In The Fries

In this lively episode the hosts welcome Liberian–French entrepreneur Laura Brown, founder and CEO of Brown & Perry. Laura shares her journey from France to Liberia, the influence of her family and soccer legacy, and how she created a crystal glassware brand rooted in hospitality, culture and community.

The conversation covers building a brand across Europe, Africa and the U.S., challenges faced by diaspora entrepreneurs, the power of media and storytelling, and practical ideas for scaling—like content studios and local production in Liberia.

Laura offers encouragement to young creators and business owners, discussing trust in the process, representation in luxury industries, and her long-term vision for team growth, B2B gifting and potentially a production hub in Liberia.

On this episode the hosts sit down with Dr. Simmons to explore shame, silence, and healing in faith communities and everyday relationships. They discuss how churches often bypass emotional pain, the difference between guilt and shame, and how narcissistic patterns and love-bombing impact people—especially within the Liberian/African diaspora.

Dr. Simmons offers clear steps to begin healing: acknowledge your wounds, find trusted support, consider counseling, use creative outlets, and integrate faith as part of a broader recovery plan. The conversation mixes personal stories, cultural critique, and practical advice for anyone wanting to move from hurt to wholeness.

Panelists unpack the Vicky Gray–Master Queen altercation, the role of bloggers and PR in escalating the conflict, and questions of responsibility and accountability.

They also debate July 26th independence events, Duke Concept’s influence in diaspora markets, and broader challenges facing Liberian artists, promoters and community leaders.

This episode dives into Liberia’s economic struggles — how a weak middle class, high interest rates, and foreign-controlled industries limit opportunities while young Liberians turn to entrepreneurship and side hustles to survive.

Guests debate the lack of mentorship, government accountability, and the diaspora’s role in change, and they call for practical steps on infrastructure, capital access, and leadership reforms to unlock Liberia’s potential.

In this episode, Mora Mora from Vida Nation joins the show to discuss Liberian identity, entrepreneurship, and the "free mind" philosophy behind their clothing brand. He shares how growing between Liberia and the U.S. shaped his creativity, the challenges of judgment and limited resources, and practical steps for building generational wealth through knowledge and culture.

They also explore community initiatives, the power of fashion to create opportunities, and advice for young Liberian creatives striving to express themselves authentically and build a lasting legacy.

In this episode Alexander B. Cummings discusses Liberia’s challenges and opportunities, from leadership and corruption to investing in youth, technology, sports, and the arts. He outlines practical approaches to managing natural resources, strengthening institutions, engaging the diaspora, and building systems that deliver results for ordinary Liberians.

This episode delivers an unfiltered roundtable on global football, African solidarity, and life as Liberians abroad.

Hosts debate South African xenophobia, praise USA’s World Cup run, discuss Dr. Vicky Gray’s charity work, the $19M drug seizure, and the struggles around Liberia’s Independence celebrations and national leadership.

Host sits down with Liberian artist King Dee for a frank conversation about his rise from producer to performer, his breakout tracks like "Toxic Love" and "Chamo Slow Down," and the musical influences that shape his sound.

The episode includes candid stories about losing everything for music, church scandals and community pressure, the realities of touring and awards politics, and practical advice for young Liberian artists fighting for a global stage.

King D also reflects on collaborations, staying true to his roots while exploring Afrobeat and Hipco, and the discipline required to keep pushing beyond early success.

Hosts react to S.I.O.’s new single,  debating its message, production and promotion while questioning whether the song matches the artist’s intent.

The episode broadens into a heated discussion about who holds the title of Liberia’s biggest artist, the growing global presence of Liberian musicians like Morovia and Jzyno, genre identity (Afrobeat, country music, hipco) and the lack of industry infrastructure.

Throughout, the hosts call for Liberian unity and better support systems—urging artists and audiences to “tap in” and build a stronger music ecosystem together.

On this episode of In The Fries, guests dig into Liberia’s history and hot topics — from the notorious  99 Steps and its social roots to the personal stories behind it. They debate recent political turmoil, including the expulsion of lawmaker Yekia Kolubah and issues around freedom of speech, legal process, and accountability for public figures like Prophet Key. The conversation also addresses a Red Light market incident, women’s safety, cultural responsibility, and how collaboration and national pride could help Liberia move forward.