HBCU IN ENTERTAINMENT

Stacy Milner
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Welcome to HBCU IN ENTERTAINMENT, a podcast dedicated to elevating HBCU Stories while highlighting diversity equity and inclusion in the Entertainment Industry. Each week, join your host, Stacy Milner as she ignites solo and guest conversations with some of the world’s leading media, entertainment and communications companies, as well as amazing thought leaders, storytellers, and change agents who are paving the way for HBCU & MSI students. To learn more about EICOP and HBCU IN ENTERTAINMENT, visit: https://eicop.org/

  1. From Pages to Possibilities: Tyler Fisher’s Journey to Access, Exposure, and Self-Made Opportunity

    05/10/2025

    From Pages to Possibilities: Tyler Fisher’s Journey to Access, Exposure, and Self-Made Opportunity

    What does it take to turn hardship into hope, and pain into powerful storytelling? In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Tyler Fisher, an LA-based writer, director, and producer whose career journey began not on a soundstage, but in a Charlotte shelter. From homelessness to Hollywood, Tyler’s story is a beautiful tapestry of resilience, faith, and finding purpose through storytelling. With raw honesty and creative grit, he shares how a devastating football injury in high school redirected his path from the field to the page, and how writing became both therapy and a launchpad for self-publishing books, launching a clothing brand, and ultimately found his voice through film. Here's How We Can Stay Connected: Visit The Website: ⁠https://eicop.org/ ⁠Follow Us On Social Media: ⁠ / hbcuinla Apply For An Internship: ⁠https://eicop.org/how-to-apply/⁠ Support by Donating:⁠ https://eicop.org/donate/

    37 min
  2. Pivot with Purpose: How Culture, Curiosity & Confidence Shaped Hannah Powell's Career

    04/25/2025

    Pivot with Purpose: How Culture, Curiosity & Confidence Shaped Hannah Powell's Career

    How do you pivot with purpose? In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Hannah Powell, Morgan State University alum and current Executive Assistant to the VP of Social Media at Disney’s National Geographic. From switching majors mid-college to taking a leap of faith into the entertainment world, Hannah’s journey is filled with bold pivots, powerful moments of mentorship, and unwavering belief in God’s timing. She opens up about how her multicultural upbringing, love for music, and experiences in the HBCU IN NY program shaped her perspective, as well as how she turned rejection into redirection, found her voice in rooms that weren’t built for her, and discovered purpose in every twist along the way. Here's How We Can Stay Connected: Visit The Website: ⁠https://eicop.org/ ⁠Follow Us On Social Media: ⁠ / hbcuinla Apply For An Internship: ⁠https://eicop.org/how-to-apply/⁠ Support by Donating:⁠ https://eicop.org/donate/

    29 min
  3. Rance Ward: Grit Will Guide You

    03/26/2025

    Rance Ward: Grit Will Guide You

    What does it take to break into the entertainment industry? In this episode, we sit down with writer, director, and producer Rance Ward to discuss his inspiring journey from a young film lover watching Spike Lee to a staff writer in Hollywood. Rance opens up about his first internships, the impact of HBCU IN LA, and the resilience needed to succeed in a tough industry. If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to turn your passion into a career, this episode is for you! Here's How We Can Stay Connected: Visit The Website: ⁠https://eicop.org/ ⁠Follow Us On Social Media: ⁠ / hbcuinla Apply For An Internship: ⁠https://eicop.org/how-to-apply/⁠ Support by Donating:⁠ https://eicop.org/donate/

    28 min
  4. Kamaya Walker: The Path from Persistence to Production

    03/07/2025

    Kamaya Walker: The Path from Persistence to Production

    Kamaya Walker’s journey from HBCU student to Hollywood filmmaker is a powerful story of resilience, passion, and breaking barriers. In this episode we discuss how determination, persistence and networking helped Kamaya land a Production Assistant role on Grown-ish, and why she is now committed to reshaping Hollywood’s approach to Black storytelling and advocating for narratives that celebrate joy, adventure, and diverse experiences. Here's How We Can Stay Connected: Visit The Website: ⁠https://eicop.org/ ⁠Follow Us On Social Media: ⁠ / hbcuinla Apply For An Internship: ⁠https://eicop.org/how-to-apply/⁠ Become A Mentor: ⁠https://etn.eicop.org/v2⁠ Support by Donating:⁠ https://eicop.org/donate/

    19 min
  5. Jalen Ellis: Redefining Representation in Entertainment

    03/01/2025

    Jalen Ellis: Redefining Representation in Entertainment

    Representation is the key to shifting the entertainment industry, and Jalen Ellis is make sure diverse talent is represented. In this episode, we sit down with Jalen Ellis, a Morehouse graduate who went from growing up on Staten Island to working at The Gersh Agency in Hollywood. Jalen shares how EICOP’s HBCU IN LA program changed the game for him, landing him internships at A24, CAA, and a Spike Lee Fellowship. Tune in as we dive into his career journey, lessons learned, and advice for aspiring professionals looking to break into the entertainment industry. Here's How We Can Stay Connected: Visit The Website: ⁠https://eicop.org/ ⁠Follow Us On Social Media: ⁠ / hbcuinla Apply For An Internship: ⁠https://eicop.org/how-to-apply/⁠ Become A Mentor: ⁠https://etn.eicop.org/v2⁠ Support by Donating:⁠ https://eicop.org/donate/

    28 min
  6. Myles Chandler: From Dreaming Big to DreamWorks Animation

    02/21/2025

    Myles Chandler: From Dreaming Big to DreamWorks Animation

    How do you turn your passion for storytelling into a career that inspires? In this episode of HBCU IN Entertainment, we sit down with Myles Chandler, a Morehouse College graduate and Assistant to the Producer & Director at DreamWorks Animation. Myles shares how he dared to dream big, pivoted his career from theater to animation, and found his place in an industry once thought out of reach.Tune in as we discuss the power of mentorship and access, how HBCU IN LA opened doors and built confidence, and why representation behind the scenes matters more than ever. Here's How We Can Stay Connected: Visit The Website: ⁠https://eicop.org/ ⁠Follow Us On Social Media: ⁠ / hbcuinla Apply For An Internship: ⁠https://eicop.org/how-to-apply/⁠ Become A Mentor: ⁠https://etn.eicop.org/v2⁠ Support by Donating:⁠ https://eicop.org/donate/

    24 min
  7. From HBCU to Hollywood: Jaylen Wilson’s Rise in Entertainment

    02/15/2025

    From HBCU to Hollywood: Jaylen Wilson’s Rise in Entertainment

    From Howard University to breaking into Hollywood with the help of EICOP, Jaylen shares his challenges, triumphs, and the power of mentorship. In this episode, we sit down with Jaylen Wilson, an HBCU graduate and TV Coordinator at John Wells Productions, to discuss his path into the entertainment industry. Tune in to hear how he turned setbacks into opportunities and what he envisions for the future of diversity in entertainment! Here's How We Can Stay Connected: Visit The Website: ⁠https://eicop.org/⁠ Follow Us On Social Media: ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/hbcuinla/ Apply For An Internship: ⁠https://eicop.org/how-to-apply/⁠ Become A Mentor: ⁠https://etn.eicop.org/v2 ⁠Become A Donor:⁠ https://eicop.org/donate/

    22 min
  8. Dr. Tonea Stewart: Believe That You Can & Embrace The Truth Of Being

    03/22/2024

    Dr. Tonea Stewart: Believe That You Can & Embrace The Truth Of Being

    The art of acting involves believing that we can become the characters we see portrayed on screen. But what if we took that same state of being and applied it to our day-to-day lives and how we show up in the world? This week on HBCU IN ENTERTAINMENT, we want to introduce you to an acting legend who is shaping the next generation of actors by creating opportunities for diversity in theater, Dr. Tonea Stewart. Dr. Tonea Stewart is a professional actress, play director, national museum exhibit director, tenured Professor, and the former Dean of the College of Visual & Performing Arts at Alabama State University. A native of Greenwood, Mississippi, but living in Montgomery Alabama since 1990, Dr. Stewart is a Jackson State University alum and a National Black College Alumni Hall of Fame inductee whose screen and television credits include: A Time To Kill, The Rosa Parks Story, Mississippi Burning, "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings," "ER", "Touched by an Angel" and so many more! Connect with Dr. Stewart: Website: http://www.tommietoneastewart.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ASUCamp3TandTAPS/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stewarttonea/?hl=en Here's How We Can Stay Connected: Visit The Website: ⁠https://eicop.org/⁠ Follow Us On Social Media: ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/hbcuinla/ Apply For An Internship: ⁠https://eicop.org/how-to-apply/⁠ Become A Mentor: ⁠https://etn.eicop.org/v2 ⁠Become A Donor:⁠ https://eicop.org/donate/

    40 min
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Welcome to HBCU IN ENTERTAINMENT, a podcast dedicated to elevating HBCU Stories while highlighting diversity equity and inclusion in the Entertainment Industry. Each week, join your host, Stacy Milner as she ignites solo and guest conversations with some of the world’s leading media, entertainment and communications companies, as well as amazing thought leaders, storytellers, and change agents who are paving the way for HBCU & MSI students. To learn more about EICOP and HBCU IN ENTERTAINMENT, visit: https://eicop.org/

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  • Creator
    Stacy Milner
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Stacy Milner
  • Show Website
    HBCU IN ENTERTAINMENT