What does it take to bring meaningful stories to life on screen? In Episode 281 of Kickin’ It with KoolKard, director and producer Anthony Clark opens up about his creative process, the power of representation, and the lessons he’s learned while navigating the film industry.This isn’t just about making movies, it’s about impact, legacy, and the passion behind the camera.

Discover the soul-stirring story behind Midnight Train from Georgia, the dazzling new memoir by Lady Dhyana Ziegler. In this deeply personal tribute, Lady Ziegler shares an intimate look at the life and legacy of her brother-in-law, William Guest, and the legendary group Gladys Knight & The Pips.From their humble beginnings in a small Atlanta church choir to their rise as icons in the music industry, earning a place in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, this memoir captures the heart, harmony, and history of a cultural movement.

This week on Kickin’ It with KoolKard (Episode 279), we’re joined by the dynamic Craig Kelley — a powerhouse actor, model, and entrepreneur taking the entertainment world by storm. We chop it up about his journey from modeling to acting, how he stays grounded in a fast-paced industry, and what it takes to build a brand and legacy in entertainment. Craig’s story is one of focus, faith, and fearless ambition, and I’m excited for y’all to witness it.Discover how Craig turns ambition into action, and get inspired by his hustle, humility, and passion for storytelling.

R.J. Stewart, the author of the post-apocalyptic thriller Crazy Hawk, is best known fordeveloping, writing, and producing Xena: Warrior Princess (starring Lucy Lawless), once thehighest-rated television show in syndication.  He started out as a teamster for nine years and a fledgling stage actor, until he got his first break, writing for the NBC romance, detective drama starring Pierce Brosnan, Remington Steele. It would parlay into a 22-year Hollywood career that includes writing credits for movies The Rundown, starring Duane “The Rock” Johnson, Major League 2, starring Charlie Sheen, and television’s Cleopatra 2525. He also worked on projects with Kevin Costner, Rebecca DeMornay, and James Garner.

In Episode 277 of Kickin’ It with KoolKard, we sit down with Lonnie Grant—a powerhouse Kingdom Mentor and Global Kingdom Builder—who traded comfort for calling and now empowers women from the beaches of Bali.She’s helping women rise spiritually, find purpose, and step boldly into their divine assignment. Her story is raw, real, and transformational.

Step into the fascinating world of N.L. Holmes, an award-winning novelist whose life reads like a novel itself. From the sacred silence of the convent to the dusty dig sites of ancient civilizations, N.L. lived many lives before finding her voice as a writer.For 25 years, she was an accomplished archaeologist and teacher, uncovering the past and inspiring minds. Before that? She spent two decades as a nun. And in between it all, she embraced the creative realms of art and antique dealing.Today, writing under her pen name, N.L. Holmes channels this rich tapestry of experiences into stories that are as insightful as they are compelling. Her journey reminds us that it’s never too late to evolve and that every chapter of life adds depth to our stories.

n Episode 275 of Kickin’ It with KoolKard, we sit down with the legendary Dr. Joe-Joe McManus — a global equity strategist, leadership advisor, and trusted voice in the DEI space. Dr. McManus witnessed firsthand the devastating impact that racism had on his racially, ethnically, and religiously diverse family growing up in a white-flight town south of Boston. Joe-Joe, the eldest of three boys, was born into a working-class family that lived in an apartment behind the local “packie” (liquor store). Shortly after his first birthday, his parents adopted five-week-old Kacey, and a few years later, their brother B-J was born. Racism became an issue early on for the McManus boys because of their reactions to Kacey, who was African American. Their family of five also experienced anti-Semitism and classism, and also ever-present anti-Black racism that was ever-present. Taught to actively oppose racism and intersecting oppressions from an early age, it became Joe-Joe’s life’s work after Kacey’s passing at only seventeen years old. Tune in for a powerful conversation about antiracism, leadership, and what it truly means to push the culture forward in corporate, academic, and global spaces.

This is a special re-air of Episode 236 featuring Titus Walker as he introduces the Ultimate Endgamers League — an innovative esports platform changing the game for players and fans everywhere. If you missed it the first time, now’s your chance to catch this powerful conversation on the future of competitive gaming.

Don’t miss this exclusive interview with R&B recording artist Vern Collier on Kickin’ It with KoolKard — Episode 273! Vern dives deep into his journey through the music industry, shares untold behind-the-scenes stories, and talks about the passion behind his latest projects. Whether you’re a fan of smooth R&B or an aspiring artist, this episode is packed with real talk, music insights, and inspiration.

Dr. Engram is known for his work in critically assessing the ways that racism and anti-Blackness impact African Americans in both systems of higher education.