What Do I Do Now?

What Do I Do Now?

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What Do I Do Now? episodes

  • RECAP ft. Sam Sirmons
    This episode is LONG overdue. The year that was 2022 was a whirlwind of events and career moments. And I know people have asked me about so many different events, I tried to put them all into one big episode to share the experiences with you. And of course, I've left room to follow up in specific detail at a later date.
    But this episode in particular I discuss the previous 12 months including several visits to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, visits to Indiana, & career achievements. It was incredible to look back, but we are making sure that all the momentum from that amazing year translates into a bigger 2023.
    13 min
  • SISTAS ft. KJ Smith, Mignon, Ebony Obsidian, Novi Brown, & Crystal Renee' Hayslett

    This past year, Tyler Perry's "Sistas" crossed the landmark 100th episode. And, in a time where so many shows don't make it past the first season, being in the middle of a 5th season with so much success is not an easy feat or one that should go without recognition. But, the principle characters (KJ Smith, Mignon, Ebony Obsidian, Novi Brown, & Crystal Renee' Hayslett) have let viewers know week in and week out, this is a show that isn't going anywhere. Make sure you tune in every Wednesday, 9 PM on BET & BET Her!   

    Being discussed in this interview:  

    • Does 6 months really equate to a marriage proposal?  
    • Each character's relationship status  
    • What men can take away from watching "Sistas" 
    • What does five seasons mean to each of them 
    • What their long lasting impression after finishing their career in acting

      • The series is MUST SEE TV!  Follow the show on social media: @SISTASOnBET and use the hashtag #SistasOnBET to stay engaged with the ladies of the show!


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      32 min
    • PRIORITY ft. Dwayna A. Haley

      With the new year finally here, I couldn't miss the opportunity to FINALLY release this episode! I enjoyed some time off, but rest assure that 2023 is bringing BIGGER and BETTER from the "What Do I Do Now?" brand. This episode reaches into my early memories in Atlanta with one of the most dynamic black woman I have had the pleasure of working with. And for the record, this is a family conversation so we did use colorful language. And by colorful, we were cursing. We grown and pay taxes round here. 


      Dwanya A. Haley is an award winning/nationally recognized Chief Marketing & Communications Executive with over 20 years of experience in the field. In other words, a bosses boss. And on top of that, she's an accomplished public speaker, devoted wife, & mother to two beautiful children. In this discussion, we cover:

      • Our origin story during the NCAA Final Four in Atlanta
      • Managing relationships within her field
      • Prioritizing her marriage/family life with a successful career
      • Parenting and being a mother in the midst of a pandemic
      • Life lessons that have come from family members

        • Truly grateful to share the space and platform with a dynamic woman and she can be followed at @AskThePRGirl. Looking forward to another amazing conversation coming up on "What Do I Do Now?"

        50 min
      • FROM.SCRATCH ft. Keith David
        The podcast is growing and the interview originated from my radio background, but the conversation is more than podcast worthy. The Netflix original mini-series, "From Scratch" has already been very well received on the streaming platform, ranking in their Top 10 for weeks after it's released. And one of it's stars, Keith David, shares about why you should see the series and what love is for him personally.
        8 min
      • GROWTH ft. Dr. Jarrod Dortch

        For the Thanksgiving holiday, I wanted to have a conversation that truly will feel like a family reunion. As stated in prior episodes, I am a proud Ball State University graduate. And on the journey when I found radio, I was able to meet an incredible individual, man, & friend in "Jim Flamez" but is known professionally as Dr. Jarrod Nicholas Dortch. 

        Our conversation touches on so many various areas, but highlighted by:

        • His experience at Ball State University
        • Being a founder of the Ball State chapter of Iota Phi Theta Fraternity Incorporated
        • His family & their importance in his own life
        • The value of education being a black male teacher
        • Marrying education with the arts
        • Finding his newest venture, Solful Gardens

          • You can support Solful Gardens here, follow the brand on Facebook, Instagram, & Twitter. You can find Dr. Dortch on social media at @jarroddortch.


          Stay tuned in for another great episode of "What Do I Do Now?" coming up on Monday. 

          1 hr 18 min
        • RELIEF ft. Miguel Cardona
          Student loan forgiveness is a big deal to many people. But, not everyone has the same viewpoint of this program. As of Friday, November 11th, the program was halted again by a TX federal judge. There's plenty of headlines surrounding the program that was implemented by the Biden Administration.
          Last month, I had the chance to speak with the Secretary of Education, Miguel Cardona and we spoke about the launch of the website where you can apply. Now, I have not yet held up my end of the deal at the end of the interview, but I'll be applying before the year is out. And for anyone else that is waiting to apply, don't wait too late. The program will only be available through October 2023.
          Keep tuning into my passion project, "What Do I Do Now?" every Monday.
          7 min
        • #TheFollowUp ft. Coco Jones

          She kicked off this season talking about her smash hit series, "Bel Air" that is available to stream on Peacock. Now, she's back with her music that has gotten a lot of attention. "What I Didn't Tell You" from Coco Jones is a 7 song EP that has already been atop of the Apple Music charts and buzzing on YouTube all month long.


          I had the honor of talking with her again the days leading up to the project being released on all platforms & got the chance to hear how the music sounded at a private listening session. She's truly a force and will definitely be recognized as a singer-actress contrary to being an actress-singer. 

          Keep listening to the podcast & share it with those that may not normally come across it. I'm back HEAVY on Mondays. Next week's episode is one you won't want to miss. 

          9 min
        • COMMUNITY ft. Sam Sirmons
          When I take these long breaks between episodes, understand I'm always going to come back with something special. And I've got PLENTY of material coming the next few Mondays!
          So, on this Halloween, I am just getting back in Atlanta from my second trip to Indiana in two weeks. This visit was to speak at the 75th Anniversary Banquet for the Carver Community Center in Kokomo, Indiana. To have been asked to be a part of the celebration is something that I do not take lightly and I am still honored to have shared parts of my personal history with the city that I know as my hometown. This episode is centered around the speech that I was able to share as well as insights of what is to come for the rest of this year and the year to come. The giveback can't stop with me. I have to pour into the community I reside in as well as the one I am a product of. I look forward to more conversations and dialogue with Carver Center and other community leaders.
          10 min
        • MORTALITY ft. Sam Sirmons

          I honestly wanted to drop this yesterday, but in the beginning of the episode, you'll quick see why I had to sit and marinate on this episode in particular. The premise of mortality is something I have an interesting relationship with. And it's a topic I'm sure I will be circling back to in the near future with this podcast.


          The shooting and untimely death of recording artist PNB Rock is one that reminds me of so many other high profile shootings. Ones that shouldn't happen at all. But, I think that it's a conversation that one should have with themselves, whether privately in your thoughts or maybe openly like this. And I hope this one hits home. Rest in power to those we lost too soon. If you would like to continue this conversation with me, please don't hesitate to reach out via the Instagram (@wdidnpodcast) or e-mail ([email protected]).

          14 min
        • MANIFEST ft. Iyana Halley

          It's the 3rd week in a row! I'm knocking out some heavy hitting interviews/conversations this season and this episode absolutely falls in line with the evolution that's occurring with the podcast. This one is centered around an actress that is truly on her way to the next level & her latest film that it's theaters right now. 

          There are summer films that will get your attention, then there are movies that are summer blockbusters. The latest Will Packer Productions & Universal Pictures film, “Beast” is centered on a single father bringing his two daughters to Africa to build their relationship after their mother has passed. Idris Elba is doing his best to connect with his daughters, played by Leah Jefferies and Iyana Halley, but on a tour of a restricted area encounters one of the most feared animals in the world, a lion. How far will a father go to protect the only people in the world worth dying over? 

          I was able to catch up with one of the stars of the film, Iyana Halley, as the movie has been out for 2 weeks & has received great reviews from audiences. And from her roles in TV and movies such as “This Is Us“, “Abbott Elementary“, & “True To The Game” just to name a few, she’s got her sights on continuing to be a force in Hollywood. In this in depth interview, we discuss:

          • Her acting career working alongside veteran actors/actresses such as Sterling K. Brown & Vivica A. Fox
          • Working to expand her brand outside of acting
          • How she feels about manifesting in her own life
          • What she brought into the role of Meredith for “Beast” & co-starring with Idris Elba
          • Addressing the latest story about how Idris Elba’s daughter didn’t get the role she was casted for
          • What she would tell herself now from where she is currently
          • What project she would like to take on next

            • You can follow her on social media: @theiyanahalley & @iyanahalley.

            I'll be taking Labor Day Monday off, but rest assure I'll be back the following Monday with another great episode of the WDIDN podcast. 

            15 min

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