Synoria's Best Kept Secret

Welcome to "Synoria's Best Kept Secret," the podcast dedicated to sharing the stories of industry professionals across the world, as they share details of their creative projects, and inspire and motivate listeners with their insights and experiences. Join as we talk the secrets to success in the entertainment industry.

  1. 06/12/2025

    Reinvention and Resilience: ShantaQuilette DeVelle on Living Out Loud After Life Knocks You Down

    On this episode of Synoria’s Best Kept Secret, we’re joined by the incredibly inspiring Shanta Quillette DeVelle—a woman whose journey from pain to purpose is nothing short of powerful. Shanta opens up about her life-altering health battles, including surviving a mini stroke, a heart attack, and a major stroke that left her incapacitated for two years. But rather than letting those moments define her, she chose to reinvent herself completely. Through faith, resilience, and a willingness to embrace God’s plan, she transformed her struggle into a message of hope and healing. In this heartfelt conversation, Shanta shares how her recovery led to unexpected blessings—including becoming a viral content creator during the pandemic through laughter-filled skits with her son. She discusses how creating those videos brought joy into her household during dark times and helped her reconnect with a lifelong dream to entertain and uplift. Her authenticity and transparency have allowed her to build a platform rooted in realness, comedy, and compassion. Hosted by Synoria Anderson Stay Updated With Everything 247LC: https://www.247liveculture.com Tap In With Synoria's Best Kept Secret On All Platforms: ► WATCH ALL EPISODES: https://www.247liveculture.com/synorias-best-kept-secret-podcast ► FOLLOW us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/synoriasbestkeptsecret/ ► FOLLOW us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/synorias_secret ► LIKE us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/247LiveCulture/ Executive Producer: Omar Cook Executive Producer: Adonis Armstrong Editor: Omar Cook

    Reinvention and Resilience: ShantaQuilette DeVelle on Living Out Loud After Life Knocks You Down
  2. 05/15/2025

    From Books to Film: Dr. Cheryl Polote Williamson Talks Faith, Purpose & Legacy

    In this inspiring episode of Synoria’s Best Kept Secret, host Synoria Anderson sits down with powerhouse Dr. Cheryl Polote Williamson — a nationally acclaimed multi best-selling author, Editor-in-Chief of Cheryl Magazine, award-winning filmmaker, transformational speaker, certified success coach, and executive producer. Dr. Cheryl opens up about her incredible journey into entrepreneurship and authorship, which began after a divine decision to no longer live life playing small. She shares how personal trials, including her husband’s cancer diagnosis and her own health scare, led to her first book of affirmations and the birth of a 19-book catalog, 16 anthologies, award-winning films, and stage plays. From serving coffee as a production assistant to becoming an executive producer, Dr. Cheryl shares hard-hitting advice on walking in purpose, staying ready, the importance of business structure, and living life fully and fearlessly. She discusses the growth of her Ageless, Fearless & Unscripted podcast, the creation of the Cheryl Magazine Women of Influence Awards Luncheon, and her mission to employ and uplift Black women over 45. This episode is filled with empowering gems on faith, legacy, authenticity, and building without gatekeeping. Her motto? “Validation is for parking.” Hosted by Synoria Anderson Stay Updated With Everything 247LC: https://www.247liveculture.com Tap In With Synoria's Best Kept Secret On All Platforms: ► WATCH ALL EPISODES: https://www.247liveculture.com/synorias-best-kept-secret-podcast ► FOLLOW us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/synoriasbestkeptsecret/ ► FOLLOW us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/synorias_secret ► LIKE us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/247LiveCulture/ Executive Producer: Omar Cook Executive Producer: Adonis Armstrong Editor: Omar Cook In partnership with Aneu Media

    From Books to Film: Dr. Cheryl Polote Williamson Talks Faith, Purpose & Legacy
  3. 04/25/2025

    Actress Erica Hubbard Talks High Vibrational Living, and Growing Her Career in Film and Theater

    On this inspiring episode of Synoria’s Best Kept Secret, NAACP Image Award-nominated actress Erica Hubbard sits down with host Synoria Anderson for an intimate conversation about her incredible journey in the entertainment industry. Erica shares how she built her career from starring in national commercials as a child to leading roles in Lincoln Heights, Let's Stay Together, and Akeelah and the Bee. She opens up about the importance of maintaining gratitude, having the right team, practicing high vibrational living, and studying your craft to prepare for roles. Erica also discusses her return to theater with plans for a one-woman show, her current role in Family Business: New Orleans, and her passion for inspiring youth through the Erica Hubbard Foundation. From acting tips to powerful life lessons, this episode is filled with wisdom, positivity, and a celebration of perseverance and purpose. Hosted by Synoria Anderson Stay Updated With Everything 247LC: https://www.247liveculture.com Tap In With Synoria's Best Kept Secret On All Platforms: ► WATCH ALL EPISODES: https://www.247liveculture.com ► FOLLOW us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/synoriasbestkeptsecret/ ► FOLLOW us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/synorias_secret ► LIKE us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/247LiveCulture/ Executive Producer: Omar Cook Executive Producer: Adonis Armstrong Editor: Omar Cook In partnership with Aneu Media exclusiveinterview #podcastclips #blackpodcast #EricaHubbard #BestKeptSecret #SynoriaAnderson #EntertainmentIndustry #ActressJourney #BlackExcellence #UpliftingStories

    Actress Erica Hubbard Talks High Vibrational Living, and Growing Her Career in Film and Theater

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Welcome to "Synoria's Best Kept Secret," the podcast dedicated to sharing the stories of industry professionals across the world, as they share details of their creative projects, and inspire and motivate listeners with their insights and experiences. Join as we talk the secrets to success in the entertainment industry.

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