Umi Says

On this episode Umi is joined by her son Yasiin Bey formerly known as Mos Def for a deep and enlightening conversation with HE Ambassador Dr. Arikana Chihombori-Quao. There's a lot of knowledge and TRUTH in this one, Ears Up!  

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Umi speaks with Award winning actress and 5 Octave singer, Melba Moore about her life and career and share stories of the late woman of grace Cicely Tyson. 

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Jacqui Thompson - mother of The Roots co-founder, Questlove.

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Umi talks to mother of R&B star J. Holiday., Frances Wellington. Her story of resilience is inspiring. Her talent and accomplishments make for a great conversation.  

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Dr. Brenda Greene - mother of rapper, Talib Kweli.

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Q-Tip honors his mother, Myrtle Davis, who suffers with Alzheimers and Dementia. 

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Tammy Johnson Moten - mother of R&B singer and actor, MAJOR.

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Thomasina Honey Atkins - mother of gospel duo, Mary Mary.

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Cheryl Boyce-Taylor - mother of the late rap legend, Phife Dawg from A Tribe Called Quest.

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Teresa Caldwell - mother of rapper, actor, and Executive Producer, Shad Moss (aka Bow Wow)

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