Today's broadcast is an Echo from the Archives with Featured Storyteller S. Pearl Sharp! A working actress for over fifty years, she starred in the TV movies Minstrel Man, opposite Glynn Turman, and Hollow Image with Morgan Freeman, Robert Hooks and Dick Anthony Williams amongst others...during the 1960’s and 70’s, S. Pearl Sharp was part of New York City’s vibrant Black Arts Movement, studied acting in Harlem through the government’s “Poverty Program,” and was a member of esteemed novelist John Oliver Killens’ writing workshop, where she created her first play, "The Sistuhs" and published her second collection of poems. In 2013 she released an audio collection of five short stories titled "Uncertain Rituals" and we honor her memory and contribution as some of those stories are shared on this Echo broadcast. Additionally, we honor the memory of "Lawrence 'Lobace' Stoll, a valuable member of the Radio Theatre For Your Soul family, supporter of ALL things artistic and a dear friend. With his Drum & Bass in tow, he was the in-studio support for S. Pearl Sharp's original broadcast on June 11th, 2016, Season 1. Both of you are forever in our hearts with a story to remember!

Heather Ayers is the Featured Storyteller on Radio Theatre For Your Soul - Where Storytellers Gather...Around the Mic! A Midwesterner, living in New York City, Heather has been living her passion and now a veteran Broadway Actor ! You may know her from shows like, Our Town, Groundhog Day,  & A Little Night Music or on television in the series No Activity & Scandal. Born with parents who have a love of music and other genres of the arts, her profession seemed inevitable.  Her story, titled “Conquering this Town: An Actor’s Life Tour” shares some very significant & exciting moments in her life. Indeed, a genuine story shared.

To contact Featured Storyteller Heather Ayers, follow her on Instagram at @BreathofFreshAyers and please let her know that you heard her story on ⁠Radio Theatre For Your Soul!⁠

Sekou Writes and Fee King are the Featured Storytellers on ⁠Radio Theatre For Your Soul - Where Storytellers

Gather...Around the Mic!⁠ Fee King is an Artist, Entrepreneur, Author, NAACP nominated Playwright & Actoramongst many other gifts & blessings AND Mr. Sekou Writes also an Artist, Entrepreneur, Author, Day Trader, Marathoner & Stroke SURVIVOR amongst many other gifts & blessings! Together they run these NYC streets…literally they are running, Sekou Writes specifically has run over a thousand days and counting, including the most recent NYC marathon. Together, they are truly an inspiring example of actualizing optimum health, embracing their pivot through whatever challenges arise and & just loving each along the way!  

Their story titled “Recovery, Love & Running into Excellence” is about managing life.  To read about howintentional they are, check out their published books, including "Little Sekou’s 1st dollar", "Get Rich 101" & "Hack your Pain Now" by Featured Storyteller Sekou Writes…also books by Featured Storyteller Fee King, "Her-Story Unstuck" and "The Calvary Ain’t comin’ I get to save myself" all available on Amazon.com.

To contact Featured Storytellers Sekou Writes & Fee King directly, follow them on Instagram at @SekouWrites and @feesfitnessover40

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Aziza aka Rev. Aziza⁠ is the Featured Storyteller on ⁠Radio Theatre For Your Soul - Where Storytellers Gather...Around the Mic!⁠ a native New Yorker, a proud Harlemite, Harlem NYC. As a Foster Mom, Dancer, Choreographer, and ordained Interfaith Minister, her spirit of service extended to the Peace Corp as a volunteer.  A recipient of the Lillian B. Carter award, given to those volunteers specifically over the age of 50 who demonstrate a commitment to civic engagement and service, Aziza currently holds a position as Supervisor and Regional Manager for the Peace Corp.  Her story titled “A Space of Faith” is only a snippet of Featured Storyteller Aziza’s posture of humility and service.

 Featured Storyteller Aziza aka Reverend Aziza has an upcoming book titled “Fostering Faith” expected in 2026!  So, please find updates and additional information by putting her name in Google and if you happen to cross her path in person…perhaps in Harlem, please let her know you heard her story on ⁠Radio Theatre For Your Soul!⁠

Byron C. Saunders⁠ is the Featured Storyteller on ⁠Radio Theatre For Your Soul - Where Storytellers Gather...Around the Mic!⁠ He is an Arts Management Consultant, Actor, Director, Producer, Dramaturg, Radio Talk-Show Personality, Civil Rights Activist and so much more!

Featured Storyteller Byron C. Saunders story is titled “Legacy, Civil Rights & Show Biz” and it’s about his life thus far, his family history, the Civil Rights Movement and his navigation as an artist and all the related fields in show business.  It’s fascinating and what he has on the burner, including an upcoming Broadway production about civil rights activist, Opal Lee, known as the “Grandmother of Juneteenth" is definitely something to look forward to in the near future.

Featured Storyteller Byron C. Saunders can be reached via all social media platforms including:

⁠Facebook ⁠ Byron C. Saunders

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Alonzo LONZO Williams is the Featured Storyteller on Radio Theatre For Your Soul - Where Storytellers Gather...Around the Mic! This Echo from the Archives, titled "N.ot W.ithout A.lonzo" is a live interview from 2017 with the undisputed Godfather of West Coast Hip Hop Alonzo LONZO Williams! A Compton, CA native LONZO can boast an entertainment career spanning over 40 years. As a DJ, Record producer, & leader of The World Class Wreckin’ Cru, Lonzo is also credited with launching the careers of some of the most notable names in hip-hop, including N.W.A. (Dr. Dre, Ice Cube, DJ Yella, and Eazy E), Michel’le, DJ Battlecat, Rodney-O & Joe Cooley, The LA Dream Team, and Compton’s Most Wanted, amongst many more.

Featured Storyteller Alonzo LONZO Williams can be followed & contacted directly at the following:

Website: https://www.lonzowilliams.com/

Instagram: @reallonzonwa OR

https://www.instagram.com/reallonzonwa

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lonzowilliams/

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Ingrid Arthur is the Featured Storyteller on Radio Theatre For Your Soul - Where Storytellers Gather...Around the Mic! She is a Singer & Theatre Performer with strong roots in gospel music. Born in Gainesville, Georgia, she has been working as a performer worldwide and living in Germany for over 20 years, recently becoming a finalist on The Voice of Germany!!!

Featured Storyteller Ingrid Arthur's story titled "Journey of Faith" is about what is possible when you have a dream to pursue, when you go for that dream and when you step inside the spaces that ultimately take you to placesyou never expected. Ingrid has been blessed and confirmation is clear with her new single titled “I’ve been blessed” released via Intent Recordings out of Berlin, Germany.

Featured Storyteller Ingrid Arthur can be reached via:

Instagram @theeingridarthur

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Athena Moore is the Featured Storyteller on Radio Theatre For Your Soul - Where Storytellers Gather...Around the Mic! A native New Yorker and longtime community advocate, currently working on the mayoral campaign for Adrienne Adams, Speaker of the New York City Council since 2022,we are reminded in NYC why it's important to get out and vote! But most importantly Featured Storyteller, Athena Moore is a woman of faith, a mother, sister & friend who supports many without hesitation and has been supportedby many who have inspired, mentored and guided her along the way! Her life’s focus is also an inspiring-mentoring guide rooted in community & public service. Her story titled “As I reflect & Civic Advocacy” offers a thoughtful introduction of the becoming of our Featured Storyteller Athena Moore…there’s so much more to Athena Moore!

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Nathan Trice is the Featured Storyteller on Radio Theatre For Your Soul - Where Storytellers Gather...Around the Mic! A native of Detroit, Michigan who now resides in Brooklyn, New York, he is a Dancer, Choreographer, and the Artistic Director of nathan trice / RITUALS: dance.theater. music. community. faith. love.

Additionally, he is a US Military Veteran. He is doing some very important work through his art & ministry including the realm of anti-racism. His story titled “My Artistic Journey – A Personal Mission” has taken our Featured Storyteller Nathan Trice along many roads revealing the common threads in artistic communities worldwide with a DNA for empathy and compassion.

Find & follow Nathan Trice on Facebook and check out his website: http://www.nathantricerituals.com/about/biography/

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Al Woodley aka Alfred Woodley is the Featured Storyteller on ⁠⁠Radio Theatre For Your Soul⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠Where Storytellers Gather...Around the Mic⁠⁠⁠!   His story, titled "Lowtide in the East River" offers a glimpse into his experience of working in law enforcement before he became the actor, writer, director & musician he is today!  A proud NYC native, raised uptown in Harlem Mr. Woodley's talents can be seen on both the big & small screen, commercials and voice overs.  Some of his notable appearances include Insecure, Greys Anatomy & The O Clan now available to stream on Tubi!  You might also recognize his voice as the producer/writer/singer for Radio Theatre For Your Soul's theme song titled "It's Radio Theatre For Your Soul"!

Featured Storyteller Al Woodley, attended the Roberto Clemente School of the Arts I.S 195 where he was a student of both the vocal music and Drama departments. Alfred went on to Stevenson High School in the Bronx and performed in the school's band as a drummer while also taking part in the school's drama class. After leaving high school he attended Bronx community college and later John Jay College of Criminal Justice. Going on to join the New York City Department of Correction, he worked as a Correction Officer at the infamous Rikers Island.  Featured Storyteller Al Woodley fondly refers to his time as a Correction Officer as his biggest role ever because it gave him maximum power to draw from as an actor.  After serving a decade of service to his beloved city of New York, he  headed to Los Angeles where he began his professional career in the entertainment industry.  

Featured Storyteller Al Woodley can be followed & contacted directly via social media at the following:

Instagram: @alwoodley

Facebook:  Alfred Woodley (Atrain) 

TikTok: @atrain2066