Introducing #BlackArtistryMatters, a new weekly series, which examines Black talent and their inspiring work amid the coronavirus pandemic. This week on #MaxOutTime: Multidimensional Entertainment Journalist and On-Air Talent, Gia Peppers, discusses the inspirations for her content creation during the new normal. Last spring, Gia’s event bookings turned virtual. Through Instagram Live campaigns like #FreeGameFridays and social media hosting, Gia transformed her platforms to share wisdom and #TellBlackStories. For more on Gia’s rise as a media mogul in the journalism and entertainment industry, follow her on Instagram @giapeppers. This episode was previously recorded on Monday, December 14, 2020. Part II will be available later in the series! -AJ II