La Jill Hunt is an accomplished author with over 35 novels to her name as well as a successful screenwriter with several films currently on BET+. She started her career as Carl Weber's protege and went on to co-write the Family Business series with him which eventually became a hit TV series. Hunt has also written faith-based films and films that address mental health in the Black community such as BET+'s 'For What It's Worth.' La Jill Hunt goes into detail of her experiences working on various TV and film projects, including the series 'The Family Business' and the anthology series 'I Got a Story to Tell'. She emphasizes the importance of fighting for the right cast members and being a fan of the actors she works with. Hunt also talks about stepping out of her comfort zone as a writer and taking on new genres, such as horror. She shares her writing process, including the practice of writing by hand, and offers advice for aspiring writers and filmmakers.

In this episode, we speak with Kenyan actress, Stephanie Muchiri, who is an actress that is making an impact in Nairobi, Kenya. We discuss the success she's had in her blossoming acting career, the shows she's starred in such as 'Volume,' and 'Second Family,' the need for more of an industry as well as more opportunities for actors.

The male cast of the feature film 'For What It's Worth' On BET+ discusses the importance of mental health in the Black community and the impact of the film. They highlight the need for more stories like this and the power of representation. The cast also praises the producers and the positive working environment on set. They speak on their upcoming projects, including TV shows, movies, and writing ventures.

Tray Williams is a filmmaker, writer, director, producer, and actor. He has acted in projects like 'Survivor's Remorse,' 'If Loving You Is Wrong,' and 'No Regrets' alongside some of Hollywood heavyweights. He later ventured into writing, directing, and producing his own projects, including the award-winning film 'Armstrong,' in which the film explores the choices and consequences faced by a teenage boy who has just been released from juvenile life. Tray also talks about the challenges and successes of his projects and the importance of community involvement. Tray also shares insights into his production company, Pioneers Collective Entertainment, and his willingness to partner with other projects. He shares some insight on his upcoming docu-series 'Through All Odds' and his collaboration with Tamra Simmons.

Larry Powell is a "infini-hyphenate" artist who is a two-time Emmy nominated actor, writer, playwright, director, and producer. Larry believes in the power of community over celebrity and values his relationships with others in the industry. He got his start in writing and acting at a young age and has since achieved numerous accolades and awards mentioned in the interview. Larry is currently a staff writer on the Miss Pat Show which is in BET+ and emphasizes the importance of staying true to oneself and being in alignment with one's purpose. Larry Powell discusses the importance of theater as a form of gathering and community. He highlights the influence of theater on human behavior and the power of storytelling to reach and impact people. Powell also shares his experience auditioning for the role of Rick James and emphasizes the value of being true to oneself within auditions. We also discuss his projects, including the film quilt 'Mother's Milk' and the digital series 'The Gaze,' and his passion for teaching and giving back to the artistic community.

Don Brumfield, known for the reality series, Black Ink Crew Chicago, shares his journey from reality TV to acting in independent films. He emphasizes the importance of staying humble, promoting projects, and delivering quality performances. Don believes in controlling his own destiny and having faith in his abilities. He recognizes the power of the independent film industry and aims to be a part of its growth. Don's focus an goal is to be a leading actor in both independent films and mainstream shows. We discuss his role in the film 'Fatal' and the themes it explores, such as the impact of social media on modern masculinity. He shares his favorite characters he has played and the challenges of portraying different roles. Don emphasizes the importance of fitness and health in the entertainment industry and how it affects an actor's appearance and confidence. He also talks about his ventures in the fitness industry, including owning a gym and creating his own protein brand. Don's future goals include being cast in a Marvel movie and expanding his gym business. He encourages people to not take things personally and to share love and support for one another.

Sacaiah Shaw, who is an actor on The Family Business, discusses his upbringing, his budding career, and future projects. He shares his experience working with his father, actor Stan Shaw, and the rest of the cast. Sacaiah mentions his involvement in other projects, including the spin-off series The Family Business: New Orleans, the film 1992, the short series Metanoia, and the podcast Birds of Empire. Sacaiah expresses his desire to play a superhero, do comedy, horror, and action roles.

Vonnetta Cornish is an accomplished writer, producer, and filmmaker from Northern Virginia. She is the founder of Cine 30 Media, her production company. Vonnetta discusses her journey in the film industry and the importance of networking and learning the craft. She emphasizes the need for people of color to be proactive and create their own opportunities in the industry. She also talks about the importance of adapting to technological changes and using tools like social media to advance in the industry. She shares her experience with her first film, Bachelorettes Degree, and the recognition it received at film festivals. The conversation with Vonnetta Cornish focused on the challenges and rewards of being an independent filmmaker. She announces that there will be a sequel to her film 'The Exit Row' and shares her excitement about the project. Vonnetta also discusses the growing filmmaking scene in the DMV area and the opportunity to showcase the region's talent and diversity.