IN MY B.A.G. (BLACK AND GAY)

In this episode, John sits down Kadeem Alphanso Fyffe. Kadeem is a New York based fashion designer and author of Threading the Needle: A Fashion Designer’s Guide to Successfully Launching Your First Collection.

Kadeem talks about growing up in a Jamaican household and the relationship with both his parents. Kadeem also talks about how his love for fashion came at a young age through his experiences in the church.

John vents about the lack of support from other Black Gay platforms and organizations on the "In My B.A.G." segment.

There are a lot of gems that were dropped in this episode. Enjoy!

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In this episode, John sits down with the Philly boy himself, Bellami Underwood who is known for his outspoken and funny personality and his highly viewed content videos on social media. Bellami talks about growing up in Philly, his religious family, the person who motivated him to start creating content, the importance of therapy, and more.

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In this episode John sits down with creator of Gay Code and multimedia artist Isaam Sharef.

Isaam talks about his childhood of growing up in New Jersey, coming out to his mom in his twenties, the unanswered questions of his father not being in his life, and more.

Isaam also talks about why he started Gay Code and makes a huge announcement during the In My B.A.G. segment.

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In this episode John sits down with rapper, actor, and entertainer Peachez With A Z.

Peachez talks about growing up in upstate New York, his passion for music and lyricism, how he connected back with his brother, and Black love.

John gets a little emotional during the In My B.A.G. segment, and talks about the importance of mental health.

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In this episode, John sits down with content creator and social media influencer Tyreak Told You.

Tyreak talks about graduating from an HBCU, how he got started creating content, monetizing your content, the pros and cons between Tik Tok and Instagram, and more.

In My B.A.G. segment this episode will have you at the edge of your seats as John talks about an event that occurred on a late night.

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In this episode, host John Torrence sits down with Creative Strategist and Copywriter John Lesley. Aside having the same name, John Torrence and John Lesley find out that they both have many things in common.

Throughout the episode, John Lesley talks about being raised in the south, moving to New York City, becoming an intern at 30 to accomplish his goals to being the creator he is today, and much more.

In this episode, John sits down with corporate recruiter, Julio Nicolas Bueno. Julio talks about his passion for mentoring and recruiting early career talent, and provides advice for those who are interested in entering the workforce. He also talks about the advantages and disadvantages of being Black and Gay in Corporate America.

On a personal note, Julio talks about how difficult it was to come out to his parents and siblings, and how moving to New York City was life changing.

The "In My B.A.G." segment was very emotional for John as he talks about his experience getting ghosted and the effects it causes.

Enjoy!

In this episode, John sits down with content creator and professional baker Kareem Youngblood about his childhood growing up in Brooklyn, how he found his love for baking, and the people who has been having him in his B.A.G. lately.

Kareem has been seen on Netflix Sugar Rush and Chopped Sweets.

In this episode, John sits down with performance artist, writer, and educator Kenzi James. Kenzi talks about his recent performance in FOR COLORED BOYZ on the verge of a nervous breakdown/ when freedom aint enuff, a Downtown Urban Arts Festival production. Kenzi also opens up about his childhood and about the current relationship he has with his parents, his educational journey honing his skills as a performer by attending some of the top educational institutions for performing arts, and the many projects that he has written over the years. 

In this episode, John sits down with his good friend and Founder of Ebony Voyage, Aaron Westbrook. Aaron talks about "Coming Out" to his parents, his ongoing relationship with his father, the reason behind starting Ebony Voyage, and why it's so important to support black-owned businesses. 

This season is sponsored by the Counter Narrative Project (CNP), a nonprofit organization that shifts narratives about Black gay men to change policy and improve lives.