It’s Sommer Time

In this episode of Sommer Time, I sit down with Imani Ellis — founder of CultureCon and one of the most influential voices in creative entrepreneurship — for a conversation about faith, discipline, vision, and what it truly means to bet on yourself.

We talk about:

Building CultureCon from the ground up

Taking leaps before you feel ready

Mentorship and learning with intention

The realities of entrepreneurship and leadership

Navigating fear, uncertainty, and growth

Staying grounded while building something impactful

This conversation felt honest, reflective, and deeply affirming for anyone chasing a vision bigger than themselves.

If you’ve ever stood at the edge of a leap wondering whether to jump — this episode is for you.

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On this episode of Sommertime, host Sommer Hill sits down with entrepreneur and global leader Wilglory Tanjong for a powerful conversation about impact, leadership, and building across borders.

Wilglory shares insights from her journey creating change on an international scale, offering perspective on entrepreneurship, purpose-driven work, and what it really takes to lead with vision.

From navigating challenges to scaling ideas that matter, this episode dives into the mindset and strategy behind meaningful success.

If you’re passionate about impact, leadership, and creating something bigger than yourself, this conversation will inspire you to think differently and move with intention.

🎧 In this episode:

• Wilglory’s journey in global entrepreneurship
• Leadership lessons and mindset shifts
• Building purpose-driven ventures
• Creating impact across communities

On this episode of Sommer Time, host Sommer Hill sits down with DC’s own Fat Trel for one of his most raw and revealing conversations yet.

From growing up in Northeast DC surrounded by fast money, loss, and survival… to navigating prison, loyalty, and fatherhood—Fat Trel shares the real story behind the headlines.

He opens up about:

• Leaving home at a young age to help provide for his family
• The emotional impact of losing his grandmother while incarcerated
• Why loyalty means everything—even taking a charge for someone else
• How prison changed his mindset forever
• Why music became his therapy and purpose

This episode goes beyond music—it’s about accountability, growth, and understanding the reality behind the lifestyle.

Topics Covered

• Growing up in Northeast DC
• Street survival & providing for family
• Prison, accountability & consequences
• Loyalty & sacrifice
• Mental health & trauma
• Music as therapy

On this episode of Sommer Time, host Sommer Hill sits down with multidisciplinary artist Lex Marie for a powerful conversation on art, trauma, motherhood, and storytelling.

Lex shares how her work—ranging from paintings to installations—explores themes of Black childhood, discipline, memory, and healing. She opens up about how becoming a mother transformed her artistic voice and why her work often centers on raising a young Black boy in today’s world.

The conversation dives into her viral piece “Because I Love You,” which sparked deep emotional reactions and conversations around discipline and generational trauma.

From navigating the art world to using creativity as therapy, Lex Marie reminds us that art isn’t just something you see—it’s something you feel.

Topics Discussed

• Art as therapy and emotional release
• Black childhood and generational trauma
• Motherhood and raising a Black son
• Viral art and public reactions
• Finding your artistic voice
• Making art accessible vs valuable 

On this episode of Sommer Time, host Sommer Hill sits down with Dr. Jay Barnett for a powerful conversation about mental health, masculinity, relationships, and healing.

Dr. Jay shares insight into why many men struggle to express their emotions, how childhood experiences shape adult relationships, and why understanding emotional intelligence is critical for both men and women.

The two also dive into topics like modern dating, generational differences in communication, the importance of mentorship, and what it truly means for men to feel seen and valued.

From discussions about therapy and trauma to purpose, faith, and personal growth, this episode is filled with honest perspectives and meaningful takeaways.

If you’re interested in mental health, relationships, and personal development, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

Topics Discussed

• Why men struggle with emotional expression
• Mental health in the Black community
• Dating and generational differences
• Masculinity and vulnerability
• Healing from childhood trauma
• Building purpose and identity

On this episode of Sommer Time, host Sommer Hill sits down with entrepreneur, creator, and speaker Dontrell Britton for one of his most honest conversations yet.

Known online for teaching men about money, discipline, etiquette, and self-development, Dontrell opens up about the story behind his success — including the difficult path that led him there.

Growing up in Washington, D.C., Dontrell shares how poverty, loss, and street life shaped his early years, leading to his arrest and a six-year prison sentence. But prison became the turning point that forced him to reflect, rebuild his mindset, and ultimately transform his life.

In this powerful conversation, Dontrell talks about the lessons he learned behind bars, the moment he decided to change his life, and how he built a brand helping others improve their finances, discipline, and lifestyle.

Sommer and Dontrell also dive into topics like masculinity, relationships, money habits, and the mindset it takes to break cycles and create a better future.

This episode is a real conversation about growth, accountability, and what it takes to reinvent yourself.

In this episode:

• Dontrell’s upbringing and early life in Washington DC

• Losing his father and the impact it had on him

• His time in prison and the mental challenges of solitary confinement

• The moment he decided to change his life

• Becoming a trainer and building a social media brand

• Lessons on money, masculinity, and discipline

• Why financial stability changes everything for men

It’s still Homecoming Week at Howard University, and this time Sommer Time Podcast host Sommer Hill sits down with two of Howard’s most beloved content creators — Jade and Jadah, the hilarious viral duo whose friendship, faith, and hustle have made them campus legends.

What started as a playful TikTok idea between friends quickly turned into millions of views, national brand collaborations, and a growing fanbase that can’t get enough of their energy. From balancing college life with creative work to launching their Howard Hustle series, these two are redefining what it means to create with purpose.

🎧 Tune in for:

• How their first viral video changed everything overnight
• The story behind Howard Hustle and their mission to spotlight student entrepreneurs
• What it’s really like being creators and full-time students
• How they stay grounded in faith while building a platform
• Sommer’s professor moment 👀 — plus Howard Homecoming “This or That”
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✨ This episode isn’t just about content creation — it’s about faith, friendship, and finding your purpose in the process.

During Howard University Homecoming Week, Sommer Time Podcast host Sommer Hill sits down with visionary creative, stylist, and entrepreneur Sankara — a proud Howard alum who’s built a career at the intersection of faith, fashion, and purpose.

From Gary, Indiana to Hollywood, Sankara’s story is one of perseverance, transformation, and divine timing. She opens up about her journey from dancing and designing to styling legends like Phylicia Rashad, the lessons she learned at Howard, and how motherhood reshaped her grind.

This episode dives deep into what it means to trust your gift, embrace your foundation, and let art save your life.

🎧 Tune in for:

• How the Howard experience shaped Sankara’s creative drive
• From Michael Jackson to Broadway — how art inspired her vision
• The story behind styling Phylicia Rashad and finding purpose through mentorship
• How motherhood, patience, and faith shaped her business
• Why confidence is the real secret to personal style

✨ This isn’t just a fashion story — it’s about foundation, faith, and fierce self-belief.

On this episode of Sommer Time Podcast, Sommer Hill sits down with the multi-hyphenate powerhouse Jae Murphy — DJ, host, producer, and proud Howard University alum — to talk about faith, pivoting, and divine alignment.

From his start hosting Howard homecomings and campus events to touring the world with Kendrick Lamar, Jason Derulo, and even DJing for Jay-Z, Jae’s story is one of purpose, persistence, and prayer.

In this full-circle conversation — recorded during Howard University Homecoming Week — Jae opens up about his humble beginnings in Norfolk, VA, his leap of faith moving to Los Angeles, and how he learned to “pivot with purpose.”

🎧 Tune in for:

• Jae Murphy’s Howard legacy and the lessons that shaped his career
• The crazy story behind DJing for Jay-Z and Beyoncé
• Why he calls every challenge a “self-haze” moment
• The divine timing behind every major opportunity
• Sommer & Jae’s reflections on faith, favor, and staying grounded in the grind

✨ This episode isn’t just about the come-up — it’s about calling, confidence, and the courage to start again.

🎙 Sommer Hill: https://www.instagram.com/sommerfh/

🎧 Jae Murphy: instagram.com/jaemurphy

It’s Homecoming season at Howard University, and Sommer Time Podcast is kicking off Season 4 with a special guest — returning favorite Ariana Davis, attorney, entrepreneur, and founder of Stript & Buji Matcha.

Recorded during the energy of Howard Homecoming Week, host Sommer Hill sits down with Ariana to talk about legacy, entrepreneurship, balance, and the beauty of coming home to where it all started. From building a brand that empowers women to running two businesses and thriving as a mom, Ariana opens up about what it really takes to make it happen — and why Howard will always be part of her foundation.

🎧 Tune in for:

Ariana’s favorite Howard memories and how college shaped her hustle

What it’s really like to run two businesses and manage burnout

The truth about building your team and firing fast

Why entrepreneurship requires confidence, consistency, and faith

The legacy she wants to leave as a Howard alum and Black woman in business

✨ This episode isn’t just about Howard Homecoming — it’s about home, heart, and the hustle behind success.

🔗 Follow Them Here:

Sommer Hill: https://www.instagram.com/sommerfh/

Ariana Davis: https://www.instagram.com/mrs.stript/

Stripped: https://www.instagram.com/striptofficial/

Buji Matcha: https://www.instagram.com/bujimatcha/