Boba encourages readers to embrace their individuality and recognize that, like boba tea, people are ever evolving and beautifully diverse.

#BecomingBoba #JoannaHo #AmberRen #AsianAmerican #self-love #MilkTownTea #culturalidentity #diversity

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Actresses Tisha Campbell and Wendy Raquel Robinson chat about their latest film Operation Aunties. In the action-packed comedy/drama, the three women become cyber-age vigilantes on a mission for justice and survival, to solve a cyber stalking crime that uncovers a dark web trafficking ring targeting women through a rideshare app. Tisha Campbell, Melissa De Sousa, and Amiya Scott are part of the cast, while Wendy Raquel Robinson is the director of the film.

TRAILER:  Operation: Aunties | Official Trailer | Melissa De Sousa, Tisha Campbell, Amiyah Scott

#TishaCampbell #WendyRaquelRobinson #ALLBLK #cybercrime #OperationAunties #dramedy

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Committee Animal is a whimsical short narrative film by Robert Redfield that imagines a world where nature’s oddest creatures—like platypuses, penguins, and armadillos—weren’t shaped by evolution, but by a dysfunctional design committee. The film blends humor with subtle advocacy, using satire to rekindle appreciation for Earth’s land animals while complementing more serious wildlife documentaries. Committee Animal's director/co-writer Robert Redfield chats more about the film in this interview. The film short will be making its world premiere at the upcoming L.A. Shorts International Film Festival on July 20th.

TRAILER:  https://youtu.be/o9OkefygBMU?si=Ziu8lxGfnfM22b1O

www.committeeanimal.com

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Award-winning best-selling author Varian Johnson has written several novels for children and young adults. His brand-new book, Little Big Man, is a beautifully illustrated by NY Times bestselling illustrator Reggie Brown. The book highlights the fun journey of a young child building his confidence as he steps up into the big kid role, specifically as the little big man of the house. An excellent book for kids for summer reading!

www.Varianjohnson.com

@Varianjohnson

#LittleBigMan #childrensbook #VarianJohnson #picturebook #NYTimesbestseller #ReggieBrown #familyreading #newbaby

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The festive fun and holiday cheer comes a bit early for The Hallmark Channel's 'Christmas at Sea.' This 4-part mini-series blends tropical adventures on the high seas with holiday magic, offering fans a unique 'Christmas in July' experience. Each Monday for the entire month of July will feature a new episode that airs at 8pm (ET/PT) on The Hallmark Channel and streams the next day on Hallmark+ It's the ultimate fans experience for Hallmark Channel superfans to meet/greet many of their beloved favorite Hallmark celebrities. It’s part reality show, part holiday celebration—with heartfelt moments, surprise proposals, and plenty of celebrity charm. Hallmark Channel fan favorite actor and tv personality Jonathan Bennett shares more details about the fun mini-series in this interview.

Trailer:  https://youtu.be/pPRSyAcUQvc?si=NNn7alxNym7pEYS8

#ChristmasatSea #ChristmasinJuly #holidayfilm #JonathanBennett #holdaycruise #Tyler Hynes #HallmarkChannel

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Actress Kimberley Sustad chats about Christmas at Sea, a four-part reality docuseries airing on the Hallmark Channel as part of its annual Christmas in July celebration. The series follows devoted actual Hallmark superfans aboard the network’s first-ever Christmas Cruise, sailing from Miami to Nassau on the Norwegian Gem. Viewers are treated to heartwarming stories, while on-board fans mingle with beloved Hallmark stars like Kimberley Sustad, Jonathan Bennett, Tyler Hynes, Sarah Drew, and other Hallmark Channel popular talent. Part-one premieres July 7th at 8pm ET/PT on The Hallmark Channel, streaming the next day on Hallmark+

TRAILER:  https://youtu.be/pPRSyAcUQvc?si=RZxrfpumZisfU2hc

#ChristmasatSea #ChristmasinJuly #ChristmasCruise #HallmarkChristmas2025 #KimberleySustad #TylerHynes #TheHallmarkChannel #Hallmark+

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The History Channel’s new documentary Jim Thorpe: Lit by Lightning, airing July 7th @ 8pm (ET/PT) on The History Channel. Directed by award-winning filmmaker Chris Eyre, the film offers a powerful portrait of one of the most extraordinary athletes in American history. The film chronicles the life of Jim Thorpe, a Sac and Fox/Potawatomi sports icon who shattered barriers as the first Native American Olympic gold medalist and a multisport legend in football, baseball, and track and field. The documentary explores his triumphs and the systemic racism he endured. Eyre, known for his Native-centered storytelling, reframes Thorpe not as a tragic figure but as a resilient symbol of perseverance and pride.

TRAILER:  https://youtu.be/JdDV9zrSYXs?si=paW4x1yxfAKXe80f

#JimThorpe #NativeAmerican #OlympicGoldmedalist #NFLathlete #ChrisEyre @SacandFoxNation #TheHistoryChannel

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