Go On Say It

From the Olympic Games to television, from Digital Content Creation to Live Entertainment, producer, and entertainment industry veteran Valarie Benning Thompson has successfully done it all. This fifth episode (Episode #5) is an amazing conversation with Valarie (known as “Madam Producer”) who has produced or managed live events or tv specials for artists such as Kevin Hart, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, The World Cup Opening Ceremony, The Centennial Olympic Games, Prince, Mike Epps, Mo’Nique, Eddie Griffin, Gary Owens, The 2019 Trumpet Awards, The Shaquille O’Neal All-Star Comedy Jam, Luther Vandross, NWA, Guy, Bow Wow, DaBrat, The Wiz, 42nd Street, Sounds of Blackness, DeRay Davis, and Wild N’Out Live. We talk about current projects, streaming, Valarie’s first productions, what happens backstage, discovering talent, life as a woman in entertainment, valuable lessons learned, and many other things. I am proud to have Valarie in-studio sharing a wealth of information and of course, sharing a good laugh or two. Enjoy!

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A Great Interview! When you close your eyes, what is your vision for the future? Do you have a life goal you want to achieve? One man’s vision was to attend Stanford University, play in the NFL, and be nominated for The NFL Walter Payton Man of the Year Award! His name is Justin Reid. In this conversation with NFL Defensive Back Justin Reid, we talk through the journey Justin has been on from growing up in Louisiana, trying various sports, surviving natural disasters, entering college and professional sports. What type of mentality has served Justin well, and is that mindset applicable in various areas of life? I am proud to have Justin Reid in-studio sharing a wealth of information and of course, sharing a good laugh or two. Enjoy! As always, you can listen to every episode of “Go On, Say It,” with Jammy Kiggundu here.

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Take a gamble on yourself. Hear from a man who bet on himself over and over again and won. From college sports to big brand models, to fashion editors of the largest hip hop magazine, to writers and producers the evolution continues. Hear stories from behind the scenes of music, entertainment, sports, and fashion. This third episode (Episode #3) is a conversation with New York native Big Smiley. The conversation is designed to help you follow the life journey of a successful person who built critical relationships and had the courage to bet on himself. I am proud to have Big Smiley in-studio sharing a wealth of information and of course, sharing a good laugh or two. Enjoy!

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Welcome to the House of Kings! What TV series do you love, and why? What is it about a great story that captures your imagination and keeps your attention so thoroughly? Your favorite characters were inspired by some things you would not quite believe, and even your heroes have flaws! Today, we dive into the essence of bringing wonderful stories from concept to television production. In this Episode #6, we welcome two-time NAACP Image Award winner, Janine Sherman Barrois. Janine is an award-winning Executive Producer, Writer, and showrunner who develops and creates new series for Warner Bros. Janine has numerous projects in various stages of development at OWN, Showtime, Apple, and HBOMax. Janine is the Creator and Showrunner of the highly anticipated tv show, “The Kings of Napa,” which is a drama about an influential family who runs one of the most prestigious Black-owned vineyards in the world. The show premiered on Oprah Winfrey’s OWN network at the beginning of 2022. She was an Executive Producer on all four seasons of “Claws,” the hit TNT dramedy starring Niecy Nash and was the Showrunner for the first three seasons. Janine spent five years as an Executive Producer on the CBS hit series “Criminal Minds.” Prior to that, she was an Executive Producer on the wildly popular show “ER,” where she worked on the show's final four seasons. Before ER, Barrois spent five seasons on “Third Watch,” rising from Story Editor to Co-Executive Producer. I am proud to have Janine in-studio sharing a wealth of information and of course, sharing a good laugh or two. Enjoy!

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All American, Conference Player of the Year, NBA 1st round draft pick, then retire and work for NBC Sports while pursuing various entrepreneur and philanthropic interests. Playing with or against Jordan, Charles Barkley, Shaq, Allen Iverson, Tim Duncan, and other all-time greats. That’s the wonderful life of Kenny Thomas! But is it all roses? What were the experiences like? How did Kenny make the most of the opportunity life provided, and what words of wisdom would Kenny say to himself if he had used a time machine? This special episode is a conversation with Kenny Thomas on the life of K.T. I am proud to have Kenny in-studio sharing a wealth of information and of course, sharing a good laugh or two. Enjoy!

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Can you navigate through tough waters and keep smiling? The NFL sounds like a dream to most, but what does it really take and how do you satisfy your purpose when tragedy strikes? (Episode #4) is a conversation with retired NFL wide receiver, Devard Darling. The conversation spans the death of Devard’s twin brother Devaughn Darling, the life plan and purpose that grew from that passing, becoming a professional athlete and maintaining a positive outlook. I am proud to have Devard Darling in studio sharing a wealth of information and of course, sharing a good laugh or two. Enjoy!

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Can the power of a good promotion be understated? How many Pay-Per-View boxing matches have you been compelled to consume? Introducing Antonio Leonard, professional boxing Promotor. Antonio’s boxers have included Floyd Mayweather, Andre Ward, Shakur Stevenson, and more. His events have appeared on HBO, Showtime, ESPN, and dominate arenas like the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. In Episode #2 you will learn about what it takes to promote a mega event and the type of a person it takes to become a prizefighter. Antonio shares lessons from a lifetime of experience apply these to everyday life and take us inside the ring. I am proud to have Antonio Leonard in-studio sharing a wealth of information and of course, sharing a good laugh or two. Enjoy! As always, you can listen to every episode of “Go On, Say It,” with Jammy Kiggundu here.

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What should you absolutely have in your closet? Best color for an interview? Wear what to meet a President? So many style questions we all have in common, here you’ll get your fashion answers. This first episode (Episode #0) is a conversation with a nationally acclaimed personal stylist and custom clothier Alex Homer, who provides bespoke and ready-to-wear clothing to some of the busiest, influential, and most discerning men & women. The conversation is designed to help you learn trends, basics, and expand your understanding of fashion. I am proud to have Alex Homer in-studio sharing a wealth of information and of course, sharing a good laugh or two. Enjoy! As always, you can listen to every episode of “Go On, Say It,” with Jammy Kiggundu here.

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Is it good to be first? Ask Frank Rutherford. Meet 3-time track & field Olympian, World Cup of Track & Field winning, World Championship winning, NCAA Champion, honored by Congress, and native son of the Bahamas, Frank Rutherford. In Episode #1 you will learn about the mindset of a champion on and off the field of play. What did Frank say to Nelson Mandela? World travels, philanthropy, academics, entrepreneurship, purpose, faith, nutrition, athletics and more await. I am proud to have Frank Rutherford in studio sharing a wealth of information and of course, sharing a good laugh or two. Enjoy!

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What should you absolutely have in your closet? Best color for an interview? Wear what to meet a President? So many style questions we all have in common.

Here you’ll get your fashion answers. This first episode is a conversation with nationally acclaimed personal stylist and custom clothier Alex Homer, who provides bespoke and ready-to-wear clothing to some of the busiest, influential, and most discerning men & women. 

The conversation will you learn trends, basics, and expand your understanding of fashion. I am proud to have Alex Homer in-studio sharing a wealth of information and, of course, sharing a good laugh or two. Enjoy!

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